Film-Tech Forum ARCHIVE: Escape From New York (1981) (Request)

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Posted by Patrick Matthews (Member # 2705) on 03-30-2007, 10:17 AM:

Looking for print specs on Escape From New York. Most importantly a current distributer of the film.

Posted by Bill Gabel (Member # 1105) on 03-30-2007, 11:31 AM:

Escape From New York (1981)
Avco Embassy Pictures (Original Dist.)
Scope 2.40
Dolby Stereo "A" and Mono prints (Dual Inventory)
6 Reels
CFI

[ 04-03-2007, 02:38 PM: Message edited by: Bill Gabel ]

Posted by John Wilson (Member # 269) on 03-30-2007, 03:38 PM:

2.40? Really?

Posted by Michael Coate (Member # 757) on 03-30-2007, 06:15 PM:

You're right, John, it wasn't 2.40:1; it was 2.39:1. [Big Grin]

Posted by Blaine Young (Member # 3992) on 03-30-2007, 06:41 PM:

Current distribution is through MGM.

There is a proposed remake for release in 2009 through New Line, which may star Gerard Butler.