The Criterion Collection

[Scottie]

Originally Posted by filmmusic

Ok, I just watched Something Wild, and while it's a good film, I don't understand why this deserved a Criterion Bluray, and another eg. Demme film like The Silence of the Lambs, didn't!

I believe they lost the rights to TSOTL, hence the out of print-ness and lack of a Blu-ray release.

Regarding Something Wild, I was not a big fan of it either. It's a fun film at times, but I can't say I was blown away by it like most people seem to be.

[adamhopelies]

I actually rewatched Something Wild just last night. I only picked it up recently, and this was my third watch.

I'm surprised by just how much I like it, given that I'm quite cool on Demme, but I think it's a really fun film, while the third act diversion elevates it in to something with a bit more substance than one might expect from the hijinks of the first half. I went in to it off of the back of its reputation as one of Paul Thomas Anderson's favourite films, and can certainly see a lot of it in his work (the off-kilter tone, the smart cine-literacy that underlines the thing).

[The Great Owl]

Originally Posted by SammyJankis

Laura. I watched it last night. Gained some interest in her after seeing her work in Leave Her to Heaven. She's even more stunning in black and white. Fantastic noir, too. Ordered the blu this morning, along with The Ghost and Mrs. Muir (which I've never seen.)

I wish the avatar was larger, but apparently the site reduced the size limit from here on out.

Laura was my favorite Blu-ray release of 2013.

I still need to watch my Blu-ray of The Ghost and Mrs. Muir.


EDIT: I may have to revise my Best Blu-ray of 2013 choice, though, in light of having seen The Vincent Price Collection last week.

[thecalm_7]

Originally Posted by shadedpain4

Which 2 titles?

Shock corridor, naked kiss, yiyi. I haven't seen these in ages. I sold my DVDs of the 3 before this sale yet they were not available in 100 miles of me in fl or my mom in va

[SlickDamian]

Originally Posted by octagon

Before I go too overboard with incredulity let's make sure I'm reading this right: You don't think The Godfather would fit in the collection?

I think it definitely fits as a classic and important film. I love the Godfather, and Part II is possibly my favorite movie of all time. I just can't imagine it in the Collection. I don't know why, but does ANYONE understand what I'm saying?? (My fellow posters who aren't argumentative snobs, help me out here!!)

[ultlife2013]

Originally Posted by SlickDamian

I think it definitely fits as a classic and important film. I love the Godfather, and Part II is possibly my favorite movie of all time. I just can't imagine it in the Collection. I don't know why, but does ANYONE understand what I'm saying?? (My fellow posters who aren't argumentative snobs, help me out here!!)

Wow, argumentative snob? What a nice thing to say.

[jayembee]

Originally Posted by jayembee

I believe that Lionsgate has the rights in the US.

Originally Posted by ultlife2013

Yeah. I also saw the studio canal name in the opening credits so that makes sense. So it'll never be released now.

Well, aside from the connection to StudioCanal, the film's US theatrical release (as well as the initial DVD release) was by Artisan, which was later bought by Lionsgate.

[BTTF_]

Want to pick up Night on Earth but every time I buy a DVD, criterion releases the blu a few months later. I suppose I'll just wait, but I do believe it's been a while since the last Jim J restoration.

[SlickDamian]

Originally Posted by ultlife2013

Wow, argumentative snob? What a nice thing to say.

My apologies, that isn't a nice thing to say. When people get argumentative, I find it entertaining. I love the snobs. I think that you're all fantastic. No offense meant guys!

PS I wish that everyone could let things roll off of their backs a little more and take things in jest.

[SlickDamian]

Originally Posted by BTTF_

Want to pick up Night on Earth but every time I buy a DVD, criterion releases the blu a few months later. I suppose I'll just wait, but I do believe it's been a while since the last Jim J restoration.

I also think it's about time for another Jarmusch blu ray as well. Dead Man would be a cool one.

[BTTF_]

Originally Posted by ultlife2013

Wow, argumentative snob? What a nice thing to say.

There are a few of them on here let's be honest. Lol he didn't attack anyone specifically. It was a harmless dig.

[Rhylliam]

Yesterday I watched King of the Hill/The Underneath BD & extras. Nice release. Funny how Soderbergh basically bashes The Underneath in the interview for the film

Today I watched Persona and all of its extras. What a great release, and an amazing transfer. Well worth the $21 for a blind buy.

[Joe Dalek]

Recently somebody here asked about films in the collection that take place on a particular date.

I don't know if anyone mentioned this one, but Cleo from 5 to 7 takes place on June 21.

[ultlife2013]

I watched Zodiac* tonight and enjoyed it. You can really see Fincher's directing trademarks in his films because of the camera work and the filters his films have.


*This relates to Criterion because David Fincher directed The Game which was released by Criterion.

[jshaide]

What are the odds of a Life of Brian upgrade ever? It's probably not necessary, but it's not OOP and it's an early enough title which they seem to enjoy upgrading.

[Al_The_Strange]

Originally Posted by jshaide

What are the odds of a Life of Brian upgrade ever? It's probably not necessary, but it's not OOP and it's an early enough title which they seem to enjoy upgrading.

I'm surprised it's not OOP yet. Maybe there is a chance, but I'm inclined to think no, given that it's been released on Blu-Ray through Sony. I imagine that the distribution rights may not allow Criterion to do a Blu-Ray edition, even though they seem to still be able to print the DVD edition. I could be wrong, who knows?

[jrsl76]

Originally Posted by Al_The_Strange

I'm surprised it's not OOP yet. Maybe there is a chance, but I'm inclined to think no, given that it's been released on Blu-Ray through Sony. I imagine that the distribution rights may not allow Criterion to do a Blu-Ray edition, even though they seem to still be able to print the DVD edition. I could be wrong, who knows?

I think it may just yet get an upgrade along with a possibility for the other Handmade Films to re-enter the collection. A fairly recent rumor was that Time Bandits would be re-released by Criterion.

[Oblivion138]

Originally Posted by BTTF_

Want to pick up Night on Earth but every time I buy a DVD, criterion releases the blu a few months later. I suppose I'll just wait, but I do believe it's been a while since the last Jim J restoration.

Buy it!

I've been waiting years for them to upgrade it to BD...I'd be very grateful if your purchase pushed them to finally do it.

[baheidstu]

Originally Posted by Rhylliam

Yesterday I watched King of the Hill/The Underneath BD & extras. Nice release. Funny how Soderbergh basically bashes The Underneath in the interview for the film

Today I watched Persona and all of its extras. What a great release, and an amazing transfer. Well worth the $21 for a blind buy.

Why would he bash it? It good pretty good reviews when it came out and it's not a bad little film for what it is.

[EricJ]

Originally Posted by jrsl76

I think it may just yet get an upgrade along with a possibility for the other Handmade Films to re-enter the collection. A fairly recent rumor was that Time Bandits would be re-released by Criterion.

It WAS owned by MGM as an Orion film, but now that neither one is around, it may have reverted back to a private Handmade Film. Which makes Criterion more of a possibility.