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'Film Socialisme' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]Jean-Luc Godard's acclaimed 2010 drama is being prepped for Blu-ray in the new year. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Kino Video says 'Film Socialisme' starring Jean-Marc Stehlé, Agatha Couture and Mathias Domahidy will hit Blu-ray on January 10. A symphony in three movements. Things such as a Mediterranean cruise, numerous conversations, in numerous languages, between the passengers, almost all of whom are on holiday... Our Europe. At night, a sister and her younger brother have summoned their parents to appear before the court of their childhood. The children demand serious explanations of the themes of Liberty, Equality and Fraternity. Our humanities. Visits to six sites of true or false myths: Egypt, Palestine, Odessa, Hellas, Naples and Barcelona. Specs, supplements, and suggested list price have yet to be revealed. You can find the latest specs for 'Film Socialisme' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under January 10.Posted Fri Nov 4, 2011 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
Warner, Universal, and Sony Pictures Post Profits for the Quarter[teaser]Despite plenty of panic, movie studios are doing just fine. [/teaser] Though movie studios speak doom because of piracy and low attendance rates, they've done incredibly well in the second quarter of 2011. Warner Bros. did particularly well, bringing in $524 million, spurred on by the final 'Harry Potter' movie. That's a 162 percent increase over 2010, when they brought in $324 million. In all, the company is expected to have 19 percent greater revenue in 2011. Sony Pictures brought in a ton of cash too - an income of $278 million. It's a good chunk of change, especially when compared to last year's loss of $58 million. Universal brought in a 20 percent increase that was helped along by DVD and Blu-ray sales. Source: Home Media MagazinePosted Fri Nov 4, 2011 at 09:00 AM PDT by: -
'Sinners and Saints' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]An old school action movie will be taking no prisoners on Blu-ray in January. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Starz/Anchor Bay is working on 'Sinners and Saints' for Blu-ray on January 10. Directed by William Kaufman ('The Hit List,' 'One In the Chamber'), 'Sinners and Saints' boasts a powerhouse action-genre cast including Johnny Strong ('Black Hawk Down,' 'The Fast and the Furious'), Kevin Phillips ('Notorious,' 'Pride'), Costas Mandylor ('Saw 3D: The Final Chapter – VII'), Sean Patrick Flanery ('Boondock Saints' & 'Boondock Saints II,' 'Saw3D: The Final Chapter'), legendary UFC Champion Bas Rutten ('Paul Blart: Mall Cop,' 'Here Comes the Boom'), Clifford “Method Man” Smith ('How High,' 'The Fast and the Furious'), Kim Coates ('Black Hawk Down,' “Sons of Anarchy”), Louis Mandylor ('My Big Fat Greek Wedding'), Jolene Blalock (“Star Trek: Enterprise”), and Oscar® nominee Tom Berenger ('Inception,' 'Training Day,' 'Platoon'). Location: New Orleans, post-Katrina. As the leader of an elite “Street Crimes” task force squad, New Orleans Detective Sean Reilly (Strong) is trying to cope with the death of his young son and the abandonment of his wife. But when a routine warrant “serve” results in an ambush and the vicious murder of his partner, this may be the last straw that finally sends Sean over the edge. Re-assigned by his mentor Captain Trahan (Berenger), Sean and Det. Will Ganz (Kevin Phillips) investigate a baffling gangland homicide. As the clues stack up on the case, Sean and Will realize that Colin (Flanery), one of Sean’s childhood friends, and a security contractor just back from the Middle East, seems to be at the center of their horrible case. The two quickly realize there is something far more sinister going on than either could have ever imagined. So, buckle up for non-stop thrills with high-powered gunfights, bloody fistfights, high-octane car chases and 100% adrenaline-rushing action! The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a Dolby TrueHD 5.1 soundtrack, and there doesn't appear to be any supplements. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $24.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Sinners and Saints' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under January 10.Posted Fri Nov 4, 2011 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
Samsung is No Longer Working on Hybrid Active/Passive 3D TVs[teaser]Their partner in the project, RealD, is looking for someone to pick up where Samsung left off. [/teaser] Manufacturers still aren't on one page when it comes to 3D. The debate between active and passive technologies goes on, and it's going to keep going on for the foreseeable future. We had a glimmer of hope though, in a project that was being worked on by Samsung and technology leader RealD. They planned to create TVs that could be used by people with active 3D glasses and passive 3D glasses alike. Today the folks at RealD announced that the project would no longer be moving forward. Apparently RealD's revised license agreement didn't meet with Samsung's approval and the TV maker has stepped away. RealD is now searching out new companies to partner with. Source: TwicePosted Fri Nov 4, 2011 at 07:00 AM PDT by: -
'The Reunion' Wal-mart Exclusive Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The crime drama with a very limited theatrical run will bail out Blu-ray next week. [/teaser] In a rather late press announcement, Vivendi is about to release 'The Reunion' on Blu-ray on November 8 exclusively at Wal-Mart. After the death of her father, a daughter (Amy Smart) is charged with fulfilling her father's last wish - to bring his three sons back together... Sam (WWE Superstar John Cena), a hardened cop currently on suspension; Leo, (Ethan Embry) a loud-mouthed overbearing bail bondsman and Douglas, a handsome 20-year old thief fresh out of prison. When Leo discovers the con he pledged a lot of money for is suspected of kidnapping one of the wealthiest men in the country, he convinces his two brothers to join him on what will become a dangerous, yet exhilarating adventure. Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.95. You can find the latest specs for 'The Reunion' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under November 8.Posted Fri Nov 4, 2011 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'Dragon Tattoo Trilogy: Extended Editions' Blu-ray Delayed[teaser]The extended editions of the original Swedish films based on the Stieg Larsson trilogy are now coming in December. [/teaser] As previously reported, Music Box Films was bringing 'Dragon Tattoo Trilogy: Extended Editions' to Blu-ray on November 22, but now the date looks to be December 6. The theatrical editions have already been released on Blu-ray: 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo,' 'The Girl Who Played with Fire,' and 'The Girl Who Kicked the Hornets' Nest.' The Dragon Tattoo Trilogy: Extended Edition, at 9 hours, is the most complete film version of Stieg Larsson's international best-selling books available, including over 2 hours of additional, never-before-seen feature content. This unique and extended mix of the original Swedish footage includes additional character development and narrative that more faithfully tracks the books. Previously only available in Europe, this final version is a must-see for Dragon Tattoo and Lisbeth Salander fans in the US. Suggested list price for the 4-disc Blu-ray set is $79.95. You can find the latest specs for 'Dragon Tattoo Trilogy: Extended Editions' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under December 6.Posted Thu Nov 3, 2011 at 12:30 PM PDT by: -
High-Def Holidays: Remember, Remember the Blus of Novemberby Dick Ward [teaser]It's November and that means it's time to celebrate Thanksgiving. Turkeys and pilgrims and Indians and all that jazz. Or if you're one of those people who watched 'V for Vendetta' and pretend they were familiar with the holiday before hand - Guy Fawkes Day. It's also a time that the really exciting holidays get overlooked. Just because no one else is celebrating them doesn't mean you can't, so check out our list and put on a Blu-ray or two to celebrate your favorite oddball holidays.[/teaser] Aviation Month How can we even talk about putting planes in the air without taking a look at one of the biggest and most eccentric men in the business. ' The Aviator' is a landmark film and a fascinating character study. It's so good I'm not even going to make any bad puns. Go get the Blu-ray before it flies off the shelf - you don't want to have to wing it. Oh, I lied about the puns. November 4th - National Candy Day I really love candy. I'm like a five year old with the stuff - I'd eat it all day if I could. Though, if I had to describe every piece of candy I've ever had in two words I wouldn't have to pause long. "Truly Scrumptious" is the perfect description and it comes straight from a book written by 'James Bond' creator Ian Fleming and the movie adaptation written by Roald Dahl. That's right , ' Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.' November 8th - Election Day Politics are so exhausting. These days you're faced with a lot more than just what politician you'll vote for, but what paper you'll read, what channel you'll watch and what soon to be out of date bumper stickers you're going to slap on your car. Take your mind off of all the backstabbing and manipulation with a movie about, well, backstabbing and manipulation. 'Election' stars Matthew Broderick and Reese Witherspoon and is awesome. November 10th - Marines Established The anniversary of the founding of the United States Marine Corps should be held in high esteem, so to celebrate, watch something that they hold in high esteem. 'Starship Troopers' is the only science fiction tale to appear on the Marine's list of recommended books. But you can't watch a book on your 65 inch screen, so grab the Blu-ray instead. November 13th - 'Fantasia' Released My parents went to see 'Fantasia' back when they were dating. Neither of them had seen the film and they had no idea what to expect, so when a few of the reels were put in backwards, they just assumed it was the way the movie went. The Blu-ray version is far more accurate. November 14th - National Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day So I've been meaning to talk to you about the refrigerator. I mean, I know it's hard to remember to check the dates on the mustard and the cheese but that box of wine has been in there for months. What if I want to have girls over? Worse yet, what if there's a nuclear war and we need to survive it 'Kingdom of the Crystal Skull' style? So get cleaning. Week 3- American Education Week Look, I wanted to highlight 'Stand and Deliver' because the story is inspiring and Edward James Olmos is so good in it. But that's not on Blu-ray so you get the film that put Ian McKellan in the forefront of my mind when thinking of awesome actors. ' Apt Pupil' is technically about education and it takes place in America. So it counts. Also I still think it's a pretty sweet movie despite receiving pretty mediocre reviews. November 20th - National Children's Day As children we just want to be adults and as adults we just want to go back to being children. There are a few movies that satisfy both desires at once. In particular, this year's big summer release 'Super 8.' It has all the whimsy of a kids movie but with tremendous adult sensibilities. November 26th - National Cake Day You're going to want to be off of the internet for this one or you're just going to see "the cake is a lie" written everywhere by people who may or may not have played the game that inspired the line. Rather than take out your aggression by typing angrily, just watch Daniel Craig take out his aggression in 'Layer Cake.' He's better at it anyway.Posted Thu Nov 3, 2011 at 11:50 AM PDT by: -
LG Internet TVs Get Ads[teaser]Well that didn't take long, did it? [/teaser] People are using internet connected televisions to access their favorite streaming services and play with on-board applications. And whenever there's something that attracts the eyeballs of gobs of people, ads are soon to follow. In-app advertising support was created by the folks at YuMe, and it's already incorporated into the software development kit that goes out to those interested in making an app for LG's televisions. The first advertiser up is Toyota, who is drawing attention to the new 2012 Camry. The good news is that it sounds like the ads will have to be placed into applications by the developers, meaning that this could simply result in both free and paid versions of apps like you'll find on smart phone markets. It doesn't sound like, at least initially, these ads will be appearing anywhere except apps that specifically enable them. Source: TWICEPosted Thu Nov 3, 2011 at 11:00 AM PDT by: -
'Day of the Dead - 3D' Announced for Blu-ray 3D[teaser]Steve Miner's remake of George A. Romero's zombie film is coming to the third dimension this February. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, First Look Studios seems to be working on 'Day of the Dead - 3D' starring Ving Rhames, Mena Suvari, and Nick Cannon for Blu-ray 3D on February 7. You can check out our review for the previously released Blu-ray here. The Blu-ray 3D will feature 1080p video, a Dolby TrueHD 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements have yet to be revealed. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $34.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Day of the Dead - 3D' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 7.Posted Thu Nov 3, 2011 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
Nippon Electric's "Invisible Glass" Almost Eliminates Reflections[teaser]The possible applications for TVs could be very exciting. [/teaser] The folks at Nippon Electric Glass have created something new that seems like it could have some very exciting uses in home theater. It's a new type of glass that reflects nearly all of the light that hits it. Normal glass reflects eight percent of light while the new tech that's been dubbed "invisible glass" reflects just a half of a percent. The human eye works based on reflected light. Light reflecting off of objects hits the eye and that gets turned into the images that we see. An object with nearly no light bouncing off of it, therefore, is nearly invisible to the human eye, making "invisible glass" live up to its moniker. No light reflecting off of the glass also means a very limited amount of glare when lights are shining directly at it. Imagine that in a plasma set. It also stands to reason that more light getting through the glass would also mean that TVs wouldn't need to be as bright with this new glass, and could save energy and add life to the set itself. As it is with almost all display technologies - OLED, AMOLED, glasses-free 3D - expect this one to start off in smaller screens like the ones on cell phones, tablets and digital cameras. Source: PetaPixelPosted Thu Nov 3, 2011 at 09:00 AM PDT by:
