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[Ponn]

thedigitalbits.com is starting to post their comic con info and they started with this doozie. So in the ultimate move of double or triple dipping they are releasing this ****ton awesome 8 disc collection of all the superman movies with all the extras anyone could ever ask for including all the Fleischer cartoons EXCEPT for the one ****ing thing everyone thought would be in the set and was most looked forward to. The richard donner cut of Superman II which they have talked up and down about will not be in the collection but sold seperately. Seriously Warner, WFT!? I mean come on, how much more freaking blantant can you be.

Also just officially announced by Warner at Comic-Con is The Christopher Reeve Superman Collection box set for release on 11/28 (SRP $79.92).

This 8-disc set begins with a Superman: The Movie Four Disc Special Edition (SRP $39.92 if purchased separately), which will include BOTH the original 1978 and 2000 DVD versions of the film in anamorphic widescreen video with Dolby Digital 5.1 audio. Extras will include new audio commentary by producer Pierre Spengler and executive producer Ilya Salkind on the theatrical version and the previous commentary by director Richard Donner and creative consultant Tom Mankiewicz on the 2000 DVD version, a music-only audio track on the 2000 DVD version, original trailers and TV spots, 3 documentaries (Taking Flight: The Development of Superman, Making Superman: Filming the Legend and The Magic Behind the Cape), restored scenes, screen tests, additional music cues (audio only), the vintage The Making of Superman: The Movie TV special, the 1951 Superman and the Mole-Men feature film (starring George Reeves) and 9 of the original Fleischer Studios Superman cartoons mastered from superior vault elements (including Superman, The Mechanical Monsters, Billion Dollar Limited, The Arctic Giant, The Bulleteers, The Magnetic Telescope, Electric Earthquake, Volcano and Terror on the Midway).

The set continues with the Superman II: Two-Disc Special Edition (SRP $26.99 if purchased separately), which includes the film in anamorphic widescreen video and Dolby Digital 5.1 audio, audio commentary by executive producer Ilya Salkind and producer Pierre Spengler, 2 vintage TV specials (The Making of Superman II and Superman 50th Anniversary), the film's theatrical trailer, the First Flight: The Fleischer Superman Series featurette and 8 more of the original Fleischer Studios Superman cartoons mastered from superior vault elements (including Japoteurs, Showdown, Eleventh Hour, Destruction, Inc., The Mummy Strikes, Jungle Drums, The Underground World and Secret Agent).

So this means that if you purchase the new 8-disc box set, or just the new DVD versions of the first two feature films, you'll be getting the ENTIRE Fleischer Studios animated Superman series - all 17 cartoons - looking better than you have EVER seen them, believe me. You'll be amazed at the quality of these things. The restoration work is spectacular.

Next up in the set is a Superman III: Deluxe Edition (SRP $19.97 separately), which will include the film in anamorphic widescreen video with Dolby Digital 5.1 audio, audio commentary by executive producer Ilya Salkind and producer Pierre Spengler, the vintage The Making of Superman III TV special, additional scenes (not added back into the film) and the theatrical trailer.

Finally, the set will include Superman IV: The Quest for Peace (SRP $19.97 separately), which will include the film in anamorphic widescreen video with Dolby Digital 5.1 audio, audio commentary by screenwriter Mark Rosenthal, additional scenes (not added back into the film) and the theatrical trailer.

Now then... you might be wondering what the deal is with that Donner cut of Superman II. It's NOT included in the box set. Superman II: The Richard Donner Cut will be available separately on 11/28 (SRP $24.98). This will include an all new 122-minute cut of the film (in anamorphic widescreen video) newly-created by its original director, Richard Donner. According to Warner's press release: "the “Donner cut” restores the Marlon Brando role, filmed for, but not included in the final theatrical release version of Superman II. The legendary Brando's performance as Jor-El has finally been restored in key scenes that amplify Superman lore and deepen the profound relationship between father and son. With so many other changes, large and small, including a variety of Lois Lane (Margot Kidder) schemes to unmask Clark Kent as Superman, this Superman II will prove to be an eye-opening experience and an important addition to film history." The new cut also features newly finished special effects and more. Extras on this DVD will include newly-recorded audio commentary by director Richard Donner and creative consultant Tom Mankiewicz, the Superman II: Restoring the Vision featurette and additional scenes not added back into the film.

 

[StarscreamLSU]

Dang it -- I just bought the other Superman DVD collection

 

[Spectral Glider]

I only want I and II anyway. To hell with III and IV.

 

[Prospero]

What happened to the plans for the 14-disc set that'll Superman Returns in it, as well as that documentary that just came out (Look, Up in the Sky, or whatever it's called)?

 

[DarienA]

I only want I and II anyway. To hell with III and IV.

What he said.

 

[Shinobi]

So Donner did work on this version after all eh? That's pretty cool. I'll just grab that and find some way to get the other Superman 2 seperately. Already got the original movie, and as others said **** 3 and 4. **** Supergirl too for that matter, just in case they snuck that in there.

 

[COCKLES]

Screw Marlon.

Do we get more Zod?

 

[Prospero]

By the way, it's worth pointing out that if you want the Fleischer cartoons, mixing and matching isn't an option, since the Donner cut of II won't have the cartoons. Not releasing those on their own separate disc is shameful.

 

[Spectral Glider]

By the way, it's worth pointing out that if you want the Fleischer cartoons, mixing and matching isn't an option, since the Donner cut of II won't have the cartoons. Not releasing those on their own separate disc is shameful.

It does seem odd to put them in with these films.

 

[Shinobi]

There's a few versions of that Fleschier disc with all the episodes around. I've had one for a few years, so it's all good there.

 

[Ponn]

By the way, it's worth pointing out that if you want the Fleischer cartoons, mixing and matching isn't an option, since the Donner cut of II won't have the cartoons. Not releasing those on their own separate disc is shameful.

*cough*ahem

 

[master_shake_05]

Finally, everytime I pass the old snappers in the supermarket I reach for my wallet

I only have to hold out a bit more.... then these discs will be MINE!

 

[Kenobi]

not sure if this has been posted yet, but...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KHx7zV_XDPY

 

[master_shake_05]

not sure if this has been posted yet, but...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KHx7zV_XDPY

I saw these yesterday. The office scene seems a bit rushed, but I'll have to see it in the film to really judge whether I like the river version better...

 

[Kenobi]

I saw these yesterday. The office scene seems a bit rushed, but I'll have to see it in the film to really judge whether I like the river version better...

I have not seen the entire office scene yet, as I have read that the scene was never officially completed (Lois falling that is) soooo have you seen it complete?

 

[master_shake_05]

I have not seen the entire office scene yet, as I have read that the scene was never officially completed (Lois falling that is) soooo have you seen it complete?

No, I saw the same clip you did: "You'll never let me die, Superman!" and falling out of the window Superman I/getting away from Perry style

 

[Kenobi]

No, I saw the same clip you did: "You'll never let me die, Superman!" and falling out of the window Superman I/getting away from Perry style

Well, I remember someone here at GAF saying that Superman is gay for not throwing a punch, that Donner was too soft for not shooting him doing so. Well, there we go. He certainly threw a punch.

 

[Hamfam]

I don't get the hate for Superman 3 and 4, I thought they as good as the first 2.

 

[Cheebs]

I don't get the hate for Superman 3 and 4, I thought they as good as the first 2.

What.

Lex Luthor having a punk nephew saying "Superduuuuude" instead of Superman and having a villian that looks like this is as good as Superman I?

 

[Kenobi]

I don't get the hate for Superman 3 and 4, I thought they as good as the first 2.

I have to admit that I like III, but only because of the Clark V Superman fight. That's it. As far as IV goes? Well, I liked what they were trying to do...but the execution failed. Like the Phantom Menace.

 

[Spectral Glider]

only because of the Clark V Superman fight. That's it.

Yeah, pretty much.

 

[ManaByte]

I like Superman III for the "Superman is a Dick" storyline. :lol

 

[Shinobi]

I don't get the hate for Superman 3 and 4, I thought they as good as the first 2.

Superman 3 was saved by Richard Pryor, heel turn Superman, Clark Kent vs Supes, and that hot ass blonde. So I'd never completely write it off.

Superman 4 on the other hand was simply garbage...even Gene Hackman looked like he was doing nothing but cashing a paycheque. Having said that, it's still leagues better than Supergirl. :lol

 

[Kenobi]

I like Superman III for the "Superman is a Dick" storyline. :lol

He also has sex with that blonde whore. I remember as a kid going like "Oh noes. They did IT."

 

[master_shake_05]

He also has sex with that blonde whore. I remember as a kid going like "Oh noes. They did IT."

And that blonde whore ended up playing Ma Kent in Smallville

 

[MetalAlien]

I recently watched 1 and 2... you know.... to wash away the taint of Returns.

 

[Silent Death]

And that blonde whore ended up playing Ma Kent in Smallville

No I believe you are wrong. The chick who played Lana is Ma Kent on Smallville.

 

[Space Runaway]

*cough*ahem

The Bosko release is the best.

What.

Lex Luthor having a punk nephew saying "Superduuuuude" instead of Superman and having a villian that looks like this is as good as Superman I?

IV coulda been enjoyable trash if the first 40 minutes weren't a complete bore and if the movie had any kind of consistancy whatsoever. Though just having Hackman gives the movie some merit.

 

[master_shake_05]

No I believe you are wrong. The chick who played Lana is Ma Kent on Smallville.

Oh I thought he was talking about her.... hmmm.