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dunkrag
10-02-2002, 00:03
I saw this today in Woolies in Leamington Spa (didn't think it was out till the 18th?!) And they had it in the Buy 2 get 1 free section!!

I was on my way to the checkout when I noticed the back of the box indicated surround sound only, no 5.1. I didn't buy. Can anyone confirm this or is it just a case of Columbia screwing up the packaging again? This is the new special edition version.
john316
10-02-2002, 00:11
Originally posted by dunkrag
I saw this today in Woolies in Leamington Spa (didn't think it was out till the 18th?!) And they had it in the Buy 2 get 1 free section!!

I was on my way to the checkout when I noticed the back of the box indicated surround sound only, no 5.1. I didn't buy. Can anyone confirm this or is it just a case of Columbia screwing up the packaging again? This is the new special edition version.

Are you sure it is the SE?
dunkrag
10-02-2002, 00:31
Totally sure, 100%

Had sticker on front saying 'new edition-with extra footage'. And on back listed the directors commentary, making of doco, trailer etc.

This is why I am confused. :confused:
Sonicmint
10-02-2002, 01:37
I've got it on pre-order from Play and they also say the 18th.
Mystery!

What I can't get over is the fact that they stick a commentry and making-of doco on and then call it a CE/SE.

I know they do it so you don't mix the two versions up but is the old version being discontinued or something?
Henry
10-02-2002, 01:46
Originally posted by dunkrag
I was on my way to the checkout when I noticed the back of the box indicated surround sound only, no 5.1. I didn't buy. Can anyone confirm this or is it just a case of Columbia screwing up the packaging again? This is the new special edition version.

If it's the same as the R4 SE (and I guess it is) then there is no 5.1 track. Go for the R1 instead - it's worth it.
Jimmyboy
10-02-2002, 02:44
Play have it listed as 5.1.

Guess we will have to wait and see.
john316
10-02-2002, 14:24
Hopefully the R2 Project will be reviewing it soon
john316
11-02-2002, 14:11
Any more info yet?
tee
11-02-2002, 18:45
I'm also keen to find out which version is the one to get.
r.griffiths
11-02-2002, 19:16
Cant find any info on the UK release yet but heres some from around the world


<img src="http://a333.g.akamai.net/f/333/2572/1h/www.cinestore.com/photo/zoom1/11932.jpg">

<img src="http://www1.ozdvdwhs.com.au/productslicks/2867c.jpg">

<img src="http://www.dvdoo.com/dvdoo/images/movies/350pix/backs/ennydagtruer2dk_b.jpg">


France, Austrailia, Denmark all Dolby Pro logic.

And just for the record, the american version

<img src="http://images.dvdempire.com/gen/movies/43161bh.jpg">

but it does not have DTS

ALL THE EUROPEAN VERSION's HAVE THE SAME LANGUAGES. Will the UK get an ENGLISH only version, therefore maybe the 5.1 track.
dunkrag
11-02-2002, 20:04
ooohh, the suspense. Wish I'd just bought the copy in Woolies now. At least I could have taken it back if it is only surround and we would all know for sure.
utero
11-02-2002, 20:11
let's be honest though the lack of a 5.1 soundtrack on a film like this isn't really that big a deal is it

let's be honest though the lack of a 5.1 soundtrack on a film like this isn't really that big a deal is it

:D :D
john316
11-02-2002, 23:41
Originally posted by utero
let's be honest though the lack of a 5.1 soundtrack on a film like this isn't really that big a deal is it

let's be honest though the lack of a 5.1 soundtrack on a film like this isn't really that big a deal is it

:D :D

So is that a good enough excuse for Columbia Tristar to shaft the R2 public then?
Davester
12-02-2002, 00:28
Originally posted by john316


So is that a good enough excuse for Columbia Tristar to shaft the R2 public then?
That'd make a change.
Rollo Tomassi
12-02-2002, 08:30
Columbia Tristar are one of the better R2 suppliers, in my experience.
john316
12-02-2002, 11:52
Originally posted by Rollo Tomassi
Columbia Tristar are one of the better R2 suppliers, in my experience.

I share that thought but if they release this title in DPL when they just re-released it in the States with a DD 5.1, then I would be disappointed
rev81
12-02-2002, 12:00
Originally posted by utero
let's be honest though the lack of a 5.1 soundtrack on a film like this isn't really that big a deal is it


:D :D

As someone who has the original R2 Pro-logic version AND the new US 5.1 version, I disagree. The new 5.1 mix is superb and really brings some of the scenes to life. That, combined with a new documentary and commentary makes it definitely worth another purchase!