opinions anyone?

[ThriceBB]

this week is a pretty big purchase week for me. im definitely picking up eagle eye, event horizon, truman show and wedding crashers. im wondering what you guys thought about serenity. i never got a chance to see it, but it looks pretty cool. i just dont know if i can justify that blind buy while im trying to save for a whole new audio setup.

[sa412]

i haven't seen it, but since you're trying to save money i don't recommend a blind buy for any movie.

[shadow72]

I saw Serenity a while ago and if you like Sci-Fi movies it's probably worth a blind buy. I just have one question. If your saving up for an audio system, why would you be spending around $80 or possibly $100 when you could use that for your system? You can always get these movies down the road and just rent them for the time being.

[ThriceBB]

Originally Posted by shadow72

I saw Serenity a while ago and if you like Sci-Fi movies it's probably worth a blind buy. I just have one question. If your saving up for an audio system, why would you be spending around $80 or possibly $100 when you could use that for your system? You can always get these movies down the road and just rent them for the time being.

haha because im addicted to blus. and im not saying that jokingly. i guess i should have made this clearer. im sort of saving for my setup but not really. im trying to cut back on all spending besides blurays, but im going to buy most of my setup with my hefty tax return ill be getting in about a month

[shadow72]

Originally Posted by ThriceBB

haha because im addicted to blus. and im not saying that jokingly. i guess i should have made this clearer. im sort of saving for my setup but not really. im trying to cut back on all spending besides blurays, but im going to buy most of my setup with my hefty tax return ill be getting in about a month

Hey, that's cool I can relate to that. I'd say I'm addicted too. Plus, it's a healthy addiction.

[FIDDYPOP]

Serenity id a far cooler movie after watching the show Firefly. Which are both awesome to me. I love scifi so these are a must have for me.

[neos_peace]

Originally Posted by ThriceBB

but im going to buy most of my setup with my hefty tax return ill be getting in about a month

Same here bro. Addicted is the key word here, that and I made a deal wiht my wife that she can have an allownce for the price I pay for the Onkyo 805. Then what I save up wil go towards a new sub and a whoole new speaker setup. Altogther I figure I'll be spending around $1500-$2000 on a brand new system that Is gonna rock the house.

[peter008]

serenity is a great sci-fi movie, but if you're not familiar with the series on which this movie is base i suggest buying firefly as well.

[ThriceBB]

so is firefly about serenity or vice versa?

[quexos]

I'll probably get Event Horizon but first I'll need to see a review to be sure the PQ is up to BD standards.

[JessR]

blind buy never work, always end up with something you didnt want.

[ThriceBB]

does anyone know if amazon is closed or something right now? i just ordered the 4 BDs i wanted and its giving me estimated shipping dates of january 5th...?!

i have Prime, so it should be here wednesday at the latest.

[Blu Jacket]

Originally Posted by ThriceBB

so is firefly about serenity or vice versa?

Firefly came first and Fox owns the rights. That is why the movie was called Serenity, it is a continuation of Firefly. Both of these are at the very top of my favorites among my collection. Firefly/Serenity is the best gorram stuff in the 'verse.

[perfectdark]

Originally Posted by quexos

I'll probably get Event Horizon but first I'll need to see a review to be sure the PQ is up to BD standards.

http://bluray.highdefdigest.com/1830/eventhorizon.html

HD Video Quality 3.5/5

HD Audio Quality 3.5/5


The Video: Sizing Up the Picture


’Event Horizon’ arrives on Blu-ray with a fairly impressive 1080p/AVC-encoded transfer that sadly retains a few issues from its latest standard DVD release. First and foremost, the image has been ever-so-slightly stretched vertically, leaving some of the ship’s corridors and crew’s faces looking a bit pinched. I almost didn’t notice the abnormality until someone pointed it out to me, but sure enough, it’s there. Less troubling (yet still occasionally distracting) are a few unresolved blacks, a handful of unforgiving shadows (which rob three interior backgrounds of minor details that are visible on previous editions), and some instances of light ringing. Even so, I’m pleased to report that the artifacts, noise, and crush issues that have plagued every DVD release to date have been all but eliminated.

In fact, once you get past the transfer’s relatively minor problems, ‘Event Horizon’ looks really good. Colors have received a noticeable and much needed boost -- primaries have a distinct pop, the innards of the ship are more vibrant than ever, and skintones are nice and natural. Contrast is strong as well, hiding the film’s age and making it appear as if it were filmed yesterday. Depth and dimensionality are notable as well. While they’re not as convincing as the best catalog titles on the market, the ship’s long hallways realistically stretch into the distance and give the Event Horizon ominous presence. Last but not least, fine detail has been considerably improved. Facial textures are sharp, edges are well-defined, and it's all largely free of edge enhancement. Even the most miniscule mechanics and panel-circuitry are crisp and revealing. Yes, some of the effects shots look a bit soft compared to other practical elements on the screen, but any haziness appears to be the result of the original print rather than a nefarious encoding mishap.

[Sky_Captain]

You could safely pick up Serenity and leave that piece of sh*t Eagle Eye on the shelf. Sorted!

[shadow72]

Originally Posted by ThriceBB

does anyone know if amazon is closed or something right now? i just ordered the 4 BDs i wanted and its giving me estimated shipping dates of january 5th...?!

i have Prime, so it should be here wednesday at the latest.

I placed an order this morning through Amazon for 4 BR with their up to 50% off deal, and my order also says Jan. 5 for estimated ship date. Hmmmmm.....

[ThriceBB]

Originally Posted by shadow72

I placed an order this morning through Amazon for 4 BR with their up to 50% off deal, and my order also says Jan. 5 for estimated ship date. Hmmmmm.....

well actually, mine shipped today and should be here wednesday. i dont know what the deal was with the estimate, but it was wrong. eagle eye says it isnt in stock until january 1st for some reason. i dont understand that... i cancelled it and will probably just pick it up somewhere tomorrow.