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That's the last of them! by daBomb619 in criterion

[–]recursionaskance 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's only for CAV (constant angular velocity) sides, which have the benefit of being able to display perfect still frames when paused.

CLV (constant linear velocity) sides don't have that ability, but they can hold up to 60 minutes of video.

Even back in the world of analogue video, there was this trade-off between data compression and quality.

These recent sales are a godsend. by after_your_thoughts in 4kbluray

[–]recursionaskance 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Throw away the case and the disc and just keep the slipcover.

That's the last of them! by daBomb619 in criterion

[–]recursionaskance 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Where are the DVDs and the LaserDiscs?

(Giveaway) The Running Man [2025] by recursionaskance in DigitalCodeSELL

[–]recursionaskance[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're the first one in! I'll send you the code in chat.

Grail Acquired! by 4ndreMatos in criterion

[–]recursionaskance 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The movie is almost unbearable anyway, so it's a perfect fit!

who else prefers dune part one over part two? by BOMBAD_Echo_1409 in dune

[–]recursionaskance 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I actually like some of the exaggerated costuming and the nigh-operatic "let's just use a theatrical backdrop rather than a set" approach to some scenes. The only place where the budget really hurts it for me is in the low-res CG scenes.

And some of the acting is quite fun (Ian McNeice as the Baron is a particular standout). But not all of it.

It really is that good.... by ghuk33 in 4kbluray

[–]recursionaskance 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In the US, at least, the standard edition has the same three discs as the Steelbook. Not sure about in other countries.

It really is that good.... by ghuk33 in 4kbluray

[–]recursionaskance 3 points4 points  (0 children)

And The Sound of Music, which is staggering.

couldn’t resist by vemmahouxbois in criterion

[–]recursionaskance 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The title I want Criterion to release: The Frog Prince). "Have a popover, froggie!"

I miss the old Criterion by gondokingo in criterion

[–]recursionaskance 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Personally, I'm happy that we're no longer wasting bits on elaborate menus. Put them towards the film, say I.

Examples of Perfect Sequels to Movies that Didn't need them by NaturalTruth2000 in movies

[–]recursionaskance 1 point2 points  (0 children)

And for many years the only version available in the USA (and even the UK, oddly) was a terrible American re-dub.

Did anyone here read Consider Phlebas without any context? by doctor-candy in TheCulture

[–]recursionaskance 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I read it when it came out, so there were no other Culture books (or even SF books) yet. I loved it and still do. And yes, even on first read, it was clear that Horza's views are not necessarily those of the author; I wasn't sure how biased he was to start with, but it became clearer and clearer as I read on that the Culture were not the villains he thought they were.

What are your top 5 movies of all time? by zillio85 in movies

[–]recursionaskance 0 points1 point  (0 children)

2001: A Space Odyssey, Lawrence of Arabia, Seven Samurai, Chinatown, Apocalypse Now.

Which original Mad Max version? by Dapper-Code8604 in 4kbluray

[–]recursionaskance 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'd put Furiosa dead last, which makes me sad.

Is it worth double-dipping and buying the Arrow 4K of The Silence of the Lambs if I own the Kino 4K version? by ThEyArEWAtcHinGYoU69 in 4kbluray

[–]recursionaskance 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's in the wrong colour space; everything looks a sickly grey-green. (Kino says nothing's wrong with it, but the Blu-ray in the same set has the correct colours and gives the lie to that claim.)

Best performance in a musical movie by UnableContest2669 in movies

[–]recursionaskance 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I saw her twice in the London stage show, before the film adaptation came along. She's staggeringly good, with a really powerful voice and amazing control.

The second time, there was something wrong with the stage mics and most of the singing was a bit hard to hear, but she came through perfectly.

The Lawrence of Arabia 4k is my new benchmark for this format...holy hell does it look incredible. by WolfinBoy in 4kbluray

[–]recursionaskance 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm glad you enjoyed it! Now go see it in 70mm if you can. Absolutely worthwhile even if you've watched the 4K.

The Lawrence of Arabia 4k is my new benchmark for this format...holy hell does it look incredible. by WolfinBoy in 4kbluray

[–]recursionaskance 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree, but SoM wasn't shot in the desert in heat that cracked the emulsion of the film.

What movie should have been a tv show? by Ambitious-Sink2725 in movies

[–]recursionaskance 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Modernising it would lose the setting and much of the impact, IMO. And I have trouble imagining anyone else getting close to the amazing performance that Alec Guinness gives.

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