Beatles/Magical Mystery Tour Original Japanese Laser Disc

The Beatles TV movie “MAGICAL MYSTERY TOUR”. This video was released in 2012 with a remastered video and a stereo remix of the audio, which became the definitive version and continues to this day. In fact, the new audio remix work has been thoroughly converted to stereo, and it is regrettable that a CD album was not released. “MAGICAL MYSTERY TOUR SONGTRACK” caught my attention there. It was. However, there was a big pitfall in the video released in 2012. You may not notice it just by looking at it, but if you compare it with the versions released before then, it’s clear that the color is “lighter”. If I were to describe the situation more specifically, it would be that the color of the image is more of a pale pink. This is nothing but the result of “fading” due to aging, which is the fate of movie film. The 2012 version was released after entering the HD video era, and the restoration allows you to see every detail of the video, and the finish is wonderful. However, I regret that they were not able to fully address the dilemmas that often occur with color movie film. If this had been worked on and released a few years later, this problem might have been resolved. However, if you are a general fan, the 2012 version of “MAGICAL MYSTERY TOUR” (hereinafter referred to as Magical) may be sufficient. However, if you are a fan who is used to seeing it, you should have noticed the light pink texture. The reason why the phenomenon of fading caused by the deterioration of the film in Magical stands out more than in other Beatles films is because it was a colorful video work that reflected the psychedelic year of 1967. In addition, unlike other Beatles films whose footage was controlled by major film companies, the TV version of Magical was under the control of the group, which may have contributed to its deterioration. In this case, what should be reevaluated is the version that was first released as software by Apple in 1988. At this point, 20 years had passed since the film was completed, but fortunately the film had not deteriorated at all, and when you look at it now, the natural tones look surprisingly fresh. There must have been many enthusiasts who acquired it when it was released in 1988, and its natural color tone was commonplace at that time. That’s why there must be many enthusiasts who felt uncomfortable with the state seen in the 2012 version. Magical is also a video that has been closely associated with release in Japan since ancient times, and was already officially released in the form of a viewing film in the 1970s, and was even released as one of the earliest (and only in Japan) Beatles video software. It was also a video that had been released. Interestingly, Japan was also the first country to have this video released on DVD. This was just a DVD version of the 1988 video master exactly 10 years after its release, and it did not become a hot topic. Still, the colorful beauty of the 1988 edition, which captures the good condition of the film at the time, is wonderful. Therefore, this time we have created a unique DVD using current technology, based on the 1988 edition laser disc in mint condition. As a result, we succeeded in digitizing the 1988 version in better condition than the domestic DVD released in 1998. Of course, it’s also important to note that the development of technology to encapsulate video onto DVD is incomparable between 2019 and 1998. Speaking of this 1988 version, the completion of several stereo versions of the audio that were uniquely remixed for the release is also a big attraction. This is as evidenced by the audio album CD that came with the release of “MAGICAL MYSTERY TOUR SONGTRACK,” but the unique finish of the 1988 remix of the movie’s title song is really interesting. What’s more, unlike the 2012 version, George Martin was responsible for the work. And, unlike the UK and Japan, the bonus includes a trailer from when it was finally released theatrically in the US in the 1970s. Although it is regrettable that the condition of this video is not good, it was chosen because it is a valuable video that has never been included in an item before. What’s more, even though magical albums were produced independently in the United States, and later became a universal format, it’s surprising that the most important movie was never released. Anyway, the natural and colorful colors of the 1988 version convey the true image of the psychedelic movie that the Beatles were aiming for in 1967. That’s what deserves to be called “magical.” Even the magical parts included in 2003’s “ANTHOLOGY” didn’t have the same tonal discomfort as the 2012 version. However, you cannot watch the entire movie there. That’s why we hope you will reaffirm the natural colors of this 1988 version, and at the same time, fully enjoy the original colorfulness of the movie! Original DVD version from the 1988 version Japanese laser disc. Because it was released before the film faded, the colors are better than the current remastered Blu-ray, and it’s a different mix, so it’s still a valuable version. Finally, trailers for movies that have not yet been released on DVD are additionally included. Taken from the original Japanese laser disc (SM050-5606) 1. Intro 2. Magical Mystery Tour 3. Richard B. Starkey And His Aunt Jessica 4. The Fool On the Hill 5. “Good Morning Miss Winters” 6. “We’ re In The Army Now” 7. Magical Mystery Tour Marathon 8. Flying 9. Where’s The Bus? 10. All My Loving 11. I Am the Walrus 12. Jessie’s Dream 13. Blue Jay Way 14. Where’s The Sugar? 15． “They’re Having A Lovely Time” 16. Death Cab For Cutie (by Bonzo Dog Dog Doo-Dah Band) 17. Your Mother Should Know 18. Magical Mystery Tour (End Credit) Bonus Track 19. Movie Trailer PRO-SHOT COLOUR NTSC Approx.55min.