High Definition Discussion Thread - Blu-Ray, HDTV, etc...

[Kleptos18]

blonde, brunette, redhead

asian man myself. Wife is Korean :)

[BrewersFan4Life]

Has anyone looked at the Vizio VW22L from Walmart? I decided to pick it up and give it a shot as I'm looking for a 22" LCD tv to use as a bedroom tv and double as a PC monitor. So far, having it hooked up to the PS3 it looks pretty decent, a little better than my larger Vizio.

[Radiation74]

How is NBX?

[JaylisJayP]

Has anyone seen The Fall? It's getting sick blu-ray reviews.

http://www.dvdtalk.com/reviews/34491/fall-the/

[johnnyknoxsvill]

Got my copy of Transformers today from Tower.com!!

[Chugga]

Never seen, heard of, or knew about "The Fall". I might have to look into it now. I wish it came out this coming week though as this coming week is kind of a slow week. Aside from the Marvel movies and Transformers I didn't see anything worth getting.

[JaylisJayP]

Never seen, heard of, or knew about "The Fall". I might have to look into it now. I wish it came out this coming week though as this coming week is kind of a slow week. Aside from the Marvel movies and Transformers I didn't see anything worth getting.

Black Mask?

[PrimeBane]

Got my copy of Transformers today from Tower.com!!

I am awaiting your report on the Blackout scene :D

[cflames89]

I am awaiting your report on the Blackout scene :D

Three more days.............

[johnnyknoxsvill]

I am awaiting your report on the Blackout scene :D

Should be in a little bit. the wife is watching HGTV:rolleyes:

[cflames89]

Should be in a little bit. the wife is watching HGTV:rolleyes:

Sounds like time for a new wife. :D

[grif32]

Looks like Amazon.com is getting rid of their price protection...

Yeah can wait to hear from knoxsvil with his sweet azz receiver and the new BR Transformers.

Hurry the hell up will ya. :)

Also if you still want to get rid of point break on BR lmk or anything else you might have.

[HollandX]

Looks like Amazon.com is getting rid of their price protection...

link?

[JaylisJayP]

link?

it's up all over. i think i saw it at avsforum and blu-ray.com.

[Kleptos18]

Just got done watching The Air I Breathe. Not a bad flick, very wierd.

Brendan Fraser surprised me in the movie. Was a tottally different character for him.

[Kleptos18]

Just got done watching The Air I Breathe. Not a bad flick, very wierd.

Brendan Fraser surprised me in the movie. Was a tottally different character for him.

[JaylisJayP]

Just got done watching The Air I Breathe. Not a bad flick, very wierd.

Brendan Fraser surprised me in the movie. Was a tottally different character for him.

i've been curious about this one....a few reviews called it a poor man's Crash. And considering that I hated Crash....

[Kleptos18]

i've been curious about this one....a few reviews called it a poor man's Crash. And considering that I hated Crash....

yep, i'd agree with that. it's not horrible though.

[johnnyknoxsvill]

Sound is awesome other then the blackout scene. You still don't feel the bass that you did in the theater. Picture is the same as HD-DVD. Id say give it a rent Chris before you double dip

[JaylisJayP]

Watched Gone Baby Gone tonight. Strong movie....good, natural picture quality.

[freezerfuel]

It's been nice having 2 weeks without any movies that I need to get, but all that ends with...

Under Siege 2: Dark Mother****** Territory!!!

DUN DUN DUNNNN :D

[johnnyknoxsvill]

that will be a pick up for me as well even though the movie is pretty cheesy to say the least :D

[JaylisJayP]

i liked that flick...but i'll wait for a PQ/AQ review before taking the plunge.

[PrimeBane]

Sound is awesome other then the blackout scene. You still don't feel the bass that you did in the theater. Picture is the same as HD-DVD. Id say give it a rent Chris before you double dip

Interesting... I wonder if I just need a better sub then?

[johnnyknoxsvill]

I have a pretty awesome sub it just seemed lacking at that moment. no deep bass with the shockwave but everything aftewards was great!

[HollandX]

Interesting... I wonder if I just need a better sub then?

if you pay me enough, i'll come to your house and roar at the appropriate times

[JaylisJayP]

After the Fry's deal....I've developed a taste for more.

BRING ON MORE BLU-RAY DEALS :) :) :)

[NCStateWolfpack33]

playing catch up...got Swordfish, The Devil's Rejects, and The Shining for $14.99

[JaylisJayP]

Watched Nightmare Before Christmas tonight....good picture, not as good as Corpse Bride, but the audio really popped. Had never seen the movie before, either. Lots of fun.

[burngwngs]

NOt sure if this was mentioned but....

Hanc0ck comes out on Blu-ray on November 25.

http://www.highdefdiscnews.com/?p=4344

[grif32]

Watched Drill Bit Taylor.

OMG one of THE funniest movies I have seen in awhile. I havent laughed that hard in awhile.

If you havent seen go get it.

[WingNut 25]

So are we not allowed to post movies we have for sale in here anymore? I have some movies to dump.

[PrimeBane]

Nope :(

Time to dig up the High Def BST thread again... or start one of your own on the BST.

[WingNut 25]

Well, if anyone is interested in these movies, PM me.

HD:
Serenity
Into The Wild
The Mummy
Being John Malcovich
Transformers

Blu Ray:
Enchanted
Invincible
No Country For Old Men
Rambo (newest one)

[burngwngs]

come on man!!! Just post them on the B/S/T boards. Don't mess it up for everyone who enjoys this thread.

[freezerfuel]

Bought and watched Street Kings. Really good movie with an awesome ending without going into details but ehh **** it.... I won't post spoilers but yeah, good movie, worthy of ownage.

[moviemaniac4]

Watched Nightmare Before Christmas tonight....good picture, not as good as Corpse Bride, but the audio really popped. Had never seen the movie before, either. Lots of fun.

I like Nightmare Before Christmas better than Corpse bride.......

[JaylisJayP]

Well, if anyone is interested in these movies, PM me.

HD:
Serenity
Into The Wild
The Mummy
Being John Malcovich
Transformers

Blu Ray:
Enchanted
Invincible
No Country For Old Men
Rambo (newest one)


You can't post anything like this. Please don't do it again. The mod's instructions were quite clear.

[cflames89]

I like Nightmare Before Christmas better than Corpse bride.......

It's scary to think this, but Nightmare Before Christmas is almost at "classic" level now.

[WingNut 25]

Jesus, over react much? I didn't even post prices!

[someguy6000]

You can't post anything like this. Please don't do it again. The mod's instructions were quite clear.
where and when were there instructions?

[JaylisJayP]

Jesus, over react much? I didn't even post prices!

Why chance it?

If I had my way, we'd be able to post all the sales we wanted in this thread, but the guy threatened to move us to the BST board, which would kill this thread altogether.

[JaylisJayP]

where and when were there instructions?

They were a few pages pack, a few days ago. And when he told us this I updated the first post...big and bold, it has said for about a week now:

PLEASE - DO NOT POST ABOUT YOUR OWN MOVIES/GAMES/ETC... FOR SALE.

WE'VE BEEN WARNED BY MODERATORS.

[Kleptos18]

Why chance it?

If I had my way, we'd be able to post all the sales we wanted in this thread, but the guy threatened to move us to the BST board, which would kill this thread altogether.

I don't see how it would kill the thread. Why not just subscribe to the thread, who cares where it is :)

[JaylisJayP]

I don't see how it would kill the thread. Why not just subscribe to the thread, who cares where it is :)

Technically you're right. There was a discussion when this happened, though, and a few people made a valid point that having it there would draw all sorts of unwanted traffic to it and kinda kill the nice "community"-type thing we have going here.

[Kleptos18]

Technically you're right. There was a discussion when this happened, though, and a few people made a valid point that having it there would draw all sorts of unwanted traffic to it and kinda kill the nice "community"-type thing we have going here.

maybe for a couple days, i don't think it would be that bad. I like being able to come in here and see what people have for trade.

It's not a huge deal either way. i don't know why it even matters if noone is complaining about it being in here.

[SBrooks1]

Wing Nut... *sigh*

http://s29.photobucket.com/albums/c279/SBrooks2006/picard.jpg

[JaylisJayP]

maybe for a couple days, i don't think it would be that bad. I like being able to come in here and see what people have for trade.

