Physical & Digital EST: The Future of Home Video Discussion Thread

[cheez avenger]

Been re-watching the excellent show "Rome" on MAX. I never did buy the show on BD, but after watching the Milius documentary recently, I segued into that show. Was feeling bold and in keeping with Rome's themes, I blind bought a film I never did watch back in the day called "The Eagle" starring Channing Tatum. Scored it on BD from eBay for $4 shipped. Another film that came out during the same time was an excellent film called "Centurion," which I do own on BD.

[cheez avenger]

Been padding the BD collection here and there - just bought In Dreams for $4.49 and Wyatt Earp for $5 from Amazon. I don't see those coming on 4K anytime soon, and when they do, well, I will upgrade accordingly at that time.

[Warm Gun]

Waited years to buy Rome on BD, after enjoying a low quality rip about a decade ago, then finally the set was 25 dollars again two weeks ago and knowing that it would be months before I got around to it I let the deal go.

[Wendell R. Breland]

Originally Posted by cheez avenger

Been re-watching the excellent show "Rome" on MAX.

Watched the entire series but never purchased. About 11 years ago had Zuleikha Robinson as a guest for a few days. She was Son's brother-in-law's girlfriend.

[cheez avenger]

Originally Posted by Warm Gun

Waited years to buy Rome on BD, after enjoying a low quality rip about a decade ago, then finally the set was 25 dollars again two weeks ago and knowing that it would be months before I got around to it I let the deal go.

There were/are some brand new sets on eBay for $24.99 shipped.

[Steedeel]

Duel and The Truman Show 4K both pre ordered. Picked up The Lost Boys a few weeks ago.

My 4K collection is growing.

[bhampton]

I will pick up Duel.

I have no idea if I ever saw it ... it's possible, I can't remember everything about life.

I don't know why the Watchman UHD was on sale the other day but the ATMOS track is so fun. Lots of great UHD BDs lately.

[Steedeel]

Originally Posted by bhampton

I will pick up Duel.

I have no idea if I ever saw it ... it's possible, I can't remember everything about life.

I don't know why the Watchman UHD was on sale the other day but the ATMOS track is so fun. Lots of great UHD BDs lately.

It’s bloody great. One of my favourites.

[Wendell R. Breland]

Avatar 2 and 3-D Blu-ray, from the Digital Bits:

Finally today, a number of readers have reported that 20th Century Studio’s Blu-ray 3D release of Avatar: The Way of Water is in short supply at retailers and is selling out many places. I’ve contacted the studio and confirmed that more copies are in replication. So if you’re looking for a copy, you should all be able to get one in the coming weeks. The best way to make sure is to ask your preferred retailer to order it.

ADD: Just checked Amazon for the 3-D and they list availability as 2 to 4 weeks.
2nd ADD: Sold out at Best Buy, Target does not list.

[cheez avenger]

Ordered Empire Records BD for $5.99 from Amazon and I eBayed the special "fan remix" edition for $4 shipped. That fan remix edition is not on digital and only available on DVD. It's a neat cut of the film for Empire Records fans. I love the movie.

[Wummyhulk]

Why are some shows and movies being removed from streaming services like Disney plus, Max, and some on?

[Steedeel]

Originally Posted by Wummyhulk

Why are some shows and movies being removed from streaming services like Disney plus, Max, and some on?

To cut costs. Streaming isn’t a profitable business.

[cheez avenger]

Paramount+ has canceled and removed some today, including Star Trek Prodigy S2.

[Steedeel]

Originally Posted by cheez avenger

Paramount+ has canceled and removed some today, including Star Trek Prodigy S2.

Really? That will piss of a lot of trek fans.

[Steedeel]

Originally Posted by Wendell R. Breland

Avatar 2 and 3-D Blu-ray, from the Digital Bits:

ADD: Just checked Amazon for the 3-D and they list availability as 2 to 4 weeks.
2nd ADD: Sold out at Best Buy, Target does not list.

I just ordered the 4K today. I can wait for the 3D version down the line. 4K will be hard to beat.

[cheez avenger]

Originally Posted by Steedeel

Really? That will piss of a lot of trek fans.

The Paramount Global-backed streamer has canceled Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies after a single season, reversed its decision on a season-two pickup for the animated and kids-focused Star Trek: Prodigy, axed competition series Queen of the Universe after two seasons, and nixed a revival of The Game after two seasons. Additionally, all four shows will be removed from Paramount+ as the conglomerate joins Disney and Warner Bros. Discovery in taking tax write-offs for underperforming series. The news comes as Paramount+ will incorporate Showtime into the platform in the U.S. on Tuesday.

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv...me-1235522633/

[Wummyhulk]

Originally Posted by Steedeel

To cut costs. Streaming isn’t a profitable business.

What is to become of some of my favorite childhood shows, like Ren & Stimpy, OG Rugrats, etc.

[Steedeel]

Originally Posted by Wummyhulk

What is to become of some of my favorite childhood shows, like Ren & Stimpy, OG Rugrats, etc.

Gone, like tears in the rain.

[bhampton]

Originally Posted by Wummyhulk

What is to become of some of my favorite childhood shows, like Ren & Stimpy, OG Rugrats, etc.

Look for them on disc.

[cheez avenger]

Even DVD is more than a viable option these days. The PS5 is a great upconverter. That's the player I use as my DVD. Surprisingly the Panny 820 is a horrible DVD upconverter.