The Criterion Collection

[G:Box]

Originally Posted by greekak229

oh, and i just ordered/blind-bought sunrise from the uk on blu. I've heard great things so i'm sure i'll love it when i receive it.

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[ShellOilJunior]

Originally Posted by keldons

Would the BBS box set be worth $56 for someone that has only seen (and really likes) The Last Picture Show? I don't have much money, but I feel like I could easily resell it if I really don't like the other films....

It's worth it. The only stinker in the set is DRIVE, HE SAID.

[BasicGreatGuy]

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Originally Posted by greekak229

I liked it too, and I agree, the animal killings were a bit hard to take in. I also just assumed, in the film, that the black guy was a man who was just really high off PCP, and was just running around killing animals because he was so high off his balls. It made the film funnier.

Oh, and I just ordered/blind-bought Sunrise from the UK on Blu. I've heard great things so I'm sure I'll love it when I receive it.

Walkabout is good. Sunrise is a wonderful movie.

[connelly13]

How is For All Mankind? And how do you think it would compare to In the Shadow of the Moon?

[jacobsever]

Back when the releases were announced, people were upset about Enter the Void not being chosen. Has there been any hints/suggestions for it?

I've never seen the film, but I did just see Irreversible last night. I enjoyed that film, so would I like Enter the Void?

[blkhrt]

Originally Posted by connelly13

How is For All Mankind? And how do you think it would compare to In the Shadow of the Moon?

I haven't seen In the Shadow of the Moon, but in my opinion For All Mankind is amazing. It is one of my favorite Criterion releases. Just a warning though, it is not like your typical documentary, so it might be a good idea to check it out before buying it.

[repete66211]

The BBS collection just dropped ($15.50) to $71.99. Not quite as low as it was just a bit ago ($69.99), but good news for those of us who received Amazon gift cards for Xmas.

[fdm]

Originally Posted by repete66211

The BBS collection just dropped ($15.50) to $71.99. Not quite as low as it was just a bit ago ($69.99), but good news for those of us who received Amazon gift cards for Xmas.

And it's still sitting at 50% off at B&N.com (that's $62.50). Throw in a non-member coupon (info courtesy of dvdtalk thread) to save even more:

To save an Extra 15% ONLINE, enter coupon code C3N8F7W at checkout. The 15% discount will be applied to the highest-priced item in your cart. Pre-orders are not eligible with this offer. This coupon is valid from December 7, 2010 to January 1, 2011 at 2:59 a.m. Eastern Time.

To save an Extra 15% ONLINE, enter coupon code W3T8W7V at checkout. The 15% discount will be applied to the highest-priced item in your cart. Pre-orders are not eligible with this offer. This coupon is valid from November 22, 2010 to January 8, 2011 at 2:59 a.m. Eastern Time.

Save 5% off your entire order ONLINE, enter code W9D3B7F at checkout. The 5% discount will be applied to all eligible items in your cart. Pre-orders are not eligible with this offer. This coupon is valid from December 1, 2010 to May 30, 2011 at 2:59 a.m. Eastern Time.

No guarantee they will work, but they should if you haven't used them already. Members should get free shipping as well, not sure what the situation would be for non-members.

[repete66211]

Originally Posted by fdm

And it's still sitting at 50% off at B&N.com (that's $62.50)...No guarantee they will work, but they should if you haven't used them already.

You are the man!

And yes the coupon did work. It came out to $57.70. Shipping is free. And my free 2 month membership lapses in a couple of days, so just in time too. Thanks fdm!

[rossbrew]

Just picked up Criterion's Gimme Shelter which was 40% off at cnl warehouse here in vancouver- also bought what seemed to be their last copy of CC's The Man who fell to earth...it was $42 plus 12% discount...they had two copies of Zodiac...bought one so if you live in the area you should grab the other ...it was only $27 plus there 's a sale discount....
Really looking forward to Sweet Smell of Success and the rumoured Carlos on CC....have a great year watching great flicks everyone!

[aggienader08]

Originally Posted by keldons

Would the BBS box set be worth $56 for someone that has only seen (and really likes) The Last Picture Show? I don't have much money, but I feel like I could easily resell it if I really don't like the other films....

I don't know about anyone else in this thread, but I find it hard to recommend someone blindbuy a set of 7 films of which they've only seen one. No matter how good the one film is. I agree with what one poster said above, that Drive, He Said is the only "stinker" in the set. However, no matter, it's still hard to tell someone to go and buy such a huge expensive set because they've only seen one film and liked it.

I'm sure you could Netflix Easy Rider or The King of Marvin Gardens and that may help you decide.

[Sukuri]

Just watched Mystery Train. Did anyone else get a subtle Pulp Fiction vibe from that movie?

[repete66211]

Originally Posted by Sukuri

Just watched Mystery Train. Did anyone else get a subtle Pulp Fiction vibe from that movie?

Interesting. I didn't personally, at least not in terms of pace. Jarmusch is almost comatose and relaxing compared to Tarantino's mania. They do both have overlapping episodes and ensemble casts though, so I can see where you might find a similarity.

[ChadFL]

Originally Posted by Joe Dalek

A few things I've learned in my brief time here:
1. People love to blind-buy. The whole notion of jumping in and making a discovery, thrill of the hunt, etc.
2. Re: Netflix, see #1. People would rather blind-buy than rent.
3. Criterion makes very pretty things and when lots of people get hyped about something, it makes it hard to resist not getting caught up in it and buying it just to feel a part of the community. (And usually, you can count on Criterion's taste anyway.)

Well #1 definately applies to me. But I also watch a ton of movies on Netflix, especially the Criterion distributed films available. In my view Criterion is a trustworthy "brand." From past experience I've been at the very least satisfied with all but a couple of the dozens of Criterion Blu-Rays that I bought blind. They are really the only distributor that I feel completely comfortable blind buying films from.

[Trekkie313]

The video dissecting Bigger Than Life is really stretching its credibility...the guy is claiming there is "homosexual overtones" from Walter Mathau? WTF.

[repete66211]

Originally Posted by aggienader08

I don't know about anyone else in this thread, but I find it hard to recommend someone blindbuy a set of 7 films of which they've only seen one. No matter how good the one film is. I agree with what one poster said above, that Drive, He Said is the only "stinker" in the set. However, no matter, it's still hard to tell someone to go and buy such a huge expensive set because they've only seen one film and liked it.

I'm sure you could Netflix Easy Rider or The King of Marvin Gardens and that may help you decide.

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I've only seen four of the movies. I dislike Five Easy Pieces, think Head is a waste of time (in today's context) and have seen Easy Rider enough times to last my lifetime. Still, The Last Picture Show is one of my favorite movies (see signature) so given that we may not see these released individually by Criterion and the fact that Criterion Blu-rays go out of print sometimes I had to make the purchase. And I'm a cheapskate.

[Marcus Wright]

Originally Posted by ChadFL

Well #1 definately applies to me. But I also watch a ton of movies on Netflix, especially the Criterion distributed films available. In my view Criterion is a trustworthy "brand." From past experience I've been at the very least satisfied with all but a couple of the dozens of Criterion Blu-Rays that I bought blind. They are really the only distributor that I feel completely comfortable blind buying films from.

I think Criteroion is better than most other distributors because they are not the studio to make the movie.
they have a choice in what movies to distribute, and thus, understandingly, they dont want to release craps to preserve their reputation.
It is natural and anyone would do that. We shouldnt associate it with some "speciality" associated with Criterion only.

[SpiderBaby]

Originally Posted by Trekkie313

The video dissecting Bigger Than Life is really stretching its credibility...the guy is claiming there is "homosexual overtones" from Walter Mathau? WTF.

I guess you haven't seen many Ray films?

[keldons]

Originally Posted by aggienader08

I don't know about anyone else in this thread, but I find it hard to recommend someone blindbuy a set of 7 films of which they've only seen one. No matter how good the one film is. I agree with what one poster said above, that Drive, He Said is the only "stinker" in the set. However, no matter, it's still hard to tell someone to go and buy such a huge expensive set because they've only seen one film and liked it.

I'm sure you could Netflix Easy Rider or The King of Marvin Gardens and that may help you decide.

Too late.
I normally wouldn't blind buy a set like this, but I really enjoy the Last Picture Show, and if some of these films share a similar aesthetic then I find it hard to believe that I wouldn't enjoy any of them. Couple that with that fact that I could easily resell this set used for a profit if I really don't find it worth keeping.

Those things worked in my favor, so I bit. 7 films (that aren't Syfy originals) and a nice big booklet sold for $56 shipped is a good deal.

[keldons]

Originally Posted by blkhrt

I haven't seen In the Shadow of the Moon, but in my opinion For All Mankind is amazing. It is one of my favorite Criterion releases. Just a warning though, it is not like your typical documentary, so it might be a good idea to check it out before buying it.

For all Mankind is essential if you have any interest in the subject matter.