HD DVD thread - Toshiba: HD DVD DISCONTINUED, REPAIR/SUPPORT CONTINUES, NO BLU PLANS

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[quote name='RedvsBlue']If Toshiba can lock up both Walmart and WB as exclusive supporters that could be huge.[/QUOTE]
They will likely get neither. Also, Bill Cunt is saying that the news article linked to above is old news (which would make sense, because there were those same WB exclusivity rumors flying around at the end of the week where Paramount went exclusive).
 
[quote name='KaneRobot']Also, Bill Cunt is saying that the news article linked to above is old news (which would make sense, because there were those same WB exclusivity rumors flying around at the end of the week where Paramount went exclusive).[/QUOTE]

You honestly take Bill Hunt's word on something like this?

The guy who had a party held for him by Sony and was basically frothing at the mouth when Paramount announced they were dropping support for Blu-Ray (which Mr. Insider knew nothing about)?
 
have the fixed all the other titles on that wb site yet...

im prob going to make another order soon.. i never saw any of the "oceans" movies.

i also wouldnt mind getting the potter set. I really only remember/saw like one or two of those movies
 
[quote name='Sporadic']You honestly take Bill Hunt's word on something like this?

The guy who had a party held for him by Sony and was basically frothing at the mouth when Paramount announced they were dropping support for Blu-Ray (which Mr. Insider knew nothing about)?[/QUOTE]
I'm not saying he's right or wrong, I have no idea. It certainly wouldn't surprise me though since we did just hear similar news a couple of weeks ago.



New Line is making an announcement "soon" - not necessarily about exclusivity, just regarding FINALLY GETTING THE LEAD OUT OF THEIR ASS and releasing stuff. I need me some Nightmare on Elm Street & Freddy vs. Jason in HD.
 
[quote name='guyver2077']fuck..


new lines hairspray hd dvd comes out after the dvd/bluray

blames lack of region coding for delay[/QUOTE]

Oh well, fuck them.

I don't see any other studio shitting their pants because certain movies are available in other regions.
 
[quote name='guyver2077']fuck..


new lines hairspray hd dvd comes out after the dvd/bluray

blames lack of region coding for delay[/QUOTE]

Read this. Amir doesn't know anything about it, and is looking into it, it may not be totally true.

Either way, the only people it really hurts is NL. They can choose to charge a premium for HD discs, or force people to buy the SD version. It's their loss.
 
[quote name='thrustbucket']Read this. Amir doesn't know anything about it, and is looking into it, it may not be totally true.

Either way, the only people it really hurts is NL. They can choose to charge a premium for HD discs, or force people to buy the SD version. It's their loss.[/QUOTE]

That came straight from a the New Line EVP of marketing.

"Since we sell to independent international distributors, we have to be more sensitive to their release dates than a major studio," Lasorsa added. "But for second-party acquisitions to which we don't have international rights, we will be day-and-date on all three formats."

Basically, so they don't want to sell the region free HD DVDs until their international buyer's theatrical runs are up. Kind sucks, but atleast it won't affet stuff like LOTR.
 
[quote name='guyver2077']wow ppl are feisty (and ignorant) over at the digest smackdown forums[/QUOTE]
no shit, it's the gameFAQS of HD movies...........
 
Weinstein better get off their asses and release this as soon as possible on HD-DVD.

The dead have risen. In a sale that once seemed as slow as a zombie, the Weinstein Co. snapped up North American and Mexican rights to "George A. Romero's Diary of the Dead."

While R-rated horror movies didn't perform well at the box office earlier this summer, Weinstein's "Halloween" bucked the trend with a record-breaking Labor Day opening. The latest sequel to Romero's 1968 horror classic "Night of the Living Dead" premiered late Saturday at the Toronto International Film Festival and spooked out crowds.

Weinstein paid $2 million to $2.5 million for the rights Tuesday after several offers were considered, including some for video-only distribution. The Weinstein deal includes a theatrical commitment.
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http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070912/film_nm/zombie_dc
 
[quote name='rsigley']i hope weinstein doesn't totally change the movie tho like he did with zombie's halloween[/QUOTE]

I don't think he will.

Diary Of The Dead is already in the can/completed and I doubt George would have signed another contract that took away creative control from him.
 
[quote name='KaneRobot']Very nice. Let me know if the pitch speed-up annoys you, I've been thinking about picking those films up myself.[/QUOTE]

I don't really notice it so it doesn't bother me that much.
 
[quote name='thrustbucket']I remember they were saying Land of the Dead was to be a trilogy. I guess not now?[/QUOTE]

As far as I know, it wasn't. When Romero lectured at Full Sail in Orlando (2006 maybe? I can't remember), he didn't really seem overly happy with Hollywood's hand in Land. He wasn't as abrupt as Savini about ills of Hollywood, but you got the vibe he didn't want to do anything with a large budget/studio support ever again.

To take it slightly off topic, Romero is a work horse. He pulled two shows that night at Full Sail and was still willing to shoot the shit with fans at 4 AM. Not too many 65+ year olds I know could do that.

If only there was less "Um. Do you hate Zack Synder for remaking Dawn?" or "Don't you hate fast moving zombies?" questions at those things. To actually hear him discuss his career about being on the edge of Hollywood is extremely interesting. I only regret I didn't get him to sign my Dead DVDs, video tapes, and copy of Road to Fiddler's Green xbox game. A Dawn of the Dead print though will just have to do.
 
[quote name='Sporadic']Warner has confirmed it will bring 'Twister' to HD DVD (and Blu-ray) on January 8, 2008:[/quote]
wow, its been a long time since i saw that movie. i remember it being pretty good, bet it's gunna look awesome in HD. :D
 
Holy shit!

Universal Music DVD Video has indicated that we can expect The Jimi Hendrix Experience: Live At Monterey (The Definitive Edition) released on single-disc HD DVD in the United Kingdom, this October 29 (day-and-date with the single-disc DVD).

This special edition DVD/HD DVD features all of the existing film footage from Jimi’s incendiary June 18, 1967 concert newly transferred to high-definition specification from the original 16mm camera reversal original. Re-edited and presented in its original performance sequence, this DVD/HD DVD showcase of a legendary performance is completely unreleased. The DVD soundtrack, also available on CD and Vinyl, features a new 5.1 surround and 2.0 stereo mixes by Eddie Kramer, Jimi’s original engineer.

In addition to the legendary Monterey performance, this Definitive Edition DVD/HD DVD features a multitude of special bonus features including:

- AMERICAN LANDING
A brand new documentary which traces Jimi’s remarkable transformation from obscurity to his triumphant U.S. ‘debut’ at the Monterey Festival.
- THE JIMI HENDRIX EXPERIENCE: LIVE AT MONTEREY: A SECOND LOOK
A unique feature that allows viewers to switch between multiple, previously unseen camera angles to view several of Jimi’s celebrated performances like never before.
- MUSIC, LOVE & FLOWERS:THE MONTEREY INTERNATIONAL POP FESTIVAL
This is a behind the scenes glimpse of the festival’s origins, operations and lasting impact brought to you by legendary composer, producer and Monterey Festival co-founder Lou Adler.
- EARLIEST KNOWN UNRELEASED PERFORMANCES
As an extra special bonus to the DVD, watch the earliest known film and sound recordings of The Jimi Hendrix Experience in concert from February 25, 1967 before a packed audience in Chelmsford, England. Songs featured are “Stone Free” and “Like A Rolling Stone.”
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http://hddvdformat.blogspot.com/

I'm going to be importing the shit out of that one, fuck cost I must have it.
 
Underworld arrived in the mail today.

Unfortunately I can't watch it right now (damn errands), but I'll post my opinion on it sometime later today and also how it compares to the incredible picture quality of Underworld Evolution.
 
I really hope I get my HD drive back before Transformers drops. I really want to compare the SD and HD versions on a SDTV of the movies I bought from Amazon, and I'm using the SD versions as trade-in fodder for Transformers.
 
Okay, I just got Heroes, and when I get to disc 4, it gives an error message and won't play. I can't figure it out.

HELP!
 
anyone else had any of the new releases next week preordered at wb? im wondering if they are no longer shipping orders seperately.

i had two discs that ship next week and one from october in one order. usually they would just ship as they become available
 
man im watching the hitcher on hd..

the beginning has me spooked... it just turns out that next week im gonna have to drive from texas into new mexico and thats exactly what happens in this movie..

freaky movie
 
[quote name='guyver2077']anyone else had any of the new releases next week preordered at wb? im wondering if they are no longer shipping orders seperately.

i had two discs that ship next week and one from october in one order. usually they would just ship as they become available[/QUOTE]

I'm hoping they are just behind after that whole month of being shut down thing, if they are actually no longer shipping orders in pieces then I have a huge issue.

I've made a giant order with them a few months ago with titles going all the way into December and I'll be damned if I going to wait until the 18th of December to get all of my movies in.
 
[quote name='ryosnk']Is anyone getting this?

http://www.amazon.com/Blade-Runner-...0-7247664?ie=UTF8&s=dvd&qid=1189798886&sr=8-8[/QUOTE]

Too much for me for a movie I haven't seen in probably 10 years. That said, I did get the non-case edition and I'm anxious to see it.

[quote name='djkunai']Okay, I just got Heroes, and when I get to disc 4, it gives an error message and won't play. I can't figure it out.

HELP![/QUOTE]
Exchange it for a new one?
 
A pic of my collection so far:

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http://www.dvdtherapy.com/news.php

On December 11th Universal Home Video will release The Jason Bourne Collection on DVD and HD-DVD.

The collection will include both previous Bourne films plus The Bourne Ultimatum for the first time. All three films will come housed in collectible 'Safe Deposit Box' packaging which will include a Jason Bourne passport. No disc specs have been released at this time but once we receive the final press release we will let you know!
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Fantastic news for Motorhead fans!

We've been informed that Motörhead - Stage Fright will be available to own in high-definition exclusively on HD DVD, this October 23 (for North America). The disc is expected to be priced at $29.97 SRP.

Detailed Main Feature Presentation specs:
- 1080p High Definition 16x9 1.78:1
- DTS-HD High Resolution 5.1
- No subtitles.

Detailed Bonus Material Presentation specs:
- NTSC 480i 4x3 1.85:1
- DTS HD Master Audio 2.0 & Dolby Digital Stereo
- English, German, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Swedish subtitle options.

HD DVD Special Features:
- Advanced content HD DVD (HDi)
- Online functionality (download of new content via Internet)
- "On the fly" menus during playback
- Picture-in-picture video commentary with the band
- Snapshot feature
- "Create setlist" feature
- Extensive bonus material including those from the 2-disc DVD
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Picked up Land of the Dead to make my 3rd foray into the HD-DVD market, and I have to say between that and Blood Diamond, the picture and sound quality that I've seen so far has been simply amazing. Well worth the extra money for the movies. Probably looking to snag Black Snake Moan next.
 
[quote name='halfbent']Picked up Land of the Dead to make my 3rd foray into the HD-DVD market, and I have to say between that and Blood Diamond, the picture and sound quality that I've seen so far has been simply amazing. Well worth the extra money for the movies. Probably looking to snag Black Snake Moan next.[/QUOTE]

If those impressed you, Black Snake Moan will blow you away.
 
Shrek The Third 11/13:
'Shrek the Third' will hit HD DVD November 13 day-and-date with the standard-def DVD version, in a feature-packed next-gen edition brimming with exclusive content.
Supplements mirroring the DVD version include nearly a dozen featurettes, lost scenes, a DreamWorks Video Jukebox and theatrical trailers.
Exclusive to the HD DVD are "The Animator's Corner" picture-in-picture commentary featuring storyboards, deleted scene pitches and technical goofs, "My Menu" customizable character menu skins, and web-enabled features to be made available after street date, including a "Shrek's Trivia Track," "Donkey's Digital Coloring Book" and more.
Tech specs may disappoint, however, as DreamWorks has opted to not support high-resolution audio with 'Shrek the Third,' with the disc including a Dolby Digital-Plus 5.1 surround track (1.5mbps) only.
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http://www.highdefdigest.com/news/show/Disc_Announcements/DreamWorks/DreamWorks_Sets_Date_for_Shrek_the_Third_HD_DVD/978
 
Man there are lots of announcements of new releases. I feel rather weird in that none of the upcoming releases really excite me except for Return to House on haunted hill.

Because I've seen everything else, and that just looks like a fun as hell party movie.
 
Zodiac: 2 Disc Director's Cut coming 1/18/08

Paramount just announced Zodiac DC for January 8, 2008. Extras will include:

- Commentary by David Fincher,
- Commentary by Jake Gyllenhall, Robert Downey Jr, Producer Brad Fischer, James Vanderbilt and James Ellroy
- Zodiac Deciphered documentary
- Visual Effects of Zodiac featurette
- Digital Workflow featurette
- Sequence breakdowns (Blue Rock Springs, Lake Berryessa, and San Francisco)
- This is the Zodiac Speaking featurette
- Linguistic Analysis featurette
- His Name Was ********* featurette
- Jeopardy Surface: Geographic Profiling
- Dr. Kim Rossmo's Geographic Profile of the Zodiac
- The Psychology of Aggression: Behavioral Profiling
- Special Agent Sharon Pagaling-Hagan's Behavioral Profile of the Zodiac
- Trailers
- TV spots
 
Finally got my HD-DVD add-on set up last night. I ended up watching 300 and it looked much better in HD over my parents upconverting DVD player. I'm probably gonna run down to Best Buy after work and pick up Hot Fuzz and possibly Shaun of the Dead. I know it's cheaper on Amazon but I have a rewards zone coupon.

That Bourne set is going to be nice.
 
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