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'The Secret World of Arrietty' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The next Studio Ghibli animated feature is in the works for Blu-ray in May. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Disney/Buena Vista has revealed 'The Secret World of Arrietty' for Blu-ray on May 22. The film centers on a family of people who are just a few inches tall who hide from the world and live by borrowing from normal-sized humans, until their existence is discovered by a young boy. Specs have yet to be revealed, but the Blu-ray/DVD combo pack will include a storyboard version of the film, original trailers and TV spots, music videos by Cecile Corbel and Bridgit Mendler, and a making of the Mendler video. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $39.99. You can find the latest specs for 'The Secret World of Arrietty' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under May 22.Posted Tue Mar 27, 2012 at 01:00 PM PDT by: -
'Simply Red: Live at Montreux 2003' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The Brit-Pop-Soul band is bound for Blu-ray in May. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Eagle Rock Entertainment says 'Simply Red: Live at Montreux 2003' is getting a high-definition release on May 22. The concert was filmed at the Montreux Jazz Festival, where the band, over the course of its 25 years, has been a longtime Montreux favorite. This two-hour 18-song soul-drenched set—recorded while touring for the multi-platinum Home album— was filmed in high definition and recorded in DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby Digital 5.1, LPCM Stereo. Simply Red—with international album sales upwards of 50 million—boasts frontman vocalist Mick Hucknall, Ian Kirkham (saxophone); Kenji Suzuki (guitar); Steve Lewinson (bass); Pete Lewinson (drums); Dave Clayton (keyboards); Chris de Margary (flugelhorn, saxophone); John Johnson (trombone, percussion); Kevin Robinson (trumpet); Sarah Brown and Dee Johnson (backing vocals). 'Simply Red Live At Montreux 2003' include seven more tracks from their 2010 Montreux appearance as bonus features: “Out On The Range” “To Be With You” “Your Mirror” “Heaven” “For Your Babies” “Ain’t That A Lot Of Love” (a scintillating cover of the 1966 Homer Banks rhythm’n’blues classic that Simply Red popularized again as the lead single from their 1999 Love And The Russian Winter album) and a passionate interpretation of “If You Don’t Know Me By Now” (the 1972 Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes hit). This acclaimed British band, accentuated by the unerring timing and charisma of a true showman in Mick Hucknall, truly ignited the Swiss crowd. This performance is another stunning addition to Eagle Rock Entertainment’s Montreux collection. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $19.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Simply Red: Live at Montreux 2003' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under May 22.Posted Tue Mar 27, 2012 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
Atlantic Launches In-Ceiling Speakers[teaser]Out of the five new models, four feature the Trim-Look design. [/teaser] Atlantic Technology's new ICTS-6HT is a new in-ceiling speaker that's available right now. It features a 6.5" woofer that's mounted at a 15 degree angle so you can direct it right toward the listener and a tweeter that pivots up to 30 degrees – it comes in at $400 per speaker. The four other speakers that will be shipping from Atlantic at the end of this month come from the Trim-Look line and all come equipped with thin, magnetically attached grilles that aim to allow the speaker to blend nearly seamlessly. The TLC-6.3 and TLC-8.3, are Tri-Mode speakers that feature dual-voice-coil woofers and two pivoting tweeters. The TLC-6.2 and TLC-8.2 are traditional, single channel speakers with dome tweeters that can be set at 30 degree angles. Source: AtlanticPosted Tue Mar 27, 2012 at 09:00 AM PDT by: -
'Erin Brockovich' Blu-ray Announced and Detailed[teaser]Steven Soderbergh's 2000 drama that landed Julia Roberts an Oscar is coming to Blu-ray in June.[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Universal has set 'Erin Brockovich' for a high-definition release on June 5. The film based on the true story of a single mother who goes after the Pacific Gas and Electric Company for dumping toxic waste in a small community was also nominated for four other Academy Awards including Best Director and Best Picture. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: two behind-the-scenes featurettes (Erin Brockovich: A Look at a Real Life Experience and Spotlight on Location: The Making of Erin Brockovich) and two 100 Years of Universal featurettes (The Lot and Academy Award Winners). Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is still undetermined at this time. You can find the latest specs for 'Erin Brockovich' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under June 5.Posted Tue Mar 27, 2012 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
Onkyo Announces Mid-Range Receivers for May[teaser]They come in at around the $1,000 range and offer 4K upscaling, home networking features, 3D support and more. [/teaser] The latest receivers from Onkyo were designed to offer the best possible quality at a still reasonable price and include quite a few new features. The TX-NR818 ($1,299) and TX-NR717($999) are both 7.2 channel receivers equipped with 4K upscaling for all eight HDMI inputs and you'll find Burr-Brown DACs on all the audio outputs. They sport new 1080p menus that give you a Quick Setup feature so you can get your receiver up and running in no time. The 818 kicks things into high thanks to a dual-core video engine that combines an HQV Vida 1900 processor with a Marvel Qdeo processor that can take you all the way up to a 4K resolution. It also includes Audyssey MultiEQ XT32 and a trio of sound processing modes including DTS Neo:X. Both of Onkyo's mid-range receivers will be shipping in May. Source: OnkyoPosted Tue Mar 27, 2012 at 07:00 AM PDT by: -
'Memorial Day' Blu-ray Detailed[teaser]Director Sam Fischer's acclaimed drama hitting Blu-ray in May has now been fully detailed. [/teaser] As previously reported, Image Entertainment is working on 'Memorial Day' for a Blu-ray release on May 29. 'Memorial Day' is an inspiring and emotionally authentic portrayal of what military members face in combat on a day-to-day basis, and the importance of handing down stories from generation to generation. Military personnel who have seen the film have praised it for its “poignant and clever storyline” and “tremendous imagery”—and hailed it as “a truly cathartic film for current and future generations.” At a time when thousands of soldiers are returning home (and 850 WWII veterans pass into history each day), 'Memorial Day' serves as a powerful reminder that encouraging living veterans to tell their stories is as important as honoring those who gave the ultimate sacrifice. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include an insightful behind-the-scenes look at the making of the film, and audio commentary with the cast, Director Sam Fischer and Writer Marc Conklin. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.97. You can find the latest specs for 'Memorial Day' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under May 29.Posted Tue Mar 27, 2012 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'The Sting' Blu-ray Announced and Detailed[teaser]The Best Picture winner at the 1974 Academy Awards is coming to Blu-ray in two versions this summer.[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Universal has set 'The Sting' for a high-definition release on June 5. A Collector's Edition Blu-ray/DVD Digibook will also be available on the same date. Winner of 7 Academy Awards®, including Best Picture, The Sting stars Paul Newman and Robert Redford as two con men in 1930s Chicago. After a friend is killed by the mob, they try to get even by attempting to pull off the ultimate "sting." No one is to be trusted as the twists unfold, leading up to the greatest double-crosses in movie history. The con is on! The Blu-ray will feature a digitally restored 1080p presentation from high resolution 35mm film elements, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: Three-part The Art of the Sting documentary; Three 100 Years of Universal featurettes (The Lot, The '70s, and Restoring the Classics); and theatrical trailer. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $19.98 and the Collector's Edition is $39.98. You can find the latest specs for 'The Sting' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under June 5.Posted Mon Mar 26, 2012 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
'Smokey and the Bandit' Blu-ray Dated and Detailed[teaser]It looks like Blu-ray will have a bear on its tail this summer...over.[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Universal is working on 'Smokey and the Bandit' for a Blu-ray release on June 5. The 1977 action/comedy stars Burt Reynolds as a truck driver tasked with delivering 400 cases of beer in 28hrs while being pursued by the relentless Sheriff Buford T. Justice (Jackie Gleason). The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: Loaded Up and Truckin': Making Smokey and the Bandit; Snowman, What's Your 20? - The Smokey and the Bandit CB Tutorial; and two 100 Years of Universal featurettes (The Lot and The '70s). Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is still undetermined at this time. You can find the latest specs for 'Smokey and the Bandit' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under June 5.Posted Mon Mar 26, 2012 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
'Tinker Bell: Secret of the Wings' Dated for Blu-ray and Blu-ray 3D[teaser]Tinker Bell's next adventure will also be exploring the third dimension in October. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Disney/Buena Vista is working on 'Tinker Bell: Secret of the Wings' and 'Tinker Bell: Secret of the Wings - 3D' for Blu-ray 3D on October 23. For Tinker Bell and the other warm season fairies, the Winter Woods remains a mysterious and forbidden place. 'Secret of the Wings' takes audiences on an amazing journey of discovery with Tink, into this forbidden world where she discovers a magical secret that changes her life forever. A magical fairy adventure for the whole family, 'Secret of the Wings' features a spectacular voice cast including Academy Award®-Winner Anjelica Huston (TV’s ‘Smash’), Timothy Dalton (TV’s ‘Chuck’, 'The Living Daylights'), Lucy Liu (TV’s ‘Southland’, 'Charlie’s Angels'), Raven-Symoné (TV’s ‘That’s So Raven’), Megan Hilty (TV’s ‘Smash’), Pamela Adlon (TV’s ‘Californication’), Matt Lanter (TV’s ‘90210’), Debby Ryan (TV’s ‘Jesse’) and Mae Whitman (TV’s ‘Parenthood’), and introducing the sparkling new winter fairy, PERIWINKLE, voiced by Lucy Hale (TV’s ‘Pretty Little Liars’). A DisneyToon Studios production, the film is directed by Peggy Holmes, co-directed by Bobs Gannaway, and produced by Michael Wigert. John Lasseter serves as Executive Producer. 'Secret of the Wings' is Disney’s highly-anticipated all-new movie in the Tinker Bell Disney Fairies film franchise. These beautifully-animated films have ranked at the top of the home entertainment charts every year they have been released. In addition to the all-new feature film, the spectacular animated release includes a host of exciting bonus features that extend the viewing experience, taking audiences deeper into the magical world of Disney Fairies. To celebrate the upcoming release of 'Secret of the Wings,' Disney has launched a new destination in Facebook for parents to stay updated on Disney Fairies news as well as receive the best new content and activities that they can share with their children. Audiences can become a fan now at: https://www.facebook.com/DisneyFairies. Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray/DVD Combo Pack is $39.99 and the Blu-ray 3D/Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy Combo Pack is $49.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Tinker Bell: Secret of the Wings' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under October 23.Posted Mon Mar 26, 2012 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
Netflix Secures Original Series From Writer/Director Eli Roth[teaser]13 episodes of the serialized murder-mystery-monster drama will be available in 2013. [/teaser] The man behind 'Cabin Fever,' 'Hostel' and the ridiculously wonderful propaganda film 'Nation's Pride' in 'Inglourious Basterds' is going to be making a drama series that's completely exclusive to Netflix. The series is called 'Hemlock Grove' and it's another in the continuing trend of dramatic shows based around magical and mythical creatures. When a young girl is found dead, suspects are everywhere, including a potential werewolf and others. The series stars Famke Janssen, and Bill Skarsgard and will be available to watch on Netflix in 2013. Source: Home Media MagazinePosted Mon Mar 26, 2012 at 07:00 AM PDT by:
