Is Brazil Criterion worth $45 as a blind purchase? - DVDfile.com forum for DVD, Blu-Ray, and HD-DVD

MrWilliamWallace · 05-17-2002, 07:51 PM

Hello, I am concidering getting the Brazill CC set but since I have never seen the movie and doubt the local Blockbuster has any version of It I was wondering what you guys think of the film and features.
Thanks for the help.

**SidcupMartin** · 05-17-2002, 07:59 PM

I love the film but I know a lot of people who don't. If you like any of Gilliams movies chances are you'd like this one. It's a great set as well, the extras are well worth it...

Prancer · 05-17-2002, 08:09 PM

I personally love this film. Its brilliant!!! There's so much to see in this film and that makes each viewing a treat.

Maybe this will be helpful:

http://www.dvdfile.com/software/revi...deo/brazil.htm

BubbleGumUK · 05-17-2002, 08:54 PM

If you liked "Baron Munchausen", "Time Bandits", "Twelve Monkeys" and "The Fisher King", then you will LOVE "Brazil" and this set is the best way to go.

Contains Gilliam's full length "director's cut", a disc full of supplememtal stuff, and the Universal "happy ending" studio cut.

Never before has the film process been so extensively rippped apart to show what goes on between artists and moneymen.

Ironic, then, that these themes are touched on in the movie itself!

manigrasso · 05-17-2002, 09:38 PM

Yeah, how do you feel about other Terry Gilliam flicks?

I've seen Brazil before buying the CC, and knew I'd love it, so I think it'd be hard for me,or anyone else for that matter, to advise you on the subject.

MrWilliamWallace · 05-17-2002, 10:37 PM

Unfortunatly all I have seen by him is Monty Python and the Holy Grail, cant really compare the 2...The description of Time Bandits interests me too and its cheaper too, but Brazil has the better features.

Fluffmygarfield · 05-17-2002, 10:44 PM

I'd say "no" since a lot of people are split on this movie. I personally didn't care for it although I did enjoy Monty Python and 12 Monkeys (although I'll probably never watch it again). I'd find a place where you can rent it first if you're really interested. Make sure it's the director's cut though.

**SidcupMartin** · 05-18-2002, 02:11 AM

There is a movie only version out there which I've seen at my local Blockbuster... might be worth checking out before splashing the cash.

Dehrian · 05-18-2002, 02:38 AM

Rent it first. I like Gilliam's other films, but for some reason I've never been able to make it through Brazil.

hamholio · 05-18-2002, 02:41 AM

do what i do... buy it and if you don't like it sell it or trade it. you should have no problem getting rid of that puppy.

oh yeah, and i love the movie and the set. great stuff.

interfxrence · 05-18-2002, 06:01 AM

i bought brazil: criterion blind as well... i don't think you can really compare it with python. subtlecynicalhumour. maybe its not for everyone, but i think it was an excellent purchase... i think its also the most 'complete package' for a film as well, but i guess it helps that the film had a 'history' -- i have to admit though, i have never watched the third disc / 'love conquers' all version. i did plan to though... jus tnever got around to it.

Moppy007 · 05-18-2002, 08:37 AM

Definitely rent it first. I watched it at a friend's place and i don't think i'd buy it for myself. Great disc(s) though!!

Prospero · 05-18-2002, 03:10 PM

It's one of the few DVD special editions I have where I watched all of the extras (over the course of about five days), and one of the few discs where I've watched some extras more than once. Even if you're not the biggest fan of the movie, the meticulous documentation of the making of the film (which had a turbulent and controversial history) makes it worth the price, I think. Too bad it's not anamorphic, but it's still worth the price.

Donkey · 05-18-2002, 03:13 PM

$45.00 for a movie you never saw? I would not do it. But then again I never saw the movie. So I would not know about how good or bad the movie is. I saw the trailer & it was pretty bad.

***Wirehed*** · 05-18-2002, 03:23 PM

Best. Disc. Ever.

If you love film you should not miss this. The director's cut is the only "real" version of the movie and is only available on this set.

the extras, as pointed out above, are the best ever.

and besides, if you really don't like the movie, I would be willing to bet you can sell this fantastic set on ebay for at least half what you paid for it, and you'll be richer for having the experience.

kimfair · 05-18-2002, 04:13 PM

Again It's one of those love it or hate it flicks. Personally I think it's brilliant, one of, if not my favorite film. If you buy it and don't like it don't worry, open copies of this puppy sell for at least $40 on eBay, so you'd just be out the cost of renting it. Actually since I haven't had the extra $40 to buy the DVD (I have the same set on laserdisc-and that puppy cost me over $100:rar: ), why don't you buy it and if you don't like it sell it to me-off eBay-no fees and it would go to a really good home!

manigrasso · 05-19-2002, 03:11 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Seamonkey

If you love film you should not miss this. The director's cut is the only "real" version of the movie and is only available on this set.

That's not exactly true. It turns out the Universal release of "Brazil" which came out before the CC DVD set, is also the director's cut. The running time on the label is wrong by about 11 minutes. But the CC version looks better, though still not anamorphic.

SolidSnakeASS · 05-21-2002, 10:13 PM

I finally broke down and bought it! It cost me about $75CND so it wasn't to bad, although I still wish it was cheaper then that. But it is 3 Criterion discs, which kick ass! So anyway, I still recommend seeing it first, just because it is so polarising. If you see it, and like it, buy it when you have some money burning a hole in your pocket.

mighty mint · 05-22-2002, 01:13 PM

Is it true that the CC of Brazil is NOT in anamorphic? Is it in 5.1 or would that really not affect the viewing of the movie

I'm just curious because I have been considering it as a blind puchase as well.

Kevin P · 05-22-2002, 06:49 PM

MrWilliamWallace: great film!!! Although it gets better with repeat viewings... its a smart movie!!

But I agree... buy and I'LL buy from you for $40 dollars!! :-)

manigrasso · 05-22-2002, 09:08 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by mighty mint
Is it true that the CC of Brazil is NOT in anamorphic? Is it in 5.1 or would that really not affect the viewing of the movie I'm just curious because I have been considering it as a blind puchase as well.

I don't have it in front of me, but I KNOW it's not anamorphic (its only drawback), and I'm pretty sure it's in Dolby Surround, NOT 5.1. But hey, that's the original soundtrack, so that's cool by me. IMHO, if we're gonna be sticklers about OAR, we should be purists when it comes to original audio soundtracks as well. 5.1 is nice, hey, it's great, but if it's not what the director envisioned...

SolidSnakeASS · 05-23-2002, 01:19 AM

I'm not that obsessed with anamorphic personally. I don't have a widescreen TV yet, and it is a pretty good transfer anyway (miles above the VHS and laserdisc versions...).

mighty mint · 05-23-2002, 01:33 PM

manigrasso, YHO is greatly appreciated. Thanx

05-17-2002, 07:51 PM	#1 (permalink)
MrWilliamWallace Actor Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Mass	Is Brazil Criterion worth $45 as a blind purchase? Hello, I am concidering getting the Brazill CC set but since I have never seen the movie and doubt the local Blockbuster has any version of It I was wondering what you guys think of the film and features. Thanks for the help. __________________ My Humble DVD Collection

05-17-2002, 07:59 PM	#2 (permalink)
SidcupMartin Director/Moderator Captain Paranoia Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Philadelphia, PA	I love the film but I know a lot of people who don't. If you like any of Gilliams movies chances are you'd like this one. It's a great set as well, the extras are well worth it... __________________ eternally putting the kettle on

05-17-2002, 08:09 PM	#3 (permalink)
Prancer Actor Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Baltimore, MD-USA	I personally love this film. Its brilliant!!! There's so much to see in this film and that makes each viewing a treat. Maybe this will be helpful: http://www.dvdfile.com/software/revi...deo/brazil.htm __________________ "I hope that when the world ends, I can breathe a sigh of relief because there will be so much to look forward to…”

05-17-2002, 08:54 PM	#4 (permalink)
BubbleGumUK Actor Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: England	If you liked "Baron Munchausen", "Time Bandits", "Twelve Monkeys" and "The Fisher King", then you will LOVE "Brazil" and this set is the best way to go. Contains Gilliam's full length "director's cut", a disc full of supplememtal stuff, and the Universal "happy ending" studio cut. Never before has the film process been so extensively rippped apart to show what goes on between artists and moneymen. Ironic, then, that these themes are touched on in the movie itself! __________________ Check out DVD Toons for the latest in animated discs! And catch breaking Animated-News stories here!

05-17-2002, 09:38 PM	#5 (permalink)
manigrasso Forum Sage Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: NJ	Yeah, how do you feel about other Terry Gilliam flicks? I've seen Brazil before buying the CC, and knew I'd love it, so I think it'd be hard for me,or anyone else for that matter, to advise you on the subject. __________________ manigrasso I used to have a little cropped mustache and wear brown shirts with swastika armbands. Then I read about this guy named "Hitler." Man, was my face red! No wonder why Inga was the only girl who'd go to Prom with me!

05-17-2002, 10:37 PM	#6 (permalink)
MrWilliamWallace Actor Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Mass	Unfortunatly all I have seen by him is Monty Python and the Holy Grail, cant really compare the 2...The description of Time Bandits interests me too and its cheaper too, but Brazil has the better features. __________________ My Humble DVD Collection

05-17-2002, 10:44 PM	#7 (permalink)
Fluffmygarfield Actor Join Date: Oct 2001	I'd say "no" since a lot of people are split on this movie. I personally didn't care for it although I did enjoy Monty Python and 12 Monkeys (although I'll probably never watch it again). I'd find a place where you can rent it first if you're really interested. Make sure it's the director's cut though.

05-18-2002, 02:11 AM	#8 (permalink)
SidcupMartin Director/Moderator Captain Paranoia Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Philadelphia, PA	There is a movie only version out there which I've seen at my local Blockbuster... might be worth checking out before splashing the cash. __________________ eternally putting the kettle on

05-18-2002, 02:38 AM	#9 (permalink)
Dehrian Actor Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: CA	Rent it first. I like Gilliam's other films, but for some reason I've never been able to make it through Brazil.

05-18-2002, 02:41 AM	#10 (permalink)
hamholio Actor Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Iowa.	do what i do... buy it and if you don't like it sell it or trade it. you should have no problem getting rid of that puppy. oh yeah, and i love the movie and the set. great stuff.

05-18-2002, 06:01 AM	#11 (permalink)
interfxrence Actor Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Toronto, Ontario	i bought brazil: criterion blind as well... i don't think you can really compare it with python. subtlecynicalhumour. maybe its not for everyone, but i think it was an excellent purchase... i think its also the most 'complete package' for a film as well, but i guess it helps that the film had a 'history' -- i have to admit though, i have never watched the third disc / 'love conquers' all version. i did plan to though... jus tnever got around to it.

05-18-2002, 08:37 AM	#12 (permalink)
Moppy007 Actor Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Melbourne Victoria Australia	Rent! Definitely rent it first. I watched it at a friend's place and i don't think i'd buy it for myself. Great disc(s) though!!

05-18-2002, 03:10 PM	#13 (permalink)
Prospero Actor Join Date: Mar 2001	It's one of the few DVD special editions I have where I watched all of the extras (over the course of about five days), and one of the few discs where I've watched some extras more than once. Even if you're not the biggest fan of the movie, the meticulous documentation of the making of the film (which had a turbulent and controversial history) makes it worth the price, I think. Too bad it's not anamorphic, but it's still worth the price. __________________ "US will commodify your discontent, sell it back to you on DVD." --Bruce Sterling

05-18-2002, 03:13 PM	#14 (permalink)
Donkey Actor Join Date: May 2002 Location: Akron, Ohio, USA	$45.00 for a movie you never saw? I would not do it. But then again I never saw the movie. So I would not know about how good or bad the movie is. I saw the trailer & it was pretty bad.

05-18-2002, 03:23 PM	#15 (permalink)
*Wirehed* Producer/Admin NSFW Off 'the list' Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Sacto, Ca --Near Galt, home of LeVar Burton	Best. Disc. Ever. If you love film you should not miss this. The director's cut is the only "real" version of the movie and is only available on this set. the extras, as pointed out above, are the best ever. and besides, if you really don't like the movie, I would be willing to bet you can sell this fantastic set on ebay for at least half what you paid for it, and you'll be richer for having the experience. __________________ The Order of the Zombie. The world's greatest zombie culture website. "Ph'nglui mglw'nafh Cthulhu R'lyeh wagn'nagl dominos" In his house in R'lyeh, dead Cthulhu waits for the pizza delivery guy.

05-18-2002, 04:13 PM	#16 (permalink)
kimfair No World Series Ring Since... Last night! Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Boston,MA USA	Again It's one of those love it or hate it flicks. Personally I think it's brilliant, one of, if not my favorite film. If you buy it and don't like it don't worry, open copies of this puppy sell for at least $40 on eBay, so you'd just be out the cost of renting it. Actually since I haven't had the extra $40 to buy the DVD (I have the same set on laserdisc-and that puppy cost me over $100:rar: ), why don't you buy it and if you don't like it sell it to me-off eBay-no fees and it would go to a really good home! __________________ Pray, v. To ask that the laws of the universe be annulled in behalf of a single petitioner, confessedly unworthy. -Ambrose Bierce Kimfair's CD List

05-21-2002, 10:13 PM	#18 (permalink)
SolidSnakeASS Actor Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Winterpeg, Manitobaugh, Canada	I finally broke down and bought it! It cost me about $75CND so it wasn't to bad, although I still wish it was cheaper then that. But it is 3 Criterion discs, which kick ass! So anyway, I still recommend seeing it first, just because it is so polarising. If you see it, and like it, buy it when you have some money burning a hole in your pocket.

05-22-2002, 01:13 PM	#19 (permalink)
mighty mint The Freshmaker! Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: In the Land of the Ice and Snow, eh!	Is it true that the CC of Brazil is NOT in anamorphic? Is it in 5.1 or would that really not affect the viewing of the movie I'm just curious because I have been considering it as a blind puchase as well. __________________ MM wishes he had a new tv to go with his new BD player. IMAX ~ another great Canadian invention!

05-22-2002, 06:49 PM	#20 (permalink)
Kevin P Actor Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Toronto, Canada	MrWilliamWallace: great film!!! Although it gets better with repeat viewings... its a smart movie!! But I agree... buy and I'LL buy from you for $40 dollars!! :-)

05-23-2002, 01:19 AM	#22 (permalink)
SolidSnakeASS Actor Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Winterpeg, Manitobaugh, Canada	I'm not that obsessed with anamorphic personally. I don't have a widescreen TV yet, and it is a pretty good transfer anyway (miles above the VHS and laserdisc versions...).

05-23-2002, 01:33 PM	#23 (permalink)
mighty mint The Freshmaker! Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: In the Land of the Ice and Snow, eh!	manigrasso, YHO is greatly appreciated. Thanx __________________ MM wishes he had a new tv to go with his new BD player. IMAX ~ another great Canadian invention!

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