Shout! Factory now has the full breakdown of what's going to be on the release.
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Shout! Factory now has the full breakdown of what's going to be on the release.
waiting for AU release details :) *fingers crossed*
Probably better off buying the UK version from Amazon?Quote:
Originally Posted by Initial_G
True, I guess, Bluray regions Aust and UK are both region B ... would this be the correct one to pre-order?Quote:
Originally Posted by Ralph Wiggum
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Transformer...dp/B01J69KVOK/
Yep, looks like it. I'd support Madman if I could, but it looks like someone recently asked them on their Facebook page, and they said no...for now.Quote:
Originally Posted by Initial_G
Ok, I am now officially excited for this, having seen the restoration video. Definite buy on day one of the region B copy being released.
The new transfer looks stunning.
I dunno, some of those before and after shots look like they are comparing the difference between DVD and BluRay (which is an upgrade for America who've never had the movie on BluRay, but not for us).
I ordered the Blu-ray version from Amazon... I am really looking forward to seeing how it looks. :D
I'm in agreement with you here Paul, I expect overall it is better than the Blu-ray cut we have now but the difference between it and the US DVD cut will be much more apparent.Quote:
Originally Posted by Paulbot
Sigh. Did they really force it to widescreen? I really hated that about the previous bluray release since it'll crop part of the top of the screen off.
That makes this an easy pass for me.
Why is that a problem, surely the original cinematic release is widescreen?
Seibertron has in-hands of the release, and if you hate the new artwork, it seems the regular release (as opposed to the steelbook) is the way to go as it has a reversible cover with the original Japanese art:
http://i.imgur.com/3U5mQ4x.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/O9o3Ars.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/QjWUUdV.jpg
Not sure if it is the same with the DVD though...
Nope. It was originally produced in normal (TV) format, and then had the top and bottom cropped for theatre release. Some video/dvd versions had the restored original format, but others cropped the sides of the cropped theatre release, giving even less of the screen. It means that it is hard to know when a new release is the original "full" version until you see it for yourself... so at least on this occasion, they are giving a preview first, to let us know.Quote:
Originally Posted by UltraMarginal
The cover MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!! posted shows it's got two aspect ratios on the disc.Quote:
Originally Posted by Tetsuwan Convoy
Not overly impressed by the restoration. Everything is crisper but it's lost that 80's sheen which arguably forms a great deal of the nostalgic charm. The way every restored image is darker seems like they simply applied a cheap contrast filter.Quote:
Originally Posted by Ralph Wiggum
I also wasn't a big fan of the first time they remastered it in 1080p back in the 2000's. The blown up image really highlighted animation imperfections like dirt and speckles and all the line art looked jagged and unclean.
Too each their own I guess, for me personally I've spent my fair share watching grittier copies so having a shiny clean version, even if it may look a little more sterile, is a nice change. I said before I've only ever had the Madman DVD version so yeah, this new version is for me.
I dig the cover art. Kinda reminds me of the Big Looker G1 storybooks.
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Originally Posted by griffin
Looking at the back of the cover, it looks like you might be able to select the ratio you want. I much prefer this over being forced with the wrong ration. As it has cinema "widescreen" as well as "full frame" listed. That gives this release a bit more merit in my mind.Quote:
Originally Posted by Paulbot
For those interested, this release finally got me to finish a post on cinema and TV screen ratios that I started when the first Avengers movie came out. It just managed to sit in my draft section for a long long time. On the plus side, I also got motivated to make up some better pictures for the post:D.
Cinema Ratios , an explanation
To be fair, that was standard practice for any film being shot in 1.85:1 (standard cinema widescreen - not scope/anamorphic which was approx. 2.35-2.39:1).Quote:
Originally Posted by griffin
An example of the era being Back to the Future. The DVDs cut off the top and bottom when compared to the VHS, but the intent was the image displayed in the theatre.
Now, given that yes, TFTM was likely destined for 4:3, they were no doubt more aware of the area that was being cropped, I would still suggest that shots were primarily composed for cinema ratio.
My thoughts? Always go with intent and TFTM was intended to be released theatrically. I'll happily watch the widescreen version as that was how it was intended to be seen in theatres.
Still a DVD / Bluray comparison. Would be interested in seeing a BluRay/new BluRay comparison.
In this video I actually prefer the more muted colours of the before shots. The red orange of Autobot City, a flatter looking sky and too dark sliced open grill on Prime in the "After" don't make me go wow.
Does anyone have the movie on laser disc?
Looks great to me. The detail in the new transfer is fantastic. Make sure you have the clip run at 1080p so Facebook compression is less of an issue. The line-art detail is awesome.Quote:
Originally Posted by Tober
Pre-ordered the Steelbook and the regular BD from Amazon last night.
Sounds like my Madman Bluray will do for now: http://m.bluray.highdefdigest.com/34...sthemovie.html
Yeah, my Madman blu-ray seems adequate for now.
Kinda disappointing to see, but the guy has done his research. I wonder why studios have problems getting colours right, just look at the various iterations Star Wars Episode 4 has had, with things as basic as lightsabre colours as well as one release having this green tinge.
Given I've only got the Madman DVD, a bluray purchase is still a step up, so I'd still be open to getting this one.
Would really love a 4k version of the original UK 4:3 (with black vertical lines on the sides I guess) don't think this one will be that though o_O
after reading that review it doesn't seem to be that great compared to the previously released bluray version already
Having a second 4:3 disc like the Sony DVD is kinda cool, but I think I'll stick to my Metrodome Blu-ray for now.
Related to the 30th anniversary release of the Movie, is a new release of the Instruments of Destruction song from the 1986 soundtrack... sometime in mid-September.
My copies (steelbook and regular BD) have shipped!
Fingers crossed my amplifier is repaired in the next two weeks and I'll be enjoying this sucker. :)
I'd have some faith after the Blu-ray.com review: http://www.blu-ray.com/movies/The-Tr...157482/#Review
Along with The Digital Bits and Home Theater Forum, they've always had pretty good standards for their reviews.
Speaking of The Digital Bits, here's their review: http://thedigitalbits.com/item/trans...ie-30th-ae-brd
"Overall, this is a very good A/V presentation, and certainly the best the film has ever looked and sounded on home video."
Worth noting, right?
I don't see them comparing the quality it to the existing (non-American) BluRay release (although they mention our version in the features section) but if they are comparing it to previous US DVD versions I'm sure that's true.Quote:
Originally Posted by millhouse
I only have a crapy VCD somewhere. Maybe its time to get a new one.
I've been secretly hoping they did a restoration and remastering of the robot jox trailer from the VHS
LOL! The only copy I have is on VHS! :DQuote:
Originally Posted by tron07
Getting a bit OT but that's one of my pet peeves with Bluray reviews. Unless they royally stuff it up, it should be a given that the first release of a movie in a high def format should be better than anything that's come before. Personal preferences for colour timing changes aside (eg the first Lord of the Rings having a greenish tint), I've never heard of a Bluray or HD-DVD release that looks worse than its DVD, laserdisc or VHS predecessors (yes, this isn't a first release in high def but it is a first for the US market). Happy to be proven wrong, of course!Quote:
Originally Posted by millhouse
Couldn't care for the movie per-se as I already have the dvd & br but will unquestionably purchase for extra features alone.:)