Paths of Glory 1957...Which one? - Blu-ray Forum

RockyIII · 08-18-2018, 04:13 PM

I see that we have Criterion and MoC both with their own edition of this fantastic classic. Which one is superior from a A/V standpoint?
I am looking for the best version possible to watch on 100" with surround sound, but also to be able to watch on 55" 4K Oled panel with surround sound.

t_rav · 08-18-2018, 04:27 PM

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Originally Posted by RockyIII

I see that we have Criterion and MoC both with their own edition of this fantastic classic. Which one is superior from a A/V standpoint?
I am looking for the best version possible to watch on 100" with surround sound, but also to be able to watch on 55" 4K Oled panel with surround sound.

It’s all subjective. The best way is for you to compare & decide which you prefer

http://www.caps-a-holic.com/c.php?d1...d2=6166&c=2514

RockyIII · 08-18-2018, 04:31 PM

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Originally Posted by t_rav

It’s all subjective. The best way is for you to compare & decide which you prefer

http://www.caps-a-holic.com/c.php?d1...d2=6166&c=2514

But what is the general consensus? I am trying to avoid any version with excessive DNR, or other artificial artefacts

KCota15 · 08-18-2018, 04:37 PM

Criterion

t_rav · 08-18-2018, 04:40 PM

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But what is the general consensus? I am trying to avoid any version with excessive DNR, or other artificial artefacts

I, personally, like the Criterion better and bought that one.

RockyIII · 08-18-2018, 05:12 PM

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Originally Posted by KCota15

Criterion

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Originally Posted by t_rav

I, personally, like the Criterion better and bought that one.

I am surprised with your answer as MoC usually holds the best reputation

Bates_Motel · 08-18-2018, 05:27 PM

They are identical masters. MoC has a tiny bit for grain. So it's up to whatever extras you want, I guess.

Rich Pure Doom · 08-18-2018, 05:38 PM

Can't go wrong with either one. Both have great A/V, extras, and excellent covers.

RockyIII · 08-18-2018, 05:47 PM

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Can't go wrong with either one. Both have great A/V, extras, and excellent covers.

Then why the noticeable difference in price? ($22 vs $17)

frakking toaster · 08-18-2018, 05:49 PM

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Then why the noticeable difference in price? ($22 vs $17)

Cause one is a US release and one is a U.K. release...

RockyIII · 08-18-2018, 05:59 PM

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Cause one is a US release and one is a U.K. release...

UK is cheaper. That is strange.

See Rad · 08-18-2018, 08:31 PM

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UK is cheaper. That is strange.

They're different releases from different companies in different economies. How is a price discrepancy strange? 90% of MOC's titles end up less than ten pounds on Amazon UK eventually. Criterion titles have never gotten lower than $14.95 on Amazon US, and that's a mere handful of titles.

Most of Arrow's simultaneous UK/USA releases are cheaper in the UK as well, even after postage costs to the US. I've never bought an Arrow US release if there's a UK release as well.

koberulz · 08-18-2018, 05:48 PM

Why not?

koberulz · 08-18-2018, 06:04 PM

No it isn't.

Dailyan · 08-18-2018, 06:14 PM

It really comes down to what sort of extras you want. The A/V is basically the same.

Rizor · 08-18-2018, 06:35 PM

PQ wise, they're virtually identical. Though personally, I think this title could use a remaster.

Dailyan · 08-18-2018, 06:51 PM

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Though personally, I think this title could use a remaster.

Rizor · 08-18-2018, 07:28 PM

It's not bad, but it looks like a pretty strong DVD-era HD master to me (which is probably what it is). Grain and details aren't well resolved and there's considerable edge enhancement throughout. I'm sure most find this transfer pretty solid and it was well reviewed, but you'll see what I mean when the 4K remaster comes out.

RockyIII · 09-12-2018, 03:31 PM

Finally got the chance to watch this. The shots inside and around the palace were simply gorgeous.
There was just one thing in the final act that I did not quite grasp.

HD Goofnut · 09-12-2018, 03:35 PM

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Finally got the chance to watch this. The shots inside and around the palace were simply gorgeous.
There was just one thing in the final act that I did not quite grasp.

What?

08-18-2018, 04:13 PM	#1
RockyIII Blu-ray Baron Member since:Feb 2016 Location:Miami, Fl Trading Score:25	Paths of Glory 1957...Which one? I see that we have Criterion and MoC both with their own edition of this fantastic classic. Which one is superior from a A/V standpoint? I am looking for the best version possible to watch on 100" with surround sound, but also to be able to watch on 55" 4K Oled panel with surround sound.

08-18-2018, 04:37 PM	#4
KCota15 Active Member Member since:Jan 2012 4K collection:407 Blu-ray collection:1825	Criterion

08-18-2018, 05:27 PM	#7
Bates_Motel Banned Member since:Jul 2014 Location:Los Angeles Trading Score:2	They are identical masters. MoC has a tiny bit for grain. So it's up to whatever extras you want, I guess.

08-18-2018, 05:38 PM	#8
Rich Pure Doom Special Member Member since:Jan 2011 Trading Score:24	Can't go wrong with either one. Both have great A/V, extras, and excellent covers.

08-18-2018, 05:48 PM	#13
koberulz Blu-ray Knight Top contributor Member since:May 2016 Location:Australia 4K collection:206 Blu-ray collection:2229 DVD collection:532 Trading Score:17	Why not?

08-18-2018, 06:04 PM	#14
koberulz Blu-ray Knight Top contributor Member since:May 2016 Location:Australia 4K collection:206 Blu-ray collection:2229 DVD collection:532 Trading Score:17	No it isn't.

08-18-2018, 06:14 PM	#15
Dailyan Blu-ray Baron Top contributor Member since:Feb 2015 Location:Beyond the Blue Horizon 4K collection:195 Blu-ray collection:2245 DVD collection:197 Blu-ray reviews: 58 Trading Score:55	It really comes down to what sort of extras you want. The A/V is basically the same.

08-18-2018, 06:35 PM	#16
Rizor Blu-ray Ninja Top contributor Member since:Jun 2008 Location:NJ, USA 4K collection:1602 Blu-ray collection:6185 DVD collection:192 MA collection:73 Digital collection:51 iTunes collection:29 Prime collection:7 Blu-ray reviews: 32 Trading Score:159	PQ wise, they're virtually identical. Though personally, I think this title could use a remaster.

08-18-2018, 07:28 PM	#18
Rizor Blu-ray Ninja Top contributor Member since:Jun 2008 Location:NJ, USA 4K collection:1602 Blu-ray collection:6185 DVD collection:192 MA collection:73 Digital collection:51 iTunes collection:29 Prime collection:7 Blu-ray reviews: 32 Trading Score:159	It's not bad, but it looks like a pretty strong DVD-era HD master to me (which is probably what it is). Grain and details aren't well resolved and there's considerable edge enhancement throughout. I'm sure most find this transfer pretty solid and it was well reviewed, but you'll see what I mean when the 4K remaster comes out.

09-12-2018, 03:31 PM	#19
RockyIII Blu-ray Baron Member since:Feb 2016 Location:Miami, Fl Trading Score:25	Finally got the chance to watch this. The shots inside and around the palace were simply gorgeous. There was just one thing in the final act that I did not quite grasp.

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