British Film Institute (BFI) Discussion Thread

[MasterCrayola]

Originally Posted by James78

Naked (trailer) - in UK cinemas and on BFI Blu-ray November 2021 | BFI - YouTube


Product details
RRP: £19.99 / Cat. no. BFIB1432 / 18 / UK / 1993 / 131 mins / English language, with optional subtitles for the Deaf and partial hearing, and audio description / aspect ratio 1.66:1 // BD50: 1080p, 24fps, PCM 2.0 stereo audio (48kHz/24-bit), 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio (48kHz/24-bit)

Does anyone know what’s up with the aspect ratio change? The film has always been 1.85 AFAIK. Was it 1.66 theatrically? Both this and the Criterion transfer were supervised by Mike Leigh so the discrepancy is quite puzzling.

[Scottishguy]

Originally Posted by MasterCrayola

Does anyone know what’s up with the aspect ratio change? The film has always been 1.85 AFAIK. Was it 1.66 theatrically? Both this and the Criterion transfer were supervised by Mike Leigh so the discrepancy is quite puzzling.

I have thought to myself it did seem awfully like a lot of the shots were framed for a 1.66:1 presentation.

[Si Parallel Universe]

So happy about The Proposition 4k it's long been a favourite so I can finally retire my Blu although i may Frankenstein the CD somehow.

Oh and Play for Today Volume Three in a different month spaces out expenses nicely.

[Hintermann]

I just bought Kore-eda'a Of Flesh and Blood collection. Meant to do it earlier but was stuck in India for several months due to Covid related travel limitations.

Of the 4 films in the set, only Still Walking is doubled-up as I have the American Criterion disc for that film. But even then, I can only watch US Criterion (and other A-locked films) on the main lounge TV whereas the BFI one can be played in any room.

[Rutger Lundgren]

Originally Posted by Hintermann

I just bought Kore-eda'a Of Flesh and Blood collection. Meant to do it earlier but was stuck in India for several months due to Covid related travel limitations.

Of the 4 films in the set, only Still Walking is doubled-up as I have the American Criterion disc for that film. But even then, I can only watch US Criterion (and other A-locked films) on the main lounge TV whereas the BFI one can be played in any room.

I love that set immensely, I'm even thinking about getting a second copy for backup, although I'm hoping that we won't have to wait too long for eventual UHD releases of Kore-eda's films.

[_Ewan_]

Does anyone know if The Magician and Smiles of a Summer Night in vol.2 are from newer 2k restorations or the same ones used by Criterion?

[manicsounds]

Originally Posted by _Ewan_

Does anyone know if The Magician and Smiles of a Summer Night in vol.2 are from newer 2k restorations or the same ones used by Criterion?

Same as Criterion

[mande2013]

Wait. Wild Strawberries has never had a standalone blu-ray release in the UK before this...at all?

[magnetiques]

Originally Posted by MasterCrayola

Does anyone know what’s up with the aspect ratio change? The film has always been 1.85 AFAIK. Was it 1.66 theatrically? Both this and the Criterion transfer were supervised by Mike Leigh so the discrepancy is quite puzzling.

going by the new trailer, have to say i'm really liking how it looks in 1:66 tbh

[Televisionhead]

Lots of BFI blu-ray are down to £6 at Fopp, London, including Radio On, Piccadilly, Bait and some Derek Jarman's

[CrockettandTubbs]

Originally Posted by Televisionhead

Lots of BFI blu-ray are down to £6 at Fopp, London, including Radio On, Piccadilly, Bait and some Derek Jarman's

HMV as well?

Going to my 'local' tomorrow - I'll have a look

[CelestialAgent]

Originally Posted by Televisionhead

Lots of BFI blu-ray are down to £6 at Fopp, London, including Radio On, Piccadilly, Bait and some Derek Jarman's

Just as I’m trying to spend less!

[rapta]

Originally Posted by Televisionhead

Lots of BFI blu-ray are down to £6 at Fopp, London, including Radio On, Piccadilly, Bait and some Derek Jarman's

Classic, last time I went to Fopp Covent Garden there were literally no good promotions. Just stuff you could get for the same price in HMV.

Hope they do this offer at HMV soon though, just noticed they have lots of recent titles at £6 in the Fopp offer - The River, Maeve, After Love, Piccadilly, Salaam Bombay, Friendship's Death, County Lines, Lynn + Lucy...even The Pawnbroker (slightly regret pre-ordering that now, if they're going to be half the price so soon). I'd definitely get at least a few of those (especially The River)!

[mmarczi]

Man, those are great deals...too bad I'm in the wrong country.

[justwannaboogie]

Just checked my local HMV - no BFI deals. It's frustrating as hell knowing these bargains are available but I'm 100 miles away. Seems unlikely they'll do it given the Criterion deal is still on.

[CelestialAgent]

Originally Posted by justwannaboogie

Just checked my local HMV - no BFI deals. It's frustrating as hell knowing these bargains are available but I'm 100 miles away. Seems unlikely they'll do it given the Criterion deal is still on.

Gonna have to check the listings for The Light and Arts Picturehouse so I can do a trip away where I stock up on BFI Blu-rays

[Carl_Showalter]

As above, went in Fopp bought La Haine plus a load of others for £6

[Carl_Showalter]

Originally Posted by justwannaboogie

Just checked my local HMV - no BFI deals. It's frustrating as hell knowing these bargains are available but I'm 100 miles away. Seems unlikely they'll do it given the Criterion deal is still on.

Asked in Hmv and was told it's fopp only

[CrockettandTubbs]

Well that sucks

[bleedandtrim]

Anyone know how long the Fopp sale lasts?? La Haine for six quid is insane, would easily make a trip in for that alone. Is it line-wide or select titles (specifically, any of the Cassavetes stuff included?)