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'Spectre' Blu-ray Up for Pre-Orders[teaser]Sam Mendes' latest James Bond flick starring Daniel Craig as special agent 007 is now up for preorder at Amazon. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, MGM is preparing to release 'Spectre' on Blu-ray with a rumored release date of February 9. A cryptic message from the past leads James Bond (Daniel Craig) to Mexico City and Rome, where he meets the beautiful widow (Monica Bellucci) of an infamous criminal. After infiltrating a secret meeting, 007 uncovers the existence of the sinister organization SPECTRE. Needing the help of the daughter of an old nemesis, he embarks on a mission to find her. As Bond ventures toward the heart of SPECTRE, he discovers a chilling connection between himself and the enemy (Christoph Waltz) he seeks. Specs and supplements haven't been revealed yet, but the suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $39.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Spectre' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under the tentative date of February 9. Order the Blu-rayPosted Wed Dec 9, 2015 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
'The Intern' Dated and Detailed for Blu-ray[teaser]The latest Nancy Meyers comedy will arrive on Blu-ray in January. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Brothers is preparing to bring 'The Intern' to Blu-ray on January 19. Robert De Niro stars as Ben Whittaker, a 70-year-old widower who has discovered that retirement isn't all it's cracked up to be. Seizing an opportunity to get back in the game, he becomes a senior intern at an online fashion site, founded and run by Jules Ostin (Anne Hathaway). The Blu-ray combo pack will feature 1080p video, lossless 5.1 audio, and supplements include: Learning From Experience; Designs on Life, and The Three Interns. You can find the latest specs for 'The Intern' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under January 19. Order the Blu-rayPosted Wed Dec 9, 2015 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
HDD Blu-ray Deal of the Day: 'Breaking Bad: The Complete Series' is $49.99 at Amazon![teaser]Need an awesome stocking stuffer? How about AMC's critically acclaimed series on Blu-ray for $50?[/teaser] Amazon is selling 'Breaking Bad: The Complete Series' for $49.99 (69% off the suggested retail price). The incredible saga of high school chemistry teacher-turned-meth kingpin Walter White is here in its entirety: all 62 uncut, uncensored episodes! Emmy® winner Bryan Cranston portrays Walter White, a family man who turns to crime after a lung cancer diagnosis unravels his bland but simple life. Recruiting former student and small-time drug dealer Jesse Pinkman (Emmy® winner Aaron Paul) to be his partner in crime, Walt rises to the top of the meth trade, leaving a trail of bodies in his wake. But he can’t keep his dogged DEA agent brother-in-law Hank Schrader (Dean Norris) off his trail forever. Will Walt get away with it all, or die trying? Re-live every moment of this groundbreaking original series with riveting performances by Emmy® winner Anna Gunn, Giancarlo Esposito, Jonathan Banks, Bob Odenkirk, Betsy Brandt, RJ Mitte and more. Order the Blu-rayPosted Wed Dec 9, 2015 at 09:39 AM PST by: -
Supplements Detailed for William Friedkin's 'The Guardian' Blu-ray[teaser]Bonus features have been revealed for the 1990 horror flick heading to Blu-ray in January. [/teaser] As previously reported, Scream Factory is working on 'The Guardian' for Blu-ray on January 19. William Friedkin, the Academy Award winning director of The Exorcist, delivers a new kind of fairy tale for adults. A handsome young couple finds the perfect live-in babysitter to look after their newborn child. It seems like a fairy tale, until ancient, supernatural forces turn the couples dream into a nightmare. In his first horror film since The Exorcist, Oscar-winning director William Friedkin spins a terrifying tale based on every parent's worst fear. Jenny Seagrove (Local Hero) portrays the enchanting guardian who enters the home of new parents Dwier Brown (Red Dragon) and Carey Lowell (Licence to Kill) possessing impeccable references and an affinity for children. But as her true intentions are revealed, the battle for the child's soul begins in this chilling film based on Dan Greenburg's popular novel, The Nanny. Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements include: NEW! A Happy Coincidence: An Interview With Actor Dwier Brown; NEW! From Strasberg To The Guardian: An Interview With Actor Gary Swanson; NEW! A Mother's Journey: An Interview With Actress; Natalija Nogulich; NEW! Scoring The Guardian: An Interview With Composer Jack Hues; NEW! Tree Woman: The Effects Of The Guardian: An Interview With Makeup Effects Artist Matthew Mungle; Return To The Genre - An Interview With Director/Co-writer William Friedkin; The Nanny: An Interview With Actress Jenny Seagrove; Don't Go Into The Woods: An Interview With Co-writer Stephen Volk; Still Gallery Of Behind-The-Scenes Photos; and Theatrical Trailer . You can find the latest specs for 'The Guardian' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under January 19. Order the Blu-rayPosted Wed Dec 9, 2015 at 08:00 AM PST by: -
Flicker Alley Announces 'L'Inhumaine' for Blu-ray[teaser]The innovative silent film will make its Blu-ray debut in February. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Flicker Alley is preparing 'L'Inhumaine' for Blu-ray on February 23. Released to intense controversy in 1924 for its cinematic and technical innovations, L'Inhumaine (The Inhuman Woman) is a visual tour-de-force; a fantastical, science-fiction melodrama; and a momentous collaboration of legendary figures from the avant-garde movement. Directed by Marcel L'Herbier (L'Argent, Feu Mathias Pascal) and starring the famous French opera singer Georgette Leblanc - who helped produce the film along with L'Herbier's company, Cinégraphic - L'Inhumaine is most notable for its style of filmmaking. In L'Herbier's words, it represents a "miscellany of modern art," bringing together some of the greatest artists from the time period, including painter Fernand Léger, architect Robert Mallet-Stevens, glassmaker René Lalique, fashion designer Paul Poiret, and directors Alberto Cavalcanti and Claude Autant-Lara, among others, to create a collaborative cinematic experience. Leblanc plays the "Inhuman Woman" of the title, Claire Lescot, who lives on the outskirts of Paris, where she draws important men to her like moths to a flame. At her luxurious parties, she basks in the amorous attentions of her many admirers while always remaining aloof. When it appears she is the reason for a young devotee's suicide, however, her fans desert her. The filming of the concert where she's raucously booed is a renowned piece of cinema history: L'Herbier invited more than 2,000 people from the arts and fashionable society to attend the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées and play the part of the unruly audience. Among the attendees were Pablo Picasso, Man Ray, Erik Satie, René Clair, James Joyce, and Ezra Pound (although none are actually visible).For this brand-new restoration, Lobster Films - with the support of Marie-Ange L'Herbier (the director's daughter), the French CNC, SACEM and Maison Hermès - utilized the original nitrate negative, scanned at a pristine 4K resolution, and restored the original tints for the first time since the film's release. The Blu-ray features two audacious new scores, one from percussionist Aidje Tafial and the other by the Alloy Orchestra. With optional English subtitles to the original French intertitles, Flicker Alley and Lobster Films are proud to present L'Inhumaine in an edition that does justice to the dazzling beauty of L'Herbier's landmark vision. Full specs and a suggested list price have not been detailed yet, but supplements will include: "Behind the Scenes of L'Inhumaine": A 15-minute featurette about the original production and making of L'Inhumaine; "About the Recording of Aidje Tafial's Music": An exclusive look into the creation of the original score; and A booklet featuring rare, behind-the-scenes photographs and information about the film. You can find the latest specs for 'L'Inhumaine' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 23.Posted Wed Dec 9, 2015 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
LG Announces New Minibeam Portable Projectors for CES 2016[teaser]New projector models have been revealed. [/teaser] LG has announced the latest additions to its Minibeam projector lineup. The new models include the PH550, PW1000, and PW1500. "With more variety than ever before, LG Minibeam projectors offer enhanced portability with wireless connectivity for an enjoyable viewing experience anytime, anywhere. We look forward to officially unveiling the newest LG Minibeam series at CES 2016," said Brian Kwon, President and CEO at LG’s Home Entertainment Company. The latest Minibeam LED projectors feature slim, one-hand grip designs for portability. Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity are included as well. The PH550 also features a rechargeable internal battery for triple wire-free connectivity with 2.5 hours of playback. In addition, the projector offers 550 lumens of brightness. Meanwhile, the PW1000 is rated for 1,000 lumens of brightness and the step-up PW1500 is rated for 1,500 lumens. Beyond its new Minibeam lineup, LG has also received a CES 2016 Innovation Award for its currently available PF1000U Ultra Short-Throw LED Home Theater Projector. The 1080p DLP projector features LG's Triple XD Engine and uses a self-emitting RGB LED illumination system for a lifespan of up to 30,000 hours. Likewise, the device has a contrast ratio of 150,000:1 and is rated for up to 1,000 lumens of brightness. Thanks to the model's ultra short-throw technology, the PF1000U is capable of projecting up to a 100-inch image from just 15-inches away. LG's new Minibeam projectors are expected to launch in the first quarter of 2016. All of the new models will also be on display at LG's booth during CES 2016 from Jan. 6-9 in Las Vegas. Source: LG via PR NewswirePosted Tue Dec 8, 2015 at 05:15 PM PST by: -
'Black Mass' Starring Johnny Depp & Benedict Cumberbatch Dated for Blu-ray[teaser]The crime drama will arrive on Blu-ray in February. [/teaser]In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Bros. is preparing 'Black Mass' for Blu-ray on February 16. In 1970s South Boston, FBI Agent John Connolly persuades Irish mobster James “Whitey” Bulger to collaborate with the FBI in order to eliminate a common enemy: the Italian mob. The drama tells the story of this unholy alliance, which spiraled out of control, allowing Whitey to evade law enforcement, consolidate power and become one of the most ruthless and dangerous gangsters in Boston history. Specs have not been detailed yet, but supplements will include: Johnny Depp: Becoming Whitey Bulger; The Manhunt for Whitey Bulger; and Black Mass: Deepest Cover, Darkest Crime. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray/DVD/Digital HD combo pack is $44.95. You can find the latest specs for 'Black Mass' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 16. Order the Blu-rayPosted Tue Dec 8, 2015 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
Amazon Launches Streaming Partners Program with Options to Add Showtime, Starz, and More to Prime Subscriptions[teaser]Prime members can now add more streaming services to their subscriptions. [/teaser] Amazon has announced the launch of their new Streaming Partners Program. The program allows Prime users to sign up for additional video platforms directly through their Prime membership, offering a more convenient way to manage their video services. "The way people watch TV is changing, and customers need an easier way to subscribe to and enjoy multiple streaming subscriptions," said Michael Paull, Vice President of Digital Video at Amazon. "With the Streaming Partners Program, we’re making it easy for video providers to reach highly engaged Prime members, many of whom are already frequent streamers, and we’re making it easier for viewers to watch their favorite shows and channels." The Amazon Prime Streaming Partners Program will handle subscriber acquisition, billing, customer service, and compatibility for its various streaming partners. Likewise, the program offers free trials, special pricing, one-account convenience, the latest content, a unified watchlist, IMDB X-Ray, and unified search and voice search (on Fire TV) for Prime viewers who sign up for additional streaming services through the system. The initial lineup of streaming partners includes: SHOWTIME, STARZ, A+E Network (Lifetime Movie Club), AMC (Shudder and SundanceNow Doc Club), Gaia, RLJ Entertainment (Acorn TV, Urban Movie Channel, Acacia TV), DramaFever (DramaFever Instant), Tribeca Short List, Cinedigm (Dove Channel, Docurama, CONtv), Smithsonian (Smithsonian Earth), IndieFlix (IndieFlix Shorts), Curiosity Stream, Qello, FlixFling (Cinefest, Nature Vision, Warriors and Gangsters, Dox, Monsters and Nightmares), BroadbandTV (Hooplakidz Plus), DEFY Media (ScreenJunkies Plus), Gravitas (Film Forum, Daring Docs, Fear Factory), and Ring TV Boxing. Members can now browse available add-on subscriptions at www.amazon.com/videosubscriptions. Showtime and Starz add-ons currently cost just $9 per month. Source: AmazonPosted Tue Dec 8, 2015 at 10:45 AM PST by: -
Scott Mann's Action-Thriller 'Heist' Up for Pre-Order![teaser]The film starring Robert De Niro, Jeffrey Dean Morgan, and Dave Bautista arrives on Blu-ray later this month. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Lionsgate will be releasing 'Heist' on Blu-ray. Though originally announced for December 22, the disc will now be released on December 29. When their attempt to rob a casino owned by the feared gangster Pope (Robert De Niro) goes awry and a shootout ensues, Vaughn (Jeffrey Dean Morgan) and Cox (Dave Bautista) are forced to flee on foot and hijack city bus 657 and take the passengers hostage. Now, in a high-speed chase, Vaughn will not only have to outwit the police who are in hot pursuit, led by Officer Bajos (Gina Carano), but he will have to contend with Pope's maniacal right hand man, Dog (Morris Chestnut), in order to make it through the day alive. But we quickly learn that things are not what they seem, and Vaughn has more than one card up his sleeve. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, lossless 5.1 audio, and supplements include: Commentary with Director Scott Mann, Actor Jeffrey Dean Morgan, and Writer Max S. Adams; Cast and Crew Interviews; "The Making of Heist" Featurette; and Deleted/Extended Scenes. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray/Digital HD combo pack is $24.99 You can find the latest specs for 'Heist' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under December 29. Order the Blu-rayPosted Tue Dec 8, 2015 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
'Transformations' Bound for Blu-ray in March[teaser]The horror sci-fi flick is coming to Blu-ray next year. [/teaser]In an early announcement to retailers, Kino Lorber is preparing 'Transformations' for Blu-ray in March. In this sci-fi adventure, an intergalactic pilot tries to stop the spread of a deadly virus before it destroys all life in the universe. Starring Rex Smith, Lisa Langlois, and Patrick Macnee. Written by Mitch Brian. Directed by Jay Kamen. Specs and a suggested list price have not been announced yet, but supplements will include: Audio Commentary by Director Jay Kamen; Interview with Star Lisa Langlois; Interview with Director Jay Kamen; Short Film "Not Your Time" - Directed by Jay Kamen; and Reversible Art. You can find the latest specs for 'Transformations' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under PENDING.Posted Tue Dec 8, 2015 at 08:00 AM PST by:
