Lord of the Rings Trilogy (Theatrical Versions) - April 6, 2010 - Page 86 - Blu-ray Forum

sfmarine · 05-18-2009, 10:44 PM

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Originally Posted by SethRex

You just had to use a Clerks II quote lol.

Best quote/scene ever!

tacomaprime · 05-18-2009, 11:09 PM

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Originally Posted by eclimax13

cuz they are too damn long...i tried watching the extended versions and it was more work than enjoyment for me...theatrical for me

That's why I will be getting theatrical editions.

Kyo28 · 05-19-2009, 08:39 AM

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Originally Posted by bhampton

I never understood why people only want the extended versions.

Actually what I want is both versions (Theatrical and Extended) on the same set, with seamless branching. If they can squeeze three version of Terminator 2 on one disc, I don't see why it wouldn't be possible to get both version of LOTR on one disc, provided they use seamless branching. The technology is there, so they might as well use it for these movies. That would be the perfect set for me, so I'm holding off from buying for now ...

JRS03 · 05-19-2009, 01:31 PM

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Originally Posted by bhampton

I never understood why people only want the extended versions.)

Because they liked them better?

Chordata · 05-19-2009, 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by JRS03

Because they liked them better?

Exactly - to each his own.

When the DVDs were released, I made it a point to wait for all of the Extended Editions. Glad I did - they're great.

I just don't think I'll do the same for BD now that I have the DVD EEs. If, however, I could sell the DVD EEs for $50, I'd do it. That just won't happen.

P@t_Mtl · 05-19-2009, 04:50 PM

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Originally Posted by bhampton

I never understood why people only want the extended versions.

Because it's the version I prefer to spend my money own instead of the theatrical releases.

I understand why some prefer the regular versions, it's the one they like and they feel there is no need for the extra hour or so of scenes the EE have. To each is own and everyone will be happy.

tilallr1 · 05-19-2009, 06:32 PM

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Originally Posted by JRS03

Because they liked them better?

NO. Because they ARE better.

davcole · 05-19-2009, 08:27 PM

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Originally Posted by JRS03

Because they liked them better?

+1

I'd have to have the extended of Return of the King for Sauraman alone. Add in the hinted at story between Eowen and Feramir.

ckenisell · 05-19-2009, 08:43 PM

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Originally Posted by davcole

+1

I'd have to have the extended of Return of the King for Sauraman alone. Add in the hinted at story between Eowen and Feramir.

Yeah, the Sauraman storyline should have been included in the TE. And don't forget the "treebeard catches Merry and Pippin smoking pipeweed" scene. LOL. Classic.

Ernest Rister · 05-20-2009, 04:33 AM

What's classic about it?

That's one of the embarassments of the Jackson adaptation. "Pipeweed" is tobacco. It isn't marijuana. Why Jackson chose to imply that Pipeweed was similar to marijuana is absolutely beyond me.

sinister184 · 05-20-2009, 04:52 AM

this thread is going to be 200 pages of the same comments by November.

ckenisell · 05-20-2009, 05:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Ernest Rister

What's classic about it?

That's one of the embarassments of the Jackson adaptation. "Pipeweed" is tobacco. It isn't marijuana. Why Jackson chose to imply that Pipeweed was similar to marijuana is absolutely beyond me.

It's not really classic Ernest. I was just using the word as a figure of speech. Like some people use the word "cool", but it's really not of a cooler temperature. And I didn't really find it comical due to some marijuana reference that you seem to be making. I thought it was comical because "pipeweed" is organic from the earth (a plant) and would be offensive to Treebeard because he too is organic from the earth. In fact, I didn't even know that PJ "chose to imply that pipeweed was similar to marijuana." I certainly didn't take it that way. I know people who are a fanatics about cigars and tobacco that would say something similar to what the characters stated about pipeweed in the films.

DetroitSportsFan · 05-20-2009, 02:21 PM

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Originally Posted by O_V_N

I have the extended editions on DVD already and there's almost 0 market for them on eBay.

