Columbia House now carries Geneon titles

[roastedpekingduck]

I've had horrible experiences with them, but that fact above may be interesting for some people. All of Samurai Champloo is available for example, and I'm sure some people will be happy to know CH now carries Geneon...

[HyugaKojiro]

Thanks for the info, I've also found Hellsing and Appleseed but apart from that I couldn't find any other titles, maybe they'll add more a little later on.

[something]

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roastedpekingduck said:
I've had horrible experiences with them, but that fact above may be interesting for some people. All of Samurai Champloo is available for example, and I'm sure some people will be happy to know CH now carries Geneon...

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Oh shit, I may have to rejoin CH now. Anyone know if they have a currently running deal that's as good as their previous one? What was it, 6 for $0.49 each, one for $9.95 and and then only two more to finish the deal, which actually netted me 4 for the price of 2 since it was a b1g1f deal /images/graemlins/sweat000.gif

I don't know if I could find enough discs, but Champloo *is* 7 by itself so...

[RabidCoqui]

Hopefully they'll add some more titles... can't even find six I want...

[DocWatson]

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roastedpekingduck said:
Oh shit, I may have to rejoin CH now. Anyone know if they have a currently running deal that's as good as their previous one? What was it, 6 for $0.49 each, one for $9.95 and and then only two more to finish the deal, which actually netted me 4 for the price of 2 since it was a b1g1f deal /images/graemlins/sweat000.gif

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Columbia House (http://dvd-movies.columbiahouse.com/membership-details;jsessionid=cyleUnllQc6c;jsessionid=cyleUnl lQc6c):
As a Club member, you get 5 DVDs for 49c each with Free Shipping on your introductory order! You agree to buy 5 more movies in the next year at regular Club prices (currently as low as $19.95 plus shipping and processing). You may cancel anytime thereafter. Take a 6th movie now for $14.95 with no shipping charges and you will have to buy only 4 more movies (instead of 5) in the next year. Plus, you can even take a 7th movie for the special price of $9.95 with no shipping charges. Even with this huge discount on a 7th movie, you still only need to buy 4 more movies at regular Club prices in the next year. You will receive a DVD Club mailing about every 3 weeks, up to 18 times per year, announcing your Director's Selection. If you want the Director's Selection, do nothing—it will be sent automatically. If you do not want to receive the Director's Selection, simply check the appropriate box on your response card and mail it back to us so we receive it by the date specified. If you'd like to receive it sooner, or if you prefer an alternate selection, more selections or none at all, just visit our website or mail the response card so we receive it by the date specified. You will always have at least 10 days to decide. If you have less than 10 days and you receive an unwanted Director's Selection, you may return it at our expense and we will credit your account. Your introductory package includes complete details and your Membership Agreement. If you are not completely satisfied, just return the introductory package and your introductory DVDs at our expense within 10 days, and we will cancel your account with no further obligation. Offer limited to customers of the contiguous United States and may be withdrawn at any time. Residents of Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, U.S. territories, APO and FPO addresses, please write or e-mail us for a separate offer. (Tax added in states where applicable.) All applications are subject to review. Columbia House reserves the right to request additional information, to reject any application or to cancel any membership.

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Columbia House's Anime page (http://dvd-movies.columbiahouse.com/anime-dvds)

[DocWatson]

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HyugaKojiro said:
Thanks for the info, I've also found Hellsing and Appleseed but apart from that I couldn't find any other titles, maybe they'll add more a little later on.

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They seem to also carry at least some FUNimation and CPM titles. Note that the box set of Samurai Champloo (http://www.rightstuf.com/aod/pd12781) is due out on 4 July.

Edit: I also can not find any Geneon titles, other than Hellsing, Appleseed (regular edition only), and Samurai Champloo.

[ape2020]

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disarm said:
I don't know if I could find enough discs, but Champloo *is* 7 by itself so...

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Well they do have Galaxy Railways v1-5, FMA v1-8, Burst Angel v1-6, Gunslinger Girl v1-3, Steamboy, GXP: Police Diaries v1-4 (the double disk ones), Spiral v1-6, Kiddy Grade v1-8, Blue Gender v1-8, Fruits Basket v1-4, and FF Advent Childern which I would use in completing my contact.

