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

[grif32]

My gamestops are finally starting to get in used copies of Blu-Ray and HD DVD movies. In the last 2 days I've found 3 Blu-Ray movies and 2 HD DVD movies. Prices still borderline blow though...anywhere from $11.99-$17.99

Mine is buy 2 get 1 free. Cant beat it. Plus the HD Dvd's are all MINT. I was surprised.

Chris

[johnnyknoxsvill]

I just picked up Casion Royal, Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back and Sahara for $35. They mis marked Jay and Silent Bob It was brand new in the wrapper and they put a used sticker on it for $15.99 and I got it for $9.99

[grif32]

I just picked up Casion Royal, Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back and Sahara for $35. They mis marked Jay and Silent Bob It was brand new in the wrapper and they put a used sticker on it for $15.99 and I got it for $9.99

Nice pick ups

Chris

[HollandX]

Best Buy Memorial Day HD DVD Sale

$10 of any 2, $20 off any 3.

[JaylisJayP]

my haul from the week....it's going to be a busy Memorial Day. Donnie Brasco and MI:2 were $12.50 each from that FYE deal.


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[grif32]

Went to fye today and all the Blu Ray movies were $39.99 with buy 2 get 1 free but those prices are nuts.

Chris

[supertim]

Best Buy Memorial Day HD DVD Sale

$10 of any 2, $20 off any 3.

Is it just HD-DVD or Blu-Ray, as well?


EDIT:

Nevermind, I just went to bb.com and saw that it only showed that offer for HD-DVD. I guess I'll get Flags and Letters on HD-DVD instead of Blu-Ray now.

[captain_narcolepsy]

just got my 360 hd add-on yesterday, and picked up batman begins. even though alot of the detail is subtle with that movie, it's really amazing how good it can look. can't wait to get something special effects-laden and over the top.

[WitchKingOfAngmar]

just got my 360 hd add-on yesterday, and picked up batman begins. even though alot of the detail is subtle with that movie, it's really amazing how good it can look. can't wait to get something special effects-laden and over the top.

Ridd ick or King Kong. Both great. Especially Kong. As amazing as some of my blu-rays look, even the best is still a couple wee hairs shy of Kong's PQ. IMO anyway.

Anyone know if the BB sale is going on tomorrow too?

[WingNut 25]

Is that HD sale in-store or online?

[JaylisJayP]

i just popped in Reloaded last night to check out the picture quality. It is damn good...BUT....it's not as good as King Kong, Rid**** or Tears of the Sun on blu-ray. Just my opinion.

[JaylisJayP]

That's funny that I can't spell out the entire title of which "The Chronicles Of...." refers to.

[SBrooks1]

Looks like I'll be getting my Matrix HD-DVD Trilogy set as soon as they get more in!! :D

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[grif32]

just got my 360 hd add-on yesterday, and picked up batman begins. even though alot of the detail is subtle with that movie, it's really amazing how good it can look. can't wait to get something special effects-laden and over the top.

Do you have Surround Sound?? Because Batman Begins has simply Amazing AQ!!

Congrats and welcome to the darside :)

Chris

[johnnyknoxsvill]

300 preorder is up on the WB site. Here is the link:
http://www.warnervideo.com/warner_bros_hi_definition/us/html/titles.html

Enter this code to save $5.99 WBWEL

[Preditor74]

Oh man what a deal I just scored at Amazon!

They had the HD-A2 HD-DVD player going for $237.88 with free shipping!!! Not only that but if you bought The Matrix Trilogy you get two additional free HD-DVDs along with the 5 free from Toshiba.

Since I had already purchased The Matrix Trilogy I called them up and asked them to refund the two HD-DVDs I was charged for today and said it should be refunded tomorrow once the charge goes through. So all in all:

Toshiba HD-A2 $237.88
The Matrix Trilogy $57.93
The Frighteners $17.92
Eternal Sunshine $17.93
5 Free Movies from Toshiba
Refund -$35.91

TOTAL: $295.75

Amazon is currently out of stock and all they have a 3rd party dealers...lowest being Electronics Expo going for $242 plus shipping!!!

Now I need to unload my addon on Ebay. Hopefully get around $125 for it.


So much for buying a Blu-Ray player:rolleyes:

[PrimeBane]

Would anyone here have an interest in HD DVD disks of Miami Vice, World Trade Center or Corpse Bride? I'd debating whether to part with them or not.

[grif32]

Would anyone here have an interest in HD DVD disks of Miami Vice, World Trade Center or Corpse Bride? I'd debating whether to part with them or not.

PM on WTC and Corpse Bride.

Chris

[Patiencepage]

I came across a good deal yesterday, thought I'd share. Hollywood Video is having a 99 cent sale on a LOT of movies, and if you live in the Southeastern US and have access to a MovieStop, this is a great opportunity. MovieStop allows you to trade any 4 dvds (of qualifying studios, which is all the "big names") and get $20 towards a new release that came out that week (the week you are trading in the movies) or put $20 down on one coming out in the future. If you're buying regular dvd, this pays off the movie completely, and if you're getting HD or Blu-ray, you'll pay $2-$5 for the difference. I just picked up Apocalypto and paid about $7 all together, $4 for the four movies to trade, and $3 to make up the difference in price.

Also, if you don't like the movies out that week, you can reserve movies as far in advance as you'd like, my store already has reservations for the new Harry Potter and Transformers.

I don't know how long Hollywood Video is having the sale, but it's worth it if you don't like to wait for new releases to drop in price.

[grif32]

I came across a good deal yesterday, thought I'd share. Hollywood Video is having a 99 cent sale on a LOT of movies, and if you live in the Southeastern US and have access to a MovieStop, this is a great opportunity. MovieStop allows you to trade any 4 dvds (of qualifying studios, which is all the "big names") and get $20 towards a new release that came out that week (the week you are trading in the movies) or put $20 down on one coming out in the future. If you're buying regular dvd, this pays off the movie completely, and if you're getting HD or Blu-ray, you'll pay $2-$5 for the difference. I just picked up Apocalypto and paid about $7 all together, $4 for the four movies to trade, and $3 to make up the difference in price.

Also, if you don't like the movies out that week, you can reserve movies as far in advance as you'd like, my store already has reservations for the new Harry Potter and Transformers.

I don't know how long Hollywood Video is having the sale, but it's worth it if you don't like to wait for new releases to drop in price.

I would never do this. Only because most of the movies I have paid between $13.99 - $19.99 so I am losing over $10.00 a moive x 4 = $40 plus. I would rather keep my movies for $5.00 and just spend the $20 and get the movie. But thats me.

Chris

[JaylisJayP]

I would never do this. Only because most of the movies I have paid between $13.99 - $19.99 so I am losing over $10.00 a moive x 4 = $40 plus. I would rather keep my movies for $5.00 and just spend the $20 and get the movie. But thats me.

Chris


See, I'm the opposite...I couldn't really care less how much i get for a movie i know I won't watch again, regardless of how much I spent on it. Except I usually do this toward videogames and not DVDs.

[grif32]

See, I'm the opposite...I couldn't really care less how much i get for a movie i know I won't watch again, regardless of how much I spent on it. Except I usually do this toward videogames and not DVDs.

I watch alot of my movies alot so thats why I keep them. Otherwise if its a movie I wont watch but once I will rent it.

Chris

[oaktown2000]

I would never do this. Only because most of the movies I have paid between $13.99 - $19.99 so I am losing over $10.00 a moive x 4 = $40 plus. I would rather keep my movies for $5.00 and just spend the $20 and get the movie. But thats me.

Chris

See, I'm the opposite...I couldn't really care less how much i get for a movie i know I won't watch again, regardless of how much I spent on it. Except I usually do this toward videogames and not DVDs.

I watch alot of my movies alot so thats why I keep them. Otherwise if its a movie I wont watch but once I will rent it.

Chris

You're missing the point of his post. He didn't say go and trade in YOUR movies. He said go and buy the $.99 DVDs from Hollywood Knights Video and trade those in at MovieStop.

So basically...he is trading in four $.99 DVDs he got from Hollywood Knights and then an extra $5-6 for a HD title. Basically getting them for like $10-11.

[grif32]

You're missing the point of his post. He didn't say go and trade in YOUR movies. He said go and buy the $.99 DVDs from Hollywood Knights Video and trade those in at MovieStop.

So basically...he is trading in four $.99 DVDs he got from Hollywood Knights and then an extra $5-6 for a HD title. Basically getting them for like $10-11.

LOL you are right I did miss that. Wow... Thanks :)

Chris

[PrimeBane]

Oh man what a deal I just scored at Amazon!

They had the HD-A2 HD-DVD player going for $237.88 with free shipping!!! Not only that but if you bought The Matrix Trilogy you get two additional free HD-DVDs along with the 5 free from Toshiba.


I wish I could have taken advantage of this deal... but Amazon won't ship electronics to Canada. :(

[Preditor74]

I wish I could have taken advantage of this deal... but Amazon won't ship electronics to Canada. :(

Man that sucks! I have it backordered so hopefully they get more in within the next couple of weeks.

I forgot to add...subtract another $40 from my total because I also bought Matrix from CC for $20 and will just resell that for about $60 once I get it. So all that for about $275.

[HollandX]

Brand new in box Xbox 360 HD DVD Player (with HD King Kong) add-on-- $185 DLVD

you save $15 on retail plus tax!

PM me if you want it.

:D

[grif32]

Toshiba A2 was in stock on amazon again for the crazy price fo $237.00 now I think they are out again.

The Toshiba A2 is now the 2nd best selling Electronics on Amazon. Holy crap thats amazing.

Its the #1 selling DVD player passing the Oppo which has been king forever.

Chris

[PrimeBane]

It was #1 electronics device sold on amazon for a bit. :)

[PrimeBane]

In other HD News, TMNT and Blade of Glory have been announced for both formats.

[Patiencepage]

You're missing the point of his post. He didn't say go and trade in YOUR movies. He said go and buy the $.99 DVDs from Hollywood Knights Video and trade those in at MovieStop.

So basically...he is trading in four $.99 DVDs he got from Hollywood Knights and then an extra $5-6 for a HD title. Basically getting them for like $10-11.

Exactly! Sorry if I didn't make my post clear enough. Also some pawn shops sell dvd's for $2-$3, which is still a good deal, because once you trade them in you basically get $5 a piece. Unfortunately, MovieStops are only in about 4 or 5 states right now, but we'll be expanding within the next few years. Lots of good deals in there, check it out if you have one near you.

Also, I'm a she, not a he :p . Happens a lot around here.

[grif32]

Exactly! Sorry if I didn't make my post clear enough. Also some pawn shops sell dvd's for $2-$3, which is still a good deal, because once you trade them in you basically get $5 a piece. Unfortunately, MovieStops are only in about 4 or 5 states right now, but we'll be expanding within the next few years. Lots of good deals in there, check it out if you have one near you.

Also, I'm a she, not a he :p . Happens a lot around here.

Double sorry then :). No moviestops here in NY that I know of. Really good deal tho.

Chris

[oaktown2000]

Also, I'm a she, not a he :p . Happens a lot around here.

Sorry. I always assume everyone posting here is a "he"...well, except for chugga...everyone here knows she's a female

[WingNut 25]

So would you amateur experts recommend picking up a PS3 or waiting for a cheaper Blu Ray unit not too far down the road here?

[PrimeBane]

I'm torn on that one too Wingnut.

I'm holding off until either a sub $300 BD player or the first PS3 pricedrop... I'll probably bite on the one that happens first.

[Hokies]

Guys, my wife watched Shepard last nigh and the HD DVD player froze. Do I need a patch?

[Preditor74]

After buying the A2...which I dont have yet...but owning an A1...will probably make me never buy Blu Ray unless its the sure winner.

Upscaled DVDs make up the difference of paying an insane amount for a BD player and rebuying movies...

And if it fails...then I will have a nice HD collection to complement my ever growing BD collection...if that happens.

Unless Die Hard or some other franchise comes to Blu Ray that I must have (Pirates doesnt count because its sequels are just like the Matrix sequels...good but not great)...then I will be contempt with HD DVD.

[Chugga]

So would you amateur experts recommend picking up a PS3 or waiting for a cheaper Blu Ray unit not too far down the road here?

To me it makes plenty of sense. You could wait for a $300 version of a blu-ray player to come out or you could just drop $500 (if you can find a 20gb version) and have a great videogame system and a blu-ray player. Regardless of whatever actually happens in this format war, worst case scenario is you'll always have a PS3 to fall back on.

I'm not a firm believer in buying standalone players this early in the game. The whole firmware, disk read errors, compatability issues, hardware problems, etc that you can run across with early generation players just isn't worth the time for me. Granted you still gotta do the firmware stuff with the PS3 but it doesn't feel as necessary (I'm still like 4 patches behind the curve - could honestly care less about upconversion) and also it just feels alot more natural then just randomly plugging in a ethernet cable to a dvd player.

[grif32]

So would you amateur experts recommend picking up a PS3 or waiting for a cheaper Blu Ray unit not too far down the road here?

PS3 without a doubt. You will be waiting for awhile for a sub $300 BR player. You can get new PS3 60gig off ebay probably for around $500.00.

I would stay away from paying high $$ for a standalone BR right now and I cant see a cheap BR anytime soon.

Enjoy BR and HD now why wait.

The toshiba A2 was selling for $237 shipped from amazon with 5 free HD movies. People were crazy NOT to jump on that deal..

Chris

[GPWYANKEE]

Between the Toshiba A2 or Toshiba HD-XA2 which is the one to buy??Also what requirements does my TV have to have in order for this to work.

[JaylisJayP]

PS3 without a doubt. You will be waiting for awhile for a sub $300 BR player. You can get new PS3 60gig off ebay probably for around $500.00.

I would stay away from paying high $$ for a standalone BR right now and I cant see a cheap BR anytime soon.

Enjoy BR and HD now why wait.

The toshiba A2 was selling for $237 shipped from amazon with 5 free HD movies. People were crazy NOT to jump on that deal..

Chris

what he said

[supertim]

In other HD News, TMNT and Blade of Glory have been announced for both formats.

Sweet!

[grif32]

Between the Toshiba A2 or Toshiba HD-XA2 which is the one to buy??Also what requirements does my TV have to have in order for this to work.


The A2 would be more then enough for your TV. I am sure your TV is only 1080I and not 1080P so the extra $300 for a better upscale DVD player isnt worth it.

But the XA2 is the better machine if you have HDMI on your TV and a 100" projector to take advantage of 1080P.

The A2 is a great player for the price. Plus for $299.00 at your local store plus 5 free HD DVD's (mail in) still a great price

Chris

[supertim]

I saw a BR pre-order for Mr. & Mrs. Smith on amazon UK set for 6/11/07.

There is still no published release date for the title in the US that I can find. Anyone know?

My wife likes that movie for one reason, and I like it for another. My reason is Brad Pitt, obviously:rolleyes:

Sidenote: Has anyone seen the Unrated version of this movie? I don't think it's being released on BR, but I just wanted to know if it was worthy of a watch, kind of like those who ran out to buy Spider-Man 2.1 The theatrical cut was good enough for me, so I didn't give 2.1 a second thought.

[Chugga]

I saw a BR pre-order for Mr. & Mrs. Smith on amazon UK set for 6/11/07.

There is still no published release date for the title in the US that I can find. Anyone know?

My wife likes that movie for one reason, and I like it for another. My reason is Brad Pitt, obviously:rolleyes:

Sidenote: Has anyone seen the Unrated version of this movie? I don't think it's being released on BR, but I just wanted to know if it was worthy of a watch, kind of like those who ran out to buy Spider-Man 2.1 The theatrical cut was good enough for me, so I didn't give 2.1 a second thought.

Mr. & Mrs. Smith got handed the same fate as Glory. It was announced a long time ago, got itself a firm release date in March then got tossed into limbo at the last minute. Mr. & Mrs. Smith was actually pushed back the DAY before it was supposed to come out back in March. It will likely pop back into the release schedule sooner or later. Just don't hold your breath over it.

As for the unrated version much like Spiderman 2.1 I can't imagine what would be added that would really make it a better buy. Maybe a scene or 2? A little added extra dialogue between the 2 of them.

[supertim]

Mr. & Mrs. Smith got handed the same fate as Glory. It was announced a long time ago, got itself a firm release date in March then got tossed into limbo at the last minute. Mr. & Mrs. Smith was actually pushed back the DAY before it was supposed to come out back in March. It will likely pop back into the release schedule sooner or later. Just don't hold your breath over it.

As for the unrated version much like Spiderman 2.1 I can't imagine what would be added that would really make it a better buy. Maybe a scene or 2? A little added extra dialogue between the 2 of them.

Thanks, Chugga. I imagine at the very earliest it'll be late 2007 before anything is announced.

I figured the unrated cut was like 2.1, not worth my time.

[Chugga]

Well the fact that the UK is getting it in June actually bodes well for us over here in the US. Things are a bit slow in releases this summer I wouldn't be suprised to see it just randomly pop up on the calendar.

I just can't for the life of me figure out how an unrated version of Mr. & Mrs. Smith would really change anything. I generally pick up the unrated versions of movies if they are available, but it makes more sense in movies like Beerfest, Eurotrip, etc. There weren't many dirty jokes in Mr. & Mrs. Smith that could really be amplified with an unrated version. Maybe their little back and forth joking in the therapists office gets a little more lude, but thats all I can really think of.

[supertim]

Well the fact that the UK is getting it in June actually bodes well for us over here in the US. Things are a bit slow in releases this summer I wouldn't be suprised to see it just randomly pop up on the calendar.

I just can't for the life of me figure out how an unrated version of Mr. & Mrs. Smith would really change anything. I generally pick up the unrated versions of movies if they are available, but it makes more sense in movies like Beerfest, Eurotrip, etc. There weren't many dirty jokes in Mr. & Mrs. Smith that could really be amplified with an unrated version. Maybe their little back and forth joking in the therapists office gets a little more lude, but thats all I can really think of.

Yeah, I'm like you - I'll buy the Anchorman or 40 Year-Old Virgin unrated editions, but movies like that are worth it...Spidey and Smith just don't seem like the extra $$$ is justified by 4 minutes of new footage or whatever.

[PrimeBane]

Guys, my wife watched Shepard last nigh and the HD DVD player froze. Do I need a patch?

Yes, first patch your player.

If that doesn't work you can boil the disk for about 10 seconds to help remove a production layer that scatters the laser.

If that doesn't work, Universal has a disk replacement program for such faulty disks.

I'm dealing with the same problem with Children of Men.

[HollandX]

If that doesn't work you can boil the disk for about 10 seconds to help remove a production layer that scatters the laser.

:what:

[oaktown2000]

:what:


Seriously....and after that....pee on it for 5 seconds...the acid in your urine will take off the security layer.

[johnnyknoxsvill]

I went into my local CC with all my paperwork for the $19.99 Matrix box set and I got it priced matched, and my back order is still pending. So I might still get that one if they dont cancel it after the 60 days

[JaylisJayP]

I went into my local CC with all my paperwork for the $19.99 Matrix box set and I got it priced matched, and my back order is still pending. So I might still get that one if they dont cancel it after the 60 days

I got mine in the mail yesterday...it was great that they honored the deal. They gained some points in my book for doing that.

[johnnyknoxsvill]

I also got a free $20 gift card since they didnt get Mario Party 8 in before 2pm

[PrimeBane]

:what:

Crazy eh? But it has worked for some.

There's some residue left over from the manufacturing process on a few of the Universal flipper disks. Problems mainly occured with Children of Men, but it also effected The Good Sheppard and Smokin' Aces.

[grif32]

I went into my local CC with all my paperwork for the $19.99 Matrix box set and I got it priced matched, and my back order is still pending. So I might still get that one if they dont cancel it after the 60 days

James let me know if you do and want to sell the 2nd set.

Thanks
Chris

[grif32]

:what:

Or just run it under Hot Tap water works as well if you dont want to boil it.

chris

[civictyperboy]

I just got Weeds, Chronos, Bikini Destinations, and Apocalypto on BD today, I don't know what to watch first though...

[PrimeBane]

Anything with "Bikini" in the title gets first watch be default. :D

[captain_narcolepsy]

the first two "pirates" movies have me debating getting involved with blu-ray( i just got my hd-add on), and here's a link to maybe even more incentive. lost season 3.


http://tvshowsondvd.com/newsitem.cfm?NewsID=7407

[JaylisJayP]

I just got Weeds, Chronos, Bikini Destinations, and Apocalypto on BD today, I don't know what to watch first though...

Watch Apocalypto and let us know if it's any good.

[grif32]

I just got Weeds, Chronos, Bikini Destinations, and Apocalypto on BD today, I don't know what to watch first though...

Thats a no BRAINER you should watch Apocalypto first :D

Chris

[supertim]

I just got Weeds, Chronos, Bikini Destinations, and Apocalypto on BD today, I don't know what to watch first though...

You'll have to let us know how the overall quality of the Bikini disc turns out, but I'd probably start out with Chronos before anything else.

