One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest - July 15 - Blu-ray Forum

neo_reloaded · 05-16-2008, 06:45 PM

And yet another thread about a classic movie release from WB is turned into a rant-n-rave from the same people who cannot get over the non-standard packaging...

Beta Man · 05-16-2008, 06:47 PM

but people want to pre-order the big "batman begins" set for $80.... makes no sense to me

I can't wait for this.... send it to me in a paper bag... I don't care!!!!

JasonR · 05-17-2008, 04:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Beta Man

but people want to pre-order the big "batman begins" set for $80.... makes no sense to me

I can't wait for this.... send it to me in a paper bag... I don't care!!!!

Have you seen this on HDNet? I know it's cable, but it looks REALLY bad. I know it is an upgrade from the DVD, but the source looks to be in terrible condition. Just fair warning....

ajc68 · 05-17-2008, 04:54 AM

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Originally Posted by JasonR

Have you seen this on HDNet? I know it's cable, but it looks REALLY bad. I know it is an upgrade from the DVD, but the source looks to be in terrible condition. Just fair warning....

Well, they spend the majority of time in the nut house, so how good is it going to look. I can't wait for this one. I'm glad they're carrying over the DVD bonus features and I'm looking forward to the booklet.

JasonR · 05-17-2008, 04:59 AM

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Originally Posted by ajc68

Well, they spend the majority of time in the nut house, so how good is it going to look. I can't wait for this one. I'm glad they're carrying over the DVD bonus features and I'm looking forward to the booklet.

I am saying there are obvious blemishes in the film. It's not a "Whoa, that's not sharp enough", it's a "Hey, is there little black holes through out the film?"

Just, fair warning. There is something very wrong with the source.

crazybat_07 · 05-16-2008, 08:40 PM

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Originally Posted by neo_reloaded

And yet another thread about a classic movie release from WB is turned into a rant-n-rave from the same people who cannot get over the non-standard packaging...

I think the whole point for a forum is to discuss all aspects of movies. Home videos, upcoming releases, new movies at the theater, etc . In regards to home videos(dvds, blu-rays, etc.) we discuss features that are on them & also even packaging.

cartman781 · 05-16-2008, 08:43 PM

OMG This is a must buy for me, shitty case or not.

crazybat_07 · 05-16-2008, 08:45 PM

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Originally Posted by cartman781

OMG This is a must buy for me, shitty case or not.

Alas, I will also pick it up............

Mooka-One · 05-16-2008, 09:41 PM

I bet a dime that this is one of the best films ever!!

GJN · 05-16-2008, 09:59 PM

Digibook or nor, a must buy!

dmarvin · 05-17-2008, 03:37 AM

-1 for all the complaint comments about the digibook packaging. I love them but even if I didn't, it's going to have no bearing on whether or not I own this classic in HD. I am stoked. First Cool Hand Luke and now this! And another Best Picture on Blu to add to the list...

AaronSCH · 05-17-2008, 04:11 AM

One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest is a classic, however, I WILL NOT be buying this Blu-ray because of the digi-book packaging. I will simply wait till it can be purchased as an import in a standard keep case. That being said, it is hands-down Jack Nicholson's greatest on-screen performance.

Scripture · 05-20-2008, 08:24 AM

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Originally Posted by AaronSCH

One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest is a classic, however, I WILL NOT be buying this Blu-ray because of the digi-book packaging. I will simply wait till it can be purchased as an import in a standard keep case. That being said, it is hands-down Jack Nicholson's greatest on-screen performance.

I really don't understand this mentality. Why hold back on such an incredible movie based upon packaging alone? You snag an empty Blu-ray case, make your own cover art or use something else, and then plop the disc in the new case. Problem solved.

I don't get it, never will....

#Darren · 05-20-2008, 09:12 AM

Just how bad is this packaging? What are the problems with it?

syncguy · 05-20-2008, 11:07 AM

I have seen this movie in the theater as child and at that time felt like a very boring film. Since then I haven't seen this. If I see this now I will probably have a different perspective.

BStecke · 05-20-2008, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by iDarren

Just how bad is this packaging? What are the problems with it?

It's larger in almost every respect (it's about the same thickness as a regular case) and feels kind of flimsy. The tray for the disc is just glued onto the cardboard cover and there's nothing to keep the disc in the case if it comes off of the hub. Some people don't like it mainly because it's not uniform.

Variable · 05-21-2008, 11:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Scripture

I really don't understand this mentality. Why hold back on such an incredible movie based upon packaging alone? You snag an empty Blu-ray case, make your own cover art or use something else, and then plop the disc in the new case. Problem solved.

I don't get it, never will....

this conversation comes up every time one of these is announced or release.

some people are into films for films sake, some people are collectors. collectors care about this stuff, film fans want to see a movie in good quality. that's the difference.

I don't understand people who won't buy this mnovie because of the packaging, I think it's ridiculous to an extreme degree. that being said getting into an argument helps no one, it's better just to understand where they're coming from.

Beta Man · 05-22-2008, 12:08 AM

I'm all for the "collector" mentality..... I mean, I collected a LOT of DVDs, but they had to be good movies, and I didn't care what package it came in if I wanted the movie..... I'd double-dip occassionally due to special packaging, but I never refused to purchase the first time around due to the packaging.......

I have blus I haven't watched yet, but I just finished watching "Godfather" and I'll probably try to squeeze part 2 in tonight also..... I don't buy movies because of PQ and Packaging alone.... I love movies, and if the transfer for Cuckoo's nest is anything like Shining, Clockwork Orange, or other older warner titles..... It's a no-brainer.... it's going into the collection, and I'll watch, and re-watch it several times. How many of you that are complaining about the packaging have even seen the movie???? You must not like it that much to let something that small keep you from buying it.

uk-guy · 07-16-2008, 11:03 AM

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Originally Posted by neo_reloaded

And yet another thread about a classic movie release from WB is turned into a rant-n-rave from the same people who cannot get over the non-standard packaging...

with good reason these cardboard releases really dont stand up to well most of the cardboard box-sets i have are looking bashed at corners and i do look after
my dvd collection. would prefer the steelbook type for special editions rather that the cardboard

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05-16-2008, 06:45 PM	#1
neo_reloaded Banned Top contributor Member since:Jan 2008 Blu-ray collection:416 Trading Score:72	And yet another thread about a classic movie release from WB is turned into a rant-n-rave from the same people who cannot get over the non-standard packaging...

05-16-2008, 06:47 PM	#2
Beta Man Moderator Top contributor Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Juuuuuuuust A Bit Outside.... Home Theater Gallery:4 Blu-ray collection:268 Blu-ray reviews: 18 Trading Score:25	but people want to pre-order the big "batman begins" set for $80.... makes no sense to me I can't wait for this.... send it to me in a paper bag... I don't care!!!!

05-16-2008, 08:43 PM	#7
cartman781 Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Sep 2007 Location:In a van down by the river Blu-ray collection:2074 DVD collection:257 Digital collection:18 Blu-ray reviews: 7 Trading Score:99	OMG This is a must buy for me, shitty case or not.

05-16-2008, 09:41 PM	#9
Mooka-One Member Member since:May 2008	I bet a dime that this is one of the best films ever!!

05-16-2008, 09:59 PM	#10
GJN Active Member Member since:Jan 2007	Digibook or nor, a must buy!

05-17-2008, 03:37 AM	#11
dmarvin Special Member Member since:May 2008 Location:Iowa 4K collection:64 Blu-ray collection:678 Trading Score:24	-1 for all the complaint comments about the digibook packaging. I love them but even if I didn't, it's going to have no bearing on whether or not I own this classic in HD. I am stoked. First Cool Hand Luke and now this! And another Best Picture on Blu to add to the list...

05-17-2008, 04:11 AM	#12
AaronSCH Banned Member since:Sep 2007 Trading Score:1	One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest is a classic, however, I WILL NOT be buying this Blu-ray because of the digi-book packaging. I will simply wait till it can be purchased as an import in a standard keep case. That being said, it is hands-down Jack Nicholson's greatest on-screen performance.

05-20-2008, 09:12 AM	#14
#Darren Blu-ray Ninja Top contributor Member since:Feb 2008 Blu-ray collection:1471 Blu-ray reviews: 62	Just how bad is this packaging? What are the problems with it?

05-20-2008, 11:07 AM	#15
syncguy Blu-ray Guru Member since:Mar 2008	I have seen this movie in the theater as child and at that time felt like a very boring film. Since then I haven't seen this. If I see this now I will probably have a different perspective.

05-22-2008, 12:08 AM	#18
Beta Man Moderator Top contributor Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Juuuuuuuust A Bit Outside.... Home Theater Gallery:4 Blu-ray collection:268 Blu-ray reviews: 18 Trading Score:25	I'm all for the "collector" mentality..... I mean, I collected a LOT of DVDs, but they had to be good movies, and I didn't care what package it came in if I wanted the movie..... I'd double-dip occassionally due to special packaging, but I never refused to purchase the first time around due to the packaging....... I have blus I haven't watched yet, but I just finished watching "Godfather" and I'll probably try to squeeze part 2 in tonight also..... I don't buy movies because of PQ and Packaging alone.... I love movies, and if the transfer for Cuckoo's nest is anything like Shining, Clockwork Orange, or other older warner titles..... It's a no-brainer.... it's going into the collection, and I'll watch, and re-watch it several times. How many of you that are complaining about the packaging have even seen the movie???? You must not like it that much to let something that small keep you from buying it.

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