I`ve had this player for2 months. Haven`t tried either of the disc mentioned but it has played every disc I`ve put in it inc Gladiator, W&G and toy Story etc, plus vcd`s and svcd.
If you haven`t got one take the dvd into Richer sounds and get them to try it before you buy, or use the 14 day home trial to try it and if it don`t work take it back.
If you want to send me the patriot I`ll happily watch it to check......
Ian