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C Roberts · 04-05-2003, 08:15 PM

This is unconfirmed, but someone posted elsewhere that according to TV Guide there will be a DVD release of Shogun later this year.
I hope its true.

Unicorn · 04-05-2003, 11:23 PM

It's absolutely true!

***Istagi*** · 04-06-2003, 01:59 AM

Oh it is true, just last year Shogun was an absolute noshow and non possibility.

Some studios actually listen.

This set is so mine

Unicorn · 04-06-2003, 12:33 PM

Man, I didn't realize this wasn't popular knowledge already.

You'll probably also be glad to hear that Winds of War and The Thorn Birds is in-the-works too, though none of the three have a release date named yet (may not even be this year).

Shataan · 04-06-2003, 05:20 PM

I have the series on vhs, and have watched it many times over for years. Can`t wait to own this on DVD. Hope its in widescreen as well.

Unicorn · 04-06-2003, 06:29 PM

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Originally posted by Shataan
Hope its in widescreen as well.

It would be a crime if this was. It was filmed for fullscreen 1.33:1 ratio, as befitting it's status as a television miniseries.

If they top-and-bottom crop it, or if they tilt-and-scan it, then no purchase here. NO OAR = NO SALE!

Doctor_Mabuse · 06-17-2003, 06:11 PM

Shogun is up for pre-order at DVD Empire for $55.99. It is scheduled for release on 9-23-2003. Happy Day!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Here are some listed Features:
5-Disc Set
"The Making of Shogun" - a 13 segment piece
3 Historical Perspective Featurettes
Audio Commentary by Director Jerry London on select scenes

Video: Full Frame 1.33:1 Color
Audio: Dolby Digital 5.1
Languages: English
Subtitles: English
Closed Captioned
Type: Single Side/Dual Layer
UPC Code: 097361549842
Catalog ID: PAR15498
Rating: NR
Length: 600

Shataan · 06-18-2003, 03:18 AM

well, thats kind of a letdown. Pan and scan blows. At least there is dolby digital 5.1 tho. Too bad bout them not being forward thinking enough to film it in widescreen originally.

Doctor_Mabuse · 06-18-2003, 03:43 AM

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well, thats kind of a letdown. Pan and scan blows. At least there is dolby digital 5.1 tho. Too bad bout them not being forward thinking enough to film it in widescreen originally

1.33:1 is the correct aspect ratio. This is an older mini-series filmed long before widescreen TV programs began to appear. After all not every film in the history of cinema needs to be widescreen. The 1.33:1 aspect ratio has its place.

Unicorn · 06-18-2003, 11:20 AM

The Doctor is 100% correct...Shogun is being released exactly as it was designed to be seen. It was made-for-TV and they never ever considered a theatrical release (not for a 10-hour miniseries!).

The DVD is coming out at the correct aspect ratio. The sound was remixed to 5.1 using the same techniques and company that has in the past done Singing In The Rain and is currently doing Becket. I'm sure a 2.0 Mono track will be on there as well, to perfectly duplicate the original viewing experience. Except Reagan won't be in office.

Doctor_Mabuse · 06-18-2003, 02:52 PM

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Except Reagan won't be in office

Thanks Unicorn!

WillyShatsWig · 07-01-2003, 07:25 PM

Full press release for this little beauty here.

04-05-2003, 08:15 PM	#1 (permalink)
C Roberts Banned Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Multiple Account Ban	Shogun (miniseries) on DVD This is unconfirmed, but someone posted elsewhere that according to TV Guide there will be a DVD release of Shogun later this year. I hope its true.

04-06-2003, 01:59 AM	#3 (permalink)
*Istagi* Producer/Admin Speaks for himself Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: ZZ9 Plural Z Alpha	Oh it is true, just last year Shogun was an absolute noshow and non possibility. Some studios actually listen. This set is so mine __________________ Chew, if only you could see what I've seen with your eyes Istagi's DVD's DDS 351

04-06-2003, 05:20 PM	#5 (permalink)
Shataan Supporting Actor Join Date: May 2002 Location: Canada	awesome I have the series on vhs, and have watched it many times over for years. Can`t wait to own this on DVD. Hope its in widescreen as well.

06-17-2003, 06:11 PM	#7 (permalink)
Doctor_Mabuse Actor Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Toledo, Ohio, USA	Shogun is up for pre-order at DVD Empire for $55.99. It is scheduled for release on 9-23-2003. Happy Day!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Here are some listed Features: 5-Disc Set "The Making of Shogun" - a 13 segment piece 3 Historical Perspective Featurettes Audio Commentary by Director Jerry London on select scenes Video: Full Frame 1.33:1 Color Audio: Dolby Digital 5.1 Languages: English Subtitles: English Closed Captioned Type: Single Side/Dual Layer UPC Code: 097361549842 Catalog ID: PAR15498 Rating: NR Length: 600 __________________ *Cogito, Ergo Sum* My DVD Library / My Other Videos

06-18-2003, 03:18 AM	#8 (permalink)
Shataan Supporting Actor Join Date: May 2002 Location: Canada	really? well, thats kind of a letdown. Pan and scan blows. At least there is dolby digital 5.1 tho. Too bad bout them not being forward thinking enough to film it in widescreen originally. Last edited by Shataan : 06-18-2003 at 03:21 AM.

04-05-2003, 11:23 PM	#2 (permalink)
Unicorn Actor Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: I am the only Unicorn there is	It's absolutely true!

04-06-2003, 12:33 PM	#4 (permalink)
Unicorn Actor Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: I am the only Unicorn there is	Man, I didn't realize this wasn't popular knowledge already. You'll probably also be glad to hear that Winds of War and The Thorn Birds is in-the-works too, though none of the three have a release date named yet (may not even be this year).

06-18-2003, 11:20 AM	#10 (permalink)
Unicorn Actor Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: I am the only Unicorn there is	The Doctor is 100% correct...Shogun is being released exactly as it was designed to be seen. It was made-for-TV and they never ever considered a theatrical release (not for a 10-hour miniseries!). The DVD is coming out at the correct aspect ratio. The sound was remixed to 5.1 using the same techniques and company that has in the past done Singing In The Rain and is currently doing Becket. I'm sure a 2.0 Mono track will be on there as well, to perfectly duplicate the original viewing experience. Except Reagan won't be in office.

07-01-2003, 07:25 PM	#12 (permalink)
WillyShatsWig Spammer Join Date: Jun 2003	Full press release for this little beauty here. Last edited by Istagi : 08-03-2003 at 04:28 AM.

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