A question for Mr. Belston or Mr Finn (1 Viewer)

[Finn]

I promise to dig through all the inquiries -- there are a lot of thoughtful and passionate questions, suggestions and insights on this strand -- just haven't had the time to do so yet. Some things I can comment on or tease, other things I either don't have an update or don't have one that I can publicly discuss yet. Thanks all. And if you are in LA on the 20th and want to check out Gentlemen Prefer Blondes on the big screen, we'd love to have you....just DM Ron.

 

[John Doe]

Thx James.
I only want to know whether Pink Panther series and The King of Comedy will be released on Blu anytime soon?

 

[Ronald Epstein]

James,

All of us appreciate the fact you are still checking in here.

I also second THE KING OF COMEDY. Great De Niro film.

 

[Paul Rossen]

Mr. Finn...
Is there another release for Michael Mann's LAST OF THE MOHICANS being prepared? The reason for the question is that I viewed it on cable in a much better version than the blu-ray released last year.
I found the blu-ray to be unwatchable(way too dark) while the cable showing was just 'right'.
Thank you

 

[Robert Crawford]

Originally Posted by Paul Rossen /t/323073/a-question-for-mr-belston-or-mr-finn/240#post_4000813
Mr. Finn...
Is there another release for Michael Mann's LAST OF THE MOHICANS being prepared? The reason for the question is that I viewed it on cable in a much better version than the blu-ray released last year.
I found the blu-ray to be unwatchable(way too dark) while the cable showing was just 'right'.
Thank you

IMO, the BD is correct as far as the darkness.

 

[Paul Rossen]

It may be correct but it is not the version I saw in first run theatres back when. It is not he same as the 'Director's cut dvd that I have nor is it the same as the cable version(of the latest cut) I saw the other night. The Blu-ray IMO is too dark.

 

[Robert Crawford]

Originally Posted by Paul Rossen /t/323073/a-question-for-mr-belston-or-mr-finn/240#post_4000820
It may be correct but it is not the version I saw in first run theatres back when. It is not he same as the 'Director's cut dvd that I have nor is it the same as the cable version(of the latest cut) I saw the other night. The Blu-ray IMO is too dark.

As I remembered, it was very dark when I saw it twice during it's first theatrical run.







Crawdaddy

 

[Larry-Bender]

TOYS would look great on bluray. Larry Bender[Trajan]

 

[Finn]

Originally Posted by Paul Rossen /t/323073/a-question-for-mr-belston-or-mr-finn/240#post_4000813
Mr. Finn...
Is there another release for Michael Mann's LAST OF THE MOHICANS being prepared? The reason for the question is that I viewed it on cable in a much better version than the blu-ray released last year.
I found the blu-ray to be unwatchable(way too dark) while the cable showing was just 'right'.
Thank you

unwatchable - really? That's the first i heard that comment.

 

[John Hodson]

I've read that comment - or similar - on the 'net on a few forums.
Not that I agree with it; I'm *delighted* with the release; one of my favourite films.

 

[Paul Rossen]

unwatchable - really? That's the first i heard that comment.

Thanks for the reply. On my calibrated 60 inch Kuro the Blu is too dark overall while the dvd is just fine. A shame as I believe that with the 3 versions of the film I've seen the last one that contains the blu-ray is the best. Oh well, I'm usually thrilled with Fox product and am looking forward to the 50th Anniversary of Cleopatra.

 

[Todd J Moore]

Mr. Finn, just a follow up as to I heard there's a digitial 3D restoration of 1953's INFERNO. Any chance a 3D Blu Ray could be in the offering? Next year is the 60th Anniversary of that film, after all.

 

[Bob Furmanek]

INFERNO was restored several years ago from left/right 35mm materials by the late Daniel Symmes. All alignment issues were corrected and there are now HD left/right masters.
One of the top ten 3-D motion pictures of all time.
Dan's restoration is stunning.
www.3dfilmarchive.com

 

[Todd J Moore]

INFERNO was restored several years ago from left/right 35mm materials by the late Daniel Symmes. All alignment issues were corrected and there are now HD left/right masters.
One of the top ten 3-D motion pictures of all time.
Dan's restoration is stunning.
www.3dfilmarchive.com

As you know, I've seen the film in 3D twice (dual strip) and agree with the assessment that it is a top ten film. I believe a 3D blu ray of it would be absolutely stunning.

 

[Josh Steinberg]

I saw "Inferno" at Film Forum in 2010 I believe it was - dual strip 35mm - great experience, really enjoyed the movie for what it was - I would buy it on BD3D if it ever came out in the format.

 

[Charles Smith]

Inferno in 3D is an instant pre-order. I mean INSTANT.

 

[Richard--W]

INFERNO was restored several years ago from left/right 35mm materials by the late Daniel Symmes. All alignment issues were corrected and there are now HD left/right masters.
One of the top ten 3-D motion pictures of all time.
Dan's restoration is stunning.
www.3dfilmarchive.com

Was this restoration screened at the Expos or did we see a pre-restoration print? I don't remember, only that I was impressed. I was already a fan of Roy Ward Baker's work, but Inferno was a revelation.

As you know, I've seen the film in 3D twice (dual strip) and agree with the assessment that it is a top ten film. I believe a 3D blu ray of it would be absolutely stunning.

Indeed it would.
One of my Most Wanted films on Blu-ray.

 

[Lromero1396]

I'd certainly like to see some best picture winners like Cavalcade and some westerns like Garden of Evil, My Darling Clementine, and The Gunfighter. As well as the Rogers and Hammerstein musicals and Alfred Hitchcock's Lifeboat.

 

[Larry-Bender]

Hello Mr Finn--I asked Twilight Time if they had asked Fox if they could obtain DOCTOR DOLITTLE and STAR! and they said that Fox sounded like they were going to do these titles on their own. Any truth to this? Regards Larry Bender ak. Trajan.

 

[Jon Hertzberg]

INFERNO was restored several years ago from left/right 35mm materials by the late Daniel Symmes. All alignment issues were corrected and there are now HD left/right masters. One of the top ten 3-D motion pictures of all time. Dan's restoration is stunning. www.3dfilmarchive.com

Agreed. Had the chance to see this restoration TWICE at Film Forum over the years. One of the most effective 3D films I've ever seen.