What dvd to buy R1 or R2


Hi all!

There are two dvd´s out there - one by Image (R1), and another newer one by Bongo films (yes that´s the name) (R2). Anyono knows something about these releases in comparison?

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Hi Martin

"In 2002 a limited edition release of The Saragossa Manuscript on DVD occurred via distributor Image Entertainment. This DVD was the first DVD release from the newly restored digital master and before Mr Bongo's acquisition of distribution rights the DVD was changing hands for $65 upwards second hand and $100-200 new on Amazon.com.

In the Mr Bongo DVD release 2008, the picture quality and sound have been further cleaned up and sub-titles re-edited for improved accuracy. Mr Bongo also facilitated the production of a new 35mm print for the BFI (British Film Institute) which since has screened at BAM (Brooklyn Academy of Music)."

Taken from: http://thesaragossamanuscript.info/history-novel-film-dvd.html

Try the above url for a full history of The Saragossa Manuscript from its multiple translations of the novel, to the different length film versions, and now its two DVD releases. Its a story as complicated as the plot line itself.

The problem with the Mr Bongo DVD release is a complete lack of extras, however they did commission the website above to give people further info.

Timjim (Saragossa Site admin)

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There is a 2 discs spanish edition!

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too bad that link is expired.



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