Red Cliff (from John Woo) gets 2 Versions on Blu-ray - Page 8 - Blu-ray Forum

wormraper · 03-24-2010, 01:14 AM

Got my U.S. version of the "international version" today. It's the full 288 minute cut with parts 1 and II on seperate discs. and yes it IS 2.35:1 aspect ratio with DTS-HD MA 5.1 Mandarin language tracks with english subtitles (both regular and SDH)

Az986 · 03-24-2010, 01:50 AM

Amazon delivered my International version today.

Weird thing was, it didn't have any shrink wrap, just the little sticker on the top.
The disc's were intact though.

Has that ever happened to anyone else?

Adrock · 03-24-2010, 02:10 AM

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Originally Posted by bsweetness

Has anyone received this from Amazon and it was not sealed in plastic of any sort? I just got mine and while it has the title sicker on top, it's not wrapped.

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Originally Posted by bsweetness

I just noticed on the Amazon page for the International Version it says "Please note: This product may not be shrink wrapped." It didn't say that when I pre-ordered.

Odd. I wonder why that is.

From Posts 128, and 131.

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Originally Posted by Az986

Amazon delivered my International version today.

Weird thing was, it didn't have any shrink wrap, just the little sticker on the top.
The disc's were intact though.

Has that ever happened to anyone else?

It is listed on Amazon's site, not sure why? But yes, it appears they are not shrink wrapped for whatever reason.

doctorD · 03-24-2010, 02:53 AM

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Originally Posted by wormraper

Got my U.S. version of the "international version" today. It's the full 288 minute cut with parts 1 and II on seperate discs. and yes it IS 2.35:1 aspect ratio with DTS-HD MA 5.1 Mandarin language tracks with english subtitles (both regular and SDH)

Wow...so this is definitely the good "full 4+ hour movie then?

Harlock415 · 03-24-2010, 03:03 AM

Cantonese? I'm pretty sure all version of the film are in Mandarin. Even the DVD and Blu-ray releases of it in Hong Kong were all Mandarin tracks

Koda · 03-24-2010, 05:25 AM

I finally saw a trailer for this. My jaw sorta hit the floor and I was all "Oh, so this is what they've all been talking about on the forum." I went ahead and ordered the International Version from Amazon.

wormraper · 03-24-2010, 05:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Harlock415

Cantonese? I'm pretty sure all version of the film are in Mandarin. Even the DVD and Blu-ray releases of it in Hong Kong were all Mandarin tracks

lol, sorry, Mandarin, I mistyped.

QGG · 03-24-2010, 01:41 PM

I'll be watching my copy of the U.S. International Version today. I also purchased from Amazon, but my copy came in a clear wrapper.

aquariuz · 03-24-2010, 04:08 PM

Special Features:
Disc 1:
* The Making of Red Cliff: The Long Road
* Storyboarding of Red Cliff From Script in Screen with John Woo
* HDNet: A Look at Red Cliff

Disc 2
* The Conversation with John Woo
* The Journey of Red Cliff
* Storyboards

jkwest · 03-24-2010, 04:49 PM

hey Deci...any idea when we can expect to see a review up for the "Full" version?

all you guys talking about the aspect ratios..I'm just wondering if its a good movie..

P@t_Mtl · 03-24-2010, 04:55 PM

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Originally Posted by jkwest

hey Deci...any idea when we can expect to see a review up for the "Full" version?

all you guys talking about the aspect ratios..I'm just wondering if its a good movie..

It's a excellent movie

damingraham · 03-25-2010, 06:47 AM

imo its a instant classic., everything is done excellent from casting, to acting to story , to action etc etc

Gannet · 03-25-2010, 11:43 AM

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Originally Posted by damingraham

imo its a instant classic., everything is done excellent from casting, to acting to story , to action etc etc

Uh, there were tons of miscasts. Practically the entire cast.

neilno · 03-25-2010, 12:44 PM

It's available at Best Buy. Make sure to tell cashier that it's $19.99 at BestBuy.com

jmcy2k · 03-25-2010, 01:59 PM

Mine wasn't shrinkwrapped either (from Amazon) ... anyone get an explanation why?

neo78956 · 03-25-2010, 04:26 PM

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Originally Posted by arykmax

I was pretty disappointed to find out that neither Target or Best Buy had any copies today. I haven't tried Wal-Mart yet but I would assume if those two don't have it in my area, Wal-Mart won't either.

Best Buy has the US version, but not the International Version. I personally bought both, as they almost play out like different films. I go back and forth on which I like better. Sometimes, the US version almost feels like it flows a little better, but I usually come back to reality and enjoy the International version more. But if you want to watch just one film, and haven't seen the film yet, I'd personally rent or buy the less expensive US version first, as it's shorter and probably better suited for those who can't really sit down to watch both films.

P.S. if only these had gotten a Criterion release ala Che. *drools*

Deciazulado · 03-25-2010, 04:50 PM

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Originally Posted by jkwest

hey Deci...any idea when we can expect to see a review up for the "Full" version?

all you guys talking about the aspect ratios..I'm just wondering if its a good movie..

The reviewer only got the short version screener, so he is getting the long edition today so it'll be up asap

jkwest · 03-25-2010, 05:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Deciazulado

The reviewer only got the short version screener, so he is getting the long edition today so it'll be up asap

great to hear! thanks a ton!

Old Bones · 03-25-2010, 05:40 PM

I know price is a big consideration for a lot of people (me too) , but I don't regret having the Hong Kong 288 minute version.
It's refrence material all the way , with 7.1 audio in all 3 codecs

ArmyOfDarknessAW · 03-25-2010, 05:44 PM

I want to see this but i am not exactly a fast reader and i don't want to miss the movie so does this movie have lots of talking or is it like Hero(not to much i was able to keep up). I know this is a stupid question but i don't want to have to keep rewinding to catch things i missed.

03-24-2010, 01:14 AM	#141
wormraper Blu-ray Archduke Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Tucson Arizona 4K collection:961 Blu-ray collection:5289 Blu-ray reviews:2 Trading Score:571	Got my U.S. version of the "international version" today. It's the full 288 minute cut with parts 1 and II on seperate discs. and yes it IS 2.35:1 aspect ratio with DTS-HD MA 5.1 Mandarin language tracks with english subtitles (both regular and SDH) Last edited by Deciazulado; 03-24-2010 at 11:54 PM. Reason: oh Mandy

03-24-2010, 01:41 PM	#148
QGG Junior Member Member since:Feb 2010 Location:San Antonio, Texas Blu-ray collection:78	I'll be watching my copy of the U.S. International Version today. I also purchased from Amazon, but my copy came in a clear wrapper. Last edited by QGG; 03-24-2010 at 01:49 PM.

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03-24-2010, 01:50 AM	#142
Az986 Active Member Member since:Feb 2010 Location:Maryland 4K collection:4 Blu-ray collection:716	Amazon delivered my International version today. Weird thing was, it didn't have any shrink wrap, just the little sticker on the top. The disc's were intact though. Has that ever happened to anyone else?

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Harlock415 Blu-ray Guru Top contributor Member since:Jun 2009 Location:San Francisco 4K collection:811 Blu-ray collection:4698 DVD collection:533	Cantonese? I'm pretty sure all version of the film are in Mandarin. Even the DVD and Blu-ray releases of it in Hong Kong were all Mandarin tracks

03-24-2010, 05:25 AM	#146
Koda Active Member Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Jan 2010 Home Theater Gallery:9 4K collection:314 Blu-ray collection:1508 DVD collection:25 Trading Score:44	I finally saw a trailer for this. My jaw sorta hit the floor and I was all "Oh, so this is what they've all been talking about on the forum." I went ahead and ordered the International Version from Amazon.

03-24-2010, 04:08 PM	#149
aquariuz Member Member since:Oct 2009	Special Features: Disc 1: * The Making of Red Cliff: The Long Road * Storyboarding of Red Cliff From Script in Screen with John Woo * HDNet: A Look at Red Cliff Disc 2 * The Conversation with John Woo * The Journey of Red Cliff * Storyboards

03-24-2010, 04:49 PM	#150
jkwest Off-Topic King Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Northern California PSN Id: jkwest5 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:20	hey Deci...any idea when we can expect to see a review up for the "Full" version? all you guys talking about the aspect ratios..I'm just wondering if its a good movie..

03-25-2010, 06:47 AM	#152
damingraham Member Member since:Feb 2010 4K collection:1 Blu-ray collection:399	imo its a instant classic., everything is done excellent from casting, to acting to story , to action etc etc

03-25-2010, 12:44 PM	#154
neilno Active Member Member since:Oct 2008 Location:we the northern VA 4K collection:75 Blu-ray collection:1293 Trading Score:22	It's available at Best Buy. Make sure to tell cashier that it's $19.99 at BestBuy.com

03-25-2010, 01:59 PM	#155
jmcy2k Active Member Member since:Jun 2007	Mine wasn't shrinkwrapped either (from Amazon) ... anyone get an explanation why?

03-25-2010, 05:40 PM	#159
Old Bones Power Member Member since:Jun 2008 Location:Port Coquitlam B.C. Canada Blu-ray reviews:8 Trading Score:1	I know price is a big consideration for a lot of people (me too) , but I don't regret having the Hong Kong 288 minute version. It's refrence material all the way , with 7.1 audio in all 3 codecs

03-25-2010, 05:44 PM	#160
ArmyOfDarknessAW Blu-ray Knight Member since:Jan 2010 Location:Moosic, PA Home Theater Gallery:21 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:64	I want to see this but i am not exactly a fast reader and i don't want to miss the movie so does this movie have lots of talking or is it like Hero(not to much i was able to keep up). I know this is a stupid question but i don't want to have to keep rewinding to catch things i missed.

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