-chimp1010

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Chimp1010 said:
Well they do have Galaxy Railways v1-5, FMA v1-8, Burst Angel v1-6, Gunslinger Girl v1-3, Steamboy, GXP: Police Diaries v1-4 (the double disk ones), Spiral v1-6, Kiddy Grade v1-8, Blue Gender v1-8, Fruits Basket v1-4, and FF Advent Childern which I would use in completing my contact.

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Of the other anime they have, the only ones I'm interested in and donthave are FMA and YYH. I've seen Fruits Basket and own GSG, Spiral and KG. YYH is getting some really cheap sets starting this summer apparently, and FMA is too long so I'm going to wait for boxsets. Buying myself FruBa is a potential sale, but again, seen it all already (and before anyone starts, it was on R1 DVD). If there is a promo like before, with 6+1 and then 2 to finish, 6 champloo + 1 champloo + 2 fruba + 2 more fruba (if a b1g1f deal again) might work, but again, I dunno if I feel the need to actually buy Fruits Basket... would I rewatch it? Dunno.

[something]

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DocWatson said:
Columbia House (http://dvd-movies.columbiahouse.com/membership-details;jsessionid=cyleUnllQc6c;jsessionid=cyleUnl lQc6c):[/i][/b]
As a Club member, you get 5 DVDs for 49c each with Free Shipping on your introductory order! You agree to buy 5 more movies in the next year at regular Club prices (currently as low as $19.95 plus shipping and processing). You may cancel anytime thereafter. Take a 6th movie now for $14.95 with no shipping charges and you will have to buy only 4 more movies (instead of 5) in the next year.[snip]

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This is the basic introductory promo they always run, as far as I can tell. It comes to something like $8.84 a disc before shipping and handling. However, when Columbia House got some Funi in awhile ago and a bunch of us took advantage, there was a significantly better deal running that gave 6 @ $0.49 each + 1 @ $9.95 with a finishing requirement of only 2 thereafter. Again going by $19.95 a disc for the fulfillment discs, it came to roughly $5.87 a disc, before shipping and handling.

Additionally, they ran a buy one get one free deal that included free shipping soon after we all joined, so many of us finished out with 11 discs for the price of 9, and knocked the per disc cost down to $4.80 before the then significantly reduced shipping and handling fee.

So, I'm certainly willing to wait a bit to get closer to the latter price than the former, especially since it's not like I've seen Champloo already anyways, so no rush. I believe someone before had a thread on another forum somewhere that had all the latest codes explained and listed. DVDTalk, I guess.

[RabidCoqui]

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Chimp1010 said:
Well they do have Galaxy Railways v1-5, FMA v1-8, Burst Angel v1-6, Gunslinger Girl v1-3, Steamboy, GXP: Police Diaries v1-4 (the double disk ones), Spiral v1-6, Kiddy Grade v1-8, Blue Gender v1-8, Fruits Basket v1-4, and FF Advent Childern which I would use in completing my contact.

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Of the other anime they have, the only ones I'm interested in and donthave are FMA and YYH. I've seen Fruits Basket and own GSG, Spiral and KG. YYH is getting some really cheap sets starting this summer apparently, and FMA is too long so I'm going to wait for boxsets. Buying myself FruBa is a potential sale, but again, seen it all already (and before anyone starts, it was on R1 DVD). If there is a promo like before, with 6+1 and then 2 to finish, 6 champloo + 1 champloo + 2 fruba + 2 more fruba (if a b1g1f deal again) might work, but again, I dunno if I feel the need to actually buy Fruits Basket... would I rewatch it? Dunno.

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The old deal is still there, but you have to put in a code to get to it. The forums at DVDTalk have the codes and details.

As far as some of the titles listed above, some of those can't be used for the initial 6. Otherwise, I would have enough to get started.

[Wagg]

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disarm said:
However, when Columbia House got some Funi in awhile ago and a bunch of us took advantage, there was a significantly better deal running that gave 6 @ $0.49 each + 1 @ $9.95 with a finishing requirement of only 2 thereafter. Again going by $19.95 a disc for the fulfillment discs, it came to roughly $5.87 a disc, before shipping and handling.


[/ QUOTE ]The codes for that deal are still available on DVDTalk. It's about as good as you're going to get.

Just sign up and you have 2yrs to wait for them to offer free shipping on box sets (which they do quite often). I figure I'm going to buy stuff they carry anyways, so I might as well...

