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![Invasion of the Body Snatchers [4K Ultra HD Blu-ray] [1978]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/prescaled/500/500/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/cbd99c1e-e290-4555-b690-de0c6a1112f6.jpg)
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~ Invasion of the Body Snatchers in 4K UHD! ~
on September 19, 2022
Posted by: 93Vet
Wow, this 4K transfer and movie looks stunning now.
For 1978, I can't get over how good it looks in UHD. Sound is also quite good, considering. IT is one of those ALIEN invasion movies and people start to notice sudden changes in each other in one local area of San Francisco. A group of close friends who work and live nearby become the targets of those that have "turned" into virtual clones of themselves. The duplicates have no emotions, not even a flinch. So, the close knit group must now try and survive to get out of the City by any means possible!
For 1978, I can't get over how good it looks in UHD. Sound is also quite good, considering. IT is one of those ALIEN invasion movies and people start to notice sudden changes in each other in one local area of San Francisco. A group of close friends who work and live nearby become the targets of those that have "turned" into virtual clones of themselves. The duplicates have no emotions, not even a flinch. So, the close knit group must now try and survive to get out of the City by any means possible!
Nice job KINO LORBER once again!
Movie comes with nice slipcover so get it soon.
Movie comes with nice slipcover so get it soon.
I would recommend if you are a horror Sci-Fi fan.
All special features are here from previous editions that I can tell.
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![Friday the 13th - 4K Blu-Ray [4K Ultra HD Blu-ray]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/prescaled/500/500/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/d7fa6793-01a6-40d9-8be1-e9b04a4d1cf1.jpg)
The one-time bane of nearly every critic in America, the blood-soaked first film in the franchise has gone on to cult classic status. Decades after the drowning death of adolescent Jason Voorhees and the barn murders of a pair of young lovers, scenic Camp Crystal Lake reopens. Now the place is crawling with campers and young, naive, S*x-hungry counselors... and a maniacal killer! And just what is the deal with this Jason kid? Adrienne King, Betsy Palmer, Kevin Bacon, Ari Lehman star. 95 min. Widescreen; Soundtracks English Dolby TrueHD 5.1, Dolby Digital mono, French Dolby Digital mono, Spanish Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles English (SDH), French, Spanish; audio commentary; featurettes; behind-the-scenes footage.
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~ Friday the 13th dismal 4K release...
on September 18, 2022
Posted by: 93Vet
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Okay, this is not a review of the movie itself. I love Friday the 13th. It is one of the most original horror movies ever made.
This is a review for this "horrific" 4K release from Paramount.
First, I just wondered how much more can they really improve on since the Deluxe Version Blu-ray a few years back.
Well, that one had a good menu, background music, and ALL features, even the original theatrical trailer.
All scenes looked good, even the dark scenes as you could see who was where, doing what. Great release.
All scenes looked good, even the dark scenes as you could see who was where, doing what. Great release.
THIS 4K, not a good one folks.
I watched the opening scenes, as it was a nighttime, etc.
The two camp counselors wearing yellow shirts up there making out and then getting wacked, you couldn't make out there features well at all and it was overly dark.
I stopped right there after the girl screams, you could barely see her face.
I watched the opening scenes, as it was a nighttime, etc.
The two camp counselors wearing yellow shirts up there making out and then getting wacked, you couldn't make out there features well at all and it was overly dark.
I stopped right there after the girl screams, you could barely see her face.
I put in the Deluxe version Blu-ray, and watched the opening scenes and it was so much better, overall. I just don't know what Paramount did in this one, but it is way too dark. The day scenes were okay, with minimal improvement over the Blu-ray.
The sound? Well, no improvement there. We get the same audio as we did on the Deluxe Blu-ray.
All features are on the 4K, except, NO original theatrical trailer.
For a 1980 horror movie, Paramount could have done a better job on this one.
I would pass on this one and keep the Deluxe Blu-ray version. THAT is all you need. You do not need this one.
As a longtime fan of the movie, I am disappointed.
The sound? Well, no improvement there. We get the same audio as we did on the Deluxe Blu-ray.
All features are on the 4K, except, NO original theatrical trailer.
For a 1980 horror movie, Paramount could have done a better job on this one.
I would pass on this one and keep the Deluxe Blu-ray version. THAT is all you need. You do not need this one.
As a longtime fan of the movie, I am disappointed.
Length of ownership: 5
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![Star Trek III: The Search for Spock - 4K Blu-Ray [4K Ultra HD Blu-ray]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/prescaled/500/500/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/f33a11ce-d207-4801-a6b6-7556469125cb.jpg)
Kirk (William Shatner), McCoy (DeForest Kelley), and crew return to the Genesis Planet to learn the truth of Spock's (Leonard Nimoy) death, but a ruthless Klingon commander (Christopher Lloyd) wants the Genesis secrets. Exciting sci-fi adventure, directed by Nimoy, resolves whether or not the needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few... or the one. With James Doohan, Walter Koenig, Nichelle Nichols, George Takei, Robin Curtis, and Merritt Butrick. 105 min. Widescreen; Soundtracks English DTS HD 7.1 Master Audio, French Dolby Digital stereo; Subtitles English, French; audio commentary; featurettes; storyboards. Two-disc set.
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5
~Star Trek III gets the nice 4K slipcover edition~
on September 10, 2022
Posted by: 93Vet
Star Trek III: The Search for Spock looks and sounds fabulous on the 4K UHD individual release.
We now have a beautifully done slipcover with this release to match the others in the series.
Well done!
Well done!
STIII continues the aftermath of the events of The Wrath Of Khan. It seems Spock's inner most "spirit" is stranded on a planet built from the shockwave of Genesis' explosion. The main crew of the Enterprise must get the ship back to save Spock's future and somehow return his "spirit" back to his reborn body before it's too late.
Love it and it looks and sounds as good as it is going to get.
All features are here on the Blu-ray version disc.
All features are here on the Blu-ray version disc.
Highly recommended!
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![Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan - 4K Blu-Ray [4K Ultra HD Blu-ray]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/prescaled/500/500/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/c804b1a0-55d2-4522-9162-abdedfda17b6.jpg)
A terraforming project code-named Genesis becomes the key to revenge for Kirk's old nemesis-the genetically engineered Khan-who hatches a plot to get even with the admiral for marooning him 15 years earlier. The big-screen follow-up to the classic TV episode InchSpace SeedInch also features the emotional (and permanent?) death of a crew member. William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy, DeForest Kelley, Kirstie Alley, and Ricardo Montalban star. Theatrical version; 112 min./Director's cut; 117 min. Widescreen; Soundtracks English Dolby TrueHD 7.1, French Dolby Digital stereo, Portuguese Dolby Digital mono, Spanish Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles English (SDH), French, Portuguese, Spanish; audio commentary; featurettes; storyboards. Two-disc set.
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5
~ Star Trek II gets the 4K individual with slip ~
on September 9, 2022
Posted by: 93Vet
The best STAR TREK movie ever, now released individually with beautiful slipcover for the 40th Anniversary Edition.
Previously in the 4-movie box set by Paramount, we finally get the individual release.
The Director's Cut is on the 4K as it should be.
Lots of special features here for this movie.
The Director's Cut is on the 4K as it should be.
Lots of special features here for this movie.
I love everything about this entry into the Star Trek universe. It is my favorite film in the entire franchise.
I watch all of my movies, TV shows, DVDs, Blu-rays, and 4Ks on the Sony 4K player with Sony TV/HDR.
I also have a soundbar set up for the sound.
I also have a soundbar set up for the sound.
I highly recommend this one!
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![Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home - 4K Blu-Ray [4K Ultra HD Blu-ray]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/prescaled/500/500/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/656679ef-7753-495d-919e-ebbda2753ac1.jpg)
On their way home to face a host of criminal charges, the former Enterprise crew learns that a mysterious space probe is threatening Earth with certain destruction. Now, Kirk and company must travel back in time to the 1980s to bring a pair of humpback whales to the 23rd century in the hopes they'll be able to communicate with the probe and save the planet. William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy (who also directed), DeForest Kelley, Catherine Hicks star. 118 min. Widescreen; Soundtracks English Dolby TrueHD 7.1, French Dolby Digital stereo; Subtitles English, French; audio commentary; featurettes; storyboards. Two-disc set.
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5
~ Star Trek IV has the nice slipcover 4K release ~
on September 9, 2022
Posted by: 93Vet
Excellent movie and 4K! Nice individual slipcover with some beautiful artwork.
I thought the movie looked good on the 4K upgrade over the Blu-ray, but it is slight.
For a 1986 movie, it's the best it is going to look in my opinion.
Picture and sound are both great and menu has easy selections. Still image of movie with background music.
I thought the movie looked good on the 4K upgrade over the Blu-ray, but it is slight.
For a 1986 movie, it's the best it is going to look in my opinion.
Picture and sound are both great and menu has easy selections. Still image of movie with background music.
All special features are here in this set.
Recommend this one to complete the "trilogy" of II, III, IV.
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![Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country - 4K Blu-Ray [4K Ultra HD Blu-ray]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/prescaled/500/500/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/b8401e61-27ab-4e77-81d4-4f2024610bb9.jpg)
Detente comes to outer space, as the Enterprise is assigned to escort a Klingon ambassador to a peace conference with the Federation. But when the Klingon ship is inexplicably attacked, Captain Kirk and Dr. McCoy are charged with murder and hauled off to a remote alien gulag while Spock must find out who is risking the start of interplanetary war. William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy, DeForest Kelley, Kim Cattrall, and Christopher Plummer star. Theatrical version; 110 min./Director's cut; 113 min. Widescreen; Soundtracks English Dolby TrueHD 7.1, French Dolby Digital stereo; Subtitles English, French; audio commentary; featurettes; storyboards. Two-disc set.
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5
~ Star Trek VI finally comes to 4K UHD with slip ~
on September 9, 2022
Posted by: 93Vet
Star Trek VI finally comes to 4K and I do have to say it looked improved over the Blu-ray version on my Sony 4K player and Sony 4K TV with HDR. It's not a stellar improvement, but it is in my opinion. The ships and scenery with battle scenes and all looked really good, and the 7.1 is spot on.
Both the Director and Theatrical versions are on the 4K.
Easy selections there on menu. Still image of movie and background music.
Easy selections there on menu. Still image of movie and background music.
I own over 150 4K movies now, and at least 500 Blu-rays. Still have DVDs also of TV shows, some movies not out on HD formats to this day.
I would have to say as a sidenote, that the recent Pirates of the Caribbean movie released on 4K is abysmal in comparison to the nicely done Blu-ray release on that one.
Star Trek VI is NOTHING like that here.
Star Trek VI is NOTHING like that here.
I am a Star Trek fan also and have the original TV series on Blu-ray steelbooks, all three seasons, The Next Generation on Blu-ray sets, Voyager Complete series DVD, Deep Space Nine complete series DVD, Star Trek Enterprise complete series on Blu-ray.
Star Trek VII, VIII, IX, X on Blu-ray.
Star Trek VII, VIII, IX, X on Blu-ray.
Hopefully Paramount will get us a box set or individual releases of TNG movies on 4K next year.
I recommend this one!
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![Star Trek V: The Final Frontier - 4K Blu-Ray [4K Ultra HD Blu-ray]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/prescaled/500/500/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/007e74ce-b127-4123-8c89-0794f75e38f1.jpg)
William Shatner shuttles between captain's console and director's chair for this fifth entry in the long-running series, as Spock (Leonard Nimoy) finds his loyalties tested when his rebel half-brother (Laurence Luckinbill) hijacks the Enterprise and her crew for their most dangerous voyage yet... to the heart of creation itself. Find out what God needs with a starship in this charming, exciting 23rd-century outer space epic! DeForest Kelley, David Warner co-star. 106 min. Widescreen; Soundtracks English Dolby TrueHD 7.1, French Dolby Digital stereo; Subtitles English, French; audio commentary; featurettes; storyboards. Two-disc set.
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5
~ Star Trek V finally comes to 4K with nice slip ~
on September 9, 2022
Posted by: 93Vet
Very solid transfer for ST V: The Final Frontier now on 4K.
Paramount should have done this the first time around, not just the first 4 movies in that box.
Paramount should have done this the first time around, not just the first 4 movies in that box.
Very nice slipcover and artwork.
All special features brought over from previous releases.
A good entry into the Star Trek movie franchise.
All special features brought over from previous releases.
A good entry into the Star Trek movie franchise.
Picture and sound are exceptional and now in 7.1 !
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~ Angel Heart gets the nice steelbook 4K! ~
on August 29, 2022
Posted by: 93Vet
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Beautiful steelbook and 4K with nice slipcover!
The artwork on this is stunning, love it all.
The movie is decent, if you like Mickey Rourke from back in the day in his main movies, check this one out.
Robert De Niro stars.
Picture and sound are great with the 4K set up!
The artwork on this is stunning, love it all.
The movie is decent, if you like Mickey Rourke from back in the day in his main movies, check this one out.
Robert De Niro stars.
Picture and sound are great with the 4K set up!
Length of ownership: 45
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![Red Dawn - 4K Blu-Ray [4K Ultra HD Blu-ray]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/prescaled/500/500/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/5212dd3a-318f-4049-b39b-cce0d3e5cd1e.jpg)
Exciting action hit set against a Cold War invasion of the United States. With Soviet forces taking over the country, our only hope rests with a small band of plucky Midwestern high school students who must become daring freedom fighters to defend their nation. Patrick Swayze, Charlie Sheen, C. Thomas Howell, Jennifer Grey, Lea Thompson, and Ron O'Neal star. 114 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack English; Subtitles English. Two-disc set.
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5
~ RED DAWN gets the 4K treatment with nice slip! ~
on August 19, 2022
Posted by: 93Vet
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Fabulous 4K transfer of the original 1984 movie starring Patrick Swayze, Charlie Sheen, Jennifer Grey, Lea Thompson, C. Thomas Howell.
*New 4K Scan from the original camera negative
*A Look Back at Red Dawn: several interviews...
*Red Dawn Rising Featurette
*Training for WWIII Featurette
*Building the Red Menace Featurette
*WWIII Comes to Town Featurette
Original Theatrical Trailer
*A Look Back at Red Dawn: several interviews...
*Red Dawn Rising Featurette
*Training for WWIII Featurette
*Building the Red Menace Featurette
*WWIII Comes to Town Featurette
Original Theatrical Trailer
Very nice slipcover as well!
2 Disc Set (1 4K, 1 Blu-ray)
2 Disc Set (1 4K, 1 Blu-ray)
This is a classic '80s war type movie from the era.
Looks great now in 4K UHD.
Looks great now in 4K UHD.
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~ Hell or High Water gets the 4K steelbook ~
on August 17, 2022
Posted by: 93Vet
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Yet another well done 4K steelbook from Lionsgate!
I am really loving these now, with the slipcovers to add to the overall artwork. Why no one other company has done this is a question.
The movie is fantastic and the cast is terrific.
Jeff Bridges plays a Texas Ranger and Chris Pine is one of the brothers on a bank robbery spree in West Texas.
I am really loving these now, with the slipcovers to add to the overall artwork. Why no one other company has done this is a question.
The movie is fantastic and the cast is terrific.
Jeff Bridges plays a Texas Ranger and Chris Pine is one of the brothers on a bank robbery spree in West Texas.
The movie looks and sounds good on the 4K.
Menus are good with easy selections.
We get the 4K, Blu-ray copy, digital copy.
Nice slipcover also.
Menus are good with easy selections.
We get the 4K, Blu-ray copy, digital copy.
Nice slipcover also.
I do recommend this one!
Length of ownership: 5
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Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5It may seem a smaller movie, but it's really big
By jsoto279
from Illinois, USA
Obviously, everybody was waiting for Avengers: Infinity War, but, we were also curious to know what would happen after that. It was up to Ant-man and the Wasp to bring us back from those devastating events. It was also obvious that anything in comparison would seem diminished. But, if you give it a chance, you will see that this movie is as a larger than life adventure to awe and entertain everybody. The steelbook presentation is as big a collector's item as the movie. So it is highly recommended to get them both
93Vet
Norwalk, Ca.
October 21, 2018
I am a big Marvel fan as well since 2008's IRON MAN. In this particular movie, it was never "up to" ANT MAN and THE WASP to bring us back from the events of THANOS using the Gauntlet with the INFINITY STONES. That event actually took place at the very end of the movie when ANT MAN himself was in the Quantum Realm. Dr. Pym, his wife, and THE WASP were all on the rooftop when, bam!, SNAP of the Gauntlet took place in RAWANDA where THOR and many of the AVENGERS were, including BLACK PANTHER. It's going to be up to CAPTAIN MARVEL and the rest of the surviving AVENGERS to take on THANOS and devise a plan to go back in time.
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![The Equalizer [Blu-ray] [SteelBook] [Only @ Best Buy] [2014]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/prescaled/500/500/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/d61d524c-2295-4e95-a05e-5f43943ae6e0.jpg)
Overall1 out of 5
1 out of 5Not a Steelbook!
By lcummins
from Hopkinsville, KY
I purchased this title for the Steelbook packaging as advertised on the BB web site. It is NOT the steelbook, but the older Metal-Pak packaging. Be wary if you only want the steelbook.
93Vet
Norwalk, Ca.
October 21, 2018
Yes, it's a revised edition of the original one put out. They did this right before the Sequel EQUALIZER 2 came out to make some extra $$ for those that did not have it to begin with. I was not fooled by it. lol
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Test your skills against the classics with this Arcade1Up Atari arcade cabinet. Its 12 titles let you explore hours of retro-style gaming, and the 17-inch full-color display, sounds and authentic controls amplify the experience. The original artwork and upright design of this Arcade1Up Atari arcade cabinet create a stunning focal point in game room displays.
Overall
2 out of 5
2 out of 5Could be awesome with a couple improvements. But..
By Robert
from MN
The trackball is very nice and the buttons are okay, but the spinner is pure garbage. It's a hollow plastic thing that you can literally FEEL mechanically bumping a switch to register rotation. If you're familiar with an actual arcade spinner, it's a hefty metal knob connected to a disc with holes, with optical sensors peeking through them. That ain't what you're getting here. Every "bump" or two moves you to the next segment in Tempest; the software is able to animate your thing "crawling", but the spinner device resolution is so poor that it just doesn't happen.
The video resolution is very poor (like, 800x600 or worse, by my visual estimation), which makes for a lot of visible jaggies on the "vector" games. The monitor is roughly 13.25x10.5 inches, so the vertical games have unused real estate on the sides. Tempest, strangely, seems letterboxed on all four sides.
Missile Command and Liberator play pretty well. Quantum is nearly unplayable because the trackball sensitivity is set too low, whereas Centipede and Millipede seem like the trackball sensitivity is set just a bit too HIGH.
Lunar Lander doesn't use either of the available analog controls for thrust, so that leaves you tapping a button to pulse-thrust, which isn't how the arcade machine worked.
Button placement is okay for everything except Gravitar and the two Asteroids games, just because the tractor beam / hyperspace button is "C", NEXT TO the rotation buttons, rather than below them where your thumb could reach.
Sound is pretty good; it's just a single speaker and the volume control is a 3-position switch though, so don't get your hopes up too much.
I haven't assembled the cabinet yet, but there's no way this could be a solid $400 value unless the spinner control was as solid and authentic as the trackball is, and the graphics were at least as good at simulating a vector display as a 15-year-old laptop running MAME can.
93Vet
Norwalk, Ca.
No assembly, but gives a 2 star "REVIEW" on it..
October 27, 2018
So, you come on here and give a review of an item that you haven't even assembled yet? LOL You should assemble it, play it, and then take notes afterward,
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Originally made for cable television, this imaginative biopic chronicles the life of Marilyn Monroe (Mira Sorvino), including the years before she changed her name from Norma Jean Baker (Ashley Judd) and was transformed into the screen persona that made her a legendary sex symbol. The movie employs unconventional, dream-like storytelling techniques in which Marilyn and her former self, Norma Jean, frequently appear in scenes together, with Norma Jean often taunting Marilyn for not living up to her earlier aspirations. Many facets of Monroe's life are examined, including her childhood and adolescence when Norma Jean had to live with foster families because of her mother's psychological problems. In addition to referencing Monroe's work on such films as Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953), The Seven Year Itch (1955), and Some Like It Hot (1959), the movie explores her marriages to baseball great Joe DiMaggio (Peter Dobson) and famous playwright Arthur Miller (David Dukes), and her romances, including her purported relationship with U.S. President John F. Kennedy (Steven Culp). The film also offers a hard-hitting look at Monroe's struggle with drug- and alcohol-dependency.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Eye Opening
By Swazi88
from Iowa
Norma Jean and Marilyn is a film that shows the two sides of Her life and deep emotional pain she endured. This Film Shows Her Addiction to Downers and alcohol. This Films also shows her constant battle with her self that has never been show to the public.
93Vet
Norwalk, Ca.
NOT FACTUAL and MADE UP..
March 31, 2019
I would NOT recommend this TO ANY MARILYN FAN at all. It is complete and utter garbage. If you REALLY want to see what Marilyn was like, look at the handful of ACTUAL DOCUMENTARIES that are out there with her voice attached in it in some fashion. THE LEGEND OF MARILYN MONROE, THE FINAL DAYS, THE MORTAL GODDESS.
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This set features all three movies from the groundbreaking sci-fi franchise. In The Matrix, computer hacker Neo has his world turned upside down when he's forced to see the truth about his world; in The Matrix Reloaded, Neo, Trinity and Morpheus continue the fight to free mankind; and in The Matrix Revolutions, the ongoing war comes to a dramatic end.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Great Packaging for a Trilogy!
By KJT4B
Pros: I love it when they put a trilogy or anthology in steelbook packaging, especially a single case like this! As a collector this is huge, as space is a premium on my shelf. Digital copies included is also extremely beneficial for those moments I want to watch on the go or am just too lazy to go get the case and road the player. All in all a great purchase that would recommend.
Cons: This is a constant complaint of mine - typically folks who purchase textbooks are collectors and go out of their way to acquire textbook editions of movies; why can't they 1) make the movie info card cover easier to trim for saving inside the cover? Or 2) make it smaller in the first place so there's no trimming required? They should consciously anticipate their audience for steelbooks: collectors. Second, I was lucky to discover the trilogy coming out in steelbooks so that I waited to purchase this one; otherwise, if I remember right only 2 of the 3 were available as steelbooks at Best Buy... my solution would be for Best Buy to initiate a "Steelbooks Collectors Club" or something, where you could get on a special list and get head's up notifications of future steelbooks, with the option to remind us when something can be pre-ordered.
93Vet
Norwalk, Ca.
All 3 are AVAILABLE as individual Steelbook Ed,
July 7, 2019
All 3 are available as individual STEELBOOK Editions. Now, you can get the TRILOGY one also, but...it does NOT have the Blu-ray discs, ONLY the UHD 4K discs.
6 DISCS and individual STEELBOOKS, I love that.
6 DISCS and individual STEELBOOKS, I love that.
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New to 4K. This collection features the wonder of the entire Star Wars saga, capturing the moments from a young Anakin Skywalker's descent into the dark side to the rise of the Resistance and their struggle to restore peace in the galaxy. The story that electrified a generation comes to a striking conclusion.
Overall1 out of 5
1 out of 5No Theatrical Releases
By bones
Sorry Disney, but I canceled my order. It’s a gorgeous set but I won’t spend my money on the versions I don’t enjoy. Especially when I can already watch these on Disney+. Whatever deal you made with Lucas, is what is stopping you from getting my money.
For everyone who enjoys the newer versions, this set looks amazing and I truly hope you enjoy it.
93Vet
Norwalk, Ca.
"No Theatrical Releases in Set"
April 1, 2020
There was NEVER a plan to include those in this set. They are NOT the ones George wanted in the first place after the fact he had the technology to do what he wanted.
If you are so bent on getting the mistake prone, optical effect laden gaffes in the IV, V, VI ones, go for it. Good luck finding a machine that will play them on.
VHS sets out from mid to late 1990s.
Laserdisc sets out from mid to late 1990s.
So rating the entire box a 1 STAR because you're upset it doesn't have those is a joke. You're obviously paying DISNEY more money in the long run for individuals. So, you are giving DISNEY MORE. lol
If you are so bent on getting the mistake prone, optical effect laden gaffes in the IV, V, VI ones, go for it. Good luck finding a machine that will play them on.
VHS sets out from mid to late 1990s.
Laserdisc sets out from mid to late 1990s.
So rating the entire box a 1 STAR because you're upset it doesn't have those is a joke. You're obviously paying DISNEY more money in the long run for individuals. So, you are giving DISNEY MORE. lol
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New to 4K. This collection features the wonder of the entire Star Wars saga, capturing the moments from a young Anakin Skywalker's descent into the dark side to the rise of the Resistance and their struggle to restore peace in the galaxy. The story that electrified a generation comes to a striking conclusion.
Overall
4 out of 5
4 out of 5Not Perfect, but Still Great
By Shawn
This set doesn't include the original theatrical versions of the original trilogy, which is what fans have been truly waiting on, but this set is still the best available so far. 4K audio and video is outstanding for most of the films, with The Phantom Menace having the weakest looking video. The set looks nice and the booklet is also attractive, however sliding the discs in and out of the booklet requires some patience and care. Overall, this is a nice set that is a no brainer for collectors, but it's not quite the ultimate set that many have been looking for.
93Vet
Norwalk, Ca.
April 3, 2020
You will probably never see the "original" theatrical ones that debuted on a UHD 4K format. You can still find those on the VHS and THX Laserdisc sets from 1995.
I'm 93Vet, you can read my review here on BestBuy as I explain my feelings on this set as well.
I'm 93Vet, you can read my review here on BestBuy as I explain my feelings on this set as well.
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New to 4K. This collection features the wonder of the entire Star Wars saga, capturing the moments from a young Anakin Skywalker's descent into the dark side to the rise of the Resistance and their struggle to restore peace in the galaxy. The story that electrified a generation comes to a striking conclusion.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5Overall review of the "Skywalker Saga" 9 movie Set
By 93Vet
Having been a long time fan of the series, starting on the infamous date for all SW fans, 25 May 1977, I was eager to get this set and have all the movies in UHD 4K.
This set does NOT include the SW stories "Solo" and "Rogue One".
I will be getting "Rogue One" separately for the 4K as I have "Solo".
The box itself is decent, it has a leather like feel to it and opens up on the sides to reveal a middle "silver book" that contains all the discs and original artwork from each of the 9 movies.
The movie pages have the 4K and Blu-ray disc housed in their own respective sleeves on the upper right corner and are labeled as such when you remove them. Removing them is a sticking point, but as with anything disc, you have to handle with care. They are a bit tight as this is a new set and I think over time it will loosen a bit for each disc. The outer black case does not line up absolutely on the line, and that is a bit of a disappointment when it comes to the Death Star graphic on the front, but that is a minor thing to me. It's not handmade by Rolls Royce.
This set does NOT include the SW stories "Solo" and "Rogue One".
I will be getting "Rogue One" separately for the 4K as I have "Solo".
The box itself is decent, it has a leather like feel to it and opens up on the sides to reveal a middle "silver book" that contains all the discs and original artwork from each of the 9 movies.
The movie pages have the 4K and Blu-ray disc housed in their own respective sleeves on the upper right corner and are labeled as such when you remove them. Removing them is a sticking point, but as with anything disc, you have to handle with care. They are a bit tight as this is a new set and I think over time it will loosen a bit for each disc. The outer black case does not line up absolutely on the line, and that is a bit of a disappointment when it comes to the Death Star graphic on the front, but that is a minor thing to me. It's not handmade by Rolls Royce.
The 9 bonus discs are pretty good, but NOT all the material for each movie is in THIS set. There is new material, interviews, etc. for this set mixed with original material brought over from the 2011 9 disc set.
You can find more on the 3 bonus discs that came with that Blu-ray set. Keep those 3 discs if you have it.
Also, the 2004 Star Wars Trilogy "Bonus Material" DVD is exceptional with the vintage IV-VI trilogy content. Has ALL the trailers for those three movies and the EPIC documentary "Empire Of Dreams". That to me, is THE documentary for the original trilogy. This is NOT on this 2020 Box Set.
Some of the vintage trailers are on the bonus discs for IV-VI.
Some of the vintage trailers are on the bonus discs for IV-VI.
Episode IX does NOT have any deleted/extended scenes on the bonus disc. Why? I don't know. I do believe there is much footage that could have been added here. We get a "Skywalker Saga" documentary, rather it's a behind the scenes 2 hour video mostly about VII-IX with a little bit of footage from IV-VI added in here and there. No mention of Episodes I-III at all.
The plus here for me is the total package, although the disc sleeves may have been better, it doesn't appear they will scratch easily as the material behind it is slick. They are tight on the sides, but I believe over time it will loosen a bit. Handle with care as always. We get all the movies on UHD 4K with newer prints. The original trilogy (IV-VI) has never looked better.
No, it does NOT contain the 1977, 1980, 1983 theatrical releases with all mistakes and film defects inherent in those, even now in later format releases (VHS box sets/1995 THX Laserdisc sets).
You will never see those on a UHD 4K set.
George made it clear many years ago, that the movies that were originally seen on the screen in those years were not the complete vision he had at the time. He couldn't do alot of things he wanted because of the limits of technology at the time. So, he basically had to wait unitl the movie technology caught up.
You will never see those on a UHD 4K set.
George made it clear many years ago, that the movies that were originally seen on the screen in those years were not the complete vision he had at the time. He couldn't do alot of things he wanted because of the limits of technology at the time. So, he basically had to wait unitl the movie technology caught up.
Even if this set is not the most perfect one, I do like it, but it could have been better overall for content and the placement of discs in the sleeves. Artwork is well done and the artwork on the discs are well done, too. A solid 4 Stars.
93Vet
Norwalk, Ca.
April 4, 2020
HI, it came to my address from BestBuy.com in a sturdy cardboard box. It was well protected inside and had no issues at all. There were no dings or scratches whatsoever.
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3 out of 5
3 out of 5Jabberwonky?
By Anonymous
Love this in 4k.... Great picture and sound, but really would like the 1977 theatrical release
93Vet
Norwalk, Ca.
April 4, 2020
You are not going to get the 1977 "version" on 4K or Blu-ray. In fact, this was released in 2004 on DVD, but the quality was atrocious for that format's ability.
The only way you are going to get the '77 version is either through one of the following formats:
The 2004 DVD (official release)
The 1995 THX VHS Trilogy Sets (official release)
The 1995 THX Laserdiscs (official release)
The "Despecialized" version on Manufactured on demand Blu-ray disc (unofficial release)
The only way you are going to get the '77 version is either through one of the following formats:
The 2004 DVD (official release)
The 1995 THX VHS Trilogy Sets (official release)
The 1995 THX Laserdiscs (official release)
The "Despecialized" version on Manufactured on demand Blu-ray disc (unofficial release)
I do not work for Disney, but I have been a long time fan of the series from the very beginning. I went to the first showing in my City on May 25, 1977. I was 10.
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New to 4K. This collection features the wonder of the entire Star Wars saga, capturing the moments from a young Anakin Skywalker's descent into the dark side to the rise of the Resistance and their struggle to restore peace in the galaxy. The story that electrified a generation comes to a striking conclusion.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5Excellent Compilation
By SadDiegoChargerFan
I didn’t award FIVE stars because Lucas didn’t provide the original, theatrical releases. We get the kiddified Cantina shootout where Greedo fires first and Han fires best. No need for this: once Greedo pointed his blaster at Han, that’s an overt act of aggression and Han acts in self defense when he fires, even when he fires first as in the theatrical release.
For this price point, a lavish, illustrated hard bound book really would have set this piece off. But maybe they’re waiting to fleece us for an 8k version?
On a related note, I would love to see the Star Wars saga updated and re-released in theaters and Blu-Ray. For example, the death of the Death Star should no be so swift. A gigantic moon sized station shouldn’t vaporize but rather split up in big and small pieces. A Death Star meteor shower into Yavin’s moon and stormtrooper bodies and body parts would more convincingly demonstrated the destruction. The Super Star Destroyer, or should we say Stupor Star Destroyer, does nothing in the series. Change that!
But this is an excellent purchase and will entertain for a long time. Buy and slot in Rogue One 4k too.
93Vet
Norwalk, Ca.
Greedo fires first?
April 16, 2020
The Cantina scene on the 4K disc did not have Greedo firing first. There was an added scene with Greedo saying a word and then they literally shoot at each other at the same time, with Greedo missing and hitting the wall. This is a new scene added from Greedo. It did not exist in prior releases.
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Retrogaming fans and pop-culture enthusiasts have been clamoring for it, and here it is courtesy of Arcade1Up: the Atari Legacy CENTIPEDE Edition home arcade machine, for the first time in a form factor shaped just like the original classic arcade cabinet!
There are misleading images of this unit's screen size when showing Centipede. The game is a vertical game as it should be. However, there are photos of it being squashed or horizontal. Which is it?
3 years, 11 months ago
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93Vet
Evolving from its 1958 beginnings as an amusement game manufacturer, Midway produced some of the hottest arcade games of the 80s and 90s, that have since been adapted into film, television, and much more.Their monsters-wreaking-havoc title Rampage~was a giant early hit, and then leaps in live action digitizing technology led to Mortal Kombat~, recognized as one of the most important titles in video game history. With it~s over the top darkly humorous gameplay and finishing moves, Mortal Kombat~became an instant franchise with iconic characters and enduring catch phrases.
So, what's the actual date of release now? Arcade 1up had it in March and Best Buy says Dec. 31, 2021. lol There are many of us eagerly awaiting to get this unit when Arcade 1up SAYS and sends an email stating it is READY for Preorder.
5 years, 3 months ago
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93Vet
Does this come with a deck protector as well? I know the most recent ones have had it, but this does not specify.
5 years, 4 months ago
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93Vet
Set up your gaming room with this Arcade1Up Ms. Pac-Man arcade game console. The classic upright design has a midsize profile for seamless fitting in tight spaces, while the 17-inch LCD screen offers crisp visuals for complete immersion. This Arcade1Up Ms. Pac-Man arcade game console features four games for a complete nostalgic experience, and the coinless operation allows unlimited play.
Is the play exactly like the arcade version? Does it offer "normal" and "fast" speed modes?
Hey Ed, this is the normal arcade version from 1982. No, there is no SPEED UP version on this unit.
5 years, 7 months ago
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93Vet
Set up your gaming room with this Arcade1Up Ms. Pac-Man arcade game console. The classic upright design has a midsize profile for seamless fitting in tight spaces, while the 17-inch LCD screen offers crisp visuals for complete immersion. This Arcade1Up Ms. Pac-Man arcade game console features four games for a complete nostalgic experience, and the coinless operation allows unlimited play.
Want to order mrs pacman cabinet upright arcade but only see cocktail table... Did up right mrs pacman sell out?
You can order it now, I have mine. Picked it up at the Lakewood, CA. store on Halloween Day. I love it, no problems at all. It is the upright cabinet.
5 years, 7 months ago
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93Vet
Set up your gaming room with this Arcade1Up Ms. Pac-Man arcade game console. The classic upright design has a midsize profile for seamless fitting in tight spaces, while the 17-inch LCD screen offers crisp visuals for complete immersion. This Arcade1Up Ms. Pac-Man arcade game console features four games for a complete nostalgic experience, and the coinless operation allows unlimited play.
I know that this cabinet comes with the normal speed version of mrs pacman, I was just wondering if there was any possible way that I could enable the faster pace version. I just find it way more entertaining and enjoyable. Thanks
Interesting question, Jacob. I don't know if it can be messed with to make it super fast, or the speed up version.
I have that SPEED UP version on my tabletop as well as 2 other versions,
MS. PAC-MAN PLUS
MS. PAC-MAN ATTACK
I have that SPEED UP version on my tabletop as well as 2 other versions,
MS. PAC-MAN PLUS
MS. PAC-MAN ATTACK
5 years, 7 months ago
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93Vet
Set up your gaming room with this Arcade1Up Ms. Pac-Man arcade game console. The classic upright design has a midsize profile for seamless fitting in tight spaces, while the 17-inch LCD screen offers crisp visuals for complete immersion. This Arcade1Up Ms. Pac-Man arcade game console features four games for a complete nostalgic experience, and the coinless operation allows unlimited play.
i am trying to get this but it is showing sold out? when will more be in stock. i have been waiting since it was announced to buy this and years before that hoping it would happen one day.
You can order it now online from BEST BUY. I don't see a sold out next to it as of this writing, Nov. 3, 2020.
5 years, 7 months ago
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93Vet
Set up your gaming room with this Arcade1Up Ms. Pac-Man arcade game console. The classic upright design has a midsize profile for seamless fitting in tight spaces, while the 17-inch LCD screen offers crisp visuals for complete immersion. This Arcade1Up Ms. Pac-Man arcade game console features four games for a complete nostalgic experience, and the coinless operation allows unlimited play.
Will this be restocked? Sold out very quickly I did not get a chance to order one.
Looks like BEST BUY has it to order online now as of this writing. I got mine at the Lakewood, CA. store.
5 years, 7 months ago
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93Vet
Set up your gaming room with this Arcade1Up Ms. Pac-Man arcade game console. The classic upright design has a midsize profile for seamless fitting in tight spaces, while the 17-inch LCD screen offers crisp visuals for complete immersion. This Arcade1Up Ms. Pac-Man arcade game console features four games for a complete nostalgic experience, and the coinless operation allows unlimited play.
Will this be fast Ms Pacman or slow Ms Pacman?
It's the traditional MS. PAC-MAN, not the speed up version. After the 1st Apple screen, she does pick up speed.
I have that and 3 other versions of MS. PAC-MAN on my tabletop game.
I wish they would have had these on the MS. PAC-MAN cabinet:
MS. PAC-MAN (original)
MS. PAC-MAN Speed up
MS. PAC-MAN Plus
MS. PAC-ATTACK
I have that and 3 other versions of MS. PAC-MAN on my tabletop game.
I wish they would have had these on the MS. PAC-MAN cabinet:
MS. PAC-MAN (original)
MS. PAC-MAN Speed up
MS. PAC-MAN Plus
MS. PAC-ATTACK
5 years, 7 months ago
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93Vet
Does this include digital copy....?
Is this the same steelbook as the region free Titans of Cult version? It has the same cover art.
I believe it is, Al. It's a beautiful steelbook. My favorite of them all.
5 years, 7 months ago
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93Vet
Does this include digital copy....?
Set up your gaming room with this Arcade1Up Ms. Pac-Man arcade game console. The classic upright design has a midsize profile for seamless fitting in tight spaces, while the 17-inch LCD screen offers crisp visuals for complete immersion. This Arcade1Up Ms. Pac-Man arcade game console features four games for a complete nostalgic experience, and the coinless operation allows unlimited play.
Pre-order? By the time you guys decide to take orders the cabinet will be released at this rate.
Agreed on that. Still says coming soon on October 5. I think some others have taken orders, but, Best Buy usually has a different version than they do. Light up Marquee, other games.
5 years, 8 months ago
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