Scream Factory Blu-ray Discussion Thread

[metalfan777]

Originally Posted by MifuneFan

Just in case it wasn't clear, the code (MU23AUG) is for Movies Unlimited:

https://www.moviesunlimited.com/

I have never used movies unlimited. Honest question: Legit site? Seems pretty similar to deep discount.

[Blu2u]

Originally Posted by metalfan777

I have never used movies unlimited. Honest question: Legit site? Seems pretty similar to deep discount.

Yes, as with Importcds they fall under the same banner of ownership as deep discount.

[DaveyJoe]

Originally Posted by Cinema84

They're definitely making less posters. These never used to sell out so quick. I wanted the Night of the Demons 2 and 3 posters but if they're already sold out, whatever. At least the slips will have that art. Actually, I'm kind of relieved as I'll save some money if I buy these from either Bull Moose or Movies Unlimited using their August code.

I don't think they're making fewer posters, but allocating more of them to the bundles. There are still thousands of posters available in those bundles.

[sancho]

Originally Posted by Rayjg

They should add a scratch counter.

That is my main concern of the 5 that I want to buy. I will have to play it safe, and purchase from Bezos.

The Burning
My Bloody Valentine
The Blob
Pumpkinhead
Night of the Demons

[NeonStreetMelt]

I still think SF is misleading people with the stock counts. When the 548 of NOTD 2 runs out, there's going to be more stock, that's just some lower arbitrary number that may represent the first pressing or whatever, but there's going to be more...so they're tricking people into buying sooner. Also were there slipcovers pictured with NOTD 2+3 before, I can't recall and now there's no slip pictured.

Originally Posted by Rayjg

And if you hit $600 selling on Ebay, which is surprisingly easy to do, you get a 1099. I don't want to deal with the turbo-charged IRS and have pretty much stopped selling stuff online. I'm getting close to just trashing them to be honest.

Last I heard that's still under government review and they could raise the threshold way higher which they should as a $600 a year seller is still small potatoes, they should really only go after like the 10k+ crowd.

[metalfan777]

Originally Posted by Blu2u

Yes, as with Importcds they fall under the same banner of ownership as deep discount.

Right on! Thank you for the answer/clarification!

[MifuneFan]

Originally Posted by NeonStreetMelt

I still think SF is misleading people with the stock counts. When the 548 of NOTD 2 runs out, there's going to be more stock, that's just some lower arbitrary number that may represent the first pressing or whatever, but there's going to be more...so they're tricking people into buying sooner. Also were there slipcovers pictured with NOTD 2+3 before, I can't recall and now there's no slip pictured.

They aren't trying to mislead anyone. The stock counts are reflective of their internal inventory counts. It's not like they have an unlimited supply. They're listing the total amount of their direct store allotment, and if/when that sells out, they shift more from another warehouse, or order more. This is how all businesses operate, the only difference is you're now able to see the numbers.

[sancho]

Originally Posted by NeonStreetMelt

I still think SF is misleading people with the stock counts. When the 548 of NOTD 2 runs out, there's going to be more stock, that's just some lower arbitrary number that may represent the first pressing or whatever, but there's going to be more...so they're tricking people into buying sooner. Also were there slipcovers pictured with NOTD 2+3 before, I can't recall and now there's no slip pictured.

Getting people. to rush and panic buy. They will make a sh*t ton of $ from it. I can't blame them there. As a business owner myself, I love making $$$.

[russweiss1]

Originally Posted by DaveyJoe

I don't think they're making fewer posters, but allocating more of them to the bundles. There are still thousands of posters available in those bundles.

They do make different amounts of posters depending on the title. I believe The Brave Archer set only had 600 printed.

[Nosferatu31]

Originally Posted by NeonStreetMelt

I still think SF is misleading people with the stock counts. When the 548 of NOTD 2 runs out, there's going to be more stock, that's just some lower arbitrary number that may represent the first pressing or whatever, but there's going to be more...so they're tricking people into buying sooner. Also were there slipcovers pictured with NOTD 2+3 before, I can't recall and now there's no slip pictured.

Last I heard that's still under government review and they could raise the threshold way higher which they should as a $600 a year seller is still small potatoes, they should really only go after like the 10k+ crowd.

It should go back to what it was which was 20K.

[TripleHBK]

Originally Posted by Nosferatu31

It should go back to what it was which was 20K.

Agreed. When that Tax rule was implemented decades ago $600 was more or less equivalent to $20,000 in today's money and meant for small businesses and folks that are actually generating income. Not small potato hobby sellers, mom and pop garage sales, and other minimal transactions. History tells me otherwise, but I'm going to hold onto hope that at least someone somewhere has some semblance of common sense in Washington and can convince others that $600 in 2023 is stupid and that the amount should be exponentially higher so as not to waste anyones's time.

[sancho]

Originally Posted by metalfan777

Right on! Thank you for the answer/clarification!

Cool Avatar man. I got to see Metallica..on that 1986 tour opening for Ozzy. (at the Long Beach Arena).

Great book about that era.

[the13thman]

Originally Posted by sancho

Getting people. to rush and panic buy. They will make a sh*t ton of $ from it. I can't blame them there. As a business owner myself, I love making $$$

Their reputation is in the toilet so it's no surprise they are pulling all the FOMO tricks. But it's not going to work on me, psychologically I have rejected this company completely. It doesn't matter how limited the slipcovers and posters are, as long as their discs look like Freddy Krueger has been handling them, I'm not buying them. Just too much trouble to return and exchange. They have lost thousands of $$$ just from me alone.

[metalfan777]

Originally Posted by sancho

Cool Avatar man. I got to see Metallica..on that 1986 tour opening for Ozzy. (at the Long Beach Arena).

Great book about that era.

[Show spoiler]

Thank ya! They're my favorite band. And that is very cool about the 86 tour! I wasn't even born at that point haha! I've seen them 3 times so far and have 2 more shows lined up: Denver 2008, Denver 2017, Lincoln 2018, Phoenix 2023 (upcoming 2 shows; over Labor Day Weekend).
And agreed on that book- it is a good read for sure!

EDIT: Great avatar yourself!

[russweiss1]

Originally Posted by TripleHBK

Agreed. When that Tax rule was implemented decades ago $600 was more or less equivalent to $20,000 in today's money and meant for small businesses and folks that are actually generating income. Not small potato hobby sellers, mom and pop garage sales, and other minimal transactions. History tells me otherwise, but I'm going to hold onto hope that at least someone somewhere has some semblance of common sense in Washington and can convince others that $600 in 2023 is stupid and that the amount should be exponentially higher so as not to waste anyones's time.

I would love to see this reversed but can't imagine it happening. Too many tax breaks have been given to those that can most afford it and that huge revenue loss needs to be partially made up somewhere. This was an easy way to get more money from the small potato and mom and pop sellers.

[Member-222782]

Hey, cmac, if you're still around, you gotta get rid of the multiple security verification steps if you want people to shop directly. Shopping with Shout feels like I'm trying to break into Fort Knox or something. It's just movies

Looks like Diabolik and Movies Unlimited have the best prices so far for Night of the Demons 2 and 3 at $27.99 a pop. I think they were $21.99 or some such at Bull Moose a few days ago but they must've wisened up because now they're $29.99. Deep Discount wants $31.25, which is weird because MU and DD are owned by the same group. I ended up grabbing all 3 from Diabolik since I couldn't do Pay-In-4 via Shout. \

Got the Irwin Allen set for $83 and some change from Movies Unlimited.

[Nosferatu31]

Originally Posted by Cinema84

Hey, cmac, if you're still around, you gotta get rid of the multiple security verification steps if you want people to shop directly. Shopping with Shout feels like I'm trying to break into Fort Knox or something. It's just movies

Looks like Diabolik and Movies Unlimited have the best prices so far for Night of the Demons 2 and 3 at $27.99 a pop. I think they were $21.99 or some such at Bull Moose a few days ago but they must've wisened up because now they're $29.99. Deep Discount wants $31.25, which is weird because MU and DD are owned by the same group. I ended up grabbing all 3 from Diabolik since I couldn't do Pay-In-4 via Shout. \

Got the Irwin Allen set for $83 and some change from Movies Unlimited.

Pay in 4 isn't an option when ordering directly from Shout?

[Member-222782]

Originally Posted by Nosferatu31

Pay in 4 isn't an option when ordering directly from Shout?

It used to be. I didn't see the option but Shout's site is screwy lately.

[Nosferatu31]

Originally Posted by Cinema84

It used to be. I didn't see the option but Shout's site is screwy lately.

I was hoping to use it for the cheaper Night of the Demons bundle but if not i'll just do the same and order from Diabolik.

[rdodolak]

Originally Posted by Cinema84

Hey, cmac, if you're still around, you gotta get rid of the multiple security verification steps if you want people to shop directly. Shopping with Shout feels like I'm trying to break into Fort Knox or something. It's just movies

Looks like Diabolik and Movies Unlimited have the best prices so far for Night of the Demons 2 and 3 at $27.99 a pop. I think they were $21.99 or some such at Bull Moose a few days ago but they must've wisened up because now they're $29.99. Deep Discount wants $31.25, which is weird because MU and DD are owned by the same group. I ended up grabbing all 3 from Diabolik since I couldn't do Pay-In-4 via Shout. \

Got the Irwin Allen set for $83 and some change from Movies Unlimited.

Still showing up at BM for $21.97 for me.