Alien Quadrilogy or Anthology set on Blu-ray???

Started by ebridwell89, Jul 23, 2022, 11:48:23 PM

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Alien Quadrilogy or Anthology set on Blu-ray??? (Read 4,921 times)

ebridwell89

What is everyone's opinion on this set?

Alien: Quadrilogy [Blu-ray] https://a.co/d/6icSRpB

I had the collector's edition of the original Anthology release (the one with the collectible egg) but had to sell it for financial reasons.

I want to own them all again on physical discs and have a $25 Amazon gift card. Is it worth getting for the movies alone or should I get an anthology set off eBay?

I'm waiting out for a hopeful 4K set in the future...

Thank you!

SiL

I'm reasonably sure they're the same discs.

ebridwell89

I am almost certain they are the same discs as well. I went ahead and pulled the trigger.

Thank you!

Space_Dementia

Quote from: ebridwell89 on Jul 23, 2022, 11:48:23 PMWhat is everyone's opinion on this set?

Alien: Quadrilogy [Blu-ray] https://a.co/d/6icSRpB

I had the collector's edition of the original Anthology release (the one with the collectible egg) but had to sell it for financial reasons.

I want to own them all again on physical discs and have a $25 Amazon gift card. Is it worth getting for the movies alone or should I get an anthology set off eBay?

I'm waiting out for a hopeful 4K set in the future...

Thank you!

The Alien: Quadrilogy set has a special place in my heart... it was the first time I had spent my hard earned cash on an expensive physical release and just loved it, the special features, everything. To this day I still have it in my collection because of the quality of this release, from the contents and packaging. Can't really speak for the Anthology set.

Elmazalman

Quote from: Space_Dementia on Jul 24, 2022, 03:14:26 PMThe Alien: Quadrilogy set has a special place in my heart... it was the first time I had spent my hard earned cash on an expensive physical release and just loved it, the special features, everything. To this day I still have it in my collection because of the quality of this release, from the contents and packaging. Can't really speak for the Anthology set.

I also kept mine. The original aspect ratio for the feature-length documentaries, and for an outtake (Brett's death) - that wasn't carried over - to the Anthology set. More than reason enough to hang onto the Quadrilogy set.

Traveler37

I know this is old, but I just wanted to chime in. I have the Alien Anthology 6-disc Blu-ray set. For the original 4 Alien films with Ripley, this is by far the definitive disc release to get.

MichaelXVI

Along these lines, I'm going nuts trying to determine which Blu-Ray/4K discs would be the most comprehensive in terms of Bonus Material. Any thoughts? What does everyone think about doing the Blu-Ray/4K Steelbox for each individual movie as opposed to one of the mega collections? More material that way?

Thanks, everyone, much appreciated.

Traveler37

Quote from: MichaelXVI on Oct 01, 2024, 09:22:42 PMAlong these lines, I'm going nuts trying to determine which Blu-Ray/4K discs would be the most comprehensive in terms of Bonus Material. Any thoughts? What does everyone think about doing the Blu-Ray/4K Steelbox for each individual movie as opposed to one of the mega collections? More material that way?

Thanks, everyone, much appreciated.
Here is what I would recommend for each film.

Alien 1-4: Definitely get the 6-disc Alien Anthology Blu-ray set. It's got everything you'll want to see.
Alien vs. Predator: Get the Blu-ray to see it in HD and the 2-disc DVD for Special Features.
Aliens vs. Predator: Requiem: The standard Blu-ray is loaded with extras.
Prometheus: Ge the 3D Blu-ray set, you'll get the regular 2D movie and an exclusive Special Feature disc.
Alien Covenant: Like AVP-R, the standard Blu-ray is loaded with extras.
Alien Romulus: Missed this at the theater, looking forward to the Blu-ray.

If you want to get the Predator solo films...
Get the Predator 4-Film Collection and Prey Blu-ray, best editions.

If you're looking for 4K, no comment, haven't upgraded to a 4K player yet.

Elmazalman

Quote from: MichaelXVI on Oct 01, 2024, 09:22:42 PMAlong these lines, I'm going nuts trying to determine which Blu-Ray/4K discs would be the most comprehensive in terms of Bonus Material. Any thoughts? What does everyone think about doing the Blu-Ray/4K Steelbox for each individual movie as opposed to one of the mega collections? More material that way?

Thanks, everyone, much appreciated.

The ALIEN 4K disc is only good for the film (1979 original cut). The 2003 DC has been treated poorly for this edition.

The audio commentaries and isolated score are there, but still no production audio.

The 2003 DC additional scenes can also be accessed by themselves.

The rest of the Quadrilogy and Anthology bonus features for ALIEN (1979) are NOT included.

Traveler37

Quote from: Elmazalman on Oct 02, 2024, 07:15:49 AM
Quote from: MichaelXVI on Oct 01, 2024, 09:22:42 PMAlong these lines, I'm going nuts trying to determine which Blu-Ray/4K discs would be the most comprehensive in terms of Bonus Material. Any thoughts? What does everyone think about doing the Blu-Ray/4K Steelbox for each individual movie as opposed to one of the mega collections? More material that way?

Thanks, everyone, much appreciated.

The ALIEN 4K disc is only good for the film (1979 original cut). The 2003 DC has been treated poorly for this edition.

The audio commentaries and isolated score are there, but still no production audio.

The 2003 DC additional scenes can also be accessed by themselves.

The rest of the Quadrilogy and Anthology bonus features for ALIEN (1979) are NOT included.
I have the 6-disc anthology Blu-ray set. Best way to own the original 4 movies?

Elmazalman

Quote from: Traveler37 on Oct 02, 2024, 02:40:51 PMI have the 6-disc anthology Blu-ray set. Best way to own the original 4 movies?

Yes. Except for ALIEN (1979). The 4K release is an improvement on the 2010 BD. The 4K ALIEN is the best home video release of the title, yet. The ALIENS 4K release is controversial. I decided against buying it. The 2010 ALIENS Anthology BD is still good.

For the bonus features: you'll need the Quadrilogy set for the missing outtake (Brett's death) and the original aspect ratio for the feature-length documentaries.
Also, the 1999 20th anniversary ALIEN DVD for the production audio track.

MichaelXVI

Thanks, everyone, much appreciated. I do have the Anthology and the 4K releases of Prometheus and Covenant. It blows my mind how Fox regurgitates everything over and over, rarely with significantly new content.

Here's a treat (it's the real deal) —> https://www.fmovies.do/movie/alien-romulus-2024

Traveler37

Quote from: Elmazalman on Oct 02, 2024, 03:32:50 PM
Quote from: Traveler37 on Oct 02, 2024, 02:40:51 PMI have the 6-disc anthology Blu-ray set. Best way to own the original 4 movies?

Yes. Except for ALIEN (1979). The 4K release is an improvement on the 2010 BD. The 4K ALIEN is the best home video release of the title, yet. The ALIENS 4K release is controversial. I decided against buying it. The 2010 ALIENS Anthology BD is still good.

For the bonus features: you'll need the Quadrilogy set for the missing outtake (Brett's death) and the original aspect ratio for the feature-length documentaries.
Also, the 1999 20th anniversary ALIEN DVD for the production audio track.
What's wrong with the documentary aspect ratios?

Elmazalman

Quote from: Traveler37 on Oct 06, 2024, 10:08:34 AM
Quote from: Elmazalman on Oct 02, 2024, 03:32:50 PM
Quote from: Traveler37 on Oct 02, 2024, 02:40:51 PMI have the 6-disc anthology Blu-ray set. Best way to own the original 4 movies?

Yes. Except for ALIEN (1979). The 4K release is an improvement on the 2010 BD. The 4K ALIEN is the best home video release of the title, yet. The ALIENS 4K release is controversial. I decided against buying it. The 2010 ALIENS Anthology BD is still good.

For the bonus features: you'll need the Quadrilogy set for the missing outtake (Brett's death) and the original aspect ratio for the feature-length documentaries.
Also, the 1999 20th anniversary ALIEN DVD for the production audio track.
What's wrong with the documentary aspect ratios?

The Anthology set feature-length documentaries have been cropped (badly) for widescreen televisions - unfortunately, it's the only way to own the longer version of the A3 Wreckage and Rage documentary.

Traveler37

Quote from: Elmazalman on Oct 06, 2024, 11:11:26 AM
Quote from: Traveler37 on Oct 06, 2024, 10:08:34 AM
Quote from: Elmazalman on Oct 02, 2024, 03:32:50 PM
Quote from: Traveler37 on Oct 02, 2024, 02:40:51 PMI have the 6-disc anthology Blu-ray set. Best way to own the original 4 movies?

Yes. Except for ALIEN (1979). The 4K release is an improvement on the 2010 BD. The 4K ALIEN is the best home video release of the title, yet. The ALIENS 4K release is controversial. I decided against buying it. The 2010 ALIENS Anthology BD is still good.

For the bonus features: you'll need the Quadrilogy set for the missing outtake (Brett's death) and the original aspect ratio for the feature-length documentaries.
Also, the 1999 20th anniversary ALIEN DVD for the production audio track.
What's wrong with the documentary aspect ratios?

The Anthology set feature-length documentaries have been cropped (badly) for widescreen televisions - unfortunately, it's the only way to own the longer version of the A3 Wreckage and Rage documentary.
What do you mean by "cropped badly for widescreen?" Elaborate, please.

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