The Blob (1988) (Limited Edition to 3,000) - SOLD OUT - Blu-ray Forum

Akijama · 12-11-2012, 02:19 AM

SOLD OUT

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More graphically-realistic than ever THE BLOB has returned in this horrific tale about a vile, malignant life-form that crashes to earth in a cozy, rural American town called Arborville. Untroubled by conscience or intellect, the Blob does only one thing-and does it well. It eats anything and everything that moves...men, women, children. And tonight it wants to swallow Arborville whole. The original version of THE BLOB thrilled and terrified audiences back in the 50's. Now the oozing, gooey killer is back with a new high-tech 80's look. What was once only suggested now comes to life in this visually gut-wrenching thriller in the tradition of such classic remakes as "The Thing" and "The Fly".

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shrex · 12-11-2012, 02:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Akijama

I've sent a PM to folks from TT via their FB page,regarding some questions I've had about few titles that i'd like to see on Blu and this is what they told me : "Neither of those are on the horizon at the moment, but the Blob remake is likely for 2013..."

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Granted,it's not clear whether The Blob will be released next year or not (though i'm guessing it will be due for next Halloween) ,but the good news is - they definitely have it,and fortunately it will be due next year.

Very awesome, I love '88 Blob.

ROclockCK · 12-11-2012, 02:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Akijama

I've sent a PM to folks from TT via their FB page,regarding some questions I've had about few titles that i'd like to see on Blu and this is what they told me : "Neither of those are on the horizon at the moment, but the Blob remake is likely for 2013..."

[Show spoiler]

Granted,it's not clear whether The Blob will be released next year or not (though i'm guessing it will be due for next Halloween) ,but the good news is - they definitely have it,and fortunately it will be due next year.

Bet they're hedging on the timing to see when Criterion slots in their rumoured Blob '58 Blu-ray upgrade Akijama.

NoirFan · 12-11-2012, 02:24 AM

Glad to hear confirmation, the Blob remake is a very underrated flick. What were the titles that they nixed?

HD Goofnut · 12-11-2012, 02:25 AM

I'm in. I sure wish the original would get a release too.

NoirFan · 12-11-2012, 02:26 AM

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Originally Posted by HD Goofnut

I sure wish the original would get a release too.

It will. Kim Newman confirmed that he wrote the booklet essay back in the summer.

curtistalls · 12-11-2012, 02:27 AM

Love the remake, will definitely pick that up.

oildude · 12-11-2012, 02:43 AM

I really like Twilight Time. I am a huge supporter of them, appreciate the quality and care they show for their releases, the fact that they are putting out many lost in the vault or otherwise almost forgotten films on blu-ray, and get excited every time new titles are announced. I have every one of their releases so far.

But I have to admit, I am really sad that they got this one - now it will be limited to 3000.

First four DVDs I ever bought, back in the day: Blade Runner, Saving Private Ryan, Gallipoli, and The Blob 1988.

Frightener22 · 12-11-2012, 02:46 AM

Awesome news to hear! A solid remake if I say so myself. It'll look great in the Blu-ray collection.

schweezie · 12-11-2012, 03:10 AM

I never seen the original but I loved the remake when I was a kid...I can't wait!!!

DetroitSportsFan · 12-11-2012, 03:33 AM

Wow.... 11 posts and no complaining....yet.

oildude · 12-11-2012, 04:02 AM

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Originally Posted by DetroitSportsFan

Wow.... 11 posts and no complaining....yet.

He he...ok, here goes:

Sony, you maniacs! You really did it! Damn you. Damn you all to hell!!!

miller_time22 · 12-11-2012, 04:04 AM

Cool news- I'm on board for this one.

rdodolak · 12-11-2012, 04:07 AM

Noooooo ... who in their right mind would give this title to TT?

Retroj23 · 12-11-2012, 04:10 AM

Sweet! I love this movie. Can't wait

HyperRealist · 12-11-2012, 04:11 AM

I'm going to buy 50 to flip on ebay

rdodolak · 12-11-2012, 04:12 AM

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Originally Posted by HyperRealist

I'm going to buy 50 to flip on ebay

Only 50, why limit yourself?

slimdude · 12-11-2012, 05:07 AM

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Originally Posted by oildude

But I have to admit, I am really sad that they got this one - now it will be limited to 3000.

This shouldn't be a problem! Whenever the movie becomes available for pre-order, order yourself a copy ASAP.

DarknessBDJM · 12-11-2012, 05:47 AM

Shoot, Twilight Time is getting 120 bucks from me next year with The Fury, The Blob, Christine, and Experiment in Terror.

The Mhael · 12-11-2012, 06:56 AM

Love this movie, and will buy it on day one.

Even the theme song is one of my all-time faves!

12-11-2012, 02:43 AM	#8
oildude Moderator Top contributor Member since:Dec 2009 Location:With the Ale and Quail Club on a train to Palm Beach 4K collection:267 Blu-ray collection:4770 DVD collection:212 Blu-ray reviews: 37	I really like Twilight Time. I am a huge supporter of them, appreciate the quality and care they show for their releases, the fact that they are putting out many lost in the vault or otherwise almost forgotten films on blu-ray, and get excited every time new titles are announced. I have every one of their releases so far. But I have to admit, I am really sad that they got this one - now it will be limited to 3000. First four DVDs I ever bought, back in the day: Blade Runner, Saving Private Ryan, Gallipoli, and The Blob 1988. Last edited by oildude; 12-11-2012 at 02:47 AM.

12-11-2012, 02:24 AM	#4
NoirFan Blu-ray Count Top contributor Member since:Aug 2009 4K collection:16 Blu-ray collection:2442 Trading Score:29	Glad to hear confirmation, the Blob remake is a very underrated flick. What were the titles that they nixed?

12-11-2012, 02:25 AM	#5
HD Goofnut Blu-ray King Top contributor Member since:May 2010 Location:Far, Far Away Home Theater Gallery:114 4K collection:743 Blu-ray collection:2372 DVD collection:128 MA collection:751 Digital collection:1093 Prime collection:598 Blu-ray reviews:133 Trading Score:39	I'm in. I sure wish the original would get a release too.

12-11-2012, 02:27 AM	#7
curtistalls Member Member since:Nov 2011 Location:Virginia Beach, VA 4K collection:32 Blu-ray collection:951	Love the remake, will definitely pick that up.

12-11-2012, 02:46 AM	#9
Frightener22 Blu-ray Samurai Top contributor Member since:Dec 2010 Location:New Jersey 4K collection:447 Blu-ray collection:9814 Trading Score:3	Awesome news to hear! A solid remake if I say so myself. It'll look great in the Blu-ray collection.

12-11-2012, 03:10 AM	#10
schweezie Active Member Member since:Aug 2008 Location:Anchorage, AK Home Theater Gallery:24 4K collection:1710 Blu-ray collection:6560 Blu-ray reviews:1	I never seen the original but I loved the remake when I was a kid...I can't wait!!!

12-11-2012, 03:33 AM	#11
DetroitSportsFan Hot Deals Moderator Top contributor Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Michigan 4K collection:439 Blu-ray collection:2226 Trading Score:93	Wow.... 11 posts and no complaining....yet.

12-11-2012, 04:04 AM	#13
miller_time22 Blu-ray Guru Member since:Apr 2008 4K collection:230 Blu-ray collection:1827 DVD collection:228 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:16	Cool news- I'm on board for this one.

12-11-2012, 04:07 AM	#14
rdodolak Blu-ray Prince Top contributor Member since:Jul 2007 4K collection:880 Blu-ray collection:3733 DVD collection:939 MA collection:338 Digital collection:1099 iTunes collection:75 Prime collection:11 Trading Score:20	Noooooo ... who in their right mind would give this title to TT?

12-11-2012, 04:10 AM	#15
Retroj23 Blu-ray Guru Member since:Sep 2012 Location:On Radford near the In 'N Out Burger 4K collection:45 Blu-ray collection:47 Blu-ray reviews: 2 Trading Score:11	Sweet! I love this movie. Can't wait

12-11-2012, 04:11 AM	#16
HyperRealist Blu-ray Ninja Top contributor Member since:Nov 2009 Location:PA Blu-ray collection:110 DVD collection:96 Trading Score:48	I'm going to buy 50 to flip on ebay

12-11-2012, 05:47 AM	#19
DarknessBDJM Power Member Member since:Sep 2010 Trading Score:6	Shoot, Twilight Time is getting 120 bucks from me next year with The Fury, The Blob, Christine, and Experiment in Terror.

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