BLADE RUNNER: 25th Anniversary DVDs Thread

[Hunter Rider]

http://www.aintitcool.com/node/32449

Run Zorah Run!! BLADE RUNNER Reshoots Famous Street Gundown!!


Merrick here…
…with a supercool bit of news that should get Geeks going.
For a long while, we’ve been hearing about the forthcoming mega DVD of BLADE RUNNER. We’ve heard all kindsa stories about what material the set would contain (like multiple versions of the film, including a new edit that addresses continuity gaffs, FX inconsistencies, etc.) But, we hadn’t heard much about just how extensive this undertaking might be.
Now we have a sense…
Joanna Cassidy (who played Replicant Zhora in the film – she’s the one Harrison Ford runs down on the street & shoots in the back) has just finished shooting new material for the forthcoming DVD restoration!

Joanna has just finished re-shooting her scenes from the original BLADE RUNNER movie. Joanna is wearing her original outfit (which she kept over from the first production). These new scenes will be part of the upcoming special BLADE RUNNER DVD re-release. Check back for more details.

…says HER OFFICIAL WEBSITE. You can glean a few more details HERE.
Wonder if other scenes will be similarly adjusted/re-approached for the DVD set? It’s a safe bet wire removal (that Police Spinner lifting off from the street in the beginning of the film) and smoothing out the blending of some matte paintings are on the agenda.
If you know more about what’s happening with this, please DROP ME A LINE!!!

<h1>CHECK OUT THIS OFT-REFERENCED BUT RARELY SEEN DELETED SEQUENCE IN WHICH DECKARD VISITS HOLDEN (THE GUY WHO GETS SHOT IN THE OPENING SCENE) IN THE HOSPITAL!!!</h1>


By the way, if you&#8217;ve never seen a British documentary called ON THE EDGE OF BLADE RUNNER, it&#8217;s highly recommended. If I recall correctly (and I may not be right about this), this is the piece in the filmmakers first revealed whether or not Deckard is a Replicant. It&#8217;s a remarkably honest & insightful look at the making of the film. Here it is for your viewing pleasure&#8230;via the peculiar wonder of YouTube!

 

[JTStarkiller]

Just read that on Ain't it Cool as well. I remember them saying the DVD would be out by April, but I guess it looks like it's gonna be sometime later this year. Disappointing, but at least we're still getting it. I've been waiting for this for years.

I also find it funny that yet another of Harrison Ford's scenes where he shoots someone is being altered.

 

[black_dust]

Cool!! i have been waiting so long for this come out on the mega special Uber edition dvd Cant wait

 

[Warhammer]

I'll be waiting for this, right along with the special 10th anniversary edition of Face/Off.

 

[mclay18]

I don't know why people are making a fuss of this, especially when the original theatrical and original director's cut are going to be included along with the brand-new cut. It's interesting, to say the least.

 

[Shuley]

I didn't like Blade Runner.

 

[CyrusGrissom]

Kickass, i can't hardly wait! i have the director's cut on DVD and the original version on DVD-R, i can't wait to replace them with the uber edition.

 

[Carmine Falcone]

I didn't like Blade Runner.

Same here.

 

[Warhammer]

Actually, I've never seen it.

 

[green]

Ridley's doing reshoots.

 

[Spider-Fan]

Can't wait to pick this set up!

 

[green]

http://www.cinematical.com/

Breakdown of the 'Blade Runner' Mega-Super Edition
Posted May 23rd 2007 11:32AM by Scott Weinberg
Filed under: Action & Adventure, Classics, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Warner Brothers, Fandom, Home Entertainment
A while back we heard that Warner Bros. was planning a long overdue super-special edition of Ridley Scott's Blade Runner -- and it was news that had the hardcore sci-fi fanatics drooling in anticipation. Now we get word from DavisDVD.com regarding the complete specs on that package. Fair warning, though, before you get all excited: The contents listed below represent what will be on the Australian-release DVD set, although it's assumed that the American version will be pretty much identical. Here's what we've got:

Disc 1 -- The Final Cut -- Ridley Scott's "definitive" version of the film, complete with new footage, extended scenes and upgraded special effects.

Disc 2 -- Older Versions -- Here you'll find the 1982 theatrical cut, the 1982 international cut and the 1992 director's cut, which is most likely what's in your DVD collection right now.

Disc 3 -- Dangerous Days: The Making of Blade Runner -- A brand-new, feature-length documentary that looks to be the "definitive" piece on the film. Cast and crew, critics and colleagues will share their thoughts on the production, the film and the long-lasting impact of Blade Runner.

Disc 4 -- Enhanced Bonus Content -- A whole disc full of featurettes that will focus on six distinct areas: Inception, Pre-Production, Production, Post-Production, Release, Legacy

Disc 5 -- Work Print -- A rough-cut version of the film, plus a 52-minute BBC documentary that's generally considered one of the coolest looks at the film.

Plus the thing will come in a really slick silver briefcase (!) that houses a lenticular mini-poster, a collectible "model spinner," an origami unicorn, a bunch of photos and a letter from Sir Ridley Scott himself. Wow. We don't have a release date locked in yet, but September seems to be the month. Can't wait.

 

[PhotoJones]

Actually, I've never seen it.

 

[MaskedManJRK]

Wow, those specs sound ungodly awesome. Unfortunately, that's probably only for Austrailia--the US never gets cool s**t like that.

 

[Movies205]

Wow, those specs sound ungodly awesome. Unfortunately, that's probably only for Austrailia--the US never gets cool s**t like that.

 

[Rac]

I still need to get a job so that I can order that from my first pay.

 

[BatMatt]

like tears in the rain

 

[green]

New opening titles
Not sure if its real or not.

[YT]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eFBSEvr2SrQ[/YT]

 

[블라스]

Holy crap...
Rejoice with me, people

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Further Details:
Warner Home Video has officially announced Blade Runner: The Final Cut which has been spectacularly restored and remastered from original elements and scanned at 4K resolution. The film will be available in three stunning DVD editions: a two-disc special edition ($20.97), a four-disc collector’s edition ($34.99 SRP) and the five-disc Ultimate Collector’s Edition ($78.92 SRP) in collectible “Deckard Briefcase” packaging. Extras on the two-disc will include a commentary by Ridley Scott, a commentary by Executive Producer/ Co-Screenwriter Hampton Fancher and Co-Screenwriter David Peoples; Producer Michael Deely and production executive Katherine Haber, and further commentaries by visual futurist Syd Mead; production designer Lawrence G. Paull, art director David L. Snyder and special photographic effects supervisors Douglas Trumbull, Richard Yuricich and David Dryer. Completing the set will be a feature length documentary revealing all the elements that shaped this hugely influential cinema landmark.

The Four-Disc Collector's Edition includes everything from the 2-Disc Special Edition plus three additional versions of the film (1982 Theatrical Version, 1982 International Version, 1992 Directors Cut), as well as an “Enhancement Archive” bonus disc of enhanced content. Features on this disc will include The Electric Dreamer: Remembering Philip K. Dick featirette,a Sacrificial Sheep: The Novel vs. The Film featurette, Philip K. Dick: The Blade Runner Interviews (Audio), a Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep Cover Gallery, image galleries, featurettes on graphic design and wardrobe and styling, Screen Tests: Rachel & Pris, and a The Light That Burns: Remembering Jordan Cronenweth featurette. Completing the package will be a Unit Photography Gallery, Deleted & Alternate Scenes, a 1982 Promotional Featurette, trailers and TV spots, a Promoting Dystopia: Rendering the Poster Art feature, a Marketing & Merchandise Gallery, a Deck-A-Rep: The True Nature of Rick Deckard featurette, and a Nexus Generation: Fans & Filmmakers featurette.

Lastly there will be the five-disc Ultimate Collector's Edition. This will include everything above, along with the ultra-rare, near-legendary Workprint version of the film, newly remastered. A commentary by Paul M. Sammon, author of Future Noir: The Making of Blade Runner will also be included, along with an All Our Variant Futures: From Workprint to Final Cut featurette. The Ultimate Collector’s Edition will be presented in a unique 5-disc digi-package with handle which is a stylish version of Rick Deckard's own briefcase, in addition each briefcase will be individually numbered and in limited supply. Included is a lenticular motion film clip from the original feature, miniature origami unicorn figurine, miniature replica spinner car, some collector's photographs as well as a signed personal letter from Sir Ridley Scott. Simultaneous HD DVD and Blu-Ray versions (each $TBD) of the “Deckard Briefcase” will also be released in numbered, limited quantities. HD DVD and Blu-Ray 5-Disc Digi Packs with collectible slipcase (each $TBD) will include all of the UCE content. Stay tuned for the official package artwork.

 

[Spider-Fan]

Getting the 4-disc personally

When is this due out?

 

[블라스]

December 18th

I'm going for the briefcase edition

 

[Whiskey Tango]

They sold me on all the extras. That 5-disc version is mine.

One of the reasons I never bought the director's cut is because I grew up watching the theatrical version with Ford's voice-over. I heard the DC removed that and wasn't sure how I'd like it.

Anyway, yeah this looks awesome.

 

[scifiwolf]

Christmas gift for Dad.

 

[killingfields]

sorry if off-topic. but has anyone seen any Blade Runner stuff at comic-con besides the panels? im guessing if there's anything, it should at WB right?

 

[Spider-Fan]

December 18th

I'm going for the briefcase edition

I was hoping for earlier

Oh well...just gotta tell people not to get me this for Christmas (I am getting this first day it is out)