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HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON: THE HIDDEN WORLD 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Dated and Detailed[teaser]The third chapter in the hit animated franchise is now fully detailed. [/teaser] As previously reported, Universal Studios and DreamWorks says How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World will be available on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray, and now the official date has been set for May 21. The movie will also be available via digital download on April 30 (it used to be May 7). From DreamWorks Animation comes the highly anticipated culmination of one of the most popular animated franchises in film history, How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World. What began as an unlikely friendship between an adolescent Viking and a fearsome Night Fury dragon has become an epic trilogy spanning their lives. In this next chapter, Hiccup and Toothless will finally discover their true destinies: the village chief as ruler of Berk alongside Astrid, and the dragon as leader of his own kind. As both ascend, the darkest threat they’ve yet faced—as well as the appearance of a female Night Fury—will test the bonds of their relationship like never before. The releases will feature a Dolby Atmos soundtrack and supplements include: • Alternate Opening with Intro by Writer/Director Dean DeBlois • DreamWorks Shorts: o Bilby – Directed by Liron Topaz, Pierre Perifel and JP Sans; produced by Jeff Hermann and Kelly Cooney Cilella. Threatened daily by the deadly residents and harsh environment of Australia’s Outback, a lonesome Bilby finds himself an unwitting protector, and unexpected friend, to a helpless (and quite adorable) baby bird. o Bird Karma – Directed by William Salazar and produced by Jeff Hermann, the beautifully artistic 2D short film Bird Karma tells a delightfully lyrical and fully unexpected tale of a long-legged bird’s journey of blissful joy, inescapable greed and the accidental discovery of the consequences when too much is not enough. • Deleted Scenes with Intros by Writer/Director Dean DeBlois • How to Voice Your Viking – Go behind the scenes with the cast as they record the Viking voices of HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON: THE HIDDEN WORLD. • Creating an Epic Dragon Tale – Discover what filmmakers learned while crafting this epic dragon trilogy. • How I Learned from Dragons – The diverse cast of characters reveal why they think the dragon trilogy is so special. • Brave Wilderness Presents: Nature + Dragons = Awesome – Join Coyote Peterson, host of Brave Wilderness, as he explores what it takes to make the dragon’s characters come to life. • The Dragon Sheep Chronicles – Protecting sheep from the dragons of Berk is no easy task but Hiccup has a plan. • A Deck of Dragons – Observe four new dragons as Fishlegs unveils his original deck of dragon trading cards. • Growing Up with Dragons – After years of being with these characters, hear the lasting effects of the dragon trilogy from the filmmaker’s perspective. • The Evolving Character Design of Dragons – Cast and crew reveal what it was like to evolve not only the characters of HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON: THE HIDDEN WORLD, but themselves as well. • Drawing Dragons – Get a glimpse of what goes in to designing a DreamWorks dragon. • Epic Villain – A different kind of villain, Grimmel brings great challenges to the village of Berk. Go behind the scenes as filmmakers breakdown this epic character. • Astrid’s Whole Dragon Trilogy in 60 Seconds – Hold on tight as Astrid sums up the whole dragon trilogy in a legendary 60 seconds. • Welcome to New Berk – With Hiccup as your guide, get a firsthand look at the updated Viking village of New Berk. • Feature Commentary with Writer/Director Dean DeBlois, Producer Bradford Lewis and Head of Character Animation Simon Otto You can find the latest specs for How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World linked from our 4K and Blu-ray Release Schedules, where it is indexed under May 21. Order the 4K Blu-ray Order the Blu-rayPosted Tue Mar 26, 2019 at 10:33 AM PDT by: -
