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post #121 of 251
6/6/07 at 7:30pm
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Re: Both Godzillas on Nov.7th cancelled

Just watched "KGtTHM" and enjoyed it quite a bit. Damn good print and sound. It still seems like someone that doesn't quite have a grasp of the English language is writing the subtitles. I'm going to watch the American version tomorrow night.

At the beginning are trailers from upcoming DVD's and two of them are...

1) All Monsters Attack and

2) Terror of Mechagodzilla


Can't wait for them!!!
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post #122 of 251
6/7/07 at 8:54am

Re: Both Godzillas on Nov.7th cancelled

Although I am pleased that they switched from that really hard to read yellow font to a much easier on the eyes white font. That alone is a HUGE step in the right direction.
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post #123 of 251
6/8/07 at 6:55am

Re: Both Godzillas on Nov.7th cancelled

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Originally Posted by John Sparks
At the beginning are trailers from upcoming DVD's and two of them are...

1) All Monsters Attack and

2) Terror of Mechagodzilla


Can't wait for them!!!
I'm especially looking forward to Terror of Mechagodzilla. Never seen it uncut or in widescreen!
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post #124 of 251
6/8/07 at 7:43am

Re: Both Godzillas on Nov.7th cancelled

So are the subs on the other films (GvM, GrA, etc.) the same awful yellow font that were on the Gojira DVD?
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post #125 of 251
6/8/07 at 8:39am

Re: Both Godzillas on Nov.7th cancelled

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Originally Posted by roven97
So are the subs on the other films (GvM, GrA, etc.) the same awful yellow font that were on the Gojira DVD?

Yeah, G Raids Again and G v Mothra both sport those yellow, narrow subtitles. These two have a font that's wider and easier to read, and white.
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post #126 of 251
6/8/07 at 9:06am

Re: Both Godzillas on Nov.7th cancelled

In comparing these two new releases to the Japanese imports, they sadly come up short again. The Region 1 Japanese version of KGtTHM is from an inferior source print and lacks a 5.1 mix. I believe it is safe to not expect this on next two films. The American version's source material is a closer match in "Astro" but a couple of steps back in quality on KGtTHM.

In both American versions, I'm seeing the same interlacing anomaly that I saw on Mother vs Godzilla. It is subtle but still there.

Despite these gripes, I'm still looking forward to the next two. Isn't The Terror of Mechagodzilla the only film to have originally contained nudity scenes?
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post #127 of 251
6/8/07 at 11:54am

Re: Both Godzillas on Nov.7th cancelled

For anyone that happens to be in the Detroit area on a Saturday between June 16th through July 28th, the Detroit Institute of Arts/Detroit Film Theater is having a Double-Feature Matinee.

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Each Saturday at 2:00 we’ll present one of the classic fantasy films of special-effects pioneer and Academy Award® winner Ray Harryhausen...and then stick around for a bonus second feature – featuring classic monsters and aliens unleashed from the vaults of Japan’s Toho Studios.
http://www.dia.org/dft/item.asp?webitemid=1163

20 MILLION MILES TO EARTH & SON OF GODZILLA-June 16

JASON AND THE ARGONAUTS & BATTLE IN OUTER SPACE-June 23

EARTH VS. THE FLYING SAUCERS & MOTHRA-June 30

THE MYSTERIOUS ISLAND & GODZILLA VS. MEGAGUIRUS-July 07

IT CAME FROM BENEATH THE SEA & GODZILLA-July 14

7TH VOYAGE OF SINBAD & GODZILLA VS. THE SEA MONSTER-July 21

FIRST MEN IN THE MOON & GODZILLA VS. KING GHIDORAH-July 28
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post #128 of 251
6/8/07 at 12:22pm

Re: Both Godzillas on Nov.7th cancelled

Way cool. Wish there was something like that locally.


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Originally Posted by ScottJH
For anyone that happens to be in the Detroit area on a Saturday between June 16th through July 28th, the Detroit Institute of Arts/Detroit Film Theater is having a Double-Feature Matinee.

http://www.dia.org/dft/item.asp?webitemid=1163

20 MILLION MILES TO EARTH & SON OF GODZILLA-June 16

JASON AND THE ARGONAUTS & BATTLE IN OUTER SPACE-June 23

EARTH VS. THE FLYING SAUCERS & MOTHRA-June 30

THE MYSTERIOUS ISLAND & GODZILLA VS. MEGAGUIRUS-July 07

IT CAME FROM BENEATH THE SEA & GODZILLA-July 14

7TH VOYAGE OF SINBAD & GODZILLA VS. THE SEA MONSTER-July 21

FIRST MEN IN THE MOON & GODZILLA VS. KING GHIDORAH-July 28
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post #129 of 251
6/9/07 at 4:47am

Re: Both Godzillas on Nov.7th cancelled

The audio track for the Japan version of Monster Zero has a very loud and annoying background hum.
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post #130 of 251
6/10/07 at 6:33pm

Re: Both Godzillas on Nov.7th cancelled

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Originally Posted by Jeff Robertson
In comparing these two new releases to the Japanese imports, they sadly come up short again. The Japanese version of KGtTHM is from an inferior source print and lacks a 5.1 mix.
It may not have the 5.1 track, but I've seen comparison screenshots online and visually, the R1 Ghidorah looks identical to the R2, Toho disc. I'm fairly certain they just ported over the R2 transfer (which, admittedly, is kinda' soft).

I'm certainly still glad to have the R2 Ghidorah disc, 'cause it's got that terrific 8mm, behind-the-scenes footage of the set and costume builders at work and the Godzi-suit visiting the children's theme park. One of my favorite DVD extras of all time!
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post #131 of 251
6/11/07 at 12:51pm

Re: Both Godzillas on Nov.7th cancelled

So I got a chance to listen to the commentary on the Ghidorah disc - wow, that dude is great. Really high energy with a clear enthusiam for the genre - and he managed to make me reconsider the camp era of the Shōwa series.

They should get him for the remainder of the commentaries.
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post #132 of 251
6/12/07 at 11:48am

Re: Both Godzillas on Nov.7th cancelled

Depending on what screenshots they are comparing, it may look very similar, but I can assure you, there are some damaged, dirt ridden areas in the R1 Japanese version that clearly separates this release from the R2. Now I just need to come up with the proof! I believe I can grab snippets from my discs fairly easily. Posting them here like I've seen done several times by other users may be a challenge, but I will work on it!

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Originally Posted by Jim Peavy
It may not have the 5.1 track, but I've seen comparison screenshots online and visually, the R1 Ghidorah looks identical to the R2, Toho disc. I'm fairly certain they just ported over the R2 transfer (which, admittedly, is kinda' soft).

I'm certainly still glad to have the R2 Ghidorah disc, 'cause it's got that terrific 8mm, behind-the-scenes footage of the set and costume builders at work and the Godzi-suit visiting the children's theme park. One of my favorite DVD extras of all time!
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post #133 of 251
6/12/07 at 5:34pm

Re: Both Godzillas on Nov.7th cancelled

So, if Terror of Mechagodzilla is coming up next, is there any chance of Classic Media getting hold of 1985 (or Return) or Biollante)?
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post #134 of 251
6/12/07 at 9:00pm

Re: Both Godzillas on Nov.7th cancelled

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Originally Posted by Bryan Tuck
So, if Terror of Mechagodzilla is coming up next, is there any chance of Classic Media getting hold of 1985 (or Return) or Biollante)?
Nope. They're owned by different companies. R2 is your only source for Godzilla ('84) and Biollante. After Terror of Mechagodzilla and Godzilla's Revenge, that'll be it for Classic Media's Godzilla discs. As far as Toho kaiju stuff, they've still got Rodan and War of the Gargantuas to go (probably 2008 for those two).

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Originally Posted by Jeff Robertson
(They) may look very similar, but I can assure you, there are some damaged, dirt ridden areas in the R1 Japanese version that clearly separates this release from the R2.
Hmmmm... I'd have to see the proof, 'cause I'd bet $$ that CM just ported over the R2 transfer. I don't have the R1 or I'd post some screengrabs myself.
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post #135 of 251
6/13/07 at 12:23am

Re: Both Godzillas on Nov.7th cancelled

Okay, I managed to get a good comparison shot (sorry, you'll have to view them as attachments). As an added bonus, you can also see that there is a difference in color timing.

Take careful notice of the three white color splotches on the R1 release. This is one of the more glaring ones. Even in the opening credits, the R1 is riddled with dirt compared to the more pristine and sharper R2.

Incidentally, this comparison clocks in around 8:27. With a browser supporting tabs, you easily flip back and forth between the attached files. You will notice by watching the slightly different position of the walking man's leg that the shots are not from the exact same moment, but be assured, the white splotches aren't in the R2.

Clearly us poor Region 1 fans of Toho do not deserve the finest that is available. I'm at a loss to figure out why. Wouldn't Toho want their name to be well represented here also?


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Originally Posted by Jim Peavy
Hmmmm... I'd have to see the proof, 'cause I'd bet $$ that CM just ported over the R2 transfer. I don't have the R1 or I'd post some screengrabs myself.

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post #136 of 251
6/13/07 at 12:31pm
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Re: Both Godzillas on Nov.7th cancelled

Just watched the American dubbed version of KGtTHM and it sure is crappy, picture wise.

Let's hope the next 2 movies are better.
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post #137 of 251
6/13/07 at 7:26pm

Re: Both Godzillas on Nov.7th cancelled

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Originally Posted by Jeff Robertson
Okay, I managed to get a good comparison shot (sorry, you'll have to view them as attachments). As an added bonus, you can also see that there is a difference in color timing.

Take careful notice of the three white color splotches on the R1 release. This is one of the more glaring ones. Even in the opening credits, the R1 is riddled with dirt compared to the more pristine and sharper R2.
Well son-of-a-gun, I stand corrected. Very slight difference in color-timing, but those splotches show that this is, indeed, a different print/transfer. I feel even less bad now about spending $60 + on the R2 disc (!).

Will be passing on this R1 release, particularly since I have no nostalgia for the American edit/dub.

Thanks, Jeff!
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post #138 of 251
9/3/07 at 8:38am

Re: Both Godzillas on Nov.7th cancelled

So as I recall, All Monsters Attack and Terror of Mechagodzilla were slated for a September release. Well, it's September! Where's my Godzilla?

Anyone heard a more firm release date than that?
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post #139 of 251
9/3/07 at 9:12am

Re: Both Godzillas on Nov.7th cancelled

Someone needs to change the title of this thread given the range of pertinent discussion.
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post #140 of 251
9/3/07 at 9:44am

Re: Both Godzillas on Nov.7th cancelled

I can agree to that - How about "All things Godzilla" ?

Yeah, it is September, but I'm not holding my breath. I've figured that I'll get them sometime before Christmas - but at any rate, give the powers that be at least a week after Labor Day to get settled.

Glenn
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post #141 of 251
9/3/07 at 10:23am

Re: All Things Godzilla

Done!
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post #142 of 251
9/3/07 at 10:10pm

Re: Both Godzillas on Nov.7th cancelled

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Originally Posted by Tony J Case
So as I recall, All Monsters Attack and Terror of Mechagodzilla were slated for a September release. Well, it's September! Where's my Godzilla?

Anyone heard a more firm release date than that?
Nope.

They're late. Hopefully before the end of the year. I want Latitude Zero from Media Blasters, too!
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post #143 of 251
9/3/07 at 11:09pm

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What I dont understand is why TOHO has not yet restored and done a Lowery 4k transfer of GOJIRA-its one of their crown jewels-their CITIZEN KANE-well, maybe their GWTW...I purchased the BFI edition which has been noted as the highest quality transfer, but geez-still so dark, full of cuts spots drop outs and other obvious damage. 2004 was GOJIRAs 50th Anniversary-yet they let it pass...
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post #144 of 251
9/4/07 at 12:45am

Re: All Things Godzilla

Did anyone hear about Godzilla Box Set that Classic Media will be releasing on November 6?
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post #145 of 251
9/4/07 at 5:13pm

Re: All Things Godzilla

Which "current" DVD of the fifties & sixties films contains the best:
Movie
PQ
SQ
???

Thanks.
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post #146 of 251
9/28/07 at 1:35pm

Re: All Things Godzilla

Since I killed this thread...
I'd like to resurrect it!

LUV'd Monster Zero, what else to buy in the TOHO releases?
Thanks.
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post #147 of 251
9/28/07 at 4:45pm

Re: All Things Godzilla

Well my favorite TOHO's from this era that are on Region 1 are:

Godzilla (Gojira) - has some PQ issues but it's watchable
Godzilla vs. Mothra (1964)
Godzilla vs. Monster Zero - which you already have
Ghidorah
King Kong vs. Godzilla - dubbed only
Godzilla Raids Again
The Mysterians
Atragon

Favorites not on R1:
Destroy All Monsters - but I think there's a R1 dubbed version but it may me OOP.
Rodan
Mothra
War of the Gargantuas

I guess you could call these recommendations.
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post #148 of 251
9/29/07 at 1:34am

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A dubbed version of Rodan was released 5 years ago in R1.
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post #149 of 251
9/29/07 at 7:03am

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You are correct! I'd forgotten but cut/dubbed only releases are easy for me to forget.
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post #150 of 251
9/29/07 at 3:49pm

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Originally Posted by Jim_K
Well my favorite TOHO's from this era that are on Region 1 are:

Godzilla (Gojira) - has some PQ issues but it's watchable
Godzilla vs. Mothra (1964)
Godzilla vs. Monster Zero - which you already have
Ghidorah
King Kong vs. Godzilla - dubbed only
Godzilla Raids Again
The Mysterians
Atragon
Also, I'd recommend King Kong Escapes, an absolute favorite of mine. Matango (aka, Attack of the Mushroom People) is good, too.

Here's a pretty comprehensive list of Toho's stuff out on R1.

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Originally Posted by Jim_K
Favorites not on R1:
Destroy All Monsters - but I think there's a R1 dubbed version but it may me OOP.
Rodan
Mothra
War of the Gargantuas

I guess you could call these recommendations.
The R1, ADV Destroy All Monsters sucks. Get the R4 (Australian), PAL DAM DVD. Very close in quality to the R2, Toho disc.

Rodan and War of the Gargantuas are coming (eventually...) from Classic Media. Looking like it might be early next year.

Mothra was announced for a R2, UK release from DD Home Entertainment Ltd, but the co. has since gone belly-up (!). They have been bought out by someone else, but who knows if their reported Mothra release will see the light of day.

And - for God's sake! - don't forget Latitude Zero coming from Media Blasters on Dec. 11!
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