That's because pretty much everyone who wants them already has them.

Grim Reaper · 05-20-2009, 05:38 PM

i dont have them.

Chordata · 05-20-2009, 05:52 PM

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Originally Posted by DetroitSportsFan

That's because pretty much everyone who wants them already has them.

Interesting way to look at it.

SpaceDog · 05-20-2009, 05:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Grim Reaper

i dont have them.

Everyone who wants them on DVD already has them.

Coltboy · 05-20-2009, 07:00 PM

I will probaby buy this one and the extended when/if it comes out. i will take what i can get

Riff Magnum · 05-20-2009, 07:13 PM

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Originally Posted by ckenisell

It's not really classic Ernest. I was just using the word as a figure of speech. Like some people use the word "cool", but it's really not of a cooler temperature. And I didn't really find it comical due to some marijuana reference that you seem to be making. I thought it was comical because "pipeweed" is organic from the earth (a plant) and would be offensive to Treebeard because he too is organic from the earth. In fact, I didn't even know that PJ "chose to imply that pipeweed was similar to marijuana." I certainly didn't take it that way. I know people who are a fanatics about cigars and tobacco that would say something similar to what the characters stated about pipeweed in the films.

I think he's referring to the scene where Saruman says to Gandalf, "Your love of the halflings leaf has clearly slowed your mind." There's also a lot of scenes where Aragorn and Gandalf are smoking late at night before bed and seem to tap into visions and are able to "see" more of what's happening in middle earth. Giving off the vibe that the weed is pyschotropic.
I've always wondered what was up with that. The books make it seem like it's normal old pipe tobacco.

Orbert · 05-20-2009, 10:56 PM

Tolkien left it vague and I don't think the books ever call it anything but "pipeweed", seemingly because the word "tobacco" was not used in Middle Earth, but perhaps also because you could interpret it as something else. Not necessarily marijuana, but some plant that helps you relax when you smoke it, much as tobacco does but perhaps in other ways as well.

It is interesting that Jackson chose to get a little more specific about it and imply other effects. But to get back to the original question, I too think that Treebeard was much more concerned with the practice of cutting and burning plants -- any plants -- for pleasure.

Ernest Rister · 05-21-2009, 01:19 PM

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Originally Posted by philzilla

In the Concerning Halflings intro to the LOTR book Tolkien states that pipe weed is a variety of Nicotiana or tobacco.

And the last sentence in he Hobbit is:"Thank Goodness!" said Bilbo laughing, and handed him the tabacco-jar.

Yeah - not so vague.

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05-20-2009, 04:33 AM	#1710
Ernest Rister Blu-ray Prince Member since:Jan 2008 4K collection:100 Blu-ray collection:590 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:1	What's classic about it? That's one of the embarassments of the Jackson adaptation. "Pipeweed" is tobacco. It isn't marijuana. Why Jackson chose to imply that Pipeweed was similar to marijuana is absolutely beyond me.

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05-20-2009, 05:38 PM	#1714
Grim Reaper Blu-ray Duke Top contributor Member since:Jun 2006 Location:Let Me In! 4K collection:499 Blu-ray collection:2022 DVD collection:25 Trading Score:13	i dont have them.

05-20-2009, 07:00 PM	#1717
Coltboy Active Member Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Mar 2007 Location:OHIO Home Theater Gallery:72 Blu-ray collection:14 Blu-ray reviews:13	I will probaby buy this one and the extended when/if it comes out. i will take what i can get

05-20-2009, 10:56 PM	#1719
Orbert Member Member since:Jul 2008	Tolkien left it vague and I don't think the books ever call it anything but "pipeweed", seemingly because the word "tobacco" was not used in Middle Earth, but perhaps also because you could interpret it as something else. Not necessarily marijuana, but some plant that helps you relax when you smoke it, much as tobacco does but perhaps in other ways as well. It is interesting that Jackson chose to get a little more specific about it and imply other effects. But to get back to the original question, I too think that Treebeard was much more concerned with the practice of cutting and burning plants -- any plants -- for pleasure.

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