[PrimeBane]

Sorry BD owners, Disney says no Lost season 3 or Badder Santa at this point.

http://www.highdefdigest.com/news/show/Disney/Street_Date_Delays/Disney_Says_No_to_Lost,_Badder_Santa_on_Blu-ray/671

[civictyperboy]

Well I watched Apocalypto and it was awesome I didn't know what to expect from it, the Bikini destination looked good from what I saw, and Chronos looks interesting

[Preditor74]

Well now I can hold off on a Blu Ray player....LOST would of pushed me over the edge!

I love how Blu Ray always touts that they have all these exclusive studios yet can't seem to get all these releases out! Fox and Disney...their two biggest exclusives aside from Sony...are releasing next to nothing (a few good titles here and there but they are few and far between) yet HD DVD is releasing not only new flicks that are great...but a fantastic back catelogue! Even nuetral studios are backhanding Blu Ray (Matrix anyone? Or how about the not as feature loaded edition of Blood Diamond)!

I cannot wait for Lebowski, Frighteners, Mystery Men, Mallrats, Hot Fuzz, Shaun of the dead, Dawn of the dead, Bourne Identity, Breach, Being John Malkovich, Liar Liar, Meaning of Life, Nutty Professor 2, 300, TMNT, Heros (never watched it but hear its great) and many many others!!!

Not to mention catching up on the titles I havnt purchased but want to, Fast Times, Cinderella Man, Seabiscuit, Jarhead, Fear and Loathing and many more!

[JaylisJayP]

My Circuit City just redid it's high-def section...dedicating more space and actually putting the movies in the movie section (what a novel concept)...it looked like they had most of the blu-ray movies released so far.

On another note, I finally had a chance through blockbuster online to watch Disc 1 of Planet Earth on blu-ray. oh...my...God. I think I need to buy that set now.

[civictyperboy]

The Planet Earth set is amazing

[Xsao]

people say that 300 on hd or blu want look good on those formats.

Can someone please tell me why.

[JaylisJayP]

people say that 300 on hd or blu want look good on those formats.

Can someone please tell me why.


I think because of the extreme amount of grain in the movie....that stuff only shows up more defined in HD, and for me at least, becomes a horrible distraction. And I never buy the "director's intent" garbage...grain sucks and 300 had way too much of it.

[PrimeBane]

But I'll probably still buy it in HD. :)

The HD DVD version looks pretty stacked so far.

[PrimeBane]

On another note, I finally had a chance through blockbuster online to watch Disc 1 of Planet Earth on blu-ray. oh...my...God. I think I need to buy that set now.

The Planet Earth set is amazing

One of these days I'm going to pick this set up... I've heard nothing but excellent things about it. Most likely before the end of 2007 while I still have my 10% off HD movies at Amazon.

[HollandX]

I have Clerks 2 on HD new and sealed. Anyone want to make a trade?

Looking for HD: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Fear and Loathing, Spartacus, Traffic, and Unforgiven.... BD: Kingdom of Heaven, L4yer Cake

:)

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[Chugga]

My Circuit City just redid it's high-def section...dedicating more space and actually putting the movies in the movie section (what a novel concept)...it looked like they had most of the blu-ray movies released so far.

On another note, I finally had a chance through blockbuster online to watch Disc 1 of Planet Earth on blu-ray. oh...my...God. I think I need to buy that set now.

Honestly though is it really that great? I've seen Planet Earth on DiscoveryHD a bunch of times now and while some of the stuff I've seen is cool as hell is the hd dvd/blu-ray version really that impressive in HD because the HD satellite feed is bleh. I've been trying to talk myself out of not getting it since the day it's been released but I do actually want to see it on my tv. To make matters worse my Best Buy did the same thing as your CC....they added a whole new rack for hd titles because it seems like they got in alot of backlogged titles recently....including finally getting in Planet Earth.

[Chugga]

I love how Blu Ray always touts that they have all these exclusive studios yet can't seem to get all these releases out! Fox and Disney...their two biggest exclusives aside from Sony...are releasing next to nothing (a few good titles here and there but they are few and far between) yet HD DVD is releasing not only new flicks that are great...but a fantastic back catelogue! Even nuetral studios are backhanding Blu Ray (Matrix anyone? Or how about the not as feature loaded edition of Blood Diamond)!

I think thats really all in the eye of the beholder. I can see dissing Fox and Lionsgate....Fox is just ******ed. Their business sense is awful, they'll release 8 movies on one day then they won't release crap for a whole month afterwards instead of spacing their stuff out. Lionsgate does some impressive work but few and far between. They are like Blu-Rays equivalent to Weinstein. Weinsteins only put out like 3 movies this year but they do good work when they do.

But Disney....Buena Vista????? I gotta respectfully disagree on that one. They've brought their A game on every single release they've put out since December of 2006. You may see a less than impressive lineup....but for me I've bought the vast majority of the movies they've put out in 2007 and all of them were exceptional. Both of the Pirates movies were reference quality. Deja Vu, The Prestige, and The Queen were 3 of the best movies in 2006 and their transfers made all 3 movies shine. Finding Neverland, Chicken Little, The Guardian all impressive work. If Disney is going to release a movie you can absolutely guarentee you're getting at the bare minimum 4 star AQ and PQ. Most of the time they venture even above that. I personally don't believe theres a better studio out there right now in delivering an amazing high def experience. They may not put out 50 movies a week but it's all about quality and they are delivering that...but don't get me wrong I'd LOVE to see they put more of their stuff out. But whatever they are doing now is working pretty well too.

[HollandX]

..
though I have been reading complaints about their inventory being priced higher across the board this time

No way, dude. They have some great prices still!!

Thanks!

[JaylisJayP]

I think thats really all in the eye of the beholder. I can see dissing Fox and Lionsgate....Fox is just ******ed. Their business sense is awful, they'll release 8 movies on one day then they won't release crap for a whole month afterwards instead of spacing their stuff out. Lionsgate does some impressive work but few and far between. They are like Blu-Rays equivalent to Weinstein. Weinsteins only put out like 3 movies this year but they do good work when they do.

But Disney....Buena Vista????? I gotta respectfully disagree on that one. They've brought their A game on every single release they've put out since December of 2006. You may see a less than impressive lineup....but for me I've bought the vast majority of the movies they've put out in 2007 and all of them were exceptional. Both of the Pirates movies were reference quality. Deja Vu, The Prestige, and The Queen were 3 of the best movies in 2006 and their transfers made all 3 movies shine. Finding Neverland, Chicken Little, The Guardian all impressive work. If Disney is going to release a movie you can absolutely guarentee you're getting at the bare minimum 4 star AQ and PQ. Most of the time they venture even above that. I personally don't believe theres a better studio out there right now in delivering an amazing high def experience. They may not put out 50 movies a week but it's all about quality and they are delivering that...but don't get me wrong I'd LOVE to see they put more of their stuff out. But whatever they are doing now is working pretty well too.


Yeah, I think Buena Vista has established itself as the leader in terms of PQ consistency with its transfers of either format.

[HollandX]

Holy cow, this sale rox

[Preditor74]

Unfortunatly this sale only is about .50 cheaper than Amazon unless you buy the $19.32 movies...

[JaylisJayP]

Honestly though is it really that great? I've seen Planet Earth on DiscoveryHD a bunch of times now and while some of the stuff I've seen is cool as hell is the hd dvd/blu-ray version really that impressive in HD because the HD satellite feed is bleh. I've been trying to talk myself out of not getting it since the day it's been released but I do actually want to see it on my tv. To make matters worse my Best Buy did the same thing as your CC....they added a whole new rack for hd titles because it seems like they got in alot of backlogged titles recently....including finally getting in Planet Earth.

i was very impressed with about 80 percent of the first disc in terms of amazing picture quality on blu-ray. Although I'm talking myself out of buying it right now just because I need to save money, although it's hard because dealcatcher has a link to where you can get either HD format for about 55 dlvd with a coupon.

[grif32]

i was very impressed with about 80 percent of the first disc in terms of amazing picture quality on blu-ray. Although I'm talking myself out of buying it right now just because I need to save money, although it's hard because dealcatcher has a link to where you can get either HD format for about 55 dlvd with a coupon.

With all your post about buying a Blu-Ray standalone or the Ps3 on the avsforum I figured you would have bought one already :D

Just buy it. Enjoy..

chris

[Preditor74]

I am like Jay where one day I am all ready to buy into Blu Ray but then the next I feel differently.

When Pirates was released I was ready to jump in finally...but then the third one was very dissapointing so I held off for a little bit.

Then LOST was announced for Blu Ray and I was once again ready to pull the switch...but then it got cancelled and now I am back at square one.

Fortunatly HD-DVD is releasing a stellar back catelogue of titles along with great new titles to keep me occupied.

[grif32]

I am like Jay where one day I am all ready to buy into Blu Ray but then the next I feel differently.

When Pirates was released I was ready to jump in finally...but then the third one was very dissapointing so I held off for a little bit.

Then LOST was announced for Blu Ray and I was once again ready to pull the switch...but then it got cancelled and now I am back at square one.

Fortunatly HD-DVD is releasing a stellar back catelogue of titles along with great new titles to keep me occupied.

Yes they are.. I wish Disney/Fox would say why they are pulling back on titles. Cars, lost etc.. Not good.

chris

[PrimeBane]

Disney and Fox are holding back mainly due to BD+ and maybe BD-J... once BD+ is in place we'll probably see more announcements. But if BD+ is cracked, expect cancellations once again.

[civictyperboy]

The planet earth on BD/HD-DVD is the BBC version which is different from the Discovery Channel version, even though I own them on BD I still enjoy watching them on Discovery HD theater...I got them for about 65 bucks from amazon, and they were worth it

[HollandX]

Unfortunatly this sale only is about .50 cheaper than Amazon unless you buy the $19.32 movies...

??

Then you take off 20 percent...

[johnnyknoxsvill]

Cars is announced for an Oct. 3rd release. Anyone else get an error code when trying to play Smokin Aces? Are there any FW updates for the A2?

[HollandX]

Cars is announced for an Oct. 3rd release. Anyone else get an error code when trying to play Smokin Aces? Are there any FW updates for the A2?

I can't wait to see my first Pixar movie in hi def...

[PrimeBane]

You could have got a dud disk johnny... try running it under hot water and they carefully drying it.

If that and an update don't work, Universal will most likely replace it for you. :)

Where's the Cars annoucement? AVS?

[Chugga]

Cars, Universal, replacement disks, broken disks, Planet Earth, Pirates, Matrix.....all of these petty and stupid issues take a backseat to the fact that Purple Rain was announced. I don't see how everyone isn't sitting on the edge of their seats talking about this amazing catalogue choice.

Prince's crowning achievement coming to high def and not one person posts about it? How backwards is this board.

[Chugga]

Within mere weeks we'll be able to see the doves crying in sparkling 1080p

[PrimeBane]

All right, Purple Rain!

*crickets*

*more crickets*

Okay, back to the good stuff now.... :D

[Chugga]

It's a cinematic masterpiece about life, love, and music.

What other movies do you know of deal with spousal abuse, a dad shooting himself in the face and surviving, a motorcycle, breaking into the music business, and wait for it....Prince. Those are some heavy issues, most movies are afraid to touch on things like dads shooting themselves in the face and surviving. Theres literally no other movie like it out there, it's 1 of a kind.

[IceRat]

You could have got a dud disk johnny... try running it under hot water and they carefully drying it.

If that and an update don't work, Universal will most likely replace it for you. :)


I've read this elsewhere about HD-DVD and sorry but the day I start adding my discs to the laundry is the day I stop watching movies on physical media

[PrimeBane]

It's the price one pays for being an early adopter...

[JaylisJayP]

With all your post about buying a Blu-Ray standalone or the Ps3 on the avsforum I figured you would have bought one already :D

Just buy it. Enjoy..

chris

I've had a PS3 since December...i was just talking about the Planet Earth discs.

[PrimeBane]

Damn... that's pretty sweet. Only $6 to ship to Canada too... DAMN YOU JAYLIS, I'm going to probably spend more money now. :(

[JaylisJayP]

i know...sorry about that. I'm on the fence but may end up buying the discs tonight.

[JaylisJayP]

and..........4,000 posts! WOOHOOO!

[Chugga]

I just bought it....it was a slow week, Curse of the Golden Flower went by quick.

[grif32]

Disney and Fox are holding back mainly due to BD+ and maybe BD-J... once BD+ is in place we'll probably see more announcements. But if BD+ is cracked, expect cancellations once again.

Any link?? I thought the samething but I think its more to it.

How do the not put out Lost when Heroes is coming to HD DVD

Chris

[grif32]

I've had a PS3 since December...i was just talking about the Planet Earth discs.

My post was not directed to you. It was toward Preditor

Chris

[grif32]

Cars is announced for an Oct. 3rd release. Anyone else get an error code when trying to play Smokin Aces? Are there any FW updates for the A2?

Everywhere I read its been pushed back probably until next year.

When did they give a date?

Chrsi

[JaylisJayP]

I just bought it....it was a slow week, Curse of the Golden Flower went by quick.

are you referring to the Planet Earth deal? I thought you didn't buy movies online.

[PrimeBane]

Any link?? I thought the samething but I think its more to it.

How do the not put out Lost when Heroes is coming to HD DVD

Chris

It's pretty much been the speculation I've read on most message boards... they haven't come out and said it, but considering how overprotective both studios are of their material, it's probably not too far from the truth.

[Preditor74]

Good news!

Amazon is now back in stock on the A2s...so my estimated ship date went from July 10th to June 6th!!! :D:D:D

AVSers are speculating another sale price for it again soon now that its back in stock. Keep your eyes posted!

[HollandX]

I've never seen Purple Rain

[dayday6]

I've never seen Purple Rain


I seen it at the drive in when I was in 6th or 7th grade.:D

[JaylisJayP]

I saw it for the first time a few months ago...I have to say I liked it. It leaves a lasting impression.

[johnnyknoxsvill]

From the AVS forum:

October 3rd is the date that "Starship Troopers", "The Rock", "Con-Air", "Cars" etc is released in Sweden and possibly the the rest of Europe.

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=855306

[johnnyknoxsvill]

ALso found this on the AVS forum

Coming to America for $9.92

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=851161

[HollandX]

ALso found this on the AVS forum

Coming to America for $9.92

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=851161

not no more it aint

[SBrooks1]

I just got a job working part time at Best Buy. There's a new 58" Panasonic 1080p plasma TV we just got in and they have a Blu-ray player hooked to it. Damn it's nice!! :eek:

[HollandX]

I just got a job working part time at Best Buy. There's a new 58" Panasonic 1080p plasma TV we just got in and they have a Blu-ray player hooked to it. Damn it's nice!! :eek:

go look up how much monster cables really cost

[Chugga]

are you referring to the Planet Earth deal? I thought you didn't buy movies online.

This is true...but I'm also not a fool...thats a $50 discount from any other place I could get it around here. I gotta make a few exceptions every once and a while.

[SBrooks1]

Circuit City just got some more Matrix Trilogy HD-DVD's back in stock and I got charged the $20!!! :D

Dear SCOTT,

Thank you for your order. The item, listed below that was on backorder has arrived and has been billed to your account.

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c279/SBrooks2006/GIFS/matrixhddvd.jpg

[JaylisJayP]

This is true...but I'm also not a fool...thats a $50 discount from any other place I could get it around here. I gotta make a few exceptions every once and a while.

Yeah, it proved to be too good of a deal for me, too. Plus I asked the wife and she said it was something she'd want us to own...so that was pretty much the end of it and I went and ordered it. $53.50 dlvd NEW is a great deal.

[HollandX]

Yeah, it proved to be too good of a deal for me, too. Plus I asked the wife and she said it was something she'd want us to own...so that was pretty much the end of it and I went and ordered it. $53.50 dlvd NEW is a great deal.

?

It's says $43.12, not $53.50. Are there hidden fees? I want to order it if there aren't. Thanks. :)

Planet Earth: Complete Collection (http://www.dealcatcher.com/redir.asp?m=917&c=83887)
$79.95 $43.12 After Coupon with Free Shipping
Buy Planet Earth: The Complete Collection and see what all the buzz is about. This amazing show from the original BBC production is now on HDDVD. Oprah raves about this show and you have to own it. It's the best price on PriceGrabber (http://dealcatcher.pricegrabber.com/search_getprod.php/masterid=117409003/search=Planet+Earth%253A+Complete+Collection). To find it type BBC029380 into the search box. Use the coupon to bring the price from $53.90 down to $43.12.
Deep Discount Coupon: DEALCATCHER - Expires: 6/16/2007

[HollandX]

'Pirates' Outsells 'Matrix' in Blu-ray, HD DVD Showdown (Updated)
Fri Jun 01, 2007 at 01:23 PM ET

Last week's sales estimates are in, and in terms of sheer unit sales, Disney's Blu-ray-only release of the first two "Pirates of the Caribbean" flicks handily beat Warner's HD DVD-only release of the two "Matrix" box sets.

According to market research estimates from Home Media Magazine, the two "Pirates" films sold a combined total of a little less than 47,000 units, while the "Matrix" sets sold about 13,900 units.

Since the "Matrix" sets sold at an cost of nearly three times that of the "Pirates" flicks, there's slighly more parity in terms of gross sales, but even there (as Blu-ray supporters have been quick to point out), "Pirates" gets the edge.

In comments first published in The Hollywood Reporter, Bob Chapek, worldwide president of Buena Vista Home Entertainment, called the week's win by "Pirates" a "strong and significant trend toward consumer preference for the Blu-ray Disc format."

"We are thrilled by the critical and industry response to 'Pirates' on Blu-ray disc," Chapek said. "But more importantly, the consumer has spoken loud and clear. This is only the beginning, but it was certainly a significant and explosive indicator of things to come."

Update (6/1/07, 5:27PM ET):
Several readers have written in to complain that comparing sales data for the 'Matrix' box sets to the two individual 'POTC' releases is a case of apples and oranges. They argue that the 'Pirates' Blu-ray discs benefited from a wave of pre-release publicity for the the third film in the series along with some bundled sales incentives at big box retailers, while the Matrix box set was dragged down by the fact that many fans already own the original 'Matrix' on DVD, and had little interest in the second and third installments of the series, making the higher pricepoint for the two boxsets a particularly tough sell. Needlesstosay, the discussion continues in our forums area.

http://www.highdefdigest.com/news/show/Pirates_Outsells_Matrix_in_Blu-ray,_HD_DVD_Showdown_(Updated)/675

[grif32]

'Pirates' Outsells 'Matrix' in Blu-ray, HD DVD Showdown (Updated)
Fri Jun 01, 2007 at 01:23 PM ET

Last week's sales estimates are in, and in terms of sheer unit sales, Disney's Blu-ray-only release of the first two "Pirates of the Caribbean" flicks handily beat Warner's HD DVD-only release of the two "Matrix" box sets.

According to market research estimates from Home Media Magazine, the two "Pirates" films sold a combined total of a little less than 47,000 units, while the "Matrix" sets sold about 13,900 units.

Since the "Matrix" sets sold at an cost of nearly three times that of the "Pirates" flicks, there's slighly more parity in terms of gross sales, but even there (as Blu-ray supporters have been quick to point out), "Pirates" gets the edge.

In comments first published in The Hollywood Reporter, Bob Chapek, worldwide president of Buena Vista Home Entertainment, called the week's win by "Pirates" a "strong and significant trend toward consumer preference for the Blu-ray Disc format."

"We are thrilled by the critical and industry response to 'Pirates' on Blu-ray disc," Chapek said. "But more importantly, the consumer has spoken loud and clear. This is only the beginning, but it was certainly a significant and explosive indicator of things to come."

Update (6/1/07, 5:27PM ET):
Several readers have written in to complain that comparing sales data for the 'Matrix' box sets to the two individual 'POTC' releases is a case of apples and oranges. They argue that the 'Pirates' Blu-ray discs benefited from a wave of pre-release publicity for the the third film in the series along with some bundled sales incentives at big box retailers, while the Matrix box set was dragged down by the fact that many fans already own the original 'Matrix' on DVD, and had little interest in the second and third installments of the series, making the higher pricepoint for the two boxsets a particularly tough sell. Needlesstosay, the discussion continues in our forums area.

http://www.highdefdigest.com/news/show/Pirates_Outsells_Matrix_in_Blu-ray,_HD_DVD_Showdown_(Updated)/675

Well of course its going to out sell due to the cost. But in the end its pretty much equal $$ wise.

Plus disk wise its the same as well you get 3 disc with Matrix so 3 x 13900 sets sold = 41700 compared to 47000 for POTC.

I wish Matrix was put out on single discs at the same time then you could have had a better comparison...

Also I wouldnt brag on either end with those sad #'s...

Really stupid to even try and compare these movies to be honest.

Chris

[Preditor74]

Not only that...but Pirates is riding the wave of cross marketing buzz thanks to the third movie....AND not to mention the fact that Pirates probably has a MUCH wider audience than Matrix due to the ratings alone.

[IceRat]

In comments first published in The Hollywood Reporter, Bob Chapek, worldwide president of Buena Vista Home Entertainment, called the week's win by "Pirates" a "strong and significant trend toward consumer preference for the Blu-ray Disc format."

"We are thrilled by the critical and industry response to 'Pirates' on Blu-ray disc," Chapek said. "But more importantly, the consumer has spoken loud and clear. This is only the beginning, but it was certainly a significant and explosive indicator of things to come."


LOL
what a numbnuts
totally apples and oranges
how about both being released in each format and then putting the same title head to head with its counterpart

I believe in the end if any format prevails it will be Blu-ray but stupid industry head talk like this just shows how out of touch these suits are

[grif32]

LOL
what a numbnuts
totally apples and oranges
how about both being released in each format and then putting the same title head to head with its counterpart

I believe in the end if any format prevails it will be Blu-ray but stupid industry head talk like this just shows how out of touch these suits are

I dont think either will really stick. Both will be around for awhile but it neither will reach or replace DVD's

Chris

[Chugga]

Which is why there needs to just be ONE format. It's ridiculous how many people will say "wow those new HD disks look amazing, I just don't want to buy into the wrong tech and be stuck with nothing". I off the top of my head know at the very least 8 people who would go out and buy an HD player tomorrow if there was only 1 format.

Longer this carries on the worse it gets.

[grif32]

Which is why there needs to just be ONE format. It's ridiculous how many people will say "wow those new HD disks look amazing, I just don't want to buy into the wrong tech and be stuck with nothing". I off the top of my head know at the very least 8 people who would go out and buy an HD player tomorrow if there was only 1 format.

Longer this carries on the worse it gets.

But look at the pricing now because of this. Sony just announced a BR standalone for $499.00. Thats the good thing. But I agree is getting worse and worse everyday.

Lets face it even if HD DVD dies tomorrow not alot of people are going to run out and plunk $500 down on a BD player. Plain and simple.

Until they players get down to $199 then MAYBE HD will take off.

I own both and enjoy both but in my mind neither will take off but to me it doesnt matter. I just want HD not matter what.

But to the average person they WILL NOT run out and dump $500 on a player and dumping $30 on a movie.

Chris

[Chugga]

They may not plunk down $500 tomorrow but I could see them plunking down $500 this fall. Going into this holiday season with 2 formats again once again splits up the people who want to impress their spouse, child, whatever with an HD player they don't know what the hell to buy. $500 is a very very tricky price tag, but it's not nearly as ridiculous come November/December when people are dropping $400 on Cell phones, and MP3 players, and cell phones that are mp3 players. A high definition player for $500 isn't nearly as big of a deal to a good portion of the people out there.

You're right the average person won't drop $500 on a player...but for the good portion of the population that is "above-average" they will. You make one format RIGHT NOW and come this holiday season people with a little extra in their wallets will move over to the winning side and see it as a solid investment. The sales aren't going to be downright ridiculous and all of a sudden catapult the format into the DVD realm but if you put together the sales from both versions of the Departed you aren't looking nearly as bad as when they are seperate. You put together the sales of both Planet Earths and once again not so bad. Imagine if EVERYONE had a chance to buy Pirates of the Caribbean last week? Or what if Casino Royale was open to everyone with an HD player. Things would change for the better.

[supertim]

Well of course its going to out sell due to the cost. But in the end its pretty much equal $$ wise.

Plus disk wise its the same as well you get 3 disc with Matrix so 3 x 13900 sets sold = 41700 compared to 47000 for POTC.

I wish Matrix was put out on single discs at the same time then you could have had a better comparison...

Also I wouldnt brag on either end with those sad #'s...

Really stupid to even try and compare these movies to be honest.

Chris

That article was complete moronic. Let's say that the third Pirates had already been in theaters and both trilogies (Matrix & Pirates) were being released simultaneously (Pirates on BR and Matrix on HD)...if they were both available in box sets and as individual titles, then a comparison might be in order.

The cheapest post pre-order I have seen for Matrix is $63.95 for the basic set and $73.95 for the extras laden set. Both Pirates titles are $23.95 each on amazon, so it'll be hard to find it cheaper than that. The 'cheap' Matrix set is $79.99 at BB, and the 'deluxe' one is $89.99. The Pirates movies are $29.99 each at BB, as well. There is no reason at all to compare single disc sales to box set sales. That's ****ing ridiculous.

If both series were on both formats, then maybe. Otherwise, a huge waste of time.

[grif32]

That article was complete moronic. Let's say that the third Pirates had already been in theaters and both trilogies (Matrix & Pirates) were being released simultaneously (Pirates on BR and Matrix on HD)...if they were both available in box sets and as individual titles, then a comparison might be in order.

The cheapest post pre-order I have seen for Matrix is $63.95 for the basic set and $73.95 for the extras laden set. Both Pirates titles are $23.95 each on amazon, so it'll be hard to find it cheaper than that. The 'cheap' Matrix set is $79.99 at BB, and the 'deluxe' one is $89.99. The Pirates movies are $29.99 each at BB, as well. There is no reason at all to compare single disc sales to box set sales. That's ****ing ridiculous.

If both series were on both formats, then maybe. Otherwise, a huge waste of time.

I agree. Lets face it 47,000 units for having 3 million BR players is sad. Plain and simple.

Chris

[HollandX]

Brand new in box Xbox 360 HD DVD Player (with HD King Kong) add-on-- $175 DLVD

you save $25 on retail plus tax!

PM me if you want it.

:D

$175?

Chugga to the red side?

[JaylisJayP]

They may not plunk down $500 tomorrow but I could see them plunking down $500 this fall. Going into this holiday season with 2 formats again once again splits up the people who want to impress their spouse, child, whatever with an HD player they don't know what the hell to buy. $500 is a very very tricky price tag, but it's not nearly as ridiculous come November/December when people are dropping $400 on Cell phones, and MP3 players, and cell phones that are mp3 players. A high definition player for $500 isn't nearly as big of a deal to a good portion of the people out there.

You're right the average person won't drop $500 on a player...but for the good portion of the population that is "above-average" they will. You make one format RIGHT NOW and come this holiday season people with a little extra in their wallets will move over to the winning side and see it as a solid investment. The sales aren't going to be downright ridiculous and all of a sudden catapult the format into the DVD realm but if you put together the sales from both versions of the Departed you aren't looking nearly as bad as when they are seperate. You put together the sales of both Planet Earths and once again not so bad. Imagine if EVERYONE had a chance to buy Pirates of the Caribbean last week? Or what if Casino Royale was open to everyone with an HD player. Things would change for the better.

As Mr. Smith in the Matrix said...it's inevitable...that Blu-Ray eventually will win this war. This why whenever the movie I want is on both formats I'm getting it on Blu-Ray these days, including Planet Earth.

Although, even if Universal does go neutral to end the war...it'll be a hell of a long time before all their HD DVD titles are available on Blu-Ray.

[HollandX]

As Mr. Smith in the Matrix said...it's inevitable...that Blu-Ray eventually will win this war. This why whenever the movie I want is on both formats I'm getting it on Blu-Ray these days, including Planet Earth.

Although, even if Universal does go neutral to end the war...it'll be a hell of a long time before all their HD DVD titles are available on Blu-Ray.

Technically, it SHOULD have won in the first place. It's stupid to go with the "identical" product with smaller disc space.

[Chugga]

As Mr. Smith in the Matrix said...it's inevitable...that Blu-Ray eventually will win this war. This why whenever the movie I want is on both formats I'm getting it on Blu-Ray these days, including Planet Earth.

Although, even if Universal does go neutral to end the war...it'll be a hell of a long time before all their HD DVD titles are available on Blu-Ray.

See thats why I don't buy into HD DVD. I know you have both formats and I respect that, you get to watch whatever you want and thats cool. But I'm also under the impression that I can watch whatever I want but I just need a bit of patience. I can imagine one day seeing King Kong on Blu-Ray, so at least from my perspective why go out and spend who knows how much on an HD DVD player and pick up all the disks when with a bit of patience I can get them for ONE format sooner or later. (so thanks anyways HollandX)

Maybe it's petty or stupid of me but I don't really want to pad HD DVD's numbers....I absolutely hate this format war. The general uncertainy of whats going on with this format war will be the death of both formats which is why I absolutely despise the fact that it's gotta continue. So from my perspective me buying into HD DVD is a bad thing...the last thing I want to do is have my disk purchases on that format further delay the inevidable and drag this crap out any longer.

And to be completely honest I already watch entirely too many HD movies as it is, I don't even think I'd have the money to do HD DVD justice....hell since October of last year I don't think a week has ever passed where I didn't buy at least 1-2 movies to watch. I've watched more movies in the past 9 months then I've probably seen in the last 9 years combined. Ok maybe thats exaggerating a bit, but hell I've seen alot. To buy into HD DVD would basically make my purchasing double and theres just no way I could do that at all.

[Chugga]

Technically, it SHOULD have won in the first place. It's stupid to go with the "identical" product with smaller disc space.

Well you can thank Microsoft for that....as much as I love my WindowsME and couldn't live without my Xbox360 it's pretty much accepted around the industry that they have tossed ALOT of cash behind the HD DVD train in hopes of it being a thorn in Blu-Rays side. I can't blame them, but as a fan of high def media I just really wish they would have kept their nose out of it and maybe HD DVD and Blu-Ray could have come to some sort of negotiation so that both companies could push one large format.

[HollandX]

Well you can thank Microsoft for that....as much as I love my WindowsME and couldn't live without my Xbox360 it's pretty much accepted around the industry that they have tossed ALOT of cash behind the HD DVD train in hopes of it being a thorn in Blu-Rays side. I can't blame them, but as a fan of high def media I just really wish they would have kept their nose out of it and maybe HD DVD and Blu-Ray could have come to some sort of negotiation so that both companies could push one large format.

I can't believe the people behind HD DVD and BD can't agree on ANYTHING... except for the same case!

"We hate you."

"We hate you MORE!"

"Your crappy product will fail!"

"No, YOUR crappy product will fail!"

"We should use the same case, though. They will blend better on a shelf together."

"Good idea! We call blue."

[JaylisJayP]

See thats why I don't buy into HD DVD. I know you have both formats and I respect that, you get to watch whatever you want and thats cool. But I'm also under the impression that I can watch whatever I want but I just need a bit of patience. I can imagine one day seeing King Kong on Blu-Ray, so at least from my perspective why go out and spend who knows how much on an HD DVD player and pick up all the disks when with a bit of patience I can get them for ONE format sooner or later. (so thanks anyways HollandX)

Maybe it's petty or stupid of me but I don't really want to pad HD DVD's numbers....I absolutely hate this format war. The general uncertainy of whats going on with this format war will be the death of both formats which is why I absolutely despise the fact that it's gotta continue. So from my perspective me buying into HD DVD is a bad thing...the last thing I want to do is have my disk purchases on that format further delay the inevidable and drag this crap out any longer.

And to be completely honest I already watch entirely too many HD movies as it is, I don't even think I'd have the money to do HD DVD justice....hell since October of last year I don't think a week has ever passed where I didn't buy at least 1-2 movies to watch. I've watched more movies in the past 9 months then I've probably seen in the last 9 years combined. Ok maybe thats exaggerating a bit, but hell I've seen alot. To buy into HD DVD would basically make my purchasing double and theres just no way I could do that at all.

I need to drastically slow down with my movie purchases, also. At first I told myself I was just going to get the ones that got the highest PQ rating that I also knew I'd watch over and over again. For the most part I've stuck to that, but I've also made a few blind buys, which gets expensive.

[grif32]

Even if HD DVD dies tomorrow and Blu-Ray wins IT STILL wont matter. It still going to be a niche market. People are just NOT going to pay those prices anytime soon. Within a couple years maybe just not now

Most people will just plunk down $90 on an upscale DVD player and think its HD and not spend $500 on a player

And they will not be putting down $500 on a player thats not 100% functional either.

Paying $30 a disk when they can get the SD version for $13.99 and have it upscale on their cheap upscale player. The average Joe probably doesnt shop on-line for better pricing for disk...

Most people do not even have an HDTV.

Blu-Ray needs to get a 100% functional player NOW and at the cost of $199.00 or lower to get people to buy into it. And thats not going to happen for a long time.

Just think disk sales are horrible now for both. Even if you combine the #'s.

If HD DVD didnt take off and this whole time you had just Blu-Ray.. Disk #'s would be so much worse because not to many people would be buying $599 - $1200 player.

The more you look at it I think HD movies is going nowhere.

Chris

[JaylisJayP]

Even if HD DVD dies tomorrow and Blu-Ray wins IT STILL wont matter. It still going to be a niche market. People are just NOT going to pay those prices anytime soon. Within a couple years maybe just not now

Most people will just plunk down $90 on an upscale DVD player and think its HD and not spend $500 on a player

And they will not be putting down $500 on a player thats not 100% functional either.

Paying $30 a disk when they can get the SD version for $13.99 and have it upscale on their cheap upscale player. The average Joe probably doesnt shop on-line for better pricing for disk...

Most people do not even have an HDTV.

Blu-Ray needs to get a 100% functional player NOW and at the cost of $199.00 or lower to get people to buy into it. And thats not going to happen for a long time.

Just think disk sales are horrible now for both. Even if you combine the #'s.

If HD DVD didnt take off and this whole time you had just Blu-Ray.. Disk #'s would be so much worse because not to many people would be buying $599 - $1200 player.

The more you look at it I think HD movies is going nowhere.

Chris


i tend to agree with this, as well...however, there are basically 2 ways I see this playing out.

1.) The Mini-Disc/DivX way - meaning the formats will just die for one reason or another.

2.) The Infiniti way - meaning most of the people out there can't afford an Infiniti, and opt for the Honda instead. But that doesn't mean there isn't a market for the Infiniti, OR that Lexus can't compete for the same consumer class.

[GPWYANKEE]

Looks like Amazon has that HD DVD Toshiba Player for 250.00.Is that a decent price and how do you get the free movies with it?

[R. Giles]

Looks like Amazon has that HD DVD Toshiba Player for 250.00.Is that a decent price and how do you get the free movies with it?

when you put the player in your cart go choose 5 movies for free, then buy the matrix collection and add 2 more in your cart. when you check out the other two movies will be free so 7 movies free.

[Preditor74]

Wrong Giels...

You buy the player and The Matrix set. Then add 2 movies to your cart with the player and Matrix and they will be discounted. The 5 free you have to mail in for.

[GPWYANKEE]

Wrong Giels...

You buy the player and The Matrix set. Then add 2 movies to your cart with the player and Matrix and they will be discounted. The 5 free you have to mail in for.


So id get a voucher of some sort with the Dvd player?

[HollandX]

So id get a voucher of some sort with the Dvd player?

No. I believe you can download the PDF file from the sale page for the player.

There are only a handful movies you can choose from for your free ones. I really want 1 out of the entire list. I would gladly accept 2 for free. But then I would be forced to choose 2 I don't want.

[JaylisJayP]

For the Blu-Ray owners...who has T2....is it worth getting for 20 bucks? I don't currently own any version of it on DVD and have a $5 coupon to Best Buy.

[HollandX]

Where it explains the rebate it says "See Details." Click that, and then you can download the PDF from that screen.

[HollandX]

For the Blu-Ray owners...who has T2....is it worth getting for 20 bucks? I don't currently own any version of it on DVD and have a $5 coupon to Best Buy.

Buy a PS3 or find a friend who did. There's a $10 mail-in rebate to T2 inside!

[GPWYANKEE]

Well-You dont get squat free by adding the Matrix to your cart

[HollandX]

Your choices:

http://i19.tinypic.com/6bm6og5.gif

[oaktown2000]

^^^^Well that sucks. Personally, I could care less if I owned any of those titles...they suck.

[HollandX]

Well-You dont get squat free by adding the Matrix to your cart


To take advantage of the Matrix HD offer, go through this link: http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.html/ref=amb_link_4876192_2/103-3419124-8143035?ie=UTF8&docId=1000089051&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_r=1639NEC8EZWBK66Y5RQZ&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=290655801&pf_rd_i=193642011

:)

[HollandX]

^^^^Well that sucks. Personally, I could care less if I owned any of those titles...they suck.

If you were curious, the one i really want is Casablanca. I will gladly accept The Rundown and Seabiscuit for free. I don't want Four Brothers, Tomb Raider, or The Chronicles of Rid****... nor U-571, The Perfect Storm, or We Were Soldiers.

[HollandX]

This why whenever the movie I want is on both formats I'm getting it on Blu-Ray these days, including Planet Earth.

I didn't get Matrix in HD. I'm waiting for it to come out in BD in a few months. I'm desperately hoping since BD has bigger disc space, they won't be flipper discs.

I hate flipper discs.

[JaylisJayP]

^^^^Well that sucks. Personally, I could care less if I owned any of those titles...they suck.

Rid**** in category A (looks amazing, and I actually like the movie)
Constantine in category B (same as Rid****, although doesn't quite look at good)
Four Brothers in category C (thought this was a good movie)
Category D: These all suck, either the movie or the PQ
U-571 in Category E. (U-571 is a pretty good movie, too)

The choices aren't the greatest, but the definitely don't suck.

[JaylisJayP]

Buy a PS3 or find a friend who did. There's a $10 mail-in rebate to T2 inside!

I do have a PS3....must have missed that coupon...but anyway, have you seen the Blu-Ray version?

[HollandX]

I do have a PS3....must have missed that coupon...but anyway, have you seen the Blu-Ray version?

No, I haven't.

You didn't get these coupons inside: http://www.blu-raymovierebate.com/ps_movies.html ??

[JaylisJayP]

No, I haven't.

You didn't get these coupons inside: http://www.blu-raymovierebate.com/ps_movies.html ??


oh, yeah, those I got...and I've already used them all up. It was 1 per studio if I'm not mistaken. Plus I think they're expired now, or they do this month.

[johnnyknoxsvill]

Conns in TX has the HD-A2 for $199. after the $100 instant rebate.

[JaylisJayP]

So...nobody's seen T2 on Blu-Ray? I thought Chugga owned every Blu-Ray known to man.

[PrimeBane]

I didn't get Matrix in HD. I'm waiting for it to come out in BD in a few months. I'm desperately hoping since BD has bigger disc space, they won't be flipper discs.

I hate flipper discs.

If be a few months, you mean at least a year... No BD Matrix until 2008 the rumors say.

And only the Ultimate set is flippers... the Complete set is one sided only. And unless you're big on extras, the Complete set will do most just fine. :)

[PrimeBane]

Technically, it SHOULD have won in the first place. It's stupid to go with the "identical" product with smaller disc space.

Call me stupid then... because I'm quite happy with my $200 addon investment thanks :)

I'm sure those that purchased the A2 off Amazon are feeling pretty good too. :)

[HollandX]

Call me stupid then... because I'm quite happy with my $200 addon investment thanks :)

I'm sure those that purchased the A2 off Amazon are feeling pretty good too. :)

??

I wasn't criticizing your (or anyones) purchase of HD players and media. I was criticizing the studios for not unanimously supporting one product from the beginning.

[HollandX]

If be a few months, you mean at least a year... No BD Matrix until 2008 the rumors say.

Argh really?

I was relying on this from March, which apparently is now outdated.

As previously reported, no Blu-ray version has yet been scheduled. However, Warner has confirmed that they plan to issue a counterpart Blu-ray release later this year.


http://www.highdefdigest.com/news/show/536


And...

:( I like extras, and hate flippers.

[oaktown2000]

Rid**** in category A (looks amazing, and I actually like the movie)
Constantine in category B (same as Rid****, although doesn't quite look at good)
Four Brothers in category C (thought this was a good movie)
Category D: These all suck, either the movie or the PQ
U-571 in Category E. (U-571 is a pretty good movie, too)

The choices aren't the greatest, but the definitely don't suck.


In your opinion, they don't suck....in mine, they do. They definitely aren't titles that make me say "wow...now is the time to jump into HD".

Rid**** - maybe it does look amazing....so what does that mean, now I get to see Vin Diesel's terrible acting in HD..who cares
Constantine - same sentence as above...just replace Vin with Keanu
Four Brothers - decent movie...don't see how HD makes it great though
Category D - we agree
Category E - same as D

If I take a crappy movie...and make the picture look clearer and make the sound crisper...guess what...it's still a crappy movie, just in a nicer package.

[PrimeBane]

??

I wasn't criticizing your (or anyones) purchase of HD players and media. I was criticizing the studios for not unanimously supporting one product from the beginning.

I know... I'm just keep ya honest :p

As for the studios, it could have been much more split... Warner and Paramount were both HD DVD exclusive before being pushed in the neutral direction.

[thaderules]

Thanks to the poster informing the board about the $20 Matrix set. CC just shipped mine. I don't even have an HD DVD player because I sold my 360 add on but will get a Toshiba in the future, the AX-20, with analog output.

don't want to buy a new receiver with hdmi input.

[JaylisJayP]

In your opinion, they don't suck....in mine, they do. They definitely aren't titles that make me say "wow...now is the time to jump into HD".

Rid**** - maybe it does look amazing....so what does that mean, now I get to see Vin Diesel's terrible acting in HD..who cares
Constantine - same sentence as above...just replace Vin with Keanu
Four Brothers - decent movie...don't see how HD makes it great though
Category D - we agree
Category E - same as D

If I take a crappy movie...and make the picture look clearer and make the sound crisper...guess what...it's still a crappy movie, just in a nicer package.


I can't argue with Vin Diesel being a horrible actor. If I did, you'd seriously have to beat the crap out of me.

[grif32]

Conns in TX has the HD-A2 for $199. after the $100 instant rebate.

Not anymore. They just fixed the price back to $299.00. But some people got it for the amazing low price of $199.00. Unreal

[PrimeBane]

I FINALLY got through Children of Men last night... it crapped out at chapter 18, but after a quick clean it played find the rest of the way through. :)

I really enjoyed

Now I just need to trade in the dud copy with Univeral's disk replacement program...

[Belfour_owns]

Kill Bill.

She Kill's Bill.

[oaktown2000]

Kill Bill.

She Kill's Bill.


LOL...wrong thread knucklehead.

[captain_narcolepsy]

two weeks ago, i finally got my hd-add on and picked up batman begins. this past weekend, i finally fell in full force. best buy was having a deal where you could buy 3 hd-dvd's and get $20 off, plus i had $15 bucks in rewards zone coupons, so i picked up children of men, the fountain, and smokin' aces, all three for $64 dollars. then, at my local gamestop, i was looking thru the used movies and found king kong hiding out and for only 12 bucks. ( my hd-dvd add on was used and didn't come with kong, but with my trade-in's towards that it itself was only $133 bucks). so, so far i have spent a total of $209 and have an hd-dvd player with hdmi( i have an elite, thanks to the robbers breaking my 360 and me having awesome friends) and 5 movies. i was definitely someone holding off because of cost, but everythings been awesome so far. thanks to the boardmembers posting about the planet earth deal. ordering it tomorrow. wish i hadn't missed out on the matrix one, but maybe another mix up will happen.

and yes, i also can not wait for "purple rain"

[Chugga]

So...nobody's seen T2 on Blu-Ray? I thought Chugga owned every Blu-Ray known to man.

Not every Blu-Ray known to man....but I do own T2. Ok heres the best I can tell you...it's probably the best wave 1 blu-ray title on the market. The wave one titles weren't exactly strong in the PQ department but this one was one of the first movies I watched from that awful period and it was a clear step up. A hell of alot better then the Fifth Element and 50 First Dates.

As time has gone on better and better disks have come out but I wouldn't be afraid to say it's a solid tier 2 title. It's pretty solid overall but some of the scenes can be pretty impressive for the time it was made.

Basically it also didn't hurt that I got the title during Targets $15 Blu-Ray sale.

[HollandX]

Kill Bill.

She Kill's Bill.

LOL...wrong thread knucklehead.


LOL

[HollandX]

Sony Launches BDP-S300 Blu-ray Player, Drops Price to $499
Mon Jun 04, 2007 at 12:18 PM ET

http://www.highdefdigest.com/images/post/2/2725/original.jpeg

In a surprise move, Sony's second-generation BDP-S300 Blu-ray player is hitting store shelves this week with a $100 price cut.

The player will now carry an MSRP of $499. That's half the introductory price of the company's first generation Blu-ray player, which was launched nearly a year ago at $999 (it now sells for $799).

This most recent price drop from Sony comes on the heels of a series of price cuts on both sides of the high-def format war. Following Sony's original announcement of the BDP-S300 at a discounted price of $599 in February, Toshiba announced its own series of pricecuts, followed by a month-long $100 rebate program, which has seen HD DVD player prices drop to a $299 MSRP, a move that Toshiba says has increased sales by five- to ten-fold at some retailers.

How low high-def disc player prices will go by this year's holiday shopping season is anyone's guess, but with standard-def DVD players retailing for as little as $50, it would seem there's still plenty of room for discounts before the purchase of a high-def disc player becomes a no-brainer for the average consumer.

http://tinyurl.com/2l2ynh

[PrimeBane]

And that's just the MSRP... one should be able to find it for less than that down the road, especially around the holidays. :)

[PrimeBane]

How's the rewatch value for The Prestige? I'm debating whether or not to get the HD DVD import...

[oaktown2000]

How's the rewatch value for The Prestige? I'm debating whether or not to get the HD DVD import...

Hmmm.....without giving anything away, the ending is kinda of a "oh...so that's how it happened". Once you see the ending, a re-watch is kinda unsuspenseful, although, you can try to look for subtle clues that point to the ending that you might have missed the first time through.

Personally speaking, I don't feel the need to watch it over.

[supertim]

Hmmm.....without giving anything away, the ending is kinda of a "oh...so that's how it happened". Once you see the ending, a re-watch is kinda unsuspenseful, although, you can try to look for subtle clues that point to the ending that you might have missed the first time through.

Personally speaking, I don't feel the need to watch it over.

Same here, as well with The Illusionist. I feel that the latter was the better film (not quite so much of a downer), but to each their own.

[supertim]

Not every Blu-Ray known to man....but I do own T2. Ok heres the best I can tell you...it's probably the best wave 1 blu-ray title on the market. The wave one titles weren't exactly strong in the PQ department but this one was one of the first movies I watched from that awful period and it was a clear step up. A hell of alot better then the Fifth Element and 50 First Dates.

As time has gone on better and better disks have come out but I wouldn't be afraid to say it's a solid tier 2 title. It's pretty solid overall but some of the scenes can be pretty impressive for the time it was made.

Basically it also didn't hurt that I got the title during Targets $15 Blu-Ray sale.

I bought a used T2 on BR for $14, but haven't watched it yet. I'm sure that Chugga's verdict will stand, though:)

[JaylisJayP]

Hmmm.....without giving anything away, the ending is kinda of a "oh...so that's how it happened". Once you see the ending, a re-watch is kinda unsuspenseful, although, you can try to look for subtle clues that point to the ending that you might have missed the first time through.

Personally speaking, I don't feel the need to watch it over.

I agree....i can't see myself needing to watch that movie again.

[PrimeBane]

Thanks gents... that's all I needed to know. :)

[meatgoat]

I'm with everyone else. Good movie. Definitely worth a watch but not one I need to own. Course I don't know if you can go by me cause I don't buy near as many as you guys. I only own like 5 HD/BR discs. The rest I've seen I got from Netflix.

[grif32]

http://tinyurl.com/2l2ynh

I dont think its full 1.1 and BD-J tho. Thats what I am hearing.

STill a nice price

Chris

[IceRat]

Thanks gents... that's all I needed to know. :)
would it count that I disagree with the above statements
The Prestige is a great movie and one I think has replay value

I enjoyed Children Of Men but that is a movie I would only ever watch again for the technical aspects of a few scenes
I would put the Prestige in every time if given the choice

[HollandX]

would it count that I disagree with the above statements
The Prestige is a great movie and one I think has replay value

I enjoyed Children Of Men but that is a movie I would only ever watch again for the technical aspects of a few scenes
I would put the Prestige in every time if given the choice

Standard definition DVD watcher!!!

[IceRat]

:D

[JaylisJayP]

What's a DVD? They must've made those before I was born.

[WingNut 25]

I love The Prestige. I agree with IceRat.

[WitchKingOfAngmar]

Anyone seen any early reviews of the Hellboy blu-ray? Hidefdigest doesn't have one yet, but I'd like to see a PQ score before I decide to buy it tomorrow.

[Chugga]

I've watched the Prestige 3 times since I've bought it on Blu-Ray. I tend to disagree with what a few of the people here said...once you see the movie once and the major plot points are revealed you almost need to watch it a second time just to see how intricate and well done the whole story is. The big reveal will have you going back and seeing alot of different things the 2nd time that you didn't even acknowledge the first time around. Just tiny little hints in dialogue that you didn't think twice about at first.

[grif32]

I've watched the Prestige 3 times since I've bought it on Blu-Ray. I tend to disagree with what a few of the people here said...once you see the movie once and the major plot points are revealed you almost need to watch it a second time just to see how intricate and well done the whole story is. The big reveal will have you going back and seeing alot of different things the 2nd time that you didn't even acknowledge the first time around. Just tiny little hints in dialogue that you didn't think twice about at first.

I agree great movie that you can watch a few times over.

[JaylisJayP]

I've watched the Prestige 3 times since I've bought it on Blu-Ray. I tend to disagree with what a few of the people here said...once you see the movie once and the major plot points are revealed you almost need to watch it a second time just to see how intricate and well done the whole story is. The big reveal will have you going back and seeing alot of different things the 2nd time that you didn't even acknowledge the first time around. Just tiny little hints in dialogue that you didn't think twice about at first.

This is true....but after you see it once it does lose quite a bit of it's mystery...so maybe it's worth a second rental, but I don't know about a purchase.

[HollandX]

This is true....but after you see it once it does lose quite a bit of it's mystery...so maybe it's worth a second rental, but I don't know about a purchase.

I enjoy rewatching The Usual Suspects.

[PrimeBane]

LOL... a 50-50 split now. :D

Considering it's a $40 title, I think I'll pass for now. At $30 I'd probably risk it... perhaps I'll just rent the DVD one weekend. :)

[PrimeBane]

The Complete Matrix and Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind arrived yesterday (FINALLY).

I only had time to watch Mifune's Last Stand... and wow, does it ever look great. :D

[JaylisJayP]

I enjoy rewatching The Usual Suspects.

yeah, good point...i guess it just depends on whether you really like the movie. I thought The Prestige was about as 'meh' as you can get. If Bale wasn't in it, I'd say it was a bad movie...especially compared to the Illusionist.

[Chugga]

boooooo the Prestige was 20 times better then the Illusionist

[Preditor74]

The Complete Matrix and Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind arrived yesterday (FINALLY).

I only had time to watch Mifune's Last Stand... and wow, does it ever look great. :D

I just got Sunshine and Frighteners in the mail. Popped both in just to see how they look...

Sunshine looks FANTASTIC for an indie film.

The Frighteners looks MUCH better than some of the reviews say it does! It really does look high def!

[grif32]

I enjoy rewatching The Usual Suspects.

2nd all time fav. movie.

I figure if I am going to rent it 2 or more times then its a buy.

chris

[Chugga]

Long story short I've come to the conclusion that catalog heavy weeks suck because no one ever wants to carry catalog titles. 4 classic catalog titles come out this week and what do I see on every shelf I come across? Freakin a dozen copies of Norbit. No one wants that movie.

Walmart also had a hell of a deal on Season 1 of Weeds. I've never seen the show and rarely heard of it but if you are only going to charge $19.99 for a full season of a tv show in HD I don't care if it's the golden girls thats too good of a deal to pass up.

