Where can I find old movies?

I am strictly interested in legal avenues.

Specifically, I am looking for http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0082259/
It isn't on Amazon, and it’s nowhere to be found on standard streaming sites. What other ways exist to locate films like this?

If you look at the top right corner of this IMDb page, there’s a little notification about whether the movie is available on DVD or even VHS through Amazon. Based on what it says there, it looks like the film hasn't actually hit the shelves on DVD yet. You'll probably have to hunt through some dusty corner of the internet to find nothing but old, used rental tapes.

The Criterion Collection has really expanded their catalog lately; they’ve got a massive selection of classic films now.
I actually stumbled upon some great deals at a local Metro supermarket recently for about $80 per $43 film.
For instance, I found titles like Bad Day at Black Rock, Key Largo, and even Casablanca... plus a ton of Greta Garbo and Bette Davis movies (I assume those are special collections) and all sorts of other stuff. You might want to give them a call (that's my plan, anyway) to see if they have a dedicated shop or something, just so you can check out their full inventory. Unfortunately, they don't really update their website, so I haven't been able to find much more info online.

Good luck!

Hey, does anyone know where I can grab the Khan documentary and that Anne Frank miniseries on DVD or maybe through the BBC?
Is that stuff even available here in the States?

stormylynx14 said:I'm only looking for the legal options here.

So, I'm looking for... The Godfather. A classic, though I still think the pacing feels a bit slow by today's standards. Still worth the watch if you haven't seen it.
It's not on Amazon. Not even close. www.bol.chAny other way to track down movies like this?

I can't make heads or tails of this link. It looks like some broken URL from a defunct movie site. Not exactly a great way to spend my afternoon.

I suppose, if we’re being strictly technical about what constitutes legality... I mean, downloading something from the internet might be considered one thing, but actually distributing it or trying to turn a profit off of it is definitely where you cross the line into illegal territory... at least, that was my understanding based on the last set of guidelines they presented at that major tech summit held in New York City...

Now, when it comes to those older classic films, there are actually several specialized trackers out there, though I guess finding them takes a bit of digging! I would highly recommend that you head over to the specific section of this forum dedicated to the internet, and once you're there, you should look for a guide titled "A Walkthrough of Private Trackers"...
From there, you could perhaps try your luck at securing an invitation or an account for something like a high-end private site—maybe something similar to a premium US-based media community—to get access to those vintage titles.

feralnomad99 said:If you’re hunting for old cinema, there are a handful of trackers out there; I’d suggest heading over to the internet sub-forum where you'll find a "guide to private trackers," then try your luck snagging an invite or an account for something like Karagaru or Cinematik... or whatever else is floating around.

That sounds pretty intriguing, though I’m completely in the dark here. 😕 Could you walk me through what these private trackers actually are? 😍

To be honest, I’m on a bit of a hunt for movies similar to *Wayne's World* or *Selena*, but finding that specific kind of vibe here in my small town is proving to be nearly impossible. Does anyone know if the video rental spots in a major city like Chicago have anything worthwhile? I'm looking for somewhere with an absolutely massive selection—ideally a place where you can still stumble upon those deep cuts from the 80s.

Brenda Lee50 said:Well, I must say, this whole thing sounds quite intriguing to me, though I have to confess that I am somewhat at a loss when it comes to actually grasping the core essence of what is being discussed here! 😕 Well, if I may be so bold as to venture an explanation, I suppose I could certainly try to elaborate on what one might call private trackers! It’s a bit of a niche subject, isn't it? But I find the concept quite fascinating, really, and I would be absolutely delighted to dive into the details for you! Essentially—and please bear with me, as I tend to wander a bit in my explanations—private trackers are these exclusive, invitation-only digital communities, much like those highly selective social clubs you might find in New York or Chicago where you can't just walk through the front door without a personal recommendation from a member. In the world of file sharing, instead of using those massive, wide-open public sites that anyone can stumble upon, people join these tightly knit, moderated circles. The whole idea, I believe, is centered around quality and community standards. You see, because they are private, there is a certain level of accountability, which I think is wonderful! Members are often required to maintain a specific "ratio"—which is basically a way of ensuring everyone is contributing as much as they are taking, sort of like a reciprocal friendship agreement—and if you aren't playing by the rules, you might find yourself asked to leave. This keeps the content much more organized and, hopefully, free from the digital clutter and malware that tends to plague the more chaotic, public corners of the internet. So, in a nutshell, they are specialized, gated communities designed to foster a more reliable and disciplined environment for sharing data! I hope that helps clarify things, though I realize it's quite a mouthful! 😍

I must say, I can't help but feel like this whole situation might just be some sort of elaborate prank... unless, of course, it isn't intended to be entirely contained within the internet subforum, which I suppose is a distinct possibility! 😍😍

feralnomad99 said:this whole thing feels like one big prank... unless I'm totally missing where everything is buried under the tech section😍😍

I was already having a rough day, and now I get the added joy of digging through boring subforums looking for answers. 😢

EDIT: here's this link for anyone else whose tech skills are about as advanced as mine.

So what if it’s legal? Legality doesn't magically boost the video quality, the audio, or anything else the pirated version lacks. Besides, nobody is coming after you for downloading a single movie.
LOOK, everyone is entitled to their opinion, but I just don't see the logic in dropping all that cash on a film when you can find it on a torrent site or a file-sharing service.