Has any one ordered this title:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000MX7V48/104-4680110-7681555

I was kind of curious how this one was as well (had the dvd on my netflix list for a while)-- I've been tempted to just buy it because it's a Luc Besson movie (writer/producer), but I'm not completely convinced since he didn't direct it.

Two of my favorites of all time are Luc Besson (TFE and Leon), so I might just end up taking a chance on it.

Anyone see it? (on dvd?)

Is there an actual release date for this? On the HD net store they just list it as a preorder without a date... no date on amazon either.

Someone mentioned in another thread there aren't proper English subs but only has the English track for the hearing impaired instead.

I have it on order from HD.net last week. The confirmation email said 2-4 week delivery, though someone here said they called and they were actually in stock. I'll have to see what happens in the next few days.

Someone mentioned in another thread there aren't proper English subs but only has the English track for the hearing impaired instead.

That's slightly annoying, but things could be worse... As long as there is some english subtitles and a native language track, I'm okay.

@ OP

I ordered it from Amazon just now, so I guess I'll wait and see how it is -- I'll be sure to report back on how it is!

I liked this movie (rented the SD a long time ago) in a pseudo-Crank way; over the top and full of wild characters. Won't be everyone's cup of tea, but I'm thinking of getting it when payday comes next week.

Mine's going to be here tomorrow. Ordered last week through amazon and it said that it would take 4-6 weeks for delivery. But it shipped yesterday.

I'll post my impressions as soon as I get a chance to watch it.

I was kind of curious how this one was as well (had the dvd on my netflix list for a while)-- I've been tempted to just buy it because it's a Luc Besson movie (writer/producer), but I'm not completely convinced since he didn't direct it.

Two of my favorites of all time are Luc Besson (TFE and Leon), so I might just end up taking a chance on it.

Anyone see it? (on dvd?)

Is there an actual release date for this? On the HD net store they just list it as a preorder without a date... no date on amazon either.

I liked the movie. Reminded me of Crank with alot of over the top action scenes. One scene involving a foot chase was just amazing. I will buy this if it's coming on BD.

Its already selling at amazon and the hdnet store even though it says 4-6 weeks, it will ship in like three days.

I hope so!

I was kind of curious how this one was as well (had the dvd on my netflix list for a while)-- I've been tempted to just buy it because it's a Luc Besson movie (writer/producer), but I'm not completely convinced since he didn't direct it.

Two of my favorites of all time are Luc Besson (TFE and Leon), so I might just end up taking a chance on it.

Anyone see it? (on dvd?)

Is there an actual release date for this? On the HD net store they just list it as a preorder without a date... no date on amazon either.

My wife and I loved this movie. We rented it from Netflix a couple of weeks back. The fact that David Belle was in it was enough to convince me (type "david belle" on youtube to see why).

The PQ was pretty good for a SD and I remember thinking to myself that it would look awesome on Blu-ray. Looks like my wish came true. The strong point of the movie is definitely the action. The acting is just filler between awesome action scenes(kinda of like Ong-Bak and The Protector).

I'll be adding it to my collection when it's available.

Got a e-mail from Amazon today that District B13 has shipped.....
I will let everyone know how good the title looks and sounds after I view it.

felt like I was watching one of those old nike (???) commercials where people are jumping from staircase to staircase. Seen it on dvd.

I had just seen district B13 on dvd a few weeks ago, and thought it was a great senseless, scriptless action movie. plus cyril rafaelli is awesome.

so I was more than excited to see the BD release to see if it improved on the already-great-looking dvd version.

so a few days ago I picked up District B13, Babel, and The Prestige. I watched district first, and was quite impressed...the PQ is a noticeable improvement over the low-def version. the menu was quite impressive as well...very 3-D. also, I noticed details I couldn't see on dvd. for instance, at the beginning, when K2 grabs the hot dogs off the grill, on dvd I had not noticed he had 2 hot dogs in his hand, rather than 1...the detail just wasn't there on dvd to notice that. the sound is excellent as well. and like others said, it doesn't have proper english subs. however, I thought the english dub was very good...the voice acting was pretty over the top and exaggerated, like the film. I speak french, but this is one dub track I don't mind, particularly in light of the subtitle issue.

so, all in all, i'd definitely recommend DB13, particularly if you're a fan of either Luc Besson (think "Wasabi," not "The Professional") or Tony Jaa/Jackie Chan stunt films.

I'd go on with my opinion of The Prestige as well since I watched it last night, but I'd only be repeating what highdefdigest and dvdtalk already said, it looks and sounds fantastic, and is a great film to boot.

Got a e-mail from Amazon today that District B13 has shipped.....
I will let everyone know how good the title looks and sounds after I view it.

Looks like I'll have to give HD.net a call and make sure mine is going out from them.

Mine just went into shipping soon status today from Amazon. Looks like its In Stock on the site as well.

I started the same thread about a week ago...use the search feature ladies and gents. It works...

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=801222&highlight=district+b13

If you go for the Transporter/Crank stuff and if you like the opening chase sequence in Casino Royale, this is going to be an amazing movie.

Even though the acting was terrible, as far as action flicks go, I actually haven't seen one this intense. Ever. The fighting and chase scenes are well choreographed and flow like poetry.

Thinking about ordering this and Stranger Than Fiction from Amazon after I get paid this week... seem like 2 good buys.

Just don't expect any of these people to win an oscar for acting. There's very little dialogue and these guys let their fists do most of their talking.

PQ is excellent. And the SDH aren't really that annoying, most people probably won't even notice them. Movie was pretty good too. Lots of action.

I own this on SD DVD and it was an awesome movie with a fantastic transfer.

Just don't expect any of these people to win an oscar for acting. There's very little dialogue and these guys let their fists do most of their talking.

You are talking to somebody who enjoys Transporter, Transporter 2, Crank, and friggin Ultraviolet... I don't think I will be let down by the action ;).

Placed my order with HDnet on 2/1, was told it was in stock, and I still have yet to be charged or have my order shipped. Multiple emails have been ignored. Order cancelled.

I just bought World's Fastest Indian from Amazon instead and now that Netflix has B13 I'll just rent it. Pitiful customer service from HDnet.

Same here. Placed my order with them on 2/6 and nada. Screw them. Gonna see how easy it is to cancel from Hdnet and get it from Amazon, who has it in stock.

I got mine from HDnet...just had to call them up and they took care of it!

Matt

IMHO, the PQ of District 13 Blu-Ray was high tier 1.

Very Impressive!!!

Just got an email back from HDNet telling me they've been backordered on that title for a while. I canceled the order with them and just ordered it from Amazon who has it in stock. Can't wait to finally get this!

I started the same thread about a week ago...use the search feature ladies and gents. It works...

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=801222&highlight=district+b13

sour grapes, much...?

;)

why wasn't this movie in its original language "french" with english subs

dang, I really was hoping this would be the case, it wasn't...

the picture is really good for this movie, the plot is ok and the acting is so so

very entertaining tho

sour grapes, much...?

;)

u waited almost 5 months to say that? :D

why wasn't this movie in its original language "french" with english subs

dang, I really was hoping this would be the case, it wasn't...

the picture is really good for this movie, the plot is ok and the acting is so so

very entertaining tho

what makes u say it's not in french?

why wasn't this movie in its original language "french" with english subs

dang, I really was hoping this would be the case, it wasn't...

the picture is really good for this movie, the plot is ok and the acting is so so

very entertaining tho
Um... huh? It IS in French with English subs... ? At least, that's how I set it up on my disc when I watched it.

icemage as in, ice block and frostbolt WoW ice mage?

Um... huh? It IS in French with English subs... ? At least, that's how I set it up on my disc when I watched it.

seriously?

crap, my wasn't

I tried to switch the settings,

In the settings menu I set it up to be with english subs, it gave me english voice and english subs...there is no option for language french with english subs

weird

http://bluray.highdefdigest.com/districtb13.html

shows ddex and dts for both english and french.

icemage as in, ice block and frostbolt WoW ice mage?
Um... no. :)

*stabs Blizzard Entertainment in the eye with a rusty ice pick* :mad:

I've been using this username online for over 20 years (I'm an old old school Dungeons and Dragons player who thought it was unfair that all the good offensive magic in the game was fire-based...).

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Yes, you can set the audio and subtitles separately on the Banlieu 13/District B13 disc. I strongly recommend French audio with English subtitles, as the English dub is much weaker to the point of being jarring. Helps a bit if you're somewhat familiar with spoken French to catch some of the colloquialisms that don't quite come through the translation, but since the film is an action flick from start to finish, that's really not terribly necessary. :)

PQ = Outstanding, as good it gets, IMO.
SQ = Excellent

Movie = Very entertaining, lots of amazing stunts that leave you stunned, not much plot or character development but this is an 80-min pure action film. The English subs indeed sound badly translated, but because the dialogue is essentially unimportant, I didn't care.

A definite buy.

I have a copy, I think it is great. For the best experience, I recommend to see it in French.

It is a very physical film. There is a lot of parkour. There is a reference to “Scarface”. There is a very long feature on the making of the movie, with actor interviews and stuff.

yep, i quite enjoyed district b13!