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AnnThrope · 09-30-2021, 08:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Aclea

That's pronounced Throatwobbler-Mangrove.

How has this descended into grown men (for that is what i presume we be) throwing Monty Python quotes at each other?

And by the way, that's not even a proper nose.

Aclea · 09-30-2021, 08:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AnnThrope

How has this descended into grown men (for that is what i presume we be) throwing Monty Python quotes at each other?

At least it's on-brand:

Quote:

And by the way, that's not even a proper nose.

A-ha! Anti-Semitism!

AnnThrope · 09-30-2021, 08:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Aclea

At least it's on-brand:

A-ha! Anti-Semitism!

Not at all. Like I said it's not even a proper nose. And your real one's a beauty. No need for an operation there.
And no I'm not going on a cycling holiday with you.

Aclea · 09-30-2021, 10:07 PM

bradenklune · 10-01-2021, 05:41 AM

Supercar delivered today!

AlexJRascal · 10-01-2021, 12:49 PM

Just received The Dark Eyes of London.

Love the art on this release. Can't believe it's only cost £11.50 (direct from Network)

PXL_20211001_123726980.jpg

PXL_20211001_123802897.jpg

ZombieTwin2 · 10-01-2021, 01:02 PM

Yeah, it’s a steal for such a lovely package.

I preordered it on impulse as soon as Network announced it and I’m glad I did!

Kev W

Ste7en · 10-01-2021, 01:03 PM

Same here, a lovely set. The Monster also arrived yesterday.

I'll probably squeeze them into my Halloweiner viewing.

Darby1985 · 10-01-2021, 01:52 PM

Me too.

Unreal what a bargain Network offer. Another label adding a fancy slip and artcards...add a good few quid on.

oddbox83 · 10-01-2021, 08:37 PM

I take it TDEoL is supposed to have that scuffed look on the slipcover? I thought mine was damaged at first, now I’m thinking it’s printed on.

AlexJRascal · 10-01-2021, 08:52 PM

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Originally Posted by oddbox83

I take it TDEoL is supposed to have that scuffed look on the slipcover? I thought mine was damaged at first, now I’m thinking it’s printed on.

I had a similar reaction but if you look at the "pack shot" on Network's product page the scuffed effect is on there too.
https://networkonair.com/coming-soon...n-the-blu-ray-

Psychosmeg · 10-01-2021, 10:59 PM

Supercar arrived this morning, looking forward to Fireball XL5 as when it arrives. Network has none an amazing job on this set, just like their last set I picked up of Monty Python Flying Circus Norwegian Edition.

SMOOT · 10-01-2021, 11:57 PM

[QUOTE=AlexJRascal;19404288]Just received The Dark Eyes of London.

Love the art on this release. Can't believe it's only cost £11.50 (direct from Network)

How does the movie look?
Is this a major improvement over anything out there?

oddbox83 · 10-02-2021, 11:42 AM

I haven't watched it yet, but apparently so.

The inside case gives some restoration notes. It's done by the same team that does their usual restorations, but does state some of the issues like missing frames are burnt into the available print they used.

oddbox83 · 10-02-2021, 05:50 PM

It’s not bad at all for a print source once you get past the opening credits which are rather soft. Sound has a bit of sibilance but dialogue is clear and it doesn’t sound over-restored which isn’t always the case for these old films.

I can’t find screenshots of the US release but it looks far better than the reviews of that sound.

pnaschy · 10-04-2021, 04:52 PM

[quote=SMOOT;19406752]

Quote:

Originally Posted by AlexJRascal

Just received The Dark Eyes of London.

Love the art on this release. Can't believe it's only cost £11.50 (direct from Network)

How does the movie look?
Is this a major improvement over anything out there?

First shots are Networks release and the second VCI.

[Show spoiler]

GG88 · 10-04-2021, 05:16 PM

Is there a reason Network never released Hitchcock’s Secret Agent?

They released all the other talkie Hitchcock films that ITV own (other than 39 Steps which ITV released themselves).

Mark E. Desade · 10-04-2021, 09:04 PM

[quote=pnaschy;19415082]

Quote:

Originally Posted by SMOOT

First shots are Networks release and the second VCI.

[Show spoiler]

Well in this instance, the VCI is good enough. For a DVD. Released around 1998.

Still have a week or two before the Network arrives here. How is the audio? All prior releases have had poor to pitiful audio.

Si Parallel Universe · 10-04-2021, 09:23 PM

I've popped in a cheeky order for 'The Dark Eyes of London' direct from Network now and hoping I will receive that package as illustrated

oddbox83 · 10-04-2021, 10:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mark E. Desade

Well in this instance, the VCI is good enough. For a DVD. Released around 1998.

When VCI proudly proclaim they have restored a film, run a mile!

09-30-2021, 10:07 PM	#4024
Aclea Blu-ray Baron Top contributor Member since:Jun 2012 Blu-ray reviews: 3

10-01-2021, 05:41 AM	#4025
bradenklune Expert Member Member since:Oct 2015	Supercar delivered today!

10-01-2021, 12:49 PM	#4026
AlexJRascal Active Member Member since:Jul 2019 Location:UK 4K collection:54 Blu-ray collection:717 DVD collection:397 Digital collection:44	Just received The Dark Eyes of London. Love the art on this release. Can't believe it's only cost £11.50 (direct from Network) PXL_20211001_123726980.jpg PXL_20211001_123802897.jpg

10-01-2021, 01:02 PM	#4027
ZombieTwin2 Senior Member Member since:Sep 2014 Location:Kent, UK	Yeah, it’s a steal for such a lovely package. I preordered it on impulse as soon as Network announced it and I’m glad I did! Kev W

10-01-2021, 01:03 PM	#4028
Ste7en Blu-ray Baron Member since:Apr 2013 Location:Durham, UK 4K collection:911 Blu-ray collection:7832 DVD collection:68 Trading Score:4	Same here, a lovely set. The Monster also arrived yesterday. I'll probably squeeze them into my Halloweiner viewing.

10-01-2021, 01:52 PM	#4029
Darby1985 Special Member Top contributor Member since:Feb 2017 Location:Middlesborough, England 4K collection:18 Blu-ray collection:2302	Me too. Unreal what a bargain Network offer. Another label adding a fancy slip and artcards...add a good few quid on.

10-01-2021, 08:37 PM	#4030
oddbox83 Blu-ray Champion Member since:Sep 2013 Location:UK	I take it TDEoL is supposed to have that scuffed look on the slipcover? I thought mine was damaged at first, now I’m thinking it’s printed on.

10-01-2021, 10:59 PM	#4032
Psychosmeg Expert Member Member since:Aug 2019 Location:B.C, Canada 4K collection:249 Blu-ray collection:2527 DVD collection:577	Supercar arrived this morning, looking forward to Fireball XL5 as when it arrives. Network has none an amazing job on this set, just like their last set I picked up of Monty Python Flying Circus Norwegian Edition.

10-01-2021, 11:57 PM	#4033
SMOOT Power Member Member since:Oct 2007 Blu-ray reviews:14	[QUOTE=AlexJRascal;19404288]Just received The Dark Eyes of London. Love the art on this release. Can't believe it's only cost £11.50 (direct from Network) How does the movie look? Is this a major improvement over anything out there?

10-02-2021, 11:42 AM	#4034
oddbox83 Blu-ray Champion Member since:Sep 2013 Location:UK	I haven't watched it yet, but apparently so. The inside case gives some restoration notes. It's done by the same team that does their usual restorations, but does state some of the issues like missing frames are burnt into the available print they used.

10-02-2021, 05:50 PM	#4035
oddbox83 Blu-ray Champion Member since:Sep 2013 Location:UK	It’s not bad at all for a print source once you get past the opening credits which are rather soft. Sound has a bit of sibilance but dialogue is clear and it doesn’t sound over-restored which isn’t always the case for these old films. I can’t find screenshots of the US release but it looks far better than the reviews of that sound.

10-04-2021, 05:16 PM	#4037
GG88 Active Member Member since:Jan 2021 4K collection:218 Blu-ray collection:218	Is there a reason Network never released Hitchcock’s Secret Agent? They released all the other talkie Hitchcock films that ITV own (other than 39 Steps which ITV released themselves).

10-04-2021, 09:23 PM	#4039
Si Parallel Universe Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Apr 2015 Location:A Parallel Universe Somewhere 4K collection:136 Blu-ray collection:3086 DVD collection:395 Blu-ray reviews: 9 Trading Score:1	I've popped in a cheeky order for 'The Dark Eyes of London' direct from Network now and hoping I will receive that package as illustrated

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