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Warner Archive Collection Shares Exciting Details About John Ford's ‘The Searchers’ Restoration and Future of 4K UHD DiscThe restoration team working with the Warner Archive Collection on the upcoming 4K UHD edition of John Ford’s classic western The Searchers recently shared details about the movie’s journey to 4K UHD on a Zoom call with film journalists. George Feltenstein, library historian for Warner Bros, Miles DelHoyo, executive director of Technical Strategy & New Format Integration for Warner Bros, and Jan Yarbrough, senior colorist at Warner Bros, discussed a number of topics related to the Archive’s inaugural 4K UHD release. "...at last restores the original glorious blue sky” The painstaking process of restoring The Searchers, which began in October of 2023, included what’s called a “blue channel replacement” of the original VistaVision camera negative. Because the blue layer in the original negative was “lacking,” DelHoyo and his team went to the film’s separation master, but soon discovered that source had issues as well. Holes in the separation master forced DelHoyo to merge its blue record with the red and green records from the original camera negative. The resulting hybrid brings The Searchers back to its original splendor and will surely thrill classics aficionados and videophiles when the disc releases on December 17. Working on a VistaVision negative also presented new challenges for the restoration team. The VistaVision negative is twice the size of the negatives the team was accustomed to working with, DelHoyo said, and required restorers to split the negative in order for it to fit into the necessary machinery. It then had to be stitched back together, an extra step in an already complex and labor-intensive process. The Searchers was originally shot by cinematographer Winton C. Hoch in Eastman 5248, and typical of that film stock, the yellow layer deteriorated over time. Consequently, previous home video editions of The Searchers exuded a yellowish tinge that was especially evident in scenes featuring large expanses of sky. This 4K UHD edition, according to the restoration team, at last restores the original “glorious blue sky” that’s such a vital part of the film’s aesthetic. "...another 4K title is in the pipeline..." This edition, which will also include a stand-alone 1080p Blu-ray release, includes the same two hours of special features that graced previous releases, but Feltenstein was proud to announce that much of the standard definition material has been upgraded to HD, an extra bonus for the film's fans. Feltenstein, who has spearheaded and overseen the restoration and release of hundreds of classic movies, cartoons, and TV shows that span decades of entertainment history, recognized that classic movie fans hungry for 4K content might expect The Searchers to be the first of many Warner Archive 4K UHD releases, but he was quick to corral those hopes. “4K from Warner Archive will be a rarity, not the norm,” he said. Feltenstein did say another 4K title is in the pipeline and should be coming out in a couple of months (he did not reveal the title), but noted massive expense of 4K will limit the number of future releases. And besides, he said, most older films just don’t have enough information on the negative to merit the 4K upgrade. The bottom line is that Warner Archive will remain “true to Blu,” Feltenstein said. The Searchers marks another step forward for the Warner Archive Collection, which continues to honor and preserve film classics with its meticulous, often dazzling restorations. New 4K releases may be few, but they will be eagerly anticipated and greatly appreciated by those who treasure both Hollywood classics and physical media. Pre-order The Searchers now: The Searchers - Warner Archive Collection 4K UHDPosted Tue Dec 10, 2024 at 04:52 PM PST by: -
Sony's 'Venom: The Last Dance' Waltzes onto 4K, 4K SteelBook, Blu-ray, Trilogy + Figure 4K Set on January 21Sony's symbiotic trilogy concludes with Venom: The Last Dance starring Tom Hardy - available on 4K UHD Blu-ray, 4K UHD SteelBook, Trilogy 4K Action Figure Bundle, Blu-ray, and DVD on January 21. Digital will arrive on December 10th. Besides the SteelBook, Sony is also offering a collectible 4K 3-Film Set with a Venom action figure, as well as an action figure with a Digital film download. In Venom: The Last Dance, Tom Hardy returns as Venom, one of Marvel’s greatest and most complex characters, for the final film in the trilogy. Eddie and Venom are on the run. Hunted by both of their worlds and with the net closing in, the duo are forced into a devastating decision that will bring the curtains down on Venom and Eddie's last dance. Venom: The Last Dance - 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Venom: The Last Dance Venom: The Last Dance - 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray SteelBook Venom 3-Movie Collection - 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray 4K UHD, BLU-RAY™ & DIGITAL EXTRAS Deleted & Extended Scenes Venomous Laughs: Outtakes & Bloopers Bonded in Chaos: Tom Hardy Author of Mayhem: From Writer to Director Venom’s Inner Circle Venom Unleashed: The Action & Stunts Select Scene PreVis One Last Dance – Tom Morello x Grandson Music Video Savor the Last Bite: The Venom Legacy Brock Bottom: Mrs. Chen Interview You can pre-order Venom: The Last Dance (2024) now and included below is the press announcement: BE THE FIRST TO WATCHVENOM: THE LAST DANCEAT HOME ON DIGITALEnjoy Eddie and Venom’s final wild ride, straight from theatres! “A SPECTACULAR SHOWDOWN YOU DON’T’ WANT TO MISS” - Joe Deckelmeier, SCREENRANT "THE BEST OF THE TRILOGY" - Erik Davis, FANDANGO AVAILABLE TO BUY OR RENT ON DIGITAL DECEMBER 10 AND ON 4K UHD, BLU-RAY & DVD JANUARY 21 PRE-ORDER AND COLLECT ALL THE LIMITED EDITIONS TODAY, INCLUDING4K UHD / BLU-RAY™ STEELBOOK THE 4K UHD / BLU-RAY™ 3-MOVIE COLLECTIONThis exclusive edition includes all three Venom films on 4K UHD/Blu-ray and digital, hours of special features, and limited edition, collectible