Author Topic: Show Off DVDs (Read 22526 times)

melkeith · « **Reply #30 on:** Sep 30, 2002 at 08:53 PM »

The Matrix
Gladiator
Final Fantasy

Courage · « **Reply #31 on:** Oct 01, 2002 at 01:06 PM »

SPR
Any Given Sunday
Black Hawk Down

slowhand · « **Reply #32 on:** Oct 01, 2002 at 02:01 PM »

As I posted in the Best-Sounding DVDs thread, I am hoping someone can confirm that LOTR has the most awesome bass of all DVDs. Apparently it is the toughest test for a subwoofer.

benny · « **Reply #33 on:** Oct 28, 2002 at 03:54 AM »

Titles cited as ISF Reference DVDs :

Imaging Science Foundation Reference DVD Citation Program

xage · « **Reply #34 on:** Nov 26, 2002 at 07:43 PM »

Well, after obtaining an R1 Spider Man Limited Collector's Edition Box Set, I say its one heck of a show off!

Not only with the film itself once played, but also the box! No child would not resist to drool and check out the big boxed cover of Spidey

dexterc · « **Reply #35 on:** Nov 27, 2002 at 06:49 AM »

Blade 2
LOTR Extended version
Matrix
Mask of Zorro Superbit
Die Hard with a Vengeance
Air Force One
Eagles "Hell freezes Over" DTS
Fast and the Furious

himura · « **Reply #36 on:** Nov 27, 2002 at 09:28 AM »

I'll have to update my demo discs...

Right now, it's LOTR: Extended Cut (The Last Alliance and Mines of Moria scenes) and of course, Episode II (just pop in the Dooku vs Anakin/Obi Wan and Yoda fight or the asteriod chase scene where Jango drops the siesmic charges.. really good stuff

)..

Geoffrey · « **Reply #37 on:** Nov 27, 2002 at 11:12 AM »

Added to my list:

LOTR: Giftset
Band of Brothers R1 - specially if you watch it on DTS

sgc_wdi · « **Reply #38 on:** Nov 27, 2002 at 04:26 PM »

I watched key scenes of Episode II last night, definitely demo material!

keating · « **Reply #39 on:** Nov 27, 2002 at 08:27 PM »

PEARL HARBOR 4 DISC-SET VISTA SERIES DIRECTOR'S CUT, LOTR EXTENDED VERSION & STAR WARS EPISODE 2.

stradale · « **Reply #40 on:** Nov 28, 2002 at 12:51 AM »

For that "being there" experience, I'd put in the Eagles' Hell Freezes Over. In DTS, its simply amazing.

To wow them with slam, I'd put in Jurassic Park 3, also in DTS. Give your guest a glass of water in a tray and let those pounding footsteps ripple the water ala Jurassic Park!

ryn0128 · « **Reply #41 on:** Nov 28, 2002 at 01:55 AM »

DTS demo disc #4
DTS demo disc #5
DTS demo disc #6
DOLBY- Explore your World DVD demo disc

keng001 · « **Reply #42 on:** Nov 28, 2002 at 03:15 AM »

I was at Best Buy (Bay Area) yesterday and they have a complimentary Fox DVD demo disc. It includes scenes from Behind Enemy Lines and Planet of the Apes for Audio Demo. Its FREE so pick it up if you have a Best Buy in your area.

bently · « **Reply #43 on:** Nov 28, 2002 at 04:37 AM »

Quote from: keng001 on Nov 28, 2002 at 03:15 AM

I was at Best Buy (Bay Area) yesterday and they have a complimentary Fox DVD demo disc. It includes scenes from Behind Enemy Lines and Planet of the Apes for Audio Demo. Its FREE so pick it up if you have a Best Buy in your area.

some other best buy stores are charging a penny for this

i'm gonna pick up a couple after work!

stradale · « **Reply #44 on:** Nov 28, 2002 at 08:43 AM »

ryn0128,

Are those DTS demo discs available in Manila o oorderin pa sa internet?

bently · « **Reply #45 on:** Nov 29, 2002 at 08:39 AM »

well i was right, best buy was selling it for 1 cent so picked up 5 copies for 5cents!

i was really tempted to grab them all, pero that would have been very abusive.

there is a thx optimizer in the dvd, the audio was only in dd5.1, no dts

the video was nice since it had a side by side comparison on how they where able to restore the film Mash!, you can really see the improvement on the color! However i did notice that the sharpness was a bit better on the old footage, so its kind of a trade off.
theres also a section explaining anamorphic dvd's but its only text based so its kinda boring with all those reading! $:-\$

but hey! what can you expect for 1 cent!

keng001 · « **Reply #46 on:** Nov 30, 2002 at 04:23 AM »

Bently, I just check my credit card receipt and you are absolutely right. I was charge 1 cent for the complimentary demo disc from Fox.

The package reads 'Compliments of Twentieth Century Fox' so I thought it was free. I didn't bother to look at my receipt until I read your post. How much is a penny these days in pesos? Sayang din ano.

ryn0128 · « **Reply #47 on:** Nov 30, 2002 at 11:10 AM »

stradale,

sorry for the late reply. i got mine from there HQ in U.S and U.K. i was offering a trade last 2 weeks coz i got a extra DTS demo disc 6. sayang. ill just inform you guys if i have an extra copy again. you can order this online thru their website or you can get them at electronic depot in libis as the other guys here are posting. thanks.

bently · « **Reply #48 on:** Dec 01, 2002 at 10:24 AM »

Quote from: keng001 on Nov 30, 2002 at 04:23 AM

How much is a penny these days in pesos? Sayang din ano.

let's see 100pennies =$1, and $1= 50 pesos(average) then a penny would be 50 divided by 100 or .5 centavos. tama ba?

anyway another great dvd to show off to teens is the AV:X.07 - Recreate

Andy Ling and the Evolution team have created a seamless blend of music to accompany the visuals for this disc and have succeeded amazingly. DJ and VJ artists such as David James, Basilica, Tarrentella, Filmpalast and others have had their music mixed together into a cohesive compilation that flows perfectly from each visual creation. The music itself is slow beat trance and dance mix that is easily listened to and never moves to fast. The upbeat tempo and eclectic mix of sounds is always changing and moving.

The video is similar to the music. Comprised of entirely computer created imagery from several artists, the Brooklyn, New York group Exotic Robotics have combined the visuals from renowned VJs into a consistent mix. The images range from simple geographic shapes and 3D imagery to computer manipulated photo-realistic footage. Overall, the images are beautifully done, constantly moving and always interesting.

so if your into techno house music, then this dvd is a must buy!

bently

sardaukar · « **Reply #49 on:** Dec 01, 2002 at 10:55 AM »

Quote from: bently on Dec 01, 2002 at 10:24 AM

let's see 100pennies =$1, and $1= 50 pesos(average) then a penny would be 50 divided by 100 or .5 centavos. tama ba?

Actually that would be .5 pesos or 50 centavos. About 53 centavos by current exchange rates.

Sayang walang Best Buy dito.

vnO · « **Reply #50 on:** Dec 01, 2002 at 05:41 PM »

Quote from: spartacus on Dec 11, 2001 at 09:08 PM

I was wondering what DVD (or DVD's) do you have that you like to use to show off or educate your friends with?

You know a friend comes over and asks "What's so special about DVDs?". Then automatically it's the first disc you reach for.

Follow up question. Why that disc?

Saving Private Ryan(R1) & Gladiator (Signature Selection) - simply the DTS experience

plus:
Lord of the Rings Special Extended Platinum Edition & Harry Potter Special Widesreen Edition - simply my favorites...

paeng · « **Reply #51 on:** Dec 13, 2002 at 12:47 PM »

Show off DVDs include Cocteau's *Beauty and the Beast* and, ideally, *Death in Venice*. The rest can be appreciated or purchased by anyone, so there's nothing to show off there.

Kings · « **Reply #52 on:** Dec 13, 2002 at 01:40 PM »

Quote from: paeng on Dec 13, 2002 at 12:47 PM

Show off DVDs include Cocteau's *Beauty and the Beast* and, ideally, *Death in Venice*. The rest can be appreciated or purchased by anyone, so there's nothing to show off there.

Mawalang galang na bro paeng, but the original question in this thread was :
I was wondering what DVD (or DVD's) do you have that you like to use to show off or educate your friends with?. I'm assuming that this means - about DVDs in general, not cinema history. Thread originator, please correct me if I'm wrong.

As for the DVDs you mentioned, I think it would be more far more suited to the thread What Rare DVDs do you own?

paeng · « **Reply #53 on:** Dec 16, 2002 at 10:11 AM »

Sorry, I thought you meant the original meaning of "education."

Generally, any film can be used to show to a potential equipment buyer. If he's a "phile", then you can just "wow" him with the equipment. If he's trying to follow the Joneses, then just show him *Shrek* or *Star Wars*. W.C. Fields' advice makes sense here.

The tough part involves dealing with a sophisticated film viewer. Since he values quality over gimmickry, one way of showing him that it makes sense to invest in the hardware is the durability of the medium and the availability of "rare" films (actually, films that they prefer).

The risk is that the equipment might become outdated soon.

Quote from: Kings on Dec 13, 2002 at 01:40 PM

Quote from: paeng on Dec 13, 2002 at 12:47 PM
Show off DVDs include Cocteau's *Beauty and the Beast* and, ideally, *Death in Venice*. The rest can be appreciated or purchased by anyone, so there's nothing to show off there.

Mawalang galang na bro paeng, but the original question in this thread was :
I was wondering what DVD (or DVD's) do you have that you like to use to show off or educate your friends with?. I'm assuming that this means - about DVDs in general, not cinema history. Thread originator, please correct me if I'm wrong.

As for the DVDs you mentioned, I think it would be more far more suited to the thread What Rare DVDs do you own?

jerix · « **Reply #54 on:** Dec 27, 2002 at 08:35 AM »

to show off, maganda ung SAVING PRIVATE RYAN, particularly the first 15 minutes and the last 20 minutes war scenes. Also good are war scenes in WINDTALKERS,THIN RED LINE, and PEARL HARBOR. Ginagamit ko rin to demo ung bank robbery scene ng HEAT and the race scene sa STAR WARS (phantom menace)

Kings · « **Reply #55 on:** Dec 27, 2002 at 09:45 AM »

I am really very happy I got the Superbit version of "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon". I enjoy the very subdued, but very powerful soundtrack and especially like the scenes where the Green Destiny hums as it is pulled out of its sheath. I think this will be my new show-off DVD.

slowhand · « **Reply #56 on:** Jan 07, 2003 at 10:58 PM »

Blue Crush!!!

xage · « **Reply #57 on:** Feb 09, 2003 at 01:01 PM »

Kids do drool with dvds of mine

DropZite · « **Reply #58 on:** Feb 09, 2003 at 11:38 PM »

Quote from: xage on Feb 09, 2003 at 01:01 PM

Kids do drool with dvds of mine

Kakasilaw yong mga DVDs mo ah. Kaya pala attractive he. hehe!

O baka malakas lang flash ng camera mo.

dorian_gray · « **Reply #59 on:** Feb 10, 2003 at 12:46 AM »

I bought Stanley Kubrick's "Barry Lyndon" and "Lolita" when these were still on discount sale. I was not even born when these films were released (born 1978) and am grateful that the DVD technology can bring back these excellent films to my generation.

I am particularly impressed with the sharpness of "Barry Lyndon". I can even recognize the freckles of the actors. The film doesn't look old at all!

And these are the films that I show off to my friends when they visit.