Are old films worth upgrading to 4k ? - Page 3 - Blu-ray Forum

Brian81 · 11-13-2019, 06:07 AM

It is old films that really show the benefit of 4K, IMO. More so than the modern DI's upscaled.

Jumpman · 11-13-2019, 07:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Brian81

It is old films that really show the benefit of 4K, IMO. More so than the modern DI's upscaled.

100% agreement.

spider-neil · 11-13-2019, 07:35 AM

Old films are definitely worth upgrading to 4k, especially with HDR. Recently saw Star Wars in 4K and I've just noticed Darth Vader's and C3 PO's helmets have smudge and grease marks on them. The detail is incredible.

wallendo · 11-13-2019, 02:52 PM

Very old films may not show any improvement over blu-rays due to primitive films, erratic exposure, and lens limitations.
Movies made after the refinement of cinema technology - 1920's onward will show definite improvement.
Unfortunately, some films in the early digital intermediate era, whether initially recorded on film or digital, suffer from technological issues and any improvement seen in UHD/4k is probably an improvement on, not an accurate reproduction of, the original.

infiniteCR · 11-13-2019, 05:39 PM

I wouldn't bother with any silent films myself, although I know for some sound quality doesn't matter and it's all about the PQ

Flash3000 · 11-16-2019, 11:45 AM

Edit.

Error.

Sorry

rockinrick · 11-16-2019, 11:57 AM

I feel it's worth the upgrade to 4K and I hope more old films are forthcoming in this format.

KubrickKurasawa · 11-16-2019, 02:21 PM

If you have a mid range to high end set AND the studio does a GREAT release it is.

GaragePoet · 11-16-2019, 04:00 PM

old films aren't even worth upgrading to blu-ray, why would they be worth upgrading to 4K? they didn't even have VCRs when those films were made, think about it.

Batfreakforever1939 · 11-17-2019, 11:17 PM

Old movies are definitely worth upgrading.

KubrickKurasawa · 11-17-2019, 11:49 PM

dO YOU EVEN 2001 aso BRO OP?

LegacyCosts · 11-18-2019, 12:08 AM

I think the catalogue titles like casino, 2001 and apocalypse now are more exciting than any newer movies. film >

Bn43 · 11-18-2019, 12:20 AM

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Originally Posted by LegacyCosts

I think the catalogue titles like casino, 2001 and apocalypse now are more exciting than any newer movies. film >

I noticed a couple of weeks ago as I was reordering my collection by year that my newest physical movie is from 2015, Fury Road. I watch old movies far more than new ones.

DR Herbert West · 11-18-2019, 12:43 AM

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Originally Posted by LegacyCosts

I think the catalogue titles like casino, 2001 and apocalypse now are more exciting than any newer movies. film >

Totally.

4kUltraBD · 11-18-2019, 01:51 AM

Yes, it absolutely is. If given proper restoration/treatment for the 4k release, older films can be seen by many enthusiasts in better condition than they’ve been for many years.

4kUltraBD · 11-18-2019, 02:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Gacivory

Looking at their collection tells me they have bought into 4K and Blu. So I am assuming the post was in jest to mock the thought process that began this thread.

Lol! I didn’t even think to look at that. I do believe you’re correct. I’ll edit my post.

Brian81 · 11-18-2019, 02:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Gacivory

Looking at their collection tells me they have bought into 4K and Blu. So I am assuming the post was in jest to mock the thought process that began this thread.

I will admit to checking as well. Also, many of the titles he has listed as being 4K in his collection ARE older titles. So it's pretty clear he's joking, taking that into consideration.

Gacivory · 11-18-2019, 02:15 AM

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Originally Posted by 4kUltraBD

Lol! I didn’t even think to look at that. I do believe you’re correct. I’ll edit my post.

I have jumped to assuming people are serious on this site numerous times, so I can’t fault you!

LegacyCosts · 11-18-2019, 02:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Bn43

I noticed a couple of weeks ago as I was reordering my collection by year that my newest physical movie is from 2015, Fury Road. I watch old movies far more than new ones.

2019 has been a good year for me but understandable, we're just getting old

sonny gaunt · 11-18-2019, 02:51 AM

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Originally Posted by GaragePoet

old films aren't even worth upgrading to blu-ray, why would they be worth upgrading to 4K? they didn't even have VCRs when those films were made, think about it.

Comedy GOLD right there!! LMAO!

11-16-2019, 11:57 AM	#47
rockinrick Blu-ray Knight Member since:Mar 2010 Location:North Georgia Mountains 4K collection:980 Blu-ray collection:4232 DVD collection:4 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:7	Are old films worth upgrading to 4K ? I feel it's worth the upgrade to 4K and I hope more old films are forthcoming in this format.

11-18-2019, 01:51 AM	#55
4kUltraBD Expert Member Member since:Nov 2017 4K collection:353 Blu-ray collection:494 DVD collection:262 Digital collection:231 Trading Score:35	Yes, it absolutely is. If given proper restoration/treatment for the 4k release, older films can be seen by many enthusiasts in better condition than they’ve been for many years. Last edited by 4kUltraBD; 11-18-2019 at 02:19 AM.

11-13-2019, 06:07 AM	#41
Brian81 Blu-ray Champion Member since:Mar 2011 Trading Score:4	It is old films that really show the benefit of 4K, IMO. More so than the modern DI's upscaled.

11-13-2019, 07:35 AM	#43
spider-neil Blu-ray Knight Member since:Feb 2011	Old films are definitely worth upgrading to 4k, especially with HDR. Recently saw Star Wars in 4K and I've just noticed Darth Vader's and C3 PO's helmets have smudge and grease marks on them. The detail is incredible.

11-13-2019, 02:52 PM	#44
wallendo Power Member Member since:Feb 2008 Location:Southeastern NC 4K collection:100 Blu-ray collection:1027 DVD collection:7 MA collection:3 iTunes collection:1 Blu-ray reviews:4	Very old films may not show any improvement over blu-rays due to primitive films, erratic exposure, and lens limitations. Movies made after the refinement of cinema technology - 1920's onward will show definite improvement. Unfortunately, some films in the early digital intermediate era, whether initially recorded on film or digital, suffer from technological issues and any improvement seen in UHD/4k is probably an improvement on, not an accurate reproduction of, the original.

11-13-2019, 05:39 PM	#45
infiniteCR Blu-ray Samurai Top contributor Member since:Jun 2014 4K collection:327 Blu-ray collection:1648 DVD collection:191 Blu-ray reviews:5	I wouldn't bother with any silent films myself, although I know for some sound quality doesn't matter and it's all about the PQ

11-16-2019, 11:45 AM	#46
Flash3000 Special Member Member since:Aug 2013 Location:Australia 4K collection:6 Blu-ray collection:281 Trading Score:1	Edit. Error. Sorry

11-16-2019, 02:21 PM	#48
KubrickKurasawa Blu-ray Knight Member since:Feb 2014 Location:Midwest 4K collection:65 Blu-ray collection:612 DVD collection:129 Digital collection:70 iTunes collection:92 Prime collection:9	If you have a mid range to high end set AND the studio does a GREAT release it is.

11-16-2019, 04:00 PM	#49
GaragePoet Blu-ray Samurai Top contributor Member since:Sep 2011 Location:San Diego 4K collection:434 Blu-ray collection:1711 DVD collection:168 Trading Score:84	old films aren't even worth upgrading to blu-ray, why would they be worth upgrading to 4K? they didn't even have VCRs when those films were made, think about it.

11-17-2019, 11:17 PM	#50
Batfreakforever1939 Active Member Member since:Oct 2019 Location:Australia 4K collection:458 Blu-ray collection:1243 DVD collection:332	Old movies are definitely worth upgrading.

11-17-2019, 11:49 PM	#51
KubrickKurasawa Blu-ray Knight Member since:Feb 2014 Location:Midwest 4K collection:65 Blu-ray collection:612 DVD collection:129 Digital collection:70 iTunes collection:92 Prime collection:9	dO YOU EVEN 2001 aso BRO OP?

11-18-2019, 12:08 AM	#52
LegacyCosts Blu-ray Knight Member since:Oct 2013 Location:Chicago 4K collection:177 Blu-ray collection:455 Trading Score:20	I think the catalogue titles like casino, 2001 and apocalypse now are more exciting than any newer movies. film >

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