Both formats can coexist...

[Kristin Simard]

Originally Posted by Rob71

Has everyone forgotten about this article.

http://business.timesonline.co.uk/to...cle2362436.ece


The increasingly dirty technology war being fought for dominance of “next generation” DVDs took another twist today when one of China’s largest film distribution groups said it would back Blu-Ray – the technology built by Sony and Philips.

China Film Group’s decision comes as the Blu-Ray Disc Association – a consortium of over 170 content and hardware producers – is reeling from the defection of Paramount Pictures and DreamWorks Animation two weeks ago.

China Film Group, in addition to producing movies like Kung Fu Hustle and a range of popular film and TV series for its domestic market plays a central role in the distribution of foreign films in China, acting as a de-facto regulator.

Thanks, actually, I had not seen that

[tron3]

Originally Posted by Kristin Simard

Exactly! India and China represent more a long-term market (with the growing upper-middle classes) than a current buyer market. But remember Bollywood!

No, I'm not too worried:

"Look India, China, SE Asia, cool new HD DVD!"
"Is that what you use in America and Europe?"
"Well, er..."

Well, if they are coming out of poverty and more middle class, that is ok. I forgot about Bollywood. They make more movies than anyone else. They would give blu-ray a HUGE shot in both arms.