Talk about the classical culture of DVD packaging design

In the last issue of CDH, we showed you several sets of DVD packages that are creative in terms of packaging. In this issue we continue to enjoy several sets of beautiful DVD packages with unique features, let's experience DVD again. The cultural connotation in the packaging.

US District 1 Collector's Edition Gift Box DVD "Schindler's List" Schindler`s List (Collector`s Gift Set DVD)

The Second World War brought deep disasters to the human society. At the same time, it also produced many astounding stories that sparkled the glory of humanity. Therefore, the theme of World War II has always been an object of expression in the literary and cinematic arts, and many shocking people have been born. s work. Among them, published in 1982, by the Australian writer Thomas Kennyly, during the period of World War II Nazi Jewish cleansing and massacre, the German speculator Oscar Schindler in the Nazi camp initially made a fortune, and later became conscience. The documentary novel "Schindler's List", which was designed to rescue and protect the lives of more than 1,100 Jews from the true history of the murder of fascists, was recognized by people with a strong sense of realism and psychic shock, and achieved the highest literary value in the United Kingdom. prize.

In December 1993, Stephen Spielberg put the literary masterpiece on the screen and caused a sensation in that year. Spielberg's documentary style almost completely uses black and white photography and similar documentary-like narrative tactics. He combines a large number of hand-held camera shots, excels in the use of high-quality film language and editing techniques, and fills that section with fear of death and people The history of the Afghan atrocities is truly reproduced in front of the audience. Without losing the smooth narrative style of the Strange talents, Spielberg found a new expression and created a new artistic style. This epic film masterpiece has a deep and deep history. Feelings, serious ideology, and extraordinary artistic expression have enabled viewers to feel the fragility of human nature and at the same time have conducted profound reflections on the evils of war. The soul has been greatly infected and deeply shocked. It reached a new height in art, which marked the true maturity of Spielberg as a generation of film masters, and also laid a unique position in the history of Schindler's List. At the same time, due to the audience’s warmth of the film Welcome, business has also achieved great success. The film includes seven awards for the 66th Academy Awards in 1994, including the best director and best film. It also ranked 9th among AFI's "100 Best American Movies in History". Spielberg Greg has reached the peak of the highest achievement in commercial film and art film. There is no moment in the limelight.

This piece of film history was not released until 2004 when DVDs were released, making fans want to wear them. On March 9, 2004, Universal Studios finally released the "Schindler's List" DVD, which was released on the market as a single-disc D18 wide-screen version, a single-disc D18 full-screen version, and a D18+OST CD two-disc collector's edition. Gift box 3 versions. One of the most collectable collections of gift boxes, Universal has specially designed a brown resin glass box for this set of DVDs. It has a screen-printed movie name on the front and a “Schindler’s List” printed on the inside front of the base. On the part of the list, there are two rows of six vertical small metal cylinders on the pedestal used to fix items in the box. It is extremely luxurious and exquisite. At the same time, the items provided with the gift box are quite rich and of great collection value. Also not cheap.

Let's take a look at the universe inside this gift box one by one:

1. A four-fold split two-disc dice designed by hardcover cartons and clear plastic holders, containing: "Schindler's List" DVD 18; "Schindler's List" Special Collector's Edition Movie Soundtrack CD One; a booklet containing the "Schindler's List" Zone 1 Collector's Edition Gift Box Manual and the Shoah Foundation's introduction and the return envelope's donation slip, was placed at 40% off Inside the folding cover on the left side of the two-disc case.

2, a collector's edition gift box confirmation certificate.

3. A limited edition movie film commemorative seal with a unique number.

4. A hardcover photography poster named "SCHINDLER`S LIST: IMAGES OF THE STEVEN SPIELBERG FILM". The author of this photo book is the still and behind-the-scenes work of the classic business cards that have been in charge of the "Schindler's List", "The Thunder", "The Lost World", "Artificial Intelligence", "The Minority Report" and "Brothers". According to photography, the highly acclaimed and talented Spielberg Queen cameraman DAVID JAMES. All of the stills and behind-the-scenes photos of the above video published in various news media are from this monarch.

5, a paper holster: open up and down, used to cover the same size of the above items 1 to 4 items. There are small round holes on the front and back planes of the paper cover, which can correspond to the six small cylinders on the base of the outer packaging box when they are placed, and play a fixed role.

