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RiFiFi1955 · 03-04-2013, 02:36 AM

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Originally Posted by drbikeshorts

including one of my all-time favourites, Miller's Crossing.

I haven't upgraded Miller's Crossing to Blu yet? How is the Blu-Ray? Big difference over the DVD?

Hawkguy · 03-04-2013, 02:38 AM

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Originally Posted by iScottie

Because there's probably another film out there similar to On The Waterfront but with an uglier woman in the lead.

We're all so shallow and we judge films based off the lead actress's hotness

I see what you did there.

I've definitely seen films just because they star a certain actor, and I see nothing wrong in that.

ElliesDad · 03-04-2013, 02:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Abdrewes

Lighten up for the love of Pete! It was a small humorous jibe relating to the previous exchanges!

And no, I'm not making any political hetero-or-homo sexual insinuation in my use of the phrase 'for the love of Pete'.

Abdrewes · 03-04-2013, 04:08 AM

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Originally Posted by ElliesDad

Lighten up for the love of Pete! It was a small humorous jibe relating to the previous exchanges!

And no, I'm not making any political hetero-or-homo sexual insinuation in my use of the phrase 'for the love of Pete'.

I know. That's why I used an emoticon

jrsl76 · 03-04-2013, 04:16 AM

Re: Someone watching a film due to an attractive actor or actress. This sort of thing doesn't really bother me.

Who cares why someone watches a film. They may go into it for the wrong reasons, but once they are there, it might allow them to appreciate something they might not have given a chance otherwise.

I mean, I love their movies, but I'd be lying if I said that part of the appeal in watching a Louise Brooks or a Christina Lindberg film (or truthfully, a Selena Gomez movie, which for me might actually be the closest I get to watching a movie purely for the attractive actress) wasn't the fact that I find them very attractive.

You know, just my 2 cents.

madmojo · 03-04-2013, 04:58 AM

I see that Tess is getting a blu-ray release via BFI with 4k restoration. I hope that Criterion can do a release here in the US. It's one of the few Polanski movies I've yet to see. I'd also really like his version of Macbeth to be made available.

ElliesDad · 03-04-2013, 05:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Abdrewes

I know. That's why I used an emoticon

Ok, I see how that works...

And we wonder why there's misunderstanding between nations...

Scottie · 03-04-2013, 05:03 AM

I just finished Shock Corridor.

Eh, it was an alright film. I definitely prefer The Naked Kiss to it, but it was still an interesting watch.

What I did like about the film was the use of internal narration to keep the story going for a good chunk of the film. I think the best part of it was the message - greed and desire can ultimately cost a person their life.

Abdrewes · 03-04-2013, 05:10 AM

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Originally Posted by ElliesDad

Ok, I see how that works...

And we wonder why there's misunderstanding between nations...

Tone and intent are hard to communicate via text.

Speaking of pervy flicks and leering after beautiful gals: Brian DePalma's Femme Fatale released by Criterion. God damn, only Michael Bay can crank out worse performances from his actresses.

Abdrewes · 03-04-2013, 05:15 AM

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Originally Posted by iScottie

I just finished Shock Corridor.

Eh, it was an alright film. I definitely prefer The Naked Kiss to it, but it was still an interesting watch.

What I did like about the film was the use of internal narration to keep the story going for a good chunk of the film. I think the best part of it was the message - greed and desire can ultimately cost a person their life.

More than alright. It's a scathing satire on the institutionalization of America. A daring film that was way ahead of its time. You know, its Crazy to think To Kill a Mockingbird only came out a couple years prior.

tenia · 03-04-2013, 05:47 AM

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Originally Posted by iScottie

I just finished Shock Corridor.

Eh, it was an alright film. I definitely prefer The Naked Kiss to it, but it was still an interesting watch.

Same here. Probably because I found The Naked Kiss much more unpredictable and subtle.

tenia · 03-04-2013, 05:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Roninblues

For those who missed it, these are iScottie viewpoints and they aren't saying that you have to have the same experience or viewpoint. You come on a forum and ask strangers which movies you should buy which one you should watch first with no parameters other than looking for group approval. iScottie has done reviews of films expressing personal thoughts and feelings. If you really have an opposing viewpoint, be specific. If it is just a difference of taste, why would you care? Do you need a group hug?

End of rant.

That's why it's interesting to ask why.

For exemple, I haven't liked a lot The 39 steps because I found it, in fact, overlong and without a plot thick enough to keep my attention. On the other end, I found TMWKTM much better, much more paced, and simply more fun.

Same goes for most of the films iScottie has only liked or even disliked. It is surprising, but sometimes, if the movies don't ring any of your bell...

Koyaanisqatsi and The Tree of Life make me litterally cry, for instance, but I guess not everyone will be as moved by them as I am.

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Originally Posted by retablo

Everyone is obviously entitled to his or her opinion, and I don't want to dispute that. However, it almost seems like, with a few of the movies, your preconceived expectations led you to not like a few of the films as much as you could have, had you gone in without the preconceived ideas of what you thought it should be.

I've been stuck like this on some movies, like The Orphanage for exemple. I watched it a 2nd time once I knew what to watch in it. It was much better once you dontt wait for something that never comes.

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Originally Posted by iScottie

A film like 8 1/2, for example, isn't beautiful in my opinion because it doesn't live up to my preconceived notions of beauty.

I found most of the film beautiful in the way it treats memories and dreams. Guido's opening dream, but also the one with its parents, have been extremely moving to me.

FilmCafe · 03-04-2013, 06:32 AM

I just received my copy of M from the Criterion website and noticed that the top part of the case is cracked, would I be able to get a replace for free or will it cost me?

octagon · 03-04-2013, 06:44 AM

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Originally Posted by FilmCafe

I just received my copy of M from the Criterion website and noticed that the top part of the case is cracked, would I be able to get a replace for free or will it cost me?

I got a damaged case from them and they sent out a replacement at no charge.

DarkRyder · 03-04-2013, 07:31 AM

Holy shit, when did the new Fassbinder films get added to Hulu?

Hawkguy · 03-04-2013, 07:35 AM

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Originally Posted by DarkRyder

Holy shit, when did the new Fassbinder films get added to Hulu?

There were plenty when I was on there during their mid-February free week, so I guess at least a few weeks

RandyK · 03-04-2013, 04:47 PM

So the order that I placed in the last sale was scheduled to arrive Saturday. It showed out for delivery and never showed up. I looked on there again and it shows it was "forwarded." Now, yesterday, it went through Indianapolis and Cincinnati and so I think it's heading back to Criterion. I don't know why.

Everything was right on my order confirmation page and I haven't changed addresses.

I shot Criterion an email and haven't heard back yet. I will probably have to go to the post office and ask them about it. Anyone ever had this happen? (Not just from Criterion but other places.)

Scottie · 03-04-2013, 05:11 PM

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Originally Posted by James78

All Concorde Video releases (Germany) have been confirmed as region-free by the company in an email to MifuneFan, so the following discs may be of interest to some members: The John Cassavetes Collection, The Dreamers, On the Road, Tess and Lifeboat.

Thanks!

oildude · 03-04-2013, 05:18 PM

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Originally Posted by iScottie

I just finished Shock Corridor.

Eh, it was an alright film. I definitely prefer The Naked Kiss to it, but it was still an interesting watch.

What I did like about the film was the use of internal narration to keep the story going for a good chunk of the film. I think the best part of it was the message - greed and desire can ultimately cost a person their life.

Nymphos!!!

Best. Movie. Line. Ever.

God, i love Fuller.

ccg1978 · 03-04-2013, 05:26 PM

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Originally Posted by James78

All Concorde Video releases (Germany) have been confirmed as region-free by the company in an email to MifuneFan, so the following discs may be of interest to some members: The John Cassavetes Collection, The Dreamers, On the Road, Tess and Lifeboat.

Can you get Lifeboat anywhere else on Blu? If not I'll grab the German release!

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03-04-2013, 04:16 AM	#63985
jrsl76 Blu-ray Samurai Top contributor Member since:Nov 2010 Location:Glendale, CA 4K collection:316 Blu-ray collection:3240 DVD collection:637 Trading Score:66	Re: Someone watching a film due to an attractive actor or actress. This sort of thing doesn't really bother me. Who cares why someone watches a film. They may go into it for the wrong reasons, but once they are there, it might allow them to appreciate something they might not have given a chance otherwise. I mean, I love their movies, but I'd be lying if I said that part of the appeal in watching a Louise Brooks or a Christina Lindberg film (or truthfully, a Selena Gomez movie, which for me might actually be the closest I get to watching a movie purely for the attractive actress) wasn't the fact that I find them very attractive. You know, just my 2 cents.

03-04-2013, 04:58 AM	#63986
madmojo Expert Member Member since:Apr 2009 Location:Virginia 4K collection:147 Blu-ray collection:2011 DVD collection:717	I see that Tess is getting a blu-ray release via BFI with 4k restoration. I hope that Criterion can do a release here in the US. It's one of the few Polanski movies I've yet to see. I'd also really like his version of Macbeth to be made available.

03-04-2013, 05:03 AM	#63988
Scottie Moderator Top contributor Member since:Oct 2010 Location:Rhode Island Trading Score:647	I just finished Shock Corridor. Eh, it was an alright film. I definitely prefer The Naked Kiss to it, but it was still an interesting watch. What I did like about the film was the use of internal narration to keep the story going for a good chunk of the film. I think the best part of it was the message - greed and desire can ultimately cost a person their life.

03-04-2013, 06:32 AM	#63993
FilmCafe Member Member since:Apr 2012 Blu-ray collection:260 DVD collection:52	I just received my copy of M from the Criterion website and noticed that the top part of the case is cracked, would I be able to get a replace for free or will it cost me?

03-04-2013, 07:31 AM	#63995
DarkRyder Senior Member Member since:Jan 2012 Blu-ray collection:82	Holy shit, when did the new Fassbinder films get added to Hulu?

03-04-2013, 04:47 PM	#63997
RandyK Blu-ray Samurai Top contributor Member since:Dec 2012 Location:Columbus, Ohio 4K collection:1110 Blu-ray collection:4904 DVD collection:131 Digital collection:17 Prime collection:12 Trading Score:6	So the order that I placed in the last sale was scheduled to arrive Saturday. It showed out for delivery and never showed up. I looked on there again and it shows it was "forwarded." Now, yesterday, it went through Indianapolis and Cincinnati and so I think it's heading back to Criterion. I don't know why. Everything was right on my order confirmation page and I haven't changed addresses. I shot Criterion an email and haven't heard back yet. I will probably have to go to the post office and ask them about it. Anyone ever had this happen? (Not just from Criterion but other places.)

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