The Omega Man coming... - Blu-ray Forum

Freis968 · 08-16-2007, 02:48 PM

Good thing I just sold my copy of OM on Amazon for $39.99, because here comes the BluRay...in STUNNING 1.0 MONO! Woo-Hoo!!! I take it this will be the first BD released in 1.0 Mono? Also, there is no reason that the Special Features that are on the SD DVD should not be included on here...that is just plain ridiculous. Since there will lots of room left over by not utilizing a 5.1 or any REAL audio to speak of...there should be tons of room on the disc for TONS of special features.

Since I Am Legend is coming out on 12-14-07, the movie adaptation that OM is based on, I figured this may be released and I was right.

OM fans...get ready!!!

http://bluray.highdefdigest.com/1063/omegaman.html

Iceman_II · 08-16-2007, 02:52 PM

The Searchers was released in stunning 1.0 mono... but the visuals were so breathtaking, it made up for the sound... besides, the mono soundtrack serves to remind you that it is a classic before the age of modern postproduction magic

whippersnapper · 08-16-2007, 03:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Iceman_II

The Searchers was released in stunning 1.0 mono... but the visuals were so breathtaking, it made up for the sound... besides, the mono soundtrack serves to remind you that it is a classic before the age of modern postproduction magic

Yes, The Searchers is a classic that definitely has breathtaking visuals in Blu-ray. I'd recommend that anyone who doesn't have this movie in BD pick it up. It belongs in every videophile's collection. This is one of the films that is always included when they put together lists of the greatest American movies.

buckshot · 08-16-2007, 03:12 PM

what about soylent green? its people dammit.

PowellPressburger · 08-16-2007, 03:55 PM

I just re purchased the Omega Man in the new Keep Case lol Now I need to get rid of that.... on Soylent Green though that film transfer needs work just rent the current DVD on that film some scenes are crystal clear other scenes look so dirty it is bad.... really bad... but who knows. I love classic 70's cinema on DVD Bring on NETWORK and ALL THE PRESIDENT'S MEN!!!

Gremal · 08-16-2007, 03:59 PM

Heehee, I always refer to this movie when I'm talking about cell phone users. Charlton Heston thinks he's doing the right thing attacking all the freaks and then he finds out he's the freak and everyone else is normal.

Someday I'll get a cellphone and be normal, but for now I'm the Omega Man and all you cell phone users deserve to die, dammit. (just kidding)

Freis968 · 08-17-2007, 02:00 AM

Well, it appears the info on the disc have been updated. Now the BD seems to be mirroring exactly what is on the current SD DVD.

harry lime · 08-17-2007, 02:14 AM

im glad its in mono there is nothing better than the original audio.

Blu Titan · 08-17-2007, 02:23 AM

Another of my favorites. I knew I should have waited before buying a PS3 $$$$$

easyrider · 08-17-2007, 02:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Freis968

I take it this will be the first BD released in 1.0 Mono?

Dog Day Afternoon BR = 1.0 mono (at least in Australia)

Blu As Hell · 08-17-2007, 03:16 AM

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Originally Posted by buckshot

what about soylent green? its people dammit.

I've had Soylent Green before...it's pretty tasty...oh God...have I said too much?

Jack Torrance · 08-17-2007, 03:18 AM

"There is no phone ringing, dammit!!!"

Woohoo... can't wait... nothing like watching Chuck watch Hippies at Woodstock...

PrinceLH · 08-17-2007, 03:44 AM

I'm surprised that this movie has not been redone, like 75% of the other great Sci Fi movies. Is this title out in Blu Ray right now?

cueman98 · 08-17-2007, 04:07 AM

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Originally Posted by PrinceLH

I'm surprised that this movie has not been redone, like 75% of the other great Sci Fi movies. Is this title out in Blu Ray right now?

It's coming out on the 27 of November. Just FYI, it has been re-made. The remake is called "I am legend." , and it stars Will Smith.

mechagrover · 08-17-2007, 05:03 AM

...and it in itself is a remake of The Last Man on Earth starring Vincent Price

Freis968 · 08-17-2007, 05:07 AM

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Originally Posted by harry lime

im glad its in mono there is nothing better than the original audio.

I take it you have never seen Yellow Submarine? The new 5.1 Mix version that came out back in 1999? That is what I wish they would do to OM. They could leave the 1.0 audio on there for people like yourself, but for people like myself, I would rather HEAR more.

Freis968 · 08-17-2007, 05:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Jack Torrance

"There is no phone ringing, dammit!!!"

Woohoo... can't wait... nothing like watching Chuck watch Hippies at Woodstock...

LOL, classic!

darkpoet25 · 08-17-2007, 05:09 AM

It seems like the new Will Smith movie is a remake of Omega Man. Would I be correct in assuming so?

Freis968 · 08-17-2007, 05:14 AM

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Originally Posted by darkpoet25

It seems like the new Will Smith movie is a remake of Omega Man. Would I be correct in assuming so?

It appears to have elements of the OM movie and the I AM LEGEND book. The new movie is more true to the book in that, the Family, are more like blood sucking vampires, instead of white faced hippies that "assumed" others with their "pretty marks" than draining them of their blood. In OM, Heston did not have a dog with him, in I AM LEGEND book and movie, Smith, who plays the same character as Heston [Robert Neville] has a German Shepard as a companion...so there are bits and pieces taken from the book and the OM movie....best of both worlds, you may say.

harry lime · 08-17-2007, 09:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Freis968

I take it you have never seen Yellow Submarine? The new 5.1 Mix version that came out back in 1999? That is what I wish they would do to OM. They could leave the 1.0 audio on there for people like yourself, but for people like myself, I would rather HEAR more.

