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Disney Officially Announces 'Miracle' Specs, Box Art
Fri May 01, 2009 at 11:00 AM ETTags: Box Art, Disney (all tags)
Disney has officially announced 'Miracle,' with the sports drama hitting Blu-ray this June with DTS-MA audio and hours of bonus features.
As previously reported, Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment had alerted retailers to a June 16 Blu-ray release for the Kurt Russell hockey hit, though there was little other information available aside from the date.
Full specs are now in, with the film receiving a BD-50 dual-layer presentation with 1080p/AVC MPEG-4 video and a DTS-HD Lossless Master Audio 5.1 Surround track.
Supplements include audio commentary (by director Gavin O'Connor, director of photography Dan Stoloff and editor John Gilroy), three featurettes ("The Making-of Miracle," "From Hockey to Hollywood: The Actors’ Journeys," "The Sound of Miracle"), and a TV excerpt from the "Miracle ESPN Roundtable with Linda Cohn.
Suggested retail price for the Blu-ray has been set at $34.95.
You'll find the latest specs for 'Miracle' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under June 16.
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- Discs mentioned in this article: (Click for specs and reviews)
- Miracle (Blu-ray)
- Earlier on High-Def Digest:
- Disney to Bring 'Miracle' to Blu-ray this June (Mar 10, 2009)
Criterion Unveils 'Benjamin Button' Box Art, Specs
Fri Apr 24, 2009 at 01:50 PM ETTags: Box Art, Criterion, Paramount (all tags)
With it's release only a few weeks away, Criterion has revealed box art and final specs for the May Blu-ray release of 'The Curious Case of Benjamin Button.'
As first announced last month, the Criterion Collection will release a two-disc special edition of the multiple Oscar winner, due in stores May 5 (day-and-date with the standard DVD).
Final tech specs will see a BD-50 dual-layer presentation of the 166-minute feature film, in 1080p/AVC MPEG-4 video (2.39:1) and DTS-HD Lossless Master Audio 5.1 Surround.
Extras boast a full-length audio commentary with director David Fincher on disc one, with the second disc reserved for an extensive four-part documentary on the making of the film, that takes viewers from pre-production, through shooting, a dissection of the special effects and finally editing and the premiere.
Lastly, Criterion has unveiled the box art for the Blu-ray:
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Suggested retail price for the Blu-ray has been set at $39.95.
You'll find final specs for 'The Curious Case of Benjamin Button' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under May 5.
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- The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (Blu-ray)
- Earlier on High-Def Digest:
- 'Benjamin Button' Gets May Blu-ray Date (Mar 19, 2009)
Sony Serves Up 'International' Blu-ray Exclusives, Box Art
Fri Apr 24, 2009 at 11:00 AM ETTags: Box Art, Sony (all tags)
Sony Pictures has just revealed final specs for 'The International,' which comes to Blu-ray this June with hours of bonus features, exclusive content and Digital Copy.
As previously reported, Sony set a June 9 Blu-ray release for the Clive Owen-Naomi Watts actioner (day-and-date with the standard DVD), but issued no specs or other information.
Full details have now been issued, with the box office underachiever receiving a BD-50 dual-layer presentation with 1080/AVC MPEG-4 video and English Dolby TrueHD 5.1 Surround audio.
Extras include audio commentary (with director Tom Tykwer and screenwriter Eric Singer), a quartet of featurettes ("The Making of The International," "Shooting at the Guggenheim," "The Autostadt," "The Architecture of The International") and deleted scenes.
Just-confirmed exclusive content boasts a picture-in-picture track with behind-the-scenes footage and interviews, and BD-Live connectivity.
A second, standard DVD disc is also included with Digital Copy, compatible with PCs, PSP, and iTunes.
Finally, Sony has provided a high-res preview of newly-revised final Blu-ray box art for 'The International':
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Suggested retail price for the Blu-ray has been set at $39.95.
You'll find final specs for 'The International' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under June 9.
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- The International (Blu-ray)
- Earlier on High-Def Digest:
- 'The International' to Take Aim on Blu-ray this June (Apr 06, 2009)
Warner Reveals Final 'Friday the 13th' Blu-ray Specs, Box Art
Wed Apr 22, 2009 at 03:15 PM ETTags: Box Art, Warner (all tags)
The full bloody details are in for 'Friday the 13th,' which will slice up Blu-ray this June with an extended cut of the film and Digital Copy.
As previously reported, Warner Home Video had set a June 16 date for the Michael Bay-produced horror redux, and revealed early specs and supplement details.
The full splatter and box art has now been confirmed, with Jason's latest exploits receiving the BD-50 dual-layer treatment with 1080p/VC-1 video (2.39:1) and English Dolby TrueHD 5.1 Surround track. The disc will contain both the R-rated and never-before-seen "Killer Cut" versions of the film available via seamless branching.
Extras include the "Explore the Rebirth of Jason Voorhees" featurette and additional "slashed" scenes.
Exclusive to the Blu-ray is the "Terror Trivia" factoid track, the "Hacking Back/Slashing Forward" and "The 7 Best Kills" featurettes, and BD-Live connectivity.
Also included on a second disc is a Digital Copy of both the extended and rated versions of the film, compatible with PCs and iTunes.
Suggested retail price for the Blu-ray has been set at $35.98.
You'll find final specs for 'Friday the 13th (2009)' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under June 16.
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- Discs mentioned in this article: (Click for specs and reviews)
- Friday the 13th (2009) (Blu-ray)
- Earlier on High-Def Digest:
- 'Friday the 13th' Remake Hacks Blu-ray with 'Killer Cut,' Exclusives (Apr 20, 2009)
Full Specs, Box Art in for 'Point Break' Blu-ray
Fri Apr 11, 2008 at 01:00 PM ETTags: Fox, Box Art (all tags)
Fox has officially announced 'Point Break' for Bu-ray, which will hit high-def this July in a "Pure Adrenalin Edition" with extensive bonus features.
As we've previously reported, Fox alerted retailers to a July 1 Blu-ray bow for the Keanu Reeves-Patrick Swayze action hit, though the studio provided only preliminary specs.
The full media release has now been issued, and the Blu-ray will share all the same extras as the previous 2006 DVD special edition, including four making-of featurettes ( "It's Make Or Break," "Ride The Wave," "Adrenaline Junkies," "On Location: Malibu"), 8 deleted scenes, a still gallery, and 3 theatrical trailers.
Tech specs for the BD-50 dual-layer presentation enjoy 1080p/AVC MPEG-4 video, a DTS-HD Lossless Master Audio 5.1 Surround track (48kHz/16-bit), and additional Dolby Digital and subtitle offerings in English, French, and Spanish.
Finally, Fox has unveiled the Blu-ray box art for 'Point Break,' which offers a new take on the film's original theatrical key art:
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As previously announced, Fox has set a suggested retail price of $39.99 for the Blu-ray.
You'll find the specs for 'Point Break' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under July 1.
We've also set up a dedicated thread for Fox's latest catalog release in our Forums area -- click the following link to discuss the 'Point Break' Blu-ray release.
- Discs mentioned in this article: (Click for specs and reviews)
- Point Break (Blu-ray)
- Earlier on High-Def Digest:
- Fox Plots 'Point Break' Blu-ray for Summer (Mar 27, 2008)
First Look: 'Batman: The Movie' Blu-ray Box Art
Wed Apr 02, 2008 at 01:00 PM ETTags: High-Def Disc Packaging, Fox, Box Art (all tags)
The original Batman's high-def debut isn't until July, but we've got an early peek at the Blu-ray box art for the 1966 camp classic.
As previously reported, Fox Home Entertainment has set a July 1 street date for 'Batman: The Movie,' day-and-date with a new standard DVD re-issue.
Tech specs include remastered 1080p/AVC MPEG-4 video, with DTS-HD Lossless Master Audio 5.1 Surround (English and French Dolby Digital 1.0 Mono dubs are also included, along with English, French and Spanish subtitle options). In addition, the Blu-ray will include the film's complete isolated score, also available in DTS-MA 5.1 Surround.
Supplements on the BD-50 dual-layer release are extensive, boasting two audio commentaries (with actors Adam West and Burt Ward, and a second track with screenwriter Lorenzo Semple, Jr.), a 2001 "35th Anniversary Piece" featuring interviews with West and Ward, "The Batmobile Revealed" featurette, "The Batmobile Interactive Tour" 360-degree navigational tour, a "Holy Pop-Up Trivia Track, Batman!" subtitle fact track, no less than six still galleries ("From the Vaults of Adam West," "Interactive Pressbook," "Posters," "Production Stills," "Behind the Scenes," "Premiere"), and both the original and re-release theatrical trailers.
Exclusive to the Blu-ray will be a suite of three newly-produced featurettes: "Batman: A Dynamic Legacy," "Caped Crusaders: A Heroes Tribute" and "Gotham City's Most Wanted."
Finally, Fox has unveiled box art for 'Batman,' which receives a slick, logo-based new design:
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As previously announced, Fox has set the suggested retail price at $39.98 for the Blu-ray.
You'll find final specs for 'Batman: The Movie' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under July 1.
We've also set up a dedicated thread for Fox's latest in our Forums area -- click the following link to discuss the 'Batman: The Movie' Blu-ray release.
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- Batman: The Movie (Blu-ray)
Fans Choose 'Baron Munchausen' Blu-ray Box Art
Mon Dec 24, 2007 at 03:00 PM ETTags: Sony, Box Art, Amazon (all tags)
In a unique promotion for their upcoming release of 'The Adventures of Baron Munchausen,' Sony is allowing fans to vote for one of three possible box designs.
The design that receives the most votes on a special page hosted by Amazon.com between now and December 27th will adorn the cover of the brand new Special Edition of the cult classic when it hits both Blu-ray and standard DVD on April 8, 2008.
To vote for your favorite of the three proposed cover designs (and to see which design is currently in the lead), click here to visit Amazon.
As we've previously reported, the long-awaited 'Munchausen' Special Edition is slated to include several bonus features, including audio commentary with Gilliam and screenwriter Charles McKeown, two featurettes ("The Madness and Misadventures of Munchausen," "As We once Dreamed It: Afterthoughts by Terry Gilliam & Charles McKeown"), deleted scenes, and a pair of storyboard sequences.
You'll find disc details for 'The Adventures of Baron Munchausen' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under April 8, 2008.
We've also set up a dedicated thread for Sony's latest in our Forums area -- click the following link to discuss the 'Adventures of Baron Munchausen' Blu-ray release.
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- 'Baron Munchausen' cover art voting contest [Amazon.com]
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- The Adventures of Baron Munchausen (Blu-ray)
- Earlier on High-Def Digest:
- 'Adventures of Baron Munchausen' Heads to Blu-ray (Dec 18, 2007)
First Look: 'Simpsons Movie' Blu-ray Box Art
Fri Oct 05, 2007 at 02:02 PM ETTags: Box Art, Fox (all tags)
Can't wait for Homer and the gang to hit Blu-ray? Here's a tantalizing first look at what's to come.
As we've previously reported, following a blockbuster run in theaters, Fox Home Entertainment will bring 'The Simpsons Movie' to Blu-ray on December 18th, jam-packed with extras (all presented in full 1080p video).
Included among the previously-announced goodies are two audio commentaries with multiple cast and crew, three featurettes, deleted scenes, a Homer monologue from the "Tonight Show," and alternate character designs from the show's creator, Matt Groening.
The BD-50 dual-layer release will come with 1080p/AVC MPEG-4 video and a DTS-HD Lossless Master Audio 5.1 Surround track.
Now comes our first peek at the Blu-ray box art, and appropriately enough, in the few months between the film's theatrical release and its home video debut, it seems someone has managed to make a little more progress with that iconic donut from the film's theatrical marketing campaign:
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As always, you'll find complete disc details for 'The Simpsons Movie' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under December 18.
We've also set up a dedicated thread for Fox's latest in our Forums area -- click the following link to discuss the 'Simpsons Movie' Blu-ray release.
- Discs mentioned in this article: (Click for specs and reviews)
- The Simpsons Movie (Blu-ray)
- Earlier on High-Def Digest:
- 'Simpsons Movie' Headed to Blu-ray (Sep 25, 2007)
High-Def Fans Fight the Box Art Blahs with Custom Cover Designs
Fri Dec 29, 2006 at 03:27 AM ETTags: Box Art (all tags)
Ever since the debut of the first HD DVD and Blu-ray discs, fans have bemoaned the cookie-cutter cover art that most supporting studios have adopted in order to create a more recognizable look for discs released on each format.
The most common complaint is that the artwork for the movie itself is forced to compete with the format's artwork -- those familiar swooshes of red (for HD DVD) or blue/steel (for Blu-ray).
Not surprisingly, it didn't take long for some early adopters to begin creating their own more movie-focused custom cover art. The first such cover to make the rounds was created by David Mackenzie (also known as "Lyris" online), a student in Scotland who posted alternative box art for the HD DVD release of 'Serenity' back in July:
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Mackenzie told us that he has been creating custom DVD covers as a hobby for 5-6 years, and that he created the custom 'Serenity' box art after reading criticism of the official HD DVD art, which some fans have said make film look like a "cheap space porno."
Since Mackenzie's 'Serenity', custom box art for several other titles on both high-def formats have surfaced online, including this alternative take on the 'Underworld: Evolution' Blu-ray release, by AVSForum member DeathStalker2:
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But perhaps the most popular alternative box cover to hit the web yet is the custom cover for the HD DVD release of 'Superman: The Movie,' also by DeathStalker2:
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It was the popularity of the 'Superman' cover that prompted Evan Angelides, a software engineer from Rockville Centre, New York to offer up his own personal web space to help DeathStalker2 and other custom box artists more easily distribute their work. Angelides, who developed and distributes a free Plasma TV break-in DVD from his site, now hosts 13 alternative high-def box covers (including a couple Japanese imports), all available for free as high-res printer quality downloads.
And while the legalities of custom cover art are something of a murky area, given that there's no money changing hands, and that all participants are simply doing it out of "love for the sport," here's hoping that there will be lots more fan-made art in the high-def months and years to come.
• David Mackenzie's 'Serenity' HD DVD Box Art [lyris-lite.net]
• Evan Angelides's High-Def Box Art Downloads Area [eaprogramming.com, click on "Downloads"]
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