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*PREACHER* · 07-10-2013, 12:24 AM

I think it would have been a perfect film had Peter Lorre been the villain in the Jimmy Stewart version...but that's just me.

octagon · 07-10-2013, 12:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Lutz

Just got VIDEODROME blu in the post and pleasantly surprised they kept the VHS packaging from the DVD - I had the impression the blu was just a normal plastic case with the outer artwork.

Far from my favorite Criterion (not knocking it, mind you, I'm very glad to have it) but I'm pretty sure it's my favorite case.

lim.davidd · 07-10-2013, 12:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Abdrewes

Agreed. It ranks high among Powell and Pressburger's finest visual achievements.

Also, keep on the lookout for A Matter of Life and Death on channels like TCM.

A Matter of Life and Death was re-released on Region 1 DVD, much better than the R2 Carlton Edition

Abdrewes · 07-10-2013, 12:31 AM

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Originally Posted by octagon

A combination of comedic and dramatic elements is a Hitchcock staple. Sometimes the comedy is more toward the dry, witty end of the spectrum. Sometimes (and this is one of them, The Lady Vanishes might be another) the comedy is of a broader, almost slapstick/vaudeville variety.

And like a lot of other Hitchcock films, you have to take this one on its own terms. The story doesn't really make a lot of sense. It's not a modern, realistic drama. It's a showcase for interesting characters, interesting situations, fun dialogue and some pretty cool visuals.

I'm not a huge fan of early Hitchcock but I've warmed up to them quite a bit over the years.

I think the Stewart version tries too hard at times. Everything is a little too self-consciously 'big'. This one seems more comfortable in its own skin.

Maybe this is largely a function of my own expectations but the first one has a certain charm that's lacking in the remake.

Yeah the scale of his early films is something I was disappointed in when i start from the 50s/60s then worked through his filmography in reverse chronological order. However, the expert visual execution is still there. Sure, it's simpler and not coupled with an overpowering Bernard Herman score, but still effective.

It's too bad in still showing my little brother the "Big Hitchcock films", thus it will be a while until we get to said Jimmy Stewart version.

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Originally Posted by lim.davidd

A Matter of Life and Death was re-released on Region 1 DVD, much better than the R2 Carlton Edition

Thanks David! I will definitely keep that in mind if I get too impatient waiting for the BluRay.

jw007 · 07-10-2013, 12:55 AM

Here is my haul for today.

Shoah - $36.99 (+ tax)
The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp - $16.32 (+ tax)
Life is Sweet - $16.32 (+ tax)
Howards End - $16.33 (+ tax)

Howards End is of course OOP now!

I used the $8 coupon for Shoah and for the other 3 I bought in a separate transaction using the $5 coupon. Both of course had my 10% member discount too. Not a bad day!

Check out my photo below!

greekak229 · 07-10-2013, 01:17 AM

First Barnes visit I picked up Things to Come BD, Down by Law BD and Empire of Passion on DVD. Just warming up.

GoldMotel · 07-10-2013, 01:19 AM

Snagged On the Waterfront today and picking up Howard's End tomorrow (had some trouble finding a store that had it [but not on hold], but finally prevailed!).

Also, after long deliberation, I decided to sell my copy of Fanny and Alexander. I just couldn't get into it. No matter how hard I tried.

Edward J Grug III · 07-10-2013, 01:25 AM

I prefer the remake of The Man Who Knew Too Much, but neither are Hitchcock's best works.

There's great stuff in both though.

RandyK · 07-10-2013, 01:32 AM

I want to call this my final list but I keep switching out titles:

Brazil
Godzilla
M
Island of Lost Souls
Safety Last

I think I'm going to wait on Solaris. No particular reason as to why (although I could swap Safety Last for that but I kinda want to get a silent film). How is Island of Lost Souls?

I don't want to spend too much because of all the horror titles coming out and Criterion's potential Cronenberg films.

UNCMT9 · 07-10-2013, 01:52 AM

Not many people mentioning Things to Come. Worth a blind buy?

Abdrewes · 07-10-2013, 01:56 AM

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Originally Posted by UNCMT9

Not many people mentioning Things to Come. Worth a blind buy?

Definitely rent before you buy. Even Robinson Crusoe on Mars is a safer blindbuy.

*for SciFi completists only*

UNCMT9 · 07-10-2013, 01:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Abdrewes

Definitely rent before you buy. Even Robinson Crusoe on Mars is a safer blindbuy.

*for SciFi completists only*

That's worthy of a face palm!

Abdrewes · 07-10-2013, 02:00 AM

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Originally Posted by UNCMT9

That's worthy of a face palm!

I take it you didn't like Robinson Crusoe on Mars?

UNCMT9 · 07-10-2013, 02:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Abdrewes

I take it you didn't like Robinson Crusoe on Mars?

I didn't dislike it but its not my cup of tea. I just thought it was funny that you said it was a safer blind buy

blackhawktraffic · 07-10-2013, 02:15 AM

La Promesse, Rosetta,The Kid With the Bike...And thoughts on these?

I havent heard much if anything at all lately or at all about these movies but they seem very well received and the director has 3 in the CC.

Abdrewes · 07-10-2013, 02:23 AM

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Originally Posted by UNCMT9

I didn't dislike it but its not my cup of tea. I just thought it was funny that you said it was a safer blind buy

I stand by those words 100%.

Plus, this can be had super cheap:
https://www.blu-ray.com/movies/The-R...9214/#Overview

Kevin Holly · 07-10-2013, 02:39 AM

Would Letter Never Sent be considered an adventure film? Sorry if this is too vague of a question, but I have read different opinions on this at various places, and thought you Criterion aficionados might have some input.

Hawkguy · 07-10-2013, 02:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Kevin Holly

Would Letter Never Sent be considered an adventure film? Sorry if this is too vague of a question, but I have read different opinions on this at various places, and thought you Criterion aficionados might have some input.

I wouldn't say that, no. Maybe there's some elements there, but that gives the wrong impression, in my opinion.

Abdrewes · 07-10-2013, 02:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Kevin Holly

Would Letter Never Sent be considered an adventure film? Sorry if this is too vague of a question, but I have read different opinions on this at various places, and thought you Criterion aficionados might have some input.

In a way, yes. Adventure/ survival.

It's worth every penny of those $15. As a matter of fact, there isn't a weak film in the group of cheaper releases.

returnofthemack · 07-10-2013, 02:49 AM

just watched 12 angry men and I have to say that one was a doozy. really good movie. I don't even want to put anything else in the player bc it will just be a massive let down after watching that.

07-10-2013, 12:55 AM	#76185
jw007 Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jul 2012 Location:Between PA, NJ, FL, and the Middle East Blu-ray collection:628 Blu-ray reviews:2 Trading Score:5	My Barnes & Noble haul for July 9, 2013 Here is my haul for today. Shoah - $36.99 (+ tax) The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp - $16.32 (+ tax) Life is Sweet - $16.32 (+ tax) Howards End - $16.33 (+ tax) Howards End is of course OOP now! I used the $8 coupon for Shoah and for the other 3 I bought in a separate transaction using the $5 coupon. Both of course had my 10% member discount too. Not a bad day! Check out my photo below! Last edited by jw007; 07-10-2013 at 12:58 AM.

07-10-2013, 01:32 AM	#76189
RandyK Blu-ray Samurai Top contributor Member since:Dec 2012 Location:Columbus, Ohio 4K collection:1110 Blu-ray collection:4904 DVD collection:131 Digital collection:17 Prime collection:12 Trading Score:6	I want to call this my final list but I keep switching out titles: Brazil Godzilla M Island of Lost Souls Safety Last I think I'm going to wait on Solaris. No particular reason as to why (although I could swap Safety Last for that but I kinda want to get a silent film). How is Island of Lost Souls? I don't want to spend too much because of all the horror titles coming out and Criterion's potential Cronenberg films. Last edited by RandyK; 07-10-2013 at 01:36 AM.

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07-10-2013, 12:24 AM	#76181
PREACHER Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Apr 2012 Trading Score:5	I think it would have been a perfect film had Peter Lorre been the villain in the Jimmy Stewart version...but that's just me.

07-10-2013, 01:17 AM	#76186
greekak229 Blu-ray Guru Top contributor Member since:May 2009 Location:Los Angeles 4K collection:2 Blu-ray collection:1361 DVD collection:3 Blu-ray reviews: 8	First Barnes visit I picked up Things to Come BD, Down by Law BD and Empire of Passion on DVD. Just warming up.

07-10-2013, 01:19 AM	#76187
GoldMotel Blu-ray Guru Top contributor Member since:Jun 2012 Location:California, USA 4K collection:70 Blu-ray collection:345 iTunes collection:22	Snagged On the Waterfront today and picking up Howard's End tomorrow (had some trouble finding a store that had it [but not on hold], but finally prevailed!). Also, after long deliberation, I decided to sell my copy of Fanny and Alexander. I just couldn't get into it. No matter how hard I tried.

07-10-2013, 01:25 AM	#76188
Edward J Grug III Power Member Member since:Mar 2013 4K collection:5 Blu-ray collection:1110	I prefer the remake of The Man Who Knew Too Much, but neither are Hitchcock's best works. There's great stuff in both though.

07-10-2013, 01:52 AM	#76190
UNCMT9 Blu-ray Guru Member since:Jan 2012 Location:Knoxville, TN Blu-ray collection:191 Trading Score:3	Not many people mentioning Things to Come. Worth a blind buy?

07-10-2013, 02:15 AM	#76195
blackhawktraffic Blu-ray Guru Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Upland, CA 4K collection:17 Blu-ray collection:18 Blu-ray reviews: 4 Trading Score:228	La Promesse, Rosetta,The Kid With the Bike...And thoughts on these? I havent heard much if anything at all lately or at all about these movies but they seem very well received and the director has 3 in the CC.

07-10-2013, 02:39 AM	#76197
Kevin Holly Banned Member since:Nov 2011 Location:Canada	Would Letter Never Sent be considered an adventure film? Sorry if this is too vague of a question, but I have read different opinions on this at various places, and thought you Criterion aficionados might have some input.

07-10-2013, 02:49 AM	#76200
returnofthemack Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jun 2012 Location:Ohio 4K collection:124 Blu-ray collection:885 DVD collection:353 Trading Score:176	just watched 12 angry men and I have to say that one was a doozy. really good movie. I don't even want to put anything else in the player bc it will just be a massive let down after watching that.

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