Gladiator Ultimate Edition (Blu-ray SteelBook) (HDzeta Exclusive No.3) [China]

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Release date: March, 2015
Notes: Glossy finish, Title and Helmet Embossed
Steelbook Made in Denmark, Limited 3000 copies.
Disc: Remasterd Disc +Bonus disc, 2 discs are Region Free

* Note, the Lenticular is not glued to slip, it is loose. It was supposed to be loose, according to the design by HDzeta, but this was not clear in the mockup. Someone will be in contact you with to determine whether you wish to receive the product as intended, or wait for a 'glued' replacement from your hub leader, after Xin sends it to them.

Group Buy details (click on spoiler)

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1. GB-Gladiator Ultimate Edition Tripack Version Round 1 ---100 copies for HDN
Price: 160 $US (include shipping to hub)
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2. GB-Gladiator Ultimate Edition Tripack Version Round 2 ---200 copies for HDN
Price: 160 $US (include shipping to hub)
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3. GB-Gladiator Ultimate Edition Lenticular Version --- 300-400 copies for HDN
Price: 56 $US (include shipping to hub)
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4. GB-Gladiator Ultimate Edition Normal Slip Version --- 200-300 copies for HDN
Price: 53 $US (include shipping to hub)
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5. GB-Gladiator Ultimate Edition Quarter Slip Version --- 150 copies for HDN
Price: 50 $US (include shipping to hub)
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6. GB-Gladiator Ultimate Edition Lenticular/Normal/Quarter Slip Version Round 2 --- 150 copies for HDN
Price: 56$ / 53$ / 50$
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Spoiler: Inside art

All the different editions:
Lenticular Slip: (with normal number card) 1300 copies(No.0001-No.0500 for the boxset, not sold seperatly)

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Normal Slip: (with normal number card) 1000 copies(No.0001-No.0500 for the boxset, not sold seperatly)

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1/4 Slip: (with normal number card) 700 copies(No.0001-No.0500 for the boxset, not sold seperatly)

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Triple Boxset Artwork: (with Special Metal Number card) Only 500 copies, No.0001-No.0500

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For in-hand pics, see this post.

Spoiler: Old infos

Item delayed due to manufacturing/printing issue.
Please see Xin's updated post here​

**Please direct all inquiries regarding Steelbook payments, invoices, etc to Alex**
Hubs will invoice for shipping later when Steelbooks are received by the hub leaders.

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[paulboland]

If it was only a sample copy then its not a major problem

If all the steelbooks have already been produced without showing a RIDLEY SCOTT film then we can expect a problem and long delay

What will happen
1)They get the ok for not having a RIDLEY SCOTT film on the steelbook and no delays
2)They have to go back to production and re do all the steelbooks that will cause a long delay

Was the original information given to Scanavo show it must have on the steelbook a RIDLEY SCOTT film
If that is yes then its Scanavo who would have to re do the production at their expense and not cost HDzeta anything extra

If HDzeta did not provide Scanavo with information that it was meant to have on the steelbook a RIDLEY SCOTT film then its not Scanavo fault and cost of re production would be with HDzeta

In my Opinion
I think the best solution is for all parties to agree to its ok for not having a RIDLEY SCOTT film on the steelbook and this will mean no extra expense and no delay to shipping

 

[popeye]

If it was only a sample copy then its not a major problem

If all the steelbooks have already been produced without showing a RIDLEY SCOTT film then we can expect a problem and long delay

What will happen
1)They get the ok for not having a RIDLEY SCOTT film on the steelbook and no delays
2)They have to go back to production and re do all the steelbooks that will cause a long delay

Was the original information given to Scanavo show it must have on the steelbook a RIDLEY SCOTT film
If that is yes then its Scanavo who would have to re do the production at their expense and not cost HDzeta anything extra

If HDzeta did not provide Scanavo with information that it was meant to have on the steelbook a RIDLEY SCOTT film then its not Scanavo fault and cost of re production would be with HDzeta

In my Opinion
I think the best solution is for all parties to agree to its ok for not having a RIDLEY SCOTT film on the steelbook and this will mean no extra expense and no delay to shipping

I reckon a good solution would be to include a sticker, might work if everyone can agree. Just chucking an idea out there.

 

[viper0210]

Can't they add it to the slip or j-card would be cheaper and semi permanent?

 

[snooloui]

I think the best solution is for all parties to agree to its ok for not having a RIDLEY SCOTT film on the steelbook and this will mean no extra expense and no delay to shipping

I don't think it is the best solution. The best solution is to correct the error, otherwise it sets a precedent for the future. It is likely a contractual thing anyway as it seems to appear on the majority of Blu-ray releases, along with 'Russell Crowe' and the Academy Awards text, which is why HDzeta couldn't get the latter removed despite the complaints.

 

[paulboland]

I don't think it is the best solution. The best solution is to correct the error, otherwise it sets a precedent for the future. It is likely a contractual thing anyway as it seems to appear on the majority of Blu-ray releases, along with 'Russell Crowe' and the Academy Awards text, which is why HDzeta couldn't get the latter removed despite the complaints.

If the fault lies with HDzeta and not with Scanavo then will HDzeta take the hit on re production costs to fix the mistake
If its Scanavo fault then HDzeta will just make Scanavo do a new batch and not cost HDzeta anything as it would not be their mistake

I agree It is most likely a contractual thing for Director and Main Star name be on the product as it has been the case with all previous RIDLEY SCOTTs Blu ray releases

Us collectors will just want our steekbook but if the fault lies with HDzeta will they take the hit on re production costs as they are not like other retailers who have lots of other releases to make up for any losses

If the Photos was just a sample steelbook and the main production had not been started then its not a major problem and can be easily fixed to be correct and should not cause to much of a delay

 

[Starling]

Personally, I hope they redo them all bar one: mine. Now that would be an exclusive.

 

[swpix7]

I just want my steelbook, with or without the text. Better without but, I know that is unrealistic

 

[Aw 83]

Hope it's not a long wait know as I'm excited for these editions... [emoji41]

 

[tnguyen13]

Hi guys, Is it too late to join the GB for this? It looks beautiful ;(

 

[IRON MAN]

Hi guys, Is it too late to join the GB for this? It looks beautiful ;(

I believe the GBs for the individual versions are still open. Links in OP.

 

[UpsetSmiley]

I believe the GBs for the individual versions are still open. Links in OP.

Is there a normal slip version? The link in the OP directs me to the lenti.

 

[CasuallyDressed]

Is there a normal slip version? The link in the OP directs me to the lenti.

https://www.hidefninja.com/communit...n-normal-slip-version-hdzeta-exclusive.57513/

 

[IRON MAN]

Is there a normal slip version? The link in the OP directs me to the lenti.

The Christmas elves were being cheeky and messed the link in the OP, fixed.

 

[BaleHardy]

Can't believe that every major exclusive steelbook retailer is having quality issues together....Blufans, Nova, Kimchi, now HDZeta too!! Only Zavvi seems to be turning them out before time!!!

 

[bevins2012]

Can't believe that every major exclusive steelbook retailer is having quality issues together....Blufans, Nova, Kimchi, now HDZeta too!! Only Zavvi seems to be turning them out before time!!!

When Zavvi has a quality control issue, they don't care. Besides that Zavvi produces way more steelbooks with identical finishes. They can easily produce so many disney steels of the same quality at once because all it would require at the factory is different ink and switching out the plates that stamp in the embossing.

 

[paulboland]

When Zavvi has a quality control issue, they don't care. Besides that Zavvi produces way more steelbooks with identical finishes. They can easily produce so many disney steels of the same quality at once because all it would require at the factory is different ink and switching out the plates that stamp in the embossing.

Zavvi don't make any steelbooks the film studios do and give them an exclusive or its available as a general release to all retailers

Its Scanavo who make the steelbooks its them who have the inks and equipment and produce the steelbooks for the film studios and small independent distributors

HDzeta with approval from the film studio provide artwork and finish required to Scanavo to produce the steelbook

 

[jimmyv]

Hi. Please see my post here. I paid for GB Nov 22 but my name was deleted from the list (I was #4, 5, 6)

https://www.hidefninja.com/communit...on-hdzeta-exclusive.57513/page-5#post-1232672

 

[blusteel980]

Hi. Please see my post here. I paid for GB Nov 22 but my name was deleted from the list (I was #4, 5, 6)

https://www.hidefninja.com/communit...on-hdzeta-exclusive.57513/page-5#post-1232672

For some reason you got black listed.

 

[jimmyv]

For some reason you got black listed.

I've been black listed? How do you know this? And why would I be black listed?

 

[keyjey]

I've been black listed? How do you know this? And why would I be black listed?

Your name is in OP of full slip GB, right under black listed section. Surprised to see your name there. Must be some mistake.