Blackbeard's Ghost (1968) - DMC Exclusive

[Ernest Rister]

Originally Posted by Petemo2010

One of my favorite Disney live action movies. Can't wait for Disney to release The Black Hole, The Watcher in the Woods, Candleshoe, The Cat from Outer Space, Unidentified Flying Oddball and so many other of the great movies I grew up with on Bluray.

You might this hard to believe -- because I sure did -- but the Intrada CD sundtrack site recently released the score for Unidentified Flying Oddball. Of all things...

[Ernest Rister]

Originally Posted by deltatauhobbit

Considering they just released that as a DVD double feature doesn't bode well for it coming out on blu ray if they didn't do it at the same time. Also consider that you could buy an HD digital copy of Blackbeard's Ghost for awhile from Amazon while the Boogedy titles are still only offered in SD (same with Condorman). Boogedy are a couple titles I've been wanting for a long while now so I'm hoping I'll be proved wrong.

Speaking of which, The Black Hole, Candleshoe, The Cat From Outer Space, Freaky Friday and Unidentified Flying Oddball are also available as HD digital on Amazon so I'd imagine some of these will be coming out in the next year or two.

I just want an HD transfer of The Journey of Natty Gann in its original scope aspect ratio before I die. And toss in a remaster of Never Cry Wolf as the gravy.

[rybev]

Originally Posted by Ernest Rister

You might this hard to believe -- because I sure did -- but the Intrada CD sundtrack site recently released the score for Unidentified Flying Oddball. Of all things...

And it's a great score, one I've wanted for years. Though I know it as The Spaceman and King Arthur

[ccg1978]

awesome!! Due to a sheltered childhood this was one of my favorite movies growing up (we had to watch a lot of classic Disney stuff and westerns ect). Just got it off eBay for $24.49.

[rybev]

Originally Posted by hariseldon

Honestly the best way to get them is to partner up with somebody already DMC. I know there are several International folks here who have a buddy in the US who occasionally buy/ship items. Almost always a lot cheaper than going the Ebay route if you can find a partner. I know some folks have family or friends who live in the US so that makes it easy.

DMC does limit how items you're supposed to buy over your lifetime so it's hard for a couple people to supply the crowd. I don't know if there is a hard limit, but 3 on any single itme in an order and I've heard 5 might be the upper limit over time.

That's how I get them. Made friends with a US guy via Instagram, he now sorts me out with all the DMC's I want.

[Steelguy]

Originally Posted by hariseldon

Honestly the best way to get them is to partner up with somebody already DMC. I know there are several International folks here who have a buddy in the US who occasionally buy/ship items. Almost always a lot cheaper than going the Ebay route if you can find a partner. I know some folks have family or friends who live in the US so that makes it easy.

DMC does limit how items you're supposed to buy over your lifetime so it's hard for a couple people to supply the crowd. I don't know if there is a hard limit, but 3 on any single itme in an order and I've heard 5 might be the upper limit over time.

That's a good idea, I don't have any family or friends from the states directly, I welcome anyone here to help me with this, I'd help in return if anyone needs it from the UK. I won't discuss this further here as I know this is not for trade, so send a pm, thanks.

RIP Dean Jones, I just read he passed away last year in September, I grew up watching him in Disney movies, they were on UK television a lot in the 80's/90's. Blackbeard's Ghost is definitely one of my favourites with Dean Jones.

[ccg1978]

watched this over the weekend with my 5 year old son. We really enjoyed it. PQ is stellar as well....

[PrueFever]

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[Cougartiger]

Got code! Thank you!

[HeavyHitter]

I watched this projected last night. I have to say, it's an impressive release and really holds up well on a big screen. Grain nicely intact, good color, detail, and shadows. There might be a touch of EE, but nothing to lose sleep over. Really nice effort by Disney and a cute movie.

[octobercountry]

Throughout the 1940s and 1950s, most of Disney’s film output seemed to stick to the three “A’s”---animation, adventure, and animals. This all changed in 1959, with the success of the slapstick comedy “The Shaggy Dog.” It was a huge hit, and Disney changed course, with a large percentage of their films for the next two decades being slapstick comedies aimed at a young audience. This trend finally fizzled out with 1980’s “Herbie Goes Bananas.” But let’s face it, they had run the genre right into the ground; some of these films really weren’t very good at all.

In the past I’ve been kind of dismissive of their comedies from the 60s and 70s, but I guess I’ve mellowed as I’ve gotten older. I find I rather enjoy them now! Oh, there are some that are simply terrible (“Million Dollar Duck,” for example, has a terrible reputation). But quite a few are fun to watch, and so nostalgic, and I’m happy to have them in my collection.

One such film is 1968’s “Blackbeard’s Ghost.” Somehow I missed out on this one entirely when I was growing up; don’t recall ever seeing it either on television or in the theatre. I did like the book, however---the 1965 novel was written by Ben Stahl, and we had a copy here when I was a kid. The movie is (perhaps not surprisingly) NOTHING like the book, however. I mean, they both have the ghost of Blackbeard as a main character, but that’s about the only similarity; the plot of the film is entirely different.

The film features a great cast who all seem to be having fun with their roles; Peter Ustinov really chews up the scenery as the ghost, and has a blast doing it. Harried Dean Jones and the lovely Suzanne Pleshette provide just a hint of romance for the grownups. I’m only sorry that Elsa Lanchester didn’t have a larger role; it’s always a pleasure to see her on the screen.

The blu-ray looks EXCELLENT. Previous home video transfers of this film, whether VHS, laserdisc, or DVD, have been absolutely abysmal; beyond terrible. But with this blu-ray we’re finally able to see the film as it looked upon its first release, over 45 years ago. I’m very glad I was able to get a copy before it went out of print.

[Rzzzz]

I love this film. My parents took us to see it at the drive-in when it came out and I still remember it (I was 7). When I bought the Dvd, I couldn't believe how horrible it looked, especially the night scenes. I didn't know what to expect when the blu came out (I guess I expected to be disappointed) but I was blown away. I agree about Jones, Pleshette and Lancaster but I think Peter Ustinov carries the film. Absolutely perfect casting. I still put it on for the grandkids every now and then and that scene with the "finger gun" makes us laugh every time. A true classic!

[octobercountry]

Here are a few frame grabs, to show what a HUGE difference there is between the old DVD and the blu-ray. Amazing:

https://www.hometheaterforum.com/com...5/post-4340630

[banjo!]

Looking for a copy if anyone has an extra. Please message me.

[octobercountry]

Originally Posted by banjo!

Looking for a copy if anyone has an extra. Please message me.

This can still be easily obtained through Amazon or eBay, if you're willing to pay the price. Cheapest I see at the moment is a copy for $41.99 through Amazon...

[banjo!]

Originally Posted by octobercountry

This can still be easily obtained through Amazon or eBay, if you're willing to pay the price. Cheapest I see at the moment is a copy for $41.99 through Amazon...

Yeah thanks. Trying to avoid scalpers if possible.

[octobercountry]

Originally Posted by banjo!

Yeah thanks. Trying to avoid scalpers if possible.

When I'm looking for some of these old Disney titles, it really depends on how much nostalgic sentimental value they have for me, as to how much I will pay. Occasionally I may be willing to pay more than seems reasonable!

Let's face it, there's no indication that the majority of the OOP Disney Movie Club discs will ever be re-released, so if you really want a particular title, the price is what it is. I looked at the list of completed eBay transactions for Blackbeard's Ghost, and it looks like the price simply doesn't go below $40; no one has offered it for less.