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Scottie · 02-12-2013, 01:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CoopFilm

So no British TV for you?

Nah

SammyJankis · 02-12-2013, 02:01 AM

My jaw literally dropped at various moments of the Studio Canal release for Grand Illusion. One of the best looking black and white films I've seen. The clarity is just astounding.

Brent L. · 02-12-2013, 02:25 AM

I had no clue that the BD of La Grande Illusion was so outstanding. I just found a copy for $15 on Half.com and picked it up.

Scottie · 02-12-2013, 02:27 AM

Are these the only U.S. StudioCanal films?

Contempt
Delicatessen
La Grande Illusion
Ladykillers
Ran
That Obscure Object Of Desire
Third Man

The Great Owl · 02-12-2013, 02:36 AM

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Originally Posted by iScottie

Are these the only U.S. StudioCanal films?

Contempt
Delicatessen
La Grande Illusion
Ladykillers
Ran
That Obscure Object Of Desire
Third Man

Here are the Region A StudioCanal titles, although the initial post is somewhat outdated. Scroll down to the Region A list below the picture links.

GenPion · 02-12-2013, 02:39 AM

When is the Criterion flash sale supposed to begin?

Hawkguy · 02-12-2013, 02:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GenPion

When is the Criterion flash sale supposed to begin?

We don't even know if there will be one.

Scottie · 02-12-2013, 02:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GenPion

When is the Criterion flash sale supposed to begin?

Like Coop said, we don't even know if there will be one.

However, for the past couple years they held one on Valentine's Day.

pro-bassoonist · 02-12-2013, 03:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Great Owl

Here are the Region A StudioCanal titles, although the initial post is somewhat outdated. Scroll down to the Region A list below the picture links.

The list is most definitely up to date

But those titles you are looking at are the Region-B StudioCanal titles.

In the U.S., Lionsgate has released only a small portion of them.

Pro-B

Scottie · 02-12-2013, 05:15 AM

Is there any chance of Criterion releasing Bergman's "Persona"?

I still have to watch my first film by him

What would you guys recommend first?

Fanny And Alexander
Magician
Seventh Seal
Smiles Of A Summer Night
Summer Interlude
Summer With Monika

jrsl76 · 02-12-2013, 05:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by iScottie

Is there any chance of Criterion releasing Bergman's "Persona"?

I still have to watch my first film by him

What would you guys recommend first?

Fanny And Alexander
Magician
Seventh Seal
Smiles Of A Summer Night
Summer Interlude
Summer With Monika

My real first recommendation is Wild Strawberries, but from that list, I'd say The Seventh Seal. Fanny And Alexander is in a way more accessible, but the length endangers that a bit.

*PREACHER* · 02-12-2013, 05:22 AM

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Originally Posted by jrsl76

My real first recommendation is Wild Strawberries, but from that list, I'd say The Seventh Seal. Fanny And Alexander is in a way more accessible, but the length endangers that a bit.

Agreed with jrsl76, Seventh Seal hands down...enjoy it!!!

Blu-Velvet · 02-12-2013, 05:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by iScottie

Is there any chance of Criterion releasing Bergman's "Persona"?

I still have to watch my first film by him

What would you guys recommend first?

Fanny And Alexander
Magician
Seventh Seal
Smiles Of A Summer Night
Summer Interlude
Summer With Monika

The quick and easy answer is "yes."

But seriously, the most iconic Bergman is THE SEVENTH SEAL, while as I mentioned in an earlier post FANNY AND ALEXANDER may be more accessible to many and has a broader variety of tones throughout, and SUMMER INTERLUDE sets up everything he would ever do afterwards. SMILES OF A SUMMER NIGHT is likely his most entertaining (as well as the inspiration for A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S SEX COMEDY), but you can't go wrong with any of those titles. It helps to see THE MAGICIAN after seeing several of his other films, to recognize some of his recurring themes and off-beat sense of humor (sort of a strange cross between THE SEVENTH SEAL and SMILES OF A SUMMER NIGHT, among others). SUMMER WITH MONIKA is a good intense coming-of-age drama with a Bergman touch, but is not quite so "Bergmany" as the others. You might like some better than others, but if you don't like whichever one you watch at all then you probably won't like any of the others.

andsoitgoes · 02-12-2013, 09:42 AM

Does anyone have tips on getting in touch with criterion? I emailed them weeks ago regarding some issues with movies I bought, but I haven't heard a single thing. It's disheartening to say the least. I don't know what to do, I don't see a number to call or any other recourse to take.

I'd love if anyone had an experience they could relate here.

Thanks as usual

IndyMLVC · 02-12-2013, 10:21 AM

Whateer happened to Y Tu Mama Tambien???

ccg1978 · 02-12-2013, 10:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GenPion

When is the Criterion flash sale supposed to begin?

Will the sale be on B&N and does one need to become a member to participate?

Hawkguy · 02-12-2013, 11:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by IndyMLVC

Whateer happened to Y Tu Mama Tambien???

Nobody knows...I wouldn't be surprised if it's hinted at for 2014 at this point..

Scottie · 02-12-2013, 01:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jrsl76

My real first recommendation is Wild Strawberries, but from that list, I'd say The Seventh Seal. Fanny And Alexander is in a way more accessible, but the length endangers that a bit.

Quote:

Originally Posted by *PREACHER*

Agreed with jrsl76, Seventh Seal hands down...enjoy it!!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blu-Velvet

The quick and easy answer is "yes."

But seriously, the most iconic Bergman is THE SEVENTH SEAL, while as I mentioned in an earlier post FANNY AND ALEXANDER may be more accessible to many and has a broader variety of tones throughout, and SUMMER INTERLUDE sets up everything he would ever do afterwards. SMILES OF A SUMMER NIGHT is likely his most entertaining (as well as the inspiration for A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S SEX COMEDY), but you can't go wrong with any of those titles. It helps to see THE MAGICIAN after seeing several of his other films, to recognize some of his recurring themes and off-beat sense of humor (sort of a strange cross between THE SEVENTH SEAL and SMILES OF A SUMMER NIGHT, among others). SUMMER WITH MONIKA is a good intense coming-of-age drama with a Bergman touch, but is not quite so "Bergmany" as the others. You might like some better than others, but if you don't like whichever one you watch at all then you probably won't like any of the others.

Thanks for the feedback guys.

I guess I know what I'm watching today

The Great Owl · 02-12-2013, 01:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by iScottie

Thanks for the feedback guys.

I guess I know what I'm watching today

If you really want a good laugh, watch Flash Gordon immediately after you watch The Seventh Seal, as to compare Max von Sydow's performances.

Scottie · 02-12-2013, 01:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Great Owl

If you really want a good laugh, watch Flash Gordon immediately after you watch The Seventh Seal, as to compare Max von Sydow's performances.

I would, but I don't own Flash Gordon

02-12-2013, 02:27 AM	#61604
Scottie Moderator Top contributor Member since:Oct 2010 Location:Rhode Island Trading Score:647	Are these the only U.S. StudioCanal films? Contempt Delicatessen La Grande Illusion Ladykillers Ran That Obscure Object Of Desire Third Man

02-12-2013, 05:15 AM	#61610
Scottie Moderator Top contributor Member since:Oct 2010 Location:Rhode Island Trading Score:647	Is there any chance of Criterion releasing Bergman's "Persona"? I still have to watch my first film by him What would you guys recommend first? Fanny And Alexander Magician Seventh Seal Smiles Of A Summer Night Summer Interlude Summer With Monika

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