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'Rick and Morty: The Complete Second Season' Blu-ray Dated for June[teaser]Rick and Mory will get schwifty on Blu-ray in June. [/teaser]In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Bros. is preparing 'Rick and Morty: The Complete Second Season' for Blu-ray on June 7. Rick Sanchez (Justin Roiland) is still living with his daughter Beth's (Sarah Chalke) family and causing more trouble than ever. This season the rest of the family, his son-in-law Jerry (Chris Parnell), grand-daughter Summer (Spencer Grammer) and grand-son Morty (Justin Roiland) are dragged into Rick's intergalactic adventures, as he faces new threats and mysteries of his secret past are revealed. Can the family survive Rick's insanity and all the chaos the universe throws at them? Specs have not been detailed yet, but supplements will include: Behind the Scenes; Animatics for every episode; Commentaries for every episode; Deleted Animatic Sketches; Also includes Plumbus Manual Premium. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray/Digital HD combo pack is $29.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Rick and Morty: The Complete Second Season' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under June 7. Order the Blu-rayPosted Wed Mar 30, 2016 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
'Diary of A Deadbeat: The Story of Jim VanBebber' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The documentary on filmmaker Jim VanBebber will hit Blu-ray in April. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Massacre Video is preparing 'Diary of A Deadbeat: The Story of Jim VanBebber' for Blu-ray on April 12. Jim VanBebber, an uncompromising, underground, outlaw filmmaker from Greenville, Ohio has become one of the most infamous and controversial American independent filmmakers of our time. VanBebber brought us such cult classics as Deadbeat At Dawn (the first feature film made in Dayton, Ohio) My Sweet Satan, The Manson Family, and many others. Shot over the course of several years, Diary Of A Deadbeat is a documentary that follows VanBebber's life from his early super 8mm films to his days in Hollywood. Directed by young auteur Victor Bonacore, the documentary features interviews with an eclectic group of artists including Pantera's Phil Ansemlo, transgressive film director Richard Kern, Skinny Puppy's Nivek Ogre, R.A. The Rugged Man, Heidi Honeycutt, Stephen Biro, Damon Packard, Jessie Seitz, and many more. Specs have not been detailed yet, but supplements will include: At Home With Mike Capone; Live In Boston!; Interview With Buddy Giovinazzo (director of COMBAT SHOCK) by Mitch Davis; Deleted Scenes; Locations Tour; VHS & Vanbebber With Chi Orengo; RA The Rugged Man Live Performance; Music Videos; Interview With Director; Interview With Producers; Plus Additional HIDDEN Surprises! Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $24.95. You can find the latest specs for 'Diary of A Deadbeat: The Story of Jim VanBebber' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under April 12. Order the Blu-rayPosted Wed Mar 30, 2016 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
NCAA Final Four Semifinals & National Championship Will Stream in Virtual Reality[teaser]Live game coverage will be offered in virtual reality. [/teaser] NCAA March Madness Live, CBS, NCAA Corporate Champion Capital One, and Oculus have announced a partnership to provide virtual reality coverage for the NCAA Final Four Semifinals & National Championship games. Live VR coverage will be available through a new virtual reality version of the NCAA March Madness Live app in the Oculus Store for Samsung Gear VR Headsets. The NCAA VR coverage will offer an immersive 180 degree live stream of the upcoming games from a courtside perspective. In addition, the app will also include a virtual scoreboard with live stats; game commentary from Jim Nantz, Grant Hill, Bill Raftery and Tracy Wolfson; sounds from the arena; and access to the full tournament bracket complete with video highlights from each game. Beyond the Gear VR app, a 2D, 180 degree live stream of the Final Four Semifinals and National Championship game will also be offered for desktops, along with 360 degree highlights on the NCAA March Madness Facebook page. More details are viewable at www.ncaa.com/marchmadnesslive. The Semifinals will be held Saturday, April 2, and coverage will commence at 3 p.m. ET. The National Championship will then follow on Monday, April 4 at 7 p.m. ET. Gear VR users can now download the NCAA March Madness Live VR App for free through the Oculus store. The Samsung Gear VR is a virtual reality headset that weighs just 318g and offers an FOV of 96 degrees. Gear VR currently works in conjunction with Samsung Galaxy S7, S7 edge, Galaxy Note5, Galaxy S6 edge+, Galaxy S6, and Galaxy S6 edge smartphones, using each device's super AMOLED display to help create an immersive VR experience. Suggested retail price for the Gear VR is $99. Source: NCAAPosted Tue Mar 29, 2016 at 02:30 PM PDT by: -
Sony Preps ULTRA 4K Streaming Service for April 4 Launch[teaser]The new 4K Ultra HD streaming service will arrive on Sony 4K Android Ultra HD TVs next month. [/teaser] Sony has announced a launch date for its new Ultra HD streaming platform. The ULTRA app is set to debut on April 4 in the US through Sony 4K Ultra HD TVs with Android TV support. "Consumers are rapidly upgrading their living rooms to 4K, and Sony Pictures Home Entertainment’s new ULTRA streaming service will provide a premium viewing experience to satisfy growing demand for 4K movies and television shows," said Jake Winett, VP, Consumer Services & Advanced Platforms at Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. ULTRA is powered by the Sony Pictures Store and will offer numerous 4K Ultra HD titles for purchase, including several movies in HDR (high dynamic range). Likewise, select content will also include Digital Extras at no additional cost. The ULTRA library of titles will include new releases like 'Concussion,' 'The Night Before,' and 'The Walk,' along with catalog titles like 'Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon' and 'Ghostbusters,' priced at $30 in 4K with HDR. Likewise, users can link their ULTRA profiles to existing UltraViolet libraries, allowing customers to stream previously purchased or redeemed UltraViolet copies of Sony Pictures content. In addition, customers who already own HD versions of select Sony titles through the Sony Pictures Store will also be able to upgrade to 4K versions at a discounted price. "ULTRA takes advantage of the latest industry innovations – 4K resolution, high dynamic range, a wider color spectrum, digital movie extras, and UltraViolet interoperability – so viewers get the most out of their televisions and their movie collections," Jake Winett added. The Sony ULTRA 4K streaming app will be supported on Sony's new 4K Ultra HD TVs powered by Android. The service will launch in the US on April 4. And as an added bonus, customers who buy eligible Sony 4K televisions with ULTRA this summer will receive four complimentary movies when they sign up for the service. Source: SonyPosted Tue Mar 29, 2016 at 12:30 PM PDT by: -
'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' Blu-ray Deleted Scenes Sneak Peek[teaser]Check out a clip of the deleted scenes included on the upcoming Blu-ray. [/teaser] As previously reported, Disney/Buena Vista will be releasing 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' on Blu-ray on April 5. 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' shattered box office records upon its debut to become the cinematic event of a generation with over $926 million domestic and $2.05 billion worldwide. Thirty years after the defeat of the Galactic Empire, the galaxy faces a new threat from the evil Kylo Ren (Adam Driver) and the First Order. When a defector named Finn crash-lands on a desert planet, he meets Rey (Daisy Ridley), a tough scavenger whose droid contains a top-secret map. Together, the young duo joins forces with Han Solo (Harrison Ford) to make sure the Resistance receives the intelligence concerning the whereabouts of Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill), the last of the Jedi Knights. Discover the complete story behind the making of Star Wars: The Force Awakens with in-depth documentary and bonus material that will take fans on an exciting journey behind the scenes. Secrets will be revealed through extensive footage, never-before-seen deleted scenes, and exclusive interviews with the actors and filmmakers. You can find the latest specs for 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under April 5. Order the Blu-rayPosted Tue Mar 29, 2016 at 12:30 PM PDT by: -
Steven C. Miller's 'Submerged' Heads to Blu-ray[teaser]The edge-of-your-seat thriller arrives on Blu-ray in May. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Scream Factory will be releasing 'Submerged' on Blu-ray on May 3. In Submerged, Jonathan Bennett (Mean Girls) stars as an ex-soldier turned bodyguard hired to protect a young woman. But while cruising with a group of friends one night, their stretch limo is run off the road and into the water by a gang of ruthless kidnappers — who then dive in to finish the job. Suddenly it’s sink or swim, as the bodyguard must fight to keep the vehicle from becoming a watery grave. Specs and supplements haven't been revealed yet, but the suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $19.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Submerged' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under May 3. Order the Blu-rayPosted Tue Mar 29, 2016 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
Kathleen Collins' 'Losing Ground' Bound for Blu-ray[teaser]The comedy drama is coming to Blu-ray in April. [/teaser]In an early announcement to retailers, Milestone is preparing 'Losing Ground' for Blu-ray on April 5. Losing Ground tells the story of a marriage of two remarkable people, both at a crossroads in their lives. Sara Rogers, a black professor of philosophy, is embarking on an intellectual quest to understand "ecstasy" just as her painter husband Victor sets off on a more earthy exploration of joy. Celebrating a recent museum sale, Victor decides to rent a country house where he can return to more realism after years working as an abstract expressionist. Away from the city, the couple’s summer idyll becomes complicated by Sara’s research and by Victor’s involvement with a young model. When one of her students casts Sara as the woman scorned in a film version of the song "Frankie and Johnny," she experiences a painful emotional awakening. While dealing with strong individuals and feelings, the film is also charming--Collins described it as a comedy about a young woman who takes herself too seriously. Specs have not been detailed yet, but supplements will include: Audio Commentary track by Professors LaMonda Horton-Stallings and Terri Francis; 2015 Theatrical Trailer; The Cruz Brothers and Miss Malloy (1980, 50 mins, Color) Kathleen Collins and Ronald Gray's first film; Video Interviews with Ronald K. Gray (46:30), Seret Scott (40:17) and Nina Lorez Collins (26:24); An Interview with Kathleen Collins by Phyllis R. Klotman (1982, Color, 22 mins, Courtesy of Indiana University Black Film Archive); and Transmagnifican Dambamuality (1976, 7 mins, B&W) Gray's celebrated lost student film. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $39.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Losing Ground' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under April 5. Order the Blu-rayPosted Tue Mar 29, 2016 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
George McCowan's 'The Shape of Things to Come' Bound for Blu-ray[teaser]The H.G. Wells science fiction film starring Jack Palance is headed for Blu-ray this year. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Blue Underground says 'The Shape of Things to Come' will arrive on Blu-ray sometime later this year. Planet Earth is a devastated wasteland, and what's left of humanity has colonized the Moon in domed cities. Humanity's continued survival depends on an anti-radiation drug only available on planet Delta Three, which has been taken over by Omus, a brilliant but mad mechanic who places no value on human life. Omus wants to come to the Moon to rule and intends to attack it by ramming robot-controlled spaceships into the domes. Dr. John Caball, his son Jason, Jason's friend, Kim, and a robot named Sparks embark on Caball's space battlecruiser on an unauthorized mission to Delta Three to stop Omus. You can find the latest specs for 'The Shape of Things to Come' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under PENDING.Posted Tue Mar 29, 2016 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
Onkyo Readies New RZ Series AV Receivers with Dolby Atmos & DTS:X[teaser]Three more receiver models with immersive audio support have been detailed. [/teaser] Onkyo has announced the latest additions to its RZ series of AV receivers. The upcoming TX-RZ810, TX-RZ710 and TX-RZ610 AV network receivers are geared toward audiophiles and the custom installation market. The TX-RZ810, TX-RZ710 and the TX-RZ610 are all 7.2 channel receivers with support for Dolby Atmos and DTS:X immersive audio formats. Though Atmos decoding is built in, DTS:X decoding will be added through a firmware update set for summer 2016. The TX-RZ810 features 130W/ch (8 ohms); the TX-RZ710 features 110W/ch (8 ohms); and the TX-RZ610 features 100 W/ch (8 ohms). Likewise, the TX-RZ810 and TX-RZ710 are both THX Select2 Plus certified and all three models include HDCP 2.2 compatible HDMI inputs for 60 Hz Ultra HD video including High Dynamic Range and 4:4:4 color space content. In addition, the receivers also use Onkyo's new AccuReflex technology, which "adjusts the phase of sound bounced off the ceiling by up firing speakers so that it syncs perfectly with sound from the other speakers to create a more accurate Dolby Atmos experience." AirPlay, Google Cast, and Bluetooth playback are included as well, along with wireless multi-zone digital/analog audio via FireConnect. Finally, the RZ series receivers also include connectivity features with custom installation in mind, including RS-232, IR and 12v triggers as well as PC setup, detachable power cables and optional rack kits. Onkyo's TX-RZ810 ($1,299), TX-RZ710 ($999) and TX-RZ610 ($799) receivers will be available in April. In addition, Onkyo will be announcing details for the 9.2 channel TX-RZ1100 network receiver, the 11.2 channel TX-RZ3100 network receiver and 11.2 channel PR-RZ5100 network pre-processor later this year. Source: OnkyoPosted Mon Mar 28, 2016 at 04:30 PM PDT by: -
InFocus Details New Ultra-Mobile Projectors, Prices Start at $888[teaser]Two new mobile projector models are now available for purchase. [/teaser] InFocus has released its latest projector models. The IN1116 and IN1118HD WXGA and full HD ultra mobile DLP projectors offer compact and light designs. "When you're on the road for business, your best travel companion is anything that saves you space and time," said Dave Duncan, InFocus product manager. "Both the IN1116 and IN1118HD come with built-in 4GB memory and a USB port so you can leave your laptop behind and present no matter where you are. We made them lightweight and compact enough to bring with you on any trip without sacrificing performance, features, connectivity or resolution." The IN1116 projector features a WXGA resolution of 1280x800 with a 16:10 aspect ratio. In addition, the projector offers 2400 lumens of brightness and a 14000:1 contrast ratio. Meanwhile, the IN1118HD projector features a Full HD resolution of 1920x1080 with a 16:9 aspect ratio. In addition, the device offers 2400 lumens of brightness and a 15000:1 contrast ratio. Both models weigh only 3.5 lbs. and use 6-segment color wheel and BrilliantColor technology. Likewise, both projectors include VGA, Composite Video, and HDMI 1.4a inputs with 3D support. 4GB of integrated memory and USB connectivity are built ii as well. Finally, the ultra mobile projectors feature a durable, road tested design and an ultra long lamp life of 10,000 hours, making them ideal for travel. "InFocus IN1110 series mobile projectors' USB port, 4GB built-in memory and PC-free player allow you to present all of your presentations, documents, spreadsheets and virtually anything else, which is ideal for anyone presenting in multiple locations. And the IN1110 series also connects via HDMI and VGA to any notebook or tablet for quick and easy set-up, and immediate access to all your files," added Duncan. The InFocus IN1116 ($888) and IN1118HD ($1,149) are now available through authorized resellers or infocusdirect.com. Source: InFocusPosted Mon Mar 28, 2016 at 02:00 PM PDT by:
