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Angel-Season 2 Box Set Part 1 | R2UK |
Angel is not yet released on DVD in Region 1. In Region 2 it gets released a week later than here in Region 4. Region 2 is reportedly getting Angel Season 2 in widescreen, which makes our full screen release look bad. However, there's a suggestion that the R2 may be slightly censored (the hanging scene might get cut, for example). That makes it really tough to decide which version to get. Region 2 usually get the most innovative packaging, too. They got the novel crucifix packaging for Buffy Season 1, for example. Region 4 gets the reliable (spelt B O R I N G) plastic cases in cardboard sleeve packaging. Sure, it's more durable, but it is far from inspiring. You make up your own minds. I've ordered both versions for my collection, but I'm a fanatic. Keep an eye out to see if the R2 version is censored. Late News For those who don't read the comments, I have confirmed that the R2 version appears un-cut. The episodes have slightly different run times, but the difference lies in the strangest place: the black space where the commercials go - the R2 and R4 versions have different amounts of black space. I have only confirmed this on two whole episodes (running the two synchronously takes quite some doing), but have spot-checked others. If your system allows you to play R2 discs, you can buy the R2 version, and get Angel Season 2 in widescreen. I can testify that it makes a difference - you definitely get more picture, not less. The non-widescreen version has the edges trimmed off, and sometimes there are interesting details there. I know for a fact that the next time I choose to watch an episode of Angel Season 2 it will be from the R2 discs - I really like widescreen. We have had word from the distributor that all future seasons of both Buffy and Angel will be widescreen on DVD in Region 4. |