The Jerk on DVD=BAD! (Need Special Edition Release) - Sitcoms Online Message Boards

Jack1000 · 08-10-2004, 02:44 AM

Guys,

One of my favorite movies ever is The Jerk. I don't have the DVD but, was advised NOT to get it for several reasons:

1.) It's a Pan and Scan (Full Screen Version)

2.) Extras are minimal (Theatrical Trailer and Scene Selection but that's it)

3.) No restoration was done on the film at all for the DVD. (The picture looks like a VCR tape)

4.) Several scenes are "missing" that are in all syndicated prints, including:

1.) Navin riding the "funny cars" at the amusment park and saying, "Did you ever see a man so broke he had to spin?"

2.) Navin telling his mother that he has been waiting for his skin to change color "any year now."

3.) Navin elaborating with Mr. Hartoonian at the gas station about making $1.10 an hour. The tape/DVD/premium cable scene has Navin at the urinal, talking to Mr. Hartoonian. The syndicated version scene, (which I like better) has Mr. Hartoonian talking to Navin from outside the restroom door, and the added dialoge about making $1.10 an hour. Tape versions and even premium cable chanels go right to the scene with Navin washing the car and the upbeat music.

4.) The scene with the Texas Millionare complaining about the rips on the seats of his airplane has been cut from DVD/VCR/premium cable releases.

This classic needs a Special Edition restoration in the worst way! All of the missing footage should be restored, there should be interviews with the cast and crew, "The Jerk" outtakes, trivia. I would even like a Special edition two disk set!!!

I hope that Universal will release a Special Edition of this classic comedy film. I was thinking, that since the movie was released in 1979, that a 25th Anniversery Special Edition release of The Jerk should come out this year! (We can hope!)

Has anyone heard anything about this?

Jack

Jack1000 · 07-09-2005, 10:40 PM

Guys,

I heard that a 26th anniversery Special Edition DVD WILL be released later this month in Widescreen format. Some questions though:

1.) Will this version also include the extended TV scenes that have been cut from the VHS/earlier DVD release?

2.) Any news on any special features with this edition other than a widescreen format?

Jack

Skywalker · 07-09-2005, 11:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jack1000

Guys,

I heard that a 26th anniversery Special Edition DVD WILL be released later this month in Widescreen format. Some questions though:

1.) Will this version also include the extended TV scenes that have been cut from the VHS/earlier DVD release?

2.) Any news on any special features with this edition other than a widescreen format?

Jack

1. Nope.

2. Features:

Learn How to Play "Tonight You Belong to Me"
The Lost Filmstrips of Father Carlos Las Vegas de Cordova
Theatrical Trailer
Production Notes

Mikado · 07-11-2005, 03:26 PM

The Jerk was a bad film, period

dlemond · 07-11-2005, 03:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mikado

The Jerk was a bad film, period

I don't agree.

Name a good comedy so I can evaluate your opinion.
Or at least state why it is bad.

Mikado · 07-11-2005, 03:30 PM

Harold Llyod in Speedy

dlemond · 07-11-2005, 03:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mikado

Harold Llyod in Speedy

Well, that's not fair.

Why don't you just call out Buster Keaton and Fatty Arbuckle?
Different era, different style and type of comedy.

Mikado · 07-11-2005, 03:54 PM

Well, you wanted something GOOD!

I love B keaton, btw.
ps. i included the Jerk on my list of all time overated movies

dlemond · 07-11-2005, 03:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mikado

Well, you wanted something GOOD!

I love B keaton, btw

I know! But I can name a bunch of old great flicks from The Bank Dick and Duck Soup, all the way up to Arthur (without a doubt, classic).

There are some funny, silly moments in The Jerk, it's not a great flick, but there is a charm that some people find themselves attracted.
I wouldn't condemn it.

