Should I import Batman and Batman Returns or should I buy the Anthology set?

[jimmymiro12]

Ok so I am not sure what to do. I have never imported movies before and i am wondering if I should import Batman & Batman Returns or wait for the Anthology set.

One of my main concerns is region coding (which i dont know if it is locked or not on these movies)

and also quality> Will it be better quality for the U.S. release or will it be the same thing


Please let me know what i should do. I dont completely hate Batman Forever but I dont know how much more it will cost me to get the anthology set opposed to importing them.

Please let me know

thanks,
jim

[Kynch]

Just for the facts, since I can't help you make that decision:

- The BDs are region free
- The quality will most probably be identical as Warner will surely be using the same exact transfers if not the same exact discs


So if you're a completist or don't mind the other 2 movies, wait for the Anthology; if you're just a fan of the Burton movies, import them from the UK.

[Blu Man]

Wait for it. If I'm wrong correct me, but arn't importing movies really expensive?

[Kynch]

Originally Posted by Blu Man

Wait for it. If I'm wrong correct me, but arn't importing movies really expensive?

It can be, but the two first Batman movies are £12,98 on Amazon.co.uk, which is really cheap. So in this case, it's worth it.

I'd wait for the Anthology as well, but I'm a completist and I like Batman Forever so...

[perfectdark]

Its your choice..

I imported them Batman and Batman returns .... if you like all 4 movies then wait, but i only like the first 2. They are reasonably priced, came to around $26 each including shipping and arrived in 3 days
all are region free, PQ/AQ are super, easier the best catalog BD i have watched

I've watched batman 1989 10 times already and my son loves it

[jvoorhees]

Are they releasing them by themselves here or just as a set... personally I might just go with the first two.... I wasnt a fan of all the flashy stuff in Part 3 and 4....

[SpaceDog]

I plan on buying the set, enjoying the first two, and using the S#!+maker films as a drinking game.

[BScratcha]

Originally Posted by perfectdark

Its your choice..

I imported them Batman and Batman returns .... if you like all 4 movies then wait, but i only like the first 2. They are reasonably priced, came to around $26 each including shipping and arrived in 3 days
all are region free, PQ/AQ are super, easier the best catalog BD i have watched

I've watched batman 1989 10 times already and my son loves it

I echo this completely. I imported 1,2. I'd even consider going back for 3...but I'd never own 4.

[PoLskA]

im buying the set...

only movies i imported are the Infernal Affairs Trilogy and Ronin, and i will get the US release of that when it comes out...

[Sussudio]

you can always buy the set and sell forever and batman and robin. or just wait for them to be released individually, which they unquestionably will at some point.

[NoQuestion]

I am looking forward to the boxset here in the states.

[Clark Kent]

Importing from a place like Amazon.co.uk is much easier than most realize. If you wanted the movies now and you really do not want the later sequels, I would get them from there. Someone should really write a step-by-step guide for importing Blu-rays and make it a sticky. Too many people seem frightened by a relatively simple process.

[Sussudio]

Originally Posted by Clark Kent

Importing from a place like Amazon.co.uk is much easier than most realize. If you wanted the movies now and you really do not want the later sequels, I would get them from there. Someone should really write a step-by-step guide for importing Blu-rays and make it a sticky. Too many people seem frightened by a relatively simple process.

great idea, especially if it also listed links to (or provided info regarding) region code information and currency converters.

[Kynch]

I feel Bateman's up to the challenge.

[Sussudio]

Originally Posted by Kynch

I feel Bateman's up to the challenge.

HA, i haven't imported a single movie so i wouldn't be the greatest resource (unless you were referring to someone else...). someone who has imported a lot and knows the ins and outs would probably be the best choice. thanks for the props tho

[DJaxx]

Originally Posted by Kynch

It can be, but the two first Batman movies are £12,98 on Amazon.co.uk, which is really cheap. So in this case, it's worth it.

I'd wait for the Anthology as well, but I'm a completist and I like Batman Forever so...

When I am on the UK site they all seem to be in the PAL standard for the £12,98 .....

[Kynch]

Originally Posted by Sussudio

HA, i haven't imported a single movie so i wouldn't be the greatest resource (unless you were referring to someone else...). someone who has imported a lot and knows the ins and outs would probably be the best choice. thanks for the props tho

Well I've imported from various websites and stuff, so I wouldn't mind giving a few ideas. But I'm guessing some people are way better experts than I am.

I could give it a go if you like, but no guarantees.

Oh and my main problem would simply be coherent presentation, that's all. :P

Originally Posted by DJaxx

When I am on the UK site they all seem to be in the PAL standard for the £12,98 .....

I don't quite follow you, what seems to be the problem?

[DetroitSportsFan]

I imported the first 2 films. No way I'm being forced to buy the last 2 films.

[DJaxx]

Originally Posted by Kynch

Well I've imported from various websites and stuff, so I wouldn't mind giving a few ideas. But I'm guessing some people are way better experts than I am.

I could give it a go if you like, but no guarantees.

Oh and my main problem would simply be coherent presentation, that's all. :P



I don't quite follow you, what seems to be the problem?

The Batman blus I see on amazon.uk are all in PAL format.....did not think we could play those in North America. Are you suggesting we can play those in a Sony BDP S350 and view on a Kuro HDTV? Thank you in advance.

[Jason One]

I also imported the first two only. I will not pay money for anything that includes Schumacher's garbage.