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'Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie' Blu-ray and 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Dated & Detailed (UPDATED)[teaser]The animated comedy is now available for preorder on both formats at Amazon. [/teaser] As previously reported, DreamWorks is set to release 'Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie' on Blu-ray and Ultra HD Blu-ray later this year, and now the date has been set for September 12th. One of the funniest, most heartwarming films of the year" (William Bibbiani, Crave Online). Certified Fresh on RottenTomatoes.com, this outrageous family comedy tells the story of two overly imaginative best friends, George (Kevin Hart) and Harold (Thomas Middleditch), who hypnotize their principal (Ed Helms) into thinking he's the hero from their comic books: Captain Underpants. Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie also features the voice talent of Nick Kroll as Professor Poopypants. Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements include: The Really Cool Adventures of Captain Underpants Motion ComicThe Captain Underpants Guide to Being a HeroThe Professor Poopypants (Totally Original and Supercool) Guide to Being a VillainKevin Hart and Ed Helms Surprise FansLunch Lady PSA with Kristen SchaalSock Puppets Real StarsDeleted ScenesCaptain Underpants Theme by "Weird Al" Yankovic (Lyric Video)"A Friend Like You" by Andy Grammer (Lyric Video)Tighty-Whitey Q&A with the Stars - Part 1 and Part 2GalleryComic Book CoversThe Art of DreamWorks CAPTAIN UNDERPANTS: THE FIRST EPIC MOVIE You can find the latest specs for 'Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under September 12. Order the Blu-ray Order the UHD Blu-rayPosted Wed Aug 2, 2017 at 10:40 AM PDT by: -
Coming Soon to Blu-ray: 'Misery,' 'Jessica Jones,' 'An Inconvenient Sequel,' and More[teaser]Superheroes, dirty birdies, and more are heading to Blu-ray.[/teaser] New info has been revealed for several upcoming Blu-ray releases from Disney/Buena Vista, Sony, FUNimation, Acorn Media, Universal, Image Entertainment, Blue Underground, Well Go USA, Oscilloscope Pictures, Cinema Guild, and Cohen Media Group. Here's a full rundown of recently revealed details and title announcements: Acorn Media is bringing Murdoch Mysteries: Season 10 starring Yannick Bisson, Hélène Joy, Jonny Harris, Thomas Craig, and Mouna Traoré to Blu-ray on August 15. Supplements will include: - What’s New in Season 10 - Fan Events - Favorite Historical Character- Favorite Guest Star - Funniest Cast Member- The Constables of Station House No. 4 - The Spectacular Stunts of Murdoch Mysteries In addition, the label is prepping Doc Martin: Series 8 starring Martin Clunes, Ian McNeice, Joe Absolom, and Caroline Catz for Blu-ray on December 5. Supplements will include: - Nine featurettes- Photo Gallery Order the Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray Disney/Buena Vista is prepping Marvel's Jessica Jones: Complete First Season starring Krysten Ritter, Rachael Taylor, Eka Darville, David Tennant, and Carrie-Anne Moss for Blu-ray on August 22. No other details have been announced at this time. Order the Blu-ray Sony is bringing Ui-Seok Jo's Master starring Byung-Hun Lee, Dong-Won Gang, and Woo-Bin Kim to Blu-ray on September 5. Supplements have not been announced. In addition, the studio will release Dagen Merrill's Atomica starring Sarah Habel, Dominic Monaghan, and Tom Sizemore on October 3. No other details have been revealed at this time. Order the Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray As previously reported, Cohen Media Group has announced plans to bring James Ivory's Maurice: 30th Anniversary Edition starring James Wilby, Hugh Grant, and Rupert Graves to Blu-ray on September 5. The disc will feature a 4K restoration supervised by James Ivory and cinematographer Piere Lhomme. Newly announced supplements will include: - NEW on-stage Q&A session with James Ivory and cinematographer Piere Lhomme- NEW conversation between James Ivory and director Tom McCarthy- James Ivory and cinematographer Piere Lhomme on the making of Maurice- The Story of Maurice- Conversation with the Filmmakers- Deleted scenes and alternate takes with commentary by director James Ivory- Original theatrical trailer- New Restoration trailer Order the Blu-ray Well Go USA is releasing Yue Song's Iron Protector starring Collin Chou, Wai-Man Chan, and Yue Song on September 5. Supplements will include: - The Chase- The Final Battle- Training, Stunts, and Fighting Highlights- Trailer In addition, the label is prepping Na Hyun's Prison starring Han Suk-Kyu, Kim Rae-Won, and Lee Kyoung-Young for Blu-ray on September 19. Supplements will include a Trailer. Order the Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray Cinema Guild will release Albert Serra's The Death of Louis XIV starring Jean-Pierre Léaud, Patrick d'Assumçao, Marc Susini, and Bernard Belin on September 26. Supplements will include: - Film Society of Lincoln Center presents Q&A session with Jean-Pierre Léaud & Albert Serra from NYFF54- Deleted Scenes- Theatrical Trailer- Booklet featuring essay by Jordan Cronk Order the Blu-ray FUNimation Entertainment is bringing Dragon Ball Super: Part Two to Blu-ray on October 3. Supplements will include: - Watching Dragon Ball Super: with Jason Douglas & Ian Sinclair- Textless Opening & Closing Songs- Trailers Order the Blu-ray Image Entertainment has announced plans to bring Brendan Muldowney's Pilgrimage starring Richard Armitage, Jon Bernthal, Stanley Weber, and Tom Holland to Blu-ray on October 10. No other details have been revealed at this time. Order the Blu-ray Universal is preparing The Last Kingdom: Season One starring Alexander Dreymon, David Dawson, Ian Hart, and Adrian Bower for Blu-ray on October 10. Supplements will include: - Creating the World of The Last Kingdom- The Making of The Last Kingdom- The Stunts of The Last Kingdom In addition, the studio is prepping Malcolm D Lee's Girls Trip starring Jada Pinkett Smith, Queen Latifah, and Regina Hall for Blu-ray. Supplements and a release date have not been announced yet. Order the Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray Blue Underground is set to release Dick Maas' The Lift starring Huub Stapel, Willeke van Ammelrooy, Josine van Dalsum, and Liz Snoyink on October 10. The Blu-ray will feature a new 2K remaster and supplements will include: - Audio Commentary with Writer/Director Dick Maas and Editor Hans van Dongen- Going Up – Interview with Star Huub Stapel- Long Distance – Short Film by Dick Maas- Dutch Trailer- U.S. Trailer- Poster & Still Gallery- Collectable Booklet with new essay by writer and filmmaker Chris Alexander (First Pressing Only!) In addition, the label will also release Dick Maas' Down (The Shaft) starring Naomi Watts, James Marshall, Eric Thal, Michael Ironside, and Edward Herrmann on October 10. The Blu-ray will feature a new 2K remaster and supplements will include: - Audio Commentary with Writer/Director Dick Maas and Stunt Coordinator Willem de Beukelaer- The Making of Down- Theatrical Trailer- Teaser Trailers- Poster & Still Gallery- Collectable Booklet with new essay by author Michael Gingold (First Pressing Only!)- Behind-the-Scenes Footage (2.5 hours) Order the Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray Oscilloscope Pictures is set to release Ceyda Torun's documentary Kedi on November 14. No other details have been announced. Order the Blu-ray Bonni Cohen and Jon Shenk's An Inconvenient Sequel: Truth to Power is now up for pre-order. Supplements and a release date have not been revealed. Order the Blu-ray Finally, Shout Factory is bringing Rob Reiner's Misery starring James Caan, Kathy Bates, and Richard Farnsworth to Blu-ray in a new Collector's Edition on November 28. Extras are in progress and a full list of supplements will be announced at a later date. With that said, the disc is set to include a new interview with director Rob Reiner and will feature a new 4K master. You can find the latest specs for all of the titles listed above linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule.Posted Tue Aug 1, 2017 at 10:00 PM PDT by: -
Klipsch Announces New Reference Dolby Atmos Speakers[teaser]Two new speaker models with Dolby Atmos support have been revealed.[/teaser] Klipsch has announced an expansion of its Dolby Atmos speaker lineup. The new Reference Dolby Atmos enabled home theater speaker collection includes the R-14SA elevation speaker and the R-26FA floorstanding speaker. "As demand for Dolby Atmos technology has grown, we are excited to offer a wider range of options that deliver this immersive and emotive sound experience with all the power, detail and emotion that Klipsch is known for," stated Rob Standley, vice president and general manager, professional and component speaker solutions at Klipsch. The R-14SA is a Dolby Atmos add-on module that is designed to sit on top of existing floorstanding/bookshelf speakers, adding Dolby Atmos audio capabilities. The module's upfiring driver bounces sound off of the ceiling in order to simulate overhead audio. Meanwhile, the R-26FA is a full-fledged floorstanding speaker model with traditional drivers and an integrated elevation channel for upfiring sound. Here's a rundown of key specs and features for each model per Klipsch: R-14SA Dolby Atmos Enabled Elevation Speaker ($399 per pair) -Adds Dolby Atmos® experience to any floorstanding/bookshelf speaker-Can be used as surround speaker-3/4" Linear Travel Suspension Aluminum Tweeter-4" Spun Copper IMG Cone Woofers-90x90 Hybrid Tractrix Horn-MDF Cabinet with Brushed Polymer Veneer-Strong, Flexible Removable Grille-Dimensions: 7.25” x 6” x 11.25" R-26FA Dolby Atmos® Floorstanding Speaker ($599 each) -Built-in Elevation Channel for Dolby Atmos®-1" Aluminum Diaphragm Compression Tweeter-Dual 6.5" Copper Spun Magnetically Shielded IMG Woofers-90x90 Square Tractrix Horn-Front-Firing Port-Strong, Flexible Removable Grille-Dimensions: 39” x 7.8” x 16.25” The R-14SA elevation speaker and the R-26FA floorstanding speaker now join the company's previously released RP-140SA Dolby Atmos Add-on Modules and RP-280FA Towers. Source: KlipschPosted Tue Aug 1, 2017 at 11:00 AM PDT by: -
IMAX Set to Focus Less on 3D Movies in Favor of More 2D Releases[teaser]The company is shifting its focus toward 2D films.[/teaser] According to a report from The Wrap, IMAX is planning to reduce the number of 3D releases it shows in favor of exhibiting more 2D films in North America. The news comes in the wake of recent company layoffs and the continued success of Christopher Nolan's Dunkirk in 2D IMAX. IMAX Entertainment CEO Greg Foster revealed the new strategy during a conference call last week, hoping to use the push toward 2D releases as a means to re-energize the business. The company believes that viewers are starting to show a strong preference for 2D over 3D, and used the recent box office success of Dunkirk as an example. The film was shot in 2D using IMAX cameras and opened to around $50 million in a 2D- only release with about a quarter of that gross coming from IMAX showings. After such impressive numbers, IMAX is now looking to exhibit more Hollywood films in 2D while reducing the number of 3D titles it plays. This includes the upcoming release of Blade Runner 2049, which will be shown exclusively in 2D at IMAX theaters this October. Likewise, the company is also set to shorten the exhibition period for some of the films it shows as a means to keep things fresh and stimulate revenue, with some new movies likely to play for only one week in IMAX theaters. But while IMAX might be leaving 3D behind in its large-screen theatrical exhibitions, the company recently launched new IMAX VR Centers in New York and LA, offering immersive Virtual Reality experiences with room-tracking technology, single-player and head-to-head multiplayer competitions, advanced VR headset technology, and control devices with lifelike haptic feedback. Sources: The Wrap, The Hollywood ReporterPosted Mon Jul 31, 2017 at 02:10 PM PDT by: -
Sam Shepard Dead at 73[teaser]The Oscar-nominated actor and Pulitzer-winning playwright has passed away.[/teaser] The Toronto Star is reporting that Sam Shepard has died on July 27, 2017. According to family spokesperson Chris Boneau, Shepard died of complications from Lou Gehrig's Disease in his Kentucky home on Thursday. Shepard received an Academy Award nomination in 1983 for his portrayal as Chuck Yeager in The Right Stuff and has starred more recently in the sleeper hit Cold in July and Netflix's Bloodline. Shepard also wrote no less than 44 plays, winning the Pulitzer for his 1979 play “Buried Child”. Shepard's “True West” and “Fool for Love” — were also nominated for the prestigious award. He was 73 years old. Source: thestar.comPosted Mon Jul 31, 2017 at 11:42 AM PDT by: -
'The Walking Dead: The Complete Seventh Season' Blu-ray Dated & Detailed (UPDATED)[teaser]The wrath of Negan is already up for pre-order at Amazon. [/teaser] As previously reported, Starz/Anchor Bay says 'The Walking Dead: The Complete Seventh Season' will be available on Blu-ray later this year, and now the date has been set for August 22. Picking up immediately after the thrilling cliffhanger, Negan forces Rick and the group to fall under his will, brutally convincing them to live by his rules. To prevent further bloodshed, Rick genuinely believes they can make life under Negan, however terrible, work. But he soon learns that Negan can't be reasoned with, and they must prepare to go to war now. Victory will require more than Alexandria, and Rick will need to convince their new allies from the Kingdom and Hilltop to band together with the common goal of taking down Negan and his army. The 5-disc set will feature 1080p video, lossless 7.1 audio, and supplements include: Audio Commentaries; Deleted & Alternate Scenes; "Inside The Walking Dead" Featurette; "The Making of The Walking Dead" Featurette; "In Memorium" Featurette; "A Larger World" Featurette; "Breaking & Rebuilding" Featurette; "A New Chapter of Fear" Featurette; "Top Walkers" Featurette; "Warrior Women" Featurette; and "The Writers of The Walking Dead" Featurette. You can find the latest specs for 'The Walking Dead: The Complete Seventh Season' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under August 22. Order the Blu-rayPosted Mon Jul 31, 2017 at 08:13 AM PDT by: -
This Week In Gear: Klipsch Forte III Speaker, Standalone Vive VR Headset, LG OLED Production, and More[teaser]We've compiled the latest gear news, including new products from Klipsch, HTC, 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 the release of the Klipsch Forte III speaker, HTC's new standalone Vive VR headset, LG's upcoming investment in OLED production, an updated USB spec, and the arrival of BBC America on Roku devices. So, without further ado, here's a rundown of some of the latest gear and tech news: Klipsch Releases Forte III Speaker Klipsch has announced the release of its new Forte III loudspeaker. The unit is part of the Klipsch Heritage series and is an updated version of the original Forte which was first introduced in 1985 but has been out of production since 1996. The Forte III features a three-way design with a 12" woofer and horn-loaded midrange and tweeter. New titanium compression drivers are integrated to offer a smooth and powerful response while a new midrange horn incorporates a modified Tractrix design with patented Mumps technology. In addition, the speaker uses a 15" rear-mounted passive radiator. Each Forte III measures 13" deep and is grain-matched using wood veneer panels harvested from the same timber. Klipsch's Forte III is now available for an MSRP of $1,800 in four standard finish options -- American Walnut, Natural Cherry, Black Ash, and Distressed Oak. A limited production run of 70 pairs of Forte III’s are also available in two unique finishes -- California Black Walnut with a lambswool grille cloth (MSRP $2,300), and Matte Black with a silver luster grille cloth (MSRP $2,000). Source: Klipsch LG Set to Invest Billions in OLED Production According to a report from Yon Hap News Agency, LG is planning to invest 7.8 trillion won (about $6.9 billion) to build more production facilities for OLED panels. The increase in production capabilities is being pursued as a means to meet rising demand for OLED displays in TVs and mobile devices. The investment is set to commence in the third quarter of 2017 and will continue through the second quarter of 2019. 2.8 trillion won (about $2.5 billion) of the investment is expected to be used on the 10.5-generation OLED panel production line for large size screens. Meanwhile, 5 trillion won (about $4.5 billion) will be used for mid-sized Plastic and flexible OLED products. LG Display currently manufacturers OLED panels for various devices, including LG's own line of OLED Ultra HD TVs and Sony's new XBR65A1E Bravia OLED Ultra HD TV. One of LG's flagship OLED TVs, the 65E7P OLED Ultra HD TV, recently received top honors in all three categories at the 2017 CE Week TV Shootout. Sources: Yon Hap News Agency via Engadget HTC Reveals First Standalone Vive VR Headset HTC has announced its first standalone Virtual Reality headset for the Chinese market. In the US, the company currently only offers a Vive headset model that requires a separate PC to run, but this new version uses its own internal hardware to operate without the need to connect to a computer or smartphone. Full details and specs are unknown at this time, but the headset uses a Snapdragon 835 processor and runs on the Viveport platform. Likewise, the device will include integrated motion-tracking technology. Pricing and a release date have not been announced yet, but this specific model will be exclusive to the Chinese market. Meanwhile, HTC is also working on a standalone VR headset model for the US using the Google Daydream virtual reality platform and new headset tracking technology called WorldSense. Sources: HTC, Engadget, Mashable Updated USB 3.2 Spec Unveiled The USB 3.0 Promoter Group has announced the upcoming launch of the USB 3.2 specification. The spec will be an incremental update that defines multi-lane operation for new USB 3.2 hosts and devices, allowing for up to two lanes of 5 Gbps or two lanes of 10 Gbps operation. "With increased performance and seamless compatibility, the new USB 3.2 specification brings even more speed and bandwidth benefits to new USB 3.2 devices, while remaining compatible with USB 3.0 and earlier devices," said Roanne Sones, General Manager, Strategy and Ecosystem for Windows and Devices, Microsoft. "We're excited to work with our partners in the USB 3.0 Promoter Group to help showcase these benefits to users around the world." The 3.2 spec is poised to offer double the performance speed across existing cables, enabling a USB 3.2 host connected to a USB 3.2 storage device to provide over 2 GB/sec data transfer speed over an existing USB Type-C cable that is certified for SuperSpeed USB 10 Gbps. Here's a rundown of key features for the spec: - Two-lane operation using existing USB Type-C™ cables- Continued use of existing SuperSpeed USB physical layer data rates and encoding techniques- Minor update to hub specification to address increased performance and assure seamless transitions between single and two-lane operation The USB 3.2 spec is currently undergoing a final draft review with a planned release set for September 2017. Source: USB 3.0 Promoter Group via Business Wire Roku Devices Add BBC America Streaming Support Roku has announced the addition of BBC America to its lineup of streaming channels on Roku players and Roku TV models in the US. With the BBC America Channel, Roku users who subscribe to BBC America through a participating cable, satellite, or telco provider will have access to full episodes of shows like Orphan Black, Doctor Who, Top Gear, Broadchurch, Torchwood, and Prey. Likewise, the channel also offers video extras and sneak peeks at upcoming series. New in-season episodes are typically added the day after they are broadcast on TV. Roku users can now find the BBC America Channel in the "Movies & TV" category of the Channel Store. Source: RokuPosted Fri Jul 28, 2017 at 10:00 PM PDT by: -
Kino Lorber Launches Anniversary Blu-ray Sale & Announces New Titles[teaser]Several titles are now over 50% off at Kino's new website.[/teaser] To help celebrate its third year of releasing, Kino Lorber Studio Classic has launched a new website along with a special sale. As part of the anniversary promotion, 400 titles are all available for over 50% off now through Sunday, August 6, 2017. Click here to access the full catalog of discounted titles! And beyond the current sale, the new Kino Lorber Studio Classic website is set to offer mobile compatibility, social media engagement, easy checkouts (including PayPal), early pre-orders, trailers, clips, previews of bonus features, stills, and other media from the label's film collection. In addition, Kino has also detailed several upcoming titles for Blu-ray: OSS 117: Five Film Collection starring Kerwin Matthews, Irina Demick, Frederick Stafford, and John Gavin is coming on September 6. The package will include OSS 117 Is Unleashed, OSS 117: Panic in Bangkok, OSS 117: Mission For a Killer, OSS 117: Mission to Tokyo, and OSS 117: Double Agent. Harry Winer's SpaceCamp starring Kate Capshaw, Lea Thompson, and Kelly Preston is being prepped for a September 26 release. Supplements will include: - Interview with star Lea Thompson- Interview with director Harry Winer- Original Theatrical Trailer Mario Bava's Roy Colt and Winchester Jack starring Brett Halsey and Charles Southwood will arrive on October 10. No other details have been announced at this time. John Bailey's China Moon starring Ed Harris, Madeleine Stowe, Charles Dance, and Benicio del Toro is headed to Blu-ray on October 31. Supplements have not been detailed yet. Likewise, a 50th Anniversary Edition of Norman Jewison's The Thomas Crown Affair, along with Jean-Luc Godard's Le Gai Savoir, Jean-Luc Godard's La Chinoise, and Ted Post's Nightkill are all set to arrive later this year as well. No other details have been announced. Order the Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray You can find the latest specs for all of the titles listed above linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule. Source: Kino Lorber Studio ClassicsPosted Fri Jul 28, 2017 at 07:45 PM PDT by: -
Coming Soon to Streaming: 'Star Trek: Discovery,' 'Alias Grace,' TGIF on Hulu, and More[teaser]A new trailer for Star Trek: Discovery and a new show from Matt Groening are among the latest streaming updates.[/teaser] Netflix and CBS have released new trailers, date announcements, and other info for several of their upcoming shows and movies, including Star Trek: Discovery, Message from the King, Alias Grace, Disenchantment, and Castlevania. In addition, Hulu has announced the upcoming arrival of classic TGIF shows, and TEN: The Enthusiast Network has revealed a premiere date for Super Street Network's Modified Presented by Honda. Check out a full rundown of the latest streaming news and trailers below: Star Trek: Discovery (CBS All Access, September 24) - Star Trek, one of the most iconic and influential global television franchises, returns 50 years after it first premiered, with Star Trek: Discovery. The series will feature a new ship, new characters and new missions, while embracing the same ideology and hope for the future that inspired a generation of dreamers and doers. Message from the King (Netflix, August 4) - On a relentless quest to avenge his sister's murder, a man from Cape Town infiltrates a sprawling network of lowlifes and elites in Los Angeles. Stars Chadwick Boseman, Luke Evans, and Teresa Palmer. Alias Grace (Netflix, November 3) - The story of Alias Grace follows Grace Marks, a poor, young Irish immigrant and domestic servant in Upper Canada who, along with stable hand James McDermott, was convicted of the brutal murders of their employer, Thomas Kinnear, and his housekeeper, Nancy Montgomery, in 1843. James was hanged while Grace was sentenced to life imprisonment. Grace became one of the most enigmatic and notorious women of 1840s Canada for her supposed role in the sensational double murder, and was eventually exonerated after 30 years in jail. Her conviction was controversial, and sparked much debate about whether Grace was actually involved in the murder, or merely an unwitting accessory. Based on Margaret Atwood's award-winning novel. Meanwhile, Netflix has also announced a new adult animated comedy fantasy series titled Disenchantment from Matt Groening, the creator of The Simpsons. In Disenchantment, viewers will be whisked away to the crumbling medieval kingdom of Dreamland, where they will follow the misadventures of hard-drinking young princess Bean, her feisty elf companion Elfo, and her personal demon Luci. Along the way, the oddball trio will encounter ogres, sprites, harpies, imps, trolls, walruses, and lots of human fools. Netflix has ordered 20 episodes of the show, and the series is set to premiere ten episodes at a time starting in 2018. The voice cast includes Abbi Jacobson, Nat Faxon, Eric Andre, John DiMaggio, Billy West, Maurice LaMarche, Tress MacNeille, David Herman, Matt Berry, Jeny Batten, Rich Fulcher, Noel Fielding, and Lucy Montgomery. "Matt Groening's brilliant work has resonated with generations around the world and we couldn't be happier to work with him on Disenchantment," said Cindy Holland, Vice President, Original Content for Netflix. "The series will bear his trademark animation style and biting wit, and we think it's a perfect fit for our many Netflix animation fans." In addition, Netflix is prepping a second season of its animated series Castlevania. The four episode first season of the show is now available to stream. Season two is set to include a total of eight episodes. Inspired by the classic video game series from Japan’s Konami, Castlevania is an animated project written by best-selling author and comic book legend Warren Ellis. Castlevania is a dark medieval fantasy that follows the last surviving member of the disgraced Belmont clan, trying to save Eastern Europe from extinction at the hand of Vlad Dracula Tepes himself. The cast features the voice talents of Graham McTavish as Dracula, Richard Armitage as Trevor Belmont, James Callis as Alucard, Emily Swallow as Lisa, Matt Frewer as The Bishop, Tony Amendola as The Elder, and Alejandra Reynoso as Sypha Belnades. Hulu has announced a new deal with Warner Bros. Domestic Television Distribution, giving the service the exclusive SVOD streaming rights to over 800 episodes from TGIF -- the popular Friday night sitcom lineup that aired in the 1990s. The agreement includes all episodes of Full House, Family Matters, Step by Step, Perfect Strangers, and Hangin’ with Mr. Cooper. The shows will be added to the Hulu library on Friday, September 29th. "With this acquisition, Hulu is making available to their subscribers one of the most popular comedy blocks of programming ever," said Ken Werner, President, Warner Bros. Domestic Television Distribution. "These hit family comedies have entertained viewers for decades and will now be available on SVOD." Finally, TEN: The Enthusiast Network and Honda have announced plans to launch Super Street Network's Modified on the Motor Trend OnDemand streaming platform. The seven episode show is set to premiere on August 9. In the series, hosts and pro drivers Matt Powers and Geoff Stoneback will travel to tuner hotbeds across the country to discover how tuning perfection differs from city to city and to find the hottest modified cars in each one! Their search will take them to the pits at local motorsports events, garages of legendary tuners and builders, and some of the most influential and trendsetting car clubs. The hosts will drive away from their adventures with their picks for "hottest car" and face off against each other before asking the 16 million SUPER STREET followers to vote for and share their favorite car on social media. Each episode will also feature a custom-build segment, transforming a stock 2017 Honda Civic Hatchback any Honda enthusiast would be proud to drive. The series will culminate in the World's Greatest Honda Drag Race with the winner receiving the keys to the "Modified" Project Civic. Motor Trend OnDemand is currently available on iOS, Android, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Xbox, Roku and MotorTrendOnDemand.com. Likewise, the service is also available as a Channel via Amazon Channels. - A current Netflix subscription starts at $10 for HD streaming and $12 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 Hulu subscription starts at $8 per month with commercials. In addition, ad-free playback is available for $12 per month. Sources: Netflix (YouTube), Netflix, Star Trek (YouTube), Hulu, Motor Trend OnDemandPosted Fri Jul 28, 2017 at 06:25 PM PDT by: -
Marantz Releases SR5012 & SR6012 Receivers with Dolby Atmos & DTS:X[teaser]Two new Network AV receivers have been detailed.[/teaser] Marantz has announced the launch of its latest AV components. The new collection includes the SR5012 & SR6012 AV Receivers. "At Marantz, we strive to create products that boast exceptional audio quality and subtle, yet eye-catching design. Our new line of 'full-size' AV Receivers allows us to provide a wider range of options for those looking to create a premium home theater experience," said Joel Sietsema, senior vice president, brand management at Sound United. "The SR5012 and SR6012 aim to create a one-of-kind immersive sound experience that rivals those found in theaters today." The SR5012 is a 7.2 Channel AV receiver with 100 watts per Channel (8ohms, 20 Hz20 kHz, 0.08% THD). Meanwhile, the SR6012 is a 9.2 Channel AV receiver with 110 W per Channel (8 ohm, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.08%, 2Ch drive). Both units include support for Dolby Atmos and DTS:X immersive audio formats. In addition, the SR6012 offers 11.2 channel processing, allowing for up to a 7.1.4 speaker configuration with an external 2-channel amplifier. Multiroom music playback via HEOS integration and 4K/60 Hz full-rate pass-through with 4:4:4 color resolution, HDR, BT.2020, Dolby Vision, and Hybrid Log Gamma (via future firmware update) are provided as well. Here's a full rundown of key specs and features per Marantz: SR5012 AV Receiver with HEOS ($999) -7.2 channel AV Receiver with 100 watts per channel (8ohms, 20Hz~20 kHz, 0.08% THD)-8 HDMI inputs (incl. 1 front) with full HDCP 2.2 support; 2 HDMI out-4K/60 Hz full-rate pass-through, 4:4:4 color resolution, HDR, BT.2020 and Dolby Vision, plus Hybrid Log Gamma (HLG) via future firmware update-Analog to HDMI conversion and SD/HD to HD/4K Upscaling-Dolby Atmos (up to 5.1.2) and DTS:X™-Audyssey MultEQ XT, Dynamic Volume and Dynamic EQ-Compatible with Audyssey MultEQ Editor App-Built-in Wi-Fi with 2.4GHz/5GHz dual band support; built-in Bluetooth-Built-in HEOS Wireless Multi-Room Audio Technology-AirPlay, Bluetooth, Internet Radio, Spotify Connect, Pandora, SiriusXM, Napster, Amazon Music, TIDAL, Deezer and more-DSD (2.8/5.6MHz), FLAC, ALAC and WAV support-Color-coded speaker terminals, Setup Assistant, Marantz 2016 AVR Remote App-Intelligent ECO mode with off/on/auto setting-Advanced connectivity and control options; 7.1ch External Inputs, 7.1ch Pre-out, IP Control and RS232C Port -isf calibration ready Additional features for SR6012 AV Receiver with HEOS ($1,499) -9-channel built-in amplifier, supporting 5.1.4 or 7.1.2 3D surround sound-110W (8ohm, 20Hz-20kHz,THD:0.08%) for each channel-11.2 channel processing and preouts-Aluminium front panel with trapdoor-Extruded aluminium heatsink--Dual main zone HDMI output and 2nd Zone HDMI monitor outputeARC (Enhanced Audio Return channel; via future firmware update) to allow Dolby Atmos/DTS:X from TV apps-5 audio inputs (SR5012 has 4), plus Phono input, with gold-plated inputs and speaker terminals-HEOS audio distribution not limited to HEOS music sources but also all connected AVR sources including HDMI, coaxial and optical audio inputs-Hybrid PLL Clock Jitter Reducer for the most accurate audio reproduction-4K full-rate up-scaling-DSD playback capability (via HDMI)-Digital in (PCM) to Zone 2 preout with HDMI Source-Advanced custom installation features including Crestron Connected compatibility Source: MarantzPosted Fri Jul 28, 2017 at 11:30 AM PDT by:
