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So I just got the FATH Blu Ray from JB HI-FI just before. Haven't watched it yet so I can't comment on it. But I ignored that apprehensive voice in my head that told me I should wait until tomorrow to enter my DMR points.
"No", I thought. "It will all be ok and I will get my 400 points."

I didn't. :x

So, I guess I know for the 40 other Disney Blu Rays that are coming out this month :lol:. And really, there isn't anything I want in the higher points brackets since they got rid of the giant Simba...so I can still get some good stuff in the middle. And I can't complain since I have poached a few DRM points from family members discs anyway!
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planecrazy wrote:JB Hi-Fi has the standard LK trilogy set on Blu Ray for $85 and an 8 Disc set for $115.

http://www.jbhifionline.com.au/dvd/dvd- ... ray/654028

I am kinda torn between which set to buy. 3D or not 3D. DVD copies don't really worry me too much.
Sanity are cheaper on all formats which is surprising! DVD for $24.99 (JB has it for $38.99??), Blu-Ray/DVD for $34.99 and 3D for $39.99 and the trilogy packs are $74.99 DVD and $94.99 Blu-Ray

http://www.sanity.com.au/specials/772/The_Lion_King

Plus they've got a pretty sweet looking LK wallpaper thing surrounding their site at the moment!
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Seems like JB changed their prices recently, this morning the DVD was $20ish and the Trilogy BD was 85. I suspect these will be the opening day prices.

I bought WTP today :D TFATH is 28.82 @ Big W.
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The Winnie the Poog Blu-ray is out now in Australia (via Big W). I've just posted a review here:

http://www.thereelbits.com/2011/10/09/b ... -the-pooh/

It seems to be the same as the US copy, just a few weeks earlier. Enjoy!
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So as though there weren't enough variations of the LK, Big W has a bonus pillowcase version, that appears to come in a slip cover judging by the image, which would make it the first since Snow White.

http://www.lasoo.com.au/offer/the-lion- ... =catalogue

Their trilogy pack is also cheaper at $76 which is a bit better.
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Kmart has the TLK BD for $26, bargain!

I bought the Big W version, its great. I love the box, although it is double-width.
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Sanity has a Buy One Get One Half off on some Disney movies!

http://www.sanity.com.au/specials/862/D ... ce_Blu-Ray
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The Coming Soon section at EzyDVD web site added several February 2012 releases:

1st February 2012
Lady and the Tramp II: Scamps Adventure (Blu-ray/DVD)
Lady and the Tramp II: Scamps Adventure
Lady and the Tramp (Blu-ray/DVD)
Lady and the Tramp (Special Edition)

EzyDVD no longer lists the distributor for new titles, so I might have missed the live action releases.

Unfortunately the Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment web site has gone, so upcoming details are difficult to find now.
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The Lion King sequels will be released on DVD/Blu-ray on the 04/04/2011 (source: Disneymovierewards.com.au)
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Hi, I have a question. Do the australien Covers always hav the patch with the age on the front, or is it possible to take it off like a sticker???
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Sura_Germany wrote:Do the australien Covers always hav the patch with the age on the front, or is it possible to take it off like a sticker???
Yes, unfortunately those large ugly ratings logos are standard on DVD covers, and aren't removable.
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The Coming Soon section at EzyDVD web site added more February 2012 releases:

29th February 2012
Pocahontas (Special Edition)
Pocahontas 2: Journey to a New World (Special Edition)
Pocahontas 1 & 2 - Blu-Ray

The Pocahontas 1 & 2 bundle for Blu-Ray is annoying, I don't like been forced to buy these sequels.
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What do you think the chances are that Disney will release a standalone version of Fox and the Hound on Blu-ray? I really don't want the sequel. I'm thinking I may import it from the US... Same will go for Pocahontas.
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Haddad28 wrote:What do you think the chances are that Disney will release a standalone version of Fox and the Hound on Blu-ray? I really don't want the sequel. I'm thinking I may import it from the US... Same will go for Pocahontas.
Wait, import it FROM the US? As in get the US versions? Or did I misunderstand you?

I honestly am not sure if Disney will release any of these films on Blu-ray a second time or not. My feeling right now is that each of these films will be lucky to get a single release. Disney is starting to get really into digital releases and Iger especially is gung-ho about that, so these Blu-ray release each title gets may be the end of the line. But I really hope not. I'm not a fan of these title and actually am trying to get rid of the ones I bought. I had a completes mentality for a long time and bought a lot of garbage DTV films becuase of that mentality, but no more!
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Do you mean UK? US has got the same 2 movie collection as Aus (+DVD copies).

I am quite chuffed we seem to be getting Pocahontas before anyone else. And our diamond edition release is a week before the US, rather than behind. Then there's Winnie the Pooh :)
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I actually don't mind the Pocahontas cover too much. It will look good next to the Fantasia double pack I got from JB HiFi, and no yellow banner like on a lot of others. But I am just hoping that it will be a two disc set, not both movies on the one disc with no special features.

Oh yeah, I changed my user name too.
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Victurtle wrote:Do you mean UK? US has got the same 2 movie collection as Aus (+DVD copies).
That is what I thought and why I was puzzled. So did the UK get a "Fox and the Hound" blu-ray yet then?
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Woops, I was under the impression that the US had separate releases of tFatH & 2. I haven't really been paying attention to releases as of late! Sorry for the confusion.

I really have been wanting to watch it so I may have to buy it though. Ah well... But with the Pocahontas release, I may just import it. I don't like the sequels, and it'd probably be cheaper. This also isn't giving me much hope for the eventual releases of Mulan, Tarzan, Lilo and Stitch.. Or anything with a sequel to be honest. Anything for HoND however would be fantastic.
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Haddad28 wrote:Woops, I was under the impression that the US had separate releases of tFatH & 2. I haven't really been paying attention to releases as of late! Sorry for the confusion.

I really have been wanting to watch it so I may have to buy it though. Ah well... But with the Pocahontas release, I may just import it. I don't like the sequels, and it'd probably be cheaper. This also isn't giving me much hope for the eventual releases of Mulan, Tarzan, Lilo and Stitch.. Or anything with a sequel to be honest. Anything for HoND however would be fantastic.
I happen to know for a fact that we'll be seeing this trend with future releases in at least the US and I imagine the rest of the World. I'm not a fan and myself would like to know if any other country has just "Fox and the Hound" on Blu by itself. Not will to own that garbage sequel again.
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It's been confirmed that Disney Germany will release Pocahontas as well FatH separated from their sequels.
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