OFFICIAL worldwide Blu-ray "Sharing is Caring" house party day: Friday, Nov 2nd - Blu-ray Forum

ReduxInflux · 08-26-2007, 08:10 AM

Listen. The masses are ignorant. Poll after poll proves this. Paramount's bait and switch (they took the bait and switched) is only propagating the indecision. Marketing can only do so much. I myself am a skeptic at heart. I don't listen to what's preached at me. I need to weigh the facts and experience it for myself before I jump into any decision. That's how I came to Blu-ray anyway. No marketing scheme. No TV ad. Plain and simple, my friends (with facts), not the BDA, brought me to Blu-Ray (via the PS3) and now, it's time that I do the same (on a larger scale). Our families and our friends need our help. The BDA needs our help. Without us, the consumer, Blu-Ray is nothing. Every BD purchase we make is a vote. That's why our participation in the Tuesday September 18th Blu-Ray Buy-a-Thon Day is so important. But after we've bought our discs...then what? I say we throw a little Blu-Ray house warming party for our friends and families on FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2nd. The latest player profile updates should be in full swing, Spidey will be out (amongst other notable Fox releases) and more importantly, it will be just in time for the holidays. Time to butter people up for what their gift buying should include. So here's the down low:

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2nd: It very well may be just another day, but on this day, we'll all be doing it together. So invite your friends and family over for a Blu-Ray movie party night. Pick something that is WOW material. Bust out the popcorn. The candy. The soda... beer...whatever. Roll out the red carpet. And lets do a little shameless Blu light promotion. Together.

Are you in or are you IN?

(please post your rsvp)

Now for your ideas on how to make this night work - Take pictures and post 'em the day after? Promotional flyers? Give-a-ways (at our own cost...which is what I'm fully planning on doing). What?

Ridiculous or not, I don't care. I'm doing this because I totally believe in this format and I'm thankful for what it's given me. I love cinema and I want the world to be able to experience it the way I do in my home!

What say you?

blackhawktraffic · 08-26-2007, 08:12 AM

I like that idea, I am putting it down on my calendar

ReduxInflux · 08-26-2007, 08:13 AM

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Originally Posted by blackhawktraffic

I like that idea, I am putting it down on my calendar

and you, my friend, are AWESOME

blackhawktraffic · 08-26-2007, 08:22 AM

haha thanks, i think it is a good idea though, especially if you know people who buy stuff by what their friends say

martinstraka8282 · 08-26-2007, 09:07 AM

2 of my friends bought PS3's in the last week after they came over and watched Apocalypto, played Ninja Gaiden, and watched like 30 trailers I have saved on my PS3.

I do stuff like this all the time. I'm always trying to spread the word about Blu.

ReduxInflux · 08-26-2007, 10:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by martinstraka8282

2 of my friends bought PS3's in the last week after they came over and watched Apocalypto, played Ninja Gaiden, and watched like 30 trailers I have saved on my PS3.

I do stuff like this all the time. I'm always trying to spread the word about Blu.

yep. after he watched casino royale with me, my friend decided to put his wii up for sale so he can buy a ps3.

The Guardian · 08-26-2007, 05:05 PM

I think it's a great idea, but maybe a little late? Why wait 3 months?

Also the main thing is the date is after the start of the Christmas shopping season. Near the end of October may be better?

ReduxInflux · 08-26-2007, 05:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Guardian

I think it's a great idea, but maybe a little late? Why wait 3 months?

Also the main thing is the date is after the start of the Christmas shopping season. Near the end of October may be better?

you know...i was thinking that nov might be a little late. i was just thinking of the best time to warm people up to blu-ray for christmas....actually....the hamster wheel is turning in my head....yes, you are right. it is too late.... how about early november? the 2nd? due to the release of spiderman (Oct 30th), etc.

supersix4 · 08-26-2007, 05:11 PM

yeah everyone share your collection with me

and ill send it back in ooo maybe 6 years lol

ReduxInflux · 08-28-2007, 08:29 AM

bumpity bump bump bump.

ReduxInflux · 08-28-2007, 08:12 PM

so i'm supposing everyone is anti-social? or introverted? its just one day....

skubrick · 08-28-2007, 08:40 PM

I think this is a fantastic idea.

