10 TIPS FOR BUYING BLU-RAYS AND BUILDING A MOVIE COLLECTION

Here are 10 easy tips for buying Blu-ray movies, getting good deals, and starting your movie collection!

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[chitown]

I only buy the movies that I watch the most!

[WTDProductions]

I normally only buy movies that I know I’m going to watch multiple times, and try to never spend over $10-15 unless I know it’s not going to drop in price. I’ve bought a few films that I’ve never seen but heard good things about when they were less than $5

[johan]

I remember buying The Dark Knight Blu-ray at a swap meet and when I got home I opened the box it was Stuart Little dvd :/

[amitsingal]

I think the key to making a collection is really just knowing your tastes. I have a good idea of the catalog of directors, cinematographers, and screen writers who I tend to like. I’ve blind bought over 20-30 Blu-ray’s and 4ks and not one single purchase have I regretted. Furthermore, I do agree rewatchability is important but sometimes it’s ok to buy something if you just want it for your collection. I see my collection as a history of my filmgoing experience; therefore, I own films such as 12 Years A Slave and Manchester By The Sea because they impacted me and I believe they earn a spot in my collection even if I don’t see myself rewatching them frequently. Also, Criterion sales are life.

[ARIGHETTI]

I bought batman the complete animated series for $35 and sold the digital code for $24! Best deal I've ever got!

[Thecatdrums]

The best advice is buy what you love and what brings you joy.

I started to buy films again during this pandemic that I was putting off for good prices and I’m so happy to finally have them physically.

Streaming is what you should always do before you buy. Never blind buy unless you really want since it will lead to getting something you will not love to watch.

Great tips and if I was to add something extra I would say make sure you do your research and find out if you are buying the best version of the movie you want.

[jasonphillips]

Literally just started yesterday. Took my mom to Salvation Army and came across a bin of Blue Ray movies and came out with over 20 movies for like 2 bucks a piece. On top of that moms is a senior citizen and they took off an extra 25%!!! Started out with Marvel and DC!

Liked and subbed !
✊🏾

[smurfsrblu]

I always would rather wait and get the best release of a movie, like I would rather spring for a Criterion release than a $5 copy of the same movie with no restoration or special features. My feeling with collections are quality over quantity.

[IanShirley]

Make a rule for yourself where you can't buy another one until you've watched the ones you previously bought.

[valerieyoder]

I bought Knives Out recently thinking I'd watch it a couple times. I'm up to about 8 views now. Some movies just get better the more you revisit them.

[behanthescene]

Highly recommend this video to collectors. You just named everything I've already been doing and you're right. It's life-saving. Especially the offer bit

[kevindudley]

I always try to be as frugal as possible when buying blu-rays for my collection. Buying used and frequenting local thrift stores & pawn shops has always reaped huge rewards. I also time all of my Criterion Collection blu-ray purchases when Barnes & Noble has their twice a year half off Criterion sale.

[dandaman]

Movies that have extreme re-watchabilty factors heavily into whether I purchase or not. Other movies might not be the greatest, but they transport me back to happier times or more meaningful times in my life. Movies are art. Believe it or not, I had never seen Jaws all the way through for whatever reason, and I own the standard Blu-ray. Watching your excitement over it and other reviewers talking about this 45th anniversary 4K additional got me superhype. Since there are no theaters open this summer, I felt like watching the original blockbuster and all the features. Wasn't aware it came out about a month after I was born. Just watching movies of that era and moving into the 80s...wished they made more movies like this.

[tjdw]

I wonder whether you could do a video comparing and doing the Pros and Cons of a 4k digital stream film vs a 1080p Blu Ray film, talking about HDR and picture compression, sound compression, the overall picture quality difference, and then whether you would prefer watching a 4k stream or a 1080p bluray. There are some films that i like but dont love and cant decide whether I should buy the 4k streaming version, or get the physical 1080p, because i dont want to pay for the 4k Bluray for these titles, I know that this may be more of you talking about your preference in the end, it would still be helpful.

[omegaman]

I've noticed in some of my area Walmarts the 4K/Bluray combo packs are less than $13.00. Even though I don't have a 4K TV/ Player I will buy them for the blurays, because sometimes they are cheaper than the same movie in a bluray/dvd combo pack!! Then whenever I do upgrade to 4K I will already have a decent collection of 4K videos!! Great video!!

[groundhoglife]

When I first started collecting I was buying almost everything that was on release, after realising I had spent a small fortune I started clearing out and just keeping the ones I would watch again. Now I mainly collect classic movies . As you say thrift stores or as we say here in the U.K. charity stores are a great place to pick up some great titles. The hobby can get overwhelming but if you stick to what you like it becomes less daunting, just don’t buy to make your collection look bigger in the beginning 👍

[RonkeyRong]

That was a very good wholesome message at the beginning. Thank you for that, I really needed a reality check right now

[karanvirkooner]

I and my potential wife will enjoy collecting movies on DVD BluRay 3D BluRay and 4K UltraHD BluRay for fun

[dpskipallen]

Hey Matt I just wanted to reach out to you to say I am happy you are sharing your interest with physical media. It takes a special person to think of others before himself. That's what your channel is about. Sharing your love and interest in movies. Giving young newcomers to physical media info about how to get started buying blu rays and 4k's is terrific. I myself have been buying physical media for 2 decades and I have a vast movie collection. I still learn from your videos so that tells you right Thier how important what your doing. Keep up the great work. I look forward to more of your videos in the future.

[blacksky]

The budget tip is a great one! I've been taking notes of what I've been buying this year.... and the amount of money I already spent this year shocked me. I'll definetely embrace this directive.