HD-DVD LIVES! New title, "Smokers" Available for Pre-Order

Smokers Movie · 05-31-2010, 01:40 PM

This is not a "deal" per say but to those who have an HD-DVD player and are looking to add to that collection, here is your chance!

MCB Entertainment is releasing one of their upcoming features, Smokers, on the HD-DVD format.

Price is $30 shipped, but hey it's a new HD-DVD. The first 100 pre-orders also get a special thanks credit as well as a free mp3 from the director's band.

mcbtv dot net (backslash) hddvd

Here is the IMDB page to the flick;

imdb dot com (backslash) title (backslash) tt1547663

(Sorry I am not yet allowed to post links, but I will once I have the 5 posts.)

More info on Smokers, direct from the director;

I am the director of Smokers. A friend of mine this discussion to my attention so I thought I would clear a few things up:
- Our site is under construction, but we had to make parts of it accessible despite being unfinished because an article about the HD-DVD release with a link was being printed. A link to an under construction message with a pay pal button would have been allot more "shady". You can stop back later in the week when we are more presentable, or go to IMDB for more details about our films.

- The price is directly related to the cost of making fully packaged, professionally manufactured HD-DVD's. As a couple people mentioned another indie film Deadlands 2 was recently released on the format. Those were burned discs with computer printed labels and covers that had a higher price tag than Smokers does. I know this because I bought a copy. I am not knocking their movie in any way, I just want to clarify the difference between the releases.

- This is a very limited set that comes with alot of exclusive stuff some of which isn't even listed yet on the site. It is intended for fans of the HD-DVD format and collectors. For everyone else there will be a standard DVD you will be able to pick up at most stores.
Thank you guys for taking the time to read this.

- These are not HD-DVD R's but professionally replicated discs. It is being manufactured in the US. I can't speak for the makers of Deadlands 2 or explain their situation. In my own experience it was difficult to find a plant, but we did. It is also expensive to go this route, but I want to deliver the best product possible. Again I can't answer for another filmmaker or company.

- Manufacturing and shipping begins as soon as the 100th order is received. The first 100 people receive a "Special Thanks" credit in the film so it couldn't have already been manufactured.

- Those trailers are old promo trailers that were put together as a demo for investors. They are NOT official trailers.

- Also the "Family Friendly" version is NOT the TiVo version of the film. It is a special feature that is exclusive to the HD-DVD release. Smokers has allot of nudity, but is not pornographic. The TiVo version edits the nudity for a TV-14 rating. Think the VH1 cut of Showgirls. That was made specifically for TiVo and I have no intention of releasing anywhere else at this point. With two versions of the film the unedited is the "Director's Cut".
Thanks again!

- Also Smokers is not just a collection of random clips. That said don't expect hard hitting reporting either. This is a comedic documentary meant to entertain that is assembled like a drive-in or grindhouse presentation complete with cartoons at the beginning and an intermission. It is hosted by Debbie D of JT Petty's S&Man.
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**bruceames** · 05-31-2010, 02:19 PM

Thanks for the info and welcome to the forum. I'll be ordering mine soon.

oblioman · 05-31-2010, 07:02 PM

Smells like smoke to me.

Smokers Movie · 05-31-2010, 07:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bruceames

Thanks for the info and welcome to the forum. I'll be ordering mine soon.

Thanks for the support, sir. I am going to try and hop on this board as much as possible to answer any questions you guys may have about the release.

Today has been the first day we put promotion out there, and the response has been great!

**bruceames** · 06-03-2010, 05:47 PM

I preordered my copy today. Here's the link in case anyone's interested...

http://www.mcbtv.net/hddvd.html

Smokers Movie · 06-03-2010, 10:18 PM

[quote=bruceames;1051284]I preordered my copy today. Here's the link in case anyone's interested...

Thanks Bruce! Greatly appreciated, we are going to be putting up a countdown to the final pre-order this weekend. So far it has moved along pretty smoothly.

MikeRox · 06-04-2010, 06:12 AM

Will you guys ship outside the US?

Smokers Movie · 06-04-2010, 07:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MikeRox

Will you guys ship outside the US?

Yes we will! It is only first class shipping but we will do it for no extra charge.

andymo · 06-04-2010, 04:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by oblioman

Smells like smoke to me.

LMAO, true that

Smokers Movie · 06-04-2010, 05:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by andymo

LMAO, true that

Not sure what you guys mean by that, but if you believe this is sham that is fine, we are more than halfway through pre-order's at this point. As I have shown on the opening post this film is recognized by IMDB, and will soon be available on DVD as well as digital very soon. Blu-ray will eventually be available too.

dangerdoc · 06-07-2010, 03:20 PM

Speaking of HD DVD lives, I saw a new HD DVD player on Engadget today.

Stew4HD · 06-09-2010, 03:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bruceames

I preordered my copy today. Here's the link in case anyone's interested...

http://www.mcbtv.net/hddvd.html

I pre-ordered today too

Smokers Movie · 06-09-2010, 11:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stew4HD

I pre-ordered today too

Thanks a lot for the support guys! We are under 40 pre-order slots left, which is not bad at all for just over a week.

Spread the word around, the faster we get the pre-order's the quicker we go to pressing!

Super XP · 06-12-2010, 08:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dangerdoc

Speaking of HD DVD lives, I saw a new HD DVD player on Engadget today.

Sure it wasn't a BD player or something. How about a link

dangerdoc · 06-13-2010, 05:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Super XP

Sure it wasn't a BD player or something. How about a link

Can't find the link now but it was a picture of a China Blue, Blu Ray, HD DVD player they found at a show last week. There were the usual zombie disc jokes and a few people commented on it.

05-31-2010, 01:40 PM	#1
Smokers Movie My plasma is High Def. Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 7	HD-DVD LIVES! New title, "Smokers" Available for Pre-Order This is not a "deal" per say but to those who have an HD-DVD player and are looking to add to that collection, here is your chance! MCB Entertainment is releasing one of their upcoming features, Smokers, on the HD-DVD format. Price is $30 shipped, but hey it's a new HD-DVD. The first 100 pre-orders also get a special thanks credit as well as a free mp3 from the director's band. mcbtv dot net (backslash) hddvd Here is the IMDB page to the flick; imdb dot com (backslash) title (backslash) tt1547663 (Sorry I am not yet allowed to post links, but I will once I have the 5 posts.) More info on Smokers, direct from the director; I am the director of Smokers. A friend of mine this discussion to my attention so I thought I would clear a few things up: - Our site is under construction, but we had to make parts of it accessible despite being unfinished because an article about the HD-DVD release with a link was being printed. A link to an under construction message with a pay pal button would have been allot more "shady". You can stop back later in the week when we are more presentable, or go to IMDB for more details about our films. - The price is directly related to the cost of making fully packaged, professionally manufactured HD-DVD's. As a couple people mentioned another indie film Deadlands 2 was recently released on the format. Those were burned discs with computer printed labels and covers that had a higher price tag than Smokers does. I know this because I bought a copy. I am not knocking their movie in any way, I just want to clarify the difference between the releases. - This is a very limited set that comes with alot of exclusive stuff some of which isn't even listed yet on the site. It is intended for fans of the HD-DVD format and collectors. For everyone else there will be a standard DVD you will be able to pick up at most stores. Thank you guys for taking the time to read this. - These are not HD-DVD R's but professionally replicated discs. It is being manufactured in the US. I can't speak for the makers of Deadlands 2 or explain their situation. In my own experience it was difficult to find a plant, but we did. It is also expensive to go this route, but I want to deliver the best product possible. Again I can't answer for another filmmaker or company. - Manufacturing and shipping begins as soon as the 100th order is received. The first 100 people receive a "Special Thanks" credit in the film so it couldn't have already been manufactured. - Those trailers are old promo trailers that were put together as a demo for investors. They are NOT official trailers. - Also the "Family Friendly" version is NOT the TiVo version of the film. It is a special feature that is exclusive to the HD-DVD release. Smokers has allot of nudity, but is not pornographic. The TiVo version edits the nudity for a TV-14 rating. Think the VH1 cut of Showgirls. That was made specifically for TiVo and I have no intention of releasing anywhere else at this point. With two versions of the film the unedited is the "Director's Cut". Thanks again! - Also Smokers is not just a collection of random clips. That said don't expect hard hitting reporting either. This is a comedic documentary meant to entertain that is assembled like a drive-in or grindhouse presentation complete with cartoons at the beginning and an intermission. It is hosted by Debbie D of JT Petty's S&Man. __________________

05-31-2010, 02:19 PM	#2
bruceames Super Moderator Join Date: May 2006 Location: Novato, CA Posts: 13,826	Thanks for the info and welcome to the forum. I'll be ordering mine soon. __________________ blu-rays owned: 115 Latest purchases: Life is Beautiful, Como Dio Comanda

06-03-2010, 05:47 PM	#5
bruceames Super Moderator Join Date: May 2006 Location: Novato, CA Posts: 13,826	I preordered my copy today. Here's the link in case anyone's interested... http://www.mcbtv.net/hddvd.html __________________ blu-rays owned: 115 Latest purchases: Life is Beautiful, Como Dio Comanda

06-04-2010, 06:12 AM	#7
MikeRox Connoisseur of Fine Games Join Date: May 2007 Location: Huddersfield, United Kingdom Posts: 15,756	Will you guys ship outside the US? __________________ Currently Playing: Xenoblade Chronicles, Ridge Racer 3D, DIRT 3

05-31-2010, 07:02 PM	#3
oblioman Every day is Friday Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Hooooterville Posts: 9,053	Smells like smoke to me.

06-03-2010, 10:18 PM	#6
Smokers Movie My plasma is High Def. Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 7	[quote=bruceames;1051284]I preordered my copy today. Here's the link in case anyone's interested... Thanks Bruce! Greatly appreciated, we are going to be putting up a countdown to the final pre-order this weekend. So far it has moved along pretty smoothly.

06-07-2010, 03:20 PM	#11
dangerdoc ------------------------- Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 664	Speaking of HD DVD lives, I saw a new HD DVD player on Engadget today.