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right that does it. im going blu. been trying to convince myself for years that dvd is good enough (even going so far as to buy a upscaling dvd player as a compromise) but when they release the prometheus dvd with literally no extras and put everything on the BR for just a couple quid more then thats it. theres no way im missing out of 3 hour docs and endless deleted scenes and Blade Runner easter eggs, having to scour around utube hoping someones posted them and quickly watching them before they get taken down. i was p****ed off enough with the odd release before now like Terminator4 DC only on BR, Star Trek 09 getting loads more docs on BR than the 2 disc dvd etc, but whats happened with Prometheus takes the cake (its like they put the tiny 10 min of del scenes on there just to annoy dvders into going blu!) no doubt the same will happen for other stuff to come like Star Trek 2, man of steel etc. i cant be buying barebones dvd like its 1999 (when was the last decent 2 disc dvd anyway? Inception?) and whats the point of having a 1080 HD tv and not using it to its full capacity?

going to replace all my faves with BR too - star wars, indy, big superman box set, alien set, predator, terminator, blade runner, apes, etc etc the works - all dvds will be going on ebay (while they are still worth a few quid) and will gradually buy the BRs (cheap as possible off amaz/ebay)..going to be a bit of a tough thing getting rid of some of the sets(some i paid full price). wont bother replacing every dvd i own of course - just the main ones will get the blu. also going to chuck out a big load of VHS as well and gradualy upgrade to megacheap amazon 0.01p dvds (ones not that fussed about i never bothered to replace with dvd but still want on disc not crappy vhs)

Congratulations.You have fallen for Fox's marketing ploy of upgrading to blu! [;)]

Seriously though i hope you enjoy the format.Just dont forget that a shit film on blu ray doesnt make it any better.Van Helsing is shit on whatever format you watch it on ( sorry DK ).

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The standard cover look like a screengrab from a bad pirate copy. The cover maybe meant to be seen with 3d glasses but don't ask me why. Like I said fans of the Alien series need to buy the 3 disc collector edition. The extras are well worth the extra costs.

Do you mean the standard cover from the 2D release with the engineer face? I really like that cover. I like the 3D star map cover too. In fact i like all three releases in terms of their artwork!

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I mean, if you aren't desperate for the documentary the Blu Ray with the movie has two commentaries, all the viral videos (most of which are extended, and really cool - Transmission in particular) and over 30 mins of delated scenes with optional commentary. So it isn't an awful bunch of extras if you just want the one disk.

But yes, the doc is really interesting. The design work is really interesting and it is cool seeing Giger meeting Scott again.

I am amazed the standard Blu Ray edition lacked so much extras. It's almost barebone if it weren't for the extra deleted scenes. Anyone wanting extras need to buy the 3d editions and the extras are well worth the money. The only downside is the extra 3d disc and a very horrible boxcover.

Not if you get the steelbook!

Don't forget the 2d version also has 2 audio commentaries and all the viral marketing vids.

The standard cover look like a screengrab from a bad pirate copy. The cover maybe meant to be seen with 3d glasses but don't ask me why. Like I said fans of the Alien series need to buy the 3 disc collector edition. The extras are well worth the extra costs.

Do you mean the standard cover from the 2D release with the engineer face? I really like that cover. I like the 3D star map cover too. In fact i like all three releases in terms of their artwork!

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ORIGINAL: jackcarter

anyone spotted any decent cheap blu ray players on sale recently (maybe in the supermarkets?) dont think id need a multi region one (although i do have a couple of R1 dvds)

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ORIGINAL: DONOVAN KURTWOOD

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Toshiba-BDX4300KB-Blu-ray-Player-2012/dp/B007T26O9I/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1349724532&sr=8-2

I have the model before this one and can highly recommend Toshiba players. This is a very good price IMO.

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thanks that is a very good deal. but owning Spiderman 3 and a Twilight film on BR would be unforgivable

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http://screencrush.com/prometheus-blade-runner/

this article suggests the BR easter egg is only on the steelbook?

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http://screencrush.com/prometheus-blade-runner/

this article suggests the BR easter egg is only on the steelbook?

Other articles suggest it's on all versions of the BR, but hopefully someone who owns it can verify.

However, I would worry if this is, as some are speculating, some sort of possible tie to the Blade Runner sequel. That would just be a bad idea, mixing the two franchises. However, I have to say one thing - to be honest, I continue to be utterly baffled by Guy Pearce's involvement in Prometheus. My thought up until now was that he only did it because he either wanted to work with Ridley Scott, wanted to appear in a (sort-of) Alien film, or both. But if this was a Nick Fury-esque cameo leading to a greater role in an entirely different film where he could appear as himself (not swathed in prosthetics etc), then that makes a strange sort of sense!

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http://screencrush.com/prometheus-blade-runner/

this article suggests the BR easter egg is only on the steelbook?

Other articles suggest it's on all versions of the BR, but hopefully someone who owns it can verify.

However, I would worry if this is, as some are speculating, some sort of possible tie to the Blade Runner sequel. That would just be a bad idea, mixing the two franchises. However, I have to say one thing - to be honest, I continue to be utterly baffled by Guy Pearce's involvement in Prometheus. My thought up until now was that he only did it because he either wanted to work with Ridley Scott, wanted to appear in a (sort-of) Alien film, or both. But if this was a Nick Fury-esque cameo leading to a greater role in an entirely different film where he could appear as himself (not swathed in prosthetics etc), then that makes a strange sort of sense!

it also means that Soldier is a prequel or sequel to Prometheus!

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ORIGINAL: DONOVAN KURTWOOD

It will play region B 3D blus yes, i can't say for certain on the region 1 dvd front. I have the model before which you can make multi region by downloading a free toshiba update and installing it, i dont have all the facts on this one unfortunately. The one before is OOP now i think unfortunately, otherwise i would definitely be recommending that one.

I have a 46 inch Samsung 3D TV and am very pleased with it. I'd advise going into a store though and having a look at their demos for active and passive 3D to decide which you prefer. I went for active. I have an Orbit sound bar for my HD sound and am very pleased with that, it really kicks ass and has great bass, although i do find i have to turn it down when it gets late as some movies just take off with the sound a bit too much!

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I know this thread is about the DVD but it seems pointless starting a new one so here's the run down on the extras for the Prometheus Blu ray:

London (September 28, 2012) – Upon anticipation from the highly active fan community, renowned director Ridley Scott's gripping sci-fi thriller makes its debut on Blu-ray 3D Collector's Edition, Blu-ray, and DVD from Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment. Only on Blu-ray, unlock secrets and get answers to questions left unanswered in the cinema. An unmatched home entertainment experience, with the Blu-ray 3D Collector's Edition view over six hours of never-before-seen bonus material and watch the blockbuster in the format it was meant to be viewed, in stunning high-definition. The much-anticipated PROMETHEUS will release globally starting this October through January of 2013. Fans worldwide can now pre-order with participating retailers online.

Written by Damon Lindelof ("Lost”) and Jon Spaihts, PROMETHEUS features outstanding performances by Academy Award® winner Charlize Theron (Monster), Golden Globe® nominee Michael Fassbender (Inglourious Basterds), Guy Pearce (Memento), Noomi Rapace (The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo), and Logan Marshall-Green (Devil).

Archeologist couple Elizabeth Shaw (Rapace) and Charlie Holloway (Marshall-Green) discover a star map that they interpret as an invitation from humanity's forerunners, the "Engineers.” Determined to find out more about them, the couple boards the scientific vessel Prometheus, created and funded by Peter Weyland (Pearce), CEO of Weyland Corporation. Lead by mission director Meredith Vickers (Theron) and monitored by Weyland's android David (Fassbender), the team of explorers find a clue to the origins of mankind on Earth and embark on a thrilling journey to the darkest corners of the universe where they fight a terrifying battle to save the future of the human race.

The Blu-ray 3D Collector's Edition of Prometheus features the original theatrical release and will be available in premium packaging. Get the ultimate experience with this premium edition which features the revealing behind-the-scenes documentary "Furious Gods”, an Alternate Opening and Ending, Extended / Deleted Scenes, commentary by director and writers, the cutting edge Prometheus: Weyland Corp Archive Second Screen App and more!

Prometheus Blu-ray 3D Collector's Edition
Disc 1
• 3D Theatrical Cut of Film

Disc 2 - Special Features Blu-ray
• The Furious Gods: Making Prometheus (2 hours - 3 hours if played in enhanced mode with Enhancement Pods)
• Enhancement Pods (1 hour)
• Weyland Corp Archives which includes Pre-Visualizations, Screen Tests and more

Disc 3
• 2D Theatrical Cut
• Commentary by Director/Producer Ridley Scott
• Commentary by Writer Jon Spaihts and Writer/Executive Producer Damon Lindelof
• The Peter Weyland Files
• Deleted and Alternate Scenes that include an Alternate Opening / Ending
• Prometheus: Weyland Corp Archive Second Screen App
• Digital Copy

Prometheus Blu-ray
• Theatrical Cut
• Commentary by Director/Producer Ridley Scott
• Commentary by Writer Jon Spaihts and Writer/Executive Producer Damon Lindelof
• The Peter Weyland Files
• Deleted and Alternate Scenes that include an Alternate Opening / Ending
• Prometheus: Weyland Corp Archive Second Screen App
• Digital Copy

Prometheus DVD
• Deleted scenes



If you buy just the 2D Blu Ray you will be missing out on a very long making of called Furious Gods which sounds awesome! I have the 3D Play steelbook on pre-order for this. It's worth noting that the press release only on Blu Ray will you get the extra content. It also says to see the movie as it's meant to be viewed, suggesting that anyone who watches this on DVD is not seeing it the way Ridley intended [:D] Time to upgrade to Blu DVD peeps! Seriously though, i'm stoked with this listing of extras, it looks awesome

You know what mate, you're right about upgrading! DVD is getting totally shafted far too often now so it's time to take the plunge. I don't love Prometheus as a film but I like it enough to want all those special features!

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Of course we still don't know what the 11.10.12 thing is yet. If it is an extended cut I will apologise to each of you - but I am 99.9% confident that this is it.

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Well like i said i think it's unfair that DVD owners are being given the cold shoulder, but such is the way the market is moving. I'm pretty sure Blu Ray will be the last physical format we will have. If not, i'll embrace the next one with open arms!

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The difference between Blu-ray and DVD is much bigger than the difference between DVD and VHS.

Oh COME.ON! The difference between VHS and DVD was huge.

The difference between DVD and blu is marginal at best.They are both disc based formats and it's just that blus have more storage space allowing slightly better pic and sound quality.

Wow so much wrong!

DVD was revolutionary, there is no question of that.

I'd agree that the impact DVD had was far greater than the impact Blu-ray has had. The shift from analogue video to digital was huge; and the shift from a bulky, easily damaged tape casette that degraded slightly after every viewing to a small disc which, with care, would work as well on the 100th viewing as it did on the 1st was massive.

The difference between Blu-ray and DVD is an evolutionary step. If we concentrate on image quality, which is what most of us judge these things by, using crude mathematics the increase in potential spatial resolution between these two formats is greater than between DVD and VHS, but as I keep repeating spatial resolution is only one factor which affects perceived image quality.

The increase in dynamic range, colour resolution and image stability going from VHS to DVD was huge, whereas the increase between DVD and Blu-ray is relatively small. Blu-ray still uses 8bit video with compressed colour resolution. I'd be willing to concede that, whatever the figures might imply, the jump from VHS to DVD was bigger than the jump from DVD to Blu-ray, at least in the real world. DVD is still perfectly watchable, even on relatively large screens whereas VHS is a horrible mess.

That isn't to say that Blu-ray isn't a huge upgrade: it is. For film fans and videophiles it allows us to approach the image quality of a really good professional screening room or a top flight commercial theatre. In many cases we can have better picture quality at home than our local multiplex. That is huge, but you need a relatively specialised set up (either a large screen or a close viewing position) to get the most from Blu-ray: something most of us don't have the luxury of. For most of us the room layout dictates our distance from the screen whereas ideally the distance to the screen should direct room layout. Again, when we look at real world situations many of us are not making the most of Blu-ray's potential. Some of us might as well still be watching DVD.

The next step in home theatre is apparently going to be 4k at home, which is 4 times the spatial resolution of Blu-ray. Personally I don't see the point, but that may change.

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Ah this takes me back. [:D]

It's 2007 all over again.

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Then again, I still watch videos......

You still rocking the 8 Track tapes too [;)]

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I used to dl a lot, but i hardly do it at all now, if ever. I can't remember the last movie i did it with. I'm really keen to support movies and retailers so we have a healthy market here in the UK. A good movie is worth the cost IMO.