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kdawq · 01-28-2014, 07:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rabbit

received one title from amazon.CA

dispatched via UPS, sent from richmond BC warehouse/fulfillment center. B2A bubble mailer packaging was used, and safe(base) dropped

purchased at $6.99

inner city park pitching interior art work

leather stitched disc art, if there was embossing, wait a sec

for fans of bat and ball games, this is a must have

Sugar was a terrible film and that's coming from a baseball fan

thecardman23 · 01-28-2014, 01:37 PM

Alot of Classic 20th Century Fox and Universal Titles are on sale right now from amazon $10.99. (Regularly $19-20) which is almost 50% off. Notable titles include:

Individual purchase links can be found in Canadian "deals" section of the site.

DoubleDownAgain · 01-28-2014, 03:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kdawq

Sugar was a terrible film and that's coming from a baseball fan

Wrong. I can see how you may have disliked it, and if you were expecting a 'Baseball' film I can see why you didn't respond to it. While it takes place in the world of baseball, the movie isn't about baseball. I liked it quite a bit. I hated a Thin Red Line but just because I disliked it doesn't mean it's a terrible film.

HDmark · 01-28-2014, 05:12 PM

Does anyone know if the Cleopatra currently listed at $15.49 (it's in the Deals banner above) is the Digibook version? The blu-ray.com listing says so, but the Amazon listing DOES NOT (nor does it look like a digi in the image), and I'm pretty sure it USED TO when it was first issued...

There is another listing of Cleopatra for $10.99, so it makes sense the $15.49 version MAY be the digibook...

Can anyone confirm? Also, does the digi have a bilingual cover/spine?

Taikero · 01-28-2014, 05:26 PM

The 15.49 version is the Digibook.

I confirmed this by taking the Amazon.ca ASIN and using Google to search for it along with the text "Cleopatra".

http://www.adquisitio.ca/20th-centur...eopatra-50th-0

The website above spells out that it is indeed the Digibook.

I would imagine the text is bilingual but I'm not sure how it's laid out since I only have the US Digibook.

Alexander the Drake · 01-28-2014, 05:30 PM

The $15.49 Cleopatra deals listing goes to the same ASIN as my digibook, which I bought during a holiday lightning sale.

The spine, front cover, and slipcase all have bilingual text (just the title/50th Anniversary banner and a summary/special features blurb on the slipcase back).

HDmark · 01-28-2014, 05:56 PM

Cool. Thanks!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Taikero

The 15.49 version is the Digibook.

I confirmed this by taking the Amazon.ca ASIN and using Google to search for it along with the text "Cleopatra".

http://www.adquisitio.ca/20th-centur...eopatra-50th-0

The website above spells out that it is indeed the Digibook.

I would imagine the text is bilingual but I'm not sure how it's laid out since I only have the US Digibook.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alexander the Drake

The $15.49 Cleopatra deals listing goes to the same ASIN as my digibook, which I bought during a holiday lightning sale.

The spine, front cover, and slipcase all have bilingual text (just the title/50th Anniversary banner and a summary/special features blurb on the slipcase back).

cfraser · 01-30-2014, 08:01 PM

Just curious: did anybody who ordered any of the digibooks that were on sale around Boxing Day get any of them yet?

I ordered on Dec. 26th. Most said 1-3 weeks, and usually for me this has meant only a week delay to ship. But not this time, they still say that and the (usually) exaggerated latest delivery date has passed without shipment. Not a big deal normally, but in the meantime some of these titles have been available for a good price (not necessarily digibook) elsewhere and I'm wondering if these digibooks will end up being titles that drag on "forever" in "not yet shipped" and then be cancelled (not unheard of for me). i.e. should I cancel and get elsewhere

Alexander the Drake · 01-30-2014, 08:22 PM

^

I ordered a bunch of the under-$15 mostly-Warner sale digibooks (all the ones listed in my collection currently) from Dec 26th through mid-January.

So far I've gotten nearly all of them (except for Out of Africa, which is being delayed by a pre-order, and two Sony digibooks which I suspect are probably out of print). But mine were mostly in stock when I ordered.

I did have to wait for them to get Hamlet and Malcolm X back in. And they held a bunch of the in-stock ones which were ordered with another thing that had a 2-3 week wait for a while before they finally broke the order into batches and shipped them to me.

I kind of wish I'd gotten the lot. It turns out I really like the digi-booklets even if I don't care much for the actual movie that goes with it. Hopefully they have another significant batch-pricedrop while Amazon still has copies available.

cfraser · 01-30-2014, 09:17 PM

^ Since you mentioned it, all of mine were Sony! I didn't notice that before but just checked...

Why is amazon continuing to take orders for them if they can't get them (maybe OOP)? I ordered some within an hour of them going on sale and they still said 1-3 weeks as they do now.

Usually they say if things are out of stock and they're not sure when they can get more, and they won't let you order if they're really doubtful they'll ever get any more. I just checked and some of them seem to only be available from 3rd party vendors on amazon.com. And yes, amazon finally split some of my "digibook orders" and shipped the non-digibook stuff with other orders (.ca regularly combines separate orders for me). I suppose it's possible Sony is making more and amazon is waiting. I know for sure that's happened at least once already with one of the titles I ordered, it cost a small fortune before reprint.

I did get a bunch of Uni and WB digibooks in November. Most of those titles are only available in digibook, or else the latest/best BD version for region A is only available in digibook (for instance The Man Who Would Be King, Deliverance).

thecardman23 · 01-31-2014, 02:12 PM

Yesterday I experienced something so shocking, so astounding that I was left in disbelief. Placed my amazon.ca order at 9:30am for 3 titles. Chose the Free Super Saver shipping option (4-6 business days) I come home from work at 6pm only to find them sitting in my mailbox!!

GreatGreg · 01-31-2014, 07:26 PM

You should complain! They quoted 4-6 business days!

cfraser · 01-31-2014, 07:39 PM

^ I've never gotten anything the same day as ordering, but next day is normal for me...if it's not coming from BC.

I think continuing to take orders for stuff that they don't have in stock and haven't had in stock for ages and may never have in stock again, is a valid complaint though. Especially when they play the "daily price up and down game" to get titles prominent on all the forum/site price-watchers, presumably to increase sales. The good thing I can say about that is, if you get the right store/person, you can get FS or BB to price-match it.

Trifid · 01-31-2014, 08:49 PM

Star Trek Into Darkness [Blu-ray + DVD + Digital Copy combo] is $10:

http://www.amazon.ca/Star-Trek-Into-...dp/B00A7ZH9WK/

supervij · 02-01-2014, 01:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trifid

Star Trek Into Darkness [Blu-ray + DVD + Digital Copy combo] is $10:

http://www.amazon.ca/Star-Trek-Into-...dp/B00A7ZH9WK/

I was considering ordering this, but I'm mildly annoyed at the special features fiasco with this title. Does the Amazon Edition have good features? Anyone think the price drop is indicative of a super ultra shiny edition that packs ALL the special features to be coming soon?

Darth Vicious · 02-01-2014, 07:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by supervij

I was considering ordering this, but I'm mildly annoyed at the special features fiasco with this title. Does the Amazon Edition have good features? Anyone think the price drop is indicative of a super ultra shiny edition that packs ALL the special features to be coming soon?

I can personally overlook the awkward distribution of special features between releases since I'd maybe watch them once. But if you do care, I'd hold out for an 'Ultimate Edition. It has to be coming.

HomerThompson · 02-01-2014, 08:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by supervij

I was considering ordering this, but I'm mildly annoyed at the special features fiasco with this title. Does the Amazon Edition have good features? Anyone think the price drop is indicative of a super ultra shiny edition that packs ALL the special features to be coming soon?

Most likely 2016 for the 50th Anniversary. But if you don't want to wait 2 years, take the deal now.

supervij · 02-02-2014, 04:25 PM

Naaah, I can wait. Can't buy this one and fuel Paramount's notion that this kind of business practice is acceptable.

thecardman23 · 02-04-2014, 07:14 PM

An Incredible price on brand new release. Short Term 12 $12.99

http://www.amazon.ca/Short-Term-12-B...A3DWYIK6Y9EEQB

One of most realistic, heartwarming and original independent films of 2013. Easily worth a blind buy if you're on the fence.

roar · 02-04-2014, 08:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thecardman23

An Incredible price on brand new release. Short Term 12 $12.99

http://www.amazon.ca/Short-Term-12-B...A3DWYIK6Y9EEQB

One of most realistic, heartwarming and original independent films of 2013. Easily worth a blind buy if you're on the fence.

I've always liked Brie Larson from United States of Tara... Haven't heard of this movie but I'll give it a go. Thanks for the link.

01-28-2014, 01:37 PM	#3602
thecardman23 Blu-ray Ninja Top contributor Member since:Jul 2008 Location:Toronto, Canada Home Theater Gallery:8 4K collection:9 Blu-ray collection:1787 Blu-ray reviews:34 Trading Score:239 Timezone GMT: -5	Alot of Classic 20th Century Fox and Universal Titles are on sale right now from amazon $10.99. (Regularly $19-20) which is almost 50% off. Notable titles include: Individual purchase links can be found in Canadian "deals" section of the site. Last edited by thecardman23; 01-28-2014 at 01:44 PM.

01-28-2014, 05:12 PM	#3604
HDmark Power Member Top contributor Member since:Feb 2009 Location:NS, Canada 4K collection:50 Blu-ray collection:1164 DVD collection:130 Trading Score:3 Timezone GMT: -4	Cleopatra Digibook? Does anyone know if the Cleopatra currently listed at $15.49 (it's in the Deals banner above) is the Digibook version? The blu-ray.com listing says so, but the Amazon listing DOES NOT (nor does it look like a digi in the image), and I'm pretty sure it USED TO when it was first issued... There is another listing of Cleopatra for $10.99, so it makes sense the $15.49 version MAY be the digibook... Can anyone confirm? Also, does the digi have a bilingual cover/spine?

01-30-2014, 09:17 PM	#3610
cfraser Expert Member Member since:Jun 2011 Location:Toronto area, Canada Timezone GMT: -5	^ Since you mentioned it, all of mine were Sony! I didn't notice that before but just checked... Why is amazon continuing to take orders for them if they can't get them (maybe OOP)? I ordered some within an hour of them going on sale and they still said 1-3 weeks as they do now. Usually they say if things are out of stock and they're not sure when they can get more, and they won't let you order if they're really doubtful they'll ever get any more. I just checked and some of them seem to only be available from 3rd party vendors on amazon.com. And yes, amazon finally split some of my "digibook orders" and shipped the non-digibook stuff with other orders (.ca regularly combines separate orders for me). I suppose it's possible Sony is making more and amazon is waiting. I know for sure that's happened at least once already with one of the titles I ordered, it cost a small fortune before reprint. I did get a bunch of Uni and WB digibooks in November. Most of those titles are only available in digibook, or else the latest/best BD version for region A is only available in digibook (for instance The Man Who Would Be King, Deliverance). Last edited by cfraser; 01-30-2014 at 09:26 PM.

01-31-2014, 07:39 PM	#3613
cfraser Expert Member Member since:Jun 2011 Location:Toronto area, Canada Timezone GMT: -5	^ I've never gotten anything the same day as ordering, but next day is normal for me...if it's not coming from BC. I think continuing to take orders for stuff that they don't have in stock and haven't had in stock for ages and may never have in stock again, is a valid complaint though. Especially when they play the "daily price up and down game" to get titles prominent on all the forum/site price-watchers, presumably to increase sales. The good thing I can say about that is, if you get the right store/person, you can get FS or BB to price-match it. Last edited by cfraser; 01-31-2014 at 07:42 PM.

01-28-2014, 05:26 PM	#3605
Taikero Blu-ray Samurai Top contributor Member since:Jan 2013 Location:U.S.A. 4K collection:13 Blu-ray collection:801 DVD collection:1 Blu-ray reviews: 2 Timezone GMT: -7	The 15.49 version is the Digibook. I confirmed this by taking the Amazon.ca ASIN and using Google to search for it along with the text "Cleopatra". http://www.adquisitio.ca/20th-centur...eopatra-50th-0 The website above spells out that it is indeed the Digibook. I would imagine the text is bilingual but I'm not sure how it's laid out since I only have the US Digibook.

01-28-2014, 05:30 PM	#3606
Alexander the Drake Member Top contributor Member since:Dec 2013 Location:♫ ...a great big empty land... ♫ Blu-ray collection:263 DVD collection:1 iTunes collection:2 Trading Score:2 Timezone GMT: -8	The $15.49 Cleopatra deals listing goes to the same ASIN as my digibook, which I bought during a holiday lightning sale. The spine, front cover, and slipcase all have bilingual text (just the title/50th Anniversary banner and a summary/special features blurb on the slipcase back).

01-30-2014, 08:01 PM	#3608
cfraser Expert Member Member since:Jun 2011 Location:Toronto area, Canada Timezone GMT: -5	Just curious: did anybody who ordered any of the digibooks that were on sale around Boxing Day get any of them yet? I ordered on Dec. 26th. Most said 1-3 weeks, and usually for me this has meant only a week delay to ship. But not this time, they still say that and the (usually) exaggerated latest delivery date has passed without shipment. Not a big deal normally, but in the meantime some of these titles have been available for a good price (not necessarily digibook) elsewhere and I'm wondering if these digibooks will end up being titles that drag on "forever" in "not yet shipped" and then be cancelled (not unheard of for me). i.e. should I cancel and get elsewhere

01-30-2014, 08:22 PM	#3609
Alexander the Drake Member Top contributor Member since:Dec 2013 Location:♫ ...a great big empty land... ♫ Blu-ray collection:263 DVD collection:1 iTunes collection:2 Trading Score:2 Timezone GMT: -8	^ I ordered a bunch of the under-$15 mostly-Warner sale digibooks (all the ones listed in my collection currently) from Dec 26th through mid-January. So far I've gotten nearly all of them (except for Out of Africa, which is being delayed by a pre-order, and two Sony digibooks which I suspect are probably out of print). But mine were mostly in stock when I ordered. I did have to wait for them to get Hamlet and Malcolm X back in. And they held a bunch of the in-stock ones which were ordered with another thing that had a 2-3 week wait for a while before they finally broke the order into batches and shipped them to me. I kind of wish I'd gotten the lot. It turns out I really like the digi-booklets even if I don't care much for the actual movie that goes with it. Hopefully they have another significant batch-pricedrop while Amazon still has copies available.

01-31-2014, 02:12 PM	#3611
thecardman23 Blu-ray Ninja Top contributor Member since:Jul 2008 Location:Toronto, Canada Home Theater Gallery:8 4K collection:9 Blu-ray collection:1787 Blu-ray reviews:34 Trading Score:239 Timezone GMT: -5	Yesterday I experienced something so shocking, so astounding that I was left in disbelief. Placed my amazon.ca order at 9:30am for 3 titles. Chose the Free Super Saver shipping option (4-6 business days) I come home from work at 6pm only to find them sitting in my mailbox!!

01-31-2014, 07:26 PM	#3612
GreatGreg Blu-ray Knight Top contributor Member since:Oct 2009 Location:Canada Blu-ray collection:- Trading Score:21 Timezone GMT: -5	You should complain! They quoted 4-6 business days!

01-31-2014, 08:49 PM	#3614
Trifid Special Member Member since:Dec 2009 Location:Gallifrey/Earth/? Home Theater Gallery:5 Blu-ray collection:191 Timezone GMT: -5	Star Trek Into Darkness [Blu-ray + DVD + Digital Copy combo] is $10: http://www.amazon.ca/Star-Trek-Into-...dp/B00A7ZH9WK/

02-02-2014, 04:25 PM	#3618
supervij Special Member Member since:Apr 2011 Location:Toronto, Ontario, Canada 4K collection:1004 Blu-ray collection:2466 Timezone GMT: -5	Naaah, I can wait. Can't buy this one and fuel Paramount's notion that this kind of business practice is acceptable.

02-04-2014, 07:14 PM	#3619
thecardman23 Blu-ray Ninja Top contributor Member since:Jul 2008 Location:Toronto, Canada Home Theater Gallery:8 4K collection:9 Blu-ray collection:1787 Blu-ray reviews:34 Trading Score:239 Timezone GMT: -5	An Incredible price on brand new release. Short Term 12 $12.99 http://www.amazon.ca/Short-Term-12-B...A3DWYIK6Y9EEQB One of most realistic, heartwarming and original independent films of 2013. Easily worth a blind buy if you're on the fence.

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