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'The Black Dahlia' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]Brian De Palma's noir murder mystery is slated for high-definition this September. [/teaser] Universal says 'The Black Dahlia' starring Aaron Eckhart, Hilary Swank, Josh Hartnett, and Scarlett Johansson is coming to Blu-ray on September 7. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: Reality and Fiction: The Story of The Black Dahlia, The Case File, and The De Palma Touch Presented by Volkswagen. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $26.98. You can find the latest specs for 'The Black Dahlia' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under September 7.Posted Fri Jun 4, 2010 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'U2: 360° at the Rose Bowl - Super Deluxe Edition' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The concert just released on Blu-ray will now also be available in a Super Deluxe Collector's Edition later this month. [/teaser] As previously reported, Interscope Records will be releasing 'U2: 360° at the Rose Bowl' for a high-definition release on June 3. The concert was filmed entirely in high-definition with 27 cameras. Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements will include: Squaring the Circle: Creating U2360° Documentary; U2360° tour clips; Bonus track Breathe (Live at the Rose Bowl); Berlin timelapse video; Videos; and BD-Live: Video footage from the forthcoming 2010 US and European Tour will be continually updated to your player via the BD-Live feature on the disc. A full track listing can be viewed here. The 'U2: 360° at the Rose Bowl - Super Deluxe Edition' (available on June 22) will contain a whole mess of goodies for the ultimate U2 fan which includes: Blu-ray of U2360° at the Rose Bowl; Two-disc DVD of U2360° at the Rose Bowl; 7-inch vinyl record; Three U2360° plectrums (guitar picks) in an embossed wallet; Tour program; Limited-edition numbered "Claw" stage design blueprint; Five art prints in an embossed wallet. Here's a peek at the contents: Suggested list price for the regular Blu-ray is $26.98 and the super deluxe edition is $124.98. You can find the latest specs for 'U2: 360° at the Rose Bowl' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under June 3, while the 'U2: 360°at the Rose Bowl - Super Deluxe Edition' is listed under June 22.Posted Thu Jun 3, 2010 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
Panasonic Intros Its First Soundbars[teaser]They've got HDMI 1.4 outputs, can pass 3D right through, and the HTB500 even sports a wireless sub. [/teaser] The first ever soundbars from Panasonic, who prefer the term "surroundbar," are about what you'd expect. They're nice and slim and fit nicely in front of a TV. They're geared towards folks who aren't looking for a full surround system, and they're simple to set up. You'll get clear dialogue with the SC-HTB10 and SC-HTB500 thanks to a bamboo cone speaker design and a Clear-Mode Dialogue feature which acts as a virtual center channel. The HTB10 measures 31.5 inches wide and is designed for use with televisions measuring up to 42 inches. The HTB500 is built for bigger sets, and unlike the 10, it comes with a wireless subwoofer to fully flush out the sound. You'll be able to get the HTB10 this month for a retail price of $199, while the $349 SC-HTB500 won't be available until August. Source: eCousticsPosted Thu Jun 3, 2010 at 11:00 AM PDT by: -
Blu-ray is 'The Greatest' This July[teaser]The acclaimed independent drama will take a high-definition bow this July. [/teaser] National Entertainment Media says 'The Greatest' starring Pierce Brosnan, Susan Sarandon, and Carey Mulligan is coming to Blu-ray on July 13. The film premiered at the 2009 Sundance Film Festival and received a nomination for the Grand Jury Prize. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include interviews with the cast and director. Suggested price for the Blu-ray has been set at $26.98. You can find the latest specs for 'The Greatest' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under July 13.Posted Thu Jun 3, 2010 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
Sharp's New 3D Sets Allow 3D and 2D Viewers to Watch at the Same Time[teaser]But either way, you'll need to wear the glasses. [/teaser] Sharp is launching four new 3D capable televisions in Japan, and they're equipped with a feature that sounds really exciting, until you find out more about it anyway. There's no more need to argue about whether to watch a movie in 3D or not, the new AQUOS Quattron sets leave it up to the individual. If you want to watch in 3D, you're welcome to. If you want 2D, it's up to you. The downside is that either way, you'll need to wear the glasses. If your buddy is watching in 3D and you want to watch in 2D, you'll still have to pop on the glasses and toggle the switch that converts the 3D into 2D. Source: SharpPosted Thu Jun 3, 2010 at 09:00 AM PDT by: -
'Vigilante' Storms onto Blu-ray[teaser]The cult 1980s revenge flick is being prepped for a high-definition release this September. [/teaser] Blue Underground will unleash William Lustig's 'Vigilante' starring Robert Forster and Fred Williamson to Blu-ray on September 21. The release is being given a new "pristine" 2k transfer and will apparently include the original uncut and uncensored version of the film. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: Audio commentary with Co-producer/director William Lustig and co-producer Andrew W. Garroni; Audio commentary with William Lustig and stars Robert Forster, Fred Williamson and Frank Pesce; Theatrical Trailers; TV and Radio Spots; Promotional Reel; Still Gallery; and D-Box functionality. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Vigilante' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under September 21.Posted Thu Jun 3, 2010 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
Hulu Could Be Coming to the Xbox 360[teaser]A paid subscription may be involved for the streaming television service.[/teaser] For a lot of people, the game console is the center of the entertainment universe. And it's not difficult to see why. The PS3 and Xbox 360 both stream movies from Netflix, have their own 'on demand' services, and play optical discs of one sort or another. Television, especially current television, is something that's been missing from the lineup. And that's something Microsoft is aiming to fix by adding Hulu to the lineup. It's just a rumor, of course, but according to the folks as Gear Live, it comes from a reliable source. Cost is the big question; whether shows free on Hulu will be free on the Xbox. If the rumor is true, you can expect Hulu to show up as part of the Xbox Live fall update, right around the same time that Hulu is going to announce its own subscription plans. The other question of course, is licensing. According to 1UP, it's not a question of whether Hulu for Xbox exists, but whether or not Microsoft can iron out the content rights issues that accompany such a venture. "If does pop up in Microsoft's E3 press conference," writes Kris Pigna, "it'll only be because Microsoft was able to work out the licensing issues behind the scenes." Sources: Gear Live, 1UPPosted Thu Jun 3, 2010 at 07:00 AM PDT by: -
'Diary of a Wimpy Kid' Blu-ray Dated & Detailed[teaser]The family film based on Jeff Kinney's illustrated novel will have a Blu-ray release in August. [/teaser] 20th Century Fox is working on 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid' starring Zachary Gordon, Robert Capron, Rachael Harris, and Steve Zahn for a Blu-ray release on August 3. The release will be a Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy combo pack with 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: Feature commentary with director Thor Freudenthal and writer Gabe Sachs, and Greg's Deleted Diary Pages. The Blu-ray release apparently will also include additional cartoon pages inside the packaging. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $39.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under August 3.Posted Thu Jun 3, 2010 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'The Runaways' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The biopic of the influential all girl teenage rock band from the 1970s is set to tour on Blu-ray this July. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Sony Pictures has revealed 'The Runaways' starring Kristen Stewart and Dakota Fanning for Blu-ray on July 20. Specs have yet to be announced, but supplements will include: Commentary with Joan Jett, Kristen Stewart and Dakota Fanning; Plugged In: Making the Film; The Runaways Featurette; and exclusive to the Blu-ray will be movieIQ(tm)+sync featuring "The Runaways" Playlist. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $34.95. You can find the latest specs for 'The Runaways' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under July 20.Posted Wed Jun 2, 2010 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
HDD Spotlight Bargain: 'Saving Private Ryan' Blu-ray $16.49 at Amazon[teaser]Steven Spielberg's must-own war epic is now over fifty percent off at Amazon! [/teaser] The online retailer has reduced the price of 'Saving Private Ryan' starring Tom Hanks and Matt Damon to only $16.49 (59% off suggested list price). Click here to order this instant classic for your collection today!Posted Wed Jun 2, 2010 at 11:09 AM PDT by:
