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A BEAUTIFUL PLANET and JOURNEY TO THE SOUTH PACIFIC Announced for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray[teaser]Both IMAX documentaries will be hitting the 4K format in December. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Mill Creek Entertainment is preparing A Beautiful Planet for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray on December 11. Narrated by Academy Award® winner Jennifer Lawrence, A Beautiful Planet is a breathtaking portrait of Earth from space, providing a unique perspective and increased understanding of our planet and galaxy as never seen before. Made in cooperation with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), the film features stunning footage of our magnificent blue planet and the effects humanity has had on it over time captured by the astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS). From space, Earth blazes at night with the electric intensity of human expansion a direct visualization of our changing world. But it is within our power to protect the planet. As we continue to explore and gain knowledge of our galaxy, we also develop a deeper connection to the place we all call home. The release will feature 2160p video, a DTS:X soundtrack, and supplements include An Extraordinary Vision, IMAX: Astronaut Filmmakers, and ABP Computing. Journey to the South Pacific will also be available on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray on the same date. Narrated by Academy Award® winner Cate Blanchett, Journey to the South Pacific will take moviegoers on a breathtaking IMAX® adventure to the lush tropical islands of remote West Papua, where life flourishes above and below the sea. Join Jawi, a young island boy as he takes us on a journey of discovery to this magical place where we encounter whale sharks, sea turtles, manta rays, and other iconic creatures of the sea. Home to more than 2,000 species of sea life, this exotic locale features the most diverse marine ecosystem on Earth. An uplifting story of hope and celebration, Journey to the South Pacific highlights the importance of living in balance with the ocean planet we all call home. The release will feature 2160p video, a DTS:X soundtrack, and supplements include a making-of featurette, 5 webisodes, and a trailer. You can find the latest specs for A Beautiful Planet - 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Journey to the South Pacific - 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray linked from our 4K Blu-ray Release Schedule, where they are indexed under December 11. Order the 4K Blu-ray Order the 4K Blu-rayPosted Fri Oct 12, 2018 at 08:39 AM PDT by: -
Coming Soon to Streaming: STAR TREK DISCOVERY, GOOD OMENS, and More[teaser]A demon, an angel, and a starship headline this week's collection of streaming trailers.[/teaser] CBS All Access, Amazon Prime Video, and Netflix have all released new previews and info for several of their upcoming programs and films. Here's a full rundown of titles scheduled to arrive on each service: Star Trek: Discovery Season Two (CBS All Access, January 17) - Follows the voyages of Starfleet on their missions to discover new worlds and new life forms, and one Starfleet officer who must learn that to truly understand all things alien, you must first understand yourself. Good Omens (Amazon Prime Video, Coming 2019) - Based on the best-selling novel by renowned authors Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman, this series follows the story of Aziraphale, an angel, and Crowley, a demon, who have formed an unlikely friendship spanning 6,000 years and have grown fond of life on earth. However, the end of time grows near with the approaching Armageddon and they must now join forces to find a way to save the world. The Boys (Amazon Prime Video, Coming 2019) - In a world where superheroes embrace the darker side of their massive celebrity and fame, THE BOYS centers on a group of vigilantes known informally as “The Boys,” who set out to take down corrupt superheroes with no more than their blue-collar grit and a willingness to fight dirty. THE BOYS is a fun and irreverent take on what happens when superheroes – who are as popular as celebrities, as influential as politicians and as revered as Gods – abuse their superpowers rather than use them for good. It’s the powerless against the super powerful as The Boys embark on a heroic quest to expose the truth about “The Seven,” and Vought – the multi-billion dollar conglomerate that manages these superheroes. Marvel’s Daredevil: Season 3 (Netflix, October 19) - Missing for months, Matt Murdock (Charlie Cox) reemerges a broken man, putting into question his future as both vigilante Daredevil and lawyer Matthew Murdock. But when his archenemy Wilson Fisk (Vincent D’Onofrio) is released from prison, Matt must choose between hiding from the world, or embracing his destiny as a hero. Making A Murderer: Part 2 (Netflix, October 19) - Emmy Award-winning filmmakers Laura Ricciardi and Moira Demos return to the Midwest where they have exclusive access to Steven Avery and his co-defendant and nephew Brendan Dassey, their families and the legal teams fighting for justice on their behalf. Over the course of 10 new episodes, Making a Murderer Part 2 provides an in-depth look at the high-stakes postconviction process, exploring the emotional toll the process takes on all involved. The Night Comes For Us (Netflix, October 19) - Follows Ito (played by Joe Taslim), a former triad enforcer, and his mission to protect a young girl while trying to escape his former gang after his mysterious disappearance setting off a violent battle on the streets of Jakarta. Haunted (Netflix, October 19) - From the Executive Producers of The Purge franchise and Lore, Haunted gives a chilling glimpse into the first-person accounts from people who have witnessed horrifying, peculiar, extraordinary supernatural events and other unexplained phenomenons that continue to haunt them. Best. Worst. Weekend. Ever. (Netflix, October 19) - Follows four friends as they make the most of their last weekend before high school. A comic convention has come to town, and they will do whatever it takes to be part of the magic. But after a wild party, a lost dog and a destroyed house, their friendship is put to the test. Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj (Netflix, October 28) - Add him to your watchlist -- they already did. In a new topical weekly show, comedian Hasan Minhaj will cut through the noise and explore the modern cultural and political landscape with depth and sincerity. New episodes, new topics, every Sunday. House of Cards: Season 6 (Netflix, November 2) - Golden Globe winner and Emmy Award nominee Robin Wright returns as President of the United States in the award-winning, landmark series House of Cards. Wright is joined by Academy Award® nominees Diane Lane and Greg Kinnear as well as Cody Fern this season alongside Emmy Award nominee Michael Kelly, Jayne Atkinson, Academy Award® nominee Patricia Clarkson, Emmy Award Nominee Constance Zimmer, Derek Cecil, Campbell Scott and Boris McGiver. Medal of Honor (Netflix, November 9) - From Academy Award Winning Executive Producer Robert Zemeckis and Academy Award Winning Director James Moll. Medal of Honor is an 8 part anthology series told through hybrid documentary and live action footage. It portrays stories of personal sacrifice that resulted in the highest military distinction: the Medal of Honor. Westside (Netflix, November 9) - Offers an unscripted and deeply personal glimpse into the journeys of nine young L.A.-based musicians. Each episode sheds light on their creative processes and personal struggles, interspersing cinema verité-style documentary footage with beautifully produced music videos featuring original songs. Warrior (Netflix, November 13) - A war veteran returns home with the hopes of peace and normalcy, but soon finds himself in a dangerous battle between a rough biker gang and the police force determined to take them down. The Christmas Chronicles (Netflix, November 22) - Tells the story of sister and brother, Kate (Darby Camp) and Teddy Pierce (Judah Lewis), whose Christmas Eve plan to catch Santa Claus (Kurt Russell) on camera turns into an unexpected journey that most kids could only dream about. After staking out Santa’s arrival, they sneak into his sleigh, cause it to crash and nearly derail Christmas. As their wild night unfolds, Kate and Teddy work together with Santa - as you've never seen him before - and his loyal Elves to save Christmas before it's too late. 1983 (Netflix, November 30) - The deeply frozen Cold War is heating up. Twenty years after a devastating terrorist attack in 1983 that halted the course of Poland’s liberation and the subsequent downfall of the Soviet Union, an idealistic law student and a disgraced police investigator stumble upon a conspiracy that has kept the Iron Curtain standing and Poland living under a repressive police state. - A current Netflix subscription starts at $11 per month for HD streaming and $14 per month for Ultra HD streaming. - A current CBS All Access subscription costs $5.99 per month with reduced commercials or $9.99 per month for a commercial-free plan. - A current Amazon Prime subscription costs $119 per year or $13 per month. Likewise, Prime Instant Video is available as a standalone service for $9 per month. Sources: Netflix (YouTube), CBS All Access (YouTube), Amazon (YouTube)Posted Fri Oct 12, 2018 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
First Teaser for Disney's Live Action ALADDIN is a Diamond in the Rough[teaser]The genie will be let out of the bottle again in May.[/teaser] Disney has released the first teaser for its new live action version of Aladdin. The movie is an adaptation of the 1992 animated film of the same name, and is set to hit theaters on May 24, 2019. Aladdin is the exciting tale of the charming street rat Aladdin, the courageous and self-determined Princess Jasmine and the Genie who may be the key to their future. Directed by Guy Ritchie, who brings his singular flair for fast-paced, visceral action to the fictitious port city of Agrabah, the film is written by John August and Ritchie based on Disney’s Aladdin. Check out the teaser trailer below! The film stars Will Smith as the Genie; Mena Massoud as Aladdin; Naomi Scott as Jasmine; Marwan Kenzari as Jafar; Navid Negahban as the Sultan; Nasim Pedrad as Dalia; Billy Magnussen as Prince Anders; and Numan Acar as Hakim. Dan Lin and Jonathan Eirich serve as producers. Meanwhile, Marc Platt and Kevin De La Noy are on board as executive producers. The score is written by Alan Menken, and will feature new recordings of the original songs written by Menken and lyricists Howard Ashman and Tim Rice from the original animated film, along with two new songs written by Menken, Benj Pasek, and Justin Paul. Aladdin joins a series of recent live-action adaptations based on classic Disney animated films, including Maleficent, Cinderella, The Jungle Book, and Beauty and the Beast. Other Disney re-imaginings in the works include Dumbo from director Tim Burton, The Lion King from director Jon Favreau, and Mulan from director Niki Caro. Source: Disney (YouTube)Posted Thu Oct 11, 2018 at 08:15 PM PDT by: -
The Villains Escape in Thrilling New GLASS Trailer[teaser]Mr. Glass, David Dunn, and The Beast will return to theaters in January.[/teaser] Universal has released a new trailer for M. Night Shyamalan's Glass. The film serves as a sequel to the director's previous films Unbreakable and Split, and is set to premiere on January 18, 2019. From Unbreakable, Bruce Willis returns as David Dunn as does Samuel L. Jackson as Elijah Price, known also by his pseudonym Mr. Glass. Joining from Split are James McAvoy, reprising his role as Kevin Wendell Crumb and the multiple identities who reside within, and Anya Taylor-Joy as Casey Cooke, the only captive to survive an encounter with The Beast. Following the conclusion of Split, Glass finds Dunn pursuing Crumb’s superhuman figure of The Beast in a series of escalating encounters, while the shadowy presence of Price emerges as an orchestrator who holds secrets critical to both men. Check out the new trailer below! Additional cast members include Treat Clark as Dunn's son Joseph, Charlayne Woodard as Price's mother, and Sarah Paulson as Dr. Ellie Staple. The film is produced by Shyamalan, Jason Blum, Ashwin Rajan and Marc Bienstock, along with executive producers Steven Schneider, Kevin Frakes, Gary Barber, and Roger Birnbaum. Glass is a Blinding Edge Pictures and Blumhouse production, and will be released by Universal Pictures in North America on January 18, 2019. Meanwhile, Buena Vista International will handle distribution abroad. Unbreakable was originally released in 2000 by Touchstone Pictures. Meanwhile, Split was first released in 2016 by Universal. Both films are currently available on Blu-ray and Split is also available on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray. Source: Universal (YouTube)Posted Thu Oct 11, 2018 at 10:52 AM PDT by: -
KIN Dated and Detailed for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray[teaser]The science fiction film will hit both formats this November. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Lionsgate says Kin will be available on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray on November 20. Recently released from prison, Jimmy (Jack Reynor) hopes to reconnect with his younger adopted brother, and estranged father (Dennis Quaid). But after a run-in with a vengeful criminal (James Franco), Jimmy and Eli become fugitives with one hope for survival: a metallic box from another dimension that transforms into a superpowered weapon and leads Eli to discover his true identity—a hero destined for greatness—in this thrilling action-adventure with a sci-fi twist. From the producers of Arrival and TV's "Stranger Things". The 4K release will feature Dolby Vision HDR, a DTS:X soundtrack, and supplements on both releases will include: Audio Commentary with co-directors Jonathan and Josh Baker and screenwriter Daniel Casey "Thicker Than Water: The Making of Kin" 8-Part Documentary "Enhanced Visual FX Breakdown" Featurette "Bag Man: Original Short" with optional audio commentary by co-directors Jonathan and Josh Baker 10 Deleted Scenes "Learned Behavoir: Special Features at Work" hour-long round table discussion between Jonathan and Josh Baker and reknown filmmakers including 10 Cloverfield Lane director Dan Trachtenberg, Swiss Army Man directors Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert, legendary special features producer Laurent Bouzereau (Jaws, Back to the Future, Ready Player One) and special features godfather Kevin Smith (Clerks, Chasing Amy, Tusk). You can find the latest specs for Kin linked from our 4K and Blu-ray Release Schedules, where it is indexed under November 20. Order the 4K Blu-ray Order the Blu-rayPosted Thu Oct 11, 2018 at 09:16 AM PDT by: -
CLIFFHANGER Announced and Detailed for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray[teaser]Renny Harlin's 1993 action-thriller starring Sylvester Stallone is getting a 4K upgrade in January. [/teaser] Sony is preparing Cliffhanger for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray on January 15. Sylvester Stallone, John Lithgow, Michael Rooker, Janine Turner and Ralph Waite star in this high-altitude avalanche of action: a nonstop adventure peaked with suspense and capped with heart-quaking terror. For Rocky Mountain Rescue, the mission is almost routine: locate five climbers. With the woman he loves (Turner) and his best friend (Rooker), Gabe Walker (Stallone) braves the icy peaks only to discover that the distress call is really a trap set by merciless international terrorist Eric Qualen (Lithgow). Now millions of dollars and their own lives hang in the balance. Against explosive firepower, bitter cold and dizzying heights, Walker must outwit Qualen in a deadly game of hide-and-seek. The release will feature a brand new 4K restoration from the original camera negative, a Dolby Atmos audio track, and supplements will include: Audio Commentary with Director Renny Harlin and Sylvester Stallone Technical Crew Commentary A Personal Introduction from Director Renny Harlin Deleted Scenes with Director Intro Making-of Featurette: "Stallone On The Edge" Special Effects Featurettes Storyboard Comparisons You can find the latest specs for Cliffhanger - 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray linked from our 4K Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under January 15.Posted Thu Oct 11, 2018 at 08:03 AM PDT by: -
AT&T and WarnerMedia Prep New Streaming Service[teaser]The upcoming platform is set to offer content from HBO, Warner Bros., and Turner.[/teaser] According to a report by CNN Business, AT&T's WarnerMedia division is prepping a new direct to consumer streaming service. The currently untitled platform joins an increasingly crowded market of new and upcoming digital media offerings, including a rival service in the works from Disney. "Today we announced plans to launch a new direct-to-consumer streaming service in the fourth quarter of 2019," said WarnerMedia CEO John Stankey in a statement released to the press. "This is another benefit of the AT&T/Time Warner merger, and we are committed to launching a compelling and competitive product that will serve as a complement to our existing businesses and help us to expand our reach by offering a new choice for entertainment with the WarnerMedia collection of films, television series, libraries, documentaries and animation loved by consumers around the world. We expect to create such a compelling product that it will help distributors increase consumer penetration of their current packages and help us successfully reach more customers." Full details on the upcoming service have not been announced yet, but the platform is expected to offer content from WarnerMedia's various entertainment assets, including HBO, Warner Bros., and Turner. Potential titles include various Warner Bros. properties like the Harry Potter franchise, along with catalog series like E.R. and The Big Bang Theory. Meanwhile, WarnerMedia already offers a standalone streaming version of HBO, dubbed HBO Now, with all of the premium network's live and on-demand content. It remains to be seen if the new service will also include full access to HBO or just a selection of the channel's shows and movies. Sources: CNN, WarnerMediaPosted Wed Oct 10, 2018 at 05:35 PM PDT by: -
VIZIO Expands Google Assistant Voice Control Support for SmartCast TVs[teaser]New voice control functions are coming to the SmartCast TV platform.[/teaser] VIZIO has announced plans to bring new Google Assistant voice control options to its SmartCast TV lineup. The expanded functions are set to launch on supported displays in the coming weeks. "VIZIO is a voice control leader in the smart TV industry, and with the demand for hands-free functionalities continuing to rise, VIZIO remains dedicated to delivering added value by integrating voice features for an enhanced overall user experience," said Bill Baxter, Chief Technology Officer, VIZIO. "With the introduction of expanded Google Assistant actions, we're excited to give VIZIO customers the ability to further integrate their SmartCast TVs into their connected smart home ecosystems." As part of the update, SmartCast TV owners with a Google Home or other Google Assistant-enabled device will be able to control their display's volume, input selection, and playback functions like pause, resume, stop, fast-forward, and rewind via hands-free spoken commands. Users will simply need to say, "Hey Google" followed by the desired function. In addition to voice support for Google Assistant devices, the SmartCast TV platform also offers integrated access to popular apps like Netflix, Prime Video, Vudu, iHeartRadio, Crackle, and Xumo directly through the TV screen using the included remote. Meanwhile, customers can also download the free SmartCast Mobile app to use their smartphone as a touchscreen remote, and Google Chromecast built-in allows users to cast thousands of Chromecast-enabled apps to the display from their supported mobile device. Likewise, SmartCast TVs also feature Amazon Alexa voice control capabilities via separate Alexa-enabled devices like an Echo or Echo Dot. The 2018 VIZIO 4K HDR SmartCast TV lineup includes the E-Series, M-Series, P-Series (full review HERE), and P-Series Quantum. Source: VIZIOPosted Tue Oct 9, 2018 at 05:10 PM PDT by: -
Google Announces Pixel 3 Smartphone, Home Hub Smart Screen, and Pixel Slate Tablet[teaser]Several new mobile and smart home devices have been detailed.[/teaser] Google has revealed its latest smartphone lineup. The new Pixel 3 and Pixel 3XL offer several advanced display, camera, and AI features. In addition, the company has also announced the new Google Home Hub smart screen and the Pixel Slate tablet. The Pixel 3 features a 5.5" FHD+ OLED display with 443ppi, an 18:9 aspect ratio, Corning Gorilla Glass 5, and UHDA Certified HDR support. Meanwhile, the Pixel 3XL steps things up with a larger 6.3" QHD+ OLED display with 523ppi, and an 18.5:9 aspect ratio. Under the hood, both models are powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 2.5GHz + 1.6GHz, 64Bit Octa-Core processor and 4GB of LPDDR4x RAM running Android 9 with Google Assistant. A 12.2MP dual-pixel rear camera and dual 8MP wide-angle and normal FoV cameras are integrated as well. In addition, the smartphones use AI and other advanced technologies to offer enhanced camera features, including a Top Shot option to take alternate shots and recommend the best one; a Super Res Zoom mode to maintain sharp detail when zooming in on images; Night Sight for high quality low light photography without a flash; Motion Auto Focus for video recordings; and more. Likewise, new Google Assistant features are being implemented as well, including a Screen Call feature to weed out spam and telemarketers. The Pixel 3 and Pixel 3XL are now available for pre-order from Best Buy with Verizon coverage. Pixel 3 models start at $799 while Pixel 3XL models start at $899. Meanwhile, outside of smartphones, Google has also revealed its new Home Hub. The smart screen device features a 7-inch LCD touch display with rounded corners and a fabric textured stand available in four colors. Google Assistant functionality is integrated as well along with far-field microphones, offering hands-free voice control for a variety of functions and tasks, including searches, YouTube, Google Photos, calendar, music, recipes, maps, and more. Likewise, the unit includes an Ambient EQ light sensor to automatically adjust screen brightness to match the lighting in a user's room. The Google Home Hub is now available for pre-order from the Google Store for $149. The device will launch in retailers like Best Buy on October 22. Finally, Google has detailed its new Pixel Slate as well. The tablet is powered by the Chrome OS and offers mobile functionality and desktop-style features. The device features a 12.3” LCD Molecular Touchscreen Display with a resolution of 3000x2000, 293 ppi, and 400 nits of brightness. Likewise, the panel includes support for the Google Pixelbook Pen. Under the hood, models will be available with 8th Gen Intel Core m3, i5 or i7 processor, or Intel Celeron processors, along with 4GB, 8GB, and 16GB RAM options. 8MP rear and front cameras are integrated as well, and the unit includes dual front-firing speakers. Google Assistant functionality is also supported, and battery life is rated for up to 12 hours of use. The Pixel Slate is set to launch later this year with configurations starting at $599. Meanwhile, an optional Pixel Slate Keyboard will also be available for an MSRP of $199. Source: GooglePosted Tue Oct 9, 2018 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
BAD TIMES AT THE EL ROYALE 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Pre-Orders Live[teaser]Drew Goddard's thriller is in the works for both formats and is already up for pre-order at Amazon. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, 20th Century Fox says Bad Times at the El Royale will be available on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray in the near future. Seven strangers, each with a secret to bury, meet at a run-down hotel in Lake Tahoe in 1960s California. Over the course of a fateful night, they all get one last shot at redemption before everything goes wrong. No other details have been released at this time. You can find the latest specs for Bad Times at the El Royale 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 Oct 9, 2018 at 09:10 AM PDT by:
