Fast and Furious 1-4 (Repackaged)

[Dragon Lee]

dvdcompare.net claims pt 4 is cut. can anyone confirm this?

[FrenchImmersion]

Originally Posted by LemonadeMan

I have just looked at the back of my boxes (haven't watched any yet) but yes, according to 2F2F, a 'prelude to 2 Fast 2 Furious' is included and according to Fast & Furious, 'Original short film: Los Bandoleros!' is included.

This.

[chip75]

Originally Posted by Dragon Lee

dvdcompare.net claims pt 4 is cut. can anyone confirm this?

They're pretty reliable on such matters. The BBFC site comfirms it as well. Strange they didn't take a 15 for the home release.

[musicmad]

can anyone who have this boxset say how are the digital copies reedemed? do you enter the code to redeem in itunes like other digital copies? or are they windows only versions
much help is appreciatted

[chip75]

Originally Posted by musicmad

can anyone who have this boxset say how are the digital copies reedemed? do you enter the code to redeem in itunes like other digital copies? or are they windows only versions
much help is appreciatted

Usually you get a choice between the iTunes version and a PC version, there is a disc included with this set but I'm not sure what's on it.

This regards the Australian release:

Available to buy on Blu-ray from March 30, 2011

Universal Pictures Video Australasia is pleased to announce that each film in The Fast and the Furious franchise on Blu-ray now include a new digital copy. Coupled with over two hours of bonus footage including content exclusive to Blu-ray, each pack is fully loaded to excite. Releasing to coincide with the theatrical release of Fast & Furious Five, consumers can now access this high-octane, adrenaline fuelled entertainment anywhere, anytime.

“The Fast and the Furious franchise has a strong and dedicated consumer following, having sold over 1 million units to date, and Australian consumers now demand great content to suit their changing viewing habits. This digital copy provides them the choice to watch great content through a number of devices wherever they are and whenever they want” said Stuart Gardoll, Product Manager – Catalogue.

Keep pace with the action with this unique offering, compatible with both iTunes® and Windows Media Player®, and is easily transferable to the home PC or laptop, iPod, iPhone and even iPad. The digital copy is included inside the case, at point of purchase, with a Digital Copy authorisation code. Simply insert the Digital Copy into the PC or Mac, follow the instructions and insert the code when requested.

The Fast And The Furious, 2 Fast 2 Furious, The Fast And The Furious: Tokyo Drift and Fast & Furious Blu-ray editions are available with digital copies from 30 March 2011. In addition, DVD single disc editions as well as DVD and Blu-ray box sets are now also available without the Digital Copy.

[musicmad]

Originally Posted by chip75

Usually you get a choice between the iTunes version and a PC version, there is a disc included with this set but I'm not sure what's on it.

This regards the Australian release:

thanks mate much appreciated , that's sounds good if its like the uk version if someone has the uk boxset who can answer that would be great

[chip75]

Originally Posted by musicmad

thanks mate much appreciated , that's sounds good if its like the uk version if someone has the uk boxset who can answer that would be great

No problem.

[Villan]

Originally Posted by chip75

The BBFC site comfirms it as well.

Actually, all that does is confirm that the theatrical release was cut.

There are conflicting reports on whether the version submitted for video (which received no cuts) was pre-cut or uncut. Even Melonfarmers aren't sure.

Common sense would point towards it being cut as you'd think it would have received a 15, but common sense and film classification don't always go hand in hand.

[donut168]

can anyone confirm if this is also region free? TIA

[ChrisDilke]

Originally Posted by donut168

can anyone confirm if this is also region free? TIA

All Universal titles are region free. If you want the digital copies as well though, I believe they'll only work in the UK.

[donut168]

Originally Posted by ChrisDilke

All Universal titles are region free. If you want the digital copies as well though, I believe they'll only work in the UK.

thanks for the info sir.

[chip75]

Originally Posted by Villan

Actually, all that does is confirm that the theatrical release was cut.

There are conflicting reports on whether the version submitted for video (which received no cuts) was pre-cut or uncut. Even Melonfarmers aren't sure.

Common sense would point towards it being cut as you'd think it would have received a 15, but common sense and film classification don't always go hand in hand.

I guess it's the PAL difference that confuses people, they would have to reclassify it though if it was a different version.

[Dragon Lee]

Originally Posted by Villan

Actually, all that does is confirm that the theatrical release was cut.

There are conflicting reports on whether the version submitted for video (which received no cuts) was pre-cut or uncut. Even Melonfarmers aren't sure.

Common sense would point towards it being cut as you'd think it would have received a 15, but common sense and film classification don't always go hand in hand.

I agree with you. Plus the disc has ratings for UK, Ireland, Germany meaning its likely the same disc distributed throughout Europe. Could it be possible that the DVD is cut but the blu-ray passed no cuts? Kinda like The Expendables where the Blu is rated 18 but the DVD is rated 15?

[chip75]

Originally Posted by Dragon Lee

I agree with you. Plus the disc has ratings for UK, Ireland, Germany meaning its likely the same disc distributed throughout Europe. Could it be possible that the DVD is cut but the blu-ray passed no cuts? Kinda like The Expendables where the Blu is rated 18 but the DVD is rated 15?

I don't think Fast & Furious has ever receieved a higher rating than 12, The Expendables had two the theatrical cut (and DVD) and the higher rated Blu-ray (which included the 2 seconds cut from the 15 certificate).

[karenrowan]

FAST AND THE FURIOUS does not try to be something it is not. Therefore, it surprises me to no end that I will say that FURIOUS is a decent movie. For dialogue, everything is one-lined crazy nonsense. Most characters are ultimately cruel to everyone and each other. Some lame brained antics are done. But it all works out.

[Steve290886]

I see Play have a Limited Edition 1-5 set up as coming soon:

http://www.play.com/DVD/Blu-ray/4-/2...rlrefer=search

[Villan]

Regarding its censorship status, I decided to contact the BBFC to find out definitively and received the following response:

"The version of FAST & FURIOUS classified for video in 2009 is a pre-cut one in line with the cut theatrical version. Usually this is noted on the record for the work. I have drawn this omission to the attention of the team responsible for the classification details on our main website. Thank you for alerting us to this."

Disappointing, but not unexpected.

[chip75]

Originally Posted by Villan

Regarding its censorship status, I decided to contact the BBFC to find out definitively and received the following response:

"The version of FAST & FURIOUS classified for video in 2009 is a pre-cut one in line with the cut theatrical version. Usually this is noted on the record for the work. I have drawn this omission to the attention of the team responsible for the classification details on our main website. Thank you for alerting us to this."

Disappointing, but not unexpected.

You did have to read in-between the lines to get the information on their site. I wonder if it's time they dropped the PAL runtimes from their listings or add the Blu-ray running time? If Fast & Furious video had the same running time as the film I'm sure we would have worked out they were the same, without the need to do some math.

[Steve290886]

Didn't want to start a new thread for it yet until its definitely confirmed (unless it has already and I missed it) but I just got an email from HMV saying you could now pre-order Fast Five with a release date of 5th September - its now been taken down again though.

Looking forward to seeing what Play's Steelbook looks like.

[Natty]

Oh man I'm so glad I held off getting the 1-4 boxset and the single releases. I hope the 1-5 boxset is good, but then they are bound to make number 6...so do I want to get a boxset?