action figure.AND THE VENOM: THE LAST DANCE DIGITAL MOVIE + COLLECTIBLE ACTION FIGUREThis exciting edition includes a code to redeem Venom: The Last Dance movie on digital – to enjoy the movie over and over again at home – and limited edition, collectible action figure. SYNOPSISIn Venom: The Last Dance, Tom Hardy returns as Venom, one of Marvel’s greatest and most complex characters, for the final film in the trilogy. Eddie and Venom are on the run. Hunted by both of their worlds and with the net closing in, the duo are forced into a devastating decision that will bring the curtains down on Venom and Eddie's last dance. SPECIAL FEATURES 4K UHD, BLU-RAY™ & DIGITAL EXTRAS Deleted & Extended Scenes Venomous Laughs: Outtakes & Bloopers Bonded in Chaos: Tom Hardy Author of Mayhem: From Writer to Director Venom’s Inner Circle Venom Unleashed: The Action & Stunts Select Scene PreVis One Last Dance – Tom Morello x Grandson Music Video Savor the Last Bite: The Venom Legacy Brock Bottom: Mrs. Chen Interview Blu-ray™ & DVD include a Digital code for movie and bonus materials as listed above, redeemable via Movies Anywhere for a limited time. Movies Anywhere is open to U.S. residents age 13+. Visit MoviesAnywhere.com for terms and conditions. DVD EXTRAS Venomous Laughs: Outtakes & Bloopers Author of Mayhem: From Writer to Director Venom’s Inner Circle CAST AND CREW Directed by: Kelly MarcelProduced by: Avi Arad, Matt Tolmach, Amy Pascal, Kelly Marcel, Tom Hardy, Hutch ParkerScreenplay by: Kelly MarcelStory by: Tom Hardy & Kelly MarcelExecutive Producers: Joe Caracciolo Jr.Cast: Tom Hardy, Chiwetel Ejiorfor, Juno Temple, Rhys Ifans, Stephen Graham, Peggy Lu, Alanna Ubach SPECS Run Time: Approx. 109 minutesRating: PG-13: Intense sequences of violence and action, bloody images and strong language. 4K UHD: 2160p Ultra High Definition/ 2/39:1 • Audio: English Dolby Atmos (Dolby TrueHD 7.1 compatible) , French (Doublé au Québec) 5.1 DTS-HD MA, Spanish, English & French (Doublé au Québec) Audio Description Tracks 5.1 Dolby Digital • Approx 109 Mins • Color • Some of The Information Listed May Not Apply To Special Features or the Blu-ray™ disc.Blu-ray™: 1080p High Definition / 2.39:1 • Audio: English, French (Doublé au Québec) 5.1 DTS-HD MA, Spanish, English & French (Doublé au Québec) Audio Description Tracks 5.1 Dolby Digital. Subtitles: English, English SDH, French, Spanish • Mastered in High Definition • Color • Some of The Information Listed May Not Apply To Special Features.DVD: Feature: 2.39:1 Anamorphic Widescreen • Audio: English, French (Doublé au Québec), Spanish 5.1 Dolby Digital, English & French (Doublé au Québec) Audio Description Tracks Stereo • Subtitles: English, English SDH, French, Spanish • Approx.109 Mins. • ColorSome of the information in the above listing may not apply to Special FeaturesPosted Mon Dec 9, 2024 at 10:14 AM PST by: -
HDD's 4K UHD & Blu-ray Shopping Guide, Week of Dec. 10, 2024 - Smells Like More Discs!Another wave of releases are available this week as we try to rebuild our bank balances. Will(ow)power, out the window! Welcome to Volume 5 Episode 28 of our weekly release guide. A look at the highlights of what's coming to disc the week of December 8th - December 14th, as well as a look at announcements from last week. 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Releases- As far as UK Import Monday, the first 5 of the 6 titles are available in the US from several different labels. Demolition Man - Arrow UK Limited Edition 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray The Addiction - Arrow UK Limited Edition 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray The Escapees - 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Indicator Series (UK Import) Requiem for a Vampire - 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Indicator Series (UK Import) From Beyond - 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray (UK Deluxe Limited Edition) Domestic release Tuesday has got a little of everything. The New Release category has one title. The rest of the 4K category consists of catalog titles, some are pretty recent titles. Those fantastic swag-filled sets from Umbrella Entertainment Australia become available Friday. You know which ones I am talking about. Pulse (2001) 4K UHD + Blu-ray (Australian Import) The NeverEnding Story (1984): 40th Anniversary Imprint Films Limited Edition 4K UHD (Australian Import) The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert (1994) - Imprint Films Limited Edition 4K UHD (Australian Import) A Bridge Too Far (1977) - Imprint Films Limited Edition 4K UHD (Australian Import) Convoy (1978) - Imprint Films Limited Edition 4K UHD (Australian Import) Blu-ray releases- Blu-ray counterparts of the above 4K releases include The Good, the Bad, the Weird UK Import (likely Region-B Locked), The Roundup: Punishment, No Country for Old Men, The Block Island Sound, The Escapees, Requiem for a Vampire and The Soul Eater. Notable Region B import... Domestic Releases... Anime highlights include Food Wars! (Season 5) The Fifth Plate Premium Box Set, Kaiji: The Ultimate Survivor Complete Collection, One Piece: Season Fourteen - Voyage One and Ya Boy Kongming! The Road to Summer Sonia. Australian Imports (via Amazon US) this Friday include: The Speedway Murders - Australian Import Birdeater - Australian Import Blue Thunder - Australian Import The Deep (1977) – Imprint Films Standard Edition (Australian Import) Double Jeopardy - Imprint Films Standard Edition (Australian Import) Carry On: Film Collection 4 (Australian Import) Agatha Christie's Marple: Series One - Three (Australian Limited Edition) Boiling Point (1993) (Australian Import) Open Your Eyes (Australian Import) Notable announcements from last week: Shout! Factory's February releases have been announced. Titles include A Chinese Odyssey: Parts 1 & 2, Galaxy of Terror 4K, Ghosts of Mars 4K, Humanoids from the Deep 4K, Sick 4K and The First Slam Dunk 4K. 4K Release Calendar 2K/BD Release Calendar Which titles are you buying this week? Which ones are on your wishlist, be it to buy as an impulse buy or to wait for the right price?Posted Mon Dec 9, 2024 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
Ho-Ho-Holy Moly That's A Lot of Discs! HDD's December 4K UHD Shopping GuideDecember, the final month of the holiday rush is here. October is tough. November is rough. But December is usually a pretty damn glorious month for new releases on 4k UHD. 2024 closes out on one hell of an expensive and exciting slate of discs. Major studios are dropping some of their best while boutique and independent labels crush out their new editions ahead of 2025. December is a fine month. We get into the festive holiday season. Decorate. Eat too many big meals and hang out with family. In between shopping trips and mauling down giant meals and gallons of eggnog, we also have to keep an eye on some of the big heavy hitter titles coming to 2160p this month. As the studios and boutique labels have their sights firmly set on holiday gift-giving, they flood us with a parade of great new first-time-on-4k releases with a slew of special gift set editions. 2024 was a busy year for the format and it's closing out on a banger of a month... albeit an expensive one at that! HDD's December 2024 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Shopping Guide December 3rd 4K UHD Releases December 10th 4K UHD Releases December 17th 4K UHD Releases December 31st 4K UHD ReleasesPosted Thu Dec 5, 2024 at 07:01 AM PST by: -
Fresh from the Top End - Turbine Unveils Worldwide Debut of Greg McLean's Ozploitation Classic 'Wolf Creek' on 4K UHD Mediabook on 12/12The brutal Terror Films from the early 2000s are going through something of a critical reassessment. One of those classics is Greg McLean's unflinching, incredibly disturbing Wolf Creek. Now thanks to Germany's boutique label Turbine, fans can choose from four Mediabook options to own the film's Unrated/Uncut version on 4K Ultra HD with Dolby Vision HDR and Dolby Atmos audio. Just when you thought you've reviewed a film and had something of a definitive edition, twice even, along comes another release. It's a truism for the physical media landscape these days. After Australia's Viavision dropped their excellent lenticular cover limited edition and Bloody Disgusting and Walmart dropped their Blu-ray SteelBook from Lionsgate, Turbine is getting in on the action with their new 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray of Greg McLean's brutal Ozploitation Terror Film Wolf Creek. Since the film was shot on a mix of early 1080p digital, 16mm, and some 35mm footage, it'll be interesting to see how this turns out. But, we'll get to enjoy this director-approved 4K master with Dolby Vision HDR and Atmos audio! Wolf Creek - 4K UHD Mediabook Cover A Wolf Creek - 4K UHD Mediabook Cover B Wolf Creek - 4K UHD Mediabook Cover C Wolf Creek - 4K UHD Mediabook Cover D Or, if you're a dedicated collector, you can order all four covers! Here's the full specs: Technical Specifications: Language: German Dolby Atmos, German DTS 5.1, German DTS 2.0, English Dolby Atmos, English DTS 5.1, English DTS 2.0 Aspect ratio: 1.78:1 (2160p24) Subtitles: German, German for the Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing (SDH), English, English for the Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing (SDH) Running time: 104 Minuten Extras: Unrated/uncut film version New 4K master approved by writer/director Greg McLean For the first time on Ultra HD Blu-ray + remastered Blu-ray Disc Making of (approx. 50 min.) Interview with actor John Jarratt* (approx. 8 min.) Deleted scene Gday, Trailer (USA/GER), TV spots Audio commentary with director Greg McLean, co-producer Matt Hearn and actors Cassandra Magrath and Kestie Morassi Booklet (28 pages, German language only) Discs are due to start shipping late next week, so get those preorders in now! Happy Holidays!Posted Thu Dec 5, 2024 at 05:32 AM PST by: -
Aldo Lado’s Debut Feature 'Short Night of Glass Dolls' Arrives on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray in April 2025Celluloid Dreams is bringing Aldo Lado’s 1971 film, Short Night of Glass Dolls to 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray + Blu-ray on April 29, 2025. For the first time in stunning 4K ultra-high resolution, this 4-disc 4K UHD and Blu-ray Collector’s Edition features a brand new, fully restored 4K transfer of the movie from the original camera negatives, as well as a 35mm Grindhouse version of the movie. It comes in a high-quality, side-loaded slipcase that contains a disc case with reversible cover sleeve featuring the English and the original Italian title of the movie, as well as a 64-page booklet. Short Night of Glass Dolls - 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray From the fringes of the giallo genre, writer and director Aldo Lado (WHO SAW HER DIE?, NIGHT TRAIN MURDERS) delivers a debut movie that pushes the boundaries of convention with “an ending that is one of the best, truly shocking giallo finales ever put on film.” (Collider) American foreign correspondent Gregory Moore is on his final assignment in Prague before transitioning to London. He plans to bring his beautiful Czech girlfriend Myra with him, freeing her from the shackles of oppressive Iron Curtain politics. But their plans are suddenly derailed when Myra vanishes without a trace. His investigation into her disappearance makes him realize that decadence, superstition, and hunger for power run deep in the City of a Hundred Spires. And then his own body turns up in a park… With no sign of life or rigor mortis, doctors prepare to perform an autopsy to discover the cause of his mysterious and symptomless death. What they don’t know is that in his mind, Greg is frantic. Silently screaming. “I am alive!” Newly restored and presented in 4K ultra-high resolution for the first time, “Short Night of Glass Dolls” is “easily one of the most intelligent and stylish gialli” (The Celluloid Highway). The film will surprise you with its remarkable narrative, distinctive photography, and stellar cast that includes Jean Sorel (A LIZARD IN A WOMAN’S SKIN, THE SWEET BODY OF DEBORAH), Barbara Bach (THE BLACK BELLY OF THE TARANTULA, THE SPY WHO LOVED ME), Ingrid Thulin (THE SILENCE, WILD STRAWBERRIES) and Mario Adorf (THE BIRD WITH THE CRYSTAL PLUMAGE, WHAT HAVE THEY DONE TO YOUR DAUGHTERS?). Celluloid Dreams is proud to present this newly scanned version, restored in 4K from the original camera negative, along with countless extras, in a high-quality, side-loaded slipcase that also contains a 64-page booklet. Note that this release does Disc 1 (4K UHD)Brand new 4K transfer and full restorationHDR-10Isolated ScoreCommentary Track by writer/director Aldo Lado and Federico Caddeo(NEW) Commentary Track by film critic Guido Henkel(NEW) English Trailer in 4K resolution(NEW) Italian Trailer in 4K resolution(NEW) Grindhouse Trailer in 4K resolution(NEW) Unreleased English Trailer (as "Catalepsis") in 4K resolutionDisc 2 (Blu-ray)Brand new transfer from 4K master and full restorationIsolated ScoreCommentary Track by writer/director Aldo Lado and Federico Caddeo(NEW) Commentary Track by film critic Guido Henkel(NEW) English Trailer(NEW) Italian Trailer(NEW) Grindhouse Trailer (NEW) Unreleased English Trailer (as "Catalepsis") Disc 3 (Blu-ray)"The Nights of Malastrana" 2015 Interview with writer/director Aldo Lado (97 mins)(NEW) "All About Lado" 2018 Interview with writer/director Aldo Lado (32 mins)"The Most Beautiful Voice in the World" Interview with soprano Edda Dell'Orso (21 mins)"The Quest for Money" Interview with producer Enzo Doria (20 mins)"Cuts Like a Knife" Interview with film editor Mario Morra (23 mins)"To Italy and Back" Interview with co-producer Dieter Geissler (29 mins)(NEW) "The Man on the Bridge" Featurette by Howard Berger (23 mins)(NEW) Image Gallery(NEW) Long-lost, export "Malastrana" creditsDisc 4 (Blu-ray)(NEW) Grindhouse Version from 35mm archival lab print(NEW) US VHS Pan&Scan Version (as "Paralyzed")Booklet (NEW) A 64-page booklet with a commemorative essay on Aldo Lado by Andy Marshall-Roberts, additional information and many photographs. You can pre-order Short Night of Glass Dolls - 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Now!Posted Tue Dec 3, 2024 at 02:45 PM PST by: -
Start December Strong With HDD's 4K UHD & Blu-ray Shopping Guide, Week of Dec. 3, 2024December hits the ground running with quite a plethora of releases. You already did your Christmas shopping for everyone else, right? Welcome to Volume 5 Episode 27 of our weekly release guide. A look at the highlights of what's coming to disc the week of December 1st - December 7th, as well as a look at announcements from last week. 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Releases- UK Import Monday has two releases: New Release Tuesday is dominated by Disney and its various subsidiaries, with a dash of Universal Pictures. Moving on to catalog titles, sorted somewhat by studio. Wednesday this week means a pair of imports from Turbine Medien out of Germany. Twister (1996) - Turbine 4K UHD Mediabook Twister (1996) - Turbine 4K UHD SteelBook Blu-ray releases- Blu-ray counterparts of the above 4K releases include Alien: Romulus, Watchmen Chapter II, Rippy and The Wild Robot. One single Anime highlight this week, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba: Swordsmith Village Arc. Blu-ray disc highlights this week..... Notable announcements from last week: During the holiday week there was the usual trickle of single title announcements popping up here and there, but overall, slow as expected. One title that stands out is possibly Clint Eastwood's (final?) film Juror #2, coming to Blu-ray February 4th. Arrow Video has revealed their February slate of titles. For U.S. buyers it's a slow month as we already got a few of these titles from other labels. 4K Release Calendar 2K/BD Release Calendar Which titles are you buying this week? Which ones are on your wishlist, be it to buy as an impulse buy or to wait for the right price?Posted Mon Dec 2, 2024 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
Feeling The Arrow Video Disc Love - February 2025 4K UHD and Blu-ray ReleasesArrow has just revealed their February 2025 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray releases. The titles in this wave included: A Certain Killer/A Killer's Key - Arrow Limited Edition, Alice, Sweet Alice - Arrow Limited Edition 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray, Cruising - Arrow Limited Edition 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre Part 2 - Arrow Limited Edition 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray (UK only, Blu-ray also available), The Last Stop in Yuma County - Arrow UK Limited Edition (UK only), and Lifeforce - Arrow UK Limited Edition 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray (UK only). A Certain Killer/A Killer's Key - Arrow Limited Edition Anticipating the cool aesthetic of Seijun Suzuki’s Branded to Kill and based on a crime novel by Shinji Fujiwara, the author of the original material for the same year’s A Colt is My Passport, A Certain Killer and A Killer’s Key are similarly stylish contemporary hitman thrillers directed by Daiei’s top director of jidai-geki, Kazuo Mori (The Tale of Zatoichi Continues) and starring the studio’s top actor Raiz? Ichikawa (Shinobi: Band of Assassins, Sleepy Eyes of Death). In A Certain Killer, Shiozaki’s low-profile existence as a chef at a local sushi restaurant serves as a front for his true job as a professional assassin whose modus operandi is poisoned needles. He’s approached by Maeda, a low-ranking member of a local yakuza group, to take out a rival gang boss. But the sudden arrival into his life of a spirited young woman, Keiko (Yumiko Nogawa, Gate of Flesh), has dramatic ramifications on his relationship with his new employer. Ichikawa’s lone wolf assassin is back in A Killer’s Key, this time masquerading as a traditional dance instructor named Nitta who is called in to avert a potential financial scandal that threatens to engulf a powerful yakuza group with ties to powerful figures in the political establishment. Co-scripted by the director Yasuz? Masumura (Giants and Toys, Blind Beast) and featuring masterful scope cinematography with an expressionistic eye for colour by one of Japan’s most esteemed cinematographers, Kazuo Miyagawa (Rashomon, Ugetsu), these Japanese crime drama essentials are presented for the very first time to the English-language home video market. LIMITED EDITION CONTENTS High Definition (1080p) Blu-ray presentation of both films Original uncompressed Japanese mono audio for both films Optional newly translated English subtitles Brand new audio commentary for both films by critic and Asian cinema expert Tony Rayns The Definite Murderer, a brand new 30-minute introduction to the films by Japanese film scholar Mark Roberts Original theatrical trailers for both films Image gallery Reversible sleeve featuring newly commissioned artwork for both films by Tony Stella Illustrated collector’s booklet featuring new writing on the films by Jasper Sharp and Earl Jackson Alice, Sweet Alice - Arrow Limited Edition 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray A young Brooke Shields meets an untimely end in this religious-themed proto slasher par excellence from director Alfred Sole. On the day of her first communion, young Karen (Brooke Shields) is savagely murdered by an unknown assailant in a yellow rain mac and creepy translucent mask. But the nightmare is far from over – as the knife-wielding maniac strikes again and again, Karen’s bereaved parents are forced to confront the possibility that Karen’s wayward sister Alice might be the one behind the mask. Bearing influences from the likes of Hitchcock, the then-booming Italian giallo film and more specifically, Nicolas Roeg’s Don’t Look Now, Alice, Sweet Alice is an absolutely essential – if often overlooked – entry in the canon of 1970s American horror. 4K ULTRA HD LIMITED EDITION CONTENTS Brand new 4K restoration by Arrow Films from the original camera negative 4K (2160p) Ultra HD presentations of three versions via seamless branching: Communion (original), Alice, Sweet Alice (theatrical) and Holy Terror (re-release) Original lossless mono audio Optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing Brand new audio commentary with Richard Harland Smith Archival audio commentary with co-writer/director Alfred Sole and editor M. Edward Salier First Communion: Alfred Sole Remembers Alice, Sweet Alice – director Alfred Sole looks back on his 1976 classic Alice on My Mind – a brand new interview with composer Stephen Lawrence In the Name of the Father brand new interview with actor Niles McMaster Sweet Memories: Dante Tomaselli on Alice, Sweet Alice – filmmaker Dante Tomaselli, cousin of Alfred Sole, discusses his longtime connection to the film Lost Childhood: The Locations of Alice, Sweet Alice a tour of the original Alice, Sweet Alice shooting locations hosted by author Michael Gingold Deleted scenes Split-screen version comparison Trailer and TV Spot Image gallery, including the original screenplay Reversible sleeve featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Gilles Vranckx Illustrated collectors booklet featuring new writing on the film by Michael Blyth Cruising - Arrow Limited Edition 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Legendary director William Friedkin brings together Al Pacino, the 70s New York gay scene and a searing punk-rock soundtrack in this one-of-a-kind serial killer thriller, finally restored to its long-unavailable original theatrical version in 4K. New York is caught in the grip of a sadistic serial killer who is preying on the patrons of the city’s underground gay scene. Young rookie cop Steve Burns (Pacino) is tasked with infiltrating the S&M subculture to try and lure the killer out of the shadows... but as he immerses himself deeper and deeper into the underworld, Steve risks losing his own identity in the process. Taking the premise and title from reporter Gerald Walker’s novel, Cruising was the subject of great controversy at the time of its release and remains a challenging and remarkable movie to this day, with Pacino’s haunted lead performance as its magnetic centrepiece. With hours of brand-new bonus features, including never-before-seen material from the deepest recesses of the studio archives, you’ve never seen Cruising like this. 2-DISC 4K ULTRA HD BLU-RAY LIMITED EDITION CONTENTS Brand new 4K restoration from the original 35mm camera negative by Arrow Films 120-page perfect-bound collector’s book featuring articles from The Village Voice and The New York Times, essays from the film’s extras cast, an introduction from William Friedkin, and an archive interview with Al Pacino Reversible sleeve featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Sister Hyde DISC ONE FEATURE & EXTRAS (4K ULTRA HD) 4K (2160p) Ultra HD Blu-ray presentation in Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible) Original lossless English mono audio, 2.0 stereo, and 5.1 Optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing Two archive audio commentaries by director William Friedkin, one solo and one moderated by critic and broadcaster Mark Kermode Brand new commentary featuring original musicians involved with the soundtrack I Want to Be the Curator, a brand-new interview with actress Karen Allen Deleted scenes and alternative footage On-set audio featuring the club scenes and protest coverage Censored material reels Theatrical trailer, teasers, and TV spots DISC TWO EXTRAS (BLU-RAY) Walking the Line, a brand-new interview with actor, film consultant, and former police detective Randy Jurgensen Cut Offs, an interview with editor Bud S. Smith Who’s That Guy?, an interview with actor Jay Acovone Pounding the Beat, an interview with actor Mike Starr Boy on the Bus, an interview with actor Mark Zecca Mineshaft Memories, an archive interview with Wally Wallace, former manager of the Mineshaft Breaking the Codes, a brand-new visual essay surrounding the hanky-codes featuring actor and writer David McGillivray Stop the Movie, a short film by Jim Hubbard capturing the Cruising protests The History of Cruising, an archival featurette looking at the film’s origins and production Exorcising Cruising, an archival featurette looking at the controversy surrounding the film and its enduring legacy William Friedkin’s BeyondFest 2022 Q&A at the American Cinematheque Extensive image gallery featuring international promotional material, on-set sketches, and more The Texas Chainsaw Massacre Part 2 - Arrow UK Limited Edition 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray In 1974, Tobe Hooper changed the face of horror with his landmark ?lm The Texas Chain Saw Massacre. Though the hulking Leatherface left an indelible mark upon the cinematic landscape, it wouldn’t be until 1986 that the buzz came back… in The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2! Relocating the cannibalistic Sawyers to a cavernous labyrinth beneath an amusement park, Hooper’s deliciously demented sequel sees local DJ Stretch running afoul of them when she gets mixed up in the brutal slaying of two youngsters. Meanwhile, Lieutenant “Lefty” Enright is hell-bent on avenging the murder of his nephew Franklin, who perished in the original massacre. Whichever way you skin it, Leatherface’s second cinematic outing is an uncompromisingly delirious vision from one of the masters of horror. 2-DISC LIMITED EDITION CONTENTS Limited edition packaging featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Ilan Sheady and Dare Creative Booklet featuring new writing by Johnny Mains, Anna Bogutskaya, Guy Adams and Neil Mitchell Double-sided fold-out poster Texas Battle Land theme park postcard Chili cook-off recipe card Three double-sided collector’s postcards DISC 1 (4K ULTRA HD BLU-RAY) - THE FILM 4K restoration from the original negative 4K (2160p) UHD Blu-ray presentation in Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible) Original lossless stereo 2.0 audio Optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing Commentary with director Tobe Hooper Commentary with stars Bill Moseley, Caroline Williams and special effects legend Tom Savini Commentary with cinematographer Richard Kooris, production designer Cary White, script supervisor Laura Kooris and property master Michael Sullivan DISC 2 (BLU-RAY) - BONUS FEATURES Are We Not Both the Living Dead?, new visual essay by Scout Tafoya You’ve Got Good Taste: Cannibal Camp and Perverse Parody, new visual essay by Miranda Corcoran Stretch Lives!, interview with Caroline Williams Serving Tom, interview with makeup effects artist Gabe Bartalos Texas Blood Bath, interview with makeup effects artist Barton Mixon Remember the Alamo, interview with actor Kirk Sisco Die Yuppie Scum, interview with actor Barry Kinyon Extended interviews with Tobe Hooper and co-producer Cynthia Hargrave, from Electric Boogaloo: The Wild, Untold Story of Cannon Films It Runs in the Family, (plus outtakes!) on the film’s genesis, making and enduring appeal House of Pain, interview with makeup effects artists Mixon, Bartalos, Gino Crognale and John Vulich Yuppie Meat, interview with actors Chris Douridas and Barry Kinyon Cutting Moments, interview with editor Alain Jakubowicz Behind the Mask and Cutting Moments with Bob Elmore, two interviews with Leatherface’s performer Horror’s Hallowed Grounds, featurette exploring the film’s locations Still Feelin’ the Buzz, interview with horror expert Stephen Thrower Behind-the-scenes Alternate opening credits Deleted scenes Trailers and TV spots Still gallery The Last Stop in Yuma County - Arrow UK Limited Edition NEVER BRING A KNIFE SALESMAN TO A GUNFIGHT Blending elements of the western and neo-noir, The Last Stop in Yuma County is a loving and expertly crafted homage to the spirit of 1970s American crime thrillers with a modern twist, winning the prize for Best Film at the Sitges International Film Festival. A travelling knife salesman impatiently awaits the arrival of a fuel truck in an isolated roadside diner in rural Arizona. His attempt to wile away the hours with a crossword puzzle and a cup of coffee is interrupted by the arrival of Travis and Beau, two bank robbers fleeing from a heist. Realising they’ve been recognised, the thieves intimidate the diner’s staff and clientele into silence just as more oblivious patrons begin to trickle in. As the tension mounts and pressure spirals, the salesman is caught between protecting the safety of the other customers and his own survival, and will make a decision that will change his life forever. Featuring gripping performances by a cast loaded with genre favourites, including Jim Cummings (The Beta Test), Richard Brake (Barbarian), Barbara Crampton (Re-Animator), Jocelin Donahue (The House of the Devil) and Alex Essoe (Starry Eyes), The Last Stop in Yuma County is a thrilling exploration of the difficult choices and fragile alliances that arise in desperate situations. LIMITED EDITION BLU-RAY CONTENTS High Definition Blu-ray (1080p) presentation Original DTS-HD MA 5.1 surround audio Optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing Audio commentary with director Francis Galluppi and executive producer James Claeys Audio commentary with Francis Galluppi and actors Jim Cummings and Jocelin Donahue Audio commentary with Francis Galluppi and cinematographer Mac Fisken Trust the Audience, a new interview with Francis Galluppi Leave the Gun, Take the Rhubarb, a new video essay by film critic Matt Donato Sell Your House, a making-of featurette Three screenplay-to-film comparisons Trailer Image galleries Illustrated collector's booklet featuring artwork by Adam Perocchi and new writing by film critics Kat Hughes and Meagan Navarro Reversible sleeve featuring artwork by Eric Adrian Lee and Nicholas Moegly Six vintage-style lobby cards featuring newly-commissioned artwork by Eric Adrian Lee Lifeforce - Arrow UK Limited Edition 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray IN THE BLINK OF AN EYE, THE TERROR BEGINS When a space shuttle crew finds a mysterious spacecraft containing three human-looking creatures in a state of suspended animation, they bring them back to Earth for further investigation. It’s only then