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deckard99 · August 22, 2023

9 minutes ago, Manticore4 said:

Okay, so my honest opionion is that the Black Adam (Raro Film one-click) is a definite couple of steps up in improvement from their Nightmare On Elm Street box. First of all, the one-click box itself has that beautiful sort of rubberized texture, along with some *stunning* spot gloss effects:

I also didn't realize until opening this set that one of the slips has an Amray version of the movie, while the other has the WWA steelbook. Both sets include the same booklet with extensive essays in both Italian and English, and the Collector's Envelope has some of the most beautiful cards I've seen in any set, with much spot-varnish/gloss on every card. However, the paper they are using for the envelopes and cards seems to be a little on the thin side compared to most other premium editions. I'd be curious what other collectors think....

Here are just a few examples of the otherwise very beautiful cards (apologies for my poor photographic skills in this low light):

Here are the two slips included:

In short, this set is much better value than the Nightmare On Elm Street box (even though you do get 7 films in that set), but I honestly think this one is priced about $100 higher than it should be. Again, I'd be curious what other collectors think about this set.

Dutifully submitted for John @Masterblaster and Ken @deckard99 by your loyal correspondent….

Brian

@Manticore4

Thanks Brian, this does indeed look like a step in the right direction!

hansreinhardt · August 22, 2023

12 minutes ago, Manticore4 said:

Okay, so my honest opinion is that the Black Adam (Raro Film one-click) is a definite couple of steps up in improvement from their Nightmare On Elm Street box. First of all, the one-click box itself has that beautiful sort of rubberized texture, along with some *stunning* spot gloss effects:

I also didn't realize until opening this set that one of the slips has an Amray version of the movie, while the other has the WWA steelbook. Both sets include the same booklet with extensive essays in both Italian and English, and the Collector's Envelope has some of the most beautiful cards I've seen in any set, with much spot-varnish/gloss on every card. However, the paper they are using for the envelopes and cards seems to be a little on the thin side compared to most other premium editions. I'd be curious what other collectors think....

Here are just a few examples of the otherwise very beautiful cards (apologies for my poor photographic skills in this low light):

Here are the two slips included:

In short, this set is much better value than the Nightmare On Elm Street box (even though you do get 7 films in that set), but I honestly think this one is priced about $100 higher than it should be. Again, I'd be curious what other collectors think about this set.

Dutifully submitted for John @Masterblaster and Ken @deckard99 by your loyal correspondent….

Brian

@Manticore4

I am pleasantly surprised at the quality of this—looks really good, that spot gloss is awesome. Honestly, was a little nervous about my one RaroFilm group buy (2001) but this makes me feel better about it. Thanks @Manticore4 for the thorough unboxing and analysis!

Manticore4 · August 22, 2023

17 minutes ago, hansreinhardt said:

I am pleasantly surprised at the quality of this—looks really good, that spot gloss is awesome. Honestly, was a little nervous about my one RaroFilm group buy (2001) but this makes me feel better about it. Thanks @Manticore4 for the thorough unboxing and analysis!

Thanks for your thoughts--I don't think my photos do the set any true justice. Other more talented photographers will more than likely post better photos in the coming days, but I was happy to be a pioneering guinea pig for opening my set. The sparkle on the OC box is mesmerizing!

Edited August 22, 2023 by Manticore4

MoneySniper · August 22, 2023

New steelbook just arrived,

Logan by Manta Lab (DL)

Now that this has arrived I have now completed my Logan collection.

ukade2327 · August 22, 2023

4 hours ago, MoneySniper said:

New steelbook just arrived,

Logan by Manta Lab (DL)

Now that this has arrived I have now completed my Logan collection.

Nice … do you have the special box they did for this release…?…

tr0llhatt · August 22, 2023

18 hours ago, Manticore4 said:

In short, this set is much better value than the Nightmare On Elm Street box (even though you do get 7 films in that set), but I honestly think this one is priced about $100 higher than it should be. Again, I'd be curious what other collectors think about this set.

While I don't have any Raro editions this is very nice to read and see to be honest, maybe I'll give them a go in the future when/if they do a title I'm interested in 😎

MoneySniper · August 22, 2023

2 hours ago, ukade2327 said:

Nice … do you have the special box they did for this release…?…

Opted not to get that as I mainly wanted to get the slips for this movie. However I do want the La La Land special box.

jwhitm3 · August 23, 2023

23 hours ago, deckard99 said:

Thanks Brian, this does indeed look like a step in the right direction!

Is that why so few joined the Dunkirk GB?

Manticore4 · August 23, 2023

58 minutes ago, jwhitm3 said:

Is that why so few joined the Dunkirk GB?

That didn’t stop me, I’m glad now that I did sign up for DUNKIRK.

ncraft · August 23, 2023

Today's deliveries : Weird Science and the Bruce Lee at Golden Harvest set, both from Arrow. The Bruce Lee set is fantastic, and well worth the coin.

Cornrow · August 23, 2023

Last month's deliveries; manta lab inception 3 slips & OC!

Cornrow · August 23, 2023

Manta lab Matrix ; revolutions DL & OC

Cornrow · August 23, 2023

And finally FAC : Schilnder's list😀

CAYENNE-FAHRER · August 23, 2023

Thank you all for the pics, I'm always happy to see the beautiful editions,

I'm in the wood class and have to be careful with the likes

vinny91 · August 23, 2023

today, a reception from PLAION :

Great Mediabook for High Tension ... with a glossy finish , and 3 discs (4K , 2D + bluray Bonus).

Another horror movie I really like ! So I got an MB for Martyr, High Tension, Eden Lake !

Two movies are missing for my top 5 horror movie ...

- "The Descent" but there is many edition, don't know which are the best for content & quality.

- And the last is "The Hill have Eyes" from Alex Aja, not an easy choice for the MB, I'd like the uncut edition.

CAYENNE-FAHRER · August 23, 2023

new

original chain by Dominic Toretto

jwhitm3 · August 23, 2023

Literally ran inside like a kid on Christmas

Noir21 · August 23, 2023

On 8/22/2023 at 2:04 PM, MoneySniper said:

New steelbook just arrived,

Logan by Manta Lab (DL)

Now that this has arrived I have now completed my Logan collection.

😍

Boilersteel · August 24, 2023

With my latest pick up, I now have all the Blufans MCU steelbooks until the next discless ones are released, all 18 of them. Blufans is truly the king of steelbooks. 👑

hansreinhardt · August 24, 2023

Just in: The Matrix Manta Lab FS. Love that they brought back the purple motif from the original poster art, and the spot gloss looks awesome in person. Was late to the party on these, I've got Reloaded coming my way too, and I just joined the Revolutions GB here on MP a few days ago. Already got the Resurrections full slip, so looking forward to completing the collection!