Heavy Metal (1981) Blu-ray - 1/25/11 - Page 3

Katatonia · 02-04-2011, 01:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Shannafey

But is it enough of an upgrade in video quality? I feel like because of the age of the film, the style of the animation and such, it probably isn't worth upgrading. I don't upgrade a lot of DVDs because of finances, so what is your opinion on this?

No, I wouldn't call it a huge upgrade over the old DVD transfer. It is an upgrade in that there is more resolution and visible detail, and a superior AVC encode with less artifacting. But no, I wouldn't call it an essential upgrade.

The DTS HD Master Audio audio track is a worthy upgrade however. It sounds far clearer if you have a receiver that can decode the full audio stream.

Shannafey · 02-05-2011, 04:15 AM

Thanks! That's what I thought. I have a cheap 5.1 stereo, so I don't think I'll benefit from the audio and I'm sure it is the same print as the Universal HD version, which didn't impress me much. My DVD is just fine! I'll spend my money on other Blu-Rays!

indiephantom · 02-06-2011, 02:22 AM

I thought it was worth the upgrade. I didn't have the superbit, but I have the DVD CE. It's generally a very good transfer.

ReelFear · 02-06-2011, 04:29 PM

I really enjoyed the new Blu-Ray edition of Heavy Metal. I've owned it on LaserDisc and DVD and the picture and especially the sound are an improvement over those past versions. If you're a fan of the movie I would recommend the blu.

Shannafey · 02-06-2011, 05:27 PM

Thanks for the input everyone.

JGrendel · 02-06-2011, 06:07 PM

I went & bought this last night cause I love this movie.

Katatonia · 02-09-2011, 08:09 AM

Review: http://www.blu-ray.com/movies/Heavy-Metal-Blu-ray/17917/#Review

Shannafey · 02-12-2011, 10:15 PM

Have you guys heard about the Heavy Metal TV series? It could be cool!!

http://www.aintitcool.com/node/48410

indiephantom · 02-12-2011, 10:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shannafey

Have you guys heard about the Heavy Metal TV series? It could be cool!!

http://www.aintitcool.com/node/48410

French cinema has been amazing lately, so I would love to check this out.

Katatonia · 06-04-2011, 11:35 AM

New DVDBeaver review with screenshots: http://www.dvdbeaver.com/film3/blu-r...al_blu-ray.htm

JGrendel · 06-05-2011, 12:00 AM

Anybody hear anything about Heavy Metal 2 hitting Blu-ray?

Shannafey · 06-05-2011, 03:02 PM

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Originally Posted by JGrendel

Anybody hear anything about Heavy Metal 2 hitting Blu-ray?

Do you mean Heavy Metal 2000? I picked up the Superbit for $3 at Big Lots not long ago. It isn't anywhere near as good as the original, but is a bit underrated. I like it! I still haven't bitten on Heavy Metal on Blu. I think I'll stick with my DVD on that one. Maybe when I find it dirt cheap one day, I'll grab it! I can't afford to upgrade my whole collection unless the upgrade is really worth my time!

02-06-2011, 02:22 AM	#33
indiephantom Horny Spirit Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Ghost World Posts: 3,880	I thought it was worth the upgrade. I didn't have the superbit, but I have the DVD CE. It's generally a very good transfer. __________________ My Collection 2011 2010 2009

02-09-2011, 08:09 AM	#37
Katatonia Hellbound Heart Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Missouri Posts: 15,903	Review: http://www.blu-ray.com/movies/Heavy-Metal-Blu-ray/17917/#Review __________________ "The machines are faster and the bombs are worse, as we're all sucked into this unholy curse." - Saint Vitus - War Is Our Destiny DVD Profiler Collection

06-04-2011, 11:35 AM	#40
Katatonia Hellbound Heart Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Missouri Posts: 15,903	New DVDBeaver review with screenshots: http://www.dvdbeaver.com/film3/blu-r...al_blu-ray.htm __________________ "The machines are faster and the bombs are worse, as we're all sucked into this unholy curse." - Saint Vitus - War Is Our Destiny DVD Profiler Collection

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02-05-2011, 04:15 AM	#32
Shannafey Don't Monkey With Me! Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: South Florida, But Far from the Hell that is Miami Posts: 6,370	Thanks! That's what I thought. I have a cheap 5.1 stereo, so I don't think I'll benefit from the audio and I'm sure it is the same print as the Universal HD version, which didn't impress me much. My DVD is just fine! I'll spend my money on other Blu-Rays!

02-06-2011, 04:29 PM	#34
ReelFear Maniac Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: USA Posts: 869	I really enjoyed the new Blu-Ray edition of Heavy Metal. I've owned it on LaserDisc and DVD and the picture and especially the sound are an improvement over those past versions. If you're a fan of the movie I would recommend the blu.

02-06-2011, 05:27 PM	#35
Shannafey Don't Monkey With Me! Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: South Florida, But Far from the Hell that is Miami Posts: 6,370	Thanks for the input everyone.

02-06-2011, 06:07 PM	#36
JGrendel HackMaster Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Olds Alberta Canada Posts: 1,877	I went & bought this last night cause I love this movie.

02-12-2011, 10:15 PM	#38
Shannafey Don't Monkey With Me! Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: South Florida, But Far from the Hell that is Miami Posts: 6,370	Have you guys heard about the Heavy Metal TV series? It could be cool!! http://www.aintitcool.com/node/48410

06-05-2011, 12:00 AM	#41
JGrendel HackMaster Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Olds Alberta Canada Posts: 1,877	Anybody hear anything about Heavy Metal 2 hitting Blu-ray?