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SpiderBaby · 03-30-2010, 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by reallyagi

Nice! I'm looking forward to watching this.
CassavetesGodard, what is your favorite Godard film?

It's hard for me to say a fav. If we are talking just about his "New Wave" films (1959 – 1967), the ones that I like the most are Alphaville, Made in U.S.A., Le Petit soldat, Pierrot le fou, Vivre sa vie, and Les Carabiniers (which doesn't get any love even from Godard fans). But really each of his films from the New Wave era are pieces of a personal story for him and I love each just the same. You can't really have a list with Godard because with him you either lke everything or nothing. The ones I listed are prob the ones I like to watch more often. It really is hard to name a fav, I haven't even listed Band of Outsiders, Weekend, or Breathless, which I like too.

It's too hard. But I can say, even though I like Michel Piccoli (Dillinger is Dead), I really don't watch Contempt alot, even though I like it.

Cheerupemokid · 03-30-2010, 08:52 PM

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Originally Posted by reallyagi

Buying directly from Criterion is your best bet right now.
Hurry, the AFS code (25% off everything) might end tomorrow, the 31st.

Thanks for pointing out the potential end-date on that coupon. I've been going back and forth on whether or not to order anything with it, since I've been one of those with the "B&N has to have a sale soon, right? RIGHT?!?" mindset. But I figured what the heck, why not at least get something in this sale.

Just ordered the Yojimbo/Sanjuro box set and Bigger Than Life. $71.79 with tax. Can't complain. I might even go back for another couple of titles before tomorrow. We'll see.

SpiderBaby · 03-30-2010, 08:57 PM

I have spent over $200 this month with that AFS code. It's not that far off of a B&N sale, because B&N takes 50% off on the MSRP, and Criterion takes 25% off on a already discounted store price. Your only paying $3 more on each blu-ray and dvd with the AFS sale than you are with the B&N sale, so not that bad.

captveg · 03-30-2010, 09:07 PM

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Originally Posted by JJJ225

So I just got home for spring break and I can finally use my Blu Ray player again. Bigger Than Life played fine, but I had some issues with 8 1/2 skipping and Days of Heaven wouldn't load. Any idea what's up? I sent a request for a firmware update disc; I really hope that's the issue.

What player?

reallyagi · 03-30-2010, 09:07 PM

I'll check tomorrow (March 31) and Thursday (April 1) to see if the AFS code is still working. You don't have to complete a purchase to find out if the code works.

BTW, I will not be in the mood on April 1 for any april fools' rumors or deceptions toward future Criterion releases.

SpiderBaby · 03-30-2010, 09:18 PM

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Originally Posted by reallyagi

I'll check tomorrow (March 31) and Thursday (April 1) to see if the AFS code is still working. You don't have to complete a purchase to find out if the code works.

BTW, I will not be in the mood on April 1 for any april fools' rumors or deceptions toward future Criterion releases.

I just hope that all pre-orders before the deadline for films after March 31st is still honored.

reallyagi · 03-30-2010, 09:24 PM

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Originally Posted by CassavetesGodard

I just hope that all pre-orders before the deadline for films after March 31st is still honored.

My order for the April releases went through with the discount.
I can't imagine Criterion asking for more money after the order was finalized.

reallyagi · 03-30-2010, 09:37 PM

Vivre sa vie packaging pictures:

http://www.criterionforum.org/DVD-pa...collection/679

Summer Hours packaging pictures:

http://www.criterionforum.org/DVD-pa...collection/681

neo_reloaded · 03-30-2010, 09:52 PM

I just made two orders - one for all the April titles, and one for all the May titles. I know the May order will result in all 4 discs shipping on May 25th, but that's ok with me - considering I had a $50 Criterion certificate to use, the savings were way better than even a BN sale could be.

I thought about the June titles, but resisted. That's way too far away to be concerning myself with now, and there may very well be a BN sale by then.

ccfixx · 03-30-2010, 10:46 PM

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Originally Posted by neo_reloaded

I thought about the June titles, but resisted. That's way too far away to be concerning myself with now, and there may very well be a BN sale by then.

If that's the case, though, Neo, you could always just cancel the Criterion order before the June releases ship. Simple? I think so.

CC

SpiderBaby · 03-30-2010, 11:24 PM

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Originally Posted by reallyagi

My order for the April releases went through with the discount.
I can't imagine Criterion asking for more money after the order was finalized.

But that is the thing, the order is not finalized yet. They don't finalize orders until it ships. Your order should still be under "Open Orders" where you can change it around, which should mean they can too.

ChadFL · 03-31-2010, 12:16 AM

Well I went ahead and ordered one last batch while the Criterion AFS code sale is still on. Picked up the following for $192 shipped. This also puts me fairly close to getting a $50 credit for spending $500.

The Wages of Fear
Gimme Shelter
The Man Who Fell to Earth
Days of Heaven
Monsoon Wedding
Revanche
Hunger
Bigger Than Life

Next post is #7,500!

JediFonger · 03-31-2010, 02:01 AM

7500?

daysgoby · 03-31-2010, 03:16 AM

7500 indeed

Kevtronn · 03-31-2010, 05:48 AM

Just finished Yojimbo/Sanjuro, Days of Heaven, & Bigger than Life Blu-rays.

Days of Heaven & Bigger than Life were both firsts for me & I enjoyed both very much. Both films have stuck with me all week. If I had to pick one between the two that I liked more I would have to say Days of Heaven for the Cinematography & Strong Emotions.

Ready for Criterion's April Releases!

reallyagi · 03-31-2010, 06:01 AM

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Originally Posted by CassavetesGodard

But that is the thing, the order is not finalized yet. They don't finalize orders until it ships. Your order should still be under "Open Orders" where you can change it around, which should mean they can too.

Well, I just can't believe you can pre-order for a certain price, and Criterion would not honor the deal.
Am I wrong here?

Old Geezer · 03-31-2010, 12:28 PM

Couldn't take the withdrawel pains. I had to try again this morning one more time. Ordered "Paris, Texas" and "Days of Heaven" with the AFS code. Still worked for me. That makes about 10 Criterion blu's for me this month. Thank heaven there's just a couple of the older releases that I want yet. From now on it will be mostly new releases.

Old Geezer · 03-31-2010, 12:59 PM

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Originally Posted by reallyagi

Well, I just can't believe you can pre-order for a certain price, and Criterion would not honor the deal.
Am I wrong here?

No, I don't think you are. It would be a terrible business decision for Criterion (or anybody) to attempt to increase the price after they accept your order.

SpiderBaby · 03-31-2010, 04:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Old Geezer

No, I don't think you are. It would be a terrible business decision for Criterion (or anybody) to attempt to increase the price after they accept your order.

Like I said though, it's not accepted until you get an e-mail. It is still open. It's like pre-ordering something in the B&N sale that comes out after the sale, they don't honor it.

ShellOilJunior · 03-31-2010, 05:12 PM

New code:

CINE

Good for 25% off. So if AFS expires today try CINE

Thanks to the Cleveland Cinematheque for the code.

03-30-2010, 08:57 PM	#7463
SpiderBaby Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Sep 2009	I have spent over $200 this month with that AFS code. It's not that far off of a B&N sale, because B&N takes 50% off on the MSRP, and Criterion takes 25% off on a already discounted store price. Your only paying $3 more on each blu-ray and dvd with the AFS sale than you are with the B&N sale, so not that bad. Last edited by SpiderBaby; 03-30-2010 at 08:59 PM.

03-31-2010, 12:16 AM	#7472
ChadFL Blu-ray Archduke Member since:Dec 2009 Location:Daytona Beach, FL Blu-ray collection:556 DVD collection:5	Well I went ahead and ordered one last batch while the Criterion AFS code sale is still on. Picked up the following for $192 shipped. This also puts me fairly close to getting a $50 credit for spending $500. The Wages of Fear Gimme Shelter The Man Who Fell to Earth Days of Heaven Monsoon Wedding Revanche Hunger Bigger Than Life Next post is #7,500! Last edited by ChadFL; 03-31-2010 at 12:23 AM.

03-31-2010, 12:28 PM	#7477
Old Geezer Special Member Top contributor Member since:Feb 2008 Location:Missouri Home Theater Gallery:9 4K collection:460 Blu-ray collection:2644 DVD collection:137	Couldn't take the withdrawel pains. I had to try again this morning one more time. Ordered "Paris, Texas" and "Days of Heaven" with the AFS code. Still worked for me. That makes about 10 Criterion blu's for me this month. Thank heaven there's just a couple of the older releases that I want yet. From now on it will be mostly new releases. Last edited by Old Geezer; 03-31-2010 at 12:57 PM.

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03-30-2010, 09:07 PM	#7465
reallyagi Senior Member Member since:Jan 2009 Location:Chicago, IL Blu-ray collection:182 Trading Score:5	I'll check tomorrow (March 31) and Thursday (April 1) to see if the AFS code is still working. You don't have to complete a purchase to find out if the code works. BTW, I will not be in the mood on April 1 for any april fools' rumors or deceptions toward future Criterion releases.

03-30-2010, 09:37 PM	#7468
reallyagi Senior Member Member since:Jan 2009 Location:Chicago, IL Blu-ray collection:182 Trading Score:5	Vivre sa vie packaging pictures: http://www.criterionforum.org/DVD-pa...collection/679 Summer Hours packaging pictures: http://www.criterionforum.org/DVD-pa...collection/681

03-30-2010, 09:52 PM	#7469
neo_reloaded Banned Top contributor Member since:Jan 2008 Blu-ray collection:416 Trading Score:72	I just made two orders - one for all the April titles, and one for all the May titles. I know the May order will result in all 4 discs shipping on May 25th, but that's ok with me - considering I had a $50 Criterion certificate to use, the savings were way better than even a BN sale could be. I thought about the June titles, but resisted. That's way too far away to be concerning myself with now, and there may very well be a BN sale by then.

03-31-2010, 02:01 AM	#7473
JediFonger Blu-ray Guru Member since:Nov 2009 4K collection:248 Blu-ray collection:1350 DVD collection:144 Digital collection:1 Trading Score:47	7500?

03-31-2010, 03:16 AM	#7474
daysgoby Member Member since:Mar 2010 Home Theater Gallery:15 Blu-ray collection:318 DVD collection:2 Blu-ray reviews: 8	7500 indeed

03-31-2010, 05:48 AM	#7475
Kevtronn Blu-ray Samurai Top contributor Member since:Oct 2008 Location:Cincinnati, OH Home Theater Gallery:8 4K collection:110 Blu-ray collection:1429 DVD collection:92 Blu-ray reviews:1	Just finished Yojimbo/Sanjuro, Days of Heaven, & Bigger than Life Blu-rays. Days of Heaven & Bigger than Life were both firsts for me & I enjoyed both very much. Both films have stuck with me all week. If I had to pick one between the two that I liked more I would have to say Days of Heaven for the Cinematography & Strong Emotions. Ready for Criterion's April Releases!

03-31-2010, 05:12 PM	#7480
ShellOilJunior Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Mar 2009 Location:USA Blu-ray reviews:3 Trading Score:10	New code: CINE Good for 25% off. So if AFS expires today try CINE Thanks to the Cleveland Cinematheque for the code.

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