Is there a US version of Downfall? - Page 4 - Blu-ray Forum

JimDiGriz · 08-02-2012, 09:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Darth Marcus

I recently bought the UK release and I was pleased with the results. It is by no means close to perfect, with the audio lacking more than the video, but it still does not detract from the experience while watching this wonderful film.

+1 on that. Bought it a while ago and got round to watching it (seen it before of course, I never buy blind!).

The PQ and AQ are not great of course but fine for a film like this - almost feels like a documentary at times which is to its credit I think! I thought the lossy track was rather good in places for a lossy track - there are a few bits outside with explosions, gunfire etc which sounded fine to me. Picked it up for £5 so Im happy with that!

Riddler The Slag · 08-02-2012, 02:52 PM

I have had this on my wishlist for a long time and have just kept putting buying the Blu-Ray off. Love this film, one of the best War films ever made.

Riddler The Slag · 08-16-2012, 06:44 PM

Saw it for a great price today on Amazon so snagged it up. Looking forward to finally checking it out!!

HD Goofnut · 08-16-2012, 06:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Riddler The Slag

Saw it for a great price today on Amazon so snagged it up. Looking forward to finally checking it out!!

The CA release?

Darth Marcus · 03-08-2013, 01:22 PM

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Originally Posted by HD Goofnut

I have been looking for someone that has the Canadian release and no one on the site seems to own it that posts regularly. Since it has lossless audio it would be worth the double dip (I own the UK version) if there is no DNR.

Just picked up the Canadian release. Here's my review: https://www.blu-ray.com/community/?a...views&u=177847.

HD Goofnut · 03-08-2013, 01:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Darth Marcus

Just picked up the Canadian release. Here's my review: https://www.blu-ray.com/community/?a...views&u=177847.

I just read it, but in your opinion is it worth importing the CA release when I already have the UK release?

Darth Marcus · 03-08-2013, 01:27 PM

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Originally Posted by HD Goofnut

I just read it, but in your opinion is it worth importing the CA release when I already have the UK release?

In my opinion, yes. In the video department, it's only a small improvement over the UK release. But the audio is really where this one stands out over the UK release. I listened to the bombing sequence at the beginning side by side, and the UK one just doesn't even come close to the audio track on this one. So you won't be getting much of an improvement in the video department, but if you are looking for an audio upgrade, purchase confidently.

HD Goofnut · 03-08-2013, 01:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Darth Marcus

In my opinion, yes. In the video department, it's only a small improvement over the UK release. But the audio is really where this one stands out over the UK release. I listened to the bombing sequence at the beginning side by side, and the UK one just doesn't even come close to the audio track on this one. So you won't be getting much of an improvement in the video department, but if you are looking for an audio upgrade, purchase confidently.

Will definitely import it then. Appreciate your input.

Darth Marcus · 03-08-2013, 01:30 PM

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Originally Posted by HD Goofnut

Will definitely import it then. Appreciate your input.

No problem!

L'armée des ombres · 03-08-2013, 02:25 PM

About that Canadian release.
What video codec is this, also what is the average video bitrate?

Darth Marcus · 03-08-2013, 04:31 PM

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Originally Posted by L'armée des ombres

About that Canadian release.
What video codec is this, also what is the average video bitrate?

It's not listed on the back of the case, that's for sure. How would I check for that? If I can do it from my PS3 then I'll check when I get home.

metaridley · 03-08-2013, 09:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Darth Marcus

It's not listed on the back of the case, that's for sure. How would I check for that? If I can do it from my PS3 then I'll check when I get home.

This is also relevant to my interests.

A Tortured Duckling · 04-03-2013, 01:12 AM

I just bought this on ebay, but have no idea what version this is. It looks like the UK cover, but it says "Phantom Vision & Sound". Does anyone know where i can find some information on it?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/121088030979...84.m1497.l2649

unkie fester · 04-14-2013, 09:20 PM

I would love to own this on bd. Hopefully it gets released in the us.

