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Samsung Now Offering Black Friday Deals on QLED 4K TV Lineup[teaser]Holiday pricing is now live for Samsung displays.[/teaser] Samsung has launched Black Friday discounts for several of its QLED 4K TVs. As part of the promotion, select models are now up to $1,500 off their MSRP. The 2018 QLED displays all feature quantum dot technology for enhanced color and contrast, Smart TV functions with Bixby Voice control, and playback support for standard HDR10 and the new dynamic HDR10+ format. Here's a full rundown of currently available Samsung QLED deals with links to Amazon and Best Buy: Q9F 65-inch QN65Q9F via Amazon - $2,998 65-inch QN65Q9F via Best Buy - $2,999 75-inch QN75Q9F via Amazon - $4,998 75-inch QN75Q9F via Best Buy - $4,999 Q8F 65-inch QN65Q8F via Amazon - $2,298 65-inch QN65Q8F via Best Buy - $2,299 75-inch QN75Q8F via Amazon - $3,498 75-inch QN75Q8F via Best Buy - $3,499 Q7F 65-inch QN65Q7F via Amazon - $1,998 65-inch QN65Q7F via Best Buy - $1,999 75-inch QN75Q7F via Amazon - $2,798 75-inch QN75Q7F via Best Buy - $2,799 Q6F 65-inch QN65Q6F via Amazon - $1,298 65-inch QN65Q6F via Best Buy - $1,299 75-inch QN75Q6F via Amazon - $1,998 75-inch QN75Q6F via Best Buy - $1,999 82-inch QN82Q6F via Amazon - $2,998 82-inch QN82Q6F via Best Buy - $2,999 These deals will only be active for a limited time while supplies last. Make sure to check back with High-Def Digest for all the latest Black Friday deals and promotions!Posted Tue Nov 13, 2018 at 11:25 AM PST by: -
NIGHT SCHOOL Dated and Detailed for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray[teaser]The comedy starring Kevin Hart and Tiffany Haddish will hit both formats in January. [/teaser] Universal says Night School will be available on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray on January 1. Successful salesman Teddy Walker’s (Kevin Hart, Jumanji, Ride Along 1 & 2) life turns around after getting fired for accidentally destroying his workplace. Forced to attend night school so he can finally get his GED and find another job, Teddy soon finds himself amongst a group of misfit students, a teacher with no patience for grown up class clowns named Carrie (Tiffany Haddish, Girls Trip, Uncle Drew) and his high school nemesis-turned-principal Stewart (Taran Killam, Killing Gunther, Ted 2) who will strive to make sure he fails the course. With every rule in the book about to be broken, Teddy and his new friends find themselves in a battle of pranks and wit that you can’t simply learn in the classroom. Director Malcolm D. Lee (Girls Trip, Best Man franchise) brings an extravagant comedic treat with an all-star cast including Hart, Haddish, Killam, Rob Riggle (The Hangover, 21 Jump Street) and Romany Malco (The 40-Year-Old Virgin, Think Like a Man series). Producers Hart and Will Packer (Ride Along franchise) bring their signature humor style to Night School, making for a wildly funny and over-the-top amusement that you cannot miss! The release will feature a DTS:X soundtrack and supplements include: • Extended Cut • Gag Reel Extra Credit – NIGHT SCHOOL may be in session but between takes the cast is letting loose. Discover more behind-the-scenes hilarity in this extra credit edition Gag Reel. • Feature Commentary with Director Malcom D. LeeThe following features are only on the Blu-ray (included): • Alternate Opening • Deleted Scenes • Gag Reel – Prepare to laugh (or cry) yourself silly through this hilarious montage of behind-the-scenes antics performed by the cast of NIGHT SCHOOL. • NIGHT SCHOOL’S In Session – Ring the bell as we introduce you to NIGHT SCHOOL’s band of misfits. • Who’s the Student? Who’s the Teacher? – Fans were thrilled to see friends Kevin Hart and Tiffany Haddish starring in their first film together. In this piece, the comedy titans give us their backstory on how they became ride-or-die friends more than a decade ago. • Prom Night Revisited – Take a trip down memory lane as the cast of NIGHT SCHOOL looks back at their own high school proms. You'll never guess who dressed up as a famous movie character and who never made it to the dance at all. • Cap ‘n Gown ‘n Giggles – Teddy may deliver a heartfelt graduation speech, but behind the scenes cast and crew were exploding with laughter as Kevin Hart's speech turned into a full blown standup comedy show. • Making of the Dance Battle – Take a sneak peek into the dance rehearsal of the infamous prom night dance battle. • Christian Chicken – When Teddy gets a sign from the Lawd to sell precious poultry, it only makes sense that he take it global. Check out this never before seen Christian Chicken commercial that was simply too delicious to air. • Game Over – Our favorite misfit, Teddy may be the class clown but he’s not fooling the ladies who keep him in check. Watch as Kevin Hart joins castmates Yvonne Orji and Megalyn Echikunwoke to discuss the complicated relationship between Maya and Teddy. • Extended Performance “El Sueno” – Every prom needs a hit song and this extended version of Luis's original "El Sueno" is sure to make you swoon. You can find the latest specs for Night School linked from our 4K and Blu-ray Release Schedules, where it is indexed under January 1. Order the 4K Blu-ray Order the Blu-rayPosted Tue Nov 13, 2018 at 11:19 AM PST by: -
John Carpenter's STARMAN Dated and Detailed for Blu-ray[teaser]The Collector's Edition will be available on Blu-ray this December. [/teaser] Scream Factory is set to release Starman: Collector's Edition on Blu-ray on December 4. When his spacecraft is shot down over Wisconsin, Starman (Jeff Bridges) arrives at the remote cabin of a distraught young widow, Jenny Hayden (Karen Allen), and clones the form of her dead husband. The alien convinces Jenny to drive him to Arizona, explaining that if he isn't picked up by his mothership in three days, he'll die. Hot on their trail are government agents, intent on capturing the alien, dead or alive. En route, Starman demonstrates the power of universal love, while Jenny rediscovers her human feelings for passion. The release will feature a lossless 5.1 soundtrack and supplements include: • NEW They Came from Hollywood: Re-visiting STARMAN – featuring director John Carpenter, actors Jeff Bridges, Charles Martin Smith and script supervisor Sandy King-Carpenter • Audio Commentary with director John Carpenter and Jeff Bridges • Vintage Featurette • Teaser Trailer • Theatrical Trailer • TV Spots • Still Gallery You can find the latest specs for Starman: Collector's Edition linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under December 4. Order the Blu-rayPosted Tue Nov 13, 2018 at 09:49 AM PST by: -
OVERLORD 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Pre-Orders Live[teaser]The WWII horror-thriller is now up for pre-order at Amazon. [/teaser] Paramount's Overlord will be available in the coming months on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray. On the eve of D-Day, American paratroopers are dropped behind enemy lines to carry out a mission crucial to the invasion’s success. But as they approach their target, they begin to realize there is more going on in this Nazi-occupied village than a simple military operation. They find themselves fighting against supernatural forces, part of a Nazi experiment. No other details have been released at this time. You can find the latest specs for Overlord linked from our 4K and Blu-ray Release Schedules, where it is indexed under PENDING. Order the 4K Blu-ray Order the Blu-rayPosted Tue Nov 13, 2018 at 08:30 AM PST by: -
TOY STORY 4 Teaser Trailer Introduces New Character[teaser]Buzz, Woody, and the rest of the gang are heading back to theaters in June.[/teaser] Disney/Pixar has released the first teaser trailer for Toy Story 4. The animated sequel will hit theaters on June 21, 2019. Woody has always been confident about his place in the world and that his priority is taking care of his kid, whether that’s Andy or Bonnie. But when Bonnie adds a reluctant new toy called "Forky" to her room, a road trip adventure alongside old and new friends will show Woody how big the world can be for a toy. Check out the teaser trailer below! Toy Story 4 stars Tom Hanks as Woody, Tim Allen as Buzz Lightyear, Annie Potts as Bo Peep, Joan Cusack as Jessie, Wallace Shawn as Rex, John Ratzenberger as Hamm, Blake Clark as Slinky Dog, Jodi Benson as Barbie, Kristen Schaal as Trixie, Bonnie Hunt as Dolly, Jeff Garlin as Buttercup, Laurie Metcalf as Mrs. Davis, and Tony Hale as Forky. The film is directed by Josh Cooley (Riley’s First Date?) and features a story by John Lasseter, Pete Docter, Andrew Stanton, and Lee Unkrich. Jonas Rivera (Inside Out, Up) and Mark Nielsen (associate producer of Inside Out) serve as producers. In addition, Randy Newman will return to compose the score. The original Toy Story was first released back in 1995. The movie was followed by Toy Story 2 in 1999, and Toy Story 3 in 2010. Meanwhile, beyond the Toy Story franchise, Disney/Pixar recently released Incredibles 2 on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray. The movie serves as a sequel to 2004's The Incredibles. Source: Disney (YouTube)Posted Mon Nov 12, 2018 at 02:30 PM PST by: -
Stan Lee, Marvel Comics Legend, Dies at 95[teaser]It's a sad day, true believers.[/teaser] Stan Lee, the legendary co-creator of countless Marvel comic book superheroes, has passed away at the age of 95. Famous for being the face of Marvel, Lee made frequent cameo appearances in his later years throughout various Marvel Studios films, including this summer's Ant-Man and the Wasp and Avengers: Infinity War. "No one has had more of an impact on my career and everything we do at Marvel Studios than Stan Lee," said Kevin Feige, President of Marvel Studios, in a statement on Twitter. "Stan leaves an extraordinary legacy that will outlive us all. Our thoughts are with his daughter, his family, and his millions of fans." According to a family representative speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, Lee died early this morning at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. At various points in his career, Lee served as a writer, editor, and publisher for Marvel Comics after first starting as a gofer for the company's predecessor, Timely Comics, in 1939. Teamed with artists like Jack Kirby, Steve Ditko, and Bill Everett, Lee co-created many of Marvel's most iconic superheroes, including Spider-Man, Iron Man, The Fantastic Four, The Incredible Hulk, The X-Men, Doctor Strange, Daredevil, Thor, and the Silver Surfer. Movies based on his properties continue to help shape the blockbuster film industry, and fans have grown fond of spotting his various cameos appearances in big screen MCU titles. Check out the video below from SuperHeroesEvolution for a fun recap of every cameo he's had (as of December 2017). Taking to Twitter and Instagram to honor the legendary creator, several MCU stars and other collaborators have posted various tributes to Lee on social media, including Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, and Josh Brolin. View this post on Instagram I owe it all to you,,, Rest In Peace Stan... #MCU #Excelsior #legend #rip #stanlee #TeamStark ( 📸 @jimmy_rich ) A post shared by Robert Downey Jr. (@robertdowneyjr) on Nov 12, 2018 at 11:26am PST There will never be another Stan Lee. For decades he provided both young and old with adventure, escape, comfort, confidence, inspiration, strength, friendship and joy. He exuded love and kindness and will leave an indelible mark on so, so, so many lives. Excelsior!! — Chris Evans (@ChrisEvans) November 12, 2018 View this post on Instagram Stan Lee and Dr. Seuss and Ray Bradbury. That’s where it begins and ends with me. To those of us who have been so deeply affected by the humanity of his imagination, the understanding of reaching beyond our potential and the necessity of tapping into our immeasurable imaginations, we thank you and are forever indebted. Rest In Peace Dear Stan. You made our time here a better one. #ripstanlee @robliefeld A post shared by Josh Brolin (@joshbrolin) on Nov 12, 2018 at 11:10am PST Lee is survived by his daughter and younger brother Larry Lieber. Sources: The Hollywood Reporter, VarietyPosted Mon Nov 12, 2018 at 01:30 PM PST by: -
Douglas Rain, the Voice of HAL 9000 from 2001: A SPACE ODYSSEY, Dies at 90[teaser]The man behind one of cinema's most iconic voices has passed away.[/teaser] As reported by CTV News and the Stratford Festival, actor Douglas Rain has died at the age of 90. Rain was best known as the voice of HAL 9000 in Stanley Kubrick's 2001: A Space Odyssey. "Canadian theatre has lost one of its greatest talents and a guiding light in its development," said Antoni Cimolino, the artistic director of the Stratford Festival, in a press release. Rain was born in Winnipeg, Man., in 1928 and passed away from natural causes in Stratford, Ont on November 11. Beyond his iconic role as the sentient AI computer in 2001: A Space Odyssey and its 1984 sequel 2010: The Year We Make Contact, Rain was also a founding member of the Stratford Festival and helped establish the theatre company in 1952. Throughout his career, he performed in theatre all across Canada, including roles like Malvolio in Twelfth Night, the title role in King John, and Prince Hal in Henry IV, Part 1. Likewise, Rain was nominated for a Tony Award in 1972 for his performance as William Cecil in Vivat! Vivat! Regina!. "Douglas shared many of the same qualities as Kubrick's iconic creation: precision, strength of steel, enigma and infinite intelligence, as well as a wicked sense of humour," said Cimolino. "But those of us lucky enough to have worked with Douglas soon solved his riddle and discovered that at the centre of his mystery lay warmth and humanity, evidenced in his care for the young members of our profession." Rain is survived by his two sons, daughter, granddaughter, and daughter-in-law. Source: Stratford Festival via CTV NewsPosted Mon Nov 12, 2018 at 12:45 PM PST by: -
Ryan Reynolds Is an Adorable, Sarcastic Pokemon in First DETECTIVE PIKACHU Trailer[teaser]The Nintendo franchise is heading to the big screen in May.[/teaser] Warner Bros. has released the first trailer for POKÉMON Detective Pikachu. The film stars Ryan Reynolds as the voice of the title character, and is set to hit theaters on May 10. The story begins when ace private eye Harry Goodman goes mysteriously missing, prompting his 21-year-old son Tim to find out what happened. Aiding in the investigation is Harry’s former Pokémon partner, Detective Pikachu: a hilariously wise-cracking, adorable super-sleuth who is a puzzlement even to himself. Finding that they are uniquely equipped to communicate with one another, Tim and Pikachu join forces on a thrilling adventure to unravel the tangled mystery. Chasing clues together through the neon-lit streets of Ryme City—a sprawling, modern metropolis where humans and Pokémon live side by side in a hyper-realistic live-action world—they encounter a diverse cast of Pokémon characters and uncover a shocking plot that could destroy this peaceful co-existence and threaten the whole Pokémon universe. Check out the official trailer below! In addition to Ryan Reynolds, the film also stars Justice Smith (Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom) as Tim, Kathryn Newton (Lady Bird) as Lucy, and Ken Watanabe (Godzilla) as Lt. Yoshida. The movie comes from director Rob Letterman (Goosebumps, Monsters Vs. Aliens) with a script by Letterman and Nicole Perlman. POKÉMON Detective Pikachu is based on the popular Nintendo video game series which first launched in 1996. The franchise has since expanded into various animated shows and films, along with trading cards, toys, comics, apps, and other merchandise. This will be the first live-action movie adapted from the brand. Source: Warner Bros. (YouTube)Posted Mon Nov 12, 2018 at 11:33 AM PST by: -
Stanley Kubrick’s '2001: A Space Odyssey' Dated & Detailed for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray11/12/2018 UPDATE: Just in from Warners' PR agency: "There is a replication delay in finishing 2001: A Space Odyssey 4K UHD and Blu-ray product. The street date for this title is now 12/18/18." As previously reported, some of our readers were lucky and received their copies early or on time for the original 10/30/2018 street date. The rest of us (including our HDD Review screener) will have to wait a touch longer. 10/29/2018 UPDATE: And after all the delay news, some of our readers started getting their copies of 2001 over the weekend, ahead of the most recent 10/30/2018 street date. At this time, it's unclear as to what's exactly happening, but my guess is that pre-orders are being fulfilled and we won't see this title in stores until 11/20. 10/24/2018 UPDATE: [teaser]Warner Bros. has postponed Stanley Kubrick's 2001: A Space Odyssey 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray again.[/Teaser] Based on the 70mm restoration efforts supervised by Christopher Nolan, we've been eagerly anticipating 2001 opening the pod bay doors to 4K Dolby Vision next Tuesday. But alas, the mission is now delayed three weeks, until November 20th. If you're worried this means there's something wrong, we understand. But there's nothing to worry about. To quote the Warners' PR rep handling this release, "I've still got the greatest enthusiasm and confidence in the mission." Previous: Stanley Kubrick’s dazzling, Academy Award®-winning achievement is a compelling drama of man vs. machine, a stunning meld of music and motion. Kubrick (who co-wrote the screenplay with Arthur C. Clarke) first visits our prehistoric ape-ancestry past, then leaps millennia (via one of the most mind-blowing jump cuts ever) into colonized space, and ultimately whisks astronaut Bowman (Keir Dullea) into uncharted space, perhaps even into immortality. “Open the pod bay doors, HAL.” Let an awesome journey unlike any other begin. For the first time since the original release, new 70mm prints were struck from pristine printing elements made from the original camera negative. A longtime admirer of the late American auteur, Christopher Nolan worked closely with the team at Warner Bros. Pictures throughout the mastering process. Building on the work done for the new 70mm prints, the 4K UHD with HDR presentation was mastered from the 65mm original camera negative. The 4K UHD also includes both a remixed and restored 5.1 DTS-HD master audio track, as well as the original 1968 6-track theatrical audio mix (formatted for 5.1 DTS-HD master audio). “2001 to me is the most cinematic film that has ever been made and it has been an honour and a privilege to be able to share the film with a new generation,” said Nolan. “4K UHD allows the closest recreation of viewing the original film print in your own home. Kubrick’s masterpiece was originally presented on large format film and the deeper colour palette and superior resolution comes closest to matching the original analogue presentation.” With 2001: A Space Odyssey, director Stanley Kubrick redefined the limits of filmmaking and cemented his legacy as one of the most revolutionary and influential film directors of all time. Originally released in 70mm Cinerama roadshow format on April 4, 1968, the film ignited the imaginations of critics and audiences alike and its impact continues to resonate to this day. The film was directed and produced by Kubrick and written by Kubrick and Arthur C. Clarke, inspired by Clarke’s short story “The Sentinel.” The film stars Keir Dullea and Gary Lockwood. An award-winning director, writer and producer, Christopher Nolan most recently earned dual Academy Award nominations, for Best Director and Best Picture, for his experiential tour-de-force Dunkirk, which in July 2017 received the largest 70mm release in the last quarter century. His diverse filmography also includes Interstellar, Inception, the blockbuster The Dark Knight Trilogy, The Prestige, and Memento, for which he received his first Oscar® nomination, for Best Original Screenplay. The 2001: A Space Odyssey 4K UHD premium packaging will be available on October 30 at the suggested retail price (SRP) of $41.99, and includes the feature film in 4K resolution with HDR, a remastered Blu-ray disc with the feature film in hi-definition, a Blu-ray disc with the special features in hi-definition, and a Digital version of the feature film. The premium packaging also includes a collectible booklet and art cards featuring iconic images from the film. In addition to being included with the 4K UHD, the remastered Blu-ray disc with the feature film in hi-definition will also be available on October 30 as a standalone product for $19.98 SRP. 4K Ultra HD showcases 4K resolution with High Dynamic Range (HDR) and a wider color spectrum, offering consumers brighter, deeper, more lifelike colors for a home entertainment viewing experience like never before. The 4K UHD Blu-ray disc of 2001: A Space Odyssey will feature Dolby VisionTM HDR that dramatically expands the color palette and contrast range and uses dynamic metadata to automatically optimize the picture for every screen, frame by frame. Supplements include: NEWLY REMASTERED HDR PRESENTATION OF THE FILM Audio Commentary from Keir Dullea and Gary Lockwood Remastered Blu-ray with Commentary from Keir Dullea and Gary Lockwood The Making of a Myth Standing on the Shoulders of Kubrick: The Legacy of 2001 Vision of a Future Passed: The Prophecy of 2001 2001: A Space Odyssey – A Look Behind the Future What Is Out There? 2001: FX and Early Conceptual Artwork Look: Stanley Kubrick! 11/27/66 Interview with Stanley Kubrick [Audio Only] Original Theatrical Trailer Premium Booklet Art Cards You can find the latest specs for 2001: A Space Odyssey - 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray linked from our 4K Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under October 30. Order the 4K Blu-rayPosted Mon Nov 12, 2018 at 10:21 AM PST by: -
LG Launches Black Friday Deals on OLED, SUPER UHD, and UHD TVs[teaser]Select LG models are now on sale![/teaser] LG has announced the launch of Black Friday pricing for its 4K TV lineup. Discounted models include the company's C8 Series OLED TVs, SK9000 Series SUPER UHD TVs, and UK6570PUB Series UHD TVs. The deals are set to be active now through December 1. Here's a full rundown of the current deals: LG OLED65C8PUA 65" 4K Ultra HD OLED TV via Amazon - Currently $2,699 (regularly $3,499) LG OLED65C8PUA 65" 4K Ultra HD OLED TV via Best Buy - Currently $2,699 (regularly $3,499) LG OLED55C8PUA 55" 4K Ultra HD OLED TV via Amazon - Currently $1,699 (regularly $2,499) LG OLED55C8PUA 55" 4K Ultra HD OLED TV via Best Buy - Currently $1,699 (regularly $2,499) LG 65SK9000PUA 65" Super UHD TV via Amazon - Currently $1,299.99 (regularly $2,199.99) LG 65SK9000PUA 65" Super UHD TV via Best Buy - Currently $1,299.99 (regularly $2,199.99) LG 55SK9000PUA 55" Super UHD TV via Amazon - Currently $899.99 (regularly $1,499.99) LG 55SK9000PUA 55" Super UHD TV via Best Buy - Currently $899.99 (regularly $1,499.99) LG 86UK6570 86" 4K UHD TV via Amazon - Currently $2,499.99 (regularly $4,499.99) LG 86UK6570 86" 4K UHD TV via Best Buy - Currently $2,499.99 (regularly $4,499.99) LG 75UK6570 75" 4K UHD TV via Amazon - Currently $1,399.99 (regularly $2,199.99) LG 75UK6570 75" 4K UHD TV via Best Buy - Currently $1,399.99 (regularly $2,199.99) LG 70UK6570 70" 4K UHD TV via Amazon - Currently $899.99 (regularly $1,499.99) LG 70UK6570 70" 4K UHD TV via Best Buy - Currently $899.99 (regularly $1,499.99) These deals will only be active for a limited time while supplies last. Make sure to check back with High-Def Digest for all the latest Black Friday deals and promotions! Source: LGPosted Mon Nov 12, 2018 at 07:25 AM PST by:
