Scream Factory Blu-ray Discussion Thread

[zbinks]

Originally Posted by cine74

Actually, Poltergeist II was released in 2010. They also released Incredible Melting Man recently and that's coming out again next year.

Sep 13, 2011 according to Blu-Ray.com and Amazon.

[rdodolak]

Originally Posted by zbinks

Sep 13, 2011 according to Blu-Ray.com and Amazon.

That's a bit misleading since it was originally a BBY exclusive and was first available on Jan 31, 2011.

https://forum.blu-ray.com/showthread.php?t=164423

[dressedtokill]

Originally Posted by Monroville

In regards to THE INCREDIBLE MELTING MAN, I can't wait to see that on blu-ray! I still remember reading the Saturday morning SCENE (that came with the Courier Journal) and they always had the movie reviews and ads in the back. I remember stumbling on the ad for TIMM and being scared and grossed out... I'd quickly turn the page to get past it, and then peel the page back to peek at the gross face.



Ahh, childhood memories...

This one will take some creativity, as there's not much poster art to work with.

Then again, there is always this:



Or if you wanted to go a more "Criterion" route...

Wow...thanks for the post! I seriously love that poster. I'm really hoping they're going to use it now.

[NoirFan]

Originally Posted by rdodolak

That's a bit misleading since it was originally a BBY exclusive and was first available on Jan 31, 2011.

https://forum.blu-ray.com/showthread.php?t=164423

...Which is still last year. I didn't know about Melting Man though, so there is precedent. Speaking of, from the synopsis and the look of the hapless fellow, is the film a remake of First Man into Space? Someone asked about Poltergeist III getting a release already - there is a Japanese disc.

[rdodolak]

Originally Posted by NoirFan

...Which is still last year. I didn't know about Melting Man though, so there is precedent. Speaking of, from the synopsis and the look of the hapless fellow, is the film a remake of First Man into Space? Someone asked about Poltergeist III getting a release already - there is a Japanese disc.

Yes, it's still last year but you can't necessarily go by release dates posted on a site. It was released on blu-ray in 2010 over in Europe and Asia. Poltergeist III was also released in several European countries (Germany, Italy, Sweden, and Norway).

[Trekkie313]

Originally Posted by rdodolak

Yes, it's still last year but you can't necessarily go by release dates posted on a site. Poltergeist III was also released in several European countries (Germany, Italy, Sweden, and Norway).

How is the PQ and are any region free?

[Frightener22]

I still have yet to watch my "Poltergeist II" Blu-ray from MGM but if Scream Factory wanted to release it as well as "Poltergeist III", I'd absolutely be game. I always found "Poltergeist III" to be underrated and it'd be nice to see it get a Blu-ray treatment. The trailer and a director's commentary would be just fine on that one.

[rdodolak]

Originally Posted by Trekkie313

How is the PQ and are any region free?

It's actually been awhile since I viewed the blu-ray so I don't want to comment on the PQ just yet. All four releases were distributed by Fox for MGM so I'd assume the same disc is shared amongst the four countries. I have the Germany release which is region free.

Caps-a-holic has some screenshots comparing the German BD release to the US 2/3 dvd release.

http://caps-a-holic.com/hd_vergleich...=poltergeist_3

[Clark Kent]

The PQ for the Poltergeist II Blu-ray is very so-so. Some of the grain looks a bit odd at times and the original photography was always erratic to a certain degree with dated optical effects. I still like owning it on Blu-ray in 1080p, but it's not what I would consider a great transfer.

[dressedtokill]

They Live video review, they even do a parody of the film!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pTqton7-YhU

[cmac]

I hope so too... So far nothing has happened but we've asked them several times.

Originally Posted by criterion10

Just out of curiosity, I posted about a week ago recommending Gothic and Lair of the White Worm for Blu-Ray. I know the response I got was that they are both Lionsgate titles, so this would be unlikely. So, is Lionsgate reluctant to licensing their titles out, or does Scream! Factory just not have a current deal with them? I do know that Criterion was able to license out films from them on two different occassions, although that may be an entirely different situation.

I really hope that something could be done about these titles, as they are two films from one of my favorite, most underrated directors. (I believe there is even a Ken Russell commentary for Lair on the long OOP DVD release from the later 90s/early 2000s.)

[redrunner97]

Originally Posted by criterion10

Just out of curiosity, I posted about a week ago recommending Gothic and Lair of the White Worm for Blu-Ray. I know the response I got was that they are both Lionsgate titles, so this would be unlikely. So, is Lionsgate reluctant to licensing their titles out, or does Scream! Factory just not have a current deal with them? I do know that Criterion was able to license out films from them on two different occassions, although that may be an entirely different situation.

I really hope that something could be done about these titles, as they are two films from one of my favorite, most underrated directors. (I believe there is even a Ken Russell commentary for Lair on the long OOP DVD release from the later 90s/early 2000s.)

I've never seen the film but I read the book. Its a really interesting story. I'd like to see it on blu-ray I guess. I've heard a lot of good things about it.

My theory about Lionsgate is that they are seens as compettitors with other "cult" labels. That's probably why they won't, and it sucks too!

[Frightener22]

Originally Posted by redrunner97

I've never seen the film but I read the book. Its a really interesting story. I'd like to see it on blu-ray I guess. I've heard a lot of good things about it.

My theory about Lionsgate is that they are seens as compettitors with other "cult" labels. That's probably why they won't, and it sucks too!

You can say that again. I'm sure a complete list of what Lionsgate has in its possession has never been shown publicly and probably for good reason. The wealth of stuff there actually sitting on would drive horror and cult enthusiasts alone up a wall! Correct me if I'm wrong but didn't Lionsgate pick up the rights to several major VHS companies complete libraries years ago? If that is right, there must be sitting on hundreds and hundreds of titles that have yet to see a DVD or Blu-ray release.

UPDATE: I did some digging and based on what I read over, Lionsgate absorbed USA Home Video as well as Vestron Video who were the single-most important leaders during the VHS boom! Their library is comprised of over 3,000 titles released during 1983-1995. In addition, Lionsgate absorbed Vidmark Entertainment which put out a ton of titles including "Dead Alive", "Demonwarp", "Nightwish" and "Midnight" back in the day. Talk about a wealth of stuff they must be sitting on. Sheesh!

[Monroville]

Originally Posted by Brett C

I agree that its pretty exciting to see this title come to BD. I did not catch up with the film until probably the mid 1980s on late night TV and remember thinking how awesome Rick Baker's effects work was. The topless chick was an added bonus as well.

Not sure I like that bottom artwork, he looks like the Tarman from ROTLD!

They could always add some reds and yellows to liven it up.

[redrunner97]

Originally Posted by Frightener22

You can say that again. I'm sure a complete list of what Lionsgate has in its possession has never been shown publicly and probably for good reason. The wealth of stuff there actually sitting on would drive horror and cult enthusiasts alone up a wall! Correct me if I'm wrong but didn't Lionsgate pick up the rights to several major VHS companies complete libraries years ago? If that is right, there must be sitting on hundreds and hundreds of titles that have yet to see a DVD or Blu-ray release.

I know they have Vestron, Trimark, and god know's what else. If they actually did put out half the horror titles they own in good editions, I know they'd be rolling in the dough. But, I only think its gonna get worse. Lionsgate is a big company now. With "The Hunger Games", "Saw", "Texas Chainsaw 3D", and other big name franchises under their belt, they really are getting huge -which only means that they'll be like all the other mainstream companies. They'll be preoccupied with theatrical and new releases and forget about the classics, much like Anchor Bay.

[redrunner97]

Confirmed Collector's Editions:
- Halloween II
- Halloween III
- The Funhouse
- Terror Train
- They Live
- Deadly Blessing
- Phantasm II
- From Beyond

Confirmed Standard Editions:
- The Island
- Death Valley
- The Nest

Any speculation as to which titles announced for 2013 are gonna be Collector's Editions vs Standard Edition?

Also, a person a Facebook posted an image of "TerrorVision"'s poster with 'dvd + blu-ray combo pack' on the top. It was obviously not an approved design, mainly because they haven't announced if its even going to be a blu-ray or not, even though it did look "scream factory-ish'. But Scream! Factory liked the post. So that makes me think that it may be a non-collectors edition.

[Seymour]

Originally Posted by redrunner97

I know they have Vestron, Trimark, and god know's what else. If they actually did put out half the horror titles they own in good editions, I know they'd be rolling in the dough. But, I only think its gonna get worse. Lionsgate is a big company now. With "The Hunger Games", "Saw", "Texas Chainsaw 3D", and other big name franchises under their belt, they really are getting huge -which only means that they'll be like all the other mainstream companies. They'll be preoccupied with theatrical and new releases and forget about the classics, much like Anchor Bay.

That might not be a bad thing, though. LG might figure that they're done with most catalog releases, and then somebody like Shout could swoop in and grab the goods! It's insane to think about what Shout could do with some of their '80s/'90s horror. Blu-rays of Chopping Mall, Bride of Re-Animator, Leprechaun (yeah, I said it), Blood Diner, Waxwork, The Unholy, Slaughter High, The Outing (1987), Nightflyers, Warlock, etc, etc, etc...(and Fright Night Part II, if LG still has it! )

[Frightener22]

Originally Posted by redrunner97

Any speculation as to which titles announced for 2013 are gonna be Collector's Editions vs Standard Edition?

This list is based entirely on what Scream Factory has deemed officially a Collector's Edition or not. Some haven't been confirmed yet such as "TerrorVision", "Prison", etc. but the second they are, my list will be updated. Hope this helps!




1) "Halloween II" Collector's Edition -- September 18, 2012
2) "Halloween III: Season of the Witch" Collector's Edition -- September 18, 2012
3) "Terror Train" Collector's Edition -- October 16, 2012
4) "The Funhouse" Collector's Edition -- October 16, 2012
5) "They Live" Collector's Edition -- November 6, 2012
6) "Death Valley" -- December 11, 2012
7) "The Island" -- December 11, 2012
8) "Deadly Blessing" Collector's Edition -- January 22, 2013
9) "The Nest" -- January 22, 2013
10) "TerrorVision" / "The Video Dead" Double Feature -- February 2013
11) "Phantasm II" Collector's Edition -- Spring 2013
12) "Prison" Collector's Edition -- TBA 2013
13) "The Town That Dreaded Sundown" -- TBA 2013
14) "The Evictors" -- TBA 2013
15) "From Beyond" Collector's Editon -- TBA 2013
16) "The Incredible Melting Man" -- TBA 2013
17) "The Vampire Lovers" -- TBA 2013

[redrunner97]

Originally Posted by Frightener22

This list is based entirely on what Scream Factory has deemed officially a Collector's Edition or not. Some haven't been confirmed yet such as "TerrorVision", "Prison", etc. but the second they are, my list will be updated. Hope this helps!

Yeah, anything helps. I just wish they could tease us with a little more info on some of the announced titles. I mean, they've only said that "The Nest" will be Standard and "From Beyond" will be a Collector's Edition. You'd think that they would've given up just a little bit more by now. I don't mind waiting though lol

[Frightener22]

Originally Posted by redrunner97

Yeah, anything helps. I just wish they could tease us with a little more info on some of the announced titles. I mean, they've only said that "The Nest" will be Standard and "From Beyond" will be a Collector's Edition. You'd think that they would've given up just a little bit more by now. I don't mind waiting though lol

Trust me, all these releases will be well worth the wait. I'm sure by November the latest we'll start hearing more specific spec details on some of the announced titles especially since all the titles up till January are already up for pre-order.