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Weinstein Details 'Reader' Blu-ray Specs, Box Art

Thu Mar 26, 2009 at 11:00 AM ET
Tags: Weinstein Co., High-Def Disc Packaging (all tags)

The Weinstein Co. has revealed final specs and box art for 'The Reader,' which arrives on Blu-ray in late-April with TrueHD audio and multiple bonus features.

As previously reported, the Weinstein Co. has set an April 28 Blu-ray date for the acclaimed Holocaust-themed drama (which earned a Best Actress statuette for Kate Winslet), day-and-date with the standard DVD.

Tech specs will see a BD-50 dual-layer presentation with 1080p/VC-1 video (1.85:1) and English Dolby TrueHD 5.1 Surround audio.

Extras will include a quintet of making-of featurettes, and a dozen deleted scenes.

Finally, the Weinstein Co. has issued the final box art for 'The Reader':


As previously announced, Lionsgate has set the suggested retail price at $39.99.

You'll find final specs for 'The Reader' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under April 28.

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Earlier on High-Def Digest:
'The Reader' to Receive April Blu-ray Release (Mar 02, 2009)

'The Reader' to Receive April Blu-ray Release

Mon Mar 02, 2009 at 03:00 PM ET
Tags: Disc Announcements, Weinstein Co. (all tags)

The Weinstein Co. is bringing the Oscar-winning film 'The Reader' to Blu-ray in late-April.

Earning a Best Actress statuette for Kate Winslet, the acclaimed Holocaust-themed drama will see a Blu-ray release on April 28, two weeks following the standard DVD.

Extras will include a quintet of making-of featurettes, and a dozen deleted scenes.

The studio has not yet confirmed final tech specs, but we'll keep you posted.

Suggested list price has been set at $34.95.

You'll find the latest specs for 'The Reader' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under April 28.

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'Zack and Miri' to Make Blu-ray 'Porno' this February

Fri Jan 09, 2009 at 09:00 AM ET
Tags: Disc Announcements, Weinstein Co. (all tags)

In a late-breaking retail announcement, the Weinstein Co. has set an early-February Blu-ray release for 'Zack and Miri Make a Porno.'

Kevin Smith's racy comedy, which grossed nearly $30 million at the domestic box office, will make a quick trip to Blu-ray (day-and-date with the DVD) on February 3.

At press time, the Weinstein Co. has yet to issue a full media announcement, so we'll keep you posted on tech and supplement specs when they're confirmed.

Suggested list price for the Blu-ray has been set at $34.95.

You'll find preliminary specs for 'Zack and Miri Make a Porno' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 3.

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Zack and Miri Make a Porno (Blu-ray)

Weinstein Bumps Up 'Clerks II' Blu-ray

Wed Dec 31, 2008 at 01:00 PM ET
Tags: Weinstein Co. (all tags)

Arriving one week earlier than expected, the Weinstein Co. has confirmed an early-February Blu-ray release for 'Clerks II.'

In a retailer alert made last month, the studio was reported to have set a February 10 street date for Kevin Smith's slacker sequel. The Weinstein Co. has now officially announced the title, which will hit stores one week earlier than expected on February 3.

Extras will mirror the previous HD DVD version, including a two-disc set that features multiple audio commentaries, featurettes, deleted scenes, and easter eggs.

There are still no confirmed tech specs for the Blu-ray, but we'll keep you posted.

Suggested retail price has been set at $34.95.

You'll find the latest specs for 'Clerks II' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under its new date of February 3.

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'Clerks II' Gets February Blu-ray Date (Nov 11, 2008)

'Soul Men' to Get February Blu-ray Release

Wed Dec 10, 2008 at 03:00 PM ET
Tags: Disc Announcements, Weinstein Co. (all tags)

The Weinstein Co. has alerted retailers that it is planning an early-February Blu-ray bow for the comedy 'Soul Men.'

Starring Samuel L. Jackson and the late Bernie Mac in his final film appearance, the $11 million-grossing buddy comedy 'Soul Men' will arrive on Blu-ray February 3, day-and-date with the standard DVD.

There's no word yet on tech specs or extras at this early date, but watch this space for final details when they are confirmed.

Suggested retail price for the Blu-ray has been set at $34.95.

You'll find the latest specs for 'Soul Men' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 3.

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Soul Men (2008) (Blu-ray)

'Clerks II' Gets February Blu-ray Date

Tue Nov 11, 2008 at 09:00 AM ET
Tags: Disc Announcements, Weinstein Co. (all tags)

Announcing its latest high-def catch-up title, the Weinstein Co. has confirmed an early-February arrival for the Kevin Smith comedy 'Clerks II.'

A follow-up to Smith's trend-setting 1994 indie comedy 'Clerks,' the Blu-ray release of 'Clerks II' will trail the HD DVD by almost two years when it finally hits the format on February 10.

Tech specs will see 1080p video (1.85:1) and Dolby TrueHD 5.1 Surround audio.

There are no supplement specs announced as of yet, but a package comparable to the previous HD DVD is expected. We'll keep you posted.

Suggested retail price for the Blu-ray has been set at $34.95.

You'll find the latest specs for 'Clerks II' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 10.

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Weinstein Sets January Date for 'Eden Lake'

Wed Nov 05, 2008 at 03:00 PM ET
Tags: Disc Announcements, Weinstein Co. (all tags)

Announcing its latest video premiere release, the Weinstein Co. has set an early-January Blu-ray release for the chiller 'Eden Lake.'

Following only the slimmest of theatrical releases this past Halloween, the hardcore horror-thriller 'Eden Lake' will enjoy a wider audience when it hits Blu-ray on January 6 courtesy of Dimension Extreme (day-and-date with the standard DVD).

Tech specs will see 1080p video (2.35:1) and Dolby TrueHD 5.1 Surround audio.

Confirmed extras include audio commentary with writer-director James Watkins and making-of featurette.

Suggested list price for the Blu-ray has been set at $29.99.

You'll find the latest specs for 'Eden Lake' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under January 6.

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Weinstein Planning January Blu-ray Release for 'Superhero Movie'

Wed Oct 29, 2008 at 11:00 AM ET
Tags: Disc Announcements, Weinstein Co. (all tags)

The Weinstein Co. has alerted retailers to an early-January Blu-ray bow for the spoof 'Superhero Movie.'

Starring Pamela Anderson and Craig Bierko, 'Superhero Movie' failed to make much of a dent at the box office during its brief theatrical run earlier this year. The Weinstein Co. will give the comedy a second shot when it releases the Blu-ray January 6, day-and-date with the standard DVD.

There's no tech or supplement specs as of yet, but we'll keep you posted.

Suggested retail price for the Blu-ray has been set at $29.98.

You'll find preliminary specs for 'Superhero Movie' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under January 6.

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Superhero Movie (Blu-ray)

'Vicky Cristina Barcelona' Coming to Blu-ray

Thu Oct 23, 2008 at 09:00 AM ET
Tags: Disc Announcements, Weinstein Co. (all tags)

The Weinstein Co. has announced a late-January Blu-ray date for the latest Woody Allen comedy, 'Vicky Cristina Barcelona.'

Earning Allen some of his best reviews and box office in years, the Javier Bardem-Scarlett Johansson starrer will mark the auteur's next-gen debut when it hits Blu-ray on January 27 (day-and-date with the standard DVD).

Typical of Allen titles on video, there will be no supplementary material save for the film's theatrical trailer.

Tech specs will see 1080p video and Dolby TrueHD 5.1 Surround audio.

Suggested retail price for the Blu-ray has been set at $34.98.

You'll find the latest specs for 'Vicky Cristina Barcelona' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under January 27.

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'Longshots' Headed to Blu-ray

Wed Oct 01, 2008 at 11:00 AM ET
Tags: Disc Announcements, Weinstein Co. (all tags)

In an early announcement to retailers, Weinstein Co. has set an early-December kick-off for the Ice Cube sports comedy 'The Longshots.'

The directorial debut of Limp Bizkit frontman Fred Durst, 'The Longshots' grossed $25 million during its theatrical run earlier this year. Weinstein/Genius Products will debut the film on Blu-ray December 2, day-and-date with the standard DVD.

There are no tech specs or supplemental details available as of this early date, but as always we'll keep you posted.

Suggested retail price for the Blu-ray has been set at $37.49

You'll find the latest specs for 'The Longshots' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under December 2.

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The Longshots (Blu-ray)


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