Released in 1982 and directed by Ridley Scott starring Harrison Ford. I am a huge fan of this movie and received the Ultimate Collector's Edition DVD box set last week for which I have been enjoying immensely. DVD box set includes the Final Cut version (2007), Directors Cut version, the original theatrical versions both domestic and international and the ultra-rare pre-release Workprint. A complete documentary on the making of the movie, extended interviews with Philip K. Dick (author of "Do Androids Dream Of Electric Sheep" which was the basis for the movie), the screen tests, all of the deleted scenes and much more. There's 5 DVDs worth of material here. Box set also includes a rare art folio, some toy figurines and a lenticular film clip all housed in a replica Deckard brief case.

Excellent packaging. A true fan's delight.

That is a great movie...!

yup. One movie you never tire of.

One of the few DVDs I own. I received the Directors Cut (single DVD) as a gift some years back. It's one of my favorites as well as the story "Do Androids Dream Of Electric Sheep."

Great movie. It seemed so futuristic in 1982... not so much, now. More prophetic.

Sean Young never looked more beautiful.

Great movie.

Snade

This is my all-time favorite movie. :yes:
Tom

One of the best..........but, I don't recall seeing the replicant HF ran off with in the end in any other movie.

One of the best..........but, I don't recall seeing the replicant HF ran off with in the end in any other movie.

I don't follow you.

Edit:

The original theatrical version has Deckard driving off in the sunset with Rachael in the end. It also included the Deckard overvoices. The Dirctors Cut version omitted the Deckard overvoices and the "happy" ending. This new DVD set includes a bunch of stuff y'all have never seen/heard including overvoices and more alternate endings. It's such a great package.

I have yet to watch the Final Cut version yet. I always loved the original theatrical version personally.

This is my all-time favorite movie. :yes:
TomYep I'm a big fan as well. I'll be watching it in HD this weekend. :thmbsp:

I don't follow you.The beautiful auburn haired replicant that HF took off with at the end of the movie. An actress I do not recall seeing in any other role in any other movie.

Ooooooo yea! One of my Top 10 of all time and a sure Desert Island choice.

For Yamaha B-2 --- Sean Young was the replicant, and she's done lots of stuff, and most of it tabloid worthy ....

Silly Rabbit! :thmbsp: One of the best Sci-Fi flicks ever in my book.... :yes:

The beautiful auburn haired replicant that HF took off with at the end of the movie. An actress I do not recall seeing in any other role in any other movie.

Oh, HF=Harrison Ford. Now I get it. Yes, as Scorpion mentioned, that was Sean Young playing the very beautiful Rachael. Man, she was a knock-out. There's deleted footage included in the box set with Deckard and her in quite a love making episode.

--- Sean Young was the replicant, and she's done lots of stuff, and most of it tabloid worthy ....With my steady diet of 3-4 movies a year, not too surprising that I would miss her work. :D

Well, she was QUITE the dish in that flick, and one I would have drove off with too ..... but she had an actress reputation in reality of being (shall we say) difficult x 10. Still, that in no way detracts from the flick which was superb.

Was Deckard a replicant?

The answer is revealed in this box set. You may (or may not) be surprised.

There's deleted footage included in the box set with Deckard and her in quite a love making episode.

Argh! @&^$#@*& Now I'm gonna HAFTA run right out and get it ..... ARGH!!!

Argh! @&^$#@*& Now I'm gonna HAFTA run right out and get it ..... ARGH!!!

It's hot.

The DVD documentary includes plenty of interviews with Sean Young 25 years in the future. She's not looking bad although showing her age a touch.

Brion James, who played the character Leon Kowalksi died in 1999 of a heart attack at the age of 54. I did not know that. RIP Brion.

My first copy on VHS had the overvoices. And I rather like it that way. So I was disappointed when I got the director's cut DVD and it didn't have them. Not so much about the different ending, though. And Sean Young (Rachael) is in Ace Ventura and Dune, that I know of.

Oh, there's two versions of this box set:

Ultimate (which includes everything I described above)
Complete (4 disc package only. Does not include the the 5th disc rare Workprint and, of course, all of the other packaging goodies mentioned above)

Choose your own price point.

I wish they would make some movies like that off Asimov's books...I, Robot had nothing to do with the book!...

i was never a star wars fan. this is the movie. blade runner is in my top 5 all time films and it still holds up today. watching it in hd on a 126 inch screen was great! almost as good as the first time - vhs on a 25 inch sylvania superset!

Y'all would be surprised at how difficult a movie this was to make and how unhappy everyone was from the producers down to the actors and everybody in between. They were really making something special and didn't realize it then. Enough said from me. If you want more y'all just gonna have to buy it.

Cheers

May I borrow it once you've seen it all? :D Postage is about all I'm willing to spend on video.

May I borrow it once you've seen it all? :D Postage is about all I'm willing to spend on video.

You tightwad. I bet you creak when you walk. And when you pull out your wallet a cloud of dust follows.


Love that Chicago humor. :D

And a moth, or two..........

Excellent Movie,

If you ever come across the soundtrack on vinyl, grab it! Very cool :D

Excellent Movie,

If you ever come across the soundtrack on vinyl, grab it! Very cool :D

Vangelis did a wonderful job. There's a segment about that in the documentary. If I ever see that on vinyl I will surely grab a copy. Thanks!

The beautiful auburn haired replicant that HF took off with at the end of the movie. An actress I do not recall seeing in any other role in any other movie.
Internet Movie Database is a great place to look up actors and folks from films and TV ...

Sean Young's listing is here - http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000707/

notable was "No Way Out" a political thriller with Kevin Costner, and a bunch of lesser films.

She was a stunner in Blade Runner, for sure!

(I'm a fan and was gifted the 4 disc re-release for Christmas)

hell yeah! It's on my short list.
One thing:
If Dekker IS a replicant - how come it's so easy to beat the puke out of him?

Dang good film and extremely influential. Every bit as influential as the matrix or Pulp Fiction. I vote for the film sans narration.

If Deckard IS a replicant - how come it's so easy to beat the puke out of him?

Fixed that little error...:)

Who said Deckard was a replicant? ;)

All of your answers are revealed in the box set. There's a very interesting segment that discusses this subject in great detail.

Watched the newest "Directors Cut" last night, loved it but I don't know the film well enough to tell you what's different.

It's set in the early 21st Century so they missed the mark there, we're a long way from flying cars, routine space travel and Replicants. :scratch2:

I have that one in Laserdisc, one of the few that I'll keep (Along with Starwars first 3). The Laserdisc is far superior to any DVD's.

The Laserdisc is far superior to any DVD's.Why do you say that? Do you know what's going on with the latest releases we're discussion here??? I have the Criterion special edition LD version copied and burned to DVD. That version with the extra violence is included in the new DVD releases. The LD version doesn't hold a candle to the same version in HD with the new soundtrack. :no: :no: :no:

It's only my all-time favorite movie. I've seen it dozens of times, owned it on VHS, two versions on Laserdisc, and several versions on DVD. I had heard they Ridley Scott was working on a new DVD set but nothing recently. Imagine my surprise in finding it in our local Fry's just before Christmas. I bought the 4 disc Final Cut version before seeing there was a 5 disc Ultimate Edition, gotta pop for that one.

The wife's and my first date was to see the Director's Cut in an art house theater in San Diego back in 1992.

This will probably be the first movie I watch with the director's commentary.

Martin

I never found Sean Young to be interesting, and only fair to look at. This film, or any. But especially this film.

She was a convincing replicant, though.:boring:

Darryl Hannah, on the other hand, freaky in this flick, well, she, I'd gladly let bloody my nose... :drool:




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She was hot, but a certifiable nutcase in real life. Basically torpedoed her own career.

Blade Runner is my all time favorite Science Fiction movie... Sean Young never looked/acted better.... I remember when the movie first came out I read the book which was not nearly as good as the movie.

I saw the Final Cut in the theater last month right before it came out on DVD and loved it....

I remember when the movie first came out Harrsion Ford didn't like it and probably still doesn't although I consider it his best work.

"a sure Desert Island choice."

Does this comment refer to the movie, or Sean Young

For me it would have to be the latter...:banana:

Darryl Hannah, on the other hand, freaky in this flick, well, she, I'd gladly let bloody my nose... :drool:

She looks so young in that movie but looks alot different now as 25 years of aging has not been kind to her.

In the "making of" documentary Darryl Hannah remarked that while in the casting phase for the part of Pris, she showed up for the audition purposely looking that way while all of her competitors were prim and proper and looking ready to go out on a date. Darryl went on to say that she felt out of place and was certain she wouldn't get the part.

Cheers

One of the best..........but, I don't recall seeing the replicant HF ran off with in the end in any other movie.

Check out Stripes with her and Bill Murrey 1978ish

I have the directors cut on VHS. I've never thought about upgrading to DVD as I should, along with a few others that I have on VHS such as One Flew Over the Cuckoos Nest which happens to be the first movie that I ever saw at a theatre.

Before I plunk down my hard earned cash, I have a couple of questions. What is the advantage of buying the 5 disc set?
And what is the box (briefcase) made out of? Is it metal?

I have the directors cut on VHS. I've never thought about upgrading to DVD as I should, along with a few others that I have on VHS such as One Flew Over the Cuckoos Nest which happens to be the first movie that I ever saw at a theatre.

Before I plunk down my hard earned cash, I have a couple of questions. What is the advantage of buying the 5 disc set?
And what is the box (briefcase) made out of? Is it metal?

The briefcase is a heavy plastic. In the Ultimate Set, disc 5 contains the rare pre-release Workprint which is essentially another version of the movie containing all of the scenes before editing. As I mentioned before, the Ultimate Set also contains a rare art folio, a lenticular film clip and a couple of toy figurines (speeder car and unicorn). Yeah, it's gimmicky, but if you're a hardcore fan then this set is right up your alley.

The four disc set is just that, a four disc set that does not included the pre-release Workprint. Choose your own price point.

Cheers

The briefcase is a heavy plastic. In the Ultimate Set, disc 5 contains the rare pre-release Workprint which is essentially another version of the movie containing all of the scenes before editing. As I mentioned before, the Ultimate Set also contains a rare art folio, a lenticular film clip and a couple of toy figurines (speeder car and unicorn). Yeah, it's gimmicky, but if you're a hardcore fan then this set is right up your alley.

The four disc set is just that, a four disc set that does not included the pre-release Workprint. Choose your own price point.

Cheers

More importantly, the 5 disc set (with or without the briefcase) has the "final cut", which I like better than the earlier versions. Interesting deleted scenes too. Available on BD/HD DVD as well as DVD. This looks FANTASTIC.

Jack

More importantly, the 5 disc set (with or without the briefcase) has the "final cut", which I like better than the earlier versions. Interesting deleted scenes too. Available on BD/HD DVD as well as DVD. This looks FANTASTIC.

Jack
I got the 4 disc set for Christmas - it has the new Final Cut as well as the earlier 3 releases. The only thing it DOESN'T have is the Workprint version, which apparently is also new for this release.
Plus you don't get the plastic collectors box and all the toys.
Me, I just wanted the films!

Anyone care to run down the four disc set's contents?

I believe it's the Director's cut, and the original theatrical release, but the other two- what are they?

And how many versions were released, total? Was it four cuts of the film total, that made the rounds?

One of my favorite movies...and brooding soundtrack by Envangelo Papathanasiou.

Versions (4 disc set)
Final Cut (2007)
Director's Cut (1992)
Original U.S. Theatrical Version
Original International Theatrical Version

Disc 1:
The Final Cut

Disc 2:
Dangerous Days: Making Blade Runner

Disc 3:
U.S. Theatrical Version
International Theatrical Version
Director's Cut

Disc 4:
Inception
The Electric Dreamer: Remember Phillip K. Dick
Sacrificial Sheep: The Novel vs. The Film
Phillip K. Dick: The Blade Runner Interviews

Fabrication
Signs Of The Times: Graphic Design
Fashion Forward: Wardrobe and Styling
Screen Tests: Rachael and Pris
The Light That Burns Bright: Remembering Jordan Cronenweth
Deleted and Alternate Scenes

Longevity
1982 Promotional Featurettes
Trailers
Promoting Dystopia: Rendering The Poster Art
Deck-a-Rep: The True Nature of Rick Deckard
Nexus Generation: Fans and Filmmakers

One of my favorite movies...and brooding soundtrack by Envangelo Papathanasiou.

I did not know his real name. Thanks.

Ah...like tears in rain...

Bwahahahahaha--mine, all mine

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Bwahahahahaha--mine, all mine

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Good for you Walker, fellow Blade Runner aficionado.

Cheers

I got the 5 Disc HD DVD one (non briefcase one) and love it.

Blush Response?

Blush Response?

Only if you care to be Voight-Kampff tested.

Edited by me.

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Deckard...

Of course Deckard is replicant! I thought the directors cut made this pretty clear, with the origami unicorn at the end of the flick?

Of course Deckard is replicant! I thought the directors cut made this pretty clear, with the origami unicorn at the end of the flick?

The interview segment Deck-A-Rep: The Nature Of Rick Deckard explains it all.

The interview segment Deck-A-Rep: The Nature Of Rick Deckard explains it all.

I don't need the interview to tell me who Deckard is....I read the book. Besides what right do they have to spoil that part of the film. I think the Directors cut handled the whole thing rather well, I don't see why they need to clarify it any further.

I don't need the interview to tell me who Deckard is....I read the book. Besides what right do they have to spoil that part of the film. I think the Directors cut handled the whole thing rather well, I don't see why they need to clarify it any further.

Well, excuse me.

Bwahahahahaha--mine, all mine

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I got the 5 Disc HD DVD one (non briefcase one) and love it.

Is the 4-disc version available sans-case?

I'm just in it for the DVDs.

Though that case makes for a badassss collectible.

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Deckard...

Her eyebrows frighten me... even more than her mechanical, vapid acting and incredibly unstable chip-set (no wonder they cast her as a replicant!).

Still prefer miss Hannah...

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Is the 4-disc version available sans-case?

Yes. And clearly described earlier in this thread. I even typed out everything included on the DVDs Paul. What more do you want? Jeez Louise you're a hard sell.

Yes. And clearly described earlier in this thread. I even typed out everything included on the DVDs Paul. What more do you want? Jeez Louise you're a hard sell.

Too many cuts, versions, releases, toys, box sets, packaging and releases for me to keep track of.

I overlooked, I guess.

EDIT- Yep- went back and found it, written out clear as day. Doh!

Sorry. I have a (very weak & feeble?) excuse though- I was finishing off my bottle of Absinthe last night, and dreaming about Miss Hannah trying to kill me by crushing me with her legs...

Man oh man what a way to go that would be :scratch2:

Too many cuts, versions, releases, toys, box sets, packaging and releases for me to keep track of.

Ain't that complicated Paul. You choose to make it that way though.

Cheers

Man oh man what a way to go that would be :scratch2:

Agreed!

I know I'll get flamed for this one, but i tell ya, if I were in the same room with Sean Young, I'd die a slower death- one of boredom!

That punk-rock princess Darryl has so much more going for her...

+1, for sure

Ain't that complicated Paul. You choose to make it that way.

Sorry if I somehow stepped on your toes.

I appreciate your help, and indeed I'll be looking to check out the 4-disc version. Sounds like an incredible treat to be able to watch all four versions of the releases.

Thank you.

In case I sound like I'm not a fan of this box-set-

I studied film in college, and always have enjoyed the different re-releases and tweaked versions of a film, such as Apocalypse Now: Redux, the two versions of Terry Gilliam's Brazil, and the re-released Star Wars films, done with CGI.

I haven't seen the new Donny Darko re-release, which from what I can garner, is mostly changes in the soundtrack.

Four different releases of Blade Runner will make for a very interesting veiwing- I've never seen the international release, just the original US release, and parts of the one sans-voiceover.



So, once again, I apologise if I've offended you or rubbed you the wrong way. I do appreciate your info on this, and look forward to catching all four films.

Paul

Can't get into Hannah . Sean Young's character in this movie hints at an intensity that promises to cause permanent physical damage if properly coaxed. :boink:

Can't get into Hannah . Sean Young's character in this movie hints at an intensity that promises to cause permanent physical damage if properly coaxed. :boink:

I feel if it were a poll, I'd get out-voted on this one. I still would vote for Darryl Hannah, but I confess I believe Sean Young would indeed get the bulk of the votes.

I feel if it were a poll, I'd get out-voted on this one. I still would vote for Darryl Hannah, but I confess I believe Sean Young would indeed get the bulk of the votes.


That's why ice cream comes in different flavors !

That's why ice cream comes in different flavors !

Indeed!

Also, on the bright side, it's less competition for me!

(yeah... who am kidding! Like I'd have a chance in all of Hades, anyhoo...:no::tears:)