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post #301 of 520
10/17/09 at 12:00pm
Didn't know where else to post this, and this seemed as good a place as any.

But, I'm knew to BD and see that many bluray titles for purchase include both the DVD & BD. Wouldn't it make sense for Blockbuster/Disney to include both discs in a single rental (especially Disney titles)? For me, it's unlikely, assuming we keep with BD (not sure yet), that we'll rent kids BD since we can't watch the disc in other rooms and in our van.

Just my vent, and wondering what others think.

thanks
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post #302 of 520
10/17/09 at 12:34pm
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Originally Posted by Stormshadow4life View Post

Don't let the subtitles throw you off...like Pan's, it's an amazing movie! Dubbing the movie in english would just ruin it

I agree with you totally. That's why I saw both in theaters and bought both on Blu-Ray.
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post #303 of 520
10/17/09 at 12:48pm
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Originally Posted by cneo View Post

Didn't know where else to post this, and this seemed as good a place as any.

But, I'm knew to BD and see that many bluray titles for purchase include both the DVD & BD. Wouldn't it make sense for Blockbuster/Disney to include both discs in a single rental (especially Disney titles)? For me, it's unlikely, assuming we keep with BD (not sure yet), that we'll rent kids BD since we can't watch the disc in other rooms and in our van.

Just my vent, and wondering what others think.

thanks

You think THAT'S bad? I'm hearing stories on Engadget HD that certain companies are removing certain features from rental discs. Also think about it from the rental companies' perspective, how much more $ would they have to lose if they did NOT allow you to spend extra $ on renting 2 separate discs? According to the article, the company claims to be losing $ on DVD rentals. I'm not saying I don't agree with you. If I had to rent 2 separate discs to watch in different places, I would probably just stick to the one format that works in both places.
Fox Removing Special Features from Rental DVD and Blu-ray Movies
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post #304 of 520
10/20/09 at 4:16pm
Hey Ralph - where you hiding?? I would love to see an update if you have the time.
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post #305 of 520
10/22/09 at 1:51am
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Originally Posted by Tandrin View Post

Hey Ralph - where you hiding?? I would love to see an update if you have the time.

Greetings,

Still here Tandrin..

I plan on making some additions/changes to this list soon. Stay tuned.


Cheers,
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post #306 of 520
10/27/09 at 6:33am
just picked up Stargate 15 anniversary edition its in 7.1 DTS-HD master audio i hope you review this one
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post #307 of 520
10/27/09 at 7:15am
Hi Ralph,

This is a little off topic, but was wondering if you were going to be providing a review of Transformers 2. I'd love your feedback on this title....
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post #308 of 520
10/27/09 at 8:16am
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Originally Posted by Dr_Kn0w View Post

Hi Ralph,

This is a little off topic, but was wondering if you were going to be providing a review of Transformers 2. I'd love your feedback on this title....

F.y.i.

Ralph has answered this question before in another thread and the answer is no due to insufficient BD copy for review.
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post #309 of 520
10/27/09 at 8:25am
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Originally Posted by Dr_Kn0w View Post

Hi Ralph,

This is a little off topic, but was wondering if you were going to be providing a review of Transformers 2. I'd love your feedback on this title....

Greetings,

Paramount didn't forward a copy for review (strange I know). I did pick up a copy but probably won't do a formal review unless time permits.

Regards,
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post #310 of 520
10/27/09 at 11:38am
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Originally Posted by Ralph Potts View Post

Greetings,

Paramount didn't forward a copy for review (strange I know). I did pick up a copy but probably won't do a formal review unless time permits.

Regards,

Hi Ralph,

I completely understand. I did hear that Paramount sent out a very limited amount of review copies (strange). However, I do hope you find some time to do a TF2 review, as it is a somewhat "high profile" release for 2009.

Here's hoping Paramount doesn't pull the same stunt with GI Joe and Star Trek.

It makes me believe that they know reviewers will give the movie itself (PQ and AQ aside) a terrible score and do not want the reviews to affect sales. And where they know a movie is good, they'll provide a review copy.

So, any bet you may not receive a review copy of GI Joe, but will receive one for Star Trek. If that's the case, we've got Paramount figured out
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post #311 of 520
10/27/09 at 11:45am
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Originally Posted by Dr_Kn0w View Post

Hi Ralph,

I completely understand. I did hear that Paramount sent out a very limited amount of review copies (strange). However, I do hope you find some time to do a TF2 review, as it is a somewhat "high profile" release for 2009.

Here's hoping Paramount doesn't pull the same stunt with GI Joe and Star Trek.

It makes me believe that they know reviewers will give the movie itself (PQ and AQ aside) a terrible score and do not want the reviews to affect sales. And where they know a movie is good, they'll provide a review copy.

So, any bet you may not receive a review copy of GI Joe, but will receive one for Star Trek. If that's the case, we've got Paramount figured out

Greetings,

If time permits I may put a review together as I agree that it is a high profile release. In my experience I haven't found that the studios perfer to send product based upon any expectation of positive press but who knows?

Regards,
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post #312 of 520
11/3/09 at 9:31pm
The collection is simply awesome.
Really very nice.Please keep sharing such more collections.Thank you for this one..
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post #313 of 520
11/4/09 at 7:33am
Can you guys name your top 5 blu rays for audio? I saw the list in the front hasnt been updated in a couple months. I just got a 7.1 home theater and want to see what it can do. I am especially looking for movies with good rear speaker usage. Thanks.
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post #314 of 520
11/4/09 at 7:37am
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Originally Posted by jps1012 View Post

Can you guys name your top 5 blu rays for audio? I saw the list in the front hasnt been updated in a couple months. I just got a 7.1 home theater and want to see what it can do. I am especially looking for movies with good rear speaker usage. Thanks.

stargate 15 anniversary is at the top of my list.
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post #315 of 520
11/4/09 at 8:18am
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Originally Posted by jps1012 View Post

Can you guys name your top 5 blu rays for audio? I saw the list in the front hasnt been updated in a couple months. I just got a 7.1 home theater and want to see what it can do. I am especially looking for movies with good rear speaker usage. Thanks.

My favorites include:

Transformers
Cloverfield
Kung-Fu Panda
Dark Knight
Sunshine

You can also refer to the reference list in the Audio-tier thread.
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post #316 of 520
11/4/09 at 11:58am
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Originally Posted by jps1012 View Post

Can you guys name your top 5 blu rays for audio? I saw the list in the front hasnt been updated in a couple months. I just got a 7.1 home theater and want to see what it can do. I am especially looking for movies with good rear speaker usage. Thanks.

Here's my list...
1. Iron Man
2. Transformers
3. Pirates of the Caribbean (trilogy)
4. Monsters vs. Aliens
5. Sunshine
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post #317 of 520
11/4/09 at 11:42pm
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Originally Posted by jps1012 View Post

Can you guys name your top 5 blu rays for audio? I saw the list in the front hasnt been updated in a couple months. I just got a 7.1 home theater and want to see what it can do. I am especially looking for movies with good rear speaker usage. Thanks.

Try the Feature Film I mixed:
"Drag Me To Hell" on BluRay.

Have fun!!
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post #318 of 520
11/9/09 at 5:18am
What scenes from your top movies do you guys like to demo for people to show off your gear? I just got a new plasma and got my surround all set up and I'm only using transformers so far...looking to buy some more. I watched GI Joe last night...i thought it looked and sounded real nice.
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post #319 of 520
11/9/09 at 5:32am
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Originally Posted by frankgpass View Post

What scenes from your top movies do you guys like to demo for people to show off your gear? I just got a new plasma and got my surround all set up and I'm only using transformers so far...looking to buy some more. I watched GI Joe last night...i thought it looked and sounded real nice.

some guy sell demo disc on avs and ebay.
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post #320 of 520
11/11/09 at 7:32am
Thread Starter 
I made some additions to the list.

Cheers,
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post #321 of 520
11/12/09 at 4:36pm
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Originally Posted by Ralph Potts View Post

I made some additions to the list.

Cheers,

Ralph,

I could find neither a review nor a recommendation of MATRIX on Blu Ray. Any reasons?

Thanks!
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post #322 of 520
11/17/09 at 3:21pm
The Patriot and Master & Commander are two of my favorite movies...but really..you put Hitman in the same category? Wow. It was cool on surround and Blu Ray and all..but it can't really share the same category as the other two. By the way Agent 47 in Hitman is played by Timothy Olyphant who also played Seth Bullock in the HBO series "Deadwood," he nailed his role...recommended for those that want to see a great western..WARNING (very offensive/high profanity/nudity) Season 1 was great goes down hill from there.

Thanks for the Blu Ray suggestions..oh not that we are missing anything, didn't see a review on GI Joe (Blu Ray) here is a link to my review...
http://audiohotspot.blogspot.com/200...ay-review.html
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post #323 of 520
11/18/09 at 6:36am
Ralph or Lee,

Any review or upcoming review for the following movies?

The Girlfriend Experience
The Professional
It's a Wonderful Life
Angels & Demons

Thanks
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post #324 of 520
11/18/09 at 7:35am
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Originally Posted by JamE55 View Post

Ralph or Lee,

Any review or upcoming review for the following movies?

The Girlfriend Experience
The Professional
It's a Wonderful Life
Angels & Demons

Thanks

Greetings,

James, The professional goes live today. Look for Angels & Demons in the coming days. I have It's a wonderful life and The girlfriend experience but haven't gotten to them. I hope to soon so stay tuned.

Regards,
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post #325 of 520
11/18/09 at 1:21pm
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Originally Posted by Ralph Potts View Post

Greetings,

James, The professional goes live today. Look for Angels & Demons in the coming days. I have It's a wonderful life and The girlfriend experience but haven't gotten to them. I hope to soon so stay tuned.

Regards,

Thanks Ralph! Looking forward to your review. I already have all of these titles on order and just waiting for them. Going to read your review on The Professional now.

Cheers,
James
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post #326 of 520
12/1/09 at 7:41am
It's too bad you can't review The Wizard of Oz or Gone with the Wind. Both movies, present on DVD's for years, have been released on Blu Ray to commemorate their 70th birthday. It is amazing what Blu ray has done for Gone with the Wind. It is hard to imagine it ever looked as good in the theater in 1939 when it was first shown. It looks far better than any prior DVD release. The Blu ray Wizard of Oz is also improved over prior DVD release, but nearly to the extent of Gone with the Wind.
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post #327 of 520
12/13/09 at 11:28pm
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Originally Posted by osofast240sx View Post

stargate 15 anniversary is at the top of my list.

i would add the new Rambo and the new punisher warzone both in 7.1dts master
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post #328 of 520
12/17/09 at 6:30pm
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Originally Posted by mpedris View Post

Ralph,

I could find neither a review nor a recommendation of MATRIX on Blu Ray. Any reasons?

Thanks!

Wondering the same.
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post #329 of 520
12/17/09 at 10:08pm
I recently picked up 3:10 To Yuma on blu ray and its fantastic. I didnt see a review on here for it, just thought i'd pass a recommendation along.
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post #330 of 520
12/17/09 at 10:10pm
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Originally Posted by fastzipperus View Post

Wondering the same.

I have the Matrix blu ray box set. The picture and sound quality are excellent and I would highly recommend it set to fans of the movies. Unfortunately, the special features are almost non existent
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