[fjtorres]

One thing to remember: not all out of region DVDs are georestricted in the ebook sense.

Some are only distributed within a specific market because out of limited interest outside that market. For example, a live action Japanese movie isn't a product you typically find at a local Walmart. Similarly, alternate-region DVDs often carry different subtitles, audio tracks, and extras so they are effectively different products.

One example: I legally own on DVD both HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCEROR'S STONE and HARRY POTTER AND THE PHILOSOPHER'S STONE. The differences are slight but real. For that matter, if you're a fantasy fan and want to buy a copy of THE TENTH KINGDOM, the only version available is the dutch version. Readily available from american retailers through Amazon.

So, again, buying out-of-region DVDs is in no way equivalent to faking an IP address to stream an out of market video, much less downloading a pirate video or ebook.