-
Turbine Celebrates 50 Years of Texas Chainsaw Massacres with NEW 4K UHD TCM2, TCM & Chainsaw Giftset, and Leatherface MediabooksThe saw is family and in this family, we celebrate 50 years of Texas Chainsaw Massacres! Germany's Turbine gasses up 5 new TCM2 4K UHD Mediabooks (with Dolby Vision HDR), 2 new 4-disc TCM 4K UHD Mediabooks & a Chainsaw Giftset, AND prequel Leatherface Uncut gets 2 new 4K Mediabooks! All sets are set to ship November 21st. They call the 50th Anniversary the "Golden Anniversary." If we add some blood splatter, viscera, and the acrid scent of a two-stage motor, we can certainly call Turbine's celebration of 50 years of Texas Chainsaw Massacre Mayhem "Golden" for they've pulled out all the stops! On the big and bold side of releases, we have FIVE new 4K UHD Mediabooks of Tobe Hooper's 1986 Canon Classic The Texas Chainsaw Massacre Part 2 with Dolby Vision HDR, Two new 4K UHD Mediabooks of the classic original The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, as well as two very stylish new mediabooks for the 2017 prequel Leatherface. So let's serve the Sawyer's famous chili and dig in! The Texas Chainsaw Massacre Part 2 - 4K UHD Mediabook Cover A The Texas Chainsaw Massacre Part 2 - 4K UHD Mediabook Cover B The Texas Chainsaw Massacre Part 2 - 4K UHD Mediabook Cover C The Texas Chainsaw Massacre Part 2 - 4K UHD Mediabook Cover D The Texas Chainsaw Massacre Part 2 - 4K UHD Mediabook Cover E Here's all of the glorious gory details: Technical specifications: Language / Sound: German DTS-HD MA 5.1 Surround, German DTS-HD 2.0 Surround (Classic Mix), German DTS 2.0 (Bootleg-Mix), English DTS-HD MA 5.1 Surround, English DTS-HD 2.0 Surround / English 2.0 Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1 (2160p24) with HDR10 & Dolby Vision, Original MGM-Master / 1.85:1 (1080p24) - Digitally Remastered (Original MGM-Master) / 1.85:1 (1080p24) Subtitles: German, German for the Hearing Impaired, English, English for the Hearing Impaired (Bonus - German) Running Time: 100 minutes Bonus Material:Audio Commentaries: Tobe Hooper (Director, Co-Writer, Co-Producer) - Moderation David Gregory* Bill Moseley and Caroline Williams (Actors) and Tom Savini (Make-Up-F/X) - Moderation Michael Felsher* Richard Kooris (Director of Photography), Cary White (Set Design), Laura Kooris (Script Supervision) and Michael Sullivan (Props)* Dr. Mark Benecke (Criminal Biologist) and Dr. Matthias Scheffzek (Pathologist) New Interviews (approx. 1.5 hours): Caroline Williams (Stretch Actress - approx. 31 min.) Kirk Sisco (Detective actor - approx. 14 min.) Barry Kinyon (Yuppie Actor - approx. 13 min.) Barton Mixon (make-up effects - approx. 20 min.) Gabe Bartalos (make-up effects - approx. 18 min.) From the Archive (approx. 5 hours): It runs in the family (approx. 82 min.) Extended interviews (approx. 30 min.) Behind the Scenes (approx. 44 min.) 5 Deleted scenes (approx. 13 min.) Interviews: Make-up effects crew Bart Mixon, Gabe Bartalos, Gino Crognale and John Vulich (approx. 42 min.) Cast crew Chris Douridas and Barry Kinyon (approx. 19 min.) Editor: Alain Jakubowicz (approx. 17 min.) Stuntman Bob Elmore (approx. 14 min.) Visit to the filming locations (25 min.) 6 image galleries Next we rev the blades for a new cut at the 1974 original - The Texas Chain Saw Massacre - 4K UHD Mediabook Cover A The Texas Chain Saw Massacre - 4K UHD Mediabook Cover B The Texas Chain Saw Massacre - 4K UHD Mediabook A + Chainsaw Prop Here's all the gnarly bits for this set: Technical specifications: Language / Sound: German Auro-3D 13.1, German Dolby Atmos, German DTS-HD Master Audio 1.0, English Auro-3D 13.1, English Dolby Atmos, English DTS-HD Master Audio 1.0, English DTS 2.0 Stereo, German DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1 Surround, German DTS 2.0 Mono, English DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1 Surround, English DTS 2.0 Stereo, DTS 2.0 Mono Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1 (2160p24) – 4K Ultra HD with HDR10 / Dolby Vision, 1.85:1 (1080p24 Full HD) Subtitles: Main film: German for the hearing impaired, German, English - Audio commentary: German Runtime: 84 minutes Bonus Features Audio Commentaries: with director/co-writer/co-producer Tobe Hooper with Tobe Hooper, Leatherface Gunnar Hansen and cinematographer Daniel Pearl with the actors Marilyn Burns, Paul A. Partain, Allen Danziger and set designer Robert A. Burns (hosted by David Gregory) with cinematographer Daniel Pearl, editor J. Larry Carroll and sound engineer Ted Nicolaou Interviews: Teri McMinn (Pam actress approx. 17 min.) John Dugan (Grandfather Sawyer actor - approx. 16 min.) Ron Bozman (Production Manager - approx. 16 min.) John Dugan (Grandfather Actor - approx. 16 min.) J. Larry Carroll (Cutter - approx. 11 min.) Featurettes The Hallowed Ground of Horror* (approx. 20 min.) The Shocking Truth* (approx. 73 min. + approx. 8 min. outtakes) Flesh Wounds - Seven Tales of the Saw* (approx. 72 min.) A Family Portrait* (approx. 61 min. – D / E) Gunnar Hansen in the Sawyer House* (approx. 8 min.) Censorship Comparison Original Remake (approx. 5 min.) Deleted scenes and outtakes (approx. 43 min. – mostly without sound) 4 cinema trailers, 3 TV & 2 radio spots (approx. 9 min.) Conversation with Tobe Hooper and William Friedkin** (approx. 54 min.) Interview with Tobe Hooper** (approx. 14 min.) Interview with Kim Henkel** (approx. 9 min.) On the history of censorship - Discussion with Jörg Buttgereit (NEKROMANTIK I+II), media scientist Dr. Stefan Höltgen and sociologist Dr. Roland Seim (approx. 130 min.) CHAINSAW MASSACRE – VHS version (SD, approx. 72 min. - Hidden Feature) Last but not least... Leatherface (2018) - 4K UHD Mediabook Cover A Leatherface (2018) - 4K UHD Mediabook Cover B And the last of the visceral bits: Technical specifications: Language / Sound: German HD-DTS 7.1, German HD-DTS 2.0, English HD-DTS 7.1, English HD-DTS 2.0 Aspect ratio: 2.39:1 (2160p/24 Ultra HD with HDR), 2.39:1 (1080p) Subtitles: German, English Runtime: 87 minutes Bonus material: Deleted scenes Alternate beginning and end Making of Promo featurette Interviews with cast & crew Behind the scenes Trailer show Of course if you're really ambitious with your shelf space, you can order a variety of collection packs: Texas Chainsaw Massacre Part 2 - All Five Mediabooks Set Texas Chainsaw Massacre 1, 2, and Leatherface Mediabook Set And that's everything on deck - we hope to cover all of these new editions as they come available. We'll have special advanced coverage of The Texas Chainsaw Massacre Part 2 4K, that will go live tomorrow! Until then, thanks for your pre-orders and happy collecting!Posted Fri Nov 8, 2024 at 02:37 AM PST by: -
It's a Bird...It's a Plane...Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story Soars for Digital Ownership Tomorrow November 5The acclaimed documentary film Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story about the iconic actor's life, tragic accident, and redemption will be available for purchase on Digital on a variety of platforms including Amazon Prime Video, AppleTV, Google Play, and Fandango At Home on November 5. Digital rentals available on November 19. Following a life-altering accident, Christopher Reeve persevered, inspiring the world by using his fame to speak of hope and change our perception of paralysis, all while remaining a dedicated activist, actor and filmmaker, devoted dad, and loving husband to Dana, the beating heart of the family. From the directors of McQueen, Ian Bonhôte and Peter Ettedgui, the film includes never-before-seen intimate home movies and an extraordinary trove of personal archive material, as well as the first extended interviews ever filmed with Reeve’s three children about their father, and interviews with the A-list Hollywood actors who were Reeve’s colleagues and friends. The film is a moving and vivid cinematic telling of Reeve’s remarkable story. The film is directed by Ian Bonhôte & Peter Ettedgui and features Alexandra Reeves Givens, Matthew Reeve and Will Reeve. Check out the full Warner Brothers press release provided below: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SUPER/MAN: THE CHRISTOPHER REEVE STORY The Emotional Documentary Film on the Life of Actor and Activist Christopher Reeve Arrives for Digital Ownership on November 5 Burbank, CA, November 4, 2024 – Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story, the new documentary film featuring never-before-seen home movies and personal archives that recounts the tragic and redemptive story of actor and activist Christopher Reeve, best known for playing Superman in the '70s and '80s films, arrives for purchase Digitally at home on November 5. Following a life-altering accident, Christopher Reeve persevered, inspiring the world by using his fame to speak of hope and change our perception of paralysis, all while remaining a dedicated activist, actor and filmmaker, devoted dad, and loving husband to Dana, the beating heart of the family. From the directors of McQueen, Ian Bonhôte and Peter Ettedgui, the film includes never-before-seen intimate home movies and an extraordinary trove of personal archive material, as well as the first extended interviews ever filmed with Reeve’s three children about their father, and interviews with the A-list Hollywood actors who were Reeve’s colleagues and friends. The film is a moving and vivid cinematic telling of Reeve’s remarkable story. On November 5, Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story will be available for Digital Ownership at home on participating digital platforms where you purchase movies, including Amazon Prime Video, AppleTV, Google Play, Fandango At Home, and more. On November 19, Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story will be available for Digital rental via VOD on participating digital platforms where you rent movies. Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story is directed by Ian Bonhôte & Peter Ettedgui and features Alexandra Reeves Givens, Matthew Reeve and Will Reeve. The film is written by Peter Ettedgui and co-written by Ian Bonhôte & Otto Burnham and produced by Lizzie Gillett, Robert Ford and Ian Bonhôte. BASICS Digital Ownership: November 5, 2024 Digital Rental: November 19, 2024 Running Time: 104 minutes Rated: PG-13 for some strong language and thematic elements ABOUT THE FILM The story of Christopher Reeve is an astonishing rise from unknown actor to iconic movie star, and his definitive portrayal of Clark Kent/Superman set the benchmark for the superhero cinematic universes that dominate cinema today. Reeve portrayed the Man of Steel in four Superman films and played dozens of other roles that displayed his talent and range as an actor, before being injured in a near-fatal horse-riding accident in 1995 that left him paralyzed from the neck down. After becoming a quadriplegic, he became a charismatic leader and activist in the quest to find a cure for spinal cord injuries, as well as a passionate advocate for disability rights and care - all while continuing his career in cinema in front of and behind the camera and dedicating himself to his beloved family. From the directors of McQueen, Ian Bonhôte and Peter Ettedgui, this film includes never-before-seen intimate home movies and an extraordinary trove of personal archive material, as well as the first extended interviews ever filmed with Reeve’s three children about their father, and interviews with the A-list Hollywood actors who were Reeve’s colleagues and friends. The film is a moving and vivid cinematic telling of Reeve’s remarkable story. Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story is produced by Passion Pictures (Searching For Sugar Man, The Territory) and Misfits Entertainment (McQueen, Rising Phoenix). New York-based production studio Words + Pictures financed and also produced the film. Words+Pictures, founded in 2021 by Connor Schell, is led by the creators and producers of the 30 for 30 series, the Emmy Award-winning The Last Dance, and the 2017 Oscar-winning O.J.: Made in America. The film is a presentation of DC Studios, HBO Documentary Films, CNN Films and Words+Pictures. About Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Warner Bros. Home Entertainment (WBHE) distributes the award-winning movies, television, animation, and digital content produced by Warner Bros. Discovery to the homes and screens of millions through digital transactions on major streaming, video-on-demand cable, satellite, digital, and mobile channels, and through physical Blu-ray Disc™ and DVD retail sales. WBDHE is part of Warner Bros. Discovery Content Sales, one of the world’s largest distributors of entertainment programming.Posted Mon Nov 4, 2024 at 11:29 AM PST by: -
Shop HDD's 4K UHD & Blu-ray Shopping Guide, Week of Nov. 5, 2024 - It's Your Civic DutyWe're starting the first week of November and a rather busy release week at that. We have seen so many months of slow starts and ginormous ends that this month is an anomaly indeed. Oh and don't forget to get out and vote. Welcome to Volume 5 Episode 23 of our weekly release guide. A look at the highlights of what's coming to disc the week of November 3rd - November 9th, as well as a look at announcements from last week. 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Releases- UK Import Monday has two interesting releases. One of those deluxe edition StudioCanal Vintage Classics releases first, The Third Man (1949): 75th Anniversary Edition. It's got swag, it's got extras. Sweet looking pack for those of us that like collecting these editions. Continuing with swag editions, 101 Films' version of The Sword and the Sorcerer. Yeah, Shout! Factory did a decent release in the US, but it was a bit more plain in the packaging department. On to Domestic Tuesday, with four New Releases. First up from Warner Bros., M. Night Shyamalan's Trap. Second on the new release docket, a remake of the original, The Crow. Also available as two different SteelBooks, a Walmart Exclusive and an Amazon Exclusive. Third on the list, Kevin Smith's The 4:30 Movie, which the 4K release is only available as an Amazon Exclusive SteelBook. We have seen this configuration in the past with Best Buy Exclusives. And the fourth title is of a category we do not see very often in the 4K New Release calendar, anime feature film One Piece Film Red - Movie. Shout Factory gets multiple delays of titles originally slated for this week, but they do have two SteelBooks, athough the titles themselves are not new to 4K. Those titles are John Carpenter's Escape From New York and Krampus: The Naughty Cut. The delay bug strikes again, wiping two of Kino Lorber's titles off this week's 4K release calendar. Maybe they should just automatically add 2 weeks to any future announcements, just to be safe as it seems to happen a lot. We do see two releases from them this week though, bumped from previous release dates, those would be Fright (1971) and Rules of Engagement. Criterion Collection this week offers 1954's Godzilla. Universal upgrades the 2019 comedy/romance Last Christmas to 4K. Well Go USA makes an appearance with You Gotta Believe, a sports/drama with Luke Wilson. Paramount has TWO movies this week. Starting with war drama We Were Soldiers with Mel Gibson, then the 70th Anniversary Edition classic film White Christmas with Bing Crosby. You've probably heard of this line of special edition releases, and they have been mostly overseas releases. This week though LionsGate offers us a Titans of Cult edition of John Wick, as an Amazon Exclusive. It also features a Dolby Vision grade for the first time too. And last but not least, a somewhat double-dip at that, Warner Bros/MGM offers us The Wizard of Oz as a SteelBook/fat-pack. This package has been done with so many releases of in the UK. We could hope we would get more of these up front, not as double-dips. It's a handsome looking set. On Wednesday, Turbine Medien Group Germany releases FOUR Hellraiser: Judgment skus: Hellraiser: Judgment - Turbine Medien 4K UHD SteelBook Slipcover D Hellraiser: Judgment - Turbine Medien 4K UHD SteelBook Slipcover C Hellraiser: Judgment - Turbine Medien 4K UHD SteelBook Slipcover B Hellraiser: Judgment - Turbine Medien 4K UHD SteelBook Slipcover A Friday, via Amazon US, Imprint Films' Limited Edition of Suspiria (2018) can be yours for the right price. Blu-ray releases- Blu-ray counterparts of the above 4K releases include Trap, The Crow (2024), The 4:30 Movie, Fright (1971), Rules of Engagement and You Gotta Believe. Lionsgate releases the drama thriller 1992. Warner Bros has the Channing Tatum mystery thriller Blink Twice. Peacock Original Melissa McCarthy comedy Genie comes to disc from Universal Pictures. Sony Pictures comedy romance It Ends with Us comes to Blu-ray this week. On the opposite scale, the horror/thriller Afraid. TV on disc this week includes Bluey: Seasons One - Three (Amazon Exclusive), Doctor Who: The Complete Jodie Whittaker Years, from CBS Television and Paramount, I Love Lucy: The Complete Series, Murdoch Mysteries: Season 17 and Orphan Black: Echoes - Season One. Anime highlights include 86: The Complete First Season, Planetes - The Complete Series, Psycho-Pass: Season 1, Psycho-Pass: Season 2, PSYCHO-PASS: Providence - Movie, which also comes as a Limited Edition and The Vexations of a Shut-In Vampire Princess Complete Collection. Friday imports (via Amazon US) include: Abbott & Costello Horror Collection (1948-1955)(Australian Import) The Mummy Collection (1932 – 1944)(AU Import) TV Movie Of The Week: Collection One (1971 / 1972 / 1973) – Imprint Television #12 – 14 Limited Edition The Baron: The Feature Films (1966) – Imprint Television #10 Limited Edition Directed By… Roman Polanski (1992 – 1999) – Imprint Films Limited Edition The Blair Witch Project Collection - Imprint Films Limited Edition (AU Import) Superstition - Imprint Films Limited Edition I vampiri (Lust of the Vampire) - Limited Edition (UK Import) Notable announcements from last week: Seinfeld: The Complete Series is coming to Blu-ray and 4K on December 17th. Per the news article, the 4K release will have the original aspect ratio of 4:3. It was inveitable. Last week we mentioned that LionsGate will be releasing Jackie Brown to 4K after much speculation. This week we also report that Kill Bill: Volume 1 and 2 will be coming to 4K on January 17th. 4K Release Calendar 2K/BD Release Calendar Which titles are you buying this week? Which ones are on your wishlist, be it to buy as an impulse buy or to wait for the right price?Posted Mon Nov 4, 2024 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
Feast Upon Our Bountiful November 2024 4K UHD Shopping GuideThe holiday 2024 release slate is rushing down upon us like Santa's sleigh on Christmas Eve. October is all fun and games, but November is when things get really crazy as every major studio and independent label unloads their heavy hitters. We've got new releases, deep catalog editions, and big anniversary celebrations. We can thank Bing for singing it's the most wonderful time of the year. Coincidentally, he's got a major catalog fan-favorite coming to 4K this month! November is the beginning of the big Holiday sales push. It's an exciting time for sure, but also an expensive one especially when you're technically supposed to be thinking about shopping for other people. But there's a lot of temptation coming our way. So make some shelf space and take a gander below, and remember, your pre-orders help keep HDD up and rolling, thank you! High-Def Digest'sNovember 2024 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Shopping Guide November 5th 4K UHD Releases November 12th 4K UHD Releases November 19th - 4K UHD Releases November 26th - 4K UHD Releases And that's all the news that's fit to print. Obviously, release dates are subject to change, KLSC in particular has had a number of shifts to their release dates the last few months so expect some movement. There's also a chance some titles sneak in at the last minute and we'll also work to cover some recent and upcoming import titles as we get hands on them. Until next month, thanks for pre-ordering through our shopping links, they really do help keep our little show up and going. - Happy Collecting!Posted Fri Nov 1, 2024 at 06:36 AM PDT by: -
What's Up With That? Sony Celebrates 35 Years of Nothing with Seinfeld on 4K UHD & Blu-ray December 17th - but there's a catch!Who would have imagined a show about nothing featuring some of the worst characters imaginable lasting ten seasons let alone remaining the cultural phenomenon it is today? Concluding their incredible 100th Anniversary of Columbia Pictures, they're tipping their hat to the 35th Anniversary of Seinfeld with 4K UHD and Blu-ray disc releases. So this news got brewing early this morning when we received a ton of messages from fans concerning the 4K listing on Amazon. Before I even had my first of my daily dozen cups of Columbia's best export, I was fielding questions about whether I knew this or knew that, yadda, yadda, blah, blah-blah, blah. Now with incredible grace, Sony has finally given us complete details for their 4K UHD and Blu-ray sets dated to drop December 17th. With great relief, I am pleased to report that Seinfeld: The Complete Series - 4K UHD will be delivered pressed on 24 discs presented in its original 1.33:1 broadcast aspect ratio (THANK YOU SANTA!) with HDR10, and DTS-HD MA 5.1 audio! Seinfeld: The Complete Series - 4K UHD Now here's where things get stranger... When it comes to the 1080p counterpart, Seinfeld: The Complete Series - Blu-ray will be presented in the horribly cropped 1.78:1 versions we've seen on streaming spread over 24 discs and offering DTS-HD MA 5.1 audio. Seinfeld: The Complete Series - Blu-ray Why is it the 4K gets the proper aspect ratio and the Blu-ray gets the ugly cropped version? What's up with that? Truthfully I don't know beyond the speculation that the 1080p masters were ready to go and they wouldn't have to reauthor anything in the lower resolution after the new 4K scans. The other eye line I can see is that Sony views 4K UHD as the niche preservationist format that it is and is catering to please the people willing to payout about $100 more for the set than standard Blu-ray. Mind you that's just a guess. Beyond aspect ratio differences, both sets look to have the same extra features - which weren't detailed in the PR so I have to assume they're the same archival materials assembled for the DVDs. So, grab your fork, knife, and favorite candy bar and get those pre-orders in! Here's the full press release for your edification: “…one of the definitive TV sitcoms of all time.” – Variety SEINFELD: THE COMPLETE SERIES The Iconic, Hilarious, Beloved, Emmy® Award-Winning, Yada Yada Yada… Show About Nothing Finally Debuts on Blu-ray Disc™ and 4K Ultra HD™ Disc December 17th Celebrating The Series’ 35th Anniversary and 100 Years of Columbia Pictures CULVER CITY, Calif. (October 30, 2024) – All of the catchphrases, all of the memorable characters, all of the misunderstandings, all of the unforgettable hilarity of one of the best television shows of all time: SEINFELD: THE COMPLETE SERIES finally comes to Blu-ray Disc and 4K Ultra HD Disc on December 17th, just in time for Festivus and other holiday occasions! Packed with all nine seasons of the historically acclaimed series plus hours of insightful special features—from deleted scenes to inside looks to cast & crew commentaries and more—SEINFELD: THE COMPLETE SERIES is presented in two separate editions: a Blu-ray edition featuring a high definition presentation of the series in a 1.78 format, and a limited edition 4K Ultra HD edition featuring the entire series presented in 4K resolution with High Dynamic Range at its original 1.33 aspect ratio. Long-awaited by fans, SEINFELD: THE COMPLETE SERIES is finally making the leap from standard definition discs following an extensive and comprehensive 4K upgrade for the series, and is perfectly timed for the series’ 35th anniversary, as well as to conclude the 100th anniversary of Columbia Pictures. In addition to the physical sets, SEINFELD: THE COMPLETE SERIES is also available for purchase at participating digital retailers. SEINFELD: THE COMPLETE SERIES DISC DETAILS Synopsis: Emmy® Award-winning SEINFELD is one of the most popular shows of all time. Mining his rich comedic resources, Jerry Seinfeld provides a hysterical look at life as a single adult in the '90s. Along with a refreshing cast and top-notch writing, this series quickly revealed itself to be a beloved comedic classic. BLU-RAY EDITION 24 Blu-ray Discs Episodes presented in 1.78:1 High Definition on Blu-ray Disc; English DTS-HD MA 5.1 Audio Special Features include Audio Commentaries, Deleted Scenes, Bloopers, Inside Looks and Alternate Versions of Select Episodes 4K ULTRA HD EDITION – the 4K Ultra HD set is a limited edition 24 4K Ultra HD Discs Episodes presented in 1.33:1 at 4K resolution with HDR10; English DTS-HD MA 5.1 Audio Special Features include Audio Commentaries, Deleted Scenes, Bloopers, Inside Looks and Alternate Versions of Select EpisodesPosted Wed Oct 30, 2024 at 10:10 AM PDT by: -
Never Give Up, Never Surrender! Galaxy Quest - 25th Anniversary 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray & SteelBook Coming December 3The classic science-fiction/comedy Galaxy Quest celebrates its 25th anniversary with a 4K UHD Blu-ray on December 3. The release will also be available in a SteelBook. The 4K release is newly remastered under the supervision of director Dean Parisot and presented in Dolby Vision with a Dolby Atmos soundtrack. Supplements include a new Filmmaker Focus with the director as well as legacy features including the previously created Thermian language track. Years after cancellation, the stars of the television series Galaxy Quest cling to their careers. When a distressed interstellar race mistakes the show for “historical documents,” lead actor Jason Nesmith (Tim Allen) and his crew of has-beens are unwittingly recruited to save the alien race from a genocidal warlord. Featuring an all-star ensemble, including Sigourney Weaver, Alan Rickman, Tony Shalhoub, Sam Rockwell, Daryl Mitchell, Justin Long and Rainn Wilson, GALAXY QUEST is a hilarious adventure that boldly goes where no comedy has gone before. Galaxy Quest - 25th Anniversary 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Galaxy Quest - 25th Anniversary 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray SteelBook You can pre-order Galaxy Quest - 25th Anniversary 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray now and included below is the press announcement: Never give up, never surrender! Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the beloved sci-fi comedy classic GALAXY QUEST as it arrives for the first time ever on 4K Ultra HD™ December 3, 2024 from Paramount Home Entertainment. Featuring an out-of-this-world, all-star cast including Tim Allen, Sigourney Weaver, Alan Rickman, Tony Shalhoub, Sam Rockwell, Enrico Colantoni, Daryl Mitchell, Justin Long, Missi Pyle, and Rainn Wilson, this rollicking send-up of sci-fi fanaticism is as funny today as when it premiered in theatres 25 years ago on December 25, 1999. Newly remastered under the supervision of director Dean Parisot, GALAXY QUEST is presented in 4K Ultra HD with spectacular Dolby Vision® and HDR-10, as well as with Dolby Atmos® sound for the most immersive home viewing experience. For its 25th anniversary, the film will be available in a nationwide release and a Limited-Edition SteelBook®, both of which offer access to a Digital copy of the film and over 90 minutes of new and legacy bonus content, including a new Filmmaker Focus with director Dean Parisot reflecting on the film and its enduring popularity. The 25th anniversary release also includes the previously created Thermian language track. Bonus content is detailed below: Filmmaker Focus with director Dean Parisot—NEW! Historical Documents: The Story of Galaxy Quest · Never Give Up, Never Surrender: The Intrepid Crew of the NSEA Protector · By Grabthar's Hammer, What Amazing Effects · Alien School: Creating the Thermian Race · Actors in Space · Sigourney Weaver Raps · Deleted Scenes · Theatrical Trailer Synopsis Years after cancellation, the stars of the television series Galaxy Quest cling to their careers. When a distressed interstellar race mistakes the show for “historical documents,” lead actor Jason Nesmith (Tim Allen) and his crew of has-beens are unwittingly recruited to save the alien race from a genocidal warlord. Featuring an all-star ensemble, including Sigourney Weaver, Alan Rickman, Tony Shalhoub, Sam Rockwell, Daryl Mitchell, Justin Long and Rainn Wilson, GALAXY QUEST is a hilarious adventure that boldly goes where no comedy has gone before.Posted Tue Oct 29, 2024 at 10:16 AM PDT by: -
All Treats, No Tricks - HDD's 4K UHD & Blu-ray Shopping Guide, Oct. 29, 2024How did ya do last week? Did you have more will power than I did and keep it under a hundred bucks? Some of those releases could have been released a different week, agreed? As we enter our last week of October and approach November, there is still not much of a reprieve for volume of releases. It's like a one-two punch! Oh and hey, HAPPY HALLOWEEN! Welcome to Volume 5 Episode 22 of our weekly release guide. A look at the highlights of what's coming to disc the week of October 27th - November 2nd, as well as a look at announcements from last week. 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Releases- UK Import Monday begins with Second Sight and their release of Late Night with the Devil. This one comes in one of their well known Limited Edition fat-packs and a Standard Edition as well. I took one for the team and ordered the Limited Edition 4K, so expect a US announcement any time now to replace 1 of the 2 editions you got on blu-ray. StudioCanal releases two Cult Classics titles, previously as SteelBooks, this week as standard case releases, Orca and Red Sun. Domestic Tuesday offer a lot, just no New Releases. Where to begin is often times a challenge but I usually go somewhat alphabetically. Two titles from Paramount this week with A to Z, Addams Family Values and Zodiac. Kino Lorber continues to be plagued with delayed releases, but what we can confirm as coming out this week is Baby Blood (Kino Cult #19). From Warner Bros this week, the 1966 animated classic Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas!. Shout! Factory is up next with a pair of 'Collector's Edition' releases, Drag Me To Hell and Shocker. Not sure if what I am seeing is true, but it is quite possible that both Arrow Video's releases of Trick 'r Treat are Sold Out. There is the Standard Release and the Arrow Store Exclusive release. This one enjoys quite the cult following so it's possible they've already sold through their run. Standard edition Vinegar Syndrome releases this week (via Amazon) include Delirium: Photo of Gioia and Howling II: Your Sister Is A Werewolf. Turbine Medien has the German release of Peter Jackson's The Frighteners as a 4K SteelBook with a street date of Tuesday. Blu-ray releases- Blu-ray counterparts of the above 4K releases? Nope, not this week. But we already got em in the past. Monday UK imports... there are a few interesting ones. Have a look see: Freud's Last Session (UK Import) Bloodbath at the House of Death (1984) (UK Import) Paddington Bear: The Complete Collection (1975-1986) (UK Import Limited Pop Up Edition) Paddington Bear: The Complete Collection (1975-1986) (UK Import) J-Horror Rising - Arrow Video Blu-ray Limited Edition Columbia Horror - Indicator Series Limited Edition (Region B UK Import) El Vampiro: Two Bloodsucking Tales from Mexico - Indicator Series Limited Edition (UK Import) Daiei Gothic: Japanese Ghost Stories - Limited Edition (UK Import) Dogra Magra - Limited Edition (UK Import) A Quiet Place in the Country (UK Import Limited Edition) Domestic releases Tuesday looks a little bit daunting, but just like most months towards the last week, those include Vinegar Syndrome's site exclusive releases. Don't get me wrong, it's still a pretty busy calendar without those titles. And I do encourage you to shop their stuff too. Warner Archive Collection (barring any last minute bumps) is on track to release the following this week; The Beast With Five Fingers (1946), For Your Consideration (2006), A Man Called Shenandoah (1965-1966), The Return of Doctor X (1939), Sweethearts and The Walking Dead (1936). Anime highlights this week include The Ancient Magus' Bride - Season Two, Part Two, The Executioner and Her Way of Life Complete Collection (Premium Box Set), Level 1, Demon Lord and One Room Hero - Complete Collection, One Piece Film: Gold - Movie and a Crunchyroll Store exclusive title with a Thursday release date, Macross Plus - Movie + OVA: Ultimate Edition. Collectors of Kino Cult Series can look for #18, The Classic Ghosts this week. And if you have been collecting the Film Noir series, here is the next one, Film Noir: The Dark Side of Cinema XXII. Honorable mention, because, just because doped out animals are now hip. This time, look for Crackcoon. Wednesday import releases, a couple of 3D Turbine Medien titles and a few titles from down under. Dolittle - Turbine Collector's Series 3D Blu-ray (German Import) Migration - Turbine Collector's Series 3D Blu-ray (German Import) Mission: Impossible - Fallout - Turbine Collector's Series 3D Blu-ray (German Import) Abbott and Costello Horror Collection (1948 – 1955) – Limited Edition 3D Lenticular Hardcase + Art Cards (Australian Import) The Mummy Collection (1932 – 1944) – Limited Edition 3D Lenticular Hardcase + Art Cards (Australian Import) The Antichrist (1974) - Imprint Films Limited Edition Death Valley (1982) - Imprint Films Limited Edition Notable announcements from last week: Arrow Video has announced their January 2025 titles. In the US, Canada and the UK, look for The Cell on Blu-ray and 4K, Incubus on Blu-ray and 4K, Inglourious Basterds on Blu-ray and 4K, Rampo Noir on Blu-ray, in the UK only, The Gift on Blu-ray and 4K (The US is getting a release from Shout Factory), and The Usual Suspects on Blu-ray and 4K (Kino Lorber did a 4K in the US). LionsGate is finally giving us Jackie Brown in 4K in January 2025. Disney is releasing four more Disney+ TV show seasons to 4K SteelBook, and this go round it looks like we are getting Dolby Vision on the disc to boot! Check out our article here. 4K Release Calendar 2K/BD Release Calendar Which titles are you buying this week? Which ones are on your wishlist, be it to buy as an impulse buy or to wait for the right price?Posted Mon Oct 28, 2024 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
Arrow Video Reveals January 2025 4K UHD and Blu-ray Limited EditionsArrow Video rings in the new year with a new wave of 4K Blu-ray and Blu-rays arriving in January! Titles include: Inglourious Basterds (2009), The Gift (2000), incubus (1966), Rampo Noir (2005), The Usual Suspects (1995), and The Cell (2000). Note that The Gift and The Usual Suspects are UK only. Lots of good stuff here and surely something for everyone. I myself am intrigued by Incubus as I have never seen that one, or Rampo Noir - always love anthologies. Inglourious Basterds - 4K UHD Arrow Limited Edition Inglourious Basterds - Arrow Limited Edition Blu-ray also available One of the most celebrated filmmakers of our time harnesses the power of cinema itself to rewrite history in this electrifying WWII thriller.Narrowly escaping the massacre of her entire family by the SS, Shosanna Dreyfus (Mélanie Laurent) flees to Paris and forges a new identity as the owner and operator of a cinema. Meanwhile, a guerilla band of Jewish-American soldiers known as "The Basterds" led by Lt. Aldo Raine (Brad Pitt), are waging a bloody war of attrition behind enemy lines but Europe remains beneath Nazi bootheels. Believing themselves unstoppable, the leaders of the Third Reich assemble in Paris for the premiere of propaganda epic Nation's Pride. The location? Shosanna's cinema. With all the rotten eggs in one basket, "The Basterds" join forces with British Commando Lt. Archie Hicox (Michael Fassbender) and German film star/undercover allied agent Bridget Von Hammersmark (Diane Kruger) to infiltrate the premiere. Their plan? Blow up the basket…Brim-filled with shocking violence, thrilling action and excruciating suspense, Inglourious Basterds was a box office smash around the world garnering eight Academy Award™ (2009) nominations including Best Picture, Best Director and Best Screenplay, with Christoph Waltz winning Best Supporting Actor for his star-making turn as the chilling SS Col. Hans Landa. Witness the war as it might have been in this stunning new edition, packed with explosive extras!LIMITED EDITION CONTENTS Limited edition 'Operation Kino' packaging with new art by Dare Creative 60-page 'Films & Filmmakers' collector's book with writing by film critics Dennis Cozzalio and Bill Ryan Double-sided fold-out poster Replica Nation's Pride Premiere programme booklet La Louisianne beermat 3 postcard sized double-sided art cards Strudel recipe card Reversible sleeve with original and newly commissioned artwork by Dare Creative 4K Blu-ray presentation in High Dynamic Range Original lossless DTS-HD MA 5.1 audio Optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing Brand new audio commentary by film critic and author Tim Lucas EXTRAS - BLU-RAY What Would Sally Do?, a new interview with editor Fred Raskin Blood Fiction, a new interview with special make-up effects supervisor Greg Nicotero Doomstruck, a new interview with actor Omar Doom Making it Right, a new visual essay by film critic Walter Chaw, author of A Walter Hill Film Film History on Fire, a new visual essay by film scholar Pamela Hutchinson, author of BFI Film Classics Pandora's Box Filmmaking in Occupied France, a new interview with film scholar Christine Leteux, author of Continental Films: French Cinema Under German Control Extended and alternate scenes Nation's Pride The Making of Nation's Pride, an archival featurette Roundtable Discussion, an archival interview with Quentin Tarantino, Brad Pitt and Elvis Mitchell The Original Inglorious Bastards, archival featurette A Conversation with Rod Taylor, archival featurette Rod Taylor on Victoria Bitter, archival featurette Quentin Tarantino's Camera Angel, archival featurette Hi Sallys, archival featurette Film Poster Gallery Tour with Elvis Mitchell, archival featurette Trailers The Gift - 4K UHD Arrow UK Limited Edition The Gift - Arrow UK Limited Edition Blu-ray also available Director Sam Raimi combined the spooky underpinnings of his early work with his newly proven talent for handling powerful drama in the supernatural thriller The Gift, coaxing nuanced performances from a star-studded cast to bring a gripping script by Billy Bob Thornton & Tom Epperson (One False Move) to life.In rural Georgia, recently widowed psychic Annie Wilson (Cate Blanchett) works as a tarot reader to support her young family. When she is introduced to her son's affable school principal (Greg Kinnear) and his socialite fiancée (Katie Holmes), Annie has a grisly premonition of things yet to come. After her violent vision comes true, all eyes turn to Annie, leaving her with no choice but to use her clairvoyant abilities to find the culprit herself. Could it be the abusive husband (Keanu Reeves) of one of Annie's regular clients (Hilary Swank)? Or the nervy mechanic (Giovanni Ribisi) whose yearning for friendship masks an uncontrollable rage? Or is another terrible secret hiding in plain sight?Made right before a certain web-slinger finally catapulted Raimi from the cult fringes onto Hollywood's A-list, The Gift is an underappreciated but vital entry in his filmography that is ripe for reappraisal with this brand new 4K remaster.Special Features and Technical Specs: NEW4K RESTORATION from the 35mm interpositive by Arrow Films and Shout! Factory DOLBY VISION/HDR PRESENTATION Original DTS-HD MA 5.1 surround audio and optional lossless stereo audio Optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard-of-hearing Brand new audio commentary by critics Alexandra Heller-Nicholas and Josh Nelson Brand new audio commentary by critic Meagan Navarro Isolated music and effects track Haunting Visions, a newly filmed interview with actor Chelcie Ross Savage Waters, a newly filmed interview with editors Bob Murawski and Arthur Coburn Southern Gothic, a newly filmed interview with composer Christopher Young Four archive featurettes: The Gift: A Look Inside, The Making of The Gift, The Cast on Sam Raimi and Sam Raimi on The Cast Promotional interviews with Sam Raimi, Cate Blanchett, Keanu Reeves and Giovanni Ribisi Footage from the film's world premiere Music video for "Furnace Room Lullaby" by Neko Case Theatrical trailer, TV spots and radio spots Reversible sleeve featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Thinh Dinh Illustrated collector's booklet featuring new writing on the film by Bilge Ebiri, original production notes and an excerpt from the book The Unseen Force: The Films of Sam Raimi by John Kenneth Muir The Usual Suspects - 4K UHD Arrow UK Limited Edition The Usual Suspects - Arrow UK Limited Edition Blu-ray also available. Amidst the wave of neo-noir thrillers that swept American cinema in the 1990s, few films made as much impact as The Usual Suspects, which revolutionized the genre, won two Academy Awards® and is still regarded as one of the greatest crime films ever made.After a brutal massacre on a cargo ship off the coast of Los Angeles leaves 27 men dead, Special Agent Dave Kujan (Chazz Palminteri) interrogates one of the only two survivors, small-time con artist Verbal Kint (Kevin Spacey). During the interview, Kint tells Kujan of how he was recruited by the fearsome crime lord Keyser Söze to commit a series of daring heists with four other crooked misfits: Dean Keaton (Gabriel Byrne), Mike McManus (Stephen Baldwin), Fred Fenster (Benicio del Toro) and Todd Hockey (Kevin Pollak). But as Kint's account of the events leading up to the massacre becomes more convoluted, Kujan becomes increasingly skeptical and determined to discover the identity of the elusive Keyser Söze.With an unforgettably twisty and tightly written Oscar®-winning script by Christopher McQuarrie, The Usual Suspects is an unmissable entry in the canon of American indie cinema.Special Features and Technical Specs: 4K RESTORATION from the original negative approved by cinematographer Newton Thomas Sigel DOLBY VISION/HDR PRESENTATION Original lossless DTS-HD MA 5.1 and 2.0 Optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing Audio commentary with director Bryan Singer and writer Christopher McQuarrie Audio commentary with editor and composer John Ottman The Devil in the Details, an archival interview with Newton Thomas Sigel Archival interview with John Ottman Round Up: Deposing the Usual Suspects, a two-part featurette delving into the creation and production of The Usual Suspects with clips, interviews with key figures, and footage from the making of the film Keyser Söze (Lie or Legend?), an archival featurette Heisting Cannes with The Usual Suspects, archival footage from the film's world premiere at the 1995 Cannes Film Festival Introducing The Usual Suspects, an original EPK featurette Deleted scenes with introduction by John Ottman Gag reel Interview outtakes with Chazz Palminteri, Stephen Baldwin, Kevin Pollak, Benicio del Toro, and Bryan Singer International trailer U.S. trailer with introduction by John Ottman TV spots Reversible sleeve featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Tommy Pocket Collector's booklet featuring new writing by Barry Forshaw Double-sided fold-out poster featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Tommy Pocket Incubus (1966) - 4K UHD Arrow Limited Edition Incubus (1966) - Arrow Limited Edition Blu-ray also available It is often said that films about the Devil are cursed with bad luck, but Leslie Stevens' Incubus might be the most cursed of them all. By the time it premiered in 1966, two of its stars had tragically taken their own lives; the eccentric director's insistence on filming in the obscure Esperanto language ensured it failed to receive any distribution; and it was nearly lost forever when the original elements were believed lost in a fire. Decades passed until it was finally saved and unveiled to the public in all its unholy glory!Wounded in battle, soldier Marc (William Shatner, just prior to being cast in Star Trek) ventures to the remote village of Nomen Tuum to find a well where the waters are said to be blessed with healing powers. Little does he suspect that the inhabitants of Nomen Tuum are demonic seductresses who entice interlopers and lead them to damnation, and one such succubus, Kia (Allyson Ames) has her sights on Marc. As an eclipse shrouds the sun and darkness falls over the village, Marc and Kia's relationship becomes more passionate… will his soul survive?Now restored in 4K from the last known surviving 35mm print, this eerie and unforgettable American folk horror from the creator of The Outer Limits survives to chill a new generation as never seen before. Stylishly filmed in Big Sur and other California locations by cinematographer (and future Academy Award winner) Conrad L. Hall, Incubus is a film unlike any other, now accompanied by hours of bonus features delving into the mysteries of this once-thought-lost cult classic.Special Features and Technical Specs: 4K RESTORATION from the last surviving 35mm print by Le Chat Qui Fume DOLBY VISION/HDR PRESENTATION Original lossless Esperanto mono audio Optional English subtitles Optional Esperanto subtitles for the deaf and hard-of-hearing New audio commentary by writer and genre historian David J. Schow, author of The Outer Limits: The Official Companion Archive audio commentary by star William Shatner Archive audio commentary by producer Anthony Taylor, cinematographer Conrad L. Hall and camera operator William Fraker Alternate 1.37:1 presentation of the film (1080p only) Words and Worlds: Incubus and Esperanto in Cinema, a newly filmed interview with genre historian Stephen Bissette Internacia Lingvo: A History of Esperanto, a newly filmed interview with Esther Schor, author of Bridge of Words: Esperanto and the Dream of a Universal Language An Interview with the Makers of Incubus, an archive interview by Schow with Taylor, Hall and Fraker Video trailer Reversible sleeve featuring newly commissioned artwork by Richard Wells Illustrated collector's booklet featuring new writing on the film by Frank Collins and Jason Kruppa The Cell (2000) - 4K UHD Arrow Limited Edition The Cell (2000) - Arrow Limited Edition Blu-ray also available Sublime, grotesque and visually ravishing, Tarsem Singh's debut feature delivers on the extraordinary artistry of his work in music video and commercials as it takes the audience on a journey through the bizarre worlds inside the mind of a killer. When serial murderer Carl Stargher (Vincent D'Onofrio) falls into a coma with his latest victim still trapped in an unknown location and waiting to die, the FBI turn to psychologist Catherine Deane (Jennifer Lopez) for help. Using an experimental technology she enters the dark dreamscape of Stargher's mind, attempting to learn his secrets before it's too late. But his unconscious is a twisted nightmare, a labyrinth that threatens to trap her inside his terrifying world forever. To save a life, she'll have to risk her own. With a script by Mark Protosevich (I Am Legend), and a supporting cast that includes Vince Vaughn (Brawl in Cell Block 99) and Marianne Jean-Baptiste (In Fabric), The Cell is a gripping, edge-of-the-seat thriller, filled with jaw-dropping imagery that will entrance and unsettle in equal measure. LIMITED EDITION CONTENTS NEW 4K RESTORATIONS of both the 107-minute Theatrical Cut and the 109-minute Director's Cut by Arrow Films, approved by director Tarsem Singh Includes bonus disc containing a previously unseen version of the film with alternate aspect ratio and alternate grading created by director of photography Paul Laufer Original lossless DTS-HD MA 5.1 audio Optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing Illustrated collector's book containing new writing on the film by critics Heather Drain, Marc Edward Heuck, Josh Hurtado, and Virat Nehru Limited edition packaging with reversible sleeve featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Peter Savieri DISC ONE - FEATURE & EXTRAS 4K BLU-RAY 4K Blu-ray presentation of both the Theatrical and Director's cuts of the film in its original 2.39:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible) Brand new audio commentary with film scholars Josh Nelson & Alexandra Heller-Nicholas Brand new audio commentary with screenwriter Mark Protosevich & film critic Kay Lynch Archive audio commentary with director Tarsem Singh Archive audio commentary with director of photography Paul Laufer, production designer Tom Foden, makeup supervisor Michèle Burke, costume designer April Napier, visual effects supervisor Kevin Tod Haug, and composer Howard Shore Projection of the Mind's Eye, a new feature-length interview with director Tarsem Singh Between Two Worlds, a new in-depth interview with director of photography Paul Laufer DISC TWO - ALTERNATE VERSION & EXTRAS BLU-RAY Previously unseen version of the Theatrical Cut of the film, presented in 1.78:1 aspect ratio with alternate grading, from a 2K master created by director of photography Paul Laufer Paul Laufer Illuminates, a new interview about the alternate master of The Cell presented on this disc Art is Where You Find It, a new visual essay by film scholar Alexandra Heller-Nicholas The Costuming Auteur, a new visual essay by film critic Abby Bender Style as Substance: Reflections on Tarsem, an archive featurette Eight deleted/extended scenes with optional audio commentary by director Tarsem Singh Six multi-angle archive visual effects vignettes Theatrical trailers Image gallery Rampo Noir - Arrow Limited Edition Four filmmakers from completely different backgrounds bring their radically personal takes to the stories of Japan's celebrated master of the macabre, Edogawa Rampo (Horrors of Malformed Men, Blind Beast).In "Mars's Canal", by music video director and visual artist Suguru Takeuchi, a lone man encounters the other side of his psyche beyond the reflective surface of a circular pond set in a desolate landscape. Japanese New Wave auteur and longtime director of the Ultraman series Akio Jissoji (This Transient Life, Mandala) harnesses his distinctive stylistic sheen in his story of a mad mirror maker, "Mirror Hell". "Caterpillar" sees the singular vision of cult director Hisayasu Sato (The Bedroom, Naked Blood) at its most grotesque, in his portrait of a wounded war veteran who returns from the frontline as little more than a bloody torso, helpless to defend himself against the increasingly perverted caprices of an embittered wife. Finally, a famous actor is subjected to the obsessive attentions of her limo driver in "Crawling Bugs", the directorial debut of internationally acclaimed manga artist Atsushi Kaneko (Bambi and Her Pink Gun).Produced by the same team behind Ichi the Killer and Uzumaki, and with a cast featuring some of Japan's top stars, including Tadanobu Asano (Maboroshi, Silence) and Ryuhei Matsuda (Blue Spring, Gohatto), Rampo Noir is a stylistic tour-de-force that vividly evokes the "erotic grotesque" worlds created by Japan's pioneering proponent of horror and mystery fiction.Special Features and Technical Specs: Original lossless Japanese stereo audio Optional newly translated English subtitles Brand new audio commentary by Japanese film experts Jasper Sharp and Alexander Zahlten Another World, a new interview with Suguru Takeuchi, director of "Mars's Canal" A Moving Transformation, a new interview with Hisayasu Sato, director of "Caterpillar" Butterfly Queen, a new interview with Atsushi Kaneko, manga artist and director of "Crawling Bugs" Hall of Mirrors, a new interview with cinematographer Masao Nakabori about working with Akio Jissoji and "Mirror Hell" The Butterfly Effect, a new interview with Akiko Ashizawa, the cinematographer of "Caterpillar" Looking in the Mirror, a new interview with actor Yumi Yoshiyuki about "Mirror Hell" Archive stage greeting footage with the cast and directors from the Japanese premiere of Rampo Noir Crossing the Lens, a feature-length making-of documentary by Tatsuya Fukushima from 2006 Image gallery Reversible sleeve featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Luke Insect Illustrated collector's booklet featuring new writing on the film by Eugene Thacker and Seth Jacobowitz All of these titles are now listed in the Arrow Video shop and should be available for preorder at other retailers shortly.Posted Sun Oct 27, 2024 at 09:37 AM PDT by: -
Disney Announces Mandalorian SSN 3, Ahsoka, Hawkeye, & Loki SSN 2 for 4K UHD SteelBook In Dolby Vision with Atmos December 3rd!More fan-favorite Disney+ seasons of our favorite shows are coming to 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray with more glorious SteelBook packaging. To make things interesting, each episode of each series will finally be blessed with Dolby Vision HDR! Pre-orders start October 31st! One can question any number of decisions Disney makes for their catalog releases, but you have to give them credit where credit is due. Their first two rounds of Disney+ Marvel and Star Wars shows were overwhelming successes. Even regulated to HDR10, the A/V presentation of the 4K discs offered a superior experience than their streaming counterparts. For this third round of releases, Disney is finally getting on board with Dolby Vision HDR in addition to HDR10 with Atmos for every episode! Here's what's coming our way! However, for 1080p Blu-ray fans out there, nothing in this press release indicated a standard Blu-ray release. We don't know what's up there and are trying to pindown some confirmation if these releases will be on both formats or just a 4K option going forward. The Walt Disney Company has revealed that four all-new collector’s editions of popular Disney+ Original series from Lucasfilm and Marvel Studios will be available on 4K UHD on December 3. The special must-have releases feature sleek SteelBook® packaging, exclusive concept art cards and never-before-seen bonus content, making them an absolute must-have for fans to add to their collection. All four titles will be available to pre-order from October 31, 2024.Like the previous Lucasfilm and Marvel Studios Collector’s Editions released earlier this year (Star Wars: Obi-Wan Kenobi, Star Wars: Andor Season 1, Marvel Studios’ The Falcon and The Winter Soldier Season 1 and Marvel Studios’ Moon Knight Season 1), each of these new releases will be available nationally on 4K UHD SteelBook® with brand-new box art designed by popular artist Attila Szarka and collectible concept art cards.Additionally, the four titles will be the first Disney+ Originals to include breathtaking 4K Ultra HD Dolby Vision® along with Atmos® audio, delivering an unforgettable home theater experience with jaw-dropping visuals and immersive, cinematic sound! Star Wars: The Mandalorian The Complete Third Season - 4K UHD SteelBook SYNOPSISThe journeys of the Mandalorian through the Star Wars galaxy continue. Once a lone bounty hunter, Din Djarin has reunited with Grogu. Meanwhile, the New Republic struggles to lead the galaxy away from its dark history. The Mandalorian will cross paths with old allies and make new enemies as he and Grogu continue their journey together.BONUS FEATURES Honoring the Magistrate: A Tribute to Carl Weathers — Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni pay tribute to Carl Weathers, the unforgettable talent behind Greef Karga. Galactic Legacy: The Creatures and Droids of The Mandalorian — Discover the secrets of Season Three’s memorable creatures and droids with the artists who bring them to life. Forging the Covert: Part Three — Jon Favreau, Dave Filoni and the filmmakers explore the expanding world of Season Three’s Mandalorian warriors. Star Wars: Ahsoka The Complete First Season - 4K UHD SteelBook SYNOPSISSet after the fall of the Empire, Ahsoka follows the former Jedi Knight Ahsoka Tano as she investigates an emerging threat to a vulnerable galaxy.BONUS FEATURES Ahsoka: Legacy — Join cast and crew for a look at developing Ahsoka's live-action series. Path of the Apprentice — Explore the dynamic of Anakin Skywalker and Ahsoka within the world between worlds. Ghosts of the Past — Go deep with a spotlight on Ahsoka's allies: Sabine, Hera, Ezra and Chopper. Darkness Rising — Uncover the secrets of Ahsoka's foes. Hawkeye The Complete First Season - 4K UHD SteelBook SYNOPSISMarvel Studios' Hawkeye is an original series set in post-blip New York City where former Avenger Clint Barton aka Hawkeye (Jeremy Renner) has a seemingly simple mission: get back to his family for Christmas. But when a threat from his past shows up, Hawkeye reluctantly teams up with Kate Bishop (Hailee Steinfeld) - a 22-year-old skilled archer and his biggest fan - to unravel a criminal conspiracy.BONUS FEATURES A Tale of Two Hawkeyes — Discover how the cast and crew extended the Hawkeye legacy, bringing together Clint Barton and new character Kate Bishop. Gag Reel — Take a look at some of the hilarious outtakes on set with the cast and crew of Hawkeye. Deleted ScenesAssembled: The Making of Hawkeye — Peer behind the scenes of the show with Jeremy Renner, Hailee Steinfeld, and the rest of the cast and crew. Follow the Trail — Young Kate leaves behind clues for a scavenger hunt. At The Stake — Clint reluctantly celebrates with a group of fans in the city. Burning of the Suit — Clint burns the Ronin suit. Kate’s First Day at Work — Kate uses her awkward first day at work to her advantage. Ice Cream — Little Maya finds out her dad can't pick her up from practice. Detour — Clint and Kate find an unmarked car in front of her apartment. Friends? — Little Maya and Little Kazi meet for the first time when their fathers do business together. You Never Miss — Clint's relationship with his mom is revealed through childhood memories. Clint and his mom attempt to rob a convenience store, which ends up a disaster. Moira Comes Home — Moira chases Clint and Kate out of her apartment. Old Friend — Clint prepares a familiar weapon. Sorry — Maya and Clint have a moment of understanding after a battle. Until It’s Done — Eleanor takes a trip to have dinner. A shocking insight is revealed. Boomerang — Clint and Kate gather supplies at a sporting goods store to build trick arrows. Loki The Complete Second Season - 4k UHD SteelBook SYNOPSISLoki Season 2 picks up in the aftermath of the shocking season one finale when Loki finds himself in a battle for the soul of the Time Variance Authority. Along with Mobius, Hunter B-15 and a team of new and returning characters, Loki navigates an ever-expanding and increasingly dangerous multiverse in search of Sylvie, Judge Renslayer, Miss Minutes and the truth of what it means to possess free will and glorious purpose. BONUS FEATURES Loki Through Time — Travel through over a decade of Loki’s timeline with Tom Hiddleston, Kevin Feige and more as they dive deeper into the villainous yet lovable character that fans can’t get enough of in the Loki series. Gag Reel — Take a look at some of the fun moments on set with the cast and crew of Loki Season 2. Deleted/Extended ScenesAssembled: The Making of Loki Season 2 — Join the cast and crew of Loki Season 2 as they pull back the curtain on Loki’s Iatest MCU adventure. What Would You Like? — Distraught after the events of season 1, Sylvie leaves the Citidel at the End of Time and finds an escape in a McDonalds in 1982. Key Lime Break — Loki and Mobius share a moment savoring a key lime pie in the TVA lunchroom. Roll Call — Loki names off all the people who have spoken ill of him in the past, including a few recognizable names. Mobius tries to comfort him. Product SpecificationsRelease Date: December 3, 2024Product SKUsThe Mandalorian: 4K Ultra HD SteelBook® (2 discs)Ahsoka: 4K Ultra HD SteelBook® (2 discs)Hawkeye: 4K Ultra HD SteelBook® (2 discs)Loki: 4K Ultra HD SteelBook® (2 discs)Total Run TimeThe Mandalorian: 339 minutesAhsoka: 356 minutesHawkeye: 279 minutesLoki: 297 minutesAspect RatioThe Mandalorian: 2:39:1Ahsoka: 2:39:1Hawkeye: 2:39:1Loki: 2:20:1Disc Size4K UHD Blu-ray: 100GBU.S. Audio4K Ultra HD: English Dolby Atmos and 2.0 Dolby Digital Descriptive Audio, Spanish and French 5.1 Dolby DigitalU.S. Subtitles4K Ultra HD: English SDH, Spanish, French Again, these aren't yet up for pre-order but they will be in one week - so mark some time on Halloween!Posted Thu Oct 24, 2024 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
'Joker: Folie À Deux' Warbles to 4K UHD & Blu-ray Disc December 17th - Streaming October 29thSometimes, you can only dip into a well once. After a blistering hit from critics and fans and a box office take to match, Joker: Folie À Deux will sprint onto theater-at-home streaming on October 29th with 4K UHD & Blu-ray discs dropping in time for Christmas. Ouch, that's a painfully quick turnaround. In case you didn't notice, the coverage of the jukebox musical sequel Joker: Folie À Deux hasn't exactly been kind. In fact, it's been pretty damn brutal. Ever since the film premiered at the Venice Film Festival, this sequel from Todd Phillips starring Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga, the good news has been about as scarce as positive reviews. Now with the studio blame game train under a full head of steam, Joker: Folie À Deux will sneak its way onto digital retail platforms on October 29th with 4K and Blu-ray discs dropping down the chimney on December 17th in time for a very merry Christmas. Joker: Folie À Deux finds Arthur Fleck institutionalized at Arkham awaiting trial for his crimes as Joker. While struggling with his dual identity, Arthur not only stumbles upon true love, but also finds the music that's always been inside him. Joker: Folie À Deux - 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Joker: Folie À Deux Joker: Folie À Deux - 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray SteelBook Joker: Folie À Deux Premium Digital Ownership, 4K UHD and Blu-ray contain the following special features: Everything Must Go (4 Part Longform Documentary) Can I Have A Cigarette? Finding Lee A Hundred Films In One King of Nothing The Character Of Music Live! With The Joker Colors Of Madness Crafted With Class You can pre-order Joker: Folie À Deux (2024) now! and included below is the press announcement: JOKER: FOLIE À DEUX Sequel to the 2019 Film Joker from Director Todd Phillips Becomes Available for Purchase and Rental Debuts for Premium Digital Ownership and Rental on October 29 4K UHD, Blu-ray and DVD Arrive on December 17 Burbank, CA, October 22, 2024 – From acclaimed writer/director/producer Todd Phillips comes Joker: Folie À Deux, the follow-up to 2019’s Academy Award-winning Joker, which earned more than $1 billion at the global box office. The new film stars Joaquin Phoenix once again in his Oscar-winning dual role as Arthur Fleck/Joker, opposite Oscar winner Lady Gaga (“A Star Is Born”). Joker: Folie À Deux debuts for purchase and rental digitally at home on October 29. On October 29, Joker: Folie À Deux will be available for early Premium Digital Ownership at home and for 48-hour rental via PVOD on participating digital platforms where you purchase or rent movies, including Amazon Prime Video, AppleTV, Google Play, Fandango at Home, and more. On December 17, Joker: Folie À Deux will be available to own on 4K UHD, Blu-ray and DVD from online and physical retailers. Joker: Folie À Deux will also continue to be available to own in high definition and standard definition from participating digital retailers. Joker: Folie À Deux finds Arthur Fleck institutionalized at Arkham awaiting trial for his crimes as Joker. While struggling with his dual identity, Arthur not only stumbles upon true love, but also finds the music that's always been inside him.The film also stars Oscar nominees Brendan Gleeson (The Banshees of Inisherin) and Catherine Keener (Get Out, Capote), alongside Zazie Beetz, reprising her role from Joker.Phillips, who received Oscar nominations for directing, writing and producing Joker, directed Joker: Folie À Deux from a screenplay co-written with fellow Oscar nominee Scott Silver, based on characters from DC. The film was produced by Phillips, Oscar nominee Emma Tillinger Koskoff and Joseph Garner. Lady Gaga served as music consultant. The film’s executive producers are Michael E. Uslan, Georgia Kacandes, Silver, Mark Friedberg and Jason Ruder. DIGITAL, 4K, BLU-RAY & DVD ELEMENTS Joker: Folie À Deux Premium Digital Ownership, 4K UHD and Blu-ray contain the following special features: 4K UHD Everything Must Go (4 Part Longform Documentary) Can I Have A Cigarette? Finding Lee A Hundred Films In One King of Nothing The Character Of Music Live! With The Joker Colors Of Madness Crafted With Class BASICS Premium Digital Ownership: October 29, 2024 4K UHD, Blu-ray and DVD Street Date: December 17, 2024 4K Languages: English, German, Latin Spanish, Italian, Canadian French 4K Subtitles: English, Danish, Finnish, Canadian French, Parisian French, German, Italian, Norwegian, Latin Spanish, Swedish BD Languages: English, Canadian French, Latin Spanish BD Subtitles: English, Latin Spanish, Parisian French, Canadian French DVD Languages: English, Latin Spanish, Canadian French DVD Subtitles: English, Latin Spanish, Korean, Parisian French, Canadian French, Chinese – Complex, Cantonese Running Time: 138 minutes Rating: R for some strong violence, language throughout, some sexuality, and brief full nudity DVD: DLBY/DGTL 4K UHD and Blu-ray: ATMOS TrueHD, DLBY/DGTL The Credits From acclaimed writer/director/producer Todd Phillips comes Joker: Folie À Deux, the much-anticipated follow-up to 2019’s Academy Award-winning Joker, which earned more than $1 billion at the global box office. The new film stars Joaquin Phoenix once again in his Oscar-winning dual role as Arthur Fleck/Joker, opposite Oscar winner Lady Gaga (A Star Is Born). Joker: Folie À Deux finds Arthur Fleck institutionalized at Arkham awaiting trial for his crimes as Joker. While struggling with his dual identity, Arthur not only stumbles upon true love, but also finds the music that's always been inside him.The film also stars Oscar nominees Brendan Gleeson (The Banshees of Inisherin) and Catherine Keener (Get Out, Capote), alongside Zazie Beetz, reprising her role from Joker.Phillips, who was nominated for Oscars for directing, writing and producing Joker, directed Joker: Folie À Deux from a screenplay by fellow Oscar nominee Scott Silver & Phillips, based on characters from DC. The film was produced by Phillips, Oscar nominee Emma Tillinger Koskoff and Joseph Garner. Lady Gaga served as music consultant. The film’s executive producers are Michael E. Uslan, Georgia Kacandes, Silver, Mark Friedberg and Jason Ruder.Working with Phillips behind the camera are his team from Joker, including Oscar-nominated director of photography Lawrence Sher, production designer Mark Friedberg, Oscar-nominated editor Jeff Groth, and composer Hildur Guðnadóttir, who won the Oscar for her work on the first film. New to the team is Oscar-nominated costume designer Arianne Phillips (Once Upon a Time in… Hollywood, Don’t Worry Darling). Ruder is the film’s executive music producer and the music supervisors are Randall Poster and George Drakoulias. Casting is by Francine Maisler (the Dune films, Challengers).Warner Bros. Pictures Presents A Joint Effort Production, A Film by Todd Phillips, Joker: Folie À Deux. The film is released worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures.Posted Tue Oct 22, 2024 at 09:39 AM PDT by:
