The Official IMPRINT Thread (Aussie Boutique Label)

[StarDestroyer52]

Originally Posted by jonali

Lack of subtitles is indeed a dealbreaker. Those Paramount classics will in all likelihood come from other labels rather soon (e.g. Shout/Scream). No premium line should skip on the subs.

It's no guarantee that the titles will come out here in the States with Paramount. Probably a decent chance War of the Worlds could come from Scream but so far all the Paramount titles have been limited to the Scream line and no other boutique label was able to get a deal with Paramount. Kino was hopeful of a deal, but it didn't come to fruition. Paramount seems to be more open to licensing in continental Europe(Germany especially) and Down Under in Australia than it does in the US and UK. My preference is for subs, but with the Paramount titles fans may have to take what comes given Paramount's unwillingness to license out to boutiques and the troubling trend of BD-R releases in the US.

[Flash3000]

Originally Posted by Flash3000

That's ok I guess you never will, but I'm sure you'll get over it. I thought this was a film enthusiast site. I collect films not packaging.

I was wrong. you won't get over it. It IS just packaging. Nothing more. The sleeve is exactly the same as the slipcover.
Anyways, ill let you go because I can hear your mother telling you to come upstairs because it's dinner time.

[starkrogersthor91]

Originally Posted by Flash3000

I was wrong. you won't get over it. It IS just packaging. Nothing more. The sleeve is exactly the same as the slipcover.
Anyways, ill let you go because I can hear your mother telling you to come upstairs because it's dinner time.

Lol, yet you’re the one getting snarky with people simply for appreciating something you don’t. You don’t like it, that’s fine — but at least show people with a different opinion some decency and respect instead of talking down to them, condescending them and otherwise acting like a jerk.
Nah it’s ok mate, just finished my lovely dinner cooked by my wife

[Flash3000]

Originally Posted by starkrogersthor91

To call it mere “packaging” is stubborn, ignorant and condescending

You're right I apologize I'm condescending and snarky

[Flash3000]

Originally Posted by starkrogersthor91

but at least show people with a different opinion some decency and respect instead of talking down to them, condescending them and otherwise acting like a jerk.

I'm sorry I don't like slipcovers. Sorry for having a different opinion and expecting decency and respect.

your comments show nothing but decency and respect. you've said nothing but nice things to me nothing condescending and nothing disrespectful so you are right by calling me out and calling me condescending and disrespectful. you are a legend bro.
Thanks brother. Any other comments you want to make please make it a PM.
There's nothing more than I hate than other members arguing and clogging up a thread through their ego wanting everyone else to see whethet they win or lose. If you want to take it further p.m. me and keep it out of the threads.

[starkrogersthor91]

Originally Posted by Flash3000

I'm sorry I don't like slipcovers. Sorry for having a different opinion and expecting decency and respect.

your comments show nothing but decency and respect. you've said nothing but nice things to me nothing condescending and nothing disrespectful so you are right by calling me out and calling me condescending and disrespectful. you are a legend bro.
Thanks brother. Any other comments you want to make please make it a PM.
There's nothing more than I hate than other members arguing and clogging up a thread through their ego wanting everyone else to see whethet they win or lose. If you want to take it further p.m. me and keep it out of the threads.

Don't apologize for having a different opinion - no one should have to - just gotta show eachother the mutual respect we all respect and deserve.
Respect the apology - I got nothing else to say. Water under the bridge

[jayembee]

Originally Posted by Flash3000

I don't care about the numbering or the slipcover I'm just glad that I'm getting the movie (I know right, how weird am I, whilst I love original artwork and a great cover it's no biggie for me if I don't get it, I'm actually more interested in the movie than the slipcover and the numbering... I'm a freak) Call me weird but I actually collect for watching great films in the best possible way regardless whether it has a bloody slipcover or number on the spine.

I think the problem that people are having with this comment is that it suggests that people who are scarfing this titles are only grabbing them for the slipcases and numbered spines, and don't give a shit about the movies themselves.

Of the five that have been announced, I'm generally ambivalent about The Duellists, but the other four are films that I really, really want for the films themselves.

I don't feel the least bit hesitant to admit that I am a Collector, and the spine numbers and slipcases are a plus for me, but (with very few exceptions, and with more of a "oh, what the hell" than a "have to have it") I don't buy Limited Edition white-tie-and-tails releases if they are of films I'm not interested in.

