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'Night of the Demons (2009)' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]All hell will break loose in high-definition just in time for Halloween! [/teaser] Koch Entertainment will release 'Night of the Demons (2009)' on Blu-ray on October 19. The film is a remake of the 1988 cult horror classic and stars Edward Furlong and Shannon Elizabeth. Fangoria will also be hosting a free screening of the movie in New York City on October 15 leading into a Q & A session with the director. Specs are still unknown, but supplements include a director's commentary, cast and crew interviews, and behind-the-scenes footage. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray has been set at $24.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Night of the Demons (2009)' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under October 19.Posted Thu Sep 9, 2010 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
LG's PX950 is the First THX 3D Certified TV[teaser]Criteria include color accuracy, cross-talk, and processing performance. [/teaser] The latest television from LG is also the first to earn 3D certification from THX. It's THX certified in the traditional two dimensions as well, but that's far less exciting. "THX spent more than a year in the lab developing our certification criteria and testing methodologies for 3D TVs and content," explains THX VP Rick Dean. "A THX 3D Certified TV must be capable of delivering consistent stereoscopic images with accurate color and clean processing." LG's PX950 plasma uses the TruBlack Filter to block reflection while creating deeper blacks, and the Dual XD engine to upscale standard definition content to HD with ease. The sets also offer NetCast access, letting you watch content from Netflix, Vudu, YouTube and more. The PX950 series is available now in two sizes. At 50 inches, you'll be shelling out $1,999 while the 60 inch set has an MSRP of $2,999. Source: Market WatchPosted Thu Sep 9, 2010 at 11:00 AM PDT by: -
'Rush: 2112 & Moving Pictures Classic Albums' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The next installment in the award-winning series examines two classic albums from the Canadian rock band! [/teaser] Eagle Rock Entertainment has announced 'Rush: 2112 & Moving Pictures Classic Albums' for a high-definition release on September 28. Continuing the tradition of this celebrated series, 2112 & Moving Pictures Classic Albums carries us through the creation of these musical masterpieces via brand new interviews, demonstrations, archive videos, and use of the original multi-track tapes. The titan trio of bassist/vocalist Geddy Lee, guitarist Alex Lifeson, and drummer Neil Peart, joined by original producer Terry Brown, weigh in on the mammoth melodies, resounding riffs, and dynamic drum fills behind these immense aural soundscapes. Many others contribute to the commentary, such as Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins and acclaimed Rolling Stone journalist David Fricke. 112 minutes in total, this DVD digs even deeper with 50 minutes of bonus material not included in the upcoming VH1 Classic broadcast (airing September 8 at 9:30pm and September 9 at 8:30am and 12:30pm). There's no word on tech specs yet, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray has been set at $19.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Rush: 2112 & Moving Pictures Classic Albums' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under September 28.Posted Thu Sep 9, 2010 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
Text Comcast for TV Listings and More[teaser]A new service from Comcast allows you to take care of a surprisingly large amount of business from your phone. [/teaser] Sure, there's plenty you can do with a smartphone, a 3G connection, and a web browser. But Comcast is rolling out a new service that will let you take care of a good chunk of your service issues through simple texting. Want to know what's on TV? Just text "NOW" to 266278 and you'll get a handy list of everything that's on. Want to reset your cable box? Just text the word "HIT." If you're wondering about service outages, "OUT" is the three letter text for you. You'll need to sign up online and link your mobile number to your Comcast account before you use it, which makes sense even if it does take some of the convenience out of it. If you like, you can also set up mobile alerts like payment reminders while you're there. Source: ComcastPosted Thu Sep 9, 2010 at 09:00 AM PDT by: -
'Charlie St. Cloud' Dated & Detailed for Blu-ray[teaser]Charlie will bite Blu-ray's finger this November! [/teaser] Universal says the romantic fantasy 'Charlie St. Cloud' will hit Blu-ray on November 9. The film stars Zac Efron, Ray Liotta, and Kim Basinger and reeled in approximately $31 million domestically at the box office a few months ago. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include: Deleted Scenes; On Location with Zac Efron: Come along for a ride in Vancouver, with Zac Efron as he takes on his first major dramatic leading role in Charlie St. Cloud. Audiences will get some quality one-on-one time with the real Zac as he prepares for a role like no other that he has done before; Zac Efron - Leading Man: In this intimate conversation with Burr Steers we will find out what Burr's vision for the film was and how Zac helped mold that vision. We will be privy to the conversations that Burr and Zac had about how Zac should assume the mantle of leading man and how that differed from what he had done before; The In-Between World: Ever since man became self-aware, he's wondered what happens when you die. In this piece, we will talk to those who claim to have a connection with the great beyond. Speaking with Psychics, Mediums and Parapsychologists, we will offer explanations of what might be happening to Charlie and show how it might not be that out of the ordinary; Commentary with Director Burr Steers; and Pocket BLU and BD-Live. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray has been set at $39.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Charlie St. Cloud' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under November 9.Posted Thu Sep 9, 2010 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
Netflix and Nu Image Team for First-Run Movies[teaser]Even more movies will be hitting Netflix during the "pay TV" window. [/teaser] The traditional flow of movies goes a little something like this. First they go to theaters, finish their run, and get released on DVD a few months later. A few weeks after the DVD release, pay TV channels like HBO get to start showing them, and then finally streaming services like Netflix get access. The new deal between Netflix and Nu Image/Millenium Films changes that up a bit. Netflix climbs up a rung, and gets to start streaming at the same time pay channels would normally get them. Nu Image is the company behind 'Brooklyn's Finest,' 'Righteous Kill,' and 'The Expendables.' Netflix says to expect 10 to 15 new streaming films from Nu Image per year. Source: Market WatchPosted Thu Sep 9, 2010 at 07:00 AM PDT by: -
'The World at War' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The epic 1973 award-winning World War II documentary series is coming to Blu-ray this November. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, A&E is working on 'The World at War' narrated by Sir Laurence Olivier for Blu-ray on November 16. Informative and unbiased, THE WORLD AT WAR is the recipient of numerous accolades, including an International Emmy Award, The National Television Critics' Award for Best Documentary, and knighthood for its creator, Sir Jeremy Isaacs. The massive 9-disc set will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: Bonus Documentaries: The Making of the Series, Secretary to Hitler, The Two Deaths of Adolf Hitler, Warrior, Hitler s Germany: The People s Community 1933-1939, Hitler's Germany: Total War 1939-1945, The Final Solution: Parts 1 and 2, and From War to Peace; Making the Series A 30th Anniversary Feature-Length Retrospective; The Restoring of THE WORLD AT WAR a brand-new feature detailing the meticulous restoration process; The Making of THE WORLD AT WAR; Biographies; Gallery of Photos from the Imperial War Museum Collection; Historical Footage; and Famous Songs, Speeches, Quotes and Maps. Suggested list price for this set will be $149.95. You can find the latest specs for 'The World at War' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under November 16.Posted Thu Sep 9, 2010 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'Sherlock Jr./Three Ages' Blu-ray Announced and Detailed[teaser]A Buster Keaton double feature is scheduled for high-definition release in November. [/teaser] Kino Video has just announced 'Sherlock Jr./Three Ages' for Blu-ray on November 16. Both films will be presented with three different music tracks. The Blu-ray will have 1080p video, a DTS 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: Audio commentary by historian David Kalat; Fifteen-minute documentary on the making of the film; Stills gallery; Man's Genesis (1912): A nine-minute excerpt of the D.W. Griffith prehistoric romance that inspired Keaton's parody; Visual essay on the film's locations by Silent Echoes author John Bengston; and Three Ages re-cut as a trio of stand alone short films. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $34.95. You can find the latest specs for 'Sherlock Jr./Three Ages' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under November 16.Posted Wed Sep 8, 2010 at 12:30 PM PDT by: -
'Ancient Aliens: The Complete Season One' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The History Channel documentary series will invade Blu-ray this November! [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, it seems A&E is planning to bring 'Ancient Aliens: The Complete Season One' to Blu-ray on November 16. The release will include all five episodes: 'The Evidence,' 'The Visitors,' 'The Mission,' 'Closer Encounters,' and 'The Return.' Specs have yet to be revealed, but the 3-disc set will include the supplement HISTORY Special - Ancient Aliens: Chariots, Gods and Beyond. Suggested list price for this set will be $39.95. You can find the latest specs for 'Ancient Aliens: The Complete Season One' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under November 16.Posted Wed Sep 8, 2010 at 11:30 AM PDT by: -
Pioneer Launches New Entry-Level Speakers[teaser]Pricing starts as low as $79 and as goes up to $199. [/teaser] Pioneer's new speaker line isn't going to blow you away. In fact, if you already own a speaker system for your own home theater, you've almost certainly got the equivalent or better. When Pioneer says entry level, they mean entry level. But for the price, the lineup isn't bad. Take the 31 inch floorstanding SP-FS51-LR for a start. It features a trio of 5.25 inch woofers with oversized magnets. It's got a frequency range from 45Hz on up to 20kHz and a maximum power rating of 130 watts. The bookshelf and center channel speakers share similar specs, but with more limited frequency ranges. Pioneer's SW-8 subwoofer is a bit of a letdown, featuring a frequency range of 38Hz to 150Hz, just a bit under the range of the floorstanding speakers. Source: eCousticsPosted Wed Sep 8, 2010 at 11:00 AM PDT by:
