Spielberg confirms Indy films & E.T. coming to BD in 2012 - Blu-ray Forum

RingTrick · 09-13-2011, 06:00 PM

Great news!

http://digitalbits.com/#mytwocents

Just a quick early update for you this morning with some very big and cool news...

At last night's L.A. Times/Hero Complex screening of Raiders of the Lost Ark in Los Angeles, director Steven Spielberg confirmed that the Indiana Jones films are "coming soon" to Blu-ray, but only when producer George Lucas is ready. Spielberg would apparently like that to be within 6 months, while Lucas is apparently on more of a 12-month schedule. [Editor's Note: Our industry sources continue to tell us to look for the release in the 2nd half of 2012, as part of Paramount's 100th studio anniversary celebration.] The print that was shown last night was the digital restoration that will be used for the Blu-ray, and it apparently looks terrific. Spielberg reportedly made a point of noting that nothing has been tampered with in the film and there's no added dialogue, which drew some laughs from the crowd for obvious reasons. It's not yet decided if the set will include all four films in the series or just the unreleased trilogy. Star Harrison Ford was also on hand at the event as a guest and said he'd be up for doing a 5th Indy film as long as his character "isn't going to Mars" (which drew more laughs as you can imagine). Talks for a sequel are apparently under way.

Spielberg also confirmed again that E.T. is coming to Blu-ray from Universal in 2012, but likely only the original theatrical cut. (Excellent!!!) He asked the audience if they'd care if the "new" version wasn't on the Blu-ray, which generated a big "NO!" Spielberg acknowledged this and said he regrets making the changes he did for the DVD.

So there you go - some good news indeed! Thanks to a whole bunch of our old friends (and many longtime Bits readers - too numerous to mention, but you know who you are) who were on hand last night and who e-mailed afterwards with these details. Let's just say our inbox was pretty full by Midnight!

JaseT · 09-13-2011, 06:03 PM

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RingTrick · 09-13-2011, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by JaseT

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Guess I should have checked first....sorry bro

JaseT · 09-13-2011, 06:07 PM

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Originally Posted by RingTrick

Guess I should have checked first....sorry bro

It's two-thread worthy

Walts Ghost · 09-13-2011, 06:16 PM

Great news! I can't wait to have both on my blu-ray shelves! Two of my most anticipated catalog titles!

Kessel Run · 09-13-2011, 06:18 PM

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Originally Posted by JaseT

It's two-thread worthy

This is the third!!

RingTrick · 09-13-2011, 06:21 PM

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Originally Posted by JaseT

It's two-thread worthy

Indeed it is. *Breaks out the Reese's Pieces and passes them around the room.*

JaseT · 09-13-2011, 06:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Kessel Run

This is the third!!

Ok....but do the other two have Reese's Pieces?

Adam.C · 09-13-2011, 06:30 PM

I want some Reeses Pieces

RingTrick · 09-13-2011, 06:42 PM

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Originally Posted by JaseT

Ok....but do the other two have Reese's Pieces?

An unlimited supply at that

blufellas · 09-13-2011, 07:14 PM

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Originally Posted by RingTrick

An unlimited supply at that

Indy, and E.T. plus some Reeses Pieces for me.

Max_Genus · 10-22-2011, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by RingTrick

Great news!

http://digitalbits.com/#mytwocents

...Spielberg reportedly made a point of noting that nothing has been tampered with in the film and there's no added dialogue, which drew some laughs from the crowd for obvious reasons. It's not yet decided if the set will include all four films in the series or just the unreleased trilogy. Star Harrison Ford was also on hand at the event as a guest and said he'd be up for doing a 5th Indy film as long as his character "isn't going to Mars" (which drew more laughs as you can imagine). Talks for a sequel are apparently under way.

Spielberg also confirmed again that E.T. is coming to Blu-ray from Universal in 2012, but likely only the original theatrical cut. (Excellent!!!) He asked the audience if they'd care if the "new" version wasn't on the Blu-ray, which generated a big "NO!" Spielberg acknowledged this and said he regrets making the changes he did for the DVD.

I find the comments made regarding changes - or more accurately, lack thereof, more interesting than the projected release time frames.

Jacksmyname · 10-22-2011, 04:53 PM

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Originally Posted by JaseT

Ok....but do the other two have Reese's Pieces?

Peanut butter.
Yuck.
Ptooey.

BouCoupDinkyDau · 10-22-2011, 04:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Max_Genus

I find the comments made regarding changes - or more accurately, lack thereof, more interesting than the projected release time frames.

It's cool news for Jaws as well. I'm glad at least one member of the (previously) dynamic duo appreciates the value of his art and the time/attitudes that it stood for.

nolfoc · 10-22-2011, 05:03 PM

Great News for Blu-ray, Personally I don't care for these movies... I'm pissed Spielberg hasn't talked about Jaws, its his greatest movie

dolphinc · 10-22-2011, 05:14 PM

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Originally Posted by nolfoc

Great News for Blu-ray, Personally I don't care for these movies... I'm pissed Spielberg hasn't talked about Jaws, its his greatest movie

+1, I cannot believe they still haven't at least mentioned Jaws yet.

Donat96 · 10-22-2011, 05:14 PM

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Originally Posted by nolfoc

I'm pissed Spielberg hasn't talked about Jaws, its his greatest movie

Sure?

rockstarnati · 10-22-2011, 05:21 PM

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Originally Posted by RingTrick

Spielberg acknowledged this and said he regrets making the changes he did for the DVD.

Spielberg pwns George Lucas because of this. Respect.

Also, Reese's Pieces = best. thread. ever.

dogofwar · 10-22-2011, 05:29 PM

Great news!

Guitar Joe · 10-22-2011, 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Jacksmyname

Peanut butter.
Yuck.
Ptooey.

wut

09-13-2011, 06:00 PM	#1
RingTrick Active Member Member since:Jan 2011 4K collection:68 Blu-ray collection:130	Spielberg confirms Indy films & E.T. coming to BD in 2012 Great news! http://digitalbits.com/#mytwocents Just a quick early update for you this morning with some very big and cool news... At last night's L.A. Times/Hero Complex screening of Raiders of the Lost Ark in Los Angeles, director Steven Spielberg confirmed that the Indiana Jones films are "coming soon" to Blu-ray, but only when producer George Lucas is ready. Spielberg would apparently like that to be within 6 months, while Lucas is apparently on more of a 12-month schedule. [Editor's Note: Our industry sources continue to tell us to look for the release in the 2nd half of 2012, as part of Paramount's 100th studio anniversary celebration.] The print that was shown last night was the digital restoration that will be used for the Blu-ray, and it apparently looks terrific. Spielberg reportedly made a point of noting that nothing has been tampered with in the film and there's no added dialogue, which drew some laughs from the crowd for obvious reasons. It's not yet decided if the set will include all four films in the series or just the unreleased trilogy. Star Harrison Ford was also on hand at the event as a guest and said he'd be up for doing a 5th Indy film as long as his character "isn't going to Mars" (which drew more laughs as you can imagine). Talks for a sequel are apparently under way. Spielberg also confirmed again that E.T. is coming to Blu-ray from Universal in 2012, but likely only the original theatrical cut. (Excellent!!!) He asked the audience if they'd care if the "new" version wasn't on the Blu-ray, which generated a big "NO!" Spielberg acknowledged this and said he regrets making the changes he did for the DVD. So there you go - some good news indeed! Thanks to a whole bunch of our old friends (and many longtime Bits readers - too numerous to mention, but you know who you are) who were on hand last night and who e-mailed afterwards with these details. Let's just say our inbox was pretty full by Midnight!

09-13-2011, 06:03 PM	#2
JaseT Blu-ray Samurai Member since:May 2009 Location:Colorado, USA Blu-ray collection:- Trading Score:2	https://forum.blu-ray.com/blu-ray-mo...ventually.html

09-13-2011, 06:16 PM	#5
Walts Ghost Blu-ray Prince Top contributor Member since:Jun 2010 Location:Arizona 4K collection:783 Blu-ray collection:3086 DVD collection:177 iTunes collection:34 Blu-ray reviews: 33 Trading Score:1	Great news! I can't wait to have both on my blu-ray shelves! Two of my most anticipated catalog titles!

09-13-2011, 06:30 PM	#9
Adam.C Power Member Member since:Apr 2009 Home Theater Gallery:1 4K collection:51 Blu-ray collection:201 Trading Score:31	I want some Reeses Pieces

10-22-2011, 05:03 PM	#15
nolfoc Banned Top contributor Member since:Nov 2008 Blu-ray collection:- Blu-ray reviews: 108 Trading Score:49	Great News for Blu-ray, Personally I don't care for these movies... I'm pissed Spielberg hasn't talked about Jaws, its his greatest movie

10-22-2011, 05:29 PM	#19
dogofwar Special Member Member since:Oct 2011 Location:South Korea 4K collection:18 Blu-ray collection:1050 DVD collection:58 Blu-ray reviews:1	Great news!

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