My question is, what song was playing before "One Kind of Love" was used"? Anyone know?

Just watched the "outtakes" and the A Side/ B side interviewing the actors, Pohlad, Overman, and Darian. Excellent. Love that Dano and Cusack relied on the "Sessions" to get the character authenticity and the ambiance for the important studio scenes.

Best Buy didn't have it on the shelves (store renovations) so I had to ask for it.  The Bluray has a "download" code. It's a good deal.

Imagery for Pohlad's "vortex" - Brian's ear is the vortex.  Still think the deleted scenes, although well-done, would have been distractions for purposes of focus. Better as DVD bonuses. It kept the film tight and suspenseful. 

I agree completely. In the audio commentary, Pohlad mentions the editor by name (Dino Jonsäter) and how he pushed him to keep the film focused and mold the final product. Rightly so, at no point does the film really lag or dwell on any one thing. But, at the same time, it never feels like anything is too hurried either. The one exception to that might be the resolution with Melinda calling Carl with the proof of Landy's abuses which leads to the serving of papers. At the same time though, if that had been fleshed out it might have felt like a procedural thing. And that would have deflected from the heaviness of everything that came before. It kind of lets the audience fill in the gaps.

Still though, I'm grateful that those deleted scenes were included for I feared we wouldn't get to see any of them. My only regret is that there weren't 8 or 10 of them instead of just 4. 

[Top 10 Scenes From ‘Love & Mercy’]

That would've been awesome. Maybe someday we'll get to see some more of them..there's always hope.

Just saw this article and had to post, looks like a fun read:

Top 10 Scenes From ‘Love & Mercy’

http://ultimateclassicrock.com/love-and-mercy-scenes/

I watched it again last night and was once again struck by the line by Brian when he told Melinda about how Marilyn saved his life and acknowledged that he wasn't a very good husband and father.  I thought that was very respectful and complimentary to Marilyn.  I can totally see Brian saying that.  He is a such an honest person and a class act.  I wonder if Marilyn's seen the movie and what she thinks of it.  

Probably glad there wasn't a scene w/ her introducing Brian to Dr. Landy. That'd be interesting tho. If they had done part of the film set in the '70s, such a scene would've made for a good connection to the '80s parts.

Actually, given this image, i assume they did shoot something w/ Landy in the 70s maybe an outtake from the bed montage scene?

I think they absolutely did shoot at least some 'moments'. In the bed montage, Giamatti is seated on the bed talking to POV Cusack and he's wearing a different outfit from the one pictured below, but definitely with a 1970s vibe. Also, included in the featurettes there are multiple production stills that hint at other 'moments' filmed but not shown. Giamatti in this exact manner of dress throwing water at POV Cusack. Also, there is a still of Carl, Dennis, Marilyn, Audree standing at the foot of the bed.

Oh crap, there goes the kids' Christmas present budget…

I hear ya... my wife is going to give me the stink eye when I tell her I bought these. On top of L&M just coming out on Blu-ray and the soundtrack in the same week.

 

You're going to tell her?

I usually say nothing and employ more organic/gradual methods of BB media materialisation.

Anyway, hope you dig 'em - I'm going to hold out for the vinyl, then chase these downs.  That's the plan.

Yea, I don't like any 'surprises' to pop up. I'll be sure to post my thoughts. My shipment should arrive tomorrow.

Mine is shipped and scheduled for delivery tomorrow. Maybe they are out of stock?...  Listing mistake?... 

Oh crap, there goes the kids' Christmas present budget…

I hear ya... my wife is going to give me the stink eye when I tell her I bought these. On top of L&M just coming out on Blu-ray and the soundtrack in the same week.

 

The next batch of Beach Boys Analogue Productions releases are now available:

http://store.acousticsounds.com/index.cfm?get=results&searchtext=capp%2006&NewArrivals=true

Nice, looking forward to mine coming tomorrow from Amazon.

In this 2012 interview, the group is asked about IJWMFTT. Bruce claims they all were on it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QaFsqQqvwuo&feature=youtu.be&t=14m10s

Anyone know if the US blu-ray is region free? We often get shafted on extras here in Australia and the info for the local release looks like we might not get the commentary track :/

It is not, unfortunately, it's Region A. I hope Region B has all the same contents for ya!

I'm curious to know what you think, rab2591.

I feel a little silly for being so obsessed over this film so much, I'm sure I come off as a total nerd. Guilty as charge, I suppose.

Pohlad is the producer as well as the director -- he financed and owns the film, I believe -- meaning that the director's cut is what was released in theaters.

Yep, all of the deleted scenes bear the imprint of 'River Road LLC'.

I wonder if its worth waiting to see if a directors cut will be released.

If it were me, I wouldn't wait. I honestly don't think we'll ever see an extended cut of the film. I feel kind of fortunate to have gotten the deleted scenes we did, quite frankly. And the audio commentary track. I wasn't certain those things would be included but I'm overjoyed that they were.

Just comparing with another biopic about a larger than life artist, Johnny Cash ("Walk the Line"); there was an extended cut that James Mangold did of that film for Home Video several years after the fact. But that film also did monster box office business. I know I want an extended cut of "Love & Mercy" and probably everyone reading this would welcome it, too. The fact is though, I'm not sure there is a big enough demand for them to do it. I sure would love to be wrong, I would sign up to hold a sign saying "I'm wrong!".

An extended cut of "Love & Mercy" has sort of become a holy grail for me. Something to wish for that probably won't happen. And if it ever did happen I think it would be just an "extended cut" and not a directors cut, per se. I kind of got the feeling from the interviews I've read and from the commentary track that the film sort of took shape more or less during the editing process. That the editor and director Pohlad really wanted to keep the focus on Brian and trim away anything that slowed the momentum. So, in essence, the theatrical version is the 'directors cut'. Anything else would just be an extended version.

Some reviews for the Home Video release..

http://www.popmatters.com/review/love-mercy-and-the-dualities-of-brian-wilson/
http://www.bigpicturebigsound.com/Love-Mercy-Blu-ray.shtml
http://flavorwire.com/537591/the-5-best-movies-to-buy-or-stream-this-week-love-and-mercy-the-overnight

Atticus Ross breaks down the score to 'Love & Mercy':

http://www.scpr.org/programs/the-frame/2015/09/14/44468/atticus-ross-breaks-down-the-score-to-love-mercy/

Updated my Amazon review:

http://www.amazon.com/review/R3UC4LQDH0Q13N/ref=cm_cr_rdp_perm?ie=UTF8&ASIN=B01127XNHQ

Thanks for posting the slipcase art, bgas.

Looking forward to Tuesday, myself.

Does anyone know if the master tapes were used for the "U.S. Singles Collection" box set from 2008? I love that box set, aside from the fact that a few of the tracks are realllly loud.

Not in all cases, at least. Don't Worry Baby and California Girls are two examples where the 45 masters were not used. You can check them against the 1999 Greatest Hits Vols. 1 & 2 which do use the 45 masters.

Thanks. But they are the original 45 mixes right? Just a generation (or two) removed from the master?

Does anyone know if the master tapes were used for the "U.S. Singles Collection" box set from 2008? I love that box set, aside from the fact that a few of the tracks are realllly loud.

https://www.facebook.com/officialbrianwilson/posts/163772813762781

Does anyone happen to have this interview with Brian (the audio)? It appears to no longer be on SoundCloud. I remember there was a Pet Sounds 40th Anniversary blog and there was an interview with Brian then (it might be the same interview) and Brian listed the following as his favorite albums:

Frank Sinatra "Songs For Swingin' Lovers"
Phil Spector "A Christmas Gift For You"
The Beatles "Sgt. Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band"
Randy Newman "Sail Away"
Pink Floyd "Dark Side of the Moon"

Any help tracking the audio down is appreciated.

Thanks in advance.

Here:  https://soundcloud.com/brianwilsonmusic/brian-wilsons-favorite-albums

Thank you very much, really appreciate that.

Love & Mercy
‘Pet Sounds’ Sessions Re-Created for Wilson Biopic - See more at: http://www.mixonline.com/news/films-tv/love-mercy/425584#sthash.UK1yhDoB.dpuf

EBay has a ton of "pre-order" listings like this, only some of which actually state that it is a pre-order. Only having a stock photo is another tell. I can't imagine why anyone would bite on that listing instead of just ordering from Amazon for $12.96.

Sellers on eBay have been listing pre-order stuff like this for years. There is absolutely no reason to pre-order via eBay. Best to stick with the e-tailer du jour.

https://www.facebook.com/officialbrianwilson/posts/163772813762781

Does anyone happen to have this interview with Brian (the audio)? It appears to no longer be on SoundCloud. I remember there was a Pet Sounds 40th Anniversary blog and there was an interview with Brian then (it might be the same interview) and Brian listed the following as his favorite albums:

Frank Sinatra "Songs For Swingin' Lovers"
Phil Spector "A Christmas Gift For You"
The Beatles "Sgt. Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band"
Randy Newman "Sail Away"
Pink Floyd "Dark Side of the Moon"

Any help tracking the audio down is appreciated.

Thanks in advance.

[Examiner exclusive: Love & Mercy, on set with Mark Linett]

Examiner exclusive: Love & Mercy, on set with Mark Linett:

http://www.examiner.com/article/examiner-exclusive-love-mercy-on-set-with-mark-linett