In 12 days I will post something about a very cool project in this thread regarding Blu-ray. Until then I must remain quiet about it.

Let the countdown begin :)

~Josh

Looking forward to it! :D

Me too.

Wonders what it could be...?

Ok, I'll bite... :)

Can we ask questions?

In other words, since it's in the BD software section, are we correct to assume that this has something to do with a highly anticipated release of a big hit film or hit TV show?

Ok, I'll bite... :)

Can we ask questions?

In other words, since it's in the BD software section, are we correct to assume that this has something to do with a highly anticipated release of a big hit film or hit TV show?

Yes, it involves several legendary films. That is all I can say. :)

~Josh

Yes, it involves several legendary films. That is all I can say. :)

~Josh

Josh you are very good with TEASING ;) lol

several legendary movies ? hmmm, so it is frenchise ? older movies ? recent ? :)

hehe you want to tease us for long 12 days ? ;) come on Josh

Marek

Yes, it involves several legendary films. That is all I can say. :)

~Josh
Okay. :) Just for my own sake (:)), are we correct to assume we're talking about a 2007 BD exclusive release?

Maybe The Godfather on Blu-Ray?

Okay. :) Just for my own sake (:)), are we correct to assume we're talking about a 2007 BD exclusive release?

All I can say is that it is several legendary films on Blu-ray :) Do not read more in to this then what I have written.

~Josh

Why post this "tease" until you have information you can share? What are you hoping to accomplish with a "tease"?

Why post this "tease" until you have information you can share? What are you hoping to accomplish with a "tease"?

We're just having some fun rboster. Relax and enjoy the thread buddy :)

~Josh

Hope one is Star Wars: A New Hope!!! Great to release it in may for it's 30th anniversary. I know, wishful thinking at best but one can dream!

One man's "legendary films" could be another's "You call that legendary?!" :D
But I'll wait and see like the others.

please let it be the announcement for 'Sin City' release date.

(To make it underwhelming)

OMG YOU MEAN WE'RE GETTING
Star Wars
Casablanca
Citizen Kane
The Wizard of Oz
Lawrence of Arabia
Every Hitchcock movie ever made
Star Trek
Lord of the Rings
Buffy: The Vampire Slayer
Angel
The X Files
Seinfeld
24
Friends
and Titanic
All on Blu-Ray! Wow! :D

If this "surprise" turns out to be like the unveiling of your new personal blog about how you can't wait to see classic films come out on Blu-ray then we would have to throw you overboard. It better be worthwhile.

I think its the announce dates of that list he posted awhile back...the one with the Abyss, Last of the Mohicans, etc.

In 12 days I will post something about a very cool project in this thread regarding Blu-ray. Until then I must remain quiet about it.

Let the countdown begin :)

~Josh

Will it be a Blu-ray exclusive, or available in both formats?

Will it be a Blu-ray exclusive, or available in both formats?

Again, read my posts in this thread carefully. Did I say any new releases were coming?

~Josh

I think its the announce dates of that list he posted awhile back...the one with the Abyss, Last of the Mohicans, etc.

In my opinion, the word legendary implies a time element... The only film that has been hinted for Blu-ray release that defines that word is "Lawrence of Arabia."

If I was not already neutral, that film alone would have made me buy into Blu-ray. Any self-respecting film fanatic should have that film in their top 10 list.

Why post this "tease" until you have information you can share? What are you hoping to accomplish with a "tease"?
My god, we're just having some fun. Chill out, pop open a beer, and relax. The way some people act around here, you'd think they have their entire life savings tied to the outcome of the Hd optical disc war (and war of the words on this forum).

If I had to guess, I would say Sony may give us a release date for Lawrence of Arabia, which would be sweet. I have the Superbit, but would love to replace that with a nice BD-50.

Sony is re-releasing the old Limited Edition set for a 5/8 release. Perhaps the BD debuts on the same date? They are also re-releasing Bridge on the River Kwai on the same day. I'd certainly take a BD version of that.

Zomg!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!111111111111111

Josh Has Spoken!!!!

Given everything that Josh has said, I'm guessing that we're going to see him scoop some sort of press releases whereby we're going to find out that either a.)the works of a legendary director or b.)a widely popular film franchise with some age on it are/is heading to restoration. From this, new HD elements will be produced for an eventual BD exclusive release.

Maybe it's a sale at BB?

Okay, come March 30th, I'll be checking this thread out. Beatboy does seem to have some kind of "inside information" on a lot of BD related items, so I believe what he has to say will be worth the wait.

Okay, come March 30th, I'll be checking this thread out. Beatboy does seem to have some kind of "inside information" on a lot of BD related items, so I believe what he has to say will be worth the wait.

The mans a legend :D
If it is LOA :D :D

Again, read my posts in this thread carefully. Did I say any new releases were coming?

~Josh

Does it involve the films produced by Legendary Pictures? i.e. Batman Begins on blu-ray?

In my opinion, the word legendary implies a time element... The only film that has been hinted for Blu-ray release that defines that word is "Lawrence of Arabia."

If I was not already neutral, that film alone would have made me buy into Blu-ray. Any self-respecting film fanatic should have that film in their top 10 list.

Thats an opinion. But I could care less about the movie and wouldnt waste my time with it. Of course any movie that hits BD that people will buy Im happy for but I dont care at all about that movie.

Its pretty obvious Universal will go neutral and HD-DVDs will explode around the world and kill its owners, duhh.

Uh this is stupid, just say what you gotta say.

Does it involve the films produced by Legendary Pictures? i.e. Batman Begins on blu-ray?

Batman Begins is already a planned release for Blu-Ray.
http://bluray.highdefdigest.com/releasedates.html

Its pretty obvious Universal will go neutral and HD-DVDs will explode around the world and kill its owners, duhh.
How old are you? Taken over your parents' computer again? :rolleyes:

Expecting Lawrence of Arabia and bridge.. hoping for Star wars :)

I may actually get a little inside information via Universal to pass on tomorrow!

My wife is meeting with their marketing heads tomorrow in NY City on the set of Bourne Ultimatum (actually, she is there today and will see and meet Matt Damon on the set). They are using cars her company is providing for the film.

So, of course, when she has her meeting I asked her to ask Universal's marketing head about HD DVD and when (if) they might go format nuetral. I met the woman last year and she was quite Pro HD DVD (as expected). Universal and my wife's company signed a multi year marketing deal that amonsgt other things included product placement.

Fortunately, my wife is aware of the format war and will know the right follow up questions.

I may actually get a little inside information via Universal to pass on tomorrow!
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Sweet. Keep us updated! :cool:

20th Anniversary Edition of the Star Wars Saga perhaps?

Batman Begins is already a planned release for Blu-Ray.
http://bluray.highdefdigest.com/releasedates.html


i know it was planned, but no release date has been announced.

Is the announcement about the delayed Fox movies getting new release dates?

In 12 days I will post something about a very cool project in this thread regarding Blu-ray. Until then I must remain quiet about it.

Let the countdown begin :)

~Josh

Is it something that may influence the 'format war' in Blu-Ray's favor?

I think Josh is referring to the actual movie "Legend" with Tom Cruise as the fairy/knight/hero.

Is it something that may influence the 'format war' in Blu-Ray's favor?

Considering the format war is already in Blu-ray's favor, this will probably further fortify their position.

I think it'd be alright if Universal, Warner and Paramount announced they were going BD exclusive. . .anything short of that will be a let down for me after your tease. :)

Its pretty obvious Universal will go neutral and HD-DVDs will explode around the world and kill its owners, duhh.
this is not true. universal will go blu ray exclusive soon and then hd-dvd around the world will come to life and kill their owners

I'm gonna stick with my Lawrence of Arabia and Bridge on the River Kwai getting BD announcements as the news. But I'd also be happy if it was Fox announcing all catalog titles will get priced down to $29.99.

Josh - has this forum become your own personal blog nowadays?

If this thread maintains enough interest to last 12 days i'd be shocked (in a bad way).

You guys are cracking me up with all of your predictions :) Again I have said nothing about any new Blu-ray releases or legendary directors, etc. I simply said the information will center around a very cool project involving Blu-ray and the Blu-ray disc technology.

~Josh

You guys are cracking me up with all of your predictions :) Again I have said nothing about any new Blu-ray releases or legendary directors, etc. I simply said the information will center around a very cool project involving Blu-ray and the Blu-ray disc technology.

~Josh

but it will be around some movies right ? because you said "Yes, it involves several legendary films."

Marek

but it will be around some movies right ? because you said "Yes, it involves several legendary films."

Marek

Correct.

~Josh

Regarding Lawrence of Arabia's legendary status: Thats an opinion. But I could care less about the movie and wouldnt waste my time with it. Of course any movie that hits BD that people will buy Im happy for but I dont care at all about that movie.

Then I am sure you will like Chicken Little

I think Josh is referring to the actual movie "Legend" with Tom Cruise as the fairy/knight/hero.

Nope, that one is an HD DVD exclusive.

(To make it underwhelming)

OMG YOU MEAN WE'RE GETTING
Star Wars
Casablanca
Citizen Kane
The Wizard of Oz
Lawrence of Arabia
Every Hitchcock movie ever made
Star Trek
Lord of the Rings
Buffy: The Vampire Slayer
Angel
The X Files
Seinfeld
24
Friends
and Titanic
All on Blu-Ray! Wow! :D

you forgot Saving Private Ryan

Trivial Pursuit "Cinema of the 20th Century" Blu-Ray Disc edition???

200gb disks are added to the spec.

Self editing? They put everything that went on the cutting room floor in the movie so i can edit the thing myself and watch the movie however i like.

how about an interactive feature that finds everyone watching the movie that you are now playing. Then you are able to all dis the movie with pop ups like they do on MTV ( i think it was MTV ).

mistery science theater 2000 fully interactive?

Okay, come March 30th, I'll be checking this thread out. Beatboy does seem to have some kind of "inside information" on a lot of BD related items, so I believe what he has to say will be worth the wait.
Are you sure it will be March 30? My guess is it will be something related to April 1st. After all, lots of "fun" announcements are made then, right?

You guys are cracking me up with all of your predictions :) Again I have said nothing about any new Blu-ray releases or legendary directors, etc. I simply said the information will center around a very cool project involving Blu-ray and the Blu-ray disc technology.

~Josh

My guess is that certain Hollywood studios will be using Blu-ray technology to archive classic film assets, thereby paving the way for eventual BD release to consumers?

As good a guess as anybody, right?

Are you sure it will be March 30? My guess is it will be something related to April 1st. After all, lots of "fun" announcements are made then, right?

maybe but march has 31 days. So not counting today would bring you to the 31st not the first.

30 days hath sept. april june and nov. all the rest have 31 etc....

Since Sony is releasing new versions of LOA, Kwai, and Navarone on SD soon, the speculation has long been that these are about to come out on Blu-ray as well.

He says it involves several "legendary films". These would clearly qualify.


It is clearly just a matter of the proper time.

starved for attention. *cough*

Yawn

We Are Getting World Of Warcraft!

Beatboy will announce some asinine thing like BDJ being implemented into Lawrence of Arabia and then come out the next day with an "April Fool's!"

Then he'll realize he's a day early and slowly back out of the room. :p

check this out!
Legendary will co-produce and co-finance five to six films a year in partnership with Warner Bros. Studios during an initial five-year term. Pursuant to that, Legendary Pictures has established itself in the film industry by creating a portfolio of box office successes including Batman Begins, Superman Returns, Lady in the Water, We Are Marshall, The Ant Bully, and Beerfest. Among the company's 2007 releases are Roland Emmerich's 10,000 B.C. and Frank Miller's 300, directed by Zack Snyder. Future releases include Spike Jonze's film adaptation of Maurice Sendak's classic work Where the Wild Things Are, a film adaptation of Blizzard Interactive's World of Warcraft, and an adaptation of Milton's Paradise Lost, to be directed by Scott Derrickson.

Just tell us whatever it is when you can. Until then, closing this down.