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Netflix Teases Aziz Ansari's 'Master of None' Season Two, Streaming Premiere Set for May 12[teaser]The comedy series will return to Netflix in May.[/teaser] Netflix has released a date announcement teaser for 'Master of None' season two. The new season will start streaming through Netflix on May 12. Best known for his role on the award-winning series Parks and Recreation, comedian Aziz Ansari stars, writes, and directs Master of None, a new Netflix original comedy series loosely based on his own life experiences. Master of None follows the personal and professional lives of Dev, a 30-year-old actor in New York who has trouble deciding what he wants to eat, much less the pathway for the rest of his life. Ambitious, funny, cinematic, and both sweeping in scope and intensely personal, Dev's story takes him through subjects as diverse as the plight of the elderly, the immigrant experience, and how to find the most delicious pasta for dinner. The show was created by Ansari and Parks and Recreation writer Alan Yang. The series is executive produced by Aziz Ansari, Alan Yang, Michael Schur, Dave Becky, and David Miner. Check out the date announcement teaser below! In addition to the upcoming second season, all ten episodes of 'Master of None' season one are currently available to stream through Netflix. Other upcoming Netflix premieres include 'Iron Fist' on March 17, 'Grace and Frankie' season three on March 24, 'The Discovery' on March 31, '13 Reasons Why' on March 31, 'Mystery Science Theater 3000' on April 14, 'Sandy Wexler' on April 14, 'Girlboss' on April 21, 'Bill Nye Saves the World' on April 21, 'Dear White People' on April 28, 'Casting JonBenet' on April 28, 'Anne' on May 12, 'Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt' season three on May 19, 'War Machine' on May 26, 'House of Cards' season five on May 30, 'Orange is the New Black' season five on June 9, 'Naked' on August 11, and 'Stranger Things' season two on October 31. A current Netflix subscription starts at $10 for HD streaming and $12 for Ultra HD streaming. Source: NetflixPosted Thu Mar 16, 2017 at 09:30 AM PDT by: -
Amazon Reveals April 7 Premiere Date for 'American Playboy: The Hugh Hefner Story'[teaser]The docuseries about the Playboy founder will start streaming next month.[/teaser] Amazon has announced a release date for its upcoming original show, 'American Playboy: The Hugh Hefner Story.' The 10-episode documentary series will premiere through Prime Video on April 7. In addition, episode one will be available to stream for free on Playboy.com on April 7 through April 13. "At a time when civil rights are more in the news than ever, Prime members will be delighted to learn more about the Playboy brand and its contributions in that area," said Conrad Riggs, Head of Unscripted, Amazon Originals. "This series will offer the unprecedented, behind-the-scenes story of Hefner’s life and his fight to protect and advance essential American rights, including free speech." Produced by the Emmy Award-winning Stephen David Entertainment and Alta Loma Entertainment, American Playboy begins in post-war America and takes us through the launch of Playboy magazine in 1953 and the next six decades of Hefner’s life and career. As he built his empire, Hefner became both a social justice advocate and a target of the conservative movement while becoming an outspoken defender of civil rights, freedom of speech, gay rights and, of course, sexual freedom. The series is the result of unprecedented access to thousands of hours of never-before-seen footage from both Hefner’s and the Playboy archives and Hefner’s personal scrapbooks, which number more than 2,900 and constitute a Guinness World Record. The 90-year-old Hefner has been deeply involved in the development and production of American Playboy, imbuing the series with rich first-person accounts and never-before-told stories. 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. Source: AmazonPosted Thu Mar 16, 2017 at 08:15 AM PDT by: -
'The Young Pope' Starring Jude Law Dated for Blu-ray[teaser]Director Paolo Sorrentino's HBO drama is heading to Blu-ray in June.[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, HBO is preparing 'The Young Pope' for Blu-ray on June 6. Created and directed by Paolo Sorrentino, The Young Pope tells the controversial story of the beginning of Pius XIII's pontificate. Lenny Belardo (Jude Law), aka Pius XIII, is the first American Pope in history. Young and charming, his election might seem the result of a simple and effective media strategy by the College of Cardinals. But, as we know, appearances can be deceptive. Especially in the place and among the people who have chosen the great mystery of God as the guiding light of their existence. That place is the Vatican and those people are the leaders of the Catholic Church. And the most mysterious and contradictory figure of all turns out to be Pius XIII himself. Shrewd and naïve, old-fashioned and very modern, doubtful and resolute, ironic, pedantic, hurt and ruthless, Pius XIII tries to walk the long path of human loneliness to find a God for mankind. And for himself. Specs have not been detailed yet, but supplements will include three special features including an exclusive new "The Making of The Young Pope" featurette Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $59.99. You can find the latest specs for 'The Young Pope' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under June 6. Order the Blu-rayPosted Thu Mar 16, 2017 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
