District 9 Blu-ray Discussion Thread - Page 28 - Blu-ray Forum

Monkey · 12-22-2009, 05:53 PM

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Originally Posted by blu_sharpy

Really? Throw your brain out?
I think this is a film that does make you think. Its various sub-plots and messages about segregtion make sure of that.
It is a good Sci-Fi but keep your thinking cap on

Yes, throw your brain out. It simply doesn't make sense logically on many points. Keeping my thinking cap on simply leads me to realize how ridiculous and unrealistic it is (a movie doesn't have to be realistic to be fun and it is a fun flick) And thinking isn't really required since they throw the themes in ones face.

blu_sharpy · 12-22-2009, 05:56 PM

I know what you mean but I think it does require some of your attention to detail. Maybe we have different views of throw your brain out films. For me it is films like Shoot Em Up, Transporter etc...

PantherG · 12-22-2009, 06:19 PM

I saw this in the theater. I thought it stunk. The story rambled on and on and was confused by numerous flashbacks. Creature effects were passable at best. The only good parts were the inter-action with vehicles/robotics. In the end, it felt to me that it was a setup for the sequel. See/buy this at your own risk.

Monkey · 12-22-2009, 06:33 PM

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Originally Posted by blu_sharpy

I know what you mean but I think it does require some of your attention to detail. Maybe we have different views of throw your brain out films. For me it is films like Shoot Em Up, Transporter etc...

Well I certainly wouldn't put it in the same class as Shoot Em up, Transporter and Crank, that is true.

Just saying the message is impossible to miss (which is fine). Also some elements like

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PrivatePixel · 12-22-2009, 06:36 PM

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Originally Posted by DetroitSportsFan

You better order online with in-store pickup or get to the store ASAP. People are reporting that stores are only getting a few copies.

I can attest to this. The BB near me received only 6 copies of the store exclusive (based on what was on the floor when I walked in, may account for only 1/8 of all Blu-ray copies, and there are no additional copies in the storeroom).

Briscogun · 12-22-2009, 06:45 PM

Went for the blind buy. Had a $5 Target coupon burning a hole in my pocket that needed to be used by 12/24. They only had 4 BD copies left on the floor when I was there about an hour ago...

JimShaw · 12-22-2009, 07:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Briscogun

Went for the blind buy. Had a $5 Target coupon burning a hole in my pocket that needed to be used by 12/24. They only had 4 BD copies left on the floor when I was there about an hour ago...

I just did the same thing. Good or not good???? Probably not that good but for $14.99 at Target, I gave it a shot. If it is bad, I'll sell it.

bestever23 · 12-22-2009, 07:22 PM

It's a great movie, defiantly one of the best of the year
blind buy for sure but since I spent 21 dollars last week for bastards and public enemies on blu ray with my coupons, i don't know if I should spent 15 for this
then again when will it be for 15? 2 years from now....maybe

progers13 · 12-22-2009, 07:29 PM

I say yes. Maybe because I blind bought it at lunch today.

Call it a leap of faith. Every movie we watch is a blind viewing at some point. At least this way we have an item in hand that has monetary value we can recover if we don't like it (e.g. sell it).

jam6969 · 12-22-2009, 07:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Rzone_XI

i didnt go see the movie in the theater, wanted to know if its worth a buy? and if it is what can you compare this movie to?

I just brought the movie on BD and it was pretty good. I think that u should buy it.

Jack Wade · 12-22-2009, 07:42 PM

Bought this today. PQ is great. AQ was fabulous; really worked out my sound system.

It was great to revisit this movie. For my money, District 9 was the best film of 2009.

KingBing · 12-22-2009, 07:51 PM

I'm blind buying this. I have heard nothing but good things from my friends about this movie

thePhoenix · 12-22-2009, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by thePhoenix

It looks really cool. Gotta get it!

Gonna pick up my copy after work today. Thank you Best Buy in store pick up!

xmonkeywarriorx · 12-22-2009, 07:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Hyrius

Did someone watch it on the PS3 ?

yes it work fine on ps3 , my problem i m having the digital copy for the ps3 code is not work.

anyone ps3 digital copy working?

jasonsteele · 12-22-2009, 07:58 PM

mines not working either

retablo · 12-22-2009, 07:59 PM

Love that this was shot all digitally on the Red One cameras. I've shot some movies with it and it's truly a remarkable camera.

A director friend of mine hates digital, and says he can always tell when something was shot on digital vs. film. I can typically tell as well, but he was blown away when I told him this wasn't film.

xmonkeywarriorx · 12-22-2009, 08:00 PM

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Originally Posted by jasonsteele

mines not working either

........anyone know why it not working ?

