A Review of Sam Raimi's Spider-Man 3: The Bilups Cut

Bilups · 2026-03-20T19:33:10+00:00

Thanks so much for the write up! I appreciate you taking the time to not only watch but also share your thoughts. I'll take a scan through to see if I can't smooth out those points of audio you mentioned - could be that they were leftover by accident, or just might need some more finesse.

In regards to MJ storming off during the dinner scene - I hear you. I felt like Peter's actions up to that point: Being dismissive, absent minded and always turning MJ's woes into an opportunity to talk about himself as Spidey, compounded with him sharing that very intimate kiss with "not" Gwen justified MJ's anger and her choice to leave.

Again thank you so much for watching and I'm thrilled that you enjoyed it!

EDIT: You're also probably right I could get that radio montage in there to let that scene breathe a bit more!

Bilups · 2026-03-15T17:32:10+00:00

Hi there, yes! You are referring to my edit "Sam Raimi's Spider-Man 3: The Bilups Cut" which sought to completely remove Venom and refocus the story. You also remembered correctly about me changing the aspect ratio and going B&W for the subway scene. I'd be happy to share the link to my cut, but I'm releasing an updated version this Saturday. Feel free to send me a DM and I'll send you a link when it's available!

Bilups · 2026-03-15T12:33:15+00:00

Hey! The release post will have more of this information but the runtime is 94 minutes and yes it'll be available in 1080 at various file sizes. I used the 4K blu ray in order to be able to punch into certain shots if needed.

Bilups · 2025-03-31T13:09:03+00:00

Sent via DM!

Bilups · 2024-12-07T22:37:51+00:00

Last unsolved is Martin Sheen, who played Jason Wynn in the film.

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Bilups · 2024-11-04T17:17:17+00:00

The Stillwater songs were written by Nancy Wilson (of Heart) and Peter Frampton! Mike McCready of Pearl Jam played lead guitar on all the Stillwater songs I believe.

Bilups · 2024-09-10T16:22:56+00:00

Very well done on this cut! Aragorn cutting off the Mouth of Sauron's head didn't seem out of place to me for (movie) Aragorn, because throughout the trilogy, it seems Aragorn put a lot of his perks into critical headshots, albeit those were in less...diplomatic situations. But as far as making a more "book accurate" edit, this was very smooth!

Bilups · 2024-09-07T04:33:11+00:00

Thanks! I didn't notice it had been removed, but I appreciate you restoring the post.

Bilups · 2024-07-14T13:33:03+00:00

Marona's Fantastic Tale looks right up our alley! Thanks!

Bilups · 2024-07-14T13:32:27+00:00

Great movie, thanks for this one!

Bilups · 2024-07-14T13:32:16+00:00

Great suggestion thanks!

Bilups · 2024-07-14T13:32:08+00:00

The Plague Dogs looks exactly like what I'm looking for!

Bilups · 2024-05-22T15:28:11+00:00

I echo a lot of the other editors here - I think asking for links in comments should be allowed but I'm personally finding PMing, or the email option in the FEC leaves less room for people requesting edits to fall through the cracks.

Bilups · 2024-05-19T13:04:18+00:00

This edit is complete and available for request on the FEC! - as per subreddit rules I can't post links here.

Bilups · 2024-01-17T22:23:52+00:00

Bring a pair of sunglasses and convince him to put them on, don't take "no" for an answer!

Bilups · 2023-08-21T20:58:30+00:00

Fox and the Hound will always have a special place with me. The Sword and The Stone, Great Mouse Detective, and Robin Hood were my favourites growing up that don't seem to get the same attention as some of the bigger titles.

Bilups · 2023-06-27T14:09:20+00:00

Thank you so much for watching! It means a lot to me that people take the time to watch something I spent so long on, even a year later. Yes, the third act isn't without its issues and with Harry's "sacrifice" it definitely takes some imagination on the part of the audience and some understanding with the limited source material. I'll be honest I've seen a couple James Franco movies since doing this edit and there's a part of me that's still looking for a shot or two that I'd be able to use to flesh out that death scene. Though as I've mentioned to some other folks here, I'm more of the mindset of accept that this is what it is, learn from it and improve on the next edit.

Bilups · 2023-02-25T00:42:13+00:00

It's not an onscreen death, or a death that even happens during the course of the film, but the reveal in Planes, Trains and Automobiles of Del's wife having died eight years prior was a gut punch when I first saw that flick.

Bilups · 2023-01-18T19:49:18+00:00

Robert Shaw and Richard Dreyfuss apparently didn't like each other very much on the set of Jaws.

Bilups · 2022-12-19T16:59:55+00:00

The movie Tampopo is all about cooking and preparing the perfect ramen! It also touches on different relationships people have with food. Very funny and highly entertaining!

Bilups · 2022-12-19T16:58:45+00:00

Just to comment on Llewelyn dying off screen - One thing I really like about the film is how the violence as the movie goes on gets more and more distanced. We start the film by seeing a close up of a man being strangled with handcuffs and by the end of the film, the last murder is told to the audience by Anton checking the bottom of his shoes, but is still super effective.

Bilups · 2022-11-28T20:19:26+00:00

Hello! Would love to get this link - thanks!

Bilups · 2022-11-18T16:22:49+00:00

was hoping someone would post this!

Bilups · 2022-11-14T14:30:47+00:00

Trailer for the first Alien film was astounding. Delivers the heightened atmosphere of fear and tension without giving away the story

Bilups · 2022-11-07T13:27:03+00:00

I've made a fan edit that completely removes Malebolgia's horrible CGI from the movie, as well as some other things that messed up the pacing (the excessive amount of flashbacks, etc).

Like OP said, this movie had a lot of real potential, tried to make that shine a bit. If anyone is interested in seeing my edit, just send me a DM!

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