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'Red Sparrow' Dated and Detailed for Blu-ray and 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray[teaser]The smart and sexy thriller starring Jennifer Lawrence hits both formats next month. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, 20th Century Fox says 'Red Sparrow' will be available on Blu-ray and 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray on May 22. Dominika Egorova is many things. A devoted daughter determined to protect her mother at all costs. A prima ballerina whose ferocity has pushed her body and mind to the absolute limit. A master of seductive and manipulative combat. When she suffers a career-ending injury, Dominika and her mother are facing a bleak and uncertain future. That is why she finds herself manipulated into becoming the newest recruit for Sparrow School, a secret intelligence service that trains exceptional young people like her to use their bodies and minds as weapons. After enduring the perverse and sadistic training process, she emerges as the most dangerous Sparrow the program has ever produced. Dominika must now reconcile the person she was with the power she now commands, with her own life and everyone she cares about at risk, including an American CIA agent who tries to convince her he is the only person she can trust. The Blu-ray will feature a lossless 7.1 soundtrack (Dolby Atmos on the 4K release) and supplements include: A New Cold War: Origination and AdaptationAgents Provocateurs: The Ensemble CastTradecraft: Visual AuthenticityHeart of the Tempest: On LocationWelcome to Sparrow School: Ballet and StuntsA Puzzle of Need: Post-ProductionDirector Commentary by Francis Lawrence10 Deleted Scenes (With Optional Commentary by Francis Lawrence) You can find the latest specs for Red Sparrow linked from our Blu-ray and 4K Release Schedules, where it is indexed under May 22. Order the Blu-ray Order the 4K Blu-rayPosted Tue Apr 17, 2018 at 01:41 PM PDT by: -
Criterion Details July 2018 Blu-ray Titles[teaser]Films from Steven Soderbergh, Ron Shelton, Powell & Pressburger, and more are all on the way from Criterion.[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Criterion is preparing Dietrich & von Sternberg in Hollywood, Bull Durham, Dragon Inn, Sex, Lies, and Videotape, and A Matter of Life and Death for Blu-ray throughout the month of July. Dietrich & von Sternberg in Hollywood (July 3) - Tasked by studio executives with finding the next great screen siren, visionary Hollywood director Josef von Sternberg joined forces with rising German actor Marlene Dietrich, kicking off what would become one of the most legendary partnerships in cinema history. Over the course of six films produced by Paramount in the 1930s, the pair refined their shared fantasy of pleasure, beauty, and excess. Dietrich’s coolly transgressive mystique was a perfect match for the provocative roles von Sternberg cast her in—including a sultry chanteuse, a cunning spy, and the hedonistic Catherine the Great—and the filmmaker captured her allure with chiaroscuro lighting and opulent design, conjuring fever-dream visions of exotic settings from Morocco to Shanghai. Suffused with frank sexuality and worldly irony, these deliriously entertaining masterpieces are landmarks of cinematic artifice. Includes: Morocco, Dishonored, Shanghai Express, Blonde Venus, The Scarlet Empress, and The Devil Is a Woman. - New 2K or 4K digital restorations of all six films, with uncompressed monaural soundtracks on the Blu-rays- New interviews with film scholars Janet Bergstrom and Homay King; director Josef von Sternberg’s son, Nicholas; Deutsche Kinemathek curator Silke Ronneburg; and costume designer and historian Deborah Nadoolman Landis- New documentary about actor Marlene Dietrich’s German origins, featuring film scholars Gerd Gemünden and Noah Isenberg- New documentary on Dietrich’s status as a feminist icon, featuring film scholars Mary Desjardins, Amy Lawrence, and Patricia White- The Legionnaire and the Lady, a 1936 Lux Radio Theatre adaptation of Morocco, featuring Dietrich and actor Clark Gable- New video essay by critics Adrian Martin and Cristina Álvarez López- The Fashion Side of Hollywood, a 1935 publicity short featuring Dietrich and costume designer Travis Banton- Television interview with Dietrich from 1971- PLUS: A book featuring essays by critics Imogen Sara Smith, Gary Giddins, and Farran Smith Nehme Order the Blu-ray Bull Durham (July 10) - Former minor leaguer Ron Shelton hit a grand slam with his directorial debut, one of the most revered sports movies of all time. Durham Bulls devotee Annie Savoy (Susan Sarandon)—who every year takes a new player under her wing (and into her bed)—has singled out the loose-cannon pitching prospect Nuke LaLoosh (Tim Robbins), a big-league talent with a rock-bottom maturity level. But she’s unable to shake Crash Davis (Kevin Costner), the veteran catcher brought in to give Nuke some on-the-field seasoning. A breakthrough film for all three of its stars and an Oscar nominee for Shelton’s highly quotable screenplay, Bull Durham is a freewheeling hymn to wisdom, experience, and America’s pastime, tipping its cap to all those who grind it out for love of the game. - New, restored 4K digital transfer, supervised and approved by director Ron Shelton, with 2.0 surround DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack on the Blu-ray- Alternate 5.1 surround soundtrack, presented in DTS‑HD Master Audio on the Blu-ray-Two audio commentaries featuring Shelton and actors Kevin Costner and Tim Robbins- New conversation between Shelton and film critic Michael Sragow- Between the Lines: The Making of “Bull Durham,” a 2002 program featuring interviews with cast and crew, including Shelton, Costner, Robbins, and actor Susan Sarandon- The Greatest Show on Dirt, a 2008 appreciation of the film featuring former players, broadcasters, and sports-film aficionados- NBC Nightly News piece from 1993 on the final season of baseball at Durham Athletic Park, where Bull Durham takes place and was shotI- nterview with Max Patkin, known as the Clown Prince of Baseball, from a 1991 episode of NBC’s Today- Trailer- PLUS: Excerpts from a 1989 piece by longtime New Yorker baseball writer Roger Angell, with new comments from the author Order the Blu-ray Dragon Inn (July 10) - The art of martial-arts filmmaking took a leap into bold new territory with this action-packed tale of Ming-dynasty intrigue. After having the emperor’s minister of defense executed, a power-grabbing eunuch sends assassins to trail the victim’s children to a remote point on the northern Chinese border. But that bloodthirsty mission is confounded by a mysterious group of fighters who arrive on the scene, intent on delivering justice and defending the innocent. The first film King Hu made after moving to Taiwan from Hong Kong in search of more creative freedom, Dragon Inn combines rhythmic editing, meticulous choreography, and gorgeous widescreen compositions with a refinement that was new to the wuxia genre. Its blockbuster success breathed new life into a classic formula and established Hu as one of Chinese cinema’s most audacious innovators. - New 4K digital restoration, supervised by cinematographer Hua Hui-ying, with uncompressed monaural soundtrack on the Blu-ray- New interview with actor Shangkuan Ling-fung- Interview from 2016 with actor Shih Chun- Scene analysis by author and New York Asian Film Festival cofounder Grady Hendrix- Newsreel footage of the film’s 1967 premiere in Taipei, Taiwan- Trailer- New English subtitle translation- PLUS: An essay by critic Andrew Chan Order the Blu-ray Sex, Lies, and Videotape (July 17) - With his provocative feature debut, twenty-six-year-old Steven Soderbergh trained his focus on the complexities of human intimacy and deception in the modern age. Housewife Ann (Andie MacDowell) feels distant from her lawyer husband, John (Peter Gallagher), who is sleeping with her sister (Laura San Giacomo). When John’s old friend Graham (a magnetic, Cannes-award-winning James Spader) comes to town, Ann is drawn to the soft-spoken outsider, eventually uncovering his startling private obsession: videotaping women as they confess their deepest desires. A piercingly intelligent and flawlessly performed chamber piece, in which the video camera becomes a charged metaphor for the characters’ isolation, the Palme d’Or–winning sex, lies, and videotape changed the landscape of American film, helping pave the way for the thriving independent scene of the 1990s. - New, restored 4K digital transfer, supervised by director Steven Soderbergh, with 5.1 surround DTS‑HD Master Audio soundtrack on the Blu-ray- Audio commentary from 1998 featuring director Steven Soderbergh in conversation with filmmaker Neil LaBute- New program by Soderbergh, featuring responses to questions sent in by fans- Interviews with Soderbergh from 1990 and 1992- New documentary about the making of the film featuring actors Peter Gallagher, Andie MacDowell, and Laura San Giacomo- New conversation with composer Cliff Martinez and supervising sound editor Larry Blake- Deleted scene with commentary by Soderbergh- Trailers- More!- PLUS: An essay by critic Amy Taubin and, in the Blu-ray release, excerpts from Soderbergh’s diaries written at the time of the film’s production Order the Blu-ray A Matter of Life and Death (July 24) - After miraculously surviving a jump from his burning plane, RAF pilot Peter Carter (David Niven) encounters the American radio operator (Kim Hunter) to whom he’s just delivered his dying wishes and, face-to-face on a tranquil English beach, the pair fall in love. When a messenger from the afterlife arrives to correct the clerical error that spared his life, Peter must mount a fierce defense for his right to stay on earth—painted by production designer Alfred Junge and cinematographer Jack Cardiff as a rich Technicolor Eden—climbing a wide staircase to stand trial in a starkly beautiful, black-and-white modernist heaven. Peppered by humorous jabs intended to smooth tensions between the wartime allies Britain and America, Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger’s richly humanistic A Matter of Life and Death traverses time and space to make a case for the transcendent value of love. - New 4K digital restoration, with uncompressed monaural soundtrack on the Blu-ray- Introduction from 2009 with filmmaker Martin Scorsese- Audio commentary from 2009 featuring film scholar Ian Christie- New interview with editor Thelma Schoonmaker, director Michael Powell’s widow- New interview with film historian Craig Barron on the film’s visual effects and production design- The Colour Merchant, a 1998 short film by Craig McCall featuring cinematographer Jack Cardiff- PLUS: An essay by critic Stephanie Zacharek Order the Blu-ray You can find the latest specs for all of the titles listed above linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where they're indexed throughout July.Posted Tue Apr 17, 2018 at 10:40 AM PDT by: -
CyberLink Releases PowerDVD 18 with Ultra HD Blu-ray Support[teaser]The new PC Blu-ray software supports 4K HDR content.[/teaser] CyberLink has announced the launch of PowerDVD 18, the latest version of the company's popular Blu-ray media player software for Windows PCs. The new version offers support for Ultra HD Blu-ray discs, HDR10 content, VR headsets, and more. "In today's digital age, people expect to watch high-definition movies and stream videos with zero hassle, no questions asked. PowerDVD continues to lead the way on bringing a premium multimedia experience to users around the world," said Dr. Jau Huang, CEO of CyberLink. "With a number of enhancements added in this release, PowerDVD raises the bar in combining the world of online media with high-definition playback, live videos and 360o content, truly creating an end-to-end solution for users and their entertainment needs. PowerDVD 18 is a best-in-class media player enabling people to maximize the full potential of their VR headsets, Ultra HD 4K TVs, home theater systems—even their PC." PowerDVD 18 supports Ultra HD Blu-ray disc playback on Windows PCs, along with HDR10 and H.265/HEVC video content. In addition, the software allows users to watch 360 degree videos even without a VR headset via a new viewing mode that displays every angle simultaneously. Likewise, YouTube Live integration allows users to stream live YouTube content, and media casting support is included for Fire TV, Chromecast, Roku, and Apple TV devices. Finally, a TrueTheater HDR mode is integrated as well to upscale SDR videos to near high dynamic range quality on HDR displays. PowerDVD 18 is now available for purchase from CyberLink's website in a variety of packages. Click here for details on the differences between each version. Here's a rundown of pricing: - PowerDVD Live: $44.99/12 month or $14.99/3 month subscription- PowerDVD 18 Ultra: $99.95- PowerDVD 18 Pro: $79.95- PowerDVD 18 Standard: $59.95 Source: CyberLinkPosted Tue Apr 17, 2018 at 09:25 AM PDT by: -
Comcast Set to Bundle Netflix Subscriptions with Xfinity TV Packages[teaser]Comcast users will now be able to bundle their cable plans with Netflix streaming.[/teaser] Following the launch of Netflix app support on Xfinity devices back in 2016, Comcast has now announced plans to expand its partnership with Netflix. As part of the deal, the cable company will now offer the option to bundle a Netflix subscription with new and existing Xfinity packages. "Netflix offers one of the most popular on demand services and is an important supplement to the content offering and value proposition of the X1 platform," said Sam Schwartz, Chief Business Development Officer, Comcast Cable. "Netflix is a great partner, and we are excited to offer its services to our customers in new ways that provide them with more choice, value and flexibility. The seamless integration of Netflix with the vast Xfinity entertainment library on X1 present a unique and comprehensive experience for customers." Netflix streaming on Comcast's X1 platform allows customers to watch Netflix content (including 4K HDR titles) alongside Xfinity live, On Demand, and DVR programming all in one place directly through their set-top boxes. The X1 Netflix experience has been designed to take advantage of key X1 technical advances like universal search, natural language processing, IP stream processing, and a cloud-based infrastructure. In addition, the X1's voice control has been expanded to support Netflix titles. Likewise, customers can also access the standard, dedicated Netflix app through their box as well. "Our partnership with Comcast on Xfinity X1 has brought easy access to Netflix for our mutual customers," said Bill Holmes, global head of business development for Netflix. "By speaking into or browsing with the X1 remote, millions of customers have found the perfect thing to watch on Netflix. We can't wait to introduce more X1 customers to Netflix with Xfinity's new packaged offers." Xfinity with Netflix subscriptions will be handled via one monthly statement directly by Comcast. A variety of bundle plans will be available to new and existing customers starting this month with exact offers and availability set to vary by market. Source: NetflixPosted Mon Apr 16, 2018 at 06:30 AM PDT by: -
This Week in Gear: LG Expands Smart TV App Lineup, Optoma Reveals New Laser ProAV Projector, and More[teaser]We've compiled the latest gear news, including LG's expanded smart TV app collection, details on Optoma's newest ProAV projector, and more.[/teaser] From product announcements and streaming app updates to general industry news and recent gear trends, keeping up with the latest tech news can be a daunting task. With that in mind, we're here to offer you a roundup of some of the latest gear and consumer electronics news that you may have missed. For this edition, we're covering new streaming apps for LG smart TVs, the upcoming debut of LG's new G7 ThinQ smartphone, Optoma's newest ProAV projector model, and Sony's updated Video & TV interface for the PS4. So, without further ado, here's a rundown of some of the latest gear and tech news: LG Adds New Smart TV Apps LG has announced the addition of several new apps to its smart TV lineup. The recent arrivals include Showtime & Showtime Anytime, Starz, and Hulu with Live TV. All three services are now available on select LG webOS Smart TV models, including the company's recently released 2018 OLED and SUPER UHD TVs with AI ThinQ. The Showtime streaming app offers standalone live and on-demand streaming access to the Showtime service for $10.99 per month. New users can also receive a 7-day free trial. Meanwhile, the Showtime Anytime app allows users who already have an authenticated Showtime pay-TV subscription to access on-demand content through supported LG smart TVs at no extra cost. Meanwhile, the Starz app offers standalone access to the premium network's streaming catalog of movies and shows for $8.99 per month. New users can also receive a 7-day free trial. Likewise, the app allows customers who already have a Starz pay-TV subscription to sign-in and stream content as well. Finally, the Hulu with Live TV app allows LG Smart TV customers to access Hulu's Live TV service for $40 per month. The platform includes more than 50 live linear channels, along with playback support for the standard Hulu streaming library with a growing collection of movies and original shows. In addition, the app features an updated UI with new Hulu channel offerings, personalized sports experiences, and the ability to record live TV through the Cloud DVR option. "As interest in streaming live events continues to rise, we are offering LG smart TV owners a seamless solution that enables them to experience today's pivotal cultural moments as they are happening from the comfort of their own home," said Matthew Durgin, director of smart TV content partnerships at LG Electronics USA. Source: LG LG Sets May Debut for New G7 ThinQ Smartphone LG has announced plans to officially unveil its latest premium smartphone model next month. The G7 ThinQ smartphone will make its formal debut on May 2 at the Metropolitan West in New York and on May 3 at I’PARK Mall in Seoul. "Now is the time when manufacturers have to pay close attention to what customers actually need and want for their smartphones," said Hwang Jeong-hwan, president of LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company. "With the LG G7ThinQ, LG is continuing to deliver on its promise to enhance core technologies to meet customers’ real life needs by incorporating AI technologies that are more than features, they are part of the user experience." Full specs and details have not been revealed yet, but the G7 will be LG's first G series smartphone to use artificial intelligence tech under the ThinQ name. The previously announced V30S also carries the ThinQ name and uses the technology to enhance its voice recognition and camera performance. The G7 is set to offer similar features along with improved interconnectivity with LG appliances, TVs, and other devices. Source: LG Optoma Details ZH420UST UST Laser ProAV Projector Optoma has revealed its newest ProAV projector model. The new ZH420UST is geared toward professional installation projects and is set to be the industry's first 1080p ultra short throw projector with built-in edge blending and warping adjustments. "The ZH420UST is the industry's first 1080p ultra short throw projector with built-in edge blending and warping adjustments, combining flexibility, reliability and incredible performance," said Brian Soto, head of product management, Optoma Technology. "By bringing high quality and innovation to the market at industry-leading prices, we continue to demonstrate our dedication to providing unique solutions with maximum flexibility to the ProAV market." The ZH420UST is a laser light source projector with support for 1080p resolution, 4,000 ANSI lumens, a 100,000:1 contrast ratio, and a 0.25:1 throw ratio. Likewise, the device is capable of projecting 100-inch images from just 13 inches away. In addition, the unit offers several features for added installation flexibility, including built-in warping adjustment and automatic edge blending. Optoma's ZH420UST will be available in black or white this May through authorized dealers for an estimated street price of $2,799. Source: Optoma via PR Newswire Sony Updates UI for PS4 TV & Video Experience Sony has launched an updated User Interface for the TV & Video section on its PS4 console. The upgraded experience now offers improved streaming content discovery and navigation. The new TV & Video experience offers a centralized hub for streaming videos from a variety of platforms like Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu, and YouTube, allowing users to browse content, rent or purchase titles, and subscribe to services without having to switch in and out of different apps. A "Featured" section displays the best titles from various video services while a "Spotlight" section highlights popular content based on changing themes like "Superheroes" or "Award Season." Users can also link their YouTube accounts to their PlayStation Network accounts to receive personalized recommendations in the YouTube section, and the PlayStation Vue section now shows popular live channels in your area. Finally, the UI still includes direct access to various streaming apps as well. Additional features are also planned for future updates. Source: SonyPosted Fri Apr 13, 2018 at 10:00 PM PDT by: -
Coming Soon to Streaming: 'Jessica Jones,' 'Cargo,' and More[teaser]Check out the latest crop of previews and announcements for new streaming shows and movies. [/teaser] Netflix. Amazon, and Hulu have released trailers and other info for several of their upcoming series and films. Here's a full rundown of titles scheduled to arrive on each service: Mercury 13 (Netflix, April 20) - The remarkable story of the women who were tested for spaceflight in 1961 before their dreams were dashed in being the first to make the trip beyond Earth. NASA’s ‘man in space’ program, dubbed ‘Project Mercury’ began in 1958. The men chosen - all military test pilots - became known as The Mercury 7. But away from the glare of the media, behind firmly closed doors, female pilots were also screened. Thirteen of them passed and, in some cases, performed better than the men. They were called the Mercury 13 and had the ‘right stuff’ but were, unfortunately, the wrong gender. Underneath the obsession of the space race that gripped America, the Mercury 13 women were aviation pioneers who emerged thirsty for a new frontier, but whose time would have to wait. The film tells the definitive story of thirteen truly remarkable women who reached for the stars but were ahead of their time. A Netflix original documentary directed by David Sington (The Fear of 13) and Heather Walsh. DUDE (Netflix, April 20) - Four best friends navigate loss and major life changes -- and smoke a lot of weed -- during their last two weeks of high school. Starring Lucy Hale, Alex Wolff, Alexandra Shipp, Awkwafina, and Kathryn Prescott. Directed by Olivia Milch. Kevin James: Never Don’t Give Up - (Netflix, April 24) - Kevin James, one of the most successful stand-up artists and comic actors of today, returns for his first stand-up comedy special in 17 years. Using his signature comedic timing and hilarious observations that successfully highlight the absurdity in everyday situations, James touches upon a myriad topics including awkward fan photos, how encores in the entertainment industry are insincere, annoying food allergies and the unique abilities (or lack thereof) that his children possess. Bobby Kennedy For President (Netflix, April 27) - The eye-opening and transformative four-part docuseries Bobby Kennedy for President utilizes rare and never-before-seen archival footage – much of it digitized for the first time – to transport us to a turbulent and dynamic era, letting Bobby's voice and viewpoint be the guiding force. With new interviews with RFK confidantes and staffers including William Vanden Heuvel, Dolores Huerta, Rep. John Lewis, Harry Belafonte, Paul Schrade, Marian Wright Edelman and Peter Edelman, acclaimed director Dawn Porter (Trapped, Spies of Mississippi, Gideon's Army) reveals anew what America gained and what it lost in the life, vision, politics, and hope of Bobby Kennedy. Busted! (Netflix, May 4) - A hilarious panel of Korean entertainment icons team up with some of the biggest names in K-Drama in this madcap whodunit variety show. More “Keystone Cops” than “Sherlock Holmes," each episode sees our cast of bumbling detectives solve a different mystery based on vignettes presented by famous Korean actors and comedians. An overarching plot unfolds throughout the series, and the tension mounts as the panel edges closer to the awful truth. End Game (Netflix, May 4) - Where will loved ones spend their last days? Who will be in the room? What feelings and secrets need to be shared with family before it is too late? Acclaimed Academy Award-winning filmmakers Rob Epstein and Jeffrey Friedman (The Times of Harvey Milk, The Celluloid Closet, Paragraph 175) probe these questions and more in the context of two San Francisco Bay Area medical facilities on the forefront of creating new paradigms for end of life decisions with grace. Cargo (Netflix, May 18) - From the producer of The Babadook, and starring Martin Freeman, comes Cargo. Based on the viral short film, this is the story of a man and his infant daughter who are stranded in the middle of a zombie apocalypse in rural Australia. And when he becomes infected, the countdown begins for him to find her protection before he changes forever. In addition, Netflix has also announced a third season renewal for Marvel's Jessica Jones. The show stars Krysten Ritter as the title character, Rachael Taylor as Trish Walker, Carrie-Anne Moss as Jeri Hogarth, and Eka Darville as Malcolm Ducasse. Season two recently premiered through Netflix on March 8. The series follows a super-powered private investigator in NYC and is based on the Marvel comic book character. An exact release date for the third season has not been announced yet. Tiny Shoulders: Rethinking Barbie (Hulu, April 27) - From writer and director, Andrea Nevins, Tiny Shoulders: Rethinking Barbie features newly discovered footage and unprecedented access to the inner workings of a toy giant during Barbie’s biggest reinvention and examines 60 years of women in popular culture through the lens of an 11.5 inch plastic celebrity. With interviews from Gloria Steinem, Roxane Gay, Peggy Orenstein, Mattel insiders and cultural historians, the documentary reveals the progression and regression in women’s fight for equality. All or Nothing: The Dallas Cowboys (Amazon Prime Video, April 27) - Takes viewers inside the locker room, on the sidelines and off the field for an unprecedented look inside an NFL franchise’s season. Season three follows the Dallas Cowboys through their tumultuous 2017 season, which they enter with Super Bowl aspirations and exit with disappointment, just short of the playoffs after a roller-coaster of controversy and emotion. - 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 $99 per year or $11 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), Amazon (YouTube), Hulu (YouTube)Posted Fri Apr 13, 2018 at 07:00 PM PDT by: -
'Darkest Hour' Arrives on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray in June[teaser]The critically-acclaimed film starring Gary Oldman is getting a 4K release this June. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Universal Studios is set to release 'Darkest Hour' on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray on June 12. Academy Award winner Gary Oldman gives a "towering performance" (Richard Lawson, Vanity Fair) in acclaimed director Joe Wright's soaring drama Darkest Hour. As Hitler's forces storm across the European landscape and close in on the United Kingdom, Winston Churchill (Oldman) is elected the new Prime Minister. With his party questioning his every move, and King George VI (Ben Mendelsohn) skeptical of his new political leader, it is up to Churchill to lead his nation and protect them from the most dangerous threat ever seen. Also starring Academy Award nominee Kristin Scott Thomas and Lily James, Darkest Hour is a powerful, inspirational drama. The 4K release will feature 2160p video in HDR with Dolby Atmos audio and supplements include: Into Darkest Hour, Gary Oldman: Becoming Churchill, and Feature Commentary with Director Joe Wright. You can find the latest specs for Darkest Hour - 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray linked from our 4K Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under June 12. Order the 4K Blu-rayPosted Fri Apr 13, 2018 at 09:33 AM PDT by: -
The Parr Family Suits Up in Exciting New 'Incredibles 2' Trailer[teaser]The superhero family will return to save the day in June.[/teaser] Following an initial sneak peek back in February, Disney/Pixar have now released a full trailer for Incredibles 2. The animated sequel comes from director Brad Bird and is set to hit theaters on June 15. In Incredibles 2, Helen (voice of Holly Hunter) is called on to lead a campaign to bring Supers back, while Bob (voice of Craig T. Nelson) navigates the day-to-day heroics of "normal" life at home with Violet (voice of Sarah Vowell), Dash (voice of Huck Milner) and baby Jack-Jack—whose superpowers are about to be discovered. Their mission is derailed, however, when a new villain emerges with a brilliant and dangerous plot that threatens everything. But the Parrs don’t shy away from a challenge, especially with Frozone (voice of Samuel L. Jackson) by their side. That’s what makes this family so Incredible. Check out the official trailer below! The film serves as a sequel to 2004's The Incredibles and features the return of original writer and director Brad Bird. Bird's last Disney/Pixar film was 2007's Ratatouille which he served as a co-director and writer on. Since then, the filmmaker has helmed a couple of live-action films, including Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol and Tomorrowland. Incredibles 2 stars the vocal talents of Holly Hunter as Helen Parr / Elastigirl, Craig T. Nelson as Bob Parr / Mr. Incredible, Sarah Vowell as Violet Parr, Huck Milner as Dashiell 'Dash' Parr, Samuel L. Jackson as Lucius Best / Frozone, Sophia Bush as Voyd, Catherine Keener as Evelyn Deavor, Bob Odenkirk as Winston Deavor, Jonathan Banks as Rick Dicker, Isabella Rossellini as Ambassador, Brad Bird as Edna Mode, and John Ratzenberger as The Underminer. Source: Disney/Pixar (YouTube)Posted Fri Apr 13, 2018 at 09:25 AM PDT by: -
'Avengers: Infinity War' on Track to Break Fandango Advance Ticket Sale Records[teaser]Earth's mightiest heroes are making Fandango history.[/teaser] Avengers: Infinity War is currently taking in record presales on Fandango, outpacing advance ticket purchases for the last seven Marvel superhero films...combined! The movie comes from directors Anthony Russo and Joe Russo, and is set to hit theaters on April 27, a week earlier than its originally planned May 4 release date. At the moment, Infinity War is now selling more than double the amount of tickets that Black Panther was selling at the same point in its pre-release window. The movie is now on track to top all other superhero films when it comes to advance ticket purchases through Fandango. On that note, box office predictions put the movie's opening weekend total at an estimated $175 million to $200 million. Avengers: Infinity War stars Scarlett Johansson as Natasha Romanoff / Black Widow, Chris Hemsworth as Thor, Elizabeth Olsen as Wanda Maximoff / Scarlet Witch, Tom Holland as Peter Parker / Spider-Man, Chris Pratt as Peter Quill / Star-Lord, Benedict Cumberbatch as Dr. Stephen Strange, Mark Ruffalo as Bruce Banner / Hulk, Zoe Saldana as Gamora, Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark / Iron Man, Jeremy Renner as Clint Barton / Hawkeye, Paul Rudd as Scott Lang / Ant-Man, Chadwick Boseman as T'Challa / Black Panther, Chris Evans as Steve Rogers, and more as they all go head-to-head against Josh Brolin as the villainous Thanos. Other upcoming Marvel films include Peyton Reed's Ant-Man and the Wasp which is set to hit theaters on July 6. In addition, the studio is set to release Captain Marvel, a currently untitled fourth Avengers movie, and a sequel to Spider-Man: Homecoming in 2019, followed by Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 in 2020. Source: VarietyPosted Thu Apr 12, 2018 at 05:35 PM PDT by: -
Legal Dispute Between Disney and Redbox Continues to Heat Up[teaser]The battle between the two companies is only intensifying.[/teaser] As reported back in December, Disney is suing Redbox for reselling digital copy codes of its films, and in February the studio was dealt a major blow in its case when a California federal judge rejected its motion for a preliminary injunction to stop the rental company. Now, Disney has put forth an amended complaint with the US District Court in Los Angeles to once again call for an injunction. Meanwhile, Redbox has filed its own amended complaint against Disney in response, alleging that the studio is making it unfairly difficult for the rental business to purchase Disney combo packs for its service. Furthermore, the allegations go so far as to claim that a Redbox employee was recently threatened with prison time for buying copies of Coco. Redbox first began selling digital copy codes for Disney films in October for around $5 - $15 per title. The company obtains the codes from inserts that are included with the retail discs it buys for its DVD and Blu-ray rental kiosks. The selection of movies includes many popular titles like Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, The Jungle Book, Moana, Frozen, and more. After buying a code, users can pick-up a printout with details on how to use it from one of Redbox's kiosks. The codes can then be used to redeem a digital copy of the selected movie through various supported services and devices. As part of its lawsuit, Disney is claiming that by reselling these codes Redbox is violating the studio's contracts and copyrights since Disney clearly states that these codes are not for sale on its packaging. As such, Disney is seeking an injunction on the sale of its digital codes through Redbox. With that said, the request was initially denied in court by a California federal judge who based his ruling on potential copyright misuse by Disney itself. For its part, Disney now says it has addressed this concern by changing the language in its online license agreements to make it more clear that only the customer who actually buys a combo pack can redeem the digital copy. As such, the studio is once again attempting to get an injunction against Redbox. In the other corner, Redbox is now claiming that Disney is trying to unjustly prevent the company from buying combo packs. To do so, the complaint alleges that the studio is using an in-store merchandising company called Anderson Merchandisers to help stop Redbox from buying discs in store. According to Redbox, one major retailer has even been told to prohibit Redbox employees from purchasing more than five Disney discs. On that note, the complaint states that one Redbox employee was threatened with prison time for buying combo packs of Coco, and the company believes that the threats were made by a representative of Anderson or Disney. The next step is set for June 4, when another hearing will be held to consider Disney's injunction. Sources: Deadline 1, Deadline 2, VarietyPosted Thu Apr 12, 2018 at 03:06 PM PDT by:
