Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1 - April 15 / 3D Nov 11 - Reviews

[rpc94]

Originally Posted by Blu-Benny

what if we got 5 & 6 w/part 1 and both parts of #7 w/the part 2??

I would love for that to happen! But of course, I'm sure it won't.... I think we'll get the 5 & 6 Ultimate editions in the fall/winter of 2011 when part 2 comes out on DVD/Blu-ray, since the previous ultimate editions came out in the fall/winter along with the release of something Harry Potter related (1 & 2 with HBP DVD/Blu-Ray, and 3 & 4 with DH theatrical release). Then I think we'll get 7 parts 1 & 2 in the fall/winter of 2012, but hopefully sooner, like late spring/early summer, since all of the movies will be done with...

Or! I just thought that maybe 5 & 6 will be released when DH part 2 comes out in theaters in July, since 3 & 4 came out with part 1 in theaters. Then 7 p1 and p2 in summer 2012.... Hmmmm

[The Mad Kiwi]

Yeah, while I'd like for that to happen, it probably won't. At the same time, though, that makes me glad. A part of me is afraid that the sooner we get the Ultimate Editions of 5 and 6, the less of a chance they'll contain extended cuts. Someone really needs to ask David Yates or David Heyman about those. The fan uproar over the lack of ones for 3 and 4 was enough to get WB to issue a statement as to why we didn't get those. I can only imagine the sort of hell that'll break loose if 5, the one everyone agrees needs an extension the most, doesn't receive one.

[blu-mike]

I got this from facebook..

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 1” contains the following special features:

Burbank, CA, February 1, 2011 – Everything has led to this moment. The epic finale begins with “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 1”, which arrives on Blu-ray Combo Pack, DVD and Digital Download this April 15th from Warner Home Video and Warner Bros. Digital Distribution. Setting the stage for the much anticipated theatrical release of “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2” this summer, the entire ensemble cast is back for this must-see seventh installment of the top-grossing motion picture franchise in history, based on the best-selling book series by J.K. Rowling.

3-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack includes:

* Exclusive Sneak Peek of an opening scene from the highly anticipated upcoming film Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2
* Maximum Movie Mode - Join host Jason Isaacs (Lucius Malfoy), and other members of the cast and crew, on an interactive journey through Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1. Plus, revisit important moments from the previous films to prepare for the final battle that takes place in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2.
* Dan, Rupert and Emma's Running Competition - While filming the escape scene from the Snatchers in Swinley Forest, Dan, Rupert and Emma engage in a little competition of their own. With colorful commentary by Director David Yates, see the competitive spirit on set and this hilarious rivalry between the three leads.
* The Seven Harrys - See how Daniel Radcliffe recreated the personalities of the different characters that transform into Harrys in the hilarious Privet Drive scene.
* On the Green with Rupert, Tom, Oliver and James – Accompany Rupert Grint (Ron Weasley), Tom Felton (Draco Malfoy), Oliver Phelps (George Weasley) and James Phelps (Fred Weasley) for a round of golf and get a glimpse into their 10-year friendship that developed while making the Harry Potter films.
* The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Promotional Trailer - Join Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson and other cast members from the Harry Potter films on their first visit to the Grand Opening of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter.
* Additional Scenes
* Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1: Behind the Soundtrack
* Standard Definition DVD of the feature film
* Digital Copy of the feature film

[Cook]

Here is a link with the US cover art:http://www.snitchseeker.com/harry-po...-2011-a-79519/ The US blu-ray has the UK DVD cover, and the UK Blu-ray has the US DVD cover. Funny how they did the opposite of each other.

Of note is the fact that in the US the DVD will only come in a 1 disc version with only the deleted scenes. There will be no 2 disc dvd with special features. While the UK will get a 2 disc special edition DVD with the special features. The only way to get the special features (other than the deleted scenes) in the US is if you have a blu-ray player. I bet there will be some upset people over that.

[Afrobean]

Originally Posted by Cook

Of note is the fact that in the US the DVD will only come in a 1 disc version with only the deleted scenes. There will be no 2 disc dvd with special features. While the UK will get a 2 disc special edition DVD with the special features. The only way to get the special features (other than the deleted scenes) in the US is if you have a blu-ray player. I bet there will be some upset people over that.

Not too many, I imagine. If Inception can do over 60% on the week it's released, I'm sure Harry Potter can do similarly.

Where's the "collector's" edition or whatever though? The big release of it that they started with the earliest films like last year. Will they really not bother releasing the special edition of the seventh movie until they release the other ones first? Are they really so terrible as to invite people to buy this edition when there is a better edition on the horizon?

I'm waiting until the series is done myself. I'll pick up all 8 in their individual "collector's" editions or hopefully they'll just release a giant boxset with all 8 films and all special features and extras. But hopefully, that giant boxset will be something that will fit on my shelf, and not something like that castle case they've got in France or whatever.

[Jumpman]

Afro,

I do wonder if they'll release a boxset of the Ultimate Editions but in a much smaller box that contains all the disc instead of how they're released right now.

The content of the boxset probably won't changed. But, you did hit at something they might do.

It doesn't really make much sense to create an outer shell box for the Ultimate Editions as they are now. That thing would be huge sitting on anyone's shelf.

[Scorpion Soldier]

Originally Posted by Jumpman

Afro,

I do wonder if they'll release a boxset of the Ultimate Editions but in a much smaller box that contains all the disc instead of how they're released right now.

The content of the boxset probably won't changed. But, you did hit at something they might do.

It doesn't really make much sense to create an outer shell box for the Ultimate Editions as they are now. That thing would be huge sitting on anyone's shelf.

Maybe make them digibooks like 300, Exorcist & The Matrix etc? Keeping most of the sets the same but smaller.

[Pounder]

this shall be mine

[Snowmaker]

Wonder if it would be better to wait for a 2-pack of both parts.

[SixSpeedSamurai]

Waiting for the whole big box of the series.

Though I just saw this movie at the cheap show, it's the Fellowship of the Rings of the series, lots-o-walkin'

[Kyo28]

I heard the US Blu-ray will have a lenticular slip cover, like the Half-blood Prince had. Has this been confirmed?

[sfmarine]

I looking forward to this..didn't get a chance to see it in theaters. I guess I'll buy it and then double dip when the Ultimate edition comes out for it. From the picture of the UE's it seems like they are releasing Part 1 and 2 as their own individual UE.

[Blu-Benny]

i can't freakin' wait!!! i'll be picking up whatever version is avail. day one and will upgrade to the UE when it's released!!!

[RYJAPE21]

I am beyond excited for this release I was lucky enough to catch it 3 times in theaters and I'm eagerly anticipating Part 2 this summer.

[The Mad Kiwi]

Despite purchasing the Ultimate Editions, I'm too impatient to wait on the UE for this film (or Part 2). I'll gladly double dip on both. Besides, I need Part 1 for what'll be my final Harry Potter marathon (in preparation for a new theatrical release, that is. I'll still do a marathon once a year every July like I've been doing for a while, now).

Even though the amount of deleted footage for this film is light, I still hope it all gets incorporated when the UE's released. If not, I won't complain too loudly. Out of all seven films, this is the entry that's closest to perfection, in my opinion.

[rpc94]

I have a question.... Why is this being released on a Friday and not a Tuesday like normal blu-ray releases???

[Zero_Cool]

Originally Posted by rpc94

I have a question.... Why is this being released on a Friday and not a Tuesday like normal blu-ray releases???

Every once in a while they will put out a movie on friday. It has happened with 2x of the twilight movies. Don't really think they have a reason for it. If they do I don't think it changes anything.

[Nightshade]

This Does look to be the final work.






-itswez

[rpc94]

Originally Posted by Zero_Cool

Every once in a while they will put out a movie on friday. It has happened with 2x of the twilight movies. Don't really think they have a reason for it. If they do I don't think it changes anything.

Actually they were released on a Saturday so that there could be a midnight release party for it. That's what they should've do for HP7 Part 1...

[Belmont]

As with every new Harry Potter Blu Ray release, I'm going to exercise the patience of a thousand suns in order to wait for the inevitable box set... maybe.