Yes, Gothick this is correct. It crosses a line for fans of any Dark Shadows as well as those who like to see old TV shows released on DVD. Already, we have lost the 2004 WB series. This created a huge set back for the Night of Dark Shadows restoration project as Darren Gross has previously relayed to us. Having a sucessful new show would have created a momentum for the entire catalog. This means we might have the Classic TV series back on the air. If it doesn't sell because this release is a mess, the Classic series is going to ultimately be set back further. Many won't notice the clipping. However, many will notice it and word will get around that the picture is clipped, does not have any extras (interviews, bloopers, commentary or other), and is the extended version.
Fans should be mindful that when dissing any new Dark Shadows and attempting to "kill" it, it slows and impedes the progress of the movie restorations and the Classic TV show. If something is selling, marketing notices. If it's not, then they don't do a thing. This may not always be a hard and fast rule but generally business is business and not an issue of fandom.
The curse thing could be an issue with Angelique but who knows.