The Criterion Collection

[pedromvu]

Originally Posted by octagon

The rest of thread is not 'primarily fear mongering' either though. For the most part posters to that thread have been pretty measured and responsible.

For instance, all the talk of class action lawsuits, what little there was, came from one poster who was clearly trolling from his/her first post.

+1

I read a lot of that thread and found a lot of helpful information there, but the problem is that it got merged with every imaginable disc problem from any company now, so it is not that helpful now if you just want to know what is the current state of the criterion replacements.

[BohemianGraham]

Originally Posted by octagon

The rest of thread is not 'primarily fear mongering' either though. For the most part posters to that thread have been pretty measured and responsible.

For instance, all the talk of class action lawsuits, what little there was, came from one poster who was clearly trolling from his/her first post.

I admit I stopped reading it because it got to the point where information began to contradict, and others were claiming Pro-B should have been representative for the board and contact Criterion, and all his reviews are suspect because of his comments about how discolouration isn't the only means of determining a faulty disc. So, a lot of what would have been useful information was missed because of all the other information. I asked why one poster was claiming the 10-minute skip in Howards End was not related to the bronzing issue, and where he got that information, and was just told it was the bronzing issue. A lot of the discussion seemed to be more arguing amongst members, and trying to filter for useful information was more hassle than it was worth.

[hoytereden]

Originally Posted by jhiggy23

Thoughts on the Tati set? I own and love Playtime but haven't seen his other films. The set obviously seems extremely thorough with a lot of interesting extras, in addition to the films. The set can be had for about $45 with the 20% coupon during the sale, which is a pretty phenomenal price. I plan on keeping the original Playtime due to the superior color transfer.

So, for someone who loves Playtime, is it safe to assume I'll enjoy the other films too? Thanks for any feedback.

If you enjoy Playtime I'm pretty sure you'll like the other Hulot films. Jour de Fete is excellent; Parade is ok.

[jhiggy23]

Originally Posted by hoytereden

If you enjoy Playtime I'm pretty sure you'll like the other Hulot films. Jour de Fete is excellent; Parade is ok.

Thanks! I'm still going to try to see one or two more before the sale, but that's helpful.

[hoytereden]

Originally Posted by hoytereden

I also love Tati with my favorites being in chronological order with Holiday my favorite and Trafic my least. I find each one a little less funny than the previous one. Perhaps it's because his movements get slower and his physical comedy is more subdued due to age and a serious auto accident he was in but I love the frenetic pace he sets in Holiday and the non-Hulot Jour de fete. I have a great book on him-Jacques Tati by David Bellos that I would highly recommend.
Also to note that the Hulot character has a brief (very!) cameo in Truffaut's Bed and Board.

Originally Posted by jhiggy23

Thanks! I'm still going to try to see one or two more before the sale, but that's helpful.

This is something I posted earlier that fleshes out my feelings on Tati's Hulot films.

[jayembee]

Originally Posted by BohemianGraham

I admit I stopped reading it because it got to the point where information began to contradict, and others were claiming Pro-B should have been representative for the board and contact Criterion, and all his reviews are suspect because of his comments about how discolouration isn't the only means of determining a faulty disc. So, a lot of what would have been useful information was missed because of all the other information. I asked why one poster was claiming the 10-minute skip in Howards End was not related to the bronzing issue, and where he got that information, and was just told it was the bronzing issue. A lot of the discussion seemed to be more arguing amongst members, and trying to filter for useful information was more hassle than it was worth.

The problems with the other thread really just come down to one thing: the insistence on the part of the Powers That Be that there be a single thread that covers all bad discs, no matter what the suspected cause, and no matter what label they're from. That has caused a deluge of information and reports that get in the way of someone finding specific information because it's hidden within a mass of irrelevant (to them) data.

Even worse, is that it's lumped together separate problems and makes the bronzing/oxidation issue seem far more extensive than it is.

[SlickDamian]

LM Kit Carson, the writer for Paris, Texas died this week. He was also the father of the young actor in the film, Hunter Carson (who's mom is Karen Black). Don't know if this has been mentioned in the thread, I saw it on Indiewire. Sad.

[The Great Owl]

I had a great time seeing Alfred Hitchcock's Rear Window on the big screen at a local theater tonight.

The small details of the events in the opposite apartments really come to life when Rear Window is viewed on a big screen. The colors, particularly when "Miss Lonelyhearts" is applying her makeup during one scene, are stunning. "Miss Torso" is...well...Miss Torso is just great.

Of course, the first shot of Grace Kelly, which is, in my opinion, the greatest character introduction scene in cinema history, comes across wonderfully in a theater.

I'm really looking forward to returning to this theater next Wednesday for Hitchcock's Psycho.

[HuggyBear73]

Haven't checked this thread in a few weeks. I sent back my copy of "M" about two weeks ago cause of the bronzing. Haven't received replacement. Anyone get theirs?

[jayembee]

Originally Posted by HuggyBear73

Haven't checked this thread in a few weeks. I sent back my copy of "M" about two weeks ago cause of the bronzing. Haven't received replacement. Anyone get theirs?

No one has. Criterion hasn't sent out any yet.

[Skorpius]

Hiroshima Mon Amour Returns With 4K Restoration

http://www.blouinartinfo.com/news/st...4k-restoration

[pro-bassoonist]

Originally Posted by Skorpius

Hiroshima Mon Amour Returns With 4K Restoration

http://www.blouinartinfo.com/news/st...4k-restoration

It has been out on Blu-ray in France since last November. It is probably one of the top 3 French restorations from 2013. The release isn't English-friendly, otherwise we would have posted a review by now.

You don't need to worry about it when it transition to Blu-ray -- it is a wonderful organic presentation. It will look just as impressive here.

Trailer is here:

https://www.blu-ray.com/news/?id=11790

Pro-B

[adamhopelies]

Originally Posted by jhiggy23

Thoughts on the Tati set? I own and love Playtime but haven't seen his other films. The set obviously seems extremely thorough with a lot of interesting extras, in addition to the films. The set can be had for about $45 with the 20% coupon during the sale, which is a pretty phenomenal price. I plan on keeping the original Playtime due to the superior color transfer.

So, for someone who loves Playtime, is it safe to assume I'll enjoy the other films too? Thanks for any feedback.

I think Playtime is a safe enough taster. It's Tati at his most Tati-esque, if you can tune in with that then you should be fine with the pieces that surround it.

[ShellOilJunior]

Is this the poster art for the new tour? I like the design. Ideally any poster of this film should give credit to Georges Delerue and Giovanni Fusco for the beautiful (and haunting) score.

[Show spoiler]

[ShellOilJunior]

Sooner than later for Hiroshima:

[Scottie]

Originally Posted by ShellOilJunior

Sooner than later for Hiroshima:

[Show spoiler]

Excellent! All about confirms it!

[Scottie]

FINALLY!

The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...=ATVPDKIKX0DER

The Palm Beach Story
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...=ATVPDKIKX0DER

[bwdowiak]

Originally Posted by octagon

Yeah, the two stories are very similar.

Well, except for one being a hoax and the other, you know, not being a hoax.

But other than that...

I'm not going to say that you "missed my point" because I'm sure you didn't.

but, following along with what you have said here... do you think the reaction was merited?

[bwdowiak]

Originally Posted by ShellOilJunior

Sooner than later for Hiroshima:

gosh! I have not heard that song in years. it had even seemed to escape my consciousness. what an underrated band! such a great song, too! hooks aplenty at the 30 second mark. oh, man! thanks, Shell, for posting that!

[Scottie]

For those in the area, Jean-Luc Godard's new film, Goodbye to Language, opens next week in New York City.

Also, The Complete Jacques Tati and The Vanishing are now listed as in-stock on Criterion's website for those who desire to order them.