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Classic Indy Rides Again On DVD (http://www.starwars.com/community/news/films/news20080222.html)
March 03, 2008
According to the American Film Institute, he's the greatest action-adventure hero of all time -- and his unforgettable exploits can be relished by fans old and new as never before when all three Indiana Jones movies debut as individual Special Edition DVDs and in an all-new box set on May 13.
Released by Lucasfilm Ltd. and Paramount Home Entertainment, Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark, Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom and Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade Special Edition DVDs boast all-new, exclusive bonus features that dig deeper into the making of these cinematic milestones than ever before. All three were originally restored and remastered in 2003. Created with fans of all ages in mind, the bonus features provide never-before-seen explorations of the making of these classic movies and showcase the characters, action and extraordinary visual effects that have made the movies indelible cinematic treasures.
Each film makes its DVD debut just days before the highly anticipated return of the "Man in the Hat" in Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull.
"An entire generation of movie lovers will get to see these classic films in a digital format that makes them even more amazing than when they were first in theaters," said Howard Roffman, Vice President of Lucasfilm Ltd. "These new, individual DVDs are a fantastic way to introduce young audiences to the unforgettable, action-packed adventures of the most daring archaeologist in the world."
Directed by Steven Spielberg from stories by executive producer George Lucas, the three Indiana Jones movies earned six Academy Awards® and nearly $1.2 billion worldwide. From the groundbreaking excitement of Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) to the sinister mysteries of Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (1984) and the father-son adventure of Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989), the heroic Dr. Jones continues to delight audiences with his thrilling on-screen exploits.
Previously available only in a trilogy box set, the three films of The Adventures of Indiana Jones were newly restored and remastered to deliver an exceptional viewing experience to existing enthusiasts and a whole new generation of fans. All-new bonus content delves into the making of the legendary series as the filmmakers and cast look back and a new world of adventure opens up with Steven Spielberg, George Lucas and others offering hints about what to expect in the newest installment.
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Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark Special Edition DVD is presented in widescreen enhanced for 16:9 TVs with Dolby Digital English 5.1 Surround, French 2.0 Surround and Spanish 2.0 Surround and English, French and Spanish subtitles. The disc includes the following special features:
* Raiders of the Lost Ark: An Introduction by Steven Spielberg & George Lucas
* Indiana Jones: An Appreciation -- The cast and crew of Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull pay tribute to the original trilogy.
* The Melting Face -- A recreation of the amazing physical effect of the villain's melting face in Raiders of the Lost Ark, including Steven Spielberg and George Lucas commenting on the evolution of visual effects and CGI.
* Storyboard Sequence -- The Well of Souls
* Galleries
o Illustrations & Props
o Production Photographs & Portraits
o Effects/ILM
o Marketing
* LEGO Indiana Jones: The Original Adventures Game Demo and Trailer
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Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom Special Edition DVD is presented in widescreen enhanced for 16:9 TVs with Dolby Digital English 5.1 Surround, French 2.0 Surround and Spanish 2.0 Surround and English, French and Spanish subtitles. The disc includes the following special features:
* Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom: An Introduction by Steven Spielberg & George Lucas
* Creepy Crawlies -- Steven Spielberg, George Lucas and Frank Marshall reminisce about snakes, bugs and rats and hint about what 'creepy crawlies' to expect in Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, including an interview with a snake wrangler.
* Locations--Travel across the world to discover where the films take place and where they were shot.
* Storyboard Sequence -- The Mine Cart Chase
* Galleries
o Illustrations & Props
o Production Photographs & Portraits
o Effects/ILM
o Marketing
* LEGO Indiana Jones: The Original Adventures Game Demo and Trailer
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Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade Special Edition DVD is presented in widescreen enhanced for 16:9 TVs with Dolby Digital English 5.1 Surround, French 2.0 Surround and Spanish 2.0 Surround and English, French and Spanish subtitles. The disc includes the following special features:
* Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade: An Introduction by Steven Spielberg & George Lucas
* The Women: The American Film Institute Tribute -- The three Indiana Jones women (Karen Allen, Kate Capshaw and Alison Doody) reunite for a discussion.
* Friends and Enemies -- Steven Spielberg, George Lucas and Indiana Jones writers discuss how they created the most iconic characters in film history, including a look at new faces in .
* Storyboard Sequence--The Opening Sequence
* Galleries
o Illustrations & Props
o Production Photographs & Portraits
o Effects/ILM
o Marketing
* LEGO Indiana Jones: The Original Adventures Game Demo and Trailer
Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark has a running time of 115 minutes and an MPAA rating of PG. Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom has a running time of 118 minutes and an MPAA rating of PG. Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade has a running time of 126 minutes and an MPAA rating of PG-13. For even more information about the adventures of Indiana Jones, visit http://www.indianajones.com.
New extras and (spiffy) new packaging aren't enough to get me to rebuy the films (which themselves appear to be identical to the 2003 discs), but if they're cheap enough on release week and/or include a free ticket to the new movie, that may be enough to get me to bite.
Otherwise, I'll be waiting for the eventual HD-DVD Blu-Ray versions.
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If they included deleted scenes then MAYBE, but those descriptions dont convince me to rebuy.
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I don't have any of the Indy films on DVD, so this is a must buy for me...
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Bah...I'm not rebuying the trilogy for spiffy packaging....but I will be buying the Indy LEGO game.
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I finally bought the trilogy set over the winter so I'm a little cheesed with this. Then again, via DeepDiscountDVD.com I got a brand-new copy for $23.11 shipped, and thus really have no right to complain.
The new packaging is pretty slick, and more extras are always welcome, but I'll just wait for the Blu-ray set of all four movies in 2010 or whatever.
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I am SO GLAD this news came out today, as I was literally going to buy the 2003 boxset this coming Sunday (I bought it for my dad in 03 but I don't have my own copy). Looks like I'll be waiting for this one.
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I really like the new packaging on these as well, but I picked up the trilogy boxset in 2003 when it first came out, so I don't think I could justify another purchase of these. Like others mentioned, if they included some deleted scenes, a movie ticket, or other spiffy-ness, I might be swayed to grab one or all of them. They do look pretty nice.
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I'm not buying either. I bought the set back in 2003. Although I will admit that I was a little irked when Indy IV was announced and suddenly my "complete" set was no longer complete.
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Nah. I'll buy it on Blu Ray with deleted scenes, but otherwise I'll stick with the version I have now. $10 at a swap & shop...sweet. :)
John
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Anyone else ever feel that Sallah got hosed on this poster?
I mean, two Belloqs, but no Sallah? No love for the best digger in Egypt?
It's a good thing Richard Amsel's dead, or he'd have hell to pay right about now.
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I'm so glad about this news, since I never bought the dvds. I actually didn't buy them mostly because I don't like the 3rd film. Yes, heresy, but I just don't like it. LOVE Raiders and really like Temple though.
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I'm passing as well. There's just not enough new stuff to warrent the expense.
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I mean, two Belloqs, but no Sallah? No love for the best digger in Egypt?
Yeah, I've always thought that was pretty messed up. >:(
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And the Swordsman over Sallah? Dude doesn't speak and gets shot... Two Belloq's though, that's just insulting.
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Plus he's wearing blue.
I got the trilogy set yesterday. I'll wait to re-buy until Blu-ray.
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Packaging shot for the new box set:
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I like that. Very clear and crisp... definitely eye catching.
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I like my
brown red? version better. Much more rustic...
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They should have packaged it with a "Sneak Preview" Indy figure... actually, I'm glad they didn't, or I would buy this.
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This will look great next to the red version still sitting on the retailers' shelves.
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I like the old packaging better.
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Yeah, I like the old one much better.
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I stopped buying things for the package a long, long time ago!
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I stopped buying things for the package a long, long time ago!
In a galax... Nah, too easy.
I kind of prefer the red boxed set that's already out but this one should look good on the shelf at retail. Some day when all 4 DVDs are out on Blu Ray (or whatever replaces it) I might buy into the set again but I'm happy with my current set.
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I keep forgetting to post this but I stopped by Wal-Mart the other day and I saw an ad for the new box set at the entrance. Coming May 13 (this Tuesday) and you get exclusive downloadable ringtones at Wal-Mart. Has anyone else heard of other stores giving out exclusives with purchase of the new DVDs?
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I'm getting this, I don't have any of the DVD's yet.
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When's the high-definition release? :'(
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This week's prices are as follows:
Store: Individual movies each/box set
Circuit: $11.99/$34.99
Best Buy: $12.99/$34.99 (exclusive comic books with individual discs)
Target: $13.78/$37.99
Amazon: $16.99/$39.99
Sears: $17.99/$40.49
Deep Discount: $19.79/$38.89
Costco: $37.99 box
Review at DVDTalk (http://www.dvdtalk.com/reviews/33191/indiana-jones-the-adventure-collection/) (says the video and audio is identical to the 2003 releases)
BONUS MATERIAL:
Here's where things get a little tricky: we do get a decent collection of new extras here, but the excellent bonus disc from the 2003 box (which contained more than three hours of featurettes and promo material) is nowhere to be found. For the optimists: those who own both sets will have plenty to dig through...and none of it overlaps, conveniently enough. For the pessimists: the new material is hardly worth double-dipping for, especially with the combined lack of a technical upgrade.
Raiders of the Lost Ark leads off with an Introduction with Steven Spielberg and George Lucas (7:48), mixing a bit of behind-the-scenes footage and production photos with recent talking head-style interviews. We're also treated to "Indiana Jones: An Appreciation" (11:40), featuring interviews with cast members of Kingdom of the Crystal Skull as they look back on the trilogy with admiration and respect. This one can't help but feel promotional for obvious reasons, but it's worth a look nonetheless. Up next is "The Melting Face" (8:49, below left) a brief technical featurette about the infamous death sequence in Raiders. This is one of the more enjoyable extras in the bunch, revealing a few practical secrets without giving too much away. Winding things down is a Storyboard Sequence for Raiders' "Well of Souls" scene (4:13), a handful of Photo Galleries (featuring illustrations, props, marketing and more) and a Game Trailer for "Lego Indiana Jones: The Original Adventures". A Trailer for Kingdom of the Crystal Skull also plays prior to the main menu.
Temple of Doom begins with another Introduction with Steven Spielberg and George Lucas (5:48), featuring more behind-the-scenes footage and retrospective thoughts. "The Creepy Crawlies" (7:59, below right) is up next, highlighting some of the hair-raising animals featured in each of the three films. "Travel With Indy: Locations" (9:02) is a like-minded featurette, bouncing around from film to film while discussing some of the landmark locales (NOTE: "Creepy Crawlies" and "Travel With Indy" both include optional pop-up trivia tracks). This second disc winds down with another Storyboard Sequence (this time, for Temple of Doom's "Mine Cart Chase" scene [2:30]), more Photo Galleries and the Trailers for the Lego game and Kingdom of the Crystal Skull.
The Last Crusade begins with another Introduction with Steven Spielberg and George Lucas (6:13), and follows up with "Indy's Women: The American Film Institute Tribute" (9:22), a roundtable discussion with leading ladies Karen Allen, Kate Capshaw and Alison Doody. "Indy's Friends and Enemies" (10:46) continues the character focus, highlighting some of the memorable supporting characters from all three adventures. This third and final disc wraps up with another Storyboard Sequence (this time, for Last Crusades's Opening sequence [3:40]), more Photo Galleries and both Trailers already mentioned above. This is undoubtedly the lightest of the three discs, if only due to the lack of attention paid to the singular film at hand.
All bonus features are presented in anamorphic widescreen, while older snippets of promo material and behind-the-scenes footage are smartly window-boxed. Thankfully, optional English, Spanish and French subtitles are also included here, rounding out the overall presentation nicely. Overall, these new extras don't hold a candle to those found on the excellent 2003 bonus disc, but they're fairly entertaining and informative in their own right.
SUMMARY:
Five years have passed since Indiana Jones debuted on DVD, but this double dip proves that some studios get it right the first time. The films themselves have aged quite gracefully, from the rough-and-tumble Raiders of the Lost Ark to the dysfunctional family affairs of Last Crusade. This three-disc set offers a handful of new bonus features, none of which overlap directly with the previous release. But with scarcely 90 minutes' worth of extras (compared to double that on the 2003 bonus disc) and the lack of a technical upgrade, it's tough to recommend as a good value for the money. Even so, this compact collection has still been packaged with care, earning at least a weekend viewing for those interested in the new extras. Those who don't own Indy yet should either buy the 2003 release...or wait for the inevitable boxed set after Kingdom of the Crystal Skull makes its way to DVD. Rent It.
I was planning on passing on these, and still kind of am, but I got a $10 gift card to Circuit with GTAIV last week which would mean I could snag Raiders for two bucks and change, which isn't bad, so I may pick that up, who knows.
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Well we all knew they would release SOMETHING before the new movie came out. Lucas and Spielberg are nobody's fool. I would consider buying them if they would add deleted scenes or something really unique. But hearing Spielberg and Lucas jibber jabber about it again does not excite me that much. I am sure Ford is probably re-interviewed but he mumbles so damn much anymore we probably could not hear what he says. It would be interesting to hear what the lead ladies say and look like now I suppose. It's just not enough for me to re-buy them. But they are aiming at those that do not have them and will be interested in getting them. For instance my 5 year old niece and 7 year old nephew saw the movies this weekend on USA. Guess what they want to get? Yep, all 3 movies on DVD. Gee I wonder how many more people are like that out there? LOL!
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For instance my 5 year old niece and 7 year old nephew saw the movies this weekend on USA. Guess what they want to get? Yep, all 3 movies on DVD. Gee I wonder how many more people are like that out there? LOL!
Same with me, I watched ROTLA for the first time in a while on USA and released how good it was. I'll definitely be picking up the DVD on tuesday.
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Hmm, decisions, decisions... I think I'm going to go ahead and pick up this new set unless I see the 2003 box set on sale for cheap. (yeah right) Plus, I have lots of access to the 2003 box set so if I ever want to view that bonus disc, it's easily available.
Too bad there's no cheap way to get both box sets and find someone willing to buy 2003 movie discs in the 2008 box...
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So, looks like the box set is sold out around here, and I'm too cheap to pay the few extra bucks to get all 3 movies individually.
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Picked up all three of the new SE Indy DVD's at Target.
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How much does the set cost?
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How much does the set cost?
This week's prices are as follows:
Store: Individual movies each/box set
Circuit: $11.99/$34.99
Best Buy: $12.99/$34.99 (exclusive comic books with individual discs)
Target: $13.78/$37.99
Amazon: $16.99/$39.99
Sears: $17.99/$40.49
Deep Discount: $19.79/$38.89
Costco: $37.99 box
Also, I found the box set at Sam's Club today and immediately passed because the movies were in the slim cases. I don't really care for the slim cases and also would prefer the movies to match up with the KOTCS DVD so I ended up just picking up the individual discs at Best Buy. (as I had a Reward Zone coupon)
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I saw both the individual and box set versions at Target, and have to admit that I was slightly tempted. I kind of like the box art, but it isn't enough to re-buy the movies. Still, the Indy trilogy was second only to the Star Wars OT to me growing up (and for the most part, still today), so I can't say I wasn't tempted to grab at least one of them. But, after buying two versions of each of the OT movies, there was no way I was selling the Mrs. on these :P. Plus, I have the earlier box set, and I'm perfectly happy with those too.
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I have to admit, I've been slightly tempted to grab at least the single release Raiders at Target this week (where I think they were in the $10 DVDs, if I saw correctly). I don't know if it would be worth it or not though. This from a sucker who has two copies of the OT as well. As a side note, I noticed that Amazon has the original Indy box set for $25 - a pretty good deal I thought. The three original movies plus the bonus disc.
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Got the set today, I wish they would've put papers in the cases. :(
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I got this as a gift yesterday. It was late so I haven't seen them yet, though. The packaging is kinda boring, but I'm glad to finally have the trilogy on DVD.