Source: The Digital Bits and DVD Active
Earlier today, Web site The Digital Bits reported some issues with the release of the Ultimate Superman Collection.
First, the 1978 Superman theatrical edition DOESN’T have the original 1978 audio – it’s got an edited down version of the irritating remixed audio from 2000, complete with all the awful new sound effects. Also, in at least some sets, the Superman III disc included is mistakenly the previous movie-only version, NOT the new Deluxe Edition that’s supposed to be in the set. We’re waiting to hear back from Warner as to how they’re going to handle the situation, and we’ll let you know.
Web site DVD Active also confimred the blunder on part on Warner Bros.
Those of you who have pre-ordered copies of Warner Home Video’s forthcoming Superman: Ultimate Collector’s Edition might want to think twice. Due to a massive technical blunder, the Superman III: Deluxe Edition discs contain the original 2001 release of the film, rather than the advertised disc with commentary, additional scenes and a vintage featurette.
In a statement released by Warner Bros. Home Video today, the studio admits Bonus content was omitted from the “Superman III Deluxe Edition” in the 14-disc “Superman Ultimate Collector’s Edition.” Furthermore, disc one of “Superman: The Movie Four Disc Special Edition” did not include the Dolby Digital 2.0 mix. Neither disc is known to be physically defective in any way.
Warner Home Video wants to extend apologies to all of our loyal Superman fans who’ve waited so patiently for these great collections and has taken immediate steps to correct these errors with the intention of standing behind our product 100%.
Replacement discs can be obtained by calling: 800-553-6937. The exchange program applies only to purchases of the “Superman III Deluxe Edition” in the “Superman Ultimate Collector’s Edition” and to disc one of “Superman: The Movie Four Disc Special Edition,” available as a single title, as well as in “The Christopher Reeve Superman Collection” and in the “Superman Ultimate Collector’s Edition.”
