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The Great Owl · 07-16-2013, 03:05 PM

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Originally Posted by COLD_COBRA_

I get depressed when I see dvd Criterion covers, and know they aren't on blu.

They're slowly, but surely, upgrading a lot of the old DVDs. There are a few (The Silence of the Lambs, Withnail and I, etc.) that are no longer in license, but the above DVDs in my post (Stray Dog, Carnival of Souls, The Vanishing) are releases that I'm hoping will receive a Criterion Blu-ray upgrade.

The Great Owl · 07-16-2013, 03:10 PM

Does anyone have thoughts about John Cassavetes: Five Films?

I almost blind-bought the DVD set a couple years back, but I'm glad that I waited.

I really know absolutely nothing about the movies, except that they're well-regarded in indie circles, but I've always had an odd sixth sense about the set that leads me to believe I'll enjoy watching the films. When the next 50% off sale comes along after October, I'll probably be jumping on this purchase.

ccg1978 · 07-16-2013, 03:48 PM

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Originally Posted by ccfore

I just caught Babette's Feast on HuluPlus yesterday. What a beautiful story and film. I'll be picking this one up today!

Beautiful film but minimal replay value IMO. I've stopped buying everything I like and if I need to see it again I will Netflix it. Only buy what I REALLY like and will watch more than once a year....

Joe Dalek · 07-16-2013, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by The Great Owl

Does anyone have thoughts about John Cassavetes: Five Films?

I almost blind-bought the DVD set a couple years back, but I'm glad that I waited.

I really know absolutely nothing about the movies, except that they're well-regarded in indie circles, but I've always had an odd sixth sense about the set that leads me to believe I'll enjoy watching the films. When the next 50% off sale comes along after October, I'll probably be jumping on this purchase.

His films are about real people, without the cliches or tropes of most Hollywood melodramas and therefore less gloss and distance. Almost like documentaries, or perhaps more accurately like being a fly on the wall in these people's lives for a time.

Joe Dalek · 07-16-2013, 03:58 PM

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Originally Posted by blkhrt

I probably won't upgrade my Eyes Without a Face DVD right away, since the money will go to titles I don't already own. I do wish they had updated the cover art on it.

To each their own. I think it's a fantastic cover.

deepbreathsanddeath · 07-16-2013, 04:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Goldensuitcase

I love movies, but most of these Criterion films (99%), I have yet to see. So which ones are the best of the best? If you had to pick 3, which would they be?

I've seen Traffic, Antichrist, The Game, Lord of the Flies and a few others. I will try a free week of HULU PLUS and am wondering which ones to view.

Thank you

All comes down to personal taste. I have over 100 Criterion's now so I have many personal favourites. Just to name a few... Kiss Me Deadly, Videodrome, The Night of The Hunter, In The Mood for Love, The Red Shoes, The Thin Red Line, Modern Times... God I could keep going. These are just some of the many I love so far (that I rewatch the most I guess but some are missing naturally) but your tastes will likely differ.

I would go with everyone's advice so far and stick to the classic's that appeal to you.

blkhrt · 07-16-2013, 04:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Joe Dalek

To each their own. I think it's a fantastic cover.

I don't dislike the cover by any means, but I do think they could have done something really exciting for it that would have updated the release a bit.

Mr. Eddy · 07-16-2013, 05:02 PM

In case no one has noticed, the list prices for both I Married a Witch and The Uninvited have dropped to $29.99.

http://www.criterion.com/films/27771-i-married-a-witch

http://www.criterion.com/films/27964-the-uninvited

blkhrt · 07-16-2013, 05:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Eddy

In case no one has noticed, the list prices for both I Married a Witch and The Uninvited have dropped to $29.99.

http://www.criterion.com/films/27771-i-married-a-witch

http://www.criterion.com/films/27964-the-uninvited

That's great news. I know a lot of us were hoping or expecting this would happen. Of course, if I wasn't already planning on buying them, this would definitely seal the deal

The Great Owl · 07-16-2013, 05:13 PM

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Originally Posted by blkhrt

I don't dislike the cover by any means, but I do think they could have done something really exciting for it that would have updated the release a bit.

I rather like the idea of a "mask cover" for Eyes Without a Face, where the outer cover can be removed to reveal the true cover beneath.

That would probably be too tacky for a Criterion package, though. Almost like a Godzilla pop-up or something.
...oh, wait.

RandyK · 07-16-2013, 05:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Eddy

In case no one has noticed, the list prices for both I Married a Witch and The Uninvited have dropped to $29.99.

http://www.criterion.com/films/27771-i-married-a-witch

http://www.criterion.com/films/27964-the-uninvited

Will definitely pick up during the November sale.

And I just realized Eyes Without a Face comes out on my birthday. Looks like it will be a late present since I'm picking that up in November too.

brandon_260 · 07-16-2013, 05:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Eddy

In case no one has noticed, the list prices for both I Married a Witch and The Uninvited have dropped to $29.99.

http://www.criterion.com/films/27771-i-married-a-witch

http://www.criterion.com/films/27964-the-uninvited

Perfect. Makes the month that much cheaper.

jw007 · 07-16-2013, 05:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Blu-Velvet

If you like noir at all, the simple answer is "yes." Each is good in its own way and somewhat ahead of its time, especially KISS ME DEADLY. KISS ME DEADLY is more extra-dark noir thriller with political overtones, and SWEET SMELL OF SUCCESS is more darkly satiric character drama with social and pop-cultural overtones. Both look great on Criterion's Blu-rays.

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Originally Posted by Shout92

Interestingly enough, these two were both movies I was debating between for the sale, and ultimately went with two different films.

SSS is more a noir drama, whereas KMD is more of a pulp noir (complete with 50's nuclear overtones). SSS may be the better movie, but for my money KMD is the more interesting one.

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Originally Posted by FrankBlue

I haven't seen Kiss Me Deadly yet, but I did saw Sweet Smell of Success. Personally, the latter is excellent overall. So, for my bias, I lean on Sweet Smell of Success.

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Originally Posted by Tin Drum

KMD is very good but Sweet Smell is brilliant. And it looks gorgeous and sounds amazing on blu. It also features one of my favorite special features from any Criterion disc - a documentary on/with the wonderful cinematographer James Wong Howe.

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Originally Posted by The Great Owl

Sweet Smell of Success for the win!

Kiss Me Deadly has some awesome moments, but it's a frustrating film in a few ways as well. Sweet Smell of Success, however, is a perfect ten across the board.

Wow! Thanks again all you guys for your advice and thoughts. I didn't expect a total of 8 responses to my question (5 here and 3 before too). I probably will just end up buying both of these at this point (as octagon said in an earlier response). I'm not a huge noir fan but I can appreciate great film noir when I see it.

Scottie · 07-16-2013, 06:15 PM

Lord of the Flies has arrived via Amazon!

shortmartin · 07-16-2013, 06:23 PM

i really like Matt Dentler's Top 10. just reading thru some of them, and this one pops out at me because the understandable focus on American indie is nicely balanced with other sorts of films.

ParticleDan · 07-16-2013, 07:13 PM

I've got an Excel spreadsheet that I've been maintaining for the past few years that tracks all the released and announced Criterion Blu-Rays and Eclipse series that I'd be happy to share with anyone who's interested. Just PM me your email address and I'll send it on.

I've found it really useful to maintain my collection and to determine which titles to buy during B&N's and Criterion.com's 50% off sales.

blkhrt · 07-16-2013, 07:17 PM

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Originally Posted by The Great Owl

I rather like the idea of a "mask cover" for Eyes Without a Face, where the outer cover can be removed to reveal the true cover beneath.

That would probably be too tacky for a Criterion package, though. Almost like a Godzilla pop-up or something.
...oh, wait.

Sounds like the old Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas cover

Abdrewes · 07-16-2013, 08:00 PM

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Originally Posted by brandon_260

Perfect. Makes the month that much cheaper.

Hell yes! November really is the greatest month thusfar.

Hawkguy · 07-16-2013, 08:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Abdrewes

Hell yes! November really is the greatest month thusfar.

I'm happy about the prices too, wish we had more releases like that

SilentDawn · 07-16-2013, 08:09 PM

Just picked up 12 Angry Men and Black Orpheus from the B&N sale.

I just finished watching 12 Angry Men and it was astounding. The script, the acting and the ability to keep you engaged when it is set in only one room are just some of the reasons why it's such a great achievement in film.

Both of these films were blind buys, I picked up 12 Angry Men because I have heard so many great things and I figured I had to see it sometime. I am so happy I picked it up.

Now, who here has seen Black Orpheus? The premise and the cover art drove me to pick it up but what can I expect going into that film?

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07-16-2013, 03:10 PM	#77242
The Great Owl Blu-ray Archduke Member since:Dec 2012 Location:Georgia 4K collection:921 Blu-ray collection:6031 DVD collection:28 Blu-ray reviews: 255 Trading Score:6	Does anyone have thoughts about John Cassavetes: Five Films? I almost blind-bought the DVD set a couple years back, but I'm glad that I waited. I really know absolutely nothing about the movies, except that they're well-regarded in indie circles, but I've always had an odd sixth sense about the set that leads me to believe I'll enjoy watching the films. When the next 50% off sale comes along after October, I'll probably be jumping on this purchase.

07-16-2013, 05:02 PM	#77248
Mr. Eddy Active Member Top contributor Member since:Sep 2011 Location:Florida DVD collection:1153	In case no one has noticed, the list prices for both I Married a Witch and The Uninvited have dropped to $29.99. http://www.criterion.com/films/27771-i-married-a-witch http://www.criterion.com/films/27964-the-uninvited

07-16-2013, 06:15 PM	#77254
Scottie Moderator Top contributor Member since:Oct 2010 Location:Rhode Island Trading Score:647	Lord of the Flies has arrived via Amazon!

07-16-2013, 06:23 PM	#77255
shortmartin Active Member Member since:Jul 2012 Location:midwest	i really like Matt Dentler's Top 10. just reading thru some of them, and this one pops out at me because the understandable focus on American indie is nicely balanced with other sorts of films.

07-16-2013, 07:13 PM	#77256
ParticleDan Senior Member Member since:Sep 2009 Location:Rushmore Academy Home Theater Gallery:3 Blu-ray collection:792 DVD collection:84 Trading Score:19	I've got an Excel spreadsheet that I've been maintaining for the past few years that tracks all the released and announced Criterion Blu-Rays and Eclipse series that I'd be happy to share with anyone who's interested. Just PM me your email address and I'll send it on. I've found it really useful to maintain my collection and to determine which titles to buy during B&N's and Criterion.com's 50% off sales.

07-16-2013, 08:09 PM	#77260
SilentDawn Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Dec 2012 Location:Isla Nublar Blu-ray collection:400 DVD collection:58 Blu-ray reviews:5 Trading Score:1	Just picked up 12 Angry Men and Black Orpheus from the B&N sale. I just finished watching 12 Angry Men and it was astounding. The script, the acting and the ability to keep you engaged when it is set in only one room are just some of the reasons why it's such a great achievement in film. Both of these films were blind buys, I picked up 12 Angry Men because I have heard so many great things and I figured I had to see it sometime. I am so happy I picked it up. Now, who here has seen Black Orpheus? The premise and the cover art drove me to pick it up but what can I expect going into that film?

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