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Crackle Debuts Teaser for 'Snatch' Streaming Series Starring Rupert Grint[teaser]The new show inspired by the Guy Ritchie film will start streaming in March.[/teaser] Crackle has released a teaser trailer for its upcoming original streaming series, 'Snatch.' The show stars Rupert Grint and is an adaptation of the cult film of the same name directed by Guy Ritchie. The cult classic film Snatch is now a high-stakes, high-octane Crackle Original Series. Get in on the action, gangster mentality, heists and rapid-fire dialogue that earned the original movie a shite-load of fans. Snatch streams free on Crackle March 16. Starring Rupert Grint (Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets), Luke Pasqualino (Battlestar Gallactica: Blood & Chrome), Lucien Laviscourt (The Bye Bye Man), Marc Warren (Wanted, Hustle), Stephanie Leonidas (American Gothic), Phoebe Dynevor (Waterloo Road), Juliet Aubrey (The Infiltrator, The Constant Gardener), Tamer Hassan (Layer Cake, Kick-Ass), Dougray Scott (Mission: Impossible III, Taken 3) and Ed Westwick (Gossip Girl). Check out the teaser trailer below! In addition to starring, Rupert Grint also serves as an executive producer for the show. Likewise, Nick Renton ('The Musketeers,' 'Jericho') is on board to direct with Alex De Rakoff serving as an additional executive producer, and Helen Flint as a producer for Little Island Productions. Crackle is a free digital entertainment network that offers movies, TV shows, and original content. Other Crackle original series include 'StartUp,' 'The Art of More,' 'Chosen,' 'Cleaners,' 'Sequestered,' and Jerry Seinfeld's 'Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee.' With that said, past and future episodes of 'Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee' will be moving exclusively to Netflix in late 2017. Crackle is available on Xbox One, Xbox 360, PS3, PS4, PlayStation TV, PSVita, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Chromecast, Roku, Android devices, and more. Source: CracklePosted Fri Feb 3, 2017 at 06:30 AM PST by: -
Gus Van Sant's 'Psycho' Checks into Blu-ray[teaser]The 1998 shot-for-shot remake of Alfred Hitchcock's classic is headed for Blu-ray in May. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Scream Factory is working on 'Psycho' for Blu-ray on May 9. Criminal on the run, Marion Crane (Anne Heche) take refuge at the motel operated by Norman Bates (Vince Vaughn) – a troubled man whose victims encounter a grisly fate at the hands of his "mother." Marion soon becomes the next victim and her disappearance prompts inquiries from her sister (Julianne Moore) and a private investigator (William H. Macy). They both soon discover the morbid bond linking Norman to his mysterious "mother" at the Bates Motel. Relive the terror in acclaimed director Gus Van Sant's all-new version of Alfred Hitchcock's masterpiece of suspense...PSYCHO. No other details have been revealed at this time. You can find the latest specs for 'Psycho' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under May 9.Posted Thu Feb 2, 2017 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
BenQ Releases SW320 4K HDR Monitor, Price Set for $1,399[teaser]The new display is geared toward professional photo editing.[/teaser] BenQ has announced the release of its latest monitor, the SW320. The flagship photography monitor offers advanced color accuracy features and HDR support. "Image quality is everything. Photographers need to be able to see every single detail down to the pixel," said J.Y. Hu, vice president, business line management at BenQ America Corp. "Our new SW320 delivers plenty of screen real estate, the widest possible color gamut, and calibration tools that ensure accuracy right out of the box. Professionals will love how seamless and efficient working on the SW320 makes their photo editing sessions." The SW320 features a 31.5-inch true 10-bit IPS panel with an Ultra HD resolution of 3840x2160. In addition, the display offers support for high dynamic range (HDR) and wide color gamuts, including 99% of Adobe RGB and 100% of sRGB, Rec. 709, and the digital cinema industry's DCI-P3 color spaces. Likewise, the unit includes Technicolor Color Certification, a Brightness uniformity function, a Palette Master Element Color Calibration option, BenQ's Eye-Care technology, GamutDuo and Advanced Black and White modes, an advanced 14-bit lookup table (LUT) and Delta-E value of d 2. A media card reader, USB 3.0 ports, HDMI 2.0a, and DisplayPort/miniDisplayPort 1.4 supporting Mac Thunderbolt output are integrated as well. Finally, the SW320 also features a detachable shading hood to reduce screen glare from ambient lighting. The BenQ SW320 is now available for a suggested retail price of $1,399. Beyond the new monitor, BenQ also recently released its new HT1070 1080p Home Theater projector ($699). An optional full HD wireless kit WDP01 ($299) is also available for transmitting wireless uncompressed Full HD video and audio to the projector. Source: BenQ via TWICEPosted Thu Feb 2, 2017 at 11:15 AM PST by: -
Netflix Acquires Joe Piscatella's Documentary 'Joshua: Teenager vs. Superpower'[teaser]The documentary film will hit Netflix later this year.[/teaser] Netflix has acquired the worldwide rights to director Joe Piscatella's 'Joshua: Teenager vs. Superpower.' The critically acclaimed documentary recently had its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival. When the Chinese Communist Party threatens its promise of autonomy to Hong Kong, teenager Joshua Wong decides to save his homeland. Rallying thousands of kids to skip school and occupy the streets, Joshua becomes an unlikely leader in Hong Kong and one of China’s most notorious dissidents. A remarkable portrait of courage, resilience and youthful idealism, Joshua: Teenager vs. Superpower demonstrates how one young man mortgages his own future to try and save his city. "Joshua: Teenager vs. Superpower is a filmmaking triumph," says Lisa Nishimura, Netflix VP of Original Documentaries. "Piscatella has woven together the complex and inspirational story of an unlikely activist, whose acts of bravery and conviction need to be seen around the world. In an era where we are witnessing heightened civic participation and freedom of expression, we are pleased to offer a global platform for audiences to engage on these issues." An exact release date has not been announced yet, but the movie is set to start streaming globally through Netflix later this year. Other upcoming Netflix premieres include 'Santa Clarita Diet' on February 3, 'David Brent: Life on the Road' on February 10, 'I Don't Feel at Home in This World Anymore' on February 24, a new Amy Schumer comedy special on March 7, 'Love' season two on March 10, 'Iron Fist' on March 17, 'The Discovery' on March 31, '13 Reasons Why' on March 31, 'Sandy Wexler' on April 14, and 'House of Cards' season five on May 30. A current Netflix subscription starts at $10 for HD streaming and $12 for Ultra HD streaming. Source: NetflixPosted Thu Feb 2, 2017 at 10:45 AM PST by: -
Walter Hill's 'Streets of Fire: Collector's Edition' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The 1984 cult classic is set to arrive on Blu-ray this spring. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Shout Factory is preparing 'Streets of Fire: Collector's Edition' for Blu-ray sometime in May. Amid a brooding rock & roll landscape, the Bombers motorcycle gang, led by the vicious Raven Shaddock (Willem Dafoe), kidnap diva Ellen Aim (Diane Lane). Her hope for rescue lies with unlikely heroes: soldier of fortune Tom Cody (Michael Pare) and his sidekick, the two-fisted beer-guzzling, McCoy (Amy Madigan). Joined by Ellen's manager, Billy Fish (Rick Moranis), the trio plunges headfirst into a world of rain-splattered streets, hot cars, and deadly assassins. This cult hit features a razor-sharp cast and original songs written by Stevie Nicks, Tom Petty and Ry Cooder and performed by such greats as The Blasters and The Fixx. Streets of Fire is a rock & roll shotgun blast to the senses. No other details have been released at this time. You can find the latest specs for 'Streets of Fire: Collector's Edition' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under PENDING.Posted Thu Feb 2, 2017 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
Arrow Video Reveals April 2017 Blu-ray Titles[teaser]The distributor has revealed its upcoming slate of April releases, including Richard Kelly's 'Donnie Darko.'[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Arrow Video is preparing 'Caltiki the Immortal Monster,' 'Wolf Guy,' 'Django, Prepare a Coffin,' and 'Donnie Darko' for Blu-ray throughout the month of April. 'Caltiki the Immortal Monster' (April 11) - Arrow Video presents a collaboration between two giants of Italian cult cinema Riccardo Freda (The Vampires, The Horrible Dr Hichcock) and Mario Bava (5 Dolls for an August Moon, Blood and Black Lace)! A team of archaeologists led by Dr John Fielding (John Merivale, Circus of Horrors) descends on the ruins of an ancient Mayan city to investigate the mysterious disappearance of its inhabitants. However, the luckless explorers get more than they bargained for when their investigation of a sacrificial pool awakens the monster that dwells beneath its waters the fearsome and malevolent god Caltiki. Though Riccardo Freda received sole directing credit, a significant portion of the film was in fact the work of Mario Bava, who also served as its cinematographer and was responsible its striking special effects. Drawing on a diverse array of influences, from The Quatermass Experiment to the works of HP Lovecraft, Caltiki the Immortal Monster is a unique and unforgettable sci-fi chiller which showcases these two legendary filmmakers at their most inventive. Presented here for the first time in a newly restored high definition transfer, Caltiki shines and terrifies! like never before. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, lossless Italian and English mono soundtracks, and supplements will include: - New audio commentary by Tim Lucas, author of Mario Bava: All the Colors of the Dark- New audio commentary by Troy Howarth, author of The Haunted World of Mario Bava and So Deadly, So Perverse: 50 Years of Italian Giallo Films- From Quatermass to Caltiki, a new discussion with author and critic Kim Newman on the influence of classic monster movies on Caltiki- Riccardo Freda, Forgotten Master, an archival interview with critic Stefano Della Casa- The Genesis of Caltiki, an archival interview with filmmaker Luigi Cozzi- Archival introduction to the film by Stefano Della Casa- Alternate opening titles for the US version- Reversible sleeve featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Graham Humphreys- FIRST PRESSING ONLY: Illustrated collector s booklet featuring new writing by Kat Ellinger and Roberto Curti Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $39.95. Order the Blu-ray 'Django, Prepare a Coffin' (April 11) - Django the drifter returns in this classic sixties Spaghetti Western from Ferdinando Baldi (Texas Addio, Comin At Ya!), starring Terence Hill (They Call Me Trinity) as the wandering gunslinger, hired as executioner to a corrupt local politician who is framing innocent men, sending them to hang in an evil scheme to take hold of their land. But Django has other ideas and, cleverly faking the deaths of the condemned men, he assembles them into a loyal gang who ll help him take down the boss, a man who had a hand in the death of Django s wife years before. Thrill as Django gets his bloody revenge with a hail of bullets in this classic from a series of B-movie western that helped to define a genre. Prepare your coffin now! The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, Italian and English uncompressed 2.0 soundtracks, and supplements will include: - Django Explained A new interview with Spaghetti Western expert and author Kevin Grant- Original Trailer- FIRST PRESSING ONLY: Illustrated collector s booklet by critic and Spaghetti Western expert Howard Hughes Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.95. Order the Blu-ray 'Donnie Darko' (April 18) - Fifteen years before Stranger Things, Richard Kelly set the template and the high-water mark with his debut feature, Donnie Darko. Initially beset with distribution problems, it would slowly find its audience and emerge as arguably the first cult classic of the new millennium. Donnie is a troubled high school student: in therapy, prone to sleepwalking and in possession of an imaginary friend, a six-foot rabbit named Frank, who tells him the world is going to end in 28 days 06 hours 42 minutes and 12 seconds. During that time he will navigate teenage life, narrowly avoid death in the form of a falling jet engine, follow Frank's maladjusted instructions and try to maintain the space-time continuum. Described by its director as ''The Catcher in the Rye as told by Philip K. Dick'', Donnie Darko combines an eye-catching, eclectic cast pre-stardom Jake and Maggie Gyllenhaal, heartthrob Patrick Swayze, former child star Drew Barrymore, Oscar nominees Mary McDonnell and Katharine Ross, and ER star Noah Wyle and an evocative soundtrack of 80s classics by Echo and the Bunnymen, Tears for Fears and Duran Duran. This brand-new 4K restoration, carried out exclusively for this release by Arrow Films, allows a modern classic to finally receive the home video treatment it deserves. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video sourced from brand new 4K restorations of both the Theatrical Cut and the Director's Cut, a DTS-HD MA 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: - Audio commentary by writer-director Richard Kelly and actor Jake Gyllenhaal on the Theatrical Cut- Audio commentary by Kelly, producer Sean McKittrick and actors Drew Barrymore, Jena Malone, Beth Grant, Mary McDonnell, Holmes Osborne, Katharine Ross and James Duval on the Theatrical Cut- Audio commentary by Kelly and filmmaker Kevin Smith on the Director's Cut- Deus ex Machina: The Philosophy of Donnie Darko, a brand-new documentary by Ballyhoo Motion Pictures on the making of Donnie Darko, containing interviews with writer-director Richard Kelly, producer Sean McKittrick, director of photography Steven Poster, editor Sam Bauer, composer Michael Edwards, costume designer April Ferry, actor James Duval and critic Rob Galluzzo- The Goodbye Place, Kelly's 1996 short film, which anticipates some of the themes and ideas of his feature films- The Donnie Darko Production Diary, an archival documentary charting the film's production with optional commentary by cinematographer Steven Poster- Twenty deleted and alternate scenes with optional commentary by Kelly- Archive interviews with Kelly, actors Jake Gyllenhaal, Jena Malone, Drew Barrymore, James Duval, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Holmes Osborne, Noah Wyle and Katharine Ross, producers Sean McKittrick, Nancy Juvonen, Hunt Lowry and Casey La Scala, and cinematographer Steven Poster- Three archive featurettes: They Made Me Do It, They Made Me Do It Too and #1 Fan: A Darkomentary- Storyboard comparisons- B-roll footage- Cunning Visions infomercials- Music video: Mad World by Gary Jules- Galleries- Trailers- TV spots- Exclusive collector's book containing new writing by Nathan Rabin, Anton Bitel and Jamie Graham, an in-depth interview with Richard Kelly, introduction by Jake Gyllenhaal and contemporary coverage, illustrated with original stills and promotional materials- Limited edition packaging featuring new artwork by Candice Tripp Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $49.95. Order the Blu-ray 'Wolf Guy' (April 25) - Shinichi ''Sonny'' Chiba is a martial arts ''manimal'' in the ultra-70's, 100% bizarre mixture of horror, action and sci-fi that is Wolf Guy, one of the rarest and most sought-after cult films produced by Japan's Toei Studio. Based on a manga by Kazumasa Hirai (creator of 8 Man), and never before released outside of Japan, it's a genre film classic waiting to be discovered and a completely unclassifiable trip into phantasmagoric funk. Chiba stars as Akira Inugami, the only survivor of a clan of ancient werewolves who relies on his supernatural powers to solve mysterious crimes. After a series of bloody killings perpetrated by an unseen force, Inugami uncovers a conspiracy involving a murdered cabaret singer, corrupt politicians, and a plot by the J-CIA to harvest his blood in order to steal his lycanthropic powers! At the same time, Inugami also discovers the truth behind his family heritage, and that he may not be the last of his kind. Directed by B-movie genius Kazuhiko Yamaguchi (Sister Streetfighter, Wandering Ginza Butterfly, Karate Bear Fighter), Wolf Guy truly is one-of-a-kind, with Chiba in full effect as the part-man, part-wolf, all-karate action hero and a collection of familiar 1970's Toei actors in support. Violence, action, nudity, real surgical footage, and a psychedelic musical score all work together to create an unforgettable trip to the heights of Japanese cinematic weirdness. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a Japanese uncompressed mono soundtrack, and supplements will include: - New video interview with actor Shinichi "Sonny" Chiba- New video interview with director Kazuhiko Yamaguchi- New video interview with producer Tatsu Yoshida- Reversible sleeve featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Wes Benscoter- FIRST PRESSING ONLY: Illustrated collector s booklet featuring new writing on the film by Patrick Macias and a history of Japanese monster movie mashups by Jasper Sharp Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $39.95. Order the Blu-ray You can find the latest specs for all of the titles listed above linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where they're indexed throughout April.Posted Thu Feb 2, 2017 at 08:00 AM PST by: -
'Monster Trucks' Blu-ray & Ultra HD Blu-ray Pre-Orders Live[teaser]The acton comedy is racing toward Blu-ray and Ultra HD Blu-ray.[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Paramount is preparing 'Monster Trucks' for Blu-ray and Ultra HD Blu-ray. 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. Specs and supplements have not been detailed yet. 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 and our Ultra HD Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under PENDING. Order the Ultra HD Blu-ray Order the Blu-rayPosted Thu Feb 2, 2017 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
'3 Classic Films by Claude Chabrol' Dated for Blu-ray[teaser]The three film collection will arrive on Blu-ray in February.[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Cohen Film Collection is preparing '3 Classic Films by Claude Chabrol' for Blu-ray on February 21. The three film collection will include 'Betty,' 'The Swindle,' and 'The Torment (L'Enfer).' Cohen Film Collection is proud to present for the first time in HD, a collection of films by Claude Chabrol, one of the most prolific and widely respected of French film directors. As one of the prime instigators of the French New Wave, Chabrol directed lean narrative films whose keenly observed realism typically drew inspiration from the suspense film and psychological thriller. 'Betty' - Alone and drunk, Betty, is led to a Paris restaurant by a stranger. Here, she meets an older woman, Laure, with whom she strikes up an instant rapport. The two women seem to have suffered the same lot in their lives. Laure takes Betty back to her hotel and helps to cure the young woman of her depression and alcoholism. Little by little, Betty pieces together her recent history and realizes that perhaps her life is not worth living. The she meets Mario, Laure’s lover... 'The Swindle' - Betty and Victor tour quietly around France in their motor home living safely on part-time swindles…until they become involved in a scam with high stakes and international implications. Chabrol’s 50th film is a deft and entertaining thriller. 'The Torment (L'Enfer)' - Paul (François Cluzet) has just bought a charming waterfront hotel in the heart of France. In debt for the next ten years, he sets to work with his beautiful new wife, Nelly (Emmanuelle Béart). The life of the young couple resembles a dream come true until Paul’s suspicions and jealousy get the best of him. His increasing obsession turns into madness that ends in a tragedy. Specs and supplements have not been announced yet. Suggested list price for the 3-Disc Blu-ray is $49.99. You can find the latest specs for '3 Classic Films by Claude Chabrol' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 21. Order the Blu-rayPosted Wed Feb 1, 2017 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
J.A. Bayona's 'A Monster Calls' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The fantasy film is coming to Blu-ray in March.[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Universal is preparing 'A Monster Calls' for Blu-ray on March 28. 12-year-old Conor O’Malley’s (Lewis MacDougall) life has taken a dark turn. His mother (Felicity Jones) has taken ill; he now lives with his grandmother (Sigourney Weaver), who is less than sympathetic; and he is tortured by bullies at school. The only thing Conor can turn to is his artwork, which creates a world for him to escape. Late at night, Conor unexpectedly conjures a 40-foot-high monster (voiced by Liam Neeson), who comes every evening to tell him stories. It is through these stories that Conor learns to see the world in a completely different way in this visually-spectacular film from director J.A. Bayona. Specs have not been announced yet, but supplements will include: - Deleted Scenes- The Making of A Monster Calls- Making of the Tales- English Feature Commentary with Writer Patrick Ness- Spanish Feature Commentary with Director J.A. Bayona Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $34.98. You can find the latest specs for 'A Monster Calls' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under March 28. Order the Blu-rayPosted Wed Feb 1, 2017 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
Pioneer Announces SX-S30 Slim 2-Channel Network Receiver with Hi-Res Audio Support[teaser]The new AV receiver offers a slim design and hi-res audio playback.[/teaser] Pioneer has announced the release of its latest AV component. The SX-S30 Slim 2-Channel Network Receiver is on sale now for a suggested price of $500. The SX-S30 offers 85W/ch (4 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 1.0 %, 1ch Driven) and uses powerful Class D amplification. In addition, the device features a slim, compact design making it perfect for customers with limited space. Likewise, the receiver includes support for MP3, AAC, AIFF, Apple Lossless, FLAC, and WAV files to a maximum 192 kHz/24-bit, along with 2.8 MHz/5.6 MHz DSD hi-res Audio playback. Here's a full rundown of key specs and features per the press release: - Bluetooth®, AirPlay® and dual-band 5 GHz/2.4 GHz Wi-Fi®, and the SX-S30 can be configured to wake and commence playback on Bluetooth® standby mode - Whole home audio and casting made possible through several options, including Chromecast built-in™, DTS Play-Fi® technology and FireConnect™ - Supports all the popular internet subscription options including Spotify® Connect application which allows the use of other apps without interrupting music playback, as well as TIDAL, Deezer and Pandora® - The ELITE SX-S30 also includes a host of legacy connections like analog RCA and coaxial/optical digital inputs, along with a phono input with MM equalizer to facilitate turntable connection, and a USB input that supports playback of a variety of music formats, including hi-res audio that are stored on USB memory devices. - There are four 4K/60p Ultra HD-ready HDMI® inputs capable of playing High Dynamic Range and BT.2020-encoded video, and routes signals to a compatible TV via a single HDMI cable. - The HDMI output features Audio Return Channel with CEC/CEC Multilink. Your home entertainment system can be configured to switch on amplify any TV content with fewer button-presses. - The ELITE SX-S30 has an integrated FM tuner (antenna included) with 40 memory pre-sets. The RDS function displays song and program information. - Pioneer’s proprietary MCACC technology measures the acoustic characteristics of the environment and how sound interacts with it. The system compensates for phase, reverb, speaker size and distance, and speaker output, and includes 4-Band EQ for subwoofer with Phase Control technology. MCACC then ensures that sounds of all frequencies arrive simultaneously so the listener is presented with a clear and accurate audio image. - Pioneer Remote App facilitates streaming of any audio stored on smartphones, PCs, and media servers. With Spotify Connect and TuneIn built into the GUI, access to almost any music or internet radio programming is easy through the app, or navigate content through the TV display. Source: PioneerPosted Wed Feb 1, 2017 at 09:30 AM PST by:
