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PaulDA · 01-29-2008, 09:56 AM

The assumption, at least among the general public, seems to be that the "Director's Cut" is always the LONGER version, when available. I'm glad you're able to illustrate this is not always the case. The same applies for Ridley Scott's extended Gladiator (he specifically states in the introduction that the theatrical cut is his "director's cut") and I believe the same applies to the LOTR theatrical cuts (I'm pretty sure I've seen such a comment attributed to Peter Jackson, though I'm not certain).

In any event, it is always enjoyable to get this kind of information and I look forward to adding this to my collection.

01-29-2008, 09:56 AM	#2 of 304
PaulDA *Paul* Member Location: St. Hubert, Quebec Join Date: Feb 2004 Local Time: 09:53 PM Local Date: 10-10-2008 Posts: 1,618	Re: Statement concerning THE LAST EMPEROR (Criterion Collection) The assumption, at least among the general public, seems to be that the "Director's Cut" is always the LONGER version, when available. I'm glad you're able to illustrate this is not always the case. The same applies for Ridley Scott's extended Gladiator (he specifically states in the introduction that the theatrical cut is his "director's cut") and I believe the same applies to the LOTR theatrical cuts (I'm pretty sure I've seen such a comment attributed to Peter Jackson, though I'm not certain). In any event, it is always enjoyable to get this kind of information and I look forward to adding this to my collection. Never try to teach a pig to sing. It wastes time, and it annoys the pig.