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    Robert Harris on The Bits - 8/12/02 column - OFFICIAL THREAD

    Actually, while I do recognize that there are problems with it, I've decided to break down and buy the DVD. I found a cheap copy of the 2 disc set, so I figure I'll get it. I can still enjoy the story and the performances. If it plays here in the 70mm reissue, I'll still go see it.
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    Robert Harris on The Bits - 8/12/02 column - OFFICIAL THREAD

    [SIZE=2]Sorry, I think I was unclear again. I have to start proofing my posts better. When I said...
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    Robert Harris on The Bits - 8/12/02 column - OFFICIAL THREAD

    [SIZE=2]Robert, Are you saying that it would be more appropriate to present these films in 1.37:1 then? What about the Movietone thing? I have been told that City Lights for example was composed for that ratio (ie. narrower than 1.37:1), but I don't know how accurate that is.
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    Robert Harris on The Bits - 8/12/02 column - OFFICIAL THREAD

    Patrick, I'd be interested to hear your definition of "lopsided." I have both Dracula and All Quiet on the Western Front on DVD. I never noticed anything that appeared way off. But I could have easily missed it. I wonder if Frankenstein is also one of these as I noticed the credits on...
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    Robert Harris on The Bits - 8/12/02 column - OFFICIAL THREAD

    Thanks for the info, Robert. I will surely sleep better tonight. :D
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    Robert Harris on The Bits - 8/12/02 column - OFFICIAL THREAD

    I'm glad to know that Atlantic City bears the RAH stamp of approval. I bought the DVD when it came out and it was my first ever viewing of the film. Good to know that I got a fairly accurate presentation. And this is the reason why I still haven't seen Lawrence of Arabia. :angry: But what...
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