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'The Medallion' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The 2003 action-comedy starring Jackie Chan is going Blu in June. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Image Entertainment has revealed 'The Medallion' for Blu-ray on June 21. Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $17.97. You can find the latest specs for 'The Medallion' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under June 21.Posted Fri Mar 11, 2011 at 08:00 AM PST by: -
'Murdoch Mysteries: Season 3' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The third season of the Canadian crime drama is coming to Blu-ray in May. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Acorn Media has just revealed 'Murdoch Mysteries: Season 3' for Blu-ray on May 3. With a total of 25 Gemini® nominations to its credit, this sharp, sophisticated mystery series features Yannick Bisson ('Sue Thomas: F.B.Eye') as William Murdoch, a Toronto police detective at the cutting edge of Victorian science. Together with a forward-thinking pathologist (Gemini® winner Hélène Joy, 'Durham County'), he applies revolutionary criminology techniques to crack the toughest cases. This season finds Murdoch making the acquaintance of H.G. Wells, teaming up a second time with Nikola Tesla, investigating art forgery, and using the fledgling science of psychology to out the era’s most elusive murderers. Season 3 nominated for five Gemini® Awards, including best writing. Specs have yet to be revealed for the three disc set, but supplements will include Behind-the-scenes featurettes (9 min.) and an Episode 13 alternate ending. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $69.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Murdoch Mysteries: Season 3' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under May 3.Posted Fri Mar 11, 2011 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
'The Incredibles' Blu-ray Detailed[teaser]The Pixar smash hit hitting Blu-ray in April has been fully detailed! [/teaser] As previously reported, Disney/Buena Vista is working on the animated superhero blockbuster 'The Incredibles' starring the voices of Craig T. Nelson, Holly Hunter, Jason Lee, and Samuel L. Jackson for a Blu-ray release on April 12. The film is about a family of undercover superheroes trying to live the quiet suburban life and are forced into action to save the world. The release will be 4-disc set consisting of two Blu-rays, a DVD, and a digital copy with 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include Jack-Jack Attack Film Short and Boundin’ (2003 Oscar-nominated Best Animated Short). New features include: The Incredibles Revisited – A roundtable discussion with Writer/Director Brad Bird, Producer John Walker, Story Supervisor Mark Andrews, Supervising Technical Director Rick Sayre, Production Designer Lou Romano, Character Designer Teddy Newton, and Supervising Animator Tony Fucile; Paths To Pixar: Story Artists – Continuing the popular bonus feature series that viewers have seen on many other Disney•Pixar releases, this exciting new feature showcases multiple Pixar story artists giving viewers exciting insight into their work, their inspiration and the personal paths that eventually led them to a career at Pixar; Studio Stories: Gary’s Birthday – Trying to make a movie when there are not enough work days and too many birthday parties? This feature showcases how The Incredibles crew solved that problem; Ending With A Bang: Making The End Credits – Interview with Director of Photography Andy Jimenez and Character Designer Teddy Newton about the process of creating the end credits for the film; and The New Nomanisan” Island Redevelopment Plan – A guided tour of Nomanisan Island, post-Syndrome, pitching the island as a vacation resort paradise. A trailer for the Blu-ray has also been posted online and it can be viewed below: Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $45.99. You can find the latest specs for 'The Incredibles' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under April 12.Posted Thu Mar 10, 2011 at 12:45 PM PST by: -
HDD Deal of the Day: 'The Sound of Music: Limited Edition Collector's Set' Blu-ray $39.49 at Amazon[teaser]The hills are alive... for under $40 in Amazon's Deal of the Day! [/teaser] The online retailer is now selling 'The Sound of Music: Limited Edition Collector's Set' for $39.49 (56% off suggested retail price). The release includes the Blu-ray/DVD combo pack, 45th anniversary soundtrack, 100-page scrapbook, snapshots from Salzburg, reproduction of the original 1965 souvenir program, and an exclusive "My Favorite Things" music box with letter of authenticity. The Gold Box offer can be viewed here and will only last until midnight PST.Posted Thu Mar 10, 2011 at 11:00 AM PST by: -
'Apt Pupil' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]Bryan Singer's 1998 Stephen King adaptation is hitting Blu-ray in June. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Image Entertainment says 'Apt Pupil' is coming to Blu-ray on June 7. The thriller is about a boy (the late Brad Renfro) who blackmails his neighbor (Ian McKellen) after he suspects him of being a Nazi war criminal. Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements will include a making-of featurette. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $17.97. You can find the latest specs for 'Apt Pupil' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under June 7.Posted Thu Mar 10, 2011 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
3D Glasses Standard is in the Works[teaser]The Consumer Electronics Association has started work on a new standards project. [/teaser] With every new technological advance comes a divergence in methods, and 3D is no different. The potential advantages of being the number one source for 3D has spurred on competition, but in some cases it also caused big problems, such as a lack of compatibility. "The expanding presence of 3DTV in the home makes the need for interoperable 3D glasses more urgent than ever," says CEA's research and standards VP Brian Markwalter. "Industry participation will help meet consumer demand and expectations regarding 3D interoperability in the home." The CEA is accepting proposals until March 31, after which the basis for standardization will be determined. Source: TWICEPosted Thu Mar 10, 2011 at 09:00 AM PST by: -
HDD Spotlight Bargain: 'Ernest Goes to Camp/Ernest Goes to Jail' Blu-ray $8.99 at Amazon[teaser] Hey Vern... The Jim Varney Blu-ray double feature is now under $9 at Amazon! [/teaser] The online retailer is selling 'Ernest Goes to Camp/Ernest Goes to Jail' on Blu-ray for $8.99 (40% off the suggested list price). Click here to pick up this nostalgic comedy collection today!Posted Thu Mar 10, 2011 at 08:00 AM PST by: -
Netflix Stock Drops Sharply With Launch of New Streaming Contenders[teaser]The stock continues to decline as more competition comes into view. [/teaser] Netflix stock started a climb last February and seemed nearly unstoppable. In May of 2010 it reached a value of $100, it broke $150 in September and reached $200 for the first time in December. It's a huge climb in a short amount of time. On February 14th, Netflix stock nearly reached $250 a share, but the leaks and eventually the announcement of the Amazon Prime streaming service on February 22 brought stock down to around $200. After the announcement of the availability of 'The Dark Knight' on Facebook, Netflix shares tumbled further. It hasn't been a good few weeks for the company. Source: Yahoo FinancePosted Thu Mar 10, 2011 at 07:00 AM PST by: -
'True Grit (2010)' Announced and Detailed for Blu-ray[teaser]Saddle up! The Coen Brothers' acclaimed western remake will be riding onto Blu-ray this summer. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Paramount is readying 'True Grit (2010)' for Blu-ray on June 7. The gritty and memorable film has been embraced by audiences and critics alike, earning over $165 million at the U.S. box office, nominated for 10 Academy Awards and named by more than 75 reviewers as one of the top 10 films of the year. The original 'True Grit' starring John Wayne in his Academy Award-winning performance has already been released on Blu-ray. This release will be a Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy combo pack will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: Mattie’s True Grit, From Bustles to Buckskin—Dressing for the 1880s, Re-Creating Fort Smith, and The Cast. Blu-ray exclusives include: Colts, Winchesters & Remingtons: The Guns of a Post-Civil War Western, Charles Portis—The Greatest Writer You’ve Never Heard Of…, The Cinematography of True Grit, and Theatrical Trailer. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.99. You can find the latest specs for 'True Grit (2010)' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under June 7.Posted Wed Mar 9, 2011 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
Save $5 on 'Jackass 3' Blu-ray[teaser]Print out a $5 off coupon for the third chapter in ultimate stupidity on Blu-ray! [/teaser] Coupons.com is running a coupon offer to save $5 on 'Jackass 3' on Blu-ray. The entire Jackass crew— including Johnny Knoxville, Bam Margera, Steve-O, Chris Pontius, Preston Lacy and Jason “Wee Man” Acuna—returns for more side-splitting lunacy and cringe-inducing stunts. From wild animal face-offs to pitiless practical jokes and logic-defying acts of guaranteed pain and suffering, 'JACKASS 3' reaches new heights in the pursuit of the inventively insane. Click this link to access to the page where you can print out your coupon valid at participating retail stores. Note that this coupon requires the installation of special coupon printing software, and the coupon expires March 31.Posted Wed Mar 9, 2011 at 11:45 AM PST by:
