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Flicker Alley Preps 'Behind the Door' for Blu-ray[teaser]The 1919 silent film will arrive on Blu-ray in April. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Flicker Alley is preparing 'Behind the Door' for Blu-ray on April 4. Legendary producer Thomas H. Ince and director Irvin V. Willat made this the most outspoken of all the vengeance films according to film historian Kevin Brownlow during the period of World War I-inspired American patriotism. Hobart Bosworth stars as Oscar Krug, a working-class American, who is persecuted for his German ancestry after war is declared. Driven by patriotism, Krug enlists and goes to sea. However, tragedy strikes when his wife (Jane Novak) sneaks aboard his ship and is captured following a German U-boat attack. Krug s single-minded quest for vengeance against the sadistic German submarine commander (played with villainous fervor by Wallace Beery) leads to the film s shocking and brutal climax. This newly restored edition represents the most complete version of the film available since 1919, thanks to the collaboration of the San Francisco Silent Film Festival, the Library of Congress, and Gosfilmofond of Russia. Sourced from the only two known remaining prints and referencing a copy of Willat s original continuity script, this edition recreates the original color tinting scheme and features a new score composed and performed by Stephen Horne. Specs have not been detailed yet, but supplements will include: - Russian version of Behind the Door: The re-edited and re-titled version of the film that was distributed in Russia, with musical accompaniment by Stephen Horne- Outtakes from Behind the Door: Featuring music composed and performed by Stephen Horne- Restoring Irvin Willat s Behind the Door : A behind-the-scenes look at the restoration- Kevin Brownlow Spotlights Irvin Willat : Film historian and Honorary Academy Award® winner Kevin Brownlow spotlights director Irvin Willat- Slideshow gallery of stills and promotional material from Behind the Door- Souvenir Booklet: Featuring rare photographs and essays by film historian Jay Weissburg, film restorer Robert Byrne, and composer Stephen Horne Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $39.95. You can find the latest specs for 'Behind the Door' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under April 4. Order the Blu-rayPosted Mon Dec 19, 2016 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
'The Day the Earth Caught Fire' Bound for Blu-ray[teaser]The 60s sci-fi flick will scorch Blu-ray next year. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Cohen Media Group is preparing 'The Day the Earth Caught Fire' for Blu-ray in early 2017. A London journalist (Edward Judd) investigates the world’s increasingly ferocious weather conditions and discovers that the Earth has been knocked off its axis by extensive nuclear testing. Is the Earth doomed? Aided by a vivid depiction of the world of newspaper journalism, and extensive location shooting on the streets of London, director Val Guest delivers one of the best of all British sci-fi films and the chilling scenes of a deserted London rival those in 28 Days Later. Specs, supplements, and a suggested list price have not been detailed yet. You can find the latest specs for 'The Day the Earth Caught Fire' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under PENDING.Posted Mon Dec 19, 2016 at 08:00 AM PST by: -
'Frank & Lola' Dated for Blu-ray in February[teaser]The crime drama starring Michael Shannon and Imogen Poots is heading to Blu-ray in February. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Universal is preparing 'Frank & Lola' for Blu-ray on February 7. A seductive and intense noir romance for our times, Frank & Lola is the story of two people locked in a battle of passion and obsession. When talented chef Frank meets aspiring fashion designer Lola, he is instantly and violently in love. As the secrets of Lola's dark past are revealed, the lovers are drawn into a web of sex, jealousy and revenge. With outstanding performances from Michael Shannon and Imogen Poots, Frank & Lola is a haunting examination of love, obsession and domination that weaves a twisted yet irresistible spell. Specs and supplements have not been detailed yet. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $26.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Frank & Lola' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 7. Order the Blu-rayPosted Mon Dec 19, 2016 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
Netflix Releases Trailer for 'Sense8 - A Christmas Special,' Streaming Premiere Set for December 23[teaser]The Wachowskis' streaming series returns to Netflix next week with a Christmas special.[/teaser] Netflix has released a trailer for 'Sense8 - A Christmas Special.' The two-hour episode will start streaming on December 23. In addition, all ten episodes of the show's second season will arrive on May 5, 2017. Picking up where season one left off, Capheus (Toby Onwumere), Kala (Tina Desai), Lito (Miguel Angel Silvestre), Nomi (Jamie Clayton), Riley (Tuppence Middleton), Sun (Donna Bae), Will (Brian J. Smith) and Wolfgang (Max Riemelt) come together both physically and mentally, plunged into the middle of each other’s tragedies and triumphs. On the run from Whispers (Terrence Mann), and forced to question their very identity, it's a matter of survival as the Sensates must find a way to live with, understand and protect one another against all odds. The journey continues as these eight singular hearts and minds weave in and out of each other’s lives finding deeper connections, learning darker, more desperate secrets about one another and struggling to identify with more than just oneself. Check out the official trailer below! In addition to the new Christmas special and upcoming second season, all twelve episodes of 'Sense8' season one are now available to stream on Netflix. Other upcoming Netflix premieres include 'Travelers' on December 23, 'A Series of Unfortunate Events' on January 13, 'David Brent: Life on the Road' on February 10, and 'Iron Fist' on March 17. Likewise, the streaming platform is also prepping two new comedy specials from Chris Rock, new seasons of 'Chelsea,' 'Lady Dynamite,' and 'Real Rob,' the second season of 'Stranger Things' for 2017, the third season of 'Bloodline' for 2017, new episodes of the documentary series 'Making a Murderer,' 'Bill Nye Saves the World' for 2017, Marvel's 'The Punisher,' Marvel's 'The Defenders,' a second season of 'Luke Cage,' Spike Lee's 'She's Gotta Have It,' a feature film adaptation of the manga 'Death Note,' the final season of 'Longmire' for 2017, a new series called 'Atypical,' Duncan Jones' 'Mute,' the South Korean disaster film 'Pandora' for 2017, the Scandinavian thriller 'The Rain' for 2018, and a new series based on 'Lost in Space' for 2018. A current Netflix subscription starts at $10 for HD streaming and $12 for Ultra HD streaming. Source: NetflixPosted Fri Dec 16, 2016 at 12:45 PM PST by: -
T-Mobile Announces Free DirecTV Now Promotion for AT&T Customers[teaser]AT&T customers who switch to T-Mobile can now receive a free year of DirecTV Now.[/teaser] T-Mobile has announced the launch of a special DirecTV Now promotion. As part of the deal, AT&T Wireless customers who switch to the Un-carrier with T-Mobile ONE can now receive a free year of DirectTV's new streaming video service, DirecTV Now. "AT&T wants you to think DIRECTV is theirs exclusively, but that's a load of crap. Both DIRECTV NOW and the DIRECTV apps stream free on T-Mobile with a faster, more advanced network that covers nearly every American," said John Legere, president and CEO of T-Mobile. "AT&T is so distracted by their new businesses and DIRECTV that they continue to ignore their 110 million wireless customers. Luckily, the Un-carrier's here to show them how to actually take care of customers!" To take advantage of the promotion, AT&T customers need to activate two lines and bring their number to T-Mobile ONE. T-Mobile will then give customers a $35 monthly bill credit for 12 months to cover the monthly cost of the base DirecTV Now plan for a year – up to $420 total as long as the customer's lines remain active. DirecTV Now is a stand-alone streaming platform that provides access to a variety of live channels and on-demand content through several programming packages starting at $35 per month. Likewise, users can add HBO and Cinemax for an additional $5 each per month. Here's a rundown of current plans and pricing: - Live a Little – $35 / month (60+ channels)- Just Right – $50 / month (80+ channels)- Go Big – $60 / month (100+ channels)- Gotta Have it – $70 / month (120+ channels) DirecTV Now is available through the Amazon Fire TV and Fire TV Stick; Android mobile devices and tablets; iPhone, iPad and Apple TV; Chromecast (Android at launch; iOS in 2017); Google Cast-enabled LeEco ecotvs and VIZIO SmartCast Displays; and Internet Explorer, Chrome and Safari web browsers. In addition, the service will expand to more devices, including Roku streaming players and Roku TV models, Amazon Fire tablets, and Smart TVs from Samsung and other leading brands in 2017. New customers can receive a 7 day free trial when they sign up at www.directvnow.com and download the app from the Apple App Store or Google Play. And, as a special limited time offer, customers can also subscribe to the "Go Big" package with more than 100 channels for just $35 per month. Source: T-MobilePosted Fri Dec 16, 2016 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
Lionsgate Readies 'John Wick' for Ultra HD Blu-ray[teaser]The action-thriller will gun down Ultra HD Blu-ray in February.[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Lionsgate is preparing 'John Wick' for Ultra HD Blu-ray on Frebuary 7. When sadistic young thugs senselessly attack John Wick (Keanu Reeves)—a brilliantly lethal ex-assassin—they have no idea they've messed with the wrong guy. With New York City as his bullet-riddled playground, Wick embarks on a merciless rampage, hunting down his adversaries with the skill and ruthlessness that made him an underworld legend. The Ultra HD Blu-ray will feature 2160p video, a Dolby Atmos soundtrack, and supplements will include an Audio Commentary and Featurettes. Suggested list price for the Ultra HD Blu-ray is $22.99. You can find the latest specs for 'John Wick' linked from our Ultra HD Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 7. Order the Ultra HD Blu-rayPosted Fri Dec 16, 2016 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
'Almost Christmas' Blu-ray Dated and Detailed[teaser]The holiday flick from director David E. Talbert coming to Blu-ray next year has now been detailed. [/teaser] As previously reported, Universal is preparing 'Almost Christmas' for Blu-ray, and now the date has been set for February 7. A new comedy from writer/director David E. Talbert (Baggage Claim) and producer Will Packer (Ride Along, Think Like a Man series, This Christmas), Almost Christmas tells the festive story of a beloved patriarch who asks his family for one gift this holiday season: to get along. If they can honor that wish and spend five days under the same roof without killing one another, it will be a Christmas miracle. The combo pack will feature 1080p video, lossless 5.1 audio, and supplements include: Even More Gags; Aunt May Unplugged; Home For the Holidays; The Director Diaries; Walter Meyers' Sweet Potato Pie; My Favorite Scene Is...; Working With Actors; and Feature Commentary with Director David E. Talbert, Editor Troy Takaki and Apprentice Editor Gene Lewis Jr. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $34.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Almost Christmas' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 7. Order the Blu-rayPosted Fri Dec 16, 2016 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
'Guess Who's Coming to Dinner: 50th Anniversary Edition' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]Stanley Kramer's classic film will celebrate its 50th anniversary on Blu-ray in February. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Sony is preparing 'Guess Who's Coming to Dinner: 50th Anniversary Edition' for Blu-ray on February 7. Spencer Tracy and Katharine Hepburn (who won the Academy Award(r) for Best Actress for her performance) are unforgettable as perplexed parents in this landmark 1967 movie about mixed marriage. Joanna (Katharine Houghton), the beautiful daughter of crusading publisher Matthew Drayton (Tracy) and his patrician wife Christina (Hepburn), returns home with her new fiance John Prentice (Sidney Poitier), a distinguished black doctor. Christina accepts her daughter's decision to marry John, but Matthew is shocked by this interracial union; the doctor's parents are equally dismayed. Both families must sit down face to face and examine each other's level of intolerance. In GUESS WHO'S COMING TO DINNER, director Stanley Kramer has created a masterful study of society's prejudices. Specs and supplements have not been detailed yet. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $19.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Guess Who's Coming to Dinner: 50th Anniversary Edition' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 7. Order the Blu-rayPosted Fri Dec 16, 2016 at 08:00 AM PST by: -
Sonequa Martin-Green Joins Cast of 'Star Trek: Discovery,' Streaming Premiere Set for May 2017[teaser]The show's lead role has finally been cast.[/teaser] CBS has announced the addition of Sonequa Martin-Green ('The Walking Dead') to the cast of 'Star Trek: Discovery.' The actress is set to play the series' lead role when the show premiere on CBS All Access in May 2017. Star Trek, one of the most iconic and influential global television franchises, returns to television 50 years after it first premiered with STAR TREK: DISCOVERY. The series will feature a new ship, new characters, and new missions, while embracing the same ideology and hope for the future that inspired a generation of dreamers and doers. According to Deadline, Martin-Green will play Lt. Cmdr. Rainsford, joining previously announced cast members Doug Jones, Michelle Yeoh, Anthony Rapp, Chris Obi, Shazad Latif, and Mary Chieffo. A special premiere episode of 'Star Trek: Discovery' will air on CBS in May 2017. Following that initial broadcast, all first run episodes of the show will be available exclusively through the CBS All Access streaming platform in the US. In addition, the series will stream globally (outside of the US and Canada) through Netflix. CBS All Access offers next day streaming for new episodes of many popular shows and a library of over 8,500 on demand episodes, including content from current programs like 'Limitless' and 'Elementary,' and classic series like 'Star Trek' and 'Cheers.' Likewise, customers in more than 150 markets across the US -- including New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago and Philadelphia -- can watch live local CBS broadcasts through the app. The service is available in two subscription plans: reduced commercials for $5.99 per month or commercial-free for $9.99 per month. The commercial free option offers ad-free playback of on demand content and upcoming original shows. With that said, live streaming will still include the same commercials found in standard over-the-air broadcasts. The service is currently available through the Xbox One, PS4, Amazon Fire TV, Amazon Fire TV Stick with Voice Remote, Roku players, Roku TVs, Apple TV, Chromecast, Xbox 360, and Windows 10, iOS and Android products. New customers can sign up for a one week free trial now at https://www.cbs.com/allaccess. Source: DeadlinePosted Fri Dec 16, 2016 at 06:30 AM PST by: -
Vernon Zimmerman's 'Teen Witch' Blu-ray Supplements Revealed[teaser]The 1989 romantic comedy will cast a spell on Blu-ray next year. [/teaser] As previously reported, Kino says 'Teen Witch' will arrive on Blu-ray sometime in the new year. Romance is the most powerful spell of all...or so one teenager learns in this fun teen fantasy starring Robyn Lively (Chicago Hope), Zelda Rubinstein (the Poltergeist trilogy), Dan Gauthier (Beverly Hills, 90210) and Dick Sargent (Bewitched). Filled with sweet-natured comedy and supernatural appeal, Teen Witch will work its magic on you! Louise (Lively) is a shy misfit with a huge crush on -- and no chance of dating - Brad (Gauthier), the hunky star of the high school football team. And when Louise discovers on her 16th birthday that she's descended from Salem witches, she uses her newfound powers to become the most popular girl on campus! But when sparks fly between her and Brad, how can she be sure it's true love-and that he's not simply spellbound? Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements include: Audio commentary with stars Robyn Lively, Joshua Miller, Dan Gauthier and Mandy Ingber; On camera interviews with stars Lively, Gauthier, Ingber, and Lisa Fuller; On camera interview with the Weir Brothers; Original Trailer. You can find the latest specs for 'Teen Witch' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under PENDING.Posted Fri Dec 16, 2016 at 06:00 AM PST by:
