Prometheus (2012)

[ahmadka]

Hi guys, I'm a little late to the party

Can someone please tell me which edition is overally the best so far ?

Is there any release out which has 16:9 ratio (or something close to it), as I prefer 16:9 .. ?

Also, I read somewhere that the UK edition is a steelbook, but I opened their product page, and there's no mention of a steelbook anywhere ..

[iszac]

Originally Posted by ahmadka

Hi guys, I'm a little late to the party

Can someone please tell me which edition is overally the best so far ?

Is there any release out which has 16:9 ratio (or something close to it), as I prefer 16:9 .. ?

Also, I read somewhere that the UK edition is a steelbook, but I opened their product page, and there's no mention of a steelbook anywhere ..

Hi, the UK steelbook is exclusive to Play.com, which they wont send outside of UK I suppose, me also looking forward for the steelbook, the only option for me now is the French steelbook, which is available on their Amazon site. =)

[ahmadka]

Originally Posted by iszac

Hi, the UK steelbook is exclusive to Play.com, which they wont send outside of UK I suppose, me also looking forward for the steelbook, the only option for me now is the French steelbook, which is available on their Amazon site. =)

damn .. Would've loved to get the UK one .. The French version might have french written on its back, which is a shame

[hazzad]

Originally Posted by 3D4ever

The case says region A only, but it's really multiregion. I know because I'm based in the UK, my player is region B locked and I can play all the discs in the set with no problem. Obviously the DVD is still region 1, but who cares for the DVD?

Another thing mate. Is the case a standard US case or is it more like the UK/AU cases in thickness?

[iszac]

Originally Posted by ahmadka

damn .. Would've loved to get the UK one .. The French version might have french written on its back, which is a shame

Ya, it could be French written, but also might be the same steelbook all around the world, as I've seen the asia version of the steelbooks are also the same design. But kind of odd, that France Amazon is showing somehow a little bit different of an artwork, but I assume it would be the same as the UK one?

[Scorpion Soldier]

Originally Posted by iszac

Ya, it could be French written, but also might be the same steelbook all around the world, as I've seen the asia version of the steelbooks are also the same design. But kind of odd, that France Amazon is showing somehow a little bit different of an artwork, but I assume it would be the same as the UK one?

With France it's never really a sure thing till the first pictures of the SB's come in, as they print SB's exclusively for France all the time, especially Warner Bros and Fox, which could mean that the French version is a G1.

[iszac]

Originally Posted by Scorpion Soldier

With France it's never really a sure thing till the first pictures of the SB's come in, as they print SB's exclusively for France all the time, especially Warner Bros and Fox, which could mean that the French version is a G1.

I see, so that is mean we are probably to have a complete different design of steelbook then, honestly, I don't really like the design as what I can see on the France Amazon. But I still wanna to get a steelbook of this movie, so no other way I guess. =(
And I really hope it is a region free release as well, hope someone could really confirm with me with this particular version.

[Reubania]

Originally Posted by hazzad

No its confirmed to not be. 3D4Ever has it already and even though it states region A the discs are actually region free as he has a Region B player.

Doesn't matter now. I've ordered the "Art of Prometheus" book as well. Both the Target version and the UK "From Prometheus To Alien: The Evolution Boxset" that I've pre-ordered only comes with the book excerpt. I don't want no stinking excerpt, I want the FULL book! So ordered I did!

Originally Posted by Aragorn84

I really can't understand why people insist that there's definitely going to be an extended cut. We're getting over 30 minutes of deleted and extended scenes on this set. If Ridley wanted to do a longer cut, I guarantee he would have done it on this release. Especially considering how jam packed full of supplements this set is.

I could understand if this was an almost bare bones release. Then, it would be reasonable to talk about an extended/director's cut special edition package. But, we're getting the all out, ultra release NOW. As far as supplements go, this is a release that's on par with the Lord of the Rings Extended Editions, the Alien Anthology, the Blade Runner Collector's Edition, and the Kingdom of Heaven 4 Disc DVD Set. It's going to have commentaries, a 3 1/2 hour documentary, deleted/extended scenes, enhancement pods, viral videos, trailers, tv spots, featurettes, etc.

If Ridley wasn't satisfied with the Theatrical Cut, THIS is the time that he would take to deliver his preferred cut. He's not going to record a commentary track and put out premium quality extras for a version that he doesn't consider his definitive film.

Now, I never put anything past a studio. It's entirely possible that FOX will decide they want to double dip before the sequel comes out - and, so, they may commission an extended edition. But it will not be Ridley's director's cut. We're getting that with this release.

So - boycott a spectacular Blu-ray package of Ridley Scott's approved cut of 'Prometheus'? Not in this lifetime.

+1 with everything you said. To be honest, I think Fox has done a mighty fine job getting a rather comprehensive Blu-ray release of this movie with multiple versions (2D, 3D), tie-ins (Target booklet + bonus disc, "Art of Prometheus" book), HD movie download and quite a foray of extra features on the Blu-ray discs (more so on the 3D than 2D version).

Of course not every fan will be pleased, but when a movie studio knows that selling physical (and to an extent, digital) media, the movie adds a lot more money back.

So everyone, quit your complaining. It's obvious that if you want more bonus features, then you have to pay more for the 3D version. If you're happy with just the minimal bonus features, don't care for 3D or would only pay for the 2D version, then get that and quit complaining that you're not getting ALL the features on the 3D version. The 3D version is marketed as a more comprehensive media. So it's logical people will pay more for the media with more features. Just like buying the standard model car with just a few features as standard. But if you want all the luxury/GPS/camera/leather/options of the same car, then you pay more. It's quite simple.

[hokuto99]

Originally Posted by iszac

And I really hope it is a region free release as well, hope someone could really confirm with me with this particular version.

I leave in France and will receive mine on thursday(or wednesday if I'm lucky).I will let you know the specs when I'll have it.

[Indiana Jones]

Originally Posted by ahmadka

Hi guys, I'm a little late to the party

Can someone please tell me which edition is overally the best so far ?

Is there any release out which has 16:9 ratio (or something close to it), as I prefer 16:9 .. ?

Also, I read somewhere that the UK edition is a steelbook, but I opened their product page, and there's no mention of a steelbook anywhere ..

The film is presented in its OAR, if you want 16:9 you will need to zoom it on your TV.

Originally Posted by iszac

I see, so that is mean we are probably to have a complete different design of steelbook then, honestly, I don't really like the design as what I can see on the France Amazon. But I still wanna to get a steelbook of this movie, so no other way I guess. =(
And I really hope it is a region free release as well, hope someone could really confirm with me with this particular version.

Both the US and Euro release are region free so no reason to think the French release will be any different.

[Member-222782]

Getting a Director's Cut vs. the Theatrical version has NOTHING to do with the amount of extras that will be on the package. As much as I like extras, this will still be a missed opportunity for me personally. First, sir Ridley DID say there was going to be a longer cut back when the film was in theaters. Obviously he (or someone) changed his mind and decided to just show us the cut footage as extras. But this isn't even why I'm hesitant to call this the "Ultimate Edition". I was one of those who were underwhelmed by the final film and thought it felt incomplete. An extended version, I feel, would "flesh out" the film a little more. The film was good. But I think they probably cut it down to fit more slots in theaters, which I believe should be the LAST reason why a film should be "compromised". I feel an extended cut would turn a good film into a great one and we won't be getting that on October 11th.

[iszac]

Originally Posted by hokuto99

I leave in France and will receive mine on thursday(or wednesday if I'm lucky).I will let you know the specs when I'll have it.

Thanks a lot, this will be really helpful! ^^
I know it's a bit greedy, but I do hope to see some of the actual pics of the release, oh, are you getting the steelbook?
Looking forward to see it, if you could share out here. Appreciate~ =D

[Indiana Jones]

The rumours of a Directors Cut came from a single interview and even in that Ridley states he is happy with the current cut and that the future blu-ray release may have extra footage or the footage would be available from the menu and that is exactly what we have got.

[MrFixit]

I saw this over at TG Daily posted Sept 29th about the 2D & 3D Blu-Ray versions. Pretty interesting about Scott's remarks about the camera used in the film....

http://www.tgdaily.com/entertainment...-gets-official


On both Collider and The Playlist, Scott also talked about returning to sci-fi, and making the movie in 3D with the state of the art RED camera. The RED is a hi-def digital camera, and with film going out of business, it will probably be the camera of choice in the future.

As Scott said, Prometheus was his first trip back into science fiction in thirty years, "and because it’s science fiction, I have to do 3D, and the RED is the only choice. I’d never done 3D before, I’d never done RED before, and I [hadn’t] done digital before. I thought I was a film man. I like things sharp and crisp. I went to a demonstration at the RED studios where they showed me the capability of how the RED can capture the smallest of light sources and still retain its sharpness and density. I was blown away."

[hokuto99]

Originally Posted by iszac

are you getting the steelbook?

Yes actually I preordered the 4 disc steelbook edition with amazon.fr and I will share some info here about this.I Choose the free shipping option so that's why I won't getting it on the release date but more like 1 day after.

[Dreamliner330]

Originally Posted by hokuto99

Yes actually I preordered the 4 disc steelbook edition with amazon.fr and I will share some info here about this.I Choose the free shipping option so that's why I won't getting it on the release date but more like 1 day after.

Could you link to the product page you got the steelbook from. I love this movie, I just don't know if I can justify $40 for a steelbook.

[DarkRuler4Life]

[quote=philip74;6533192]

Originally Posted by 3D4ever

Yes - just got the US Target version and I'm in the UK!

I couldn't resist... I just got the last copy!!! It was an expensive import but well worth it! And before US release day as well LOL! It comes with a booklet with art, concepts etc.







looks like the slipsleeve doesn't have a upc code cut out at the back!?

great box shots, but if its not any trouble, maybe we could get some inside shots?

[bigbadwoppet]

The 4 disc edition arrived in stores here in Santiago, Chile last Thursday afternoon and I picked mine on Friday. I was unaware of the target exclusive booklet so I was pleasantly surprised they imported those copies here. I'd have prefered a 2 blus edition but with Ridley I have to have the extras. I don't mind that much about the 3D disc. Who knows? One day I may get one of those tv's to enjoy Dial M For Murder, The Hobbit and this on 3D but the extra dvd is such a crappy ploy. Why would anyone who's gone blu want an SD disc?

[srinivas1015]

Originally Posted by bigbadwoppet

The 4 disc edition arrived in stores here in Santiago, Chile last Thursday afternoon and I picked mine on Friday. I was unaware of the target exclusive booklet so I was pleasantly surprised they imported those copies here. I'd have prefered a 2 blus edition but with Ridley I have to have the extras. I don't mind that much about the 3D disc. Who knows? One day I may get one of those tv's to enjoy Dial M For Murder, The Hobbit and this on 3D but the extra dvd is such a crappy ploy. Why would anyone who's gone blu want an SD disc?

I still have my old 21" CRT TV and a DVD player in one of my bedrooms.

[Indiana Jones]

[quote=DarkRuler4Life;6538261]

Originally Posted by philip74

great box shots, but if its not any trouble, maybe we could get some inside shots?

He already did...

https://forum.blu-ray.com/showpost.p...postcount=1862