Only problem there isn't enough of us, film buffs to buy these classics. At least, not in this region, otherwise, there would be more BD releases as studios do like making money.
Let's remember they're originally RKO films which means the film elements are very questionable. Warner will not release any film onto BD if it doesn't meet its standards. Perhaps, MPI that does much of their restoration work can pull off a miracle.
You're right if that box set didn't sell enough units then the outlook for more films from that era doesn't look good. At least, in regard to box set of more than one film.
Because people want to! These type of discussions don't stay with only one studio being discussed as it's inevitable that comparisons will be made as different business models are discussed here.
Let's back up! I never suggested it wasn't working as I've bought my share of TT titles. Matter of fact, I bought 33 discs from them and expect to buy another 10 or so in the next couple of months.
I think part of that is the limited TT retail options. If, for example Amazon was their main retail outlet, I bet you with their higher profile than SAE, more units would be sold and in a shorter period of time.
Not happening in my opinion. With facebook and other social media tools, it's easier for the studios to control the narrative without taking any direct heat.