Twilight Time Discussion Thread - Page 1396 - Blu-ray Forum

Reddington · 02-10-2018, 02:22 PM

Last night I pulled Bunny Lake is Missing from my mile-high stack of unwatched BD. What an interesting film. I found the story of sibling love and madness mixed with police procedural, and its offbeat nature, all quite compelling.

One of the most interesting aspects of the film is Preminger's choice of cast. From the little I've read about the great director, he had a reputation as a demanding and exacting taskmaster who intimidated actors. Yet in Carol Lynley and Keir Dullea, he cast relative unknowns as the film's sibling protagonists, and surrounded them with some of Britain's most accomplished talent (Laurence Olivier, Noel Coward, Martita Hunt, Finlay Currie, etc). While Lynley acquits herself well, Dullea simply looks like he is trying too hard, and comes across as an enthusiastic amateur. However, their presence in the film playing against established greats certainly does amplify the "fish out of water" aspect of the story.

As the police detective heading up the investigation into the disappearance of a girl who may or may not even exist, Olivier is about as understated as I've ever seen him - his role juxtaposing nicely with the intensity of Lynley's near-permanent emotional turmoil. Coward has a quite remarkable cameo as a kinky landlord, which I enjoyed immensely and which added to the overall quirkiness of the film.

The black and white CinemaScope presentation is extremely solid and pleasing throughout, although at times lacked contrast and seemed a little pale (I'd be interested to compare with the Powerhouse Indicator release from the UK). There is also some excellent camera work that struck me as quite innovative for the time (1965) and seemed a precursor to some of the Steadicam techniques we are familiar with now (following an actor into and then out of a room, etc.).

I think like many viewers, I was able to work out the "twist" before it was revealed, but that didn't spoil the impact at all. In fact, there is plenty to enjoy in multiple repeat viewings. I know the TT release is OOP, but there seem to be copies available around the full retail price. And of course, the Powerhouse Indicator release is region-free.

Rory · 02-10-2018, 03:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Reddington

Last night I pulled Bunny Lake is Missing from my mile-high stack of unwatched BD. What an interesting film.

And don't forget the haunting score by Paul Glass. I bought it on CD from Intrada a couple years ago.

Also, the Twilight Time Blu-ray of BUNNY LAKE has one of the label's best commentary tracks.

Aclea · 02-10-2018, 03:41 PM

And let's not forget Noel Coward's immortal comment on meeting the leading man, "Keir Dullea, gone tomorrow."

dunnbluray · 02-10-2018, 05:24 PM

The Driver Twilight Time Blu-ray is $27.99 at Best Buy. It goes for $94.97 on Amazon.

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/the-dri...skuId=33822525

SeanJoyce · 02-10-2018, 05:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dunnbluray

The Driver Twilight Time Blu-ray is $27.99 at Best Buy. It goes for $94.97 on Amazon.

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/the-dri...skuId=33822525

It's sold out, and even if it wasn't I question the validity of that page.

dunnbluray · 02-10-2018, 05:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SeanJoyce

It's sold out, and even if it wasn't I question the validity of that page.

I just purchased it. I had already posted it in another thread before this one. Must have only had a few copies. I'll let you know when I receive it on Wednesday if it is valid. Otherwise, I'll just return it.

bdgking · 02-10-2018, 06:04 PM

Just a heads up both

Support your local sheriff / gunfighter & Chato's Land are both sold out at SAE .

xxnomad · 02-10-2018, 06:21 PM

Nuts I thought I had a bit more time to order Support Your Local Sheriff / Support Your Local Gunfighter.

Oh well...

oildude · 02-10-2018, 07:04 PM

RCRochester · 02-10-2018, 09:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dunnbluray

I just purchased it. I had already posted it in another thread before this one. Must have only had a few copies. I'll let you know when I receive it on Wednesday if it is valid. Otherwise, I'll just return it.

I'd be very, VERY surprised if that was the actual Twilight Time release. You'll probably end up with the Australian disc or something.

Quote:

Originally Posted by bdgking

Just a heads up both

Support your local sheriff / gunfighter & Chato's Land are both sold out at SAE .

Phew, already had Support Your Local... and picked up Chato's Land in the sale.

SeanJoyce · 02-11-2018, 07:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RCRochester

Phew, already had Support Your Local... and picked up Chato's Land in the sale.

You seen Chato's Land yet? You're in for a treat.

cropduster · 02-11-2018, 09:47 AM

Chato's Land is still up for sale on Twilight Time's website.

BwayJ · 02-11-2018, 03:48 PM

SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL SHERIFF / SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL GUNFIGHTER is sold out.

YogiYahooeys · 02-11-2018, 04:37 PM

Was there ever a low quantity alert for Support You Local Sheriff/Gunfighter?

I was totally going to buy that one, but didn't realize there was any urgency...

Can we get an update on low quantity titles as Screen Archives? I know we've seen some postings recently about low quantity titles at TwilightTimeMovies.com but since Screen Archives has the larger stock, those are the ones to really keep track of.

I want to make a second order if there are any titles preparing to sell out that I really want.

SpartanIre · 02-11-2018, 05:31 PM

Same - I had Support Your Local Sheriff in my cart for two days contemplating pulling the trigger on an order and when I went to check out I noticed it was missing. Oh well...

MifuneFan · 02-11-2018, 05:33 PM

It seems like the kind of titles Kino may pick up down the line.

Snl40boi · 02-12-2018, 08:37 PM

The two I ordered arrived today. I had to to call the post office they weren’t deliver when the mail was.

jarrod_inf · 02-13-2018, 12:07 AM

My first order was at my door in just a few days and my order made late on Friday has been shipped.

PowellPressburger · 02-13-2018, 05:50 PM

per TT Twitter

Due to order cancelations etc they have approx. 20 Copies of

Support Your Local Sheriff / Support Your Local Gunfighter

Relisted..

They could go soon.

Reddington · 02-13-2018, 09:43 PM

I finally got around to watching Operation Crossbow via On-Demand last night. A decent mix of WWII and spy action, although I didn't think George Peppard quite had the chops to carry the film.

Infuriatingly, it was in the wrong aspect ratio (should have been 2.35:1, but was 16x9; a quite common annoyance

). Anyhow, I'd be interested to see a BD release.

I know there is a WB DVD available, but am I right in thinking that as an original MGM release, it could end up with TT? Or would WAC be more likely? (This stuff gets quite confusing

).

02-10-2018, 02:22 PM	#27901
Reddington Blu-ray Guru Member since:May 2015 Trading Score:1	Last night I pulled Bunny Lake is Missing from my mile-high stack of unwatched BD. What an interesting film. I found the story of sibling love and madness mixed with police procedural, and its offbeat nature, all quite compelling. One of the most interesting aspects of the film is Preminger's choice of cast. From the little I've read about the great director, he had a reputation as a demanding and exacting taskmaster who intimidated actors. Yet in Carol Lynley and Keir Dullea, he cast relative unknowns as the film's sibling protagonists, and surrounded them with some of Britain's most accomplished talent (Laurence Olivier, Noel Coward, Martita Hunt, Finlay Currie, etc). While Lynley acquits herself well, Dullea simply looks like he is trying too hard, and comes across as an enthusiastic amateur. However, their presence in the film playing against established greats certainly does amplify the "fish out of water" aspect of the story. As the police detective heading up the investigation into the disappearance of a girl who may or may not even exist, Olivier is about as understated as I've ever seen him - his role juxtaposing nicely with the intensity of Lynley's near-permanent emotional turmoil. Coward has a quite remarkable cameo as a kinky landlord, which I enjoyed immensely and which added to the overall quirkiness of the film. The black and white CinemaScope presentation is extremely solid and pleasing throughout, although at times lacked contrast and seemed a little pale (I'd be interested to compare with the Powerhouse Indicator release from the UK). There is also some excellent camera work that struck me as quite innovative for the time (1965) and seemed a precursor to some of the Steadicam techniques we are familiar with now (following an actor into and then out of a room, etc.). I think like many viewers, I was able to work out the "twist" before it was revealed, but that didn't spoil the impact at all. In fact, there is plenty to enjoy in multiple repeat viewings. I know the TT release is OOP, but there seem to be copies available around the full retail price. And of course, the Powerhouse Indicator release is region-free. Last edited by Reddington; 02-10-2018 at 02:49 PM. Reason: Grammar

02-10-2018, 07:04 PM	#27909
oildude Moderator Top contributor Member since:Dec 2009 Location:With the Ale and Quail Club on a train to Palm Beach 4K collection:267 Blu-ray collection:4770 DVD collection:212 Blu-ray reviews: 37	February 2018 Titles - Inside Booklets and Rear Covers

02-11-2018, 04:37 PM	#27914
YogiYahooeys Blu-ray Guru Top contributor Member since:Aug 2015 4K collection:1846 Blu-ray collection:16524 DVD collection:7541 MA collection:65 Digital collection:7 iTunes collection:11 Prime collection:4 Trading Score:7	Was there ever a low quantity alert for Support You Local Sheriff/Gunfighter? I was totally going to buy that one, but didn't realize there was any urgency... Can we get an update on low quantity titles as Screen Archives? I know we've seen some postings recently about low quantity titles at TwilightTimeMovies.com but since Screen Archives has the larger stock, those are the ones to really keep track of. I want to make a second order if there are any titles preparing to sell out that I really want. Last edited by YogiYahooeys; 02-11-2018 at 04:51 PM.

02-10-2018, 03:41 PM	#27903
Aclea Blu-ray Baron Top contributor Member since:Jun 2012 Blu-ray reviews: 3	And let's not forget Noel Coward's immortal comment on meeting the leading man, "Keir Dullea, gone tomorrow."

02-10-2018, 05:24 PM	#27904
dunnbluray Power Member Member since:Oct 2013 Trading Score:434	The Driver Twilight Time Blu-ray is $27.99 at Best Buy. It goes for $94.97 on Amazon. https://www.bestbuy.com/site/the-dri...skuId=33822525

02-10-2018, 06:04 PM	#27907
bdgking Banned Member since:Jun 2017	Just a heads up both Support your local sheriff / gunfighter & Chato's Land are both sold out at SAE .

02-10-2018, 06:21 PM	#27908
xxnomad Blu-ray Guru Member since:Jul 2014 4K collection:520 Blu-ray collection:4095 DVD collection:21 Trading Score:164	Nuts I thought I had a bit more time to order Support Your Local Sheriff / Support Your Local Gunfighter. Oh well...

02-11-2018, 09:47 AM	#27912
cropduster Special Member Member since:Jun 2017 4K collection:- Blu-ray collection:- DVD collection:-	Chato's Land is still up for sale on Twilight Time's website.

02-11-2018, 03:48 PM	#27913
BwayJ Active Member Member since:Dec 2010	SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL SHERIFF / SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL GUNFIGHTER is sold out.

02-11-2018, 05:31 PM	#27915
SpartanIre Special Member Member since:Oct 2010 4K collection:95 Blu-ray collection:5704 DVD collection:200	Same - I had Support Your Local Sheriff in my cart for two days contemplating pulling the trigger on an order and when I went to check out I noticed it was missing. Oh well...

02-11-2018, 05:33 PM	#27916
MifuneFan Blu-ray Emperor Top contributor Member since:Mar 2012 Location:New York City 4K collection:27 Blu-ray collection:1143 Trading Score:69	It seems like the kind of titles Kino may pick up down the line.

02-12-2018, 08:37 PM	#27917
Snl40boi Power Member Member since:Mar 2015 Blu-ray collection:39 DVD collection:26 Digital collection:8 iTunes collection:5	The two I ordered arrived today. I had to to call the post office they weren’t deliver when the mail was.

02-13-2018, 12:07 AM	#27918
jarrod_inf Special Member Member since:Apr 2013 4K collection:770 Blu-ray collection:3463 DVD collection:22 Trading Score:1	My first order was at my door in just a few days and my order made late on Friday has been shipped.

02-13-2018, 05:50 PM	#27919
PowellPressburger Blu-ray Count Top contributor Member since:Aug 2007 Location:DIFFERENT PLACES! Minneapolis 4K collection:997 Blu-ray collection:3683 DVD collection:359 Blu-ray reviews: 51 Trading Score:297	per TT Twitter Due to order cancelations etc they have approx. 20 Copies of Support Your Local Sheriff / Support Your Local Gunfighter Relisted.. They could go soon.

02-13-2018, 09:43 PM	#27920
Reddington Blu-ray Guru Member since:May 2015 Trading Score:1	I finally got around to watching Operation Crossbow via On-Demand last night. A decent mix of WWII and spy action, although I didn't think George Peppard quite had the chops to carry the film. Infuriatingly, it was in the wrong aspect ratio (should have been 2.35:1, but was 16x9; a quite common annoyance ). Anyhow, I'd be interested to see a BD release. I know there is a WB DVD available, but am I right in thinking that as an original MGM release, it could end up with TT? Or would WAC be more likely? (This stuff gets quite confusing ).

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