Waiting for snap case-versions of current BR's?

[mpm74]

This is going to sound weird, but there are three BR movies I would buy IF they came equipped with standard BR Snap Cases:

- Midnight Express (Digibook)
- Dr. Strangelove (Digibook)
- Goodfellas: Anniversary Edition (Digibook) (lol not anymore!)

I'm sure there are more out there, but these are the ones that come to mind right away. Yeah, I know, it's all about the movie, right? But why can't I get a damn choice? I'm a snob, I admit, but also a hard-working one who wants what I want.

My question is: When do you guys think I will see snap case versions of the Digibook films mentioned above? I know there were some in the past that were, at one time, Digibook only (like, The Matrix), which is why I'm asking.

Any ideas when? Thanks in advance.

[mr. b]

I like the digibooks, but I understand the whole "snob" mentality. I'm sure they will eventually get released in standard blu-ray cases, or as you call it "snap cases," but it might not be until the digibooks have been sitting on the shelves for awhile. The Matrix digibook was released 3/31/09, and if it is now showing up in standard blu-ray cases, then I guess the timeframe you are looking for would be around 9-11 months after the digibook has been released. This is merely a guess, and I would think that it would also depend on how much digibook stock is still on the shelves at that time.

If you really do not want to wait, you could always buy the digibook and swap it out for a standard blu-ray case. There is custom artwork available for just about every digibook release because other peeps like yourself don't want the digibook.

[steve_dave]

Actually, the UK and Australia use "Amaray" keepcases while the US, Canadian, and Hong Kong releases are in "Elite" keepcases.

mpm74,

You can import the Hong Kong releases of both Midnight Express and Dr. Strangelove for the Elite keepcases for the release. They are $25.90 each at DDDHouse.com plus shipping.

I'd recommend checking Amazon UK for a better deal but since it sounds like you have case OCD, you wouldn't like the Amarary cases as they are similar in size to a PS3 game case or the same thickness as a DVD case.

[mpm74]

Thanks for the info, guys.

mr. b: That makes sense. By the way, can I have some links to these sites where I can get custom artwork? And is it good quality (high dpi)? I know it’s as easy as doing a google search, but maybe you can direct me to the best ones.

steve_dave: LOL @ the OCD remark. Actually, I’m more concerned that it’s a keep case at the same height than anything (I have an aussie import of Deer Hunter, and the thickness doesn’t bother me at all). The only things that bother me are digibooks, steelbooks (which is no big deal since we have options for these), and any kind of special non-plastic packaging (some of those Criterions, which I have ordered replacement cases for); this includes that BS that comes any kind of toy prop from the film. On a minor note, those 'save the world' flimsy cases are pretty annoying, but I can deal with those.

[NorCo_1806]

Originally Posted by mpm74

mr. b: That makes sense. By the way, can I have some links to these sites where I can get custom artwork? And is it good quality (high dpi)? I know it’s as easy as doing a google search, but maybe you can direct me to the best ones.

My initials are MRB...so I tend to reply to things like what you said.

Try this link, little known website with custom cover art

[scweb13]

Sorry to nitpick, but the correct term is BD (as in Blu-ray Disc) and not BR.

I like the Digibooks too. But it would be just easier to buy a case and print a cover instead of waiting for it to be released that way? Check out the custom cover thread over at AVS. Lots of great looking stuff. Also, I think the different thickness of the cases are 9,10 and 12mm.

[Pyoko]

I prefer the regular cases to other types of packaging, be it Digibook, Digipak, Steelbook or something else. I bought the UK versions of Dirty Harry, Falling Down and Rome to get regular cases, have pre-ordered the UK Dr. Strangelove (which will hopefully not be a Digibook) and even waited for the UK Steelbook of Crouching Tiger to go out of print so I could get a regular version.

So far I think the only custom packaging I have is the Band of Brothers tin.

[EagleEye]

Originally Posted by steve_dave

Actually, the UK and Australia use "Amaray" keepcases while the US, Canadian, and Hong Kong releases are in "Elite" keepcases.

In Belgium the cases are mixed between Amarays and Elites, although most are the thinner version (Elite). Quite annoying!

[mr. b]

I forget about amaray and elite being different. When I said amaray, I was referring to the standard slim blu-ray cases that are easily obtainable at several different on-line retail establishments. They are so cheap to get, that if I hated digibooks as others do, that I would simply wait for a great price on the movie I want, then I'd spend a few dollars more for a case and a quality custom cover art. I also edited my post above to clarify that I was talking about a standard blu-ray cases.

I am one of those persons, however, that actually likes a little variety in my collection, so I'm a fan of the SteelBooks (huge actually) and digibooks.

There is a large thread on Custom Cover Art here on blu-ray.com.

Check this one out: Custom Cover Art Thread

I'm sure you can find just about all the covers you are looking for there, as well as tips on printing them up. Look around in that thread for a link to a Custom Cover Art Social Group. Bpmford maintains the group, so it will probably be in his posts in his signature.


(edit. I just clicked NorCo_1806's link, and it's the same one I posted, LOL!)

[csdot]

the digibook of goodfellas just came out the standard case has been out for years??

[mr. b]

Originally Posted by csdot

the digibook of goodfellas just came out the standard case has been out for years??

Yeah, it has, but it was hoped that with news of a new digibook release, that they would upgrade the audio and fix a defect that was present in the original release. Theis new digibook release is reportedly going to simply re-issue the original 3 year old one. I'm guessing that is why the OP does not want to bother with getting it this time around.

Here's a link to the news posted here last week on the Goodfellas 20th Anniversary Blu-ray:
Goodfellas 20th Anniversary Blu-ray Recycles 3-Year Old Disc

[Cory Lendon]

"Bonnie and Clyde" snap case was released a week ago.

[Clark Kent]

The digibooks mostly bother me because they are taller than either of the standard Blu-ray case types. Thicker cases from Europe are not so objectionable because they at least conform to the standard in every dimension but thickness. My shelves were built with a small amount of clearance for the regular size, forcing me to segregate the digibooks in my collection to a different shelf because they do not fit.

[mpm74]

I'm guessing that is why the OP does not want to bother with getting it this time around.

Exactly. =)

A lot of great help from everyone in this thread. Thanks again.