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Marq · 10-22-2002, 08:43 PM

Was browsing the Criterion website (www.criterionco.com) and found out a few new releases that have been announced. They would be...

Band of Outsiders (Bande à part) - Jean-Luc Godard

Trouble in Paradise - Ernst Lubitsch

Pépé le Moko - Julien Duvivier

I'm very interested in the first one. Will have to research the other 2. They're all slated for a January release.

Marq · 10-22-2002, 08:45 PM

Here's the always gorgeous cover art....

Marq · 10-22-2002, 08:45 PM

Riedenschneider · 10-22-2002, 08:46 PM

Bande à part! Finally...

Never saw it, but looking for since 1992

Marq · 10-22-2002, 08:47 PM

Sorrry, but I honestly couldn't figure out how to put all pics in one post...

and for fun... one of my most anticipated Criterion releases... in November:

Marq · 10-22-2002, 08:49 PM

oops, forgot about:

Cap'n Katanga · 10-22-2002, 08:49 PM

Oh beautiful! Those covers are truly remarkable...I'll be picking up both Godard's.

sub780lime · 10-22-2002, 09:27 PM

is it just me or does it seem like there are way too many criterion collection dvds

fuser · 10-22-2002, 09:32 PM

The last cover seems to be colorized... or was it that way originally?

DrDetroit · 10-22-2002, 09:45 PM

IMO, they should've just called it Bande a Part as it's probably more recognizable under its french title, but that's no real biggie. I'll probably pick up Contempt sight unseen.

Marq · 10-22-2002, 10:17 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by sub780lime
is it just me or does it seem like there are way too many criterion collection dvds

Not really.
Probably the LEAST amount of titles compared to any other DVD studio.
They release maybe a dozen every MONTH? So I'd have to disagree. The more the better I say.

JayPea · 10-23-2002, 03:11 AM

Put me down for a copy of Contempt, please.

And while I'm on the topic of Criterion November releases, Solaris looks mighty nice as well (hmmm...need money).

Riedenschneider · 10-23-2002, 12:50 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Marq
They release maybe a dozen every MONTH?

166 since March 1998 = 3 per month

In September '02 = 3 releases
In October '02 = 2 releases

Prancer · 10-23-2002, 01:20 PM

I love Criterion Collection's covers. They are beautiful!

I want to get all these movies eventually. It matters not if I do not know anything about the films. It promises to be entertaining.

As far as too many Criterion releases, well, I don't believe they have many as indicated by Marq and Riedenschndeider.

They have great selections.

Marq · 10-23-2002, 03:40 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Riedenschneider
166 since March 1998 = 3 per month

In September '02 = 3 releases
In October '02 = 2 releases

thanks for the facts, jack!

Thus concludes the debate. Criterion definitely does NOT release too many DVDs.

Riedenschneider · 10-23-2002, 04:19 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Prancer
As far as too many Criterion releases, well, I don't believe they have many as indicated by Marq and Riedenschndeider.

I was indicating that they have few releases.

Prancer · 10-23-2002, 04:36 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Riedenschneider
I was indicating that they have few releases.

Woops, that's what I meant. So sorry, me take long time to read.

Skip McCoy · 10-23-2002, 07:02 PM

I am quite excited for TROUBLE IN PARADISE. It's a fantastic movie. There's not enough Lubitsch on dvd(just picked up Shop Around the Corner, now Warners has to put out TO BE OR NOT TO BE).
I am also going to puchase Contempt, Solaris and Band of Outsiders.

SolidSnakeASS · 10-23-2002, 11:57 PM

That Trouble in Paradise cover is nasty. The other ones are great though.

tvboy · 10-24-2002, 12:06 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by sub780lime
is it just me or does it seem like there are way too many criterion collection dvds

They only put out 2 or 3 titles per month...that's not too many.
Considering that Criterion releases some very fine films that you would not be able to see otherwise, this is a monthly treat!

Jellodyne · 10-24-2002, 04:07 PM

Bande à part, now I get the name of QT's Production company - A Band Apart. May have to check that one out.

Riedenschneider · 10-24-2002, 04:17 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Jellodyne
Bande à part, now I get the name of QT's Production company - A Band Apart. May have to check that one out.

I read that he has a huge, no GIGANTIC Bande à part-poster in his house...

SolidSnakeASS · 10-25-2002, 04:47 AM

I doubt it's still up... On the Reservoir Dogs features he goes on about how he isn't really a big Godard fan anymore and that he prefers the work of Melville. I'm guessing this is because he burnt himself out on G's work by over-watching it.

orko007 · 10-25-2002, 08:16 AM

Why did Criterion release Armageddon and The Rock. I honestly do not see them as classics myself, and do not see how they meet the criteria.

theta · 10-25-2002, 11:18 PM

Well, since I hate most of Godard's movies (I won't disagree that he's influential, but "influential" does not automatically translate to "good"), I can't say I'm that excited for "Contempt" or "Band of Outsiders." But I can't wait for "Solaris", "Trouble In Paradise" or the rumored "Fear and Loathing In Las Vegas" disc. And I'm still waiting for "The Exterminating Angel." I mean, dammit, "Discreet Charm" and "That Obscure Object of Desire" were GREAT! Criterion already sells a VHS, what's the holdup?
I'm also highly interested in "Pepe Le Moko", but I agree, a little research is in order.

Riedenschneider · 10-25-2002, 11:23 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by orko007
Why did Criterion release Armageddon and The Rock. I honestly do not see them as classics myself, and do not see how they meet the criteria.

From the http://www.criteriondvd.com FAQ: "Since Criterion is supposed to release "important films," why did Criterion release Armageddon?

Criterion makes every effort to represent every genre in its releases. Armageddon is considered to fulfill the "big-budget summer blockbuster" genre."

Strange answer I know...

PaddyMcAloon · 11-04-2002, 08:17 PM

Does anyone have the skinny on "La Strada" popping up on dvd? I have the ld but I don't want to shell out for a ld player that flips automatically...I heard something about it say, oh 6 months ago, and then nothing. Anyone? aaghhhh...

martini · 11-05-2002, 05:06 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by PaddyMcAloon
Does anyone have the skinny on "La Strada" popping up on dvd? I have the ld but I don't want to shell out for a ld player that flips automatically...I heard something about it say, oh 6 months ago, and then nothing. Anyone? aaghhhh...

It's almost 100% that Criterion will release "La Strada" in 2003.

:p

10-22-2002, 08:43 PM	#1 (permalink)
Marq Actor Join Date: May 2001 Location: Ottawa	New Criterions announced Was browsing the Criterion website (www.criterionco.com) and found out a few new releases that have been announced. They would be... Band of Outsiders (Bande à part) - Jean-Luc Godard Trouble in Paradise - Ernst Lubitsch Pépé le Moko - Julien Duvivier I'm very interested in the first one. Will have to research the other 2. They're all slated for a January release.

10-22-2002, 08:46 PM	#4 (permalink)
Riedenschneider Actor Join Date: May 2002 Location: Hamburg, Deutschland	Bande à part! Finally... Never saw it, but looking for since 1992 __________________ "The Hughes wealth, power and sex appeal devastated scores of broken-hearted movie stars and made grown men shudder with envy and anxiety every time he entered a room. Mr. DiCaprio just makes any logical person over 14 wonder if he ever graduated high school." -Rex Reed

10-22-2002, 09:27 PM	#8 (permalink)
sub780lime Can't Spell Bilbo Join Date: May 2002 Location: A Galaxy Far Far Away	is it just me or does it seem like there are way too many criterion collection dvds __________________ love comes and goes, but an avatar . . . that's forever. - Pirate

10-22-2002, 09:32 PM	#9 (permalink)
fuser Actor Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Cd. Madero, MEXICO	The last cover seems to be colorized... or was it that way originally? __________________ I am the Clit Commander! Supervaca.com - The best DVD forums in spanish!

10-22-2002, 09:45 PM	#10 (permalink)
DrDetroit Actor Join Date: May 2001 Location: Vancouver	IMO, they should've just called it Bande a Part as it's probably more recognizable under its french title, but that's no real biggie. I'll probably pick up Contempt sight unseen. __________________ And these Detroit women won't let Dr. Detroit rest. DVDs

10-22-2002, 08:49 PM	#7 (permalink)
Cap'n Katanga Actor Join Date: Feb 2002	Oh beautiful! Those covers are truly remarkable...I'll be picking up both Godard's.

10-23-2002, 03:11 AM	#12 (permalink)
JayPea Actor Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: The capital of Canada (take a wild guess).	Put me down for a copy of Contempt, please. And while I'm on the topic of Criterion November releases, Solaris looks mighty nice as well (hmmm...need money). __________________ You know what would make a good story? Something about a clown who makes people happy, but inside he's real sad. Also, he has severe diarrhea.

10-23-2002, 01:20 PM	#14 (permalink)
Prancer Actor Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Baltimore, MD-USA	I love Criterion Collection's covers. They are beautiful! I want to get all these movies eventually. It matters not if I do not know anything about the films. It promises to be entertaining. As far as too many Criterion releases, well, I don't believe they have many as indicated by Marq and Riedenschndeider. They have great selections. __________________ "I hope that when the world ends, I can breathe a sigh of relief because there will be so much to look forward to…”

10-23-2002, 07:02 PM	#18 (permalink)
Skip McCoy Actor Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Los Angeles	I am quite excited for TROUBLE IN PARADISE. It's a fantastic movie. There's not enough Lubitsch on dvd(just picked up Shop Around the Corner, now Warners has to put out TO BE OR NOT TO BE). I am also going to puchase Contempt, Solaris and Band of Outsiders. __________________ "Well, I'm outta here. Dark Shadows doesn't watch itself...." My DVD things

10-23-2002, 11:57 PM	#19 (permalink)
SolidSnakeASS Actor Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Winterpeg, Manitobaugh, Canada	That Trouble in Paradise cover is nasty. The other ones are great though.

10-24-2002, 04:07 PM	#21 (permalink)
Jellodyne Actor Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Minneapolis, MN, US	Bande à part, now I get the name of QT's Production company - A Band Apart. May have to check that one out. __________________ DO NOT SIT NEXT TO DENIS!

10-25-2002, 04:47 AM	#23 (permalink)
SolidSnakeASS Actor Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Winterpeg, Manitobaugh, Canada	I doubt it's still up... On the Reservoir Dogs features he goes on about how he isn't really a big Godard fan anymore and that he prefers the work of Melville. I'm guessing this is because he burnt himself out on G's work by over-watching it.

10-25-2002, 08:16 AM	#24 (permalink)
orko007 Actor Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: AUSTRALIA	Why did Criterion release Armageddon and The Rock. I honestly do not see them as classics myself, and do not see how they meet the criteria. __________________ does the godfather collection count as 1 blu-ray or 3 or 4 with the bonus disc? -

10-25-2002, 11:18 PM	#25 (permalink)
theta Cheap Cerebral Paralysis Join Date: May 2002 Location: In aintnosin's basement	Well... Well, since I hate most of Godard's movies (I won't disagree that he's influential, but "influential" does not automatically translate to "good"), I can't say I'm that excited for "Contempt" or "Band of Outsiders." But I can't wait for "Solaris", "Trouble In Paradise" or the rumored "Fear and Loathing In Las Vegas" disc. And I'm still waiting for "The Exterminating Angel." I mean, dammit, "Discreet Charm" and "That Obscure Object of Desire" were GREAT! Criterion already sells a VHS, what's the holdup? I'm also highly interested in "Pepe Le Moko", but I agree, a little research is in order. __________________ "I need bling, I tell you, BLING!!!" --Palmerlime Theta's discs, 300 mark crossed, 400 here we come!

11-04-2002, 08:17 PM	#27 (permalink)
PaddyMcAloon Actor Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Indiana	Does anyone have the skinny on "La Strada" popping up on dvd? I have the ld but I don't want to shell out for a ld player that flips automatically...I heard something about it say, oh 6 months ago, and then nothing. Anyone? aaghhhh... __________________ The most pathetic loser in the universe, that I am HE HATE ME

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