Fox Sets Specs, New Date for 'ID4' Blu-ray - Blu-ray Forum

Razzy · 12-31-2007, 03:06 PM

Following a earlier street date delay, the aliens of 'Independence Day' will finally invade Blu-ray this March.

As previously reported, Fox postponed the originally-planned December 4 Blu-ray release of mammoth blockbuster only days before it was due to hit stores, citing last-minute quality-control issues. Now the studio has confirmed a new date for the highly-anticipated release, which will hit Blu-ray at last on March 11, 2008.

Fox has also issued final specs for 'ID4,' which include 1080p/AVC MPEG-4 video, a DTS-HD Lossless Master Audio 5.1 Surround track, plus Dolby Digital dubs

I'm really looking forward to this flick on Blu.

Link

Seretur · 12-31-2007, 03:24 PM

Unfortunately, this is yet another in a LONG line of Fox releases that majorly skimps on the existing extras, just giving us a proper presentation of the movie and some commentaries and trailers.

Most of their 2007 lineup smacks of double-dipping, and it seems this trend is to continue into 2008. These are more rental versions than true collectible editions.

Which is probably why I've held out on buying the Die Hard films, Mr. & Mrs. Smith and so many others. It's a pity, really. How come they got everything right with The Fly, of all films?

miked924 · 12-31-2007, 03:24 PM

Yeah and another disc with none of the special features of the 5 star dvd. I may not watch the special features often but I want a complete edition, I just like knowing they are there. Especially when they exist and Fox is too lazy to port them over.

The Don · 12-31-2007, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by miked924

Yeah and another disc with none of the special features of the 5 star dvd. I may not watch the special features often but I want a complete edition, I just like knowing they are there. Especially when they exist and Fox is too lazy to port them over.

I differ...

I just want great PQ and lossless audio...

the only thing I could get burned on is an extended edition....and that is why I haven't purchased Fantastic Four yet...they need to remaster that one..

ClaytonMG · 12-31-2007, 04:33 PM

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Originally Posted by The Don

the only thing I could get burned on is an extended edition....

That's what I am upset about. I am not sure if I'll be purchasing this or not because of that. And the lack of features doesn't help at all. But I wouldn't have minded so much had they released it with the extended edition on the disc.

supersix4 · 12-31-2007, 04:34 PM

I prey this doesnt get pushed back again. I was looking forward to this for so long and then

it got moved

ziggythecat · 12-31-2007, 04:39 PM

I'm not a fan of special features. I just like having the movie. But with what they are charging their BD's, you'd expect more.

Deech · 12-31-2007, 04:50 PM

Thats just crap they don't bring out the extended edition! That also goes for Black hawk down, Lotr, ect. I'll just keep them on DVD and wait if or when they bring out the extended editions of different movies!

sj001 · 12-31-2007, 04:55 PM

I am just a little surprised they pushed this title back so far, and then took out all the special features, kind of weird. I figured they were taking the time not only to fix any compatibility issues, but also to add some nice features for fans of it.

DetroitSportsFan · 12-31-2007, 04:57 PM

I agree about the lack of the extended edition.

This reeks of a double-dip, and the only way I'm buying this is during a BOGO or some other sale.

Blu-ray Fanatic · 12-31-2007, 05:00 PM

It's too early to be criticizing because there's still 2 1/2 months left. In fact, it probably will be the extended edition even though it's not stated; it's better to wait a little longer until they release more info

ClaytonMG · 12-31-2007, 05:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Blu-ray Fanatic

It's too early to be criticizing because there's still 2 1/2 months left. In fact, it probably will be the extended edition even though it's not stated; it's better to wait a little longer until they release more info

Why would it probably be the extended edition? Don't you think they'd want to tell people about that? Fox has screwed over Blu-Ray supporters before with lack of features (Night at the Museum anyone?). I'm not saying it's going to happen again, but I wouldn't hold my breath for them to really come through on this one.

Blu-ray Fanatic · 12-31-2007, 05:27 PM

Overall, nothing is perfect and appreciate everything you get

The Don · 12-31-2007, 05:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ClaytonMG

That's what I am upset about. I am not sure if I'll be purchasing this or not because of that. And the lack of features doesn't help at all. But I wouldn't have minded so much had they released it with the extended edition on the disc.

I don't think there is an extended edition of ID4...

bajor27 · 12-31-2007, 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by The Don

I don't think there is an extended edition of ID4...

There is. I own in on DVD and actually quite enjoy some of the extra scenes. It's about 9 minutes extra if I remember correctly.

If this Blu doesn't have it, I will most likely hold out as I am with Mr and Mrs Smith and Fantastic Four.

JasonR · 12-31-2007, 05:44 PM

Give me the good PQ\AQ and I'll be happy....

Razzy · 12-31-2007, 05:55 PM

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Originally Posted by JasonR

Give me the good PQ\AQ and I'll be happy....

I concur. Extras be damned.

DetroitSportsFan · 12-31-2007, 05:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Don

I don't think there is an extended edition of ID4...

The 5 Star DVD has the extended version.

They also play the extended version when they show ID4 on Fox Movie Channel.

ClaytonMG · 12-31-2007, 06:05 PM

And I actually like the extended edition of this one. It didn't feel like pointless scenes added in just as a selling point (Mr. And Mrs. Smith and Fantastic Four and a bunch of Sony movies are like that for me).

PeterTHX · 12-31-2007, 06:08 PM

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Originally Posted by DetroitSportsFan

The 5 Star DVD has the extended version.

Well, it's both. Seamless branching.

12-31-2007, 03:06 PM	#1
Razzy Special Member Member since:Apr 2007 Location:Canada Blu-ray collection:179 Blu-ray reviews:2	Fox announces new Independance Day release date Following a earlier street date delay, the aliens of 'Independence Day' will finally invade Blu-ray this March. As previously reported, Fox postponed the originally-planned December 4 Blu-ray release of mammoth blockbuster only days before it was due to hit stores, citing last-minute quality-control issues. Now the studio has confirmed a new date for the highly-anticipated release, which will hit Blu-ray at last on March 11, 2008. Fox has also issued final specs for 'ID4,' which include 1080p/AVC MPEG-4 video, a DTS-HD Lossless Master Audio 5.1 Surround track, plus Dolby Digital dubs I'm really looking forward to this flick on Blu. Link Last edited by Razzy; 12-31-2007 at 03:29 PM.

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12-31-2007, 03:24 PM	#2
Seretur Special Member Member since:Jul 2007 Location:An Island in the Adriatic Blu-ray collection:521 Blu-ray reviews:5 Trading Score:2	Unfortunately, this is yet another in a LONG line of Fox releases that majorly skimps on the existing extras, just giving us a proper presentation of the movie and some commentaries and trailers. Most of their 2007 lineup smacks of double-dipping, and it seems this trend is to continue into 2008. These are more rental versions than true collectible editions. Which is probably why I've held out on buying the Die Hard films, Mr. & Mrs. Smith and so many others. It's a pity, really. How come they got everything right with The Fly, of all films?

12-31-2007, 03:24 PM	#3
miked924 Expert Member Member since:Feb 2007 Location:Queens, NY Home Theater Gallery:5 4K collection:295 Blu-ray collection:1038 DVD collection:22 iTunes collection:4 Prime collection:1 Blu-ray reviews:2	Yeah and another disc with none of the special features of the 5 star dvd. I may not watch the special features often but I want a complete edition, I just like knowing they are there. Especially when they exist and Fox is too lazy to port them over.

12-31-2007, 04:34 PM	#6
supersix4 Blu-ray Archduke Top contributor Member since:Mar 2007 Blu-ray collection:572 Blu-ray reviews: 53 Trading Score:3	I prey this doesnt get pushed back again. I was looking forward to this for so long and then it got moved

12-31-2007, 04:39 PM	#7
ziggythecat Active Member Member since:May 2007	I'm not a fan of special features. I just like having the movie. But with what they are charging their BD's, you'd expect more.

12-31-2007, 04:50 PM	#8
Deech Member Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Cleveland, Ohio Blu-ray reviews: 1	Thats just crap they don't bring out the extended edition! That also goes for Black hawk down, Lotr, ect. I'll just keep them on DVD and wait if or when they bring out the extended editions of different movies!

12-31-2007, 04:55 PM	#9
sj001 Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Rochester, NY Blu-ray collection:317 DVD collection:17 Trading Score:5	I am just a little surprised they pushed this title back so far, and then took out all the special features, kind of weird. I figured they were taking the time not only to fix any compatibility issues, but also to add some nice features for fans of it.

12-31-2007, 04:57 PM	#10
DetroitSportsFan Hot Deals Moderator Top contributor Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Michigan 4K collection:439 Blu-ray collection:2226 Trading Score:93	I agree about the lack of the extended edition. This reeks of a double-dip, and the only way I'm buying this is during a BOGO or some other sale.

12-31-2007, 05:00 PM	#11
Blu-ray Fanatic Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Aug 2007 Location:San Antonio Blu-ray reviews:1	It's too early to be criticizing because there's still 2 1/2 months left. In fact, it probably will be the extended edition even though it's not stated; it's better to wait a little longer until they release more info

12-31-2007, 05:27 PM	#13
Blu-ray Fanatic Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Aug 2007 Location:San Antonio Blu-ray reviews:1	Overall, nothing is perfect and appreciate everything you get

12-31-2007, 05:44 PM	#16
JasonR Super Moderator Top contributor Member since:Nov 2007 Trading Score:12	Give me the good PQ\AQ and I'll be happy....

12-31-2007, 06:05 PM	#19
ClaytonMG Blu-ray Samurai Member since:May 2006 Location:New Brighton, MN Home Theater Gallery:16 4K collection:837 Blu-ray collection:2377 Blu-ray reviews:2 Trading Score:1	And I actually like the extended edition of this one. It didn't feel like pointless scenes added in just as a selling point (Mr. And Mrs. Smith and Fantastic Four and a bunch of Sony movies are like that for me).

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