that scientists discover that they are in fact a race of space vampires that feed off people’s life-force, rather than their blood. So when they escape and run amok in London, the consequences are apocalyptic – and the shuttle crew’s only survivor (Steve Railsback) seems to be the only man who can stop them. Based on Colin Wilson’s novel The Space Vampires, with a screenplay co-written by Dan O’Bannon (Alien, Return of the Living Dead) and directed by Tobe Hooper (The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, Poltergeist), this lively sci-fi horror romp has a stellar cast including Peter Firth, Frank Finlay and Patrick Stewart – although it’s Mathilda May’s appearance as the seductive alien leader that attracts the most attention to this day. 4K ULTRA HD LIMITED EDITION CONTENTS Brand new 4K restoration by Arrow Films of the 116-minute International Cut, plus a 4K restoration of the 101-minute Theatrical Cut from the original negative Original lossless stereo audio plus optional 5.1 DTS-HD MA Surround and Dolby Atmos remixes for both cuts Optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard-of-hearing for both cuts Reversible sleeve featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Dan Mumford Collector's booklet featuring writing on the film by Frank Collins DISC ONE - INTERNATIONAL CUT 4K (2160p) Ultra HD Blu-ray presentation in Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible) Audio commentary by director Tobe Hooper, moderated by filmmaker Tim Sullivan Audio commentary by visual effects artist Douglas Smith, moderated by filmmaker and scholar Howard S. Berger Audio commentary with make-up effects artist Nick Maley, moderated by filmmaker Michael Felsher Isolated music and effects track Cannon Fodder: The Making of Lifeforce, an epic look at the genesis, production and release of the film, featuring interviews with Hooper, associate producer Michael J. Kagan, editor John Grover, actors Aubrey Morris and Nicholas Ball, make-up artist Sandra Exelby, screenwriter Michael Armstrong, sound designer Vernon Messenger, art designers Tom Adams and Roger Stewart, and effects artist John Schoonraad Space Vampires in London, an archive interview with Tobe Hooper Dangerous Beauty, an archive interview with Mathilda May Carlsen’s Curse, an archive interview with Steve Railsback Textless opening sequence Theatrical trailers DISC TWO - THEATRICAL CUT 4K (2160p) Ultra HD Blu-ray presentation in Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible) Isolated music and effects track Interview outtakes from Mark Hartley’s Electric Boogaloo: The Wild, Untold Story of Cannon Films, featuring Hooper, Armstrong, Grover and Messenger Split screen comparison with TV version Preorders for these upcoming February 4K UHD and Blu-ray releases are up on the Arrow websites and should be available soon at other retailers.Posted Fri Nov 29, 2024 at 09:27 AM PST by: -
Clint Eastwood's Latest Film (Final?) 'Juror #2' Set for Blu-ray Duty on February 4 and Digital on December 3Warner Brothers has officially announced director Clint Eastwood's legal thriller Juror #2 for Blu-ray on February 4. Digital will be available on December 3. After a meager theatrical rollout so it could qualify for the big awards push, Legendary nonagenarian filmmaker Clint Eastwood's latest directorial effort - and potentially final - Juror #2 will be coming to digital premium sell-through outlets on December 3rd before enjoying its Blu-ray disc release on two months later on February 4th. Juror #2 stars Nicholas Hoult, Oscar-nominee Toni Collette, Oscar-winner J.K. Simmons, and Kiefer Sutherland and has a screenplay written by Jonathan Abrams (Escape Plan). The Blu-ray appears to be a barebones release without any extras but it appears Dolby Atmos will be out audio format of the day. “Juror #2” follows family man Justin Kemp (Hoult) who, while serving as a juror in a high-profile murder trial, finds himself struggling with a serious moral dilemma…one he could use to sway the jury verdict and potentially convict—or free—the accused killer. Juror #2 You can pre-order Juror #2 now and included below is the press announcement: JUROR #2 Written and Directed by Legendary Filmmaker Clint Eastwood, the Legal Thriller Film Arrives for Premium Digital Ownership and Rental on December 3 Blu-ray and DVD arrive on February 4 Burbank, CA, November 26, 2024 – Juror #2, the legal thriller from Academy Award winning director Clint Eastwood, arrives for purchase and rental Digitally at home on December 3. The film will also be available to purchase on Blu-ray and DVD on February 4, 2025. On December 3, Juror #2 will be available for early Premium Digital Ownership at home and for 48-hour rental via PVOD on participating digital platforms where you purchase movies, including Amazon Prime Video, AppleTV, Google Play, Fandango At Home, and more. On February 4, Juror #2 will be available to own on Blu-ray and DVD. Juror #2 will also continue to be available to own in high definition and standard definition from participating digital retailers. Academy Award winner Eastwood directs from a screenplay by Jonathan Abrams (“Escape Plan”). The film is produced by Eastwood, Tim Moore, Jessica Meier, Adam Goodman and Matt Skiena, and executive produced by David M. Bernstein, Ellen Goldsmith-Vein, Jeremy Bell. “Juror #2” follows family man Justin Kemp (Hoult) who, while serving as a juror in a high-profile murder trial, finds himself struggling with a serious moral dilemma…one he could use to sway the jury verdict and potentially convict—or free—the accused killer. The film stars Nicholas Hoult (upcoming Superman, The Menu), Oscar nominee Toni Collette (upcoming Mickey 17, The Sixth Sense), Oscar winner J.K. Simmons (Whiplash), and Kiefer Sutherland (Designated Survivor, 24), and also features Chris Messina (Air, Based on a True Story), Gabriel Basso (The Night Agent), Zoey Deutch (The Politician, Zombieland: Double Tap), Cedric Yarbrough (Unfrosted), Leslie Bibb (Palm Royale, Tag), Amy Aquino (Bosch) and Adrienne C. Moore (Orange Is the New Black). BASICS Premium Digital Ownership: December 3, 2024 Blu-ray and DVD Street Date: February 4, 2025 BD Languages: English, Latin Spanish, Spanish Castilian, Parisian French, Italian BD Subtitles: English, Latin Spanish, Spanish Castilian, Canadian French, Parisian French, Italian, Japanese, Dutch DVD Languages: English, Latin Spanish DVD Subtitles: English, Latin Spanish, Japanese Running Time: 113 minutes Rating: PG-13 DVD: DLBY/DGTL Blu-ray: ATMOS TrueHD The Credits From legendary filmmaker Clint Eastwood comes “Juror #2,” a Warner Bros. Pictures release. The film stars Nicholas Hoult (upcoming “Superman,” “The Menu”), Oscar nominee Toni Collette (upcoming “Mickey 17,” “The Sixth Sense”), Oscar winner J.K. Simmons (“Whiplash”), and Kiefer Sutherland (“Designated Survivor,” “24”), and also features Chris Messina (“Air,” “Based on a True Story”), Gabriel Basso (“The Night Agent”), Zoey Deutch (“The Politician,” “Zombieland: Double Tap”), Cedric Yarbrough (“Unfrosted”), Leslie Bibb (“Palm Royale,” “Tag”), Amy Aquino (“Bosch”) and Adrienne C. Moore (“Orange Is the New Black”). “Juror #2” follows family man Justin Kemp (Hoult) who, while serving as a juror in a high-profile murder trial, finds himself struggling with a serious moral dilemma…one he could use to sway the jury verdict and potentially convict—or free—the accused killer. Academy Award winner Eastwood directs from a screenplay by Jonathan Abrams (“Escape Plan”). The film is produced by Eastwood, Tim Moore, Jessica Meier, Adam Goodman and Matt Skiena, and executive produced by David M. Bernstein, Ellen Goldsmith-Vein, Jeremy Bell. Eastwood’s creative team includes such frequent collaborators as director of photography Yves Bélanger, production designer Ron Reiss, Oscar-winning editor Joel Cox (“Unforgiven”) and editor David Cox, BAFTA-nominated costume designer Deborah Hopper (“Changeling”); Mark Mancina created the original score. Warner Bros. Pictures Presents A Dichotomy Production, A Malpaso Production, “Juror #2,” to be distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures. About Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Warner Bros. Home Entertainment (WBHE) distributes the award-winning movies, television, animation, and digital content produced by Warner Bros. Discovery to the homes and screens of millions through digital transactions on major streaming, video-on-demand cable, satellite, digital, and mobile channels, and through physical Blu-ray Disc™ and DVD retail sales. WBDHE is part of Warner Bros. Discovery Content Sales, one of the world’s largest distributors of entertainment programming.Posted Tue Nov 26, 2024 at 10:33 AM PST by: -
Look There! Robert Zemeckis' 'Here' Arrives on Blu-ray on January 21 and on Digital November 26The drama Here from director Robert Zemeckis and starring Tom Hanks and Robin Wright comes to Blu-ray on January 21. Digital will be available on November 26. The Blu-ray package from Sony Pictures Home Entertainment will include a making-of featurette and deleted scenes. Reuniting the director, writer and stars of Forrest Gump, HERE is an original film about multiple families and a special place they inhabit. The story travels through generations, capturing the most relatable of human experiences. Robert Zemeckis (Forrest Gump, Cast Away, Who Framed Roger Rabbit, Contact, Back to the Future) directs from a screenplay by Eric Roth (Forrest Gump, Killers of the Flower Moon, Dune: Part One, A Star is Born) and him. Told much in the style of the acclaimed graphic novel by Richard McGuire on which it is based, TOM HANKS and ROBIN WRIGHT star in a tale of love, loss, laughter and life all of which happen right Here. Here BLU-RAY™, DVD & DIGITAL EXTRAS How We Got Here (The Making of HERE) Deleted Scenes You can pre-order Here (2024) now and included below is the press announcement: . THIS HOLIDAY SHARE “HERE” AT HOMESTARRING TOM HANKS AND ROBIN WRIGHT“THE MOST LIFE-AFFIRMING, SOUL-ENRICHING MOVIE OF THE YEAR.”Jake Hamilton, FOX-TV AVAILABLE TO BUY OR RENT ON DIGITAL NOVEMBER 26 AND ON BLU-RAY & DVD JANUARY 21 SYNOPSISReuniting the director, writer and stars of Forrest Gump, HERE is an original film about multiple families and a special place they inhabit. The story travels through generations, capturing the most relatable of human experiences. Robert Zemeckis (Forrest Gump, Cast Away, Who Framed Roger Rabbit, Contact, Back to the Future) directs from a screenplay by Eric Roth (Forrest Gump, Killers of the Flower Moon, Dune: Part One, A Star is Born) and him. Told much in the style of the acclaimed graphic novel by Richard McGuire on which it is based, TOM HANKS and ROBIN WRIGHT star in a tale of love, loss, laughter and life all of which happen right Here. SPECIAL FEATURES BLU-RAY™, DVD & DIGITAL EXTRAS How We Got Here (The Making of HERE) Deleted Scenes Blu-ray™ & DVD include a digital code for movie and bonus materials as listed above, redeemable via Movies Anywhere for a limited time. Movies Anywhere is open to U.S. residents age 13+. Visit MoviesAnywhere.com for terms and conditions. CAST AND CREW Directed by: Robert ZemeckisProduced by: Robert Zemeckis, Derek Hogue, Jack Rapke, Bill BlockBased on the Graphic Novel by: Richard McGuireScreenplay by: Eric Roth & Robert ZemeckisExecutive Producers: Jeremy Johns, Andrew Golov, Thom ZadraCast (In Order of Appearance): Tom Hanks, Robin Wright, Paul Bettany, Kelly Reilly SPECS Run Time: Approx. 104 minutesRating: Thematic material, some suggestive material, brief strong language and smoking.Blu-ray™: 1080p High Definition / 1.78:1 • Audio: English 5.1 DTS-HD MA, English Audio Description Track 5.1 Dolby Digital. Subtitles: English, English SDH, Spanish • Mastered in High Definition • Color • Some of The Information Listed May Not Apply To Special Features.DVD: Feature:1.78:1 Anamorphic Widescreen • Audio: English 5.1 Dolby Digital, English Audio Description Tracks Stereo • Subtitles: English, English SDH, Spanish • Approx.104 Mins. • Color. Some of the information in the above listing may not apply to Special FeaturesPosted Mon Nov 25, 2024 at 07:12 PM PST by:
