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  • #31
    Don gave an update on SUSPIRIA:
    Interesting observations about SUSPIRIA after two days. First, it is the most difficult project I've ever done in my career. Second, the original negative will require extensive restoration. There are tears, dirt, splices, scratches and printed in fingerprints all over it, which begs the question: What did they use in 2007 for that blown out transfer? This doesn't look like the same element they used and, if it is, then someone severely damaged it since they scanned it. Also, who has the original Italian opening credits negative, because it is gone from the vault? We recreated the titles using the original title transparencies that WERE still on file in the vault, thankfully. The 2007 master does have extensive DNR restoration corruption (along with the blown out highlights), but there is much more severe damage to the negative that doesn't seem present on the old master. Third, it looks like all previous transfers in 2.35:1 have been zoomed in slightly to remove splice marks, glue, etc. The film frames perfectly, with more info showing on all four sides on ours, in an aspect ratio of 2.40:1, which JUUUUUSST hides the majority of bottom splices that were visible in 2.39:1.
    This is exhilarating, challenging, fun and it's going to look awesome.

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    • #32
      Originally posted by Derrick King View Post
      Don gave an update on SUSPIRIA:

      You guys might finally get to see a US blu-ray in 2040 It sounds to me like a hell of a lot of work needs to be done. With expectations high with everyone claiming that this will be the holy grail of releases already, then I seriously hope it turns out as planned. I have the Uk blu and to be honest I think I'm in a minority in the sense that it doesn't bother me so much. I will obviously buy the Synapse release if it turns out to be the best release. I have my fingers crossed, just I'm not going to implode if it doesn't turn out as hoped.

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      • #33
        "Here are some sample test images created for sizing, basic color, etc. Certainly not final color, or final restored images (we still need to do restoration,and boy does this film need it). Just posting them here, so you can see some samples of the preliminary work."

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          If you have a FB account and want to see bigger versions, they're here.
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          • #35
            Pretty, pretty!
            'You know, I'd almost forgotten what your eyes looked like. Still the same. Pissholes in the snow'

            http://www.paul-a-j-lewis.com (my photography website)
            'All explaining in movies can be thrown out, I think': Elmore Leonard

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            • #36
              The dance academy isn't hot pink!

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                • #38
                  it was me. sorry about the splicing, y'all.

                  man, i can't friggin' wait for this Blu.
                  "My mouth is laughing but my mind is not." -Me, I said that.

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                  • #39
                    I remember Lustig saying there was a lot of pressure putting together the DVD for Suspiria because no one was buying it to enjoy the movie. I'm sure Don will deliver the goods but I'm glad I'm not him right now.
                    "Never let the fact that they are doing it wrong stop you from doing it right." Hyman Mandell.

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                    • #40
                      Originally posted by Dom D View Post
                      I remember Lustig saying there was a lot of pressure putting together the DVD for Suspiria because no one was buying it to enjoy the movie. I'm sure Don will deliver the goods but I'm glad I'm not him right now.
                      If there's one thing the internet has taught me over the years its that there's never a shortage of things for people to bitch about. No matter how good this release turns out someone's going to try their hardest to put a damper on it.
                      LA PASIÓN ESPAÑOL: THE EROTIC MELODRAMAS OF VICENTE ARANDA (1991-1999)

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                      • #41
                        "no one was buying it to enjoy the movie" !!!! LOL

                        this pretty much sums up how i feel about people who obsess over formats and film grain and 1080p and all that crap. does the movie look good on your giant ass TV? yes it probably does.
                        "My mouth is laughing but my mind is not." -Me, I said that.

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                        • #42
                          Don posted this yesterday:

                          "It's Friday! Soon will begin another day of color correction on SUSPIRIA (another beautiful shot from our restoration below... and it isn't even final color or restoration)! But first, we need to finish the last reel of an as-yet-unannounced title for Synapse Films today. Reel 5 of this "secret" film has been re-delivered (we had to rescan it to make sure the issues we saw weren't scan related) and we're ready to rock it. Maybe I'll post some screengrabs from this title as a Friday surprise. Head on over to our Synapse Films Facebook page for the newest updates and info! "
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                          • #43
                            Anything get posted?

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                            • #44
                              Neat cover art for the '84 Media book releases....

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                              • #45
                                A few more variations from '84 (Me? I'm still just going to sit tight and wait for Synapse).

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