[jayembee]

Originally Posted by hariseldon

I guess we'll know for sure in a few days if those PreAuth turn to posted charge, but I think ViaVision normally charges at time of order

I can say that, as of today, it changed from a pending charge to an actual charge. For me, anyways.

[hariseldon]

Originally Posted by jayembee

I can say that, as of today, it changed from a pending charge to an actual charge. For me, anyways.

That has been VV std practice in the past and expected, but there was some hope since this is so far out

[jayembee]

True enough. I was just confirming it, in case people were still wondering.

[Gorgon]

Just placed an order for this new bundle of 5 ($150AUD), no problem at all, paid via Paypal and delivery is to Canada.

Pricey delivery? Well, in comparison to some countries I've imported from including the USA, not really ($45AUD).

ymmv

[Gorgon]

Just thought I'd mention, many of you have probably seen their mention of a forthcoming DVD for The Keep while visiting their site.

I've had an Aussie dvd of this for some time and it's the exact same cover, so I don't get the impression they've done anything new with it.
The release I have, has junk PQ but I was notably impressed with the AQ.
Most of us know the reason this title is in limbo and what it will take to get a Blu.
That's sad...

I'll check later to see who released the dvd I have and get back to ya.

[Cultsickness]

I'm so excited about this label and have pre-ordered all 5 films. I can't wait to see what each months brings and how many movies we will get. Fingers crossed those dirty ratings logos are not seen on the slipcover.

[Auss1e]

I've pre-ordered War of the Worlds and Sorry Wrong Number from Amazon AU for $34 each. I'll probably just pick and choose the movies I want from this label. Not sure if my Amazon pre-ordered are for these special slipcase editions but they're labeled as "Special Edition" on Amazon so we'll have to see!

[starkrogersthor91]

Originally Posted by Auss1e

I've pre-ordered War of the Worlds and Sorry Wrong Number from Amazon AU for $34 each. I'll probably just pick and choose the movies I want from this label. Not sure if my Amazon pre-ordered are for these special slipcase editions but they're labeled as "Special Edition" on Amazon so we'll have to see!

I’m sure They will be. As with any boutique label, retailers will sell the Limited Editions until stock is depleted. Then the distributor will release the standard editions. Very unlikely they’ll be released side by side — nothing has indicated this would be the case thus far.

[kuzronk]

Originally Posted by Gorgon

Just thought I'd mention, many of you have probably seen their mention of a forthcoming DVD for The Keep while visiting their site.

I've had an Aussie dvd of this for some time and it's the exact same cover, so I don't get the impression they've done anything new with it.
The release I have, has junk PQ but I was notably impressed with the AQ.
Most of us know the reason this title is in limbo and what it will take to get a Blu.
That's sad...

I'll check later to see who released the dvd I have and get back to ya.

Late reply but you bought a bootleg, the legit DVD is the laser disc edition not the VHS.

[AzorroGMX]

For those interested, JB has just put the pre-orders for all five titles on their website. All are priced at around $30 AUD each (interestingly Waterloo is at $35 AUD). Might be a good get for anybody wanting to purchase from internationally, instead of paying the huge price directly from Viavision.

[hariseldon]

Not terribly helpful through JB, but at least it's a starting point. Nice prices relative to the other sites, but $45 Shipping to the US

All 5 titles -- $200 AUD shipped to the US. GST refunds after it ships IF you contact them and request so probably closer to $180-185AUD, but I've never figured out JB GST refund numbers -- sometimes it's 8%, sometimes it's been close to 15%. I know AUS GST is 10%, but JB apparently seems to use some base that isn't clear.

Sanity has higher prices on the titles, but $25 shipping, deducts VAT at order, and has a 10% off code. Around 180AUD and shipping time (7-8 days) is usually half of JB deliveries (10-22 days)

Both still better than VV direct ($200 shipped) even with the bundle discount.

I find it somewhat humorous:
4 titles 30ea at JB, Waterloo is 35
Sanity has 4 titles at 37ea, but I Married a Monster is 43
All 5 title $35 at VV

[KJones77]

Anyone know if we should be looking for announcements this month or if Imprint is delaying things right now? Haven't seen anything either way on their social pages.

[koberulz]

Were monthly announcements even the plan?