Comments on: Is it illegal to collect movies? http://blogmaverick.com/2004/12/18/is-it-illegal-to-collect-movies/ the mark cuban weblog Sun, 14 Mar 2010 13:04:40 +0000 http://wordpress.com/ hourly 1 By: Milch http://blogmaverick.com/2004/12/18/is-it-illegal-to-collect-movies/#comment-6017 Milch Mon, 28 Aug 2006 11:01:51 +0000 http://blogmaverick.wordpress.com/2004/12/18/is-it-illegal-to-collect-movies/#comment-6017 What do you think about sites listed on that URL: http://www.reviewsarena.com/listall/1 What these kind of site really offer and is this legal? What do you think about sites listed on that URL: http://www.reviewsarena.com/listall/1
What these kind of site really offer and is this legal?

]]> By: wow powerleveling http://blogmaverick.com/2004/12/18/is-it-illegal-to-collect-movies/#comment-6018 wow powerleveling Mon, 28 Aug 2006 11:01:51 +0000 http://blogmaverick.wordpress.com/2004/12/18/is-it-illegal-to-collect-movies/#comment-6018 Now out of that 5 million, 1.5 Million of the purchases are people who chose to buy the DVD instead of going to the theatre (I think 30% is a conservative estimate given the prevalent Home System setups and the areas of the country in the midwest and more rural areas where the theater does not necessarily add to the experience). Now out of that 5 million, 1.5 Million of the purchases are people who chose to buy the DVD instead of going to the theatre (I think 30% is a conservative estimate given the prevalent Home System setups and the areas of the country in the midwest and more rural areas where the theater does not necessarily add to the experience).

]]> By: runescape money http://blogmaverick.com/2004/12/18/is-it-illegal-to-collect-movies/#comment-6019 runescape money Mon, 28 Aug 2006 11:01:51 +0000 http://blogmaverick.wordpress.com/2004/12/18/is-it-illegal-to-collect-movies/#comment-6019 Another bonus; no advertising! Shows are not interrupted by some of the terrible ads out there (as you said, those financial services adverts are sickening). Also, you can speed to the good stuff, who watches the Sopranos intro now? you just want to get to the show. Another bonus; no advertising! Shows are not interrupted by some of the terrible ads out there (as you said, those financial services adverts are sickening). Also, you can speed to the good stuff, who watches the Sopranos intro now? you just want to get to the show.

]]> By: Nero Holmes http://blogmaverick.com/2004/12/18/is-it-illegal-to-collect-movies/#comment-6016 Nero Holmes Mon, 28 Aug 2006 11:01:33 +0000 http://blogmaverick.wordpress.com/2004/12/18/is-it-illegal-to-collect-movies/#comment-6016 I think that movies are one of the best creations in the field of entertainment. Movies make life beautiful and depict stories that inspire. Since you are a movie addict, I can help you with your collection. I have been into collecting suspense thrillers lately. I also have a collection of new movies, which you can view for your pleasure. Like you, I think that collecting movies is just a hobby. Unless used in a bad light, thne nothing is wrong with it. I think that movies are one of the best creations in the field of entertainment. Movies make life beautiful and depict stories that inspire. Since you are a movie addict, I can help you with your collection. I have been into collecting suspense thrillers lately. I also have a collection of new movies, which you can view for your pleasure. Like you, I think that collecting movies is just a hobby. Unless used in a bad light, thne nothing is wrong with it.

]]> By: Brian http://blogmaverick.com/2004/12/18/is-it-illegal-to-collect-movies/#comment-6004 Brian Mon, 28 Aug 2006 11:01:31 +0000 http://blogmaverick.wordpress.com/2004/12/18/is-it-illegal-to-collect-movies/#comment-6004 what magazine are you referring to? what magazine are you referring to?

]]> By: Robert http://blogmaverick.com/2004/12/18/is-it-illegal-to-collect-movies/#comment-6005 Robert Mon, 28 Aug 2006 11:01:31 +0000 http://blogmaverick.wordpress.com/2004/12/18/is-it-illegal-to-collect-movies/#comment-6005 I have downloaded a few movies using BT. It can take a while to DL a good movie. And some are definitely NOT what you were trying to get. I have DL a movie only to discover it was entirely voice overed in Spanish. Amazingly, most movies are of a quality that is still superior to VHS movies. Think about the times you spent good money to go see Gigli, or The Village, or A Thin Red Line and you felt so ripped off. Movies don't give you a money back guarantee. The consumer has no money back guarantee at the theater. The consumer is basically powerless in this monetary transaction. So DL a movie, watch it. If you enjoy it, buy it. Support the artists that provide the material you want to see. Maybe the Movie Studios should set up Pay Pal sites so people can contribute money for the entertainment they enjoy? I have downloaded a few movies using BT. It can take a while to DL a good movie. And some are definitely NOT what you were trying to get. I have DL a movie only to discover it was entirely voice overed in Spanish. Amazingly, most movies are of a quality that is still superior to VHS movies.

Think about the times you spent good money to go see Gigli, or The Village, or A Thin Red Line and you felt so ripped off. Movies don’t give you a money back guarantee. The consumer has no money back guarantee at the theater. The consumer is basically powerless in this monetary transaction. So DL a movie, watch it. If you enjoy it, buy it. Support the artists that provide the material you want to see.

Maybe the Movie Studios should set up Pay Pal sites so people can contribute money for the entertainment they enjoy?

]]> By: Philip Yusenda http://blogmaverick.com/2004/12/18/is-it-illegal-to-collect-movies/#comment-6006 Philip Yusenda Mon, 28 Aug 2006 11:01:31 +0000 http://blogmaverick.wordpress.com/2004/12/18/is-it-illegal-to-collect-movies/#comment-6006 Agree wholeheartedly! For example, I'm a fan of Blade series. When "Blade Trinity" came out in Bangkok, I choose to watch it on Siam Square Theatre, where they have DTS sound that can guarantee full experience with the movie. There is a choice of buying the DVD in Panthip IT Plaza for 150 baht (USD 4), but since I know the movie can only be enjoyed with a good sound system, I still choose theatre. So, when will Hollywood change their bussiness model? Agree wholeheartedly!
For example, I’m a fan of Blade series. When “Blade Trinity” came out in Bangkok, I choose to watch it on Siam Square Theatre, where they have DTS sound that can guarantee full experience with the movie. There is a choice of buying the DVD in Panthip IT Plaza for 150 baht (USD 4), but since I know the movie can only be enjoyed with a good sound system, I still choose theatre.
So, when will Hollywood change their bussiness model?

]]> By: Matt Adcock http://blogmaverick.com/2004/12/18/is-it-illegal-to-collect-movies/#comment-6007 Matt Adcock Mon, 28 Aug 2006 11:01:31 +0000 http://blogmaverick.wordpress.com/2004/12/18/is-it-illegal-to-collect-movies/#comment-6007 Mmmmm DVD extras are the key... Even though here in the UK you can buy pirate DVD's at most street markets - I can never bring myself to purchase them. As an avid collector of films I have to have the proper covers, and lust after the additional footage, interviews and added value content on many official releases. Mmmmm DVD extras are the key…
Even though here in the UK you can buy pirate DVD’s at most street markets – I can never bring myself to purchase them.
As an avid collector of films I have to have the proper covers, and lust after the additional footage, interviews and added value content on many official releases.

]]> By: Sal Collora http://blogmaverick.com/2004/12/18/is-it-illegal-to-collect-movies/#comment-6008 Sal Collora Mon, 28 Aug 2006 11:01:31 +0000 http://blogmaverick.wordpress.com/2004/12/18/is-it-illegal-to-collect-movies/#comment-6008 The one issue here is that theatres have to make money. By releasing on DVD the same day as the theater, it will ripple across multiple people. As a parent, it costs me $100 for dinner and a movie because of babysitting costs. Generally, we just go to Blockbuster and rent the movie for 4 bucks and watch it on my big screen TV. I agree with the folks who say the DVD release should be two months after the theatrical. That way there is still value in exclusivity for the theatres, and we video people don't have to wait as long. ..Sal The one issue here is that theatres have to make money. By releasing on DVD the same day as the theater, it will ripple across multiple people.

As a parent, it costs me $100 for dinner and a movie because of babysitting costs. Generally, we just go to Blockbuster and rent the movie for 4 bucks and watch it on my big screen TV.

I agree with the folks who say the DVD release should be two months after the theatrical. That way there is still value in exclusivity for the theatres, and we video people don’t have to wait as long.

..Sal

]]> By: Goldenpi http://blogmaverick.com/2004/12/18/is-it-illegal-to-collect-movies/#comment-6009 Goldenpi Mon, 28 Aug 2006 11:01:31 +0000 http://blogmaverick.wordpress.com/2004/12/18/is-it-illegal-to-collect-movies/#comment-6009 What about region-staged releases? The MPAA website has a section dedicated to the evils of "Parallel Import Piracy." (A bit of small print says this may or may not be legal in your country). They considered unauthorised international transport of non-infringing DVDs such a serious threat they implimented the DVD region system. But, why? If they have a DVD available in the US while us Brits are either unable to legally watch or can only view in the cinema, it seems quite clear that there will be a very high demand for DVDs - which, asside from the issue of disableing that region system - can be legally imported. What about region-staged releases? The MPAA website has a section dedicated to the evils of “Parallel Import Piracy.” (A bit of small print says this may or may not be legal in your country). They considered unauthorised international transport of non-infringing DVDs such a serious threat they implimented the DVD region system. But, why? If they have a DVD available in the US while us Brits are either unable to legally watch or can only view in the cinema, it seems quite clear that there will be a very high demand for DVDs – which, asside from the issue of disableing that region system – can be legally imported.

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