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metaridley · 02-28-2013, 05:53 AM

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Originally Posted by AreaUnderTheCurve

I disagree. I've been burned many times with Criterion blind buys, most recently with Rashoman. I found it mostly boring with some dreadful cinematography that took away from certain shots (poor lighting makes it difficult to discern certain important things in the forest). I can see how it would be fantastic when it was released given the structure of the movie, but it's completely unremarkable in 2013. I feel that I wasted $21.19 on it. I'd get rid of it, but I have some friends who admire and adore foreign films, so I'll let them borrow it.

Add in Seven Samurai as well, something I couldn't get two hours into because, and I believe this may be a problem for me with Kurosawa, it's dreadfully boring. I couldn't get into Kagemusha, either. I appreciate what Kurosawa has done, though. I like that people still admire and are inspired by his work.

I agree with your assessment of Rashomon. I really enjoyed Seven Samurai, however. You should try Yojimbo and Sanjuro before giving up on Kurosawa!

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Originally Posted by ShellOilJunior

The Red Shoes should be in every collection.

+1

retablo · 02-28-2013, 06:00 AM

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Originally Posted by metaridley

Kubrick is my 2nd favorite director after Hitchcock but I refuse to watch Fear and Desire (I've of course seen the rest of his movies). Apparently he hated F&D so much that he tried to destroy every copy of it. My rationale is, if Kubrick didn't want me to see it, then I won't.

Is there more than one version of The Shining available on Blu-ray?

Fear and Desire is pretty bad. I've seen it, but I don't need to own it.

There is the US theatrical cut of The Shining available, and the International version (region free) available from Amazon UK. Kubrick but about 25 minutes out for international release, which speeds up the pace considerably. It's widely rumored to be his preferred version, but both versions have merit.

metaridley · 02-28-2013, 06:22 AM

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Originally Posted by retablo

Fear and Desire is pretty bad. I've seen it, but I don't need to own it.

There is the US theatrical cut of The Shining available, and the International version (region free) available from Amazon UK. Kubrick but about 25 minutes out for international release, which speeds up the pace considerably. It's widely rumored to be his preferred version, but both versions have merit.

Ah, I didn't know that! If I had a region free player I might feel compelled to check out the international version. Thanks for the info.

retablo · 02-28-2013, 06:25 AM

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Originally Posted by metaridley

Ah, I didn't know that! If I had a region free player I might feel compelled to check out the international version. Thanks for the info.

You don't need a region-free player. The disc itself is region-free. It will play on any player.

It is this version (119 min)
https://www.blu-ray.com/movies/The-S...-Blu-ray/2104/

BruceWayneMartin · 02-28-2013, 06:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Abdrewes

Welcome to the site. Do you have Fear and Desire (Kino) too? That's the one I'm missing... Oh and the theatrical cut of the shining.

Thank you, sir! I've seen F&D and I don't see myself buying it hahah.

Blu-Velvet · 02-28-2013, 07:14 AM

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Originally Posted by BruceWayneMartin

Thank you, sir! I've seen F&D and I don't see myself buying it hahah.

Yes, FEAR AND DESIRE is sort of interesting, certainly worth taking a look at, but possibly less replay value than any other Kubrick title. It reminded me of the allegorical, self-consciously intellectual and socially-significant approach of some of the TWILIGHT ZONE television episodes. That's not necessarily a bad thing, but the heavy-handedness can easily become annoying unless you just happen to be in the mood for it. And it's beautifully shot, although I still prefer KILLER'S KISS (even more than THE KILLING), which is among my favorite Kubricks, along with BARRY LYNDON, 2001, and EYES WIDE SHUT. I would like to see the shorter version of THE SHINING someday, as it may raise it on my order of favorites (lots of great stuff there, but, well, you know).

CusackstheMan · 02-28-2013, 10:50 AM

Since no one responded to my late night post, I'll repost this here. I am awaiting a response from Criterion on this issue:

I just looked under My account on the Criterion website and it says the estimated ship date for my three Flash Sale movies, On the Waterfront, Videodrome and Thin Red Line is March 20. Hmmm...I got the discounted price for all three films so it's not like any were out when I ordered. And to think I bought three to avoid $5.95 4-7 day shipping. Anybody have a guess at an explanation for this?

Spire · 02-28-2013, 11:03 AM

Is one listed as backordered?

CusackstheMan · 02-28-2013, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Spire

Is one listed as backordered?

No

ZooTv · 02-28-2013, 11:37 AM

Both of my orders are still yet to ship... With being used to Amazon Prime this will surely feel like an eternity.

mbarto · 02-28-2013, 11:56 AM

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Originally Posted by paulgeneacepeter

What's Criterion's processing time and then shipping time usually? I got my order confirmation yesterday saying they were processing it but it hasn't been shipped.

Mine was shipped yesterday.

We would like you to know that your order has shipped!
All items were shipped unless noted in the BackOrd column below. Items on backorder will follow.

Your shipment confirmation # is ****** received on 02/26/13. You will need to refer to your shipment confirmation # if you e-mail us.

Ordered Shipped BackOrd Title
1 1 0 REPULSION (BR)
1 1 0 ANATOMY OF A MURDER (BR)
1 1 0 TWO-LANE BLACKTOP (BR)
1 1 0 PATHS OF GLORY (BR)
1 1 0 ARMY OF SHADOWS (BR)
1 1 0 PARIS, TEXAS (BR)
1 1 0 CHE (BR)
1 1 0 DAYS OF HEAVEN (BR)
1 1 0 NIGHT OF THE HUNTER, THE (BR)

On my other two titles, "On the Waterfront" & "Man Who Knew Too Much", I was given a mid-March ship date.

ZooTv · 02-28-2013, 12:07 PM

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Originally Posted by mbarto

On my other two titles, "On the Waterfront" & "Man Who Knew Too Much", I was given a mid-March ship date.

Did they still apply the 50% off for those titles despite being currently OOS?

CusackstheMan · 02-28-2013, 12:51 PM

Just got this response from Criterion per my order:

Thanks for writing in and for your order! We received thousands of
orders during our flash sale and our warehouse is working to get them
all processed by the end of the week. We appreciate your patience
during this busy time. You will be notified when your order ships.
Also, you can always check the status of your order by logging into
your account at criterion.com (MY ACCOUNT> ORDERS).

Thank you for supporting Criterion and enjoy your films!

All best,
Susan

paulgeneacepeter · 02-28-2013, 12:56 PM

I got shipping confirmation today with a tracking number.

RandyK · 02-28-2013, 01:05 PM

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Originally Posted by paulgeneacepeter

I got shipping confirmation today with a tracking number.

Me too! Can't wait!

ccg1978 · 02-28-2013, 01:52 PM

Be patient people! I have so many movies to watch between what I have bought and Netflix I can wait!

jrsl76 · 02-28-2013, 01:55 PM

Order shipped!

I finally have gotten around to checking out La Promesse, my 1st Dardenne brothers film. I started it last night, but had to leave for work so today I'll finish it. It was different than I expected. Very emotionally engaging and I drew me in quickly. I will have to pull out and watch Rosetta next so that I'm ready for The Kid With The Bike when it arrives in a few days.

mbarto · 02-28-2013, 02:34 PM

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Originally Posted by ZooTv

Did they still apply the 50% off for those titles despite being currently OOS?

Yes, they did!

Shipment #2

Estimated ship date 20 Mar 2013
.On the Waterfront
Criterion Blu-Ray (CC2096BD) - Quantity: 1$24.97
The Man Who Knew Too Much
Criterion Blu-Ray (CC2220BD) - Quantity: 1$19.97
Subtotal: $44.94
Standard shipping: $0.00
Shipment #2 Total:$44.94

CusackstheMan · 02-28-2013, 02:40 PM

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Originally Posted by mbarto

Yes, they did!

Shipment #2

Estimated ship date 20 Mar 2013
.On the Waterfront
Criterion Blu-Ray (CC2096BD) - Quantity: 1$24.97
The Man Who Knew Too Much
Criterion Blu-Ray (CC2220BD) - Quantity: 1$19.97
Subtotal: $44.94
Standard shipping: $0.00
Shipment #2 Total:$44.94

But I'm hoping that my order is processed by the end of the week, considering the email I received and fact that none of my orders were backordered (so it seems)

GxyExpress999 · 02-28-2013, 02:40 PM

On the Waterfront
Sansho the Bailiff
Two-Lane Blacktop
Pina
The Kid With a Bike
Chronicle of a Summer

Scheduled Delivery:
Thursday, 02/28/2013, By End of Day

02-28-2013, 02:40 PM	#63600
GxyExpress999 Blu-ray Ninja Top contributor Member since:Oct 2008 Location:US of A Home Theater Gallery:7	Criterion.com sale On the Waterfront Sansho the Bailiff Two-Lane Blacktop Pina The Kid With a Bike Chronicle of a Summer Scheduled Delivery: Thursday, 02/28/2013, By End of Day

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02-28-2013, 10:50 AM	#63587
CusackstheMan Member Member since:Jan 2011 Blu-ray collection:45	Since no one responded to my late night post, I'll repost this here. I am awaiting a response from Criterion on this issue: I just looked under My account on the Criterion website and it says the estimated ship date for my three Flash Sale movies, On the Waterfront, Videodrome and Thin Red Line is March 20. Hmmm...I got the discounted price for all three films so it's not like any were out when I ordered. And to think I bought three to avoid $5.95 4-7 day shipping. Anybody have a guess at an explanation for this?

02-28-2013, 11:03 AM	#63588
Spire Expert Member Member since:Aug 2011 4K collection:22 Blu-ray collection:630 DVD collection:33 Trading Score:1	Is one listed as backordered?

02-28-2013, 11:37 AM	#63590
ZooTv Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Dec 2010 Location:In the back, off the side, far away 4K collection:22 Blu-ray collection:319 DVD collection:105 Blu-ray reviews: 8 Trading Score:44	Both of my orders are still yet to ship... With being used to Amazon Prime this will surely feel like an eternity.

02-28-2013, 12:51 PM	#63593
CusackstheMan Member Member since:Jan 2011 Blu-ray collection:45	Just got this response from Criterion per my order: Thanks for writing in and for your order! We received thousands of orders during our flash sale and our warehouse is working to get them all processed by the end of the week. We appreciate your patience during this busy time. You will be notified when your order ships. Also, you can always check the status of your order by logging into your account at criterion.com (MY ACCOUNT> ORDERS). Thank you for supporting Criterion and enjoy your films! All best, Susan

02-28-2013, 12:56 PM	#63594
paulgeneacepeter Senior Member Member since:Aug 2012 Location:Toronto Trading Score:31	I got shipping confirmation today with a tracking number.

02-28-2013, 01:52 PM	#63596
ccg1978 Special Member Member since:Jan 2012 Location:The Quaker State, USA Blu-ray collection:420 DVD collection:50 Digital collection:109 Trading Score:79	Be patient people! I have so many movies to watch between what I have bought and Netflix I can wait!

02-28-2013, 01:55 PM	#63597
jrsl76 Blu-ray Samurai Top contributor Member since:Nov 2010 Location:Glendale, CA 4K collection:316 Blu-ray collection:3240 DVD collection:637 Trading Score:66	Order shipped! I finally have gotten around to checking out La Promesse, my 1st Dardenne brothers film. I started it last night, but had to leave for work so today I'll finish it. It was different than I expected. Very emotionally engaging and I drew me in quickly. I will have to pull out and watch Rosetta next so that I'm ready for The Kid With The Bike when it arrives in a few days.

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