Physical & Digital EST: The Future of Home Video Discussion Thread

[Anthony P]

Originally Posted by Steedeel

Personally, I couldn’t wait to get back in there. So much so, I was emotional for a good 30 mins.

I know, that is why I said I am glad you got to enjoy it.

[gotmule]

Originally Posted by Wendell R. Breland

I mentioned your subs to Stacey Spears and his response:

Stacey intends to include some audio test on the new Spears & Munsil UHD HDR Benchmark (Test Disc for 4K) for Atmos and DTS:X and has asked what people are using and how they have their setup configured. Thought you may like to reply when you have the time.

I will send a reply to Stacey when I am not brain dead from another day of work. Thanks for bringing me up in your chat!

[slimjean]

Originally Posted by Steedeel

If you like horror, you may want to add Candyman.

I love it. Of course Virginia Madson is just heavenly just like in The Hot Spot.

Great films!

[cheez avenger]

My 4K set of Indiana Jones shipped yesterday from Deep Discount. Should be here in a few days.

[Steedeel]

Originally Posted by slimjean

I love it. Of course Virginia Madson is just heavenly just like in The Hot Spot.

Great films!

The urban feel of the film felt fresh and it’s unusual for a horror film to have so many daylight scenes. It worked for me. I will be going to see the new one for sure.

[Steedeel]

Originally Posted by cheez avenger

My 4K set of Indiana Jones shipped yesterday from Deep Discount. Should be here in a few days.

Look forward to reading your review/opinions.

On a sadder note, Ned Beatty has passed away.

[Ender14]

Originally Posted by Steedeel

Went to see ‘Nobody’ starring Bob Odenkirk, so glad I did. Won’t spoil it but it’s thoroughly entertaining and extremely brutal with a great soundtrack. Buying the Blu-ray or 4K disc day one.

4/5

Agreed, very entertaining movie. Definite 4K purchase for me as well.

[Wendell R. Breland]

Originally Posted by cheez avenger

My 4K set of Indiana Jones shipped yesterday from Deep Discount. Should be here in a few days.

Penton posted the following that may be of interest to readers:

Originally Posted by Penton-Man

ceci d'un autre ami -

Indiana Jones 4 movie Collection 4K UHD BLU RAY REVIEW IN HDR - YouTube

[JohnAV]

Remember code 8? If you don't see the short film hidden below. It was average, but I am curious where the sequel will take it.

[Show spoiler]

Code 8 - Short Film 2016

Netflix Nabs Robbie and Stephen Amell’s ‘Code 8’ Sci-Fi Thriller Sequel - Hollywood Reporter 6/14

Cousins Stephen Amell and Robbie Amell have sold the sequel to their sci-fi thriller Code 8 to Netflix.

The streaming giant picked up the global rights to Code 8: Part II in a deal with XYZ Films. The acquisition marks Netflix’s first English language original feature from Canada after the streaming giant took the global rights to Canadian director Ricardo Trogi’s Le Guide de la famille parfaite (The Guide to the Perfect Family), the French language dramedy about an over-parenting society that got a theatrical release in Quebec and a simultaneous release in the rest of the world on Netflix.

[Dynamo of Eternia]

Originally Posted by Vilya

I am home now after a 10 day stay at two hospitals. I just wanted to say thank you to everyone who has wished me well.

I have had so much done to me and I am so extremely weak; everything is ten times harder to do than it should be. When my own future is in clearer focus, I hope to return to the everlasting debate about the future of physical, digital, and home video.

I enjoy all of you...even those with whom I have strongly disagreed. I apologize for the times when I have gone too far; I can get carried away sometimes. Thank you all again for thinking of me.

Hey, I haven't been very active on here lately, but I saw this while going through recent pages of the thread, and want to send you well wishes on a speedy recovery.

[slimjean]

Originally Posted by Wendell R. Breland

Penton posted the following that may be of interest to readers:

Ok seriously I am popping wood on this one.

The differences between these and the blue are astounding. I want this bad!!!

[Steedeel]

There is something that has been frustrating me lately related to my passion of collecting films. More and more, we have a situation where a Blu-ray purchase of a original film may end up with potential sequels only landing exclusively on streaming services.
I give you ‘Knives Out’. I own the film on disc but the sequels are going to Netflix. It’s getting to the stage where I’m far more picky when it comes to franchise stuff as I fear future sequels won’t be released on Blu-Ray.

It feels a bit naff having the first film in my disc collection but essentially being locked out of future sequels.

Another example is ‘Greenland’. I was considering a purchase but I heard today a sequel is on the way and it will go to the highest bidder. Presumably that could mean Apple, Amazon, Netflix etc.

[JohnAV]

Originally Posted by Steedeel

There is something that has been frustrating me lately related to my passion of collecting films. More and more, we have a situation where a Blu-ray purchase of a original film may end up with potential sequels only landing exclusively on streaming services.
I give you ‘Knives Out’. I own the film on disc but the sequels are going to Netflix. It’s getting to the stage where I’m far more picky when it comes to franchise stuff as I fear future sequels won’t be released on Blu-Ray.

It feels a bit naff having the first film in my disc collection but essentially being locked out of future sequels.

Another example is ‘Greenland’. I was considering a purchase but I heard today a sequel is on the way and it will go to the highest bidder. Presumably that could mean Apple, Amazon, Netflix etc.

Stop being a pessimist, you're better than that.

Queen - I Want It All (Making Of & Alt Takes) (High Quality) - YouTube

[Steedeel]

Originally Posted by JohnAV

Stop being a pessimist, you're better than that.

Queen - I Want It All (Making Of & Alt Takes) (High Quality) - YouTube

It’s true though. I enjoyed Knives Out and now, I can’t own the sequels. Meaning I won’t have the set to enjoy.

[Ender14]

Originally Posted by Steedeel

It’s true though. I enjoyed Knives Out and now, I can’t own the sequels. Meaning I won’t have the set to enjoy.

Criterion releases Netflix content. I have a few myself. It's not impossible they will see a disc release.

[gotmule]

Originally Posted by JohnAV

Remember code 8? If you don't see the short film hidden below. It was average, but I am curious where the sequel will take it.

[Show spoiler]Code 8 - Short Film 2016

Netflix Nabs Robbie and Stephen Amell’s ‘Code 8’ Sci-Fi Thriller Sequel - Hollywood Reporter 6/14

Average is a good description of Code 8. I bought it and am not either mad about owning it nor thrilled about owning it.

[cheez avenger]

Netflix has the deepest of pockets to purchase properties outright like they did with Knives Out.

[Steedeel]

Originally Posted by cheez avenger

Netflix has the deepest of pockets to purchase properties outright like they did with Knives Out.

I would have though that would be Apple.

[Wendell R. Breland]

Originally Posted by Steedeel

I would have though that would be Apple.

The following just for fun. No attempt was made to find the value of the entertainment arm of a company, i.e. Universal as part of Comcast. In terms of valuation:

Amazon - 315 Billion
Apple - 2,080 Billion
CBS (Parmount) - 26 Billion
Comcast - 72 Billion
Disney - 122 Billion
Lionsgate - ??
MGM - ?? (now owned by Amazon)
Netflix - 30 Billion
Sony - 45 Billion
Warner - ??

[Steedeel]

Originally Posted by Wendell R. Breland

The following just for fun. No attempt was made to find the value of the entertainment arm of a company, i.e. Universal as part of Comcast. In terms of valuation:

Amazon - 315 Billion
Apple - 2,080 Billion
CBS (Parmount) - 26 Billion
Comcast - 72 Billion
Disney - 122 Billion
Lionsgate - ??
MGM - ?? (now owned by Amazon)
Netflix - 30 Billion
Sony - 45 Billion
Warner - ??

Apple could buy 2 studios with their pocket money!