I say YES, absolutely. For me, the extra care taken in the package, the slipcase, the alternate artworks etc are what defines Arrow Video's BD editions. 101 Films even copied it for ISOYG, it's that well known. To take that away, for me, seems a massive shame. Frankly, I couldn't care less about dual format releases. Why would I want a DVD copy, when I've bought the BD? To let the kids watch in their rooms? Erm, no. To watch in the car? I'll just watch something else!
Dawn of the Dead was my first AV purchase, and what lured me in originally was the packaging. If I've dropped around £20 on a release, I want a hefty package in my hands (oo-er) to justify it. Much like I buy an album on vinyl over CD, I'm paying a premium, so I like a thick cut jacket, lyric sheets etc.
And it would be a shame to lose the uniformity of previous releases.
Whilst I agree with Goj above that the film is what is of ultimate importance, why not package it with care as well? You'd be pretty gutted if your $200 steak came on a paper plate!
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