NEW "Dark Star" DVD coming!
07-15-02, 03:05 PM
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A quick note
I do believe VCI will include the original version and extended cut. Let me say that at no time has VCI or Dan ever said they'd be releasing a "new" cut of the film. Specifically Dan would be overseeing a new, anamorphic widescreen transfer. If they've made plans for anything otherwise, I do not know of it.
Finally, a brief response to Jeff. Yes, I do believe that you can be very fond of your work yet still find flaws in it. It's just something you cannot escape.
Dan had a string of health problems in the early 80's and along with getting screwed over by the producers of his 2 directorial efforts, his screenplays being chopped up, the Carpenter situation, I can easily understand why he might've been fairly sensitive to negative comments. Jeff, he's a good guy so don't hold past comments against him.
I do believe VCI will include the original version and extended cut. Let me say that at no time has VCI or Dan ever said they'd be releasing a "new" cut of the film. Specifically Dan would be overseeing a new, anamorphic widescreen transfer. If they've made plans for anything otherwise, I do not know of it.
Finally, a brief response to Jeff. Yes, I do believe that you can be very fond of your work yet still find flaws in it. It's just something you cannot escape.
Dan had a string of health problems in the early 80's and along with getting screwed over by the producers of his 2 directorial efforts, his screenplays being chopped up, the Carpenter situation, I can easily understand why he might've been fairly sensitive to negative comments. Jeff, he's a good guy so don't hold past comments against him.
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03-27-03, 10:54 PM
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Been a long time guys but some progress has been made.
I've recently been chatting with John Carpenter's assistant, Gina, via e-mail today, and she suggested that VCI contact him about what they'd want from him. I've given both sides the essential contact information for each other so, if all goes well, Mr. Carpenter will be involved.
O'Bannon, on the other hand, seems to have dropped out or forgotten about the project entirely. I called him about 2 weeks ago, and have yet to get a response.
I've recently been chatting with John Carpenter's assistant, Gina, via e-mail today, and she suggested that VCI contact him about what they'd want from him. I've given both sides the essential contact information for each other so, if all goes well, Mr. Carpenter will be involved.
O'Bannon, on the other hand, seems to have dropped out or forgotten about the project entirely. I called him about 2 weeks ago, and have yet to get a response.
08-20-03, 01:35 PM
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Long time fellas, but here's the latest fro VCI;
"Some other issues have come up which we need to straighten out before we redo Dark Star. We are working on it though and hope we can begin in earnest on the new improved reissue soon."
10-17-04, 06:02 PM
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Well here is a bump from over a year ago...
I was looking into getting DARK STAR since its the only film on DVD thats out now that I need to complete my Carpenter collection but remember someone saying that a new edition was coming. While its not out in R1 yet, the new version is out in R2.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/...189824-8883629
Anyone hear if its coming to R1 soon?
I was looking into getting DARK STAR since its the only film on DVD thats out now that I need to complete my Carpenter collection but remember someone saying that a new edition was coming. While its not out in R1 yet, the new version is out in R2.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/...189824-8883629
Anyone hear if its coming to R1 soon?
10-18-04, 09:32 AM
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should have known there'd be a horror movie with that title...
should have known there'd be a horror movie with that title...
10-18-04, 10:36 AM
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Originally posted by bboisvert
Actually more of a dry, sci-fi comedy. Definitely worth checking out. I'm enjoying my current disc, but awaiting an upgrade too...
Actually more of a dry, sci-fi comedy. Definitely worth checking out. I'm enjoying my current disc, but awaiting an upgrade too...
03-18-08, 05:42 PM
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Well here is an old thread bump... just saw this posted over at HTF:
http://www.vcientertainment.com/SneakPeak.aspx
Sci-fi Cult Films
DARK STAR
The absolute must-see-it-before-you-die low-budget sci-fi cult classic directed by John Carpenter and written by Dan O’Bannon in a brand new Collector’s Edition DVD, featuring a new 16x9 anamorphic digital transfer and an asteroid belt full of extras and special features!
Count me in!
http://www.vcientertainment.com/SneakPeak.aspx
Sci-fi Cult Films
DARK STAR
The absolute must-see-it-before-you-die low-budget sci-fi cult classic directed by John Carpenter and written by Dan O’Bannon in a brand new Collector’s Edition DVD, featuring a new 16x9 anamorphic digital transfer and an asteroid belt full of extras and special features!
Count me in!
03-18-08, 11:21 PM
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Rad. I'll buy any new edition of every Carpenter flick that comes out.
Yes, I'd even buy a new edition of Memoirs or Escape from LA.
Yes, I'd even buy a new edition of Memoirs or Escape from LA.
03-19-08, 01:32 AM
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"evilbaby" and I are one and the same.
Anyway, YES a new DVD is coming. I wouldn't expect a "Blade Runner" type box set but the bonus materials do look promising. I'm not mentioning details until I'm given the ok to make them public.
Anyway, YES a new DVD is coming. I wouldn't expect a "Blade Runner" type box set but the bonus materials do look promising. I'm not mentioning details until I'm given the ok to make them public.
03-19-08, 09:22 AM
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Originally Posted by Michael Allred
"evilbaby" and I are one and the same.
Anyway, YES a new DVD is coming. I wouldn't expect a "Blade Runner" type box set but the bonus materials do look promising. I'm not mentioning details until I'm given the ok to make them public.
Anyway, YES a new DVD is coming. I wouldn't expect a "Blade Runner" type box set but the bonus materials do look promising. I'm not mentioning details until I'm given the ok to make them public.
03-19-08, 11:01 AM
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Originally Posted by KillerCannibal
Rad. I'll buy any new edition of every Carpenter flick that comes out.
Yes, I'd even buy a new edition of Memoirs or Escape from LA.
Yes, I'd even buy a new edition of Memoirs or Escape from LA.
-R2 commentary
-Retrospective interviews with Carpenter and Piper
-Scene-specific Trey Parker/Matt Stone commentary for the fight scene
-Featurette on the fight scene
-Theatrical trailer