01-27-2005, 10:08 AM
Ok, I'll chip in my 2cts on this subject (again). As Vicious mentioned, I'll be one of the people who won't buy anime series if hk's go away. I put certain value to certain things. I don't think that R1 anime is worth the price they ask for it (I'm alking about the stereotype release of a new show, not one thats been out for years and goes for reasonable price). Just like I won't buy a plasma tv in the stores but if I'm offered one on the streets for a fraction I'll buy it. I don't give a fuck.
Now, I've stated this before: I don't know who's ripping who of but someone is making lots of money. Whether it be the R1 companies with their 6/8 disc shows or the Japanse companies who want insane licensing fees, someone is making lots of money for a product that I don't think deserves it. I put more value on a 3 hour live action movie for $20 than 60 min. of anime for the same price which also costs a fraction to make compared to the live action. Or if you don't like the live action or movie comparison than use shows like friends or the simpsons/south park which still go for less than anime. Sure its a smaller market but it also costs waaaaay less to produce and than they also make back a large sum with the tv broadcasting.
If I buy another show for $150 I'll feel ripped of so I won't. Bring it to me on 4 discs for $50 and I'm your man.
Now on topic. I'm very interested in hearing JJ's opinion since he knows flora more than any of us. If you read this, want to tell us what you think about it?
Now, I've stated this before: I don't know who's ripping who of but someone is making lots of money. Whether it be the R1 companies with their 6/8 disc shows or the Japanse companies who want insane licensing fees, someone is making lots of money for a product that I don't think deserves it. I put more value on a 3 hour live action movie for $20 than 60 min. of anime for the same price which also costs a fraction to make compared to the live action. Or if you don't like the live action or movie comparison than use shows like friends or the simpsons/south park which still go for less than anime. Sure its a smaller market but it also costs waaaaay less to produce and than they also make back a large sum with the tv broadcasting.
If I buy another show for $150 I'll feel ripped of so I won't. Bring it to me on 4 discs for $50 and I'm your man.
Now on topic. I'm very interested in hearing JJ's opinion since he knows flora more than any of us. If you read this, want to tell us what you think about it?