Scream Factory Blu-ray Discussion Thread

[Frightener22]

Originally Posted by *PREACHER*

I was going to eventually order the sweet looking steelbook of Demons 1 & 2 from Arrow...after reading that article they mentioned issues with the existing blu-ray transfers..were they really that bad? Does anyone on here own the Arrow release?

Thanks in advance!

I'm not sure since I haven't seen them personally but I have heard from multiple people that there are color timing issues compared to the original intent for the film so to see Synapse correct said issue is a definitely a plus.

[*PREACHER*]

Originally Posted by Frightener22

I'm not sure since I haven't seen them personally but I have heard from multiple people that there are color timing issues compared to the original intent for the film so to see Synapse correct said issue is a definitely a plus.

Good to know...thanks, I'll be holding off to hopefully see what Synapse brings us!!!

[spawningblue]

Originally Posted by cmac

Not likely, sorry.

Ahh that's too bad. You don't happen to know if anyone is planning a release for part 3 here in North American do you? I would love to finish off the trilogy once I pick up part 2.

Originally Posted by zbinks

We can add Tenebre and Phenomena to the "No" list. Fangoria announced that they were picked up by Synapse along with Demons 1 and 2.

Awesome news! If it can't be from Scream, Synapse is the next best thing. The titles probably fit more of their style anyways. Now we just need a North American release for Suspiria!

This year is definitely going to be the death of my bank account. I already have every Scream release pre-ordered so far, and there are still plenty more to come from both Scream, Synapse, Scorpion and Code Red! Not to mention the titles Blue Underground is apparently going to announce. This is definitely a great year to be a horror fan!

[fuzzymctiger]

Originally Posted by benricci

Cliff-

Asking for a friend - Cronenberg's The Brood (1979). Yay or nay (obviously I'm not expecting a definitive answer, maybe just a smiley face)? Not sure if this is still with MGM in the States - the DVD has been OOP forever...

If you're really impatient, the Australian Blu Ray is out in March, along with Scanners

[fuzzymctiger]

Originally Posted by zbinks

We can add Tenebre and Phenomena to the "No" list. Fangoria announced that they were picked up by Synapse along with Demons 1 and 2.

[Monroville]

Any chance on Scream! or Shout! (or anyone) releasing DEATH MACHINE?:

[*PREACHER*]

Originally Posted by Monroville

I have 'em and I think they look pretty damn good (the movies are still goofy as sh!t). Now I can't say anything about the color timing being off or being different from previous versions, as nothing looked abnormal (as opposed to the 1990 NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD color timing issues.. ugh).. everything looked like what you would expect it should, given any particular shot and the lighting source(s) within them.

Now I will say that Arrow may have used some DNR, but it's been a few months since I last popped them in and I don't remember anyone looking waxy or the image looking too processed.

Here is the DVD Beaver review for DEMONS and DEMONS 2. Frankly, I have to say that their set-up must be screwed up, because DEMONS does NOT look that faded on my 65" Toshiba DLP HDTV. All I know is that the blacks are fairly deep and colors are pretty vibrant.. maybe not as vibrant as the SUSPIRIA blu-ray(s), but nothing about the Arrow blus are faded or dull.

Thanks Monroville the collector in me may still purchase the steelbook, but I'd really like to wait and se now with what Synapse can do with them..reviews pending will obviously be the deciding factor here...time will tell...thanks again for your feedback...was Suspiria pretty ok transfer wise? Have been hopeful for a US release, but we'll see if that ever happens!!!

[fitprod]

Originally Posted by benricci

Considering Criterion hasn't had the rights to Carrie in like 20 years, I don't think they're really in competition with Scream Factory over this title at all...

Yeah, but they are working with MGM for certain releases again, so it not completely improbable. (It's better now than during the hey day of DVD probably.)

fitprod

[psychocinderellax]

Originally Posted by fitprod

Yeah, but they are working with MGM for certain releases again, so it not completely improbable. (It's better now than during the hey day of DVD probably.)

fitprod

Mgm is re-releasing "Carrie" on blu-ray next month.

And Warner has a March release date for "Westworld", so that should make an excellent double feature with "Futureworld", which is its sequel!

[cmac]

Originally Posted by psychocinderellax

Mgm is re-releasing "Carrie" on blu-ray next month.

And Warner has a March release date for "Westworld", so that should make an excellent double feature with "Futureworld", which is its sequel!

It's just the same disc with a new cover....at least that's what I heard

[cmac]

Originally Posted by Monroville

Any chance on Scream! or Shout! (or anyone) releasing DEATH MACHINE?:

I'd love to release it.... It's a fun film, but it's with Lionsgate

[benricci]

Originally Posted by psychocinderellax

Mgm is re-releasing "Carrie" on blu-ray

It's the same disc, new box.

[benricci]

Originally Posted by zbinks

Missed opportunity on MGM's part, if you ask me. MGM could've at least ported over the special features from the DVD this time around.

Maybe, but it most likely wouldn't have resulted in enough additional projected sales to justify the effort/cost. Why bother if addt'l sales are negligible?

Gotta think like a for-profit company, not a fan.

[*PREACHER*]

Completely off topic and wanting to share I found an IFC merchandise link on the Criterion thread with a really cool John Carpenter t-shirt w/ The Carpenters logo and a little They Live thrown in.

Enjoy: http://www.ifccenter.com/merchandise/

[WildWestWar]

Can't wait for Bay of Blood from Kino, The Blob from criterion too!

[NoirFan]

Originally Posted by *PREACHER*

Completely off topic and wanting to share I found an IFC merchandise link on the Criterion thread with a really cool John Carpenter t-shirt w/ The Carpenters logo and a little They Live thrown in.

Enjoy: http://www.ifccenter.com/merchandise/

I have that shirt (black and gold) and actually posted about it in the They Live thread. I also have the Almodovar/Aerosmith shirt, and it is just beautiful.

[mattc]

Hi Cmac

I haven't really seen anyone inquire about this title, and it's one of two movies I've long been waiting for to either come out on DVD, or preferable blu-ray.

Two movies I have very fond memories of renting out at the video store when I was young. The first, The Video Dead, thankfully is coming out next month.

The other one is The Unnamable.

Does Scream Factory have any plans on releasing this title? Or does anyone even know who has the rights? I know lionsgate released the sequel awhile back on DVD - but no one has released the first one here in the states. I remember this one being a pretty fun, creepy film. It's been years since I've seen it and would love to see Scream release it on blu-ray (or I'll even take DVD) along with the sequel if possible.

[*PREACHER*]

Originally Posted by NoirFan

I have that shirt (black and gold) and actually posted about it in the They Live thread. I also have the Almodovar/Aerosmith shirt, and it is just beautiful.

Nice...it's time to upgrade my wardrobe!!!

[cmac]

Originally Posted by mattc

Hi Cmac

I haven't really seen anyone inquire about this title, and it's one of two movies I've long been waiting for to either come out on DVD, or preferable blu-ray.

Two movies I have very fond memories of renting out at the video store when I was young. The first, The Video Dead, thankfully is coming out next month.

The other one is The Unnamable.

Does Scream Factory have any plans on releasing this title? Or does anyone even know who has the rights? I know lionsgate released the sequel awhile back on DVD - but no one has released the first one here in the states. I remember this one being a pretty fun, creepy film. It's been years since I've seen it and would love to see Scream release it on blu-ray (or I'll even take DVD) along with the sequel if possible.

No, we don't have the rights. Sorry.

[mattc]

Originally Posted by cmac

No, we don't have the rights. Sorry.

Aww, well thanks for responding at least. I've been lurking around this forum thread just cause I enjoy getting updates from it, figured I would finally create a profile, mainly cause this flick has been on my mind and I wanted to ask.

I've been snagging up almost all of the Scream Factory releases since the line started (have only skipped getting The Island thus far) and I just want to say I greatly appreciate all the work that has gone into them