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'Thin Ice' Comes to Blu-ray in June[teaser]Things will get unseasonably chilly in July when 'Thin Ice' comes to Blu-ray[/teaser] Originally titled 'The Convincer' when it premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 2011, 'Thin Ice' is about an insurance agent (Greg Kinnear) looking for a way out of frigid Wisconsin who is blackmailed by an unstable locksmith in the theft of a rare violin that belongs to a retired farmer. 'Thin Ice' has a suggested retail price of $29.98. Technical specifications have yet to be released. Keep an eye on our Blu-ray Release Schedule as we update 'Thin Ice' as more information is released about it. It's listed under June 12.Posted Thu May 3, 2012 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
'Bad Ass' Finds Itself on Blu-ray in June[teaser]Danny Trejo is a bad ass with a beard, in high-def![/teaser] In 'Bad Ass' a decorated Vietnam hero Frank Vega (Trejo) – and his beard - return home only to get shunned by society leaving him without a job or his high school sweetheart. 40 years later, an incident on a commuter bus, in which he protects an elderly black man from a pair of skin heads, makes him a local hero and he’s suddenly celebrated once again. But his good fortune suddenly turns for the worse when his best friend Klondike is murdered and the police aren’t doing anything about it. Technical specifications on this Blu-ray include a 1080p picture, a 1.85:1 aspect ratio, and a 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio mix. Suggested retail price has not yet been announced. Our Blu-ray Release Schedule will update with all the pertinent information once we find out. You can find 'Bad Ass' listed under June 5.Posted Wed May 2, 2012 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
'Jeff, Who Lives at Home' Coming to Blu-ray in June[teaser]Join Segel, Helms, and the Duplass brothers in laughter on June 19th.[/teaser] Starring Jason Segel and Ed Helms 'Jeff, Who Lives at Home' is the story of one man’s hilarious search for the meaning of life. As slacker Jeff stumbles towards enlightenment, he uncovers answers to his nagging family’s problems. Jeff has no idea where he’s going but when he finally gets there, he might just find out what it’s all about. 'Jeff' will have a 1080p high-def picture, DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 mix, and will come complete with an UltraViolet Digital Copy. The suggested retail price for the Blu-ray has been set at $29.99. Make sure to keep up to date with every Blu-ray release by keeping an eye on our Blu-ray Release Schedule. 'Jeff's details can be found listed under June 19.Posted Wed May 2, 2012 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
'An American Girl' On Blu-ray this Summer[teaser]Wal-Mart Exclusive, 'McKenna Shoots for the Stars' on Blu-ray July 5.[/teaser] A talented young gymnast turns trials into triumphs in the inspiring new feature-length movie, An 'American Girl: McKenna Shoots for the Stars,' coming to Blu-ray Combo Pack, DVD, and Digital Download on July 3, 2012, from Universal Studios Home Entertainment. Inspired by the beloved American Girl line of dolls and featuring the celebrated 2012 Girl of the Year, the film stars Oscar nominee Nia Vardalos ('My Life In Ruins,' 'My Big Fat Greek Wedding'), Jade Pettyjohn ('The United States of Tara') as McKenna, Ian Ziering ('Beverly Hills 90210'), Kerris Dorsey ('Moneyball,' 'Brothers & Sisters') and former Olympic gymnast Cathy Rigby (Broadway’s "Peter Pan"). A modern and heartwarming original story about a young girl whose dream to compete as a world class gymnast is jeopardized when she begins to have trouble in school, 'An American Girl: McKenna Shoots for the Stars' helps girls learn to believe not only in their family and friends but also themselves. With more than 139 million books and 21 million dolls sold, American Girl has earned the loyalty of millions of girls and the praise and trust of parents and educators. Just in time for the Summer Games, this fun family film on Blu-ray Combo Pack and DVD is available only at Wal-Mart, American Girl retail stores and americangirl.com. A must-own addition for American Girl fans, the film can also be purchased via Digital Download through a variety of online retailers. There is no word yet on a retail price for 'McKenna Shoots for the Stars.' Technical specs have yet to be released. Technical aspects include the inclusion of an UltraViolet Digital Copy and a DVD copy of the film. The Blu-ray will feature a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 English track. It'll be presented in 1.78:1 aspect ratio. To keep up with the latest on 'McKenna' be sure to check out our Blu-ray Release Schedule for all announcements regarding this title listed under July 3.Posted Wed May 2, 2012 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'Star Trek: TNG' Beams Onto Blu-ray this Summer[teaser]The completely remastered 'TNG' finds its way to Blu-ray July 24.[/teaser] 'Star Trek: The Next Generation - Season 1' has been retransferred from the original film elements to produce stunning high-definition images, including amazing visual effects that have been painstakingly recreated from the source material, creating before/after results that fans will love. The six-disc Blu-ray set also features 7.1 DTS-HD Master Audio and a wealth of exclusive bonus material, such as archival footage, a gag reel, and an inside look at taking 'The Next Generation' to the next level of high-definition. Featuring numerous behind-the-scenes interviews, the new material also features Star Trek experts Mike and Denise Okuda, consultants throughout this ongoing project, who offer special insights into the countless man-hours dedicated to the upgrade of The Next Generation. Featuring one of the most endearing ensemble casts in television history, 'Star Trek: The Next Generation' took fans on the remarkable continuing voyages of the Starship Enterprise with Captain Jean-Luc Picard (Patrick Stewart), Commander William T. Riker (Jonathan Frakes), Lt. Commander Geordi La Forge (LeVar Burton), Counselor Deanna Troi (Marina Sirtis), Lt. Commander Data (Brent Spiner), Lieutenant Worf (Michael Dorn), Dr. Beverly Crusher (Gates McFadden) and Wesley Crusher (Wil Wheaton). There is no word yet on the pricing of the first season, which will be of great importance to those looking to own these season sets. Remember to keep an eye on our Blu-ray Release Schedule as we will update it as soon as we find out the suggested retail price of this release. As far as technical specs go the first season will feature 7.1 DTS-HD Master Audio. Technical specs have yet to be released. The special features accompanying the set have also been divulged. Disc 1 Episodic Promos Energized! Taking The Next Generation to the Next Level (HD) Star Trek: The Next Generation Archives: The Launch Introduction to the Series (1987) Promo #1 Promo #2 Promo #3 Season One Promo Disc 2 - 5 Episodic Promos Disc 6 Episodic Promos Stardate Revisited: The Origin of Star Trek: The Next Generation (HD) Part 1: Inception Part 2: Launch Part 3: The Continuing Mission Gag Reel Archival Mission Logs The Beginning Selected Crew Analysis The Making of a Legend Memorable Missions This is big news for fans! Remember keep an eye on our Blu-ray Release Schedule for any and all updates listed under July 24.Posted Tue May 1, 2012 at 11:00 AM PDT by: -
'Act of Vengeance' Coming to Blu-ray this Summer[teaser]Millennium's terrorist thriller comes to Blu-ray June 5.[/teaser] 'Act of Vengeance,' is an action-packed film starring Danny Glover ('2012,' 'Lethal Weapon'), Gina Gershon ('Killer Joe,' 'P.S. I Love You'), Robert Patrick ('Safe House,' 'Terminator 2'), Haluk Bilinger ('W.E.') and Mahsun Kirmizigul who also wrote and directed the film. After an unsuccessful and bloody raid in Istanbul, two Turkish anti-terrorist agents are sent to New York City on a mission to capture a notorious terrorist known only as "Dejjal" (Arabic for Antichrist). Working with the FBI and NYPD, the agents orchestrate the arrest of a suspect who may or not be the notorious Dejjal, but when events escalate, the foreign agents must take things in their own hands to avert disaster. 'Act of Vengeance' has a suggested retail price of $29.99. Technical specs have yet to be released. Keep an eye on the Blu-ray Release Schedule to keep up to date on information and technical features for 'Act of Vengeance' listed under June 5.Posted Tue May 1, 2012 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
'Mac & Devin Go To High School' headed to Blu-ray[teaser]The "high" school comedy hits Blu-ray in July.[/teaser] Valedictorian hopeful Devin Overstreet (Wiz Khalifa) struggles to pen his graduation speech when it becomes clear that all his academic overachievements left him with little to no life experiences. He finds an unlikely inspiration in Mac Johnson (Snoop Dogg), the least achieving student on campus. Mac – a 15-year senior and consummate ladies man – is smitten by the school's new substitute chemistry teacher. He soon realizes that the only way he'll truly have a chance with her is if he finally graduates high school. In 3 week's time, Mac must cram four years of high school academics, and Devin must cram four years of teenage experience. The suggested retail price is $24.99. Technical specs and supplements haven't been revealed yet. You can find the latest specs for 'Mac & Devin Go To High School'' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under July 3.Posted Tue May 1, 2012 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
'The Strange Love of Martha Ivers' on Blu-ray May 29[teaser]Kirk Douglas' film debut hits Blu-ray in May.[/teaser] Desperate to escape her wealthy, domineering aunt, young Martha plans to run away with her boyfriend, Sam. Accidentally killing her aunt, she lies, but her story is supported by Walter, who saw what happened. Years later, Sam returns to town and falls in love again … with someone else. Unbeknownst to Sam, Walter has married Martha, blackmailing her into the union. Fearing what Sam knows, he sets out to silence his wife’s unrequited love … Manipulation, conspiracy, forgiveness, heartbreak and tragedy await as this all-star, 1946 film noir classic unfolds. 'The Strange Love of Martha Ivers' will be released in a Blu-ray/DVD Combo Pack from Film Chest and HD Cinema Classics. The suggested retail price is $15.99. Technical specs and supplements haven't been revealed yet. Keep an eye on the Blu-ray Relase Schedule to keep up to date with all the technical specs about this movie, where it's now listed under May 29.Posted Tue May 1, 2012 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'Cinderella' on Blu-ray in October[teaser]Disney announces the Blu-ray release of this long-awaited classic for October 2, 2012.[/teaser] Everyone orders Cinderella around: her cruel stepmother, her awful stepsisters -- even the big clock in the church tower tells her when to start another day of drudgery. But they can't stop her from dreaming, and Cinderella has faith that some day her wishes will come true. When an invitation to the royal ball arrives, Cinderella is sure her time has come -- until her stepsisters, with the encouragement of Lady Tremaine, tear her gown to shreds. Just when Cinderella believes all is lost, her Fairy Godmother appears, and with a wave of her wand and “Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo,” transforms an ordinary pumpkin into a magnificent coach and Cinderella’s rags into a gorgeous gown, then sends her off to the Royal Ball. But Cinderella’s enchanted evening must end when the spell is broken at midnight. It will take the help of her daring animal mice friends and a perfect fit into a glass slipper to create the ultimate fairy tale ending. The suggested retail price for the combo pack is $39.99. Disney has also announced that they will be releasing a 6-Disc Jewelry Box Set which will have a suggested retail price of $89.99 and will no doubt contain the original movie and the 'Cinderella' sequels. Technical specifications include: 7.1 DTS-HD Master Audio mix and a 1.0 DTS-HD Master Audio Theatrical Mix. Keep up on all the latest with 'Cinderella' on Blu-ray by checking our Blu-ray Release Schedule where it's curently listed under October 2. We've added the new cover art for the release.Posted Mon Apr 30, 2012 at 12:30 PM PDT by: -
Disney Announces 'John Carter' Blu-ray for Summer[teaser]Disney's Sci-Fi Action Movie Hits Blu-ray June 5.[/teaser] As a warrior lost on Earth, John Carter is magically transported to Mars, where the fate of the planet and its people ultimately rest in his hands. With surprising new powers, and epic battles, he rises to become the man he is meant to be and the hero he trulyis. From Academy Award®-winning filmmaker Andrew Stanton (Best Animated Film, 'WALL•E', 2008) 'John Carter' is a sweeping action-adventure set on the mysterious and exotic planet of Barsoom (Mars). John Carter is a war-weary, former military captain who’s inexplicably transported to Mars and reluctantly becomes embroiled in an epic conflict. It’s a world on the brink of collapse, and Carter rediscovers his humanity when he realizes the survival of Barsoom and its people rests in his hands. Stunning special effects, great characters and villains — and complete with extraordinary bonus features — 'John Carter' is a heroic and inspirational adventure that will thrill audiences beyond imagination. The suggested retail price for 'John Carter's combo pack will be $39.99. There will also be a 4-Disc Combo Pack featuring a copy of the 3D version of the movie which will have a suggested retail price of $49.99. Technical features included will be a 7.1 DTS-HD Master Audio English track. Along with Dolby Digital 5.1 French and Spanish tracks. Check out the Blu-ray Release Schedule for updates on all the technical info for 'John Carter' listed under June 5.Posted Mon Apr 30, 2012 at 11:30 AM PDT by:
