Twister (1996) - Blu-ray Forum

dmwiley · 05-06-2008, 11:34 AM

Here we go again. The site movie reviewer gave the video of Twister a 3.5 after concluding that it is a "letdown". We seriously need a reviewer who calls a dog a dog rather than someone who is so enamored with the format that all reason is suspended.

DetroitSportsFan · 05-06-2008, 12:39 PM

You must be talking about the review at HDD.

SDon1969 · 05-06-2008, 12:44 PM

I think he means the one here.

https://www.blu-ray.com/movies/movie...88&show=review

DetroitSportsFan · 05-06-2008, 03:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SDon1969

I think he means the one here.

https://www.blu-ray.com/movies/movie...88&show=review

Oh okay, HDD gave it the same score.

Beta Man · 05-06-2008, 03:23 PM

wasn't a huge fan of the movie, buy perhaps would be good to give it another shot.....

Deadset · 05-06-2008, 02:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dmwiley

Here we go again. The site movie reviewer gave the video of Twister a 3.5 after concluding that it is a "letdown". We seriously need a reviewer who calls a dog a dog rather than someone who is so enamored with the format that all reason is suspended.

I haven't seen the video, are you suggesting they are being Soft? Do you feel it deserves less of a rating? Both HDD and Blu-ray.com gave it a 3.5

Deadset · 05-06-2008, 02:51 PM

HDD

Quote:

It may not pack the same punch as other catalog releases on Blu-ray, but it easily trumps every standard DVD on the market.

that's at least good news for me, time to retire my snapper case DVD

95pgtproject · 05-06-2008, 03:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dmwiley

Here we go again. The site movie reviewer gave the video of Twister a 3.5 after concluding that it is a "letdown". We seriously need a reviewer who calls a dog a dog rather than someone who is so enamored with the format that all reason is suspended.

Have you seen it yourself and think the video deserves a better score

owa · 05-06-2008, 04:48 PM

I think the PQ is pretty good. Overall, it looks a little better than I expected, especially in well lit scenes.

As for the SQ, it's really good and imo, that's the most important thing for this movie.

BPHusker · 05-06-2008, 05:16 PM

I was a big weather geek when I was younger and loved this movie when I saw it. I know it is cheesy, but man... I still love it. I can finally retire my Twister DVD, because this Blu-Ray looks sweet. I am about an hour in and I am impressed with the video quality. Too bad I don't have a 605 to hear the TrueHD.

masob98 · 05-10-2008, 12:39 AM

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Originally Posted by BPHusker

I was a big weather geek when I was younger and loved this movie when I saw it. I know it is cheesy, but man... I still love it. I can finally retire my Twister DVD, because this Blu-Ray looks sweet. I am about an hour in and I am impressed with the video quality. Too bad I don't have a 605 to hear the TrueHD.

Did you hear a difference in the sound between the reg DVD and the bluray, considering you dont have a receiver that decodes TrueHD. I want to get this bluray but I dont have a hidef receiver. The only reason I want this bluray is the sound, Im an audio junkie.

savage1984 · 05-06-2008, 05:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dmwiley

Here we go again. The site movie reviewer gave the video of Twister a 3.5 after concluding that it is a "letdown". We seriously need a reviewer who calls a dog a dog rather than someone who is so enamored with the format that all reason is suspended.

I love it when they start a thread bad mouthing something and then up-and-disappear.

Gremal · 05-06-2008, 06:57 PM

Depends on what your point of reference is. Those of us watching VHS and DVD most of our adult lives find even bad Blu-rays pretty good. We don't give them five stars, but we need to be honest that they aren't as bad as NTSC.

Canada · 05-06-2008, 07:02 PM

I think the softness of Twister is due to Warners use of DNR. DNR takes away grain therefor taking away from the PQ.

Canada · 05-06-2008, 07:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dmwiley

Here we go again. The site movie reviewer gave the video of Twister a 3.5 after concluding that it is a "letdown". We seriously need a reviewer who calls a dog a dog rather than someone who is so enamored with the format that all reason is suspended.

Have you even seen Twister on BD?

Blu Titan · 05-06-2008, 07:10 PM

People always find a reason to complain

I actually enjoy the reviews here and @ HDD very much. I make up my own mind, but the reviews usually provide good information in one way or another. Once you find a reviewer that you agree with (similar tastes and preferences), then choosing a "blind buy" becomes a lot easier. I bought Run Lola Run, and Night of the Werewolves/Night of the Zombie based on reviews...and I like both movies a lot.

GoBlu08 · 05-06-2008, 07:13 PM

I haven't watched it yet but I'm sure it looks great. Next week is huge for blu as well.

ajc68 · 05-06-2008, 07:13 PM

Here are two more reviews of the Twister BD:

http://www.dvdtown.com/reviews/twister/5868

Audio 10/10
Video 9/10

http://dvdauthority.com/reviews.asp?reviewID=5577

Audio 5/5
Video 4.5/5

Alan Gordon · 05-06-2008, 07:26 PM

WHV hasn't shipped my copy yet, so I can't speak from experience, but the screenshots provided by this site look great!

I agree that it could most likely be better with a higher bit-rate encode and staying away from the DNR, but this looks to be one of WB's best titles in regards to PQ.

Plus, it looks a WHOLE heck of a lot better than the DVD...

NOTE: Check out the "busted windshield" shot on the screenshots... pretty COOL!!

~Alan

SBrooks1 · 05-06-2008, 08:05 PM

You know what's the funniest thing about the reviews on here? The user reviews. They are so varied it's hilarious! Even the movie with clear sub-par video quality will get a 5/5 from some people. Cracks me up everytime. Someone already gave Twister a 5/5 for video, LOL.

05-06-2008, 11:34 AM	#1
dmwiley Member Member since:Oct 2007 Blu-ray reviews:12	Twister (1996) Here we go again. The site movie reviewer gave the video of Twister a 3.5 after concluding that it is a "letdown". We seriously need a reviewer who calls a dog a dog rather than someone who is so enamored with the format that all reason is suspended. Last edited by Scottie; 02-26-2017 at 04:20 PM.

05-06-2008, 04:48 PM	#9
owa Blu-ray Knight Member since:Apr 2007 Blu-ray reviews: 96	I think the PQ is pretty good. Overall, it looks a little better than I expected, especially in well lit scenes. As for the SQ, it's really good and imo, that's the most important thing for this movie. Last edited by owa; 05-07-2008 at 02:59 AM.

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05-06-2008, 12:39 PM	#2
DetroitSportsFan Hot Deals Moderator Top contributor Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Michigan 4K collection:439 Blu-ray collection:2226 Trading Score:93	You must be talking about the review at HDD.

05-06-2008, 12:44 PM	#3
SDon1969 Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Feb 2008 Location:Massachusetts Home Theater Gallery:32 Blu-ray collection:745 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:1	I think he means the one here. https://www.blu-ray.com/movies/movie...88&show=review

05-06-2008, 03:23 PM	#5
Beta Man Moderator Top contributor Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Juuuuuuuust A Bit Outside.... Home Theater Gallery:4 Blu-ray collection:268 Blu-ray reviews: 18 Trading Score:25	wasn't a huge fan of the movie, buy perhaps would be good to give it another shot.....

05-06-2008, 05:16 PM	#10
BPHusker Senior Member Member since:Jul 2007 Location:US Blu-ray collection:1 Trading Score:11	I was a big weather geek when I was younger and loved this movie when I saw it. I know it is cheesy, but man... I still love it. I can finally retire my Twister DVD, because this Blu-Ray looks sweet. I am about an hour in and I am impressed with the video quality. Too bad I don't have a 605 to hear the TrueHD.

05-06-2008, 06:57 PM	#13
Gremal Blu-ray Samurai Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Feb 2007 Location:Daddyland Home Theater Gallery:49 Blu-ray collection:184	Depends on what your point of reference is. Those of us watching VHS and DVD most of our adult lives find even bad Blu-rays pretty good. We don't give them five stars, but we need to be honest that they aren't as bad as NTSC.

05-06-2008, 07:02 PM	#14
Canada Blu-ray Archduke Top contributor Member since:Mar 2007 Location:Victoria, BC Home Theater Gallery:17 4K collection:305 Blu-ray collection:1201 DVD collection:37 Blu-ray reviews:42	I think the softness of Twister is due to Warners use of DNR. DNR takes away grain therefor taking away from the PQ.

05-06-2008, 07:10 PM	#16
Blu Titan Super Moderator Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Edo, Land of the Samurai Home Theater Gallery:42 4K collection:41 Blu-ray collection:2864 Blu-ray reviews: 2 Trading Score:92	People always find a reason to complain I actually enjoy the reviews here and @ HDD very much. I make up my own mind, but the reviews usually provide good information in one way or another. Once you find a reviewer that you agree with (similar tastes and preferences), then choosing a "blind buy" becomes a lot easier. I bought Run Lola Run, and Night of the Werewolves/Night of the Zombie based on reviews...and I like both movies a lot.

05-06-2008, 07:13 PM	#17
GoBlu08 Senior Member Member since:Dec 2007 4K collection:8 Blu-ray collection:8 Blu-ray reviews:4	I haven't watched it yet but I'm sure it looks great. Next week is huge for blu as well.

05-06-2008, 07:13 PM	#18
ajc68 Active Member Member since:Jan 2008	Here are two more reviews of the Twister BD: http://www.dvdtown.com/reviews/twister/5868 Audio 10/10 Video 9/10 http://dvdauthority.com/reviews.asp?reviewID=5577 Audio 5/5 Video 4.5/5

05-06-2008, 07:26 PM	#19
Alan Gordon Blu-ray Ninja Top contributor Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Dawson, GA 4K collection:868 Blu-ray collection:2456 DVD collection:437 MA collection:1874 Digital collection:2065 iTunes collection:4103 Prime collection:1896 Trading Score:44	WHV hasn't shipped my copy yet, so I can't speak from experience, but the screenshots provided by this site look great! I agree that it could most likely be better with a higher bit-rate encode and staying away from the DNR, but this looks to be one of WB's best titles in regards to PQ. Plus, it looks a WHOLE heck of a lot better than the DVD... NOTE: Check out the "busted windshield" shot on the screenshots... pretty COOL!! ~Alan

05-06-2008, 08:05 PM	#20
SBrooks1 Special Member Member since:Sep 2007	You know what's the funniest thing about the reviews on here? The user reviews. They are so varied it's hilarious! Even the movie with clear sub-par video quality will get a 5/5 from some people. Cracks me up everytime. Someone already gave Twister a 5/5 for video, LOL.

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