The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey - 2013 Pre-orders - Page 10 - Blu-ray Forum

TheWildWhelk · 04-01-2013, 11:29 AM

I just can't figure out what they are going to include in the Extended Editions of The Hobbit that would make the film 'better. I really felt that Jackson had crowbarred everything of merit into the first film, so that anything else is going to be surplus to the story.

I fully expect the extra's on the EE to be first-class of course, and is the sole reason i am buying it rather than the theatrical verision. Seeing as no-one is really complaining about the lack of decent extra's on the Theatrical release, Jackson seems to have made a wise choice, marketing-wise.

YoreLore · 04-01-2013, 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by TheWildWhelk

I just can't figure out what they are going to include in the Extended Editions of The Hobbit that would make the film 'better. I really felt that Jackson had crowbarred everything of merit into the first film, so that anything else is going to be surplus to the story.

I do agree that there is not much he could add that would improve it and a lot of people feel some should have been removed to make the film better. I just love seeing Middle-Earth on film though and another 15 minutes will be a nice addition in my opinion.

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Originally Posted by TheWildWhelk

I fully expect the extra's on the EE to be first-class of course, and is the sole reason i am buying it rather than the theatrical verision. Seeing as no-one is really complaining about the lack of decent extra's on the Theatrical release, Jackson seems to have made a wise choice, marketing-wise.

Yeah that's the real reason I want it. The EE of LOTR are fantastic and if they go into as much detail on this then it's worth the wait for me.

Monkeyspoons Revenge · 04-01-2013, 05:35 PM

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Originally Posted by TheWildWhelk

I just can't figure out what they are going to include in the Extended Editions of The Hobbit that would make the film 'better. I really felt that Jackson had crowbarred everything of merit into the first film, so that anything else is going to be surplus to the story.

I fully expect the extra's on the EE to be first-class of course, and is the sole reason i am buying it rather than the theatrical verision. Seeing as no-one is really complaining about the lack of decent extra's on the Theatrical release, Jackson seems to have made a wise choice, marketing-wise.

I know some of the scenes that were removed and will be in the extended cut.

One is at a party where Bilbo is a young boy. Gandalf is the same as he always is. He magics up a tiny dragon and can see by Bilbo's reaction that he is more curious and adventurous than normal Hobbits. Ian McKellan said that it was one of his favourite scenes to film.

prophecygirl · 04-01-2013, 05:35 PM

I reserved a £15.99 copy of The Hobbit 3D at HMV Stockport today. All their systems are now allowing reservations again.

Buddy Ackerman · 04-01-2013, 07:00 PM

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Originally Posted by prophecygirl

I reserved a £15.99 copy of The Hobbit 3D at HMV Stockport today. All their systems are now allowing reservations again.

Did they confirm the price is £15.99? I'm a little wary of cancelling my Sainsbury's £18.99 order in case the photo above turns out to be wrong/a joke.

Lew Zealand · 04-01-2013, 07:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Buddy Ackerman

Did they confirm the price is £15.99? I'm a little wary of cancelling my Sainsbury's £18.99 order in case the photo above turns out to be wrong/a joke.

Why would it be a joke?

chip75 · 04-01-2013, 07:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Lew Zealand

Why would it be a joke?

Because it had 2 mugs in it. That's what HMV think of it's customers half the time, a couple of mugs...

It looks legit though.

prophecygirl · 04-01-2013, 08:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Buddy Ackerman

Did they confirm the price is £15.99? I'm a little wary of cancelling my Sainsbury's £18.99 order in case the photo above turns out to be wrong/a joke.

Yep the guy got it up on the system and it was listed as 3D £15.99. The mugs were in the picture because if you reserve (or buy?) you get £2 off a mug. I already bought them so didn't bother asking about that.

Rixx · 04-01-2013, 09:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Lew Zealand

Why would it be a joke?

Why would it be a joke on April Fools Day!!!

Buddy Ackerman · 04-01-2013, 10:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Lew Zealand

Why would it be a joke?

People have odd senses of humour! Especially bored teenage members of staff. Wasn't doubting your post per se, just the person who posted it on Twitter originally.

Just seems too good to be true, that's all, hence double checking before I cancelled a decently-priced pre-order. Will reserve a copy tomorrow. Thanks for letting me know, prophecygirl.

SymbioticFunction · 04-02-2013, 12:55 AM

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Originally Posted by thewildwhelk

i just can't figure out what they are going to include in the extended editions of the hobbit that would make the film 'better. I really felt that jackson had crowbarred everything of merit into the first film, so that anything else is going to be surplus to the story.

+1

levcore · 04-02-2013, 12:21 PM

Went into HMV Cheltenham today and they did indeed have pre-order copies of the 3D release at £15.99. HMV come back swinging by offering the 3D Hobbit set far cheaper than anywhere else, awesome! It just better be that price on release day, as i wasn't planning on pre-ordering it!

Buddy Ackerman · 04-03-2013, 12:49 PM

Pre-ordered and, again, confirmed to be £15.99. This is like the old days! Pre-ordering a video from a shop (used to be for a pound and Smiths would give you a free T-shirt when you collected it - those were the days) and buying a new release from a shop on day of release? Happy days.

Mithrandir-Grey · 04-03-2013, 02:12 PM

Anyone that has preordered online, has there been any movement on your order?

mancsteveuk · 04-03-2013, 02:31 PM

Preordered mine from asda direct, still doesn't say dispatched, I was hoping it would be posted today. Typically, where I live, royal mail are crap so I'm hoping it does get posted out today.

Brother_Dobby · 04-03-2013, 03:18 PM

Zavvi dispatched my 2D and 3D versions today! Here's hoping they've turned over a new leaf for good!

Buddy Ackerman · 04-03-2013, 03:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Brother_Dobby

Zavvi dispatched my 2D and 3D versions today! Here's hoping they've turned over a new leaf for good!

Out of curiousity - why both versions?

Brother_Dobby · 04-03-2013, 03:24 PM

One is a bday present for my 3Dless mate.

Buddy Ackerman · 04-03-2013, 03:26 PM

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One is a bday present for my 3Dless mate.

Aha! Thought you were being a bit OTT in your completism!

Mavrick · 04-03-2013, 05:33 PM

04-01-2013, 11:29 AM	#181
TheWildWhelk Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Oct 2007 Location:Elsinore Blu-ray collection:63 Blu-ray reviews:4	I just can't figure out what they are going to include in the Extended Editions of The Hobbit that would make the film 'better. I really felt that Jackson had crowbarred everything of merit into the first film, so that anything else is going to be surplus to the story. I fully expect the extra's on the EE to be first-class of course, and is the sole reason i am buying it rather than the theatrical verision. Seeing as no-one is really complaining about the lack of decent extra's on the Theatrical release, Jackson seems to have made a wise choice, marketing-wise.

04-01-2013, 05:35 PM	#184
prophecygirl Senior Member Member since:Sep 2012 Location:UK	I reserved a £15.99 copy of The Hobbit 3D at HMV Stockport today. All their systems are now allowing reservations again.

04-02-2013, 12:21 PM	#192
levcore Blu-ray Grand Duke Member since:Jun 2011 Location:Dryland 4K collection:306 Blu-ray collection:2616 Trading Score:3	Went into HMV Cheltenham today and they did indeed have pre-order copies of the 3D release at £15.99. HMV come back swinging by offering the 3D Hobbit set far cheaper than anywhere else, awesome! It just better be that price on release day, as i wasn't planning on pre-ordering it!

04-03-2013, 12:49 PM	#193
Buddy Ackerman Blu-ray Ninja Top contributor Member since:May 2011 Location:UK 4K collection:5 Blu-ray collection:917 Trading Score:2	Pre-ordered and, again, confirmed to be £15.99. This is like the old days! Pre-ordering a video from a shop (used to be for a pound and Smiths would give you a free T-shirt when you collected it - those were the days) and buying a new release from a shop on day of release? Happy days.

04-03-2013, 02:12 PM	#194
Mithrandir-Grey Expert Member Top contributor Member since:Dec 2009 Location:Peterborough, U.K Digital collection:167 iTunes collection:335 Trading Score:2	Anyone that has preordered online, has there been any movement on your order?

04-03-2013, 02:31 PM	#195
mancsteveuk Member Member since:Mar 2013 Location:Leicester England Home Theater Gallery:15 Blu-ray collection:319 DVD collection:236 Digital collection:81 Trading Score:6	Preordered mine from asda direct, still doesn't say dispatched, I was hoping it would be posted today. Typically, where I live, royal mail are crap so I'm hoping it does get posted out today.

04-03-2013, 03:18 PM	#196
Brother_Dobby Expert Member Top contributor Member since:Mar 2011 4K collection:- Blu-ray collection:-	Zavvi dispatched my 2D and 3D versions today! Here's hoping they've turned over a new leaf for good!

04-03-2013, 03:24 PM	#198
Brother_Dobby Expert Member Top contributor Member since:Mar 2011 4K collection:- Blu-ray collection:-	One is a bday present for my 3Dless mate.

04-03-2013, 05:33 PM	#200
Mavrick Gaming Moderator Top contributor Member since:Dec 2008 Location:Wales Home Theater Gallery:121 4K collection:62 Blu-ray collection:813 iTunes collection:1 Blu-ray reviews:5 Trading Score:1

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