Dark Force Entertainment Discussion Thread - Page 291 - Blu-ray Forum

indravayu · 05-22-2019, 05:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Jope

the dead pit is just a stupid good time. i could understand SOAWN being overhyped because it's vying to be a good movie. the dead pit isn't trying to be that at all -- it's the kitchen sink of b-movie horror: ghosts, slashers, zombies, and good ol' exploitation all in one. it's somewhat similar to bad dreams, but if it were vying for stupidity.

I watched it for the first time last year, after being intrigued by all the demands for Bill to release the blu.

I expected a hidden gem from my teen years that I had somehow managed to miss.

Instead, I got a thoroughly dumb zombie flick starring a reasonably attractive woman.

It's a movie for teenaged boys - not that there's anything wrong with that (I used to be one!), but I am a middle aged man now and it didn't offer much entertainment value.

Jope · 05-22-2019, 05:48 PM

please don't mistake my enthusiasm for the dead pit as genuine. my enjoyment is purely ironic.

RickWJ324 · 05-23-2019, 01:12 AM

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Originally Posted by indravayu

It's only real selling point is that the leading lady spends most of the movie running around in her underwear.

I was considering a blind buy on this one, but with all the DF negativity and the fact that I just watched a trailer for this, it is an easy pass for me! I have never dealt with DF and I think that's probably for the best. I have always supported companies like Code Red and I feel bad for Bill now.

It really looks like the only part worth watching would be the scenes you mention!

Christophah Maghen · 05-23-2019, 02:55 AM

Picked up the Best Buy sold in store sent back sad to say 2 disc edition of Dead Pit off the cartel a few years back.

It's still sealed, I've almost watched it a few times then pick something else.

Will dump the standard DVD on a chump and pick up the Blu

miribeau · 05-23-2019, 02:55 AM

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Originally Posted by RickWJ324

...I have never dealt with DF and I think that's probably for the best. I have always supported companies like Code Red and I feel bad for Bill now....

I feel badly for Bill because of his health and struggles. I feel happy for him that he has multiple outlets/businesses stepping up to help him sell his products, while he deals with his health. David is part of that equation, even though some people don't like it, but, I'll say again, if you want Bill to be able to continue with Code Red, it is important to support him via whatever vendors you select. Dark Force and Ronin are just two great options among several and the two I tend to frequent most often, but, we all know, it takes different strokes for different folks.

As to Dark Force, specifically, David announced Breeders for this summer as part of his collectible box series. I'm assuming the year or so extra on MM I is due to the extra effort in getting interviews, which I happen to appreciate. When "You're So Cool Brewster" arrived and I popped it in, knowing I love those features and having paid for the thing in the first place, even I was surprised by just how much I loved listening to everyone talk about filming Fright Night. It is now one of my favorite Blu-rays. So, basically, bring on those special features.

gbm82 · 05-23-2019, 07:19 AM

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Originally Posted by RickWJ324

I was considering a blind buy on this one, but with all the DF negativity and the fact that I just watched a trailer for this, it is an easy pass for me! I have never dealt with DF and I think that's probably for the best. I have always supported companies like Code Red and I feel bad for Bill now.

It really looks like the only part worth watching would be the scenes you mention!

It's streaming on amazon prime, if you happen to have that... I haven't watched this movie at all so I can't attest to the quality of the stream....

Puffy · 05-23-2019, 11:32 AM

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Originally Posted by gbm82

It's streaming on amazon prime, if you happen to have that... I haven't watched this movie at all so I can't attest to the quality of the stream....

My two cents if anyone cares XD

It should appeal to fans of 80s horror/b movies and gorehounds. I found it to be quite fun and have been waiting for the blu over a year, whenever Bill asked for input on the cover.

WillieMLF · 05-23-2019, 02:16 PM

Why did the CR form get locked down? I seem to miss all the drama....

Ruined · 05-23-2019, 02:38 PM

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Originally Posted by WillieMLF

Why did the CR form get locked down? I seem to miss all the drama....

I dunno why can't people just talk with civility about the label releases and behave? Sheesh.

kraven · 05-23-2019, 02:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Ruined

I dunno why can't people just talk with civility about the label releases and behave? Sheesh.

Exactly. Why does Dave need to constantly try to make it an actual physical fight with people? Which is what happened, and what always happens. Say something, and he threatens you with violence then says he didn't.

Ruined · 05-23-2019, 03:51 PM

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Originally Posted by kraven

Exactly. Why does Dave need to constantly try to make it an actual physical fight with people? Which is what happened, and what always happens. Say something, and he threatens you with violence then says he didn't.

So stop poking the demon

Dave has been very pleasant with me and the most friendly, personable, & responsive label owner I've talked to. I also don't deride his label and releases every other post, though. If the label bothers someone that much why not just ignore it instead of trying to trash it & pick a fight with the label owner?

indravayu · 05-23-2019, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by gbm82

It's streaming on amazon prime, if you happen to have that... I haven't watched this movie at all so I can't attest to the quality of the stream....

