The Criterion Collection

[The Great Owl]

Originally Posted by Sherlock_Jr

That's just what I've heard from a reliable source. But I have no idea if they are pursuing a new master, if they still plan to release it, or what the status is at the present time.

I'm thinking that they may release Le Samourai in December after all, since I just ordered the French Blu-ray. If I had decided not to spend money on the French Blu-ray, then it would likely be two or three years before Criterion upgrades Le Samourai. Since I just shelled out for the import, though, this undoubtedly guarantees an announcement in the next month or two.

A bunch of people here bought Tokyo Story on DVD last month during the sale, so they're the reason why we're getting the Blu-ray in November.

[Scottie]

Originally Posted by The Great Owl

I'm thinking that they may release Le Samourai in December after all, since I just ordered the French Blu-ray. If I had decided not to spend money on the French Blu-ray, then it would likely be two or three years before Criterion upgrades Le Samourai. Since I just shelled out for the import, though, this undoubtedly guarantees an announcement in the next month or two.

A bunch of people here bought Tokyo Story on DVD last month during the sale, so they're the reason why we're getting the Blu-ray in November.

Thanks for helping us all out, buddy.

[The Great Owl]

Originally Posted by iScottie

Thanks for helping us all out, buddy.

Just taking one for the team. Y'all would do the same for me, I'm sure.

[octagon]

Originally Posted by The Great Owl

Just taking one for the team. Y'all would do the same for me, I'm sure.

You got that right...



The sick part is I've had it since March and all I've watched is Chinese Bookie

[The Great Owl]

Originally Posted by octagon

You got that right...



The sick part is I've had it since March and all I've watched is Chinese Bookie

I've never seen a John Cassavetes film, but I have always heard such great things, and I have been wanting to check out this box set for a long long time. Funnily enough, I almost bought it on DVD during a fall 2012 sale...just shortly before I bought my Blu-ray player. I'm glad that I waited.

I'm going to blind-buy the Cassavetes set, but only during a 50% off Barnes and Noble sale.

Well...I guess that I've seen Rosemary's Baby, but I've never seen a film that was directed by John Cassavetes.

EDIT: No, wait.... I saw Gloria on HBO when I was a kid. I have seen a film that Cassavetes directed, after all.

[Hawkguy]

Originally Posted by octagon

The sick part is I've had it since March and all I've watched is Chinese Bookie

That's sick, just sick

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[shadedpain4]

Originally Posted by Abdrewes

Speaking of which, what's your take on Tokyo!? I just ordered it a couple nights ago.

Did you find a blu-ray copy? I know how difficult that can be.

[starman15317]

Originally Posted by The Great Owl

Just taking one for the team. Y'all would do the same for me, I'm sure.

Absolutely! I thought about buying Tokyo Story on DVD myself and I think that I will buy Stranger Than Paradise soon, so if I do, expect a Blu-Ray.

[Ausjdm]

Criterion oop advice, does anyone know if there's a massive picture quality difference between the bluray vs DVD editions of Le cercle rouge and for Last Year at Marienbad??

Been trying to buy a copy of both, but the price is off the chart of the bluray versions of both titles... Are the cheaper DVD versions worth it or the picture quality sucks?

Thanks y'all

[Abdrewes]

Originally Posted by shadedpain4

Did you find a blu-ray copy? I know how difficult that can be.

The great Scottsman sold me his copy. I love all three directors, so it was a mustbuy for me.

[Abdrewes]

Originally Posted by octagon

You got that right...



The sick part is I've had it since March and all I've watched is Chinese Bookie

Phenomenal film. Bookie's worth the cost of the entire set....

*waits for Owl to mention something nostalgia related aboutRoad House*

[zoodermin]

Just saw Before Midnight for the first time and is a fantastic film. It really compliments well its already excellent predecessors and has a very sharp, funny and heartfelt script and Hawke and Delpy are phenomenal. I might say is my favorite from the trilogy. I just wish Criterion will release the whole trilogy because that'll be one hell of a package!

[Coasterghost]

I am glad to report I got my first Criterion Bluray, I bought Stage Coach. One film I would like to see Criterion or Warner release Out of the Past 1947.

[vader4]

Originally Posted by Coasterghost

I am glad to report I got my first Criterion Bluray, I bought Stage Coach. One film I would like to see Criterion or Warner release Out of the Past 1947.

Welcome to the addiction

[Sherlock_Jr]

Originally Posted by The Great Owl

I'm thinking that they may release Le Samourai in December after all, since I just ordered the French Blu-ray. If I had decided not to spend money on the French Blu-ray, then it would likely be two or three years before Criterion upgrades Le Samourai. Since I just shelled out for the import, though, this undoubtedly guarantees an announcement in the next month or two.

A bunch of people here bought Tokyo Story on DVD last month during the sale, so they're the reason why we're getting the Blu-ray in November.

Well, It's a Mad Mad Mad Mad World was originally supposed to come out in Nov, because that's the 50th anniversary, but they decided to take more time on special features, so I assume it's not going to make December, but rather sometimes next year.

Y Tu Mama Tambien is also still slated to come, but Cuaron has been too busy with Gravity to approve the transfer.

[octagon]

Originally Posted by The Great Owl

I've never seen a John Cassavetes film, but I have always heard such great things, and I have been wanting to check out this box set for a long long time.

I caught a half hour or so of Faces on TCM a while back, really liked Husbands and Chinese Bookie is a really cool ride if you're willing to meet it halfway.

I wish I'd waited now but don't really regret the purchase. What I've seen so far is really engaging, I'm just never quite in the right mood.

Originally Posted by CoopFilm

That's sick, just sick

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In my defense, the NHL playoffs were particularly awesome this year

Originally Posted by Abdrewes

*waits for Owl to mention something nostalgia related aboutRoad House*

While working in a bar in the early 90s I was involved in very short-lived software venture with some friends and we incorporated under the name Dalton Technical Group.

Good times...

[Yami]

Originally Posted by Sherlock_Jr

Well, It's a Mad Mad Mad Mad World was originally supposed to come out in Nov, because that's the 50th anniversary, but they decided to take more time on special features, so I assume it's not going to make December, but rather sometimes next year.

Y Tu Mama Tambien is also still slated to come, but Cuaron has been too busy with Gravity to approve the transfer.

Do you have any knowledge on when the World Cinema Foundation titles will be released?

[rock, stone]

Originally Posted by starman15317

I wonder if Criterion would be able to release David Cronenberg's Crash. I wouldn't have interest in owning it, but it could use an upgrade. Plus Criterion could release the commentary from the LD.

This is easily on my Top 3 CC Wishlist.

I'm bummed that the inevitable Scanners/Brood makes this release seem all the more unlikely.

[lordmorpheus72]

Originally Posted by charnier

But is it right - it does not look very autumnal.

Yeah, I should've posted that as well. It's a much more summer-esque look. The blue of the water, and the extreme green of the grass really change the tone... for me at least. It's like the took out all the browns..

[lordmorpheus72]

Originally Posted by Abdrewes

Yeah, I can see that. Tenenbaums goes crazy with the art design too. I was kinda offended when he matched the wallpaper with the skin tone and suits of those two black guys...do you know the scene? It's like he was thinking, "you know what would be cute..." I thought it was a tad racially insensitive.

That said, it's still my favorite Wes. It had the nicest blend between strong character and quirk IMO.

I'm trying to remember the scene, it rings a bell but it's not fresh in my mind. Maybe I do need to give it a fresh viewing. Guess I'll move it to the top of my Netflix queue. i'm sure it's not the CC edition though.