The Criterion Collection

[jhiggy23]

Originally Posted by CoopFilm

That is my favorite scene of the film! I consider it one of the most overlooked films of the collection. I never see it mentioned here, but I believe it is one of the very best.

+1

An absolutely incredible film.

[Beta Man]

Originally Posted by ChadFL

Wow, was there really a full page of posts arguing over each other's collections and whether it's right to add a film to your collection when it's on pre-order?

I do it on this site.... I use the "collection" feature here for MY tracking purposes, not for any other reason.

[Oblivion138]

Originally Posted by P@t_Mtl

Went in theaters yesterday, first time in almost a year. Only Tintin could make me do so I was able to find it in 2D digital and it look wonderful. I have never been to an Imax movie and never will either. Been to Imax a few times in the days of documentaries but really it does nothing for me. It's big and that is it, bring's nothing to a story for me. It's like the very loud sound system theaters or certain people have. Bigger and louder for me does not equal better.

To clarify, I won't go to an IMAX theater for anything that isn't shot (or at least partially shot) on IMAX (or 65mm/70mm in general). Because if we're talking shooting medium, rather than just projection medium, it's not a simple question of screen size...it's a matter of incredible image resolution.

Originally Posted by Madman Marz

I'm the exact same way. Film is very dear to me. I practically was raised on movies, so to speak.

If it's a film I really enjoy, and it's a high quality release, I have no problem spending $30-40 on it. Nowadays, even people that could afford it, are a bit too stingy, and won't spend more than $10 on a movie....even if it's one they really enjoy. More and more people also seem to be less concerned with the quality now. I don't know what happened!

I'd rather spend $30-40 on a high quality BD, with no extras than spend $10 or maybe $15 on a release with a ton of features and sub par picture and audio.

Agreed with every word. I mean, I love a bargain as much as anyone else, and getting a great release of a great film at a great price is the best (Taxi Driver, Day One, $12.99)...but for a film that I love, $30 or $40 isn't too much, so long as the PQ and AQ are top-notch.

Extras are nice, as well, but most definitely secondary to the actual film presentation.

[mikesncc1701]

I just watched Peeping Tom for the second time. Caution: There is also a spoiler for Psycho in my little review.

[Show spoiler]Not sure why I didn't appreciate this years ago when I first watched it, but I'm glad I finally see it for what it is. A joyfully menacing film that dares us to look at ourselves and see our most devilish desires. The soundtrack blares with piano tunes reminiscent of those that accompanied silent films decades before and immerses us in the cinema surroundings that envelope the film while mixing in the screams of bloodshed and murder that, although tame by today's standards, packed a gut wrenching punch for it's own era. One thing I do love is that the ending isn't nearly as drawn out as we would normally expect. With Psycho you had the debriefing before the shot of Norman echoing his mother's voice, further informing the audience of what we already know. I'm not saying that it's necessarily a bad move, but with Peeping Tom we're given just enough to infer on our own and once the focus of our main character is over and done with, so are we and I think it's that ending, with an explanation but no further emphasis on the subject and letting the audience understand is what makes it ambiguous and haunting.

[BohemianGraham]

I finally watched my PVRs of Ivan the Terrible Pt. I and II, and although the propaganda was a wee bit heavy handed, I wouldn't mind for a Criterion upgrade of these two titles. The costumes were gorgeous and fantastic; I thought they were far better than a lot of modern Hollywood productions set in that same time period (i.e. Elizabeth).

[P@t_Mtl]

Originally Posted by BohemianGraham

I finally watched my PVRs of Ivan the Terrible Pt. I and II, and although the propaganda was a wee bit heavy handed, I wouldn't mind for a Criterion upgrade of these two titles. The costumes were gorgeous and fantastic; I thought they were far better than a lot of modern Hollywood productions set in that same time period (i.e. Elizabeth).

Welcome to the cinema of Sergei Eisenstein

I really enjoy his movies but yes they sure were propaganda tools use by Staline and the communist of that time. Check out Alexander Nevsky and see how they were getting everyone ready for a war with Germany.

[DetroitSquirreL]

I finally watched 'The Great Dictator', I have it on VHS and yes i know theres a HUGE difference but I was blown away by the PQ...a real gem and the extras always make me happy on Criterion

[ShellOilJunior]

I think it's about time Criterion ends its Chaplin dry spell.

Plus, in a few weeks we should be getting a New Year's card. Anyone care to make predictions as to what will be on the card?

[P@t_Mtl]

Originally Posted by ShellOilJunior

I think it's about time Criterion ends its Chaplin dry spell.

Plus, in a few weeks we should be getting a New Year's card. Anyone care to make predictions as to what will be on the card?

I hope there is a picnic basket

[oildude]

Originally Posted by ShellOilJunior

Plus, in a few weeks we should be getting a New Year's card. Anyone care to make predictions as to what will be on the card?

I really hope it shows:

• a flying crane, and
• a fedora with a ring of keys

[BohemianGraham]

Originally Posted by oildude

I really hope it shows:

• a flying crane, and
• a fedora with a ring of keys

I am wanting this way too much, and it's highly unlikely, but I'd like to see two teenage girls in rice hats blowing gum while peering over a rock at one of your clues.

Originally Posted by P@t_Mtl

Welcome to the cinema of Sergei Eisenstein

I really enjoy his movies but yes they sure were propaganda tools use by Staline and the communist of that time. Check out Alexander Nevsky and see how they were getting everyone ready for a war with Germany.

I'll have to check it out, I have a bunch of stuff I need to watch. I loved the whole emphasis that Moscow was the 3rd Rome, and Rome would not fall again, repeated several times throughout the films.

[P@t_Mtl]

Today was born Yasujiro Ozu in 1903

[jcs913]

For anyone who did not pick up a copy of Monsoon Wedding, there is a post in the 'deals' thread for a used copy from one of Amazon's sellers for $8.80, shipped free if you have Prime. A super price and a pretty good film. I put a link below.


http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listi...condition=used

[rkish]

Originally Posted by P@t_Mtl

Today was born Yasujiro Ozu in 1903

Happy 108th Birthday Ozu-San!

Thanks Pat!

[ShellOilJunior]

Originally Posted by oildude

I really hope it shows:

• a flying crane, and
• a fedora with a ring of keys

How about:

• a bicycle
• a mushroom cloud

[HyperRealist]

Monsoon Wedding $8.80 Amazon Warehouse Deals
http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listi...condition=used

[DetroitSquirreL]

Originally Posted by HyperRealist

Monsoon Wedding $8.80 Amazon Warehouse Deals
http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listi...condition=used

Every time I think of this film I think of the season ending episode of "Outsourced' the TV show

[P@t_Mtl]

Originally Posted by jcs913

For anyone who did not pick up a copy of Monsoon Wedding, there is a post in the 'deals' thread for a used copy from one of Amazon's sellers for $8.80, shipped free if you have Prime. A super price and a pretty good film. I put a link below.


http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listi...condition=used

To think I paied $38 CAN for it but I have been able to enjoy it a few times since that time so its all good

[DetroitSquirreL]

Originally Posted by HyperRealist

Monsoon Wedding $8.80 Amazon Warehouse Deals
http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listi...condition=used

P.S. - I bought it, thanks for the link

[DetroitSquirreL]

Originally Posted by jcs913

For anyone who did not pick up a copy of Monsoon Wedding, there is a post in the 'deals' thread for a used copy from one of Amazon's sellers for $8.80, shipped free if you have Prime. A super price and a pretty good film. I put a link below.


http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listi...condition=used

lol, didnt see yours till after I saw HyperRealsit post it, thanks...I bought it as I have AZ Prime Cheers