Lord of the Rings Trilogy (Theatrical Versions) - April 6, 2010

[Goldengirl]

I haven't got time right now to check if this has been mentioned already. Just a head's up.

[The Dragon]

Originally Posted by bg_nyc

I think there's a difference between being ugrateful and being critical of a transfer that you pay your hard-earned money for. Delivering a product that is not as good as it should be is a disservice to the customer, and the customer has a right to complain... and complaining helps. Criticizing criticism is an easy way to get labeled 'fanboy'.

[lDlisturb3d]

i stay having fun with these awesome films. They get 5 star treatment in my HT, the AQ and Storyline makes you look past the PQ in FOTR. Im very happy with my purchase. Like i said before i would buy this 5 times over

[gregmasciola]

Originally Posted by radagast

Here are some more:

[Show spoiler]Galadriel was not a sorceress. She was a powerful elf who wore one of the three elf-rings of power. The temptation of Galadriel was different in the books. She didn't transform into some menacing figure.

That part looked so fake in the movie.

[P@t_Mtl]

Originally Posted by deeman54

i stay having fun with these awesome films. They get 5 star treatment in my HT, the AQ and Storyline makes you look past the PQ in FOTR. Im very happy with my purchase. Like i said before i would buy this 5 times over

Have you not been listening to the posts? These are horrible releases, you should not be enjoying them

[Fighter]

Originally Posted by deeman54

i stay having fun with these awesome films. They get 5 star treatment in my HT, the AQ and Storyline makes you look past the PQ in FOTR. Im very happy with my purchase. Like i said before i would buy this 5 times over

[john_1958]

back of my lord of the rings blu-ray

click on attachment

[lDlisturb3d]

Originally Posted by Fighter

They don't wanna hear the truth. It makes em go crazy LOL.

[Fighter]

They can't handle the truth!!!

[drichter33]

Originally Posted by Brodo Faggins

Probably not. It comes across as just attention seeking.

I dont need to spend time on a message board to get "attention" as you put it. Nor make comments that to some are at one extreme end of the spectrum to be heard. Unlike some on here, I have other meaningful things in my life that can meet those needs. I just come on here because there is alot of useful information that can be found in these forums and it is supposed to be a place to share opinions.

Apparently not in this thread however as the tone has become rude in here.
That might qualify more as "attention craving".

And no, I dont have an exact to the second screenshot comparison that can be compared and critiqued endlessly. Nor do I have the time or inclination to spend on it. IT WAS AN IMPRESSION. A feeling I had when I watched them. NOT A FREAKIN TECHNICAL ANALYSIS, like most of this thread has become.
And yes, while it may have been "extreme" to some, it's overall purpose which is a sentiment that numerous people in this thread have shared, the BRD Transfer of FOTR is UNDERWHELMING for such a big BRD release.

[lDlisturb3d]

calm down guys!!!

[radagast]

Originally Posted by drichter33

I dont need to spend time on a message board to get "attention" as you put it. Nor make comments that to some are at one extreme end of the spectrum to be heard. Unlike some on here, I have other meaningful things in my life that can meet those needs. I just come on here because there is alot of useful information that can be found in these forums and it is supposed to be a place to share opinions.

Apparently not in this thread however as the tone has become rude in here.
That might qualify more as "attention craving".

And no, I dont have an exact to the second screenshot comparison that can be compared and critiqued endlessly. Nor do I have the time or inclination to spend on it. IT WAS AN IMPRESSION. A feeling I had when I watched them. NOT A FREAKIN TECHNICAL ANALYSIS, like most of this thread has become.
And yes, while it may have been "extreme" to some, it's overall purpose which is a sentiment that numerous people in this thread have shared, the BRD Transfer of FOTR is UNDERWHELMING for such a big BRD release.

Maybe your TV's to blame.

[Fighter]

Originally Posted by deeman54

calm down guys!!!

+1

Relax gentlemen

[Chordata]

Originally Posted by drichter33

I dont need to spend time on a message board to get "attention" as you put it. Nor make comments that to some are at one extreme end of the spectrum to be heard. Unlike some on here, I have other meaningful things in my life that can meet those needs. I just come on here because there is alot of useful information that can be found in these forums and it is supposed to be a place to share opinions.

Apparently not in this thread however as the tone has become rude in here.
That might qualify more as "attention craving".

And no, I dont have an exact to the second screenshot comparison that can be compared and critiqued endlessly. Nor do I have the time or inclination to spend on it. IT WAS AN IMPRESSION. A feeling I had when I watched them. NOT A FREAKIN TECHNICAL ANALYSIS, like most of this thread has become.
And yes, while it may have been "extreme" to some, it's overall purpose which is a sentiment that numerous people in this thread have shared, the BRD Transfer of FOTR is UNDERWHELMING for such a big BRD release.

I think some people just want to understand your impression, since not many people have stated that the BDs are inferior to the DVDs.

Was it an overall impression? Was it an impression of a few scenes? Have you watched the DVDs and BDs on the same TV, BD player, etc.?

These sorts of questions help us understand your point.

[drichter33]

Again, I tried to clarify that my first post was misunderstood and I could have edited but didnt feel like it.

I did not intend to state the DVD was better. I was meaning to focus on the fact that I was more impressed with the HD TNT presentation the first time I saw it a year or so ago versus my first viewing of the BRD.

And, my TV is a 61in Smasung DLP from 2007. I watch at apporx 10 ft back. I just replaced the lamp in February. (great usage hours on that- over 10k I estimate). I watch on a PS3 using HDMI to my Onkyo and HDMI out to the TV.

[Jumpman]

Personally, I didn't find the picture quality on Fellowship of the Ring THAT bad. It needs a bit of work but it's much, much better than upconverted DVD image.

My problem with it was the fact that I didn't realize how much I missed certain extended sequences that aren't in these theatrical cuts.

I still contend that The Two Towers and Return of the King suffer in both versions but if I had to pick one NOW after viewing Fellowship theatrical (first time since 2002), I'll take the extended cuts...for better or worse.

[Ken Brown]

The tone in here has drifted into somewhat hostile territory (especially over the last two or three dozen pages). I don't think anyone is saying the release shouldn't or can't be enjoyed, just that they're personally distracted by some of the problems. Each person's viewing is subjective, as is yours. Your opinion may be in the majority, but it shouldn't be used to belittle another person's impressions anymore than theirs should be used to belittle yours.

Just to repeat myself ad nauseum, I felt 'FotR's transfer could be better, but I also think its flaws shouldn't prevent anyone from buying and enjoying this release. Suffice to say, not everyone has to devote themselves to one camp or the other.

Judging PQ and AQ isn't an exact science, and there is no absolute right and wrong answer in the debate (at least not with the facts anyone has on hand). I'll be viewing an original theatrical print of 'FotR' in two weeks, and I'll report back my findings then (and even update my review, if necessary).

Thanks to everyone who has contributed to this ongoing discussion, but try and keep it civil, gentlemen. It's getting a bit unruly here and there

[Chordata]

Originally Posted by drichter33

Again, I tried to clarify that my first post was misunderstood and I could have edited but didnt feel like it.

I did not intend to state the DVD was better. I was meaning to focus on the fact that I was more impressed with the HD TNT presentation the first time I saw it a year or so ago versus my first viewing of the BRD.

And, my TV is a 61in Smasung DLP from 2007. I watch at apporx 10 ft back. I just replaced the lamp in February. (great usage hours on that- over 10k I estimate). I watch on a PS3 using HDMI to my Onkyo and HDMI out to the TV.

Ah, gotcha. I used to be impressed with the HD broadcasts, as well. Then I did a side-by-side comparison of various scenes with my BDs.

I don't think I'll ever go back to watching the HD broadcasts again.

[john_1958]

Originally Posted by O_V_N

Ah, gotcha. I used to be impressed with the HD broadcasts, as well. Then I did a side-by-side comparison of various scenes with my BDs.

I don't think I'll ever go back to watching the HD broadcasts again.

yeah you can't beat blu-ray for picture quality

[Fors*]

I watched FOTR this past weekend on a 92" screen, with a 720p projector. I agree with those that it had a tendency to be soft in certain scenes, whether that was intended or not didn't bother me, as i got lost in the story. I still saw much improved detail in a lot of scenes. My opinion is just like Ken states, it is still a great movie that should be enjoyed.

I will note that the audio was great. It had a terrific dynamic range and depth that really further enhanced the pleasure of watching these movies. Dialog was very clear and was not lost in any of the loud, demanding scenes. Low frequency extension was tight and didn't overwhelm the imaging from the front speakers. Surround use was quite noticeable and really encompassing in those scenes that provided a lot of ambient noises. IMO, the audio really is the triumph for this particular movie.