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'Falling Skies: The Complete Fourth Season' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The fourth season of the sci-fi series starring Noah Wyle and Will Patton will invade Blu-ray in June. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Brothers is preparing to bring 'Falling Skies: The Complete Fourth Season ' on Blu-ray on June 2. Aliens have attacked the Earth, and they won. Now, a small group of survivors surrounding major cities around the world must band together and rebuild some sort of society. Not only must they figure out how to work together, they must figure how to eliminate the new alien race who have taken over their planet. Tom Mason (Wyle), a Boston historian, has his family torn apart. His knowledge of how civilizations are born makes him an ideal leader for starting over. But his desire to reunite family lead him down a path more dangerous than planning a society. Everyday people must become heroes, normal humans must make priorities between family and civilization. The idea of what was always known is destroyed, and they must redefine existence. Above it all are a race of aliens to whom humanity is nothing. As Season Four opens, The Mason clan and the remaining 2nd Mass suddenly find themselves under brutal attack by a new Espheni war machine. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a lossless 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include: Character Interviews with actors Colin Cunningham, Connor Jessup, Drew Roy, Maxim Knight, Moon Bloodgood, Noah Wyle, Sarah Carter and Scarlett Byrne; Inside the Episode: Ghost In The Machine, The Eye, Exodus, Evolve Or Die, Mind Wars, Door Number Three, Saturday Night Massacre, A Thing With Feathers, Till Death Do Us Part, Drawing Straws, Season Finale Pt. 1 & 2; Comic Con Panel; and more! The suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $49.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Falling Skies: The Complete Fourth Season ' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under June 2. Order the Blu-rayPosted Mon Feb 23, 2015 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
The Classic Cult Thriller 'Class of 1984' Dated for Blu-ray[teaser]The provocative film will make its Blu-ray debut in April. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Scream Factory will be releasing 'Class of 1984' on Blu-ray on April 14. In Class of 1984, Andy Norris (Slaughterhouse Five's Perry King), an idealistic and naive music teacher who has moved into the Lincoln High community with his pregnant wife Diane. Appalled by the crime-infested school, Norris soon crosses sabers with its teenage kingpin, the shrewd and sadistic Peter Stegman (The White Shadow's Timothy Van Patten). With Norris setting his sights on reforming Stegman, the young miscreant declares war on his teacher, and the duo sets a fateful showdown into motion on the night of an important school orchestra performance. Directed and co-written by Mark L. Lester (Class of 1999, Commando, Firestarter), Class of 1984, with its vision of a decaying, violence-plagued inner city school, is one of the most provocative cult movies of the early 1980s. With an original story and screenplay co-written by genre veteran Tom Holland (Fright Night, Child’s Play, Psycho II, The Beast Within), the film is also notable for its Alice Cooper theme song ‘I Am The Future,” as well as its memorable cast, which includes Lisa Langlois (Deadly Eyes, The Nest), Roddy McDowall, Stefan Arngrim (Fear No Evil) and Michael J. Fox in an early role. Specs haven't been revealed yet, but supplements include: New interviews with director Mark Lester, composer Lalo Schifrin, actors Perry King, Lisa Langlois and Erin Noble; New career retrospective interview with Perry King; Audio Commentary with director Mark Lester; Blood and Blackboards – featuring interviews with director Mark Lester, actors Perry King and Merrie Lynn Ross; Poster & Still Gallery; and Original Theatrical Trailer & TV Spots. You can find the latest specs for 'Class of 1984' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under April 14. Order the Blu-rayPosted Mon Feb 23, 2015 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
HDD Gear Deal Spotlight: Up to $300 off A/V Receivers including Dolby Atmos Model![teaser]For a limited time, Amazon is offering discounts on select receivers! [/teaser] As part of the online retailer's ongoing electronics sales and promotions, Amazon is running limited time deals on receivers from Sony, Yamaha, and Denon, including a Dolby Atmos model. Denon AVR-X4100W 7.2 Channel A/V Receiver with Dolby Atmos - Currently $1,199 (20 percent off). Yamaha RX-V577 7.2 Channel A/V Receiver - Currently $450 (18 percent off). Sony STR-DN850 7.2 Channel 4K A/V Receiver - Currently $423 (15 percent off). Sony STR-DH740 7.2 Channel 4K A/V Receiver - Currently $219 (27 percent off). As always, these deals will only be active for a limited time while supplies last. Make sure to stay tuned to High-Def Digest for more sales and special promotions!Posted Fri Feb 20, 2015 at 04:30 PM PST by: -
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Rumored VIZIO 4K Ultra HD M-Series TV Prices & Details Revealed, Models Start at $599[teaser]Pricing for VIZIO's upcoming M-Series 4K lineup has been leaked. [/teaser] According to a report from HD Guru, prices and first details have been unveiled for VIZIO's latest affordable 4K Ultra HD TVs. The new 2015 M-Series features a resolution of 3840 x 2160 and full array local dimming technology. The 65-inch model is expected to include 32 active LED zones for deep black levels and a 10-bit panel. 8 models will be available in sizes ranging from 43-inches to 80-inches. Unlike other brands, VIZIO appears to be committed to flat-screen displays rather than curved designs. Rumored prices and release windows for the upcoming 4K M-Series displays are as follows: 80-inch M80-C3 - $3,999 June 75-inch M75-C1 - $2,999, Fall 2015 70-inch M70-C3 - $2,199, Spring 65-inch M65-C1 - $1,699, Spring 60-inch M60-C3 - $1,499, Spring 55-inch M55-C2 - $999, Spring 50-inch M50-C1 - $899, Spring 43-inch M43-C1 - $599, Spring These prices have yet to be confirmed, but an official announcement is expected in April. Sources: HD Guru via CNETPosted Fri Feb 20, 2015 at 02:30 PM PST by: -
John Carpenter's 'Escape from New York' Collector's Edition Blu-ray Supplements Detailed[teaser]Snake Plissken will be back on Blu-ray sporting a brand new transfer in April. It's up for pre-order right now![/teaser] As previously reported, Scream Factory is prepping 'Escape from New York: Collector's Edition' for Blu-ray on April 21. Kurt Russell ('Stargate') stars in a high-velocity sci-fi action-thriller from director John Carpenter (co-written by Nick Castle) that sets the screen ablaze with heart-stopping suspense, outrageous stunts and imaginative special effects. Bristling with riveting chases and hard-hitting fight sequences, Escape From New York is your passport to nonstop excitement! In a world ravaged by crime, the entire island of Manhattan has been converted into a prison which houses the world's most brutal inmates. And when the President of the United States (Donald Pleasence) crash lands inside, only one man can bring him back: Snake Plissken (Russell), a notorious outlaw and former Special Forces war hero who, in exchange for a full pardon, descends into the decayed city and wages a blistering war against the captors. But time is short: in 24 hours, an explosive charge planted inside Snake's body will end the mission - and his life - unless he succeeds! The release will feature a brand new HD transfer struck from a new 2K scan of an original interpositive and supplements will include: Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements will include: NEW 2K High Definition scan of the inter-positive, struck from the original negative; NEW Audio Commentary with actress Adrienne Barbeau and directory of photography Dean Cundey; Audio Commentary with director John Carpenter and actor Kurt Russell; Audio Commentary by producer Debra Hill and production designer Joe Alves; NEW Big Challenges in Little Manhattan: The Visual Effects of Escape From New York; NEW Scoring the Escape: A Discussion with composer Alan Howarth; NEW On Set with John Carpenter: The Images of Escape From New York with photographer Kim Gottlieb-Walker; NEW I Am Taylor – an interview with actor Joe Unger; NEW My Night on the Set – an interview with filmmaker David DeCoteau; Deleted Scene: The Original Opening Bank Robbery Sequence; Return to Escape from New York Featurette; Theatrical Trailers; and Photo Galleries – Behind-the-Scenes, Posters and Lobby Cards. You can find the latest specs for 'Escape from New York: Collector's Edition' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under April 21. Order the Blu-rayPosted Fri Feb 20, 2015 at 12:30 PM PST by: -
Tim Burton's 'Big Eyes' Bound for Blu-ray[teaser]The film based on a true story is headed for Blu-ray in April. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Starz/Anchor Bay will be releasing 'Big Eyes' on Blu-ray on April 14. Directed and produced by Tim Burton, 'Big Eyes' is based on the true story of Walter Keane (Christoph Waltz), who was one of the most successful painters 1950s and early 1960s. The artist earned staggering notoriety by revolutionizing the commercialization and accessibility of popular art with his enigmatic paintings of waifs with big eyes. The truth would eventually be discovered though: Keane's were actually not created by him at all, but by his wife, Margaret (Amy Adams). The Keanes, it seemed, had been living a lie that had grown to gigantic proportions. 'Big Eyes' centers on Margaret's awakening as an artist, the phenomenal success of her paintings, and her tumultuous relationship with her husband, who was catapulted to international fame while taking credit for her work. Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements will include: The Making of Big Eyes Featurette and Q&A Highlights. You can find the latest specs for 'Big Eyes' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under April 14. Order the Blu-rayPosted Fri Feb 20, 2015 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
