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'The Sitter: Totally Irresponsible Edition' Blu-ray Announced and Detailed[teaser]Invite the worst babysitter ever into your home in March. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, 20th Century Fox says 'The Sitter: Totally Irresponsible Edition' is coming to Blu-ray on March 20. From the director of 'Pineapple Express' comes an adventure in babysitting that is definitely not for the entire family as Jonah Hill ('21 Jump Street,' 'Moneyball') steps in as 'The Sitter.' Defiant, vulgar and envelope-pushing, 'The Sitter' will be available in the “totally irresponsible” edition offering a hilarious and even raunchier unrated cut of the film. When Noah (Hill), the suburban slacker, is watching the neighbor’s kid he gets a booty call from his girlfriend in the city. To hook up with her, Noah takes to the streets, but his urban adventure spins out of control as he finds himself on the run from the maniacal drug lord. Raunchy laughs and insane action – it’s all in a night’s work for 'The Sitter.' The Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy Combo Pack will include both the Theatrical and "Totally Irresponsible" editions and will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include Deleted/extended scenes, Gag reel, "Totally Irresponsible" outtakes, For Your Consideration, The Making of The Sitter, and Jonah the Producer. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $39.99. You can find the latest specs for 'The Sitter: Totally Irresponsible Edition' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under March 20.Posted Fri Jan 27, 2012 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
SIM2 Announces a Projector That Doubles as Mood Lighting[teaser]You can create subtle ambience or go full bore with digital images of your choice. [/teaser] The latest projector from SIM2 boasts some impressive stats. This single chip LED LCD M.150 gives off 1,100 ANSI lumens and offers a contrast ratio of 100,000:1 thanks to DynamicBlack technology. It offers PureMovie and PureMotion and even handles 3D if you add a SIM2 VISUS system. What’s unique about SIM2’s projector is its ability to double as incidental lighting for your home. You can use the projector to add some ambient lighting to your room or kick things up a notch for a more colorful wall. You can even use the projector to showcase digital images of your choice. Thanks to the LED lighting in the M.150 has an estimated lifetime of 30,000 hours, or just less than three and a half years. Source: eCousticsPosted Fri Jan 27, 2012 at 09:00 AM PST by: -
'Blade of Kings' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The epic adventure starring Donnie Yen, Jackie Chan, and Bing Bing Fan is coming to Blu-ray in March. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Well Go USA is prepping 'Blade of Kings' for a Blu-ray release on March 6. The all-star cast also includes Charlene Choi ('Triple Tap,' 'The Jade and the Pearl'), Gillian Chung ('Vampire Effect'), and Hong Kong Film Award nominee for Best Newcomer Jaycee Chan ('1911') in the tale of a humble boy born to rule an empire who must first undertake his journey to claim his throne in the mythical land of Huadu. Nominated for four Hong Kong Film Awards, including Best Visual Effects, the film was directed by Patrick Leung and Cory Yuen. Specs have yet to be revealed, but the release will be a Blu-ray/DVD combo pack and supplements will include the behind-the-scenes featurette “The Making of Blade of Kings” and a music video. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Blade of Kings' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under March 6.Posted Fri Jan 27, 2012 at 08:00 AM PST by: -
Time Warner Subscriptions Down by 129,000[teaser]The numbers for Time Warner Cable are indicative of the cable business as a whole – except for Verizon of course. [/teaser] Cable providers, in general, aren’t doing too well. Customers are cutting the cord in favor of streaming or over-the-air content and companies like Time Warner are starting to feel it. Time Warner Cable (TWC) lost 129,000 video subscribers in the final quarter of 2012. Over the course of 2011, 453,000 customers dropped the service. That’s a significant part of their subscriber base, which almost certainly has Time Warner a bit worried. Though subscribers were down, Time Warner is actually sitting at a happy place in terms of revenue. The company says that revenue stayed about the same in 2011 thanks to raised prices and more customers adding additional tiers of service. Customers are subscribing to bigger bundles, but, interestingly enough, they’re dropping premium channels like HBO and Showtime. Source: Home Media MagazinePosted Fri Jan 27, 2012 at 07:00 AM PST by: -
'Transformers Prime: Season One' Blu-ray Detailed[teaser]The first season of the hit animated series which will "roll out" on Blu-ray this March has now been fully detailed. [/teaser] As previously reported, Shout Factory will release 'Transformers Prime: Season One' on Blu-ray on March 6. From Roberto Orci and Alex Kurtzman, the writing team behind the megablockbuster Transformers feature films, and executive producer Jeff Kline comes an all-new series of sophisticated adventures for the Autobots, Decepticons and their human allies that boasts stellar computer animation and an impressive voice cast including Adam Baldwin ('Chuck'), Clancy Brown ('Lost'), Jeffrey Combs ('Re-Animator'), Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson ('G.I. JOE: Retaliation'), John Noble ('Fringe'), Tony Todd ('Final Destination') and Gina Torres ('Firefly'). 'Transformers Prime' deepens the epic mythology of both the Autobots and Decepticons, while starting fresh for a new generation of fans. Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, Arcee, Ratchet, Bulkhead, and many others are back to "roll out" against Megatron's latest attempt to conquer Earth. And Megatron proves to be more powerful than ever, having acquired a rare element that allows him mastery over life itself. 'Team Prime' may be few against the Decepticon hordes, but they find increased strength via bonds forged with three human teenagers. Make no mistake, 'Transformers Prime' delivers heavy metal action, and nail-biting suspense - but it also takes the human drama to levels as yet unseen by the franchise. The 4-disc set will feature all 26 episodes with Dolby Digital 5.1 soundtracks and supplements include: original "making of" special, audio commentaries, featurettes, animatics, and more! -- Including a 96-page Transformers: Prime prequel graphic novel by IDW Publishing! Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $49.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Transformers Prime: Season One' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under March 6.Posted Fri Jan 27, 2012 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
Aaron's Sundance 2012 Journal: Day 5[teaser]I'm convinced that the toughest part of Sundance is catching a screening that goes until midnight, and then turning around and going to a 9:00am screening the next morning. I don't do it very often, but that's what happened to me today.[/teaser] Last night I was up until midnight watching the teenage girl edition of 'Shame,' 'Young and Wild.' I was about to head over to an early screening of 'The Bachelorette,' but being up so late just floored me. I couldn't do it. I slept in and didn't make it out until noon. When I got into Park City I could hear the distant booms of the avalanche control blowing up charges in the back country to help prevent avalanches. My first order of business was to head on over to the Festival Headquarters to do some writing. Seeing movie after movie doesn't provide for my writing, so I've got to fit it in where I can. I have a bone to pick with the way they do balloting here. Some of you may have seen the picture I posted on the High-Def Digest Facebook page of the ballots they use for in-competition films here at the festival (if not it's pictured above). As you can see, the lowest score you can give a film is "fair." It's understandable why they do this. They don't want ballots being passed around with "terrible" or "this movie sucks so bad you may rethink ever watching movies again" printed on them, so instead they just say "fair." It's silly. If anything they should leave off the words and just do it by stars. Everyone knows how stars correlate into scoring movies. It's like they don't want to hurt anyone's feelings. While I was writing, a documentary was being filmed next to me. I'm not sure what it was about, but a couple of filmmakers were interviewing an Indian gentleman about the political state of India. Although I had no idea what the documentary was about, it was neat seeing something being shot right next to me. These types of things happen often up here. There have been numerous times when I've been sitting next to distribution people as they discuss the details of buying movies that the general public are going to be seeing during the next year. It's kind of crazy watching these movie deals taking place over a cup of coffee at a small table in a hotel lobby. Later I went to my first movie of the day called 'For a Good Time, Call…' There have been a couple raunchy movies starring women at this year's festival. 'For a Good Time, Call…' a movie about two girls who start a phone sex line, owes a lot to 'Bridesmaids.' It almost seems like this movie, featuring two girls behaving like horny guys, couldn't have been made and accepted if it wasn't for a movie like 'Bridesmaids.' I actually enjoyed the movie. It's funny, and has some great cameos. It could probably be helped by an additional edit, but it's definitely going to be seeing a wide audience at some point. When the movie was over Luke and I decided to head up to Main Street to check out the Sundance Channel Headquarters, and to also see Luke get his hair done by the Axe hair people. Luke was in the middle of his haircut when they made him get out of his chair. We waited for a while, then David Duchovny came walking down the stairs and sat in the chair. He was funny, but you could tell he didn't want to be there. They only wanted to take his picture of him in front of Axe product. He even said, "You can give me a product to hold if you want." Then the hairdresser who was doing Luke's hair, asked, "So, what are we going to do here?" Duchovny looked distressed and quickly blurted, "Huh?! We're doing something? No I'm fine." We found out a bit later that he's a stickler for his hair and he was genuinely freaking out because he thought they were going to style his hair for him. Soon after that Vera Farmiga walked by (she's even hotter in person). When we were leaving Ty Burrell (Phil Dunphy) was being mobbed outside on the street by a gang of fans. Oh, and Brie Larson was walking around Main Street talking on her phone. I've seen more celebrities this year than any of my other years at the festival combined. After that we headed back down to the theaters for 'Safety Not Guaranteed.' Starring Aubrey Plaza, Jake Johnson, and Mark Duplass, this is probably my favorite movie at the festival this year. I've seen 15 or so films this far, and this is the one that felt like the most complete narrative. So many of the full-length features have felt good, but in need of one or two edits. This one is perfect the way it is. A quirky movie about the concept of time travel. It's definitely one you should keep a look out for. 'The Surrogate' was my next movie. You know you're at Sundance when you see a John Hawkes film. This is probably the performance of his career, and considering his body of work, that's saying a lot. He plays a paralyzed man who lives his life in an iron lung. He's a brilliant poet, but types every word with a rod he holds in his mouth as he taps keys on a keyboard. His only dream is to have sex. He comes into contact with a sex therapist played by Helen Hunt, who helps him achieve his goal. It's an extremely moving film. I know I said 'Safety Not Guaranteed' was my favorite movie, but 'The Surrogate' comes really close. I had planned to head back home after that movie, but for some reason decided to stay for the late showing of 'John Dies at the End.' It didn't start until 10:00pm and I debated a few times about stepping out of line and heading home. I was planning on seeing a 9:00am screening the next morning, but I really wanted to see this one. So, I decided to do it – a decision I would regret in the future. The only way to explain 'John Dies at the End' is this: 'Supernatural' on acid. It's hilarious for the first 40 minutes, but soon overstays its welcome. Still, a decent effort for a comedic horror/supernatural film. It kind of has a dark 'Donnie Darko' feel to it. That was it. I was beat. I'd only planned on staying for three movies and being back at home before 9:00. Instead I was getting home at well after midnight, completely smashed, and ready to wake up at 6:45am the next morning to make it for my 9:00am screening. I'll let you know tomorrow if I actually survived.Posted Thu Jan 26, 2012 at 02:45 PM PST by: -
'The Adventures of Tintin' Blu-ray and Blu-ray 3D Pre-orders Live[teaser]The hit CGI animated adventure is in the works for Blu-ray and Blu-ray 3D! [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Paramount Is preparing 'The Adventures of Tintin' and 'The Adventures of Tintin - 3D' for a home video release in the near future. From Academy Award®-winning filmmakers Steven Spielberg and Peter Jackson comes the epic adventures of Tintin. Racing to uncover the secrets of a sunken ship that may hold a vast fortune -- but also an ancient curse -- Tintin and his loyal dog Snowy embark on an action-packed journey around the world that critics are calling “fun for the whole family.”* *ABC-TV (Chicago). Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $44.99 and the Blu-ray 3D is $54.99. You can find the latest specs for 'The Adventures of Tintin' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under PENDING.Posted Thu Jan 26, 2012 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
Analyst Says Same-Day Theatrical and VOD Releases Would Help Industry[teaser]He says that folks who are planning on seeing movies in theaters won't be swayed by the VOD offerings. [/teaser] Despite the recent outcry from movie theaters, Richard Greenfield of BTIG says that same day VOD wouldn't hurt movie theaters a bit. If anything, he says, it will help the industry as a whole. Greenfield says that offering a same day VOD release is a great step toward cutting down on piracy. After all, some piracy occurs simply because there isn't another way to get the product digitally. He also says that this will create far more income for the studios, giving them 80 percent of the money coming in, rather than the 50 percent they get from theaters. "The reality is most people who were planning to go out to the movies would still go out," says Greenfield, suggesting that movie going is about the social experience and not just the movie itself. With premium VOD, he says that "studios would now capture consumers who were not/could not get out to a movie." Source: Home Media MagazinePosted Thu Jan 26, 2012 at 11:00 AM PST by: -
'National Lampoon's The Legend of Awesomest Maximus ' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The outrageous sword and sandal spoof charges onto Blu-ray in March. [/teaser] In a recent press announcement, Image Entertainment says they will release 'National Lampoon's The Legend of Awesomest Maximus' on Blu-ray on March 20. 'National Lampoon’s The Legend of Awesomest Maximus' is an epic comedy that’s as big and bold as its name, a movie with the courage and strength to spoof the sword and sandal genre with hilarious take-offs that skewer every gladiator cliché from '300' to 'Braveheart.' This is the wild and bawdy brand of humor that’s become synonymous with the National Lampoon brand in classic films like 'Animal House' and 'Vacation.' 'National Lampoon’s The Legend of Awesomest Maximus' is from the director of 'Revenge of the Nerds,' and it’s easily the most outrageous parody in years. Finally a film with more laughs than 'Gladiator,' hotter bods than 'Troy,' and army of more men than '300' – well, one more man! Horny King Looney of Troy (Rip Torn, 'Men in Black') sends slacker general Awesomest Maximus (Will Sasso, “Mad TV,” 'The Three Stooges') to maintain peace with rival King Erotic of Greece. But when Prince Orlando, who's more into fashion than fighting, steals the King's wife Ellen (Sophie Monk, 'Date Movie') to be his BFF, it's war! Will Awesomest live up to his godly destiny? Can he defeat the mighty warrior Testiclees (Ian Ziering, “Beverly Hills 90210”)? Can he light a fire under his gold-digging wife Hotessa (Kristanna Loken, 'Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines')? The only thing that can be predicted is that this is one savagely funny farce from the people know how to throw a toga party! Co-starring Tony Cox ('Bad Santa'), Deon Richmond ('Not Another Teen Movie,' 'Hatchet') and Russell Peters ('New Year’s Eve'), with rapper Ludacris as narrator, a bevy of beautiful slave girls and a giant “Trojan Penis” 'National Lampoon’s The Legend of Awesomest Maximus' is one of the most unforgettable comedies you’ll see this year - one might even say, it’s the most awesomest comedy of the year! The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a Dolby Digital 5.1 soundtrack, and no supplements seem to be included with this release. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.97. You can find the latest specs for 'National Lampoon's The Legend of Awesomest Maximus' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under March 20.Posted Thu Jan 26, 2012 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
Netflix Drops Plans to Rent Videogames[teaser]It's no surprise that the company won't be adding more physical media to the lineup. [/teaser] Netflix has been going through a transformation recently. The company has been switching focus to streaming videos and all but ignoring physical media. They even tried, and failed, to start up a spinoff called Qwickster just for DVD and Blu-ray rental. The company confirmed in its fourth quarter earnings report that there will be no videogames coming to Netflix. We've heard since early on that Netflix has been considering adding games to its rental options, but the focus on streaming seals the deal. Then again, with streaming games gaining a foothold, Netflix could always approach things from a different route. Netflix also mentioned in this call that they're looking into 3D streaming, but there were no specifics laid out. Source: EngadgetPosted Thu Jan 26, 2012 at 09:30 AM PST by:
