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Netflix Reveals Second Trailer for 'A Series of Unfortunate Events' Starring Neil Patrick Harris[teaser]Count Olaf will arrive on Netflix in January.[/teaser] Netflix has released a second trailer for its latest original show, 'A Series of Unfortunate Events.' The series stars Neil Patrick Harris and is set to premiere exclusively through Netflix on January 13. Based on the internationally best-selling series of books by Lemony Snicket (aka Daniel Handler) and starring Emmy and Tony Award winner Neil Patrick Harris, A Series of Unfortunate Events recounts the tragic tale of the Baudelaire orphans -- Violet, Klaus, and Sunny – whose evil guardian Count Olaf will stop at nothing to get his hands on their inheritance. The siblings must outsmart Olaf at every turn, foiling his many devious plans and disguises, in order to discover clues to their parents' mysterious death. The eight-episode series is a Netflix original production, executive produced by Emmy Award winner Barry Sonnenfeld and Daniel Handler, and premieres January 13, 2017 only on Netflix. Check out the new trailer below! 'A Series of Unfortunate Events' also stars Patrick Warburton (Lemony Snicket), Joan Cusack (Justice Strauss), Malina Weissman (Violet Baudelaire), and Louis Hynes (Klaus Baudelaire). Other upcoming Netflix premieres include 'Fuller House' season two on December 9, 'Barry' on December 16, 'Gabriel lglesias: I'm Sorry For What I Said When I Was Hungry' on December 20, 'Travelers' on December 23, 'David Brent: Life on the Road' on February 10, and 'Iron Fist' on March 17. Likewise, the streaming platform is also prepping 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,' Spike Lee's 'She's Gotta Have It,' and a feature film adaptation of the manga 'Death Note.' A current Netflix subscription starts at $10 for HD streaming and $12 for Ultra HD streaming. Source: NetflixPosted Wed Dec 7, 2016 at 07:45 AM PST by: -
Motor Trend OnDemand Debuts Mike Musto's 'The House of Muscle'[teaser]The automotive SVOD/OTT service has added a new streaming show.[/teaser] TEN: The Enthusiast Network has announced the premiere of its latest Motor Trend OnDemand series, Mike Musto's 'The House of Muscle.' The first episode premiered on December 1. The House of Muscle takes a deep look inside the world's continued obsession with muscle cars. Each month, the show's host, YouTube sensation Mike Musto, will travel the U.S. and beyond showcasing how these automobiles—and their die-hard owners—help shape the face of today’s automotive culture. Every car has a past, and every owner a story. From homebuilt customs to priceless rolling works of art, Musto not only profiles the cars and their place in history, he takes these amazing machines on a no-holds-barred testdrive. The first few episodes will take viewers on a 2,500-mile road trip from Los Angeles to Detroit via lots of Dodge muscle cars—and one very special van. Then, Musto will introduce you to a one-off private fleet of Chevy Novas before getting behind the wheel of an old-school Plymouth Belvedere, which just may be the world’s greatest Q car/street sleeper. "We have created a show for muscle car fans around the world that showcases old and new muscle cars and what they mean to their often-fanatical owners," says Musto. "I’m excited to welcome viewers to join us as we explore The House of Muscle." The Motor Sport OnDemand service offers more than 1,500 hours of automotive content, including original programming, motorsports, and historical archives. Likewise, Motor Trend OnDemand provides exclusive first-look access, bonus episodes, and behind-the-scenes footage from its popular lineup of original programming like 'Roadkill,' 'Head 2 Head,' 'Dirt Every Day,' 'Ignition,' 'Hot Rod Garage,' and more. Motor Trend OnDemand is available as a standalone app for Xbox One, Xbox 360, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Roku, and Android devices, as well as the web. Likewise, the service is also available as an add-on subscription for Amazon Prime members. Sources: Motor Trend OnDemandPosted Wed Dec 7, 2016 at 07:15 AM PST by: -
Shawn Crahan's 'Officer Downe' Headed for Blu-ray[teaser]An undead Kim Coates will protect and serve Blu-ray in February. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Magnolia says 'Officer Downe' will arrive on Blu-ray on February 28. Adapted from the 2010 graphic novel by Joe Casey and Chris Burnham, Officer Downe concocts a hyper-real Los Angeles for the story of a savage LA policeman who is repeatedly resurrected and returned to active duty via dark science technology. When a rookie officer named Gable is recruited as back up, he discovers there's much more to the titular super-cop than a mindless law enforcement drone warring against a twisted rouges gallery of over-the-top super-villains. No other details have been revealed at this time. You can find the latest specs for 'Etoile' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under February 28.Posted Wed Dec 7, 2016 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
Google Play Expands Lineup with New 4K Ultra HD Movie Selection[teaser]Several movie titles are now available in Ultra HD.[/teaser] Google Play Movies has announced the launch of 4K content support. Starting today, customers in the US and Canada can now purchase select films in Ultra HD. The initial lineup of Google Play Movies in 4K offers more than 125 titles, including films like 'Ghostbusters,' 'Man of Steel,' '10 Cloverfield Lane,' 'The Amazing Spider-Man,' and 'Star Trek Beyond.' Ultra HD Google Play Movies are streamed using the VP9 codec. Users can now buy 4K titles through their Android devices or on the web and stream them to their Chromecast Ultra, Sony Bravia Android TV, or Xiaomi Mi Box 3. In addition, customers who buy a new Chromecast Ultra can also receive a free 4K movie (choose from select titles, including 'Ghostbusters' and 'Captain Phillips'). The Chromecast Ultra offers support for 4K, HDR (high dynamic range) and Dolby Vision content, offering playback for videos with Ultra HD resolution, expanded colors, and enhanced contrast. Google's Chromecast Ultra is now available for $69 from retailers like Best Buy, Google Store, Target, and Walmart in the US. Beyond new 4K Ultra HD content, Google Play Movies and TV also recently launched support for the Daydream VR platform. With Google Play Movies and TV for Daydream, users can now watch all their Google Play library content in a virtual cinema using the Daydream View headset. The Daydream View is made with flexible and soft breathable fabrics, allowing the device to be 30% lighter than similar products while providing added comfort. To use the headset, customers need a Daydream-ready smartphone (like the Google Pixel). The Daydream View is now available for $79. Finally, the Google Play Movies and TV App has also expanded support to 2016 Samsung Smart TVs. Source: GooglePosted Tue Dec 6, 2016 at 01:30 PM PST by: -
'Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them' Blu-ray & Ultra HD Blu-ray Pre-Orders Live[teaser]The 'Harry Potter' spinoff is heading to Blu-ray and Ultra HD Blu-ray.[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Bros. is preparing 'Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them' for Blu-ray, Blu-ray 3D, and Ultra HD Blu-ray. In addition, an Amazon Exclusive Blu-ray with Niffler figurine will also be available. 'Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them' opens in 1926 as Newt Scamander has just completed a global excursion to find and document an extraordinary array of magical creatures. Arriving in New York for a brief stopover, he might have come and gone without incident…were it not for a No-Maj (American for Muggle) named Jacob, a misplaced magical case, and the escape of some of Newt’s fantastic beasts, which could spell trouble for both the wizarding and No-Maj worlds. Specs and supplements have not been detailed yet. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $35.99. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray 3D is $44.95. Suggested list price for the Ultra HD Blu-ray is 44.95. Suggested list price for the Amazon Exclusive Blu-ray is $99.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them' 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-ray Order the Blu-ray 3D Order the Amazon Exclusive Blu-rayPosted Tue Dec 6, 2016 at 01:00 PM PST by: -
'Robocop 2' and 'RoboCop 3' Collector's Edition Blu-rays Announced[teaser]Both Blu-ray releases will be available in March. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Shout Factory is working on 'Robocop 2: Collector's Edition' and 'Robocop 3: Collector's Edition' for Blu-ray on March 21. RoboCop 2 pits two unstoppable cyborgs against each other in a battle to the death! When Detroit's decent into chaos is further compounded by a police department strike and a new designer drug called "Nuke," only RoboCop can stop the mayhem. But in his way are an evil corporation that profits from Motor City crime and a bigger and tougher cyborg with a deadly directive: Take out RoboCop. Containing the latest gadgetry and weaponry as well as the mind of the madman who designed "Nuke," this new cyborg isn't just more sophisticated than his predecessor... he's psychotic and out of control! And it's going to take everything RoboCop has – maybe even his life – to save Detroit from complete and utter anarchy. Starring Peter Weller, Belinda Bauer, John Glover, Nancy Allen, and Dan O'Herlihy. Robocop 3 - He's Back… To Lay Down the Law! It's Megacop vs. Megacorp when Detroit's cyborg crime-fighter hits the streets to protect the innocent – this time from corporate greed! When the ruthless corporation that runs Motor City begins kicking families out of their homes to clear space for a profitable new real estate project, RoboCop (Robert John Burke, 2 Guns, Limitless) joins with a renegade band of freedom fighters to save them. But RoboCop must face some deadly foes, including a lethally efficient android and a dangerous gang of thugs. RoboCop's latest arsenal of high-tech weaponry only somewhat evens the battlefield, as this lone superhero takes on the entire army of corporate militia in an all-out war to control Detroit! This last film in the trilogy is directed by cult filmmaker Fred Dekker (The Monster Squad, Night of the Creeps). Starring Robert John Burke, Rip Torn, Mako, John Castle, and CCH Pounder. No other details have been revealed at this time. You can find the latest specs for 'Robocop 2: Collector's Edition' and 'Robocop 3: Collector's Edition' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under March 21.Posted Tue Dec 6, 2016 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
Marantz Details New Reference Series SA-10 SACD Player/DAC and PM-10 Amplifier[teaser]Two new audio components have been revealed.[/teaser] Marantz has announced the latest additions to its home audio lineup. The SA-10 SACD/CD player/DAC and PM-10 amplifier are part of the company's Premium 10 series, offering top of the line performance that Marantz simply describes as "The New Reference." The SA-10 serves as a successor to the previously released SA-7, providing several new features. The device can play SACD, CD, DVD-R/RW and CD-R/RW discs, including high-resolution audio stored on either CD or DVD recordable media through its specially designed SACD-M3 disc drive. In addition, the player is also a state-of-the-art digital-to-analog converter which uses unique technology to extract every last nuance from digital music files through discs and external sources connected to the player’s digital inputs. The tech is called Marantz Musical Mastering, a brand-new two-stage process (MMM-Conversion and MMM-Stream) that actually upconverts the audio to DSD256 -- allowing the device to be the first player/USB converter without a traditional DAC. Senior Electronics Engineer Rainer Finck has been working on Marantz Reference CD players for two decades, and was central to the SA-10 project. According to Rainer "As I was one of the Philips engineers way back in the late 80s, and worked on the company’s Bitstream converters – the last one was the DAC-7 – we could draw on all this knowledge to build our own bitstream converter for the SA-10." Meanwhile, the PM-10 is an integrated amplifier with an all-analog design, and a dual-mono construction with switching power amplification to deliver 200Wpc into 8ohms, and 400Wpc into 4ohms. In addition, the device uses Marantz's Hyper-Dynamic Amplifier Modules (or HDAMs) for superior sound quality. Likewise, the PM-10 includes separate power supplies for the preamplifier and each of the power amplifier channels, along with a dedicated supply for the microprocessor controlling volume adjustment, input selection, and other components. The Marantz SA-10 SACD/CD player/DAC ($6,999) and PM-10 amplifier ($7,999) are expected to start shipping in January. Source: MarantzPosted Tue Dec 6, 2016 at 11:15 AM PST by: -
Jaco Van Dormael's 'The Brand New Testament' Blu-ray Bound[teaser]The 2015 comedy-drama is headed to Blu-ray in March. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Music Box Films is working on 'The Brand New Testament' for Blu-ray on March 7. The Brand New Testament begins with one simple conceit: God exists, and He's a jerk. He lives in a high-rise apartment in Brussels and never gets out of His pajamas. He takes sadistic delight in dreaming up new "laws" to torment humanity, and He's a petty tyrant to his wife and ten year-old daughter, Ea. Like her brother before her, Ea has had enough of her Father's abuse and when she spies the right opportunity, she hacks into His computer and leaks to the entire world—by text message—the only thing He has over them: their inevitable death date. Ea, after escaping and with her Father in pursuit, gathers apostles and writes her own New Testament to try to fix the mess her Father has made of humanity. Her six apostles —a one-armed woman, a sex maniac, a killer, a woman who has been left by her husband, an office worker, and a gender dysphoric child—learn to celebrate life and love, and provide us with Jaco Van Dormael's dark, witty and eccentric answer to the loaded question: what would you do if you knew exactly how much time you had left to live? You can find the latest specs for 'The Brand New Testament' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under March 7.Posted Tue Dec 6, 2016 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
Peter Del Monte's 'Etoile' Blu-ray Dated[teaser]The 1989 fantasy-thriller starring Jennifer Connelly is planned for Blu-ray in 2017. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Scorpion Releasing is preparing 'Etoile' for Blu-ray in the new year. The beautiful American ballerina Claire Hamilton (Jennifer Connelly) travels to Hungary to join a prestigious ballet school. The school is haunted by the spirit of a ballerina that died in a carriage accident that possesses Claire. Cinematography by Acácio de Almeida (Raoul Ruiz's Vanishing Point). Soundtrack by Jürgen Knieper (Wim Wender's Wings of Desire, The American Friend). NEW 2K REMASTER. You can find the latest specs for 'Etoile' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under PENDING.Posted Tue Dec 6, 2016 at 08:00 AM PST by: -
'Planet Earth II' Blu-ray & Ultra HD Blu-ray Pre-Orders Live[teaser]The documentary series is heading to Blu-ray and Ultra HD Blu-ray.[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, BBC is preparing 'Planet Earth II' for Blu-ray and Ultra HD Blu-ray. Travelling through jungles, deserts, mountains, islands, grasslands and cities, Planet Earth II explores the unique characteristics of Earth's most iconic habitats and the extraordinary ways animals survive within them. New technology has allowed individual stories to be captured in an unparalleled level of detail and for the first time viewers will be immersed in incredible landscapes and share the most dramatic moments in the lives of animals. From spellbinding wildlife spectacle to intimate encounters, Planet Earth II will take you closer than ever before. Specs and supplements have not been detailed yet. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $49.99. Suggested list price for the Ultra HD Blu-ray is 59.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Planet Earth II' 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 Tue Dec 6, 2016 at 06:00 AM PST by:
