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Hawkguy · 12-03-2012, 01:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Snicket

I have seen the plastic case in stores. It all has to do with when B&N restocks from it's Criterion suppliers. Sometimes it takes a long while to run out of stock.

Oh, then I'm wrong. I have never seen the hard case for it (have never seen hard cases for Marienbad or Metro either)

movie · 12-03-2012, 01:56 AM

I don't own any Criterion releases yet. Thinking of getting one, but would be nice if they included a dvd as well considering their price structure. Anyone agree? I mean, what's it going to cost them overall, a few cents more to include a disc? I don't mind paying extra for a movie I like, but it would nice to see outfits such as Criterion do a little more for the money they charge.

Hawkguy · 12-03-2012, 01:57 AM

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Originally Posted by movie

I don't own any Criterion releases yet. Thinking of getting one, but would be nice if they included a dvd as well considering their price structure. Anyone agree? I mean, what's it going to cost them overall, a few cents more to include a disc?

What good would that be, though?

octagon · 12-03-2012, 02:02 AM

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Originally Posted by CoopFilm

What good would that be, though?

People with dvd players in their cars could let their kids watch The Double Life of Veronique in the back seat.

Hawkguy · 12-03-2012, 02:03 AM

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Originally Posted by octagon

People with dvd players in their cars could let their kids watch The Double Life of Veronique in the back seat.

TheHighRoller · 12-03-2012, 02:08 AM

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Originally Posted by movie

I don't own any Criterion releases yet. Thinking of getting one, but would be nice if they included a dvd as well considering their price structure. Anyone agree? I mean, what's it going to cost them overall, a few cents more to include a disc? I don't mind paying extra for a movie I like, but it would nice to see outfits such as Criterion do a little more for the money they charge.

I think you confused the Criterion thread for the Blu-ray + DVD + Digital Copy thread.

What Criterion offers is premium transfers and great special features along with insightful booklets. Plus, if you know how to look, you can get Criterions for less than $15.

RiFiFi1955 · 12-03-2012, 02:13 AM

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Originally Posted by octagon

Has Scorsese ever seen a movie that wasn't one of the best movies he's ever seen?

Yeah, actually I remember him saying in an interview that he was never a big fan of Marty. I wonder if it had anything to do with it sharing his name

I actually love Marty! That is what Criterion should be thinking about releasing a blu-ray of. And they should throw in the Rod Steiger TV version too.

Scottie · 12-03-2012, 02:14 AM

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Originally Posted by movie

I don't own any Criterion releases yet. Thinking of getting one, but would be nice if they included a dvd as well considering their price structure. Anyone agree? I mean, what's it going to cost them overall, a few cents more to include a disc? I don't mind paying extra for a movie I like, but it would nice to see outfits such as Criterion do a little more for the money they charge.

I personally don't think that it is necessary.

Criterion is a company known for remastering films to the best quality available, so by including the DVD, it really wouldn't be living up to it's name.

TheHighRoller · 12-03-2012, 02:14 AM

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Originally Posted by octagon

People with dvd players in their cars could let their kids watch The Double Life of Veronique in the back seat.

I think The Double Life of Veronique is too dark for kids to watch in the back seat.

They should watch In the Realm of the Senses instead. At least it's cheery.

Tone · 12-03-2012, 02:21 AM

Just looking at the screen caps of Koyaanisqatsi on DvdBeaver, wish Criterion would have included both the 1.33:1 and widescreen versions for the premium price of the box set.

Reeniop5 · 12-03-2012, 02:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Xtempo

Does anybody know about the Last Emperor of China package situation? I haven't seen a new case except for the old paper one. What's the deal on that when Chungking Express is now being released in the the regular case?

So would Criterion actually have the replacement case for this or is this the only hold out from their wanting to release it in the dumb cardboard case?

thanks for the replies

The replacement case is available to buy at criterion.com for $5.

Here is the LINK...
http://www.criterion.com/shop/other

drbikeshorts · 12-03-2012, 02:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Reeniop5

Have finished watching 4 Jim Jarmusch Films and I would say I really enjoy his minimalist style. Loves the Black and White films Down by Law and Stranger Than Paradise.

1) Down by Law - Watched in Hulu plus and ordered in Blu Ray.
2) Mystery Train - Great Ride to Memphis via Blu Ray
3) Night on Earth - Roberto Benigni is damn hilarious! Awaiting Blu Ray after watching in in Hulu plus.
4) Stranger than Paradise - Love John Lurie's style similar to Down by Law. Awaiting Blu Ray after watching in in Hulu plus.

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Originally Posted by Abdrewes

Broken flowers is awesome and the BD of Dead Man ain't bad either. I've heard great things about Ghost Dog and I'd pretty much blind buy it on the strength of his other films.

Ghost Dog is pretty cool and has an explicit reference to Seijun Suzuki's Branded to Kill.
Wonderful performance by Forest Whitaker.
I haven't seen it for years, but I'd probably get it on blu-ray.
I've always been a fan of Dead Man, but I've never felt the need to own it.

Reeniop5 · 12-03-2012, 02:37 AM

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Originally Posted by TheHighRoller

I think The Double Life of Veronique is too dark for kids to watch in the back seat.

They should watch In the Realm of the Senses instead. At least it's cheery.

movie · 12-03-2012, 02:40 AM

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Originally Posted by TheHighRoller

I think you confused the Criterion thread for the Blu-ray + DVD + Digital Copy thread.

What Criterion offers is premium transfers and great special features along with insightful booklets. Plus, if you know how to look, you can get Criterions for less than $15.

Just never thought they were worth the money. Kind of reminds me of Benz or BMW in a way. I take that back, there is one movie I would like and will probably get anyway.

Page14 · 12-03-2012, 02:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Page14

Speaking as somebody fairly new to buying Criterion releases, I find it interesting how many more films I want/need now than when I bought my first Criterion film. I don't have anywhere near the number of Criterions as a lot of people in here, but still have far more unwatched films in my collection than watched. Yet I crave more. It's like an insatiable appetite. The more you learn about what's out there, the more you "have to" see them.

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Originally Posted by Joe Dalek

"See" or "own"?

Both! Just because some films are unwatched doesn't mean they aren't intended to be watched eventually ... not by any stretch. I find myself buying films I find interesting faster than I can watch them. I guess 50% off sales will do that. I'm anxious to see each and every film in my collection.

zoodermin · 12-03-2012, 02:53 AM

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Originally Posted by movie

Just never thought they were worth the money. Kind of reminds me of Benz or BMW in a way. I take that back, there is one movie I would like and will probably get anyway.

If there is one studio that is worth the money is Criterion: Excellent and wide selection of films from all around the world + top-notch transfers and great sound + fantastic and insightful bonus material + classy packaging and high quality booklets + B&N and Amazon sales from time to time= Best studio ever!!

movie · 12-03-2012, 02:56 AM

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Originally Posted by zoodermin

If there is one studio that is worth the money is Criterion: Excellent and wide selection of films from all around the world + top-notch transfers and great sound + fantastic and insightful bonus material + classy packaging and high quality booklets + B&N and Amazon sales from time to time= Best studio ever!!

Yeah, I guess it's going to take me a little time to swallow it, but then again, if I love a movie and they make the effort to put it into HD, then how could I complain about that.

kobeson · 12-03-2012, 02:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Tone

Just looking at the screen caps of Koyaanisqatsi on DvdBeaver, wish Criterion would have included both the 1.33:1 and widescreen versions for the premium price of the box set.

I agree, it is a pity - in my opinion open matte presentation suits the compositions better, but in saying that it will fill the screen better in widescreen. Having both would have been a more complete set, or even 1.66:1 would have been nice. Oh well, still can't wait till it arrives!!

joie · 12-03-2012, 03:05 AM

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Originally Posted by movie

I don't own any Criterion releases yet. Thinking of getting one, but would be nice if they included a dvd as well considering their price structure. Anyone agree? I mean, what's it going to cost them overall, a few cents more to include a disc? I don't mind paying extra for a movie I like, but it would nice to see outfits such as Criterion do a little more for the money they charge.

Agreed. They really should do dual releases like Eureka and BFI are doing ... Blu-ray and DVD, for less than $39.99.

Scottie · 12-03-2012, 03:13 AM

Does anyone besides Beta Man own all the Criterion releases? If so, has anyone seen all of them?

What are your favorites and what are your least favorites?

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12-03-2012, 01:56 AM	#56982
movie Expert Member Top contributor Member since:Jan 2010 Location:Milky Way Blu-ray collection:210 DVD collection:45 Blu-ray reviews:34 Trading Score:22	I don't own any Criterion releases yet. Thinking of getting one, but would be nice if they included a dvd as well considering their price structure. Anyone agree? I mean, what's it going to cost them overall, a few cents more to include a disc? I don't mind paying extra for a movie I like, but it would nice to see outfits such as Criterion do a little more for the money they charge.

12-03-2012, 02:21 AM	#56990
Tone Member Top contributor Member since:Mar 2010 Location:Minnesota Blu-ray collection:548 DVD collection:328	Just looking at the screen caps of Koyaanisqatsi on DvdBeaver, wish Criterion would have included both the 1.33:1 and widescreen versions for the premium price of the box set.

12-03-2012, 03:13 AM	#57000
Scottie Moderator Top contributor Member since:Oct 2010 Location:Rhode Island Trading Score:647	Does anyone besides Beta Man own all the Criterion releases? If so, has anyone seen all of them? What are your favorites and what are your least favorites?

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