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z3speed4me · 01-06-2009, 02:49 AM

Why is the LONG DUE release of Peter Jackson's King Kong only 187 minutes?

Why couldn't they release the extended edition that was put out on dvd that was 201 minutes? That is a whole bunch of extra scenes. I had Kong on HD-DVD because it was free, and I bought the extended version on DVD just to see the extra stuff. I was waiting forever for this to come out on Blu, and now that it is I am not thrilled because it is not the extended edition.

I dont konw if this bothers anyone else, I am a huge monster movie buff, and I thought this one was truly done well. I will probably still get it, but I am not pleased that its the shorter copy. Granted the movie is like a marathon, but those extra scenes were a good addition.

Now if I could only get gladiator on blu I would finally be a happy man.....

Penitus · 01-06-2009, 02:50 AM

I was to understand the Blu would have both versions of the film. Am I mistaken?

wnicholas76 · 01-06-2009, 02:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by z3speed4me

Why is the LONG DUE release of Peter Jackson's King Kong only 187 minutes?

Why couldn't they release the extended edition that was put out on dvd that was 201 minutes? That is a whole bunch of extra scenes. I had Kong on HD-DVD because it was free, and I bought the extended version on DVD just to see the extra stuff. I was waiting forever for this to come out on Blu, and now that it is I am not thrilled because it is not the extended edition.

Just so you know, the upcoming Blu-ray release of King Kong will have both the theatrical and extended editions of the film. At least that's what it says according to the following URL:

https://www.blu-ray.com/news/?id=2049#comments

z3speed4me · 01-06-2009, 02:53 AM

Why not just make it the extended, and not have 2 versions of the movie? That makes no sense to me

Edit: Just read post above me after I wrote this.... I can sleep soundly now

still waiting on mr. ridley scott to deliver the goods though, will it ever happen?
well, multiple goods i guess, LOTR and Glad....

shadow72 · 01-06-2009, 02:55 AM

I believe both versions are being released so you'll be able to choose.

187 minutes for the original and 201 minutes for the extended cut.

shadow72 · 01-06-2009, 02:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by z3speed4me

Why not just make it the extended, and not have 2 versions of the movie? That makes no sense to me

Edit: Just read post above me after I wrote this.... I can sleep soundly now

still waiting on mr. ridley scott to deliver the good though, will it ever happen?

Because, sometimes more is always better.

hardcorefrokid · 01-06-2009, 03:01 AM

Do your research before you post a thread.

But, now you know and knowing is half the battle! G.I. Joe!

Red Hood · 01-06-2009, 03:17 AM

it's a 187 mins to long.

jk

pdw1968 · 01-06-2009, 03:25 AM

Am I the only one who preferred the shorter version? I thought the giant insect scene went on far too long and was wholly unnecessary to begin with (and yes, I know it was PJ's homage to a scene that was famously cut from the original), but the added water monster attack was overkill. I'd respectfully have to say in this case, more wasn't better.

NoQuestion · 01-06-2009, 03:28 AM

If you did any research into the release it will have both versions available by seamless branching. If you choose the extended version, it adds in those parts to the theatrical cut.

HeavyHitter · 01-06-2009, 03:30 AM

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Originally Posted by pdw1968

Am I the only one who preferred the shorter version? I thought the giant insect scene went on far too long and was wholly unnecessary to begin with (and yes, I know it was PJ's homage to a scene that was famously cut from the original), but the added water monster attack was overkill. I'd respectfully have to say in this case, more wasn't better.

The shorter version is fine. However, I kind of thought the monster attack was pretty cool and will watch the extended again.

nycomet · 01-06-2009, 05:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Pyre

it's a 187 mins to long.

jk

How dare you! I absolutely LOVE Peter Jackson's King Kong (as many others do as well). I'm glad we are getting the long Kong as well as the thearical release. Will this happen via seamless branching? I hope the SQ and PQ are top notch.

RonSwanson · 01-06-2009, 07:08 AM

the extra scenes are really cool to watch, but taking them out of the movie doesn't really add anything. i think 187 minutes is long enough....

i do like really long movies, but let's be realistic, as cool as those extra scenes are, they aren't necessary

saginawjuggalo · 01-06-2009, 08:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by z3speed4me

Why not just make it the extended, and not have 2 versions of the movie? That makes no sense to me

Because different people prefer different versions. Many people dislike/love extended versions...

I for one LOVE the idea of having both via seamless branching

lghaze42 · 01-06-2009, 08:09 AM

DTS MA....now that's better than and "expanded edition"..lol

Kynch · 01-06-2009, 08:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by z3speed4me

still waiting on mr. ridley scott to deliver the goods though, will it ever happen?
well, multiple goods i guess, LOTR and Glad....

Ridley Scott made LotR?!!

Terra4Gary · 01-06-2009, 11:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pyre

it's a 187 mins to long.

jk

You got that right.

Geezer00003 · 01-06-2009, 11:34 AM

Ridley Scott made LotR?!!

Yeah and he made those Star Wars movies too

Seriously though, I hope both versions are on the disc.
It would be nice to watch the extended version when I want to spare the time. The shorter version for guests and such.

Wishfull thinking Peter Jackson could get LOTR released with both versions.
I really don't want to double dip LOTR again!

davcole · 01-06-2009, 12:09 PM

You know we all tuned into this thread thinking you actually HAD King Kong to be disappointed in!

NJ_RAMS_FAN · 01-06-2009, 01:04 PM

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Originally Posted by davcole

You know we all tuned into this thread thinking you actually HAD King Kong to be disappointed in!

+1..lol.. Guilty here!!

01-06-2009, 02:49 AM	#1
z3speed4me Member Member since:Sep 2008 Location:Clark, NJ	Unhappy with King Kong... Why is the LONG DUE release of Peter Jackson's King Kong only 187 minutes? Why couldn't they release the extended edition that was put out on dvd that was 201 minutes? That is a whole bunch of extra scenes. I had Kong on HD-DVD because it was free, and I bought the extended version on DVD just to see the extra stuff. I was waiting forever for this to come out on Blu, and now that it is I am not thrilled because it is not the extended edition. I dont konw if this bothers anyone else, I am a huge monster movie buff, and I thought this one was truly done well. I will probably still get it, but I am not pleased that its the shorter copy. Granted the movie is like a marathon, but those extra scenes were a good addition. Now if I could only get gladiator on blu I would finally be a happy man.....

01-06-2009, 02:53 AM	#4
z3speed4me Member Member since:Sep 2008 Location:Clark, NJ	Why not just make it the extended, and not have 2 versions of the movie? That makes no sense to me Edit: Just read post above me after I wrote this.... I can sleep soundly now still waiting on mr. ridley scott to deliver the goods though, will it ever happen? well, multiple goods i guess, LOTR and Glad.... Last edited by z3speed4me; 01-06-2009 at 02:57 AM. Reason: ...

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pdw1968 Active Member Member since:Feb 2008 Blu-ray collection:252	Am I the only one who preferred the shorter version? I thought the giant insect scene went on far too long and was wholly unnecessary to begin with (and yes, I know it was PJ's homage to a scene that was famously cut from the original), but the added water monster attack was overkill. I'd respectfully have to say in this case, more wasn't better.

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NoQuestion Power Member Member since:May 2007 Location:Indiana Blu-ray collection:568 Blu-ray reviews:3	If you did any research into the release it will have both versions available by seamless branching. If you choose the extended version, it adds in those parts to the theatrical cut.

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RonSwanson Banned Member since:Jan 2009 Location:Pawnee, IN Blu-ray collection:132 Blu-ray reviews:27 Trading Score:74	the extra scenes are really cool to watch, but taking them out of the movie doesn't really add anything. i think 187 minutes is long enough.... i do like really long movies, but let's be realistic, as cool as those extra scenes are, they aren't necessary

01-06-2009, 08:09 AM	#15
lghaze42 Senior Member Member since:Dec 2007 Location:Princeton West Virginia Home Theater Gallery:23	DTS MA....now that's better than and "expanded edition"..lol

01-06-2009, 11:34 AM	#18
Geezer00003 Senior Member Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Dec 2008 Location:GTA Ontario, Canada Home Theater Gallery:12 4K collection:207 Blu-ray collection:669	Ridley Scott made LotR?!! Yeah and he made those Star Wars movies too Seriously though, I hope both versions are on the disc. It would be nice to watch the extended version when I want to spare the time. The shorter version for guests and such. Wishfull thinking Peter Jackson could get LOTR released with both versions. I really don't want to double dip LOTR again!

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