ClassicFlix Announces Upcoming Blu-ray Lineup[teaser]Fifteen new titles are in the works for Blu-ray.[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, ClassicFlix has announced its upcoming lineup of Blu-ray titles. Though exact release dates have not been announced, the discs are expected to arrive this summer. Tomorrow Is Forever - Claudette Colbert, Orson Welles, George Brent and Natalie Wood star in this moving, romantic drama about a soldier, previously thought lost in action, who returns years later to find his wife remarried.Nightmare (1956) - A New Orleans musician has a nightmare about killing a man in a strange house but he suspects that it really happened.The Killer Is Loose - An unhinged, deceptively mild-mannered bank robber escapes prison, seeking revenge on the cop who accidentally killed his wife during a gun battle.Five Steps to Danger - Cold War espionage: On a fishing trip, Sterling Hayden's car breaks down. Ruth Roman gives him a lift. She is en route to drop off coded secrets to a scientist.The Noose Hangs High - In this slapstick farce, legendary comedians Abbott & Costello are window washers mistaken for messengers who are sent to collect $50,000 in cash by a gangster, with zany results.He Walked by Night - This film-noir piece, told in semi-documentary style, follows police on the hunt for a resourceful criminal who shoots and kills a cop.Crime of Passion - Kathy leaves the newspaper business to marry homicide detective Bill but is frustrated by his lack of ambition and the banality of life in the suburbs. Her drive to advance Bill's career soon takes her down a dangerous path.Casanova Brown - In this hilarious romantic comedy, Gary Cooper gets a lesson in diapers and formula after stealing his child from his ex-wife (Teresa Wright), who had plans to give it up for adoption.Along Came Jones - A good-natured saddle tramp traveling with his sidekick, is mistaken for a ruthless outlaw with a price on his head.You Only Live Once - The public defender's secretary and an ex-convict get married and try to make a life together, but a series of disasters sends their lives spiraling out of controlT-Men - Dennis O'Brien is a treasury agent determined to bring a counterfeiting ring to justice. O'Brien and his partner Tony Genaro go undercover to gain the confidence of the ruthless Detroit mob responsible for the phony money.Sundown - During World War II, a mysterious native woman (Gene Tierney) arrives with her caravans at a remote British Army outpost in East Africa, and proceeds to assist the soldiers in their fight against the Nazis.Stand-In - A former child star falls in love with a stuffy accountant, who wants to learn why his firm's movie studio is losing money.Raw Deal - In this film noir classic a revenge-seeking gangster (Dennis O'Keefe) is sent to prison after being framed for a crime he didn't commit. After seducing a beautiful young woman he uses her to help him carry out his plot for vengeance leading him to the crazy pyromaniac (Raymond Burr) who set him up.The Crystal Ball - A beauty contestant (Paulette Goddard) fills in for a fortuneteller and changes a lawyer's (Ray Milland) future with a rich widow (Virginia Field). Specs and supplements have not been detailed yet. You can find the latest specs for all of the titles listed above linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where they are indexed under PENDING.Posted Thu Mar 16, 2017 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
Samsung Readies MS750 Soundbar & New "The Frame" Display[teaser]Launch windows have been announced for the company's upcoming products.[/teaser] Samsung has announced availability for its new MS750 Sound+ Soundbar and "The Frame" Display. The MS750 is due out this summer while The Frame is set for release in the spring. Emphasizing premium design, The Frame is a display designed to look like a picture frame hanging on a user's wall when not in use as a TV. When the unit is placed in "Art Mode," the screen displays custom-designed digital art pieces instead of fading to black like a traditional television. Customers can choose from 100 art pieces in 10 different categories --including landscape, architecture, wildlife, action, drawing, and more. Likewise, The Frame features several options for art layouts and colors, along with customizable accessories like interchangeable bezels and an optional Studio Stand. In addition, the display uses Samsung's new Invisible Connection and No Gap Wall-mount, allowing versatile mounting options without unsightly cables or wires. Meanwhile, the MS750 Sound+ Soundbar features a "one body" design with integrated subwoofer performance along with new Anti-Distortion Technology, allowing the device to go as low as 35 Hz. In addition, the soundbar offers 5-channel sound with wide-band, front- and top-mounted tweeters, and booming mid-range speakers. Likewise, the soundbar also includes upmixing technology and support for Samsung's UHQ 32bit audio tech. Exact price points for the MS750 Sound+ Soundbar and "The Frame" Display have not been announced yet. In addition to the new soundbar and TV, Samsung also recently announced an April launch for its M9500 Ultra HD Blu-ray Player ($399). Likewise, the company just started shipping its new 2017 QLED Ultra HD TV lineup, with current sizes ranging from 55-inches to 75-inches. The displays use new metal quantum dot technology for improved colors and brightness. Source: SamsungPosted Wed Mar 15, 2017 at 04:30 PM PDT by: -
Unrated Cut of Ken Russell's Controversial 'The Devils' Hits Shudder Streaming Service[teaser]The controversial flick is now available to stream in an unrated cut.[/teaser] Shudder has announced the addition of the 109-minute unrated cut of director Ken Russell's 'The Devils' to its streaming lineup. Due to its controversial subject matter, the movie has usually only been available in censored edits for many previous theatrical and home releases. In 17th century France, hunchbacked nun Sister Jeanne (Vanessa Redgrave) lusts after the town's priest Father Grandier (Oliver Reed), a sinful but ultimately just man. But when the priest marries, jealous Jeanne accuses Grandier of using witchcraft on her convent, and the other nuns play along, behaving as obscenely as possible. Ken Russell's savage portrait of religious hypocrisy earned the film the top spot on the list of most controversial horror films ever made - and an X rating. Available on streaming for the first time ever in the US, THE DEVILS is essential viewing. Though not the full uncut 117-minute version, this 109-minute unrated edit serves as one of the most complete cuts of the film currently available. Filmmaker Ken Russell is also known for directing 'Tommy,' 'Altered States,' and 'Crimes of Passion.' Shudder is an AMC operated subscription video on demand streaming service focused on horror titles. Here's a rundown of the platform per the Shudder website: Shudder has something for everyone, from the casual fan to the hardcore horror devotee. Whether you're looking for a classic suspense film, a cat-and-mouse thriller, a good old fashioned monster movie, a terrifying tale of the supernatural, or a bloody giallo masterpiece, you'll always find something to scare you in a new way at Shudder. Our Shudder Collections are curated by horror aficionados with a deep love and respect for the many peculiar varieties and genres of horror - they showcase films you never knew existed right alongside old favorites that never fail to frighten, and everything in between. You can also explore different perspectives on all things horror by perusing the selections of our guest curators, or flip on Shudder.TV, a horror-devoted channel programmed by our curators - tune in anytime and discover a gem. Shudder is currently available for $4.99 per month or $49.99 per year. New customers can receive a free trial as well. Likewise, users can also subscribe to the service through Amazon Channels. Sources: Shudder, JoBlo, A.V. ClubPosted Wed Mar 15, 2017 at 03:00 PM PDT by: -
Damien Chazelle's 'La La Land' Dated & Detailed for Blu-ray & Ultra HD Blu-ray[teaser]The musical starring Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling is dancing toward Blu-ray and Ultra HD Blu-ray in April.[/teaser] As previously reported, Lionsgate is preparing 'La La Land' for Blu-ray and Ultra HD Blu-ray, and the release date has now been announced as April 25. Written and directed by Academy Award (R) nominee Damien Chazelle, LA LA LAND tells the story of Mia [Emma Stone], an aspiring actress, and Sebastian [Ryan Gosling], a dedicated jazz musician, who are struggling to make ends meet in a city known for crushing hopes and breaking hearts. Set in modern day Los Angeles, this original musical about everyday life explores the joy and pain of pursuing your dreams. The Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray will both feature Dolby Atmos soundtracks, and supplements will include: - Audio Commentary with writer/director Damien Chazelle and composer Justin Hurwitz- 10 Featurettes- Damien & Justin Sing: The Demos- Song Selection Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $24.99. Suggested list price for the Ultra HD Blu-ray is $42.99. You can find the latest specs for 'La La Land' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule and our Ultra HD Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under April 25. Order the Ultra HD Blu-ray Order the Blu-rayPosted Wed Mar 15, 2017 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
Netflix Set to Complete Orson Welles' Last Film 'The Other Side of the Wind'[teaser]The legendary filmmaker's unfinished movie is being completed and restored.[/teaser] Netflix has announced that it will be acquiring global rights to Orson Welles’ last film, 'The Other Side of the Wind.' The company will also finance the completion and restoration of the unfinished movie. The film, a satire of Hollywood, focuses on the last days of a legendary film director named Jake Hannaford (played by John Huston), who is struggling to forge his last great comeback as a major filmmaker. Hannaford is hard at work on his final masterpiece, The Other Side of The Wind. Additional cast members include Peter Bogdanovich, Oja Kodar, Robert Random, Lilli Palmer, Edmond O’Brien, Cameron Mitchell, Mercedes McCambridge, Susan Strasberg, Norman Foster, Paul Stewart, and Dennis Hopper. "Like so many others who grew up worshipping the craft and vision of Orson Welles, this is a dream come true," said Ted Sarandos, Netflix Chief Content Officer. "The promise of being able to bring to the world this unfinished work of Welles with his true artistic intention intact, is a point of pride for me and for Netflix. Cinephiles and film enthusiasts around the world will experience the magic of Orson Welles once again or for the very first time." 'The Other Side of The Wind' was first shot by Welles beginning in 1970, but has remained unfinished. Producer Frank Marshall, who served as a Production Manager on the original production, will oversee the restoration and completion of the film. He will be joined by producer Filip Jan Rymsza, along with consultation from Peter Bogdanovich. "I can't quite believe it, but after 40 years of trying, I am so very grateful for the passion and perseverance from Netflix that has enabled us to, at long last, finally get into the cutting room to finish Orson’s last picture," said Frank Marshall. An exact release date for the completed film has not been announced yet. Other upcoming Netflix premieres include 'Iron Fist' on March 17, 'Grace and Frankie' season three on March 24, 'The Discovery' on March 31, '13 Reasons Why' on March 31, 'Mystery Science Theater 3000' on April 14, 'Sandy Wexler' on April 14, 'Girlboss' on April 21, 'Bill Nye Saves the World' on April 21, 'Dear White People' on April 28, 'Casting JonBenet' on April 28, 'Anne' on May 12, 'Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt' season three on May 19, 'War Machine' on May 26, 'House of Cards' season five on May 30, 'Orange is the New Black' season five on June 9, 'Naked' on August 11, and 'Stranger Things' season two on October 31. A current Netflix subscription starts at $10 for HD streaming and $12 for Ultra HD streaming. Source: NetflixPosted Wed Mar 15, 2017 at 11:30 AM PDT by: -
Paramount Details 'Monster Trucks' for Blu-ray[teaser]The acton comedy is racing toward Blu-ray in April. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Paramount is preparing 'Monster Trucks' for Blu-ray on April 11. Looking for any way to get away from the life and town he was born into, Tripp (Lucas Till), a high school senior, builds a Monster Truck from bits and pieces of scrapped cars. After an accident at a nearby oil-drilling site displaces a strange and subterranean creature with a taste and a talent for speed, Tripp may have just found the key to getting out of town and a most unlikely friend. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a Dolby Atmos soundtrack, and supplements will include: - Who's Driving the Monster Trucks?- The Monster in the Truck- Creating the Monster Truck- Gag Reel- Deleted Scenes- Production Diaries Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $39.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Monster Trucks' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule where it's indexed under April 11. Order the Blu-rayPosted Wed Mar 15, 2017 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
Irvin Berwick's 'Malibu High' Blu-ray Bound[teaser]The 1979 crime drama is headed for Blu-ray in 2017. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Vinegar Syndrome is working on 'Malibu High' for Blu-ray later this year. When a high school senior is dumped by her boyfriend, her grades fall drastically -- and to avoid failing, she begins seducing her male teachers. Thus begins her downward spiral into drug addiction and prostitution, and ultimately assassinations for a kingpin mob boss. No other details have been revealed at this time. You can find the latest specs for 'Malibu High' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under PENDING.Posted Wed Mar 15, 2017 at 08:00 AM PDT by:
