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post #61 of 1200
8/25/03 at 6:56pm
Actually, I believe the original cut of part III ended as a dream. Chris's head was chopped off, but she wakes up in the back of the cop car screaming.

If you replace the shot of Mrs. Voorhees pulling her under with Jason cutting her head off, it fits in correct with the movie, leaving her a survivor, but messed up in the head.
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post #62 of 1200
8/25/03 at 7:05pm
I read about that original ending to Part 3, looking forward to seeing at, as someone has already mentioned it's been found.

In fact some of the info on that site is correct, but there's a whole heap that's just able
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post #63 of 1200
8/26/03 at 9:06am
Let's not get too upset at Paramount if not every scene mentioned above is added to these releases. Granted, all the gore that was ordered cut by the MPAA should be restored, but alternate endings and scenes cut deliberately for time and pacing issues should not be restored to the films merely because they exist. There is a reason films have editors.

-Lyle J.P.
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post #64 of 1200
8/26/03 at 12:17pm
Sure, I don't think most on here want anything other than the MPAA/Paramount cut stuff reinserted, the alternate ending to Part 3 I would like in a supplement, well I hope it's done that way

I've also been having a think about this Sept 19th F13th fest, the more I think about it the more I reckon someone at Paramount will be mentioning the UNCUT release of the series, they would be pretty foolish to announce they're the same cut versions, with a few extras...Imagine the fans reactions, slow clapping with the chant..uncut, UNCUT, UNCUT until the suits at Paramount have to be airlifted out of the place

Of course they can pretty much name their price if the set is unrated!
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post #65 of 1200
8/26/03 at 12:38pm
the more I reckon someone at Paramount will be mentioning the UNCUT release of the series, they would be pretty foolish to announce they're the same cut versions


Exactly. Don't hint to a legion of fans that long desired uncut DVDs are coming, then announce the same dics in a box set "at a new low price!". Martin's earlier post has me very excited.

Of course they can pretty much name their price if the set is unrated!


I'm actually scared to think about it, but I've already started saving!
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post #66 of 1200
8/26/03 at 12:45pm
I think everything available should be included as a supplement (scenes cut for pacing, alternate endings, etc.) but the gore scenes should be re-inserted into the films.
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post #67 of 1200
8/26/03 at 1:14pm
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I'm actually scared to think about it, but I've already started saving!

Anyone dare suggest how much they'd shell out for an unrated box set?

I'd go to $135 max, that's for 8 remastered & restored unrated versions.
If they're just the same old, same old with poor quality work prints stuck on the flip side, then it'd be $55 tops, but not of my money that's for sure.

In fact I'd gladly pay $40 for an unrated/restored My Bloody Valentine: Director's Vision release.

Simon C
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post #68 of 1200
9/1/03 at 7:13pm
I picked up Nightmare on Elm Street Box set for 60 bux, I figure 80 bux would be a good price
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post #69 of 1200
9/1/03 at 7:30pm
Just felt like mentioning, www.deepdiscountdvd.com has the NOES boxset for like 55 bucks or something.
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post #70 of 1200
9/1/03 at 10:39pm
Um, I would probably pay up to $160 for a box set of all uncut... That is $20 a piece which is more than enough for Paramount to charge per disc...

Although, I would like to see it cheaper...

This is a set I will buy though if and when it comes out... Some of the movies I dot even want, but I am curious... Besides, they wouldnt be available to rent anyways most likely...
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post #71 of 1200
9/2/03 at 7:23pm
Sadly I was just told by someone in the US dvd industry some fairly solid information regarding the box set.

"I'm told that the F13 DVDs will not be restored at all in the US, they will just contain special features not on the older releases".

If this is true, all I can say is I had fun day dreaming over an uncut box set
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post #72 of 1200
9/2/03 at 7:51pm
If that's the truth, Paramount is really wasting an amazing opportunity to take advantage of Jason's renewed popularity. disappointing news, but at least at this point it's just a rumor. I'll wait until September 19th to start belly-aching.
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post #73 of 1200
9/2/03 at 8:14pm
Honestly, there's no point in releasing Special Editions. I know I'd simply rent them unless they were UNCUT, then I'd buy.
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post #74 of 1200
9/2/03 at 8:17pm
Yeah, That sounds Downright Suicidal on Paramount's part. If this turns out to be true, Martin Blythe certianly had alot of Balls to tease the upcoming announcement knowing full well that everyone here is out for Blood (of course pun intended) for the unrated cuts (once again)
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post #75 of 1200
9/2/03 at 8:41pm
I agree. They're sitting on a huge cash cow, and if they are looking to make any money from the new releases...they'd be stupid to release them in the CUT form.

I think what they need to do is call the directors for 1-8 and ask them to get involved.

I know the guy from part VII would be willing to do it. They'd honestly make their money back. The fans alone would grab a boxset up right away (and we're talking about a MSRP of like $$250.00 retailing for like $180.00. If they release all the editions separately with HUGE UNCUT letters and such, casual people would pick them up too. I think the only thing that's going to happen if these are announced as Special Editions (trailers, documentaries, commentaries, no UNCUT footage inserted back into the movies) the people that haven't bought these yet will buy the first editions for cheap, or will buy nothing at all.
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post #76 of 1200
9/2/03 at 9:05pm
Something that needs to be addressed is that it might not actually be possible to reintegrate the cut scenes into the film... Depending on the condition of the available cut footage it might actually be of too poor a quality to transfer and add back into the film (and depending on whats still available, the cut footage for certain installments may only exist on videotape after all this time if at all). I want to see the cut footage as much as everyone else, but if it's shit quality I'd rather see it as a supplement rather than a rough patchwork restoration of the film.
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post #77 of 1200
9/2/03 at 9:15pm
I'm told, the issue regarding just how special this box set is, concerns the budget the guys have to put it together.

I wouldn't worry over the condition of the footage; personally I'm seriously gutted it boils down to Paramount & their purse strings.
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post #78 of 1200
9/2/03 at 9:42pm
The footage can be restored. If movies much older can be restored then they can easily restore 2+ minutes for each film. That's honestly all it is for each movie. The gore cuts for almost all the films would probably total like 15 minutes. The condition would have to be pretty bad for them not to be able to restore it enough. It might not completely match the other parts of the movie, but it could certainly look better than a workprint VHS copy.
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post #79 of 1200
9/10/03 at 2:18pm
Did anyone here enter the contest?
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post #80 of 1200
9/17/03 at 4:02am
www.fridaythe13thforum.com

I think some people over here entered the contest. I would have if I was 18. Seems like a great opportunity to show off some creative talent.
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post #81 of 1200
9/17/03 at 8:47am
Just a thought, but maybe Paramount will go the STAR TREK route and start releasing Director's Cuts of all the previous films. The thing is though, the DC's have been rated by the MPAA, keeping in spirit with Paramount's rated only policy. But given that the FRIDAY films were unfairly butchered upon release, I'd say there is hope that the unrated cuts could be reappraised by the MPAA and given an R-Rating. Movies today like FREDDY VS JASON and FINAL DESTINATION 2 have gore by the bucket loads, certainly not much worse than the original FRIDAY films.

I won't give up all hope, but I just can't see Paramount going for uncut DVDs, given their close connection to Blockbuster. The thing is though, they've already got all the films released in rated form, so all the possible uncut discs would seem superfluous to chains like Blockbuster anyway.

If ever there were a series that deserved more respect on DVD, then FRIDAY THE 13TH is it. Freddy, Michael and Pinhead have all gotten the deluxe treatment over the years, and now it is time for Jason to have his day. New Line hinted at how great SEs could be for the FRIDAY franchise...too bad the two films they own pale in comparison with the original 8.

I really hope Paramount doesn't mess up this new found opportunity. Jason is back atop the box office and in vogue with the young DVD purchasers out there, and uncut releases will finally shut up all the skeptics like myself.
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post #82 of 1200
9/17/03 at 12:56pm
Part One has already been released UNCUT by Warner Brothers in Region 3. It's NTSC, anamorphic and contains a 22 minute documentary.

I just got it but haven't had a chance to open it yet. I've heard the transfer is great and it's been confirmed that it is indeed uncut. I'm sure the eventual US releases will contain far more extras, but owning this one uncut will hold me over for the time being.

Uncut Friday The 13th DVD Anamorphic NTSC

Jeff
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post #83 of 1200
9/17/03 at 6:20pm
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I've heard the transfer is great and it's been confirmed that it is indeed uncut.


The transfer is nothing to write home about. I noticed some NTSC artifacting, and it really prevents it from being a top-of-the-line transfer.

DJ
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post #84 of 1200
9/17/03 at 6:31pm
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I've heard the transfer is great and it's been confirmed that it is indeed uncut.

While it's acceptable, I wouldn't say great. There's the aforementioned NTSC artifacting and the print is not as clean or smooth as the US version. There are more nicks and scratches and it's a bit grainier, particularly in darker scenes. Not awful, though.
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post #85 of 1200
9/17/03 at 7:14pm
From ManiaFest:

"Friday the 13th" Cut 'Em Up Film Contest Finalists Announced

September 17, 2003 -

We are proud to announce that the following short films have been selected as finalists in the "Cut'em Up" Film Contest:

Finalists:

RUPERT TAKES MANHATTAN by Patrick Rea
JASON: THE REBIRTH by Mike Boas
FRIDAY THE 13TH AGAIN by Hank Braxtan
FRIDAY THE PEEP-TEENTH by Tom Steeber
THE COLD HEART OF CRYSTAL LAKE by Timothy Whitfield and Joe Patnaud
ANDREW LLOYDS WEBERS FRIDAY THE 13TH by Asif Ahmed

Prior to the screening of "Friday the 13th" on September 19th, the shorts will be screened and the winner & runner-ups will be announced.
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post #86 of 1200
9/18/03 at 7:27am
Oh man, 1 more day!!!!!
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post #87 of 1200
9/18/03 at 7:44am
While I look foward to seeing the winning short movie, sadly I'm still hearing the F13th films will not be restored/uncut, the BS will only contain special features.

Simon C
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post #88 of 1200
9/18/03 at 8:28am
One more day to go for the "special announcement." Just a friendly reminder, I would suggest caution in our enthusiasm. Yes, Mr. Blythe has teased us with previous comments, but disappointment is still a distinct possibility. What will excite us and what Paramount thinks will excite us are two different things.
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post #89 of 1200
9/19/03 at 11:30am
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Yes, Mr. Blythe has teased us with previous comments, but disappointment is still a distinct possibility. What will excite us and what Paramount thinks will excite us are two different things.
Mr. Blythe is well aware of what the fans of the films want. That's why I think this is the boxed set we've been waiting for.
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post #90 of 1200
9/19/03 at 1:00pm
does anyone know when we're supposed to hear/read something? (timewise I mean)
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