JimShaw · 12-22-2009, 08:01 PM

There seems to be a lot of positive AND negative views on District 9.

It would be interesting to have a poll in regards to the ages of those who do like District 9 compared to the ages of those who don't.

nazdar · 12-22-2009, 08:15 PM

I heard you guys yelping about the District 9 BD SE w/ vest; called BB to hold one. Looks like compact, limited edition fun. Thanks fellow forum fans for the education.
Saw Ichi looking good.

ST2012 · 12-22-2009, 08:19 PM

Just out of curiousity, the God of War 3 demo is the same one that came with the GoW collection correct?

12-22-2009, 06:19 PM	#543
PantherG Junior Member Member since:Nov 2009 Location:Southern California Blu-ray collection:467	District 9 I saw this in the theater. I thought it stunk. The story rambled on and on and was confused by numerous flashbacks. Creature effects were passable at best. The only good parts were the inter-action with vehicles/robotics. In the end, it felt to me that it was a setup for the sequel. See/buy this at your own risk.

12-22-2009, 08:15 PM	#559
nazdar Active Member Member since:Aug 2008 Blu-ray reviews: 126	thanks for the tip I heard you guys yelping about the District 9 BD SE w/ vest; called BB to hold one. Looks like compact, limited edition fun. Thanks fellow forum fans for the education. Saw Ichi looking good.

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12-22-2009, 05:56 PM	#542
blu_sharpy Blu-ray Samurai Top contributor Member since:Nov 2009 Location:United Kingdom Blu-ray collection:743 DVD collection:11 Blu-ray reviews: 4 Trading Score:1	I know what you mean but I think it does require some of your attention to detail. Maybe we have different views of throw your brain out films. For me it is films like Shoot Em Up, Transporter etc...

12-22-2009, 06:45 PM	#546
Briscogun Active Member Member since:Dec 2009 Location:Chicago Blu-ray collection:67	Went for the blind buy. Had a $5 Target coupon burning a hole in my pocket that needed to be used by 12/24. They only had 4 BD copies left on the floor when I was there about an hour ago...

12-22-2009, 07:22 PM	#548
bestever23 Senior Member Member since:Dec 2009 Location:Arizona	It's a great movie, defiantly one of the best of the year blind buy for sure but since I spent 21 dollars last week for bastards and public enemies on blu ray with my coupons, i don't know if I should spent 15 for this then again when will it be for 15? 2 years from now....maybe

12-22-2009, 07:29 PM	#549
progers13 Blu-ray Baron Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Aug 2009 Location:Tampa, FL Home Theater Gallery:83 Blu-ray collection:337 Blu-ray reviews: 3 Trading Score:2	I say yes. Maybe because I blind bought it at lunch today. Call it a leap of faith. Every movie we watch is a blind viewing at some point. At least this way we have an item in hand that has monetary value we can recover if we don't like it (e.g. sell it).

12-22-2009, 07:42 PM	#551
Jack Wade Active Member Member since:Mar 2009 Blu-ray collection:64	Bought this today. PQ is great. AQ was fabulous; really worked out my sound system. It was great to revisit this movie. For my money, District 9 was the best film of 2009.

12-22-2009, 07:51 PM	#552
KingBing Blu-ray Guru Member since:Jul 2008 Location:Boston, MA PSN: KingBing Blu-ray collection:224 Blu-ray reviews:20	I'm blind buying this. I have heard nothing but good things from my friends about this movie

12-22-2009, 07:58 PM	#555
jasonsteele Junior Member Member since:Oct 2007 Blu-ray collection:44	mines not working either

12-22-2009, 07:59 PM	#556
retablo Banned Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Hollywood Blu-ray collection:1307 Trading Score:1	Love that this was shot all digitally on the Red One cameras. I've shot some movies with it and it's truly a remarkable camera. A director friend of mine hates digital, and says he can always tell when something was shot on digital vs. film. I can typically tell as well, but he was blown away when I told him this wasn't film.

12-22-2009, 08:01 PM	#558
JimShaw Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jul 2008 Location:Menifee, CA 4K collection:49 Blu-ray collection:1069 Trading Score:141	There seems to be a lot of positive AND negative views on District 9. It would be interesting to have a poll in regards to the ages of those who do like District 9 compared to the ages of those who don't.

12-22-2009, 08:19 PM	#560
ST2012 Active Member Member since:Dec 2008 Blu-ray collection:86 Trading Score:10	Just out of curiousity, the God of War 3 demo is the same one that came with the GoW collection correct?

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