Official Film Noir on Blu-ray Thread

[Si Parallel Universe]

Originally Posted by RiFiFi1955

Yeah between Arrow, Indicator and even Signal One we should hopefully see Phantom Lady and some other top tiers sooner than later. Got to be region free these days though I tell ya.

It's a pre 50's RKO title so likely that its Universal/Sony holding the rights. I doubt it's anywhere near Criterion's radar so the most likely contender boutique wise in the UK would be Indicator/PH which at least gives it a chance of being ABC on the Region coding.

There is a DVD in the UK released 5 years ago by some outfit called 'Altitude Film Distribution' (No? Me either) so that yields no clues either.

[philsunset]

Originally Posted by Modman

Une si jolie petite plage (Such a Pretty Little Beach/Riptide) isn't listed on the front page, am I mistaken in my belief that this is a noir?

It absolutely is a film noir. It was shown at the SF Noir City Festival a few years ago. Was the last film of the afternoon and, rightly so, a break was needed after it. The Blu-ray looks great.

[Modman]

Originally Posted by philsunset

It absolutely is a film noir. It was shown at the SF Noir City Festival a few years ago. Was the last film of the afternoon and, rightly so, a break was needed after it. The Blu-ray looks great.

Thanks for the reassurance, MifuneFan any chance adding to the front page?

[MifuneFan]

Originally Posted by Modman

Thanks for the reassurance, MifuneFan any chance adding to the front page?

Added . I've never heard of it, but it sounds like a pretty good movie, and the BD is region free too. Will add it to my wishlist. Thanks for the heads-up.

[noirjunkie]

Originally Posted by MifuneFan

Added . I've never heard of it, but it sounds like a pretty good movie, and the BD is region free too. Will add it to my wishlist. Thanks for the heads-up.

This one flew under my radar, too. I'll have to remedy that.

[mogwai_macabre]

I haven't seen much talk about the Samuel Fuller Indicator set in this thread. Mine arrived this week (it's region free). This is my first Indicator purchase, and wow, this is a nice set packaging wise. 4 thick booklets, theatrical poster themed covers, just a nice set all around. Lots of special features. Arrow/Criterion level release. I would have preferred either all individual cases or a digipak style, instead of some movies getting a standalone case and other getting a double/triple feature. But that's a minor quibble. I'll definitely be giving Indicator releases a closer look.

As far as the movies, I'm not sure if they are all noir or not. I watched Scandal Sheet, and it's definitely noir. A pretty good one too. Good acting and fast snappy dialogue. Story was a bit predictable, but watching the walls cave in on the murderer is a formula I can get down with over and over again.

[Si Parallel Universe]

Originally Posted by mogwai_macabre

I haven't seen much talk about the Samuel Fuller Indicator set in this thread. Mine arrived this week (it's region free). This is my first Indicator purchase, and wow, this is a nice set packaging wise. 4 thick booklets, theatrical poster themed covers, just a nice set all around. Lots of special features. Arrow/Criterion level release. I would have preferred either all individual cases or a digipak style, instead of some movies getting a standalone case and other getting a double/triple feature. But that's a minor quibble. I'll definitely be giving Indicator releases a closer look.

As far as the movies, I'm not sure if they are all noir or not. I watched Scandal Sheet, and it's definitely noir. A pretty good one too. Good acting and fast snappy dialogue. Story was a bit predictable, but watching the walls cave in on the murderer is a formula I can get down with over and over again.

It's not strictly a Noir set but it contains some gems.

Crimson Kimono & Underworld USA are the best I've seen them look. Agree with you regarding Scandal Sheet.

[CBHampson]

Originally Posted by philsunset

It absolutely is a film noir. It was shown at the SF Noir City Festival a few years ago. Was the last film of the afternoon and, rightly so, a break was needed after it. The Blu-ray looks great.

Definitely going to pick this one up

Any other must-own French releases I should add to the order?

[The Great Owl]

Originally Posted by philsunset

It absolutely is a film noir. It was shown at the SF Noir City Festival a few years ago. Was the last film of the afternoon and, rightly so, a break was needed after it. The Blu-ray looks great.

I ordered it from Amazon France last night after reading these posts. $26 U.S. dollars, including shipping. Not too bad.

[lemonski]

Originally Posted by The Great Owl

I ordered it from Amazon France last night after reading these posts. $26 U.S. dollars, including shipping. Not too bad.

So did I. Amazon.fr will be wondering what’s going on

[MifuneFan]

Olive will be re-releasing Bound (1996) in a new Signature edition, with several extras (most found previously on Arrow's release).

Special Features and Technical Specs:
BRAND NEW DIGITAL RESTORATION OF THE FILM
THEATRICAL AND UNRATED VERSIONS OF THE FILM
Audio commentary with writers/directors The Wachowskis; actors Joe Pantoliano, Jennifer Tilly and Gina Gershon; film editor Zach Staenberg; and technical consultant Susie Bright
"Part and Parcel" – with titles designer Patti Podesta
"The Difference Between You and Me" – with film studies and gender studies professors B. Ruby Rich and Jen Moorman
"Here's Johnny!" – with Christopher Meloni
"Hail Ceasar" – with Joe Pantoliano
"Femme Fatales" – with Gina Gershon and Jennifer Tilly
"Modern Noir: The Sights & Sounds of Bound" – with cinematographer Bill Pope, editor Zach Staenberg, and composer Don Davis
Theatrical Trailer
Essay by screenwriter/actress Guinevere Turner
Optional English SDH subtitles for the main feature

Credit to Akijama

[Richard--W]

I know there are a lot of Don Siegel fans here. His neo-noir MADIGAN (1968) is on bluray in Japan:

https://www.blu-ray.com/movies/Madigan-Blu-ray/204474/

https://www.amazon.co.jp/gp/product/B06Y3C65GX

According to a post in the Kino-Lorber thread it's "a solid (if slightly dated) transfer that destroys the old Universal DVD."

[jdw89]

I think I’ll pick up The Asphalt Jungle from Criterion any others to check out from them?

[Edward J Grug III]

Originally Posted by jdw89

I think I’ll pick up The Asphalt Jungle from Criterion any others to check out from them?

They have lots of great films noir:

Ace in the Hole
Sweet Smell of Success
Ride the Pink Horse
Kiss Me Deadly
Mildred Pierce
Gilda
Night of the Hunter

Are my favourites.

[jetthead]

Originally Posted by jdw89

I think I’ll pick up The Asphalt Jungle from Criterion any others to check out from them?

These 3 are absolute must-own IMO:

[atfree]

Originally Posted by Richard--W

I know there are a lot of Don Siegel fans here. His neo-noir MADIGAN (1968) is on bluray in Japan:

https://www.blu-ray.com/movies/Madigan-Blu-ray/204474/

https://www.amazon.co.jp/gp/product/B06Y3C65GX

According to a post in the Kino-Lorber thread it's "a solid (if slightly dated) transfer that destroys the old Universal DVD."

Here'a a review:

https://www.mediaplaynews.com/madiga...bluray-review/

[CBHampson]

Originally Posted by jdw89

i think i’ll pick up the asphalt jungle from criterion any others to check out from them?

rififi!

[mtobin37]

Another French Noir suggestion:

https://www.blu-ray.com/movies/The-N...129245/#Review

[Harry Fabian]

Originally Posted by jdw89

I think I’ll pick up The Asphalt Jungle from Criterion any others to check out from them?

Night and the City
In a Lonely Place

[crazednoir]

Originally Posted by jdw89

I think I’ll pick up The Asphalt Jungle from Criterion any others to check out from them?

The Breaking Point