Too bad I already bought the dvd. This would have been good news.
Too bad I already bought the dvd. This would have been good news.
What we really need is the Animated Series on Bluray.
The quality on the dvds is crummy.
Me neither.I don't know how this isn't a thing yet
Too bad I already bought the dvd. This would have been good news.
What we really need is the Animated Series on Bluray.
The quality on the dvds is crummy.
You're not going to get any better quality than those DVDs. The benefit of having the series on BR would likely just end up being fewer discs to hold it all.
Uhhh...no? The series was produced on film, so if they were to ever release it on HD BD, it would be a matter of scanning the celuloid and maybe some digital tweaking depending on the condition the film is in.You're not going to get any better quality than those DVDs. The benefit of having the series on BR would likely just end up being fewer discs to hold it all.
Exactly. Well put sir.The show was produced on 35mm, a fresh scan of the original negative for each episode would look way, way better than the DVDs which were produced from the 480i Betacam broadcast masters.
I actually watched the Grey Ghost episode recently, and I like how they've been unable to release the TV show centred around the episode because the negatives were destroyed in the fire, and wouldn't you know it, the actor who played the character just so happened to have perfectly preserved film reels of the show. And in the end, we see the Grey Ghost's popularity revitalised after that.Exactly. Well put sir.
The increase in quality could be huge.
Assuming they haven't lost the masters of course.
I actually watched the Grey Ghost episode recently, and I like how they've been unable to release the TV show centred around the episode because the negatives were destroyed in the fire, and wouldn't you know it, the actor who played the character just so happened to have perfectly preserved film reels of the show. And in the end, we see the Grey Ghost's popularity revitalised after that.
I doubt TAS was filmed on 35mm film stock. Most animation productions for television at the time were filmed on 16mm film stock because it was a lot cheaper than 35mm. Regardless, a scan from the original 16mm negative or interpositive would still yield good results.The show was produced on 35mm, a fresh scan of the original negative for each episode would look way, way better than the DVDs which were produced from the 480i Betacam broadcast masters.
The show was produced on 35mm, a fresh scan of the original negative for each episode would look way, way better than the DVDs which were produced from the 480i Betacam broadcast masters.
I remember once reading they were finished on video.
Mary Nelson-Duerrstein .... negative cutter (85 episodes, 1992-1995)
Stephen Nakamura .... film transfer (51 episodes, 1992-1993)
P.J. Marsiglia .... film transfer (16 episodes, 1993)
Stephen Nakamura .... film transfer (51 episodes, 1992-1993)
Jay Weinman .... videotape supervisor / videotape supervision (85 episodes, 1992-1995)
Scott Williams .... videotape supervisor / videotape supervision (85 episodes, 1992-1995)
I doubt TAS was filmed on 35mm film stock. Most animation productions for television at the time were filmed on 16mm film stock because it was a lot cheaper than 35mm. Regardless, a scan from the original 16mm negative or interpositive would still yield good results.
I doubt that. The credits include:
This would be typical of an animated show that was shot and edited on film and then transferred to analog Betacam video for broadcast.!
I very much hope you're right.
Too bad I already bought the dvd. This would have been good news.
In celebration of the 25th anniversary of Batman: Mask of the Phantasm, Warner Archive Collection is releasing the film on Blu-ray, remastered. Alan Burnett, Bruce Timm, Kevin Conroy, and Eric Randomski were on hand to wax nostalgic about, what some argue, is the best Batman film.
The project began as a direct-to-video venture straight off the heels of Batman: The Animated Seriess first season. At the time, Bat-mania was a worldwide contagion, thanks to the success of the Tim Burton films. The creative teams decided to leverage this fervor with a theatrical release of this direct to video project. This boon necessitated major changes. Ratio aspects are a funny thing. At the time, video was mostly released in television aspect ratio. Letterbox was something reserved for high art film and laserdisk. What works well on a TV screen wont necessarily translate to a letterbox format and when youve already storyboarded a feature length animated production, adjustments must be made. Timm and co took a 4:3 ratio stencil and placed it over every storyboard panel, ensuring that the crucial diegetic elements of each scene remained intact.
The decision to move from a DTV to theatrical release proved both creatively restrictive and liberating. The film could venture into PG-13 territory, something impossible in early 90s childrens programming. However, studio execs suggested edits that, if implemented, would have made the film unwatchable. This included eliminating the use of flashbacks and instead editing the film in a linear fashion. In addition to removing the narrative suspense through transitions between past and present, Batman wouldnt have appeared until past the halfway point. Not a smart thing to do with your title character.
The film ultimately was not supported by the studio in a manner befitting a theatrical release. Theaters only showed it during the day and little was done to promote it. It found its audience upon home video release, including Siskel and Ebert, who gave it two thumbs up and expressed regret that they didnt review it during its original theatrical run.
The panel gave way to a seven minute preview of the remastered film. The film was a masterpiece when I saw it in the theaters 25 years ago. With the restoration work, I feel like that same kid all over again. The lines were crisp, the cell complexion neater, and the audio clearer than ever. This film has really stood the test of time. The Blu-ray will release on July 25. A worthwhile addition to any home movie collection.
Ugh. I saw this thread bumped and hoped there was something up on .ca.Still nothing from Amazon.ca. I hope it won't be one of those jacked up import releases.
I don't know how this isn't a thing yet
Me neither.
Batman the Animated series and Superman the Animated Series both desperately need a bluray release.
Streaming has been killing home video, specifically TV series. Some series haven't even gotten Bluray releases, while getting DVD releases. I know some Fox TV shows do this.
http://forum.blu-ray.com/showpost.php?p=13878280&postcount=591Releases on Tuesday.
Wish they would release a small sample of film so we can get an idea on how this looks in HD
bfett9 said:am still waiting for my Amazon copy to ship, but I did d2d my dvd on Tuesday here are some screenshots for those who were asking.
Again this is VUDU HDX not the bluray but remaster is suppose to be from same source, but of course blu ray will have better look. I tried to make sure it was fully buffered to 1080p video before taking each shot but not 100% sure.
Spoiler warning for those watching for first time, I tried to take these out of context but still might be spoilery for some.
See: https://youtu.be/DMlRXE6iWDo?t=2m57s (from 2:57) They're looking into Batman & Mr. Freeze: SubZero and there are always lots of discussions going on.I have to assume someone asked about possible TAS remastering at the panel?
Trailer only. It's a Warner Archive release which always have a tight production budget. All of the budget went into creating the new master. See: https://youtu.be/DMlRXE6iWDo?t=7m (from 7:00)Looks pretty crisp from those images.
Maybe I missed it but did they say what special features this will have?
Just got the notification from the Amazon app that my copy just shipped. Going to spend my Tuesday night watching this
See: https://youtu.be/DMlRXE6iWDo?t=2m57s (from 2:57) They're looking into Batman & Mr. Freeze: SubZero and there are always lots of discussions going on.
Trailer only. It's a Warner Archive release which always have a tight production budget. All of the budget went into creating the new master. See: https://youtu.be/DMlRXE6iWDo?t=7m (from 7:00)
The only special feature on it is the trailer.Looks pretty crisp from those images.
Maybe I missed it but did they say what special features this will have?
See: https://youtu.be/DMlRXE6iWDo?t=2m57s (from 2:57) They're looking into Batman & Mr. Freeze: SubZero and there are always lots of discussions going on.
Mine will hopefully ship tomorrow and arrive on tuesday
Don't fail me Amazon
If it doesn't arrive on time, use their customer chat feature. Every time Amazon is late on an order I always get at least a $5 credit.
Was a huge TAS fan(as many of you) in the early 90's. Went to see this in the theater when it came out, but literally recall almost nothing about it. The internet now tells me it is one of the best pieces of visual media featuring the Batman character.
Blu-Ray on the way.
Where did you order it from? I'm in the UK too.I ordered an import copy of this today, since WB is not releasing it in the UK. Lookjng forward to this.
Where did you order it from? I'm in the UK too.