I was at a shop today, and someone was asking the salesgirl what the difference was between the 299 and 375 releases of Magna. I actually joined in on the conversation, and explained about the features and the quality of the more expensive title. It was a very pleasant little talk.
After my explanation, though, the girl put down the 375 title and went for the 299 version of the same film. She told me, "Sayang din kasi, papanoorin ko lang naman yung sine, e isang kain na rin sa Jollibee yung 76 pesos."
And I understood her completely, and even applaud her for buying this over "the 75 peso alternative." I guess each type of disc, "full featured-DVD9" or "budget DVD5", has its own target consumers. I just hope the DVD9 market remains profitable enough for the local companies, so we collectors can have the option to purchase the kind of DVD we want, and not be stuck with something we wouldn't be happy with.