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3net Will Launch the First 4K TV Series[teaser]The folks behind the first 24 hour 3D channel will be going UHD. [/teaser] 3net is a channel that caters specifically to early adopters. Its first customers were the folks that jumped on 3D TVs when they first launched. There wasn't much in terms of content right off the bat, but 3net was there to provide it. The Sony/Discovery/IMAX joint venture is now going to be kicking things up to UHD with both live action and animated projects presented in native 4K. Among these is a show called 'Space' which will be presented in 3D 4K, 2D 4K, 3D 2K, 3D HD and 2D HD – 3net is referring to that as TotalD. The show will showcase, well, space, and is the first series to be made specifically with 4k in mind. "Today’s announcement marks an important first step in our ongoing mission to meet the increasing global demand for high-quality, original 3D and 4K television content head on," says CEO Tom Cosgrove. "We’re proud of the diverse initial slate of live-action and animated series we have created and look forward to expanding it as 3net Studios finalizes its full 2013 development schedule." Source: Home Media MagazinePosted Thu Nov 15, 2012 at 11:00 AM PST by: -
'Santa Claus Conquers the Martians' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]Ho! Ho! Ho! The 1964 ultra-guilty pleasure will be climbing down Blu-ray's chimney in December! [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Kino Video says 'Santa Claus Conquers the Martians' will hit Blu-ray on December 4. A film this bad has never looked so good! Horizon Movies proudly presents a fully restored edition (from HD elements) of the notorious holiday classic. The Martians are irked that their children spend so much time watching TV shows from Earth that sing the praises of Santa Claus, so they decide to make a trek to the planet to capture Mr. Claus. During their mission, they also abduct two children who lead the aliens to the North Pole and Santa. The Martians take all three earthlings back to Mars, where, with the help of a native, they manage to spread Christmas cheer throughout the red planet. 'Santa Claus Conquers the Martians' took on newfound fame in the 1990's after being featured on "Mystery Science Theater 3000 'and became a holiday staple on Comedy Central in the years following its 1991 premiere, becoming one of the series' most popular episodes. It has since found new life again in the 2000's, having been riffed by Cinematic Titanic, which includes former cast members from "MST3K," as of November 2008. Scenes from the movie were also used in both Comedy Central's ''A Colbert Christmas'' and ''Eloise at Christmastime''. Specs have yet to be revealed, but special features include: ''The Retro Holiday Film Festival'' that includes Vintage Max Fleischer Holiday Cartoons, Seasons Greetings from Classic TV Stars, Howdy Doody's Christmas Story, Rare, Remastered Holiday Commercials and much, much more! Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $24.95. You can find the latest specs for 'Santa Claus Conquers the Martians' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under December 4.Posted Thu Nov 15, 2012 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
HDD Deal of the Day: 'The Lord of the Rings: Extended Editions' Blu-ray $43.49 at Amazon[teaser]The precioussssss Blu-ray set is once again on sale today only at Amazon! [/teaser] Amazon is selling 'The Lord of the Rings: The Motion Picture Trilogy - Limited Edition Extended Editions' for $43.49 (64% off the suggested list price) Click here to visit the sale page and be sure to stock up for the holidays!Posted Thu Nov 15, 2012 at 08:50 AM PST by: -
'TerrorVision / The Video Dead' Blu-ray Date Correction[teaser]The TV-themed horror double feature is now on its way to high-definition at the end of February. [/teaser] As previously reported, Scream Factory is working on 'TerrorVision / The Video Dead' for Blu-ray on February 1, but the official date appears to be February 19. 'TerrorVision' - A family's new satellite TV system starts receiving signals from another planet, and soon it becomes the passageway to an alien world. 'The Video Dead' - A family takes delivery of a new TV set, unaware that it is the gateway by which killer zombies enter the world. Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, and suggested list price for the Blu-ray/DVD combo pack is $26.99. You can find the latest specs for 'TerrorVision / The Video Dead' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 19.Posted Thu Nov 15, 2012 at 08:00 AM PST by: -
'Let the Music Play: The Story of the Doobie Brothers' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The documentary on the classic band will hit Blu-ray next week. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Eagle Rock Entertainment is prepping 'Let the Music Play: The Story of the Doobie Brothers' for a high-definition release on November 20. 'Let The Music Play' is the authorized story of The Doobie Brothers from their beginnings as a biker band in California in 1970, through their breakthrough with Listen To The Music in 1972, sustained success and line-up changes in the mid-seventies and their change of musical direction and further success following the arrival of Michael McDonald in 1976. Worn out by non-stop touring and internal disagreements, the band broke up after a farewell concert in 1982. There were sporadic reunions in the eighties before the band reformed permanently in the early nineties and have continued touring and recording ever since. This new film features contributions from all the surviving key band members, their manager Bruce Cohn and long term producer Ted Templeman to tell the full story of the band's highs and lows through four decades of musical evolution. The release will include bonus live performances of: 1) Rainy Day Crossroad Blues 2) Without You 3) Listen To The Music 4) Black Water 5) Takin It To The Streets 6) Rockin Down The Highway 7) Neal's Fandango 8) Long Train Runnin 9) China Grove Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $19.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Let the Music Play: The Story of the Doobie Brothers' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under November 20.Posted Thu Nov 15, 2012 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
High-Def Digest's Holiday Gift Guide 2012: The Ultimate Blu-ray Shopping ListWith the holiday shopping season looming, and Black Friday bearing down on us, we here at High-Def Digest wanted to give you a head start on your holiday shopping. [teaser]2012 has been a stellar year for Blu-ray releases. We've seen numerous highly sought after catalog titles finally make it to the format. In an effort to ease your holiday shopping stress, High-Def Digest presents "The Ultimate Blu-ray Shopping List" for 2012. We've got everyone in your family covered here, don't worry.[/teaser] Family-Friendly Want to get the whole family together for an activity? There isn't a more effective way to capture everyone's attention than sticking in a movie that everyone can enjoy. This year has been full of family-friendly releases that will not only dazzle the little ones, but will also entertain the grownups as well. We'd be remiss if we didn't mention Pixar's latest film. 'Brave' may not be their best movie, but it certainly is entertaining. Pixar's lush animation is on full display here as the Blu-ray is sure to provide demo quality visuals. One of the most anticipated Pixar titles finally gets its Blu-ray due. 'Finding Nemo' has long been a highly sought after title and it's finally getting released on December 4th. This film is certainly worth a pre-order as it remains one of Pixar's very best movies. It's almost assuredly going to be as close to perfection as any demo-quality Blu-ray has ever been. Pixar may be the king of computer animation, but when it comes to hand drawn animation few do it better than Hayao Miyazaki. This year we saw the release of two of his great catalog titles, 'Castle in the Sky' and 'Whisper of the Heart.' Along with those wonderful releases we also got 'The Secret World of Arrietty.' It may not be directed by Miyazaki, but the screenplay is written by him and the movie has his fingerprints all over it. If you're a fan of emotion-filled storylines mixed with absolutely stunning animation then do yourself a favor and seek out a few of these Studio Ghibli titles. On the Disney side of things, the long-awaited fourth Tinker Bell movie has finally come out. After being delayed and undergoing a name change, 'Tinker Bell: Secret of the Wings' is sure fun for the entire family. It may appear to be something that only pre-teen girls will love, however, it will end up surprising you with its wonderful animation and its light, bubbly spirit. Animation not your thing? Well, there's also some really great live-action family-friendly material out there. The 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid' movies are always a light and breezy way to spend time with the family. This year the third installment in the franchise gets a release on December 18th. If you haven't seen any of these movies then make sure to pick up 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid' and 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules.' Action Junkie You've most likely got a few action junkies in the house. You may even be one yourself. It's a good thing that 2012 didn't have any shortage of action movies. This was a great year for action and it's time to jump on a few of these releases if you haven't already. Perhaps the biggest Blu-ray release this holiday season is the final chapter in Christopher Nolan's 'Batman' franchise. This is certainly one of those must-pre-order-now titles. Coming out on December 4th, 'The Dark Knight Rises,' promises to look every bit as awesome on Blu-ray as it did in the theaters. Not to mention this is going to have one rocking audio mix. Speaking of thumping audio, how could we not mention the impending release of 'The Expendables 2'? This will be the first Blu-ray to ship with DTS Neo: X, meaning if you have the equipment you'll be able to produce sound that will fill a whopping 11 channels, plus a sub-woofer. This is going to be one loud audio mix. Audiophiles should be all over this. One of the greatest action movies in years hit Blu-ray in 2012. If you haven't seen 'The Raid: Redemption' then you have missed one of the most exciting Blu-ray releases of the entire year. 'The Raid' is non-stop martial arts action from beginning to end. It's a choreographed dance of blood and carnage. Seriously, this is the pinnacle of the action genre in 2012. Whether you love action, adventure, or cinema in general there's no way you can pass up the recently released 'Indiana Jones: The Complete Adventures' collection. This is probably one of the best releases of 2012. After 'Star Wars' it was probably the most anticipated set of titles to get a Blu-ray release. Finally, they're here! If you haven't picked this set up yet, the holiday season is a perfect excuse to get it. Film Lover Not all great movies are big budget blockbusters. This year has seen its fair share of cinematic gems that didn't rake in the box office dough, but will certainly find places in the hearts of film lovers everywhere. After it premiered at Sundance earlier this year, 'Beasts of the Southern Wild' became one of the most talked about and beloved independent films of 2012. There's a reason for that. It's one of the most powerful films you'll see all year. This is a story that will challenge your emotions. Plus, the little actress Quvenzhané Wallis provides one of the year's best performances. This has truly been the year of Hitchcock. We have seen a boom in Blu-ray releases when it comes to Hitchcock's illustrious filmography. The crown jewel of these releases has to be 'Alfred Hitchcock: The Masterpiece Collection' which houses 15 of his most famous films. Released by Universal 'The Masterpiece Collection' includes first-time Blu-ray releases of 'Saboteur,' 'Shadow of a Doubt,' 'Rope,' 'Rear Window,' 'The Trouble with Harry,' 'The Man Who Knew Too Much,' 'Vertigo,' ' The Birds,' 'Marnie,' 'Torn Curtain,' 'Topaz,' 'Frenzy,' and 'Family Plot.' Also included are 'Psycho' and 'North by Northwest,' which are repurposed discs from recent standalone releases. MGM has also released a bunch of great Hitchcock movies this year. 'Notorious,' 'Rebecca ,' and 'Spellbound' can all be acquired easily. Warner Bros. has gotten in on the act releasing 'Strangers on a Train' and 'Dial M for Murder.' Speaking of fantastic Blu-ray sets, what about the 'Bond 50' set that includes all 22 Bond films? This is an enormous set that the Bond fanatic in your family is sure to enjoy. Many of the movies included are finding their way to Blu-ray for the very first time. This is a set you'll be proud to display. Even its packaging is beautiful. Looking for a more adult-oriented animated effort? 'Chico and Rita' is a beautifully animated movie with a stunningly rich soundtrack. It's sexy, sultry, and has a great love story attached to it. You may not have heard of it, but it's undoubtedly worth your time. There are many more options for the hardcore film lovers in your life. Also check out 'Moonrise Kingdom,' 'Le Havre,' 'A Separation,' and 'The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel.' 3D Enthusiast There has been no shortage of 3D releases this year. If you're looking to fire up your newly purchased 3D HDTV over the holidays then these are some of the discs you should invest in. These discs will show off your freshly acquired 3D technology. You'll be the envy of the neighborhood. We got the 2D version a while ago, but 3D owners everywhere have been anticipating the release of 'Avatar' in glorious 3D. Well, it's here and it earned top marks from our reviewer: "The 3D effects are amazing, proving that the work put into the creation of Cameron's camera system was worth its weight in gold." Another demo-quality 3D Blu-ray is 'Hugo.' Released back in February, this is a must-own for anyone with a 3D setup. Hugo's visual style is perfect for the technology and looks spectacular in three dimensions. If you don't have this disc, get it now! Computer animation usually lends itself perfectly to 3D technology. 'Arthur Christmas' is further proof of this. The beautifully simple animation takes on three dimensions like it was destined to do. The entire movie looks amazing with those glasses on. Plus, you'll be getting into the holiday spirit while watching it. It's a win-win situation for everyone. No matter what you think of Ridley Scott's latest foray into the beloved 'Alien' universe one thing is for sure, 'Prometheus' is a gorgeously filmed movie. Adding to the wonder is a spectacular 3D presentation that is sure to blow your friends away. You must own this title if you're truly looking for demo-quality 3D material. Other titles that are bound to look great on your 3D TV are 'Finding Nemo – 3D,' 'Tinker Bell: Secret of the Wings - 3D,' and 'Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted - 3D.' Have a Laugh Looking for something that will have you and your family rolling on the floor? Well, these titles are guaranteed to keep you laughing all the way through. At Nate Boss says in his review, "All 236 episodes of the much-loved sitcom have been fully remastered for Blu-ray. At $149.99 on Amazon, that comes out to a measly sixty three cents per episode. That, and the 1080p video, is priceless. 'Friends' has aged quite well since it ceased producing new episodes in 2004, and whether you're a fan of Ross, Joey, Chandler, Rachel, Phoebe, or Monica, this show doesn't work on nostalgia alone. This was, and is, a genuinely funny, touching series. As for the set, it's highly recommended." This is sure to please many of the folks on your holiday shopping list! If you are a fan of horror movies, but always like to see a well done spoof, then 'Cabin in the Woods' is for you. Written by Joss Whedon, 'Cabin in the Woods' features his trademark humor as he pokes fun at the entire genre. Because it's so serious about itself, 'Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter' is almost impossible to watch without a smile plastered on your face. This is a hilarious take on the presidency of one of our most beloved American historical figures. Lincoln beats the crap out of dozens of vampires with his silver-tipped axe. Honestly, how can you not laugh? Are you a big football fan? Do you play fantasy football? It doesn't really matter. Sure, FX's 'The League' is about a group of guys who play fantasy football together, but knowing anything about football isn't necessary. The fact is you'll laugh regardless at this irreverent show and its slew of clever potty humor. Just know that this show isn't suitable for younger audiences. Looking for some more laughs? Check out the following titles: 'Key and Peele: Season 1,' 'Magic Mike,' 'Looney Tunes: Vol. 2,' and 'School of Rock.' The holidays are a time for enjoying each other's company, and what better way to do that than with a good movie? There are plenty of 2012 Blu-ray releases that you'll be able to enjoy this holiday season. Pick up a few for the people on your list, we know they'll love them! We here at High-Def Digest would like to wish you all a very merry holiday season. Be safe and watch great movies!Posted Wed Nov 14, 2012 at 02:55 PM PST by: -
'Star Trek: Enterprise' Planned for Blu-ray in 2013![teaser]The first season of the 2001 series is expected to warp to Blu-ray in Q2 of next year and YOU can choose the packaging design! [/teaser] According to this Facebook page, Paramount/CBS is planning to release 'Star Trek: Enterprise' on Blu-ray starting with the first season in the first half of 2013. The prequel series, set 100 years before the original Star Trek, focuses on the early years of Starfleet, leading up to the formation of the Federation and the Earth-Romulan Wars. The series is set aboard the Earth ship Enterprise NX-01, captained by Jonathan Archer (Scott Bakula). The Facebook page for The Enterprise Blu-ray Project is also currently enabling fans to vote on their favorite images to be used for the packaging. Click here for complete details. Specs, supplements, and suggested list price have yet to be revealed, but as always we'll be sure to keep you posted with any new developments. You can find the latest specs for 'Star Trek: Enterprise' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where they're indexed under PENDING.Posted Wed Nov 14, 2012 at 02:30 PM PST by: -
'The Perks of Being a Wallflower' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The drama from filmmaker and novelist Stephen Chbosky will hit Blu-ray this February. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Lionsgate says 'The Perks of Being a Wallflower' is coming to Blu-ray on February 12. Stephen Chbosky adapts his own novel for this coming-of-age drama about an introvert teen whose eyes are opened to a world of new experiences after he becomes friends with two older kids. When shy freshman Charlie (Logan Lerman) makes friends with Patrick (Ezra Miller) and his stepsister Sam (Emma Watson) almost by accident, he soon finds himself immersed in a newfound world of music, friends, soft drugs and sexual confusion. The film is executive produced by John Malkovich and Lianne Halfon and Russel Smith ('Juno'). Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements include: Audio commentary with Screenwriter/Director Stephen Chobsky; Audio commentary with Director Stephen Chbosky and the cast; "Best Summer Ever" featurette; Deleted scenes with optional audio commentary with Stephen Chbosky; and Dailies. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is still undetermined at this time. You can find the latest specs for 'The Perks of Being a Wallflower' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 12.Posted Wed Nov 14, 2012 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
Emo Labs Changes Name to ClearView Audio – New Products Coming at CES[teaser]It's been a while since we've heard anything from the company that came up with "invisible" speakers. [/teaser] If you've been following the HD gear scene for a while you may remember a company called Emo Labs. A little over three years ago the folks at Emo Labs came up with a brand new speaker technology designed to take things in a different direction. Instead of traditional speakers, Emo Labs used a screen protector like film that vibrates and sends sound outward. From an audio quality standpoint, the company said that this beat traditional TV and laptop speakers. It would also allow manufacturers to slim down their TVs even more thanks to the exclusion of speakers. After that big announcement, the company disappeared – until now. Emo Labs has rebranded as ClearView and will be showing new products at CES 2013. The company says that its recently acquired funding will go towards developing products for the consumer market. According to the press release, the focus is still on these unique Edge Motion speakers. Source: EngadgetPosted Wed Nov 14, 2012 at 11:00 AM PST by: -
'Liberal Arts' Announced and Detailed for Blu-ray[teaser]The latest dramedy from filmmaker Josh Radnor is bound for Blu-ray in December! [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, MPI is working on 'Liberal Arts' for Blu-ray on December 18. When Jesse (Josh Radnor, 'Happythankyoumoreplease'), a 35-year-old New York college admissions adviser, is invited to his Midwestern alma mater to attend his favorite professor's retirement dinner, he quickly falls back in love with the university life. But when he meets 19-year-old student Zibby (Elizabeth Olsen, 'Martha Marcy May Marlene,' 'Peace, Love & Misunderstanding'), the bright, beautiful, book-loving daughter of his professor's friends, he suddenly finds himself caught in a moral dilemma: does he pursue a relationship with this kindred spirit, or does he break her heart and return to the "real world"? The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include deleted scenes and an original IFC featurette. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Liberal Arts' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's now indexed under December 18.Posted Wed Nov 14, 2012 at 10:00 AM PST by:
