Silent Hill: Revelation (2012) Blu-ray 3D [Region Locked]

[Zivouhr]

Originally Posted by SenseOffender

Yeah, funny cause I actually caught some of Ultraviolet on TV last night (I had already seen it). Sucks that it wasn't up to par with Equilibrium.

Originally Posted by Jack_Ryder_2012

You know i was actually thinking ultraviolet would be a cool 3d blu ray to buy if they converted it

Agreed.
Yes, it would look cool in 3D.
UltraViolet had good action and style to stay positive about it.

The most memorable pop out in SH2 3D was when that evil stalker (alter ego of a character) stuck its blade right out of the screen, making me flinch back. A good number of those moments now that I think about it.

I still have yet to finish Silent Hill Downpour 3D. Good game, but not enough time to play it. I like the tribute to that game

[Show spoiler]at the end of SH Revelation when the prison bus passes Heather.

[StoogeFan1118]

Sorry if this has been asked before but does anyone know why the 3D blu-ray is dated for Feb. 24th or 26th and the 2d blu-ray is dated the 12th?? Kind of sucks that we have to wait a bit longer to get the 3D disc. I assume the 3D in this film is worth it?? It will be a blind buy so any input on that subject??

[Clinton3779]

Originally Posted by StoogeFan1118

Sorry if this has been asked before but does anyone know why the 3D blu-ray is dated for Feb. 24th or 26th and the 2d blu-ray is dated the 12th?? Kind of sucks that we have to wait a bit longer to get the 3D disc. I assume the 3D in this film is worth it?? It will be a blind buy so any input on that subject??

Im pretty sure it will be just like Dredd meaning both 2d/3d on the same disc coming out on Feb 2nd.

[StoogeFan1118]

Originally Posted by Clinton3779

Im pretty sure it will be just like Dredd meaning both 2d/3d on the same disc coming out on Feb 2nd.

Really because there are two separate listings 2D combo pack for the 12th and a 3D combo pack for the 26th...seems kind of weird

[Clinton3779]

Originally Posted by StoogeFan1118

Really because there are two separate listings 2D combo pack for the 12th and a 3D combo pack for the 26th...seems kind of weird

Could be that im in Canada not sure where you are but i will be getting it at future shop and their website has only one blu ray coming out on feb 2 and it shows 3d combo pack

[UFAlien]

As for blind buy advice:

If it's just for the 3D, the 3D is pretty good in this movie. Well-used for the most part and all native, save for some flashbacks/stock footage from the original that were converted from 2D (and bizarrely, some other flashbacks to the original that were just left flat). The only issue with avoiding conversion at all costs is that there are some uncorrected native shooting stereo errors still in the film; retinal rivalry occasionally occurs where there's a reflective sheen on an object in one eye and not the other, a couple of times color or exposure was mismatched between the eyes, and in the worst example, for a single shot one eye had straight, thick bands of light running through the entire image whereas the other was clean (presumably from an offscreen light source, possibly window blinds). These problems are pretty rare, though. Note I saw it twice in different theatres and the problems were present at both showings so it was not a projection issue.

As for the movie itself... opinion is harshly split and leaning towards the negative. I for one was very disappointed; the script is horrible. It's one of those movies where almost every line of dialogue is exposition and characters practically break the fourth wall to stop and try to explain the plot, yet there are still massive plot holes by the end.

Probably the most important question is: did you see the first movie and/or play the games? The script tries to explain everything but it doesn't always work, so if you haven't done either (or preferably both) there's a pretty good chance you'll just wind up totally lost with no idea what's supposed to be happening. Of course, it's set in a different continuity from the games and practically a different continuity from the first movie since it has so many contradictions and retcons. But sadly despite all the continuity clashes it still relies heavily on story elements from both and it's best you're at least somewhat familiar with them first. It just screws them up.