It's on YouTube as well.

dawnofthediscs · 05-23-2019, 04:10 PM

Wow, DeFalco managed to post what looks to be an actual screenshot of Dead Pit. Just one though. A for effort

miribeau · 05-24-2019, 06:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Ruined

So stop poking the demon

Dave has been very pleasant with me and the most friendly, personable, & responsive label owner I've talked to. I also don't deride his label and releases every other post, though. If the label bothers someone that much why not just ignore it instead of trying to trash it & pick a fight with the label owner?

Seconded. David is a decent guy. If you are respectful and kind, he reciprocates. That is actually how many in the world still behave, especially when dealing with customers. Unfortunately, some people feel the need to be overly critical of many label owners, not just David DeFalco, instead of just walking away from whatever label has irked them, in favor of giving their money to whatever company they deem worthy.

Remember the guy who hates Bill so much that he has a whole blog about it? I'll never understand that. Code Red is awesome, but, if you hate it that much, you can just move on to another company. As to David, he just needs to learn to resist the urge to respond to those who are being clearly and deliberately rude and remember that most who order from him really appreciate the service and products he is providing.

So far, the quality of his releases has been high and the ones I've gifted (when buying another copy in a bundle) have been greatly appreciated.

miribeau · 05-24-2019, 12:09 PM

I don't know whether people have checked the sale or not, and I already have pretty much everything so it's not for me, but I did notice some newly listed Code Red and some titles around the $15 mark that are usually higher. Sadly, no pre-order bundle of Point Doom and Dead Pit. Doesn't mean they won't have a bundle come the day, they just don't have it right now. Worth taking a look for the ones with cartoon women on the covers. Truck Stop... Moonshine... Swinging... good films.

tek8080 · 05-24-2019, 12:34 PM

I already own all the Code Red inventory. And the only DF title I need is The Last Victim. I keep waiting for a new title to go up so I can snatch a bundle with new title + Last Victim.

miribeau · 05-24-2019, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by tek8080

I already own all the Code Red inventory. And the only DF title I need is The Last Victim. I keep waiting for a new title to go up so I can snatch a bundle with new title + Last Victim.

Even though there was length confusion, over the multiple versions of the film that exist, the release turned out very well and he's really proud of it, so it will be something he bundles more than once. You should be able to get it bundled with Dead Pit or Point Doom in due course.

Christophah Maghen · 05-26-2019, 02:56 AM

Wow that was fast, what happened over in the code red thread to get it locked again?

DaveyJoe · 05-26-2019, 02:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Christophah Maghen

Wow that was fast, what happened over in the code red thread to get it locked again?

They let millennials post!

xXx$uicide_Ma$terxXx · 05-26-2019, 02:59 AM

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Originally Posted by DaveyJoe

They let millennials post!

Are most people in these threads really over 40?

05-22-2019, 05:48 PM	#5802
Jope Blu-ray Guru Member since:Jun 2015 Location:sour ground, ludlow 4K collection:430 Blu-ray collection:1056 Trading Score:2	please don't mistake my enthusiasm for the dead pit as genuine. my enjoyment is purely ironic.

05-23-2019, 02:55 AM	#5804
Christophah Maghen Banned Member since:Oct 2013 Location:SF Bay 4K collection:13 Blu-ray collection:707 DVD collection:56 Trading Score:2	Picked up the Best Buy sold in store sent back sad to say 2 disc edition of Dead Pit off the cartel a few years back. It's still sealed, I've almost watched it a few times then pick something else. Will dump the standard DVD on a chump and pick up the Blu

05-23-2019, 02:16 PM	#5808
WillieMLF Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Mar 2014 Trading Score:27	Why did the CR form get locked down? I seem to miss all the drama....

05-23-2019, 04:10 PM	#5813
dawnofthediscs Power Member Member since:Nov 2017 4K collection:105 Blu-ray collection:1570 DVD collection:25	Wow, DeFalco managed to post what looks to be an actual screenshot of Dead Pit. Just one though. A for effort

05-24-2019, 12:09 PM	#5815
miribeau Blu-ray Guru Top contributor Member since:Jun 2014 Blu-ray reviews: 13	I don't know whether people have checked the sale or not, and I already have pretty much everything so it's not for me, but I did notice some newly listed Code Red and some titles around the $15 mark that are usually higher. Sadly, no pre-order bundle of Point Doom and Dead Pit. Doesn't mean they won't have a bundle come the day, they just don't have it right now. Worth taking a look for the ones with cartoon women on the covers. Truck Stop... Moonshine... Swinging... good films.

05-24-2019, 12:34 PM	#5816
tek8080 Expert Member Member since:Apr 2016 Blu-ray collection:178	I already own all the Code Red inventory. And the only DF title I need is The Last Victim. I keep waiting for a new title to go up so I can snatch a bundle with new title + Last Victim.

05-26-2019, 02:56 AM	#5818
Christophah Maghen Banned Member since:Oct 2013 Location:SF Bay 4K collection:13 Blu-ray collection:707 DVD collection:56 Trading Score:2	Wow that was fast, what happened over in the code red thread to get it locked again?

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