"Last of the Mohicans" DTS vs. Old THX

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Sylvia

Aug 28, 2008 - CDT 7:48 AM

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Okay, so it's not brand new, but it's a newer version. I have the original THX Director's Expanded Edtion of "Last of the Mohicans" from 1999, but recently heard about the 2001 DTS version. Does anyone know if there is a any noticible difference between the two?

Both editions have 2.35:1 aspect ratio, but only the newer, DTS version actually says it's "anamorphic".

I'm one of those fossils who still has a a standard television, but am hoping to upgrade soon! When that time comes I want to have the best version of "Mohicans" on hand. Will it be worth it to buy the DTS or should I stick to the original THX?

Thanks.

mvckalel

Aug 28, 2008 - CDT 10:06 AM

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I think you are confusing THX remastering (of both video and audio) with DTS sound...having read a couple of reviews, it seems like your version is not enhanced for widescreen TVs, which means that when you get your new widescreen HDTV, it will look stretched the newer version is indeed widescreen enhanced.

I'm sure that both have been THX certified since the DTS version appears to have a THX optimizer...so, IMHO, if you can get a fair price on the DTS, go for it, since it is widescreen enhanced, has DTS audio (and assuming your surround sound can play it, your TV alone won't), and the same (few) extras.

Sylvia

Aug 28, 2008 - CDT 12:11 PM

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Thank you, mvckalel, and I apologize for the confusion about the THX and DTS. Although I've been on the planet a long time, I'm still a techno-novice.

In any event, it sounds as though the enhanced version with the DTS is something I'll be investing in so, once I get my new tv, I'll be still be able to get my Mohicans fix without the stretched effect of traditional widescreen/letterbox. Thanks again!

tony1569

Aug 28, 2008 - CDT 12:43 PM

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Sylvia, THX is more or less a standard created by George Lucas in which picture and sound even theater seating has to meet in order for it to have that little THX logo. I hope I didn't go of topic/

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Aug 28, 2008 - CDT 4:08 PM

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Even the seats? That must be a nice job, seater tester...

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Aug 28, 2008 - CDT 8:35 PM

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The THX Program for movie theatres test acoustics and visual presentation. Thus, the seats are part of the equation (as are curtains, speaker brackets, etc.) due to how they reflect sound. It has nothing to do with seat comfort.

The seats could hurt like hell for all Lucas cares.

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Aug 29, 2008 - CDT 1:18 AM

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Quote:
THX is more or less a standard created by George Lucas in which picture and sound even theater seating has to meet in order for it to have that little THX logo. I hope I didn't go of topic/

Tony, more specifically, THX in this case refers to the THX Mastering Program, not the TAP (Theater Alignment Program). THX does not "encode" the soundtrack or video in anyway, but refers to keeping the "original source" material as true to the master as possible (as defined by THX).

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Sylvia

Sep 14, 2008 - CDT 1:24 PM

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Thanks, everyone, for your helpful replies about THX and DTS. To update: I took the plunge and bought the newer, DTS version of "Mohicans" and was not disappointed. The sound quality is noticibly better than the 1999 dvd, and for the most part, the video looks a bit sharper, too. (One glaring exception: For those familiar with the film, the scene where the British are leaving the fort actually looks fuzzier and is duller in color on the DTS packaged version than the same scene on the 1999 disc. I tried it on a few different tvs and it always looks this way.)

In short, I'm happy with the new version, and I want to thank you all again for your help!

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