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Redbox Comes to Chicago Train Stations[teaser]The move is designed to improve the experience for commuters while getting the city some cash in the process. [/teaser] When reading through the results of a survey given out recently, Chicago mayor Rahm Emanuel noticed one word popping up over and over again - Redbox. Folks that want a little more convenience on their trip home from work, and providing Redbox kiosks would certainly make things easier. One less stop on the way home is well worth it. Emanuel acted on that request and is having a total of 11 kiosks installed at train stations across the city. It's not just for the rail riders though. "This is an opportunity for CTA to gain non fare-box revenue as well as offer an amenity we know our customers want," says Chicago Transport Authority president Forrest Claypool. This is an interesting move for the city and will certainly be watched by other city governments looking for a way to offer more services while making more money. Source: Home Media MagazinePosted Thu Dec 22, 2011 at 11:00 AM PST by: -
'Thou Shalt Not Kill... Except' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The cult 1985 film also known as 'Stryker's War' is going high-def in March! [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Synapse Films has revealed 'Thou Shalt Not Kill... Except' starring Sam Raimi, Ted Raimi, Scott Spiegel, and Brian Schulz will be hitting Blu-ray on March 13. In Vietnam in 1969 Marine Sergeant Jack Stryker takes two bullets in the leg just outside a Vietcong occupied village and is rescued by a friend, blazing a bullet-strewn path out of the hellish jungle, entirely wiping out the enemy. He returns home to his girlfriend hoping for a life of quiet. But when his girlfriend is abducted by a frightening Manson-like cult of drug-addled cretins led by a vicious leader, Stryker gathers together three of his old marine buddies, and the quartet form a deadly revenge-seeking death squad. Specs have yet to be revealed, but the release will be a Blu-ray/DVD Combo Pack and will feature an all-new high-definition 2k digital restoration from the original negative and supplements will include: The Original Super 8mm short film, Stryker's War Short Film, starring Bruce Campbell!; Made in Michigan: The Making of Thou Shalt Not Kill… Except - Featurette; Two Audio Commentaries Featuring Director Josh Becker, Bruce Campbell and Star Brian Schulz; All-New Video Interview with Bruce Campbell; Deleted Scene with Optional Director's Commentary; Alternate Title Sequence; Original Theatrical Trailer; and Reversible Cover Artwork. Suggested list price is still undetermined at this time. You can find the latest specs for 'Thou Shalt Not Kill... Except' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under March 13.Posted Thu Dec 22, 2011 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
Onkyo Brings Picture-in-Picture Source Previews to 2012 Receivers[teaser]They're also adding MHL compatibility for cell phones and tablets. [/teaser] Picture-in-picture isn't a new feature in and of itself. It's something that's been offered for a while and it makes TV viewing a much improved experience for some folks. Onkyo's new receivers will be offering something similar but much more interesting. With their 2012 line of receivers you'll be able to use a feature called InstaPrevue to bring up a picture-in-picture view of any of your HDMI or MHL inputs. It's a nice addition that will certainly have a few really worthwhile uses. The other new addition to Onkyo's receivers is MHL compatibility. MHL is the high def output used most often with phones and tablets and usually requires a converter to get to your TV. Source: OnkyoPosted Thu Dec 22, 2011 at 09:00 AM PST by: -
Fox Partners with Shazam for 'Glee: The Concert Movie' Now Available on Blu-ray![teaser]Experience your favorite stars, more performances, and GLEEful moments using Shazam! [/teaser] Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment has teamed with Shazam® to present an industry first – the premiere of the first Shazam-enabled Blu-ray and DVD with the release of 'Glee: The Concert Movie' on December 20th. 'Glee: The Concert Movie' stars Lea Michele, Jane Lynch, Cory Monteith, Chris Colfer, Dianna Agron, Darren Criss, Mark Salling, Naya Rivera, Heather Morris and the rest of the GLEE cast and is packed with new exciting never-before-seen and extended performances, clips of fans’ favorite characters, exclusive extras and more. Fans watching 'Glee: The Concert Movie' on Blu-ray and DVD will see Shazam prompts on the screen alerting them to a Shazamable moment. Using their smartphones, fans can “tag” the movie when prompted to unlock exclusive content, including: ● Song lyrics in time with the music using the LyricPlay feature; ● Exclusive behind the scenes footage not seen in theaters; ● Exclusive photos of the cast; and, ● Trivia about one of FOX’s most popular shows ● Offers for Glee Seasons 1 and 2 on DVD as well as Glee merchandise Every time people use Shazam while watching the movie, their tag will live on in their Tag List, giving them access to the extras that they can “snack on” anytime and anywhere, so they can be engaged with the movie even when they’re not near a TV! Additionally, with the Shazam Friends feature, they can share their finds with their Facebook friends. “The Shazam App lets fans interact with 'Glee: The Concert Movie' in a way that’s never been done before,” said Mary Daily, Executive Vice President, Marketing for Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment. “Working with Shazam underscores our commitment to leverage technology innovations to deliver the very best entertainment experiences to fans.” "Incorporating Shazam for TV into a DVD or Blu-Ray release is a perfect fit for what Shazam is known for – discovering more about entertainment,” said David Jones, Shazam’s Executive Vice President, Marketing. “For many years, people have been using Shazam to unlock information about the songs they love, so working with Fox Home Entertainment to give people a truly interactive experience with the 'Glee: The Concert Movie' DVD is a natural next step in the expansion of what people can do with the Shazam App on their mobile device.” Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $34.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Glee: The Concert Movie' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under December 20.Posted Thu Dec 22, 2011 at 08:00 AM PST by: -
Samsung Teases "The Future of Smart TV" at CES 2012[teaser]They're saving the details for January, but they want you excited now. Get excited![/teaser] Samsung has something big planned for CES 2012 in January and they want folks to get excited. They've released a video to get people pumped and to hint at some of the things coming in the near future. Samsung says that we can look forward to "the future of Smart TVs" which brings up so many possibilities. It could be a Samsung Google TV - one was rumored for CES 2011 after all. It could, of course, be some sort of proprietary hardware and software suite that has nothing to do with what's out there today. Samsung says that there are a few hints in the video, but that nothing will be officially revealed. With just one or two viewings under our belts, all we saw of note was the final clip which showed tablet use to interact with the set - anything we missed? Source: SamsungPosted Thu Dec 22, 2011 at 07:00 AM PST by: -
'Dr. Seuss' The Cat in the Hat' Blu-ray Dated and Detailed[teaser]The live-action adaptation of the classic children's book is coming to Blu-ray in February. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Universal is preparing 'Dr. Seuss' The Cat in the Hat' starring Mike Myers for Blu-ray on February 7. Grab a place on the couch, or go find a seat. For you're in for a wonderful Dr. Seuss treat! The Cat in the Hat who goes by that name, is played by Mike Myers of comedy fame! It starts with two kids on a cold, cold wet day. Their mom is at work and they've no games to play! Then in walks the fun in the form of a Cat, who pulls out the laughs from the brim of his hat. Things really get wild when the Cat and his crew (who go by the name of Thing One and Thing Two), Take over the house of Conrad and Sally -- In this fine family film that's right up your alley! The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include: Audio Commentary with Alec Baldwin and Bo Welch, deleted scenes, outtakes, Dance-A-Long with The Cat, and twelve behind-the-scenes featurettes. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray will be is $19.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Dr. Seuss' The Cat in the Hat' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 7.Posted Thu Dec 22, 2011 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
'The Lion King 1½' and 'The Lion King 2: Simba's Pride' Blu-rays Announced and Detailed[teaser]The two animated sequels previously only available in 'The Lion King Trilogy' 8-disc boxed set are getting individual combo releases in March. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Disney/Buena Vista says 'The Lion King 1½' and 'The Lion King 2: Simba's Pride' are coming to Blu-ray on March 6. 'The Lion King 1½' - Hilarity reigns in the motion picture comedy-adventure that takes you waaay back to the beginning before Simba’s tale began…now more fabulous than ever for the first time in a 2-disc Blu-ray Combo Pack! From their uniquely hysterical perspective, Timon and his windy pal Pumbaa—the greatest unsung heroes of the savanna—reveal where they came from, how they helped Simba save the Serengeti and what really happened behind the scenes of The Lion King’s biggest events. This essential chapter of The Lion King trilogy features your favorite characters voiced by the original cast (Nathan Lane, Matthew Broderick, Ernie Sabella plus Julie Kavner and Jerry Stiller) and music by Elton John and Tim Rice. You’ll feel the love for every outrageously funny moment. The Blu-ray/DVD combo pack will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: Timon & Pumbaa's Vacation Safari animated feature, Deleted scenes hosted by director Bradley Raymond and producer George Mendoza, Timon: Behind the Legend, Before the Beginning: The Making of Lion King 1½, and "Grazing in the Grass" music video by Raven. 'The Lion King 2: Simba's Pride' - The king of animated films reigns in this final chapter of The Lion King trilogy, now breathtakingly beautiful for the first time in a 2-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack! Experience the power of “Upendi”—which means “love”—as Kiara, Simba’s strong-willed daughter, seeks adventure away from her father’s watchful gaze. Timon and Pumbaa can do only so much to protect her, especially when she encounters an intriguing rival, Kovu, a cub who is being groomed to lead Scar’s pride. As Kiara and Kovu search for their proper places in the great “Circle Of Life,” they discover that it may be their destiny to reunite their prides andbring peace to the Pride Lands. Featuring the original all-star voice cast, breathtaking animation and enchanting songs, Kiara and Kovu’s adventure thrills audiences of all ages as the glorious “Circle Of Life” continues for a new generation. The Blu-ray/DVD combo pack will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: Timon & Pumbaa's Insectapedia animated feature, One By One animated short, Timon & Pumbaa: Find Out Why animated short series, Proud of Simba's Pride behind-the-scenes featurette, "Love Will Find a Way" music video by Kenny Lattimore and Heather Headley. Suggested list price for each Blu-ray/DVD combo pack is $39.99. You can find the latest specs for 'The Lion King 1½' and 'The Lion King 2: Simba's Pride' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where they're indexed under March 6.Posted Wed Dec 21, 2011 at 03:20 PM PST by: -
'The Rum Diary' Dated and Detailed for Blu-ray[teaser]Johnny Depp cements his love for Hunter S. Thompson on Blu-ray on Valentine's Day. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Sony is readying 'The Rum Diary' for a Blu-ray release on February 14. American journalist Paul Kemp takes on a freelance job in Puerto Rico for a local newspaper during the 1950s and struggles to find a balance between island culture and the expatriates who live there. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include: A Voice Made of Ink and Rage: Inside The Rum Diary and The Rum Diary Back-Story. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $35.99. You can find the latest specs for 'The Rum Diary' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 14.Posted Wed Dec 21, 2011 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
'Beavis & Butt-Head: Volume 4' Blu-ray Features Added[teaser]A dozen brand-new episodes of Mike Judge's iconic animated series are coming to high-definition in February, and now the supplements for the Blu-ray edition have been detailed. [/teaser] As previously reported, Paramount Home Entertainment and MTV have revealed 'Beavis & Butt-Head: Volume 4' will be released on Blu-ray on February 14. Beavis and Butt-Head, America's favorite culture critics, are back. They now have more than just music videos to make fun of: Reality TV, the Internet, and Ultimate Fighting will all be crossing their TV screen! Brought back by creator Mike Judge, Beavis and Butt-Head are dumber than ever! Specs still have yet to be revealed, but supplements will include: 2011 San Diego Comic-Con panel, Beavis & Butt-head interruptions, and "Silence Your Cell Phone" announcement. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $26.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Beavis & Butt-Head: Volume 4' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 14.Posted Wed Dec 21, 2011 at 11:00 AM PST by: -
'A Night to Remember' Dated and Detailed for Blu-ray[teaser]Roy Ward Baker's 1958 dramatization of the sinking of the Titanic will hit Blu-ray in March. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Criterion says 'A Night to Remember' will be released on Blu-ray on March 27. On April 14, 1912, just before midnight, the unsinkable Titanic struck an iceberg. In less than three hours, it had plunged to the bottom of the sea, taking with it more than 1,500 of its 2,200 passengers. 'A Night to Remember' is cinema’s finest dramatization of this monumental catastrophe. The Blu-ray will feature a 1080p digital transfer, an uncompressed mono soundtrack, and supplements include: Audio commentary by Don Lynch and Ken Marschall, author and illustrator of Titanic: An Illustrated History; The Making of A Night to Remember, a sixty-minute documentary from 1993 featuring William MacQuitty's rare behind-the-scenes footage; Archival interview with Titanic survivor Eva Hart; En natt att minas, a forty-five-minute Swedish documentary from 1962 featuring interviews with Titanic survivors; Trailer; and a booklet featuring an essay by film critic Michael Sragow. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $39.95. You can find the latest specs for 'A Night to Remember' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under March 27.Posted Wed Dec 21, 2011 at 10:00 AM PST by:
