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Cheerupemokid · 03-25-2010, 09:22 PM

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Originally Posted by kpkelley

There is one difference, you get a nice cardboard case to throw away.

I'm actually happy this question was just asked an answered. I was about ready to buy both movies seperately (I hate box sets for the most part) but knowing that this is essentially a box you can get rid of and just pretend you bought them seperately anyway...I'm all over that.

skylog · 03-25-2010, 09:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Cheerupemokid

I'm actually happy this question was just asked an answered. I was about ready to buy both movies seperately (I hate box sets for the most part) but knowing that this is essentially a box you can get rid of and just pretend you bought them seperately anyway...I'm all over that.

i almost did the same as well. we think alike. 5.00 cheaper to boot (on amazon at least)

Bluyoda · 03-25-2010, 09:43 PM

Thanks. I just ordered the Combo Pack!

ChadFL · 03-25-2010, 11:14 PM

Since most of the folks on this thread are fans of arthouse films I figured I'd throw this out there. There is an "up to 52% off" sale on Kino films at Deep Discount online. Big selection of a couple hundred films. Looks like all regular DVD though.

http://www.deepdiscount.com/Movie-De...romoCode=23405

fdm · 03-25-2010, 11:31 PM

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Originally Posted by ccfixx

Well, nowhere on Criteron's site does it state that releases will be received on or before the release date, does it? It doesn't. The only statement Criterion issues on every order is that it will be shipped by the release date. So, therefore I don't see you having a valid argument with your order not arriving on the release date. If your impatience is that high, then I suggest not taking the risk with Criterion for your pre-orders. And you can always track the package with the UPS tracking # they provide for your disc orders. My March 23rd orders shipped last Thursday, as well, and were received yesterday. Criterion ships from Kentucky, so I would expect East Coast orders to be received sooner than parts out west.

CC

Never said they did. My gripe is shipping via UPS when site says it will ship USPS to PO boxes. And when I get home, will see if there are any other gripes to add; if so, definitely won't be using Criterion again. Okay with you?

stobbart · 03-25-2010, 11:34 PM

Just ordered The White Hell of Pitz Palu....dont think it will be coming to Criterion blu anytime soon, and I have been waiting to get it at a good price. $14.38 + free shipping

fdm · 03-25-2010, 11:42 PM

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Originally Posted by captveg

Despite some spectacular titles in spine #201-300, somewhat slim pickings for obvious (e.g., more financially viable) titles, so perhaps a few surprise Blu-ray releases from this part of the catalog could be afoot. Again, some box sets would make my more likely list if they weren't box sets: #203-206 The BRD Trilogy, #208-212 A Film Trilogy by Ingmar Bergman, #250-256 John Cassavetes: Five Films (perhaps one of the titles by itself, like #253 A Woman Under the Influence), #282-285 Andrzej Wajda: Three War Films (perhaps just #285 Ashes and Diamonds). I could also see # 248 Videodrome and #249 The Battle of Algiers getting released, though I have no real compelling reason to speculate on them.

Thoughts?

I'd bet on the BRD Trilogy coming to blu (unless for some reason it didn't sell very well). Throw in Lili Marlene too while they're at it.

fdm · 03-25-2010, 11:45 PM

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Originally Posted by McCrutchy

Before I give in to finally getting The Cook, the Thief, His Wife and Her Lover on the OOP R1 DVD for an obscene amount, wasn't Criterion supposed to e releasing this like last year? Does anyone know anything further about it?

Probably be smarter to import it. Last time I checked (a while ago), there was a UK PAL release still available.

MONTEL · 03-26-2010, 12:19 AM

i WISH SOMEONE WOULD HAVE A SALE THERE IS A BUNCH OF CRITERION BL-RAYS I WANT TO BUY BUT I'M NOT PAYING OVER $20 APIECE FOR THEM

captveg · 03-26-2010, 12:20 AM

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Originally Posted by fdm

I'd bet on the BRD Trilogy coming to blu (unless for some reason it didn't sell very well). Throw in Lili Marlene too while they're at it.

Certainly more likely than larger box sets.

kndy · 03-26-2010, 12:41 AM

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Originally Posted by ChadFL

Since most of the folks on this thread are fans of arthouse films I figured I'd throw this out there. There is an "up to 52% off" sale on Kino films at Deep Discount online. Big selection of a couple hundred films. Looks like all regular DVD though.

I'm going crazy with this sale like the B&N 50% off sale from November. A bit ticked at myself because I had the "Fanny Trilogy" in my cart but waited too long while I was looking at the other titles and by the time I checked out....they ran out of copies. Not sure how quick DD would get more copies in but nevertheless, purchased plenty!

I am still tempted on "La Ronde"...since Anna Karina and Jane Fonda are in it but heard it's a bad remake of the original Ophuls film.

And yeah...these are DVD's and I doubt many of them, especially the films from 1897-1930's will get a Blu-ray release unlike the popular titles which have major funding for restoration. But for silent film fans...this sale is like a rare opportunity and I'm loving it!

SpiderBaby · 03-26-2010, 01:44 AM

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Originally Posted by MONTEL

i WISH SOMEONE WOULD HAVE A SALE THERE IS A BUNCH OF CRITERION BL-RAYS I WANT TO BUY BUT I'M NOT PAYING OVER $20 APIECE FOR THEM

Then you picked the wrong company to purchase from.

jsummers157@ · 03-26-2010, 05:55 AM

Just watched Days of Heaven the other day and was amazed. The movie itself was gorgeous. Have read many reviews that claim it's the most beautiful movie ever shot and can definitely see why. The epic, dramatic panoramic views of what is supposed to be Texas and the connection of nature to everyday life was breathtaking. Considering it was made over 30 years ago, the picture quality was phenomenal--better quality-wise than most recent movies. Glad to see that The Thin Red Line looks to be coming out later this year and hoping Badlands finds a blu release very soon, also.

neo78956 · 03-26-2010, 07:48 AM

Had to go to THREE different Best Buy stores to FINALLY locate the Yojimbo & Sanjuro box set. Was hoping to find Yojimbo by itself and save money, but then I realized it was cheaper to buy the box set. Can't wait to watch them this weekend in glorious hi-def.

Quick question about the disc-replacement program.

I have The 400 Blows, The Third Man, and Last Year at Marienbad all in old cases. I don't have a Paypal account, is there any other way to order the case replacements? Or do I need Paypal?

ShellOilJunior · 03-26-2010, 11:02 AM

DD's sales are a mirage. They just take the % of the list price. In the end it's comparable to Amazon.

ccfixx · 03-26-2010, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by neo78956

Had to go to THREE different Best Buy stores to FINALLY locate the Yojimbo & Sanjuro box set. Was hoping to find Yojimbo by itself and save money, but then I realized it was cheaper to buy the box set. Can't wait to watch them this weekend in glorious hi-def.

Did you not have a computer nearby so that you could check the availabilty of the movies before wasting the time to drive around to three Best Buy stores?

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Originally Posted by neo78956

Quick question about the disc-replacement program.

I have The 400 Blows, The Third Man, and Last Year at Marienbad all in old cases. I don't have a Paypal account, is there any other way to order the case replacements? Or do I need Paypal?

From what I've heard, you can call Criterion directly and they'll accept a credit card payment over the phone for the replacement cases.

CC

JediFonger · 03-26-2010, 02:55 PM

ccfixx, you *should* be criterion

. they owe u a lot of comission chex. just sayin'

neo78956 · 03-26-2010, 03:16 PM

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Originally Posted by ccfixx

Did you not have a computer nearby so that you could check the availabilty of the movies before wasting the time to drive around to three Best Buy stores?

From what I've heard, you can call Criterion directly and they'll accept a credit card payment over the phone for the replacement cases.

CC

I checked the availability, and all three said they had it. When I got there, it was nowhere to be found

Hmm, I'll try calling Criterion then. I'd really rather not use Paypal.

ccfixx · 03-26-2010, 03:39 PM

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Originally Posted by JediFonger

ccfixx, you *should* be criterion

. they owe u a lot of comission chex. just sayin'

The people at Criterion just call me Chris.

Just kidding. I'm just an admirer of Criterion's output, and I try to supply the facts to the masses when I come across them. Other than that, I'm pretty much useless.

There are many other users on here that have given more money to Criterion than I ever have, that's for sure. Thanks, though.

CC

JediFonger · 03-26-2010, 04:21 PM

hehehe =). do you have HT gallery?

that reminds me, all your Criterion luvers: what gear do you plan your Criterion on?

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03-25-2010, 09:43 PM	#7323
Bluyoda Blu-ray Ninja Top contributor Member since:Dec 2008 Location:Dagobah Home Theater Gallery:103 4K collection:160 Blu-ray collection:1383 Blu-ray reviews: 263 Trading Score:4	Thanks. I just ordered the Combo Pack!

03-25-2010, 11:14 PM	#7324
ChadFL Blu-ray Archduke Member since:Dec 2009 Location:Daytona Beach, FL Blu-ray collection:556 DVD collection:5	Since most of the folks on this thread are fans of arthouse films I figured I'd throw this out there. There is an "up to 52% off" sale on Kino films at Deep Discount online. Big selection of a couple hundred films. Looks like all regular DVD though. http://www.deepdiscount.com/Movie-De...romoCode=23405

03-25-2010, 11:34 PM	#7326
stobbart Power Member Top contributor Member since:Feb 2009 4K collection:143 Blu-ray collection:1199 Trading Score:6	Just ordered The White Hell of Pitz Palu....dont think it will be coming to Criterion blu anytime soon, and I have been waiting to get it at a good price. $14.38 + free shipping

03-26-2010, 12:19 AM	#7329
MONTEL Member Member since:Mar 2010	i WISH SOMEONE WOULD HAVE A SALE THERE IS A BUNCH OF CRITERION BL-RAYS I WANT TO BUY BUT I'M NOT PAYING OVER $20 APIECE FOR THEM

03-26-2010, 05:55 AM	#7333
jsummers157@ Active Member Member since:Aug 2009 Location:North Carolina Blu-ray collection:2258 DVD collection:134	Just watched Days of Heaven the other day and was amazed. The movie itself was gorgeous. Have read many reviews that claim it's the most beautiful movie ever shot and can definitely see why. The epic, dramatic panoramic views of what is supposed to be Texas and the connection of nature to everyday life was breathtaking. Considering it was made over 30 years ago, the picture quality was phenomenal--better quality-wise than most recent movies. Glad to see that The Thin Red Line looks to be coming out later this year and hoping Badlands finds a blu release very soon, also.

03-26-2010, 07:48 AM	#7334
neo78956 Senior Member Member since:Dec 2008 4K collection:413 Blu-ray collection:1130 Blu-ray reviews:1	Had to go to THREE different Best Buy stores to FINALLY locate the Yojimbo & Sanjuro box set. Was hoping to find Yojimbo by itself and save money, but then I realized it was cheaper to buy the box set. Can't wait to watch them this weekend in glorious hi-def. Quick question about the disc-replacement program. I have The 400 Blows, The Third Man, and Last Year at Marienbad all in old cases. I don't have a Paypal account, is there any other way to order the case replacements? Or do I need Paypal?

03-26-2010, 11:02 AM	#7335
ShellOilJunior Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Mar 2009 Location:USA Blu-ray reviews:3 Trading Score:10	DD's sales are a mirage. They just take the % of the list price. In the end it's comparable to Amazon.

03-26-2010, 02:55 PM	#7337
JediFonger Blu-ray Guru Member since:Nov 2009 4K collection:248 Blu-ray collection:1350 DVD collection:144 Digital collection:1 Trading Score:47	ccfixx, you should be criterion . they owe u a lot of comission chex. just sayin'

03-26-2010, 04:21 PM	#7340
JediFonger Blu-ray Guru Member since:Nov 2009 4K collection:248 Blu-ray collection:1350 DVD collection:144 Digital collection:1 Trading Score:47	hehehe =). do you have HT gallery? that reminds me, all your Criterion luvers: what gear do you plan your Criterion on?

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