6. A "Zindler's List" attached to the box behind the 1st Zone Collector's Edition Box DVD Specification Sheet.

The packaging design of the entire gift box is very unique and exquisite. It takes a lot of thought and does not stop at the luxurious and fancy of the surface. Instead, it digs deeper into the connotation of the movie, and pays attention to the theme of the movie to create a rich content atmosphere and highlights the historical sense of dignity. , And "Schindler's list" this history of heavyweight works complement each other. In this gift box DVD set, many of the first-ever special behind-the-scenes footage, one-of-a-kind limited edition movie film souvenir cover, and a very valuable collection of behind-the-scenes photography hardcover, John Williams won the 5th Academy Award for best movie The award-winning Collector's Edition movie soundtrack CDs are all rare items. Together with first-rate picture quality and audio processing, this "Schindler's List" Collector's Edition gift box DVD has become a must-see collection.

Unfolded hardcover carton double disc dice

Japan 2 Limited Edition Luxury Boxed DVD "Hero" Hero (Limited Edition Box)

Zhang Yimou’s first martial arts movie, “Hero”, can be said to be the first commercial film that is in line with international standards. It is also a turning point in transitioning from a realistic style-oriented director style to a commercial luxury. The theme and structure of the movie since its release. The performance tactics have caused unprecedented controversy. Although the film critics have had bad reviews, they have given audiences an overwhelming publicity campaign, colorful visual impact, gorgeous costumes, vast scenes, novel martial arts designs and stunning sound effects. Bringing the aesthetic style of audio-visual feast to a great commercial success, the recent painting in the United States also performed well.

For such a domestic blockbuster that wins with audio-visual effects, the majority of fans showed unprecedented enthusiasm for the release of Hero DVD. Because this movie has brilliant colors, beautiful scenery and shocking sound effects, these are all rare materials for DVD fever, so the DVD distribution right of the film has been favored by many international distribution companies and has launched a wide variety of products. Different versions. Commonly available on the market are the 6-region China edition, the 3rd district Hong Kong edition, the Taiwan edition and the Korean edition, the 2-district law edition and the 2-district Japan edition. Among them, the 6th-region Chinese edition is the most abundant and has appeared in the DVD-5 format. The ordinary version, DVD-9 format of the ordinary version, collector's version and director of the extended version of different versions, configuration and packaging are different. Among the dazzling array of versions, the most distinctive and collectible value of packaging is the limited edition luxury box in Japan's "Hero" released on January 23, 2004.

This "Hero" Limited Edition Deluxe Box in the 2nd District of Japan is issued worldwide in limited quantities of 10,000 units, and is priced as high as 10,000 yen. The special open-front and rear-opening novelty box packaging is adopted. The cover is very simple and the outer surface of the box is treated with gray-black matte. The middle of the word "heroic" is in Chinese and English, and the interior of the box is opened, except for the large red interior. In addition to special edition DVDs containing dts tracks, there are scene-designed items and drama dolls. Including the male characters in the movie, the nameless swords and the swords fighting each other on the lake, the figures are about 120mm high; the badges of the four heroes and heroines are exquisite; there are 30 still postcards; and the letterbreaker is designed as a drama. The mini-shape of the medium sword is like a thick steel needle. The other side of the box is opened. It is a simulated scene in the water near the kiosk in the lake. The background is the pattern of the pavilion. The aforementioned statue of the nameless and remnant sword can be fixed on the surface of the mirror to simulate the surface of the lake. Sword's letter opener can stand on the mirror surface, recreating the graceful martial arts scene of the lake pavilion.

The whole gift box is beautifully designed and very elegant. It is awesome.

US District 1 Two-Disc Collector's Edition Gift Box "Master of the Sea" Master and Commande (2-DiscCollector`s Gift Set)

Based on the best-selling novel of the same name, the British expeditionary naval ship from the Napoleonic era was subjected to the severe test of the ocean storm and the French gunboats. Finally, with its extraordinary wisdom and astonishing courage, the story of the main melody that won the brilliant victory finally thrilled. This war has also become a model of less success in history. The characters in the film are well-defined, full and credible, full of playfulness. The investment of over 100 million yuan has created a magnificent scene of naval battles and storms on the sea. The epic blockbuster films have amazing visual effects. At the 76th Academy Awards, he was nominated for 10 awards for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Sound Editing, Best Makeup, and finally won two awards for Best Sound Editing and Best Photography. These factors determine the focus of DVDs that have become the focus of fans.