What's the holdup on the review? - Blu-ray Forum

turkwhip · 08-13-2008, 03:45 AM

I keep coming back to this site to check on the official review for Beowulf. But alas... days merge into two full weeks and still no review. Over 20 other reviews later, a lot of which are pretty odd review material if you ask me, and still no Beowulf. Greg! Martin! Lindsay! Someone!

Are you guys (and gal) ignoring this one on purpose? Do you experience stomach pain at the thought of spending time watching it? Is it REALLY that bad? I did see it in the theater and liked it... but I am curious about PQ/AQ and extras.

Let me encourage you. People are waiting for it... ok... I'm waiting for it.

Thanks

Alan Gordon · 08-13-2008, 03:47 AM

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Originally Posted by turkwhip

I keep coming back to this site to check on the official review for Beowulf. But alas... days merge into two full weeks and still no review. Over 20 other reviews later, a lot of which are pretty odd review material if you ask me, and still no Beowulf. Greg! Martin! Lindsay! Someone!

Are you guys (and gal) ignoring this one on purpose? Do you experience stomach pain at the thought of spending time watching it? Is it REALLY that bad? I did see it in the theater and liked it... but I am curious about PQ/AQ and extras.

Let me encourage you. People are waiting for it... ok... I'm waiting for it.

Every review I've read elsewhere states that just like the HD DVD, the PQ is fantastic and the Dolby TrueHD soundtrack blows the 1.5mbps soundtrack on the HD DVD out of the water...

~Alan

matthewrounds · 08-13-2008, 03:48 AM

On a related note, it would be great if there was more consistency in the reviews of the new releases especially those that we are on the fence about.

turkwhip · 08-13-2008, 03:54 AM

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Originally Posted by matthewrounds

On a related note, it would be great if there was more consistency in the reviews of the new releases especially those that we are on the fence about.

I'm not quite sure what you're referring to but, I actually don't care much about the review of the movie itself. I get plenty of that kind of info from sites like Rotten Tomatoes, but when I decide to get a flick, I'm interested to know whether it's worth it to get it in Blu-ray or not. This site is my main source for that info. In terms of consistency, maybe you can look at other reviews done by the individual reviewer to get a basis of comparison. (Comparing, say a Martin review with other reviews he has done.)

Gremal · 08-13-2008, 05:54 AM

I generally review Warner titles. If I had the screener for Beowulf, I'd do it as would any of the other reviewers. Keep in mind, studios are still uneven in getting screeners to us in a timely manner. We do make an effort to get reviews done prior to release date whenever possible and I think we're improving on this.

kiskiboy97 · 08-13-2008, 06:58 PM

I'll get on this title tomorrow. I was going to do it today, but a HUGE title came in today that needs my immediate attention. It's a grade-A PRIME title that most everyone is excited about!

Gremal · 08-13-2008, 07:04 PM

Oh, I know what that is!

iceman · 08-13-2008, 07:30 PM

I know too!

Go Blue · 08-13-2008, 07:33 PM

I don't.

groovyone · 08-13-2008, 07:34 PM

Camp Rock?

Sorry, couldn't resist.

nycomet · 08-13-2008, 08:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Gremal

I generally review Warner titles. If I had the screener for Beowulf, I'd do it as would any of the other reviewers. Keep in mind, studios are still uneven in getting screeners to us in a timely manner. We do make an effort to get reviews done prior to release date whenever possible and I think we're improving on this.

Why not just buy a copy and review it?

groovyone · 08-13-2008, 08:36 PM

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Originally Posted by nycomet

Why not just buy a copy and review it?

Why buy when you may get it for free? Someone live near them that can loan 'em a copy?

jw · 08-13-2008, 08:43 PM

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Originally Posted by kiskiboy97

I'll get on this title tomorrow. I was going to do it today, but a HUGE title came in today that needs my immediate attention. It's a grade-A PRIME title that most everyone is excited about!

Beta Man · 08-13-2008, 08:51 PM

I wish I could get a cushy gig reviewing movies..... the perks of it seem plentiful...... do the movies they send you include all of the artwork etc???

*more for my own curiosity*

jw · 08-13-2008, 08:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Beta Man

I wish I could get a cushy gig reviewing movies..... the perks of it seem plentiful...... do the movies they send you include all of the artwork etc???

*more for my own curiosity*

yes, I think Universal scores their UPCs(sometimes)....but they come complete just like a store

but an official reviewer from here can verify how they get films, but with any commercial sample, they just dont want you reselling them

dpomp · 08-13-2008, 09:15 PM

jwbbud when did you get back!?

jkwest · 08-13-2008, 09:20 PM

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Originally Posted by dpompeo

jwbbud when did you get back!?

its the community...we are like a family...we always bring em back!!!

jw · 08-14-2008, 06:51 AM

The Review

aramis109 · 08-14-2008, 12:15 PM

Question on this review- I thought you guys were going to start using 1080p screenshots? I know it was mentioned earlier.

Anyway, great review on Transformers and it really gets me psyched to get this title in my collection.

Wreck · 08-14-2008, 01:51 PM

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Originally Posted by aramis109

Question on this review- I thought you guys were going to start using 1080p screenshots? I know it was mentioned earlier.

Anyway, great review on Transformers and it really gets me psyched to get this title in my collection.

looks good to me!

08-13-2008, 03:45 AM	#1
turkwhip Member Member since:Jun 2008	What's the holdup on the review? I keep coming back to this site to check on the official review for Beowulf. But alas... days merge into two full weeks and still no review. Over 20 other reviews later, a lot of which are pretty odd review material if you ask me, and still no Beowulf. Greg! Martin! Lindsay! Someone! Are you guys (and gal) ignoring this one on purpose? Do you experience stomach pain at the thought of spending time watching it? Is it REALLY that bad? I did see it in the theater and liked it... but I am curious about PQ/AQ and extras. Let me encourage you. People are waiting for it... ok... I'm waiting for it. Thanks

08-14-2008, 06:51 AM	#18
jw Blu-ray Archduke Top contributor Member since:Apr 2007 Location:USA Trading Score:519	Its here!!! The Review

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08-13-2008, 03:48 AM	#3
matthewrounds Expert Member Member since:Apr 2007 Location:Tucson, AZ Home Theater Gallery:19 Blu-ray collection:52 Trading Score:21	On a related note, it would be great if there was more consistency in the reviews of the new releases especially those that we are on the fence about.

08-13-2008, 05:54 AM	#5
Gremal Blu-ray Samurai Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Feb 2007 Location:Daddyland Home Theater Gallery:49 Blu-ray collection:184	I generally review Warner titles. If I had the screener for Beowulf, I'd do it as would any of the other reviewers. Keep in mind, studios are still uneven in getting screeners to us in a timely manner. We do make an effort to get reviews done prior to release date whenever possible and I think we're improving on this.

08-13-2008, 06:58 PM	#6
kiskiboy97 Blu-ray reviewer Top contributor Member since:Sep 2007 4K collection:- Blu-ray collection:- DVD collection:- Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:2	I'll get on this title tomorrow. I was going to do it today, but a HUGE title came in today that needs my immediate attention. It's a grade-A PRIME title that most everyone is excited about!

08-13-2008, 07:04 PM	#7
Gremal Blu-ray Samurai Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Feb 2007 Location:Daddyland Home Theater Gallery:49 Blu-ray collection:184	Oh, I know what that is!

08-13-2008, 07:30 PM	#8
iceman Developer Top contributor Member since:May 2003 Home Theater Gallery:13 4K collection:27 Blu-ray collection:121 DVD collection:26 MA collection:1 Digital collection:6 iTunes collection:10 iTunes music:2 Prime collection:3 Trading Score:1	I know too!

08-13-2008, 07:33 PM	#9
Go Blue Blu-ray Knight Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Jul 2007 Home Theater Gallery:23 Blu-ray collection:160 Trading Score:7	I don't.

08-13-2008, 07:34 PM	#10
groovyone Blu-ray Guru Member since:May 2007 Location:PSNetwork: groovyone	Camp Rock? Sorry, couldn't resist.

08-13-2008, 08:51 PM	#14
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	I wish I could get a cushy gig reviewing movies..... the perks of it seem plentiful...... do the movies they send you include all of the artwork etc??? more for my own curiosity

08-13-2008, 09:15 PM	#16
dpomp ₯ Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Texas PSN: dpomp131 Blu-ray collection:231 Trading Score:19	jwbbud when did you get back!?

08-14-2008, 12:15 PM	#19
aramis109 Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Mar 2008 Location:Milwaukee, WI Home Theater Gallery:10 4K collection:4 Blu-ray collection:360 Trading Score:18	Question on this review- I thought you guys were going to start using 1080p screenshots? I know it was mentioned earlier. Anyway, great review on Transformers and it really gets me psyched to get this title in my collection.

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