R2 (JAP) & R3 Limited Editions

[bradavon]

Cheers for the heads up, I see only trailers listed, which is odd as it says:

"additional DVD extras"

[charlie angel]

I was hoping that the new Nikita Jpn disc might have English subs (decent ones I might add) but there's none listed :(

[Twistingginger]

Me too I saw that:cry:

[bradavon]

Isn't the R1 SE while light on extras for a true SE decent? It has French 5.1 and English subtitles so should be fine for me.

Going by the cover it looks like a Paramount DVD.

[bruce-leroy]

Japanese Alien head LE available from yesasia:

http://global.yesasia.com/en/PrdDept.aspx/pid-1003175967/did-0/code-j/section-videos/

£241.59 approx., which should include shipping and no customs. :)

[iannewson]

:clap: :thumbs: :clap:

Thanks for that bruce-leroy just ordered and had an automated telephone call from egg to ask me to confirm it :D .

[richdmx]

Email from YesAsia today saying that Old Boy cant be sourced anymore :(

[megatron]

Noooooo!!!!!!!!! Can I get my paypal back then rich. Will have to reorder it ASAP!

[angel_eyes]

koreandvds still have it and it's actually on promotion (comes with free copy of the Isle) :clap:

[Jimmyboy]

Originally posted by richdmx
Email from YesAsia today saying that Old Boy cant be sourced anymore :(

Can't understand why, it's a standard non-LE release.

[richdmx]

This is what i received :


Dear Valued Customer,

Thank you very much for shopping with YesAsia.com.

With reference to your recent order 3346728, our suppliers have informed us that the following item(s) is/are currently not available.

SKU Title Qty
1003302965 --- Old Boy --- 1

So that you need not wait for the other available items in your order, we can arrange to handle your order in one of the following ways. Please indicate your preference so that we can make the necessary arrangements as soon as possible.

We can:
1) Ship items that are already on hand and remove the item(s) that are not available

2) Wait for 5 more days and if the item(s) are still not available, our system will automatically remove them from your order.

We are sincerely looking forward to hearing from you soon.
If we do not hear from you in 5 days from the date of this notification, our system will automatically remove the items that are not available.

Please accept our sincere apology for any inconvenience caused. Should you have any further inquiries or comments, please do not hesitate to contact us at service-global@yesasia.com and include this message in your reply.

Yours sincerely,
Customer Relations Department
YesAsia.com, Inc.
Within US & Canada: (888) 716-5753 (US toll-free number)
Outside US & Canada: (852) 2522 1227(Hong Kong number)

[Ono]

All that means is that there will be a delay Rich.

[Psycho]

I've just ordered an Alien head from YesAsia! :doh:

Well it is coming up to my birthday and I feel like treating myself! :luv:

Psycho :nuts:

PS. I now need to work out how much over time I need to do to pay it off! :thinking:

[kcxdev]

Just thought I'd let everyone know that there are now pirate versions of LE (mostly R3K) boxsets available in China now. These are near pefect replicas, most popular being the Harry Potter stuff but also the BoB millitary pack for under £15 which includes all the bits and BoB's ( :D ). Be warned.

[RESSEH]

I was wondering why there are so many 'cheap' BoB military sets on ebay now.:suspect:

[arkham]

my japanese aint too good but is there any way of telling if the alien head is back in stock from amazon?

http://www.amazon.co.jp/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/dvd/B0001FX9C0/249-8186610-5093918

actually never mind, there just seems to be marketplace ones instock

[charlie angel]

Originally posted by arkham
my japanese aint too good but is there any way of telling if the alien head is back in stock from amazon?

http://www.amazon.co.jp/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/dvd/B0001FX9C0/249-8186610-5093918

It's not mate, as there's no 'Add to cart' button on the right hand side - it's saying you can get it on Amazon marketplace (from a private seller) I believe.

Still in stock at Yesasia though.

[arkham]

thanks mate, im seriously tempted to buy from yesasia, but im still kicking myself for not ordering from amazon when it was released

[charlie angel]

I know what you mean bud - my finger hovered over the buy button at Amazon as well... :/

[Psycho]

My Alien head from YesAsia has shipped! :clap: :doh:

The girlfriend wasn't too happy when I told her what I got and how much it cost! :lol:

Psycho :nuts:

[graham.myers]

Anybody any details if there is going to be a Kil Bill V2 Box like the first one? if there is whats thelikely date it'll be available to pre-order?

I've looked thorugh the thread and couldn't find any mention

[MarcusUK]

Another one for you big spenders, Finding nemo:

http://global.yesasia.com/en/PrdDept.aspx/pid-1003330013/code-j/section-videos/

[Goblin]

£107 :eek:

whats it limited to? 5??

[megatron]

It's limited to rich folk ;)

[MarcusUK]

If you have to mention the price then you shouldn't be in this thread :lol:
Alas I cannot find any details on it, so not sure exactley is in the box...

[megatron]

Maybe it has a fish head to put you disney dvds in ;)

[Cirrus888]

Is this another Korean Exclusive?

50 page ROTK book with 2 disc DVD?

http://www.papadvd.com/best_title/best_title_detail.asp?p_code=110366

The book looks well snazzy!

Korean Hero with 3 discs and Book as well:

http://www.papadvd.com/simple_title/simple_title_detail.asp?p_code=111605

[sapsja]

Koreandvds also have the Hero set.

http://www.koreandvds.com/dvddetail.html?id=17733

Also, another Band of Brothers Set, this time with Free Tanks!

http://www.dvdasian.com/cgi-bin/dvdasian/17504.html

[rogeralpine]

Originally posted by sapsja
Also, another Band of Brothers Set, this time with Free Tanks!

http://www.dvdasian.com/cgi-bin/dvdasian/17504.html

It Packs with One German TANK Model
It will be randomly filled with either an Armoured Type or H Type Tank Model

....means I'll have to order 2 then and hope I get lucky!:dork: :nuts:

[rogeralpine]

....and as for the Nemo set - box looks nice and there seems to be a book and a couple of lithograph type pictures. For that price though I'd want a replica fish tank complete with working volcano!:D

[dazzM]

Originally posted by megatron
Maybe it has a fish head to put you disney dvds in ;) Then fits inside the alien head !

[dazzM]

Originally posted by rogeralpine
It Packs with One German TANK Model
It will be randomly filled with either an Armoured Type or H Type Tank Model

....means I'll have to order 2 then and hope I get lucky!:dork: :nuts: Hope your a good modelmaker!
They look like Tamiya or Dragon kits to me:dork:

[SdG]

Head up!

Name Of The Rose, The (Name der Rose, Der ) / Limited Edition

http://www.koreandvds.com/dvddetail.html?id=19362

Not bad price.

Stuart.

[Psycho]

Originally posted by SdG
Head up!

Name Of The Rose, The (Name der Rose, Der ) / Limited Edition

http://www.koreandvds.com/dvddetail.html?id=19362

Not bad price.

Stuart.

Thanks for that!

Reminds me of the 'Dances with Wolves' leather case! :thumbs:

I haven't seen this film... but I might order! :dork:

IS it any good? :confused:

Psycho :nuts:

[Cirrus888]

The name of the rose is a funny film by all rights it should mediocre at best but the medieval setting and sean connery makes this average mystery thriller a winner ... a bit like Highlander i.e. ordinary action movie with a twist bought to life by Sean Connery.

[Psycho]

Originally posted by Cirrus888
The name of the rose is a funny film by all rights it should mediocre at best but the medieval setting and sean connery makes this average mystery thriller a winner ... a bit like Highlander i.e. ordinary action movie with a twist bought to life by Sean Connery.

I think I'll buy it and give it a go! :)

Psycho :nuts:

[kat23]

Originally posted by Psycho
I think I'll buy it and give it a go! :)

Psycho :nuts:

Think I will too.

Usually order from Yesasia so can use my Paypal but the 2 titles I was going to order (Big Swindle + Sil Mi Do) cost more at YA then those 2 + Name of the Rose at KoreanDVDs. Ok, with p&p it's about $5.00 more but that is for 1 extra title. :nuts:

Just before I order though, what are KoreanDVDs like for customs usually? Am I likely to be hit?

[Psycho]

I've never ordered with them before but I've just gone for one! :dork:

Psycho :nuts:

[kat23]

Originally posted by Psycho
I've never ordered with them before but I've just gone for one! :dork:

Psycho :nuts:

I've ordered before but never over the £18.00 limit. What I want to order is about £38.00 this time though. :)

[Psycho]

Originally posted by kat23
I've ordered before but never over the £18.00 limit. What I want to order is about £38.00 this time though. :)

My order came to $23.73. So I take it I wont get any custom problems as that's under £18... I think.

I wonder what the case is made from? It looks a lot like the 'Dances with Wolves' one but I can't tell.

Psycho :nuts:

PS. I watched my Jap 'Alien 3' the other day and loved it! I didn't think the small problems with the sound were that noticable... well my girlfriend didn't notice any problems at all! I think it was only because I could tell where there was a new bit.

[Cirrus888]

Originally posted by Psycho

I wonder what the case is made from? It looks a lot like the 'Dances with Wolves' one but I can't tell.


In the movie old textbooks plays an integral part of the movie so I would think the packaging would be something along those lines.

[Goblin]

nice spot, ordered. Hope its good.

[jroadley]

Another one who's gone for the Name Of The Rose...

http://www.jroadley.nildram.co.uk/DVDForums/19362.jpg

:clap:

[bibmcfeck]

Another one who's gone for the Name Of The Rose...

http://www.jroadley.nildram.co.uk/DVDForums/19362.jpg

:clap:

Me too:thumbs:

[Cinemasia.net]

Do we know if it's anamorphic, or shall I just bite the bullet and buy blind? :thinking:

[Ono]

It's not a very good film.

Best bit in it is the bird who shags Christian Slater.

[Cinemasia.net]

Is the nudity in the film censored in the Korean edition?

16-year-old Slater, in only his second film, has a deliciously erotic nude scene with a young woman

[Ono]

It is not really an explicit scene - just erotic so I can't see it being censored.

... and the 16yr old Slater must have definitely had a boner when shooting that scene!!

[bozman]

If you've got around £410 lying around - this monster 27 dvd set is on the way in April 2005!

<img src="http://images-jp.amazon.com/images/P/B0002HNQ98.09.LZZZZZZZ.jpg">

[penn925]

If you've got around £410 lying around - this monster 27 dvd set is on the way in April 2005!

<img src="http://images-jp.amazon.com/images/P/B0002HNQ98.09.LZZZZZZZ.jpg">


I've just pre-ordered it :thumbs:

[bozman]

I've just pre-ordered it :thumbs:

Lol - I hope you're joking! The indications are it's not going to have English subs - unless of course your Japanese is better than mine ;)

[JAMESTALKALOT]

http://www.jamestalkalot.myby.co.uk/startrekosboset.jpg

from Amazon JP (http://www.amazon.co.jp/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00008HC56/ref%3Damb%5Fcenter-2%5F98585%5F1/249-6388677-3777939)

:nuts:

[graham.myers]

385 smackeroonies. mmmm I'm tempted :)

[penn925]

Lol - I hope you're joking! The indications are it's not going to have English subs - unless of course your Japanese is better than mine ;)


I'll just get drunk, and then watch them :D

[Samuel Downey]

Anyone know any further details about the Star Trek release?

[f_drew]

Anyone know any further details about the Star Trek release?The Digital Bit's (http://www.thedigitalbits.com/#mytwocents) have put 'some' info up (obviously, you'll have to visit the original news story for the link and pics) :Also, a number of Bits readers have learned that the entire Star Trek: The Original Series (all three season sets) will be released in Japan in a special display case that also includes a tricorder replica that doubles as a radio. The set will street on 12/10 with a 94,200 Yen price tag (nearly $900 U.S.). Here's a link to the Amazon Japan page for the release. And here's a look at the package with and without its plastic covering. Keep in mind that the complete series will be released in the U.S. as well on 12/3, but without the case and tricorder.
And in other news .....
Yesasia have got an LE of Takeshi Miike's latest here (http://global.yesasia.com/en/PrdDept.aspx/pid-1003447128/pname-Zebraman-Premium-BOX/code-j/version-all/section-videos/). :)

edit - corrections

[Samuel Downey]

"Billed as Miike's first family film," - Come again...

[MarcusUK]

No english subs by the look of it.

[Chibouk]

Definitely no English subs, or I'd have preordered this a couple of weeks ago. :cry:

[clerk37]

Disc Emporium are now taking orders for Kill Bill Vol. 2 Japanese Premium Box
HERE (http://www.discemporium.com/productDetails.jsp?product_id=21432)

Seems a higher price than the last, for whats been currently announced.

[MarcusUK]

Disc Emporium are now taking orders for Kill Bill Vol. 2 Japanese Premium Box
HERE (http://www.discemporium.com/productDetails.jsp?product_id=21432)

Seems a higher price than the last, for whats been currently announced.

Ok Vanilla and American versions, what's the difference?

[Doll]

Whats the 3 disc Hero like ? Any extra content compared to the standard 2 disc version ?
Thanks.

[Cinemasia.net]

Whats the 3 disc Hero like?

Best to answer this question with pictures.

http://home.exetel.com.au/kimba/hero_ue1.jpg
http://home.exetel.com.au/kimba/hero_ue2.jpg
http://home.exetel.com.au/kimba/hero_ue3.jpg
http://forums.eyo.com.au/attachment.php?attachmentid=1442

Disc 1: Feature

Disc 2: Supplement
* The Heroes: Characters; Cast & Crew Interviews
* Behind The Hero: Making of Hero; NG Shots; Behind the Scenes; Storyboards
* Gallery: Journey to Hero; Photos; Artwork & Merchandise; Drafts
* Something about Hero: Heroes Behind Hero Seminar; Colors Behind Hero; Defined documentary; Trailers 1,2; TV Spots 1,2

Disc 3: Documentary
* Cause featurette

[Doll]

Thanks for the pics. It's a nice set, is the film any longer and are there any english subs on the extras ?
Thanks.

[Cinemasia.net]

are there any english subs on the extras ?

Of course not. :oh-hum: What do you expect of a Korean release. :(

[charlie angel]

Anyone know the likelihood of this Akira DTS Jpn R2 having English subs?

http://global.yesasia.com/en/PrdDept.aspx/pid-1003540312/did-96/code-j/section-videos/

[Cinemasia.net]

Anyone know the likelihood of this Akira DTS Jpn R2 having English subs?

My guess is that the first disc will have:

Subtitles:
English
Japanese

Audio Options:
English DTS 5.1
Japanese DTS 5.1
English Dolby Digital 5.1
Japanese Dolby Digital 5.1

All supplements will, of course, be unsubtitled.
Complete speculation at this time, since the details aren't announced yet, and I'm not sure if they can fit all of those audio tracks on one disc.

Note: At the moment, the page only lists:

Japanese DTS 5.1
Japanese Dolby Digital 5.1
and no subtitles

What do you think?

[charlie angel]

Not sure - it seems like this (http://global.yesasia.com/en/PrdDept.aspx/pid-1002802264/section-videos/did-160/code-j/version-all/) previous Jpn release didn't have English subs, so I'm not holding out much hope.

Better investigate the R1 DTS disc just in case.

[Cinemasia.net]

Not sure - it seems like this (http://global.yesasia.com/en/PrdDept.aspx/pid-1002802264/section-videos/did-160/code-j/version-all/) previous Jpn release didn't have English subs, so I'm not holding out much hope.

Better investigate the R1 DTS disc just in case.

Righto then. Since the Limited Edition is simply a repackaging of above said item, then I suppose that you're out of luck for those "extra features" that you need.

[charlie angel]

Not interested in any extra features - was just hoping for English subs on the film, seeing as the Jpn DTS track is meant to be amazing.

[Splinter]

What's wrong with the current Akira R1 DTS? Doubt it's a brand new track on that new LE.

[charlie angel]

What's wrong with the current Akira R1 DTS? Doubt it's a brand new track on that new LE.

I was led to believe that the Jpn DTS track was full bitrate as opposed to the half bitrate R1? Could have been fed some mis-info though.

It's all academic if there are no English subs anyway - R1 it'll be :)

[Splinter]

I was led to believe that the Jpn DTS track was full bitrate as opposed to the half bitrate R1? Could have been fed some mis-info though.

It's all academic if there are no English subs anyway - R1 it'll be :)

Ahh ok - you could be right as I've heard nothing about that. The R1 does sound damn good though and you can pick it up for peanuts.

[kat23]

Not sure how many peple liked it but a Special Edition of Tim Burton's Big Fish is up for preorder at KoreanDVDs.com for $20.00. Seems to include a book and something else.

Picture of contents here (http://www.dvdtitle.co.kr/image/specialimg/19521.jpg).
Order it here (http://www.koreandvds.com/dvddetail.html?id=19521).

[Goblin]

Not sure how many peple liked it but a Special Edition of Tim Burton's Big Fish is up for preorder at KoreanDVDs.com for $20.00. Seems to include a book and something else.

Picture of contents here (http://www.dvdtitle.co.kr/image/specialimg/19521.jpg).
Order it here (http://www.koreandvds.com/dvddetail.html?id=19521).

nice spot, haven't seen it yet so took a chance. Postage took the price to about £16.

[Twistingginger]

Have gone for this to. Good spot Kat

[kat23]

Have gone for this to. Good spot Kat
If I had any money this month I probably would too :(. I think the book is Tim Burton drawings. There's a message on the board at koreandvds asking what it is.

[Psycho]

Cheers for that! I've just ordered. I'm still waiting for my 'Name of the Rose' as well.

Psycho :nuts:

[Gethinnadin]

I've gone for this! - My first order with Korean DVD's!

[kat23]

From a KoreanDVDS email:

We were told that it contains a drawing book of about 20 pages drawn by the director himself and a film strip in a hardcover case.

[goonieman]

Nice one, just ordered :thumbs:

[jroadley]

Disc Emporium are now taking orders for Kill Bill Vol. 2 Japanese Premium Box
HERE (http://www.discemporium.com/productDetails.jsp?product_id=21432)

Seems a higher price than the last, for whats been currently announced.

Anywhere else got this up for preorder? :?:

[clerk37]

Anywhere else got this up for preorder? :?:

DVDs Limited are also taking pre-orders at the moment, £89.99 as well and you have to pay up front there!

[ljp]

Cowboy Bebop Limited Edition Tin (Sessions 1-9)
Spirited Away Giftset



Where can I get the Bebop tin from? Any ideas?

[Njål]

Where can I get the Bebop tin from? Any ideas?
I don't think they made a lot of copies of the Korean Bebop lunch box tin.
I pre-ordered it, and had it cancelled on me in the end.
And I ordered it again (at a slightly higher price), only to have it cancelled yet again. :mad:
If you really, really want it, I think your best options would be to ask someone in South Korea to look for it (I've been lucky a couple of times asking Yeon of YeonDVD about availability of deleted items, with she coming back to me after a while with very good offers, considering the items had reached collector's status; Hardly any markup from original price), or ebay or similar.

[ljp]

I don't think they made a lot of copies of the Korean Bebop lunch box tin.
I pre-ordered it, and had it cancelled on me in the end.
And I ordered it again (at a slightly higher price), only to have it cancelled yet again. :mad:
If you really, really want it, I think your best options would be to ask someone in South Korea to look for it (I've been lucky a couple of times asking Yeon of YeonDVD about availability of deleted items, with she coming back to me after a while with very good offers, considering the items had reached collector's status; Hardly any markup from original price), or ebay or similar.

Thanks for the help.
What sort of price should I be thinking of paying? (I cant even find any on Ebay to get a comparison).

[Twistingginger]

Any more news on Kill Bill Vol 2 Japanese set? I'll order mine from citaya again!

[Njål]

What sort of price should I be thinking of paying? (I cant even find any on Ebay to get a comparison).
When I first tried pre-ordering the set in October of last year, the price was USD86.
I seem to remember having seen one for sale used, since then, but can't remember how much the seller wanted.

[Spero D]

Not sure how many peple liked it but a Special Edition of Tim Burton's Big Fish is up for preorder at KoreanDVDs.com for $20.00. Seems to include a book and something else.

Thanks just ordered it.

[MarcusUK]

Not sure how many peple liked it but a Special Edition of Tim Burton's Big Fish is up for preorder at KoreanDVDs.com for $20.00. Seems to include a book and something else.

Picture of contents here (http://www.dvdtitle.co.kr/image/specialimg/19521.jpg).
Order it here (http://www.koreandvds.com/dvddetail.html?id=19521).

I think the something else is a film cell.

[Goblin]

Once Upon a Time in China Box (http://www.layoyo.com/cgi-bin/ncommerce3/ProductDisplay?style=1&prrfnbr=3359211&prmenbr=152&CGRY_NUM=251&LANGUAGE=1)

noticed this posted on the AV Forums, First Limited Edition have Special Sil Cover With Ink Wash Painting.

[Harsin]

YesAsia have just sent me a coupon towards the Kill Bill 2 Boxset as I bought the first one from them, it works out about £50 with the coupon. Don't know whether to go for it or not. :geek:

[Harsin]

Damn my weak will I've caved in and ordered. :help:

Forums Affiliate Link - Kill Bill 2: Premium Boxset (http://global.yesasia.com/assocred.asp?LU83C65N+http://global.yesasia.com/en/PrdDept.aspx?pid=1003612251&section=videos&code=j)

The cerebral half of Quentin Tarantino's two part revenge epic, the breathtaking Kill Bill Vol. 2 follows "The Bride" (Uma Thurman) on her quest for the blood of the partners who betrayed her. Having checked O-Ren Ishii (Lucy Liu) and Vernita Green (Vivica A. Fox) off her death list, Budd (Michael Madsen) and Elle Driver (Daryl Hannah) are next in line before her showdown with the calmly psychotic Bill (a brilliant David Carradine).

While Kill Bill Vol. 1 was a nonstop chop-socky extravaganza, Tarantino injects wide open spaces and other western influences into Vol. 2 to create a cocktail that is just as much Serge Leone as it is Shaw Brothers. Which is not to say that there isn't plenty of violence for those who crave it. If anything, it's even more extreme in this installment, thanks to the simmering psychological dynamics that slowly emerge. And perhaps the most welcome part of this film is Tarantino's trademark dialogue. While fans of "Reservoir Dogs" and "Pulp Fiction" may have been let down by the lack of loopy exchanges in Vol. 1, Vol. 2 dishes them up in spades, ensuring Kill Bill's place in the rapidly growing list of Tarantino film masterpieces.

In addition to the feature film, this extremely limited Japan-only Premium Box includes a reversible jacket featuring two characters from the movie (first pressing only), making-of featurette, unreleased scenes, footage from the premier party, trailers, a cool Kung Fu t-shirt, Pai Mei keyholder, "Love Bride" Be@rbrick, 24 page all-color booklet, and special memorial cards (complete set of 10).

Here's pics of the set:

http://www.andyworth.co.uk/~harsin/Forum%20Stuff/killbilltshirt.jpg

http://www.andyworth.co.uk/~harsin/Forum%20Stuff/killbillkeyring.jpg

http://www.andyworth.co.uk/~harsin/Forum%20Stuff/killbillbear.jpg

http://www.andyworth.co.uk/~harsin/Forum%20Stuff/killbillcards.jpg

[charlie angel]

I've ordered one - can always cancel if it shows up cheaper elsewhere; but knowing Yesasia, it's likely to go up :/

[Psycho]

YesAsia have just sent me a coupon towards the Kill Bill 2 Boxset as I bought the first one from them, it works out about £50 with the coupon. Don't know whether to go for it or not. :geek:

Cheers mate! :thumbs:

I've just ordered two. One for me and one for my girlfriend. We've both got the first set as well... we're ----> :dork:

Psycho :nuts:

PS. You're images didn't work! :(

[Harsin]

PS. You're images didn't work! :(

I know, working on it now. :(

Hope you used the Forum Affiliate Link. :)

[bibmcfeck]

I just discovered the Kil Bill Vol 2 set on Yesasia after checking the Once Upon a Time In China set.

Amazon.co.jp don't list it yet. I ordered the first box from them for about £36. HMV.co.jp have it and I've just put in my order. Worked out at £48.

A bit steeper than the first box but cheaper than Yesasia :thumbs:

[Psycho]

I know, working on it now. :(

Hope you used the Forum Affiliate Link. :)

I used the banner at the top of the page! I take it that one is okay? I didn't see your link until after I ordered.

Psycho :nuts:

PS. That be@rbrick looks quite cool! :dork:

[Splinter]

Not positive that I will go for this one - but the boxart is damn funky. gotta say I love the bearbrick in the coffin :clap:

[Psycho]

I just discovered the Kil Bill Vol 2 set on Yesasia after checking the Once Upon a Time In China set.

Amazon.co.jp don't list it yet. I ordered the first box from them for about £36. HMV.co.jp have it and I've just put in my order. Worked out at £48.

A bit steeper than the first box but cheaper than Yesasia :thumbs:

You could get stung with a customs charge though! :(

Psycho :nuts:

[bibmcfeck]

The fact that the box art shows one of my all time favourite shots in any movie just made me jump at it all the quicker :bow:

[bibmcfeck]

You could get stung with a customs charge though! :(

Psycho :nuts:

I did with the first box but I'll take my chances
;)

[Doll]

cdjapan have it up for $88 but I don't know what they are like for delivery and customs as I haven't used them before.

[Harsin]

Pics working now. :thumbs:

[bibmcfeck]

Damn my weak will I've caved in and ordered. :help:

Forums Affiliate Link - Kill Bill 2: Premium Boxset (http://global.yesasia.com/assocred.asp?LU83C65N+http://global.yesasia.com/en/PrdDept.aspx?pid=1003612251&section=videos&code=j)



Here's pics of the set:

http://www.andyworth.co.uk/~harsin/Forum%20Stuff/killbilltshirt.jpg

http://www.andyworth.co.uk/~harsin/Forum%20Stuff/killbillkeyring.jpg

http://www.andyworth.co.uk/~harsin/Forum%20Stuff/killbillbear.jpg

http://www.andyworth.co.uk/~harsin/Forum%20Stuff/killbillcards.jpg


:luv: :luv: :luv:

[Goblin]

what on earth is that thing in a coffin?

can't believe Kill Bill gets all this special treatment!

[Doll]

How much is shipping at HMV ? Also is there an English option on the site ?
Cheers.

[bibmcfeck]

How much is shipping at HMV ? Also is there an English option on the site ?
Cheers.

The £48 includes the shipping.

I couldn't find the english option but doing a Google search for HMV.co.jp came up with the front page translated into English.

I just went from there
:)

[Psycho]

So is this Jap version any different from the English version? What was the vanilla version that was mentioned a few weeks back?

Psycho :nuts:

[Doll]

So with customs then it might work out around the same as from yesasia.

[bibmcfeck]

So with customs then it might work out around the same as from yesasia.

At the moment yeah.

Didn't HMV do the slip jackets with the Vol 1 box?

Might they do a free gift type thing with Vol 2?

Hope so
:)

[megatron]

Do hmv japan take your money on order or when it's been posted?

[Doll]

Yeah the slip jackets were an hmv exclusive I think, but I picked one up dirt cheap off ebay.

[bibmcfeck]

Yeah the slip jackets were an hmv exclusive I think, but I picked one up dirt cheap off ebay.

Define "dirt cheap"?

£20+ was the usual when I looked on E-bay. Decided to do without at that kind of price
:oh-hum:

[Splinter]

Yeah the slip jackets were an hmv exclusive I think, but I picked one up dirt cheap off ebay.

I don't think it was an HMV exclusive at the end of the day, since *********,Yesasia and a couple of the expensive UK import shops got them.

[Ono]

LMAO - ordered*




*before it the price shoots up again :D

[Splinter]

Was wondering what the reversible jackets were and just noticed the pictures of them on Yesasia. Check out the single disc release for the pics - nothing that exciting but still....I can't decide which one I'd display. Probably plump Pai Mei :D

[Harsin]

About three weeks after getting the first boxset YesAsia sent me the tracksuit DVD sleeve seperately. Can't fault them for customer service.

Remember to check your e-mails if you bought the first set off them as you should be sent a $10 discount off thsi one.

[jroadley]

Coupon received and redeemed :thumbs: - roll on October! :lol:

[Twistingginger]

Wow, another Japanese DVD for the collection! Are there any differences to the movie in the Japanese version?

Are they Kill Bill Trumps?

[corbas]

Coupon received and redeemed :thumbs: - roll on October! :lol:


Same here.

Cheers

P.S.

Bottom left corner of the HMV.co.jp lets you select English ;)

[arkham]

do yesasia charge on order or shipping?

[corbas]

do yesasia charge on order or shipping?


Shipping.

I had to use a different credit card because my one times out before the shipping date.

[arkham]

brilliant, ordering KB now

[AV-wizard]

Decided to order with yesasia. At least with them you know exactly how much your going to pay as shipping is free and there won't be any nasty customs charges to follow.

[bibmcfeck]

Just ordered one from Yesasia as well as the one from HMV.

If it's anything like the scamble for the first box as it nears release then there'll probably be a load of folk willing to pay over and above for one :n0rty:

[magneticman]

can anyone tell me if you get all 4 reversible covers or just one?

and is anyone going to get the special editions? even after they have the 2 originals? or just the proper/combined edition?

[Goblin]

KILL BILL DOUBLE SET (http://global.yesasia.com/en/PrdDept.aspx/pid-1003612248/pname-Kill-Bill-Vol-%--Twin-Pack/section-videos/code-j/version-all/did-160/he)

at least now you don't have to spend way over the odds on half a movie but I still wouldn't touch it at half this price! ;)

[Herbal]

I'm gonna wait as havent got the $10 discount, and ordered mine from Amazon, one got hit one did'nt so wasnt too bad.

[megatron]

I'm gonna wait as havent got the $10 discount, and ordered mine from Amazon, one got hit one did'nt so wasnt too bad.

How come one got hit and the other didn't? Did you send them to different addresses?

[Herbal]

Yeah one to my PO BOX and one to my home address, the PO BOX was fine, and the home one arrived 3 weeks later and got caught.

Werid as both were sent the same day in japan

[Jimi_Hendrix2001]

ordered - good job i checked this thread! :D

[MarcusUK]

Another order from yesasia using the coupon!

[Tim Fleming]

As I posted on DVDTalk, the Japanese online store prices on Premium Box Set are:

Amazon Japan (http://www.amazon.co.jp/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0002LHWGM) - 6,080 yen (it looks as though Amazon may now remove the tax from foreign orders as this shows at 6,384 yen on the item's page, but 6,080 in my order - so, this is a done deal)

HMV - 7,182 yen

CDJapan - 9,500 yen (this is a strange pricing as the actual pre-discount retail on this at the other two stores is 7,980 yen).

[bruce-leroy]

HMV.co.jp have it and I've just put in my order. Worked out at £48.



Just hope you don't doubly butt screwed by customs and fedex to the tune of approx. £18. Like I did for the KB vol. 1 set I ordered from hmvjp. :| Actually it might be a couple of quid less than £18, as vol 1 set worked out a bit more expensive than the vol. 2 one. :D

[Jedi_MasterDave]

Ordered! :D :nuts:

I got my KB Vol 1 Box from Amazon.jp and I never got stung on customs, so I have ordered again from there.

Even if I get stung, it still works out cheaper than yesasia and HMV.jp (I obviously don't have the coupon for yesasia)

I got in early this time....

I got lucky with Vol 1, it was only after amazon put the box back up after it being 'sold out' that I got one.

Many thanks to original poster for the info... :)

Dave.

[Herbal]

Ordered 2 from Japan

[dunkrag]

Ordered!! Looking forward to this.

[Herbal]

For those aswell there's a $5 voucher for first time customers only in the bargain forum

Kill Bill vol.2

Standard shipping - £34.64
Fast Shipping - £44.64

For £10 i'm choosing slower.

Yes all from Amazon.jp

[f_drew]

I presume you mean from Amazon.co.jp Herbal ?

It states on Yesasia that this si extremely limited, but I can't find the figure it's limited to anywhere (the first volume being 30k). Anyone any wiser ? :?:

[Harsin]

Said 30000 on the e-mail I had from Yesasia.

[raymondlin]

anyone got the link to the amazon.jp kill bill vol 1 set?

[charlie angel]

It's here (http://www.amazon.co.jp/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0001L269G/qid=1089721226/sr=1-3/ref=sr_1_10_3/250-3121301-1322623) but they're sold out :(

[megatron]

just type kill bill ray in the amazon search engine.

[raymondlin]

sorry i mean vol 2.

[charlie angel]

Volume 2 at Amazon (http://www.amazon.co.jp/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0002LHWGM/ref=ts_dh_1_1/250-3121301-1322623)

[Gethinnadin]

do amazon Japan charge your card when the item ships, or when you place the order?

[Cinemasia.net]

do amazon Japan charge your card when the item ships, or when you place the order?

When it ships. :)

(I don't know why some retailers charge when it hasn't shipped.)

[bibmcfeck]

As I posted on DVDTalk, the Japanese online store prices on Premium Box Set are:

Amazon Japan (http://www.amazon.co.jp/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0002LHWGM) - 6,080 yen (it looks as though Amazon may now remove the tax from foreign orders as this shows at 6,384 yen on the item's page, but 6,080 in my order - so, this is a done deal)

HMV - 7,182 yen

CDJapan - 9,500 yen (this is a strange pricing as the actual pre-discount retail on this at the other two stores is 7,980 yen).

Just ordered one from Amazon.co.jp too
:D

I couldn't find it there yesterday. I'll see what happens nearer the time and may cancel the HMV one if there aren't any freebies with it, or if I will in fact get screwed by customs and Fedex ;)

[Alanok]

Whats the best shipping mathod for Amazon.jp?

[Tob]

Whats the best shipping mathod for Amazon.jp?

I went with the cheapy one, worked fine for my Vol 1 box (although it took a while).

[Alanok]

Cheers mate for the reply but went with the quicker shipping, can't be bothered to wait a month for it.

[Harsin]

Cheers mate for the reply but went with the quicker shipping, can't be bothered to wait a month for it.

Be prepared for a hefty beating from customs then.

[bibmcfeck]

Cheers mate for the reply but went with the quicker shipping, can't be bothered to wait a month for it.

It wan't as long as a month. More like 10 days for mine.

[Alanok]

Be prepared for a hefty beating from customs then.

Will with the customs charge and probaby the courier charge still be relatively cheap than compared to say *********, Disc Emporium etc and Ebay. Thats if it does get caught at all (fingers crossed).

[Mayhem]

CDJapan - 9,500 yen (this is a strange pricing as the actual pre-discount retail on this at the other two stores is 7,980 yen).

Not sure where this came from as the price I pre-ordered mine for (and the price currently as listed) is 7600 yen.

[mikezero]

Thanks for the heads up on this.

One KB Vol 2 box set ordered from Amazon.co.jp

[megatron]

Does anyone know if cdjapan are customs free?

[Art Vanderlay]

Ordered from Amazon.co.jp

Not sure I really needed it, but I just had to have it to go with my Vol 1 box :thumbs:

Love the fact that the Bearbrick comes in a coffin :)

[charlie angel]

Does anyone know if cdjapan are customs free?

Hit & miss I think - I believe Mayhem who's posted above got his first volume box through untouched, but I'm pretty sure loads of other people here have been stung ordering from them.

[Tim Fleming]

It looks like Amazon Japan have now upped their price on the Premium Box Set as it is now listed with a price of 7,980 yen (so far, my purchase price of 6,080 yen still stands and hopefully they won't try to change it).

And Mayhem, the CDJapan price I was quoting was what they did have on their site at the time. I noticed a post about half way down this page (http://www.dvdtalk.com/forum/showthread.php?s=&threadid=374318&perpage=25&pagenumber=2) on a DVDTalk discussion, stating that CDJapan had had the wrong information and that they had adjusted their pricing accordingly (see post by pat00139).

[jvanderh]

Don't know if I can post this here or if it should be posted in the Suppliers thread...sorry if I'm wrong.

I managed to order an Alien Head from Amazon Japan this week (they seemed to have obtained some more copies). I selected the cheapest shipping option hoping they would upgrade to DHL or another courier.

In my account I can see the item is shipped, but there's no indication if they upgraded. Just received the e-mail, but it seems to be all garbled (not even Japanese symbols as far as I can see). Is there a way for me to check if they upgraded the shipping and maybe see a tracking number somewhere? Is a standard way of things that Amazon automatically upgrades these kind of orders?

Thanks,
Joris

[bozman]

Don't know if I can post this here or if it should be posted in the Suppliers thread...sorry if I'm wrong.

I managed to order an Alien Head from Amazon Japan this week (they seemed to have obtained some more copies). I selected the cheapest shipping option hoping they would upgrade to DHL or another courier.

In my account I can see the item is shipped, but there's no indication if they upgraded. Just received the e-mail, but it seems to be all garbled (not even Japanese symbols as far as I can see). Is there a way for me to check if they upgraded the shipping and maybe see a tracking number somewhere? Is a standard way of things that Amazon automatically upgrades these kind of orders?

Thanks,
Joris

Clcik on my account and look at you recent orders. In the yellowish Brown title header at the top, it'll say similar this:

Shipped on 2004/05/28

Delivery estimate: 06/18 - 06/25

Shipped by DHL *TRACK YOUR PACKAGE button here* with tracking number 12345678

Shouldn't be too hard to miss.

[jvanderh]

Clcik on my account and look at you recent orders. In the yellowish Brown title header at the top, it'll say similar this:

Shipped on 2004/05/28

Delivery estimate: 06/18 - 06/25

Shipped by DHL *TRACK YOUR PACKAGE button here* with tracking number 12345678

Shouldn't be too hard to miss.

I thought so too, but I just see Shipped On and nothing after that. I've got Japanese language pack installed and stuff. Maybe they update the shipping info later or something. I'll keep an eye on it.

One thing I could see in the e-mail was something DHL Express, so I guess it will be upgraded.

[charlie angel]

Given the size & weight of the Alien Head I'd be amazed if they didn't upgrade the shipping. Stranger things have happened though I guess.

[Mayhem]

Hit & miss I think - I believe Mayhem who's posted above got his first volume box through untouched, but I'm pretty sure loads of other people here have been stung ordering from them.

Nothing I've ever ordered from CDJapan has been hit by Customs, so I must be on the roll with them. Or Customs can't read the declaration values properly :D

[jvanderh]

Given the size & weight of the Alien Head I'd be amazed if they didn't upgrade the shipping. Stranger things have happened though I guess.

You were right charlie angel! My home computer was able to handle the mail a little better. I translated and found out shipping was upgraded and the mail also contained the tracking number. Happy trooper here :).

[Njål]

You can set up your Amazon.co.jp account to show order details, including all shipping information, in English.
When you press the Account button top right, on the next page the very first button on the left allows you to see ordering/account details in English, and a bit further down there's a button 'Set your ordering language preference'.
Emails will still be in Japanese (but you can ask at english@amazon.co.jp if you need information).

[Herbal]

Just to let you know the boxset is the same price, but the tax will be taken off at the end

[Chibouk]

It looks like Amazon Japan have now upped their price on the Premium Box Set as it is now listed with a price of 7,980 yen (so far, my purchase price of 6,080 yen still stands and hopefully they won't try to change it).

It's still showing at ￥6,384 for me, which will bring it down to ￥6,080 at the checkout.

[graham.myers]

as far as I can tell the premium kb2 is now out of stock at amazon :(

[JK]

Kill Bill2 boxset is on cd-wow now for £50 with a free Kill Bill 1 Uncut for the 1st 500 orders.

Does anyone know how long HMV Japan take to deliver?

I manage to order an Alien head off there yesterday (must've been the very last 1 as they've gone now) and it was dispatched via fedex today

[bibmcfeck]

Kill Bill2 boxset is on cd-wow now for £50 with a free Kill Bill 1 Uncut for the 1st 500 orders.

You'll get whipped by customs from CD-WOW too though
:brickwall

[graham.myers]

my "head" was despatched saturday and arrvied the following tuesday.

the customs invoice arrived two weeks later :(

[Tob]

Korean DVDs are doing some good offers if you don't have the Indy boxset

http://www.koreandvds.com/search_result.html?msearch=titleorg&stitle=49er

You could get the Indy boxset (with medallion!!11) + a variety of stuff (e.g. 3 disc Hero, 4-disc Dances with Wolves, 3-Disc Black Hawk Down etc.), for $49 US and according to the site there is no customs. Seems like a good deal to me.

Couldn't find an affliate link though :(

[Psycho]

Has anyone got their 'Big Fish' and 'The Name of The Rose' limited editons from Korean DVDs yet? I had a dispatched e-mail but nothing as of this morning! :(

Psycho :nuts:

[jroadley]

Has anyone got their 'Big Fish' and 'The Name of The Rose' limited editons from Korean DVDs yet? I had a dispatched e-mail but nothing as of this morning! :(

Psycho :nuts:

Nope, still waiting :thinking:

[Manuel Tur]

I didn't get my shipping notice for Big Fish until today - the release was put back a few days I think. Still waiting on Name of the Rose too.

I did get the Silmido LE set a couple of days ago though (for which I had the shipping notice the day before NOTR. Hmmm...) and a very big and beautiful set it is. Watched the film last night and whilst it initially seems full of patriotic single-sighted macho-ism it pulls a full about-face into treachery and betrayal and has a Hell of an emotional punch in the end.

Excellent film, and a gorgeous set to go with it - highly recommended.

[bibmcfeck]

Has anyone got their 'Big Fish' and 'The Name of The Rose' limited editons from Korean DVDs yet? I had a dispatched e-mail but nothing as of this morning! :(

Psycho :nuts:

My Name of the Rose was dispatched on 16/7/04. Nothing yet
:cry:

[jmcr100]

I got my Name of the Rose through yesterday and I'm well happy with it!!! Now just waiting on the Big Fish Special Edition to arrive!!

[Psycho]

I got my Name of the Rose through yesterday and I'm well happy with it!!! Now just waiting on the Big Fish Special Edition to arrive!!

Top one! :thumbs: Fingers crossed mine will come tomorrow!

Any chance of some better pictures of it? Is it made of leather?

Psycho :nuts:

[Cinemasia.net]

Is it made of leather?


No, it is not made of leather, just cardboard.

[Psycho]

No, it is not made of leather, just cardboard.

Oh well. It look a lot like the Korean 'Dances with Wolves' leather case. So is it just a slip case and does it have the bit of string which goes around the case?

Psycho :nuts:

[Cinemasia.net]

It does look better compared to the R1 version with Sean Connery's head taking up the cover.

[JK]

Korean DVDs are doing some good offers if you don't have the Indy boxset

http://www.koreandvds.com/search_result.html?msearch=titleorg&stitle=49er

You could get the Indy boxset (with medallion!!11) + a variety of stuff (e.g. 3 disc Hero, 4-disc Dances with Wolves, 3-Disc Black Hawk Down etc.), for $49 US and according to the site there is no customs. Seems like a good deal to me.

Couldn't find an affliate link though :(

I went for the Indy set & Hero Ultimate edit.

got an email from them today though saying Hero is now OOP and they cannot supply it so have refunded me:(

I've ended up getting the indy set for $25 +p&p - not bad!!

[Goblin]

recieved Big Fish and Name of the Rose today.

I'm sure the packaging on Big Fish is back to front.

[AV-wizard]

Has anyone any ordered the Japanese Gremlins box set with the figure. Looks kinda cool!

Here's the link - http://www.amazon.co.jp/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00006LY1Y/qid=1091010594/sr=1-1/ref=sr_1_10_1/250-0657407-3415408

[Psycho]

Has anyone any ordered the Japanese Gremlins box set with the figure. Looks kinda cool!

Here's the link - http://www.amazon.co.jp/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00006LY1Y/qid=1091010594/sr=1-1/ref=sr_1_10_1/250-0657407-3415408

I love Gremilins! I wouldn't mind getting this set but I'm not sure of the specs of the discs. Anyone know them?

Thanks,

Psycho :nuts:

[AV-wizard]

I love Gremilins! I wouldn't mind getting this set but I'm not sure of the specs of the discs. Anyone know them?

Thanks,

Psycho :nuts:

Just had an email back from ********* who are also stocking the set. Both Films are single disc. Gremlins is the special edition, whilst Gremlins 2 is the standard edition. The figure has removable spikes on it's back and display stand. It measures just over 9cm (3.5 inches) Not much bigger than a bearbrick! I just wonder if they've got the size right it looks a little bigger on the photo. :shrug:

Here's a link for ********* which has more disc information listed for those who are interested - http://www.*********.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=21784

[jroadley]

recieved Big Fish and Name of the Rose today.

I'm sure the packaging on Big Fish is back to front.

Received them both today, along with the limited edition Ghosts Of The Abyss DVD. And you are indeed correct, the Big Fish packaging is back to front. I don't really mind as the book that comes with it is lovely.

Now, time to find a decent deal on that Gremlins set
:thumbs:

[Gethinnadin]

Received my 'Big Fish' set today too. A great little set, but I'm not sure what everyone means when they say the packaging is back to front?!?

Although some bloody Korean stuck my film cell on the wrong way, so that you cant see through it and on the back there's a square hole backed with card!!! I've just spend the last half hour carefully tearing it apart and glueing it the right way up!

Love Burton's sketches though - they remind me of the Nightmare Before Christmas!

[Goblin]

the artwork on the box appears to be wrong, the front is on the back and the back is on the front.

Don't know if anyone is interested but theres an Aladdin Boxset that comes with the free lamp (genie not included) ;) http://babelfish.altavista.com/babelfish/trurl_pagecontent?lp=ja_en&url=http%3a%2f%2fwww.amazon.co.jp%2fexec%2fobidos%2fASIN%2fB0002GT792%2fqid%3d%2fbr%3d1-5%2fref%3dbr_lf_d_5%2f250-1918484-9397013

[charlie angel]

Has anyone gone for this (http://www.xploitedcinema.com/dvds/dvds.asp?title=2878) Japanese Dario Argento box set? Care to comment on the quality? I don't know if it's new or not, but it looks lush anyway.

[AV-wizard]

Another box set with a Creeper action figure included.

Here's a link - http://www.*********.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=21813

[Psycho]

Just had an email back from ********* who are also stocking the set. Both Films are single disc. Gremlins is the special edition, whilst Gremlins 2 is the standard edition. The figure has removable spikes on it's back and display stand. It measures just over 9cm (3.5 inches) Not much bigger than a bearbrick! I just wonder if they've got the size right it looks a little bigger on the photo. :shrug:

Here's a link for ********* which has more disc information listed for those who are interested - http://www.*********.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=21784

Are you sure that Gremlins 2 is the standard edition? I checked Rewind to see what the best version was of Gremlins 1 & 2 and they seem to have the same extras as this set.

FROM REWIND:

Gremlins:
Audio commentary with director Joe Dante, producer Mike Finnell, and Gremlins creator/special make-up effects artist Chris Walas
Audio commentary with director Joe Dante, and actors Zach Galligan, Phoebe Cates, Dick Miller and Howie Mandel
8 deleted scenes (with optional audio commentary by the director, producer and actors)
"Behind the scenes" -featurette (from 1983, 6:22 min)
Still gallery
"Behind the scenes" production notes
Cast and crew filmographies and biographies
Theatrical trailer

Gremlins 2:
Audio commentary with director Joe Dante, producer Mike Finnell, screenwriter Charlie Haas and actor Zach Galligan
Theatrical trailer
Gag reel (5:56 min)
"Behind the screams" -featurette (5:48 min)
25 deleted scenes (with optional commentary by director Joe Dante, producer Mike Finnell, screenwriter Charlie Haas and actor Zach Galligan)

The only bits that ********* don't list are the audio commentaries.

I was thinking about getting Gremlins the other week and if this set has the best discs, then I'll probaly get it.

Psycho :nuts:

[AV-wizard]

Are you sure that Gremlins 2 is the standard edition? I checked Rewind to see what the best version was of Gremlins 1 & 2 and they seem to have the same extras as this set.

FROM REWIND:

Gremlins:
Audio commentary with director Joe Dante, producer Mike Finnell, and Gremlins creator/special make-up effects artist Chris Walas
Audio commentary with director Joe Dante, and actors Zach Galligan, Phoebe Cates, Dick Miller and Howie Mandel
8 deleted scenes (with optional audio commentary by the director, producer and actors)
"Behind the scenes" -featurette (from 1983, 6:22 min)
Still gallery
"Behind the scenes" production notes
Cast and crew filmographies and biographies
Theatrical trailer

Gremlins 2:
Audio commentary with director Joe Dante, producer Mike Finnell, screenwriter Charlie Haas and actor Zach Galligan
Theatrical trailer
Gag reel (5:56 min)
"Behind the screams" -featurette (5:48 min)
25 deleted scenes (with optional commentary by director Joe Dante, producer Mike Finnell, screenwriter Charlie Haas and actor Zach Galligan)

The only bits that ********* don't list are the audio commentaries.

I was thinking about getting Gremlins the other week and if this set has the best discs, then I'll probaly get it.

Psycho :nuts:

Psycho
According to an email from Lisa At ********* she stated that Gremlins 2 is the Japanese standard edition. It's always possible that they've got it wrong!

:suspect:

[Baz]

Kill Bill 1
Kill Bill 2
Gremlins
The name of the Rose
Dances with wolves
Big Fish
Jeepers Creepers

???

Can we not have this back in the modern DVD forum? There are hardly any world cinema titles being discussed here. I dont view this forum but do view this thread thats all.

[Ono]

I actually agree with you there Baz. Most people are only interested in Japanese or Korean special editions of Western films on this thread.

[AV-wizard]

I actually agree with you there Baz. Most people are only interested in Japanese or Korean special editions of Western films on this thread.

The forum is entitled (Jap) & R3 Limited Editions so it only seems correct that all titles fitting that critera can be discussed here. There's always going to be a mixed bag of titles talked about on this thread and hopefully some thing for everyone.

[Baz]

The forum is entitled (Jap) & R3 Limited Editions so it only seems correct that all titles fitting that critera can be discussed here. There's always going to be a mixed bag of titles talked about on this thread and hopefully some thing for everyone.

If the forum was called international dvd forum then yes this thread would belong there but as its called world cinema it doesn't. Over the many pages I don't think even 5% of the posts would relate to world cinema.

I really don't understand your point to be honest.

Can we have a vote or does no one else mind?

[bibmcfeck]

It was originally in the modern forum. I don't really see why it was moved.

But as I usually access it from my subscribed threads I hadn't even noticed that the thread had been moved to world cinema.

I'd say it should be in the modern forum where it was started. To be honest though in the grand scheme of things, who gives a damn?

[Big A]

It is a difficult one bacause these are 'world/ foreign' dvds but, on the most part they concern western movies.

Having said that this thread always seems to be at the top of the world cinema forum so i suspect if it was moved this forum would lose its appeal somewhat.

Personally i've subscribed to this thread so the change hasn't been as noticeable.

[MarcusUK]

Well I started this thread so I might aswell stick my 2p's worth in :D
I personally don't mind where the thread is, it's mostly a regualr bunch of people who post in here anyway.
Besides if we're hidden away means more chance for us to snap up those LE's ;)

[Psycho]

Besides if we're hidden away means more chance for us to snap up those LE's ;)

I just lost this e-mail, so it probely wont read as well! :brickwall

I don't mind where this is. I'm thankful to MarcusUK for starting this one and making sure that my bank balance stays in the minus figures! :thumbs:

I don't realy cear where it is as I get notifications when a new post is added. I'm still not sure if I should ge the Gremilns DVD sEt.

I'm also quite drunk. So sorry for the speeling! :p But I've got so many good DVD's out of this thread!

Psycho :nuts:

[Soprano]

Perhaps a brand new thread can be created much like they do with dvdsoon??

[f_drew]

Another limited editions caught my attention at koreandvds :
Arahan (http://www.koreandvds.com/dvddetail.html?id=19782) - looks like nice packaging, never heard of the film though.

This (Face) (http://www.koreandvds.com/dvddetail.html?id=19734) looks interesting. Again, never heard of it though.

[AV-wizard]

Just got my Gremlins Japanese Limited Edition set through and it's been squashed in the post! :cry:

I'm just trying to sort out a replacement set, but It's now offically out of print. :( ********* have put thier price up to £69.99 :eek:

[Psycho]

Just got my Gremlins Japanese Limited Edition set through and it's been squashed in the post! :cry:

I'm just trying to sort out a replacement set, but It's now offically out of print. :( ********* have put thier price up to £69.99 :eek:

Can you confirm all the extras on both discs and the size of the toy? I just want to know if the extras are the same as the Special Editons. Do they have commentaries?

Cheers! Sorry to hear it got crushed!

Psycho :nuts:

[AV-wizard]

Can you confirm all the extras on both discs and the size of the toy? I just want to know if the extras are the same as the Special Editons. Do they have commentaries?

Cheers! Sorry to hear it got crushed!

Psycho :nuts:

Psycho
The discs are sealed and I don't want to open them because hopefully they're gonna be returned. The back of the discs are all in Japanese so I've no idea what the extras are. There's a couple of pictures of the menus screens on the back and unfortunately they're also in Japanese, so it's very difficult to say. Gremlins does say special edtion on the front. The New Batch appears to be a standard release, however there are a number of extras listed. The figure looks quite cool. Very detailed, but only measures approximately 3.5 inches. There's some removeable spikes and a stand which will add some height making it a little bigger. The box is just over 9 x 5.5 inches and has a plastic bubble atached on the front with the figure inside. The discs can be easily taken out and come in standard Amaray cases. The unfortunate thing is if you want to remove the figure from the box there's no easy way of getting it out other than causing damage to the box! :mad:

Hope this helps!


:)

[Soprano]

Just got my Gremlins Japanese Limited Edition set through and it's been squashed in the post! :cry:

I'm just trying to sort out a replacement set, but It's now offically out of print. :( ********* have put thier price up to £69.99 :eek:

Where did you buy it from? My Black Hawk Down 4 disc set was slightly damaged from yesasia because the packaging was not good enough

[AV-wizard]

Where did you buy it from? My Black Hawk Down 4 disc set was slightly damaged from yesasia because the packaging was not good enough


I bought mine from ********* before the price hike! I should of fired in an order with amazon Japan when I had the chance, but unfortunately they're now out of stock! :oh-hum:

It's a nice box set, but it's one that looks as though it never gonna travel well unless great cares taken with packaging.

[Spero D]

http://www.dvd.co.kr/img01/dvd/warner/wb2410001-1.jpg

How can it be sold out? I just saw it and have to get it.

Spero

[Goblin]

thats a nice looking set, DVDAsia and KoreanDVDs have both sold out though :(

[zorro]

Anyone find the Troy set in stock anywhere????

[Big A]

nope, had a quick look around and emailed a few people but no luck as yet

[megatron]

Does that wooden box look exactly like The Classic one but with the Troy engraving :suspect:

[Cinemasia.net]

Well, one consolation for not being able to own the Troy Limited Edition is that...
Troy Limited Edition has a Catwoman trailer (forced trailer).
:razz:

[Cinemasia.net]

If it's really made of wood, it'd cost a small fortune (in shipping costs) just to import the thing.

[Ono]

Does that wooden box look exactly like The Classic one but with the Troy engraving :suspect:

Exactly.

I'm still going to hunt this one down though :D

[raymondlin]

I want to get Troy purely on the wooden box ! i am a sucker for good packaging :D

[charlie angel]

Looks like I'm alone in thinking that Troy box looks like arse then - you just can't beat a lump of shapeless wood on your shelf...

[Cinemasia.net]

I can't believe all you are falling for this trojan horse gimmick...

[stfa]

I can't believe all you are falling for this trojan horse gimmick...

I agree with you. For $30.00 - $40.00 all you get is the 2-disc DVD, a book, and a wooden box. :lol: Not worth the money.

[bibmcfeck]

I agree with you. For $30.00 - $40.00 all you get is the 2-disc DVD, a book, and a wooden box. :lol: Not worth the money.

Agreed. Looks as dire as the film itself (haven't seen it. Don't intend to
:oh-hum: )

[clerk37]

I agree with you. For $30.00 - $40.00 all you get is the 2-disc DVD, a book, and a wooden box. :lol: Not worth the money.

The only wooden box this film deserves is a coffin!

[charlie angel]

Anyone picked up the Ghostbusters Superbit - was wondering what the quality was like?

[Goblin]

Anyone picked up the Ghostbusters Superbit - was wondering what the quality was like?

wanted that myself, Amazon did have the twin pack superbit for #35 but it's close to #50 now!

[Big A]

For anyone interested Sensasian will have the Troy Limited Edition up on their site some time tonight. Not sure on the price though

If i miss it now because of the mass rush ( ;) ) i won't be pleased :D

[Goblin]

never used them are they a good supplier? also what's the addy? ;)

[Big A]

www.sensasian.com

yep, very good, got my Kill Bill Vol 1 from them, well packaged and quick replies to emails (as they have proved with the troy LE )

[Goblin]

the site seems very slow for me, can't even get it to load.

[Baz]

I managed to bag an order with asiandb last night. Though they are now only promising to sell second hand ones.

[respaul]

Hi,

Does anyone know whether the scrolling text at the beginning of troy will be in english on this limited edition

[Ono]

I managed to bag an order with asiandb last night. Though they are now only promising to sell second hand ones.

Good luck with them!

[tee]

Anyone picked up the Ghostbusters Superbit - was wondering what the quality was like?


I'e got it and was quite impressed to be honest. Nice picture and a fun soundtrack with plenty of rear action! Our review:

Ghostbusters - Japanese Superbit (http://www.dvdtherapy.com/reviews/superbit_ghostbusters.php)

[AV-wizard]

Can you confirm all the extras on both discs and the size of the toy? I just want to know if the extras are the same as the Special Editons. Do they have commentaries?

Cheers! Sorry to hear it got crushed!

Psycho :nuts:

Psycho
Just in case your still interested I can now give the the specs for the Japanese Gremlins limited edtion box set.
Gremlins appears to have a different cover to that of the standard special edition, which is the white cover with Gizmo. This edition features Spike on the front cover. The rear of the case is in Japanese, but the good news is that both discs have English menus!

Here's a list of the bonus material:

Gremlins:

Film makers commentary track
Cast commentary track
Additional scenes with optional commentary
Gallery
Gremlins behind the scenes featurette
Trailer

Gremlins 2 The New Batch:

Film makers commentary track
Additional scenes with optional commentary
Gag reel
Behind the screams featurette
Trailer

Exclusive 'Spike' gremlin figure with removable spikes and display stand!

Both films are presented with English Dolby Digital 5.1 & 2.0 sound tracks.



:)

[Goblin]

Troy Limited Edition is in-stock at sensasian if anyone is interested. Not cheap though its 30 quid inc P&P

[Baz]

Do these guys charge on order or despatch?

[kale]

Do these guys charge on order or despatch?

Charge on shipment

[AV-wizard]

Troy Limited Edition is in-stock at sensasian if anyone is interested. Not cheap though its 30 quid inc P&P


Thanks for that. I've been trying to track this one down for a while. Your right 30 quid is a bit on the steep side, but I've gone ahead and placed an order!



:thumbs:

[charlie angel]

Ok, I'll try here.

Does anyone have the Japanese X-Men Ultimate Edition? Does it differ from the Western 1.5 release at all?

Gracias amigos.

[f_drew]

Does anyone know if there are any plans to sell the Star Wars Trilogy with special packaging or anything ? I've not seen anything but the standard boxset on most asian importer's sites.

[Ono]

What? You mean you haven't heard of the Korean R3 Limited SE in a replica Death Star?

[f_drew]

LOL, you mean that isn't the Japanese set (like the Alien Quadrilogy head) ? ;) :n0rty: :notworthy :lol:

[Ono]

I only :D

[Cinemasia.net]

Ok, I'll try here.

Does anyone have the Japanese X-Men Ultimate Edition? Does it differ from the Western 1.5 release at all?

Gracias amigos.

Yea, X-Men UE is the same as X-Men 1.5 -- Good thing they ditched the silly "1.5" naming strategy.

As we all know, the first one suffers from that problem/flaw with the "deleted scenes" (which aren't anamorphic)...

[charlie angel]

Many thanks for that Cinemasia.net :thumbs:

[Psycho]

Does anyone know if there are any plans to sell the Star Wars Trilogy with special packaging or anything ? I've not seen anything but the standard boxset on most asian importer's sites.

I found this:

http://www.asiandb.com/store/detail.pfm?num=3145

I'm not sure how special it is but it comes with a Star Wars figure. It dosen't say how big the figure is or if it's the whole figure or just the head as shown.

If it's a figure not avaliable in the shops, then I might buy one!

Psycho :nuts:

[ZzyZZy]

Don't know if a figure comes with this set... But it's cheaper...

Star Wars Boxset $39.20 (http://koreandvds.com/dvddetail.html?id=19907)

[graham.myers]

Just watched behind the scenes of Universal Studios Japan on my TiVo and in a section about the ET ride, it said that ET was the 2nd highest grossing film in Japan. Titanic was the first :eek:

so does anybody know of any special special editions of these two films from Japan seeing as they're so popular? I have the ET Gift Set from R1 land - is there anything better?

I know most of you detest Cameron's illegitiimate offspring, but I kida like it :)