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BLADE RUNNER: FINAL CUT To Screen In A Few Theaters After All!! Are You In One Of The Lucky Cities??

My city by RogueIntruder	Nov 2nd, 2007 07:56:13 PM
Not on the List First
Those aren't accurate. It's playing in Houston THIS WEEKEND. by Nordling	Nov 2nd, 2007 07:59:36 PM
In digital projection, too. I'm going tomorrow.
Nashville?! by Sir Loin	Nov 2nd, 2007 08:02:51 PM
Come on, Phoenix has a bigger sci-fi audience than Nashville, and we have several big digital theatres. I don't get it.
DC too by godhelpus	Nov 2nd, 2007 08:04:11 PM
Uptown Theater, Connecticut Ave.
Since this is called "The Final Cut" by I Dunno	Nov 2nd, 2007 08:04:37 PM
if they release this again in 10 years can we file a class action suit against Scott?
Strike! by Bluereader	Nov 2nd, 2007 08:05:17 PM
WRITERS TO WALK MONDAY - BITCHES!
Seattle... by BoggyCreekBeast	Nov 2nd, 2007 08:05:21 PM
It's been playing here since last week.
LOOKS LIKE TRUCKEE CALIFORNIA GETS SHAFTED AGAIN! by Pound Sand	Nov 2nd, 2007 08:05:25 PM

HEY NORDLING YOU STILL HERE? WHAT THEATER IN HOUSTON? by Deus Vult	Nov 2nd, 2007 08:10:09 PM
THANKFULLY someone @ aicn shows some love to houston...especially after I ripped about the batman site ignoring the fourth largest city in the country earlier this week in their assignment of on-location pictures. in any case, Nordling, please advise where in houston is the movie playing? and in digital yet? speaking of the list being in accurate, I'm not surprised houston isn't listed. we ALWAYS get the shaft! especially on this site too. considering harry and some of the crew live in austin and EVERYONE in austin HATES houston, it really makes sense why we always get ignored. you know, if you look at all the times harry posts about something happening at the austin original alamo draft house location, you might have noticed how NOTHING is EVER mentioned about the three draft house locations in houston and what they're up to. I wonder why? do they not do cool stuff? prolly not, considering only cool stuff happens in austin and every austinite will confirm that...cue black background / white text post please..........
Deus Vult by Nordling	Nov 2nd, 2007 08:12:41 PM
AMC Studio 30.
Oh yeah... by Nordling	Nov 2nd, 2007 08:13:46 PM
and digitally projected.
The Seattle Cinerama by spartacus_lives	Nov 2nd, 2007 08:14:08 PM
well, I was going to say that it's been playing here for a while, but the list was updated...so, um. nevermind.
Tell ya what, Houstonians... by Nordling	Nov 2nd, 2007 08:15:55 PM
https://www.movietickets.com/p urchase.asp?perf_id=477322987
I'm gonna do my best to show up tomorrow at 11:50 AM by Nordling	Nov 2nd, 2007 08:16:43 PM
in Houston, for only $5. You simply can't beat that.
THANKS by 20 inch Pythons	Nov 2nd, 2007 08:21:16 PM
Wow. I am so lucky. Now I CAN'T go in Seattle. Geigh.
Where's the florida love? College campuses, man by George Newman	Nov 2nd, 2007 08:22:10 PM

Ticket bought. by Nordling	Nov 2nd, 2007 08:24:28 PM
My mother? Let me tell you about my mother.
nordling thanks so much for being a good dude by Deus Vult	Nov 2nd, 2007 08:30:58 PM
I can't tell you how many years I've tried to find someone on here who's from houston. only took five years! hey is that studio 30 at deerbrook mall?
Chicago by fsugino	Nov 2nd, 2007 08:31:40 PM
It's also playing at the AMC South Barrington 30 for those in the Chicago area.
Are there no 70mm prints out there?? by closeencounter	Nov 2nd, 2007 08:34:04 PM

Oops, wrong button.... by closeencounter	Nov 2nd, 2007 08:34:42 PM
This would be spectacular in 70mm.
What The FUCK??? by Russman	Nov 2nd, 2007 08:39:52 PM
Why is LA left off the list??
Digital Projection makes movie look BRAND NEW by CENOBITE	Nov 2nd, 2007 08:47:25 PM
Hey, Russman... It was just in LA. Where have you been? It looked amazing with the digital projection. We commented after the film that it looked like it was made this year. Some people were sure some was added CG. Nope... all original old fashioned optical models.
Deus Vult by Nordling	Nov 2nd, 2007 08:47:50 PM
AMC Studio 30 is at Westheimer and Dunvale.
Sir Loin, Nashville has tons of big digital theatres.. by wraith777	Nov 2nd, 2007 08:49:27 PM
but you'll notice it's not going to a shitty Carmike or Regal, it's going to be playing at a most excellent indie theatre - the Belcourt - Belcourt.Org - Beer & a midnight screening of Blade Runner on Jan 4th & 5th sounds like a fine time indeed.
RUSSMAN by Merrick	Nov 2nd, 2007 08:50:08 PM
It's been playing in LA and NYC for a while now - the list makers probably assumed this was already known as it was highly publicized.
HEY MERRICK--LEGIT QUESTION FOR YOU! by Deus Vult	Nov 2nd, 2007 08:53:27 PM
what happened to the star wars tv show talkback from last week? it completely disappeared? also, if the la/nyc locales have been playing for awhile, and the list makers probably assumed this was already known as it was highly publicized, how come houston was left off? okay it's actually three questions: do you live in austin? if so, please stop hating on houston and show us some love for once! PUH-LEEZE!
okay thanks again nordling! by Deus Vult	Nov 2nd, 2007 08:54:48 PM
uh but wait a minute, studio 30 @ dunvale? oh man not my theater of choice! last movie I saw there was american pie...the first one. BUT for Decker I just might make a rare appearance...but if it's in the daylight the parking lot should be pretty safe!
If you're in the north of England... by Specktron	Nov 2nd, 2007 09:20:45 PM
...then it opens at the Tyneside Cinema (currently in Gatesehead whilst its Newcastle cinema gets revamped) from 23rd November.www.tyne cine.org (no gaps).
finally some Denver love by Bloo	Nov 2nd, 2007 09:21:25 PM
I only live a couple of hours from Denver I may cut out of work early grab some buddis and make the trek to see it there...unless, I'm going there htis weekend does anyone know is it playing just Dec 7 or until Dec 7
It's screening 10 times in Austin... by chaplinatemyshoe	Nov 2nd, 2007 09:48:47 PM
Between Nov. 18-23 at the Paramount. Info here: http://www.austintheatre.org/s ite/Calendar/635257780?view=De tail&id=14407
I'm gonna do my best to show up October 26. Fingers crossed! by WYLD STALLYNS RULES	Nov 2nd, 2007 09:50:48 PM

70mm is all but nonexistent by SeattleBuff	Nov 2nd, 2007 09:51:49 PM
the studios are loathe to make 70mm prints. they just don't want to put out the money. the same thing happened in the 90s when SPARTACUS was ballyhooed in it's major restoration. they said it was restored to it's Technirama glory in 70mm. then they released it across the country...in 35mm prints. but then, the teenage kids running the projectors at your local miniplex don't know what to do with 70mm. saw BLADE here at the CINERAMA in Seattle. good show. great theatre. stretched 35mm print. coulda been a much better experience.
no shit! Nashville??!?! by Merlox	Nov 2nd, 2007 10:00:13 PM
we NEVER get cool shit like this....count me IN!
no NY?!? by Lt. Kaffee	Nov 2nd, 2007 10:06:37 PM
where's the love?
here's some interesting Denver news by Bloo	Nov 2nd, 2007 10:13:14 PM
according to their website the Landmark in Greenwood Village where DR:TFC is scheduled to play is paning on opening that day (Dec. 7) so that might make this even more fun and interesting to see
Marketing people hate Atlanta! by The Great One	Nov 2nd, 2007 10:38:21 PM
Seems like that anyways. First we're denied BSG: Razor, now no BR: Final Cut. You'd think having 40,000 geeks converge on Dragon Con every year would be proof sci-fi fans exist here, but it's obviously not. :(
I don't know why he saved my life. by BrandLoyalist	Nov 2nd, 2007 10:42:20 PM
Maybe it was so I'd be able to see Blade Runner in a theater sans the witless voice over and fake happy ending demanded by some knee-bouncing studio glorp.
GREAT SCOTT!!! NO CANADA??!!! WHY WHY????!!! by Psalmolive	Nov 2nd, 2007 11:05:55 PM
Great Scott!!! Why No Canada?!!!!!! My dreams have been shattered to quarks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
WTF NASHVILLE by Sir Loin	Nov 2nd, 2007 11:33:34 PM
I'm just wondering what goes on inside the mind of distribution execs. "Gee, Nashville is a shoo-in for sci-films, by golly let's release it there where we'll get all of 20 people to show up. Yeah! Gonna rock!" CINE CAPRI in Phoenix is where they should be showing this, you folks in the know will agree. But noooo.
Still going in NYC (but in a different theater) by Mullah Omar	Nov 2nd, 2007 11:56:01 PM
It moved to the AMC Empire 25 off Times Square a few weeks ago and has been playing there ever since. And the Ziegfield is advertising midnight shows of THE FINAL CUT for this (current) Friday and Saturday - I have no idea if they are really happening.
Woo hoo! DC! Awww... Woo hoo! Balti-- AWWW!! by YotzVonFrelnik	Nov 3rd, 2007 12:02:09 AM
Damn! I just missed BOTH local showings in my region. Now I'll have to drive to Philly or Durham. Meh.
Yes! by REDD	Nov 3rd, 2007 12:04:25 AM
AMC 30 in Houston, five minutes from my place.
Is it playing anywhere other than backwards redneck america? by Orionsangels	Nov 3rd, 2007 12:07:22 AM
Apparently the most important cities, LA, NY, Chicago, Miami all ignored. Let's go to 13th century Austin
Re: Orionsangel by chaplinatemyshoe	Nov 3rd, 2007 12:16:18 AM
The cut's been playing in NY and LA for awhile, and Chicago's getting the movie too. As for Austin, there's an audience here for about every movie. That is to say: fuck off.
should I see it a second time? or a third...? by Zardoz	Nov 3rd, 2007 12:25:58 AM
Ah, living in CA does have its perks when it comes to film screenings! But, I think I'll wait for the DVD box-set. (although, to see it at the Castro...ooh!)
13th Century Austin? by REDD	Nov 3rd, 2007 12:29:01 AM
Mamma Mia! You are one spicy Douche Bag!
Cheeyaaa! Dbl shot for SF! by aboriginal	Nov 3rd, 2007 12:48:36 AM
Gotta love dat!
No love for Canada? by heavenlykid	Nov 3rd, 2007 01:07:08 AM

Plays for a week in Nashville & with midnight screenings... by wraith777	Nov 3rd, 2007 01:08:18 AM
And it's not about "distribution exec", it's about having a good indie theatre and a good program director who can secure the film..."20 people for sci-fi in Nashville", Ha ha ha...we'll be thinkin' about you when we're watching it on the big screen and you're still waiting on your Netflix queue
It's play in Baltimore at The Senator too. by AllPowerfulWizardOfOz	Nov 3rd, 2007 01:14:44 AM
They have it listed in the Baltimore Sun as coming soon.
It's PLAYING is what I meant to say! DOH!! by AllPowerfulWizardOfOz	Nov 3rd, 2007 01:15:09 AM
Sorry.
Hell yeah Columbus! by Bagheera	Nov 3rd, 2007 01:57:49 AM
I never doubted you for a second, you beautiful city. I'm there.
No love for Orlando? by phantom_of_teh_paradise	Nov 3rd, 2007 02:29:30 AM
Laaaaame. At least we got Poltergeist, in its fuckin full-screen bullshit ratio. srhgwy4w5yt3q4t34wtg3a4
Friend in Aus says that by messi	Nov 3rd, 2007 04:01:50 AM
they are showing it over 2 weekends in HD digital. So that's 6 screenings in 1 city. Fuckers.
nope, middle of nowhere is unfound. by theonecalledshoe	Nov 3rd, 2007 04:29:46 AM
Wasn't there a book to this thing or a graphic novel?
And yet, no New York by The Duke Of Madness	Nov 3rd, 2007 05:37:30 AM
Yeah, don't include the greatest city in the world on it.
Add SYDNEY AUSTRALIA to that list! by Riley Martin	Nov 3rd, 2007 07:51:05 AM
Screening in Digital, 4 sessions over 2 days. The Cremorne Orpheum - 11 & 12 Nov
argh by palewook	Nov 3rd, 2007 09:01:00 AM
why cant this get a re-release. would love to see it on the big screen
about Nashville... by Marklar	Nov 3rd, 2007 09:44:15 AM
...listen, just because it isn't coming to your town doesn't give you any reason to bash us. Like wraith said, we'll have a good time, and there WILL be a turnout. I am freakin' excited!
WTF! no digital in Boston?! by ultragoregrind	Nov 3rd, 2007 10:12:51 AM
This is bullshit. BULLSHIT.
It was worth the 6 hour drive... by Dark Knight Lite	Nov 3rd, 2007 10:14:20 AM
to see it in NYC, believe me. Why no Washington DC venue baffles me. Screw B'more - its more of a hassle getting there than driving to NY.
OOPS my bad by Dark Knight Lite	Nov 3rd, 2007 10:18:11 AM
Guess I'll drive to DC to catch it again after all.
Saw it last night at the Uptown in DC by Oberon	Nov 3rd, 2007 11:12:17 AM
And behold, it was glorious.
Free Screening In Lawrence, Kansas on 11/9 by fantasticx	Nov 3rd, 2007 11:35:28 AM
Hey all...I don't know if there are any KC/Topeka/Lawrence people on here, but the Student Union Activities organization at KU is going to be doing a free screening of the Final Cut at midnight on Friday, November 9. There'll be free popcorn and Coke, too...so it should be a good time. If there are any locals who want to see it on the big screen, here's the chance.
Whoops - Lawrence Location by fantasticx	Nov 3rd, 2007 11:37:00 AM
I should have actually posted where it will be...the free midnight screening of Blade Runner: The Final Cut will be at Woodruff Auditorium on the 5th floor of the Kansas Union on Friday, November 9. Any questions can be directed to suafilms@gmail.com. Thanks!
SEattle one was great. They are also showing other 70mm by modlight	Nov 3rd, 2007 11:53:10 AM
Films over the next couple months. You all missed Top Gun, but upcoming is Tron, GHostbusters, 2001, Titanic and Lawrence of Arabia. As an LA transplant it is the only theater that comes close around here to the LA theaters that I grew to love.
WTF?! Not showing in Antarctica?! by Karl Hungus	Nov 3rd, 2007 11:54:04 AM
Damn those studio execs! How dare they!
http://bladerunnerthemovie.warne rbros.com/ by wackybantha	Nov 3rd, 2007 12:12:06 PM
Go here for the somewhat incomplete info but a kick-ass official site!!! http://bladerunnerthemovie.war nerbros.com/
what the..ugh by Bagheera	Nov 3rd, 2007 12:22:04 PM
I was so excited that Columbus actually got something cool that I didn't realize that we have to wait until February to get it. Columbus blows.
Playing in DLP in Houston by directorsaab	Nov 3rd, 2007 01:40:43 PM
Hey Merrick you left out the AMC 30 on Westheimer and Dunvale in Houston. Just saw it there in DLP last night and it looked GORGEOUS! Too bad the Galaxy 10 in Austin isn't running it. Damn shame.
I should read these boards more carefully by directorsaab	Nov 3rd, 2007 01:46:07 PM
Sorry, someone already addressed that, go easy it's my first day.
thanks for the heads up fantasticx by Bloo	Nov 3rd, 2007 02:32:12 PM
that sounds like it would be a fun screening unfourtantly I'm clear on the other side of the state and Denver is closer to me, that and I've already made plans to go to Denver that weekend. It's good to know Kansas has some representation beyond me here
Scott pulls a Lucas by jeffallee	Nov 3rd, 2007 02:39:15 PM
I can't believe Ridley Scott changed the line "I want more life fucker!" to "I want more life Father". What is this "Blade Runner: The Disney Cut". What was he thinking?!
UK??? by FILMFUNK	Nov 3rd, 2007 03:26:47 PM

Durham and Nashville??? - new southeast capitals??? by deucefilms	Nov 3rd, 2007 03:47:29 PM
Salt Lake, Baltimore, Minneapolis, Nashville, Durham and Columbus.... AND NO ATLANTA???!!!! No Orlando, Miami, Tampa, New Orleans or Birmingham? When you decide you're only going to screen this film in two cities in the southeast and the two they come up with are Nashville and Durham, you're obviously dealing with f***ing morons. Considering all the smaller cities getting notice, the people releasing this have made it painfully clear they have something against Atlanta, as well as a lot of other cities in the south. Someone's mommy or daddy must live there.
BALTIMORE MIGHT ALSO HAVE35MM by hegele	Nov 3rd, 2007 05:14:02 PM
The Senator has been rumored to acquire a 35mm print of the Final Cut after Landmark runs it digitally.
Necgray: It was a great line! by jeffallee	Nov 3rd, 2007 09:06:22 PM
Let's face it "I want more life FUCKER" is a perfect line for the rage of someone who has been given a 4 year life span. "I want more life father" just doesn't cut it. I can't believe I am the only one ticked off about one of the best lines in the movie being changed. It was a totally gutless move on Scott's part. There was absolutely no reason to do it.
Its plaing in LA at the Landmark Theater will 11/8 by Bong	Nov 3rd, 2007 09:17:36 PM
Title
Durham? what the fuck? by SleazyD	Nov 3rd, 2007 09:43:09 PM
I hope I don't get shot when I go to see the movie. Or raped by a lacross team.... ZING! Why not just show the film in Raleigh? Ya know... the capital of the state, which has a larger population... ?? Ah well, at least it's coming.
Victoria, Australia. by Lutz	Nov 3rd, 2007 10:04:56 PM
Showing at The Astor from 15 - 18 November. 7pm Thursday. 8pm Friday. 5pm & 8pm Saturday. 2pm, 5pm and 8pm Sunday. 4K HD-Digital presentation.
Whoa. by Nordling	Nov 3rd, 2007 10:49:51 PM
You have to see this digitally if you get the chance. It's like an entirely new movie. Fuck CGI. Gimme modelwork back.
Blade Runner Deleted Cut by jeffallee	Nov 3rd, 2007 11:09:59 PM
You guys would probaly be happy with a new "Gone with the Wind:Final Cut" where Clark Gable says "Frankly my dear, I don't give a hoot".
Digital projection by dedrater2007	Nov 3rd, 2007 11:51:03 PM
Saw it in SLC digitally projected. Looks pretty good, you can see the digital-ness in the titles. And the blacks seem a little high, but can't compare it directly.
come on now... Austin by Noddy93	Nov 4th, 2007 07:25:58 AM
the paramount isn't taking pre-orders. isn't that just great for us out-of-towners. come on harry... set something for us up so that we can get in. I just can't see driving 100 miles to not get in and then 100 miles back. THAT would royaly piss me off.
Thanks for getting this out 6 days late... by ryanislyin	Nov 4th, 2007 08:19:39 AM
Or did this article come out earlier than 10/26?
It IS showing in Atlanta!!! by The Great One	Nov 4th, 2007 11:15:43 AM
I don't know why thee ATL isn't on that list but it just started Friday at the AMC Barrett Commons 24 in Kennesaw. Anyways saw it last night and was in film heaven! :)
Tip: Look in your own backyards, people by Mullah Omar	Nov 4th, 2007 02:30:13 PM
Before ranting here, check out the "now playing" section of your local newspaper. That will confirm whether or not this film is playing in a theater near you.
Re: Tip: Look in your own backyards, people by Noddy93	Nov 4th, 2007 02:59:07 PM
no need to look for Waco, Tx being on the list... nor will it be in Lorena, Temple, Bryan, Salado, or Round Rock. you want I should list the towns going 100 miles north that won't have it?Two weeks ago i had to drive to Dallas for Nightmare Before Christmas in 3D.
Re: Tip: Look in your own backyards, people by Noddy93	Nov 4th, 2007 03:00:53 PM
oh jeez... i forgot to list Georgetown before Round Rock. Even I skip over Georgetown and they've got a cave and a candle factory for God's sake!
i HATE the un-narrated versions!!! by jojo-pimp	Nov 4th, 2007 03:23:40 PM
Why do people think that this film cant be narrated AND dark at the same time? Obviously it worked when it first came out...hence..people loving this movie still!
Vancouver, BC by kferris61	Nov 4th, 2007 04:42:44 PM
It is showing at a theatre on Granville St. This is great news!
70mm by DocBosch	Nov 4th, 2007 06:07:21 PM
Of course "the teenage kids running the projectors at your local multiplex don't know what to do with 70mm" sinc all mainstream theaters use 35mm projectors. It's not a little switched to change from 35mm to 70 mm, and it's not even a simple lens change (like from scope to flat). It's an entirly different projection system, the same way there are seperate 8mm and 16mm projectors. What next, asking for films projected in Cinerama without realizing that means three projectors screening on three screens simultaniously?
Montreal has one of the top 5 digital theaters in the world... by Utamoh	Nov 4th, 2007 06:24:18 PM
...and we're not going to see it here. Sucks. I'm calling Ridley himself and asking him why.
Denver theatre... by the_patriot	Nov 4th, 2007 09:59:10 PM
For those who are thinking that "Hey, there's no Landmark theatre by that name..." Let me be the first to say wow - an art house theatre in Denver that won't (hopefully) suck! From Landmark's Website: The Landmark Greenwood Village opens on December 7. 5415 Landmark Place, Greenwood Village, CO 80121 The Ultimate Cinema Experience 6 New Screens • Valet Parking • Stadium Seating • Upscale Bar Popcorn and Fountain Drinks Included In Ticket Price.
Nicely handled by flossygomez	Nov 4th, 2007 11:34:39 PM
What a great way to retro-fit a 25 year old movie. He only fixed the parts of the movie with serious continuity issues. This is a way that a classic should be "fixed". Using subtlety and a light hand, unlike the complete radical change of atmosphere we got with Lucas ala "the LooneyTunes" Star Wars spaceport. I still wish Roy Batty had called Tyrell Fucker instead of Father, because it gave the line more menace. But on the whole, who cares?
Who cares? by jeffallee	Nov 5th, 2007 12:27:53 AM
I am not trying to be a smart ass or anything, but it was one of my favorite lines in the movie and it did seem important in the context of the film. I had no problem with any other changes in the film and I guess the film is as perfect as it is ever going to be which makes it even more annoying that he went with a stupid alteration which I think hurt the film. I guess I'll just have to stick with the director's cut over the final cut. I did hear a few groans in the audience when they heard the new line, so I am not the only person bothered by it.
Los Angeles screening by Hellboy	Nov 5th, 2007 09:44:41 AM
I'm sure this list is woefully short. It's screening at the Nuart Theater in L.A.
...I mean... by Hellboy	Nov 5th, 2007 09:45:15 AM
The Landmark, NOT the Nuart.
just saw it at the Music Box in Chicago by oisin5199	Nov 5th, 2007 10:05:04 AM
first time ever on the big screen. So interesting. I definitely dig this cut. Just for the mere fact that they cleaned up Joanna Cassidy's death scene so well and seamlessly, instead of that awful drag queen in a wig stunt guy stuff. It's been a few years since I've seen it, but I had forgotten how freakin' brilliant Rutger Hauer is, how good Harrison Ford is at getting the crap beat out of him, how Olmos was the 80s version of Leguizamo, how hot Joanna Cassidy, Daryl Hannah and Sean Young used to be, how dark the film is, how shocking the violence still is, and how well it holds up. Looking through today's eyes, I didn't realize how misogynist it is. Leon gets a quick death, Roy gets a noble, beautiful death. But the two female replicants? Long, drawn out, overly violent and torturous deaths. And the seduction scene with Harrison Ford and Sean Young. Maybe it was supposed to be read as sexy at the time ("tell me to kiss you") but it plays like a rape scene now. Knowing Harrison Ford's notorious attitudes towards women and Ridley Scott's own issues around that, it's hard not to read that scene a certain way. Still, a fascinating film and a nice lense into how different films were then. I especially noticed the vast differences in pacing, dialogue, visual cues, etc. Can't wait to get the DVD now.
Are people still watching this film? by Jeditemple	Nov 5th, 2007 01:18:26 PM
Ugh. I've seen it a couple of times since the 80's and it's just not a great movie when it comes down to it.

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