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Beta Man · 09-08-2009, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by P@t_Mtl

Yes, that box set of is only on DVD unfortunatly, or so I heard?

I think it's on Blu-ray....... but it's a Japanese release with no subs

banned user105 · 09-08-2009, 12:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by P@t_Mtl

Yes, that box set of is only on DVD unfortunatly, or so I heard?

Yes, DVD only. That would be a HUGE undertaking to release all those films on Blu.

Beta Man · 09-08-2009, 12:30 PM

https://www.blu-ray.com/movies/movie...w=regioncoding

https://www.blu-ray.com/movies/movies.php?id=6732

if those are the ones you're talking about.....

P@t_Mtl · 09-08-2009, 12:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Beta Man

I think it's on Blu-ray....... but it's a Japanese release with no subs

If that was the case, I will skip it

I love Kurosawa but my Japanese is not that great

P@t_Mtl · 09-08-2009, 12:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Beta Man

https://www.blu-ray.com/movies/movie...w=regioncoding

https://www.blu-ray.com/movies/movies.php?id=6732

if those are the ones you're talking about.....

Those are the one, I had heard they were just for DVD, all I can say is WOW

Too bad no English sub, heck I would have taken French sub anyway to be able to buy this.

Beta Man · 09-08-2009, 12:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by P@t_Mtl

Those are the one, I had heard they were just for DVD, all I can say is WOW

Too bad no English sub, heck I would have taken French sub anyway to be able to buy this.

I might buy these for a friend (I'll have to figure out the conversion rate etc...) He's learning Japanese, or has been for the past couple of years at least.

P@t_Mtl · 09-08-2009, 01:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Beta Man

I might buy these for a friend (I'll have to figure out the conversion rate etc...) He's learning Japanese, or has been for the past couple of years at least.

That is great for him. For me I will have to just make myself feel better by getting The Seventh Seal either this week or next week.

KubrickFan · 09-08-2009, 07:59 PM

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Originally Posted by CassavetesGodard

Yes, Fellini. I hope 8 1/2 will get one soon.

As a fan, I would love a John Cassavetes film on blu. Killing of a Chinese Bookie would prob look the best.

I doubt it. It has a lot of dark scenes in it, which would amplify the grain. A Woman Under the Influence and Opening Night would probably look better.
I'd also hope that all the Ray Carney extras would be included, including the alternate cuts of 'Shadows' and 'Faces', but that's probably not happening while Gena Rowlands is still alive.

I also heard a one time rumor about the Qatsi films being released, but I didn't hear anything about it after that. Mailed Jon Mulvaney too, but I didn't get an answer back. Does anyone know more about this?

jason00 · 09-09-2009, 03:52 PM

I would really like to see Criterion release more Japanese films on blu. I own 40+ films from the Criterion collection, and the vast majority are from Japanese directors.

They just released one of my most wanted films from them ever, Human Condition, on dvd only (and I skipped buying it since I no longer buy dvds, especially $80 box sets). I can understand a lot of the older films not seeming to be worth it for them because of the lack of good enough elements for any HD transfers, but films like Kurosawa's Dodes'ka-den and Imamura's Vengeance is Mine would be perfect for blu.

I wish that Criterion would pick up some of Takeshi Kitano's films -- I would kill to own a good edition of Hanabi or Kikujiro instead of the non-anamorphic dvds released here.

Beta Man · 09-09-2009, 04:42 PM

They have announced what..... 23, 24 films, and they "tried" to release "RAN"...... Give them time, and they'll release more Japanese Blu-rays.

SpiderBaby · 09-10-2009, 01:21 AM

Thanks Pro-B for your review on Pierrot le fou. Can't wait for it.

pro-bassoonist · 09-10-2009, 06:44 AM

You are very welcome, Sir

Pro-B

PowellPressburger · 09-10-2009, 12:26 PM

http://www.criterionforum.org/DVD-pa...collection/607

The case for the Mont. Pop Set looks very well done. The Outer Box seems to be a lot more sturdy and more like a nice DVD set / with the two releases in their nice plastic keepcases.

Very nice work.

ccfixx · 09-10-2009, 12:53 PM

And "Pierrot le fou" courtesy of criterionforum.org.

CC

Beta Man · 09-10-2009, 01:46 PM

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Originally Posted by CassavetesGodard

Thanks Pro-B for your review on Pierrot le fou. Can't wait for it.

Yes... thank you. I have not seen this film previously, and look forward to it..... I was reading the review on this site (to try to get the gist of it) and I'm still fairly confused on what this film is ultimately about..... Perhaps I shouldn't look for more information, as I think I learned too many details as it is.

Can't wait!

ccfixx · 09-10-2009, 04:24 PM

DVDBeaver's review/comparison of "Jimi Plays Monterey / Shake!".

CC

P@t_Mtl · 09-10-2009, 04:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Beta Man

Yes... thank you. I have not seen this film previously, and look forward to it..... I was reading the review on this site (to try to get the gist of it) and I'm still fairly confused on what this film is ultimately about..... Perhaps I shouldn't look for more information, as I think I learned too many details as it is.

