- Format: PAL
- Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
- Number of discs: 7
- Classification: 18
- Studio: Fox
- DVD Release Date: 29 May 2006
- Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
- ASIN: B000ERVG3E
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 23,568 in Film & TV (See Top 100 in Film & TV)
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This fantastic boxset includes The Fly (1958), Return Of The Fly (1959), Curse Of The Fly (1965), The Fly - 20th Anniversary Special Edition (1986) and The Fly II - Special Edition (1989). Pushing the boundaries of horror from the outset, The Fly franchise successfully combined spine tingling shocks with heartwarming romance and produced some of the most frightening yet memorable films of all time. Presented in a limited edition Teleportation Pod boxset (modeled on the pod used by Jeff Goldblum in the 1986 film) this collection finally brings together the classic 80's blockbusters with the original films that inspired them.
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I agree entirely with the previous reviewer that the Limited Edition Box Set is of a poor standard. The box itself, cheap plastic which will have a limited life span due to its flimsy design. Also the plastic pod inside will have to be handled with care if it wants to last.
As for the movies themselves, they are absolutely first class. Each film has an outstanding print, and that is despite that the first three movies were made from the late 1950s until the mid 1960s. The original Fly remains a classic, although it looks dated. But, the strong storyline, and a superb cast hold it together. The Return of The Fly is a B Movie which were popular with cinema audiences during the 1950s and is worth seeing. This one does have a happy ending though. The wonderful character actor Vincent Price appears in them both, and I am sure his fans will love these. The Curse of The Fly is rarely shown on television nowadays which is a pity because it is a rather decent B Movie made in England (at Shepperton Studios which stands in for Montreal). Two fine British actors, George Baker and Carole Gray supported by Irish-American actor Brian Donlevy (Quatermass) make a fine job of this little known movie. It does have a few shocks, with some great make up effects, and a rather surprising ending.
The remake of The Fly dating from 1986 is superb. Its a classic in its own right. Wonderfully directed by Canadian David Cronenberg who doesnt limit the shocks and make up effects throughout does a superb job. Of course, mention must be made of Jeff Goldblum and Geena Davis, two very fine actors indeed who carry this movie throughout to an amazing end sequence which even after twenty years when the movie was first released, still shocks today.
The Fly II is a mediocre follow up, although it does have its moments. Still, apart from the poor quality packaging, its a decent buy if the price was reduced. Although to be fair to Amazon, they do offer this set at a reasonable price which is far less than the original.
The seven discs contain all five Fly movies, with numerous extras. Great picture and sound; shame about the box themselves.
As for the movies themselves, they are absolutely first class. Each film has an outstanding print, and that is despite that the first three movies were made from the late 1950s until the mid 1960s. The original Fly remains a classic, although it looks dated. But, the strong storyline, and a superb cast hold it together. The Return of The Fly is a B Movie which were popular with cinema audiences during the 1950s and is worth seeing. This one does have a happy ending though. The wonderful character actor Vincent Price appears in them both, and I am sure his fans will love these. The Curse of The Fly is rarely shown on television nowadays which is a pity because it is a rather decent B Movie made in England (at Shepperton Studios which stands in for Montreal). Two fine British actors, George Baker and Carole Gray supported by Irish-American actor Brian Donlevy (Quatermass) make a fine job of this little known movie. It does have a few shocks, with some great make up effects, and a rather surprising ending.
The remake of The Fly dating from 1986 is superb. Its a classic in its own right. Wonderfully directed by Canadian David Cronenberg who doesnt limit the shocks and make up effects throughout does a superb job. Of course, mention must be made of Jeff Goldblum and Geena Davis, two very fine actors indeed who carry this movie throughout to an amazing end sequence which even after twenty years when the movie was first released, still shocks today.
The Fly II is a mediocre follow up, although it does have its moments. Still, apart from the poor quality packaging, its a decent buy if the price was reduced. Although to be fair to Amazon, they do offer this set at a reasonable price which is far less than the original.
The seven discs contain all five Fly movies, with numerous extras. Great picture and sound; shame about the box themselves.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
The Fly films get a fantastic dvd workout on this, The Fly Ultimate Collector's Edition. The boxset is quite big and houses a plastic replica of one of the telepods from the 1986 movie. Open it, and you will find all seven discs, covering the original trilogy strating with The Fly(1957), Return of the Fly and Curse of the Fly. Then, you've got the two disc collector's editions of The Fly(1986) and it's lesser known sequel The Fly II.
One thing that I've heard people complaining about is the lack of special features on the original films. This is not true. Go onto The Fly II bonus disc and you will find a documentary entitled 'The Fly Papers:The Buzz on Hollywood's scariest insect'. This documentary cover a lot of material about the original films.
The Fly(1986) is a modern classic and belongs in everyone's dvd collection. It's making of entitled 'Fear of the Flesh' is astounding and warrants a watch. The Fly II isn't quite as an effective movie as it's predecessor, but is still a very entertaining horror film. It also gets a fantastic dvd workout. The original films are dated, but the original Fly is still worth a watch. The Fly Ultimate Collector's Edition is an excellent DVD and is a requisite addition to any dvd collection.
Special Features are below:-
Disc 1 - The Fly(1986)
Director's Commentary
Disc 2 - The Fly Bonus Features
Fear of the Flesh - 3 Hour Making of
The Brundle Museuem of Natural History - Featurette
Deleted/Extended Scenes
Screen Tests
Two Screenplays - Original and Final Drafts
Original short story
Magazine Articles
Trailers/Tv Spots
1986 EPK
Disc 3 - The Fly II
Commentary by Director and Film Historian
Deleted Scene/Alternate Ending
Disc 4 - The Fly II Special Features
Transformations - 1 Hour Making of Documentary
The Fly Papers - Making of the Fly saga
Production Journal
Music Featurette
1989 EPK
Storyboard to Film Comparisons
Stills Galleries/Trailers
Disc 5 - The Fly (1957)
Trailers
Disc 6 - Return of the Fly
Trailers
Disc 7 - Curse of the Fly
One thing that I've heard people complaining about is the lack of special features on the original films. This is not true. Go onto The Fly II bonus disc and you will find a documentary entitled 'The Fly Papers:The Buzz on Hollywood's scariest insect'. This documentary cover a lot of material about the original films.
The Fly(1986) is a modern classic and belongs in everyone's dvd collection. It's making of entitled 'Fear of the Flesh' is astounding and warrants a watch. The Fly II isn't quite as an effective movie as it's predecessor, but is still a very entertaining horror film. It also gets a fantastic dvd workout. The original films are dated, but the original Fly is still worth a watch. The Fly Ultimate Collector's Edition is an excellent DVD and is a requisite addition to any dvd collection.
Special Features are below:-
Disc 1 - The Fly(1986)
Director's Commentary
Disc 2 - The Fly Bonus Features
Fear of the Flesh - 3 Hour Making of
The Brundle Museuem of Natural History - Featurette
Deleted/Extended Scenes
Screen Tests
Two Screenplays - Original and Final Drafts
Original short story
Magazine Articles
Trailers/Tv Spots
1986 EPK
Disc 3 - The Fly II
Commentary by Director and Film Historian
Deleted Scene/Alternate Ending
Disc 4 - The Fly II Special Features
Transformations - 1 Hour Making of Documentary
The Fly Papers - Making of the Fly saga
Production Journal
Music Featurette
1989 EPK
Storyboard to Film Comparisons
Stills Galleries/Trailers
Disc 5 - The Fly (1957)
Trailers
Disc 6 - Return of the Fly
Trailers
Disc 7 - Curse of the Fly
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I have just received the item, but partly damaged due to very bad packaging, so i am returning it straight away. the outer box is made of thin fragile plastic, and amazon's despatcher indigofish couldn't cared less. they managed to squeeze it tight in padded envelope, and of course it came cracked. they could atleast send it in a card box. i hope they not gonna wind me uop with the refund and stuff.
part 2:
i have just received the replacement box set, and it was even more damaged than the first one! and when i called amazon to complain they assured me that they gonna make sure that this time its gonna be send properly packed. at the end, it just came in a bigger padded envelope. save yourself from trouble and dont buy it from here or from the supplier indigofish. and i even didnt get the refund for the postage i paid to send the first one back! beware!
part 2:
i have just received the replacement box set, and it was even more damaged than the first one! and when i called amazon to complain they assured me that they gonna make sure that this time its gonna be send properly packed. at the end, it just came in a bigger padded envelope. save yourself from trouble and dont buy it from here or from the supplier indigofish. and i even didnt get the refund for the postage i paid to send the first one back! beware!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Question?
does this DVD-set feature 7-discs: the original 1950's THE FLY 1-3, and the 2-1980's remakes? cause the picture of the inside of the set only shows 2-discs? Read more
Published 14 months ago by R. E. Zuleta
Realy cool colection
For the first time on dvd the clasics plus the newest movies.Before years i have wached the two films from the 80s.And i like them both,for the gore,violence and efects. Read more
Published on 19 Aug 2009 by Saroglou Anastasios
Ultimate Collectors' Edition Box Set
Pros:
3 Classic Movies
2 Disc versions of The Fly & The Fly II
Boxset case looks good
Cons:
No booklet
Boxset case too flimsy
No extras for... Read more
3 Classic Movies
2 Disc versions of The Fly & The Fly II
Boxset case looks good
Cons:
No booklet
Boxset case too flimsy
No extras for... Read more
Published on 21 Jan 2008 by Agent47
Poor quality 'Limited Edition' Boxset
Being a DVD collector who likes to collect limited edition boxsets I could not wait to get my hands on this one. Read more
Published on 31 May 2006 by Mr. Kevin Waddington
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