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'Electra Glide in Blue' Dated for Blu-ray[teaser]The 1973 police corruption drama starring Robert Blake will investigate Blu-ray in June. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Shout Factory is working on 'Electra Glide in Blue' for Blu-ray on June 4. The only thing good-hearted motorcycle cop John Wintergreen (Robert Blake) wants is to become a detective...to wear a big Stetson, smoke fancy cigars and be paid to think. So when he stumbles upon a dead body, he takes on the case-and proves his stuff! But as soon as he's promoted, the corruption he must tolerate makes the Stetson not fit so well and the cigars not taste so good. Forced to confront his own disillusionment, Wintergreen heads out on his bike, the Electra Glide, where he makes another shocking discovery that could cost him his life. . Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $19.97. You can find the latest specs for 'Electra Glide in Blue' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under June 4.Posted Wed Mar 13, 2013 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
'Empire of Silver' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]Christina Yao's Special Jury Award winner at the 2009 Shanghai Film Festival is planned for Blu-ray next month. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, NeoClassics is working on 'Empire of Silver' for Blu-ray on April 16. China, 1899. In a land of exquisite beauty and timeless tradition a hedonistic young man known as 'Third Master' is the heir to a banking empire he cares little about. However, after his brother's wife is kidnapped he reluctantly submits to the pressure of his title as well as his overbearing father, Lord Kang. Lord Kang is determined to prepare his son for financial leadership by molding Third Master into his own image. The ruthless businessman's unethical practices do not sit well with Third Master, who sees the salvation of his country in the redistribution of its massive silver cache. The tense relationship is further complicated by Third Master's undying love for his beautiful young stepmother, his first and only love stolen from him by his own father. The fate of the country and it's most powerful family now lies with one idealistic young man torn between the needs of the people, the greed of his father, and the undying love of woman. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements haven't been revealed yet. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $34.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Empire of Silver' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under April 16.Posted Wed Mar 13, 2013 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'Ninja III: The Domination' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The 1984 cult classic will possess Blu-ray this summer. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Scream Factory has slated 'Ninja III: The Domination' for Blu-ray on June 11. Aerobic instructor Christie Ryder (Lucinda Dickey – 'Breakin’, 'Breakin’ 2: Electric Boogaloo') becomes possessed by the spirit of an evil ninja when she comes to his aid after being shot down. Dominated by the killer’s vicious and relentless rage, she sets out to brutally attack his enemies. Her boyfriend, confused by Christie’s changing personality and afraid that he might be her next victim, enlists the aid of Yamada (Shô Kosugi – 'Enter the Ninja,' 'Revenge of the Ninja'), the quintessential martial arts hero. In a life-threatening exorcism and ultimate fight to the death, Yamada proves that he is Christie’s only chance for survival. For only a ninja can kill another ninja! The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 soundtrack, and supplements are still in development. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $26.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Ninja III: The Domination' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under June 11.Posted Tue Mar 12, 2013 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
'Shoot first, Die Later' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]Fernando Di Leo's 1974 crime drama is bound for Blu-ray in May. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, RaroVideo is working on 'Shoot first, Die Later' for Blu-ray on May 28. Desperately sought after and never before released worldwide Rarovideo is proud to be releasing the tough, exciting, dramatically potent, well acted and action packed film, 'Shoot first, Die Later' which is known as one of the most impressive Italian crime/police movies ever made. Luc Merenda gives the performance of his career as a highly regarded police detective who is taking syndicate money in exchange for departmental favors. His father, a simple man, also works for the department but on a lower rung; he isn't jealous of his son, but rather proud of him, little knowing that he's a crooked cop. A series of events leads the young detective to ask his father for a favor (he wants a certain police report that is desired by the syndicate) and it doesn't take long for the detective's father to realize his son is on the take... which leads to numerous complications. . Specs have yet to be revealed, but the release will have a new HD transfer from the original 35mm negative print and supplements will include: Original trailer; A fully illustrated booklet; Documentary - The Master of the Game (Il Padrone del Gioco); and Documentary - The Second Round of the Game (La seconda mano del gioco). Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $24.95. You can find the latest specs for 'Shoot first, Die Later' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under May 28.Posted Tue Mar 12, 2013 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
Tributaries Offers New HDMI Cables For Long and Expensive Runs[teaser] IHEC-X cables can take 1080p up to 98 feet. [/teaser] Tributaries Cable, a small firm out of Orlando, Florida, has updated its IHEC (HDMI Ethernet Channel) cables and added an IHEC-X cable for long-distance runs. These new cables contain long length IHEC and a HX102 cable extender, which is powered through a 5volt USB cable. The IHEC-X is said to extends 12-bit/color 1080p up to 98 feet using 24AWG HDMI cable, while an 8-bit/color 1080i signal can be taken up to 130 feet. The updated IHEC cables have updated conductors, connector shielding, and a stronger connector design. The cables themselves have the companies Full Body Armor protective coating, both to ensure that digital signal is not interfered with at a frequency level and also at a physical one. According to TWICE, the IHEC cables range in price $400 to $1,250, and the IHEC-X ranges from $735 to $1,385. While expensive cables are the butt of many a joke, especially when involving a digital signal, HDMI cable runs beyond 20 feet are typically problematic, and that is before incorporating theses cable supported Ethernet, 3D, Ultra HD and ARC. Source: TWICEPosted Tue Mar 12, 2013 at 09:00 AM PDT by: -
'The Ultimate Gangsters Collection Contemporary' and 'The Ultimate Gangsters Collection Classic' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]Two boxed sets of fantastic gangster films will be packing heat on Blu-ray this May! [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Brothers has slated 'The Ultimate Gangsters Collection Contemporary' and 'The Ultimate Gangsters Collection Classic' for Blu-ray on May 21. The Contemporary Collection is a 5-disc set with five crime films that include Martin Scorsese’s 'GoodFellas,' 'The Departed' and 'Mean Streets;' 'Heat,' starring Al Pacino, Robert De Niro and Val Kilmer; and Paramount’s 'The Untouchables' with Kevin Costner, De Niro and Sean Connery. The four films in the Classic Collection have been remastered for their Blu-ray debuts. They include 'The Public Enemy' and 'White Heat' with the legendary performances of James Cagney; 'Little Caesar' with Edward G. Robinson as hoodlum Rico Bandello; and 'The Petrified Forest' starring Humphrey Bogart, Bette Davis and Leslie Howard. The collection includes a feature-length documentary Public Enemies: The Golden Age of the Gangster Drama which explores the development of the crime genre and the rise of Warner stars like Cagney, Bogart and Robinson. Also discussed are directors such as Walsh, Wellman and Curtiz; the films themselves; their influence on filmmakers worldwide; and Warner’s impact in establishing the genre. These two collections are being released in tribute to the films that remain a cornerstone in the legacy of Warner Bros. Major Hollywood studios in the ‘30s and ‘40s were each known for their distinctive styles (MGM for its musicals, Universal for its horror films, etc.). Warner Bros. was best known for firmly establishing the genre which contained socially conscious themes and a simple visual look (low key lighting and sparse sets). Nowhere were these elements more prominent than in the films featured in the Classic Edition, with the Contemporary Edition showing how a new generation of crime drama has been established. Both Ultimate Gangster Collection: Classic and Ultimate Gangster Collection: Contemporary will include 32-page booklets with images and additional information about each film. Each of the two Collections will be offered at $49.99 SRP. The titles in the Classic Collection will be available individually as well. Each single will sell for $19.98 SRP. You can find the latest specs for 'The Ultimate Gangsters Collection Contemporary' and 'The Ultimate Gangsters Collection Classic' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where they're indexed under May 21.Posted Tue Mar 12, 2013 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
ViewSonic Wants to Project HD in Your Home[teaser]The ViewSonic Pro8520HD offers 5000 Lumens at 1080p.[/teaser] ViewSonic has just added two projectors to its lineup, the Pro8520HD and the Pro8600. While both models have application in the commercial space with their filter-less design, Eco-mode, HDMI, Wireless, and LAN connectivity, and DLP design, the Pro8520HD is undoubtedly the serious home theater option. The Pro8520HD features a 10-bit video processor, a 1080p native resolution, and a 5000 Lumens brightness, that when combined with ViewSonic's BrilliantColor technology makes for a high-end projector, but at much more accessible price than even ViewSonic's own Pro9000. In addition, Eco-mode is advertised as able to extend bulb life by 50 percent and up to 3,000 hours with only a 20 percent drop in brightness. Several other aspects of ViewSonic's commercial applications should ensure the reliability, color quality, and maintenance of the unit to the degree that the investment will last for years and years. The Pro8520HD has been set at $2099.00 and can be ordered here. Source: ViewSonicPosted Tue Mar 12, 2013 at 07:00 AM PDT by: -
Ouya Console Will Launch Without Several Online Features[teaser]Online multiplayer will be in place, but no friend lists. [/teaser] As the Ouya nears the time when it will ship to backers ahead of its June retail release, details have emerged from SXSW about the state of the system's online functionality. As an Android device, several features expected from a console or PC gaming client still need to be implemented, namely online multiplayer. Fortunately, the company has clarified the initial reports by stating that online multiplayer will be available at launch on a per title basis. Online multiplayer functionality needs to be implemented on the developer side, suggesting that at least a smattering of titles with an Ouya focus will be ready at launch. Sadly though, features such as online chat, friends lists, and achievements are not expected to make the system's launch but are mentioned as coming online later this year. Once the Ouya backend is in place for systems like achievements, developers will need to update each title in order for players to experience the functionality. Amid all the talk of online play was also the mention of local multiplayer, which should be more prevalent on the Ouya than any other current Android flavor. The Ouya has a release date set for the month of June and can be pre-ordered here. Source: The VergePosted Tue Mar 12, 2013 at 06:30 AM PDT by: -
Disneynature's 'Wings of Life' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]Celebrate Earth Day with another Disneynature documentary coming to Blu-ray this April.[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Disneynature will be bringing 'Wings of Life' to high-definition on April 16. From Disneynature, the studio that brought you 'Earth,' 'Oceans,' 'African Cats' and 'Chimpanzee,' comes 'Wings of Life' — a stunning adventure full of intrigue, drama and mesmerizing beauty. Narrated by Meryl Streep, this intimate and unprecedented look at butterflies, hummingbirds, bees, bats and flowers is a celebration of life, as a third of the world’s food supply depends on these incredible — and increasingly threatened — creatures. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Louie Schwartzberg, 'Wings of Life' utilizes riveting high-speed, time lapse and macro filmmaking to showcase in spectacular detail these unsung heroes of our planet. "In the chaos and craziness of our day-to-day lives, few of us stop to consider what’s happening behind the scenes in nature that makes our lives possible,” said Streep. “This film is a stunning adventure that literally takes flight alongside all kinds of winged creatures—butterflies, bees and bats—each working hard to pollinate our planet.”Said Schwartzberg, “For me, the joy of doing this film is to be able to explore worlds that humans can’t easily experience—bats sipping nectar in the middle of the desert at night, orchid bees expertly manipulated by a bucket orchid, exotic hummingbirds flying like airborne dancers, and a clustering monarch colony with millions of butterflies. I hope to share the spectacle of nature and to spark in others the sense of wonder I have about the natural world.” Employing multiple cameras, both time-lapse and high-speed cinematography and extraordinary patience (while nature took its time unfolding), filmmakers shot on location in more than a dozen areas, ranging from the El Rosario Preserve in Michoacán, Mexico, to Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument Park in Arizona. “Wings of Life” features extraordinary imagery shot with digital cameras—one capable of frame rates of up to 1500 frames per second, and the use of a pinhole lens, which allowed the cameraman to get within millimeters of an insect subject while retaining a clear view of the background. The resulting imagery—intimate and breathtaking—is brought to life for audiences through spectacular high-definition picture and sound quality. To celebrate the debut of “Wings of Life,” Disneynature has made a contribution to the Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund (DWCF) to protect pollinators worldwide. The DWCF has already supported more than 20 projects across North America focused on protecting pollinators and their habitats. Grants have helped conservationists save endangered butterflies, expand habitat for honeybees and educate children about the importance of pollinators and how they can help protect them. The Blu-ray/DVD combo pack will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include a sneak peek at Disneynature’s 2014 big-screen adventure “Bears.” In an epic story of breathtaking scale set against a majestic Alaskan backdrop teeming with life, the film, which is currently in production, follows two mother grizzly bears as they impart life lessons to their impressionable young cubs. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray/DVD combo pack is $39.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Wings of Life' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under April 16.Posted Tue Mar 12, 2013 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'The Howling: Collector's Edition' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The 1981 werewolf classic directed by Joe Dante ('Gremlins') will tear Blu-ray to shreds in June. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Scream Factory has scheduled 'The Howling: Collector's Edition' for Blu-ray on June 18. Severely shaken after a near-fatal encounter with a serial killer, TV newscaster Karen White (Dee Wallace) takes some much-needed time off. Hoping to conquer her inner demons, she heads for "the Colony," a secluded retreat where her new neighbors are just a tad too eager to make her feel at home. Also, there seems to be a bizarre link between her would-be attacker and this supposedly safe haven. And when, after nights of being tormented by savage shrieks and unearthly cries, Karen ventures into the forest to find answers, she makes a terrifying discovery. Now she must fight not only for her life... but for her very soul! The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include: Audio Commentary With Director Joe Dante And Actors Dee Wallace, Christopher Stone and Robert Picardo; Unleashing the Beast: The Making Of The Howling Multi-part Documentary; Deleted Scenes And Outtakes; Making Of A Monster: Inside The Howling Documentary; Horror’s Hallowed Grounds – A Look At The Film’s Locations; Photo Gallery; Theatrical Trailers; and Much More!. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.93. You can find the latest specs for 'The Howling: Collector's Edition' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under June 18.Posted Mon Mar 11, 2013 at 01:00 PM PDT by:
