...What's a DVD?

matt said:

Secondary Inspection

1. Taking the vehicle apart, bit by bit and not putting back together again

luv4u said:

One time I got sent to secondary, and they forced me to go into a building so I couldn't watch them do the car search. Of course, they found nothing illegal in my car, and I was eventually allowed to re-enter the U.S. and proceed on my way.

When I got to my hotel in Novi, Michigan (less than an hour away), I unpacked my trunk and discovered that the U.S. Customs agents had broken two of the plastic fasteners that held the trunk interior panels to the body. Instead of telling me what they'd done, they just repacked my trunk and sent me on my way, knowing that I wouldn't discover the damage until after I left Customs. I know that I didn't break the fasteners because I had to remove and reinsert them all just a few months ago when I wired up the car for satellite radio. (The fasteners were these two-piece things that easily pop out if you know what to do, but they'd break if you try to pry them out by brute force.)

Fortunately, I had a colleague who used to work for Customs, and he let me in on a little secret: all damage claims against Customs are processed at a discreet office in Indianapolis, where, by coincidence, I just happened to live at the time. So I served Customs at that location with a tort claim notice for about $4.50. (I bought the replacement parts from the dealer and fixed the car myself.)

Customs agreed to pay the claim. I was hoping to get a check, which I intended to frame, but instead I got this voucher that required me to give Customs my bank routing and account numbers. No way was I going to do that.

In the end, even though I spent like $20 (not including my time) to win my $4.50 claim, I felt it was a victory for the "little guy" and a reminder to the feds that they are accountable to the citizens.

With all that said, I have never been hassled by Canadian Customs. Less than one year after 9/11, I got into Canada at Niagara Falls with no ID or citizenships papers whatsoever. It went like this:

Canadian Customs agent: Where do you live?

Me: Indianapolis, Indiana.

Canadian Customs agent: Where are you going?

Me: Detroit, Michigan.

Canadian Customs agent: So you're just passing through Canada?

Me: Yes.

Canadian Customs agent: Okay. Have a nice day.

Thanks for all the info on this dvd. I just ordered and look forward to watching! I'll be happy to get rid of the brizilian copy.

I have 2 Qs.....
1st..why is it only available in Canada?
2nd.....Is it official or a bootleg release?

TheFreakerFantastic said:

1st -- Because Alliance Atlantis is a Canadian Company, They own Odeon Films (the distributor of the film) You should read though my posts on this thread because I have posted some infofmation on this subject.

2nd -- It is an official release.
[Edited 1/31/05 6:53am]

slm4m said:

This is possibly my favourite thread here, EVER...

But, I do have a few questions...

Who is the distributor?
What is the film transfer like?
Is it widescreen?
What is the sound mix like. Is it 5.1 and does it use all the speakers?
Where do the b vox and crowd noise sit in the mix?
Is it the old soundtrack or has it been remastered?
I love the guitar solo in "I Could Never...". How does it sound?
Are there any points or tracks where the sound really stands out?
How clear is the video transfer and are the wide shots any good?
Do you think the guys who did this were Prince fans?
Are there any bonus features?
Should I keep my VHS copy anyway?
Where can I buy it?

Hope you can help...

misty2k said:

Smart.. sarcasm..right.

slm4m said:

Yes, big dollops of sarcasm. I couldn't resist.

But seriously, I think you wrote a great review and look forward to receiving my copy soon.


Dee

P.S. This isn't the Brazilian version from a couple of years back is it?

misty2k said:

sarcasm... I can never tell when someone uses sarcasm. No, it is not the one from Brazil. (ha.. Ha.)

I just ordered SOTT and UTCM from Amazon.ca thanks to this thread. I don't believe I've ever watched SOTT right through.. looking forward to this one

sabaisabai said:

Well, I'm glad this thread helped... enjoy!

slm4m said:

Got mine on Friday - great!

BTW, apparently U Got The Look has always been of a lesser visual quality than the rest of the film:

(From a 1987 NY Times review)
"Among the highlights of the show are the long version of ''Forever in My Life'' and the playful ''U Got the Look,'' performed with Sheena Easton and photographed somewhat more grainily than the rest of the footage. The film was obviously assembled in a hurry, and its seams show. But its energy never flags."

http://query.nytimes.com/...A961948260

jcfii said:

The difference in quality seen in the U Got The Look segment comes from the fact that it was pulled from the promo video. They needed the clip for the film for some reason, so they took the interlaced video footage and transfered it to film stock.

noahzark4 said:

seriously ?? 13 songs ??? thats it ??
whats that about ???

in case any one missed the thread with all the beautiful screen caps...



http://www.prince.org/msg/7/131170



and in my opinion, the disk is worth every cent for the 11 minute jam that is "forever in my life"

Well I finally got my copy and it is really really good. Such a joy to be able to really enjoy the show and appreciate all over again just how awesome it was.

My copy arrived yesterday and I have thoroughly enjoyed it. It's like seeing it for the first time. My VHS copy was worn out and now I have the film in all of its visual and sonic glory!!!

Just heard that the copy I ordered last week "has been delayed" by four to six weeks! (sigh)

Maybe it's because so many people have flooded them with orders?

If anyone sees it in stores please give us a holla! - thanks!

Order my copy Jan 31. They said it would ship FEB 1 Or FEB 2. Just checked today now it won't ship until sometime in march. Damn this sucks.

When I get my copy, no doubt I'm gonna wear it out. I freakin' love this concert, but I'm still very pissed that he didn't perform Adore for this joint. One of the best song ever written and it's not on there. Unbelievable. With that said, it's still a kick ass show. A must have not just for Prince fans, but anyone that considers themselves a fan of good music.

mine was delayed too

There has to be another outlet. Keep your eyes peeled

You guys are too late. All the other orgers bought out Amazon.ca's entire supply. There should be copies still in stores in Canada.

jthad1129 said:

me too

apparently Amazon.ca is as disorganized as the US one

I find it hard to believe that it takes Amazon 4-6 weeks to acquire a shipment of SOTT DVDs. I hope that the dvds will be sent within the next 2 weeks. If not, I can have one of my trading contacts up north score a copy for me.
I am surprised that www.cdplus.com doesn't have the SOTT DVD, I have ordered Canadian exclusive DVDs from them before, with no problems. In fact I looked for the SOTT DVD at cdplus.com site before I went over to Amazon.

Milan

rockphantom said:

I bought my copy at AVE which is a cdplus store.
[Edited 2/4/05 7:42am]

It appears to be in stock at CP Plus now

http://www.cdplus.com/cdp...5935206903