The Criterion Collection

[AwkwardBoner]

Ordered Nightmare Alley from B&N when I didn't see it in store and I thought the inside was wrecked since I heard a lot of rattling when I shook it. Turns out there are cards in there that got loose. Relief!

[jshaide]

Originally Posted by AwkwardBoner

Ordered Nightmare Alley from B&N when I didn't see it in store and I thought the inside was wrecked since I heard a lot of rattling when I shook it. Turns out there are cards in there that got loose. Relief!

haha! The same thing happened to me! It was the last copy so I ordered it online and when the package came I was like "son of a *****. . . "

[mmarczi]

Originally Posted by thornhill

I need to make a Sophie’s Choice, which do I choose??

Got to go with Bergman. Not just because he's my favorite director but it's also just absolutely insane value for the price.

[Xtempo]

I'm finally gotten around to watching my copy of Lone Wolf and Cub. I've read a little bit but for the first movie I don't recall that beginning. anyway is that the baby that he's about to execute as his "son" when he's a ronin?

[MifuneFan]

Spotted this on slickdeals. Amazon, and apparently iTunes as well has several Criterion Samurai films for $7.99 to purchase.

Here's the list (there are probably more)

Harakiri
Seven Samurai
Hidden Fortress
Rashomon
Sanjuro
Yojimbo
Throne of Blood
Lady Snowblood
Lone Wolf and Cub series
The Sword of Doom
Zatoichi: The Blind Swordsman 1: Tale of Zatoichi
Samurai Trilogy Part 1: Musashi Miyamoto​
Samurai Trilogy Part 2: Duel at Ichijoji Temple​
Samurai Trilogy Part 3: Duel at Ganryu Island

Not Criterion, but Ran in 4K/UHD is also $7.99 to purchase

https://www.amazon.com/Ran-4K-UHD-Ta...t-video&sr=1-2

[jshaide]

This reminds me---I wish Criterion would finally put out the Hanzo the Razor films.

[thornhill]

Originally Posted by mmarczi

Got to go with Bergman. Not just because he's my favorite director but it's also just absolutely insane value for the price.

That’s what I am leaning towards. Do you have the set? If so, how did you/have you been watching the films? Random, chronological or the included Film Festival order?

[MifuneFan]

Originally Posted by jshaide

This reminds me---I wish Criterion would finally put out the Hanzo the Razor films.

That would be awesome. I think it may be a little shocking for those that haven't seen Shintaro Katsu outside of Zatoichi, but the films are so entertaining. Kind of regret not getting the DVD set from Eureka. I wonder if there are any HD masters of this available for licensing? I don't think the films have been released on BD in Japan yet, unless I missed it.

[NeoNical]

Once they release Hanzo the Razor series, it would also be the first film directed by Yasuzo Masumura to get into the collection. With Arrow Video putting out Masumura titles nonstop for the past few months, I do hope the rest of his works get released in America, especially Lullaby of the Earth, which has been on my watchlist for a while.

[mmarczi]

Originally Posted by thornhill

That’s what I am leaning towards. Do you have the set? If so, how did you/have you been watching the films? Random, chronological or the included Film Festival order?

I chose to watch it in chronological order, having already seen a few of his classics prior. It worked fine for me, but for others it might be a bit discouraging to trudge through the early works (which I enjoy) wondering where the genius is.

[skippy3elf]

Unfortunately I can confirm that there are playback issues with World of Wong Kar Wai. I just got hit while watching Days of being Wild. About 1 hour in the playback starts freezing and pixilating like its having trouble with the encoding. I've reached out to Criterion. I suggest anyone having similar issues reach out to them as well so they take it seriously.

[NeoNical]

Sorry if this question has already been answered already but what is the cheapest way of getting Zatoichi? I've been trying to get a copy for my parents but it seems like B&N removed it from their website

[NeoNical]

Originally Posted by skippy3elf

Unfortunately I can confirm that there are playback issues with World of Wong Kar Wai. I just got hit while watching Days of being Wild. About 1 hour in the playback starts freezing and pixilating like its having trouble with the encoding. I've reached out to Criterion. I suggest anyone having similar issues reach out to them as well so they take it seriously.

Thanks. Wasn't planning to buy it this sale but I did hear something about the playback issues a while ago from the Reddit community for Criterion. Might have to wait a little to see if they will fix this with their future copies.

[Reddington]

Originally Posted by NeoNical

Sorry if this question has already been answered already but what is the cheapest way of getting Zatoichi? I've been trying to get a copy for my parents but it seems like B&N removed it from their website

It looks like it's OOS again on Criterion's site ("Currently Unavailable"). It was back in stock in June. See also:

https://forum.blu-ray.com/showpost.p...stcount=205964

Currently, $138 direct from Amazon (list is $199). Not 50%, but maybe a case of get it while you can.

[jkoffman]

According to this post in the World Of Wong Kar Wai release thread, Criterion will replace your faulty discs.

Originally Posted by dex14

This is the response I got about the faulty discs:

[jkoffman]

Originally Posted by NeoNical

Sorry if this question has already been answered already but what is the cheapest way of getting Zatoichi? I've been trying to get a copy for my parents but it seems like B&N removed it from their website

What Reddington said, but also it's currently on ebay for $140 too.

[dex14]

Originally Posted by jkoffman

According to this post in the World Of Wong Kar Wai release thread, Criterion will replace your faulty discs.

Follow up to this:

I'm sorry that after taking the troubleshooting steps, you're experiencing playback issues with select Blu-ray discs from your recently purchased WORLD OF WONG KAR WAI set.

We can send you replacement discs free of charge. Please note that for the time being we are prioritizing requests from folks who had previously contacted us about issues with their sets. We should still be able to assist you relatively quickly but keep this in mind if there's any delay.

Here are the full details regarding the replacements and what we need to finalize your request:

The discs have been tested extensively and are error-free, so even if your playback issues were limited to a select player or gaming console, the replacements should now work for you.

To minimize the need for multiple shipments, by default we will send you the following 6 replacement discs:
DAYS OF BEING WILD
CHUNGKING EXPRESS
FALLEN ANGELS
HAPPY TOGETHER
IN THE MOOD FOR LOVE
2046

If you also need a replacement for AS TEARS GO BY (a disc that has not been faulty for most) please let us know and we will send it as well. These will be provided on a case by case basis.

Here's what we need from you to ship out your replacements:
Confirmation of your name and a US or Canadian mailing address that will be valid for at least the next 1-4 weeks
If the discs need to be sent internationally, please send $10 to store@criterion.com via PayPal to offset some of our shipping costs
Confirm whether your copy of AS TEARS GO BY has displayed playback issues and needs to be replaced
A photo of the defective disc(s) with your name and date written on the front/art side (using a sharpie or paint marker - you can write this info on the lighter portion of the disc, and take a photo against a light source so your name and date are visible). All the discs can be included in a single photo. You do not need to mail in the defective discs in order to receive replacements at this time.
Replacements will be processed on an ongoing basis and tracking details will be emailed to you when they're available, typically within 2-4 weeks of us receiving the required details regarding the defective discs.
If we're able to ship more quickly we will, but we are a small team and do appreciate your ongoing patience in the process. If you have any other questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to follow up.

[drownsoda]

Originally Posted by thornhill

I need to make a Sophie’s Choice, which do I choose??

The Bergman set is the bigger bang for your buck by far. I am partial to Ingmar Bergman though; I like a number of Fellini's films and enjoy the extravagance, but I connect with Bergman's work more. It's far more understated and moodier, which, for whatever reason, appeals more to my sensibilities. In some ways, it's like comparing apples and oranges.

[Namuhana]

Just ordered two more from B&N, both of which I've never seen before:

[Member-682067]

Waiting for Dreyer's "Ordet" do get a BD upgrade.