The Criterion Collection

[Scottie]

Just finished The 39 Steps. Wow! What a fantastic film.

It's a lot better than The Man Who Knew Too Much, in my opinion. Robert Donat was great. Maybe it's just me, but he looks so much like Charlie Chaplin, in my opinion.

I would definitely recommend it, as it has a nice blend of mystery and humor all wrapped in one. Looking forward to watching The Lady Vanishes, as it's the only Hitchcock Criterion I haven't seen yet

Hopefully we see more Hitchcock in the Criterion line-up soon.

[ShellOilJunior]

Originally Posted by retablo

Let us know if your copy also has the video glitch. I'm gonna wait to see if there's a replacement before buying.

I'll test my copy on two different blu-ray players when it arrives Thursday.

[ShellOilJunior]

Originally Posted by BohemianGraham

I agree with Again, but I want to add, since I'm being called upon:

Peter Tork
Burt Lancaster
Johnny Depp
Michael Palin
Michael McKean
Stephen Stills
Jean Paul Belmondo
Cary Grant
Malcolm McDowell
Max Von sydow
Steve McQueen
Micky Dolenz
Mike nesmith
Davy Jones
Ewan McGregor
Christopher Eccleston


Just off the top of my head.

How close was Peter Lorre to making the cut?

[Page14]

Originally Posted by IronWaffle

Count me as another devotee of Kieslowski and his trilogy. In my case, Blue is my favorite, but as much because its focus on mourning and recovery is a theme I'm drawn to. Many regard it as the least accessible and -- as others have stated -- I think the other two are more accessible. Particularly with Red, that doesn't make it any less a "pretentious art film" but the narrative is more linear where Blue is more lyrical (if that makes sense) and therefore makes for a less strenuous watch.

Also, I for one never think of the European Union aspects as the driving force o the films, but more as a backdrop (much as Kieslowski's Dekalog is built around the Ten Commandments but isn't about them). I think of these as character pieces.

I've only seen Blue so far, but that was my feeling too.

[R o d]

Originally Posted by CoopFilm

Sorry, should have mentioned it's Twilight Time. I'm looking forward to that release, not entirely happy they're the ones releasing it but will want it.

And actually I was thinking of All That Heaven Allows. Now that would be a great upgrade to blu.

[Scottie]

Originally Posted by Joe Dalek

I'm assuming it will be out in October, just before Hallowe'en.

And like somebody said, The Devil's Backbone will probably get spine #666, so we'll probably get an announcement in April or May

[rkish]

Originally Posted by ShellOilJunior

It seems not all reviewers are reporting the issue? The Beaver didn't mention it.

I hear ya Shell...but the fact that two different reviewers from two different organizations have reported the same identical issue...chances are decent that it's a widespread issue.

Please let me/us know if your copy exhibits the stuttering issue...I will gladly eat crow and re-order mine!

As it released today...anyone that braved ordering it, please let us know as well.

[rkish]

Originally Posted by iScottie

The Ballad Of Narayama just came in!

You know what you have to do!

If you report back with favorable news before Thursday night at midnight...I can take advantage of my wife's Prime membership, before her trial ends.

[Scottie]

Originally Posted by rkish

You know what you have to do!

If you report back with favorable news before Thursday night at midnight...I can take advantage of my wife's Prime membership, before her trial ends.

Where is it supposed to skip? I can put the disc in quick and look for the spot.

I'm more than likely going to watch The Lady Vanishes, so let me know!

Edit: I see the time

Starting at around 00.36.00, for approximately 28 seconds it looks like the data on the disc becomes extremely difficult to read and the film essentially begins stuttering. However, the sound does not appear to be affected. After the aforementioned 28 seconds, everything goes back to normal.

Let me check it out.

[rkish]

Originally Posted by IronWaffle

Be strong. Deep breaths. Go to the shelf and hug a disc that may feel neglected.

I love ALL of my special kids!

[Scottie]

Alright folks, I just threw in my The Ballad Of Narayama disc and I can attest that there is an error from approximately 00:36:00-00:36:28.

I rewinded it a few seconds to 00:39:55. It starts off with a Japanese man running and it eventually cuts to a scene with an orchid of maple leaves. At the start of the maple leaves clip, everything goes into a slow motion / stuttering effect. The song lyrics that appear in the captions on the screen are crystal clear and the coloring and everything else seems to be okay, but it just drags on for approximately 28 seconds before resuming at a normal pace.

Hope that helps

I would still recommend buying it now because when Criterion decides to correct this issue (if they ever do), then you're looking at a $10 gift certificate. There's a possibility that if you order it post-correcting that you will still get a faulty disc.

[rkish]

Originally Posted by iScottie

Where is it supposed to skip? I can put the disc in quick and look for the spot.

I'm more than likely going to watch The Lady Vanishes, so let me know!

Edit: I see the time



Let me check it out.

Thanks...that's very nice of you!

According to Pro-B...it starts around the 36 minute mark and stutters for around 20-30 seconds. I believe someone said it was during a scene where you see the camera panning through the trees.

Thanks again...let us know...

[Fellini912]

Originally Posted by Cinemach

Agreed. I'll just add that you'll probably pick up more on a second viewing with Blue than with the other two films due to its quiet, introspective nature. One can see how a contingency has been forming over time recognizing it as the high-mark of the trilogy, but I still give that to Red, which is a most beautiful - yet unfortunate - cap to Kieslowski's filmography.

I agreed with you entirely. I would like to add that Irene Jacobs is one of the most beautiful French actresses I have seen in French cinema. It's her beauty and acting that also makes Red and The Double Life of Veronique the two greatest Kieslowski films.

[Sukuri]

It appears Jacques Tati films have gone OOP.

[rkish]

Originally Posted by iScottie

Alright folks, I just threw in my The Ballad Of Narayama disc and I can attest that there is an error from approximately 00:36:00-00:36:28.

I rewinded it a few seconds to 00:39:55. It starts off with a Japanese man running and it eventually cuts to a scene with an orchid of maple leaves. At the start of the maple leaves clip, everything goes into a slow motion / stuttering effect. The song lyrics that appear in the captions on the screen are crystal clear and the coloring and everything else seems to be okay, but it just drags on for approximately 28 seconds before resuming at a normal pace.

Hope that helps

I would still recommend buying it now because when Criterion decides to correct this issue (if they ever do), then you're looking at a $10 gift certificate. There's a possibility that if you order it post-correcting that you will still get a faulty disc.

Thanks for taking the time to check that out...much appreciated!

[Scottie]

Originally Posted by rkish

Thanks for taking the time to check that out...much appreciated!

Glad I could help!

[metaridley]

Not sure where else to ask this:

Anyone know if Netflix offers the Criterion Collection or earlier Blu-ray release for Godzilla (1954)?

[drbikeshorts]

Originally Posted by Fellini912

I agreed with you entirely. I would like to add that Irene Jacobs is one of the most beautiful French actresses I have seen in French cinema. It's her beauty and acting that also makes Red and The Double Life of Veronique the two greatest Kieslowski films.

I want to add my own praise to all the Irene Jacob love and also add: I saw her first!
Red is also my favourite of the Three Colours films, but I also love her in The Double Life of Veronique.
Have people been watching the video interviews with her in the supplements for those films? She's still stunning. She's like fine wine
I was always a fan of Blue, but after watching it a couple of times recently, my estimation of it has only increased. Juliette Binoche is an extraordinary actress. Very powerful film.
I like White, but it has never really matched the other two films for me. Having said that, I know a couple of people who rate it higher than the other two.
I recently hosted an "Epic Criterion" day for a few of my film-buff friends where we watched the whole of Fanny and Alexander. I'm now organising another one where the choices will be between the Three Colours trilogy and Carlos. Can't go wrong

[pro-bassoonist]

The Blob Blu-ray REVIEW

[jrsl76]

Originally Posted by Sukuri

It appears Jacques Tati films have gone OOP.

Dammit, I own them, but I kept hoping they'd get off their butts and get the other 2 on blu-ray. Looks like I have to grab the BFI discs now.