I know this may be an obvious question, but after reading this thread, I'm a bit confused. What is the video source for the Banned Bond Criterion DVDs from Demonoid? Is it the better Connery Collection or the Criterion Collection discs? Did FanFiltration ever do a better version?

This is the post that really had me confused:

FanFiltration said:

Here is something I did not consider back when I made the Banned Bond set. The Criterion Collection are in optimal Standard Play - CAV format. This would mean that the prints used on these disks must be preserved in great quality for fans not owning LD players or these sets. I think I remember using the Connery Collection Vol. 1 as my video source for the Banned Bond project.

I didn't see any follow up, confirming which source it was.

If it was the Connery Collection, I was actually just thinking of picking up a cheap Criterion CLV version without the commentary just to approximate the whole Criterion laserdisc experience, including picture quality, as the timing was a bit different and director-approved. However, is it far lesser quality than the CAV version? The above post hinted at this as well.

Furthermore, I also agree with the general sentiments voiced on this thread. The Blu-Rays don't seem true to Bond and not like 60s films. The color timing's different and it's too clean grain-wise. There is such a thing as too invasive a restoration. :-(

I'd be very grateful if anyone could answer, as reading the thread with some posts deleted and most of the pictures gone can get a bit confusing.