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AlbinoPriest · 08-05-2011, 07:05 PM

Finally got the first out of the three orders I placed during the B&N sale. Still waiting for the rest, but I can pace myself and watch one or two a night until the others come.

Only blind buy was Antichrist, but I kinda know what I'm getting into. The second and third orders are the ones with a bunch of movies I haven't seen.

GilliamsBrazil · 08-05-2011, 07:19 PM

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Originally Posted by dumb_dutchman

Why?? What affect will it have?

I see what you did there!

dumb_dutchman · 08-05-2011, 07:32 PM

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Originally Posted by GilliamsBrazil

I see what you did there!

Yea (or is it Yeah), I know...clever. I always have to think is it active or passive. That, and if I could just pronounce hegemony without thinking about it.

By the way, to stay on-topic...loved Paths of Glory. Some of the exterior scenes reminded me of the depth of Welles' shots. Criterion needs to get ahold of Chimes at Midnight.

ShellOilJunior · 08-05-2011, 08:09 PM

THE KILLING is $36.69 shipped on Planet Axel. That's a hefty tag for maybe getting the release early.

I'll stick with Amazon.

octagon · 08-05-2011, 08:13 PM

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Originally Posted by ShellOilJunior

THE KILLING is $36.69 shipped on Planet Axel. That's a hefty tag for maybe getting the release early.

I'll stick with Amazon.

Heh, I'm thinking about cancelling my $24ish Amazon preorder because it's too much.

greekak229 · 08-05-2011, 08:21 PM

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Originally Posted by ShellOilJunior

THE KILLING is $36.69 shipped on Planet Axel. That's a hefty tag for maybe getting the release early.

I'll stick with Amazon.

I've never ordered from Planet Axel before, so this will be a good learning experience, I suppose.

greekak229 · 08-05-2011, 08:22 PM

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Originally Posted by octagon

Heh, I'm thinking about cancelling my $24ish Amazon preorder because it's too much.

Cheapest is Deep Discount for around $24.

wilky61 · 08-05-2011, 08:27 PM

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Originally Posted by dumb_dutchman

Yea (or is it Yeah), I know...clever. I always have to think is it active or passive. That, and if I could just pronounce hegemony without thinking about it.

By the way, to stay on-topic...loved Paths of Glory. Some of the exterior scenes reminded me of the depth of Welles' shots. Criterion needs to get ahold of Chimes at Midnight.

Heh-JEM-uh-nee, but I had to think about it.

+1 to what you said about both Paths of Glory and Chimes at Midnight. The latter would look excellent in hi-def. In the former, I liked many of Kubrick's exterior shots (e.g., the tracking shots during the charge and the heads-on shots of the officers walking through the trenches). But I also really liked the framing of the shots during the tribunal with the French flag in the background.

I would also hope to watch Persona in hi-def sooner rather than later.

ShellOilJunior · 08-05-2011, 08:38 PM

Chimes could really really really use an overhaul on its audio. I recall the Region 1 DVD's audio being completely unacceptable. I had no idea what they were saying.

Banned User · 08-05-2011, 09:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Monty70

I watched Faust last night on Netflix. The picture quality was awful (macroblocking), but I was still in awe of the level of filmmaking on display.

My experience with silent films is not extensive, but Faust ranks at the top of what I have seen. (Images that are unforgettable galore) I am even more amped now to get my hands on The Phantom Carriage on BD. (another powerful image driven film)

Not a Criterion Title, but I highly recommend Murnau's Sunrise. The UK disc is region free.

SlickDamian · 08-05-2011, 09:43 PM

Review of Secret Sunshine is up (rather early).

I didn't really have much expectations for this title, but after reading the review the film looks very interesting; very philisophical and emotional. Although the disc appears to be severly lacking in the supplements department, a recent trend with Criterion releases. Hopefully they get their supplements mojo back, because in my opinion they are starting to lose a bit of respect in that department!

Brad1963 · 08-05-2011, 10:17 PM

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Originally Posted by SlickDamian

Review of Secret Sunshine is up (rather early).

I didn't really have much expectations for this title, but after reading the review the film looks very interesting; very philisophical and emotional. Although the disc appears to be severly lacking in the supplements department, a recent trend with Criterion releases. Hopefully they get their supplements mojo back, because in my opinion they are starting to lose a bit of respect in that department!

I have it in my wishlist for either the next B&N or Amazon sale. My latest B&N Haul and recent AMAZON UK Import binge has me holding back for the rest of the month. I'm a fan of Korea cinema lately, and do have A BIETTERSWEET LIFE on order with YES.ASIA.

BohemianGraham · 08-05-2011, 10:22 PM

Well my copy of Naked showed up today! Still waiting on Repulsion, Zazie, Kurosawa two-pack, Blow Out, and High & Low.

eBates also sent me the 10 dollar coupon for B&N I was entitled to for joining them. They could have sent it to me a few days ago.

Oh well, I'll still use it to get one Criterion title from my wishlist. I'm thinking Hausu because I loved its insanity. With the 10 dollar coupon, it's still cheaper than Amazon.

Edit: I ordered Hausu. It came to 27.43 once I applied the giftcard, so it was only about 4 bucks more than if I had ordered it last week without a ten dollar coupon. Amazon wants 26.49 for it, despite what Blu-Ray.com says on the Hausu page. With shipping and the import fee, it would have been more than 27 bucks. I know, I know, it's technically 37 bucks, but since I didn't really pay for the giftcard, I'm not counting that 10 bucks towards the purchase price of Hausu. I still wish I had the card last Friday though.

I now have about 22 Criterions left on my wishlist. 18 of them still need to be watched before I decide if I'm going to buy them at some point in time.

depooter · 08-05-2011, 10:58 PM

any ideas on what we can expect for November and December? Would love to see Brazil, The Royal Tenenbaums, etc. announced.

wilky61 · 08-05-2011, 11:05 PM

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Originally Posted by depooter

any ideas on what we can expect for November and December? Would love to see Brazil, The Royal Tenenbaums, etc. announced.

Do a search on this thread for November and December; it's been asked and answered many times already.

Off the top of my head, I seem to recall Wild Strawberries, Three Colors trilogy, and some silent film or other... maybe City Lights.

rkish · 08-05-2011, 11:10 PM

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Originally Posted by ShellOilJunior

THE KILLING is $36.69 shipped on Planet Axel. That's a hefty tag for maybe getting the release early.

I'll stick with Amazon.

Agreed!

And I'm a disciple of immediate gratification.

I can wait...

greekak229 · 08-06-2011, 12:53 AM

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Originally Posted by rkish

Agreed!

And I'm a disciple of immediate gratification.

I can wait...

I CAN'T. I'm willing to pay a little extra to get some Kubrick in early, especially a movie as badass as The Killing.

Crimson King · 08-06-2011, 01:25 AM

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Originally Posted by greekak229

I CAN'T. I'm willing to pay a little extra to get some Kubrick in early, especially a movie as badass as The Killing.

not to mention it has Killer's Kiss included as well, two movies for the price of one!

trombone dixie · 08-06-2011, 01:35 AM

Do you think CC will package the DAZED AND CONFUSED blu-ray similarly to the DVD release? I'm debating whether or not I should sell my DVD copy. It's damn near my favorite packaging for any CC release. I don't want to lose it if they're going to go the same route as Fear and Loathing.

Crimson King · 08-06-2011, 01:38 AM

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Originally Posted by trombone dixie

Do you think CC will package the DAZED AND CONFUSED blu-ray similarly to the DVD release? I'm debating whether or not I should sell my DVD copy. It's damn near my favorite packaging for any CC release. I don't want to lose it if they're going to go the same route as Fear and Loathing.

D&C is an awseome package, there were TWO D&C posters in the box when I bought it, I'm gonna frame one of them!

I see you have a like for Down By Law, no love for Stranger Than Paradise?

(both are great films IMO):

08-05-2011, 10:22 PM	#34033
BohemianGraham Blu-ray Samurai Top contributor Member since:Mar 2011 Location:Nouvelle-Écosse, Canada Blu-ray collection:397 DVD collection:458 Blu-ray reviews: 9	Well my copy of Naked showed up today! Still waiting on Repulsion, Zazie, Kurosawa two-pack, Blow Out, and High & Low. eBates also sent me the 10 dollar coupon for B&N I was entitled to for joining them. They could have sent it to me a few days ago. Oh well, I'll still use it to get one Criterion title from my wishlist. I'm thinking Hausu because I loved its insanity. With the 10 dollar coupon, it's still cheaper than Amazon. Edit: I ordered Hausu. It came to 27.43 once I applied the giftcard, so it was only about 4 bucks more than if I had ordered it last week without a ten dollar coupon. Amazon wants 26.49 for it, despite what Blu-Ray.com says on the Hausu page. With shipping and the import fee, it would have been more than 27 bucks. I know, I know, it's technically 37 bucks, but since I didn't really pay for the giftcard, I'm not counting that 10 bucks towards the purchase price of Hausu. I still wish I had the card last Friday though. I now have about 22 Criterions left on my wishlist. 18 of them still need to be watched before I decide if I'm going to buy them at some point in time. Last edited by BohemianGraham; 08-05-2011 at 10:44 PM.

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08-05-2011, 07:05 PM	#34021
AlbinoPriest Active Member Top contributor Member since:Jul 2009 Blu-ray collection:170 Blu-ray reviews:1	Finally got the first out of the three orders I placed during the B&N sale. Still waiting for the rest, but I can pace myself and watch one or two a night until the others come. Only blind buy was Antichrist, but I kinda know what I'm getting into. The second and third orders are the ones with a bunch of movies I haven't seen.

08-05-2011, 08:09 PM	#34024
ShellOilJunior Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Mar 2009 Location:USA Blu-ray reviews:3 Trading Score:10	THE KILLING is $36.69 shipped on Planet Axel. That's a hefty tag for maybe getting the release early. I'll stick with Amazon.

08-05-2011, 08:38 PM	#34029
ShellOilJunior Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Mar 2009 Location:USA Blu-ray reviews:3 Trading Score:10	Chimes could really really really use an overhaul on its audio. I recall the Region 1 DVD's audio being completely unacceptable. I had no idea what they were saying.

08-05-2011, 09:43 PM	#34031
SlickDamian Expert Member Member since:Sep 2010 Location:Canada 4K collection:4 Blu-ray collection:642 DVD collection:160	Review of Secret Sunshine is up (rather early). I didn't really have much expectations for this title, but after reading the review the film looks very interesting; very philisophical and emotional. Although the disc appears to be severly lacking in the supplements department, a recent trend with Criterion releases. Hopefully they get their supplements mojo back, because in my opinion they are starting to lose a bit of respect in that department!

08-05-2011, 10:58 PM	#34034
depooter Special Member Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Los Angeles, CA 4K collection:455 Blu-ray collection:1094 Trading Score:633	any ideas on what we can expect for November and December? Would love to see Brazil, The Royal Tenenbaums, etc. announced.

08-06-2011, 01:35 AM	#34039
trombone dixie Special Member Member since:Sep 2009 Location:Salty City, UT Blu-ray collection:925 Trading Score:63	Do you think CC will package the DAZED AND CONFUSED blu-ray similarly to the DVD release? I'm debating whether or not I should sell my DVD copy. It's damn near my favorite packaging for any CC release. I don't want to lose it if they're going to go the same route as Fear and Loathing.

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