I jumped on Champloo quick. They tend to go OOS of popular titles relatively quickly. The Champloo box is irrelevant to me because it retails for $149. OUCH.

[something]

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Wagg said:
The codes for that deal are still available on DVDTalk. It's about as good as you're going to get.
Just sign up and you have 2yrs to wait for them to offer free shipping on box sets (which they do quite often). I figure I'm going to buy stuff they carry anyways, so I might as well...

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I've considered it, but I know that if I don't order within the first month or two I'm almost certain to forget about it and get stuck with one of their stupid Director's Choice discs. That and I'll get tired of scanning their anime inventory all the time for changes. Ah I dunno, we'll see.

[something]

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RabidCoqui said:
The old deal is still there, but you have to put in a code to get to it. The forums at DVDTalk have the codes and details.
As far as some of the titles listed above, some of those can't be used for the initial 6. Otherwise, I would have enough to get started.

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Ah I didn't think C7L would still be active. Well, I went ahead and did it /images/graemlins/sweat000.gif All of Champloo for $12.49 or something =P Well, really about $40 when all is said and done. I can only assume they'll accept my application, seeing as how they've sent me at least half a dozen "we want you back!" emails and letters since last time. Of course those weren't for a coupon this good but... =P

[Wagg]

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disarm said:
I've considered it, but I know that if I don't order within the first month or two I'm almost certain to forget about it and get stuck with one of their stupid Director's Choice discs. That and I'll get tired of scanning their anime inventory all the time for changes. Ah I dunno, we'll see.

[/ QUOTE ]You won't get the "Director's Choice" disks if you follow the directions outlined on DVDTalk. It's very easy to opt out of that part of the program. Then all you have to do is fulfill.

[DocWatson]

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Wagg said:
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disarm said:
I've considered it, but I know that if I don't order within the first month or two I'm almost certain to forget about it and get stuck with one of their stupid Director's Choice discs. That and I'll get tired of scanning their anime inventory all the time for changes. Ah I dunno, we'll see.

[/ QUOTE ]You won't get the "Director's Choice" disks if you follow the directions outlined on DVDTalk. It's very easy to opt out of that part of the program. Then all you have to do is fulfill.

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I signed up last night using the offer I posted. ^_^; Would you (or someone else) be so kind as to post to which thread(s) on DVDTalk detail the tricks and coupons? I'm unfamiliar with that site, and am not having much luck with the forums' search engine.

[Wagg]

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DocWatson said:
I signed up last night using the offer I posted. ^_^; Would you (or someone else) be so kind as to post to which thread(s) on DVDTalk detail the tricks and coupons? I'm unfamiliar with that site, and am not having much luck with the forums' search engine.

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The Columbia House DVD Club FAQ (http://www.dvdtalk.com/forum/showthread.php?threadid=107726)

You can actually opt out of the "Director's Choice" garbage either by phone or online. I just wait for my enrollment package to arrive and then immediately opt out.

[something]

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Wagg said:
You won't get the "Director's Choice" disks if you follow the directions outlined on DVDTalk. It's very easy to opt out of that part of the program. Then all you have to do is fulfill.

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I know you can just go online and easily turn each one down, but I mean I'd forget to do so eventually. Or is there a way to get them to stop evn asking you? I figure they wouldn't give that option since it's likely a major source of income for them.

[something]

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DocWatson said:
I signed up last night using the offer I posted. ^_^; Would you (or someone else) be so kind as to post to which thread(s) on DVDTalk detail the tricks and coupons? I'm unfamiliar with that site, and am not having much luck with the forums' search engine.

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Ack, you should have used the C7L code (which I used)! It comes out to like 40% or more less per disc than the one you initially posted. I got all of Champloo for $12.49 or so, and then I just need two more at $19.95+ to fulfill.

[Wagg]

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disarm said:
I know you can just go online and easily turn each one down, but I mean I'd forget to do so eventually. Or is there a way to get them to stop evn asking you? I figure they wouldn't give that option since it's likely a major source of income for them.

[/ QUOTE ]Look up 1 post. You can go online and totally opt out of them sending you anything automatically. The only stuff you'll get is what you ask for. No need to cancel monthly, etc.

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disarm said:
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DocWatson said:
I signed up last night using the offer I posted. ^_^; Would you (or someone else) be so kind as to post to which thread(s) on DVDTalk detail the tricks and coupons? I'm unfamiliar with that site, and am not having much luck with the forums' search engine.

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Ack, you should have used the C7L code (which I used)! It comes out to like 40% or more less per disc than the one you initially posted. I got all of Champloo for $12.49 or so, and then I just need two more at $19.95+ to fulfill.

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You used a code while joining? I don't see that option at the moment.

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distantmantra said:
You used a code while joining? I don't see that option at the moment.

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http://www.columbiahouse.com/sa/ch/homepage.jsp

Right under "Join today!" is a text box and 'Enter Savings Code'. Use C7L to get a much better deal.

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Wagg said:
Look up 1 post. You can go online and totally opt out of them sending you anything automatically. The only stuff you'll get is what you ask for. No need to cancel monthly, etc.

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I looked and saw the thing about calling and opting out of the Director's Choice stuff, but I don't see where to do it online... am I just reading over it?

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disarm said:
Right under "Join today!" is a text box and 'Enter Savings Code'. Use C7L to get a much better deal.

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Thanks! I've got Champloo 2-7 in my cart, but I'm left debating over my 7th title at $9.99. I'd get Galaxy Railways vol. 5, but it's not available until I'm a member.

Any suggestions? It doesn't have to be anime. My DVDAficionado page is linked in my profile if anyone is really bored! I've been meaning to pick up Motorcycle Diaries... not sure, though.

edit: I let my fiance pick out a workout DVD, so that problem is solved.

[DocWatson]

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Wagg said:
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DocWatson said:
I signed up last night using the offer I posted. ^_^; Would you (or someone else) be so kind as to post to which thread(s) on DVDTalk detail the tricks and coupons? I'm unfamiliar with that site, and am not having much luck with the forums' search engine.

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The Columbia House DVD Club FAQ (http://www.dvdtalk.com/forum/showthread.php?threadid=107726)

You can actually opt out of the "Director's Choice" garbage either by phone or online. I just wait for my enrollment package to arrive and then immediately opt out.

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Thank you!

[DocWatson]

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disarm said:
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DocWatson said:
I signed up last night using the offer I posted. ^_^; Would you (or someone else) be so kind as to post to which thread(s) on DVDTalk detail the tricks and coupons? I'm unfamiliar with that site, and am not having much luck with the forums' search engine.

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Ack, you should have used the C7L code (which I used)! It comes out to like 40% or more less per disc than the one you initially posted. I got all of Champloo for $12.49 or so, and then I just need two more at $19.95+ to fulfill.

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Oh, well. I'll just cancel once the package arrives, and reapply after I receive my refund—I have plenty of time to play this game. ^_^ Which brings to mind the question—what in this case is the best way to cancel? Return the package unopenned and call customer service, or open the package and read the directions?

Edit: Added clarification.

[Wagg]

They didn't approve me yet, so I'll have to wait a bit longer and decide if I want to reapply.

[something]

Anyone else join this recently? I sent in an app on the 27th, it said it would take about a week to review and... well as of tomorrow that was two weeks ago.

They've been bombarding me with "We want you back!" emails for the longest time, so you think they'd just accept my application... >_> Anyone else had success (especially if this isn't your first time around) since this latest batch?

[DocWatson]

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disarm said:
Anyone else join this recently? I sent in an app on the 27th, it said it would take about a week to review and... well as of tomorrow that was two weeks ago.

They've been bombarding me with "We want you back!" emails for the longest time, so you think they'd just accept my application... >_> Anyone else had success (especially if this isn't your first time around) since this latest batch?

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Ummm...I submitted my application for a second account (using a code and a PSN this time!) and was approved yesterday, after waiting about two days. ^_^;;

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DocWatson said:
Ummm...I submitted my application for a second account (using a code and a PSN this time!) and was approved yesterday, after waiting about two days. ^_^;;

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Bah what the hell is taking them so long to verify me then? Bastards, I want my sickeningly cheap Champloo! =P

[RedDragon]

Warning! If you wanted to fullfill your commitment you should wait for the buy 1 get 1 free promotion. That's the only way u get your money worth at columbiahouse /images/graemlins/happy.gif

[DocWatson]

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RedDragon said:
Warning! If you wanted to fullfill your commitment you should wait for the buy 1 get 1 free promotion. That's the only way u get your money worth at columbiahouse /images/graemlins/happy.gif

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Given that I'm committed to five discs for my first account ( :-P~~~ I forgot to cancel before swapping the discs into nice new M-Lock cases), I am willing to wait quite a while for that. The second account, however, only has a commitment of one disc, so I will be cycling that one ASAP. I've got nearly fifty discs to buy, and my list is incomplete. ^_^ Which reminds me—I need to check DVD Talk's list of foreign films to find out what CH has.

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RedDragon said:
Warning! If you wanted to fullfill your commitment you should wait for the buy 1 get 1 free promotion. That's the only way u get your money worth at columbiahouse /images/graemlins/happy.gif

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I wouldn't go that far /images/graemlins/sweat000.gif. Even if I bought two more discs at full price+shipping, it's still only running me like... what, $7 a disc? Hardly a bad price /images/graemlins/sweat000.gif

But yes, migth as well maximize savings if we can. Especially since there's nothing else in their catalog I really need /images/graemlins/sweat000.gif

[Wagg]

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disarm said:
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DocWatson said:
Ummm...I submitted my application for a second account (using a code and a PSN this time!) and was approved yesterday, after waiting about two days. ^_^;;

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Bah what the hell is taking them so long to verify me then? Bastards, I want my sickeningly cheap Champloo! =P

[/ QUOTE ]Mine wasn't approved either.

I think it's safe to assume that if they haven't approved it after this long you should try again.

I will.

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disarm said:
Anyone else join this recently? I sent in an app on the 27th, it said it would take about a week to review and... well as of tomorrow that was two weeks ago.

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I also signed up on April 27th, and have yet to hear back from them. Why would you not be accepted? I put in correct information and have way more than enough money in my checking account to cover the $12.50 the first seven discs are costing me.

[DocWatson]

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disarm said:
Anyone else join this recently? I sent in an app on the 27th, it said it would take about a week to review and... well as of tomorrow that was two weeks ago.

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I also signed up on April 27th, and have yet to hear back from them. Why would you not be accepted? I put in correct information and have way more than enough money in my checking account to cover the $12.50 the first seven discs are costing me.

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I have no idea, but the posters on DVD Talk mention that sometimes applications just disappear into the void. You might try calling them, or just applying again.

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Wagg said:
Mine wasn't approved either.
I think it's safe to assume that if they haven't approved it after this long you should try again.
I will.

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Won't they at least send me an email saying so? What the hell is up with just ignoring me? I don't like just giving out my credit card information and then never hearing back. Granted they have it anyway from last time, but whatever -_-

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disarm said:
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Wagg said:
Mine wasn't approved either.
I think it's safe to assume that if they haven't approved it after this long you should try again.
I will.

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Won't they at least send me an email saying so? What the hell is up with just ignoring me? I don't like just giving out my credit card information and then never hearing back. Granted they have it anyway from last time, but whatever -_-

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I just sent them an email asking about the status of my application. We'll see what they have to say.

[Wagg]

No, they don't send notice if you're not accepted.

[scribbles]

You won't get an email telling you that your enrollment order was rejected, but they usually send you a notice via snail mail informing you that you've been rejected. That notice tends to come a few weeks after you've applied and been rejected.

However, if your enrollment order is accepted, you will get an email within a week welcoming you to the club. If you haven't gotten an email from them in two weeks, then your enrollment was most likely rejected.

Applying online for the DVD club is usually a crapshoot. Applications seem to get rejected fairly regularly. I don't think anyone is quite sure why this happens. The success rate when enrolling via the phone seems to be a lot higher.

[Wagg]

I've never received an email from them when I was rejected.

[The Pirate Queen]

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scribbler said:
You won't get an email telling you that your enrollment order was rejected, but they usually send you a notice via snail mail informing you that you've been rejected. That notice tends to come a few weeks after you've applied and been rejected.

However, if your enrollment order is accepted, you will get an email within a week welcoming you to the club. If you haven't gotten an email from them in two weeks, then your enrollment was most likely rejected.


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Except when you get accepted without notification of any kind, and rejected without notice of any kind. I give it 4-5 weeks before I assume that the application has vanished into the void.

[Wagg]

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Dani said:
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scribbler said:
You won't get an email telling you that your enrollment order was rejected, but they usually send you a notice via snail mail informing you that you've been rejected. That notice tends to come a few weeks after you've applied and been rejected.

However, if your enrollment order is accepted, you will get an email within a week welcoming you to the club. If you haven't gotten an email from them in two weeks, then your enrollment was most likely rejected.


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Except when you get accepted without notification of any kind, and rejected without notice of any kind. I give it 4-5 weeks before I assume that the application has vanished into the void.

[/ QUOTE ]Never been accepted without notification either.

I just applied again. If I receive two enrollment packages I'll just send one back.

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Wagg said:
Never been accepted without notification either.

I just applied again. If I receive two enrollment packages I'll just send one back.

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I'm going to email them first.. I don't want to be stuck with two memberships by accident, and I avoid as much7 as possible getting into situations where I need to return things.

Of course they probably won't respond to my email either but...

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disarm said:
I'm going to email them first.. I don't want to be stuck with two memberships by accident, and I avoid as much7 as possible getting into situations where I need to return things.

Of course they probably won't respond to my email either but...

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That's why I'm contacting them before signing up again. I emailed them last night, and received the standard form response saying they'll get back to me in a day or two.

Finally heard back from Columbia House. Apparently they lost my order information, surprise surprise. I'm wondering if I should try again...

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distantmantra said:
Finally heard back from Columbia House. Apparently they lost my order information, surprise surprise. I'm wondering if I should try again...

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I finally heard back as well, and part of the response said this:

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We appreciate you responding to our offer.

Due to an error, your application was not accepted.
Please disregard the letter you have been issued.
A membership has now been established for you and
the enrollment shipment will soon be sent. Please
allow sufficient time for delivery.

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Guess I'm getting it, yey.

[Wagg]

Apparently my 2nd application wasn't accepted either. First time for everything.

My second application attempt was approved earlier in the week, but when I look at my order information, Champloo vols. 2-7 aren't listed yet, just my $9.99 DVD (some random workout DVD my fiance picked out). I'm wondering if they're backordered...

[something]

Gah, apparently Columbia House had one of their B1G1F deals last week, and I completely missed it. I could have just ordered FruBa 1-4 and finished out my committment, getting two of them free =(

Did anyone else take advantage of this (if so, you should have posted, damnit =P)? I mean, damnit, I go a few days without looking at my email for once, and I miss out on this >_> Blah, I had just checked the day before this came to my inbox.

[shannonleighd]

I seem to get an email for a BOGO offer every other week now. And you can always check out DVD Talk's DVD Club forum for the latest codes. But CH doesn't seem to ever have free shipping with the BOGO offers, and their shipping can get expensive, so I've been waiting to fulfill my current account.

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sailor_moon said:
But CH doesn't seem to ever have free shipping with the BOGO offers, and their shipping can get expensive, so I've been waiting to fulfill my current account.

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They had free shipping with a b1g1f last time I had a membership. I don't know if that's common or not, but I thougth it was.

[shannonleighd]

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disarm said:
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sailor_moon said:
But CH doesn't seem to ever have free shipping with the BOGO offers, and their shipping can get expensive, so I've been waiting to fulfill my current account.

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They had free shipping with a b1g1f last time I had a membership. I don't know if that's common or not, but I thougth it was.

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Last time I fulfilled an account (uh, March?) shipping was free. But recently that hasn't been a part of their offers, and they also got rid of preferred shipping ($0.99 per DVD and $15 maximum) on fulfilled accounts. I'm spoiled by places that offer free (or super cheap) shipping so I find it really hard to pay for it now.

[DocWatson]

See DVD Talk's Better code thread (http://forum.dvdtalk.com/showthread.php?t=355622)—there's a B1G1F code on the last page, though since I do not currently have an account (I closed my first two, and am waiting for my applications to be accepted—though I hope not, since I made a couple of mistakes in my selections, and want to take advance of the code) I can't check its validity. Note that the six digit codes are more or less sequentional, so if 807748 does not work, try 807749, 807750, 807751, 807753, et cetera.

See also DVD Talk's DVD Bargains (http://forum.dvdtalk.com/forumdisplay.php?f=13) forum for more information.

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DocWatson said:
See DVD Talk's Better code thread (http://forum.dvdtalk.com/showthread.php?t=355622)—there's a B1G1F code on the last page

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Hmm I tried all the way from 748 to 801 and had no luck. Guess it's dead?

[shannonleighd]

Here you go disarm:

Code: 801635

Get a FREE DVD when you buy one at the regular Club price ($19.95 or higher) then take unlimited DVDs at 50% Off! Shipping & processing, plus applicable sales tax, will be added to all orders. Hurry, this offer is available for 48 hours Only! Sets up to 30% Off, No other purchase necessary!

Note:

* A discounted Set or an Upcoming Release -- purchased at $19.95 or higher -- can also act as your qualifying purchase.
* Your sale selections must be of equal or lower value to your qualifying purchase of $19.95 or higher.
* Some exceptions apply. Upcoming Releases, Sets, and other specially priced items will not be eligiblein your regular offer as a sale item.

Order early and save more on Upcoming Releases!
Pre-order these highly anticipated titles for as low as $19.95 each -- then, you can take a FREE DVD plus Unlimited DVDs at 50% off!

Note:

* Shipping & processing, plus applicable sales tax, will be added to all orders. Shipping & Processing Charges: (subject to change) Single and Double-Disc Titles: First selection $2.99, additional selections $1.99 each. Sets and Multi-Disc Titles: 3-disc selections $5.99, 4-disc selections $6.99, 5-disc selections or more $7.99.
* If you don't respond to your Director's Selection or choose an alternate by the specified date, the title will automatically be shipped to you at the regular Club price and shipping & processing, plus applicable sales tax, will be applied.
* Selections are limited to 2 copies per title

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sailor_moon said:
Here you go disarm:

Code: 801635
Get a FREE DVD when you buy one at the regular Club price ($19.95 or higher) then take unlimited DVDs at 50% Off! Shipping & processing, plus applicable sales tax, will be added to all orders. Hurry, this offer is available for 48 hours Only! Sets up to 30% Off, No other purchase necessary!

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Nice, thanks. A shame it only counts the first order as being for commitment thuogh. I guess there's no point in getting all 4 then... I'll just get one at normal price and one free. Maybe I can place a second order doing the same thing... the normal+free+50%+50% way ends up being 4 discs for the price of 2 like a normal b1g1/b2g2/etc-f, but instead of being done I'd still have a disc to order. If I can reuse it though... we'll see, I might be done now. Granted, paying that shipping charge twice hurts a lot ($8 or something? Gah!) but in the end I'm still getting all of Champloo and FruBa for damn cheap.

Edit: Ouch, I underestimated shipping and forgot about tax. Getting two discs of FruBa (with one being free) costs $28.55. If I do that again for discs 3-4, it's another $28.55. Adding in the intro offer it comes to $6.36 a disc for 11 discs, all told. Granted, still amazing, but about $2 a disc more than last time. If it's going to keep going up like this, this will probably be the last time I go through the CH hassle, even though the prices are great. After all, all the purchases I've made at CH have been "extra", shows I didn't necessarily plan to get otherwise (except Spiral), so even at a fantastic price it's still unplanned expenditure.

Anyways, thanks for the code, I'll just get over the shipping and all and remind myself that it's $6.36 a disc and that I'm making out really well. I could try and wait for a better code but I assume there won't be one.

[battle001]

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distantmantra said:
My second application attempt was approved earlier in the week, but when I look at my order information, Champloo vols. 2-7 aren't listed yet, just my $9.99 DVD (some random workout DVD my fiance picked out). I'm wondering if they're backordered...

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i could not find them for the longest time, they were not listed under anime.

this sounds funny but do an actor search and use the word animated .

[DocWatson]

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Battle001 said:
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distantmantra said:
My second application attempt was approved earlier in the week, but when I look at my order information, Champloo vols. 2-7 aren't listed yet, just my $9.99 DVD (some random workout DVD my fiance picked out). I'm wondering if they're backordered...

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i could not find them for the longest time, they were not listed under anime.

this sounds funny but do an actor search and use the word animated .

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Umm—why not a title search? That worked fine for me just now (http://dvd-movies.columbiahouse.com/qj4/searchResultsPage.do;jsessionid=beiZNCoS5lxb;jsess ionid=beiZNCoS5lxb?searchType=VIDEO_TITLE&sortType =RELEASE_DATE&searchTerms=Champloo&searchsubmit.x= 0&searchsubmit.y=0) (and in the past).