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Netflix Reveals Streaming Premiere Dates for 'The Crown' & 'Marco Polo'[teaser]The Netflix original shows will arrive in July and November. [/teaser] Netflix has announced new details for two of its original series. The first season of 'The Crown' is set to debut exclusively through Netflix on November 4. Meanwhile, the second season of 'Marco Polo' is scheduled to make its streaming debut on July 1. A Netflix original series, 'The Crown' focuses on Queen Elizabeth II as a 25-year-old newlywed faced with the daunting prospect of leading the world’s most famous monarchy while forging a relationship with legendary Prime Minister, Sir Winston Churchill. The British Empire is in decline, the political world is in disarray, and a young woman takes the throne....a new era is dawning. Peter Morgan's masterfully researched scripts reveal the Queen's private journey behind the public facade with daring frankness. Prepare to be welcomed into the coveted world of power and privilege and behind locked doors in Westminster and Buckingham Palace....the leaders of an empire await. The show comes from writer Peter Morgan (The Queen, Frost/Nixon), director Stephen Daldry (Billy Elliot, The Hours), and producer Andy Harries (The Queen). Stars include Claire Foy as Queen Elizabeth II, Matt Smith as Prince Phillip, John Lithgow as Sir Winston Churchill, Victoria Hamilton as the Queen Mother, Jared Harris as King George VI, Vanessa Kirby as Princess Margaret and Dame Eileen Atkins as Queen Mary, among others. In a world replete with greed, betrayal, sexual intrigue and rivalry, 'Marco Polo,' is based on the famed explorer's adventures in Kublai Khan's court in 13th Century China. The second season will consist of ten episodes. The show is created by John Fusco, and stars Lorenzo Richelmy (Marco Polo), Michelle Yeoh (the Handmaiden), Benedict Wong (Kublai Khan), Joan Chen (Empress Chabi), Zhu Zhu (Kokachin), Tom Wu (Hundred Eyes), Olivia Cheng (Mei Lin), Claudia Kim (Khutulun), Rick Yune (Kaidu), Remy Hii (Prince Jingim), Mahesh Jadu (Ahmad) and Uli Latukefu (Byamba) among others. Season one is now available to stream on Netflix. A current Netflix subscription starts at $10 for HD streaming and $12 for Ultra HD streaming. Source: NetflixPosted Mon Apr 11, 2016 at 03:30 PM PDT by: -
Onkyo Releases DP-X1 Hi-Res Digital Audio Player for $899[teaser]The new digital audio player is now available for purchase. [/teaser] Onkyo has announced the release of its latest audio product. The DP-X1 is a Hi-Res Digital Audio Player with MQA support (via a free update tomorrow, April 12). "We are very excited to launch MQA on the Onkyo DP-X1. The MQA sound on the portable player is truly breathtaking. With more MQA music in the market very soon, Onkyo customers will be amongst the first to truly experience the wonders of MQA. It's an exciting time for MQA partners and music lovers everywhere," said Bob Stuart, MQA's creator. The DP-X1 Digital Audio Player is based on the Android OS and offers support for several High Res Audio formats, including up to DSD 11.2MHz, 384kHz/24bit FLAC/WAV audio files. Likewise, the player will soon support the MQA format as well. MQA is a an end to end audio tech that provides authenticated master quality audio in a file that's small enough to stream or download. Under the hood, the DP-X1 was designed with "Pure Sound" in mind. To this end, to isolate sources of internal noise, the Audio circuit board and CPU board have been built on separate boards. In addition, the Audio circuit design uses ESS technology's SABRE DAC ES9018K2M and SABRE 9601K amp in a dual setup with a 2.5mm 4 pole jack for full balance output with support for normal BTL balance and Active Control GND drive. Finally, the player also provides the option to expand its storage to up to 432GB along with Google Play access. Onkyo's DP-X1 Digital Audio Player is now available for a suggested retail price of $899. The free MQA update will be available for download tomorrow.Posted Mon Apr 11, 2016 at 01:00 PM PDT by: -
Blu-ray Gives a Lesson 'How to Be Single' in May[teaser]The romantic comedy is headed for Blu-ray next month. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Brothers says 'How to Be Single' will arrive on Blu-ray on May 24. Based on the novel of the same name, an author writing a book about bachelorettes becomes entangled in an international affair while conducting hands-on research abroad. The author and her friends are single New Yorkers who would all much rather be in committed relationships. On a whim, Julie, the writer, decides to write a book about the experiences of single women around the world. She takes a leave of absence from her job as a publicist, jets off to France, and encounters a man named Thomas, who is in an open marriage. Even as she continues her travels to other countries, Julie longs for Thomas, who meets up with her again in Bali, jump-starting a torrid affair. While Julie is off seeing the world, her friends are back in New York, growing closer to each other as their lives develop in wild ways. Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements include: The Pros and Cons of How To Be Single; Rebel Rabble: A Look at Rebel Wilson; The Best Idea Wins! The Humor of How To Be Single; Deleted Scenes; Gag Reel; and Rebel Wilson Outtakes. You can find the latest specs for 'How to Be Single' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under May 24. Order the Blu-rayPosted Mon Apr 11, 2016 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
Netflix Debuts Trailer for 'Bloodline' Season Two, Premiere Set for May 27[teaser]The series starring Kyle Chandler will return for a second season in May. [/teaser] Netflix has released an official trailer for the second season of its original show, 'Bloodline.' Season two is set to premiere worldwide exclusively through Netflix on May 27. When the eldest brother and black sheep of the Rayburn family returns home, he exposes the emotional demons that lie at the core of the family, threatening to tear them apart. In season two, the Rayburns struggle to conceal an unthinkable crime and begin to unravel in the midst of mounting lies, betrayal, and paranoia. With a stellar cast headlined by Kyle Chandler, Ben Mendelsohn, Linda Cardellini, Norbert Leo Butz, Jacinda Barrett, Jamie McShane, Enrique Murciano, Sissy Spacek, and Sam Shepard, the 10 episode series is from executive producers Todd A. Kessler, Daniel Zelman and Glenn Kessler (Damages), and produced by Sony Pictures Television. Check out the trailer below! All 13 season one episodes are now available to stream. Other upcoming Netflix premieres include 'Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt' season two on April 15, 'Patton Oswalt: Talking For Clapping' on April 22, 'Special Correspondents' on April 29, 'Marseille' on May 5, the second season of 'Grace and Frankie' on May 6, 'Chelsea' on May 11, season two of 'Chef's Table' on May 27, 'The Do-Over' on May 27, 'The Fundamentals of Caring' on June 24, 'Marco Polo' season 2 on July 1, the documentary 'Tony Robbins: I Am Not Your Guru' on July 15, 'Home: Adventures with Tip & Oh' on July 29, 'Project Mc2' season two on August 12, and 'The Crown' on November 4. A current Netflix subscription starts at $10 for HD streaming and $12 for Ultra HD streaming. Source: NetflixPosted Mon Apr 11, 2016 at 11:30 AM PDT by: -
Alex Proyas' 'Gods of Egypt' Headed for Blu-ray, Blu-ray 3D, and 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray[teaser]The action-adventure fantasy arrives in stores on multiple formats in May. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Lionsgate will be releasing 'Gods of Egypt' on Blu-ray, Blu-ray 3D, and 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray on May 31. In this spectacular action-adventure, the survival of mankind hangs in the balance as an unexpected mortal hero Bek (Brenton Thwaites) undertakes a thrilling journey to save the world and rescue his true love. In order to succeed, he must enlist the help of the powerful god Horus (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau) in an unlikely alliance against Set (Gerard Butler), the merciless god of darkness, who has usurped Egypt's throne, plunging the once peaceful and prosperous empire into chaos and conflict. As their breathtaking battle against Set and his henchmen takes them into the afterlife and across the heavens, both god and mortal must pass tests of courage and sacrifice if they hope to prevail in the epic final confrontation. Each release will feature a DTS:X soundtrack and supplements include: Deleted Storyboards; A Divine Vision: Creating a Cinematic Action Fantasy; Of Gods and Mortals: The Cast; Transformation: Costume, Make-up & Hair; On Location: Shooting in Australia; The Battle for Eternity: Stunts; and A Window into Another World: Visual Effects. You can find the latest specs for 'Gods of Egypt' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under May 31. Order the 2D Blu-ray Order the 3D Blu-ray Order the 4K Blu-rayPosted Mon Apr 11, 2016 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
'Eddie the Eagle' Blu-ray & Ultra HD Blu-ray Pre-Orders Live![teaser]The inspirational biopic is leaping toward Blu-ray and Ultra HD Blu-ray. [/teaser]In an early announcement to retailers, 20th Century Fox is preparing 'Eddie the Eagle' for Blu-ray and Ultra HD Blu-ray later this year. Inspired by true events, Eddie the Eagle is a feel-good story about Michael "Eddie" Edwards (Taron Egerton), an unlikely but courageous British ski-jumper who never stopped believing in himself - even as an entire nation was counting him out. With the help of a rebellious and charismatic coach (played by Hugh Jackman), Eddie takes on the establishment and wins the hearts of sports fans around the world by making an improbable and historic showing at the 1988 Calgary Winter Olympics. From producers of Kingsman: The Secret Service, Eddie the Eagle stars Taron Egerton as Eddie, the loveable underdog with a never say die attitude. Specs and supplements have not been detailed yet. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray/Digital HD combo pck is $39.99. Suggested list price for the Ultra HD Blu-ray/Blu-ray/Digital HD combo pack is also $39.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Eddie the Eagle' 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 Mon Apr 11, 2016 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
José Ramón Larraz's 'Symptoms' Dated for Blu-ray[teaser]The long lost 1974 horror flick will be making its way to high-definition in May.[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Mondo Macabro is preparing 'Symptoms' for Blu-ray on May 10. A Limited Edition version is also available for pre-order exclusively through the Mondo Macabro Store. For years only viewable as a blurry bootleg derived from an early 80s British TV broadcast, this haunting thriller can now be seen as it was intended with a brand new HD transfer of the recently discovered negatives. It's taken us more than 15 years of searching and negotiating to get here, but with the indispensable assistance of the BFI Mondo Macabro can finally bring this film to the world on Blu-ray and DVD. Symptoms is an intense and claustrophobic study of a woman's descent into madness and murder. Made in the same years as Larraz's better known Vampyres with much of the same crew and a similar vibe, Symptoms is more atmospheric and ambiguous, and less exploitative. But it casts a powerful spell and is perhaps the most potent example of director Jose Larraz's unique style. Starring Angela Pleasance (From Beyond the Grave) in what is probably her best ever role, Symptoms is a film whose time has finally come. After premiering at the 1974 Cannes Film Festival as the official UK entry and a brief theatrical run, the film sank into almost complete obscurity until being rescued from oblivion by books like Tohill and Tombs' Immoral Tales and the ever-diligent video underground. With this stunning new Blu ray release Symptoms can now be seen as the masterpiece of 70s horror that it truly is. Specs have not been detailed yet, but the Blu-ray will include the 2011 documentary on Jose Larraz, ON VAMPYRES AND OTHER SYMPTOMS; FROM BARCELONA to TUNBRIDGE WELLS, a 1999 TV documentary on Larraz, part of the EUROTIKA! series; and New interviews with stars Angela Pleasence and Lorna Heilbron and editor Brian Smedley-Aston. In addition, the Limited Edition disc will also include: Larraz on Larraz! Bonus DVD featuring a two-hour long archival interview with Jose Ramon Larraz; and an Exclusive booklet featuring a brand new essay from Writer/Critic Samm Deighan! Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.95. Suggested list price for the Limited Edition Blu-ray is $25. You can find the latest specs for 'Symptoms' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under May 10. Order the Blu-rayPosted Mon Apr 11, 2016 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
HDD Gear Deal Spotlight: Up to 54% off 4K Ultra HD TVs from LG & Hisense[teaser]Amazon is offering big discounts on select 2015 Ultra HD TVs! [/teaser] As part of the online retailer's ongoing deals, Amazon is running a special sale on 2015 4K Ultra HD TVs from Hisense and LG. LG 65UF9500 65-Inch 4K Ultra HD 3D TV - Currently $2,050 (54% off). LG 65UF8600 65-Inch 4K Ultra HD TV - Currently $1,760 (52% off). LG 55UF6800 55-Inch 4K Ultra HD TV - Currently $860 (49% off). LG 65UF6800 65-Inch 4K Ultra HD TV - Currently $1,475 (41% off). Hisense 65H7B2 65-Inch 4K Ultra TV - Currently $1,100 (27% off). Hisense 65H10B2 Curved 65-Inch 4K ULED TV - Currently $2,000 (33% off). Hisense 55H9B2 Curved 55-Inch 4K Ultra TV - Currently $750 (25% off). Hisense 55H7B2 55-Inch 4K Ultra TV - Currently $650 (19% off). These deals will only be active for a limited time while supplies last. Make sure to stay tuned to High-Def Digest for more sales and special promotions!Posted Fri Apr 8, 2016 at 05:00 PM PDT by: -
Comedy Documentary 'Hannibal Takes Edinburgh' Now Streaming on Netflix[teaser]The feature length documentary premieres on Netflix today. [/teaser] Netflix has announced the release of its latest documentary. 'Hannibal Takes Edinburgh' is now available to stream globally through Netflix. Filmed over the course of 28 days in August 2013, Hannibal Takes Edinburgh follows Buress as the then up-and-coming comedian performed nightly to packed houses at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, the largest art and comedy festival in the world. The film blends extended moments from Buress’ pin-sharp observational stand-up with scenes of the comedian waxing philosophic on building his comedy routine, life on the road for a comedian and immersing himself in the Scottish culture. Check out the clip below! The film is directed by Ryan Ferguson and produced by Apatow Productions and Bird Gang Bang Birds Productions. Likewise, Hannibal Buress and Judd Apatow serve as executive producers. Buress' third hour standup comedy special, 'Comedy Camisado,' previously debuted on Netflix back in February. The comedian is known for his standup, his Comedy Central series 'Why? with Hannibal Buress,' and appearances on 'Broad City' and 'The Eric Andre Show.' Other upcoming Netflix premieres include 'Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt' season two on April 15, 'Special Correspondents' on April 29, 'Marseille' on May 5, the second season of 'Grace and Frankie' on May 6, 'Chelsea' on May 11, season two of 'Chef's Table' on May 27, 'The Do-Over' on May 27, 'The Fundamentals of Caring' on June 24, the documentary 'Tony Robbins: I Am Not Your Guru' on July 15, 'Home: Adventures with Tip & Oh' on July 29, and 'Project Mc2' season two on August 12. A current Netflix subscription starts at $10 for HD streaming and $12 for Ultra HD streaming. Source: NetflixPosted Fri Apr 8, 2016 at 02:15 PM PDT by: -
'Jaws 2,' 'Jaws 3,' and 'Jaws: The Revenge' Dated for Blu-ray[teaser]We're gonna need a much bigger boat this June. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Universal will be releasing 'Jaws 2,' 'Jaws 3,' and 'Jaws: The Revenge' on Blu-ray on June 14. 'Jaws 2' - The horror is far from over as Roy Scheider, Lorraine Gary and Murray Hamilton reprise their iconic roles in Jaws 2. Four years after the great white shark terrorized the small resort of Amity, unsuspecting vacationers begin disappearing in an all-too-familiar fashion. Police Chief Brody (Scheider) finds himself in a race against time when a new shark attacks ten sailboats manned by teenagers, including his own two sons. The same heart-stopping suspense and gripping adventure that enthralled movie audiences throughout the world in Jaws returns in this worthy sequel to the original motion picture classic. Directed by Jeannot Szwarc and starring Roy Scheider, Lorraine Gary, Murray Hamilton, Joseph Mascolo, and Mark Gruner. Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements include: Deleted Scenes; The Making of Jaws 2; Jaws 2: A Portrait by Actor Keith Gordon; John Williams: The Music of Jaws 2; The "French" Joke; Storyboards; and Theatrical Trailer. 'Jaws 3' - Second sequel to Steven Spielberg's classic with another giant Great White shark wreaking havoc on an aquatic amusement park in Florida after following her newly born offspring inside and getting trapped. Originally filmed and released in 3D. Directed by Joe Alves and starring Dennis Quaid, Bess Armstrong, Jr. Louis Gossett, Simon MacCorkindale, and John Putch. The release will include Jaws 3 in 3D as well as the Theatrical Trailer. 'Jaws: The Revenge' - Ellen Brody still lives in the island resort town of Amity, and her sons Sean and Michael don't work at Sea World anymore, and some time ago, Ellen's husband Martin Brody died of a heart attack that happened because he was afraid of sharks. Sean is now a deputy in Amity. One night, during the Christmas season, Sean is called to untangle a log from a buoy, and when Sean goes to the buoy, he's killed by a great white shark. Directed by Joseph Sargent and starring Lorraine Gary, Michael Caine, Mario Van Peebles, Lance Guest, and Karen Young. The Blu-ray will include the original trailer. You can find the latest specs for 'Jaws 2,' 'Jaws 3,' and 'Jaws: The Revenge' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where they are indexed under June 14. Order Part 2 Order Part 3 Order RevengePosted Fri Apr 8, 2016 at 12:00 PM PDT by:
