Films/DVD Asylum

• I still go to the movies with eye to see what's worth getting on DVD later on. - oscar 14:57:21 07/25/06 (0)
  In Reply to: "Moviegoers who choose no longer to go to the movies but opt instead for takeout." posted by clarkjohnsen on July 24, 2006 at 14:42:14:

  I still enjoy the popcorn/large screen aspect as well.

  OTOH, Blu-Ray/HD DVD is starting to really get my interest. DVD is already quite good on my big screen at home and watching broadcast 720p/1080i HD from "True HD" sources starts to really put the hurt on the conventional theater experience. And I've not yet seen a good 1080p demo.

  My interest in DVD collection is starting to wane because of the possibility of replacing DVDs with the next generation digital video storage media.
  
  

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• Not to mention... - DWPC 13:55:29 07/25/06 (0)
  In Reply to: "Moviegoers who choose no longer to go to the movies but opt instead for takeout." posted by clarkjohnsen on July 24, 2006 at 14:42:14:

  The huge difference in cost, the amazing convenience of Netflix, the intolerable sound levels at the cineplex, and the growing commonness of high quality large screen TVs.

  
  
  

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• Not exactly sure what we are supposed to agree with. nt - Analog Scott 16:48:12 07/24/06 (6)
  In Reply to: "Moviegoers who choose no longer to go to the movies but opt instead for takeout." posted by clarkjohnsen on July 24, 2006 at 14:42:14:

  nt
  
  

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  • *Clearly*, that watching DVDs is preferred to going out to the movies. - clarkjohnsen 07:57:17 07/25/06 (4)
    In Reply to: Not exactly sure what we are supposed to agree with. nt posted by Analog Scott on July 24, 2006 at 16:48:12:

    Most people here have reiterated that view again and again. I remain in the small minority who enjoys the theatre experience.

    clark
    
    

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    • Thank you for clarifying - Analog Scott 08:19:05 07/25/06 (3)
      In Reply to: *Clearly*, that watching DVDs is preferred to going out to the movies. posted by clarkjohnsen on July 25, 2006 at 07:57:17:

      I am also in that particular minority. As an Angelino I can't see why any movie lover would rather stay at home and watch crappy DVDs. I understand that not every region is a s rich as Los Angeles when it comes to the big screen experience.
      
      

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      • "I am also in that particular minority." - As was Philip K. Dick when Spielberg got hold of his story, but ... - Audiophilander 12:59:16 07/25/06 (2)
        In Reply to: Thank you for clarifying posted by Analog Scott on July 25, 2006 at 08:19:05:

        ...your point about LA offering more choices in screening venues and variety of film fare is certainly worth noting. I suspect that most folks still like to go out to the movies ocassionally in spite of the increased number of annoyances (in addition to the aforemention babies, cell phones and gum on the floor & seats, there's the agonizing spate of "pre-show 'entertainment'" crapola that gets more offensive by the day). But DVDs allow film lovers to become film collectors, to build a library of favorite films when opportunities for viewing a wider array of films that exist in other parts of the country are fewer in one's area.

        > > > "I can't see why any movie lover would rather stay at home and watch crappy DVDs." < < <

        Because there are a lot of great movies available on DVD (and NOT all DVDs are "crappy") that aren't readily available for view at your local Bijou; especially for those of us who are into classic films, extended versions or Director's cuts. BTW, my wife and I still go to the cinema frequently, but I often find myself more interested in when a movie I really LIKE is coming out on DVD (see my system profile and you'll see why).

        AuPh
        
        

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        • Re: "I am also in that particular minority." - As was Philip K. Dick when Spielberg got hold of his story, but ... - AudioHead 10:24:11 07/29/06 (0)
          In Reply to: "I am also in that particular minority." - As was Philip K. Dick when Spielberg got hold of his story, but ... posted by Audiophilander on July 25, 2006 at 12:59:16:

          You forgot to mention sticky dried soft drinks,sticky charms, smashed milk duds.chocolate raisins and popcorn on the floor,not to mention an array of empty wrappers, boxes, cups, etc. Also probably other icky stuff in the porn
          theaters, you could use your imagination here or check with Pee-Wee
          Herman. ~AH
          
          

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        • Re: "I am also in that particular minority." - As was Philip K. Dick when Spielberg got hold of his story, but ... - Analog Scott 17:46:09 07/25/06 (0)
          In Reply to: "I am also in that particular minority." - As was Philip K. Dick when Spielberg got hold of his story, but ... posted by Audiophilander on July 25, 2006 at 12:59:16:

          "...your point about LA offering more choices in screening venues and variety of film fare is certainly worth noting. I suspect that most folks still like to go out to the movies ocassionally in spite of the increased number of annoyances (in addition to the aforemention babies, cell phones and gum on the floor & seats,"

          Gum on the floor is part of the charm. ;-) Call me nostalgic. I can live wihout the babies and cell phones.

          " there's the agonizing spate of "pre-show 'entertainment'" crapola that gets more offensive by the day)."

          it has goten over the top. Ironically this is a growing problem on DVDs.

          " But DVDs allow film lovers to become film collectors, to build a library of favorite films when opportunities for viewing a wider array of films that exist in other parts of the country are fewer in one's area."

          Oh I get that and I am not suggesting one shoudl not buy and collect DVDs. I just don't get favoring the DVD experience over the Movie experience.

          
          > > > "I can't see why any movie lover would rather stay at home and watch crappy DVDs." < < <

          "Because there are a lot of great movies available on DVD (and NOT all DVDs are "crappy") that aren't readily available for view at your local Bijou; especially for those of us who are into classic films, extended versions or Director's cuts."

          
          Well since I think the video medium is inherently crappy we disagree on all DVDs being crappy. give me the big screen any day. Since we have a rich revival house envirement here in L.A. I am always looking to see clasics on the big screen. But of course DVDs are a great resource.

          " BTW, my wife and I still go to the cinema frequently, but I often find myself more interested in when a movie I really LIKE is coming out on DVD (see my system profile and you'll see why)."

          
          I just can't see myself dividing my resources between home theater and Home stereo. So all the money goes toward the stereo.
          
          
          

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  • LOL! Neither is Clark, more than likely! (nt) - Audiophilander 21:46:56 07/24/06 (0)
    In Reply to: Not exactly sure what we are supposed to agree with. nt posted by Analog Scott on July 24, 2006 at 16:48:12:

    :o)
    
    

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• Too late for me! - David S. 15:55:23 07/24/06 (1)
  In Reply to: "Moviegoers who choose no longer to go to the movies but opt instead for takeout." posted by clarkjohnsen on July 24, 2006 at 14:42:14:

  Last movie I watched in the theater was the first X Men. Prior to that it was Contact. Have a hard time being impelled to venture back ever again.
  
  

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  • Funny, I have trouble keeping up - Analog Scott 16:49:46 07/24/06 (0)
    In Reply to: Too late for me! posted by David S. on July 24, 2006 at 15:55:23:

    with everything i want to see on the big screen. I have no time for video as a result.
    
    

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