Which version of Das Boot?

looney · 11-03-07, 08:55 AM

I'm looking to buy a copy of Das Boot. But as I look around the net I find there are several version of it. Wich 1 should I buy?

P.S. I wouldn't mind if any of you point me to other good naval movies.

I saw: In wich we serve (1942) a few months back.. real real kewl to watch such a propaganda movie.

Chock · 11-03-07, 09:05 AM

I've got two versions of Das Boot, one being the extremely short version (I bought that years ago when there were no other versions available). I don't recommend this, on its own it's okay, but in comparison to more complete versions, you can see where it is lacking, in fact some references in it make little sense, as there is a lot of character exposition trimmed out of it.

The other version I have is the 'Director's Cut', that's good, but it is one of those films where you need to set aside time to watch it, as it's not exactly very short. With all that in mind, I intend to buy the original serialised version of it, that's the first version I ever saw, when it was on TV, and I think that's probably the one to have, as you can view it in manageable chunks, and see it in the episodic manner which it was originally geared towards in terms of pacing.

Don't forget Run silent, Run deep too, another classic.

Chock

Stierlitz · 11-03-07, 09:10 AM

Definitely get the mini-series version!

Redbear · 11-03-07, 09:39 AM

I have two versions - the director's cut and the full-length version (made by seamlessly combining the miniseries episodes). If I was to pick only one of the two, I would pick to full length version. I think the added content adds a lot to the overall feel of the movie. Also, just a note, I have a 42" widescreen TV, and an older DVD player that outputs 480p. The director's cut is a 'superbit' DVD, while the full length version is not. In my opinion, there is much noticeable difference in quality between the two, so I wouldn't let that sway your decision. Enjoy whatever version you choose!

Redbear · 11-03-07, 09:41 AM

Oops - I meant to say 'not' much noticeable difference in my reply above.

UnterseeBoogeyMan · 11-03-07, 10:39 AM

There is an 'Unlimited Version' out there. I have only seen directors' cut, but I read on this board that the Unlimited is exactly that, it has everything. I posted awhile back comparing the director's cut to the book and mentioned all the scenes and details from the book that werent in the d-cut. someone replied saying that all those things were in unlimited version. if you get a chance to read the book, you'll love it

Sailor Steve · 11-03-07, 12:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Chock

I intend to buy the original serialised version of it, that's the first version I ever saw, when it was on TV, and I think that's probably the one to have, as you can view it in manageable chunks, and see it in the episodic manner which it was originally geared towards in terms of pacing.

Unfortunately that's the one version you can't buy. The 'Original, Uncut Version', or in UK 'Miniseries', have, as Redbear said, the episode breaks edited out. What you get is a 4 hour and 53 minute movie.

Well worth it, just the same.

Quote:

Originally Posted by UnerseeBoogeyMan

someone replied saying that all those things were in unlimited version. if you get a chance to read the book, you'll love it

That was me, but not all of the book is in the 'Uncut' version. Some things they had to leave out for the sake of good taste, for instance the whole Spanish freighter incident at the end. Still, it's far and away the best version. And I agree about the book: it's a must-read.

FIREWALL · 11-03-07, 01:08 PM

I have Directors Cut and SUPERBIT Directors Cut and there is a big difference.

SuperBit is for large LCD and Surround sound systems.

Read the back of the jewel case sometime .

If my printer wasn't down right now I'd scan and post what it doe's and be able to show the difference.

And price wise it was only $25.00

Chock · 11-03-07, 01:51 PM

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Unfortunately that's the one version you can't buy. The 'Original, Uncut Version', or in UK 'Miniseries', have, as Redbear said, the episode breaks edited out. What you get is a 4 hour and 53 minute movie.

Is this not it Sailor Steve?:

http://www.amazon.com/Boot-Mini-NON-...4115901&sr=1-1

Chock

FIREWALL · 11-03-07, 02:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Chock

Quote:

Unfortunately that's the one version you can't buy. The 'Original, Uncut Version', or in UK 'Miniseries', have, as Redbear said, the episode breaks edited out. What you get is a 4 hour and 53 minute movie.

Is this not it Sailor Steve?:

http://www.amazon.com/Boot-Mini-NON-...4115901&sr=1-1

Chock

Darn you Chock

I followed your link and bought UNCUT DB US FORMAT $20.00 and Iron Coffin $11.90

I have got to stop clicking Links. :p

Sailor Steve · 11-03-07, 04:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chock

Quote:

Unfortunately that's the one version you can't buy. The 'Original, Uncut Version', or in UK 'Miniseries', have, as Redbear said, the episode breaks edited out. What you get is a 4 hour and 53 minute movie.

Is this not it Sailor Steve?:

http://www.amazon.com/Boot-Mini-NON-...4115901&sr=1-1

Chock

Oh, so you lucky region 2 types can buy it from the Germans??!! How come I can't get that version? Huh? Huh?

Now I hate you all! Twice! Once for having the version I want, and once for proving me wrong! So there!:p

Actually that's pretty cool. Haven't seen that one.

Jimbuna · 11-03-07, 04:45 PM

The only version I own: http://www.amazon.com/Das-Boot-Regio...4126403&sr=1-8
Would love to read the book though

11-03-07, 08:55 AM	#1
looney Commodore Join Date: May 2007 Location: Sneek, The Netherlands Posts: 635 Downloads: 43 Uploads: 0	Which version of Das Boot? I'm looking to buy a copy of Das Boot. But as I look around the net I find there are several version of it. Wich 1 should I buy? P.S. I wouldn't mind if any of you point me to other good naval movies. I saw: In wich we serve (1942) a few months back.. real real kewl to watch such a propaganda movie.

11-03-07, 09:05 AM	#2
Chock Sea Lord Join Date: May 2005 Location: Under a thermal layer in chilly Olde England Posts: 1,842 Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	I've got two versions of Das Boot, one being the extremely short version (I bought that years ago when there were no other versions available). I don't recommend this, on its own it's okay, but in comparison to more complete versions, you can see where it is lacking, in fact some references in it make little sense, as there is a lot of character exposition trimmed out of it. The other version I have is the 'Director's Cut', that's good, but it is one of those films where you need to set aside time to watch it, as it's not exactly very short. With all that in mind, I intend to buy the original serialised version of it, that's the first version I ever saw, when it was on TV, and I think that's probably the one to have, as you can view it in manageable chunks, and see it in the episodic manner which it was originally geared towards in terms of pacing. Don't forget Run silent, Run deep too, another classic. Chock __________________

11-03-07, 01:08 PM	#8
FIREWALL Eternal Patrol Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: CATALINA IS. SO . CAL USA Posts: 10,108 Downloads: 511 Uploads: 0	I have Directors Cut and SUPERBIT Directors Cut and there is a big difference. SuperBit is for large LCD and Surround sound systems. Read the back of the jewel case sometime . If my printer wasn't down right now I'd scan and post what it doe's and be able to show the difference. And price wise it was only $25.00 __________________ RIP FIREWALL I Play GWX. Silent Hunter Who ???

11-03-07, 04:45 PM	#12
Jimbuna Chief of the Boat Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: 250 metres below the surface Posts: 190,500 Downloads: 63 Uploads: 13	The only version I own: http://www.amazon.com/Das-Boot-Regio...4126403&sr=1-8 Would love to read the book though __________________ Wise men speak because they have something to say; Fools because they have to say something. Oh my God, not again!!

11-03-07, 09:10 AM	#3
Stierlitz Loader Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Lurking at PD... Posts: 86 Downloads: 2 Uploads: 0	Definitely get the mini-series version!

11-03-07, 09:39 AM	#4
Redbear Engineer Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Pennsylvania, USA Posts: 208 Downloads: 33 Uploads: 0	I have two versions - the director's cut and the full-length version (made by seamlessly combining the miniseries episodes). If I was to pick only one of the two, I would pick to full length version. I think the added content adds a lot to the overall feel of the movie. Also, just a note, I have a 42" widescreen TV, and an older DVD player that outputs 480p. The director's cut is a 'superbit' DVD, while the full length version is not. In my opinion, there is much noticeable difference in quality between the two, so I wouldn't let that sway your decision. Enjoy whatever version you choose!

11-03-07, 09:41 AM	#5
Redbear Engineer Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Pennsylvania, USA Posts: 208 Downloads: 33 Uploads: 0	Oops - I meant to say 'not' much noticeable difference in my reply above.

11-03-07, 10:39 AM	#6
UnterseeBoogeyMan Ensign Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: The Land of Cholla Cactus and Red Chile Posts: 224 Downloads: 6 Uploads: 0	There is an 'Unlimited Version' out there. I have only seen directors' cut, but I read on this board that the Unlimited is exactly that, it has everything. I posted awhile back comparing the director's cut to the book and mentioned all the scenes and details from the book that werent in the d-cut. someone replied saying that all those things were in unlimited version. if you get a chance to read the book, you'll love it