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DVD TV series box sets are being released in their droves now, and with good reason. How long have you wanted to relive a famous TV moment or learn more about the characters or designers of the show. Have you ever wondered why an actor was chosen for the part? Wonder no longer, the DVD box set is here. Well, almost.
You see, the most annoying thing is that, even though DVD format means more extras and excellent picture, it’s still up to the people who create the DVD to actually get the licence and add the extra content, and at the moment they seem to be a bit slack at getting exactly what the customer wanted.
What you really want to know is everything about the actors, why they were chosen to play that part, why the stories were written, and what inspired the writer(s) and practically every little nugget you could hope to get from the series of your choice. What you actually get is a few documentaries about the art, makeup and possibly a rushed interview with the stars, all 5 minutes of it.
Perhaps the publishers could insert never before seen footage, or greater depth. They could get you to relive the halcyon days of the original series by giving you clips of the stars appearing on chat shows or a short documentary in the style of those ‘I love…’ programmes. Other bits and pieces, such as film reviews, or a nice long interview with the creator using questions put to him from the fans might make us smile a bit more. This is obviously a bit easier if the TV series is slightly newer, like with Buffy or The Simpsons, but we could have an older show like the Muppets, with old footage of Jim Henson, or an interview with Brian Henson, or even Kermit himself!
Old TV shows can be a bit of a let down on DVD, shows such as Knight Rider are in full screen with mono sound, but if they were giving a few extras such as those mentioned, there would be so many more reasons for people buying them. As it stands, the aforementioned Knight Rider and shows such as the A Team aren’t even in order and you end up getting odd stories from different series. Call me particular, but this isn’t the way to present an old classic show at its best.
Of course, there are the box sets that show everyone how it’s done. The X-files sets have been a revelation in what to expect from a DVD box set, holding interviews, plot notes and even games. They may be a bit expensive, containing 5 to 7 discs, but it’s worth it when you know that you can come back to them again and again, being entertained as much by the background as by the actual shows themselves.
Here’s to the future of TV on DVD, let’s hope we get more of our favourite shows soon, with extras that really show the programme in it’s best light.
You see, the most annoying thing is that, even though DVD format means more extras and excellent picture, it’s still up to the people who create the DVD to actually get the licence and add the extra content, and at the moment they seem to be a bit slack at getting exactly what the customer wanted.
What you really want to know is everything about the actors, why they were chosen to play that part, why the stories were written, and what inspired the writer(s) and practically every little nugget you could hope to get from the series of your choice. What you actually get is a few documentaries about the art, makeup and possibly a rushed interview with the stars, all 5 minutes of it.
Perhaps the publishers could insert never before seen footage, or greater depth. They could get you to relive the halcyon days of the original series by giving you clips of the stars appearing on chat shows or a short documentary in the style of those ‘I love…’ programmes. Other bits and pieces, such as film reviews, or a nice long interview with the creator using questions put to him from the fans might make us smile a bit more. This is obviously a bit easier if the TV series is slightly newer, like with Buffy or The Simpsons, but we could have an older show like the Muppets, with old footage of Jim Henson, or an interview with Brian Henson, or even Kermit himself!
Old TV shows can be a bit of a let down on DVD, shows such as Knight Rider are in full screen with mono sound, but if they were giving a few extras such as those mentioned, there would be so many more reasons for people buying them. As it stands, the aforementioned Knight Rider and shows such as the A Team aren’t even in order and you end up getting odd stories from different series. Call me particular, but this isn’t the way to present an old classic show at its best.
Of course, there are the box sets that show everyone how it’s done. The X-files sets have been a revelation in what to expect from a DVD box set, holding interviews, plot notes and even games. They may be a bit expensive, containing 5 to 7 discs, but it’s worth it when you know that you can come back to them again and again, being entertained as much by the background as by the actual shows themselves.
Here’s to the future of TV on DVD, let’s hope we get more of our favourite shows soon, with extras that really show the programme in it’s best light.
The Muppets are just one of the shows I can think of which deserve a DVD release. I saw the video box set too, and the only thing preventing me from getting it is the thought that it may well get a DVD airing.
There really is no good reason why these extras can't be included though. With the Buffy sets (yes, I admit it, I've got all 3 so far!) the extras are very nice, including some script notes and a few good documentaries, but they're far from what they could be.
Although other countries get more, the US in particular, even some of their extras aren't exactly earth shattering, and for TV shows in particular this can be a bad thing.
I would, however, recomend the Prisoner box set, as not only is the series worth watching, but there are some nice little snippets of information, some of it put together by the fans of the show (the official fan club, no less) This is what I'd like to see more of, after all, who better than the fans to know what other fans want? If they can get together with the producers, even better, we might get some far more interesting questions from those interviews!
There really is no good reason why these extras can't be included though. With the Buffy sets (yes, I admit it, I've got all 3 so far!) the extras are very nice, including some script notes and a few good documentaries, but they're far from what they could be.
Although other countries get more, the US in particular, even some of their extras aren't exactly earth shattering, and for TV shows in particular this can be a bad thing.
I would, however, recomend the Prisoner box set, as not only is the series worth watching, but there are some nice little snippets of information, some of it put together by the fans of the show (the official fan club, no less) This is what I'd like to see more of, after all, who better than the fans to know what other fans want? If they can get together with the producers, even better, we might get some far more interesting questions from those interviews!
pb and another GAD winning post to beat the one I posted in Prime....Grrr, why is it always him I'm up against? Damn good post though, although I don't agree that TV DVD is a good thing. But I'm not a big fan of TV in general, unless it's showing movies.
I felt quite let-down with some of the t.v dvds as you mentioned, things like A-Team & Knightrider aren't given the dvd quality they deserve.
I hope they release The Muppet Show aswell and also a Police Squad box-set would be nice.
I've got The Persuaders on dvd (i recommend 101%) and there's pretty much no extras. Shame really, because the French get all 24 episodes in a fancy box-set and more extras. And the colour of the U.K pakaging is very garrish.
I hope they release The Muppet Show aswell and also a Police Squad box-set would be nice.
I've got The Persuaders on dvd (i recommend 101%) and there's pretty much no extras. Shame really, because the French get all 24 episodes in a fancy box-set and more extras. And the colour of the U.K pakaging is very garrish.
pb wrote in his GAD deserving post:
but we could have an older show like the Muppets, with old footage of Jim Henson, or an interview with Brian Henson, or even Kermit himself!
THAT would be SO COOL!
you can already buy the entire muppet show on video in a special box set from HMV
but on DVD...WOW! I would so buy that
but we could have an older show like the Muppets, with old footage of Jim Henson, or an interview with Brian Henson, or even Kermit himself!
THAT would be SO COOL!
you can already buy the entire muppet show on video in a special box set from HMV
but on DVD...WOW! I would so buy that
DVD TV series box sets are being released in their droves now, and with good reason. How long have you wanted to relive a famous TV moment or learn more about the characters or designers of the show. Have you ever wondered why an actor was chosen for the part? Wonder no longer, the DVD box set is here. Well, almost.
You see, the most annoying thing is that, even though DVD format means more extras and excellent picture, it’s still up to the people who create the DVD to actually get the licence and add the extra content, and at the moment they seem to be a bit slack at getting exactly what the customer wanted.
What you really want to know is everything about the actors, why they were chosen to play that part, why the stories were written, and what inspired the writer(s) and practically every little nugget you could hope to get from the series of your choice. What you actually get is a few documentaries about the art, makeup and possibly a rushed interview with the stars, all 5 minutes of it.
Perhaps the publishers could insert never before seen footage, or greater depth. They could get you to relive the halcyon days of the original series by giving you clips of the stars appearing on chat shows or a short documentary in the style of those ‘I love…’ programmes. Other bits and pieces, such as film reviews, or a nice long interview with the creator using questions put to him from the fans might make us smile a bit more. This is obviously a bit easier if the TV series is slightly newer, like with Buffy or The Simpsons, but we could have an older show like the Muppets, with old footage of Jim Henson, or an interview with Brian Henson, or even Kermit himself!
Old TV shows can be a bit of a let down on DVD, shows such as Knight Rider are in full screen with mono sound, but if they were giving a few extras such as those mentioned, there would be so many more reasons for people buying them. As it stands, the aforementioned Knight Rider and shows such as the A Team aren’t even in order and you end up getting odd stories from different series. Call me particular, but this isn’t the way to present an old classic show at its best.
Of course, there are the box sets that show everyone how it’s done. The X-files sets have been a revelation in what to expect from a DVD box set, holding interviews, plot notes and even games. They may be a bit expensive, containing 5 to 7 discs, but it’s worth it when you know that you can come back to them again and again, being entertained as much by the background as by the actual shows themselves.
Here’s to the future of TV on DVD, let’s hope we get more of our favourite shows soon, with extras that really show the programme in it’s best light.
You see, the most annoying thing is that, even though DVD format means more extras and excellent picture, it’s still up to the people who create the DVD to actually get the licence and add the extra content, and at the moment they seem to be a bit slack at getting exactly what the customer wanted.
What you really want to know is everything about the actors, why they were chosen to play that part, why the stories were written, and what inspired the writer(s) and practically every little nugget you could hope to get from the series of your choice. What you actually get is a few documentaries about the art, makeup and possibly a rushed interview with the stars, all 5 minutes of it.
Perhaps the publishers could insert never before seen footage, or greater depth. They could get you to relive the halcyon days of the original series by giving you clips of the stars appearing on chat shows or a short documentary in the style of those ‘I love…’ programmes. Other bits and pieces, such as film reviews, or a nice long interview with the creator using questions put to him from the fans might make us smile a bit more. This is obviously a bit easier if the TV series is slightly newer, like with Buffy or The Simpsons, but we could have an older show like the Muppets, with old footage of Jim Henson, or an interview with Brian Henson, or even Kermit himself!
Old TV shows can be a bit of a let down on DVD, shows such as Knight Rider are in full screen with mono sound, but if they were giving a few extras such as those mentioned, there would be so many more reasons for people buying them. As it stands, the aforementioned Knight Rider and shows such as the A Team aren’t even in order and you end up getting odd stories from different series. Call me particular, but this isn’t the way to present an old classic show at its best.
Of course, there are the box sets that show everyone how it’s done. The X-files sets have been a revelation in what to expect from a DVD box set, holding interviews, plot notes and even games. They may be a bit expensive, containing 5 to 7 discs, but it’s worth it when you know that you can come back to them again and again, being entertained as much by the background as by the actual shows themselves.
Here’s to the future of TV on DVD, let’s hope we get more of our favourite shows soon, with extras that really show the programme in it’s best light.