[Chugga]

Oh by the way I know we rag on them alot but FYE is really coming around. Last month or so I've gotten the vast majority of my movies from them. They get in the old stuff that no one else wants to carry. Enter the Dragon, Road Warrior, Dirty Dozen, Revenge, Dirty Dancing, Donnie Brasco, Trading Places, Coming to America, etc etc. They get them all in. Hell I didn't even know/remember half those movies I listed had even come out yet until I saw them today at FYE. But ontop of them getting in at least 1 of everything their deals aren't half bad, I was able to land both Hellboy and Trading Places for lower then Walmart and Best Buy were charging. I'm telling you FYE isn't such a bad option anymore at the very least for catalog titles.

[JaylisJayP]

Oh by the way I know we rag on them alot but FYE is really coming around. Last month or so I've gotten the vast majority of my movies from them. They get in the old stuff that no one else wants to carry. Enter the Dragon, Road Warrior, Dirty Dozen, Revenge, Dirty Dancing, Donnie Brasco, Trading Places, Coming to America, etc etc. They get them all in. Hell I didn't even know/remember half those movies I listed had even come out yet until I saw them today at FYE. But ontop of them getting in at least 1 of everything their deals aren't half bad, I was able to land both Hellboy and Trading Places for lower then Walmart and Best Buy were charging. I'm telling you FYE isn't such a bad option anymore at the very least for catalog titles.

i agree....i'm going to get Trading Places when I can of the movies that came out this week. Tell me what you think of the PQ. I'm not expecting much given the film's age, though.

[HollandX]

i agree....i'm going to get Trading Places when I can of the movies that came out this week. Tell me what you think of the PQ. I'm not expecting much given the film's age, though.


You may be very surprised then!

http://hddvd.highdefdigest.com/tradingplaces.html

[JaylisJayP]

You may be very surprised then!

http://hddvd.highdefdigest.com/tradingplaces.html

i did see that review...highdefdigest can either be spot on or completely off base with their reviews of movies. But this is another one (like T2, and the upcoming Sneakers for HD DVD) that I never owned or don't currently own on DVD, and only VHS. So, of the two classic Eddie Murphy titles that just came out, Trading Places is the first one I want to pick up.

[HollandX]

I can't wait to watch Coming to America in hi def.

[JaylisJayP]

I can't wait to watch Coming to America in hi def.

for the bathtub scene?

[Chugga]

I couldn't find Coming to America anywhere today so good luck with that. Best Buy won't be carrying it in stores only online and Walmart by me is very questionable when it comes to catalog titles. My FYE had the price tag up for it and the sticker that said "on sale $22.99" but apparently I was a little late showing up as it was gone.

[JaylisJayP]

I couldn't find Coming to America anywhere today so good luck with that. Best Buy won't be carrying it in stores only online and Walmart by me is very questionable when it comes to catalog titles. My FYE had the price tag up for it and the sticker that said "on sale $22.99" but apparently I was a little late showing up as it was gone.


Where'd you get Trading Places (assuming you got that) and for how much?

[JaylisJayP]

I couldn't find Coming to America anywhere today so good luck with that. Best Buy won't be carrying it in stores only online and Walmart by me is very questionable when it comes to catalog titles. My FYE had the price tag up for it and the sticker that said "on sale $22.99" but apparently I was a little late showing up as it was gone.


I've noticed Circuit City has a bunch of catalog titles by me now...so if they have it in I'd imagine they'd price-match the FYE sale price.

[HollandX]

for the bathtub scene?

SEXUAL CHOCOLATE!

[HollandX]

only samuel l jackson movie ever where he doesn't say MFer?

[WitchKingOfAngmar]

only samuel l jackson movie ever where he doesn't say MFer?
That's a deleted scene.

[HollandX]

That's a deleted scene.

I warned you. I will be forced to thrash you.

[captain_narcolepsy]

just used the deep discount dvd "dealcatcher" got planet earth and the ultimate matrix set for $112 bucks delivered!!! just gotta wait til they are back in stock. this is my first time ordering from this website. is everything fairly smooth? thanks again to those that posted about the deal

[IceRat]

I assume "dealcatcher" is one of the many codes for their 20% off sale

yes Deep Discount is a very reliable etailer

you may have to wait a bit if they are out of stock on what are likely popular titles during a heavy volume period for them

[HollandX]

they are very good, but their shipping is slooooooow.

[captain_narcolepsy]

do they charge before shipping or once it's shipped?

[Chugga]

Where'd you get Trading Places (assuming you got that) and for how much?

FYE for $22.99. It may be cheaper somewhere else but around here FYE was the only place carrying it.

[Chugga]

SEXUAL CHOCOLATE!

Thats the best part of the entire movie.

The soul glo commercial comes in a close 2nd though. It's such a classic movie I'm kinda annoyed I couldn't find it anywhere because everyone was so pre-occupied with carrying Norbit instead.

[JaylisJayP]

Thats the best part of the entire movie.

The soul glo commercial comes in a close 2nd though. It's such a classic movie I'm kinda annoyed I couldn't find it anywhere because everyone was so pre-occupied with carrying Norbit instead.

a few months ago i downloaded the soul glo theme song, hacked into my LG phone and set it as my ringtone when people call.

[JaylisJayP]

boooooo the Prestige was 20 times better then the Illusionist

:D

[johnnyknoxsvill]

I couldn't find Coming to America anywhere today so good luck with that. Best Buy won't be carrying it in stores only online and Walmart by me is very questionable when it comes to catalog titles. My FYE had the price tag up for it and the sticker that said "on sale $22.99" but apparently I was a little late showing up as it was gone.

Im going to pick this title up this weekend, I will look around at a few Zia Records(good place for used HD/BD movies average about $14.99 used) for you and see if they have it. If they do Ill send it over to you C+S

[UK_DaNnY]

got my pursuit of happiness, hellboy, bruce almighty liar liar n south park hds other day :D

[PrimeBane]

South Park? You mean the one episode they released on HD?

[PrimeBane]

Is there another BD sale going on at Amazon.com? How are Casino Royale, Layer Cake and Big Fish so high in sales again?

[HollandX]

Bish Fish


LOL

[PrimeBane]

That's it, make fun of the Canadian and his crappy spelling... :p

[PrimeBane]

Ah, there is a sale.

Buy 2 Sony BD get 1 free.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.html/ref=amb_link_4948952_1/002-6300487-5805604?ie=UTF8&docId=1000092881&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_r=1THEYM1FH4EGMVHBC9EJ&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=292459601&pf_rd_i=193640011

[HollandX]

Ah, there is a sale.

Buy 2 Sony BD get 1 free.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.html/ref=amb_link_4948952_1/002-6300487-5805604?ie=UTF8&docId=1000092881&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_r=1THEYM1FH4EGMVHBC9EJ&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=292459601&pf_rd_i=193640011

Holy schnikes!

I just bought 3 movies.

I thank you.

[PrimeBane]

Great, what movie did you get me? :D

[HollandX]

are you going to place it on your finger and manually spin it over a light?

[PrimeBane]

yes... I have a nice keychain with on of those blue LEDs on it. That's basically all HD is right? ;)

[HollandX]

Get a 13" TV. Sit 1" from the screen. THAT's HD.

You want surround sound? Put on some headphones.

[JaylisJayP]

Bought Trading Places Blu-Ray today at FYE.

[grif32]

Fry's online had 300 for BR for $9.99 and HD Combo for 14.99.

Chris

[HollandX]

Fry's online had 300 for BR for $9.99 and HD Combo for 14.99.

Chris

How much is shipping?

[grif32]

How much is shipping?

$6.32

Chris

[WitchKingOfAngmar]

$6.32

Chris

Link?

[WitchKingOfAngmar]

Damn! Noone in this large city of Denver seems to have Hellboy on blu-ray. I don't really want to have to order it...but the nearest FYE to me isn't even carrying blu-rays...all the Best Buys don't have it....Circuit City doesn't have it....neither do the nearest Wal-Marts....

[JaylisJayP]

the highdefdigest guy gave Hellboy high marks for Movie Quality...am I missing something here? I thought this movie got panned when it came out. I haven't seen it but it's in my Blockbuster Queue.

[HollandX]

the highdefdigest guy gave Hellboy high marks for Movie Quality...am I missing something here? I thought this movie got panned when it came out. I haven't seen it but it's in my Blockbuster Queue.

I enjoyed it.

[WitchKingOfAngmar]

the highdefdigest guy gave Hellboy high marks for Movie Quality...am I missing something here? I thought this movie got panned when it came out. I haven't seen it but it's in my Blockbuster Queue.
For the most part I remember it getting a lot of good reviews. It's one of my fav. comic movies.

[JaylisJayP]

For the most part I remember it getting a lot of good reviews. It's one of my fav. comic movies.


hmmm, you're right. 79% on rottentomatoes.

[HollandX]

It's definitely different. Very unique. Has a bit of an edge to it. If you like unique movies, you'll probably dig it.

[Cleavage Sculpt]

Anybody have Planet Earth on BD? I ordered it online but just curious if it looks much better than Discovery HD channel.

[Chugga]

Damn! Noone in this large city of Denver seems to have Hellboy on blu-ray. I don't really want to have to order it...but the nearest FYE to me isn't even carrying blu-rays...all the Best Buys don't have it....Circuit City doesn't have it....neither do the nearest Wal-Marts....

I'm the same way, NO ONE around here was carrying Hellboy. Only place that finally had it was FYE so that kinda sucks for you with yours not carrying any. I suppose you could call them back and see if they are finally carrying Blu-Rays....I kept getting no no no no no forever and then one day I show up and they have 20 disks sitting out.

[grif32]

Link?

check the avsforums. Several links to cheap BR dvd's

Chris

[civictyperboy]

Anybody have Planet Earth on BD? I ordered it online but just curious if it looks much better than Discovery HD channel.

I doubt anyone would be able to tell the difference between the discovery HD and blu-ray, I barely notice a difference when watching them, the main difference is that the blu-ray is the BBC version not the discovery, so some scenes may be different, and I know the commentary is different

[JaylisJayP]

Anybody have Planet Earth on BD? I ordered it online but just curious if it looks much better than Discovery HD channel.

I ordered it and should receive it next week...but also watched Disc 1 through Blockbuster and was very impressed. You wont be disappointed.

[HollandX]

I doubt anyone would be able to tell the difference between the discovery HD and blu-ray, I barely notice a difference when watching them, the main difference is that the blu-ray is the BBC version not the discovery, so some scenes may be different, and I know the commentary is different

The primary quality difference is that the HD channel is plagued with compression artificats on many systems. The disc release is the first time those people can watch a smooth image without being annoyed and distracted.