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HDD Spotlight Bargain: 'Scott Pilgrim vs. the World' Blu-ray $7.99 at Amazon[teaser] Save sixty percent on the acclaimed one-of-a-kind film on Blu-ray! [/teaser] The online retailer is selling 'Scott Pilgrim vs. The World' for only $7.99 (60% off suggested list price). In the movie, cutting-edge filmmaker Edgar Wright ('Hot Fuzz,' 'Shaun of the Dead') directs Michael Cera (Juno, Superbad) and an incredible ensemble cast in the story of a charming, unemployed bass player who discovers that in order to date the girl of his dreams, he must first battle her seven super-powered, evil exes. 'Scott Pilgrim vs. the World' slayed critics of every generation with its highly stylized visuals. The New York Times’ A.O. Scott raves “You may want to see it again as soon as it’s over.” Jeremy Smith of “AintItCoolNews” calls the film “Wholly original. There’s never been a movie like it” and Rossiter Drake of the San Francisco Examiner pronounces it a “bold, brilliant spectacle.” 'Scott Pilgrim vs. the World' is “far and away the funniest movie of the summer,” according to the Orlando Sentinel’s Roger Moore, and Peter Travers of Rolling Stone calls the film “a breathless rush of a movie that jumps off the screen, spins your head around and then stealthily works its way into your heart. It’s a game changer.” Click here to order your copy of this Blu-ray today!Posted Fri Apr 13, 2012 at 08:24 AM PDT by: -
'Undertaker: The Streak' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]WWE fanatics will be basking in the Dead Man's WrestleMania glory on Blu-ray in July. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, WWE Home Video is readying 'Undertaker: The Streak' for Blu-ray on July 24. It is the most impressive feat in the history of Sports Entertainment, and one that may never be duplicated. Nineteen times Undertaker has stepped in the ring at the Showcase of the Immortals, WrestleMania, and 19 times he`s had his hand raised in victory. Undertaker has faced some of the biggest names in WWE history, including Shawn Michaels, Triple H, Ric Flair, Edge, Kane, Batista, Randy Orton, and more, and always claimed their souls. Now for the first time ever, every match in its entirety is collected in one release: Undertaker: The Streak. In addition to every match, this collection also includes a never-before-seen documentary discussing the historic, unprecedented run. Specs and supplements haven't been revealed yet, but the suggested list price for the 3-disc Blu-ray set is $39.97. You can find the latest specs for 'Undertaker: The Streak' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under July 24.Posted Fri Apr 13, 2012 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
'Gone' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The psychological thriller will be found on Blu-ray in May. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Lionsgate has slated 'Gone' for Blu-ray on May 29. The film stars Amanda Seyfried ('Mamma Mia,' 'In Time') as a desperate young woman who, after being ignored by the police, is forced to go on the hunt alone for a maniacal serial killer whom she believes has kidnapped her sister. Directed by Heitor Dhalia ('Adrift') from a screenplay by Allison Burnett ('Underworld: Awakening,' 'Fame'), this intense, chilling thriller also stars Daniel Sunjata (TV’s “Grey’s Anatomy,” 'One For The Money'), Jennifer Carpenter (Showtime’s “Dexter,” 'Quarantine'), Sebastian Stan ('Black Swan,' 'Captain America: The First Avenger') and Wes Bentley ('The Hunger Games,' 'American Beauty'). Specs and supplements haven't been revealed yet, but the suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $30.49. You can find the latest specs for 'Gone' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under May 29.Posted Fri Apr 13, 2012 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'Flying Monsters - 3D' Announced for Blu-ray 3D[teaser]The 2011 documentary narrated by Sir David Attenborough is in the works for Blu-ray 3D this summer. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, National Geographic has slated 'Flying Monsters - 3D' for Blu-ray 3D on June 19. For thousands of years, humans have believed that there were once flying monsters. But did they really exist beyond our nightmares? 220 million years ago dinosaurs were beginning their domination of Earth. But another group of reptiles was about to make an extraordinary leap: pterosaurs were taking control of the skies. The story of how and why these mysterious creatures took to the air is more fantastical than any fiction. Specs and supplements haven't been revealed yet, but the suggested list price for the Blu-ray 3D/DVD combo pack is $39.97. You can find the latest specs for 'Flying Monsters - 3D' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under June 19.Posted Thu Apr 12, 2012 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
Walmart Disc-to-Digital Will Offer 4,000 Titles at Launch[teaser]Employees have had access since the 9th and customer rollout will start on the 16th. [/teaser] On Monday, April 16th, over 3,500 Walmart locations will be rolling out Disc-to-Digital, a new initiative from Walmart that gives Vudu copies of movies they already own. If you're converting a DVD to an SD digital copy it'll run $2. If you're converting a Blu-ray to an HD digital copy it'll cost you $2. Conversion from DVD to HD will cost $5. Walmart has released a full list of the titles that will be available, so you can scan through and make sure the movies you want are available. "Obviously for us it’s a great way to drive traffic in the store, but it’s also meant to unlock value in the content consumers already own," says Walmart's movie and home entertainment director Louis Greth. “For us, this is a big first step. The feedback is that it’s been very simple, very easy, not very complicated." Source: Home Media MagazinePosted Thu Apr 12, 2012 at 11:00 AM PDT by: -
Rodriguez's 'Roadracers' Skids Onto Blu-ray[teaser]Robert Rodriguez's first studio film finds its way to Blu-ray.[/teaser] From the Miramax catalogue of titles, we'll finally be getting 'Roadracers,' Robert Rodriguez's very first studio film, released on Blu-ray on April 17, 2012. Acclaimed director Robert Rodriguez delivers more action-packed thrills with Roadracers, the story of a rockin’ rebel named Dude (David Arquette), racing through life with a fast car, a loud guitar, a sexy girlfriend (Salma Hayek), and a big mouth. But when a confrontation ends with deadly threats, Dude finds himself speeding head-on toward a showdown that will settle the score for good. With hot stars and an energetic style all its own, Roadracers is fast-paced entertainment that never slows down. You can find out the latest about 'Roadracers's specs on our comprehensive Blu-ray Release Schedule where it's listed under April 17.Posted Thu Apr 12, 2012 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
SunBrite Aims for Affordability with New Outdoor TVs[teaser]SunBrite offers weather resistant outdoor sets from 32" on up to 65".[/teaser] Spring is here and that means it's time to get outside and enjoy the sun, or the pool if you're in warmer climates. Of course, you don't want to miss the game or your favorite show or Shark Week, which means it's time to hook yourself up with an outdoor TV. SunBrite's latest line is all about affordability. All of their sets are Full HD and are built to resist rain, humidity, salt, dust and insects. They even boast an internal cooling system which allows them to hang out in heats up to 122 degrees Fahrenheit. The new SunBrite line starts with a 32" set at $1,495 and goes up to 65" for $5,995. Source: Big Picture Big SoundPosted Thu Apr 12, 2012 at 09:00 AM PDT by: -
'Steve Niles' Remains' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]A wave of shamblin', gamblin' zombies will invade Blu-ray this July. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Shout Factory will release 'Steve Niles' Remains' on Blu-ray on July 10. Reno may be the “Biggest Little City in the World,” but when a “Peace Bomb” nuclear test goes awry in the Nevada desert and turns most of the population into bloodthirsty zombies, the gambling Mecca becomes the biggest zombieland of all time in the highly popular apocalyptic thriller 'Steve Niles’ Remains.' Based on the highly acclaimed IDW Publishing graphic novel written by Steve Niles ('30 Days of Night'), 'Steve Niles’ Remains' is set in a chilling postapocalyptic Reno, Nevada, and follows the survivors of a bizarre accident that reduced most of the world’s population to zombies. The group takes refuge in a vacant casino and fights a losing battle against the undead, who grow steadily stronger, smarter and more aggressive by the minute. The movie stars Grant Bowler ('Killer Elite,' 'True Blood'), Lance Reddick ('Fringe,' 'Lost,' 'The Wire'), Miko Hughes ('Pet Sematary'), Evalena Marie ('Are We There Yet?'), Tawny Cypress ('Rescue Me,' 'Heroes') and Anthony Marks. Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements will include: Audio commentary, a short prequel: Remains - Road to Reno, bloopers, TV spots and the trailer, and a Comic-Con teaser. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $26.97. You can find the latest specs for 'Steve Niles' Remains' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under July 10.Posted Thu Apr 12, 2012 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
'Full Metal Jacket: 25th Anniversary Edition' Blu-ray Coming in July[teaser]Stanley Kubrick's acclaimed war drama is getting a 25th Anniversary digibook double dip with new content in July. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Brothers will release 'Full Metal Jacket: 25th Anniversary Edition' in a Blu-ray digibook on July 3. Our review for the Deluxe Edition can be viewed here. This Blu-ray release will include the same supplements as the previous release including audio commentary by Adam Baldwin, Vincent D'Onofrio, R. Lee Ermey and critic/screenwriter Jay Cocks; Full Metal Jacket: Between Good and Evil featurette; theatrical trailer; and exclusive to this release will be Stanley Kubrick's Boxes Documentary. The 'Full Metal Jacket: 25th Anniversary Edition' also includes 44-page digibook packaging with a personal letter and intimate reflections from star Matthew Modine, as well as behind-the-scenes photos specifically selected for this release. You can find the latest specs for 'Full Metal Jacket: 25th Anniversary Edition' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under July 3.Posted Thu Apr 12, 2012 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'The Artist' Blu-ray Release Date Changed[teaser]Michel Hazanavicius's acclaimed 2011 silent film is now arriving on Blu-ray in June. [/teaser] As previously reported, it seemed Sony's 'The Artist' was going to have a Blu-ray release on April 24, but now it looks like the new date is June 26. The film won the Best Actor Award at Cannes, the BAFTA for Best Film of the Year, and has 10 Academy Award nominations including Best Original Screenplay, Best Director, and Best Picture. Specs have yet to be detailed, but supplements will include: The Artist: The Making Of A Hollywood Love Story, Hollywood As A Character: The Locations of The Artist, Q&A with the filmmakers and cast, Blooper reel, and The Artisans Behind The Artist Featurettes (The Costumes, The Cinematography, The Production Design, The Composer). Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $35.99. You can find the latest specs for 'The Artist' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's now indexed under June 26.Posted Wed Apr 11, 2012 at 12:30 PM PDT by:
