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BLACK HAWK DOWN 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Detailed[teaser]The 4K release of Ridley Scott's 2001 film arriving in May has now been fully detailed. [/teaser] As previously reported, Sony is preparing Black Hawk Down for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray on May 7. From acclaimed director Ridley Scott (Gladiator, Hannibal) and renowned producer Jerry Bruckheimer (Pearl Harbor, Armageddon) comes a gripping true story about bravery, camaraderie and the complex reality of war. Black Hawk Down stars an exceptional cast including Josh Hartnett (Pearl Harbor), Ewan McGregor (Moulin Rouge!), Tom Sizemore (Saving Private Ryan), Eric Bana (Chopper), William Fichtner (The Perfect Storm), Ewen Bremner (Snatch) and Sam Shepard (All The Pretty Horses). In 1993, an elite group of American Rangers and Delta soldiers are sent to Somalia on a critical mission to capture a violent warlord whose corrupt regime has lead to the starvation of hundreds of thousands of Somalis. When the mission goes terribly wrong, the men find themselves outnumbered and literally fighting for their lives. The release will be sourced from a new 4K remaster and features include: o Both Theatrical and Extended Versions of the Film o High Dynamic Range, Dolby Atmos and original 5.1 audio on both versions o Audio Commentary by Director / Producer Ridley Scott & Producer Jerry Bruckheimer o Audio Commentary by Author Mark Bowden & Screenwriter Ken Nolan o Audio Commentary by Task Force Ranger Veterans o “The Essence of Combat: Making Black Hawk Down” Documentary o The History Channel® Presents: “The True Story of Black Hawk Down” o PBS Presents: “Frontline: Ambush in Mogadishu” o 8 Deleted & Alternate Scenes with Optional Commentary o “Designing Mogadishu” Featurette o Production Design Archive o Storyboards with Optional Commentary o Ridleygrams with Optional Commentary o Target Building Insertion: Multi-Angle Sequence with Optional Commentary o Q&A Forums: BAFTA. Motion Picture Editor’s Guild & American Cinematheque o Jerry Bruckheimer’s BHD Photo Album o Title Design Explorations with Optional Commentary o “Gortoz A Ran – J’Attends” Music Video performed by Denez Prigent & Lisa Gerrard o Photo Galleries o Theatrical Poster Concepts You can find the latest specs for Black Hawk Down - 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 Fri Feb 22, 2019 at 10:02 AM PST by: -
First Trailer for THE TWILIGHT ZONE Teases a New Dimension of Imagination[teaser]CBS All Access' next stop ahead will be The Twilight Zone.[/teaser] CBS All Access has released an official trailer for The Twilight Zone. The upcoming streaming show will be a modern reimagining of the original 1959 anthology series which was hosted by creator Rod Serling. The new series will be hosted and narrated by Jordan Peele. "Rod Serling was an uncompromising visionary who not only shed light on social issues of his time, but prophesied issues of ours," said Jordan Peele. "I'm honored to carry on his legacy to a new generation of audiences as the gatekeeper of 'The Twilight Zone.'" Check out the official trailer below! The Twilight Zone is set to premiere on April 1. Two episodes will be available to stream on the premiere date, and new episodes will then follow weekly every Thursday beginning April 11. The show is produced by CBS Television Studios in association with Jordan Peele's Monkeypaw Productions and Simon Kinberg's Genre Films. In addition, Peele and Kinberg serve as executive producers, along with Win Rosenfeld, Audrey Chon, Carol Serling, Rick Berg, and Greg Yaitanes. Cast members for the upcoming season include Ike Barinholtz, John Cho, Lucinda Dryzek, Taissa Farmiga, James Frain, Ginnifer Goodwin, Zabryna Guevara, Percy Hynes-White, Greg Kinnear, Luke Kirby, Sanaa Lathan, Kumail Nanjiani, Adam Scott, Rhea Seehorn, Alison Tolman, Jacob Tremblay, Jefferson White, Jonathan Whitesell, Jessica Williams, DeWanda Wise, and Steven Yeun. The original Twilight Zone series ran for five seasons from 1959 until 1964. The show told standalone sci-fi stories in every episode, frequently using metaphor and socially conscious writing to examine timely cultural themes. All 156 episodes of the show are now available to stream through CBC All Access. Likewise, all five seasons of the series are available on Blu-ray in a Complete Series Box Set. A current CBS All Access subscription costs $5.99 per month with reduced commercials or $9.99 per month for a commercial-free plan. Source: CBS All AccessPosted Thu Feb 21, 2019 at 10:40 AM PST by: -
Coming Soon to Blu-ray: DESTROYER, ON THE BASIS OF SEX, and More[teaser]Films starring Nicole Kidman, Felicity Jones, Armie Hammer, Steve Carell, Regina King, and more are all coming to Blu-ray.[/teaser] Pre-orders are now available for several upcoming Blu-rays from Lionsgate, Screen Media Films, Vision Films, Film Movement Classics, Mill Creek Entertainment, 20th Century Fox, Universal, and Image Entertainment. Here's a full rundown of recently revealed details and title announcements: First up, Lionsgate will release Peter Hedges' Ben is Back starring Julia Roberts, Lucas Hedges, and Courtney B. Vance on March 5. Supplements will include: Audio Commentary with Writer/Director Peter Hedges Ben is Back Photo Gallery Meanwhile, the studio is bringing Rodrigo H. Vila's The Last Man starring Hayden Christensen, Harvey Keitel, and Marco Leonardi to Blu-ray on March 12. Supplements have not been announced at this time. In addition, James Marsh's King of Thieves starring Michael Caine, Jim Broadbent, and Ray Winstone will hit Blu-ray on March 26. Supplements will include: King of Thieves: A Bloody Good Idea - Featurette Trailer And rounding out the studio's upcoming lineup of Blu-rays will be the anthology film Berlin, I Love You starring Keira Knightley, Helen Mirren, and Luke Wilson on April 9. Supplements have not been detailed. Order the Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray Screen Media Films is prepping James Marsh's The Mercy starring Rachel Weisz, Colin Firth, David Thewlis, Mark Gatiss, Ken Stott, and Andrew Buchan for Blu-ray on March 5. No supplements are currently listed for the disc. Order the Blu-ray Vision Films is set to release J Blakeson's Gunpowder starring Kit Harington, Liv Tyler, Edward Holcroft, Peter Mullan, Mark Gatiss, and Tom Cullen on March 5. Supplements will include: Behind Gunpowder - Featurette Original trailer Order the Blu-ray Film Movement Classics is bringing Véra Belmont's Marquise starring Sophie Marceau, Bernard Giraudeau, and Lambert Wilson to Blu-ray on March 5. Supplements will include: Interview with director Véra Belmont Illustrated booklet featuring an essay by Laurence Marie-Sacks Order the Blu-ray Mill Creek Entertainment is set to release a double feature with Fort Yuma Gold / Damned Hot Day of Fire starring Giuliano Gemma, Jacques Sernas, Robert Woods, and John Ireland on March 12. No supplements are currently listed. In addition, the label is bringing Andy Sidaris' Hard Ticket To Hawaii starring Ronn Moss, Dona Speir, and Hope Marie Carlton to Blu-ray on April 16. The disc will feature a new 4K restoration and supplements will include: Behind-the-Scenes featurettes Intro with director Andy Sidaris Likewise, Andy Sidaris' Malibu Express starring Darby Hinton, Sybil Danning, and Art Metrano is also coming to Blu-ray on April 16. The disc will feature a new 4K restoration and supplements will include: Behind-the-Scenes featurettes Intro with director Andy Sidaris Meanwhile, a double feature with Black Gunn / The Take starring Billy Dee Williams and Jim Brown will hit Blu-ray on April 16 as well. No supplements are currently listed. And rounding out the label's upcoming lineup will be Michael Engler's The Big C: The Complete Series starring Laura Linney, Oliver Platt, and Gabriel Basso on April 16. Supplements have not been announced. Order the Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray 20th Century Fox is preparing Barry Jenkins' If Beale Street Could Talk starring Regina King, Teyonah Parris, Stephan James, Colman Domingo, and Diego Luna for Blu-ray on March 26. Supplements will include: Deleted Scenes Audio Commentary with Barry Jenkins If Beale Street Could Talk: Poetry in Motion In addition, the studio is also bringing Karyn Kusama's Destroyer starring Nicole Kidman, Toby Kebbell, Tatiana Maslany, Scoot McNairy, and Bradley Whitford to Blu-ray. Supplements and an exact release date have not been announced yet, but pre-orders are now live. Order the Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray Universal has announced plans to release Peter Segal's Second Act starring Jennifer Lopez, Leah Remini, Annaleigh Ashford, Vanessa Hudgens, and Milo Ventimiglia on March 26. Supplements will include: Connecting with Milo Ventimiglia – See how Jennifer Lopez and Milo Ventimiglia connected on and off screen in this behind-the-scenes piece. The Empowering Women of Second Act – Get an inside look at how the women of Second Act empowered and supported each other. Friendship On and Off Screen – See how real life best friends Jennifer Lopez and Leah Remini had fun on set and how their real chemistry played on screen. Working with the Ones You Love – Get a behind-the-scenes look at how the whole cast had fun while filming Second Act. In addition, the studio is prepping Mimi Leder's On the Basis of Sex starring Felicity Jones, Armie Hammer, Sam Waterston, Justin Theroux, and Kathy Bates for Blu-ray on April 9. Supplements will include: A Supreme Team: Making On the Basis of Sex – Pull back the curtain and see how this incredible team of collaborators brought this true story to the big screen. Legacy of Justice – A deeper look at how Ruth Bader Ginsburg pioneered gender equality in America and gained her seat on the Supreme Court. Martin and Ruth: A Loving Partnership – An intimate look at the symbiotic marriage between Martin and Ruth Ginsburg, and how it helped shape Ruth's perspective as a judge. Likewise, Robert Zemeckis' Welcome to Marwen starring Steve Carell, Merritt Wever, Eiza Gonzalez, Janelle Monáe, Gwendoline Christie, and Diane Kruger is also set to arrive on April 9. Supplements will include: Deleted Scenes Marwen's Citizens A Visionary Director Building Marwen Living Dolls And rounding out Universal's upcoming lineup will be Neil Burger's The Upside starring Bryan Cranston, Kevin Hart, and Nicole Kidman. Supplements and an exact release date have not been announced yet, but pre-orders are now live. Order the Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray Image Entertainment is prepping Robert D. Krzykowski's The Man Who Killed Hitler and then the Bigfoot starring Sam Elliott, Aidan Turner, Caitlin FitzGerald, Larry Miller, and Ron Livingston for Blu-ray on April 2. Supplements have not been detailed yet. Order the Blu-ray You can find the latest specs for all of the titles listed above linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule.Posted Wed Feb 20, 2019 at 03:40 PM PST by: -
Samsung Details Galaxy Fold & Galaxy S10 Smartphones[teaser]Several new smartphones have been revealed.[/teaser] Samsung has officially unveiled its latest collection of mobile products. The lineup includes the premium Galaxy Fold, Galaxy S10+, Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10e, and Galaxy S10 5G. "Today, Samsung is writing the next chapter in mobile innovation history by changing what's possible in a smartphone. Galaxy Fold introduces a completely new category that unlocks new capabilities never seen before with our Infinity Flex Display." said DJ Koh, President and CEO of IT & Mobile Communications Division, Samsung Electronics. "We created Galaxy Fold for those that want to experience what a premium foldable device can do, beyond the limitations of a traditional smartphone." The Galaxy Fold is a unique luxury mobile device with multiple screens, allowing the unit to serve as a smartphone and tablet in one. When folded, the Galaxy Fold offers a 4.6-inch HD+ Super AMOLED (21:9) display, providing a compact and portable smartphone experience. In addition, users can unfold the unit to reveal a 7.3-inch Infinity Flex QXGA+ Dynamic AMOLED (4.2:3) display, offering a larger tablet experience. A sophisticated, hidden hinge system is designed to hold strong through hundreds of thousands of folds, ensuring easy transitions from the small screen to the big screen. Under the hood, the device uses a 7nm 64-bit Octa-core processor running Android 9.0, 12GB of RAM, 512GB of onboard memory, and sound by AKG. Likewise, a unique dual battery design is implemented as well, allowing the device to combine separate batteries on each side into one power source. Six cameras are also integrated, including a rear 12MP wide angle, rear 12MP telephoto, rear 16MP ultra-wide, front 10MP selfie, front 8MP RGB Depth, and cover 10MP camera. And thanks to those impressive specs and larger main display, the device is able to support three-app multi-tasking, allowing users to watch YouTube videos, chat on WhatsApp, and Google search at the same time with three windows opened simultaneously. Likewise, the device offers an App Continuity feature, enabling the Galaxy Fold to seamlessly carry over apps from the small screen to the big screen when users unfold the device. The Galaxy Fold is set to launch on April 26 with prices starting a $1,980. Color options will include Space Silver, Cosmos Black, Martian Green, and Astro Blue. Meanwhile, Samsung also detailed its new Galaxy S10 lineup, including the Galaxy S10, S10+, S10e, and S10 5G. "Since its launch ten years ago, the Galaxy S series has stood for premium innovation – offering consumers an incredible experience, and the ability to find the device that’s right for them," said DJ Koh, President and CEO of IT & Mobile Communications Division, Samsung Electronics. "Galaxy S10 builds on that incredible legacy, and delivers breakthrough display, camera, and performance innovations. With four premium devices, each built for a unique consumer in mind, Samsung is leveraging a decade of industry leadership to usher in a new era of smartphone technology." The flagship Galaxy S10+ features a 6.4-inch Quad HD+ Curved Dynamic AMOLED 19:9 (522ppi) display. In addition, the screen supports HDR10+ with dynamic tone-mapping, 1200 nits peak brightness, and 100% color volume. A triple rear camera system is integrated as well, with a wide angle 12MP, telephoto 12 MP, and ultra-wide 123-degree FOV 16MP camera. Likewise, the device offers HDR10+ video recording capabilities and front camera UHD video recording capabilities. A suite of new effects for lighting and background blur are also provided, along with an Instagram Mode. Finally, the smartphone uses an all-day battery that lasts up to 25% longer than the previous model. In addition, Samsung has revealed an even more premium Galaxy S10 5G model with support for new 5G network speeds. The smartphone features a larger 6.7-inch Quad HD+ Curved Dynamic AMOLED 19:9 (505ppi) screen, a quadruple rear camera system with a 3D Depth Camera for 3D-image capturing, and a 4,500mAh battery with Super Fast Charging at 25W. And for those looking for slightly smaller smartphone models, the standard Galaxy S10 features a 6.1-inch Quad HD+ Curved Dynamic AMOLED 19:9 (550ppi) screen, and the Galaxy S10e features a 5.8-inch Full HD+ Flat Dynamic AMOLED 19:9 (438ppi) screen. The Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10+, and Galaxy S10e will start shipping on March 8. Pre-orders will launch on February 21 with prices starting at $899.99 for the Galaxy S10, $999.99 for the Galaxy S10+, and $749.99 for Galaxy S10e. Pricing and availability for the Galaxy S10 5G have not been announced yet. For a full rundown of detailed specs for each model, CLICK HERE. Finally, Samsung detailed its new Galaxy Buds as well. The wireless earbuds feature sound by AKG and an Adaptive Dual Microphone with one inner microphone and one outer microphone in each earbud. In addition, the units support battery life for up to six hours of Bluetooth playback and up to five hours of calls. Likewise, the device comes with a compact case that can hold a charge for up to seven hours, and provide the earbuds with 1.7 hours on a 15-minute quick charge. Bixby hands-free voice control is also supported when paired with a compatible Galaxy mobile device. Models will be available in black, white, and yellow color options. Sources: Samsung 1, Samsung 2, Samsung 3Posted Wed Feb 20, 2019 at 12:50 PM PST by: -
Rumor Mill: Ron Howard's BACKDRAFT & Phil Alden Robinson's FIELD OF DREAMS Hitting 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray[teaser]Both titles are expected to hit the 4K home video format in May. [/teaser] According to The Digital Bits, Universal is preparing Backdraft and Field of Dreams for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray on May 14. Backdraft - This is an exciting thriller that shows you the mystery, drama and devastation of fire as you've never seen it before! Kurt Russel and William Baldwin star as two feuding siblings carrying on a heroic family tradition as Chicago firefighters. But when a puzzling series of arson attacks are reported, they are forced to set aside their differences to solve the mystery surrounding these explosive crimes. Field of Dreams - An Iowa farmer hears a voice in his cornfield accompanied by a vision of a baseball field. He takes it as a sign to build a baseball diamond which would ennable Shoeless Joe Jackson of the infamous Chicago "Black" Sox to play ball again. You can find the latest specs for Backdraft and Field of Dreams linked from our 4K Blu-ray Release Schedule, where they are tentatively indexed under May 14.Posted Wed Feb 20, 2019 at 11:18 AM PST by: -
DTS & CJ 4DPLEX Team Up to Bring DTS:X to ScreenX Theatres[teaser]The immersive audio tech is coming to ScreenX panoramic theatres.[/teaser] DTS and CJ 4DPLEX have announced a new partnership. As part of the deal, the companies will bring DTS:X immersive audio technology to ScreenX theatres around the world. "DTS:X immersive audio technology complements CJ 4DPLEX's ScreenX immersive visual presentation, offering an amazing end-to-end product for exhibitors," said Bill Neighbors, SVP and general manager, Cinema, Home, Digital Media and Streaming Solutions, at Xperi. "Additionally, our global presence brings additional resources that will help grow our combined offering in 2019. I am confident that moviegoers will love the experience." DTS:X is an object-based, scalable audio format that allows for the installation of expanded speaker configurations with overhead audio. Meanwhile, ScreenX theatres use a proprietary multi-projection system to extend movie scenes onto the side walls of a theatre, resulting in a panoramic, 270-degree view of the film. DTS:X tech will start being implemented into ScreenX locations this year. "Our alliance with DTS will take ScreenX theatres to the next level of immersion," said JongRyul Kim, CEO of. "It's an exciting time for cinema and technology to blend and create new experiences for audience members and we look forward to expanding our partnership in the months to come." ScreenX is currently available in 200 screens around the world, including 16 screens in the US, 87 screens in South Korea, 66 screens in China, 8 in England, 4 in Turkey, 4 in Japan, 3 in Switzerland, 2 in France, 2 in Vietnam, and 1 in Spain, Hungary, UAE, Kuwait, Thailand, Indonesia, Israel, and Canada. Source: DTS, ScreenXPosted Wed Feb 20, 2019 at 10:55 AM PST by: -
MARY POPPINS RETURNS Dated and Detailed for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray[teaser]The film nominated for Four Academy Awards including Best Original Song will hit home video next month. [/teaser] Disney says Mary Poppins Returns will be available on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray on March 19 (and on Digital March 12). Michael Banks (Ben Whishaw) — just a child when Mary Poppins first visited 17 Cherry Tree Lane — is now a grown man raising his children Annabel (Pixie Davies), John (Nathanael Saleh) and Georgie (Joel Dawson) with help from his sister Jane (Emily Mortimer). Times are tough in Depression-era London but the winds begin to change and the enigmatic governess, whose unique magical skills can turn any ordinary task into a fantastic adventure, enters the lives of the Banks family once again, having not aged a single day. Teaming up with an old friend, Jack, they take the Banks children on a series of whimsical adventures, encountering colorful characters like Mary’s eccentric Cousin Topsy (Streep), Jack’s lovable band of leeries and bank executives William Weatherall Wilkins (Colin Firth) and Mr. Dawes Jr. (Van Dyke) — bringing life, love and laughter back into the home. Bonus material explores the making of Mary Poppins Returns going behind the scenes with the star-studded cast and crew who collaborated to make even the impossible possible. Extensive extras include a trip down Cherry Tree Lane with original cast member Dick Van Dyke, a sing-along version including the heartfelt Academy Award®-nominated “The Place Where Lost Things Go,” bloopers, deleted scenes, a deleted song and filmmaker commentary. Features also reveal the magic and moxie that went into creating large-scale musical production numbers, such as “Trip a Little Light Fantastic,” a rousing song-and-dance number led by Jack and his fellow lamplighters; “The Royal Doulton Music Hall” and “A Cover Is Not the Book,” showcasing the tremendous talents of Blunt and Miranda; “Turning Turtle,” an upside-down sequence featuring Meryl Streep as Mary’s eccentric Cousin Topsy; and “Can You Imagine That?” an underwater adventure with Mary Poppins and the Banks children. The releases will feature lossless 7.1 soundtracks and supplements will include: • Deleted Song—“The Anthropomorphic Zoo” - In this early song sequence, Mary Poppins and the children visit a very special zoo where the humans and animals trade places. • The Practically Perfect Making of “Mary Poppins Returns” - Join filmmakers and cast on an amazing journey to embrace the legacy of the original film while making a fresh modern sequel. o Introduction - Filmmakers and cast remember the first Mary Poppins movie and share the thrill of working on “Mary Poppins Returns.”o “(Underneath the) Lovely London Sky” - Discover how the team mined PL Travers' books for a fresh perspective on a much-loved character. Plus, meet the Banks children!o “Can You Imagine That?” - Be on location for Mary's iconic entrance from the sky, and explore the movie's original songs, inspired by the Sherman Brothers.o “Nowhere to Go but Up” - Experience being on set with the legendary Dick Van Dyke and Angela Lansbury, and celebrate the joy of choosing the right balloon! • Seeing Things From a Different Point of View”: The Musical Numbers of “Mary Poppins Returns” - Go behind the scenes and experience the film's production numbers from a new angle. o “Trip a Little Light Fantastic” - Led by Lin-Manuel Miranda, the cast performs the film's biggest production number, with dancing lamplighters, bicyclists and more!o “The Royal Doulton Music Hall” / “A Cover Is Not the Book” - Find out what it takes to create two musical extravaganzas inside an animated world, highlighted by dancing animated penguins!o “Turning Turtle” - Mary's eccentric cousin, Topsy Turvy, played by Meryl Streep, has an unusual house that turns this musical number upside-down.o “Can You Imagine That?” - Dive under the bubbles with the cast and crew to see how this exuberant number was created. • Back to Cherry Tree Lane: Dick Van Dyke Returns – Dick Van Dyke, who played Bert and Mr. Dawes Sr. in the first film, returns after 54 years to Cherry Tree Lane as Mr. Dawes Jr. • Practically Perfect Bloopers – There's nowhere to go but up with the cast and crew in this lighthearted collection of flubs, goofs and prop fails! • Deleted Scenes o Leaving Topsy’s – After their visit to Cousin Topsy, Mary, Jack and the children pause to take a look back.o “Trip a Little Light Fantastic” – The leeries light up the screen in this extended clip from the movie's biggest musical production. • Play Movie in Sing-Along Mode – Sing along with all your favorite songs as you watch the movie. • Play Movie with Audio Commentary – Watch the film with commentary by director Rob Marshall and producer John DeLuca. (Digital Exclusive) You can find the latest specs for Mary Poppins Returns linked from our 4K and Blu-ray Release Schedules, where it is indexed under March 19.Posted Wed Feb 20, 2019 at 10:32 AM PST by: -
HDD Gear Deals: TCL 65" 6-Series 4K Roku TV with Voice Remote on Sale for $830[teaser]TCL's highly-rated value TV is on sale now for its lowest price ever on Amazon![/teaser] Amazon and Best Buy are now offering special discounts on the TCL 6-Series 4K HDR Roku TV, bringing the price down to as low as $830 for the 65-inch model with a voice remote or $800 without a voice remote. The 6-Series recently won our Editor's Choice Award for Best Value TV of 2018. TCL 65" 6-Series 4K HDR Roku TV (Roku Voice Remote) via Amazon - $829.99 (Regularly $999.99) TCL 55" 6-Series 4K HDR Roku TV (Roku Voice Remote) via Amazon - $579.99 (Regularly $649.99) TCL 65" 6-Series 4K HDR Roku TV (Standard Roku Remote) via Best Buy - $799.99 (Regularly $969.99) TCL 65" 6-Series 4K HDR Roku TV (Standard Roku Remote) via Best Buy - $549.99 (Regularly $599.99) 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 120 dimming zones on the 65-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. And beyond the 65-inch model currently on sale, TCL also recently launched pre-orders for a larger 75-inch 6-Series TV for an MSRP of $1,799.99.Posted Tue Feb 19, 2019 at 06:30 PM PST by: -
Rumor Mill: CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE WINTER SOLDIER & CAPTAIN AMERICA: CIVIL WAR Headed for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray[teaser]Both titles are expected to hit the 4K home video format in April. [/teaser] According to The Digital Bits, Disney is preparing Captain America: The Winter Soldier and Captain America: Civil War for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray on April 23. After the cataclysmic events in New York with The Avengers, Marvel’s Captain America: The Winter Soldier finds Steve Rogers, aka Captain America, living quietly in Washington, D.C. and trying to adjust to the modern world. But when a S.H.I.E.L.D. colleague comes under attack, Steve becomes embroiled in a web of intrigue that threatens to put the world at risk. Joining forces with Natasha Romanoff aka Black Widow, Captain America struggles to expose the ever-widening conspiracy while fighting off assailants sent to silence him at every turn. When the full scope of the villainous plot is revealed, Captain America and the Black Widow enlist the help of a new ally, the Falcon. However, they soon find themselves up against an unexpected and formidable enemy—the Winter Soldier. The most explosive clash to ever rock the Marvel Cinematic Universe ignites a firestorm of conflict in the game-changing epic, Captain America: Civil War. In the wake of collateral damage, government pressure to rein in the Avengers drives a deep wedge between Captain America (Chris Evans) and Iron Man (Robert Downey Jr.), causing a catastrophic rift that escalates into an all-out feud. Against a backdrop of divided loyalties, their fellow Avengers must deal with the fallout. Pick a side in this spectacular adventure, packed with mind-blowing action and suspense! You can find the latest specs for Captain America: The Winter Soldier and Captain America: Civil War linked from our 4K Blu-ray Release Schedule, where they are indexed under April 23.Posted Tue Feb 19, 2019 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE Dated and Detailed for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray[teaser]The Oscar nominee and Golden Globe Winner for Best Animated Feature Film will be swinging to both formats next month. [/teaser] Sony says Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse will be available on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray on March 19 and on Digital February 26. Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, a film that has grossed over $350 million in theaters worldwide to date, introduces Brooklyn teen Miles Morales, and the limitless possibilities of the Spider-Verse, where more than one can wear the iconic mask. “One of the most rewarding experiences in recent months has been to hear that children are telling their parents that they see themselves in Miles, or that they want to grow up to be like Spider-Gwen, anyone can be a hero. Thats why we made this film, and we hope that feeling of empowerment is something that both audiences young and old can take away,” say Directors Bob Persichetti, Peter Ramsey, and Rodney Rothman. The out-of-this-world voice cast includes Shameik Moore as Miles Morales alongside Jake Johnson (“New Girl”) as Peter B. Parker, Hailee Steinfeld (Bumblebee) as Gwen Stacy/Spider-Gwen, Mahershala Ali (Green Book) as Miles’ Uncle Aaron, Brian Tyree Henry (“Atlanta”) as Jefferson Davis, Lily Tomlin (“Grace and Frankie”) as Aunt May, Luna Lauren Velez (“How To Get Away with Murder”) as Rio Morales, Zoë Kravitz (“Big Little Lies”) as Mary Jane, John Mulaney (“Big Mouth”) as Spider-Ham, with Nicholas Cage (The Croods) as Spider-Man Noir, Kathryn Hahn (Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation) as Doc Ock and Liev Schreiber (“Ray Donovan”) as the villain Kingpin. The releases will feature a Dolby Atmos soundtrack and supplements will include: • We Are Spider-Man: Exploring and celebrating one of the key themes of the film, We Are Spider-Man takes a deep dive into the diversity of the characters and aspirational core that any person from any gender or cultural background can wear the mask. • Spider-Verse: A New Dimension: With a stunning visual style and state of the art animation designed to take the viewer into the pages of a comic, Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse is not only a love letter to comic books but a groundbreaking take on the super hero genre. Hear from the artists and filmmakers who pushed the boundaries of the artform as they discuss their journey. • The Ultimate Comics Cast: Enjoy this showcase of all of the fan favorite characters featured in the Spider-Verse and the spectacular cast who were chosen to bring them to life. • A Tribute to Stan Lee & Steve Ditko: Celebrate the amazing legacy and powerful spirit of the creators of Spider-Man. • The Spider-Verse Super-Fan Easter Egg Challenge: The Spider-Verse is loaded with Easter Eggs, from cameos to comics references. Fans are challenged to find them all! • Designing Cinematic Comics Characters: A breakdown of all aspects of the character design including costume, movement in animation, and distinct powers for each character.o Heroes & Hams: Meet the amazing Spider-people of the Spider-Verse. o Scorpions and Scoundrels: Explore the classic villains who wreak havoc on the Spider-Verse. • Alternate Universe Mode: In this all-new viewing experience, discover alternate scenes, plotlines, characters, and more with the filmmakers as your guide. • 2 Lyric Videoso “Sunflower” by Post Malone and Swae Leeo “Familia” by Nicki Minaj & Anuel AA (feat. Bantu) • All-New Original Short “Spider-Ham: Caught In a Ham” It's another normal day for Peter Porker, a.k.a. the Spectacular Spider-Ham, fighting bad guys and loving hot dogs, until a mysterious portal starts messing with the very fabric of his cartoon reality. You can find the latest specs for Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse linked from our 4K and Blu-ray Release Schedules, where it is indexed under March 19. Order the 4K Blu-ray Order the Blu-rayPosted Tue Feb 19, 2019 at 08:15 AM PST by:
