Are you replacing your current DVD collection with Blu-Ray?

The latest Lord of the Rings rerelease on Blu-Ray has made me think up this question. For a split second, I considered it, then I heard "original theatrical version", and that's when I lost interest. Director's Cut, then maybe. I have only replaced four DVDs with Blu-Ray, and those where the TMNT movies, only because I got such a great deal. If I were a millionaire, than sure, I'd replace every single one of them, but I just don't have the funds for it now.

Not for the most part. I just buy bluray from now on. Heck, I generally just netflix everything now instead of buying.

I haven't bought a DVD in years anyway. But I'm considering getting Blu Ray.

Why would anyone buy a DVD/Bluray? Just Netflix it.

no... because i dont have blu ray... and even if i did i would just keep the DVDs

Why would anyone buy a DVD/Bluray? Just Netflix it.

SgtKevali

Why would anyone buy a DVD/Bluray? Just Netflix it.

SgtKevali

no, I dont consider replacing my Dvd collection with Blu-Ray. I really ahve problems seeing the point, the jump from DVD to Blu-Ray was miniscule, compared to VHS to DVD.

Better sound, sure, sometimes better picture, sure, but same movie none the less, and most movies I like are not modern, so when they were filmed HD was not around in the first place.

I do not watch alot of movies anyways (or rather, I guess I do, but I rarely buy any)

Why would anyone buy a DVD/Bluray? Just Netflix it.

SgtKevali

Hell no thats just a waste ofcash.

I much prefer dvd for some reason.

And I actually don't even like Netflix to be honest, since it's putting places like Hollywood Video and Blockbuster Video out of business.JustPlainLucas

[QUOTE="JustPlainLucas"] And I actually don't even like Netflix to be honest, since it's putting places like Hollywood Video and Blockbuster Video out of business.raven_squad

not a chance, dont even own a bluray player and have no need for one. unless ofcourse DVD isdiscontinued and only blurayis avalible.

[QUOTE="JustPlainLucas"] And I actually don't even like Netflix to be honest, since it's putting places like Hollywood Video and Blockbuster Video out of business.raven_squad

I don't see a reason to. The only thing you would gain by the enhanced resolution for the most part on older films is more noticeable film grain.

[QUOTE="MistressMinako"] What's with all this Netflix hate? That's the dark cruel world of business... they will find anything possible to make money out of the people... and if their competitors can't step it up, that's it for the business. At least Blockbuster is trying.JustPlainLucas

I love redbox.:? They just need to start sticking games in their machines as well.

Hey, I understand it's business, but that doesn't mean I like it. I also know you love Netflix, but I don't have a fast enough connection to support downloading and streaming. I also don't like waiting for movies to arrive in the mail when I used to go to my local Blockbuster or Hollywood Video and get it in just a few minutes. I also don't like Red Box, now that I think about it, because it's completely impersonal. I LOVE PHYSICAL STORES DAMMIT!JustPlainLucas

The latest Lord of the Rings rerelease on Blu-Ray has made me think up this question. For a split second, I considered it, then I heard "original theatrical version", and that's when I lost interest. Director's Cut, then maybe. I have only replaced four DVDs with Blu-Ray, and those where the TMNT movies, only because I got such a great deal. If I were a millionaire, than sure, I'd replace every single one of them, but I just don't have the funds for it now.

JustPlainLucas

[QUOTE="sammyjenkis898"] Why exactly do you hate Netflix? Because it's the better business?JustPlainLucas

I actually agree with you. It's sad to see so many people lose their jobs because of store closings round my place. Thats why I stoped shopping online, I would rather go to the store and buy my stuff localy to support my local economy.

But back on topic, no that would be to pricy I am fine with my DVD's.

I'm only replacing my favorite movies, I'm just missing the 2nd and 3rd Harry Potter movies, to have the whole series on blu-ray.judog1

I'm replacing some of them but it's just either my top favorites or films I feel will greatly benefit from an HD makeover. Most of my favorite films though are quite old so unless the Blu-Ray comes with some previously unreleased material (such as in "Sunrise") I'm probably not going to upgrade most of my collection. Right now I'm just picking up titles both big and small if I can find them at a good price.

Although honestly I have well over a thousand DVDs & videos and most of them aren't even available in Blu-Ray so it's not really a decision I have to make all that often thank goodness.

nope, don't got a blu ray playa

No, i won't because here is very little difference between Blu-Ray and DVD, so i just buy DVDs and use the money that i would spend on Blu-Ray player on other things.

From Bestbuy.com:
DVD (84066)
Blu-Ray (3283)

... when Blu-Ray suprasses DVD in numbers, i will officially call DVD worse than Blu-Ray. But, until then, DVD is 25 times better than Blu-Ray.

Hah, you remember that? :lol: Well, first I got to find a cable for my camcorder to connect to my new laptop (I was using Firewire before, which this doesn't support).JustPlainLucas

No, i won't because here is very little difference between Blu-Ray and DVD, so i just buy DVDs and use the money that i would spend on Blu-Ray player on other things.

From Bestbuy.com:
DVD (84066)
Blu-Ray (3283)

... when Blu-Ray suprasses DVD in numbers, i will officially call DVD worse than Blu-Ray. But, until then, DVD is 25 times better than Blu-Ray.

hoola

Does anyone know where Blockbuster stands right now or how long it might take them to go under?jalexbrown