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Netflix Original Series 'House of Cards' Has Officially Debuted[teaser]The company is offering the first episode free to non-members, hoping that taste will be enough to convert them. [/teaser] It's now time to find out whether or not the gamble that Netflix has taken will pay off. Though there has already been original content on the show, it's been nothing on the scale of 'House of Cards,' on which the company is resting a great deal of hope. The entire first season of 'House of Cards' is now available to watch on Netflix, which means you can knock out the whole series in one marathon session if that's your style. Non-members can access the first episode for free and get a sample of what the new series is like, but you'll have to sign up to watch the rest. 'House of Cards' is the first of two big series hitting Netflix this year, the second being a new season of 'Arrested Development' which arrives in May. Source: EngadgetPosted Mon Feb 4, 2013 at 07:00 AM PST by: -
HDD Deal of the Week: Save Up to Sixty Percent on Select Romance Blu-rays at Amazon[teaser]Stock up for Valentine's Day with a dozen romantic Blu-rays to choose from this week at Amazon![/teaser] For a limited time only, Amazon's Valentine's Day Sale has some great deals on select Blu-rays. Some highlights in this sale include 'The Princess Bride: 25th Anniversary Edition' for $7.99 (60% off), 'You've Got Mail' for $6.99 (53% off), and more! Click here to browse the selection of titles and this offer is in effect now through February 10.Posted Sun Feb 3, 2013 at 10:08 AM PST by: -
Bonus View Digest - February 1, 2012[teaser]January is over and February is here, but that doesn't mean it's any warmer! So bundle up in your blanket, get a warm cup of Joe, and join us for some exclusive Bonus View content, because, let's be honest, going outside is not an option.[/teaser] Sundance Film Festival Aaron is back from Utah's premiere film festival. Over the next week or so his reviews will continue to be published on the blog. This week we published reviews for Shane Carruth's anticipated 'Upstream Color'; Joseph Gordon-Levitt's directorial debut 'Don Jon's Addiction'; the controversial film 'Escape from Tomorrow' which was filmed entirely at Disneyland and Disney World without Disney's permission; the frightening 'Blue Caprice'; a documentary about the ills of America's illegal immigration issues in 'Who is Dayani Cristal? '; Jeremy Scahill's journey into uncovering U.S. military abuses of power in 'Dirty Wars'; the sexual adventures of a lesbian housewife conked in the head by a softball in 'Concussion'; and finally, Aaron's favorite movie of the festival, the unconscionably sad 'Fruitvale.' Keep an eye out in the coming days for more Sundance reviews. Blu-ray News There were some interesting releases this week, including a 25th Anniversary set of 'Die Hard,' the hilarious 'Seven Psychopaths,' and the overtly dramatic Downton Abbey: Season 3.' Want to know what else was released this week? Take a gander at Josh's weekly Blu-ray Highlights column to see if you missed anything that you wanted to buy. Theatrical News Director Steven Soderbergh has announced that he's going to retire, again. Does he mean it for real this time? For the theatrical releases hitting cinemas this weekend you can check out Bryan Kluger's thoughts. See his reviews for the zombie love story 'Warm Bodies' and Stallone's 'Bullet to the Head' to see if they're worth your time. The big news of the week was that J.J. Abrams signed on to direct the next 'Star Wars' movie. What do you think of the decision? Let us know in the poll. TV Recaps The only television recap we had this week was for the new serial killer thriller on Fox starring Kevin Bacon called 'The Following.' Josh reviewed the pilot episode to give you an idea of whether or not you should be watching this new show. Special Features We already covered the Mid-Week Poll above with J.J. Abrams directing 'Star Wars'. For the Weekend Roundtable we wondered "How did this movie get made?" Movies that completely baffle us as to how they were successfully pitched to a studio. What are some of the films you'd list? Let us know in the comments. That's it for this week at The Bonus View. Hopefully, you had a warm January. Don't worry, we'll all make it through February together.Posted Fri Feb 1, 2013 at 12:30 PM PST by: -
Weekend Roundtable: I'm Too Old for This Sh--Each pushing 70 years of age, both Arnold Schwarzenegger and Sylvester Stallone have new action movies in theaters this year. In this week's Roundtable, we discuss other ridiculous examples of over-the-hill actors and actresses trying to relive past glory when they probably should just call it a day. Join our conversation in the blog today.Posted Fri Feb 1, 2013 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
'Killing Them Softly' Blu-ray Announced and Detailed[teaser]The gangster flick written and directed by Andrew Dominik ('The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford') puts a hit on Blu-ray this March. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Starz/Anchor Bay is working on 'Killing Them Softly' for Blu-ray on March 26. Brad Pitt delivers an explosive performance as Jackie Cogan, an enforcer for the Mob in Andrew Dominik’s gritty yet stylish crime thriller 'Killing Them Softly.' Cogan must restore order in the criminal economy after a Mob protected card game is heisted by a group of inexperienced crooks. Brad Pitt stars along with Richard Jenkins, James Gandolfini, Ray Liotta, Scoot McNairy, Ben Mendelsohn, Vincent Curatola, Max Casella, Trevor Long, Slaine and Sam Shepard. Todd McCarthy of The Hollywood Reporter called 'Killing Them Softly,' "A juicy, bloody, grimy crime drama that satisfies!" Rolling Stone film critic, Peter Travers wrote, "The acting is aces, especially Pitt mixing it up with the superb James Gandolfini...They make this movie a potently nasty provocation." In his review for The Telegraph, Tim Robey called the film, “An electrifying thriller!” The Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include deleted scenes and a making-of featurette. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $39.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Killing Them Softly' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under March 26.Posted Fri Feb 1, 2013 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
'NFL Super Bowl XLVII Champions' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]Are you ready for some more football on Blu-ray this March? [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Vivendi has announced 'NFL Super Bowl XLVII Champions' for Blu-ray on March 5. With its award-winning video and cinematography, NFL Films captures the non-stop action-packed season, playoff and Super Bowl XLVII highlights and behind-the-scenes footage every die-hard fan loves to see. The Super Bowl XLVII Champions film allows fans to relive the incredible journey of their favorite team from opening kickoff, through the regular season and playoffs and finally culminating with the glorious Super Bowl victory in New Orleans. For the first time ever on an NFL release, the Super Bowl XLVII Champions Blu-ray contains BD-Live, an internet-connected feature offering fans access to exclusive bonus content, sneak-peeks and more features from NFL Films. Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements include: 2012 NFL Shots of the Year; 2012 NFL Players Wired for Sound; 2012 NFL Coaches Wired for Sound; Super Bowl Media Day; Super Bowl Post-Game Ceremonies; Coaches and Player Interviews; and BD-Live Exclusive Content. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $34.98. You can find the latest specs for 'NFL Super Bowl XLVII Champions' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under March 5.Posted Fri Feb 1, 2013 at 08:00 AM PST by: -
'Woochi: The Demon Slayer' Blu-ray Dated and Detailed[teaser]One of the biggest box-office smashes in Korean cinema history will debut on Blu-ray in North America this April. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Shout Factory will release 'Woochi: The Demon Slayer' on Blu-ray on April 9. This fantasy-action blockbuster based on a Korean folktale broke all box-office records in Korea in 2009. Jeon Woo-chi, an undisciplined, womanizing wizard unjustly accused of the death of his master, is trapped inside an ancient scroll until he is set free in 2009 by the wizards that imprisoned him to help fight against evil goblins that have taken over present-day Korea. The only problem is that Woo-chi is more interested in his new modern home – and the women of Korea – than becoming a hero. Will he be the savior of mankind? The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include "Making-of” Featurette, Deleted Scenes, Production Featurettes, The Magic Of CGI, And More… Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $26.97. You can find the latest specs for 'Woochi: The Demon Slayer' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under April 9.Posted Fri Feb 1, 2013 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
'Cloud Atlas' Blu-ray Delayed[teaser]Word around the net is that the epic blockbuster based on the New York Times best-selling novel written by David Mitchell won't arrive on Blu-ray now until June.[/teaser] As previously reported, Warner Brothers scheduled 'Cloud Atlas' for Blu-ray on February 5, but now it seems the movie won't hit Blu-ray until June 11. Future. Present. Past. Everything is connected. An exploration of how the actions of individual lives impact one another in the past, present and future, as one soul is shaped from a killer into a hero, and an act of kindness ripples across centuries to inspire a revolution.The story is a time-shifting weave of six interlinking narratives, with diverse settings from the savagery of a Pacific Island in the 1850s to a dystopian Korea of the near future. Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray/DVD/Ultraviolet combo is $35.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Cloud Atlas' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under June 11.Posted Thu Jan 31, 2013 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
A Revamped Apple TV is On the Way[teaser]The new device is a touch smaller and features a new processor and antenna. [/teaser] The folks at Apple just passed a new version of their Apple TV through the FCC and there are a few changes that are worth taking a look at. The newest iteration of the device is about 4.5mm smaller than the previous version and utilizes some different components. According to the filing, the new Apple TV utilizes a single antenna for Wi-Fi, which is standard for Apple now. It also reveals an updated version of the A5X processor that's used in the current version of the Apple TV. Apple says that this is simply a component update to the device, but the new model number and new specs are intriguing nonetheless. Source: EngadgetPosted Thu Jan 31, 2013 at 11:00 AM PST by: -
'From Beyond: Collector's Edition' Blu-ray Detailed[teaser]Full details are in for the cult horror flick based on a short story by H.P. Lovecraft coming to Blu-ray in March. [/teaser] As previously reported, Scream Factory is working on 'From Beyond: Collector's Edition' for Blu-ray on March 26. After inventing a way for creatures from the fourth dimension to come into his own world, Dr. Edward Pretorious (Ted Sorel) suffers a gruesome decapitation at the hands of those he brought "from beyond." But authorities suspect his assistant (Jeffrey Combs) is to blame. Barbara Crampton co-stars as a beautiful psychiatrist brought in to help police solve the case in this classic 1980s thriller based on a short story by H.P. Lovecraft. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack, and supplements will include: Audio Commentary with director Stuart Gordon and the cast; THE DIRECTOR'S PERSPECTIVE - interview with Stuart Gordon; THE EDITING ROOM: LOST AND FOUND - Gordon Stuart and MGM restoration team interview; Interview with composer Richard Band; Storyboard to Film Comparisons with Introduction; and Two photo galleries. The release will also be packed with many new supplements including: Audio Commentary with writer Denis Paoli; MULTIPLE DIMENSIONS - A look at the film's extensive Make-Up & Creature Effects with Special Effects Creators John Buechler, Anthony Doublin, John Naulin, and Mark Shostrom (20 mins); PAGING DR. MCMICHAELS - An interview with Actress Barbara Crampton (15 mins); A TORTURED SOUL - An interview with Actor Jeffrey Combs (15 mins); and AN EMPIRE PRODUCTION - An interview with Executive Producer Charles Band (5 mins). Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.93. You can find the latest specs for 'From Beyond: Collector's Edition' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under March 26.Posted Thu Jan 31, 2013 at 10:00 AM PST by:
