[Superman] Ultimate Collector's Edition Super Blunder
11-25-06, 05:26 AM
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[Superman] Ultimate Collector's Edition Super Blunder - UPDATED!
http://www.dvdactive.com/news/releas...r-blunder.html
Those of you who have pre-ordered copies of Warner Home Video's forthcoming Superman: Ultimate Collector's Edition might want to think twice. Due to a massive technical blunder, the Superman III: Deluxe Edition discs contain the original 2001 release of the film, rather than the advertised disc with commentary, additional scenes and a vintage featurette.
Reports indicate that The Christopher Reeve Superman Collection and the individual release of Superman III: Deluxe Edition are unaffected. At this time there has been no word on whether or not Warner intend to issue replacement discs. Even if replacement discs are made available, non-US residents who purchased the set will most likely be left out in the cold. When you combine this with the fact that the advertised original 1978 Dolby Stereo soundtrack for Superman: The Movie is also missing, what could have been the year's best release becomes a less than attractive proposition...
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Those of you who have pre-ordered copies of Warner Home Video's forthcoming Superman: Ultimate Collector's Edition might want to think twice. Due to a massive technical blunder, the Superman III: Deluxe Edition discs contain the original 2001 release of the film, rather than the advertised disc with commentary, additional scenes and a vintage featurette.
Reports indicate that The Christopher Reeve Superman Collection and the individual release of Superman III: Deluxe Edition are unaffected. At this time there has been no word on whether or not Warner intend to issue replacement discs. Even if replacement discs are made available, non-US residents who purchased the set will most likely be left out in the cold. When you combine this with the fact that the advertised original 1978 Dolby Stereo soundtrack for Superman: The Movie is also missing, what could have been the year's best release becomes a less than attractive proposition...
Update!
Statement from Warner Home Video, November 27, 2006
Bonus content was omitted from the "Superman III Deluxe Edition" in the 14-disc "Superman Ultimate Collector's Edition." Furthermore, disc one of "Superman: The Movie Four Disc Special Edition" did not include the Dolby Digital 2.0 mix. Neither disc is known to be physically defective in any way.
Warner Home Video wants to extend apologies to all of our loyal Superman fans who've waited so patiently for these great collections and has taken immediate steps to correct these errors with the intention of standing behind our product 100%.
Replacement discs can be obtained by calling: 800-553-6937. The exchange program applies only to purchases of the “Superman III Deluxe Edition” in the “Superman Ultimate Collector's Edition” and to disc one of “Superman: The Movie Four Disc Special Edition,” available as a single title, as well as in “The Christopher Reeve Superman Collection” and in the “Superman Ultimate Collector's Edition.”
Bonus content was omitted from the "Superman III Deluxe Edition" in the 14-disc "Superman Ultimate Collector's Edition." Furthermore, disc one of "Superman: The Movie Four Disc Special Edition" did not include the Dolby Digital 2.0 mix. Neither disc is known to be physically defective in any way.
Warner Home Video wants to extend apologies to all of our loyal Superman fans who've waited so patiently for these great collections and has taken immediate steps to correct these errors with the intention of standing behind our product 100%.
Replacement discs can be obtained by calling: 800-553-6937. The exchange program applies only to purchases of the “Superman III Deluxe Edition” in the “Superman Ultimate Collector's Edition” and to disc one of “Superman: The Movie Four Disc Special Edition,” available as a single title, as well as in “The Christopher Reeve Superman Collection” and in the “Superman Ultimate Collector's Edition.”
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11-25-06, 08:10 AM
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I, for one, this this is needed. You would have to sift through several thread to find similar info. People who are buying need to know this. Personally, this has changed my mind on if I am going to buy it right from the get-go, or if I will wait. I chose the latter.
11-25-06, 08:38 AM
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Already being discussed heavily here:
http://forum.dvdtalk.com/showthread....24#post7461724
http://forum.dvdtalk.com/showthread....24#post7461724
11-25-06, 09:03 AM
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I'm fine with this and will still buy the set. If there's a replacement program, I'll participate.
To me, not a big deal:
My original plan was to only buy I, II, Donner & Returns. the only reason I'm getting the box (and therefore, III), is because its cheaper than buying the individuals of what I truly want.
To me, not a big deal:
My original plan was to only buy I, II, Donner & Returns. the only reason I'm getting the box (and therefore, III), is because its cheaper than buying the individuals of what I truly want.
11-25-06, 09:29 AM
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Oh, yeah,.... I...just...thought..there should be a link down here....
11-25-06, 01:20 PM
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I plan on buying the set still only because I want all of the bonus discs. I can live without Superman III until a replacement program is issued. I also agree that this topic needs its own thread.
11-25-06, 02:14 PM
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Considering I doubt that there will be a massive attempt to defraud WB over replacement copies of Superman III, we shouldn't even have to send our original disc back in this case. It's such a major fark up with such a major release, that all we should have to do is call and give our information. The extra SIII disc we can use as a coaster. Or we can use it to re-enact the 'Cellophane S-Shield' scene from Superman II. 
11-25-06, 02:29 PM
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My question is why the fuck were the 2001 Superman III discs laying around the packing area in the 1st place? Should Warner have packed away all the remaining discs from the 2001 set and either destroyed them or throw them into the archives somewhere?
11-25-06, 02:33 PM
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Originally Posted by DJariya
My question is why the fuck were the 2001 Superman III discs laying around the packing area in the 1st place? Should Warner have packed away all the remaining discs from the 2001 set and either destroyed them or throw them into the archives somewhere?
11-25-06, 02:41 PM
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Oh okay, then why the hell were those files laying still laying around? The idiots who mastered all those discs should be fired and never allowed to work in a DVD production plant ever again.
11-25-06, 02:56 PM
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Originally Posted by DJariya
The idiots who mastered all those discs should be fired and never allowed to work in a DVD production plant ever again.
11-25-06, 03:22 PM
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a similar thing happened with the long over due region 2 release of the goonies. the commentary wasnt on the disc. i think they had to return the old disc. good job i didnt buy this set. i doubt i could get a refund as i'd have to import the set.
11-25-06, 04:45 PM
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Guys, just buy the Chris Reeve set and Supes II DC separately/ The only really worthwile thing you're missing from the Ultimate coll. is the docs... i'm sure they'll be rerun many times in the future like the Empire of Dreams doc was.