All that said though, it's gory, there are some really effective jump scares and a tiny smidgen of suspense, the art design is really cool and creepy, the monsters are (mostly) pretty neat, and the music is great. The tagline was "Prepare for a 3D ride through Hell" and for once the tagline told the truth, just in a way I wish it hadn't. It's best to approach the movie as less of an actual story, because it fails miserably on that front, and just think of it as one of those haunted house rides at a theme park. There's gross and creepy stuff everywhere, it's cheesy but moves fast, and every once in a while you can expect to get startled by someone in a freaky costume. That's how I approached my second viewing and I enjoyed myself a lot more. It was just disappointing because the first movie actually had a pretty interesting and effective story, even if the structure was off.

...of course, I'm still going to buy it XP

[BleedOrange11]

Originally Posted by UFAlien

As for blind buy advice:

Thanks for the synopsis. I saw the first movie but never played the games (even though they've been on my wishlist). Looking forward to seeing this at home, mainly for the 3D and the atmosphere.

[Zivouhr]

Originally Posted by UFAlien

As for blind buy advice:

If it's just for the 3D, the 3D is pretty good in this movie.

All that said though, it's gory, there are some really effective jump scares and a tiny smidgen of suspense, the art design is really cool and creepy, the monsters are (mostly) pretty neat, and the music is great. The tagline was "Prepare for a 3D ride through Hell" and for once the tagline told the truth, just in a way I wish it hadn't. It's best to approach the movie as less of an actual story, because it fails miserably on that front, and just think of it as one of those haunted house rides at a theme park. There's gross and creepy stuff everywhere, it's cheesy but moves fast, and every once in a while you can expect to get startled by someone in a freaky costume. That's how I approached my second viewing and I enjoyed myself a lot more. It was just disappointing because the first movie actually had a pretty interesting and effective story, even if the structure was off.

...of course, I'm still going to buy it XP

Good summary UFAlien.

Originally Posted by StoogeFan1118

Sorry if this has been asked before but does anyone know why the 3D blu-ray is dated for Feb. 24th or 26th and the 2d blu-ray is dated the 12th?? Kind of sucks that we have to wait a bit longer to get the 3D disc. I assume the 3D in this film is worth it?? It will be a blind buy so any input on that subject??

Feb 26, 2013. US release.

Originally Posted by BleedOrange11

Thanks for the synopsis. I saw the first movie but never played the games (even though they've been on my wishlist). Looking forward to seeing this at home, mainly for the 3D and the atmosphere.

The 3D was strong. One of the best I've seen in theaters in 2012 for 3D. Great 3D layers here. Nice pop outs also. I was floored by the 3D, but will double check at home to see if it's just as awesome.

[Jack_Ryder_2012]

Ok i could have sworn yesterday this site said it came out on the 12th (2 weeks) but now it changed to 4 weeks, why the delay?

[Zivouhr]

Originally Posted by Jack_Ryder_2012

Ok i could have sworn yesterday this site said it came out on the 12th (2 weeks) but now it changed to 4 weeks, why the delay?

Amazon.com has it listed for the end of February, the 26th about since it first went up. About a month till release.

The opening logo, "Davis Films" I think, had some amazing ash snowflakes falling around it, that popped way out of the screen, then revealing the opening scene.

[UFAlien]

Apparently the movie is already available on iTunes and Amazon instant, but only in the US and in 2D.

Meanwhile, in France there's a limited collector's edition release of the two films together in a special box set that includes Blu-ray and DVD copies of both films (and a Blu-ray 3D copy of the second), a 36-page storyboard booklet of the second film, a poster and series of mini-posters for the sequel, and a Pyramid Head statuette. It's apparently Region B locked and limited to 1,500 copies. 150 Euros (140 at the moment as a pre-order discount), releases March 28th.

It will also have all the special features from each individual French release. The sequel's release apparently has two hours of features including a 60-minute making of, Writer/Director Michael J. Bassett's audio commentary, deleted scenes (hopefully the scene with Rose in the elevator), "and more".

Curse Region-B locking, I want those damn deleted scenes

Amazon link: http://www.amazon.fr/Silent-Hill-R%C.../dp/B00AICFKZU

[Jack_Ryder_2012]

i want the pyramid head statue! might have to grab that off ebay sometime

[BleedOrange11]

Originally Posted by UFAlien

It will also have all the special features from each individual French release. The sequel's release apparently has two hours of features including a 60-minute making of, Writer/Director Michael J. Bassett's audio commentary, deleted scenes (hopefully the scene with Rose in the elevator), "and more".

Curse Region-B locking, I want those damn deleted scenes

The US release will probably get the sequel's bonus features too, right? I know we're missing the deluxe re-color-graded version of the first one.

[UFAlien]

So far all that's confirmed feature-wise for the US is a making-of featurette. Not sure if it's the same as the French one. It's apparently also included with the iTunes release. No word on a commentary or deleted scenes.

[Zivouhr]

Originally Posted by UFAlien

Apparently the movie is already available on iTunes and Amazon instant, but only in the US and in 2D.

[Show spoiler]Meanwhile, in France there's a limited collector's edition release of the two films together in a special box set that includes Blu-ray and DVD copies of both films (and a Blu-ray 3D copy of the second), a 36-page storyboard booklet of the second film, a poster and series of mini-posters for the sequel, and a Pyramid Head statuette. It's apparently Region B locked and limited to 1,500 copies. 150 Euros (140 at the moment as a pre-order discount), releases March 28th.

It will also have all the special features from each individual French release. The sequel's release apparently has two hours of features including a 60-minute making of, Writer/Director Michael J. Bassett's audio commentary, deleted scenes (hopefully the scene with Rose in the elevator), "and more".

Curse Region-B locking, I want those damn deleted scenes

Amazon link: http://www.amazon.fr/Silent-Hill-R%C.../dp/B00AICFKZU

Originally Posted by UFAlien

So far all that's confirmed feature-wise for the US is a making-of featurette. Not sure if it's the same as the French one. It's apparently also included with the iTunes release. No word on a commentary or deleted scenes.

Thanks for the info on the French release. Sounds like it did really well over there if they get a deluxe version.

Yes, hopefully we'll get director commentary at the very least, but the deleted shots would be nice also. 23 days till the release date.

[Nommag]

Originally Posted by UFAlien

Apparently the movie is already available on iTunes and Amazon instant, but only in the US and in 2D.

Meanwhile, in France there's a limited collector's edition release of the two films together in a special box set that includes Blu-ray and DVD copies of both films (and a Blu-ray 3D copy of the second), a 36-page storyboard booklet of the second film, a poster and series of mini-posters for the sequel, and a Pyramid Head statuette. It's apparently Region B locked and limited to 1,500 copies. 150 Euros (140 at the moment as a pre-order discount), releases March 28th.

It will also have all the special features from each individual French release. The sequel's release apparently has two hours of features including a 60-minute making of, Writer/Director Michael J. Bassett's audio commentary, deleted scenes (hopefully the scene with Rose in the elevator), "and more".

Curse Region-B locking, I want those damn deleted scenes

Amazon link: http://www.amazon.fr/Silent-Hill-R%C.../dp/B00AICFKZU

Nice edition, but a little bit too deluxe for my budget

[Jack_Ryder_2012]

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This just popped up on facebook, says it comes out on the 12th, so wich is the real date?

[Clinton3779]

Originally Posted by Jack_Ryder_2012

http://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphoto...73624848_n.jpg

This just popped up on facebook, says it comes out on the 12th, so wich is the real date?

Next week in Canada is all I am aware of anyways.

[UFAlien]

Originally Posted by Jack_Ryder_2012

http://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphoto...73624848_n.jpg

This just popped up on facebook, says it comes out on the 12th, so wich is the real date?

That's the 2D-only release. The 3D version is apparently the 26th now.

And actually Ziv, it did even worse in France than it did here. Opened #6 and was out of theatres in three weeks. So not sure why they get all the goodies.

[Clinton3779]

Originally Posted by UFAlien

That's the 2D-only release. The 3D version is apparently the 26th now.

And actually Ziv, it did even worse in France than it did here. Opened #6 and was out of theatres in three weeks. So not sure why they get all the goodies.

http://www.futureshop.ca/en-CA/produ...cdbeff886een02