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'I, Frankenstein - 3D' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The action-thriller based on The Darkstorm Studios graphic novel created by Kevin Grevioux heads to Blu-ray in May. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Lionsgate says 'I, Frankenstein - 3D' is coming to Blu-ray on May 13. From the producers of 'Underworld,' 'I, Frankenstein' follows Frankenstein's monster (Aaron Eckhart) as he becomes involved in a war between two immortal clans. Also starring Bill Nighy ('Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1,' 'Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest'), Yvonne Strahovski (TV's "Chuck," TV's "Dexter"), Miranda Otto ('The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King,' TV's "Rake"), Jai Courtney (upcoming 'Divergent,' 'A Good Day to Die Hard') and Kevin Grevioux ('Underworld,' 'Underworld: Rise of the Lycans'), 'I, Frankenstein' was written for the screen and directed by Stuart Beattie ('30 Days Of Night,' 'G.I. Joe: The Rise Of Cobra') with a screen story by Kevin Grevioux and Stuart Beattie. The explosive thriller takes place 200 years after Dr. Frankenstein's shocking creation came to life. Celestial forces name the creature Adam, and arm him with weapons to defeat the demons that are constantly seeking his destruction. However, soon Adam finds himself in the middle of a war over the fate of humanity and discovers that he also holds the key that could destroy humankind. The release will be a Blu-ray 3D/Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy combo pack with 1080P video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include: Audio Commentary with Co-writer/Director Stuart Beattie; Audio Commentary with Filmmakers Gary Lucchesi, Richard Wright, James McQuaide and Kevin Grevioux; "Creating a Monster" featurette; and "Frankenstein's Creatures" featurette. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is still undetermined at this time. You can find the latest specs for 'I, Frankenstein - 3D' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where they are indexed under May 13.Posted Mon Mar 17, 2014 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
HDD Deal of the Week: 'Alfred Hitchcock: The Masterpiece Collection' Blu-ray $105.49 at Amazon[teaser]Save big on the must-own boxed set of classic mysteries and thrillers on Blu-ray this week at Amazon![/teaser] Amazon is selling 'Alfred Hitchcock: The Masterpiece Collection' for $105.49 (65% off the suggested retail price). Universally recognized as the Master of Suspense, the legendary Alfred Hitchcock directed some of cinema’s most thrilling and unforgettable classics. Alfred Hitchcock: The Masterpiece Collection features 15 iconic films from the acclaimed director’s illustrious career including Psycho, The Birds, Rear Window, Vertigo, North by Northwest and many more. Starring Hollywood favorites such as James Stewart, Cary Grant, Grace Kelly, Paul Newman, Janet Leigh, Anthony Perkins, Tippi Hedren, Sean Connery and Kim Novak, this definitive collection showcases a true cinematic master at his best. Featuring over 15 hours of insightful bonus features plus an exclusive collectible book, each film has been digitally restored from high resolution film elements for the ultimate Hitchcock experience. Click here to order your copy (if you haven't already) today! This offer is available from now through March 23.Posted Sun Mar 16, 2014 at 07:56 AM PDT by: -
'Falling Skies: The Complete Third Season' Blu-ray Dated[teaser]The third season of the TNT sci-fi series will battle alien invaders on Blu-ray in June, and you can pre-order it now. [/teaser]In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Bros. is preparing 'Falling Skies: The Complete Third Season' for Blu-ray on June 3. The third season opens seven months after the 2nd Mass has settled down in Charleston. Tom (Noah Wyle) has been elected as a political official of Charleston, but he has his hands full as the resistance continues to battle the invading Espheni aliens. Fortunately, the newly formed alliance Tom forged with a new alien race gains humanity its first real advantage in the war against the Espheni invaders. Specs have not been announced yet, but supplements will include: Warrior Poet: Creating the Character and Emotion of Cochise Karen; The Overlord Next Door; Know your Enemy; Resistance; Clear Gaze; Behind the Scenes; 2nd Watch Hosted by Wil Wheaton; Series Recap; And More... Suggested list price for the Blu-ray/UltraViolet combo pack is $49.99.You can find the latest specs for 'Falling Skies: The Complete Third Season' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under June 3.Posted Fri Mar 14, 2014 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
HDD Gear Deal Spotlight: Home Theater Roundup[teaser]For a limited time, Amazon is offering discounts on select projectors, HDTVs, receivers, and Blu-ray players! [/teaser] As part of the online retailer's ongoing electronics sales and promotions, Amazon is running limited time deals on several home theater items. Current deals include discounts on: BenQ W1500 1080P Wireless Projector - Currently $1398 (13 percent off its retail price of $1599). Denon AVR-E300 5.1 Channel AV Receiver - Currently $299 (34 percent off its retail price of $450). Samsung BD-F5700 / BD-FM57C Blu-ray Player (Manufacturer Refurbished) - Currently $58 (42 percent of its retail price of $100). oCOSMO 40-Inch 1080p Roku Ready HDTV - Currently $299 (25 percent off its retail price of $400). 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 deals and special promotions!Posted Fri Mar 14, 2014 at 11:30 AM PDT by: -
