Nick Martin
Senior HTF Member
- Joined
- Mar 18, 2003
- Messages
- 2,690
Having jumped into the Blu this past Friday, I immediately sought out titles I knew I had to see in the format.
I had plenty of experience with both HD formats last year, thanks in part to a temporary position in a high-end electronics store. However, viewing something at home on your own system is an entirely different experience and is much more satisfying. It's on your terms, in the comfort of your own home, your own preferences.
So what was your first "Wow" moment like?
This isn't about the merits of the film you saw, but its presentation.
I picked up a handful of titles, and started with my most wanted.
For me, it was of course "Independence Day", a film long considered to be a must-have title for both DVD and BD. Reviews haven't been as strong regarding its video quality but I must say I was more than impressed.
For the first time I felt like I was watching actual film being projected, only on a Plasma in my living room rather than a giant theater.
Therefore, what I saw did not look "High Definition" at all, and that's the highest compliment I could give.
I had plenty of experience with both HD formats last year, thanks in part to a temporary position in a high-end electronics store. However, viewing something at home on your own system is an entirely different experience and is much more satisfying. It's on your terms, in the comfort of your own home, your own preferences.
So what was your first "Wow" moment like?
This isn't about the merits of the film you saw, but its presentation.
I picked up a handful of titles, and started with my most wanted.
For me, it was of course "Independence Day", a film long considered to be a must-have title for both DVD and BD. Reviews haven't been as strong regarding its video quality but I must say I was more than impressed.
For the first time I felt like I was watching actual film being projected, only on a Plasma in my living room rather than a giant theater.
Therefore, what I saw did not look "High Definition" at all, and that's the highest compliment I could give.