STARTING TO COLLECT BLU-RAY'S IN 2026?! (The Frame Vault) | Shelf Media Society #3

Episode 3 of Shelf Media Society features Sebastian Paul, also known as The Frame Vault, discussing his journey as a brand-new physical media collector and aspiring filmmaker. Seb explains that although he grew up around his dad’s large DVD collection, he only recently decided to start collecting himself after being inspired by creators in the physical media community. His first major pickup was the Pearl, X, and Maxxxine trilogy box set, which set the tone for the kind of premium editions he enjoys collecting.Throughout the episode, Seb talks about why physical media feels more meaningful than streaming. He explains how owning films on 4K Blu-ray, especially when paired with an OLED TV and surround sound setup, creates a much more immersive experience. He mainly collects 4Ks, only buying standard Blu-rays when a film isn’t available in 4K, and he prefers steelbooks over slipcovers because they feel more premium and durable.The conversation also focuses heavily on filmmaking and cinematography. Seb shares how his passion for film has led him to create award-winning short films and launch his upcoming channel, The Frame Vault, where he plans to combine physical media collecting with filmmaking content. He discusses how directors like Christopher Nolan inspire him through their approach to 4K presentations and cinematography, while also explaining how watching films critically as a filmmaker can sometimes change the way he experiences movies.The episode finishes with a discussion about special features, director commentaries, and how physical media helps people appreciate the craft behind filmmaking. Overall, the episode serves as both an introduction to Seb as a creator and a celebration of why collecting physical media still matters for film fans today. 📀🎙️📀🎙️➡️ SUBSCRIBE to Shelf Media Society • https://www.youtube.com/@ShelfMediaSociety➡️ TikTok • https://www.tiktok.com/shelfmediasociety➡️ Instagram • https://www.instagram.com/shelfmediasociety➡️ Apple Podcasts • https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/shelf-media-society/id1896234434➡️ Spotify • https://open.spotify.com/show/7dCQrhlhQVBaIaUttNh6h3----------------------------------------------------------------------------------🔻 Keys Of Moon - Silhouette of War is under a YouTube Free license. https://www.youtube.com/c/keysofmoonmusicMusic powered by BreakingCopyright: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lzofxb1vATw🔎 Find more music here: https://breakingcopyright.com 🔺#Bluray #4KBluray #BlurayHunting