A History of Violence - Blu-ray Forum

Firestreak · 10-07-2007, 06:52 PM

Any word out on if this movie will be coming to high def formats? Not sure if I'm the only one interested or not but I could see it being a great release.

agoofykindasuperman · 10-07-2007, 07:22 PM

Ya, I'd definitely be interested in this movie too on Blu. Bring it on!

jnm422 · 10-07-2007, 07:22 PM

It's a New Line movie so I would anticipate sometime early 08. They are starting to release more movies lately. I too, would like to have it.

supersix4 · 10-07-2007, 07:25 PM

id love this on blu-ray !!!!!!!!!!!!

C6 Z06 · 10-07-2007, 07:29 PM

I'll take one!

deepbreathsanddeath · 10-18-2013, 03:50 PM

I always loved this movie but I haven't re-watched it in years. My girlfriend hadn't seen it so I was excited to introduce her to it, saying its "so good!".

... Well, I still think its great but something seems off now. The acting from Bello and the kid who plays her (and Tom's) son seem so over dramatic. I feel awkward saying it but it was laughably over the top. Both my girlfriend and I accidentally giggled at several moments in it which ultimately made me feel bad for talking it up (because I truly believed it and I hate when people laugh at a serious movie).

Most of the men give great, nuanced performances but yeah. Has anyone else experienced this? I still consider myself a fan of A History of Violence. It's great... But the fact that its a comic book (actually a graphic novel but whatever) adaption seems a lot more obvious now. It's often cartoonishly over the top and the dialogue sounds stilted and awkward coming from the sons mouth.

I think I know what the problem is. Since I last saw it, I've watched Breaking Bad. And... Other amazing crime drama's which are more subtle and nuanced.

Again, I still dig the movie but now I consider it a graphic novel adaption rather than simply a film on its own.

Member-222782 · 10-18-2013, 04:03 PM

I've resisted buying the current Blu-ray because of negative PQ reviews. This film definitely needs to be a part of my BD collection so hopefully it'll receive a better release someday.

PuppetMasterBlu · 10-18-2013, 04:09 PM

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Originally Posted by cine74

I've resisted buying the current Blu-ray because of negative PQ reviews. This film definitely needs to be a part of my BD collection so hopefully it'll receive a better release someday.

Go region free. the UK release looks great.

eagleskins · 10-19-2013, 07:47 AM

I love this movie. Need a better transfer, though.

LegacyCosts · 10-19-2013, 06:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by deepbreathsanddeath

I always loved this movie but I haven't re-watched it in years. My girlfriend hadn't seen it so I was excited to introduce her to it, saying its "so good!".

... Well, I still think its great but something seems off now. The acting from Bello and the kid who plays her (and Tom's) son seem so over dramatic. I feel awkward saying it but it was laughably over the top. Both my girlfriend and I accidentally giggled at several moments in it which ultimately made me feel bad for talking it up (because I truly believed it and I hate when people laugh at a serious movie).

Most of the men give great, nuanced performances but yeah. Has anyone else experienced this? I still consider myself a fan of A History of Violence. It's great... But the fact that its a comic book (actually a graphic novel but whatever) adaption seems a lot more obvious now. It's often cartoonishly over the top and the dialogue sounds stilted and awkward coming from the sons mouth.

I think I know what the problem is. Since I last saw it, I've watched Breaking Bad. And... Other amazing crime drama's which are more subtle and nuanced.

Again, I still dig the movie but now I consider it a graphic novel adaption rather than simply a film on its own.

Viggo is the man of course, but after breaking bad most films and shows just fall short haha. The movie is aging a little rough but still an enjoyable view. The nude wife is never a problem either.

tylergfoster · 10-19-2013, 08:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PuppetMasterBlu

Go region free. the UK release looks great.

Is there a comparison somewhere?

eagleskins · 10-21-2013, 09:50 AM

Slow burn to this one. I loved the setting and the belief that the mob had the wrong man. 9/10

HD Goofnut · 10-21-2013, 10:35 AM

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Originally Posted by eagleskins

Slow burn to this one. I loved the setting and the belief that the mob had the wrong man. 9/10

Yep, same here. You also can't beat Maria Bello naked.

Mister_Kidd · 03-07-2021, 03:46 AM

Recently “upgraded” my DVD of this and watching tonight. This movie desperately needs a new transfer and encode. BD basically looks like a DVD. Tons of DNR, no detail. A real disappointment.

captainron_howdy · 03-07-2021, 03:54 AM

^Yea, this movie needs a new transfer for sure. I remember revisiting my Blu-ray last summer and it did NOT look good. There's a buttload of DNR.

DukeTogo84 · 03-07-2021, 03:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mister_Kidd

Recently “upgraded” my DVD of this and watching tonight. This movie desperately needs a new transfer and encode. BD basically looks like a DVD. Tons of DNR, no detail. A real disappointment.

I can live with it, but I'm always curious who makes these choices when it comes to DNR? I really don't understand how they can slather it on some films, and others they leave completely alone.

Filmmaker · 03-07-2021, 01:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Mister_Kidd

Recently “upgraded” my DVD of this and watching tonight. This movie desperately needs a new transfer and encode. BD basically looks like a DVD. Tons of DNR, no detail. A real disappointment.

If you’re multi-region capable, the UK release is greatly superior because it has none of the DNR and also features the uncensored international cut of the film, versus the tamer U.S. R-rated cut.

Mister_Kidd · 03-07-2021, 07:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Filmmaker

If you’re multi-region capable, the UK release is greatly superior because it has none of the DNR and also features the uncensored international cut of the film, versus the tamer U.S. R-rated cut.

I am multi region capable. Is this the one?

Adds insult to injury that I could have imported this for almost the same cost I bought the US version.

Filmmaker · 03-07-2021, 07:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mister_Kidd

I am multi region capable. Is this the one?

Adds insult to injury that I could have imported this for almost the same cost I bought the US version.

Yup. That’s her.

NKB2017 · 03-08-2021, 11:54 AM

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Originally Posted by mkc

Amazon f-d me over with this one.

I tried for months to buy it through Amazon's Global Store from Amazon UK, but Amazon kept incorrectly cancelling my orders (glitch in their system). By the time the problem was fixed, the UK version was no longer available. I had to settle for the Canadian version.

I think it's available now. I prefer the cover on the Canadian Alliance release though.

10-07-2007, 06:52 PM	#1
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agoofykindasuperman Blu-ray Knight Top contributor Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Toronto, Canada Home Theater Gallery:27 4K collection:618 Blu-ray collection:2041 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:178	Ya, I'd definitely be interested in this movie too on Blu. Bring it on!

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jnm422 Active Member Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Montgomery Village, MD Blu-ray collection:57	It's a New Line movie so I would anticipate sometime early 08. They are starting to release more movies lately. I too, would like to have it.

10-07-2007, 07:25 PM	#4
supersix4 Blu-ray Archduke Top contributor Member since:Mar 2007 Blu-ray collection:572 Blu-ray reviews: 53 Trading Score:3	id love this on blu-ray !!!!!!!!!!!!

10-07-2007, 07:29 PM	#5
C6 Z06 Special Member Member since:Dec 2006 Location:Virginia 4K collection:427 Blu-ray collection:1695 Trading Score:18	I'll take one!

10-18-2013, 03:50 PM	#6
deepbreathsanddeath Blu-ray Guru Top contributor Member since:Jul 2011 Location:Brisbane, Australia Blu-ray collection:1077 Blu-ray reviews: 109 Trading Score:38	I always loved this movie but I haven't re-watched it in years. My girlfriend hadn't seen it so I was excited to introduce her to it, saying its "so good!". ... Well, I still think its great but something seems off now. The acting from Bello and the kid who plays her (and Tom's) son seem so over dramatic. I feel awkward saying it but it was laughably over the top. Both my girlfriend and I accidentally giggled at several moments in it which ultimately made me feel bad for talking it up (because I truly believed it and I hate when people laugh at a serious movie). Most of the men give great, nuanced performances but yeah. Has anyone else experienced this? I still consider myself a fan of A History of Violence. It's great... But the fact that its a comic book (actually a graphic novel but whatever) adaption seems a lot more obvious now. It's often cartoonishly over the top and the dialogue sounds stilted and awkward coming from the sons mouth. I think I know what the problem is. Since I last saw it, I've watched Breaking Bad. And... Other amazing crime drama's which are more subtle and nuanced. Again, I still dig the movie but now I consider it a graphic novel adaption rather than simply a film on its own.

10-18-2013, 04:03 PM	#7
Member-222782 Blu-ray Archduke Member since:Jun 2012 4K collection:645 Blu-ray collection:4556 DVD collection:474 Trading Score:140	I've resisted buying the current Blu-ray because of negative PQ reviews. This film definitely needs to be a part of my BD collection so hopefully it'll receive a better release someday.

10-19-2013, 07:47 AM	#9
eagleskins Member Member since:Apr 2011 Location:Charleston, SC	I love this movie. Need a better transfer, though.

10-21-2013, 09:50 AM	#12
eagleskins Member Member since:Apr 2011 Location:Charleston, SC	Slow burn to this one. I loved the setting and the belief that the mob had the wrong man. 9/10

03-07-2021, 03:46 AM	#14
Mister_Kidd Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jun 2019 Location:Chicago Home Theater Gallery:4 4K collection:210 Blu-ray collection:769 DVD collection:299	Recently “upgraded” my DVD of this and watching tonight. This movie desperately needs a new transfer and encode. BD basically looks like a DVD. Tons of DNR, no detail. A real disappointment.

03-07-2021, 03:54 AM	#15
captainron_howdy Blu-ray Guru Member since:Feb 2017 Location:Extreme Northern New Jersey Blu-ray reviews: 2 Trading Score:1	^Yea, this movie needs a new transfer for sure. I remember revisiting my Blu-ray last summer and it did NOT look good. There's a buttload of DNR.

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