Biss Skyler Bluray

Journey to the West: The Demons Strike Back 3D Blu-ray

Well, an official release date has been announced for June 6 in the USA, but no blu ray 3d version.

I heard great things about the use of 3d in this film, this makes me very very angry, especially after I was very impressed with use of 3d in flying swords of dragon gate as well as the taking of tiger mountain.

this film is intended to be seen in 3d and the fact that Sony isn't including the 3d version makes me mad, a huge slap in the face to those who want to see it on 3d at home.

NO 3D = NO SALE!

not happy about that at all, Sony has already lost a consumer, not buying a 2d version of a movie that was originally in 3d.

BleedOrange11

Hong Kong should come through for us with a nice Blu-ray 3D package. Newly released Tsui Hark movies get good treatment over there. You'll love the stereo.

aXisBR

As much as I love Stephen Chow and Tsui Hark, I just have to warn you about two things: 1. Having seen the first film in this series, I think this one is crap. I would give it a rent or something before committing to import it for like $50. 2. Having a 3D Blu-ray of the last Stephen Chow film, The Mermaid, the framing is pretty strange at times, and the picture is too bright.

Biss Skyler Bluray

I just checked DDDHouse, and noticed that they put up a preorder of this movie but in 2d only, this really frustrates me because I really wanted to check this out in 3d but now I won't be able to, 3 of Tsui Hark's films have a blu ray 3d version.

but this one doesn't have a 3d version? this is not right, it really isn't.

I heard great things about the 3d in one, and the fact that Hong Kong isn't getting a blu ray 3d version is very frustrating.

I'm really angry about this.

BleedOrange11

Edko usually does a 2D + 3D single disc. I wouldn't sweat it until the final jacket cover is out. Same thing happened with Office and Monster Hunt where the pre-order image and listing said nothing about 3D.

nycomet

I keep hoping that when Journey Demons Strike Back is released the studio will also release a two-pack edition with the first Journey movie -- BOTH on 3D blu-ray.

elite

Anyone ready for some silly speculation? I was just taking a look at the listing on Buyoyo for the Hong Kong release and found what I'm guessing is an item code. It says (299778-B-3D). I noticed that 3D at the end so that gives me hope that it is actually being released in 3D.

Here's the link for those curious:

https://www.buyoyo.com/buyoyo/eng/Pr...98226&prtype=0

deltatauhobbit

This reminds me that I need to put in an order to DDDHouse for all those Asian 3D films that never got a release in the states. I think my last count had about 15 titles I wanted haha. Really glad the Hong Kong versions always include English subs, means we'll always have a reliable source.

If only Well Go would stop being cheap and/or lazy and bring over the 3D version as well, I probably would have been able to cut that list in half.

grazina31

Yes, i want this option so badly. Also, want them to include the original mandarin soundtrack. The current HK release only has cantonese. If the 3d blu of the first movie never comes out, will just get the US version instead. Would only tolerate a dub for the 3d.
Also want John Woo's The Crossing 1 + 2 both on blu with the 3D Imax aspect ratio. Only got released in taiwan, albeit with Atmos sound.
These are the four movies my 3D collection is missing (hoping detective dee 3d comes soon).

elite

Just placed an order for the Hong Kong version on DDDHouse. I wanted to take advantage of that pre-order discount. I'll report back when I receive my copy if it's 3D or not unless the listing is updated before then.

@grazina31

I didn't even know the first one was released in 3D. I bought the US release of it awhile back as it does include the original Mandarin soundtrack. I'm not sure if you've seen The Crossing series or not but if you haven't, be forewarned the 2nd movie is a dumpster fire. The Crossing I is fine but unlike the Red Cliff series where Red Cliff I becomes better after having watched Red Cliff II, The Crossing I becomes even worse.

grazina31

If Journey to the West 2 is indeed 3D but only has the cantonese track like the first one released also from EDKO, I'll make the compromise and go for It. If not I'll get Sony's release that is sure to have great picture and sound.

Well, I tough it wasn't released in 3D, but a scene where Miss Duan throws a bunch of metal rings to the screen left me really curious, so I did a little research and it was indeed released in 3D and even IMAX 3D, although don't know if it opened the aspect ratio in some scenes like the recent Mojin 3D (of which the german blu-ray is a blessing with both mandarin and english subs). But I would really like to get both of these in 3D.

I know the second movie is not very well received, kinda dragging down the first one, but a 3D release, assuming it would follow other 3D releases from china where they really know what they are doing, might make the movie more enjoyable.

And speaking of 3d movies that were never released, have you watched this trailer for Kung Fu Hustle 3D? It is quite amazing how they've remastered the movie for pop out moments. This one is definitely on top of my wish list.

davidbe

Would you please post that list? For that matter, is there a list of Asian 3D titles somewhere? Maybe we need a topic on that (I could not find one).

I have been able to collect the following:

Call of Heroes (2016) Atmos
Chinese Zodiac (2012) English
Chronicles of the Ghostly Tribe (2015) on order
Dragon Blade (2015)
The Four 3: Final Battle (2014)
The Mermaid (2016)
The Taking of Tiger Mountain (2014)
3 A.M. (2012) Thai
Wolf Totem (2015) on order
Wolf Warrior (2015)
Young Detective Dee: Rise of the Sea Dragon (2013)

nycomet

^^^^

Nice list. I recommend these Asian 3D movies:

Sword Master 3D (Hong Kong edition)
Zhong Kui: Snow Girl and the Dark Crystal 3D (Hong Kong edition)
Mojin: The Lost Legend 3D IMAX (available at Amazon Germany)
Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon Sword of Destiny 3D (Hong Kong edition)
Flying Swords of Dragon Gate (3D IMAX edition from Hong Kong)
The White Haired Witch of Lunar Kingdom 3D (Hong Kong edition)
Iceman 3D (Hong Kong edition)

davidbe

DDDHouse now lists a 3D version:
https://www.dddhouse.com/v3/product_...roductID=16070

grazina31

My go to guy on ebay for HK blu-ray also lists the 3D.
here's the back cover for anyone that wants to check it.
Comes with Mandarin so it is a go.


Hope you got Wolf Totem from the US, as the HK doesn't appear to have 3D.
I have a couple that came from Australia, that don't exist with english subs anywhere else.

deltatauhobbit

Your list (and nycomet) includes a lot of what I'm thinking of getting:
3D Sex and Zen Extreme Ecstasy (3D+2D Blu-ray) (2011)
Black and White The Dawn of Justice (3D Blu-ray) (2014)
Call Of Heroes (3D Blu-ray) (2016)
Chronicles of the Ghostly Tribe (3D+2D Blu-ray) (2015)
Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon:Sword Of Destiny (3D+2D Blu-ray) (2016)
Dragon Blade (3D Blu-ray) (2015)
Iceman (3D Blu-ray) (2014)
Journey To The West the Demons Strike Back (3D+2D Blu-ray) (2017)
The Mermaid (3D+2D Blu-ray) (2016)
The Monkey King (3D + 2D Blu-ray) 4)
The Monkey King 2 (3D+2D Blu-ray) (2016)
Monster Hunt (3D+2D Blu-ray) (2015)
Painted Skin the Resurrection (3D+2D Blu-ray) (2012)
Sword Master (3D Blu-ray) (2016)
The Taking of Tiger Mountain (3D Blu-ray) (2015)
The White Haired Witch of Lunar Kingdom (3D Blu-ray) (2014)
Zhongkui Snow Girl and The Dark Crystal (3D+2D Blu-ray) (2015)

Total cost for all of those would be around $330 USD shipped

Would buy from DDD House but OOP:
CZ12 (3D + 2D Blu-ray) (2013)
Young Detective Dee Rise Of The Sea Dragon (3D + 2D Blu-ray) (2013)

grazina31

From Detective Dee 3D page.

It's still available on ebay.

davidbe

If it is any consolation, the 3D in CZ12 is pretty weak. The English-language version seems to be still available from Germany if you can handle the region issue (there are still a few lines in Chinese in it with no subtitles, but they don't seem at all consequential). I'm a huge Jackie Chan fan but I don't think this is one of his better films (the middle third is pretty boring). But of course I still have to have it in 3D.

Young Detective Dee Rise of the Sea Dragon is my favorite Asian 3D, by a wide margin.

I ordered 9 more Asian 3Ds today. Should hold me for a while. Thanks for the help, guys!

petergee

Generic question: do you find it difficult to grasp the cultural meanings behind what's shown in some of these Asian films? Or are they quite neutral in that regard? I just got to wondering if they are a little, erm, tricky to follow.

I don't own a Region A player alas, so haven't had much exposure to these films (although they do sound like top-notch 3D demos).

davidbe

I'd say so, since I know absolutely nothing about the cultural meanings!

Yes, I usually find the plots hard to follow. But, as an example, my favorite Asian actor/director/producer is Jackie Chan, and his plots are generally easier to follow, but I have never watched a Jackie Chan movie for the plot!