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'Nightfall' Blu-ray Announced[teaser] The moody Hong Kong thriller is coming to Blu-ray in May. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Well Go USA Entertainment is preparing 'Nightfall' for Blu-ray on May 21. A Hong Kong celebrity is found floating in the ocean, so embittered and jaded detective Lam (Simon Yam) is called in to find the murderer. He quickly identifies a killer from the past - a brutal man just released from prison (Nick Cheung) with possible ties to the family. But what Lam surmises as a clear-cut case of revenge gets murkier, the more he investigates. Suspicion, facts, and the truth become harder, the closer he looks. What unfolds is a crime from the past. 20 years of lies, and a secret so shocking it threatens to pull the entire case down. Who is the victim and who is the killer? Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Nightfall' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under May 21.Posted Fri Mar 29, 2013 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'The Great Escape' Blu-ray Supplements Detailed[teaser]The special features have been announced for the 1963 classic heading to Blu-ray in May. [/teaser] As previously reported, MGM/UA is bringing 'The Great Escape' to Blu-ray on May 7. In 1943, the Germans opened Stalag Luft North, a maximum-security prisoner-of-war camp, designed to hold even the craftiest escape artists. In doing so, however, the Nazis unwittingly assembled the finest escape team in military history who worked on what became the largest prison breakout ever attempted. Based on a true story. Exact specs have not yet been announced, but the film will feature a new HD transfer minted from a 4K master and supplements will include: Audio Commentary by Director John Sturges, Cast & Crew; Bringing Fact to Fiction; Preparations for Freedom; The Flight to Freedom; A Standing Ovation; The Untold Story; The Untold Story – Additional Interviews; A Real Virgil Hilts: A Man Called Jones; Return to The Great Escape; and Original Theatrical Trailer. The suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $19.99. You can find the latest specs for 'The Great Escape' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under May 7.Posted Thu Mar 28, 2013 at 01:00 PM PDT by: -
'The Oranges' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The comedy starring Hugh Laurie will be ready to squeeze on Blu-ray in May. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, 20th Century Fox is bringing 'The Oranges' to Blu-ray on May 7. Fresh-squeezed laughs and sexy fun sweeten this critically-acclaimed comedy with an all-star cast, including Leighton Meester, Hugh Laurie, Oliver Platt and Catherine Keener. What does it take to be truly happy? Two suburban families are about to find out when the Ostroffs' rebellious daughter Nina (Meester) returns home and starts an adulterous affair with long-time family friend David Walling (Laurie.) The outrageous scandal reaches hilarious new heights during the holidays and makes these New Jersey neighbors tear apart more than just wrapping paper. Love is a wrecking ball headed straight for The Oranges...and it may just change all of their lives forever. The Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy combo pack will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD MA 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: Opening Doors: Inside the Oranges; Juicy Secrets: Behind the Scenes of The Oranges. The suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.99. You can find the latest specs for 'The Oranges' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under May 7.Posted Thu Mar 28, 2013 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
'Back to 1942' Blu-ray Announced[teaser] Director Xiaogang Feng's historical drama is coming to Blu-ray in May. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Well Go USA Entertainment is working on 'Back to 1942' for Blu-ray on May 14. During the 1942 famine, with his house beset by starving villagers, Landlord Fan (Zhang Guoli) attempts to calm the crowd by preparing a feast. However, his house is burned down in the chaos, prompting Fan, his teenage daughter (Fiona Wang), his servant (Zhang Mo), and his tenant (Xu Fan) to embark on a treacherous journey south, struggling for survival as war with Japan looms on the horizon. Along the way, they encounter an American journalist (Adrian Brody), a judge (Dan Wei) and a priest (Zhang Hanyu) who has lost his faith. Each meeting reveals the true depth of the despair that grips the country, but the hardships along the way prompt Fan to make some devastating sacrifices that leave him a broken man. Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Back to 1942' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under May 14.Posted Thu Mar 28, 2013 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
Google TV's PrimeTime App Now Boasts Amazon Instant[teaser]Updated PrimeTime app streamlines content selection.[/teaser] As Amazon continues to emphasize Kindle hardware, one neglected user base for Amazon Instant Video is Android users. Fortunately for Google TV owners, they are no longer bundled into that particular neglected group. Once users have updated their Google TV PrimeTime app, not only will they find Amazon Instant Video, including Amazon Prime content, but content from Amazon Prime and other subscription services like Netflix and HBO Go will appear in the Free content section if the user is logged in as a subscriber. Google TV had previously supported Amazon Instant, but only on LG models. Unfortunately, a quick look at the PrimeTime page on Google Play reveals that many users are having trouble with the update, so users may be wise to hold off for now. Source: EngadgetPosted Thu Mar 28, 2013 at 09:00 AM PDT by: -
'Shane' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The celebrated western is riding to Blu-ray in June.[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Brothers is preparing 'Shane' for Blu-ray on June 4. Acclaimed director George Stevens' legendary rendition of the quintessential Western myth earned six Academy Award nominations, and made Shane one of the classics of the American cinema. The story brings Alan Ladd, a drifter and retired gunfighter, to the assistance of a homestead family terrorized by a wealthy cattleman and his hired gun (Jack Palance). In fighting the last decisive battle, Shane sees the end of his own way of life. Mysterious, moody and atmospheric, the film is enhanced by the intense performances of its splendid cast. Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but the suggested list price has been set at $19.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Shane' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under June 4.Posted Thu Mar 28, 2013 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
PlayOn Brings Redbox Instant To Roku, PS3, Wii and Apple TV[teaser]PlayOn software uses a PC to route dozens of streaming content channels to various devices.[/teaser] Redbox Instant has debuted with frankly limited device support. Supported hardware includes the Xbox 360, certain Smasung TVs, and iOS devices. While Redbox has promised to add more devices, PlayOn has announced support for Redbox instant, thereby adding the service to a host of set-top boxes. PlayOn is a software package that when run on a PC funnels a vast number of streaming channels to a wide variety of devices. Device support includes, the 360, PS3, Wii, Wii U, Android, iOS, Kindle Fire, Nook Color, Google TV, OmniBox, Roku among others. Nearly every streaming cable channel is supported, which helps PlayOn's stated desire to help customers "cut the cable." Netflix, Hulu, Pandora, Amazon Instant, and now Redbox Instant join the list of supported streaming services. PlayOn is available for a year or for lifetime for current fees of $24.99 or $44.99 respectively. The company also offers PlayLater, which promises DVR functionality for streaming content. PlayOn is available at www.playon.tv. Source: TWICEPosted Thu Mar 28, 2013 at 07:00 AM PDT by: -
Theatrical Review: 'G.I. Joe: Retaliation'After 2009's disappointing 'G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra', can the sequel's new cast and new director get the franchise back on track? Our Josh Zyber has a review of 'G.I. Joe: Retaliation' in the blog today.Posted Thu Mar 28, 2013 at 07:00 AM PDT by: -
'Pusher' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The British remake of Nicolas Winding Refn's debut feature is heading to Blu-ray in June. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Starz/Anchor Bay is preparing 'Pusher' for Blu-ray on June 25. 'Pusher' follows street dealer Frank (Richard Coyle) through a hellish week as his life completely unravels. Naively believing that he's got a sure thing on his hands, Frank borrows money from his supplier, Milo (Zlatko Burić, reprising his role from the Danish trilogy), in order to get in on a big drug deal. When things don't go according to plan, Frank has to scramble to come up with the cash on his own to pay back Milo. As Milo's impatience mounts, so does Frank's desperation. The increasingly frantic Frank becomes willing to do whatever it takes to save himself; and when Milo shifts decisively from mildly inconvenienced friend to mortal enemy, Frank risks losing not only his life, but his humanity. Soon, Frank is beating up his sidekick (Bronson Webb), betraying his girlfriend (model-turned-actress Agyness Deyn, in her first major role), and even trying to con his own mother (Joanna Hole). Specs and supplements have not yet been revealed, but the suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Pusher' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under June 25.Posted Thu Mar 28, 2013 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
Amazon Brings X-Ray To TV[teaser]X-Ray is powered by IMDb but is limited to a few devices. [/teaser] Six months ago Amazon introduced X-Ray for its Kindle Fire HD for movies. The feature allows users to directly access IMDb related content by just touching the screen of the device that they are using. Amazon has an equivalent version available for many of its e-book offerings. Today though, Amazon announced the expansion from movies to TV series. From IMDb CEO Col Needham, "For over 20 years we have been cultivating a vast database of movie, TV and celebrity content. Can’t remember where you’ve seen the actor playing Lord Grantham in Downton Abbey? No problem. Simply tap on the screen and you’ll see a full filmography, where you’ll realize that Hugh Bonneville was also in Notting Hill. Our vision is to make X-Ray available on every movie and TV show—we’re excited to make another big step forward today, and we are working hard to add X-Ray to more TV shows and movies in the future." Popular shows such as Justified, Downton Abbey, The West Wing, Sons of Anarchy, Falling Skies, American Horror Story, Grey's Anatomy, Doctor Who, The Walking Dead, Lost, Glee, Breaking Bad and Game of Thrones are listed as supporting the service. For supported content with X-Ray at any point all actors on screen are listed with IMDb picture and hotlink on the device, from the leading star to the least notable guest star. It is even possible to follow an actor other films and shows available on Amazon. Device support currently extends to the Kindle Fire HD and to the Nintendo Wii U, but it seems likely that Amazon will add other touch-enabled devices as supported content continues to grow. Source: Slash GearPosted Wed Mar 27, 2013 at 10:00 AM PDT by:
