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'Skyfall' Blu-ray Cover Art Revealed[teaser]There's no date or info yet, but you can catch an early glimpse at the preliminary artwork for the latest James Bond flick bound for Blu-ray sometime in 2013. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, it seems MGM is already preparing 'Skyfall' for Blu-ray release in the new year. The third outing for Daniel Craig as secret agent 007 co-stars Javier Bardem with Judi Dench once again returning as M. The movie is directed by Sam Mendes. The preliminary artwork has been posted on Amazon (note that it still might change on the final product): You can find the latest specs for 'Skyfall' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under PENDING.Posted Tue Nov 20, 2012 at 01:00 PM PST by: -
'Game of Thrones: The Complete Second Season' Blu-ray Dated and Detailed![teaser]The second season of the acclaimed series based on George R.R. Martin's best-selling novels will arrive on Blu-ray this February! [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, HBO is readying 'Game of Thrones: The Complete Second Season' for Blu-ray on February 19. The second season of 'Game of Thrones' was nominated for 11 2012 Emmy® awards (including Outstanding Drama Series) winning six. In this season, the coveted Iron Throne is occupied by cruel young Joffrey Baratheon, counseled by his conniving mother Cersei and his uncle Tyrion, who has been appointed Hand of the King. However, the Lannister hold on the Throne is under assault on many fronts. Robb Stark seeks autonomy in the North and has taken Cersei's brother Jaime prisoner in battle. Daenerys Targaryen looks to shore up her depleted power in the East with her three newborn dragons. Stannis Baratheon rejects Joffrey's legitimacy and aligns with a powerful priestess to raise a naval attack while his brother Renly has maintained his own claim since fleeing King's Landing. North of the Wall a new leader is rising among the wildlings adding new perils for Jon Snow and the Night's Watch. The 5-Disc Blu-ray set will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include: Creating the Battle of Blackwater Bay - See how the epic Battle of Blackwater Bay was brought to life in this exclusive, in-depth, behind-the-scenes look at the climatic episode. The 30 minute feature showcases never-before-seen interviews with cast and crew; Game of Thrones: Inner Circle - Actors Emilia Clarke, Kit Harington, Lena Headey, Michelle Fairley and Liam Cunningham talk in detail about their experiences shooting season two in this roundtable discussion moderated by executive producers David Benioff and D.B. Weiss; The Religions of Westeros - Hear author George R.R. Martin, David Benioff and D.B. Weiss discuss the competing religions in the series and how they influence the various characters in Westeros and beyond; Character Profiles - Profiles of seven major characters as described by the actors portraying them including Renly Baratheon, Stannis Baratheon, Robb Stark, Theon Greyjoy and more; Audio Commentaries - 12 commentaries with cast and crew including David Benioff, D.B. Weiss, George R.R. Martin, Emilia Clarke, Peter Dinklage, Kit Harington and more. Blu-ray exclusives include: War of the Five Kings - Track the claims, strategies and key players involved in the battle for the Iron Throne with this interactive guide that follows the movements of various armies detailing their victories and defeats; Histories & Lore - 19 animated histories detailing the mythology of Westeros and Essos as told from the varying perspectives of the characters themselves and featuring, in-part, illustrations from Game of Thrones storyboard artist Will Simpson; In-Episode Guide - In-feature resource that provides background information about on-screen characters, locations and relevant histories; and Hidden Dragon Eggs - Find the hidden dragon eggs to uncover even more never-before-seen content. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is set at $79.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Game of Thrones: The Complete Second Season' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 19.Posted Tue Nov 20, 2012 at 12:30 PM PST by: -
Save $5 on 'Santa Paws 2: The Santa Pups' on Blu-ray[teaser]Another coupon is here this time to save $5 on the puppy-proofed holiday sequel arriving on Blu-ray this week! [/teaser] Disney has released a coupon offer to save $5 on 'Santa Paws 2: The Santa Pups' Blu-ray available on November 20. An all-new Disney holiday classic is born -- 'Santa Paws 2: The Santa Pups.' Starring a brand-new litter of the cutest talking pups ever -- Hope, Jingle, Charity and Noble -- it's perfect for the whole family. When Mrs. Claus travels to Pineville, the playful Santa Pups stow away on her sled. Taking mischief to a whole new level, they begin granting joyful wishes to Pineville's boys and girls, but something goes terribly wrong -- the Christmas spirit begins to disappear. Now the Santa Pups and Mrs. Claus must race to save Christmas around the world. From the creators of 'Disney Buddies,' this magical, heartwarming tale is brimming with hope, cheer and Christmas spirit. Simply visit this page to print out your coupon from the Disney Movie Rewards website. This coupon is valid in the United States and Canada only and the offer expires November 25.Posted Tue Nov 20, 2012 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
Sony’s UHDTV Comes with 4K Content Packed In[teaser]The company promises “full length feature Hollywood productions” available to watch in 4K on day one. [/teaser] If you’re going to be dropping $25,000 on a UHDTV, you’re going to want something to watch on it. The Sony Blog talks about this in reference to their new XBR-84X900 and there are a few solutions. The first is, of course, upscaling. The second is waiting until content already shot in 4K is broadcast in 4K. But what’s really interesting is that some 4K content is going to come pre-loaded on the TV itself. “Not some goofy 4K content shot as a demo,” writes Sony blogger Ray Hartjen. “I’m talking full length feature Hollywood productions, and available exclusively to purchasers of Sony’s 84” 4K Ultra HD TV.” Hartjen says that more about this content will be revealed after Thanksgiving. Source: Sony Blog (via Engadget)Posted Tue Nov 20, 2012 at 11:00 AM PST by: -
'Chronicle of a Summer' Announced and Detailed for Blu-ray[teaser]The 1961 French film from anthropologist Jean Rouch and sociologist Edgar Morin heads to Blu-ray in February. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Criterion will be bringing 'Chronicle of a Summer' to Blu-ray on February 26. The fascinating result of a collaboration between filmmakers Jean Rouch and Edgar Morin, this vanguard work of what Morin would term cinéma verité is a brilliantly conceived and realized sociopolitical diagnosis of the early sixties in France. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, an uncompressed mono soundtrack, and supplements include: Un été + 50 (2011), a seventy-three-minute documentary featuring outtakes and new interviews with codirector Edgar Morin and some of the film's subjects; Archival interviews with codirector Jean Rouch and Marceline Loridan, one of the film's subjects; New interview with anthropology professor Faye Ginsburg, organizer of several Rouch retrospectives; and a booklet featuring an essay by scholar Sam Di Iorio. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $39.95. You can find the latest specs for 'Chronicle of a Summer' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 26.Posted Tue Nov 20, 2012 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
Best Buy Loses $13 Million in Third Quarter of 2012[teaser]Compared to the $173 million in profits last year at this time, Best Buy is in bad shape. [/teaser] Best Buy has been struggling for some time thanks to online competitors which are able to give customers products cheaper, without tax, and, often in the case of preorders, in the same amount of time. The folks at Best Buy say that this major loss a sort of a kick in the pants. CEO Hubert Joly says that the company’s performance this quarter was “clearly unsatisfactory.” “The results we are reporting today only strengthen our sense of urgency and purpose,” he adds. The holiday season is historically a good one for Best Buy, and there’s certainly an expectation of success out of Christmas sales. That, combined with a new initiative to reinvigorate the company, should help to get Best Buy back up and running. Source: TWICEPosted Tue Nov 20, 2012 at 09:00 AM PST by: -
'The Ballad of Narayama' Blu-ray Dated and Detailed[teaser]The 1958 Japanese film has been fully restored for Blu-ray this February. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, the Criterion Collection is working on 'The Ballad of Narayama' for Blu-ray on February 5. Filmed almost entirely on cunningly designed studio sets, in brilliant color and widescreen, 'The Ballad of Narayama' is a stylish and vividly formal work from Japan’s cinematic golden age, directed by the dynamic Keisuke Kinoshita. The Blu-ray will feature a new 4K digital master from the 2011 restoration, an uncompressed monaural soundtrack, and supplements will include a trailer, teaser, and a booklet featuring an essay by critic Philip Kemp. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.95. You can find the latest specs for 'The Ballad of Narayama' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 5.Posted Tue Nov 20, 2012 at 08:00 AM PST by: -
'Seven Psychopaths' Blu-ray Dated and Detailed[teaser]Martin McDonagh's offbeat crime comedy will be heading to Blu-ray in January. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Sony has set 'Seven Psychopaths' for Blu-ray on January 29. A struggling screenwriter inadvertently becomes entangled in the Los Angeles criminal underworld after his oddball friends kidnap a gangster's beloved Shih Tzu. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include: Martin McDonagh's Seven Psychopaths; Colin Farrell is Marty; Woody Harrelson is Charlie; Crazy Locations; Seven Psychocats; and Layers. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray will be $35.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Seven Psychopaths' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under January 29.Posted Tue Nov 20, 2012 at 06:45 AM PST by: -
'The Electric Chair,' 'The Nail Gun Massacre,' and 'Just Before Dawn' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]Three cult films are on their way to Blu-ray in the new year. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Code Red has revealed that their first Blu-ray titles will be 'The Electric Chair,' 'The Nail Gun Massacre,' and 'Just Before Dawn' releasing sometime in 2013. Specs, supplements, release dates, and suggested list prices have yet to be detailed. You can find the latest specs for 'The Electric Chair,' 'The Nail Gun Massacre,' and 'Just Before Dawn' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where they're indexed under PENDING.Posted Tue Nov 20, 2012 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
'Looper' Blu-ray Detailed[teaser]One of the best reviewed films of the year has now been fully detailed for Blu-ray! [/teaser] As previously reported, Sony will be releasing 'Looper' on Blu-ray on December 31. Rian Johnson's time travel thriller stars Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Bruce Willis, Emily Blunt, and Jeff Daniels and currently holds a 93% fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The Blu-ray/Ultraviolet package will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include: Commentry with Actors Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Emily Blunt and Director Rian Johnson; Deleted Scenes with Rian Johnson Commentary; Looper Animated Trailer; Scoring Looper Time Machine; Scoring Looper A Day In The Life; Scoring Looper Revelations; Abe Gathers the Troops test; Evil Demon Golf Ball From Hell (EASTER EGG); and the Blu-ray exclusive The Science of Time Travel; and 17 Additional Deleted Scenes with Rian Johnson Commentary. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray will be $35.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Looper' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under December 31.Posted Mon Nov 19, 2012 at 02:25 PM PST by:
