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Steve...O · 07-24-2007, 07:37 PM

This is a tough call. I have always believed that waiting for better elements is the right thing to do. In my opinion, a release should be done right the first time At the same time, I don't think an entire series should be held up because of the occasional problematic print.

To me, it makes sense to release a "series" in chronological order. One can follow character development and progression and watch the Bowery Boys turn into the Bowery Middle Aged Men over the course of 48 films. I have great respect for Mr. Garvey's point of view, but I can't compare one off films like noirs or films with the same co-stars playing different roles to a series with a recurring set of characters.

My preference and recommendation would be to stick with chronological releases but if a title is problematic, defer its release until a better source can be found. So, for example, if Mr. Hex goes from Vol 1 to Vol 4 or Vol 5 that would be fine. If WHV feels there is no hope to find a better print, include it anyway, warts and all, with a disclaimer that better elements simply do not exist.

To me this modified approach is better than buying a "Best Of" and then double dipping later. Truth be told though, I will support whatever WHV decides to do. The worst thing that can happen is a "Best Of" doesn't sell because of consumers waiting for the chronological releases.

A big thank you to WHV for once again showing a lot of class by reaching out to their consumers and getting input! Thanks also to Ron for providing this opportunity to respond.

EDIT: I love Ron's idea below about spine numbers. That is a great suggestion and will keep the "Mr. Monk" in all of us happy. This may not work perfectly if WHV uses double or triple features, but will be close enough.

Steve

07-24-2007, 07:37 PM	#3 of 247
Steve...O Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Local Time: 02:38 AM Local Date: 12-02-2008 Posts: 2,359	Re: THE BOWERY BOYS on DVD: Warner wants your input..... This is a tough call. I have always believed that waiting for better elements is the right thing to do. In my opinion, a release should be done right the first time At the same time, I don't think an entire series should be held up because of the occasional problematic print. To me, it makes sense to release a "series" in chronological order. One can follow character development and progression and watch the Bowery Boys turn into the Bowery Middle Aged Men over the course of 48 films. I have great respect for Mr. Garvey's point of view, but I can't compare one off films like noirs or films with the same co-stars playing different roles to a series with a recurring set of characters. My preference and recommendation would be to stick with chronological releases but if a title is problematic, defer its release until a better source can be found. So, for example, if Mr. Hex goes from Vol 1 to Vol 4 or Vol 5 that would be fine. If WHV feels there is no hope to find a better print, include it anyway, warts and all, with a disclaimer that better elements simply do not exist. To me this modified approach is better than buying a "Best Of" and then double dipping later. Truth be told though, I will support whatever WHV decides to do. The worst thing that can happen is a "Best Of" doesn't sell because of consumers waiting for the chronological releases. A big thank you to WHV for once again showing a lot of class by reaching out to their consumers and getting input! Thanks also to Ron for providing this opportunity to respond. EDIT: I love Ron's idea below about spine numbers. That is a great suggestion and will keep the "Mr. Monk" in all of us happy. This may not work perfectly if WHV uses double or triple features, but will be close enough. Steve Last edited by Steve...O : 07-24-2007 at 10:08 PM.