The Criterion Collection

[ccfixx]

Originally Posted by jcs913

40 seems more than enough to keep you busy, but I assume the completest in you will not be satisfied. It is good news about AE releasing that set. That will be a must buy import.

You would think so, but until all 64 titles in my spreadsheet are highlighted and checked-off as 'watched' I will not be able to rest easy.

[ShellOilJunior]

Those two "Bargain" Blu-ray releases are quickly approaching

[ccfixx]

Originally Posted by rkish

I'll assume that you've seen all five films...I've only seen Sawdust and Tinsel. What can you tell me about the other four films?

That's the problem, rkish. I haven't seen the other four films, so I can't tell you anything about them. From what I've read over time, though, most people don't consider them to be "classic" Bergman films, which is how this upcoming AE release is titled.

[jcs913]

Originally Posted by octagon

Heh, I've been trying to figure out a way to say 'so what kind of turnaround can I expect' without sounding like an impatient douche.

Thanks

Douche?? I know someone from my own city was not directing this at me.... Unless he is from the south side, then it's understandable...

[greekak229]

The ending fight scene in The Sword of Doom has to be one of the best if not the best samurai fight sequence ever filmed. It's just that incredible.

[ShellOilJunior]

Originally Posted by greekak229

The ending fight scene in The Sword of Doom has to be one of the best if not the best samurai fight sequence ever filmed. It's just that incredible.

No doubt it inspired the tea house scene in Kill Bill.

[ShellOilJunior]

Can any kind folks recommend a nice region free blu-ray player?

These MOC/Eureka/BFI releases are mouth-watering.

[greekak229]

Originally Posted by ShellOilJunior

Can any kind folks recommend a nice region free blu-ray player?

These MOC/Eureka/BFI releases are mouth-watering.

My LG BD550 hasn't failed me yet. Such an incredible player. Bought it for the very reasons you want to buy a region-free player. Not sure if they're available now, but just research.

[Banned User]

Originally Posted by ShellOilJunior

Can any kind folks recommend a nice region free blu-ray player?

These MOC/Eureka/BFI releases are mouth-watering.

I've held out pretty long without having to mess with a region free player. These recent MoC announcements are forcing me to find one as well.

[BohemianGraham]

Originally Posted by ShellOilJunior

Can any kind folks recommend a nice region free blu-ray player?

These MOC/Eureka/BFI releases are mouth-watering.

I'll say it again, how far are you from Canuckistan? Get a Seiki out of wal-Mart.

[greekak229]

Originally Posted by Banned User

I've held out pretty long without having to mess with a region free player. These recent MoC announcements are forcing me to find one as well.

Their releases are just amazing. All the announcements made recently are must-owns.

[ShellOilJunior]

Originally Posted by BohemianGraham

I'll say it again, how far are you from Canuckistan? Get a Seiki out of wal-Mart.

I won't shop at that store.

[Banned User]

Originally Posted by greekak229

Their releases are just amazing. All the announcements made recently are must-owns.

So many models so many firmware hacks. I think I may have to go the hardware hack route.

[capnnarcolepsy]

Originally Posted by rkish

Wow...check out the "Wings" thread. Seems like Paramount did a GREAT job on the restoration! I can't wait to watch my copy this weekend.

It's quite an incredible restoration! I was able to get it for reviewing and it blew me away. There's also a wonderful featurette detailing all of the extensive work that went into the restoration. Truly impressive.

[jcs913]

Originally Posted by Joe Dalek

Best Buy's house brand Insignia models NS-WBRDVD2 and NS-BRDVD4. Both models are only available refurbished from their website (unless you can still find one in store), but they are a cheap option at $50-$60 currently. Some work with a simple remote code out of the box, most require you load on older firmware on first (it depends on when the unit you purchase was manufactured). Sounds a bit complicated but it's really not. I've had mine for about 5 months and it has been great. I will probably buy another soon as insurance, as I don't expect it to operate forever.

I picked up a DVD4 as a floor model early last year and it works great. Much easier to use than the LG BH200 I used to have. I also have an OPPO 83, but the hardware mod did not appeal to me. The Insignia is definitely worth looking into if your local store has one.

[BohemianGraham]

Originally Posted by ShellOilJunior

I won't shop at that store.

I understand completely. I only go there if I'm really hard up, or, they have a cheap-ass region free BD player.

[*DrStrangelove*]

My copy of Branded to Kill just came in from Amazon. Can't wait to watch it later today.

[octagon]

Originally Posted by jcs913

Douche?? I know someone from my own city was not directing this at me.... Unless he is from the south side, then it's understandable...

No, it was directly squarely at me. I placed a Eureka order Saturday afternoon at which point I went into full little kid 'are we there yet' mode.

Amazon.uk just made it worse, too. An order they shipped Monday (Sherlock S1&2, Picnic at Hanging Rock, Hidden) just showed up. That's pretty amazing, actually. Our Amazon doesn't get here that fast anymore.

As to that last part let me put it this way...

I cringe when people say 'The Cell', I still put the phantom N in Comiskey and I was one of the people who cheered the cops when they (finally) cleared the field at Disco Demolition.

[ShellOilJunior]

Originally Posted by Joe Dalek

Best Buy's house brand Insignia models NS-WBRDVD2 and NS-BRDVD4. Both models are only available refurbished from their website (unless you can still find one in store), but they are a cheap option at $50-$60 currently. Some work with a simple remote code out of the box, most require you load on older firmware on first (it depends on when the unit you purchase was manufactured). Sounds a bit complicated but it's really not. I've had mine for about 5 months and it has been great. I will probably buy another soon as insurance, as I don't expect it to operate forever.

So this one will do it?
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Insignia...DVD2&cp=1&lp=1

It sounds like it's not region free out of the box?

[Banned User]

Originally Posted by ShellOilJunior

So this one will do it?
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Insignia...DVD2&cp=1&lp=1

It sounds like it's not region free out of the box?

None of them will state region free, The older firmwares can be made region free through a keycode on the remote and you can downgrade the firmware on models as well. You can find everything you need to know here:

https://forum.blu-ray.com/blu-ray-players-recorders/