I have the Mitsu 73831, the picture on it is phenomenal. Blu-ray movies are stunning. The search you are embarking on will be fun. Make sure whatever TV you get, has all the proper connections you need.
Check out
www.ramelectronics.net
I am finishing my basement and my wire tab so far is at $850.
They are have very good cables
3 hdmi
50 foot component
1sub
3 optical
rca
Don't go to cheap on the cables, but also be aware of the name you are paying for.