Kryptonic · 04-14-2013, 11:03 PM

I have the UK disc and am quite pleased with it, especially since it was so cheap - under $10. The cheapest I've found the Canadian disc to import to the US is $27. I love the movie, but the DD 5.1 track on the UK release sounds pretty great and very dynamic when called upon which in this movie is kind of infrequently.

HD Goofnut · 04-15-2013, 01:11 AM

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Originally Posted by unkie fester

I would love to own this on bd. Hopefully it gets released in the us.

The U.K. disc is region free and the CA disc is also region A friendly. Take your pick.

Class316 · 01-22-2014, 12:38 AM

Does anyone know which version is better image wise? Canadian blu ray or German blu ray?

HD Goofnut · 01-22-2014, 01:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Class316

Does anyone know which version is better image wise? Canadian blu ray or German blu ray?

Should be the same with the minor DNR as has been released across the globe. The major difference in the CA disc versus the rest is lossless audio.

bigshot · 01-22-2014, 01:43 AM

I have the UK disk. Great transfer.

Class316 · 01-22-2014, 06:12 AM

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Originally Posted by HD Goofnut

Should be the same with the minor DNR as has been released across the globe. The major difference in the CA disc versus the rest is lossless audio.

I've been wanting to upgrade my US DVD release. I guess the CA release is the way to go. DVD beaver compares the UK Blu ray to the DVDs and it does look much better.

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Originally Posted by bigshot

I have the UK disk. Great transfer.

Yes but subtitles are burnt in the UK release. In the CA release the subs are optional.

03-08-2013, 02:25 PM	#70
L'armée des ombres Contributor Top contributor Member since:Oct 2010 Location:In a Galaxy far far away 4K collection:437 Blu-ray collection:1398 DVD collection:120 Blu-ray reviews: 21	About that Canadian release. What video codec is this, also what is the average video bitrate? Last edited by L'armée des ombres; 03-08-2013 at 02:35 PM.

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08-02-2012, 02:52 PM	#62
Riddler The Slag Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jan 2010 Location:Tulsa, OK (formally S. Wales) Home Theater Gallery:53 4K collection:294 Blu-ray collection:651 DVD collection:60 Digital collection:108	I have had this on my wishlist for a long time and have just kept putting buying the Blu-Ray off. Love this film, one of the best War films ever made.

08-16-2012, 06:44 PM	#63
Riddler The Slag Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jan 2010 Location:Tulsa, OK (formally S. Wales) Home Theater Gallery:53 4K collection:294 Blu-ray collection:651 DVD collection:60 Digital collection:108	Saw it for a great price today on Amazon so snagged it up. Looking forward to finally checking it out!!

04-03-2013, 01:12 AM	#73
A Tortured Duckling Blu-ray Ninja Top contributor Member since:Aug 2008 4K collection:510 Blu-ray collection:3359 DVD collection:17 Trading Score:51	I just bought this on ebay, but have no idea what version this is. It looks like the UK cover, but it says "Phantom Vision & Sound". Does anyone know where i can find some information on it? http://www.ebay.com/itm/121088030979...84.m1497.l2649

04-14-2013, 09:20 PM	#74
unkie fester Senior Member Member since:Nov 2010 Blu-ray collection:268 Trading Score:2	I would love to own this on bd. Hopefully it gets released in the us.

04-14-2013, 11:03 PM	#75
Kryptonic Suspended Member since:Jul 2009 Trading Score:45	I have the UK disc and am quite pleased with it, especially since it was so cheap - under $10. The cheapest I've found the Canadian disc to import to the US is $27. I love the movie, but the DD 5.1 track on the UK release sounds pretty great and very dynamic when called upon which in this movie is kind of infrequently.

01-22-2014, 12:38 AM	#77
Class316 Power Member Member since:Mar 2012	Does anyone know which version is better image wise? Canadian blu ray or German blu ray?

01-22-2014, 01:43 AM	#79
bigshot Blu-ray Knight Member since:Aug 2010 Home Theater Gallery:12 Blu-ray collection:82 Blu-ray reviews: 3 Trading Score:3	I have the UK disk. Great transfer.

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