DirecTV Reportedly Restores HD Channels after Technical Issues[teaser]Several previously lost HD channels have reportedly been restored. [/teaser] Early this morning, DirecTV sent out an email to its customers apologizing for the loss of several HD channel signals. In addition, the technical failure also suspended the DirecTV Cinema in HD format. According to a report from TV Predictions, the issue resulted in the loss of about 40 HD channels, including MSNBC, The Weather Channel, Turner Classic Movies, the Cooking Channel, Nat Geo, and TV Land. The signal failure is likely attributable to technical issues related to the company's 103 satellite which was responsible for broadcasting the missing stations. The outages began on Thursday afternoon, but as of 7:30 am EST this morning, HD service has reportedly been restored to most customers and channels. DirecTV has yet to officially confirm that the problem has been solved. If the error persists, DirecTV recommends that users switch to the SD alternatives for the missing channels while they work out their technical issues. Sources: DirecTV, TV PredictionsPosted Fri Feb 20, 2015 at 11:15 AM PST by: -
Gregory Levasseur's 'The Pyramid' Dated for Blu-ray[teaser]The horror film is bound for Blu-ray in May. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, 20th Century Fox will be releasing 'The Pyramid' on Blu-ray on May 5. The age-old wonders of the world have long cursed explorers who've dared to unlock their mysteries. But a team of archaeologists gets more than they bargained for when they discover a lost pyramid unlike any other in the Egyptian desert. As they begin to uncover its horrifying secrets, they realize they're being relentlessly hunted by an ancient evil more nightmarish than anything they could have imagined. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a lossless 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include: New Extended Ending; "Partners"; "Fear"; "Space Archaeology"; "Egyptian Myths"; and Image Gallery. You can find the latest specs for 'The Pyramid' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under May 5.Posted Fri Feb 20, 2015 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
'The Musketeers: Season Two' Blu-ray Set for April[teaser]The second season of the BBC series will arrive on Blu-ray in April, and you can pre-order the show here. [/teaser]In an early announcement to retailers, the BBC is preparing 'The Musketeers: Season Two' for Blu-ray on April 21. On the streets of 17th century Paris, law and order is more a fledgling idea than reality, and the Musketeers, Athos, Aramis and Porthos, are far more than merely royal bodyguards for King Louis XIII; they are inseparable, loyal unto death and committed to upholding justice. Together, this crack team of highly trained soldiers fight for honor, for valor, for love, and just for the pure thrill of it. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD MA 2.0 soundtrack, and supplements will include: Behind-the-scenes; and Interviews with cast and crew. Suggested list price for the 3-Disc Blu-ray is $39.98. You can find the latest specs for 'The Musketeers: Season Two' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under April 21. Order the Blu-rayPosted Fri Feb 20, 2015 at 08:00 AM PST by: -
'Grantchester: Season One' Dated for Blu-ray[teaser]The mystery series starring James Norton and Robson Green is bound for Blu-ray in April. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, PBS will be releasing 'Grantchester: Season One' on Blu-ray on April 7. It all begins with a sad but predictable suicide. Lawyer Stephen Staunton in nearby Cambridge has been drinking heavily and is deeply in debt. Late one night, he turns his old service revolver on himself, leaving behind a blood-spattered suicide note and a grieving widow. It's an open-and-shut case, according to Geordie, who is the overworked police inspector in charge of the investigation. But people confide things in a parish priest that they never tell police - which is how Sidney comes to suspect murder. His first hurdle is to convince Geordie that there's more to Staunton's death than meets the eye. Fortunately, the cleric and the cop bond over their war service, their love of a good pub, and their competitive instincts - in this case, for backgammon. It's the start of a beautiful friendship that takes Sidney and Geordie through a series of challenging cases, revealing the dark side of early 1950s England - jealousy, prejudice, class conflict, and plain old passion. The last emotion is not exactly unknown to Sidney, who is an unusually worldly clergyman. His pursuit of love is as much a part of the story as his tireless search for justice, spiritual fulfillment, and a really hip jazz club. 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 'Grantchester: Season One' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under April 7. Order the Blu-rayPosted Fri Feb 20, 2015 at 06:00 AM PST by:
