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Post: #208726
Topic: ***//BUILDING EMPIRE\\: PAL & NTSC DVD - NEW EDITION NOW ONLINE! ***
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/208726/action/topic#208726
Time: 11-May-2006 6:21 PM

I got this from myspleen and am pretty impressed with it. I haven't watched all of it, but I did notice one thing: Many spelling mistakes in the on-screen text. You might consider having someone proofread your text entries and grammar in the future, otherwise it looks amateurish. Other than that minor quibble, it's a great documentary.

Post: #208361
Topic: The Official 2006 Discs Will Be No Better Than What We Have!
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/208361/action/topic#208361
Time: 10-May-2006 9:53 PM

I would think that this would be the case. LFL isn't going to spend a ton of money to restore something that Lucas doesn't really care about. Using the 1993 masters that were used for the DC and Faces sets makes sense, since that was the last time the OOT was remastered, and the cost of transferring it is minimal. Obviously a master -> DVD is going to look a lot better than an LD capture ported to DVDR, even if they're derived from the same master source. I believe it will be a 16x9 dual layer transfer, and will look a lot better than the LDs ever could. I'll be glad to finally have a legal version of the true films. As for the rest of the arguments, I have only one thing to say: This bickering is pointless.

Originally posted by: THX
The most likely scenario, IMHO, is the one painted by zombie84. LFL would want an anamorphic 24p disc, two reasons not to use the D1/D2 master. Given the advances in video technology, they'd want to do a new telecine/digital scan form the best available source, which would be the '93 interpositive. All this is entirely consistent with Jim Ward's comments, both on starwars.com and in the USA today article. The quote about video quality, which is from the journalist, not Ward (although he is presumably paraphrasing Ward) is: The original films' video quality will not match up to that of the restored versions. This seems most likely to refer to the fact that these editions will not have the digital "restoration" as performed by Lowry for the 2004 editions. To me, this is another plus point.

Now, the worst case scenario is that these are just being compressed from the D1/D2 letterbox masters used for the DefCol & "Faces" LDs (and the last VHS release). Even if this is the case, they will still be the best available version of the OOT on DVD: I will be happy to buy them and I strongly urge everyone else to do the same. This is a good example of an opportunity to vote with our wallets. We all want the OOT to live on into future formats and support for this product now is the best way to encourage that. If it is a big hit, LFL (other than Lucas) and Fox will want to keep re-releasing it to make more money - which is great for us. If it is boycotted because 'it should have been better', there will be no future for top quality versions of the OOT on home video.

Post: #208345
Topic: Pizza Stone v.2
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/208345/action/topic#208345
Time: 10-May-2006 8:35 PM

Traditional pizzas don't always come with tomato sauce, but that is how most people think of them, since modern pizza is based upon recipes brought over by poor southern Italian immigrants. Most of those kinds of pizza were thin crust, with lots of tomato sauce; this is common with Sicilian style, which is quite heavy. Some Mediterranean pizzas use olive oil and garlic as a base; usually this is Greek style. I've also seen alfredo sauce pizza, but that is likely an American creation. Putting ketchup and mayo on pizza is disgusting, and I can't imagine why anyone would do that.

Post: #207724
Topic: Bad News For Men
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/207724/action/topic#207724
Time: 8-May-2006 10:18 PM

What you seem to be missing is that their INTRODUCTORY offer is 2 DVDs for $10. When you purchase them, you're automatically enrolled into a subscription plan, where you are sent one DVD per month (I believe), at a much higher price (of course). Don't waste your money or time.

Post: #207502
Topic: Info: The LID Project: Laserdisc is dead.
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/207502/action/topic#207502
Time: 8-May-2006 3:53 AM

I wasn't going to get involved in this, but....

Originally posted by: SephirothTNH
I've seen other
Preservation threads get closed down because an
official dvd existed even if you did have to order it
from another country, Ong-Bak. It seems like we have
some double standards here. X0 as well as any
straight preservation of the OOT should now be
considered bootleg.

I'm glad at least someone else noticed this; all I really wanted was a reasonable explanation of why my thread was closed. I can handle it being closed, but even after making an irrefutable argument in its defense, I was brushed off. I find that insulting and hypocritical, since others have provided titles which already do exist and are domestically available, and yet are allowed to get away with it.

Post: #206019
Topic: ORIGINAL STAR WARS TRILOGY OUT 09/2006 BY LUCASFILM
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/206019/action/topic#206019
Time: 4-May-2006 12:13 AM

I knew this would happen eventually, I just didn't expect it so soon. These sorts of manipulative business practices employed by so many modern companies have become very commonplace. I posted a theory about this roughly 6 months ago detailing my suspicions, and lo and behold, it has manifested itself. Lucas has known all along what people want, and has simply been stringing the fans along. Anyway, I'm just glad that it's now official. Don't be too shocked when the movies are rererererereleased onto HD-DVD within 3 years.

Post: #205780
Topic: Info Wanted: Gettysburg - 270 min LD cut - has anyone done a preservation of this?
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/205780/action/topic#205780
Time: 3-May-2006 2:48 AM

There's a copy of the collector's box set for sale here, which contains the extended cut. I haven't seen any transfers of this but it might be interesting.

Post: #203241
Topic: New Star Trek Movie
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/203241/action/topic#203241
Time: 21-Apr-2006 3:20 PM

I imagine that since the characters are portrayed as being younger, they will have different actors playing the parts. I can't really see this movie being all that great, but it may help steer the franchise into a new direction, as the TNG-era movies have been played out.

Post: #202803
Topic: Info Wanted: a 'Battlestar Galactica 1980' preservation?
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/202803/action/topic#202803
Time: 19-Apr-2006 8:01 PM

I have this series on 4 DVD-R discs if anyone is interested. The quality is very good, about an 8.5, and they were taken from the Sci-Fi channel, so I don't know if they're edited or not.

Post: #201431
Topic: A SPARK OF HOPE FOR LASERMAN
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/201431/action/topic#201431
Time: 15-Apr-2006 6:24 AM

Donation sent-hopefully he will recover. I don't mean to pry or seem morbid, but what is the exact condition he is suffering from?
On another note...

Originally posted by: Zion
Just a tip guys, if you select "quasi cash" as the transaction type, paypal will not charge YIYF a fee upon receipt of your donation.

Where is this listed at? I think the fees are the same for Paypal, regardless of the transaction type. You're essentially paying them to move numbers around in their accounts. If it's different, I'd be interested in knowing about it.

TR

Post: #200651
Topic: Question regarding sound sync issues
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/200651/action/topic#200651
Time: 13-Apr-2006 12:49 AM

Thanks for the info. I downloaded DVD Lab and demuxed the audio out of the VOBs, but apparently the audio delay function doesn't work with DTS tracks. I'm not sure if I'm doing something wrong or not, but it is perplexing.

Post: #200072
Topic: Question regarding sound sync issues
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/200072/action/topic#200072
Time: 11-Apr-2006 5:28 PM

I have a DVD that was made with the sound out of sync by accident. Is there any way to use a tool like TMPGEnc to fix it? I don't know much about doing that sort of thing or if it's even possible.

Post: #197467
Topic: Help: looking for... 'Galaxy Quest' - the workprint...
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/197467/action/topic#197467
Time: 2-Apr-2006 11:58 PM

Galaxy Quest is to Star Trek as Spaceballs is to Star Wars, basically spoofing the original films without straying into mockery. I found it fine the way it was, but this may be interesting also.

Post: #197171
Topic: BEAUTIFUL WOMEN NEW RULES IN FIRST POST (NSFW) UPDATED RULES
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/197171/action/topic#197171
Time: 1-Apr-2006 4:02 AM

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Post: #196821
Topic: The Double Standard
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/196821/action/topic#196821
Time: 30-Mar-2006 1:57 PM

I'm starting a new thread due to this problem I've encountered here. Lately, as you all may know, I produced an original Ong Bak cut, which isn't easily available in its original form. The thread was locked due to it being questionable and I was never able to offer a rebuttal.
I find it rather infuriating that people can freely release titles like The Game and Blade Runner, solely because they have better picture quality, yet are easily available commercially. The only real difference between them is the video quality and the extras included. I decided to release something that has improved audio quality over the commercially released version and is also the original cut, and it's somehow not ok to do so. This is just hypocrisy, because you can't deem one release is ok and another isn't just because one has better video and one has better audio. I was chastised "just" because it was a DTS version. Blade Runner "just" has better resolution. What exactly is the difference (barring the extras)?
Yes, the original cut of Ong Bak with English subs can be purchased from Australia, which is fine, if you like watching a sped up version with inferior audio. The Game and Blade Runner can both be purchased domestically, and are the same cuts, yet the only improvement is the video quality. Don't get me wrong, I'm grateful for these improved releases, but I'm thoroughly baffled.
My problem is this: How does improved video quality alone make it ok? What exactly is the criteria for an acceptable release? How can there be this double standard?
I get the strong suspicion that my thread being locked has very little to do with it being "piracy", and more to do with my status on this board, which some view as less than desirable. I don't really mind the rules being enforced, but if they are going to be, then they need to apply to everyone equally, and not just because of the whims of the moderators.
To summarize:

The Game:
Only difference is anamorphic video and LD extras
Ong Bak:
Original cut in NTSC with Eng subs & DTS audio

In terms of differences, my DVD actually has more of them, not less.
I'd like a logical explanation about this, and why one is ok and one isn't.

Post: #196352
Topic: Ong-Bak: Thai Warrior Original Version
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/196352/action/topic#196352
Time: 28-Mar-2006 5:23 PM

I did this mostly for NTSC viewers without access to multi region PAL converting players since R1 customers are forced into buying the Luc Besson version. The soundtrack is also a vast improvement over the Dolby versions. Yes, what Moth3r described is accurate. Sorry for the direct link; in my haste to make it available, I forgot about the direct linking policy.

Post: #196071
Topic: Ong-Bak: Thai Warrior Original Version
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/196071/action/topic#196071
Time: 27-Mar-2006 8:28 PM

No need, I just did so. The site for downloading is below. Enjoy!
Search for Ong-Bak on Demonoid, as I can't post a direct link.

Post: #195989
Topic: Ong-Bak: Thai Warrior Original Version
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/195989/action/topic#195989
Time: 27-Mar-2006 2:30 PM

I guess I didn't make the statement clear enough: It's one of the only original cuts IN NTSC FORMAT (NOT PAL!) Besides, there's no DTS on the R4 release.
dark_jedi:
No, I don't have a demonoid membership. Do you, or can you get me one?

Post: #195779
Topic: Ong-Bak: Thai Warrior Original Version
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/195779/action/topic#195779
Time: 26-Mar-2006 7:49 PM

Well, so far nothing.... I haven't heard back from Rik or seen it posted. I'm not sure if it will even happen, but even if it does, it will probably be some time.

Post: #194984
Topic: DVD Labels
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/194984/action/topic#194984
Time: 22-Mar-2006 3:00 PM

In that case, it is correct, although I don't know why anyone would continue watching V1.

Post: #194841
Topic: DVD Labels
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/194841/action/topic#194841
Time: 21-Mar-2006 4:33 PM

Zion:
Just a note, My V2 is anamorphic, not letterbox. Other than that those labels look great.

Post: #194039
Topic: Info Wanted: What is the Best Quality OT Fan Preservation Set?
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/194039/action/topic#194039
Time: 16-Mar-2006 3:04 PM

The reason that happened with V1 was because the LDs were captured onto a Sony DV Cam and then transferred to PC via firewire, rather than directly. V2 was captured through a PC capture card, via the digital out on the LD player, so what you hear is exactly the same as the LD. I've compared them myself by playing the actual LDs and the DVD simultaneously while switching between them and there is no significant quality difference.

Imagine what you could do by taking a colour/gamma corrected DVD, and using the X0 transfer (to fix the SE elements), and one of the DVB captures (to fix certain DVD defects). One day, maybe...

That is a possibility, but the X0 will most likely be the new standard. Your idea seems like it would require more effort and time than any one person could possibly muster.

Post: #194002
Topic: Info Wanted: What is the Best Quality OT Fan Preservation Set?
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/194002/action/topic#194002
Time: 16-Mar-2006 10:36 AM

The truth is, none of the current sets are perfect; they're all flawed in some way, either due to the limitations of single layer discs or the equipment used to make them. Yes, even OCP's set, while well made and great quality, still contains unremoveable SE elements which hamper my enjoyment. The color scheme on the retail DVDs is terribly oversaturated and it's much too dark, although OCP did compensate for this somewhat. As good as they are, I'd still rather watch blurry LD copies.
My set does have its flaws, but I specifically wanted to concentrate more on sound quality than video quality, because that is what makes Star Wars great, and also because no other transfer has PCM audio. Personally, I could care less about a few extra lines of resolution if I have to listen to dull, compressed audio. This is just my opinion and I don't expect anyone to concur, so save your comments.
Hopefully, once the X0 project is complete, it will put this thread to rest as I'm sure it will be the new standard, and there will be no further disputes as to which is best.

Post: #193880
Topic: Heat: The Action Edit (Released)
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/193880/action/topic#193880
Time: 15-Mar-2006 8:17 PM

Sounds good.. I agree, I don't see the point of those scenes as they don't add anything to the story. The scenes don't flesh out Pacino's character, or add to his motivations in any way, or alter his behavior or attitudes. It just shows he's the stereotypical "cop with family problems" guy, but mainly just slow the film down. If his daughter or wife had been put into jeopardy, the scenes may have served a purpose, but every time I watch the film I just wonder why they're there.

Post: #193559
Topic: Ong-Bak: Thai Warrior Original Version
Link: https://originaltrilogy.com/post/id/193559/action/topic#193559
Time: 14-Mar-2006 1:09 PM

I've PIF'ed this to DAYV, so hopefully it will get uploaded eventually.