Arrow Video / Arrow Academy USA Discussion Thread - Page 13 - Blu-ray Forum

salad · 10-18-2014, 03:03 PM

I wouldn't be surprised to see 'Spider Baby' and/or 'Pit Stop' amongst the first few waves of releases so one might consider holding off on importing the UK release if you are considering contributing to the Indiegogo campaign. However, both disks are very worthwhile and may be available more cheaply now than any eventual speculative NA re-release.

Arrow will presumably need to fill gaps in their 2015 schedule where NA rights are not available (off the top of my head: four Corman Poes, 'Thief', etc.) I have no if they can release those Hill movies in North America, though.

Jobla · 10-18-2014, 05:05 PM

Isn't PIT STOP with Kino, Scorpion, or Cod Red?

Blu2u · 10-18-2014, 05:23 PM

Pit Stop is with Code Red via the Corman deal.

NoirFan · 10-18-2014, 06:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Blu2u

Pit Stop is with Code Red via the Corman deal.

Then everyone should go ahead and order the Arrow - half the price of a potential CR disc, likely exclusive extras (Bill doesn't play well with others), and no insanity/unpredictability/lack of stock.

the blob · 10-18-2014, 06:48 PM

When the CR release was mentioned on Facebook, Jack Hill replied saying he had worldwide rights and Corman couldn't sell it. No way I could find it again or whether that post is even still there but who knows what the outcome is but it'll be interesting if Bill still releases it seeing as he's always complaining about bootlegs.

Either way, from that it sounds doubtful that Bill/Corman would have access to the new transfer

EDIT: Surprised it was still there..

Kriztoffer Swank · 10-18-2014, 07:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Undeadcow

It'd be nice to see Arrow bring Spider Baby in high definition to region A.

FWIW, the UK disc has a workaround where you press the Top Menu button on the region restriction screen and it'll take you to the menu. Works on my PS3.

MifuneFan · 10-18-2014, 07:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Kriztoffer Swank

FWIW, the UK disc has a workaround where you press the Top Menu button on the region restriction screen and it'll take you to the menu. Works on my PS3.

Super cheap at Zavvi.com too

ScorpionReleasing · 10-18-2014, 10:17 PM

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Originally Posted by the blob

When the CR release was mentioned on Facebook, Jack Hill replied saying he had worldwide rights and Corman couldn't sell it. No way I could find it again or whether that post is even still there but who knows what the outcome is but it'll be interesting if Bill still releases it seeing as he's always complaining about bootlegs.

Either way, from that it sounds doubtful that Bill/Corman would have access to the new transfer

EDIT: Surprised it was still there..

I do business with Corman all the time, and have access do his film elements, and I can tell you, Roger Corman has the original camera negatives for PIT STOP and not some beat up print. You can ask their camp. I passed on this title from their library because I had a feeling there was bitterness between the two parties, so despite Roger having the negatives, I didnt think it would have been a release that would have enough "extras" and probably something like this would come out of it. .

Blu2u · 10-18-2014, 11:00 PM

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Originally Posted by ScorpionReleasing

I do business with Corman all the time, and have access do his film elements, and I can tell you, Roger Corman has the original camera negatives for PIT STOP and not some beat up print. You can ask their camp. I passed on this title from their library because I had a feeling there was bitterness between the two parties, so despite Roger having the negatives, I didnt think it would have been a release that would have enough "extras" and probably something like this would come out of it. .

I remember your brother putting down the restoration saying he had access to the original negative. Something Arrow did not have. So, theoretically it should look better being a generation closer. I love Spider Baby, but I found Pit Stop a bore.

Shane665 · 10-19-2014, 02:25 PM

Not sure if this has been asked, but will the Arrow (US) be doing steelbooks?

NoirFan · 10-19-2014, 02:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Shane665

Not sure if this has been asked, but will the Arrow (US) be doing steelbooks?

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Originally Posted by Indiegogo

Will you release SteelBooks in the US like you do in the UK?

Yes our intention would be to have SteelBooks in the US and UK where one is manufactured for a particular release. Please keep an eye on our website for details!

Gold List members receive all editions of a particular film as well - steelbook and regular.

Shane665 · 10-19-2014, 03:27 PM

I just giggled like a little school girl!

Omonolith · 10-20-2014, 03:01 AM

Slow weekend for the campaign - other than another 3 year gold disk.

Maybe there will be some further announcements this week that will help bump the total over 80k.

Spire · 10-20-2014, 04:01 AM

*shrug* still got 6 weeks left. Seems doable to me.

fudgeismade · 10-20-2014, 12:08 PM

I've been dying for someone to release on blu those NoShame giallo titles that have been out of print on DVD for some time. If Blue Underground won't do it, I'd have my hopes highest for Arrow US.

NoirFan · 10-20-2014, 12:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Spire

*shrug* still got 6 weeks left. Seems doable to me.

Although they will need to sell at least 10 more $1500 options.

slasherdisc · 10-20-2014, 03:11 PM

I really really want The Burbs! I don't own a region free player or am planning to but i'm hoping i'll be able to view the ARROW release on my region A player at some point if it becomes available in the US.

Omonolith · 10-20-2014, 05:47 PM

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Originally Posted by NoirFan

Although they will need to sell at least 10 more $1500 options.

Exactly. They are a little over 28k away. That is a lot of $65/$100/$175 buyers. They are going to need some more people to choose the 3 year option.

I'd like to see them blow by the 100k just to increase the frequency of releases.

The $1500/3 year plan is still a great deal. $42 a month for at least 2-3 releases + box sets + duplicates when released with special packaging.

NoirFan · 10-20-2014, 06:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Omonolith

The $1500/3 year plan is still a great deal. $42 a month for at least 2-3 releases + box sets + duplicates when released with special packaging.

I really thought we'd see a run on those once the initial few were bought.

Omonolith · 10-20-2014, 06:40 PM

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Originally Posted by NoirFan

I really thought we'd see a run on those once the initial few were bought.

Me too. As someone pointed out earlier in this thread, 20 people accounted for 50k of the 72k so far. I would *think* that most of the diehards have already gotten in on supporting the campaign.

I figured that by the end of the campaign we would know their 10 upcoming releases. I thought they would announce 1 every week or something and after each announcement - you would get a sizable bump. Right now, we only know 4 of the 10.

I'm biased - of course - because I got in on the 10 year plan and want to maximize my investment.

10-18-2014, 06:48 PM	#245
the blob Power Member Top contributor Member since:Dec 2009 Blu-ray collection:- DVD collection:- Trading Score:1	When the CR release was mentioned on Facebook, Jack Hill replied saying he had worldwide rights and Corman couldn't sell it. No way I could find it again or whether that post is even still there but who knows what the outcome is but it'll be interesting if Bill still releases it seeing as he's always complaining about bootlegs. Either way, from that it sounds doubtful that Bill/Corman would have access to the new transfer EDIT: Surprised it was still there.. Last edited by the blob; 10-18-2014 at 07:26 PM.

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10-18-2014, 03:03 PM	#241
salad Active Member Top contributor Member since:Oct 2010 4K collection:242 Blu-ray collection:6711 DVD collection:1610 Trading Score:1	I wouldn't be surprised to see 'Spider Baby' and/or 'Pit Stop' amongst the first few waves of releases so one might consider holding off on importing the UK release if you are considering contributing to the Indiegogo campaign. However, both disks are very worthwhile and may be available more cheaply now than any eventual speculative NA re-release. Arrow will presumably need to fill gaps in their 2015 schedule where NA rights are not available (off the top of my head: four Corman Poes, 'Thief', etc.) I have no if they can release those Hill movies in North America, though.

10-18-2014, 05:05 PM	#242
Jobla Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Mar 2013 Location:Boulevard of Broken Dreams	Isn't PIT STOP with Kino, Scorpion, or Cod Red?

10-18-2014, 05:23 PM	#243
Blu2u Power Member Member since:Jan 2012 Trading Score:218	Pit Stop is with Code Red via the Corman deal.

10-19-2014, 02:25 PM	#250
Shane665 Active Member Member since:Apr 2012 Location:Kansas 4K collection:383 Blu-ray collection:4355 DVD collection:247 iTunes collection:1	Not sure if this has been asked, but will the Arrow (US) be doing steelbooks?

10-19-2014, 03:27 PM	#252
Shane665 Active Member Member since:Apr 2012 Location:Kansas 4K collection:383 Blu-ray collection:4355 DVD collection:247 iTunes collection:1	I just giggled like a little school girl!

10-20-2014, 03:01 AM	#253
Omonolith Member Member since:Jul 2012 Location:USA	Slow weekend for the campaign - other than another 3 year gold disk. Maybe there will be some further announcements this week that will help bump the total over 80k.

10-20-2014, 04:01 AM	#254
Spire Expert Member Member since:Aug 2011 4K collection:22 Blu-ray collection:630 DVD collection:33 Trading Score:1	shrug still got 6 weeks left. Seems doable to me.

10-20-2014, 12:08 PM	#255
fudgeismade Member Member since:Jun 2011 4K collection:19 Blu-ray collection:399 DVD collection:234	I've been dying for someone to release on blu those NoShame giallo titles that have been out of print on DVD for some time. If Blue Underground won't do it, I'd have my hopes highest for Arrow US.

10-20-2014, 03:11 PM	#257
slasherdisc Blu-ray Samurai Top contributor Member since:Apr 2011 4K collection:107 Blu-ray collection:494 Trading Score:69	I really really want The Burbs! I don't own a region free player or am planning to but i'm hoping i'll be able to view the ARROW release on my region A player at some point if it becomes available in the US.

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