Re:Downrezzing? (Score 2, Interesting)

I think the key thing is they aren't going to down-rez for now on the analog outputs, but are definitely leaving things open to do so in the future. Their launch titles are all catalog releases of little value, so it isn't much of a gamble for them to release them without the flag to drop the resolution. I would not be shocked to see them change their tune soon, though, and incorporate the flag on at least their new releases once they start putting them out day-and-date alongside the DVD. Also, you have to realize that this only applies to Sony Pictures releases. All of the other studios (Disney, Fox, etc) could still very well incorporate this flag on all of their Blu-ray discs.