The Big Lebowski (US - DVD R1)
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Title: The Big Lebowski
Starring: Jeff Bridges
Released: 9th September 2008
SRP: $19.98
Further Details:
Universal Home Video has announced a 10th Anniversary edition of The Big Lebowski which stars Jeff Bridges, John Goodman, and Steve Buscemi. The disc will be available to own from the 9th September, and should retail at around $19.98. The film itself will be presented in 2.35:1 anamorphic widescreen, along with an English Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround track. We have no word on extra material for this one yet, but we'll bring you further details as we get them. A Limited Edition release will also be available for $34.98 in special bowling ball packaging. We've attached the official package artwork below:
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Starring: Jeff Bridges
Released: 9th September 2008
SRP: $19.98
Further Details:
Universal Home Video has announced a 10th Anniversary edition of The Big Lebowski which stars Jeff Bridges, John Goodman, and Steve Buscemi. The disc will be available to own from the 9th September, and should retail at around $19.98. The film itself will be presented in 2.35:1 anamorphic widescreen, along with an English Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround track. We have no word on extra material for this one yet, but we'll bring you further details as we get them. A Limited Edition release will also be available for $34.98 in special bowling ball packaging. We've attached the official package artwork below:
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J S
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Just what we needed... another release of this movie on standard DVD. What is this the 3rd or 4th repackaging?
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The third.
Won't buy it unless it has significant, amazing extras. I'm happy with my other "collector's edition".
Won't buy it unless it has significant, amazing extras. I'm happy with my other "collector's edition".
If it's the special edition I wanted last time, I'll bite. But it better be good. Commentaries (even if not the Coens, why not the cast), and other stuff.
Jeff Bridges, isn't he the bad guy in Iron Man?
WTF? Another version of the Big Lebowski!?
"Bowling ball packaging" this sounds lame so far, what did the last one have 4 coasters and a bowling towel...c'mon.
Where is the Raising Arizona 20th Anniversary edition? Or the Miller's Crossing 15th Anniversary edition? I'd even settle for a 2-disc "Awards Edition" of No Country For Old Men!
"Bowling ball packaging" this sounds lame so far, what did the last one have 4 coasters and a bowling towel...c'mon.
Where is the Raising Arizona 20th Anniversary edition? Or the Miller's Crossing 15th Anniversary edition? I'd even settle for a 2-disc "Awards Edition" of No Country For Old Men!
yes...
The Coens don't pack any edition of any of their movies with special features, so I wouldn't be surprised if this was pretty much a repackaging of the last edition. The next time I purchase this will be to upgrade to blu-ray.
Lebowski DVD History:
-Standard DVD (w/ trailers that only appear on this disc + making of)
-Collector's Edition (w/ making of, intro & J.B. photography)
-Lebowski Achievers Edition Set (w/ collector's edition DVD & extra c**p in a box)
-HD DVD (same extras as collector's edition)
-10th Anniversary Edition (NEW)
-10th Anniversary Edition: Bowlin' Ball Packaging (NEW)
I really hope this is not a re-packaging. I already own the HD DVD & 1st DVD release(simply to hold on to the awesome trailer). Another site stated 'This 2-Disc Anniversary Edition is apparently “loaded with all-new bonus features that will take you beyond the movie”' & that the Bowling Ball version will be individually numbered.
-Standard DVD (w/ trailers that only appear on this disc + making of)
-Collector's Edition (w/ making of, intro & J.B. photography)
-Lebowski Achievers Edition Set (w/ collector's edition DVD & extra c**p in a box)
-HD DVD (same extras as collector's edition)
-10th Anniversary Edition (NEW)
-10th Anniversary Edition: Bowlin' Ball Packaging (NEW)
I really hope this is not a re-packaging. I already own the HD DVD & 1st DVD release(simply to hold on to the awesome trailer). Another site stated 'This 2-Disc Anniversary Edition is apparently “loaded with all-new bonus features that will take you beyond the movie”' & that the Bowling Ball version will be individually numbered.
BLU-RAY?????????
The dude abides.
I'll stick with the "Collector's Edition." This seems unnecessary.
I was thinking of picking up the CE, but if this has more special features I'll forgo that and pick this up. It would be cool to get a Coen Brothers commentary. I heard they don't do commentaries though. I agree with getting a two-disc edition of No Country. I've abstained from buying it because of the lack of bonuses.
what ? 5.1 ? oh well here in Finland we have :
"Making-of" featurette
Exclusive 15 minute cast & crew interview about the making of the film
Theatrical trailer
Cast bios
Bonus trailers
Theatrical trailer
"White Russian" recipe (text)
Subtitles: Danish, Finnish, Norwegian and Swedish
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Picture Format: Anamorphic
TV System: PAL
Soundtrack(s):
English DTS 5.1
English Dolby Digital 5.1
English Dolby Digital 2.0 surround
Case type: Amaray (Keep) Case
Notes: This is the "New Edition".
Easter eggs:
On the bonus material screen, when the "cast & crew" entry is highlighted, press right. The easter egg will immediately start to play. It's some B-roll footage, mainly focusing on the Coens behind the camera setting up shots, given guidelines etc
yeeees : DTS
"Making-of" featurette
Exclusive 15 minute cast & crew interview about the making of the film
Theatrical trailer
Cast bios
Bonus trailers
Theatrical trailer
"White Russian" recipe (text)
Subtitles: Danish, Finnish, Norwegian and Swedish
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Picture Format: Anamorphic
TV System: PAL
Soundtrack(s):
English DTS 5.1
English Dolby Digital 5.1
English Dolby Digital 2.0 surround
Case type: Amaray (Keep) Case
Notes: This is the "New Edition".
Easter eggs:
On the bonus material screen, when the "cast & crew" entry is highlighted, press right. The easter egg will immediately start to play. It's some B-roll footage, mainly focusing on the Coens behind the camera setting up shots, given guidelines etc
yeeees : DTS
Universal is having a big time now re-releasing a lot of older movies too but they just seem to miss the mark(ESPECIALLY with this one) every time. Correct me if i'm wrong but didn't focus features do the last dvd?
J S wrote: Just what we needed... another release of this movie on standard DVD. What is this the 3rd or 4th repackaging?
I think you can TECHNICALLY call it a 4th edition because they had the Orginal,The SE,and then first SE Bowling thing and now this one!
I think you can TECHNICALLY call it a 4th edition because they had the Orginal,The SE,and then first SE Bowling thing and now this one!
just Universal trying to sniff up some more dough. the 2005 release is fine, but i'll consider either the 2-disc or LE bowling ball if the extras are decent.
I might pick this up as the 2-Disc sounds like it has some pretty decent extras.
Here are the extras fellas!! So far it sounds pretty good, but still no commentary...
Disc 1: Main Feature
-2.35:1 Anamorphic Widescreen [WILL MOST LIKELY BE CORRECTED FOR 1.85:1 or 1.78:1]
-English and French DD5.1 Surround
-Spanish DD2.0 Surround
-English SDH, French and Spanish subtitles
-Introduction by Mortimer Young [OLD EXTRA]
-Jeff Bridges Photography [OLD EXTRA]
-The Dude's Life: Strikes and Gutters...Up's and Downs...The Dude Abides
-Production Notes
-Theatrical Trailer [OLD EXTRA - but only on original release, not previous collector's edition]
Disc 2: Extra Features
-The Making of The Big Lebowski [OLD EXTRA]
-The Lebowski Fest: An Achiever's Story
-Flying Carpets and Bowling Pin Dreams: The Dream Sequences of the Dude
-Interactive Map
-Jeff Bridges Photo Book
-Photo Gallery
If this gets annouced for Blu-Ray, I'll be selling my HD DVD & Polygram disc.
Disc 1: Main Feature
-2.35:1 Anamorphic Widescreen [WILL MOST LIKELY BE CORRECTED FOR 1.85:1 or 1.78:1]
-English and French DD5.1 Surround
-Spanish DD2.0 Surround
-English SDH, French and Spanish subtitles
-Introduction by Mortimer Young [OLD EXTRA]
-Jeff Bridges Photography [OLD EXTRA]
-The Dude's Life: Strikes and Gutters...Up's and Downs...The Dude Abides
-Production Notes
-Theatrical Trailer [OLD EXTRA - but only on original release, not previous collector's edition]
Disc 2: Extra Features
-The Making of The Big Lebowski [OLD EXTRA]
-The Lebowski Fest: An Achiever's Story
-Flying Carpets and Bowling Pin Dreams: The Dream Sequences of the Dude
-Interactive Map
-Jeff Bridges Photo Book
-Photo Gallery
If this gets annouced for Blu-Ray, I'll be selling my HD DVD & Polygram disc.
The 2005 DVD had a significantly better transfer, so that release was justified. Thus far this one looks to be just milking it though.
I will wait for the BD - they usually have what's on the special editions anyway
Artwork added...
Holy c**p, now that's the definition of amazing cover art.
that artwork is nice. will go ahead and triple-dip on it with no hesitation, because this movie rocks (either the LE or 2-disc).
I own the most recent release but if theres lots of cool extras I might buy bc the artwork rules on this one
Wow, I really like that cover. Can't wait to see the LE artwork.
"Jeff Bridges, isn't he the bad guy in Iron Man?"
Jeff Bridges is already forgotten which is a shame.
Jeff Bridges is already forgotten which is a shame.
great cover art 
I love the way the rug frames the DVD and the bowling lane at the bottom but theres too much going on in the middle. I think just putting the dude centre would have been enough.
Great art...I want a Blu-ray edition! I think I'll wait as I have the original and "Special Edition". Twice is enough on SD dvd
Finally someone comes up with some cover art that no one can complain about (well no one but m@tt) it's awesome!
I also love the way the rug frames the DVD and I don't think it's too busy, if anything they could have added the Nihilists on the right side of the bowling ball.
"it really tied the room together"
I also love the way the rug frames the DVD and I don't think it's too busy, if anything they could have added the Nihilists on the right side of the bowling ball.
"it really tied the room together"
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