Can't wait!

Saw in college, it's a bit confusing but I think you will probably enjoy it. Of course I saw in in French without subtitles I don't know what the sub translation are like.

ccfixx · 09-10-2009, 04:29 PM

Also, regarding a replacement program for the earlier Criterion digipack blu-ray cases, user 'aox' over at criterionforum.org has posted this most recent reply about them...

Quote:

I emailed Criterion yesterday about the packaging for the early Blu's. He didn't answer my direct question about an exchange program, but knowing Criterion, they'll take care of us on this one..anyway:

Hi,

Thank you for your email!

The rumor is indeed true-- we will be offering sturdier replacement
packaging for the original digipack Blu-ray cases! The program is
currently in the works but we hope to have the upgraded plastic cases
available in late September. We will announce this on our web site as
soon as it is finalized!

I hope this information is helpful and thank you for supporting Criterion!

Sincerely,

Jon Mulvaney

JRS03 · 09-10-2009, 05:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ccfixx

Also, regarding a replacement program for the earlier Criterion digipack blu-ray cases, user 'aox' over at criterionforum.org has posted this most recent reply about them...

Now thats awesome news. One thing though, will they be replacing them with the artwork for the new plastic cases as well? If not I think bmpford re created all the covers except The Last Metro and El Norte.

hidaniel · 09-10-2009, 06:10 PM

I wonder what the associated cost of the digipak replacement will be. With the ridiculous 25$ SD->HD replacement program as a basis, I'm going to go with 10$ per case, plus 5$ shipping.

09-09-2009, 03:52 PM	#2409
jason00 Expert Member Member since:Mar 2009 Location:Milwaukee, WI 4K collection:34 Blu-ray collection:674 DVD collection:28 Trading Score:5	I would really like to see Criterion release more Japanese films on blu. I own 40+ films from the Criterion collection, and the vast majority are from Japanese directors. They just released one of my most wanted films from them ever, Human Condition, on dvd only (and I skipped buying it since I no longer buy dvds, especially $80 box sets). I can understand a lot of the older films not seeming to be worth it for them because of the lack of good enough elements for any HD transfers, but films like Kurosawa's Dodes'ka-den and Imamura's Vengeance is Mine would be perfect for blu. I wish that Criterion would pick up some of Takeshi Kitano's films -- I would kill to own a good edition of Hanabi or Kikujiro instead of the non-anamorphic dvds released here. Last edited by jason00; 09-09-2009 at 03:55 PM.

09-10-2009, 01:21 AM	#2411
SpiderBaby Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Sep 2009	Thanks Pro-B for your review on Pierrot le fou. Can't wait for it. Last edited by SpiderBaby; 09-10-2009 at 01:31 AM.

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09-08-2009, 12:30 PM	#2403
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	https://www.blu-ray.com/movies/movie...w=regioncoding https://www.blu-ray.com/movies/movies.php?id=6732 if those are the ones you're talking about.....

09-09-2009, 04:42 PM	#2410
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	They have announced what..... 23, 24 films, and they "tried" to release "RAN"...... Give them time, and they'll release more Japanese Blu-rays.

09-10-2009, 06:44 AM	#2412
pro-bassoonist Blu-ray reviewer Top contributor Member since:Jul 2007 Location:X Home Theater Gallery:47 4K collection:- Blu-ray collection:- DVD collection:- Blu-ray reviews: 31 Trading Score:23	You are very welcome, Sir Pro-B

09-10-2009, 12:26 PM	#2413
PowellPressburger Blu-ray Count Top contributor Member since:Aug 2007 Location:DIFFERENT PLACES! Minneapolis 4K collection:991 Blu-ray collection:3676 DVD collection:359 Blu-ray reviews: 51 Trading Score:297	http://www.criterionforum.org/DVD-pa...collection/607 The case for the Mont. Pop Set looks very well done. The Outer Box seems to be a lot more sturdy and more like a nice DVD set / with the two releases in their nice plastic keepcases. Very nice work.

09-10-2009, 12:53 PM	#2414
ccfixx Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Rhode Island Blu-ray collection:97 DVD collection:1 Blu-ray reviews:3 Trading Score:19	And "Pierrot le fou" courtesy of criterionforum.org. CC

09-10-2009, 04:24 PM	#2416
ccfixx Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Rhode Island Blu-ray collection:97 DVD collection:1 Blu-ray reviews:3 Trading Score:19	DVDBeaver's review/comparison of "Jimi Plays Monterey / Shake!". CC

09-10-2009, 06:10 PM	#2420
hidaniel Junior Member Member since:Aug 2009 Location:Toronto, On Blu-ray collection:16	I wonder what the associated cost of the digipak replacement will be. With the ridiculous 25$ SD->HD replacement program as a basis, I'm going to go with 10$ per case, plus 5$ shipping.

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