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rkish · 06-16-2010, 12:01 AM

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Originally Posted by CassavetesGodard

True, I'm just glad about the releases. Now if only we can get the crappy Oct announcements out of the way and focus on the big NOV-DEC announcements (Chaplin, New Hollywood, yes and Seven Samurai).

HEY! Stop rubbing Chaplin in my face!

I wonder if they'll be done as singles or as a boxset. My heart says boxset...my wallet says HELP!!!!!!!!!

rkish · 06-16-2010, 12:14 AM

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Originally Posted by kndy

Haven't bought an all-region Blu-ray player but the all-region Phillips (the ones that play divx) are sold at Target for $39 and you can easily play imports on that player.

I'm looking at getting a region free player at some point...

Do you know the model(s) of Phillips BD players that are "all region" and do all Targets carry them? (I live in New York State).

rkish · 06-16-2010, 12:18 AM

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Originally Posted by CassavetesGodard

Only $39 and can play all MoCs? Thanks alot. I might buy that soon. I just need a dvd one anyway. The MoC blus that I want (Murnau films and Godard) can play on any U.S. blu players right? If so, I just need a region free dvd player for the dvds I want. Thanks alot.

Yes CG...both Sunrise and City Girl are region free...

PLEASE let me know if you find that Phillips player and which model...lots of Targets by me!

jcs913 · 06-16-2010, 12:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rkish

I'm looking at getting a region free player at some point...

Do you know the model(s) of Phillips BD players that are "all region" and do all Targets carry them? (I live in New York State).

the player kndy is referring to in that quote is a dvd player. The only all-region BD players,through a mod or remote code that I know of is the LG BH200, OPPO and Momitsu.

Disky76 · 06-16-2010, 12:21 AM

As always, The Digital Bits delivers the latest news.

http://www.thedigitalbits.com/#mytwocents

Moviefan1203 · 06-16-2010, 12:29 AM

I'm really glad to see The Thin Red Line and Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence get Blu-ray releases. I'm really eager to see what the artwork will look like on The Thin Red Line. Hopefully they let us see it in the next couple days.

SpiderBaby · 06-16-2010, 12:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rkish

HEY! Stop rubbing Chaplin in my face!

I wonder if they'll be done as singles or as a boxset. My heart says boxset...my wallet says HELP!!!!!!!!!

I think Criterion will release 1-2 stand alone Chaplin blus this year just to get it started. Then maybe lesser known titles in some boxset. Milk it.

ccfixx · 06-16-2010, 12:35 AM

For those that find the process of creating Criterion artwork fascinating (such as myself), here is Sam Smith's blog on creating the artwork for the release of "Everlasting Moments." It was his first time designing for Criterion. I love reading about this stuff.

Also, check out Eric Skillman's site for those that like this stuff. He designed the recent "Stagecoach" artwork and "Berlin Alexanderplatz."

CC

jk1138 · 06-16-2010, 12:46 AM

Ok, now I am excited!

Knapsack · 06-16-2010, 12:48 AM

I will probably pick up all four of these BDs.

For those of you wondering about region free DVD players, the cream of the crop (as far as I know) is the Oppo DV-980H. It can be made region free by inputting a simple code via the remote, and it's upscaling is supposed to be among the best (often rated higher than that of the PS3). I own the Oppo myself, and while it's a bit more expensive than that Philips player from Target, I figure it's worth it. I mean, if I'm going to spend a load of cash to import the best DVD editions I can find rather than go cheap and get the Kinos... well, then why would I play them on a less-than-stellar DVD player?

Definitely get the MoC Mabuse box! If you're holding your breath for a Criterion version, good luck. MoC has an enormously higher percentage of silents in their collection versus Criterion. If anyone in the US puts out a similar release, it'll probably be Kino--and unless they were to release a Blu-ray version (probably not likely), MoC's version will most certainly be superior. Plus, the MoC version is awesome! Look at the artwork, for crying out loud! And the films feature commentaries by David Kalat! It's a no-brainer for you Fritz Lang fans.

rkish · 06-16-2010, 01:13 AM

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Originally Posted by CassavetesGodard

Nice. I'm waiting for a B&N sale next month (hopefully) for the releases of this month, though I pre-ordered Red Desert because I want it ASAP.

I hope that newsletter comes no later than tomorrow.

I got Mystery Train from Amazon today as well...

I hear ya CG...I really want to get "Night Train to Munich" but am trying to wait for the B & N sale as well.

BasicGreatGuy · 06-16-2010, 01:28 AM

For those interested in reviews, "The Leopard" got 5/5 on PQ and AQ.

https://www.blu-ray.com/movies/The-L.../10495/#Review

rkish · 06-16-2010, 01:32 AM

I'm posting this here in case it's missed on the MoC forum...

For those that own "Sunrise", would you suggest watching the Movietone version first or the Czech version first?

ccfixx · 06-16-2010, 01:34 AM

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Originally Posted by rkish

I'm posting this here in case it's missed on the MoC forum...

For those that own "Sunrise", would you suggest watching the Movietone version first or the Czech version first?

Definitely Movietone version. The Czech version is an added bonus like the English-language version of "M."

CC

BasicGreatGuy · 06-16-2010, 01:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rkish

I'm posting this here in case it's missed on the MoC forum...

For those that own "Sunrise", would you suggest watching the Movietone version first or the Czech version first?

Movietone.

Volume11 · 06-16-2010, 01:53 AM

I wont lie...I'm a bit let down that waterworld didn't make the cut.

Kevtronn · 06-16-2010, 01:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ccfixx

For those that find the process of creating Criterion artwork fascinating (such as myself), here is Sam Smith's blog on creating the artwork for the release of "Everlasting Moments." It was his first time designing for Criterion. I love reading about this stuff.

Also, check out Eric Skillman's site for those that like this stuff. He designed the recent "Stagecoach" artwork and "Berlin Alexanderplatz."

CC

I loved reading about the artwork process, thanks for the links!

Romulus · 06-16-2010, 02:02 AM

I just noticed that on the upcoming release of Everlasting Moments there is an essay written by Armond White. I was quite shocked when I saw his name, considering the controversial reviews he puts out. Anyone know when the essay was written? Apparently he used to be a pretty good reviewer back in the day.

EDIT: Sorry for some reason I thought Everlasting Moments came out a long time ago. Completely forgot it came out in 2008.

SpiderBaby · 06-16-2010, 02:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BasicGreatGuy

For those interested in reviews, "The Leopard" got 5/5 on PQ and AQ.

https://www.blu-ray.com/movies/The-L.../10495/#Review

Looks good.

42041 · 06-16-2010, 02:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Romulus

I just noticed that on the upcoming release of Everlasting Moments there is an essay written by Armond White. I was quite shocked when I saw his name, considering the controversial reviews he puts out. Anyone know when the essay was written? Apparently he used to be a pretty good reviewer back in the day.

EDIT: Sorry for some reason I thought Everlasting Moments came out a long time ago. Completely forgot it came out in 2008.

I wouldn't say he's a "bad" critic. He's certainly not stupid, just likes to rile people up I think.

06-16-2010, 12:21 AM	#11105
Disky76 Active Member Member since:Nov 2008 Location:FL Home Theater Gallery:20 Blu-ray collection:61 Blu-ray reviews:6	Criterion Collection - The Thin Red Line 9/28 As always, The Digital Bits delivers the latest news. http://www.thedigitalbits.com/#mytwocents

06-16-2010, 12:35 AM	#11108
ccfixx Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Rhode Island Blu-ray collection:97 DVD collection:1 Blu-ray reviews:3 Trading Score:19	For those that find the process of creating Criterion artwork fascinating (such as myself), here is Sam Smith's blog on creating the artwork for the release of "Everlasting Moments." It was his first time designing for Criterion. I love reading about this stuff. Also, check out Eric Skillman's site for those that like this stuff. He designed the recent "Stagecoach" artwork and "Berlin Alexanderplatz." CC Last edited by ccfixx; 06-16-2010 at 12:39 AM.

06-16-2010, 02:02 AM	#11118
Romulus Special Member Member since:Mar 2008 4K collection:4 Blu-ray collection:158 Blu-ray reviews:2	I just noticed that on the upcoming release of Everlasting Moments there is an essay written by Armond White. I was quite shocked when I saw his name, considering the controversial reviews he puts out. Anyone know when the essay was written? Apparently he used to be a pretty good reviewer back in the day. EDIT: Sorry for some reason I thought Everlasting Moments came out a long time ago. Completely forgot it came out in 2008. Last edited by Romulus; 06-16-2010 at 02:09 AM.

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06-16-2010, 12:29 AM	#11106
Moviefan1203 Blu-ray Prince Top contributor Member since:Oct 2008 Location:Pennsylvania, USA Blu-ray reviews: 6 Trading Score:45	I'm really glad to see The Thin Red Line and Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence get Blu-ray releases. I'm really eager to see what the artwork will look like on The Thin Red Line. Hopefully they let us see it in the next couple days.

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06-16-2010, 12:48 AM	#11110
Knapsack Member Member since:Jul 2009 Location:Seattle, WA 4K collection:8 Blu-ray collection:541 DVD collection:204	I will probably pick up all four of these BDs. For those of you wondering about region free DVD players, the cream of the crop (as far as I know) is the Oppo DV-980H. It can be made region free by inputting a simple code via the remote, and it's upscaling is supposed to be among the best (often rated higher than that of the PS3). I own the Oppo myself, and while it's a bit more expensive than that Philips player from Target, I figure it's worth it. I mean, if I'm going to spend a load of cash to import the best DVD editions I can find rather than go cheap and get the Kinos... well, then why would I play them on a less-than-stellar DVD player? Definitely get the MoC Mabuse box! If you're holding your breath for a Criterion version, good luck. MoC has an enormously higher percentage of silents in their collection versus Criterion. If anyone in the US puts out a similar release, it'll probably be Kino--and unless they were to release a Blu-ray version (probably not likely), MoC's version will most certainly be superior. Plus, the MoC version is awesome! Look at the artwork, for crying out loud! And the films feature commentaries by David Kalat! It's a no-brainer for you Fritz Lang fans.

06-16-2010, 01:28 AM	#11112
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06-16-2010, 01:32 AM	#11113
rkish Blu-ray Samurai Member since:May 2008 Location:Dutchess County New York Blu-ray collection:581 DVD collection:57 Blu-ray reviews:1	I'm posting this here in case it's missed on the MoC forum... For those that own "Sunrise", would you suggest watching the Movietone version first or the Czech version first?

06-16-2010, 01:53 AM	#11116
Volume11 Expert Member Member since:Nov 2008 Blu-ray collection:117	I wont lie...I'm a bit let down that waterworld didn't make the cut.

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