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BohemianGraham · 09-18-2012, 12:38 AM

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Originally Posted by IronWaffle

That would be fantastic. I remember renting both that and Eating Raoul (coming to CC!) from my local video store had them side-by-side in the cult section of my locally-owned video store (on VHS, of course). I was too young (13?) to have a clue what either was but thought the titles were funnier than fart jokes. I was amused by Elephant Parts and have blocked my traumatized memory of Raoul.

I don't think Nez would budge though, since he does so well with VideoRanch.

I really do want to see Night of the Strangler in some capacity. Also, Micky was in a film called Linda Lovelace for President.

I have a little Disney film coming called The Bluegrass Special (buying Disney films gets you free swag kids) where Davy plays an ******* jockey. I readily admit I picked it out because I had enough points for it and because Davy's in it.

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Originally Posted by Wally Q

You're fine! I was only offended minimally by the Nolan/Fincher remark hehe.

Gotcha, I'll issue a false apology for that remark then, as I honestly can't find much good out of either director. They have largely underwhelmed me.

BohemianGraham · 09-18-2012, 12:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Abdrewes

Don't lump Fincher and Nolan together

Anyways I'm getting all of them
Qatsi Trilogy: I'm enthusiastic about this have only seen Koyaanisqatsi and loved it
Brazil: love this film and haven't bought the Universal BD.
Purple Noon: seems like a safe Blind Buy
Following I pretty much like everything Nolan, with MUCH reservation, of course. So this seems like a decent Blind buy.

Why not? I don't enjoy either of them, and I usually lump stuff I don't like together. Are you horrified that I lump them in with Norbit, Tyler Perry, and Lou Bega?

blurayn8 · 09-18-2012, 12:42 AM

Quick update: I still have a few blu-rays left if someone wants to grab them.

$12 each ($10 if you buy 5 or more)
Beauty and the Beast
Days of Heaven
Thin Red Line
Kagemusha
Rushmore
Bottle Rocket
Royal Tenenbaums

$20 each:
The Leopard
Night of the Hunter

Shipping depends on weight, but starts @$5
PM if interested. I do Paypal. Thanks to everyone who already purchased, I'm glad I know they are going to people who will appreciate them!

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Originally Posted by blurayn8

Hey I just thought I would post that I am selling my Criterion Blurays. I just don't have time to enjoy them like I used to...sad, but true. I am willing to ship to anybody who wants to buy 5 or more...$10 each, plus a few dollars shipping. We can discuss pricing on some of the nicer sets. It pains me to do this, but I know they'll go to a good home here and that you guys will know how great a deal this is. All the blu-rays are in the original packaging and in like new condition. I can do paypal. Send me a PM if your interested. First come first serve. Here's the list:

The Darjeeliing Limited (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]
The Red Shoes (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]
Walkabout (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]
The Wages of Fear (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]
Beauty and the Beast (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]
12 Angry Men (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]
8 1/2 (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]
Black Narcissus (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]
Black Orpheus (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]
Bottle Rocket (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]
Charade (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]
Days of Heaven (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]
Diabolique (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]
Harakiri (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]
Harold and Maude (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]
Howards End (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]
Kagemusha: The (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]
Kes (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]
The Killing (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]
The Lady Vanishes (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]
Paths of Glory (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]
The Royal Tenenbaums (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]
The Rules of the Game (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]
Rushmore (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]
Solaris (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]
The Thin Red Line (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]

Contact for prices of these special sets:

Breathless (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]
The 400 Blows (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]
Sweet Smell of Success (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]
The Leopard (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]
The Night of the Hunter (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]
David Lean Directs Noel Coward (In Which We Serve, This Happy Breed, Blithe Spirit, Brief Encounter) (Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]
Seven Samurai (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]

Rizor · 09-18-2012, 12:42 AM

Definitely in for Brazil. Sold my DVD set over the weekend under the hopes the rumors were true.

Haven't seen the other films announced. Interested in the Qatsi trilogy, but don't know if I really care for these types of experimental movies.

Purple Noon has me interested as well. Curiously, Criterion is rumored to have the rights to Wim Wenders' The American Friend, an adaptation of another "Ripliad" novel.

Haven't seen Following, but it'd be cool to see Nolan's first film.

Abdrewes · 09-18-2012, 12:45 AM

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Originally Posted by octagon

Classic Movie Line #5 - YouTube

I guess where I take offense is that Fincher could never direct something as sloppy as the Dark Knight Rises and other Nolan Films. Fincher knows how to utilize the Montage and Nolan is no better than Bay in this regard, I mean does Nolan know how time and space function?

Abdrewes · 09-18-2012, 12:53 AM

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Originally Posted by BohemianGraham

Why not? I don't enjoy either of them, and I usually lump stuff I don't like together. Are you horrified that I lump them in with Norbit, Tyler Perry, and Lou Bega?

So forget about the aforementioned auteurs, you just don't appreciate any rapid fire editing ala Bay, Tony Scott, or even Michael Mann? Do you prefer your action unbroken, clear and fluid like say.... Guillermo Del Toro?

starman15317 · 09-18-2012, 12:56 AM

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Originally Posted by P@t_Mtl

Yeah, Yeah! I know I am bad!

I just think that we will always have these posts, people hoping for "their favorites" to be included in Criterion releases even if in most cases the need for a Criterion release is just not needed. It's always going to happen, it's almost normal that is will happen

Oh, I agree with you. The lists can get ridiculous. When it comes to smaller foreign or indie films, not many people are willing to release them but Criterion is so I can understand being frustrated at seeing bigger titles like Anderson and Fincher titles being released when the smaller films aren't. They do have to balance them out though. I recently looked up all of Criterion's releases from the LaserDisc era, and when looking at the company today, it's weird to know that they released big classics like Casablanca, Citizen Kane, King Kong, etc. and films like Robocop and Armageddon (seriously, what were they thinking there?). I do agree that there are some films that are currently in the collection that could have been well off being released by their studio (Benjamin Button).

dsman71 · 09-18-2012, 12:57 AM

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Originally Posted by EddieLarkin

fixed

I dont think so , but youre entitled to your opinion

SlickDamian · 09-18-2012, 01:04 AM

Wow, December is the best month that I can remember in a long time. Brazil, The Qatsi Trilogy, and Following all look like must-haves to me. And Purple Moon looks sick too. Nice job Criterion!

ShellOilJunior · 09-18-2012, 01:24 AM

Criterion Collection 2012 - Stats

Note:
1 Spine = 1 Film
1 Spine w/ 2 or 3 different Years = Credit for those decades (e.g. Gold Rush). Only exception is Hollis Frampton (too many years to note) which gets credit for 1960's and 1970's.

Directors with multiple Blu-ray Releases
4
Lean
3
Soderbergh
Inagaki
Pasolini
2
Bergman
Stillman
Dardene Brothers
Carne

Charts

Scottie · 09-18-2012, 01:43 AM

Do you guys mind helping me with my list of films I am interested in?

I'm interested in The Criterion Collection, specifically the following films. I would really appreciate it if you guys could give me some insight into how these films are, provide me with a list of films I should get before others, and anything else you guys could recommend.

* = I definitely want

Future Releases:

[Show spoiler]

Blu-Rays:

[Show spoiler]

DVDs:

[Show spoiler]

My Collection:

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Abdrewes · 09-18-2012, 01:44 AM

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Originally Posted by ShellOilJunior

Criterion Collection 2012 - Stats

Note:
1 Spine = 1 Film
1 Spine w/ 2=3 different Years = Credit for both decades (e.g. Gold Rush). Only exception is Hollis Frampton (too many years to note) which gets credit for 1960's and 1970's.

Directors with multiple Blu-ray Releases
4
Lean
3
Soderbergh
Inagaki
Pasolini
2
Bergman
Stillman
Dardene Brothers
Carne

Charts

Wow is this the most American, English and new year CC has ever had?

Abdrewes · 09-18-2012, 01:48 AM

Hey iScotty, write a list of favorite films and the types of films you're drawn to and I'd be glad to give you some solid recommendations, I've seen and own just about all the collection.

EddieLarkin · 09-18-2012, 01:59 AM

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Originally Posted by dsman71

I dont think so , but youre entitled to your opinion

C'mon, the film has already had a re-issue on Blu-ray with a brand spanking new transfer, and it has plenty of quality supplements. Other than the "allure" of it being part of the Collection, what could Criterion possibly add? Even if they did throw in some exclusive supplements, no one would double dip on it at Criterion prices!

Scottie · 09-18-2012, 02:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Abdrewes

Hey iScotty, write a list of favorite films and the types of films you're drawn to and I'd be glad to give you some solid recommendations, I've seen and own just about all the collection.

To be quite honest, I like anything. However, I prefer American films that aren't too old, because I like seeing films with known actors and not reading subtitles / seeing terrible quality. With that being said, I do not mind watching foreign Criterions at all or films way before my time. Films dealing with Action, Crime, and Psychological Thrillers (i.e. David Lynch) are my favorite. I really enjoy films that make me think after the film. Don't get me wrong, I love films in general, but I like going beyond the film and seeing what more there is to it. Some of my favorite films, in general, are American Beauty, Collateral, Dawn Of The Dead (2004 Remake), Desperado, Inglourious Basterds, Leon The Professional, The Machinist, The Matrix, Mulholland Drive, The Shawshank Redemption, Traffic, True Romance, Vanilla Sky, and Waitress.

I think some of the films that sound the best are 8 1/2, Belle De Jour, Black Moon, Brazil, Cul-de-sac, Do The Right Thing, Down By Law, Following, Gomorrah, Hunger, Ice Storm, M, My Own Private Idaho, Night Of The Hunter, Rashomon (November), Salo (I own it but I've yet to see it), Seventh Seal, Solaris, Unbearable Lightness Of Being, and Videodrome.

I own RoboCop, Silence Of The Lambs, and Straw Dogs already in Blu-Ray and DVD but I want these Criterions lol

AgentOrange · 09-18-2012, 02:12 AM

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Originally Posted by SlickDamian

Wow, December is the best month that I can remember in a long time. Brazil, The Qatsi Trilogy, and Following all look like must-haves to me. And Purple Moon looks sick too. Nice job Criterion!

You only have to go back one month for a FAR superior month.

I'm happy to see Brazil, and Purple Noon I will be looking forward to checking out. Not too keen on the other two.

My only comment after seeing these 4 releases - where is On the Waterfront? Still waiting for that one.

ShellOilJunior · 09-18-2012, 02:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Abdrewes

Wow is this the most American, English and new year CC has ever had?

It seems like it. I can see why some people want to see more releases from other countries. Criterion has their usual zones more than covered for 2012.

Darkcritic · 09-18-2012, 02:21 AM

Those graphics show the problem I got with Criterion this year. Variety was on the floor all over the year. Now that they cleaned pretty much all the "requested" stuff I hope 2013 will bring something fresh and new to the table. Also, I found it funny the way they worded the Delon thing, I know he was very handsome but Criterion's way with words is quite amusing

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Hawkguy · 09-18-2012, 02:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Darkcritic

Those graphics show the problem I got with Criterion this year. Variety was on the floor all over the year. Now that they cleaned pretty much all the "requested" stuff I hope 2013 will bring something fresh and new to the table. Also, I found it funny the way they worded the Delon thing, I know he was very handsome but Criterion's way with words is quite amusing

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I'd agree--it's disappointing to see those now, mainly the releases-by-country, even though it's expected.

...And I definitely found Criterion's words there amusing as well.

dsman71 · 09-18-2012, 02:42 AM

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Originally Posted by EddieLarkin

C'mon, the film has already had a re-issue on Blu-ray with a brand spanking new transfer, and it has plenty of quality supplements. Other than the "allure" of it being part of the Collection, what could Criterion possibly add? Even if they did throw in some exclusive supplements, no one would double dip on it at Criterion prices!

So ? I was just throwing out there, I wasnt being overly serious, but that's my favorite Nolan film not named Batman. I could have said The Prestige as well. You never know what Criterion can do and how do you know no one would *double dip* on it
Buyers double dip all the time. And others would wait for the infamous Barnes and Noble 50% off deal.

If I had to pick a Nolan movie for Criterion it would be Memento, if its David Lynch Id want Mulholland Drive , if its Woody Allen , Id watch Match Point. Just preferences really

09-18-2012, 01:24 AM	#53850
ShellOilJunior Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Mar 2009 Location:USA Blu-ray reviews:3 Trading Score:10	Criterion Collection 2012 - Stats Note: 1 Spine = 1 Film 1 Spine w/ 2 or 3 different Years = Credit for those decades (e.g. Gold Rush). Only exception is Hollis Frampton (too many years to note) which gets credit for 1960's and 1970's. Directors with multiple Blu-ray Releases 4 Lean 3 Soderbergh Inagaki Pasolini 2 Bergman Stillman Dardene Brothers Carne Charts Last edited by ShellOilJunior; 09-18-2012 at 02:11 AM.

09-18-2012, 01:43 AM	#53851
Scottie Moderator Top contributor Member since:Oct 2010 Location:Rhode Island Trading Score:647	Do you guys mind helping me with my list of films I am interested in? I'm interested in The Criterion Collection, specifically the following films. I would really appreciate it if you guys could give me some insight into how these films are, provide me with a list of films I should get before others, and anything else you guys could recommend. * = I definitely want Future Releases: [Show spoiler] Blu-Rays: [Show spoiler] DVDs: [Show spoiler] My Collection: [Show spoiler] Last edited by Scottie; 09-18-2012 at 01:45 AM.

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09-18-2012, 12:42 AM	#53844
Rizor Blu-ray Ninja Top contributor Member since:Jun 2008 Location:NJ, USA 4K collection:1602 Blu-ray collection:6185 DVD collection:192 MA collection:73 Digital collection:51 iTunes collection:29 Prime collection:7 Blu-ray reviews: 32 Trading Score:159	Definitely in for Brazil. Sold my DVD set over the weekend under the hopes the rumors were true. Haven't seen the other films announced. Interested in the Qatsi trilogy, but don't know if I really care for these types of experimental movies. Purple Noon has me interested as well. Curiously, Criterion is rumored to have the rights to Wim Wenders' The American Friend, an adaptation of another "Ripliad" novel. Haven't seen Following, but it'd be cool to see Nolan's first film.

09-18-2012, 01:04 AM	#53849
SlickDamian Expert Member Member since:Sep 2010 Location:Canada 4K collection:4 Blu-ray collection:642 DVD collection:160	Wow, December is the best month that I can remember in a long time. Brazil, The Qatsi Trilogy, and Following all look like must-haves to me. And Purple Moon looks sick too. Nice job Criterion!

09-18-2012, 01:48 AM	#53853
Abdrewes Blu-ray Prince Top contributor Member since:May 2011 Location:Texas 4K collection:767 Blu-ray collection:9831 DVD collection:523 Digital collection:1 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:362	Hey iScotty, write a list of favorite films and the types of films you're drawn to and I'd be glad to give you some solid recommendations, I've seen and own just about all the collection.

09-18-2012, 02:21 AM	#53858
Darkcritic Expert Member Top contributor Member since:Oct 2010 Blu-ray collection:213	Those graphics show the problem I got with Criterion this year. Variety was on the floor all over the year. Now that they cleaned pretty much all the "requested" stuff I hope 2013 will bring something fresh and new to the table. Also, I found it funny the way they worded the Delon thing, I know he was very handsome but Criterion's way with words is quite amusing .

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