Dark Force Entertainment Discussion Thread

[SuperFlyHighGuy]

Originally Posted by AKNewbie

You forgot "physicist, neurosurgeon, test pilot, and rock musician".

and "man"

[Dark Force]

Originally Posted by Hedji

Hey it's Tom the new acting General Manager for Dark Force. Quite the contrary Hedji, in fact if you read many of the comments on the post many of the fans did get that this one is a grind house experience with an actual 35 mm drive-in print complete with some lines and splices and of course most importantly that Gates of Hell main title. We are not knocking the BLUE UNDERGROUND version, this one just has an altogether different feel to it. Definitely seems to have deeper or brighter colors if that's the proper way to describe it. The biggest difference is watching the BU version is like seeing a restored master whereas the DF feels like you are watching it at the drive-in. Perhaps some actual clips from the new master would be more appropriate. I can make that happen and soon.

[Davidian]

Tom (NotDave) are you planning on opening the store anytime soon?

[gbm82]

Originally Posted by DR Herbert West

It all makes sense now...

At the Drive-In - "Lopsided" (HD) - YouTube

[Hedji]

Originally Posted by Dark Force

Hey it's Tom the new acting General Manager for Dark Force. Quite the contrary Hedji, in fact if you read many of the comments on the post many of the fans did get that this one is a grind house experience with an actual 35 mm drive-in print complete with some lines and splices and of course most importantly that Gates of Hell main title. We are not knocking the BLUE UNDERGROUND version, this one just has an altogether different feel to it. Definitely seems to have deeper or brighter colors if that's the proper way to describe it. The biggest difference is watching the BU version is like seeing a restored master whereas the DF feels like you are watching it at the drive-in. Perhaps some actual clips from the new master would be more appropriate. I can make that happen and soon.

It's all good, Tom. . I was just having a little internet fun. If you read my comments a few up from yours, you will see that I stated that I totally "get it" in regards to the presentation. Quite honestly, I think the drive-in experience is terrific, and plan to buy it at a reasonable price at a convenient hour of the day.

If you are in the mindset of taking feedback from customers, please consider that, unlike with Dead Pit, most will be double or triple (quadruple?) dipping on the Fulci title as a curio piece presentation. I'm not really interested in Psycho From Texas, but give me lots of Drive-In cartoons and intermissions. I raise these points to plant a bug in your ear as you consider price point. For $22 plus shipping, I will add this title to my collection for the fourth time. For Dead Pit pricing, I will live without it.

[jdw89]

I was hoping to check out the Dead Pit, guess not.

[CineSicko]

Thanks, Tom, for the images of a badly decomposed infant corpse. That'll teach me to peruse this thread while having my breakfast.

[Ruined]

Would be cool to have mstching glow in the dark slipcovers for drive in 1-5 if reasonably priced (see VS slip pricing)

[babybreese]

Originally Posted by CineSicko

PSYCHO FROM TEXAS in HD. Can't wait.

They better fix the screwed up framing from the DVD.

Originally Posted by DR Herbert West

GATES OF HELL: The Black Crush Edition

Looks like shit edition is more accurate.

[dawnofthediscs]

Originally Posted by babybreese

They better fix the screwed up framing from the DVD.



Looks like shit edition is more accurate.

I have a feeling the framing will be the least of people’s worries when this drops

[frakking toaster]

Originally Posted by babybreese

They better fix the screwed up framing from the DVD.



Looks like shit edition is more accurate.

It's the "Worse is better edition, idiots!" Edition.

[Ruined]

Originally Posted by babybreese

They better fix the screwed up framing from the DVD.



Looks like shit edition is more accurate.

I believe the DF release is taken from a theatrical 35mm print. If you want the most "accurate" presentation that would be scorpions release. The DF release is an alternative drive-in/grindhouse presentation for fans of the film who would be interested for nostalgia purposes and to have an alt version of the transfer.

[deltatauhobbit]

Originally Posted by babybreese

They better fix the screwed up framing from the DVD.

To further capture the authentic drive-in experience, the framing actually should be a bit "off". It's not like the projectionists were working at the prestigious Grauman's Chinese Theatre, they were working at a drive-in. We should expect the quality framing that some teenager can muster who was busy making out with his girlfriend between reels. Or better yet, maybe ate some nachos and got cheese on some of the frames, or cut out a few nudity frames to keep for themselves.

Step up your game Dark Force! I want nacho cheese on the film scan and missing nudity frames to really complete the drive-in express. A coupon for an overpriced hot dog at the concession stand would also help.

[Gotho(redux)]

Originally Posted by babybreese

They better fix the screwed up framing from the DVD.

What is this Psycho From Texas dvd everyone keeps speaking of? I looked all over Ebay and even a google search and can find nary a mention of such a thing. Only vhs and bootleg copies are turning up.

[wicky_J]

Originally Posted by Gotho(redux)

What is this Psycho From Texas dvd everyone keeps speaking of? I looked all over Ebay and even a google search and can find nary a mention of such a thing. Only vhs and bootleg copies are turning up.

It's on a Code Red six-pack dvd set.

[WinterBox]

Originally Posted by Profondo

Miribeau is an Über-Troll of the highest order who's been ripping the piss out of everyone (mods included) on these boards for far too long - there's no way on earth she is a pension-age homebody watching exploitation movies in her kitchen, with a career that encompasses CSI law enforcement, a doctor, store owner, preacher and any others she conjures up for her twisted persona! She's taking this place and the users here for complete mugs!

Bravo.

Now factor in the FACT that nobody on this thread ... NOBODY read it's 10,000 word response to you.

[Frightener22]

Originally Posted by WinterBox

Bravo.

Now factor in the FACT that nobody on this thread ... NOBODY read it's 10,000 word response to you.

[Show spoiler]

We can all rest easy as she's been suspended thankfully. Let's all move on and actually discuss the label and their releases

[WinterBox]

Is this a still from the VHS version? Asking for a friend.



Oooh. I think I see mine. Very excited.

[Gotho(redux)]

Originally Posted by wicky_J

It's on a Code Red six-pack dvd set.

Thank you! That would explain why I couldn't find it. Searching for this dvd, it would appear the Dark Force store has some in stock, but buying a copy is not so easy.

Also, totally unrelated, but has the forum been loading really slowly for anyone else today?

[JasonMichael]

Originally Posted by Gotho(redux)

Also, totally unrelated, but has the forum been loading really slowly for anyone else today?

It was for me as well. Seems fine now.