Mikado · 07-11-2005, 04:01 PM

Well, thats fine, but in MY opinion its a bad film... I did enjoy the man with 2 brains though...Even if i dislike Steve Martin intensely

dlemond · 07-11-2005, 04:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mikado

Well, thats fine, but in MY opinion its a bad film... I did enjoy the man with 2 brains though...Even if i dislike Steve Martin intensely

I liked parts of The Man With Two Brains - "into the mud, scum queen!!" is classic". But I think that All of Me is a better movie.

And as a classic movie lover that you seem to be, Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid is a ton of fun and very funny.

Mikado · 07-11-2005, 04:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dlemond

as a classic movie lover that you seem to be, Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid is a ton of fun and very funny.

Yup, i'm deffinately a classic film lover ...i saw DMDWP, but it didnt make that much of an impression , i guess, cause i dont remember it at all.

08-10-2004, 02:44 AM	#1
Jack1000 Member Senior Member Join Date: Dec 05, 2001 Posts: 2,055	The Jerk on DVD=BAD! (Need Special Edition Release) Guys, One of my favorite movies ever is The Jerk. I don't have the DVD but, was advised NOT to get it for several reasons: 1.) It's a Pan and Scan (Full Screen Version) 2.) Extras are minimal (Theatrical Trailer and Scene Selection but that's it) 3.) No restoration was done on the film at all for the DVD. (The picture looks like a VCR tape) 4.) Several scenes are "missing" that are in all syndicated prints, including: 1.) Navin riding the "funny cars" at the amusment park and saying, "Did you ever see a man so broke he had to spin?" 2.) Navin telling his mother that he has been waiting for his skin to change color "any year now." 3.) Navin elaborating with Mr. Hartoonian at the gas station about making $1.10 an hour. The tape/DVD/premium cable scene has Navin at the urinal, talking to Mr. Hartoonian. The syndicated version scene, (which I like better) has Mr. Hartoonian talking to Navin from outside the restroom door, and the added dialoge about making $1.10 an hour. Tape versions and even premium cable chanels go right to the scene with Navin washing the car and the upbeat music. 4.) The scene with the Texas Millionare complaining about the rips on the seats of his airplane has been cut from DVD/VCR/premium cable releases. This classic needs a Special Edition restoration in the worst way! All of the missing footage should be restored, there should be interviews with the cast and crew, "The Jerk" outtakes, trivia. I would even like a Special edition two disk set!!! I hope that Universal will release a Special Edition of this classic comedy film. I was thinking, that since the movie was released in 1979, that a 25th Anniversery Special Edition release of The Jerk should come out this year! (We can hope!) Has anyone heard anything about this? Jack

07-09-2005, 10:40 PM	#2
Jack1000 Member Senior Member Join Date: Dec 05, 2001 Posts: 2,055	Guys, I heard that a 26th anniversery Special Edition DVD WILL be released later this month in Widescreen format. Some questions though: 1.) Will this version also include the extended TV scenes that have been cut from the VHS/earlier DVD release? 2.) Any news on any special features with this edition other than a widescreen format? Jack

07-11-2005, 03:26 PM	#4
Mikado Main st bridge Forum Superstar Join Date: Jul 06, 2005 Posts: 25,886	The Jerk was a bad film, period

07-11-2005, 03:30 PM	#6
Mikado Main st bridge Forum Superstar Join Date: Jul 06, 2005 Posts: 25,886	Harold Llyod in Speedy

07-11-2005, 03:54 PM	#8
Mikado Main st bridge Forum Superstar Join Date: Jul 06, 2005 Posts: 25,886	Well, you wanted something GOOD! I love B keaton, btw. ps. i included the Jerk on my list of all time overated movies

07-11-2005, 04:01 PM	#10
Mikado Main st bridge Forum Superstar Join Date: Jul 06, 2005 Posts: 25,886	Well, thats fine, but in MY opinion its a bad film... I did enjoy the man with 2 brains though...Even if i dislike Steve Martin intensely