Zombie (1979) (4K remaster) coming from Blue Underground - Page 19 - Blu-ray Forum

GasmaskAvenger · 11-19-2018, 05:00 AM

Got my fingers crossed Target won't goof up with my pre-order of the Splinter variant...but usually, Target hasn't screwed up much on my end (except when I had Maximum Overdrive pre-ordered for my brother and didn't actually ship it...though I was able to pick it up for it at Walmart that week).

Thankfully, I went the DiabolikDVD route for Maniac.

PowellPressburger · 11-19-2018, 04:23 PM

got my ZOMBIE Bridge cover from Diabolikdvd

It looks good in person

I agree with others we didn't really need that blood splatter of the 4K Restoration.

nerdy916 · 11-20-2018, 01:47 AM

Its been a few years since I've seen zombie. Just started. Did they change the opening credits? I don't remember the white on black text with the theme playing. I cant compare to the previous release because I sold it. Am I crazy or did it get changed?

Nailwraps · 11-20-2018, 01:53 AM

My order arrived today from Grindhouse (along with a free poster)!

Though I have noticed 2 things:

1. The film starts literally at the first frame (no black follow by a hard cut).

2. The font of the opening credits have been changed again. This time, based on the font of the US trailer/TV spots.

That's one thing I'll NEVER understand. What's the deal with opening titles to Zombie and why do they change the font constantly on every home video release? Surely the REAL opening titles/fonts survived?

AFFanAttic · 11-20-2018, 02:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Nailwraps

My order arrived today from Grindhouse (along with a free poster)!

Though I have noticed 2 things:

1. The film starts literally at the first frame (no black follow by a hard cut).

2. The font of the opening credits have been changed again. This time, based on the font of the US trailer/TV spots.

That's one thing I'll NEVER understand. What's the deal with opening titles to Zombie and why do they change the font constantly on every home video release? Surely the REAL opening titles/fonts survived?

It seemed appropriate when the first time I saw Zombie, it was from a rented VHS, and it had different titles depending on where you looked. The cover said Zombie, the VHS label had a typo that said "Zombe", and I think this one said "Zombi 2" in the opening even though it was English dubbed.

The Batman Professor · 11-20-2018, 03:50 AM

Is the color damage still present in the underwater scene?

nerdy916 · 11-20-2018, 03:56 AM

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Originally Posted by The Batman Professor

Is the color damage still present in the underwater scene?

If you are referring to the green splotches that show up, then yes.

The Batman Professor · 11-20-2018, 04:33 AM

I should have typed “negative damage.” Apologies.

Maybe I’m in the minority on this, but I was hoping that it would get fixed with this release. To me, this is no different than removing scratches, speckles and other damage. With each uptick in resolution, this issue becomes more distacting, IMO.

nerdy916 · 11-20-2018, 04:47 AM

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Originally Posted by The Batman Professor

I should have typed “negative damage.” Apologies.

Maybe I’m in the minority on this, but I was hoping that it would get fixed with this release. To me, this is no different than removing scratches, speckles and other damage. With each uptick in resolution, this issue becomes more distacting, IMO.

It wasn't as bad as the previous release though.

The Batman Professor · 11-20-2018, 05:35 AM

That’s encouraging news! Thanks.

Member-222782 · 11-20-2018, 10:00 AM

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Originally Posted by nerdy916

Its been a few years since I've seen zombie. Just started. Did they change the opening credits? I don't remember the white on black text with the theme playing. I cant compare to the previous release because I sold it. Am I crazy or did it get changed?

I think they re-did them. They were never that sharp. Same font, just re-done. Not sure if I support that.

Puffy · 11-20-2018, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Cinema84

I think they re-did them. They were never that sharp. Same font, just re-done. Not sure if I support that.

Maniac 4K is the same way. While the movie looked amazing the font reminded me of word art. The color and lettering looked the same but upgraded somehow.

tommynorcal · 11-20-2018, 01:05 PM

Opening credits are a non issue for me with this release. Looks incredible, retiring my arrow steel.

Member-222782 · 11-20-2018, 04:31 PM

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Originally Posted by tommynorcal

Opening credits are a non issue for me with this release. Looks incredible, retiring my arrow steel.

It's a non-issue, really. The PQ is indeed incredible. I can only imagine how this would look on UHD

GODHOOD · 11-20-2018, 08:33 PM

Received all three of my slipcovers today, they look good. I only opened The Bridge and keeping the other two sealed since that seems to be the least popular (Splinter being #1 in sales). Saw the first 10 minutes on my TV picture quality and audio is impressive, we've come a long way since the Anchor Bay DVD. Great job on the restoration by Blue Underground.

DoghouseReilly46 · 11-20-2018, 08:52 PM

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Saw the first 10 minutes on my TV picture quality and audio is impressive, we've come a long way since the Anchor Bay DVD. Great job on the restoration by Blue Underground.

Agreed, that 199X dvd is what I have and I must say, I was in awe of this new Blue Underground presentation. On a side note, I would love similar upgrades of The New York Ripper and Contraband.

Brian81 · 11-20-2018, 11:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Nailwraps

My order arrived today from Grindhouse (along with a free poster)!

Though I have noticed 2 things:

1. The film starts literally at the first frame (no black follow by a hard cut).

2. The font of the opening credits have been changed again. This time, based on the font of the US trailer/TV spots.

That's one thing I'll NEVER understand. What's the deal with opening titles to Zombie and why do they change the font constantly on every home video release? Surely the REAL opening titles/fonts survived?

Wait, the credits start over the boat instead of going over the black screen with music? I hope not...

I also notice the font changing for the title. I did not like the one used by BU last time around.

Brian81 · 11-20-2018, 11:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Cinema84

I think they re-did them. They were never that sharp. Same font, just re-done. Not sure if I support that.

As long as font is the same, I am okay with this. One thing I wish is that when trailers are included, they would upgrade the quality of those clips using the restorations.. Seeing VHS quality trailers is terrible (thinking Scorpion's Murder Rock trailer here).

bigdaddyhorse · 11-21-2018, 12:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Brian81

As long as font is the same, I am okay with this. One thing I wish is that when trailers are included, they would upgrade the quality of those clips using the restorations.. Seeing VHS quality trailers is terrible (thinking Scorpion's Murder Rock trailer here).

I personally love old cropped VHS trailers, reminds me how far we've come in home video!

I would support having the option to have both high quality and old beat up trailers though, just don't want everything upgraded. Those old nasty looking things hold a lot of charm, and nostalgia, for those like me.

DJR662 · 11-21-2018, 12:17 AM

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Originally Posted by bigdaddyhorse

I personally love old cropped VHS trailers, reminds me how far we've come in home video!

I would support having the option to have both high quality and old beat up trailers though, just don't want everything upgraded. Those old nasty looking things hold a lot of charm, and nostalgia, for those like me.

It does take you back to the good ol days, yeah.

11-20-2018, 04:33 AM	#368
The Batman Professor Special Member Member since:Jul 2016 Home Theater Gallery:5 4K collection:128 Blu-ray collection:1503 DVD collection:1306 Blu-ray reviews:3 Trading Score:1	I should have typed “negative damage.” Apologies. Maybe I’m in the minority on this, but I was hoping that it would get fixed with this release. To me, this is no different than removing scratches, speckles and other damage. With each uptick in resolution, this issue becomes more distacting, IMO. Last edited by The Batman Professor; 11-20-2018 at 04:38 AM.

11-19-2018, 05:00 AM	#361
GasmaskAvenger Blu-ray Baron Top contributor Member since:Jul 2014 Location:Fresno, California, USA 4K collection:1121 Blu-ray collection:4999 DVD collection:656 Trading Score:33	Got my fingers crossed Target won't goof up with my pre-order of the Splinter variant...but usually, Target hasn't screwed up much on my end (except when I had Maximum Overdrive pre-ordered for my brother and didn't actually ship it...though I was able to pick it up for it at Walmart that week). Thankfully, I went the DiabolikDVD route for Maniac.

11-19-2018, 04:23 PM	#362
PowellPressburger Blu-ray Duke Top contributor Member since:Aug 2007 Location:DIFFERENT PLACES! Minneapolis 4K collection:1004 Blu-ray collection:3677 DVD collection:359 Blu-ray reviews: 51 Trading Score:300	got my ZOMBIE Bridge cover from Diabolikdvd It looks good in person I agree with others we didn't really need that blood splatter of the 4K Restoration.

11-20-2018, 01:47 AM	#363
nerdy916 Expert Member Member since:Mar 2009 Location:Minnesota 4K collection:36 Blu-ray collection:163 DVD collection:3 Blu-ray reviews: 2 Trading Score:52	Its been a few years since I've seen zombie. Just started. Did they change the opening credits? I don't remember the white on black text with the theme playing. I cant compare to the previous release because I sold it. Am I crazy or did it get changed?

11-20-2018, 01:53 AM	#364
Nailwraps Blu-ray Ninja Top contributor Member since:Jun 2012 Location:USA 4K collection:61 Blu-ray collection:884 DVD collection:1828 Digital collection:3	My order arrived today from Grindhouse (along with a free poster)! Though I have noticed 2 things: 1. The film starts literally at the first frame (no black follow by a hard cut). 2. The font of the opening credits have been changed again. This time, based on the font of the US trailer/TV spots. That's one thing I'll NEVER understand. What's the deal with opening titles to Zombie and why do they change the font constantly on every home video release? Surely the REAL opening titles/fonts survived?

11-20-2018, 03:50 AM	#366
The Batman Professor Special Member Member since:Jul 2016 Home Theater Gallery:5 4K collection:128 Blu-ray collection:1503 DVD collection:1306 Blu-ray reviews:3 Trading Score:1	Is the color damage still present in the underwater scene?

11-20-2018, 05:35 AM	#370
The Batman Professor Special Member Member since:Jul 2016 Home Theater Gallery:5 4K collection:128 Blu-ray collection:1503 DVD collection:1306 Blu-ray reviews:3 Trading Score:1	That’s encouraging news! Thanks.

11-20-2018, 01:05 PM	#373
tommynorcal Special Member Member since:Apr 2011 Location:Brooklyn, NY Blu-ray collection:64 DVD collection:1 Trading Score:1	Opening credits are a non issue for me with this release. Looks incredible, retiring my arrow steel.

11-20-2018, 08:33 PM	#375
GODHOOD Special Member Member since:Jul 2009 Location:Orlando, Florida U.S.	Received all three of my slipcovers today, they look good. I only opened The Bridge and keeping the other two sealed since that seems to be the least popular (Splinter being #1 in sales). Saw the first 10 minutes on my TV picture quality and audio is impressive, we've come a long way since the Anchor Bay DVD. Great job on the restoration by Blue Underground.

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