The Third Man (1949) - OUT OF PRINT

[Blu_Beard]

What are the odds that StudioCanal will be releasing their new 4K scan stateside anytime soon? I have the Criterion Digipack DVD but I've long been considering upgrading to the UK or French release.

[baheidstu]

Originally Posted by hearthesilence

No, do NOT get this version, it looks terrible and another big reason why Criterion's BD was so sought after for a while. Get StudioCanal's current edition, which has a NEW 4k scan and looks amazing.

Well, he said he already has it. But the best advice would be to try to sell it and put the proceeds towards the Studio Canal version.

Originally Posted by Blu_Beard

What are the odds that StudioCanal will be releasing their new 4K scan stateside anytime soon? I have the Criterion Digipack DVD but I've long been considering upgrading to the UK or French release.

I'd say it's not likely they'll release it any time soon in North America considering they haven't released anything here in a while. Seeing as the UK version is region free, I can't see any reason why you shouldn't just import that one.

[mja345]

Originally Posted by Blu_Beard

What are the odds that StudioCanal will be releasing their new 4K scan stateside anytime soon? I have the Criterion Digipack DVD but I've long been considering upgrading to the UK or French release.

You can pick it up relatively cheap on Amazon UK. I'm probably going to throw it in my cart the next time I pick up some Indicator releases on Amazon UK.

[thompsonjohn]

Anyone still interested I've lowered my price to $55 +S&H, this is now a first come first serve deal. PM me.

[Blu_Beard]

Originally Posted by baheidstu

I'd say it's not likely they'll release it any time soon in North America considering they haven't released anything here in a while. Seeing as the UK version is region free, I can't see any reason why you shouldn't just import that one.

That's good to know - I had seen that they released a BD with the old scan under the StudioCanal Collection in 2010, which is still on the market. I had thought they may still be active in the US, which it appears they are not.

Originally Posted by mja345

You can pick it up relatively cheap on Amazon UK. I'm probably going to throw it in my cart the next time I pick up some Indicator releases on Amazon UK.

I think I may just do the same. It turns my copy is actually the older 1999 Criterion release.

[thompsonjohn]

I need to sell "The Third Man" by end of today fofr $65, terms of payment will be discussed one on one.

I've decided you will get "Smokey and the Bandit" blu-ray/DVD free. Also, I'm willing to throw in the "Indiana Jones" box set free.

PM me.

[PaperThinWalls]

Originally Posted by Blu_Beard

That's good to know - I had seen that they released a BD with the old scan under the StudioCanal Collection in 2010, which is still on the market. I had thought they may still be active in the US, which it appears they are not.

Actually, Studio Canal/Lionsgate released The Man Who Fell to Earth in the US this past January, so they are still active here. That said, the odds of The Third Man being released in NA, I think, are pretty slim.

[Member-167298]

Originally Posted by PaperThinWalls

Actually, Studio Canal/Lionsgate released The Man Who Fell to Earth in the US this past January, so they are still active here. That said, the odds of The Third Man being released in NA, I think, are pretty slim.

I thank this thread for alerting me to the fact that the UK release is a new 4K scan. Even though I only recently bought the US release, after comparing the caps I had to order the UK disc from Amazon UK. Also threw in the new Lady From Shanghai from Indicator and the 4 disc UK Forever Marilyn collection since it was cheap. Only like $43USD for everything :-)

[thompsonjohn]

Now taking PayPal.

[ElliesDad]

Originally Posted by thompsonjohn

Especially if you want the ugly ratings on the cover..

The little yellow triangle thingy in the bottom corner? Hadn't really paid it any attention but yes, seeing it now, you're right. Anybody would be a fool not to want to avoid that grotesque aberration for a lousy hundred bucks.

[ElliesDad]

Originally Posted by thompsonjohn

I made an off the cuff remark. OK? Before anyone else jumps on my nuts. Of course I know content over cover art matters and I'll leave it at that

[Show spoiler]before my 12th (or well whose really counting) suspension/ban.

I'm trying to push my OOP Criterion edition that I'm trying to sell not give alternate options, especially considering when what I'm asking for my copy is just about as cheap as any imported version.

Soorry (for my last post)! I came into the thread again at page 2 and thought your remark came shortly after my initial post. After seeing the ensuing flak you've had to endure let me sincerely apologize both to you and your, well, you know.

[calebgzls101]

Would love to purchase the criterion version if anyone has it.

Please PM me (:

[Acer2010]

How come the 4K restoration of THE THIRD MAN is available on Blu-ray overseas, but not available in the US?

[RCRochester]

Originally Posted by Acer2010

How come the 4K restoration of THE THIRD MAN is available on Blu-ray overseas, but not available in the US?

Dunno, but the UK release at least is not locked.

[dwk]

Originally Posted by Acer2010

How come the 4K restoration of THE THIRD MAN is available on Blu-ray overseas, but not available in the US?

'cause Lionsgate sucks

[brian9229]

The French digibook, which sports the 4K restoration, does say region B on it but in fact is region free. I have an all region player, and a region A only and it plays with no issue.

[SMOOT]

Originally Posted by RCRochester

Dunno, but the UK release at least is not locked.

I purchased the Region Free version from the UK
If you like the film as much as I do, I highly recommend the UK Blu-ray.

I ordered 2 copies (one for my son) and it dropped the price from 10 pounds for a single copy to 8 pounds each (total 16 pounds plus shipping)

[3DEnterpriser]

What are chances Criterion will finally cut a deal with LG/StudioCanal in favor of the (far-superior) newer scan?

[jackinbox]

Originally Posted by 3DEnterpriser

What are chances Criterion will finally cut a deal with LG/StudioCanal in favor of the (far-superior) newer scan?

I'd rather Criterion spend their resources on other titles. The Studio Canal 4k Restoration is cheap. I wouldn't mind having those audio commentary tracks but I likely wouldn't buy it again just for that.

[4kUltraBD]

Apologies for the silly question here, but it looks like I am late to the party.

Can someone please pint me in the direction of the 4k restoration version from the UK?

Also, is there anybody out there who has the Criterion version who can compare these two releases? Is the UK 4k edition as good as the Criterion release?

Any help would be greatly appreciated.