Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978) - Blu-ray Forum

Arkadin · 09-24-2010, 01:33 AM

under the forum tab of this title's details page there is nothing, so I don't know if there is a hidden thread for this release or not.
anyway, watched this bd tonight, and wow, it looks VERY impressive.
I mean I was absolutely floored at how good this blu-ray looks overall, and though the dvd--which I have--is not bad, this blu-ray provides a noticeable and significant improvement in all areas.
It provides an excellent representation of the source material, which not surprisingly looks exactly like you think it would--somewhat soft and drab, with an abundance of extremely dark scenes.
The thing is, this blu-ray transfer really shows great clarity, and handles these
many dark scenes much better than you would ever expect.
I would actually say with no hesitation this is one of the best looking blu-rays of a 70's film I have seen.
Also, the few daylight scenes look nothing short of phenomenal imo.
plus, the DTS-MA soundtrack is fantastic, with the many atmospheric sounds effects sounding as clear as ever.
In short, anyone who loves this cult classic will be thrilled with MGM's effort imo.
It is a real winner.

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Invasion of the Body Snatchers Blu-ray Review

Jimbo976 · 09-24-2010, 01:42 AM

This was one of my favorite movies when I was a kid. I didn't realize it was out until just now and I just ordered it.

Thanks for the tip!

AKORIS · 09-24-2010, 01:58 AM

this remake, along with THE THING and THE FLY are the greatest remakes ever of a classic genre film--

just got my blu in the mail today-- looking forward to watching!!

Blu Titan · 09-24-2010, 02:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Arkadin

under the forum tab of this title's details page there is nothing, so I don't know if there is a hidden thread for this release or not.
anyway, watched this bd tonight, and wow, it looks VERY impressive.
I mean I was absolutely floored at how good this blu-ray looks overall, and though the dvd--which I have--is not bad, this blu-ray provides a noticeable and significant improvement in all areas.
It provides an excellent representation of the source material, which not surprisingly looks exactly like you think it would--somewhat soft and drab, with an abundance of extremely dark scenes.
The thing is, this blu-ray transfer really shows great clarity, and handles these
many dark scenes much better than you would ever expect.
I would actually say with no hesitation this is one of the best looking blu-rays of a 70's film I have seen.
Also, the few daylight scenes look nothing short of phenomenal imo.
plus, the DTS-MA soundtrack is fantastic, with the many atmospheric sounds effects sounding as clear as ever.
In short, anyone who loves this cult classic will be thrilled with MGM's effort imo.
It is a real winner.

Great to read the positive feedback. I am a huge fan of this movie, and just got it today from Amazon

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deadhatetheliving · 09-24-2010, 02:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AKORIS

this remake, along with THE THING and THE FLY are the greatest remakes ever of a classic genre film--

just got my blu in the mail today-- looking forward to watching!!

What no love for 'Body Snatchers'?

Arkadin · 09-24-2010, 02:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blu Titan

Great to read the positive feedback. I am a huge fan of this movie, and just got it today from Amazon

.

You won't be disappointed!
It is really a shockingly good blu-ray in every way.

PowellPressburger · 09-24-2010, 02:43 AM

I wanted to start a thread for the title but I kept putting my thoughts about it under the MGM thread for those horror releases from that release date. So I love this thread

I think the transfer is really good. Yes there are print issues here and there but it is true to the negative.

PowellPressburger · 09-24-2010, 02:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Arkadin

You won't be disappointed!
It is really a shockingly good blu-ray in every way.

True, this is a movie I wish I could see again forth first time. Love the score an the atmosphere.

dougotte · 09-24-2010, 05:00 PM

My sister and I saw it in the theatre for its original release. The ending was a real shocker.

I received the BD, but haven't gotten around to watching it yet.

A review I read somewhere called it a sequel, and I laughed at first. However, after thinking a bit more, I can see how it could be considered a sequel, if the intended ending to the original had been kept. Before the studio demanded that Siegel tack on a "happy ending" implying that society would band together to repel the invaders, the first ending only showed McCarthy's character running in traffic and screaming.

Now, in the '78 version, we find McCarthy's character running and screaming in SF. We could imagine that the '78 version is a continuation of the original version.

Doug

bboisvert · 09-24-2010, 05:51 PM

I watched this one a couple of nights ago... *great* movie and *great* BD.

eddievanhalen · 09-24-2010, 09:12 PM

I still have to receive my copy from amazon (USA, I live in Spain and have a region A BD player), my question is, does it come with a standard BD case?

Crimson King · 09-24-2010, 09:14 PM

As a tribute to the late Kevin McCarthy, we need the original on blu too!

Arkadin · 09-24-2010, 09:58 PM

yes it is a standard elite eco double case with places for both the blu-ray and the dvd.

Banned User · 09-24-2010, 10:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Arkadin

yes it is a standard elite eco double case with places for both the blu-ray and the dvd.

ughh ECO !

I always replace the ECO cases and then throw them away. How exactly are ECO cases saving the earth again?

Arkadin · 09-24-2010, 10:23 PM

unfortunately just about every major studio has embraced eco cases at this point I believe.
Universal may still be holding out--not sure.
I hate them with a passion, and also replace them immediately with "real" cases.

csdot · 09-24-2010, 10:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BillyJack

As a tribute to the late Kevin McCarthy, we need the original on blu too!

hes in the remake too!!

but yeah, its a shame he passed away. the day i heard about it i watched UHF in his honor

Alkaline · 09-24-2010, 11:18 PM

Got this in the mail today, can't wait to see it again. The 2007 dvd already looked pretty nice, so as per the reviews I've read the BD should be a solid upgrade of an already strong transfer. It's asinine that mgm saw fit to include the ancient non-anamorphic flipper dvd though (btw--they had that many copies of that damn thing still just lying around? ..Really?). Luckily I had the 2007 disc still on hand and it includes the commentary, so I swapped that one for the old edition inside the blu case.

EManT2200 · 09-25-2010, 12:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BillyJack

As a tribute to the late Kevin McCarthy, we need the original on blu too!

I have no interest in the remake of this flick, but, you are correct, it would be great to see the ORIGINAL on blu-ray. It would most certainly be a day 1 purchase for me ! ! !

Adam_ME · 09-25-2010, 02:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by csdot

hes in the remake too!!

but yeah, its a shame he passed away. the day i heard about it i watched UHF in his honor

What?! No Innerspace?

Atreyu · 09-25-2010, 02:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BillyJack

As a tribute to the late Kevin McCarthy, we need the original on blu too!

Yes. I love the original

09-24-2010, 01:33 AM	#1
Arkadin Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Mar 2007 Location:...somewhere in Sweden Blu-ray collection:- Blu-ray reviews: 1 Trading Score:9	Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978) under the forum tab of this title's details page there is nothing, so I don't know if there is a hidden thread for this release or not. anyway, watched this bd tonight, and wow, it looks VERY impressive. I mean I was absolutely floored at how good this blu-ray looks overall, and though the dvd--which I have--is not bad, this blu-ray provides a noticeable and significant improvement in all areas. It provides an excellent representation of the source material, which not surprisingly looks exactly like you think it would--somewhat soft and drab, with an abundance of extremely dark scenes. The thing is, this blu-ray transfer really shows great clarity, and handles these many dark scenes much better than you would ever expect. I would actually say with no hesitation this is one of the best looking blu-rays of a 70's film I have seen. Also, the few daylight scenes look nothing short of phenomenal imo. plus, the DTS-MA soundtrack is fantastic, with the many atmospheric sounds effects sounding as clear as ever. In short, anyone who loves this cult classic will be thrilled with MGM's effort imo. It is a real winner. invasion.jpg Invasion of the Body Snatchers Blu-ray Review Last edited by Blu Titan; 09-25-2010 at 02:59 AM. Reason: Added cover photo and link to review.

09-24-2010, 11:18 PM	#17
Alkaline Banned Member since:Aug 2009 Location:FL Trading Score:1	Got this in the mail today, can't wait to see it again. The 2007 dvd already looked pretty nice, so as per the reviews I've read the BD should be a solid upgrade of an already strong transfer. It's asinine that mgm saw fit to include the ancient non-anamorphic flipper dvd though (btw--they had that many copies of that damn thing still just lying around? ..Really?). Luckily I had the 2007 disc still on hand and it includes the commentary, so I swapped that one for the old edition inside the blu case. Last edited by Alkaline; 09-24-2010 at 11:21 PM.

09-24-2010, 01:42 AM	#2
Jimbo976 Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Canada Home Theater Gallery:3 Blu-ray collection:209 Blu-ray reviews: 1 Trading Score:1	This was one of my favorite movies when I was a kid. I didn't realize it was out until just now and I just ordered it. Thanks for the tip!

09-24-2010, 01:58 AM	#3
AKORIS Blu-ray Prince Member since:Jul 2008 Location:Beautiful Pacific Northwest 4K collection:662 Blu-ray collection:3655 Blu-ray reviews:19	this remake, along with THE THING and THE FLY are the greatest remakes ever of a classic genre film-- just got my blu in the mail today-- looking forward to watching!!

09-24-2010, 02:43 AM	#7
PowellPressburger Blu-ray Count Top contributor Member since:Aug 2007 Location:DIFFERENT PLACES! Minneapolis 4K collection:999 Blu-ray collection:3681 DVD collection:359 Blu-ray reviews: 51 Trading Score:297	I wanted to start a thread for the title but I kept putting my thoughts about it under the MGM thread for those horror releases from that release date. So I love this thread I think the transfer is really good. Yes there are print issues here and there but it is true to the negative.

09-24-2010, 05:00 PM	#9
dougotte Expert Member Member since:Jul 2009 Blu-ray collection:181	My sister and I saw it in the theatre for its original release. The ending was a real shocker. I received the BD, but haven't gotten around to watching it yet. A review I read somewhere called it a sequel, and I laughed at first. However, after thinking a bit more, I can see how it could be considered a sequel, if the intended ending to the original had been kept. Before the studio demanded that Siegel tack on a "happy ending" implying that society would band together to repel the invaders, the first ending only showed McCarthy's character running in traffic and screaming. Now, in the '78 version, we find McCarthy's character running and screaming in SF. We could imagine that the '78 version is a continuation of the original version. Doug

09-24-2010, 05:51 PM	#10
bboisvert Blu-ray Guru Top contributor Member since:Dec 2009 Blu-ray collection:1368 DVD collection:10 Trading Score:5	I watched this one a couple of nights ago... great movie and great BD.

09-24-2010, 09:12 PM	#11
eddievanhalen Blu-ray Guru Member since:Mar 2008 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:9	I still have to receive my copy from amazon (USA, I live in Spain and have a region A BD player), my question is, does it come with a standard BD case?

09-24-2010, 09:14 PM	#12
Crimson King Blu-ray Prince Member since:Oct 2009 Blu-ray reviews: 19 Trading Score:684	As a tribute to the late Kevin McCarthy, we need the original on blu too!

09-24-2010, 09:58 PM	#13
Arkadin Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Mar 2007 Location:...somewhere in Sweden Blu-ray collection:- Blu-ray reviews: 1 Trading Score:9	yes it is a standard elite eco double case with places for both the blu-ray and the dvd.

09-24-2010, 10:23 PM	#15
Arkadin Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Mar 2007 Location:...somewhere in Sweden Blu-ray collection:- Blu-ray reviews: 1 Trading Score:9	unfortunately just about every major studio has embraced eco cases at this point I believe. Universal may still be holding out--not sure. I hate them with a passion, and also replace them immediately with "real" cases.

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