Lord of the Rings Trilogy (Theatrical Versions) - April 6, 2010 - Page 130 - Blu-ray Forum

TheE3Guy · 12-09-2009, 06:21 AM

I'm guessing they'll be able to squeeze the first two EEs on single 50gb BDs, and in a worst case scenario have to put RotK on two discs. But you never know, they can do a lot with technology. It would be great if they'd utilize those bigger BDs, but the BDA said they'd never go past 50gb due to compatibility issues with older players.

Dreedree · 12-09-2009, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by deado

Well someone said that it was specifically remixed for Blu-ray release, and Blu-ray.com has DTS-HD MA 7.1 as the audio specs, so I'd say it's quite likely we'll get 24-bit.

And I hope we get the same 24-bit DTS-HD MA 7.1 here in Europe.
Usually we get less...........

Ciao.

DaViD Boulet · 12-09-2009, 02:11 PM

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Well someone said that it was specifically remixed for Blu-ray release, and Blu-ray.com has DTS-HD MA 7.1 as the audio specs, so I'd say it's quite likely we'll get 24-bit.

Has WB been changing their tune lately? They appeared to be strictly using Dolby TrueHD on all BDs for the longest time. Now they're sometimes using DTS?

any other WB discs using DTS? DTS is my preference personally as it avoids the issue of dialog-normalization digital-attentuation so you can actually get true bit-for-bit accuracy to the DAC.

masoud90 · 12-09-2009, 03:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Diesel

$60 would be nice....

They are still sitting at $69.99 pre-order for Amazon

That's actually not that bad...I was thinking like $80 or so - still need to save though lol.

radagast · 12-09-2009, 04:09 PM

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Originally Posted by HermanTurnip

I'm disappointed that there was no coverage of Tom Bombadil in the movies

It would have been nice, but I understand why Tom B. was left out. He didn't have a direct connection to the plot. It's the other parts that DID have an important connection to the story, that were left out or altered, that bother me more.

Grand Bob · 12-09-2009, 05:36 PM

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Originally Posted by radagast

It would have been nice, but I understand why Tom B. was left out. He didn't have a direct connection to the plot. It's the other parts that DID have an important connection to the story, that were left out or altered, that bother me more.

I have a difficult time imagining how they would portray Tom and Goldberry; even Alan Lee's drawing of him in the Lord of the Rings Sketchbook doesn't seem satisfactory. Maybe Tom is one of those characters better left to the imagination.

Zoraster · 12-09-2009, 05:43 PM

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Originally Posted by DaViD Boulet

Has WB been changing their tune lately? They appeared to be strictly using Dolby TrueHD on all BDs for the longest time. Now they're sometimes using DTS?

any other WB discs using DTS? DTS is my preference personally as it avoids the issue of dialog-normalization digital-attentuation so you can actually get true bit-for-bit accuracy to the DAC.

Terminator Salvation is DTS.

MADNOD · 12-09-2009, 05:56 PM

u should really see how the movies captured the core story while kept being viewable and enjoyable, the book is not really written in a movie friendly way, so dropping some caracter and merging some is a trade off that was made and went ok.

i really try not to mix the movies with the book, the movies are more exciting as they really bring middle earth to life while the book is more about the bits and pieces (and some how slower in pace).

if u have 9 hours the movies will be excellent, if u have 5 days the books will rock! either way impressive story.

mredman · 12-09-2009, 05:57 PM

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Originally Posted by maverik1979

thanks, i was just going of what someone else said the running time would be, wasnt 100% sure,

and obviously it will be on a 50gb disc, but my point was ROTK EE is twice as long as an average film, and on the earlier release blurays (on 25gb) there were some issues with the compression, so whilst yes its now got twice the capacity of earlier discs, it is also twice as long.

Its only 50 min longer then King Kong and the blu ray has PQ and AQ in reference material. And to top it all of there is a PiP track on it as well. If they can fit that movie on 1 disc + a PiP track in reference quality. ROTK EE can also be on 1 disc

Grand Bob · 12-11-2009, 12:38 AM

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Originally Posted by mredman

Its only 50 min longer then King Kong and the blu ray has PQ and AQ in reference material. And to top it all of there is a PiP track on it as well. If they can fit that movie on 1 disc + a PiP track in reference quality. ROTK EE can also be on 1 disc

I have my fingers crossed! ROTK EE on one BD? That would be great!

GOAT · 12-11-2009, 01:02 AM

as much as I want these I will believe it when I see it at this point... Id love for ultimate set editions with all the extras from the super box sets

Grand Bob · 12-11-2009, 01:04 AM

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Originally Posted by GOAT

as much as I want these I will believe it when I see it at this point... Id love for ultimate set editions with all the extras from the super box sets

If they are going to have an ultimate edition, I would like to see the extras from the TE's, EE's and TE/EE limited combo editions. I'd be in hog heaven (whatever the hell that is)!

vegeta88 · 12-11-2009, 01:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Grand Bob

If they are going to have an ultimate edition, I would like to see the extras from the TE's, EE's and TE/EE limited combo editions. I'd be in hog heaven (whatever the hell that is)!

I'm really hoping for the most encompassing release that includes everything. Unfortunately, the studios will want to sell more versions down the line so they will hold out on us for sure. But I would love to see an ultimate edition.

Todd Smith · 12-11-2009, 03:24 AM

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Originally Posted by mredman

Its only 50 min longer then King Kong and the blu ray has PQ and AQ in reference material. And to top it all of there is a PiP track on it as well. If they can fit that movie on 1 disc + a PiP track in reference quality. ROTK EE can also be on 1 disc

I for one hope they DONT do this for the EEs.

PLEASE WB divide each film (EEs) on to 2 BD50s. I will gladly get off my ass half way through the film and change discs for a higher average rate and 7.1 lossless. These films deserve the absolute VERY best as far as quality is concerned and splitting each EE onto 2 BD50s will ensure this

Damage Inc. · 12-11-2009, 09:10 AM

I'm going to wait for the EEs.

No EEs, no deal...

Seriously...

I'm going to wait...

Adam.C · 12-11-2009, 01:05 PM

ive thought alot about it and im also going to wait for the EE. Ill just rent the theatricals

Reboscale · 12-12-2009, 12:03 AM

I'm sure this has already come up, but has anyone noticed that Walmart.com now has a release date of 3/30/2010 on the pre-order for LOTR on blu? Is this something that has been there for a long time and I've never noticed it? If it is... don't hate me 'cause I'm noobiful.

Reboscale · 12-12-2009, 01:52 AM

Sorry about the double post, fell to pg. 2.
Can anyone confirm/deny?

Blu-Ray Dude · 12-12-2009, 01:09 PM

These should look so awsome on Blu-Ray

Kynch · 12-12-2009, 01:09 PM

TF1 will be broadcasting the trilogy on TF1HD on December 28/29/30th. Hope I can record them or at least watch them.

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12-09-2009, 06:21 AM	#2581
TheE3Guy Member Member since:Aug 2009 Blu-ray collection:53 Blu-ray reviews: 3	I'm guessing they'll be able to squeeze the first two EEs on single 50gb BDs, and in a worst case scenario have to put RotK on two discs. But you never know, they can do a lot with technology. It would be great if they'd utilize those bigger BDs, but the BDA said they'd never go past 50gb due to compatibility issues with older players.

12-09-2009, 05:56 PM	#2588
MADNOD Active Member Member since:Aug 2008 Location:Doha, Qatar Blu-ray collection:125	u should really see how the movies captured the core story while kept being viewable and enjoyable, the book is not really written in a movie friendly way, so dropping some caracter and merging some is a trade off that was made and went ok. i really try not to mix the movies with the book, the movies are more exciting as they really bring middle earth to life while the book is more about the bits and pieces (and some how slower in pace). if u have 9 hours the movies will be excellent, if u have 5 days the books will rock! either way impressive story.

12-11-2009, 01:02 AM	#2591
GOAT Banned Member since:Oct 2008 Location:Maine Blu-ray collection:112 Blu-ray reviews:10 Trading Score:53	as much as I want these I will believe it when I see it at this point... Id love for ultimate set editions with all the extras from the super box sets

12-11-2009, 09:10 AM	#2595
Damage Inc. Blu-ray Guru Top contributor Member since:Jan 2009 Location:The Netherlands 4K collection:3 Blu-ray collection:384 DVD collection:5	I'm going to wait for the EEs. No EEs, no deal... Seriously... I'm going to wait...

12-11-2009, 01:05 PM	#2596
Adam.C Power Member Member since:Apr 2009 Home Theater Gallery:1 4K collection:51 Blu-ray collection:201 Trading Score:31	ive thought alot about it and im also going to wait for the EE. Ill just rent the theatricals

12-12-2009, 12:03 AM	#2597
Reboscale Member Member since:Oct 2009 Location:West Bend, Wi Blu-ray collection:65	I'm sure this has already come up, but has anyone noticed that Walmart.com now has a release date of 3/30/2010 on the pre-order for LOTR on blu? Is this something that has been there for a long time and I've never noticed it? If it is... don't hate me 'cause I'm noobiful.

12-12-2009, 01:52 AM	#2598
Reboscale Member Member since:Oct 2009 Location:West Bend, Wi Blu-ray collection:65	Sorry about the double post, fell to pg. 2. Can anyone confirm/deny?

12-12-2009, 01:09 PM	#2599
Blu-Ray Dude Junior Member Member since:Nov 2009 Location:Boston	These should look so awsome on Blu-Ray

12-12-2009, 01:09 PM	#2600
Kynch Blu-ray Ninja Top contributor Member since:Oct 2008 Location:UK Home Theater Gallery:1 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:60	TF1 will be broadcasting the trilogy on TF1HD on December 28/29/30th. Hope I can record them or at least watch them. Source: EcranLarge.com

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