[pace83]

Anyone know the cheapest place to get these on R1 as it looks like a R2 release wont be happening.

thanks

[KevD]

DVD Pacific are the cheapest at £23 Delivered Here and In my experience are very customs friendly so you shouldnt get charged customs.

At the moment DeepDiscountDVD have a 20% sale (until tomorrow, discount code DD1123) and it make it £21.53 and should be Ok for customs, Here

These seem yo be the best deals at the moment

[crunchman]

I'm confused, my uk versions of seasons 1 and 2 are presented in what I believe was the broadcast format, 1.78:1.

Yet the American releases are 1.33:1, it doesn't seem right that we're getting the better versions.


Any idea what the E.T.A of season 3 is ?

I'm waiting for W/S R2 UK dvds for S3 onwards too

[MrFurious]

excellent this,best prog on tv ever imo, cant wait for the rest of this season to air

[redwing]

brilliant brilliant brilliant !

sorry not much help but I love The Sheild only just slightly behind 24 as my fav programme ever .

[rhythmslave]

Amazon have season 4 on offer at the moment at $29.97. With shipping it comes in under £20.

http://www.amazon.com/Shield-Complet...?ie=UTF8&s=dvd

They have season 3 at $34.47, but this is slightly over the £18 vat limit. It all depends on what mood the Customs man is in.

http://www.amazon.com/Shield-Complet...?ie=UTF8&s=dvd

[h0l1yw0od]

Just seen on EzDVD that they're getting season 3 in April. As Oz is Pal as well i looked a little deeper and have read a comment on Wikipedia that Season 3 will be coming out on region 2 as well!!! Whoop-de-doo!!!!

Be nice to get an explanation as to why its been sooooo freakin' long.

Hope i'm not 30 before season 4 comes out!

[bosque]

Originally Posted by crunchman

I'm confused, my uk versions of seasons 1 and 2 are presented in what I believe was the broadcast format, 1.78:1.

Yet the American releases are 1.33:1, it doesn't seem right that we're getting the better versions.


Any idea what the E.T.A of season 3 is ?

Not sure how much you care about original aspect ratios but the creator of The Shield intends it to be seen at 1.33, which is how it's broadcast in the States and released on DVD. The format used on the Channel 5 broadcasts and the two DVD box sets is not a better version - it's pandering to those who insist that the picture "fills their screens".

[redwing]

Love the shield started a few threads on it so i wont bang on but just a heads up to say if anyone didnt know Hallmark channel has been showing The sheild series 3 at 10 pm . I think its just finished it but keep an eye out as it may repeat or show the next series.

[crunchman]

Originally Posted by bosque

Not sure how much you care about original aspect ratios but the creator of The Shield intends it to be seen at 1.33, which is how it's broadcast in the States and released on DVD. The format used on the Channel 5 broadcasts and the two DVD box sets is not a better version - it's pandering to those who insist that the picture "fills their screens".

Yeah realized that after doing a bit more research into the region 1 releases.

Fortunately I now own seasons 1-4 on region 1

[PoochJD]

Hi,

I can officially confirm that Sony will NOW be releasing Seasons 3 and 4 of "The Shield" on Region 2 DVD (UK) this year, and will then be releasing Seasons 5 and 6 next year as well.

All UK versions will be anamorphic 1.78:1 widescreen versions, with a tiny sprinkling of extras.

The Season 3 and 4 sets should be out around June and October 2007 respectively, for about £27-99 each (RRP).

Sony haven't announced why there has been a delay, but they have said that "The Shield" WILL DEFINITELY BE COMING OUT in the UK on DVD.




Pooch

[samjpullen]

Originally Posted by bosque

Not sure how much you care about original aspect ratios but the creator of The Shield intends it to be seen at 1.33, which is how it's broadcast in the States and released on DVD. The format used on the Channel 5 broadcasts and the two DVD box sets is not a better version - it's pandering to those who insist that the picture "fills their screens".

I don't care what the Creator wants it to look like, i have had both regions and the R2 looks better, not just because it *fills the screen*, it looks alot better at 1.78:1 to me

[bosque]

Originally Posted by MDX

I don't care what the Creator wants it to look like, i have had both regions and the R2 looks better, not just because it *fills the screen*, it looks alot better at 1.78:1 to me

You obviously know better than the show's creator how it should be shown. Well done

[PoochJD]

Bosque,

I don't mean to sound snooty, but your response to MDX's comments, come across as rather rude.

I have seen both the widescreen and fullscreen versions of some "The Shield" episodes, and I have to agree with MDX. Simply put, the picture appears to look more natural, and better composed in widescreen, than it does in 4:3. Also, I think you gain a tiny fraction more image at the sides, although you loose a fraction of the image at the top/bottom. But, having said that, in crowded scenes, where the camera has a lot of people in one, (specifically in scenes at "The Barn"), it seems more sensible to have a widescreen format, than a 4:3 version which looks cramped.

And, likewise, irrespective of what the show's creator may have oriignally intended, if their claim held any weight, they wouldn't have allowed widescreen versions to be released in European territories. Almost every new show made, in the last few years, has had to be made with 16:9 encoding being borne in mind by the show's production crews. So, even if a show does end-up being aired in 4:3, it should still be intended to be made suitable for 16:9 widescreen monitors/screens.


Pooch

[bosque]

Originally Posted by PoochJD

Bosque,

I don't mean to sound snooty, but your response to MDX's comments, come across as rather rude.

I have seen both the widescreen and fullscreen versions of some "The Shield" episodes, and I have to agree with MDX. Simply put, the picture appears to look more natural, and better composed in widescreen, than it does in 4:3. Also, I think you gain a tiny fraction more image at the sides, although you loose a fraction of the image at the top/bottom. But, having said that, in crowded scenes, where the camera has a lot of people in one, (specifically in scenes at "The Barn"), it seems more sensible to have a widescreen format, than a 4:3 version which looks cramped.

And, likewise, irrespective of what the show's creator may have oriignally intended, if their claim held any weight, they wouldn't have allowed widescreen versions to be released in European territories. Almost every new show made, in the last few years, has had to be made with 16:9 encoding being borne in mind by the show's production crews. So, even if a show does end-up being aired in 4:3, it should still be intended to be made suitable for 16:9 widescreen monitors/screens.


Pooch

The Shield is shot in widescreen then edited to 4:3 in order to give it that tight, cramped, gritty feel that the show's creator, Shawn Ryan, believes suits the storylines and the overall tone of the show. The editing process also masks the mikes and other crew machinery that aren't meant to be seen but which creep through in the region 2 versions. It might look "good" on widescreen monitors because it fills the screen but you're not seeing it as the show's creator intended when you buy region 2 versions with the wrong aspect ratio.

[SeedyR]

Originally Posted by PoochJD

Hi,

I can officially confirm that Sony will NOW be releasing Seasons 3 and 4 of "The Shield" on Region 2 DVD (UK) this year, and will then be releasing Seasons 5 and 6 next year as well.

All UK versions will be anamorphic 1.78:1 widescreen versions, with a tiny sprinkling of extras.

The Season 3 and 4 sets should be out around June and October 2007 respectively, for about £27-99 each (RRP).

Sony haven't announced why there has been a delay, but they have said that "The Shield" WILL DEFINITELY BE COMING OUT in the UK on DVD.




Pooch

Play.com have The Shield Season 3 listed for June 18 on Region 2 DVD. In their specs, it says 4:3 fullscreen, maybe this is wrong?

Originally Posted by Craigy Boy

Play.com have The Shield Season 3 listed for June 18 on Region 2 DVD. In their specs, it says 4:3 fullscreen, maybe this is wrong?

I was going to post the same thing. Somebody please tell me they're not going to release The Shield in 4:3

[samjpullen]

Originally Posted by bosque

The Shield is shot in widescreen then edited to 4:3 in order to give it that tight, cramped, gritty feel that the show's creator, Shawn Ryan, believes suits the storylines and the overall tone of the show. The editing process also masks the mikes and other crew machinery that aren't meant to be seen but which creep through in the region 2 versions. It might look "good" on widescreen monitors because it fills the screen but you're not seeing it as the show's creator intended when you buy region 2 versions with the wrong aspect ratio.

Sorry but I think what Pooch was saying it that he like me prefers the widescreen aspect of the show, sometimes I agree with the creator and sometimes I don't.

It doesn’t mean I am wrong in saying that the widescreen version looks better than what the creator wanted, its just I feel the show works better in widescreen than not, no one is in the right just as no one is correct.

It’s down to personal preference at the end of the day.

And by the way, I am not to happy with the way you came across in your reply to mine, I was just saying *I* prefer it in widescreen, regardless of what Mr Ryan intended it to be.

Its in no way disrespecting Mr Ryan because thats how he feels the show should work, I don't. But lets face it if everyone agreed with everyone then life would be very boring indeed.

[bosque]

Originally Posted by MDX

It doesn’t mean I am wrong in saying that the widescreen version looks better than what the creator wanted, its just I feel the show works better in widescreen than not, no one is in the right just as no one is correct.

It’s down to personal preference at the end of the day.

So, in your opinion, you feel you know better than the show's creator how it should be shown ? Actually there is a right way to watch any show and that is the way the creator intends it to be seen (he's told us that The Shield is shot in widescreen then edited to 4:3). Of course, anyone can zoom out the black bars if they don't like them on their screen, or twiddle with the contols to get rid of all that grain, or boost the colour if it's not bright enough for their liking. That just doesn't happen to be the way you're intended to see the show.

[samjpullen]

Originally Posted by bosque

So, in your opinion, you feel you know better than the show's creator how it should be shown ? Actually there is a right way to watch any show and that is the way the creator intends it to be seen (he's told us that The Shield is shot in widescreen then edited to 4:3). Of course, anyone can zoom out the black bars if they don't like them on their screen, or twiddle with the contols to get rid of all that grain, or boost the colour if it's not bright enough for their liking. That just doesn't happen to be the way you're intended to see the show.

Yes and your now becoming an utter moron

[bosque]

Originally Posted by MDX

Yes and your now becoming an utter moron

Is that really the best response you can come up with ?

Originally Posted by bosque

So, in your opinion, you feel you know better than the show's creator how it should be shown ? Actually there is a right way to watch any show and that is the way the creator intends it to be seen (he's told us that The Shield is shot in widescreen then edited to 4:3). Of course, anyone can zoom out the black bars if they don't like them on their screen, or twiddle with the contols to get rid of all that grain, or boost the colour if it's not bright enough for their liking. That just doesn't happen to be the way you're intended to see the show.

what are you on about ? zooming in on a 4:3 image to make it 16:9 ? I'm lost?


yes I also feel I know better than the show's creator. Anyway just because a creator of a particular show said it supposed to be full-screen it doesn't mean it is and looks better... I still maintain that Joss Whedon was also wrong in saying that Buffy is always as he intended it . That's why it looks so much better in widescreen, more cinematic.

Anyway Channel 5 showed the shield in wide screen and the first two seasons DVDs were widescreen there's no way I'm going to pay for 4:3 when I've watched it in widescreen.

[bosque]

Originally Posted by west

what are you on about ? zooming in on a 4:3 image to make it 16:9 ? I'm lost?

Are you telling me or asking me ? I'm confused with all the question marks, (assuming you actually know why they are placed at the end of your sentence).

You may not be aware that a lot of film fans fought a long battle to get the studios to respect film-makers' original aspect ratio (OAR), so seeing it dismissed by some of today's audiences gets on some peoples' nerves.

[samjpullen]

Originally Posted by bosque

Are you telling me or asking me ? I'm confused with all the question marks, (assuming you actually know why they are placed at the end of your sentence).

You may not be aware that a lot of film fans fought a long battle to get the studios to respect film-makers' original aspect ratio (OAR), so seeing it dismissed by some of today's audiences gets on some peoples' nerves.

Good, its about personal opinions, i respect that Mr Ryan might have wanted it in 4:3 but i feel he is wrong and 16:9 looks alot better for a show like The Shield.

End of story.

[bosque]

Originally Posted by MDX

Good, its about personal opinions, i respect that Mr Ryan might have wanted it in 4:3 but i feel he is wrong and 16:9 looks alot better for a show like The Shield.

Agreed (about the personal opinions, not the apect ratio ). Curiously enough, in season 4 there was an episode of the US screenings which was filmed in widescreen: it was set mostly in The Barn and used loads of close-ups, so I'm not sure why they needed the wide format. Just ordered season 5 which is out on region 1 DVDs at the end of March.

Originally Posted by bosque

Are you telling me or asking me ? I'm confused with all the question marks, (assuming you actually know why they are placed at the end of your sentence).

it was a question , a series of questions to understand your post.

[bosque]

Originally Posted by west

it was a question , a series of questions to understand your post.

So "I'm lost ?" was a question ? Perhaps you can suggest a suitable answer.