Buy Imports or wait?

[Lost Johnny]

I see "The Island" is available in Europe for a very healthy price, about $60.00. Is i t a given that it will be available in US for less? I hate to wait any amount of time for Scalett Johansen in Blu. I understand Japan has certain titles we yanks are waiting for as well. I hate to pay too much and then have it come out for half as much next week.

LJB

[mgonzo2u]

Patience is always the best option.

The saying of, "Good things come to those who wait" is quite valid.

[DC_Street]

pick it up off of ebay, got mine for $20 shipped thanks to a $10 paypal gift certificate

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...MEWN:IT&ih=010

[JasonR]

I think if you find it for a good price get it. I got Almost Famous for around 27 dollars from the U.K., who knows when it will be released here.

[JasonR]

Around $36.00 U.S. here, probably $40.00 shipped.

http://www.sendit.com/video/item/7001000133083

[Clark Kent]

Get the import because no one has any idea when Universal will release a BD version in the U.S.

[DeeChizzle]

With the lack of titles that are available in the US (titles that I would own) I have no problem buying imports. I have no complaints with any of the ones I own now.

[DetroitSportsFan]

I'm waiting.

It also helps that there's few imports that interest me.

[nycomet]

I have the UK pressing. Got it during a Buy 2 Get 1 free sale at Amazon UK. The PQ is superb. The audio is standard 5.1 Dolby. Still, this is a personal favorite film so it is definitely a great BD to own. If a US version ever comes with improved sound options I will upgrade.

"You want to go to the Island..."

Yes, I do indeed!

[1878]

My Family live in the UK so I've got them on the lookout for Almost Famous and The Island. Hopefully I'll be receiving a parcel anytime now.

[Bluray_ne1]

Originally Posted by Clark Kent

Get the import because no one has any idea when Universal will release a BD version in the U.S.

I agree, although, given the fact that it's a Michael Bay movie, he may make a push to get it done. But like Clark said, no one has any idea. I say, if you can find it on eBay, go for it. I have it and it is worth it.

[JJ]

I'm finally giving in and importing Transformers 86 and Days of Glory: Indigenes. It'll run me $70 - but I just have to have these movies.

[Thanos417]

Originally Posted by Lost Johnny

I see "The Island" is available in Europe for a very healthy price, about $60.00. Is i t a given that it will be available in US for less? I hate to wait any amount of time for Scalett Johansen in Blu. I understand Japan has certain titles we yanks are waiting for as well. I hate to pay too much and then have it come out for half as much next week.

LJB

http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/B000RJEHK8/

$28.12 with shipping, not that bad for an import.

[Zyclone]

i have about 20 imports and there is many more im still interested in , it costs a bit more but i kinda like having movies no one else has yet

[Grisle]

I've got this movie on BD...it's awesome!

[DR-SA10]

I live in the UK but import most of my films or games from the US, just got No country for old men & its still at the cinemas in the UK. Not only do i get stuff quicker its also usually cheaper.

[Mrcheerful]

I buy both, but I tend to import. The reason being that I get the movie a lot quicker. Some times 3-4 months before it has a UK release. Another good reason is the price, the UK prices can be abit too high sometimes. Lucky we have a few good online retailers that sell at good prices, and this can sometimes work out cheaper than importing. To me its a balance of how quick I want the movie and the price I am willing to pay. If the online UK retailer are cheaper I wait, if not I import.

[AaronSCH]

I import titles from the UK that have received generally good feedback and reviews from other members. The only purchases I have made are titles not likely to get a US release any time soon. My import list (all region-free):

Almost Famous
Bruce Almighty
Children of Men (Finland)
Cinderella Man
Company of Wolves
Face-Off
The Island
Lucky Number Slevin
Robbie Williams: Live at the Albert
Scary Movie 4
U-571
Welcome to the Jungle (original title) aka The Rundown (Here in the US)

Each of these titles look incredible on Blu-ray with the exception of "Company of Wolves." Unfortunately the image is extremely grainy and flat. However, it is still the best version of the film I have seen on any format. I also highly recommend ordering from Sendit.com. Fair prices, terrific service, courteous staff.

[me-uk]

importing in the way forward I dont see a point in waiting if you can get it now and for a fair price (which it seems you can by the previous posts).

[Blu Titan]

Originally Posted by JasonR

I think if you find it for a good price get it. I got Almost Famous for around 27 dollars from the U.K., who knows when it will be released here.

Very good estimate. I just purchased this movie from Amazon UK. The price including shipping (in Euros) 18.38, and the actual price charged to my credit card was $36.53. A little pricy, but not too bad. I really want to see this movie again, and the DVD just will not do.