I own Yellow Submarine on DVD and even on VHS and I agree it sounds good but its not up to me to decide if its appropriate, its up to the director. If the director approves of going 5.1 then so be it even if the original audio was mono. Just like Soderbergh's Traffic which was shot in mono and later it was given the ok by Soderbergh to create the 5.1 audio.

Just like most people here I spent thousands on my home theater sound alone because great sound is vital but those are reserved for films that require it. But sure if they give an optional 5.1/6.1/7.1 track then good for the people who want it on films that don't need it. But to me it's just an extra I don't use and can easily do without when the film was shot in something less. I mean, can you imagine a film like M having 5.1 surround sound audio.

So in the end, to me its not about hearing more its about hearing what's right. Any ways most mono/stereo films that are made into 5.1 sound artificial to me.

08-16-2007, 02:48 PM	#1
Freis968 Active Member Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Ocoee, FL Blu-ray reviews:26 Trading Score:7	The Omega Man coming... Good thing I just sold my copy of OM on Amazon for $39.99, because here comes the BluRay...in STUNNING 1.0 MONO! Woo-Hoo!!! I take it this will be the first BD released in 1.0 Mono? Also, there is no reason that the Special Features that are on the SD DVD should not be included on here...that is just plain ridiculous. Since there will lots of room left over by not utilizing a 5.1 or any REAL audio to speak of...there should be tons of room on the disc for TONS of special features. Since I Am Legend is coming out on 12-14-07, the movie adaptation that OM is based on, I figured this may be released and I was right. OM fans...get ready!!! http://bluray.highdefdigest.com/1063/omegaman.html Last edited by Freis968; 08-16-2007 at 02:51 PM.

08-16-2007, 03:59 PM	#6
Gremal Blu-ray Samurai Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Feb 2007 Location:Daddyland Home Theater Gallery:49 Blu-ray collection:184	Heehee, I always refer to this movie when I'm talking about cell phone users. Charlton Heston thinks he's doing the right thing attacking all the freaks and then he finds out he's the freak and everyone else is normal. Someday I'll get a cellphone and be normal, but for now I'm the Omega Man and all you cell phone users deserve to die, dammit. (just kidding) Last edited by Gremal; 08-16-2007 at 04:11 PM.

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08-16-2007, 02:52 PM	#2
Iceman_II Expert Member Member since:Jan 2007 Location:Ft. Worth Home Theater Gallery:2 Blu-ray collection:308 Blu-ray reviews: 4	The Searchers was released in stunning 1.0 mono... but the visuals were so breathtaking, it made up for the sound... besides, the mono soundtrack serves to remind you that it is a classic before the age of modern postproduction magic

08-16-2007, 03:12 PM	#4
buckshot Blu-ray Guru Member since:Feb 2007 Location:san die ego Blu-ray reviews:2 Trading Score:9	what about soylent green? its people dammit.

08-16-2007, 03:55 PM	#5
PowellPressburger Blu-ray Count Top contributor Member since:Aug 2007 Location:DIFFERENT PLACES! Minneapolis 4K collection:991 Blu-ray collection:3676 DVD collection:359 Blu-ray reviews: 51 Trading Score:297	I just re purchased the Omega Man in the new Keep Case lol Now I need to get rid of that.... on Soylent Green though that film transfer needs work just rent the current DVD on that film some scenes are crystal clear other scenes look so dirty it is bad.... really bad... but who knows. I love classic 70's cinema on DVD Bring on NETWORK and ALL THE PRESIDENT'S MEN!!!

08-17-2007, 02:00 AM	#7
Freis968 Active Member Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Ocoee, FL Blu-ray reviews:26 Trading Score:7	Well, it appears the info on the disc have been updated. Now the BD seems to be mirroring exactly what is on the current SD DVD.

08-17-2007, 02:14 AM	#8
harry lime Active Member Member since:Aug 2007 Blu-ray collection:48	im glad its in mono there is nothing better than the original audio.

08-17-2007, 02:23 AM	#9
Blu Titan Super Moderator Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Edo, Land of the Samurai Home Theater Gallery:42 4K collection:41 Blu-ray collection:2864 Blu-ray reviews: 2 Trading Score:92	Another of my favorites. I knew I should have waited before buying a PS3 $$$$$

08-17-2007, 03:18 AM	#12
Jack Torrance Special Member Member since:Jan 2007 Location:Overlook Hotel Blu-ray reviews:1	"There is no phone ringing, dammit!!!" Woohoo... can't wait... nothing like watching Chuck watch Hippies at Woodstock...

08-17-2007, 03:44 AM	#13
PrinceLH Senior Member Member since:Jul 2007	I'm surprised that this movie has not been redone, like 75% of the other great Sci Fi movies. Is this title out in Blu Ray right now?

08-17-2007, 05:03 AM	#15
mechagrover Active Member Member since:Jul 2007	...and it in itself is a remake of The Last Man on Earth starring Vincent Price

08-17-2007, 05:09 AM	#18
darkpoet25 Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Feb 2007 Location:Indianapolis, IN Home Theater Gallery:45 4K collection:50 Blu-ray collection:297 Blu-ray reviews: 4	It seems like the new Will Smith movie is a remake of Omega Man. Would I be correct in assuming so?

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