The rest of my family isn't that into movies in general, but if I tell them it's National Blu-Ray Day or something, that might help persuade them to come over.

This is probably the most helpful idea I've read on these forums. I'm skeptical about how much letters or phone calls to the studios will do. Money talks more than phone calls.

But this actually directly increases demand for the product, which will boost rentals and sales. Since Sony and company need our help, I think this is the best we can do. No one is more influential than a friend or family member. And seeing a BluRay movie in person usually seals the deal. The BR display at Best Buy hooked me in at first sight. BR for life!!

I'm going to make invitations

ReduxInflux · 08-28-2007, 08:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by skubrick

The rest of my family isn't that into movies in general, but if I tell them it's National Blu-Ray Day or something, that might help persuade them to come over.

i laughed out loud at this. ha ha ha. that's great

YoodinVranks · 10-05-2007, 03:47 AM

I'm moving into a bigger house in a few weeks (finally a house that is big enough for my 73" screen) anyway... My wife is letting my make my own theater downstairs, and I'm going ALL OUT!!! (I'm even ordering those theater style velvet ropes to line the hallway) Unfortunately I doubt I'll be ready by Nov. 2nd but this is what I'm doing for my home theater kick-off.

An all day - open door - come and go as you please - Blu-ray marathon event!

I was also planning on playing a few scenes from movies that I have both on Blu-ray and SD DVD to show everyone the difference.

ReduxInflux · 10-05-2007, 05:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by YoodinVranks

I'm moving into a bigger house in a few weeks (finally a house that is big enough for my 73" screen) anyway... My wife is letting my make my own theater downstairs, and I'm going ALL OUT!!! (I'm even ordering those theater style velvet ropes to line the hallway) Unfortunately I doubt I'll be ready by Nov. 2nd but this is what I'm doing for my home theater kick-off.

An all day - open door - come and go as you please - Blu-ray marathon event!

I was also planning on playing a few scenes from movies that I have both on Blu-ray and SD DVD to show everyone the difference.

awesome. i'm a bit jealous... (but more stoked for you!)

krendevil · 10-31-2007, 05:43 PM

I'm in "Blu-rays and Beer, Blu-rays and Beer, I've got to get me some Blu-rays and Beer!!!" It's on for Friday!!!

08-26-2007, 08:10 AM	#1
ReduxInflux Expert Member Member since:Jun 2007 Location:orange county, ca Blu-ray reviews:22 Trading Score:3	OFFICIAL worldwide Blu-ray "Sharing is Caring" house party day: Friday, Nov 2nd Listen. The masses are ignorant. Poll after poll proves this. Paramount's bait and switch (they took the bait and switched) is only propagating the indecision. Marketing can only do so much. I myself am a skeptic at heart. I don't listen to what's preached at me. I need to weigh the facts and experience it for myself before I jump into any decision. That's how I came to Blu-ray anyway. No marketing scheme. No TV ad. Plain and simple, my friends (with facts), not the BDA, brought me to Blu-Ray (via the PS3) and now, it's time that I do the same (on a larger scale). Our families and our friends need our help. The BDA needs our help. Without us, the consumer, Blu-Ray is nothing. Every BD purchase we make is a vote. That's why our participation in the Tuesday September 18th Blu-Ray Buy-a-Thon Day is so important. But after we've bought our discs...then what? I say we throw a little Blu-Ray house warming party for our friends and families on FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2nd. The latest player profile updates should be in full swing, Spidey will be out (amongst other notable Fox releases) and more importantly, it will be just in time for the holidays. Time to butter people up for what their gift buying should include. So here's the down low: FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2nd: It very well may be just another day, but on this day, we'll all be doing it together. So invite your friends and family over for a Blu-Ray movie party night. Pick something that is WOW material. Bust out the popcorn. The candy. The soda... beer...whatever. Roll out the red carpet. And lets do a little shameless Blu light promotion. Together. Are you in or are you IN? (please post your rsvp) Now for your ideas on how to make this night work - Take pictures and post 'em the day after? Promotional flyers? Give-a-ways (at our own cost...which is what I'm fully planning on doing). What? Ridiculous or not, I don't care. I'm doing this because I totally believe in this format and I'm thankful for what it's given me. I love cinema and I want the world to be able to experience it the way I do in my home! What say you? Last edited by ReduxInflux; 09-05-2007 at 10:40 PM. Reason: date change. PLEASE UPDATE! THANKS :)

08-28-2007, 08:12 PM	#11
ReduxInflux Expert Member Member since:Jun 2007 Location:orange county, ca Blu-ray reviews:22 Trading Score:3	so i'm supposing everyone is anti-social? or introverted? its just one day.... Last edited by ReduxInflux; 08-28-2007 at 08:21 PM.

10-31-2007, 05:43 PM	#16
krendevil Active Member Member since:May 2007	OFFICIAL worldwide Blu-ray "Sharing is Caring" house party day: Friday, Nov 2nd I'm in "Blu-rays and Beer, Blu-rays and Beer, I've got to get me some Blu-rays and Beer!!!" It's on for Friday!!!

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08-26-2007, 08:12 AM	#2
blackhawktraffic Blu-ray Guru Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Upland, CA 4K collection:17 Blu-ray collection:18 Blu-ray reviews: 4 Trading Score:228	I like that idea, I am putting it down on my calendar

08-26-2007, 08:22 AM	#4
blackhawktraffic Blu-ray Guru Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Upland, CA 4K collection:17 Blu-ray collection:18 Blu-ray reviews: 4 Trading Score:228	haha thanks, i think it is a good idea though, especially if you know people who buy stuff by what their friends say

08-26-2007, 09:07 AM	#5
martinstraka8282 Expert Member Member since:Jul 2007 4K collection:401 Blu-ray collection:1466 DVD collection:1 Trading Score:1	2 of my friends bought PS3's in the last week after they came over and watched Apocalypto, played Ninja Gaiden, and watched like 30 trailers I have saved on my PS3. I do stuff like this all the time. I'm always trying to spread the word about Blu.

08-26-2007, 05:05 PM	#7
The Guardian Expert Member Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Kitchener, ON Blu-ray collection:9 Trading Score:1	I think it's a great idea, but maybe a little late? Why wait 3 months? Also the main thing is the date is after the start of the Christmas shopping season. Near the end of October may be better?

08-26-2007, 05:11 PM	#9
supersix4 Blu-ray Archduke Top contributor Member since:Mar 2007 Blu-ray collection:572 Blu-ray reviews: 53 Trading Score:3	yeah everyone share your collection with me and ill send it back in ooo maybe 6 years lol

08-28-2007, 08:29 AM	#10
ReduxInflux Expert Member Member since:Jun 2007 Location:orange county, ca Blu-ray reviews:22 Trading Score:3	bumpity bump bump bump.

08-28-2007, 08:40 PM	#12
skubrick Member Member since:May 2007 Location:Work at BR Blockbuster store in Lincoln, NE	I think this is a fantastic idea. The rest of my family isn't that into movies in general, but if I tell them it's National Blu-Ray Day or something, that might help persuade them to come over. This is probably the most helpful idea I've read on these forums. I'm skeptical about how much letters or phone calls to the studios will do. Money talks more than phone calls. But this actually directly increases demand for the product, which will boost rentals and sales. Since Sony and company need our help, I think this is the best we can do. No one is more influential than a friend or family member. And seeing a BluRay movie in person usually seals the deal. The BR display at Best Buy hooked me in at first sight. BR for life!! I'm going to make invitations

10-05-2007, 03:47 AM	#14
YoodinVranks Active Member Member since:Sep 2007 Location:South Dakota Blu-ray collection:458	I'm moving into a bigger house in a few weeks (finally a house that is big enough for my 73" screen) anyway... My wife is letting my make my own theater downstairs, and I'm going ALL OUT!!! (I'm even ordering those theater style velvet ropes to line the hallway) Unfortunately I doubt I'll be ready by Nov. 2nd but this is what I'm doing for my home theater kick-off. An all day - open door - come and go as you please - Blu-ray marathon event! I was also planning on playing a few scenes from movies that I have both on Blu-ray and SD DVD to show everyone the difference.

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