It's not a huge deal either way. i don't know why it even matters if noone is complaining about it being in here.

According to the mods, it matters.

[Kleptos18]

According to the mods, it matters.

it matters because someone complained. I wanna know why.

[oaktown2000]

I think a bigger deal is being made about being moved to the BST board then needs to be.

Are we going to stop visiting the thread, no.
Are we going to stop posting in the thread, no.
Would we be able to trade and sell our HD Stuff, yes.

It's not a big deal. Tons of boardies are not going to all of the sudden rush in and try to scam us once the thread is moved. To think that the reason that isn't happening now is simply because the thread resides on the "Movie" board is a bit ignorant, isn't it?

[JaylisJayP]

I think a bigger deal is being made about being moved to the BST board then needs to be.

Are we going to stop visiting the thread, no.
Are we going to stop posting in the thread, no.
Would we be able to trade and sell our HD Stuff, yes.

It's not a big deal. Tons of boardies are not going to all of the sudden rush in and try to scam us once the thread is moved. To think that the reason that isn't happening now is simply because the thread resides on the "Movie" board is a bit ignorant, isn't it?

Perhaps. To me, though, the general B/S/T board just doesn't seem like the place for this thread, it's almost all toys and superhero action figures.

But whatever, I'll just go with the flow...whatever the majority of you guys want to do is fine.

[oldboy26]

Just watched the new Dark City director's cut on Blu Ray a few days ago and it was breath taking. The visuals and the characters are just awesome and made me fall in love with the movie all over again. The new added scenes and seconds added on to scenes really makes the movie better and adds little details that bring even more life to the characters. It was so worth the extra $10 for the blu ray over the dvd!

[cflames89]

Wing Nut... *sigh*

http://s29.photobucket.com/albums/c279/SBrooks2006/picard.jpg

Classic win!!!!!!!!!

[Kleptos18]

I think a bigger deal is being made about being moved to the BST board then needs to be.

Are we going to stop visiting the thread, no.
Are we going to stop posting in the thread, no.
Would we be able to trade and sell our HD Stuff, yes.

It's not a big deal. Tons of boardies are not going to all of the sudden rush in and try to scam us once the thread is moved. To think that the reason that isn't happening now is simply because the thread resides on the "Movie" board is a bit ignorant, isn't it?

I think someone *****ing/moaning because someone posted some HD movies in here is the problem. i don't understand the problem with posting some stuff you have for trade in here.

[ToightLikeATiger]

Joe said that he didnt want people just coming in here and posting things for sale. He said he knew who contributes to this thread in more ways and who doesnt. From what I got from his comments those of us that post here and discuss daily can occasionally post items for b/s/t. He just doesnt want everyone under the sun doing it.

[JaylisJayP]

Just watched Behind Enemy Lines...had this one sitting in my collection forever.

I'd say about average PQ, but great AQ....8.5/10 on the audio.

Good movie, a little shallow but strong action.

[someguy6000]

They were a few pages pack, a few days ago. And when he told us this I updated the first post...big and bold, it has said for about a week now:

PLEASE - DO NOT POST ABOUT YOUR OWN MOVIES/GAMES/ETC... FOR SALE.

WE'VE BEEN WARNED BY MODERATORS.
which would have helped me if i went back and read the first post every time i visited this thread.



wingnut is right overreact much so far he's had three people scold him about posting it once would have been enough. i think it's fair to say most of us here are adults and don't need to be repremanded like children

[JaylisJayP]

which would have helped me if i went back and read the first post every time i visited this thread.



wingnut is right overreact much so far he's had three people scold him about posting it once would have been enough. i think it's fair to say most of us here are adults and don't need to be repremanded like children

K, thanks for weighing in. :rolleyes:

In any event, what's with the attitude? You asked where the instructions were. I told you.

[freezerfuel]

Watched Doomsday. It wasn't bad. The first hour was good but it really slowed down when !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!SPOILERS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! the whole medievel thing started up. It was pretty lame. There was a decent fight there but other than that it just slowed down the pace of the movie imo. I think it would have been a better movie without the whole modern medievel thing and just focused on the neo-punk angle. Nice to see the violence factor was pretty high. Reminded me of Escape From New York, as well as Mad Max and 28 Weeks Later. It was decent. 6/10

[Kleptos18]

Watched Hard Candy tonite (dvd :( ) but thought it was an ok movie.

Ellen Page was straight up nuts, but I didn't like that it never really said who she was.

[freezerfuel]

Anyone have any opinions on the Dirty Harry movies, particularly part 1? I'd like to know what kind of PQ it has. Any release I've seen has looked like it was smeared with grease before shown. It's on TV right now and it looks fuggin horrible too, like unwatchable. I know they're older movies so they won't look as good as something that came out yesterday, but does it look good for its age?

[someguy6000]

K, thanks for weighing in. :rolleyes:

In any event, what's with the attitude? You asked where the instructions were. I told you.
i don't have an attitude. you just made it sound like it was common knowledge when it obviously wasn't.

[johnnyknoxsvill]

Interesting... I wonder if I just need a better sub then?

I went over to my buddies house yesterday who has his set up properly calib. and I did notice the rumble in the shockwave. So it is there just need to have your system tuned.

[JaylisJayP]

i don't have an attitude. you just made it sound like it was common knowledge when it obviously wasn't.

I don't recall making it sound like anything. All I did was answer your question. I don't see anything in my posts to you or to wingnut along the lines of "you should've known this." In fact both my posts were fairly polite and straightforward.

However, for the record, it was obvious Wingnut did know about the warning from the mods from the language in his posts...as did every other regular in this thread.

I seriously was just trying to answer your question. I wish we could post b/s/t listings here....if what Toight said is true it looks like the regulars can every once in a while.

[JaylisJayP]

Anyone have any opinions on the Dirty Harry movies, particularly part 1? I'd like to know what kind of PQ it has. Any release I've seen has looked like it was smeared with grease before shown. It's on TV right now and it looks fuggin horrible too, like unwatchable. I know they're older movies so they won't look as good as something that came out yesterday, but does it look good for its age?

One of my friends has the first one and says it looks pretty good. I think you'll find the more recent ones like Dead Pool look a little "cleaner."

I still want to pick up the first one myself at some point....stupid book case or not.

[JaylisJayP]

Watched Doomsday. It wasn't bad. The first hour was good but it really slowed down when !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!SPOILERS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! the whole medievel thing started up. It was pretty lame. There was a decent fight there but other than that it just slowed down the pace of the movie imo. I think it would have been a better movie without the whole modern medievel thing and just focused on the neo-punk angle. Nice to see the violence factor was pretty high. Reminded me of Escape From New York, as well as Mad Max and 28 Weeks Later. It was decent. 6/10

I kinda liked the step back to "Braveheart" times and then back to modern day. It shows how split these two factions of Scotland really were...thought it was an interesting effect.

[freezerfuel]

One of my friends has the first one and says it looks pretty good. I think you'll find the more recent ones like Dead Pool look a little "cleaner."

I still want to pick up the first one myself at some point....stupid book case or not.

I hate that damn bookcase style. If I buy this set I'll have to get replacement cases for them too.

[PrimeBane]

I went over to my buddies house yesterday who has his set up properly calib. and I did notice the rumble in the shockwave. So it is there just need to have your system tuned.

Frick, just what I need :(

[johnnyknoxsvill]

You dont need to have a professional do it. Just need to take some time and fudge with it and fine tune it

[PrimeBane]

It's just one more thing... don't mind me, I'm just out of sorts as the basement is undergoing renos and the HT is out of commission for at least a month. :(

12 hours of tiling today didn't help either... man am I tired and sore. :(

[someguy6000]

what you need sir is a couch and a beer

[JaylisJayP]

I hate that damn bookcase style. If I buy this set I'll have to get replacement cases for them too.

I'm already preparing to do this for Band of Brothers. The cases are the easy part, though, I think finding or creating the custom spines will be the pain.

[ewto16]

I suggested we use the High Def group that was enabled by the board not too long ago to post stuff we have for sale or trade.

[ewto16]

I still have like 30 Blu-ray cases from when Best Buy was giving them away.

[PrimeBane]

what you need sir is a couch and a beer

The beer was tasty and the couch was comfy :)

[burngwngs]

couches can be tasty.......that's what she said.

[HollandX]

Han**** (11/25 Release) gets specs:

2-Disc Blu-ray High-Def Bonus Features Include:

· Theatrical and Unrated Versions of Han****
· Featurette: Superhumans: The Making of Han****
· Featurette: Home Life
· Featurette: Seeing the Future
· Featurette: Suiting Up
· Featurette: Building a Better Hero
· Featurette: Bumps and Bruises
· Featurette: Mere Mortals: Behind the Scenes with ‘Dirty Pete’
· Blu-ray Exclusive Feature: “On-Set Visual Diary” BonusView Picture-In-Picture
· Bonus Digital Copy of the Film

[HollandX]

WOW! Family Video just JACKED UP their prices today!

From 0 B.C. until yesterday:
I just thought I would illustrate how Amazon's prices are hardly competitive these days:

Amazon vs. Family Video

Godfather Trilogy $74.95 $64.35
Iron Man $27.95 $25.30
Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull $27.95 $25.30
Omen Collection $89.95 $78.65
Heroes Season One $69.95 $64.35
Universal Pictures' Halloween Starter Set $41.95 $37.35
Universal Pictures Unrated Comedy Collection $53.95 $51.35
Ray Harryhausen Collection $74.95 $63.85
1408 $20.95 $17.34
Stephen King's The Mist $23.95 $20.34
Austin Powers Collection $51.95 $43.34

If you are someone like me who purchases a lot of Blu-ray discs, then the combined savings of $67 on the titles listed above is a very big deal. Add to that the cost of a Prime Membership, which is roughly $80 and Amazon is no longer a bargain. They are only good for the occasional sale on the same regurgitated 200 titles.

Family Video ships promptly and your total order is only charged $1.99 for shipping. Currently, you can use the code "GAMEPRO7" and they will waive the shipping fee. That's right, free and quick delivery.

One of the few price advantages that Amazon can boast for pre-orders is the exclusive Kill Bill 2-Pack which is $39.95 vs. $45.70 ($22.85 for each film) via Family Video.

Starting today:
Here's an update to your list.

Amazon vs. Family Video

Godfather Trilogy $74.95 $71.99
Iron Man $27.95 $27.99
Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull $27.95 $27.99
Omen Collection $89.95 $87.99
Heroes Season One $69.95 $71.99
Universal Pictures' Halloween Starter Set $41.95 $41.99
Universal Pictures Unrated Comedy Collection $53.95 $57.99
Ray Harryhausen Collection $74.95 $71.99
1408 $20.95 $19.99
Stephen King's The Mist $23.95 $22.99
Austin Powers Collection $51.95 $48.99

If you bought all these, Family Video would save you $6.56 with free shipping. Big difference from saving $67.00 a few days ago.

[HollandX]

This on the heels of Amazon.com supposedly announcing they would no longer offer 30 day post purchase price protection.

[WingNut 25]

I don't recall making it sound like anything. All I did was answer your question. I don't see anything in my posts to you or to wingnut along the lines of "you should've known this." In fact both my posts were fairly polite and straightforward.

However, for the record, it was obvious Wingnut did know about the warning from the mods from the language in his posts...as did every other regular in this thread.

I seriously was just trying to answer your question. I wish we could post b/s/t listings here....if what Toight said is true it looks like the regulars can every once in a while.

I was not fully aware which is why I not only asked but why I did not post prices. I simply asked if anyone had interest in those discs and we could discuss via PM. I do not appreciate the scolding I got from several of you. I think the policy is stupid and none of us will or have ever abused B/S/T in here.

[oaktown2000]

I still have like 30 Blu-ray cases from when Best Buy was giving them away.


If you want to sell me some of those...I'd appreciate it...just send me a PM.

Not sure why I ever thought chugga was gonna come through with some for me. He said he could/would....but he never did.

[grif32]

I was not fully aware which is why I not only asked but why I did not post prices. I simply asked if anyone had interest in those discs and we could discuss via PM. I do not appreciate the scolding I got from several of you. I think the policy is stupid and none of us will or have ever abused B/S/T in here.

I agree. We have NEVER abused it but I think when someone posted Wii and Wii fit pissed some people off. (which I dont know why)

I say move it to B/S/T so we can sell and trade movies or Wii's Ps3's whatever. I think thats a big part of this thread. Helping each other out finding movies deals.
Either here or in stores. This is were I found Wii Fit or I would have never found it.

Lets face it not to many deals out there to be found.

What do others think? Keep it here and not trade/sell or move it so we can trade/sell.

Vote now :D

My vote is to move it.

Chris

[grif32]

If you want to LET ME BORROW some of those...I'd appreciate it...just send me a PM.

Not sure why I ever thought chugga was gonna come through with some for me. He said he could/would....but he never did.

Fixed it for you until we move this thread :)

So mods cant get upset.

[oaktown2000]

lol....didn't even realize that


Yeah...move the damn thread so I can buy some extra cases :)

[SBrooks1]

Today is the day....

http://www.thedigitalbits.com/articles/miscgfx2/transformerslargebrd.jpg

:D

[Chugga]

I still have 30 of them, you never contacted me when I got back from my last hunt on them. I sent you a PM saying "yeah I didn't come up with any but I've still got like 30 of them". And you were like "cool". Perhaps "cool, can I have 10 of them" would have moved things to the next step.

[Addicted 2 Collecting]

I saw The Lost Boys on Blu Ray this weekend, looked really good.

[oaktown2000]

I still have 30 of them, you never contacted me when I got back from my last hunt on them. I sent you a PM saying "yeah I didn't come up with any but I've still got like 30 of them". And you were like "cool". Perhaps "cool, can I have 10 of them" would have moved things to the next step.


lol...I'm pretty sure, like 99.2% sure, that I asked what you wanted for like 10 of them?

And all you said was, "yea...I went looking at the third store...and didn't find anymore". I took that as "sorry...you're shlt out of luck because I didn't find any extras". You never mentioned anything about what you wanted for the 10 I previously asked for.

Either way...I'm still in need of a few of them. 10 would be plenty.

And the Conan game on the PS3 was easily worth $20. If you liked Heavenly Sword...you'll like this. I recommend getting it if you can get it for $20. Some people say it's way too hard.....but you just have to get used to using block...and countering (similar to Heavenly Sword). Like HS, it also has different fighting combos.....single handed, with a shield, dual weapons, double handed sword. You can pick up all sorts of weapons in he game....my favorite is to dual weild battle axes. The final boss made me come closer to shattering my controller against the wall then any other PS3 game has. I was cursing up a storm. My wife came in and was like "what the heck is going on in here....are you ok"

[grif32]

Today is the day....

http://www.thedigitalbits.com/articles/miscgfx2/transformerslargebrd.jpg

:D


Well after seeing screen pics nest to HD DVD the PQ is the same. NO difference even with the higher Bitrate.

AQ from people I have talked to is NOT leaps and bounds over HD DVD version so I will pass on this until its like $12

Chris

[mikedanger]

had transformers in my hands today, but put it back and grabbed mickey mouse clubhouse and tigger and pooh halloween edition instead. having kids sucks...

[PrimeBane]

AQ from people I have talked to is NOT leaps and bounds over HD DVD version so I will pass on this until its like $12


That's the direction I'm pointing... BD was not the grand leap for this film that Michael Bay and his crownies made it out to be.

MB should be publically pelted with HD DVD version of the movie :D

[HollandX]

I agree. We have NEVER abused it but I think when someone posted Wii and Wii fit pissed some people off. (which I dont know why)

I say move it to B/S/T so we can sell and trade movies or Wii's Ps3's whatever. I think thats a big part of this thread. Helping each other out finding movies deals.
Either here or in stores. This is were I found Wii Fit or I would have never found it.

Lets face it not to many deals out there to be found.

What do others think? Keep it here and not trade/sell or move it so we can trade/sell.

Vote now :D

My vote is to move it.

Chris

I don't think anyone ratted ewto out. I think he actually came in here to post information about Todd's new HD camera and saw ewto's post like 3 above his.

I personally don't want the thread moved. If it's not here, a bunch of new threads will start in forum 12 about hi def news and new discs. It won't be consolidated anymore. People won't know where this thread was moved too. Plus, if it's in B/S/T, everyone will post their sales in here dvd/bd/hd/whatever. Not just us.

[grif32]

I see your point Holland I just like buying and trading BR's here. Thanks to knoxville and his great deals :)

Still waiting on Point Break tho

[grif32]

I saw The Lost Boys on Blu Ray this weekend, looked really good.

This will probably be one of the few I do buy. Went out this weekend to grab it but NOONE around had it. Unreal.

Chris

[Tuckertank]

Does Transformers have a $10 mail in rebate with it with standard edition proof?

[WingNut 25]

I vote to move it if it means we can still do what we've always done.

[HollandX]

I see your point Holland I just like buying and trading BR's here. Thanks to knoxville and his great deals :)

Still waiting on Point Break tho

Yeah I wish we all had hookups like knoxville!!

[HollandX]

Warner Home Video has announced an Ultimate Collector's Edition of I Am Legend which stars Will Smith (Released: 9th December 2008). Both the DVD ($49.92) and Blu-ray ($59.99) releases will include two versions of the film, a Digital Copy of the theatrical version, plus hours of all new additional content. This additional content consists of four awesome animated comics, 12 never before seen deleted scenes with filmmaker commentary, and more than two hours of all new extras revealing Will Smith’s off-camera humor and kindness and explanation of how he grew as an actor through this film. Lastly, the UCE also includes an exclusive 44-page concept sketch book, a lenticular lucite commemorative piece featuring imagery from the film, and six collectible art cards showing international cities devastated by the virus. Stay tuned for artwork.

[grif32]

Warner Home Video has announced an Ultimate Collector's Edition of I Am Legend which stars Will Smith (Released: 9th December 2008). Both the DVD ($49.92) and Blu-ray ($59.99) releases will include two versions of the film, a Digital Copy of the theatrical version, plus hours of all new additional content. This additional content consists of four awesome animated comics, 12 never before seen deleted scenes with filmmaker commentary, and more than two hours of all new extras revealing Will Smith’s off-camera humor and kindness and explanation of how he grew as an actor through this film. Lastly, the UCE also includes an exclusive 44-page concept sketch book, a lenticular lucite commemorative piece featuring imagery from the film, and six collectible art cards showing international cities devastated by the virus. Stay tuned for artwork.

How sad...

[johnnyknoxsvill]

damm already double dipping on a movie that was released a few months ago... very sad

[someguy6000]

And the Conan game on the PS3 was easily worth $20. If you liked Heavenly Sword...you'll like this. I recommend getting it if you can get it for $20. Some people say it's way too hard.....but you just have to get used to using block...and countering (similar to Heavenly Sword). Like HS, it also has different fighting combos.....single handed, with a shield, dual weapons, double handed sword. You can pick up all sorts of weapons in he game....my favorite is to dual weild battle axes. The final boss made me come closer to shattering my controller against the wall then any other PS3 game has. I was cursing up a storm. My wife came in and was like "what the heck is going on in here....are you ok"
i've had moments in video gaming like that i actually woke up the wife once....kinda embarassing getting angry at a video game but i fully understand

[PrimeBane]

That's just a normal night of gaming for me :p

[TastySweetNutz]

Happens all the time when I'm on COD4. Try to keep it down when you're running around the corner and the opposition is right there with a Scorpion in your face.

[JaylisJayP]

I don't think anyone ratted ewto out. I think he actually came in here to post information about Todd's new HD camera and saw ewto's post like 3 above his.

I personally don't want the thread moved. If it's not here, a bunch of new threads will start in forum 12 about hi def news and new discs. It won't be consolidated anymore. People won't know where this thread was moved too. Plus, if it's in B/S/T, everyone will post their sales in here dvd/bd/hd/whatever. Not just us.

This is the main reason why I'd prefer it not be moved. I can just see 10/20 posts a day of DVD sales. If the thread ends up on the BST board, those general BST'ers are gonna use it. Not to mention that board is like 90% toys and action figure posts...I think this would get totally lost there, and we'd probably get all sorts of weird or stupid posts.

What do the other regulars think?

[JaylisJayP]

I was not fully aware which is why I not only asked but why I did not post prices. I simply asked if anyone had interest in those discs and we could discuss via PM. I do not appreciate the scolding I got from several of you. I think the policy is stupid and none of us will or have ever abused B/S/T in here.

Well, I agree with you and I didn't come up with the policy. But I apologize for overreacting to your post.

[JaylisJayP]

So for those who have both versions, what's the verdict on Transformers?

[Kleptos18]

Honestly, If we don't do it here, we should be able to say hey, i got some stuff for trade, pm me for details, that way it's not really here, but people that are interested can find out.

I like getting good deals from people I know

[WingNut 25]

Well, I agree with you and I didn't come up with the policy. But I apologize for overreacting to your post.

Accepted.

[HollandX]

And here's some great news... Genius will finally release Planet Terror and Death Proof on Blu-ray Disc on 12/16 (SRP $28.95). Extras, however, appear to be identical to the prevoius DVD editions.

[PrimeBane]

I watched both on our HD movie channels a few weeks back... can't say I really care to own either movie. They were fun, but I don't see a lot of replay value for me.

[HollandX]

Lucky # Slevin on 11/18

Been waiting for that one.

[cflames89]

Oh god, Transformers on BD looks so amazing!!!!!!!!!!!

[grif32]

So for those who have both versions, what's the verdict on Transformers?


Here you go:

http://forums.highdefdigest.com/blu-ray-software-general-discussion/65214-transformers-comparison-pix.html

[JaylisJayP]

Here you go:

http://forums.highdefdigest.com/blu-ray-software-general-discussion/65214-transformers-comparison-pix.html

Man the DVD looks just awful :D

[JaylisJayP]

Honestly, If we don't do it here, we should be able to say hey, i got some stuff for trade, pm me for details, that way it's not really here, but people that are interested can find out.

I like getting good deals from people I know

This should be fine, I'd think.

[grif32]

Well I am looking to Borrow :) The Lost Boys on BR is anyone has it please shoot me a pm

Chris

[IceRat]

next weeks circular ads have been circulated and it looks like Amazon has the best price on KB Vol 1 and 2 at 39.99 for both together

BB has them for 29.99 each and $10 off if purchased on the same receipt together
neither CC or TGT have them in their ads

[freezerfuel]

Picked up my heavy duty primer and paint today. Must. Destroy. Wood. Panelling. (or hide it with paint) :D

[JaylisJayP]

next weeks circular ads have been circulated and it looks like Amazon has the best price on KB Vol 1 and 2 at 39.99 for both together

BB has them for 29.99 each and $10 off if purchased on the same receipt together
neither CC or TGT have them in their ads

I have them pre-ordered from Amazon already, and with the 3-month prime trial I got it's definitely the best deal...even with tax it would've been the best deal.

[freezerfuel]

And here's some great news... Genius will finally release Planet Terror and Death Proof on Blu-ray Disc on 12/16 (SRP $28.95). Extras, however, appear to be identical to the prevoius DVD editions.

This is Weinstein again I believe. They're getting a lot of my $$ this year now that they're actually releasing titles.

1408
Death Proof
Planet Terror
Halloween
The Mist

I like the Blu-ray Halloween cover.
http://www.highdefdigest.com/images/post/6/6659/original.jpeg

[JaylisJayP]

Of those you listed, I'll definitely get Planet Terror, possibly Halloween.

I already have the import of 1408 on HD DVD, hated Death Proof, and without spoiling it the end of The Mist disturbed me and pissed me off so much it basically ruined me from ever wanting to watch the movie again.

[Radiation74]

Honestly, If we don't do it here, we should be able to say hey, i got some stuff for trade, pm me for details, that way it's not really here, but people that are interested can find out.

I like getting good deals from people I know


Start a HD section for B/S/T in the B/S/T section, simple.

[oldboy26]

Of those you listed, I'll definitely get Planet Terror, possibly Halloween.

I already have the import of 1408 on HD DVD, hated Death Proof, and without spoiling it the end of The Mist disturbed me and pissed me off so much it basically ruined me from ever wanting to watch the movie again.

one of the best endings in recent history and maybe ever....Finally a movie had balls to stay true to the flow of the film instead of forcing some fluffy, cuddly ending.

[SBrooks1]

This is the main reason why I'd prefer it not be moved. I can just see 10/20 posts a day of DVD sales. If the thread ends up on the BST board, those general BST'ers are gonna use it. Not to mention that board is like 90% toys and action figure posts...I think this would get totally lost there, and we'd probably get all sorts of weird or stupid posts.

What do the other regulars think?

I totally agree. You've got my support.

[SBrooks1]

Screening Transformers Blu-ray right now. The Blackout shockwave in Dolby TrueHD kicks all kinds of ass. The boooooooooooooom rumbles and gets louder as it extends out. Awesome...

[TastySweetNutz]

one of the best endings in recent history and maybe ever....Finally a movie had balls to stay true to the flow of the film instead of forcing some fluffy, cuddly ending.

Agreed. It's been awhile where a movie has shocked me into a W-T-F trance. I've been waiting so long for The Mist to be released in BR format.

Damn, that's a sweet Halloween cover.

[HollandX]

next weeks circular ads have been circulated and it looks like Amazon has the best price on KB Vol 1 and 2 at 39.99 for both together

BB has them for 29.99 each and $10 off if purchased on the same receipt together
neither CC or TGT have them in their ads

:\

Where is my WBA?

[JaylisJayP]

one of the best endings in recent history and maybe ever....Finally a movie had balls to stay true to the flow of the film instead of forcing some fluffy, cuddly ending.

I'm all for controversial endings, but what was the point of this one? It just seemed so unnecessary. One of the early reviewers put it very well. It seemed like it was done just for the sake of doing it.

*********MAJOR SPOILER************************************

I don't necessarily agree that it stayed with the "flow" of the film, either. The father and son and the other two go through all this hardship, all this trouble to escape from the growing religious cult/followers and the monsters, only to cap themselves because they think they're doomed? And then Thomas Jane realizes it was the military anyway? Creative and different, yes. But it seemed really weak to me.

***************END SPOILER********************************

Also, the woman who played the religious fanatic was way too good of an actress. I hate her character so much, another reason I wouldn't want to view the movie again.

Some were knocking on The Mist's special effects but I thought they were pretty good. Some good gore, and I always enjoy watching Thomas Jane, so the movie is definitely entertaining and worth a rent.

But those two reasons would keep me from ever wanting to own it.

[JaylisJayP]

Well, I'm passing on Black Mask after reading some reviews. Maybe I'll change my mind once others give more feedback, but it doesn't sound like a transfer worth $25. Maybe at the $15 price point.

Speaking of which, those fans (the other 4 in the world) of Under Siege 2: Dark Terrority might want to know Best Buy has it for $14.99. At least they did last night.

Yeah, that's right, I bought it.

Next week for me:

Kill Bill 1&2, The Fall, Nigh****ch

Possibles are: Daywatch, Forbidden Kingdom, How the West Was Won.

[SBrooks1]

Where is my WBA?

Welcome to WBA 101. Class is in session.....

Let's be very clear about this:

Disney only owns the American theatrical cuts of the films. That's it, that's all they can release on Blu-ray. That's all they will release on Blu-ray.

The Japanese theatrical cuts are owned by Universal, who only have distribution rights to the movie in that country. At the present time, Universal Japan has made no indication that they plan to release the movie on Blu-ray there.

The "Whole Bloody Affair" version of the movie(s) is still vaporware. If it ever does get released, it will be owned by The Weinstein Company, not by Disney. Weinstein has made no indication of when (if ever) this will be released, or on what formats it may be released on.

http://forums.highdefdigest.com/blu-ray-software-general-discussion/65037-1st-review-kill-bill-vol-1-2-robert-harris-thoughts-3.html

The version of Kill Bill Vol. 1 with the color fight scene is not a "pre-rating version". It's a cut of the film that Tarantino prepared specifically for the Japanese market. Instead of the "Ancient Klingon Proverb" at the beginning, it opens with a dedication to 'Battle Royale' director Kinji Fukasaku. That version of the movie is only licensed for distribution in Japan.

As much as people assume that the House of Blue Leaves scene switches to black & white at the demand of the MPAA, that sequence was actually meant as an homage to '70s kung-fu movies such as 'Heroes Two', which aired on American TV with similar transitions to tone down the violence of their action scenes. That's exactly the sort of obscure genre reference that Tarantino thrives on. He plays against the "toning down" effect by making the scene as ridiculously over-the-top violent as he can, such that even in black & white it could never get past a TV censor. It's the conflict between these two opposing forces that gives the scene its dynamic tension.

Since Japanese TV censors never altered those kung-fu movies like that, the Japanese audience wouldn't get the joke, so Tarantino presented the scene in really garish colors, which instead becomes an homage to the B-movie work of Japanese directors like Seijun Suzuki.

http://forums.highdefdigest.com/1161452-post39.html

[HollandX]

Thanks SBrooks1... I'm more confused than ever now!!

:p:p:p

[Hanky Panky]

Actually that was pretty clear for me. Thanks SBrooks for the post. Somebody buy this man a beer and lapdance!

[Tuckertank]

Anybody that bought Transformers on BD, does it have a $10 upgrade rebate??? Thanks.

[HollandX]

lol I understood his post... I mean I'm more confused than ever if I should buy this release of Kill Bill or not. I might as well. I skipped them on DVD waiting for WBA. If WBA comes out, it probably won't be until green-ray.

[SBrooks1]

lol I understood his post... I mean I'm more confused than ever if I should buy this release of Kill Bill or not. I might as well. I skipped them on DVD waiting for WBA. If WBA comes out, it probably won't be until green-ray.

There's no way I can pass up on buying them next week. Reviews say the PQ is excellent and the uncompressed PCM (Thank you Disney) is astounding. I can't wait to crank them both up.

[burngwngs]

Anybody that bought Transformers on BD, does it have a $10 upgrade rebate??? Thanks.

yeah, it's in the case but you will only need the receipt for the BD version.

[ewto16]

I still say we use the Social Group to post sales and trades. I think that is a good idea and keeps the thread off the BST boards. This would also give the social group an actual meaning and purpose.

http://board.spawn.com/forums/group.php?groupid=23

[mikedanger]

picked up the sony 720 7.1 receiver at lunch today. after my birthday gift cards and a 12% off coupon i had, it came to $59.37. now i just have to wait 3 weeks to hook it up since we're moving. :(

[SBrooks1]

picked up the sony 720 7.1 receiver at lunch today. after my birthday gift cards and a 12% off coupon i had, it came to $59.37. now i just have to wait 3 weeks to hook it up since we're moving. :(

Nice choice! Sony 720 Crew UNITE!!! :D

[mikedanger]

Nice choice! Sony 720 Crew UNITE!!! :D

do we have a secret handshake or anything? :p

[oaktown2000]

lol....I've had my 720 for like 2 months now.....just sitting in its box. Haven't gotten around to setting it up. I know....pathetic.

[JaylisJayP]

Nice choice! Sony 720 Crew UNITE!!! :D

Maybe we need a Sony 720 group! :p:D;)

[JaylisJayP]

I still say we use the Social Group to post sales and trades. I think that is a good idea and keeps the thread off the BST boards. This would also give the social group an actual meaning and purpose.

http://board.spawn.com/forums/group.php?groupid=23

I started it off with some HD DVD lovin'!!!

[freezerfuel]

Speaking of which, those fans (the other 4 in the world) of Under Siege 2: Dark Terrority might want to know Best Buy has it for $14.99. At least they did last night.

Yeah, that's right, I bought it.


Hell yeah, so that means I can pick it up at Best Buy for around $30 because I'm in Canada. :D Nawwww, but maybe $20 or so.

I'm one of those 4, DT is my favorite Seagal movie... then probably Above The Law.

[PrimeBane]

lol....I've had my 720 for like 2 months now.....just sitting in its box. Haven't gotten around to setting it up. I know....pathetic.

Lazy bastage... it only takes a half hour or so :p

[ewto16]

lol....I've had my 720 for like 2 months now.....just sitting in its box. Haven't gotten around to setting it up. I know....pathetic.

Since you don't seem to excited to have it, I'll trade you those 10 BD cases for it. :p

[Hanky Panky]

lol I understood his post... I mean I'm more confused than ever if I should buy this release of Kill Bill or not. I might as well. I skipped them on DVD waiting for WBA. If WBA comes out, it probably won't be until green-ray.

Me too...I've held out for this long but still on the fence. When you think about it, it's kinda a shame that they weren't able to package everything in one nice case. The lack of bonus supplements including a commentary track really hurts the sale for me.

Will probably wait til these bad boys drop to $10.

[ewto16]

I have to admit I never really got these movies. I watched the 1st one and didn't really care for it, and I've only seen bits and pieces of the 2nd.

I didn't like Planet Terror or Death Proof either. PT was better than DP, but that is like saying dropping your phone in a toilet full of pee is better than dropping it in one full of poop.

[JaylisJayP]

Hell yeah, so that means I can pick it up at Best Buy for around $30 because I'm in Canada. :D Nawwww, but maybe $20 or so.

I'm one of those 4, DT is my favorite Seagal movie... then probably Above The Law.

All right....since you're "going there"

Here's my Seagal list:

1) Above the Law
2) Out for Justice
3) Under Siege
4) Marked for Death
5) Hard to Kill
6 ) US2: Dark Territory
7) Exit Wounds

And as far as I'm concerned...there are no other Steven Seagal movies.

[ewto16]

Hmmm...apparently, I'm a Premier Black member at Best Buy now. No idea what that really does for me. Must be all the Wiis and Wii Fit I buy from them.

[JaylisJayP]

Hmmm...apparently, I'm a Premier Black member at Best Buy now. No idea what that really does for me. Must be all the Wiis and Wii Fit I buy from them.

where do you find out what your status is?

[Mack]

Hmmm...apparently, I'm a Premier Black member at Best Buy now. No idea what that really does for me. Must be all the Wiis and Wii Fit I buy from them.

Got that e-mail too. Went to "upgrade" my account on the site but couldn't find any links related to it. I'm sure more details are to come :cool:

[freezerfuel]

All right....since you're "going there"

Here's my Seagal list:

1) Above the Law
2) Out for Justice
3) Under Siege
4) Marked for Death
5) Hard to Kill
6 ) US2: Dark Territory
7) Exit Wounds

And as far as I'm concerned...there are no other Steven Seagal movies.

Executive Decision gets no love? :p

[freezerfuel]

It's official, This wood panelling has made me lose my mind. I'm going to completely gut the basement and build my home theatre from scratch.

[grif32]

It's official, This wood panelling has made me lose my mind. I'm going to completely gut the basement and build my home theatre from scratch.

Only way to do it.

[JaylisJayP]

Executive Decision gets no love? :p

Wasn't he in that for like 5 minutes? I never saw the whole thing.

[MeMyself&I]

I asked this a few pages back but didn't seem to get an answer so I wanted to ask again. How is the PQ and AQ for Speed? Meijer has it for $20 (the cheapest I've seen it) so I want to pick it up if it's worth it.

[TastySweetNutz]

Did anyone see Run, Fatboy Run? I'm on the fence about adding it to my list.

[PrimeBane]

I asked this a few pages back but didn't seem to get an answer so I wanted to ask again. How is the PQ and AQ for Speed? Meijer has it for $20 (the cheapest I've seen it) so I want to pick it up if it's worth it.

http://bluray.highdefdigest.com/210/speed.html

Looks like it was solid at the time of release... probably decent now, but not reference material. IMO, probably good enough to update if you liked the movie.

[PrimeBane]

It's official, This wood panelling has made me lose my mind. I'm going to completely gut the basement and build my home theatre from scratch.

Good luck... it's not a fun job. :(

Make sure you check with city for basement requirements and permits... they may have changed since it was originally done.

[freezerfuel]

Wasn't he in that for like 5 minutes? I never saw the whole thing.

Yeah, something like that. :D

That was a pretty unexpected death.

[cflames89]

Anybody that bought Transformers on BD, does it have a $10 upgrade rebate??? Thanks.

Yep, mine did.

Mailing it away tomorrow.

[HollandX]

http://cache.gizmodo.com/assets/images/gizmodo/2008/09/sony_formatsdown.jpg

[MeMyself&I]

http://bluray.highdefdigest.com/210/speed.html

Looks like it was solid at the time of release... probably decent now, but not reference material. IMO, probably good enough to update if you liked the movie.

Thank you very much.

[JaylisJayP]

Who's seen Eraser....another one of the $15 releases at Best Buy. Worth picking up?

[PrimeBane]

http://cache.gizmodo.com/assets/images/gizmodo/2008/09/sony_formatsdown.jpg

6.5 million stand alones? Really? 6.5 million people that bought stand alones over the PS3?

[PrimeBane]

Who's seen Eraser....another one of the $15 releases at Best Buy. Worth picking up?

Seen it... bought it on release day on DVD... watched it once and never again.

It has some pretty cool special effects and the lossless certainly has amazing potential... the movie itself was a dud IMO.

[HollandX]

Don't listen to him. Eraser's awesome. It's one of my favorite Arnold movies!

[JaylisJayP]

Oh, the conflict!

[freezerfuel]

Yeah, other than some cool weapons Eraser is far from Arnold's best movie.

Good luck... it's not a fun job. :(

Make sure you check with city for basement requirements and permits... they may have changed since it was originally done.

Thanks and will do. Just finished pulling the dropped ceiling down.

[TastySweetNutz]

Don't listen to him. Eraser's awesome. It's one of my favorite Arnold movies!

Have we all forgotten the cinematic gem, Jingle All the Way?

[PrimeBane]

Don't listen to him. Eraser's awesome. It's one of my favorite Arnold movies!

I take it you've never seen Terminator, Terminator 2, Terminator 3, Total Recall, Running Man, Last Action Hero, Conan the Destroyer, Conan the Barbarian, Collateral Damage, The 6th Day, End of Day, Batman and Robin, Jingle all the Way, True Lies, Twins, Kindergarten Cop, Commando or Red Sonja :p

[grif32]

Yamaha is a joke:

http://www.yamaha.com/yec/products/productdetail.html?CNTID=5016806&CTID=5042358&ATRID=1020&DETYP=ATTRIBUTE

No onboard decoders for TrueHD/Master audio

Also I thought Eraser was a decent flick..

[ewto16]

Apparantly that Premier link to Best Buy was a mess up. They were testing the system and just blasted it out to everyone. Hopefully, I still get selected, though I still don't know how it will make my life any better.

[TastySweetNutz]

I finally got around to watch Dexter season 1. Wow, damn good show. It'd be a nice BR release.

[JaylisJayP]

Well.....

$15 price point plus tons of Best Buy credit = I purchase Eraser. :)


Plus Holland is never wrong, so....

[JaylisJayP]

I take it you've never seen Terminator, Terminator 2, Terminator 3, Total Recall, Running Man, Last Action Hero, Conan the Destroyer, Conan the Barbarian, Collateral Damage, The 6th Day, End of Day, Batman and Robin, Jingle all the Way, True Lies, Twins, Kindergarten Cop, Commando or Red Sonja :p


Nice to see Last Action Hero getting some love!

"I don' cahr whooo did whaa to your Hershey HIIIghway!"

[HollandX]

Plus Holland is never wrong, so....

The pressure!!! The pressure!!!

[PrimeBane]

Yamaha is a joke:

http://www.yamaha.com/yec/products/productdetail.html?CNTID=5016806&CTID=5042358&ATRID=1020&DETYP=ATTRIBUTE

No onboard decoders for TrueHD/Master audio


Perhaps they figure if you're going to pay $1200 for a BD player, odds are you'll pay about the same for one of their high end AV Receivers?

I agree, it is rediculous to not include either on a high end player.

[grif32]

Nice to see Last Action Hero getting some love!

"I don' cahr whooo did whaa to your Hershey HIIIghway!"

Forgot about Last Action Hero. Great flick..

We are going to watch Harry and the Hendersons tonight :) canit wait. PQ will suck on the DVD but love this movie.

Now give me Howard the Duck on DVD and I will be all set. Why did this NEVER make it to DVD?

[Hanky Panky]

Now give me Howard the Duck on DVD and I will be all set. Why did this NEVER make it to DVD?

One of my favorite 80s flicks...Lucasfilm needs to get off their ass and release this already.

On another note, Steve Gerber the creator of Howard passed away earlier this year. There's an interesting history to how Marvel was sued by Disney over the likeness to Donald Duck. Marvel relented and altered the look of Howard to appease Disney, which Gerber resented ever since.

Insightful interview of Mr. Gerber worth your time...
http://www.comicsbulletin.com/features/99564488180361.htm

[JaylisJayP]

I don't think I've ever even seen Howard the Duck.

[R. Giles]

I don't think I've ever even seen Howard the Duck.

You might be thankful for that, it is a crappy movie but it's good because of it.

[JaylisJayP]

Watched Cinderella Man on HD DVD last night....hell of a movie. PQ was decent. It was always sharp and colors popped...something about the skintones looked a tad off to me.

I thought the AQ was near the top of what non-lossless can offer. Compared to Smokin' Aces AQ it was fantastic.

[Hanky Panky]

You might be thankful for that, it is a crappy movie but it's good because of it.

Exactly...plus the love scene between Howard and the girl is worth the price of admission for its bestiality.

[mikedanger]

Exactly...plus the love scene between Howard and the girl is worth the price of admission for its bestiality.

don't we see some duck boobs also? i swear there was a naked duck in a bath tub...

[grif32]

You might be thankful for that, it is a crappy movie but it's good because of it.

I agree, I think it was voted top 50 worst movies of all time but to many its a classic that you can watch over and over again.

My guess as to why its not on DVD but I think it would sell well.

Chris

[PrimeBane]

thanks guys... I had most of those memories repressed thank-you-very-much :mad:

:p

[Hanky Panky]

don't we see some duck boobs also? i swear there was a naked duck in a bath tub...

Yup...it's kinda quick but there's a gratuitous shot of duck boobage. :p

[ewto16]

Yup...it's kinda quick but there's a gratuitous shot of duck boobage. :p

You seem like a guy that would enjoy Mr. Skin.com very much. :p

[ewto16]

My wife loves Howard the Duck. She likes goofy movies like that. I'm still trying to find a good deal on Edward Scissorhands to get her for her birthday next week.

[TastySweetNutz]

You seem like a guy that would enjoy Mr. Skin.com very much. :p

Mr. Skin is a genius. I've seen some of his clips previewing movies and they're hilarious.

[ewto16]

To anyone that got the Transformers Blu-Ray, how long is that rebate good for? I'd like to get it, but I'd rather get it as part of a BOGO or BTGO sale at some point in the future. However, I don't want to pass up on $10 either.

I may pass and wait until the double-dip that will surely coinside with the new movie coming next year.

[ewto16]

Mr. Skin is a genius. I've seen some of his clips previewing movies and they're hilarious.

I've only heard him on Stern and he is funny.

Speaking of radio, does anyone know what HD radio is? I don't really understand it. HDTV makes sense, but HD radio does not. Is it just in Dolby or something?

[HollandX]

Howard Duck scared the absolute shiz out of me when I was a kid. Without spoilers, there are some truly terrifying scenes in that movie to a kid.

[Hanky Panky]

You seem like a guy that would enjoy Mr. Skin.com very much.

Heheheheh...I've actually been a member for the past 2 years now. :D

I've only heard him on Stern and he is funny.

Me too...that's how I first heard of him. His promos for the weekend are brilliant.

[mikedanger]

Howard Duck scared the absolute shiz out of me when I was a kid. Without spoilers, there are some truly terrifying scenes in that movie to a kid.

you're worried about spoilers? it came out in 86! :p

[ewto16]

you're worried about spoilers? it came out in 86! :p

Well, as stated, some people haven't seen it.... ;)

[Hanky Panky]

Well, as stated, some people haven't seen it...

It's not like the duck boob scene is anything like Bruce revealing he's a ghost ;)

[SBrooks1]

....like Bruce revealing he's a ghost ;)

YOU SON OF A!!!!! :mad:

[Hanky Panky]

YOU SON OF A!!!!! :mad:

DOH!

Well, I didn't say which Bruce now did I? It could be Bruce Jenner, Bruce Springsteen or Bruce Boxleitner!

[WingNut 25]

Howard the Duck was crap even back in 86 and I know it hasn't aged well.

[Hanky Panky]

Howard the Duck was crap even back in 86 and I know it hasn't aged well.

Sounds like someone was scarred by the duck boob scene.

[ewto16]

YOU SON OF A!!!!! :mad:

You haven't seen Armageddon?

[ewto16]

DOH!

Well, I didn't say which Bruce now did I? It could be Bruce Jenner, Bruce Springsteen or Bruce Boxleitner!

Keeping up with the Kardashians would be 100 times better if Bruce Jenner was a ghost.

[HollandX]

read posts 1 and 4... this is CRAZY: http://forums.highdefdigest.com/hdtv-programming-info/65267-seinfeld-tbs-hd-finally.html

[Hanky Panky]

Keeping up with the Kardashians would be 100 times better if Bruce Jenner was a ghost.

Yeah, his face is so plasticky it's scary.

Btw, I'm not an avid watcher of that show...but when Kim's caboose is on the screen...I'm hooked!

[PrimeBane]

read posts 1 and 4... this is CRAZY: http://forums.highdefdigest.com/hdtv-programming-info/65267-seinfeld-tbs-hd-finally.html

I'm guessing they had to go back to the original film for this?

[ewto16]

I'm guessing they had to go back to the original film for this?

More on this can be found here...

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=784701&page=3

[ewto16]

Yeah, his face is so plasticky it's scary.

Btw, I'm not an avid watcher of that show...but when Kim's caboose is on the screen...I'm hooked!

When her caboose is on the screen, there isn't any room for anything else. I'm assuming you are all ready salivating for Dancing With the Stars?

[JaylisJayP]

read posts 1 and 4... this is CRAZY: http://forums.highdefdigest.com/hdtv-programming-info/65267-seinfeld-tbs-hd-finally.html

Doesn't look that good to me. Post 4 is interesting. Lost info on top and bottom but slightly more on the sides.

Seinfeld is one of my favorite shows, but I've seen them literally so many times that whenever I TiVo it I feel like I've just seen the episode no matter which one is on.

[cflames89]

To anyone that got the Transformers Blu-Ray, how long is that rebate good for? I'd like to get it, but I'd rather get it as part of a BOGO or BTGO sale at some point in the future. However, I don't want to pass up on $10 either.

I may pass and wait until the double-dip that will surely coinside with the new movie coming next year.

It is good till the end of the year.

[grif32]

Frys $13.99 Friday Sale [September 5 - September 9, 2008]

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$13.99

Starship Trooper
The Fifth Element
Men In Black
Gattaca
Exorcism of Emily Rose
House of Flying Dagger
Black Hawk Down
Underworld
Hellboy
I Know What You Did Last Summer
Kung Fu Hustle
Monty Python's Life of Brian
The Adventures of Baron Munchausen
Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within
XXX: State of the Reunion
The Patriot
Urban Legend
The 6th Day
Maximum Risk
Into The Blue
Anger Management

[johnnyknoxsvill]

Wedding Crashers to be released on Nov 11th

Also 8 Mile, The Kingdom are to be released this year I cant remember the dates

[Hanky Panky]

When her caboose is on the screen, there isn't any room for anything else. I'm assuming you are all ready salivating for Dancing With the Stars?

Yup...she will be the only reason I tune in. Ya know she's going to wear something form fitting . I also imagine if she slips and falls on that toosh, she'll bounce right back up. :p

[HollandX]

The Kingdom

Ya with master audio... Hopefully the DTS-HD will be something to write home about!! :)

Title: The Kingdom
Starring: Jamie Foxx
Released: 25th November 2008
SRP: $29.98

Further Details:
Universal Home Video has announced the Blu-ray release of The Kingdom which stars Jamie Foxx, Chris Cooper, and Jennifer Garner. The film will be presented in 1080p widescreen, along with an English 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack. Extras will include commentary With Director Peter Berg, featurettes (Character By Character: The Apartment Shootout, Constructing The Freeway Sequence, Creating The Kingdom), History of The Kingdom: An Interactive Timeline, deleted scenes, and U Control features.

[TastySweetNutz]

Ya with master audio... Hopefully the DTS-HD will be something to write home about!! :)

Title: The Kingdom
Starring: Jamie Foxx
Released: 25th November 2008
SRP: $29.98

Further Details:
Universal Home Video has announced the Blu-ray release of The Kingdom which stars Jamie Foxx, Chris Cooper, and Jennifer Garner. The film will be presented in 1080p widescreen, along with an English 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack. Extras will include commentary With Director Peter Berg, featurettes (Character By Character: The Apartment Shootout, Constructing The Freeway Sequence, Creating The Kingdom), History of The Kingdom: An Interactive Timeline, deleted scenes, and U Control features.

Sweet! I love this movie.

[SBrooks1]

I would kiss whoever at Universal it was who made the decision to use DTS-HD MA for all their Blu-ray releases :D

[PrimeBane]

They'll probably have to totally remaster the sound for the Kingdom.

Still, it's an EXCELLENT movie and I highly recommended it. :)

[grif32]

Loved The Kingdom in HD DVD PQ but the AQ was horrible. Worst AQ on HD DVD I have ever heard.

[PrimeBane]

Dell.ca deal of the day

Harmony 880 for $99.99 and free shipping :D
http://accessories.dell.com/sna/products/TV_Accessories/productdetail.aspx?c=ca&l=en&s=dhs&cs=cadhs1&sku=A0490467

[PrimeBane]

Forget 120Hz LCDs... 240Hz is coming this December from Sony

http://www.digitalhome.ca/content/view/2796/283/

Or just buy a plasma and never have to worry about it :)

[WingNut 25]

Frys $13.99 Friday Sale [September 5 - September 9, 2008]

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$13.99

Starship Trooper
The Fifth Element
Men In Black
Gattaca
Exorcism of Emily Rose
House of Flying Dagger
Black Hawk Down
Underworld
Hellboy
I Know What You Did Last Summer
Kung Fu Hustle
Monty Python's Life of Brian
The Adventures of Baron Munchausen
Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within
XXX: State of the Reunion
The Patriot
Urban Legend
The 6th Day
Maximum Risk
Into The Blue
Anger Management

Hmm, tempted on a few of those.

[platzy19]

I need a little help here. I just purchased a samsung plasma. The whole point of the plasma vs. LCD is I get the more frames per second, but its only displaying the 60 hz. All I have it connected to is my HD cable box, and I bought the HDMI cord as well, any suggestions on making it play more frames per second?

Thnaks

[PrimeBane]

A plasma is already optimized for the best frame rate the source can provide... even a 120HZ lcd can't refresh the screen faster than a plasma.

[HollandX]

what about a googillionHZ lcd? can a plasma beat that?!?

[stupidsuck]

For the 10 dollar rebate on transformers, is there anyway to do this without cutting up the damn covers?

Especially cutting up the plastic slipcover on the bluray will turn out looking awful

[PrimeBane]

what about a googillionHZ lcd? can a plasma beat that?!?

You're lucky I can't toss a mouse at you through my monitor...

:p

[HollandX]

You're lucky I can't toss a mouse at you through my monitor...

:p

Me?!

Apparently he didn't like your answer!

http://board.spawn.com/forums/showthread.php?t=474031

:p

[cflames89]

You're lucky I can't toss a mouse at you through my monitor...

:p

Such violence, LOL!!!!!!

[PrimeBane]

You're next Flames boy! :p

[cflames89]

You're next Flames boy! :p

Why all the hate, aren't we all fans of better visuals in here? :D

[TastySweetNutz]

Not sure if this was posted.

DVD/BD Specs and release date for Resident Evil: Degeneration along with a preview of the movie.

IMO, this is how Resident Evil should've been done. The movies were so mediocre.

http://www.bloody-disgusting.com/news/13495

[VOGLER/ART]

http://gizmodo.com/5044894/samsung-blu+ray-will-be-dead-in-five-years Interesting. At the same time Netflix prepares for shift to streaming.

[Chugga]

So I finally got around to watching Transformers for the first time last night. No wonder this movie got best sound honors last year...it could have been released with a mono audio track and still sounded better than 75% of the movies released last year.

You add in a few more speakers and a subwoofer and it's game over.

[ewto16]

So I finally got around to watching Transformers for the first time last night. No wonder this movie got best sound honors last year...it could have been released with a mono audio track and still sounded better than 75% of the movies released last year.

You add in a few more speakers and a subwoofer and it's game over.

Are you implying that you hadn't seen Transformers at all until this point?? :confused::confused::confused::confused::confused::confused::confused:

[cflames89]

Are you implying that you hadn't seen Transformers at all until this point?? :confused::confused::confused::confused::confused::confused::confused:

That is how it sounds....

[JaylisJayP]

Loved The Kingdom in HD DVD PQ but the AQ was horrible. Worst AQ on HD DVD I have ever heard.

I don't remember it being bad at all..but that was before I had my new receiver. I'll have to pop it in and listen to it again.

[grif32]

I don't remember it being bad at all..but that was before I had my new receiver. I'll have to pop it in and listen to it again.

Yeah man many complaints about the sound on the HD DVD version. It was soooooooooooooo freaking bad.

[johnnyknoxsvill]

I heard to was kinda mono-tone throughout. Didn't have any "pop" to it

[Chugga]

Are you implying that you hadn't seen Transformers at all until this point?? :confused::confused::confused::confused::confused::confused::confused:

I was a child of the 80's but always felt as if the Transformers were ***. I don't know, everyone else had their cars that transformed into giant pieces of crap. I had GI Joes, Ghostbusters, and Ninja Turtles....all insanely more cool then Transformers.

But thats besides the point, honestly I don't think I've seen a movie in the last 2-3 years that I didn't see on Blu-ray. I'm a high def snob. I don't go to the movies (hate prices/teenagers/babies/sticky shoes) and I despise renting. So all that leaves is either Blu-ray or Starz/HBO/Showtime/etc.

I absolutely love comic book movies and I still haven't seen Iron Man, Hulk, or Hellboy yet. Pirates of the Caribbean was arguably one of my favorite movies of all time and I didn't see 2 or 3 until they came out on Blu-ray. Never saw a Harry Potter movie until they all came out on Blu-ray late last year. The list goes on and on. I guess you could say I either just have a ton of patience or I'm a huge Blu-ray fanboy. Call it how you see it but I have no problems waiting a year, even two to see a movie as long as I know it's coming to Blu-ray.

Aside from the Dark Knight....I didn't have the patience to wait on that one.

[JaylisJayP]

ugh...i'd like to own Daywatch and Nigh****ch, but I guess I'm passing on them Tuesday. It's so hard to drop $28-$30 each when you can get the DVD's for literally 10% of that cost. For as often as I'd watch them....especially Daywatch....I'll have to wait until I can get them both for about $28.

[grif32]

I heard to was kinda mono-tone throughout. Didn't have any "pop" to it

Yeah it was strange.

[oaktown2000]

ugh...i'd like to own Daywatch and Nigh****ch, but I guess I'm passing on them Tuesday. It's so hard to drop $28-$30 each when you can get the DVD's for literally 10% of that cost. For as often as I'd watch them....especially Daywatch....I'll have to wait until I can get them both for about $28.


Have you already seen both?

I've never seen them....but I'm interested in seeing them. Don't think I'd drop $60 though. From the limited trailers I have seen of the movies...it looks good. But then again...."Jumper" looked good from the previews.

[JaylisJayP]

Did anyone see Forbidden Kingdom...what's the verdict on that one as a movie?

[JaylisJayP]

Have you already seen both?

I've never seen them....but I'm interested in seeing them. Don't think I'd drop $60 though. From the limited trailers I have seen of the movies...it looks good. But then again...."Jumper" looked good from the previews.

Yes, I've seen both.

Night watch was awesome imo from start to finish.

Day watch was pretty good, but had some pacing problems. For me, the ending made up for it and made me want to watch it again...but not for $30.

Night watch, if the PQ reviews come back 4/5 or better, is probably worth it and I'll cave and get it.

[oaktown2000]

Night watch, if the PQ reviews come back 4/5 or better, is probably worth it and I'll cave and get it and let you borrow it for a night


Thanks......mighty kind of you :)

[JaylisJayP]

Thanks......mighty kind of you :)

You got it.

[JaylisJayP]

Just finished Under Siege 2.

Yeah.....can't say I'd recommend it for the PQ, AQ or the movie itself. Damn this movie hasn't aged well. Lol.

Although Seagal does have such winners as, "Nobody beats me in the kitchen."

Seriously PQ is decent at best. Audio is only DD, so it does what it can. The movie, what can I say, add it to my long list of guilty pleasures.

[burngwngs]

Did anyone see Forbidden Kingdom...what's the verdict on that one as a movie?

I saw this one a while back. It's a very coolstylized movie with lots of Kung FU type action and the special effects are very nice. IMO, it's a must have for Jacki and Jet fans. Very entertaining.