LG Details Pricing & Availability for 2019 Sound Bar Lineup[teaser]Six new sound bar models are rolling out to stores in the coming months.[/teaser] LG has announced pricing and availability for its 2019 sound bar collection. The lineup includes the SL10YG, SL9YG, SL8YG, SL7Y, SL6Y, and SL5Y. "Our 2019 sound bars are the most innovative and best sounding models LG has designed to date," said Tim Alessi, head of home entertainment product marketing at LG Electronics USA. "This combination of exceptional sound and smart AI connectivity takes music and movies to a new level of home entertainment." The 2019 lineup is led by the flagship SL10YG, SL9YG, and SL8YG. All three models have been developed in partnership with Meridian Audio and include support for the company's Image Elevation and Meridian Upmix technologies. Likewise, the sound bars all include Dolby Atmos and DTS:X capabilities with up-firing drivers. AI smart connectivity and voice recognition features are implemented as well via integrated Google Assistant support, allowing users to control the sound bars and search for information through voice commands. In addition, the SL9YG model also offers support for stand and wall mount orientations, allowing the unit to automatically adjust its output depending on how it's positioned. Finally, users can extend the soundfield even further with an optional Wireless Rear Speaker Kit (model SPK 8). Here's a full rundown of pricing and availability for each model per LG: Available week of April 14 SL10YG 5.1.2 ch High Res Audio Sound Bar w/ Meridian Technology & Dolby Atmos - $1,299 SL8YG 3.1.2 ch High Res Audio Sound Bar w/ Meridian Technology & Dolby Atmos - $799 SL7Y 3.1 ch Sound Bar with DTS Virtual:X Sound - $499 SL6Y 3.1 ch Sound Bar with DTS Virtual:X Sound - $399 SL5Y 2.1 ch Sound Bar with DTS Virtual:X Sound - $279 Available week of May 27 SL9YG 4.1.2 ch High Res Audio Sound Bar w/ Meridian Technology & Dolby Atmos - $999 Beyond the company's new sound bar lineup, LG also recently launched its 2019 OLED 4K TV collection as well. Source: LGPosted Tue Mar 26, 2019 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
Apple Reveals Apple TV+ Streaming Service[teaser]The company's new streaming platform has finally been unveiled.[/teaser] Apple has offically announced its own subscription streaming service. Dubbed Apple TV+, the new ad-free digital video platform will be available through the company's existing Apple TV app, offering access to exclusive movies, shows, and documentaries from an impressive roster of filmmakers, writers, and performers. In addition, the company also revealed some upcoming updates for the Apple TV app itself, including the option to add new subscription Apple Channels for services like HBO, Showtime, and Starz. "We're honored that the absolute best lineup of storytellers in the world — both in front of and behind the camera — are coming to Apple TV+," said Eddy Cue, Apple's senior vice president of Internet Software and Services. “We’re thrilled to give viewers a sneak peek of Apple TV+ and cannot wait for them to tune in starting this fall. Apple TV+ will be home to some of the highest quality original storytelling that TV and movie lovers have seen yet." Though an exact release date and pricing have not been announced yet, Apple TV+ is set to launch this fall. Exclusive shows and movies will be added regularly and all content will be available to stream online or to download for offline playback via the Apple TV app. And to help kickoff the Apple TV+ announcement, Apple brought out a star-studded array of talent to introduce various projects. Here's a rundown of some of the shows and movies set to premiere exclusively through Apple TV+: Amazing Stories - A new version of the sci-fi/fantasy/horror anthology show from Steven Spielberg and Amblin entertainment. The Morning Show - Starring Reese Witherspoon, Jennifer Aniston, and Steve Carell, the series will follow workers on a morning show while pulling back the curtain on power dynamics between men and women in the workplace. See - From writer Steven Knight, See is set in a future world where all of humanity has been blind for centuries. The show stars Jason Momoa and Alfre Woodard. Little America - This anthology series from Kumail Nanjiania will focus on the everyday stories of immigrants living in the US. Helpsters - A new series for preschoolers from Sesame Workshop where the characters will use coding to solve problems. Little Voice - From J.J. Abrams and Sara Bareilles, the show will tell the story of a young woman trying to find her voice as an artist and person through music while chasing her dreams in New York City. Oprah Projects - Oprah announced a documentary tentatively titled Toxic Labor focused on sexual harassment in the workplace, and an untitled docu-series about mental health. Meanwhile, the Apple TV app itself will receive a refreshed design along with access to the new Apple Channels feature through an update in May. With Apple Channels, customers will be able to subscribe to individual channels like HBO, Starz, SHOWTIME, CBS All Access, Smithsonian Channel, EPIX, Tastemade, Noggin, MTV Hits, and more. All of the channels will then be available to watch through the Apple TV app -- offering a convenient, all-in-one hub for various digital platforms. The Apple TV app is currently available on Apple TV 4K as well as iPhone and iPad devices. In addition, support for the app is set to expand to smart TVs from Samsung, LG, Sony, and VIZIO, along with Roku and FireTV devices in the future. Source: ApplePosted Mon Mar 25, 2019 at 12:15 PM PDT by: -
Warner Archive Launches Sale on Digital Titles Through iTunes[teaser]Select films are now on sale![/teaser] To celebrate the label's 10th anniversary on March 23, Warner Archive has launched a special limited time sale on select digital titles through the iTunes store. The company made the announcement via a recent post on Twitter: It's #WarnerArchive's 10th birthday on Saturday and to celebrate, a whole bunch of classics are available for $4.99 and bundles $19.99 right now on @iTunes! #WAC10 –> https://t.co/DIEDqQS8vh pic.twitter.com/4P9SmBjqDt — Warner Archive (@WarnerArchive) March 21, 2019 As part of the promotion, thirty one films are now available for just $4.99. Here's a full rundown of the current selection: Dial M for Murder One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest The Searchers The Great Race Ocean's 11 (1960) Woodstock: 3 Days of Peace and Music (Director's Cut) The Maltese Falcon The Battle of the Bulge Strangers On a Train Logan's Run The Dirty Dozen Dog Day Afternoon Suspicion Key Largo The Treasure of the Sierra Madre High Society On the Town Chisum Wait Until Dark Badlands Network An American in Paris Bringing Up Baby Blow-Up, The Bad Seed White Heat To Have and Have Not The Thin Man Klute Cat on the Hot Tin Roof Jailhouse Rock In addition, six Silver Screen Icon bundles are currently marked down to $19.99. Each bundle comes with four films. The selection includes: John Wayne Westerns John Wayne Action Astaire & Rogers: Volume 1 Bogie & Bacall Collection Murder Mysteries World War II - Battlefront Europe The discounted pricing will only be available for a limited time. CLICK HERE to access the Warner Archive sale via iTunes. Source: Warner Archive (Twitter)Posted Fri Mar 22, 2019 at 03:40 PM PDT by: -
Coming Soon to Streaming: CHILLING ADVENTURES OF SABRINA, UNICORN STORE, and More[teaser]The latest season of Chilling Adventures of Sabrina and Brie Larson's directorial debut headline this week's crop of streaming trailers.[/teaser] Netflix and Hulu have released new previews and info for several of their upcoming series and films. Here's a full rundown of titles scheduled to arrive on each service: Kevin Hart: Irresponsible: Standup Special (Netflix, April 2) - Back on stage. Back to business. On April 2, Kevin Hart brings his sold-out comedy tour, Irresponsible, to a global audience for his first original Netflix standup special. The one-hour special was filmed in front of a sold-out audience of over 15,000 people at the O2 Arena in London, England. Hart touches upon his friends, family, travel... and a year filled with Irresponsible behavior. Chilling Adventures of Sabrina: Part 2 (Netflix, April 5) - It's a wicked world out there, and Sabrina is brewing up trouble. After signing her name in the Book of the Beast, Sabrina struggles to find the balance between her place in the mortal world and her new darker side. New challenges await Sabrina in Part 2, including having to choose between the familiar mortal Harvey Kinkle, and the sexy warlock Nicholas Scratch. She may have signed her name to the Dark Lord, but that doesn't mean she isn't willing to raise a little hell. Chilling Adventures of Sabrina continues April 5. Starring Kiernan Shipka. Unicorn Store (Netflix, April 5) - Kit (Brie Larson) is a lonely twenty-something dreamer who's reluctant to leave the comforts of childhood and fully embrace adulthood. But when art school sends her packing, Kit is forced to move back home with her parents and take a temp job in a boring office. Just when she's resolved to finally put her Care Bears aside and grow up, a mysterious salesman (Samuel L. Jackson) enters Kit's life and offers to give her childlike heart its greatest desire. Larson's directorial debut, with a script by Samantha McIntyre, is a love letter to everyone's inner child, and a reminder that no dream is impossible. Our Planet (Netflix, April 5) - Share the wonder of the extraordinary place we call home. Utilizing the latest technology Our Planet was filmed entirely in Ultra High Definition in over 50 countries. From exotic jungles to the deepest seas, open your eyes to the connections we all share. Narrated by Sir David Attenborough, Our Planet launches worldwide April 5th. Black Summer: Season 1 (Netflix, April 11) - Set in the dark, early days of a zombie apocalypse, Black Summer stars Jaime King as Rose, a mother torn from her daughter who embarks upon a harrowing journey to find her. Thrust alongside a small group of American refugees, these complete strangers must find the strength they need to fight their way back to loved ones. But in order for Rose and her team to brave this hostile new world, they will need to make brutal decisions to contend with zombies - and each other. Season 1 of Black Summer premieres April 11 on Netflix! HUGE In France (Netflix, April 12) - Gad Elmaleh is a hugely famous comedian... in France. He’s about to leave it all behind and move to Los Angeles in an attempt to reconnect with his estranged, comedy-hating, 16-year-old male model son. Sadly, he’ll have to do it without a single celebrity perk. Samantha!: Season 2 (Netflix, April 19) - Tired of being treated like a child, Samantha! sets out to look for new ways to showcase her talent. She's much more mature now. And much less famous... Season 2 launches April 19th. Starring Emanuelle Araújo, Douglas Silva and Sabrina Nonata. Rilakkuma and Kaoru (Netflix, April 19) - Starring Lana Condor, Rilakkuma and Kaoru is the story of a soft toy bear and his human roommate Kaoru, and the short but sweet time they spend together. Levius (Netflix, Winter 2019) - Cut through your destiny! In an age where devices are powered by steam, technology that fuses bodies to machinery makes cyber-boxing fights immensely popular. A young man named Levius is drawn into these fights through what can only be destiny, but his talents will be what determine his future. 7Seeds (Netflix, TBA 2019) - After a sudden awakening, the struggle for human survival begins. An unknown destiny awaits the young men and women chosen for the 7 Seeds project, created to prevent humanity’s extinction. Netflix and Japanese animation studio Gonzo team up to bring you this science fiction story, set in the near-future. In addition, Netflix has announced a 10-episode order for a new coming-of-age comedy series from Mindy Kaling (Late Night, The Mindy Project, The Office) and Lang Fisher (The Mindy Project, Brooklyn Nine Nine). Howard Klein (The Office, The Mindy Project, Parks and Recreation) and David Miner (30 Rock, Master of None) will serve as Executive Producers. According to Netflix, the currently untitled show will focus on "the complicated life of a modern-day first generation Indian American teenage girl, inspired by Kaling’s own childhood." Into the Dark: I'm Just Fucking With You (Hulu, April 1) - On the way to a family wedding, a man and his sister endure a night of increasingly frightening practical jokes during a one-night stay at a secluded motel. The next installment of Blumhouse's Into the Dark premieres April 1, only on Hulu. - A current Netflix subscription starts at $13 per month for HD streaming and $16 per month for Ultra HD streaming. - A current Hulu subscription starts at $6 per month with commercials. In addition, ad-free playback is available for $12 per month and Live TV bundle is available for $45. Sources: Netflix (YouTube), Netflix, Hulu (YouTube)Posted Fri Mar 22, 2019 at 02:15 PM PDT by: -
Al Swearengen Returns in First Teaser for HBO's DEADWOOD: THE MOVIE[teaser]The long-awaited TV movie is heading to HBO in May. [/teaser] HBO has released the first teaser trailer for Deadwood: The Movie. The TV film will premiere on May 31 and serves as a continuation of the original series which ran for three seasons on HBO from 2004 to 2006. Former rivalries are reignited, alliances are tested and old wounds are reopened, as all are left to navigate the inevitable changes that modernity and time have wrought. Starring Ian McShane, Timothy Olyphant, and Molly Parker. Check out the official teaser trailer below! Series creator David Milch has returned to write the script for the film. Meanwhile, Dan Minahan serves as director. Minahan previously directed four episodes of the original Deadwood TV series, along with several other shows for HBO, including installments of True Blood and Game of Thrones. A potential Deadwood movie has been on the table ever since the series was canceled after its third season in 2006, but scheduling conflicts and other creative and production issues have always prevented a greenlight. The original series was set in 1876, and focused on the inhabitants of the Deadwood settlement in the Black Hills of South Dakota. The show starred Timothy Olyphant, Ian McShane, Paula Malcomson, John Hawkes, Molly Parker, Jim Beaver, W. Earl Brown, Kim Dickens, Brad Dourif, Anna Gunn, Jeffrey Jones, William Sanderson, Robin Weigert, and Titus Welliver. Deadwood: The Complete Series is currently available on Blu-ray. The 13-disc collection includes all three seasons and 36 episodes of the show. Order the Blu-ray Source: HBO (YouTube)Posted Thu Mar 21, 2019 at 12:08 PM PDT by: -
HDD Gear Deals: TCL 75" 6-Series 4K HDR Roku TV on Sale for $1,499[teaser]The extra-large 6-Series TV is on sale now![/teaser] TCL has launched a limited time discount on its 75R615 75-inch model 6-Series 4K Roku TV. As part of the promotion, the TV is now $300 off its usual MSRP of $1,799, bringing the price down to just $1,499. The sale will run through April 6, 2019 via BestBuy.com and Best Buy stores across the US, while supplies last. In addition, discounts are also still available on the 65-inch and 55-inch 6-Series models as well. Here's a rundown of current Best Buy prices: TCL 75" 6-Series 4K HDR Roku TV (Standard Roku Remote) via Best Buy - $1499.99 TCL 65" 6-Series 4K HDR Roku TV (Standard Roku Remote) via Best Buy - $799.99 TCL 55" 6-Series 4K HDR Roku TV (Standard Roku Remote) via Best Buy - $549.99 Order from Best Buy (Note: the Best Buy model does not include Voice Remote) The TCL 6-Series 4K HDR Roku TV features Dolby Vision and HDR10 support, along with the Roku OS smart TV platform. In addition, the set uses Contrast Control Zone Technology with 160 dimming zones on the new 75-inch model. Likewise, the panel uses NBP Photon technology with LED phosphors to provide Wide Color Gamut support. A new iPQ Engine is implemented as well to maximize coverage of the DCI-P3 gamut and provide accurate color settings right out of the box. An HDR Pro Gamma feature is also offered to maintain details in dark and bright scenes regardless of a room's lighting conditions. Source: TCLPosted Thu Mar 21, 2019 at 10:52 AM PDT by: -
Thrilling New JOHN WICK: CHAPTER 3 Trailer Promises Pulse-Pounding Action[teaser]"You have no idea what's coming."[/teaser] Lionsgate has released a new trailer for John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum, offering an extended look at the flick's stylized action scenes. The latest entry in the series will hit theaters on May 17, 2019. In this third installment of the adrenaline-fueled action franchise, super-assassin John Wick (Keanu Reeves) returns with a $14 million price tag on his head and an army of bounty-hunting killers on his trail. After killing a member of the shadowy international assassin’s guild, the High Table, John Wick is excommunicado, but the world’s most ruthless hit men and women await his every turn. Check out the new trailer below! John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum features the return of series director Chad Stahelski and writer Derek Kolstad, who both filled the same roles on the franchise's previous installments. The cast includes Keanu Reeves, Halle Berry, Laurence Fishburne, Mark Dacascos, Asia Kate Dillon, Lance Reddick, Saïd Taghmaoui, Jerome Flynn, Jason Mantzoukas, Tobias Segal, Boban Marjanovic, Anjelica Huston, and Ian McShane. Basil Iwanyk and Erica Lee serve as producers, along with co-producer John R. Saunders and executive producer Jeff G. Waxman. Summit Entertainment will present the movie with Thunder Road Pictures in association with 87Eleven Productions. Lionsgate will handle distribution. The film serves a sequel to John Wick (2014) and John Wick: Chapter 2 (2017). Both movies are now available on Blu-ray (John Wick, John Wick: Chapter 2) and Ultra HD Blu-ray (John Wick, John Wick: Chapter 2). Source: Lionsgate (YouTube)Posted Thu Mar 21, 2019 at 08:52 AM PDT by: -
HELLBOY II: THE GOLDEN ARMY Marches to 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray[teaser]Guillermo Del Toro's 2008 sequel starring Ron Perlman is planned for 4K in May. [/teaser] Universal is working on Hellboy II: The Golden Army for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray on May 7. The fate of mankind hangs in the balance in Hellboy II: The Golden Army when a ruthless prince awakens an unstoppable army of creatures and wages war with the human world. It's up to Hellboy (Ron Perlman) and his team of paranormal outcasts to face off with the forces of darkness in the ultimate battle of good versus evil! Prepare to be taken by the visionary director of The Shape of Water (Guillermo del Toro) into a fantastical world with imaginative creatures and thrilling fight sequences unlike anything you've ever seen before! The release will feature an HDR presentation of the film, an English DTS:X soundtrack, and supplements include: Feature Commentary with Director Guillermo del Toro Feature Commentary with Cast Members Jeffrey Tambor, Selma Blair & Luke Gross Troll Market Tour with Guillermo del Toro Production Workshop Zinco Epilogue Animated Comic Comic Book Builder Gallery Deleted Scenes with Optional Commentary by Director Guillermo del Toro U-Control (Scene Explorer: Schufften Goggle View, Director's Notebook, Set Visits, and Concept Art Gallery) You can find the latest specs for Hellboy II: The Golden Army - 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray linked from our 4K Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under May 7. Order the 4K Blu-rayPosted Wed Mar 20, 2019 at 10:01 AM PDT by: -
THE LEGO MOVIE 2: THE SECOND PART Dated and Detailed for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray[teaser]The animated sequel featuring the voice talents of Chris Pratt, Elizabeth Banks, and Will Arnett is scheduled to hit home video in early May. [/teaser] Warner Brothers says The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part will be available on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray on May 7. The movie will also be available early on digital on April 16. It's been five years since everything was awesome and the citizens are now facing a huge new threat: LEGO DUPLO® invaders from outer space, wrecking everything faster than it can be rebuilt. The battle to defeat the invaders and restore harmony to the LEGO universe will take Emmet (Chris Pratt), Lucy (Elizabeth Banks), Batman (Will Arnett) and their friends to faraway, unexplored worlds, including a galaxy filled with fantastic planets, strange characters and catchy new songs. It will test their courage, creativity and Master Building skills, and reveal just how special they really are. The releases will feature a Dolby Atmos soundtrack and supplements will include: Everything is Awesome Sing-along – Sing-along, trivia, games and more! Commentary – Fun behind the scenes commentary by filmmakers They Come in Pieces: Assembling The LEGO Movie 2 – Featurette highlighting A-list voice talent including Chris Pratt, Elizabeth Banks, Will Arnett and Tiffany Haddish Emmet's Holiday Party: A LEGO Movie Short – Holiday themed animated short LEGO Sets in Action – Animations of the LEGO product tied to The LEGO Movie 2 LEGO Designers – LEGO toy designers highlight key play sets in TLM2 product line Outtakes & Deleted Scenes – Never before seen scenes Super Cool Music Video – Music video by Beck featuring Robyn and The Lonely Island Promotion Spots – Fun custom spots featured during the theatrical campaign You can find the latest specs for The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part linked from our 4K and Blu-ray Release Schedules, where it is indexed under May 7. Order the 4K Blu-ray Order the Blu-rayPosted Wed Mar 20, 2019 at 08:49 AM PDT by:
