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Marvel Studios Celebrates 10th Anniversary with IMAX Film Festival[teaser]The Avengers are reassembling on IMAX screens.[/teaser] In celebration of the studio's 10th Anniversary, Marvel has announced a special IMAX Film Festival. The event will feature all twenty Marvel Cinematic Universe movies and is set to run from August 30 through September 6 at select IMAX theaters in the US and Canada. Tickets are now available via Fandango.com/MarvelStudios10. The festival will spread out all twenty MCU films in release order over its first five days, starting with 2008's Iron Man and capping off with 2018's Ant-Man and the Wasp. Meanwhile, the following two days will feature special themed programs with titles focused on "Origins" and "Team Ups." Finally, the last day of the event will conclude with two fan choice picks. Viewers can vote for their favorites at https://twitter.com/IMAX/status/1027964271181758464. Voting will close on August 17. Though most Marvel films have been exhibited in IMAX before, the festival will actually mark the first time that Iron Man, The Incredible Hulk, and Captain America: The First Avenger are available to watch in the giant-screen format. "We knew we wanted to go big to celebrate 10 years of Marvel Studios, and you can't get any bigger than Imax," said Kevin Feige president of Marvel Studios. "This is an incredible celebration for fans. They will be able to see all of Marvel Studios' films back-to-back and really be immersed in the Marvel Cinematic Universe." Here's a full rundown of the Marvel Studios 10th Anniversary Film Festival schedule: And beyond the studio's 10th Anniversary Film Festival, Marvel's upcoming slate of movies includes Captain Marvel on March 8, 2019, Avengers 4 on May 3, 2019, and Spider-Man: Far From Home on July 5, 2019. In addition, Sony is set to release Venom on October 5, and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse on December 14. Meanwhile 20th Century Fox is bringing X-Men: Dark Phoenix to theaters on February 14, 2019, and The New Mutants to theaters on August 2, 2019. Sources: Marvel, DeadlinePosted Sat Aug 11, 2018 at 01:25 PM PDT by: -
Coming Soon to Streaming: Castlevania, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, and More[teaser]Vampires, stand-up comics, and a double dose of Paul Rudd are all heading to various streaming platforms.[/teaser] Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon have 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: Magic For Humans (Netflix, August 17) - From baffling people on the street to orchestrating elaborate tricks, Justin Willman blends good-natured magic with grown-up laughs. Stay Here (Netflix, August 17) - Designer Genevieve Gorder and real estate expert Peter Lorimer show property owners how to turn their short-term rentals into moneymaking showstoppers. The After Party (Netflix, August 24) - When an aspiring rapper goes viral for all the wrong reasons, he thinks his career is over. But when his best friend gets them into a wild NYC after party, he gets one more chance to make the impossible happen. The Innocents: Little Secrets (Netflix, August 24) - When teenagers Harry and June run away from their repressive families to be together, they’re derailed by an extraordinary discovery - June’s ability to shape-shift. As the star-crossed lovers struggle to control this strange new power, a mysterious professor reveals that June is not alone: there are more shifters out there like her, and he promises to cure June and reunite her with the mother who deserted her three years ago. But as their journey becomes increasingly fraught with danger, Harry and June's love for each other is tested to breaking point and they're faced with a choice: keep their innocent dream alive, or embrace that their lives have changed and risk everything. Created and written by Hania Elkington and Simon Duric, who also executive produce, The Innocents stars Sorcha Groundsell as June, Percelle Ascott as Harry and Guy Pearce as Halvorson. Elaine Pyke, Charlie Pattinson, and Willow Grylls of New Pictures serve as Executive Producers, along with Farren Blackburn. Blackburn directed six of the eight episodes. Maniac (Netflix, September 21) - Set in a world somewhat like our world, in a time quite similar to our time, Maniac tells the stories of Annie Landsberg (Emma Stone) and Owen Milgrim (Jonah Hill), two strangers drawn to the late stages of a mysterious pharmaceutical trial, each for their own reasons. Annie’s disaffected and aimless, fixated on broken relationships with her mother and her sister; Owen, the fifth son of wealthy New York industrialists, has struggled his whole life with a disputed diagnosis of schizophrenia. Neither of their lives have turned out quite right, and the promise of a new, radical kind of pharmaceutical treatment—a sequence of pills its inventor, Dr. James K. Mantleray (Justin Theroux), claims can repair anything about the mind, be it mental illness or heartbreak—draws them and ten other strangers to the facilities of Neberdine Pharmaceutical and Biotech for a three-day drug trial that will, they’re assured, with no complications or side-effects whatsoever, solve all of their problems, permanently. Things do not go as planned. Maniac is created by Patrick Somerville, and directed by Cary Joji Fukunaga. The Kindergarten Teacher (Netflix, October 12) - Maggie Gyllenhaal plays a Staten Island kindergarten teacher who, when she discovers what may be a gifted five-year-old in her class, becomes fascinated and obsessed with the child, spiraling downward on a dangerous and desperate path in order to nurture his talent. Castlevania: Season 2 (Netflix, October 26) - Inspired by the classic video game series, Castlevania is a dark medieval fantasy following the last surviving member of the disgraced Belmont clan, trying to save Eastern Europe from extinction at the hand of Vlad Dracula Tepe himself. The animated series is from Frederator Studios, a Wow! Unlimited Media company, written by best-selling author and comic book icon Warren Ellis and executive produced by Warren Ellis, Kevin Kolde, Fred Seibert and Adi Shankar. In addition, Netflix is also prepping a new 8-episode comedy series called Living With Yourself. The show stars Paul Rudd as a man struggling with his life who undergoes a novel treatment to become a better person, and finds he’s been replaced by a new and improved version -- revealing that his own worst enemy is himself. Timothy Greenberg serves as creator, showrunner, and executive producer. An exact release date has not been announced yet. Safe Harbour (Hulu, August 24) - On a yachting holiday from Darwin to Indonesia, five Australians come across a broken-down fishing boat, full of desperate asylum seekers. The Australians decide to help, towing the refugees, but when they wake the next morning the fishing boat is gone. Five years later they meet some of the refugees again and learn the truth. Someone cut the rope between the two boats and, as a result, seven people died when the fishing boat sank. The revelation drives a wedge of mistrust between the Australians, as they grapple with protecting themselves and doing the right thing. The refugees struggle with their desire for justice and, possibly, revenge. Old secrets come to light, relationships are shattered and lives are put in danger. And one question hangs over it all – who cut the rope? The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel: Season 2 (Amazon Prime Video, Coming Soon) - In 1958 New York, Midge Maisel's life is on track- husband, kids, and elegant Yom Kippur dinners in their Upper West Side apartment. But when her life takes a surprise turn, she has to quickly decide what else she's good at - and going from housewife to stand-up comic is a wild choice to everyone but her. The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel is written and directed by Amy Sherman-Palladino (Gilmore Girls). - A current Netflix subscription starts at $11 per month for HD streaming and $14 per month for Ultra HD streaming. - 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. - A current Hulu subscription starts at $8 per month with commercials. In addition, ad-free playback is available for $12 per month. Sources: Netflix (YouTube), Hulu (YouTube), Amazon (YouTube)Posted Fri Aug 10, 2018 at 09:45 PM PDT by: -
BlacKkKlansman 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray & Blu-ray Up for Pre-Order[teaser]Spike Lee's latest film is coming to 4K later this year.[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Universal is prepping BlacKkKlansman for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray. An exact release date has not been announced yet, but pre-orders are now live. From visionary filmmaker Spike Lee comes the incredible true story of an American hero. It's the early 1970s, and Ron Stallworth (John David Washington) is the first African-American detective to serve in the Colorado Springs Police Department. Determined to make a name for himself, Stallworth bravely sets out on a dangerous mission: infiltrate and expose the Ku Klux Klan. The young detective soon recruits a more seasoned colleague, Flip Zimmerman (Adam Driver), into the undercover investigation of a lifetime. Together, they team up to take down the extremist hate group as the organization aims to sanitize its violent rhetoric to appeal to the mainstream. Produced by the team behind the Academy-Award winning Get Out. Specs and supplements have not been detailed yet. You can find the latest specs for BlacKkKlansman linked from our Blu-ray and 4K Release Schedules, where it is indexed under PENDING. Order the 4K Blu-ray Order the Blu-rayPosted Fri Aug 10, 2018 at 10:45 AM PDT by: -
Justice League: Throne of Atlantis (Commemorative Edition) Announced for Blu-ray and 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray[teaser]The 2015 animated DC movie will receive a Commemorative Edition on both formats this November. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Brothers says Justice League: Throne of Atlantis (Commemorative Edition) will be available on Blu-ray and 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray on November 13. In Justice League: Throne of Atlantis, Cyborg discovers an imminent threat in the depths of the oceans so powerful that it rallies together the newly formed Justice League. Meanwhile, wandering thousands of feet above the ocean floor is drifter Arthur Curry, a man with strange powers who may be the last chance to bridge the ancient Atlantean world with our own. Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman and the rest of DC's Justice League must band together as they face off against warmongering Orm, an army of sea creatures, otherworldly weapons and perilous odds. In this all-new epic adventure from the DC Universe, mankind's only hope of escaping from the darkness lies with the guiding light of a man – Aquaman! Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements include: Aquaman: The New King (NEW featurette) – An immersive look at Arthur Curry's evolution from guardian of the ocean to the King of Atlantis and key member of the Justice League. Audio Commentary (NEW) – Renowned former DC Editor and current Creative Director of Animation Mike Carlin, Creative Director of Animation, and Throne of Atlantis screenwriter Heath Corson share their insights into the legend of Aquaman. Scoring Atlantis: The Sound of the Deep (Featurette) – Every great film needs a great musical score. Filled with emotion, music takes us on a dynamic journey as we adventure with the hero. Throne of Atlantis takes us on that quest through the eyes of Arthur Curry. Robin and Nightwing Bonus Sequence – Producer James Tucker provides video commentary for this exciting bonus sequence where Robin and Nightwing join forces. Throne of Atlantis: 2014 New York Comic Con Panel – The entire, lively one-hour panel discussion between actor Matt Lanter, producer James Tucker, screenwriter Heath Corson, character designer Phil Bourassa and dialogue director Andrea Romano. Villains of the Deep (Featurette) – From Ocean Master to Black Manta to King Shark, each villain operates from his own deep sense of conviction, presenting an incredible challenge for the hero in Arthur Curry, aka Aquaman. This documentary goes into the biographical details of the villains. A Sneak Peek at The Death of Superman – The Death of Superman is widely considered one of the most popular stories in the Superman canon and the DCU. This sneak peek at the exciting new film discusses the story and its place in pop culture. A Sneak Peek at Reign of the Supermen – An exciting look at the new film which brings the epic and emotional story of a world without the Man of Steel to life. Bonus cartoons from the DC Comics Vault You can find the latest specs for Justice League: Throne of Atlantis (Commemorative Edition) linked from our Blu-ray and 4K Release Schedules, where it is indexed under November 13.Posted Fri Aug 10, 2018 at 07:02 AM PDT by: -
Epix Launches 4K Ultra HD Support on DISH, T-Mobile’s Layer3 TV, and Apple TV[teaser]The premium cable network now offers on-demand 4K content.[/teaser] Epix has announced the launch of 4K Ultra HD support for select video-on-demand titles. 4K content is currently available to subscribers who use DISH or Layer3 TV services with 4K set-top boxes. Likewise, all Epix users with authenticated pay-TV accounts can also access 4K content through the Epix Apple TV 4K app. "EPIX is committed to embracing new technologies to provide subscribers with the best viewing experience of our premium original programming and movies," said Monty Sarhan, EVP and General Manager of EPIX. "We are pleased to partner with DISH and Layer3 TV to deliver this advanced offering to a wider audience, and look forward to working with more distributors to include 4K Ultra HD as part of their entertainment packages." 4K Ultra HD titles currently available via Epix VOD include movies like Arrival, The Magnificent Seven, Star Trek Beyond, Ben Hur, and Transformers: The Last Knight. In addition, Die Another Day, GoldenEye, Licence To Kill, Tomorrow Never Dies, Goldfinger, From Russia With Love, and The Spy Who Loved Me will be added later this year. With that said, it doesn't look like the network's initial offerings support high dynamic range, though Epix is reportedly considering HDR playback for the future. "While 4K televisions have become a staple in households throughout the U.S., 4K shows and movies are still a bit of a rarity," said Vivek Khemka, DISH executive vice president and chief technology officer. "That's why we're continuously working to bring more of this content into our customers' homes, and are pleased to work with EPIX so subscribers can access more TV in crystal-clear clarity, directly from their Hopper 3 and 4K Joey set-top boxes." Beyond DISH and Layer3 TV, the Epix network is currently available through a variety of cable and satellite packages. Likewise, subscribers with an authenticated pay-TV subscription can watch standard live and on demand Epix content through iPhones, iPads, Apple TV, Amazon Fire Tablets, Amazon Fire TV, Android phones and tablets, Desktop and Laptop Computers (via web browser), Chromecast, Honda, PlayStation 4, Roku devices, Android TVs, TiVo (Premiere, Mini, Roamio, Bolt), and Xbox One. Source: EpixPosted Thu Aug 9, 2018 at 05:15 PM PDT by: -
Roku Channel Free Streaming Service Expands to More Devices[teaser]The company's free streaming channel is no longer exclusive to just Roku products.[/teaser] Roku has announced the expansion of its Roku Channel service to more connected devices. Though previously only available on Roku media players and Roku TVs, The Roku Channel is now accessible with a free Roku account through the web via PCs, laptops, smartphones, and tablets. Likewise, the app is also rolling out to select Samsung Smart TVs. The Roku Channel offers access to a library of free, ad-supported movies and TV shows, including a mix of contemporary titles and classics like The Matrix Trilogy, School of Rock, 50 First Dates, 3rd Rock from the Sun, In the Line of Fire, Blown Away, The Misfits, Bewitched, The Evil Dead, and more -- in HD and surround sound when available. Likewise, the platform also includes access to live TV content from ABC News, Cheddar, Newsy, and PeopleTV. And in addition to expanded Roku Channel support, Roku has also announced a new "Featured Free" category for the Home Screen on its Roku OS. This section offers direct links to free current season TV shows, classic series, and movies from The Roku Channel, ABC, The CW, CW Seed, FOX, Freeform, Pluto TV, Sony Crackle, Tubi and more. Featured Free is now rolling out to Roku devices via a phased software update. "We want to be the best destination for free streaming entertainment. We're delighted to deliver even more value to our customers without subscriptions, complicated logins or fees," said Rob Holmes, Roku’s Vice President of Programming and Engagement. "By expanding The Roku Channel to the Web, we're broadening the access points to high-quality, free streaming entertainment. With Featured Free, we're making it easy for our customers to see the great, free content already available on the Roku platform in one place, while creating value for our content providers by connecting them with Roku’s growing audience." Source: Roku via BusinessWirePosted Thu Aug 9, 2018 at 01:35 PM PDT by: -
Rumor Mill: David Fincher's Panic Room & The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo Prepped for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray[teaser]Both crime thrillers are rumored to be getting the 4K treatment at the end of the year. [/teaser] According to The Digital Bits, Sony is preparing Panic Room and The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray later this year. Panic Room - Trapped in their New York brownstone's panic room, a hidden chamber built as a sanctuary in the event of break-ins, newly divorced Meg Altman (Jodie Foster) and her young daughter Sarah (Kristen Stewart) play a deadly game of cat-and-mouse with three intruders - Burnham (Forest Whitaker), Raoul (Dwight Yoakam) and Junior (Jared Leto) - during a brutal home invasion. But the room itself is the focal point because what the intruders really want is inside it. The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo - Disgraced financial reporter Mikael Blomkvist (Daniel Craig) finds a chance to redeem his honor after being hired by wealthy Swedish industrialist Henrik Vanger (Christopher Plummer) to solve the 40-year-old murder of Vanger's niece, Harriet. Vanger believes that Harriet was killed by a member of his own family. Eventually joining Blomkvist on his dangerous quest for the truth is Lisbeth Salander (Rooney Mara), an unusual but ingenious investigator whose fragile trust is not easily won. No other details have been revealed at this time. You can find the latest specs for Panic Room and The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo linked from our 4K Blu-ray Release Schedule, where they are indexed under PENDING.Posted Thu Aug 9, 2018 at 10:13 AM PDT by: -
Samsung Reveals Galaxy Note9 Smartphone with Dolby Atmos[teaser]The new premium smartphone has been detailed.[/teaser] Samsung has unveiled the latest addition to its Galaxy lineup of mobile devices. The new Galaxy Note9 offers several advanced features, including an intelligent camera, an all-day battery, and more. "The Note has always been our showcase for premium technology and industry-defining innovation, and Galaxy Note9 is no exception. It's designed for a level of performance, power and intelligence that today’s power users want and need," said DJ Koh, President and CEO of IT & Mobile Communications Division, Samsung Electronics. "Note fans are Samsung’s most loyal; we know they want it all, to get the most out of work and play, and Galaxy Note9 is the only phone that can keep up with their busy lives." The smartphone features a 6.4-inch Quad HD+ Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 2960x1440 and 516ppi. Under the hood, the device is powered by a 10nm 64-bit Octa-core processor (Max. 2.8 GHz + 1.7 GHz) running Android 8.1 (Oreo). In addition, the unit features a 4,000mAh battery for long-lasting use and stereo speakers tuned by AKG with Dolby Atmos capabilities to simulate multi-dimensional, 360-degree audio through the speakers or connected headphones. Meanwhile, the Note's S Pen has been upgraded with new Bluetooth Low-Energy (BLE) support, allowing users to take pictures, present slides, play music, and more with just the click of a button. A Rear 12MP Dual Camera with Dual OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) and a Front 8MP camera are integrated as well. The main camera includes advanced noise reduction tech and a Dual Aperture lens which can adjust to light like the human eye. Likewise, the camera offers several advanced intelligent features, including a Scene Optimizer to automatically optimize a photo's saturation, white balance, brightness, and contrast; and Flaw Detection to automatically notify users when a shot is blurry, a subject blinked, there is a smudge on the lens, or backlight issues are degrading the picture quality. Samsung's Galaxy Note9 will be available for pre-order starting August 10. The 128GB model will start hitting carriers and retailers on August 24 for an MSRP of $999.99. Meanwhile, the 512GB model will carry a suggested price of $1,249.99. Carrier and unlocked versions will both be available in Ocean Blue and Lavender Purple colors. Source: SamsungPosted Thu Aug 9, 2018 at 09:30 AM PDT by: -
The Thing: 3-Disc Collector's Edition Blu-ray SteelBook Announced[teaser]John Carpenter's classic thriller is getting a remastered SteelBook Blu-ray release this November. [/teaser] Scream Factory is working on The Thing: 3-Disc Collector's Edition (SteelBook) for a November 6 release. The 3-Disc Blu-ray will feature the film with a new 4K remaster and the SteelBook packaging will be limited to 10,000 units. You can find the latest specs for The Thing: 3-Disc Collector's Edition (SteelBook) linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under November 6.Posted Wed Aug 8, 2018 at 02:19 PM PDT by: -
Klipsch Releases New Reference Series Speakers[teaser]The latest iteration of the company's popular speaker lineup is now available.[/teaser] Klipsch has announced the launch of its updated Reference Series speaker collection. The series consists of 13 models, including floorstanding speakers, bookshelf speakers, center channel speakers, Dolby Atmos enabled speakers, powered monitors, and subwoofers. "The new Reference series speakers combine modern materials and technology to create an unforgettable, unrivaled music and movie listening experiences at these price points," said Kerry Geist, product manager for Klipsch. Sixth generation Reference Series speakers use a larger proprietary Tractrix horn, a new tweeter, new phase plugs, and new rear Tractrix ports for enhanced bandwidth, accuracy, and bass. Likewise, the lineup also features some key aesthetic improvements, including angled feet, full-length low profile magnetic grilles, and a scratch-resistant black wood grain vinyl finish, along with industrial-style fasteners and spun-copper IMG woofer cones. Here's a full rundown of pricing for each new model in the collection: R-625FA Dolby Atmos Floorstanding Speaker - $599 each R-820F Floorstanding Speaker - $449 each R-620F Floorstanding Speaker - $349 each R-610F Floorstanding Speaker - $249 each R-52C Center Channel Speaker - $249 each R-34C Center Channel Speaker - $349 each R-51M Bookshelf Speakers - $249 per pair R-41M Bookshelf Speakers - $199 per pair R-41PM Powered Monitors - $399 per pair R-51PM Powered Monitors - $499 per pair R-41SA Dolby Atmos Elevation Speakers - $399 per pair R-120SW Powered Subwoofer - $449 each R-100SW Powered Subwoofer - $349 each The updated Klipsch Reference Series speakers are now available at select retailers and Klipsch.com. And beyond the new Reference Series, Klipsch also recently released its Heritage Theater Bar. The high performance 3-channel passive sound bar is now available with prices starting at $2,199. Source: KlipschPosted Wed Aug 8, 2018 at 01:10 PM PDT by:
