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DVDog · 09-14-2002, 01:12 PM

Or are you happy with the one you have now? I love that film & I'd love a "making of...", deleted scenes, etc. I know Spielberg regards the subject & film with respect & doesn't want to reduce it to mass market merchandising crap that other films *coughpearlharborcough* treat their subjects with, but I can't help but think there's so much that DVD could show us about great filmmaking & a truly great filmmaker.

Riedenschneider · 09-14-2002, 02:04 PM

Yes of course. Special Editions of everything please!
Ryan? Just to see that (then) new anti-steady-cam-device they deflowered there alone...

BubbleGumUK · 09-14-2002, 02:09 PM

I've held off so far, though with the BOB set coming out and SPR on TV again the other night, I am sorely tempted.

Anyone really know if this is it with the current DVD?

CruiseControl · 09-14-2002, 04:42 PM

I asked this awhile back and my reponse was pretty much dont hold your breath, so i went ahead and bought it.

Rogue · 09-14-2002, 04:46 PM

I bought a copy and suggest that you do too. I don't think there will be another version of this DVD for quite awhile (if ever).

MurDiddlyUrdler · 09-14-2002, 07:33 PM

Think about it. Many of Spielberg's other movies haven't even been released yet on DVD. Why would he come out with a special edition of this until the others were out? I highly doubt you'll see a special edition of SPR on this format.

Ruined · 09-14-2002, 09:51 PM

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Originally posted by DVDog
Or are you happy with the one you have now? I love that film & I'd love a "making of...", deleted scenes, etc. I know Spielberg regards the subject & film with respect & doesn't want to reduce it to mass market merchandising crap that other films *coughpearlharborcough* treat their subjects with, but I can't help but think there's so much that DVD could show us about great filmmaking & a truly great filmmaker.

Personally I am more than satisfied with the current DTS DVD.

sub780lime · 09-14-2002, 11:44 PM

how about Criterion Collection

J/K

Welles and Ford Fan · 09-15-2002, 05:00 AM

I've held off so far, though with the BOB set coming out ...

What is the BOB set you are referring to?

MurDiddlyUrdler · 09-15-2002, 05:36 AM

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Originally posted by Welles and Ford Fan
I've held off so far, though with the BOB set coming out ...

What is the BOB set you are referring to?

I imagine it's the Band of Brothers set that's coming out.

DrDetroit · 09-15-2002, 07:46 AM

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Originally posted by MurDiddlyUrdler
Think about it. Many of Spielberg's other movies haven't even been released yet on DVD. Why would he come out with a special edition of this until the others were out? I highly doubt you'll see a special edition of SPR on this format.

Schindler's List, Sugarland Express, and E.T. and Duel which are coming out soon enough... what else is there that hasn't been released? I think he's been pretty well-represented on DVD.

Moppy007 · 09-15-2002, 09:24 AM

i reckon we'll see a re-release some day - but probably not in the near future (ie - at least next two or three years). it'll probably have more bonus material, but i guess it's just a big waiting game.

MurDiddlyUrdler · 09-15-2002, 03:11 PM

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Originally posted by DrDetroit

Schindler's List, Sugarland Express, and E.T. and Duel which are coming out soon enough... what else is there that hasn't been released? I think he's been pretty well-represented on DVD.

Well, you've got the three Indiana Jones films and Empire of the Sun. That's a lot right there. Plus I've never heard anything about Schindler's List, but I hope you're right. Anyway, my point was that I think we'll see much more of these others before you see SPR get a re-release. I could be wrong, but I doubt you'll see an SPR re-release before the IJ movies come out and nobody knows when that will happen.

Monterey Jack · 09-15-2002, 03:24 PM

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Originally posted by MurDiddlyUrdler
Well, you've got the three Indiana Jones films and Empire of the Sun.

Empire Of The Sun is on DVD.

MurDiddlyUrdler · 09-15-2002, 04:10 PM

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Originally posted by Monterey Jack

Empire Of The Sun is on DVD.

I stand corrected. My bad.

Flash Ahhh · 09-16-2002, 05:56 AM

I'd say buy it.

I don't know why you peopel hold off on buying a DVD just anticipating a future DVD release that might not ever happen, especially when a current DVD is out.

Now, I can see if the current title is non-anamorphic, or the transfer is total crap, or in mono, or whatever. But a great DVD like Saving Private Ryan? Give me a break. You can always sell, give away or trade in your old version if a new version comes out down the road. Why deny yourself a movie you like when you can have and enjoy it without waiting?

I can understand in a case like Resident Evil.. They annouce a standard with an SE in a few months. THen I can see holding off. But on something like Saving Private Ryan? Come on, live a little drop the 20 bucks.

-Flash

**SilentBob** · 09-16-2002, 06:21 AM

I still need to see the movie *ducks and hides in cornor* You see i have it on *shudder* VHS but i would rather see it in OAR and DD on my DVD Player. I also hate renting so maybe. . .just maybe i will buy it soon.

MrTony · 09-16-2002, 07:37 AM

I'm in the "buy it now" camp as well, especially if you get the DTS version. There's no need for extras when your movie sounds that good.

aussieboy · 09-16-2002, 08:20 AM

In Regards to the subject question.
No- I think this is an over rated film and if it wasn't for the reference quality DTS soundtrack,I would not have it in my collection.I regard The Thin Red Line (which came out at the same time) to be a far superior film.Just my opinion.
Would it really be worthwhile re-releasing it?Fine Audio and Video,only extras would improve it,and i cannot see the point.
cheers

Rogue · 09-16-2002, 01:48 PM

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Originally posted by DrDetroit

Schindler's List, Sugarland Express, and E.T. and Duel which are coming out soon enough... what else is there that hasn't been released? I think he's been pretty well-represented on DVD.

He is well represented, but I won't be happy until Indy is out on DVD.

Nome King · 09-16-2002, 02:37 PM

I'm more than happy with my DTS DVD. Give me Indy.

**aintnosin** · 09-16-2002, 05:26 PM

I'd like to see (someday) a two-disk SE of SPR, if only to get both the "Into the Breech" doc and DTS sound.

Welles and Ford Fan · 09-17-2002, 04:44 AM

BoB: I imagine it's the Band of Brothers set that's coming out.

I was hoping it meant the 1969 Battle of Britain.

I'm in the "buy it now" camp as well. I've watched the dts SPR several times now, and would have hated to miss those viewings for the hypothetical version that may never come out.

If a SE later does come out of one of my faves, and I have to have it, I'll get it then and then trade the old one or give it to someone less fortunate.

snipsnapsappy · 09-17-2002, 05:45 AM

If they came out with a new version, it would probably have DD as well as the only needed DTS on it. Waste of video space if you ask me. The DTS track is reason to buy DTS equipment. The DD is a waste of space. I personally think a special edition would ruin this film. I often think too much about what I saw during a featurette instead of the message in the film. Also, what would special features teach you about this movie?

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CruiseControl Actor Join Date: May 2002	I asked this awhile back and my reponse was pretty much dont hold your breath, so i went ahead and bought it.

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MurDiddlyUrdler Banned Join Date: Aug 2002	Think about it. Many of Spielberg's other movies haven't even been released yet on DVD. Why would he come out with a special edition of this until the others were out? I highly doubt you'll see a special edition of SPR on this format.

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Welles and Ford Fan Actor Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Houston, TX USA	I've held off so far, though with the BOB set coming out ... What is the BOB set you are referring to?

09-15-2002, 09:24 AM	#12 (permalink)
Moppy007 Actor Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Melbourne Victoria Australia	i reckon we'll see a re-release some day - but probably not in the near future (ie - at least next two or three years). it'll probably have more bonus material, but i guess it's just a big waiting game.

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Flash Ahhh Moderator Emeritus Well Worth the Double Dip! Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: 8.4 Miles from the newest Hooters Restaurant	I'd say buy it. I don't know why you peopel hold off on buying a DVD just anticipating a future DVD release that might not ever happen, especially when a current DVD is out. Now, I can see if the current title is non-anamorphic, or the transfer is total crap, or in mono, or whatever. But a great DVD like Saving Private Ryan? Give me a break. You can always sell, give away or trade in your old version if a new version comes out down the road. Why deny yourself a movie you like when you can have and enjoy it without waiting? I can understand in a case like Resident Evil.. They annouce a standard with an SE in a few months. THen I can see holding off. But on something like Saving Private Ryan? Come on, live a little drop the 20 bucks. -Flash __________________ Flash - Moderator Emeritus - Savior of the Universe Criterion (krî´tir´èæn) Greek [kritËreon], *Noun.* (circa 1622) - Definitiveness. Set standard. Principle, rule or test upon which value or decision can be based. Characterization in which all others are judged.

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SilentBob Silent Director/Silent Moderator Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Burlington, Ontario	I still need to see the movie ducks and hides in cornor You see i have it on shudder VHS but i would rather see it in OAR and DD on my DVD Player. I also hate renting so maybe. . .just maybe i will buy it soon. __________________ SilentBob's DVD's Supporting both HD-DVD and Blu-ray XBOX LIVE: luvthempocket8s PS3 ONLINE: pokerlover

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aussieboy Supporting Actor Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Brisbane,Queensland,Australia	In Regards to the subject question. No- I think this is an over rated film and if it wasn't for the reference quality DTS soundtrack,I would not have it in my collection.I regard The Thin Red Line (which came out at the same time) to be a far superior film.Just my opinion. Would it really be worthwhile re-releasing it?Fine Audio and Video,only extras would improve it,and i cannot see the point. cheers __________________ Sex is like Air. It's not important unless you aint getting any. Last edited by aussieboy : 09-16-2002 at 08:26 AM.

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Welles and Ford Fan Actor Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Houston, TX USA	BoB: I imagine it's the Band of Brothers set that's coming out. I was hoping it meant the 1969 Battle of Britain. I'm in the "buy it now" camp as well. I've watched the dts SPR several times now, and would have hated to miss those viewings for the hypothetical version that may never come out. If a SE later does come out of one of my faves, and I have to have it, I'll get it then and then trade the old one or give it to someone less fortunate.

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snipsnapsappy Actor Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Shell Beach, CA, USA	If they came out with a new version, it would probably have DD as well as the only needed DTS on it. Waste of video space if you ask me. The DTS track is reason to buy DTS equipment. The DD is a waste of space. I personally think a special edition would ruin this film. I often think too much about what I saw during a featurette instead of the message in the film. Also, what would special features teach you about this movie? __________________ I balked, now the proud owner of both formats. I am now bi-partisan. I enjoy what both red and blue have to offer. My Theater MySpace

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