Prometheus (2012)

[Nielsb90]

Originally Posted by Kryptonic

It's in a 4-disc case and is slightly thicker than a normal BD.

Originally Posted by moviecriticsonline

Yes it's thicker. It's the same thickness as the Titanic 3D Blu-ray set.

Thanks guys!

[deltasun]

Originally Posted by WorkShed

It honestly is too bad that the marketing campaign played up the Alien undertones so much. I felt that the film was hindered only when it tried to bring the Alien elements in. Watching the documentary (amazing by the way and no where near all the way through it) brought up that the original script was basically an Alien retread but Ridley and Fox didn't want to do that. Fox was probably scared because of how poorly the two AVP films were received and Fox pushed to change the name from Alien: Origins to something without Alien in the title, which pushed Ridley to remove a lot of the Alien structure.

A great film that explores creationism. However, it isn't perfect and I would love to see a release with an extended cut of the film. Some of the deleted/alternate sequences are actually much better than the final version, in my opinion.

The alternate meeting

[Show spoiler]of the Engineer and the humans

is a big one in my mind because the theatrical version is almost too quick in execution. The extended scene gives the sequence some chance to breathe and marvel at what is happening.

Another huge one is

[Show spoiler]Fifield attacks

. The Weta CG version is hands-down much better than the practical effects theatrical in this instance. The practical effects make him look like Hector Hammond, whereas the CG version is a meld of human and xenomorph. It's quite creepy and effective.

This is the perfect film to have in-depth special features about the story. Can't wait to dig into mine.

[SirMontyPython]

Originally Posted by WorkShed

It honestly is too bad that the marketing campaign played up the Alien undertones so much. I felt that the film was hindered only when it tried to bring the Alien elements in. Watching the documentary (amazing by the way and no where near all the way through it) brought up that the original script was basically an Alien retread but Ridley and Fox didn't want to do that. Fox was probably scared because of how poorly the two AVP films were received and Fox pushed to change the name from Alien: Origins to something without Alien in the title, which pushed Ridley to remove a lot of the Alien structure.

A great film that explores creationism. However, it isn't perfect and I would love to see a release with an extended cut of the film. Some of the deleted/alternate sequences are actually much better than the final version, in my opinion.

The alternate meeting

[Show spoiler]of the Engineer and the humans

is a big one in my mind because the theatrical version is almost too quick in execution. The extended scene gives the sequence some chance to breathe and marvel at what is happening.

Another huge one is

[Show spoiler]Fifield attacks

. The Weta CG version is hands-down much better than the practical effects theatrical in this instance. The practical effects make him look like Hector Hammond, whereas the CG version is a meld of human and xenomorph. It's quite creepy and effective.

I saw the pictures of the half xenomorph, and I agree, they should have kept him that way....there would have been SOME bridge between those two events, and the upcoming two films in between...

[taei]

The slip case looked amazing online..

Now that I am looking at mine.. I don't know.. Kinda Blurry and extremely sharpened.. Is everyone else's like that?

[swissmr]

Originally Posted by Havok83

CE looks nice but I have a feeling this will be available for $20 or under w/o U&S coupon within the next several months so I think I can hold off. Hearing this got a mixxed reaction kinda makes it easier to do so as well

Mixed reaction from the entertainment media, I'll take the reaction and reviews from people and forums who know and like sci-fi. This movie is friggin awesome. If you like the genre and epic films that know how to create grand set pieces and cinematography such as 2001, blade runner, event horizon, Alien. You will be fulfilled with this flick.

[Dubstar]

Originally Posted by taei

The slip case looked amazing online..

Now that I am looking at mine.. I don't know.. Kinda Blurry and extremely sharpened.. Is everyone else's like that?

it doesn't help that the BB sticker can't come off without leaving some residue.

[Jutty]

Originally Posted by moviecriticsonline

Mine is playing perfectly fine. Did you get the latest firmware update? Perhaps your disc has a scratch on it? If it doesn't then I would take it in for a replacement.

The firmware was out of date,,updated and checked,so far there no problem

[taei]

Originally Posted by Dubstar

it doesn't help that the BB sticker can't come off without leaving some residue.

That's why I ultimately didn't get it from them..

[Rhoq]

Is the additional bonus disc worth buying the 3D edition?

[Kryptonic]

Originally Posted by rhoq

is the additional bonus disc worth buying the 3d edition?

yes!

[sharomyga]

Got perfect undamaged box of 4 discs Collector's Edition at Target for $19.99 after PM of showing BB's ad. West Hollywood, CA. At time of purchase they had about 20 of them.

[BouCoupDinkyDau]

Originally Posted by WorkShed

A great film that explores creationism. However, it isn't perfect and I would love to see a release with an extended cut of the film. Some of the deleted/alternate sequences are actually much better than the final version, in my opinion.

Yes, we need an extended cut. A lot of these scenes are excellent and belong in the film; they aren't the kind of tripe or redundancies that belong on the cutting room floor. Some actually address some of the issues the theatrical cut has. The only part of the extendeds I feel Ridley was right on was the sacrifice engineer. It's better when he is alone.

Now I wan't an extended cut.

[lvicious]

Originally Posted by Arkadin

no, apparently the exclusive 4 disc version with the slipbox is NOT available to order online. That is one of the reasons it is going to be so rare. It's only available at certain Target locations.
If you REALLY have to have it I would suggest paying $45 on ebay NOW or you'll never get it for less than $100 in a week most likely.
when people figure out how rare this item is the prices will skyrocket.

Selling for 60 bucks now on ebay. Saw 10 of them from one seller with the Target logo on front. Still wrapped so no pic of the book.

[Tchotchke]

How many pages does the Target booklet actually have?

[Sons Of Sparda]

It is not worth $60. The booklet is very small.

[oly]

My iTunes copy wouldn't work either. UV worked fine.

[Kryptonic]

Originally Posted by Tchotchke

How many pages does the Target booklet actually have?

You can buy the actual hardcover book and the 4-disc BD for less.

http://www.amazon.com/Prometheus-Art...+of+prometheus

[Arkadin]

you get a slip box too.
some people will want it for that also.
Target 3D actually reminds me a lot of the first press Akira--slipbox+special booklet.

[deltasun]

Originally Posted by Dubstar

it doesn't help that the BB sticker can't come off without leaving some residue.

Target doesn't put stickers. Especially, for holofoil covers, it's best to have as little stickers as possible.

[Sons Of Sparda]

I admit I want a copy but not at $60.