Universal Legacy Series (US - DVD R1)
Universal announces 75th Anniversary releases of Dracula and Frankenstein
Title: Universal Legacy Series (IMDb: 1, 2)
Starring: Bela Lugosi & Boris Karloff
Released: 26th September 2006
SRP: $26.98 Each
Further Details:
Universal has officially announced 75th Anniversary releases of Dracula (1931) starring Bela Lugosi, and Frankenstein starring Boris Karloff. Each of the two-disc packages will be available to own from the 26th September, priced at around $26.98 a pop. Each of the films will be presented in digitally remastered 1.33:1 full frame - along with English 2.0 Mono tracks. Dracula will include both the 1 hour 14 minute, and 1 hour 44 minute Spanish versions of the film - along with an intro to the Spanish version by Lupita Tovar Kohner, a commentary with the film historian David J Shal, a second commentary with the screenwriter of Dracula: Deal and Loving It, and a feature on the score by Phil Glass. Completing the set will be a Lugosi: The Dark Prince documentary, 'The Road to Dracula', 'Monster Tracks', a postage montage, and trailers.
Frankenstein will include a commentary with historian Christopher Frayling, a second commentary with Rudy Behlmer, a Karloff: The Gentle Monster documentary, 'Monster Tracks', a short film entitled 'Boo!', a Frankenstein Files: How Hollywood Made a Monster documentary, a 'Frankenstein Archives' feature, and the theatrical trailer. We've attached the artwork for both titles below, along with a selection of menu shots:
News by Tom Woodward
Starring: Bela Lugosi & Boris Karloff
Released: 26th September 2006
SRP: $26.98 Each
Further Details:
Universal has officially announced 75th Anniversary releases of Dracula (1931) starring Bela Lugosi, and Frankenstein starring Boris Karloff. Each of the two-disc packages will be available to own from the 26th September, priced at around $26.98 a pop. Each of the films will be presented in digitally remastered 1.33:1 full frame - along with English 2.0 Mono tracks. Dracula will include both the 1 hour 14 minute, and 1 hour 44 minute Spanish versions of the film - along with an intro to the Spanish version by Lupita Tovar Kohner, a commentary with the film historian David J Shal, a second commentary with the screenwriter of Dracula: Deal and Loving It, and a feature on the score by Phil Glass. Completing the set will be a Lugosi: The Dark Prince documentary, 'The Road to Dracula', 'Monster Tracks', a postage montage, and trailers.
Frankenstein will include a commentary with historian Christopher Frayling, a second commentary with Rudy Behlmer, a Karloff: The Gentle Monster documentary, 'Monster Tracks', a short film entitled 'Boo!', a Frankenstein Files: How Hollywood Made a Monster documentary, a 'Frankenstein Archives' feature, and the theatrical trailer. We've attached the artwork for both titles below, along with a selection of menu shots:
News by Tom Woodward
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Slick menus for both. I'm getting DRACULA for sure.
the additional/new extras arent appealing enough to me, so unless I read reviews of really improved print quality , I am still passing
Nice additional extras that weren't available on the "Classic Monster" or "Legacy" editions ... but this makes the THIRD time these movies have been released. Grrrrr.
I have the legacy sets , that is all I need, they has everything I want and more..boy I wish Universal would put out their 1950s Monster movies....
OK I think I'm sealed on these.
The features look pretty solid, complete and interesting, and they even carried over the Glass score...so I'm in on these.
The features look pretty solid, complete and interesting, and they even carried over the Glass score...so I'm in on these.
I have the definitive Army of Darkness, MGM Region 0 overseas print that DiabolikDVD has , and it is completely uncut, and the print and extras are AWESOME. It blows away Anchor Bay, and there are reviews of it I think on DVD Active, just type Army of Darkness..
I think I'm going to pass on these new Dracula & Frankenstein discs as there is nothing too exciting with these new features, but will check out the Dracula one I have to see how that print is for myself...
I think I'm going to pass on these new Dracula & Frankenstein discs as there is nothing too exciting with these new features, but will check out the Dracula one I have to see how that print is for myself...
Dustin wrote:
I'm still waiting for the definitive Army of Darkness release, the final Book Of The Dead one. Anchor Bay needs to get the rights back and once and for all, put the film on dvd properly.
Amen to that. A final book, with propper cropping/aspect ratio and a quality print like the Japan release, along with all the extra scenes (even the extra extra television ones) as bonuses and both endings would be fantastic.
I'm still waiting for the definitive Army of Darkness release, the final Book Of The Dead one. Anchor Bay needs to get the rights back and once and for all, put the film on dvd properly.
Amen to that. A final book, with propper cropping/aspect ratio and a quality print like the Japan release, along with all the extra scenes (even the extra extra television ones) as bonuses and both endings would be fantastic.
The documentaries 'The Gentle Monster' and 'The Dark Prince' are 'A&E Biography' episodes. The documentary 'Universal Horror' is an outstanding feature length film (95 Mins.) that aired on TCM a few years back (1998). All three docs are excellent additions to these sets.
Menus and full details added...
I bought both TCM releases, and recently (through enlightenment on these boards) found out they're the same print. What a jip. The new TCM release has me hooked... can't wait.
I'm still waiting for the definitive Army of Darkness release, the final Book Of The Dead one. Anchor Bay needs to get the rights back and once and for all, put the film on dvd properly.
I'm still waiting for the definitive Army of Darkness release, the final Book Of The Dead one. Anchor Bay needs to get the rights back and once and for all, put the film on dvd properly.
I will watch Dracula & Frankenstein again. If I am satisfied with prints( I know I was with Frankentstein)I wont double dip. There's only so much that you can do with a 75 yr old film.
I still havent double dipped on the Texas Chainsaw Massacre with all the multiple dips it had. I kept my Pioneer print.
Army of Darkness I double dipped a couple times though, but I got rid of the ones inferior print quality. The boomstick edition is good, and I have that MGM Region 3 overseas one.
I still havent double dipped on the Texas Chainsaw Massacre with all the multiple dips it had. I kept my Pioneer print.
Army of Darkness I double dipped a couple times though, but I got rid of the ones inferior print quality. The boomstick edition is good, and I have that MGM Region 3 overseas one.
Having seen the incredible work done by the FW Murnau Stiftung on the likes of Metropolis (1926), there's no obvious reason the 1931 Draculas couldn't be restored to a higher standard, except for Universal not wanting to spend the money!
I have the whole Legacy series released in the UK (Dracula, Frankenstein, Wolfman and Monster, along with three synthetic busts of the monsters!) The earliest films aren't in a particularly good state, but the likes of Dracula's Daughter (1935) and onwards are in pretty good condition!
I actually will double-dip if the original films have been cleaned up better. There's really no excuse for major films owned by major studios not to have been through the maximum possible restoration, given the quality of modern video formats!
The original Legacy series was rushed out to promote Van Helsing, which Universal thought would be a big new franchise rather than a CGI-heavy mess that most people have forgotten about!
These films should be released as the classics they are!
I have the whole Legacy series released in the UK (Dracula, Frankenstein, Wolfman and Monster, along with three synthetic busts of the monsters!) The earliest films aren't in a particularly good state, but the likes of Dracula's Daughter (1935) and onwards are in pretty good condition!
I actually will double-dip if the original films have been cleaned up better. There's really no excuse for major films owned by major studios not to have been through the maximum possible restoration, given the quality of modern video formats!
The original Legacy series was rushed out to promote Van Helsing, which Universal thought would be a big new franchise rather than a CGI-heavy mess that most people have forgotten about!
These films should be released as the classics they are!
Well I read about the Frankenstein Legacy and these reviewers were HAPPY with the transfers. How do you like that ?
Im outta here, time to watch the Giants beat LA BEAT LA !!
Im outta here, time to watch the Giants beat LA BEAT LA !!
Like I said Anal for a movie that is 75 years old. What the hell do you expect, perfection ? I like the Legacy sets just fine & we'll see what the reviews of these new releases say...
3 guess and the first 2 dont count..yeah..um .. ok
(((crickets cricketing in the backround)))
3 guess and the first 2 dont count..yeah..um .. ok
(((crickets cricketing in the backround)))
What the hell in the f**king world are they talking about?
Matt wrote: No, Universal re-released it back around the time that Schumacher's The Phantom of the Opera was released on DVD and it's still readily available.
I missed that release. Mostly, it seems because DeepDiscountDVD doesn't carry it for some odd reason.
I missed that release. Mostly, it seems because DeepDiscountDVD doesn't carry it for some odd reason.
"The picture quality is mixed with “Dracula” in particular still showing scratches and jump cuts from the original print used. The other four features look much better" - http://www.genreonline.net/Dracula_Legacy_DVD.h...
"Video quality on Browning's Dracula is fairly weak. The image is often too dark, detail is lacking, and minor source damage is prevalent." - http://www.dvdverdict.com/reviews/draculalegacy...
" The picture quality varies significantly from film to film. The Lugosi version is a film in desperate need of restoration, and it's too bad that Universal didn't take the opportunity to rescue this film that rescued the studio itself more than once. " - http://www.digitallyobsessed.com/showreview.php...
Huh. I'm anal, am I? Guess those chaps are too. Imagine what they thought about the Frankenstein Legacy Collection.. I'll give you three guesses, and the first two don't count.
"Video quality on Browning's Dracula is fairly weak. The image is often too dark, detail is lacking, and minor source damage is prevalent." - http://www.dvdverdict.com/reviews/draculalegacy...
" The picture quality varies significantly from film to film. The Lugosi version is a film in desperate need of restoration, and it's too bad that Universal didn't take the opportunity to rescue this film that rescued the studio itself more than once. " - http://www.digitallyobsessed.com/showreview.php...
Huh. I'm anal, am I? Guess those chaps are too. Imagine what they thought about the Frankenstein Legacy Collection.. I'll give you three guesses, and the first two don't count.
Matt wrote: macnorton wrote: Ok, here is a for instance...
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001CNRLG/qid...
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001CNRLQ/ref...
This one has 5 movies...2 of which are listed above, what do you think the chances are that we made it on to this release? Same goes for Frankenstein. And is it possible they do the rest of the Legacy Collection, now that I would pay for...not these stupid un-remastered flippers.
You're missing the entire point of these new releases. They're each basically a two-disc SE for the original Dracula and Frankenstein films, not a collection of movies. If you want a whole bunch of movies, then buy the Legacy releases from a couple of years ago, but if you want more special features and a remastered picture for these two, specific films then this release is your bag.
It wasn't that I was missing the point, I was confused. Hence why I asked the question. I was under the impression this was a re-release of the existing set. Looks like it isn't.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001CNRLG/qid...
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001CNRLQ/ref...
This one has 5 movies...2 of which are listed above, what do you think the chances are that we made it on to this release? Same goes for Frankenstein. And is it possible they do the rest of the Legacy Collection, now that I would pay for...not these stupid un-remastered flippers.
You're missing the entire point of these new releases. They're each basically a two-disc SE for the original Dracula and Frankenstein films, not a collection of movies. If you want a whole bunch of movies, then buy the Legacy releases from a couple of years ago, but if you want more special features and a remastered picture for these two, specific films then this release is your bag.
It wasn't that I was missing the point, I was confused. Hence why I asked the question. I was under the impression this was a re-release of the existing set. Looks like it isn't.
Adrian wrote: Which, by the way, brings up a question. Why haven't the reissued Phantom of the Opera. It is the only one out of that box set that is still OOP.
No, Universal re-released it back around the time that Schumacher's The Phantom of the Opera was released on DVD and it's still readily available.
No, Universal re-released it back around the time that Schumacher's The Phantom of the Opera was released on DVD and it's still readily available.
It's been awhile since I watched these, but I don't remember the print quality being that bad for movies made in the 30s. I'm not sure you are going to get much better for them, but who knows.
I'll probably end up buying these at some point, depending on the features. I have the legacy edition, plus I have the original Universal Monsters Box set. (Which, by the way, brings up a question. Why haven't the reissued Phantom of the Opera. It is the only one out of that box set that is still OOP.)
I'll probably end up buying these at some point, depending on the features. I have the legacy edition, plus I have the original Universal Monsters Box set. (Which, by the way, brings up a question. Why haven't the reissued Phantom of the Opera. It is the only one out of that box set that is still OOP.)
No maybe I'm not anal like you Dustin. Have a nice day
Dsman, if you're satisfied with the print quality of these films from the previous releases, then you're not very difficult to please.
Once again the Legacy collection releases above stellar artwork. Let`s just hope the special features apsect of the discs are given more attention than was given to The Deer Hunter`s legacy release.
whatever 
I wont be getting these. I am sick of the re-re-releases. they are like Anchor Bay with Halloween and the Evil Dead. What is next for Army of Darkness ? The Metal Arm edition ? LOL
I wont be getting these. I am sick of the re-re-releases. they are like Anchor Bay with Halloween and the Evil Dead. What is next for Army of Darkness ? The Metal Arm edition ? LOL
dsman71 wrote: Knowing Universal it will be on some new movie (ala Van Helsing) comparing the old with the new and how much they respect the old..and then fail miserably to make a modern horror film..as if the commentaries from the Legacy sets from film historians like Tom Weaver werent enough...
Have you seen any of the previously released Legacy Series DVDs? (To Kill a Mockingbird, The Deer Hunter and The Sting)
These are quality packages put together with thought and care...not at all driven by marketing for new c**p. Obviously still marketing driven and interested in moolah, but not in the "Watch Van Helsing!" sense.
PS:
to J S:
" Anniversary 75th Edition? English speak much do you?"
--> The 75th is a slightly larger font, theoretically implying it follows rules like those circular red and yellow door signs, yknow, the ones that say
AUTOMATIC
CAUTION
DOOR
That is supposed to read "Caution Automatic Door" despite the vertical word order. Here the 75th is theoretically read first. Though I'll certainly grant you the difference is somewhat negligible here...and it was a bad idea as it's hard to carry off, but it's for asthetic balance, rather than have a 4 character "word" then two long-ish words, they put the longish ones around the small one.
...man I'm thinking way too hard about this.
Have you seen any of the previously released Legacy Series DVDs? (To Kill a Mockingbird, The Deer Hunter and The Sting)
These are quality packages put together with thought and care...not at all driven by marketing for new c**p. Obviously still marketing driven and interested in moolah, but not in the "Watch Van Helsing!" sense.
PS:
to J S:
" Anniversary 75th Edition? English speak much do you?"
--> The 75th is a slightly larger font, theoretically implying it follows rules like those circular red and yellow door signs, yknow, the ones that say
AUTOMATIC
CAUTION
DOOR
That is supposed to read "Caution Automatic Door" despite the vertical word order. Here the 75th is theoretically read first. Though I'll certainly grant you the difference is somewhat negligible here...and it was a bad idea as it's hard to carry off, but it's for asthetic balance, rather than have a 4 character "word" then two long-ish words, they put the longish ones around the small one.
...man I'm thinking way too hard about this.
The picture quality on the Legacy sets were perfectly fine. I read it all right Dustin, but you read it CAREFULLY Specifically it says "ALL NEW DOCUMENTARIES,(COMMA) Feature commentaries. So to me maybe they are taking the same feature commentaries , (COMMA)& adding some other *new*documentary. Knowing Universal it will be on some new movie (ala Van Helsing) comparing the old with the new and how much they respect the old..and then fail miserably to make a modern horror film..as if the commentaries from the Legacy sets from film historians like Tom Weaver werent enough...
As said, these sets are totally useless, just more double dipping on the same movies year after year and there are other countless GREAT films that still havent seen the light of day here in the USA..
Does anyone own that RARE Universal Coffin Box set with all the movies(not the sequels) ?
As said, these sets are totally useless, just more double dipping on the same movies year after year and there are other countless GREAT films that still havent seen the light of day here in the USA..
Does anyone own that RARE Universal Coffin Box set with all the movies(not the sequels) ?
They're nice movies, but I have them with the Van Helsing set and that's good enough for me.
Happy 75th though... DAMN that's an old movie.
Happy 75th though... DAMN that's an old movie.
dsman, these sets are far from useless.
REMASTERED PICTURE is a big deal on films like these, as their previous two releases could've looked much better. It also mentions in the ad *NEW* documentaries and commentaries, which would indicate that they weren't included on the Legacy sets. Are you sure you read the ad?
REMASTERED PICTURE is a big deal on films like these, as their previous two releases could've looked much better. It also mentions in the ad *NEW* documentaries and commentaries, which would indicate that they weren't included on the Legacy sets. Are you sure you read the ad?
These sets are useless if you own the first legacy sets. I bet there will be 50th and 75 anniversary sets for the Invisible Man, Mummy,Black Lagoon..
Next year I bet they do the 76th anniversary or something just as useless
Mole Poeple, Monolith Monsters,Monster on the Campus, Land Unknown, Deadly Mantis & especilly Tarantula PLEASE ! Wake up Universal !!!
Next year I bet they do the 76th anniversary or something just as useless
Mole Poeple, Monolith Monsters,Monster on the Campus, Land Unknown, Deadly Mantis & especilly Tarantula PLEASE ! Wake up Universal !!!
macnorton wrote: Ok, here is a for instance...
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001CNRLG/qid...
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001CNRLQ/ref...
This one has 5 movies...2 of which are listed above, what do you think the chances are that we made it on to this release? Same goes for Frankenstein. And is it possible they do the rest of the Legacy Collection, now that I would pay for...not these stupid un-remastered flippers.
You're missing the entire point of these new releases. They're each basically a two-disc SE for the original Dracula and Frankenstein films, not a collection of movies. If you want a whole bunch of movies, then buy the Legacy releases from a couple of years ago, but if you want more special features and a remastered picture for these two, specific films then this release is your bag.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001CNRLG/qid...
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001CNRLQ/ref...
This one has 5 movies...2 of which are listed above, what do you think the chances are that we made it on to this release? Same goes for Frankenstein. And is it possible they do the rest of the Legacy Collection, now that I would pay for...not these stupid un-remastered flippers.
You're missing the entire point of these new releases. They're each basically a two-disc SE for the original Dracula and Frankenstein films, not a collection of movies. If you want a whole bunch of movies, then buy the Legacy releases from a couple of years ago, but if you want more special features and a remastered picture for these two, specific films then this release is your bag.
I'd like to clarify, the Legacy sets such as The Sting rock my world, but the Universal Monster Legacy Collections suck.... Such similar wording...
I like the Legacy Series so far and have yet to pick these films up, so this may be the time...
The Legacy Sets suck on toast. They cram the sequels onto a dual-sided disc, and really jip them on supplements.
I've kept away from them all, and will definitely be picking these up. Am also excited about the re-release of Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein coming in August, I believe.
I've kept away from them all, and will definitely be picking these up. Am also excited about the re-release of Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein coming in August, I believe.
I may buy them, if they have better transfers than those found in the Legacy Collection sets. I have the first wave of those sets, so I already have those movies. However, the (amazing) artwork and possible restoration have me intrigued.
Those covers look very good. Already own both of the movies, so I don`t think I`ll be getting them. But if you don`t own them, it might be a good buy
Ok, here is a for instance...
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001CNRLG/qid...
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001CNRLQ/ref...
This one has 5 movies...2 of which are listed above, what do you think the chances are that we made it on to this release? Same goes for Frankenstein. And is it possible they do the rest of the Legacy Collection, now that I would pay for...not these stupid un-remastered flippers.
* Also I like the book style cases...they look nice on The Deer Hunter, The Sting, and To Kill A Mockingbird, all of which I have.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001CNRLG/qid...
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001CNRLQ/ref...
This one has 5 movies...2 of which are listed above, what do you think the chances are that we made it on to this release? Same goes for Frankenstein. And is it possible they do the rest of the Legacy Collection, now that I would pay for...not these stupid un-remastered flippers.
* Also I like the book style cases...they look nice on The Deer Hunter, The Sting, and To Kill A Mockingbird, all of which I have.
I may pick these up.
crosses fingers for good/cool special effects.
crosses fingers for good/cool special effects.
dsman71 wrote: Hello Universal,
This is a consumer with a request. CAN YOU RELEASE SOME OF YOUR OTHER HORROR & MONSTER MOVIES OTHER THAN RELEASING FRANKENSTEIN & DRACULA EVER YEAR FOR THE UMPTEENTH TIME ??
Consider the Land Unknown, Tarantula, The Mole People, The Deadly Mantis, Monolith Monsters
Seconded wholeheartedly. Universal released movies like that on laserdisc in two boxsets entitled "Golden Age of Science Fiction Thrillers." Now THAT I would buy.
This is a consumer with a request. CAN YOU RELEASE SOME OF YOUR OTHER HORROR & MONSTER MOVIES OTHER THAN RELEASING FRANKENSTEIN & DRACULA EVER YEAR FOR THE UMPTEENTH TIME ??
Consider the Land Unknown, Tarantula, The Mole People, The Deadly Mantis, Monolith Monsters
Seconded wholeheartedly. Universal released movies like that on laserdisc in two boxsets entitled "Golden Age of Science Fiction Thrillers." Now THAT I would buy.
Anniversary 75th Edition? English speak much do you?
I already own the Giftset that contain the 3 busts AND I own the original boxset from early 2000 I believe it was.
These are cool covers though.
These are cool covers though.
Gotta admit...nice cover art.
The ad say "All new bonus materials" including documentaries and commentaries.
I'll take a wait and see attitude on these. It'll really have to have some real ground-shaking extras for me to reach into my wallet again.
I wonder who they got for the new commentaries?
The ad say "All new bonus materials" including documentaries and commentaries.
I'll take a wait and see attitude on these. It'll really have to have some real ground-shaking extras for me to reach into my wallet again.
I wonder who they got for the new commentaries?
macnorton wrote: Correct me if I am wrong, but it sounds like these Two-Disc sets drop some of the content from the previous sets?
Doubtful; if anything there'll be much more in addition to what's already been available in the last Legacy Collection sets released.
Doubtful; if anything there'll be much more in addition to what's already been available in the last Legacy Collection sets released.
Artwork added...
macnorton wrote: Correct me if I am wrong, but it sounds like these Two-Disc sets drop some of the content from the previous sets?
Um, read what it says above: "The full disc specs have yet to be revealed for either title I'm afraid..." In other words, we don't know yet.
Um, read what it says above: "The full disc specs have yet to be revealed for either title I'm afraid..." In other words, we don't know yet.
Correct me if I am wrong, but it sounds like these Two-Disc sets drop some of the content from the previous sets?
I also own The Legacy Collection...and they look just fine. I guess I'll wait 25 years so I can buy the 100th Anniversary Edition!!
Fettastic wrote: I just bought the Frankenstein Legacy Collection. Unless/until this goes to HD DVD, I don't see the point.
I don't see how HD would improve these movies. After all, they are from the 30s and are native academy ratio at 1.37:1.
I don't see how HD would improve these movies. After all, they are from the 30s and are native academy ratio at 1.37:1.
I think the term "double-dipping" has jumped the shark as far as Universal is concerned.
Quadrupal-dipping isn't even accurate anymore for most studios.
I just don't understand the mentality of re-releasing the same title over and over and over and over again when there is such a wealth of material sitting in their vaults that has yet to see the light of video day.
Quadrupal-dipping isn't even accurate anymore for most studios.
I just don't understand the mentality of re-releasing the same title over and over and over and over again when there is such a wealth of material sitting in their vaults that has yet to see the light of video day.
Jeez.
Hello Universal,
This is a consumer with a request. CAN YOU RELEASE SOME OF YOUR OTHER HORROR & MONSTER MOVIES OTHER THAN RELEASING FRANKENSTEIN & DRACULA EVER YEAR FOR THE UMPTEENTH TIME ??
The Legacy Sets I have are perfect for me. No disrespect to those movies but to double dip over and over is uneccessary..
Instead of releasing the same movies , Universal, why not release movies that havent seen the light of day on DVD ?? Hey, what a GREAT IDEA ??
Consider the Land Unknown, Tarantula, The Mole People, The Deadly Mantis, Monolith Monsters ?? I would also say the Incredible Shrinking Man, but I have the Region 2 widescreen version, but you know what, release it right here in the USA..
Wake up Universal & stop double dipping what you already double dipped !
Sincerely
A Consumer..
This is a consumer with a request. CAN YOU RELEASE SOME OF YOUR OTHER HORROR & MONSTER MOVIES OTHER THAN RELEASING FRANKENSTEIN & DRACULA EVER YEAR FOR THE UMPTEENTH TIME ??
The Legacy Sets I have are perfect for me. No disrespect to those movies but to double dip over and over is uneccessary..
Instead of releasing the same movies , Universal, why not release movies that havent seen the light of day on DVD ?? Hey, what a GREAT IDEA ??
Consider the Land Unknown, Tarantula, The Mole People, The Deadly Mantis, Monolith Monsters ?? I would also say the Incredible Shrinking Man, but I have the Region 2 widescreen version, but you know what, release it right here in the USA..
Wake up Universal & stop double dipping what you already double dipped !
Sincerely
A Consumer..
Damn it all to hell.... why the (Bleep) are releasing these for like the 3rd time??? GIMME MORE JOHN WAYNE YOU (BLEEP)!
I just bought the Frankenstein Legacy Collection. Unless/until this goes to HD DVD, I don't see the point.
If they perform a decent clean-up/restoration on these films, it'd be a start! The 1931 films in my current Dracula Legacy boxset, in particular, are very poor quality.
As for the Spanish-language Dracula, the lower-quality brides section needs some work. Oh . . . and, Universal, English subtitles that aren't for the hard of hearing would be handy. I don't need to be told when a person is screaming or when there's a sound of a door opening!!!
As for the Spanish-language Dracula, the lower-quality brides section needs some work. Oh . . . and, Universal, English subtitles that aren't for the hard of hearing would be handy. I don't need to be told when a person is screaming or when there's a sound of a door opening!!!
What's the point?
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