Thor: The Dark World (3D+2D Blu-ray SteelBook) (Zavvi Exclusive) [UK]

[digitalbabe]

Release date: February 24th, 2014
Purchase link: Thor: The Dark World
Price: £24.99
Notes: Print run: 7'000

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Specs

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2D Blu-Ray EXTRAS:
• Featurette – A Brother’s Journey: Thor & Loki
o In this 30 minutes mini documentary, go behind the scenes with filmmakers and cast as we explore two of the most iconic characters in the Marvel Universe with stars Chris Hemsworth (Thor) & Tom Hiddleston (Loki), and journey through the key moments that have defined and endeared these characters to audiences around the world.
• Exclusive Look – Captain America: The Winter Soldier
o Get an exclusive first look at the latest installment in the Captain America franchise.
• Featurette – Scoring Thor: The Dark World with Brian Tyler
o Go behind the scenes with the filmmakers and acclaimed composer Brian Tyler for a look at the creation of the movie’s stunning original score.
• Never Before Seen Deleted and Extended Scenes
• Gag Reel
• Audio Commentary from Tom Hiddleston, alongside Director Alan Taylor, Producer Kevin Feige, and Cinematographer Kramer Morgenthau.
• and more….

Old artwork

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Actual pics from ricster:

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All images can be clicked on for a closer view. They are all high res and can be viewed at full scale.

Below are shots to help show the finishing on the steel.

HDN EXCLUSIVE SHOTS
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HDN EXCLUSIVE FINISHING SHOT
Extremely close up shot to help show you the paint job

NATURAL LIGHT SHOTS

 

[Geek Tragedy]

^
I think watkinson means Blufans...but even then they have not confirmed any slip or artwork.

 

[yeslek]

It said In Stock last month. This is not news

and my order has been processing since last October

 

[snooloui]

What is the release date as I don't want a surprise release date

My bank Account debit card needs to know

I suppose its 24/02/2014 but we need this to be confirmed or be given the correct release date

Zavvi are now displaying the release date as anticipated: February 24th, 2014

 

[gaeljet]

if it's like with the disney's steels, they might send it before release date(so you get charged before release date too)

 

[BDDB]

Though I knew it was going to be this date it has added to a heavily contested month!

 

[Gamesgaryjp]

Much preferred the old art tbh.

 

[paulboland]

Release Date: 24 February 2014
Its listed on Zavvi site

http://www.zavvi.com/blu-ray/thor-2-the-dark-world-3d-zavvi-exclusive-limited-edition-steelbook-includes-2d-version/10867175.html

 

[psychoscot]

Release Date: 24 February 2014
Its listed on Zavvi site

http://www.zavvi.com/blu-ray/thor-2-the-dark-world-3d-zavvi-exclusive-limited-edition-steelbook-includes-2d-version/10867175.html

And on the 25th it will be £17.99

 

[SaberTooth]

Idea to please fans:

Hear me out, a transparent slipcover with the Title on the Front and spine...and maybe the ratings/other info on the back. That way you can have the Titles when shelved and displayed, you can take it out and appreciate the art on its own, and you have a minimalistic protective sleeve. This would be a pretty cost-effective and practical remedy.

Like DE 1st release Inception? yes this is another good idea , tho i jus had a rant in the ask Wreck thread that title-less art was ok as long as the title is always on the spine!

 

[wolfmansgotnards]

I keep coming back to this thread hoping Zavvi/Disney have a change of heart and decide to fix the steelbook. Still no luck.

 

[spookz]

I think you'll be disappointed, barrycameron, sorry to say. It'll be the same cheap, nasty, dull metal that we've come to expect from our friends at Zavvi. I'm looking forward to the blufans pics to see how the masters work!!

 

[ben6212]

I think you'll be disappointed, barrycameron, sorry to say. It'll be the same cheap, nasty, dull metal that we've come to expect from our friends at Zavvi. I'm looking forward to the blufans pics to see how the masters work!!

in what way shape or form is this zavvi's fault considering its the same everywhere in the world?

 

[jdslater]

in what way shape or form is this zavvi's fault considering its the same everywhere in the world?

Here! Here!

 

[SixSpeedSamurai]

Will this have a digital copy?

 

[spookz]

I'm not looking to have a fight... just stating the obvious in my opinion. The prices from Zavvi have gone up and up and the steelbooks are not getting any better. The Zavvi exclusives have followed a similar format, dull cheaper quality metal and framed. You just have to look at steels on general release recently... World's End, Kick Ass 2 that they are quality steels.
I love the fact that all the effort they put in on this site to enable us to buy Blu fans releases, which I have been lucky enough to get in on, that the quality is amazing. Oz, Face Off etc, have blown everything else out of the water. I for one would like to spend a little extra of my hard earned cash on something a bit more exclusive, limited and different (which it used to be like).
In my opinion, the route on Zavvi exclusives seems to follow a pattern now. Roger Rabbit and Aladdin great then down hill from there. I do hope that changes, but for now it does not look like it. I have given up now, as the metal quality allows it to be dented more easily and the returns process extremely poor.

 

[jitstark]

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I'm not looking to have a fight... just stating the obvious in my opinion. The prices from Zavvi have gone up and up and the steelbooks are not getting any better. The Zavvi exclusives have followed a similar format, dull cheaper quality metal and framed. You just have to look at steels on general release recently... World's End, Kick Ass 2 that they are quality steels.
I love the fact that all the effort they put in on this site to enable us to buy Blu fans releases, which I have been lucky enough to get in on, that the quality is amazing. Oz, Face Off etc, have blown everything else out of the water. I for one would like to spend a little extra of my hard earned cash on something a bit more exclusive, limited and different (which it used to be like).
In my opinion, the route on Zavvi exclusives seems to follow a pattern now. Roger Rabbit and Aladdin great then down hill from there. I do hope that changes, but for now it does not look like it. I have given up now, as the metal quality allows it to be dented more easily and the returns process extremely poor.

I didn't see your post as starting a fight at all. People should be able to express their opinion here and I agree with you about the quality of Disney steels since Aladdin. However, Disney are notoriously tough when it comes to steelbooks in the UK. For years they have omitted special features and the like over here. Disney tend to be a 'take it or leave it' type of company and I would argue it's their standards which have slipped dramatically recently. As much as I do not love Zavvi I think they have very say into how steels are produced and it's mostly a studio decision. Look at the recent Warner steels (TDKR, and Man of Steel) they were trade wide and still pretty poor.

Blufans are luckier in the way that China is a bit of an anomalous market where they can ask for changes and they are listened to (to an extent) because of it being difficult to get a foothold in China for companies. You see Disney constantly making changes for the Chinese market even down to extra scenes in Iron Man 3 specifically for China. Other Studios follow suit too.

 

[BMox81]

I think Zavvi are about to lose a hell of a lot of custom for this.

 

[Basil]

for those wanting a version with the title on the front and spine its has been confirmed on the candian futureshop release with group buys open on it now i suggest those that do go and have a read now, i for one am switching over to that version but think it will be a very busy release for those that want it.

have a read make your own minds up
https://www.hidefninja.com/community/threads/44005/

2 group buys are at top of that thread for those that are intrested, i hope is of help to those that did not know.

all the best basil

 

[Duckninja]

Hi I am new here, I start collect. Is first Thor sold out?

 

[jammyone]

Hi I am new here, I start collect. Is first Thor sold out?

The original Thor HMV exclusive sold out a long time ago, it now sells for #70+ on ebay,

Zavvi recently released a different Thor steelbook which is also sold out but goes for a lot less on ebay as it's far less desirable than the original