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jbat31 · 12-09-2004, 06:41 PM

Well,

I got this in th email today and I just can't keep it. For one thing. I did not like the last movie in the series. Call me a Hollywood ending type of guy, but it botherd me the way it ended. Yeah i wanted anice and happy ending. Secondly, I already own all three, and I really only bought this for the first one's remastered video. That being said, it appears that in the near future we will get a single release in HD or otherwise, so I shall return this. I have watched the first one many times, but the next two, only once a piece.

tic-tac · 12-09-2004, 06:43 PM

I'll give ya $20 USD.

Marq · 12-09-2004, 06:46 PM

larphillips · 12-09-2004, 06:47 PM

So I still don't understand why you bought it in the first place.

tic-tac · 12-09-2004, 06:50 PM

$21.38

Vonner · 12-09-2004, 06:53 PM

wow, this has turned into eBay.

jbat31 · 12-09-2004, 06:54 PM

Well,

I bought it because no matter what, I do like the movies, especially the first one. I am unhappy with how the series ended, but still like it. I guess I just now feel I spen 52 dollars on the frist one. I just want the first one by itself, as I am happy with the other two that I already own. And, with the announcements fo HD DVD coming by the end of next year, I feel Matrix woudl probably be one of their first relased

projecteightysix · 12-09-2004, 07:03 PM

lostwire · 12-09-2004, 07:10 PM

A few questions:

1) Do you have any pictures of the set?

2) How would you rate the condition?

3) Would you cover the shipping if I chose the Buy It Now option?

tic-tac · 12-09-2004, 07:16 PM

You don't by any chance have a Back to the Future trilogy (fixed versions, of course) that's sitting around underwhelming you, do you? I'd like to save on shipping.

jbat31 · 12-09-2004, 07:20 PM

LOL. I haven't opened it. I am returning to the store, in this case circuit city for a full refun. The bidding was funny though. I got caught up in the moment and ordered it online last week........damn you circuitcity card

Marq · 12-09-2004, 07:22 PM

Damn.

larphillips · 12-09-2004, 07:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lostwire

A few questions:

1) Do you have any pictures of the set?

2) How would you rate the condition?

3) Would you cover the shipping if I chose the Buy It Now option?

Dude, just look at his feedback. I would seriously reconsider placing a bid.

jbat31 · 12-09-2004, 08:13 PM

Where do I have negative feedback from anyone on here

Notoriousaurus · 12-09-2004, 08:20 PM

You have negative feedback on your "My Purchasing Decisions" page.

lostwire · 12-09-2004, 08:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by larphillips

Dude, just look at his feedback. I would seriously reconsider placing a bid.

Thanks Lar - almost missed that & would hate to be burned again. I also just noticed he's located in Ohio & that would take like, forever to get here.

larphillips · 12-09-2004, 08:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lostwire

Thanks Lar - almost missed that & would hate to be burned again. I also just noticed he's located in Ohio & that would take like, forever to get here.

It is quite nearly an impossible trek. Around the majestic Lake Erie, over the mighty Ohio River, and traversing the dangerous Allegheny Mountains. Many a man has been lost on such a journey, never to be seen or heard from again. Legend has it that those who haven't lost their lives have established encampments along the way, but those are just tales told by crazy old fur traders.

aedavela · 12-09-2004, 09:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by larphillips

It is quite nearly an impossible trek. Around the majestic Lake Erie, over the mighty Ohio River, and traversing the dangerous Allegheny Mountains. Many a man has been lost on such a journey, never to be seen or heard from again. Legend has it that those who haven't lost their lives have established encampments along the way, but those are just tales told by crazy old fur traders.

Or they just end up in Buffalo or Niagara Falls.

larphillips · 12-09-2004, 09:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by aedavela

Or they just end up in Buffalo or Niagara Falls.

One of those insane traders told me such a tale of those two camps. He said that Buffalo was covered in a vast blanket of white that was nearly as deep as his chin. He claims that he has lost many a donkey in the frozen ivory death.

He also told of a camp near some grand falls. Supposedly, the natural beauty of the falls has been sullied by much gambling and figures carved of wax. He spoke often of attending something called the "Canadian Ballet" with a wistful look in his eyes that belied his age.

But I fear that the old fellow lost his mind many, many years ago. I think the native peoples have given him something to eat or smoke that made him see colors and not much else.

lostwire · 12-09-2004, 09:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by larphillips

It is quite nearly an impossible trek. Around the majestic Lake Erie, over the mighty Ohio River, and traversing the dangerous Allegheny Mountains. Many a man has been lost on such a journey, never to be seen or heard from again. Legend has it that those who haven't lost their lives have established encampments along the way, but those are just tales told by crazy old fur traders.

That's all I need, Lar! It's bad enough the set would be held up for weeks at the Ohio River while each member of the ship's crew had a night with it, but there's no way in fucking Hell I could live with the fact some damn Allegheny fur trader got his stinking mitts all over it!

larphillips · 12-09-2004, 09:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lostwire

That's all I need, Lar! It's bad enough the set would be held up for weeks at the Ohio River while each member of the ship's crew had a night with it, but there's no way in fucking Hell I could live with the fact some damn Allegheny fur trader got his stinking mitts all over it!

On those cold lonely nights in the wilderness, a stack of DVDs is like a woman to them. And the bust of Keanu only adds to their illusion.

tvboy · 12-09-2004, 09:21 PM

I bought Band Of Brothers but took it back because I didn't like the last episode. The damn Germans lost!!!!

larphillips · 12-09-2004, 09:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tvboy

I bought Band Of Brothers but took it back because I didn't like the last episode. The damn Germans lost!!!!

If you watch it in reverse, the Germans kick ass!

tvboy · 12-09-2004, 09:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by larphillips

If you watch it in reverse, the Germans kick ass!

I did that with Pearl Harbour - it was freakin' amazing!

jbat31 · 12-09-2004, 10:09 PM

ok I get it.....i get i get it. I guess in retrospect, I have made some poor decisions, either way youlook at it and yes Ohio is a black hole. Remember, we are in Jesus Land according to Michael Moore

I will rewatch the other two that i already have before making up my mind for sure....I have not seen the animatrix.....for those that have is that good?

12-09-2004, 11:16 PM

Keep it!

There's a lot more in this set than just the "first one's" remastered video. Besides, the set looks cool (or at least mine does) sitting next to the other 3 stand-alone movies. I wish the $89.99 set was a lot cheaper, I'd buy it also just for the sake of having it. I can' see spending that much for the same 10 disks, a comic book, plus a Neo "bust"...Now, maybe it they would have had a "Trinity" "bust" I might have picked it up

PALMERLIME · 12-09-2004, 11:19 PM

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Originally Posted by HarleyRider

Besides, the set looks cool (or at least mine does) sitting next to the other 3 stand-alone movies.

Okay. I'm sold.

videoworx · 12-10-2004, 12:41 AM

Quote:

I have not seen the animatrix.....for those that have is that good?

no, it sucks - return the set and exchange it for the adam sandler box set...you'll be glad you did...oh, and make sure it's the pan & scan set - those black bars totally suck and ruin every movie (especially the matrix - have you seen the cut off heads on that movie..sheeesh)

tvboy · 12-10-2004, 12:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by videoworx

no, it sucks - return the set and exchange it for the adam sandler box set...you'll be glad you did...oh, and make sure it's the pan & scan set - those black bars totally suck and ruin every movie (especially the matrix - have you seen the cut off heads on that movie..sheeesh)

Be nice - not everyone likes Adam Sandler. There are a few Jerry Lewis fans kicking around. (I, for one, enjoy doing the kicking)

LeChuck · 12-10-2004, 02:07 AM

I really liked the animatrix. Some were clunkers, but all of them had great animation. I especially liked The Kid and Detective Story. Final Flight had incredible animation.

panhead4life · 12-10-2004, 01:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jbat31

Well,

I bought it because no matter what, I do like the movies, especially the first one. I am unhappy with how the series ended, but still like it. I guess I just now feel I spen 52 dollars on the frist one. I just want the first one by itself, as I am happy with the other two that I already own. And, with the announcements fo HD DVD coming by the end of next year, I feel Matrix woudl probably be one of their first relased

..............everyone knows HD-DVD/Blu-Ray is coming out in the near future...so why the hell did you buy it? Shoulda just rented it. Good luck returning an open copy to a store!

KSC2-303 · 12-10-2004, 04:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by larphillips

If you watch it in reverse, the Germans kick ass!

And during episode 6, you'll hear Nixon saying "ALL HAIL THE DARK FATHER FOR HE IS THE BRINGER OF DESTRUCTION AND PAIN".

Surf Monkey · 12-10-2004, 06:07 PM

On a serious note...

One thing that disappoints me about the Matrix box is the severe lack of photo galleries that explore the conceptual art and the amazing story boards that Larry and Andy commissioned for the first film. They touch on some of these things in the docus but I would have liked to have seen a few hundred static screens showcasing that, like the extensive galleries of conceptual art found on the Toy Box set.

Other than that the set is great!

BubbleGumUK · 12-10-2004, 06:57 PM

Got my set!

One question I was wondering:

The box seems to be made up of loads of tiny squares. Hold it up to the light and you can see these little roughly one-inch squares which makes up the lines of code cover.

All the ones in the shop were like this, so I'm thinking/hoping this is how the cover was made? I'd hate to be stuck with a botched one.

dougotte · 12-10-2004, 08:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by larphillips

It is quite nearly an impossible trek. Around the majestic Lake Erie, over the mighty Ohio River, and traversing the dangerous Allegheny Mountains. Many a man has been lost on such a journey, never to be seen or heard from again. Legend has it that those who haven't lost their lives have established encampments along the way, but those are just tales told by crazy old fur traders.

One of those insane traders told me such a tale of those two camps. He said that Buffalo was covered in a vast blanket of white that was nearly as deep as his chin. He claims that he has lost many a donkey in the frozen ivory death.

He also told of a camp near some grand falls. Supposedly, the natural beauty of the falls has been sullied by much gambling and figures carved of wax. He spoke often of attending something called the "Canadian Ballet" with a wistful look in his eyes that belied his age.

But I fear that the old fellow lost his mind many, many years ago. I think the native peoples have given him something to eat or smoke that made him see colors and not much else.

Lar, these two posts are the second most hilarious thing I've ever read on this board.

Doug

psychomoviecollector · 12-14-2004, 01:46 AM

Well I have the two discs I really care about owning, The Matrix and the Animatrix. The extras are quite overwhelming, from what I've heard, so I'm rather tempted to buy it, given the fairly cheap price. At $60, including the extra scirpt booklets, that come with orders from select places, I may just break down and buy it.

Musashi74 · 12-14-2004, 04:23 AM

Is anyone else disappointed with the packaging of this set? I mean, not wholeheartedly, but I have a few minor qualms:

1.) The separate slipcases slide out of the outer box too easily, and are very susceptible to bent corners and other wear and tear

and

2.) I hate the way the discs are nested on top of each other. It's a pain in the butt to have to remove the second disc to remove the main feature, then replace the other disc before putting the cardboard sleeve back into the case.

That said, the set is amazingly comprehensive, and I'm way happy with the contents. It's just the mechanics of the packaging that bug me

Hardcore Legend · 12-14-2004, 04:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tic-tac

You don't by any chance have a Back to the Future trilogy (fixed versions, of course) that's sitting around underwhelming you, do you? I'd like to save on shipping.

FYI: Rerelease in January of these discs with corrected versions.

Don't let him scam you. Make sure he has the original packaging. I've seen alot of keep case bootlegs.

Dave McFly · 12-14-2004, 09:07 AM

i have a question, i just picked up the set for 58 bucks at best buy and i was curious did they port over all the stuff that was on the second discs of part II and III, one of my fave bits on the reloaded dvd was the sweet funny as hell spoof with seann scott and justin timberlake. my set is still in the shrinkwrap and id hate to open it and not be able to return it if it was replaced with new behind the scene stuff for reloaded.

projecteightysix · 12-14-2004, 09:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dave McFly

i have a question, i just picked up the set for 58 bucks at best buy and i was curious did they port over all the stuff that was on the second discs of part II and III, one of my fave bits on the reloaded dvd was the sweet funny as hell spoof with seann scott and justin timberlake. my set is still in the shrinkwrap and id hate to open it and not be able to return it if it was replaced with new behind the scene stuff for reloaded.

I've read that they took the will ferrell/jt thing out... i dont have it though so i cant tell ya

12-09-2004, 06:41 PM	#1 (permalink)
jbat31 Actor Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Trenton, Ohio 45067	why I am returning the matrix box set Well, I got this in th email today and I just can't keep it. For one thing. I did not like the last movie in the series. Call me a Hollywood ending type of guy, but it botherd me the way it ended. Yeah i wanted anice and happy ending. Secondly, I already own all three, and I really only bought this for the first one's remastered video. That being said, it appears that in the near future we will get a single release in HD or otherwise, so I shall return this. I have watched the first one many times, but the next two, only once a piece.

12-09-2004, 06:47 PM	#4 (permalink)
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tic-tac toe Join Date: Oct 2002	I'll give ya $20 USD.

12-09-2004, 06:46 PM	#3 (permalink)
Marq Actor Join Date: May 2001 Location: Ottawa	$21

12-09-2004, 06:50 PM	#5 (permalink)
tic-tac toe Join Date: Oct 2002	$21.38

12-09-2004, 06:53 PM	#6 (permalink)
Vonner Previously, on '24'... Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Minnesota	wow, this has turned into eBay.

12-09-2004, 06:54 PM	#7 (permalink)
jbat31 Actor Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Trenton, Ohio 45067	Well, I bought it because no matter what, I do like the movies, especially the first one. I am unhappy with how the series ended, but still like it. I guess I just now feel I spen 52 dollars on the frist one. I just want the first one by itself, as I am happy with the other two that I already own. And, with the announcements fo HD DVD coming by the end of next year, I feel Matrix woudl probably be one of their first relased

12-09-2004, 07:10 PM	#9 (permalink)
lostwire Expressed Visually Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Michigan.	A few questions: 1) Do you have any pictures of the set? 2) How would you rate the condition? 3) Would you cover the shipping if I chose the Buy It Now option?

12-09-2004, 07:16 PM	#10 (permalink)
tic-tac toe Join Date: Oct 2002	You don't by any chance have a Back to the Future trilogy (fixed versions, of course) that's sitting around underwhelming you, do you? I'd like to save on shipping.

12-09-2004, 07:20 PM	#11 (permalink)
jbat31 Actor Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Trenton, Ohio 45067	LOL. I haven't opened it. I am returning to the store, in this case circuit city for a full refun. The bidding was funny though. I got caught up in the moment and ordered it online last week........damn you circuitcity card

12-09-2004, 07:22 PM	#12 (permalink)
Marq Actor Join Date: May 2001 Location: Ottawa	Damn.

12-09-2004, 08:13 PM	#14 (permalink)
jbat31 Actor Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Trenton, Ohio 45067	Where do I have negative feedback from anyone on here

12-09-2004, 10:09 PM	#25 (permalink)
jbat31 Actor Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Trenton, Ohio 45067	ok I get it.....i get i get it. I guess in retrospect, I have made some poor decisions, either way youlook at it and yes Ohio is a black hole. Remember, we are in Jesus Land according to Michael Moore I will rewatch the other two that i already have before making up my mind for sure....I have not seen the animatrix.....for those that have is that good?

12-09-2004, 11:16 PM	#26 (permalink)
HarleyRider	Keep it! There's a lot more in this set than just the "first one's" remastered video. Besides, the set looks cool (or at least mine does) sitting next to the other 3 stand-alone movies. I wish the $89.99 set was a lot cheaper, I'd buy it also just for the sake of having it. I can' see spending that much for the same 10 disks, a comic book, plus a Neo "bust"...Now, maybe it they would have had a "Trinity" "bust" I might have picked it up

12-10-2004, 02:07 AM	#30 (permalink)
LeChuck "Woman Hands" man Join Date: May 2004 Location: Cambridge, MA	I really liked the animatrix. Some were clunkers, but all of them had great animation. I especially liked The Kid and Detective Story. Final Flight had incredible animation.

12-10-2004, 06:07 PM	#33 (permalink)
Surf Monkey Banned Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: The City of Roses	On a serious note... One thing that disappoints me about the Matrix box is the severe lack of photo galleries that explore the conceptual art and the amazing story boards that Larry and Andy commissioned for the first film. They touch on some of these things in the docus but I would have liked to have seen a few hundred static screens showcasing that, like the extensive galleries of conceptual art found on the Toy Box set. Other than that the set is great!

12-10-2004, 06:57 PM	#34 (permalink)
BubbleGumUK Actor Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: England	Got my set! One question I was wondering: The box seems to be made up of loads of tiny squares. Hold it up to the light and you can see these little roughly one-inch squares which makes up the lines of code cover. All the ones in the shop were like this, so I'm thinking/hoping this is how the cover was made? I'd hate to be stuck with a botched one. __________________ Check out DVD Toons for the latest in animated discs! And catch breaking Animated-News stories here!

12-14-2004, 01:46 AM	#36 (permalink)
psychomoviecollector Actor Join Date: Dec 2004	Well I have the two discs I really care about owning, The Matrix and the Animatrix. The extras are quite overwhelming, from what I've heard, so I'm rather tempted to buy it, given the fairly cheap price. At $60, including the extra scirpt booklets, that come with orders from select places, I may just break down and buy it.

12-14-2004, 04:23 AM	#37 (permalink)
Musashi74 Actor Join Date: Jun 2002	Is anyone else disappointed with the packaging of this set? I mean, not wholeheartedly, but I have a few minor qualms: 1.) The separate slipcases slide out of the outer box too easily, and are very susceptible to bent corners and other wear and tear and 2.) I hate the way the discs are nested on top of each other. It's a pain in the butt to have to remove the second disc to remove the main feature, then replace the other disc before putting the cardboard sleeve back into the case. That said, the set is amazingly comprehensive, and I'm way happy with the contents. It's just the mechanics of the packaging that bug me

12-14-2004, 09:07 AM	#39 (permalink)
Dave McFly ...a lone crusader in a dangerous world Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Hill Valley, California	i have a question, i just picked up the set for 58 bucks at best buy and i was curious did they port over all the stuff that was on the second discs of part II and III, one of my fave bits on the reloaded dvd was the sweet funny as hell spoof with seann scott and justin timberlake. my set is still in the shrinkwrap and id hate to open it and not be able to return it if it was replaced with new behind the scene stuff for reloaded. __________________ The age old question "what happens when an unstoppable force meets an immovable object" was finally answered when Chuck Norris roundhouse kicked Vin Diesel in the face. XBOX LIVE! gamertag:COMING SOON!

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