'War of the Worlds: Goliath - 3D' Blu-ray Dated[teaser]The 3D animated movie will invade Blu-ray 3D in April. Pre-orders are available here. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Anderson Merchandise is preparing 'War of the Worlds: Goliath - 3D' for Blu-ray on April 1. In a parallel universe, World War One is imminent as we follow the gripping story of human resistance fighters who march to battle against the second invasion of the Martians. In 1899, the Earth was attacked by ruthless invaders from the planet Mars. The Martians 80 ft tall, heat-ray spewing, Tripod battle machines laid waste to the planet, but the invaders ultimately fell prey to Earth s tiny bacteria. Fifteen years later, Man has rebuilt his shattered world, in large part by utilizing captured Martian technology. Equipped with giant, steam-powered Tripod battle machines, the international rapid reaction force, is Mankind s first line of defense against the return of the rapacious Martian invaders. And return the Martians do. The rematch finds the multinational battle squad tripod Goliath on the front-lines of a vicious interplanetary offensive. Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $20.99. You can find the latest specs for 'War of the Worlds: Goliath - 3D' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under April 1.Posted Fri Mar 14, 2014 at 11:00 AM PDT by: -
'Stalingrad' Blu-ray Dated[teaser]The Russian war drama will hit Blu-ray in May, and you can pre-order it now. [/teaser]In an early announcement to retailers, Sony is preparing 'Stalingrad (2013)' for Blu-ray on May 13. 'Stalingrad,' Russia's first ever 3D film, is a drama set in 1942, during one of the most important battles of World War II, which stopped the progress of Nazi forces and turned the tide of war in favor of the Allies. The Soviet army mounts a counter-attack on the Nazi forces that occupy half of Stalingrad on the other side of the Volga, but the operation to cross the river is unsuccessful. A few soldiers who managed to get to the other side take refuge in a house on the bank of Volga. Here they find a girl who didn't escape when the Germans came. While the whole might of the German army descends onto them, the heroes of Stalingrad experience love, loss, joy and the sense of ultimate freedom that can only be felt by those about to die. They defend the house at all costs while the Red Army prepares for another attack. 'Stalingrad' was selected to represent Russia in the best Foreign Language Film category of the 2014 Academy Awards Specs and supplements have not been announced yet, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $35.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Stalingrad (2013)' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under May 13.Posted Fri Mar 14, 2014 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
'Escape from Tomorrow' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]Get ready to travel to the dark side of "the happiest place on earth" on Blu-ray in April. [/teaser]In an early announcement to retailers, Cinedigm is preparing 'Escape from Tomorrow' for Blu-ray on April 29.The most provocative film from the 2013 Sundance Film Festival, 'Escape from Tomorrow' should not exist, and yet it does. Like nothing you've ever seen, Randy Moore's directorial debut is a bold and ingenious trip into the happiest place on earth. An epic battle begins when a middle-aged American husband and father of two learns that he has lost his job. Keeping the news from his nagging wife and wound-up children, he packs up the family and embarks on a full day of park hopping amid enchanted castles and fairytale princesses. Soon, the manufactured mirth of the fantasy land around him begins to haunt his subconscious. An idyllic family vacation quickly unravels into a surrealist nightmare of paranoid visions, bizarre encounters, and an obsessive pursuit of a pair of sexy teenage Parisians. Chillingly shot in black and white, Escape From Tomorrow dissects the mythology of artificial perfection while subversively attacking our culture's obsession with mass entertainment.Specs and a suggested list price have not been announced yet, but supplements will include: Audio Commentary; Behind the Scenes; and Poster Gallery. You can find the latest specs for 'Escape from Tomorrow' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under April 29.Posted Fri Mar 14, 2014 at 09:00 AM PDT by: -
'Toto: 35th Anniversary Tour - Live in Poland' Coming to Blu-ray[teaser]Join Toto live in concert in this two hour show hitting Blu-ray in April. [/teaser]In an early announcement to retailers, Eagle Rock Entertainment is preparing 'Toto: 35th Anniversary Tour - Live in Poland' for Blu-ray on April 29. Filmed on June 25, 2013 in Lodz, Poland, the offering captures the band in the midst of a standing-room-only European tour. The two-hour plus performance features Toto's hit stocked repertoire alongside other favorites. The complete track listing is: Intro, Medley: "On The Run" / "Child's Anthem" / "Goodbye Eleanor," "Goin' Home," "Hydra," "St. George And The Dragon," "I'll Be Over You," "It's A Feeling," "Rosanna," "Wings Of Time," "Falling In Between," "I Won't Hold You Back," "Pamela," "99," "The Muse," "White Sister," "Better World," "Africa," "How Many Times," "Stop Loving You," "Hold The Line," and "Home Of The Brave." The set also includes behind-the-scenes bonus content. Specs, full supplements, and a suggested list price have not been detailed yet.You can find the latest specs for 'Toto: 35th Anniversary Tour - Live in Poland' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under April 29.Posted Fri Mar 14, 2014 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
'The Americanization of Emily' Blu-ray Now Available[teaser]Arthur Hiller's 1964 film is now available on Blu-ray. [/teaser] Warner Archive has just released 'The Americanization of Emily' for Blu-ray on March 11. U.S. Navy honchos in World War II London have a humdinger of a war on their hands. Now they need a hero to go with it. They want the first American fatality of D-Day to be a sailor, to glorify the navy's effort. Victor/Victoria's Julie Andrews and James Garner headline this earlier milestone comedy from screenwriter Paddy Chayefsky (Network) and director Arthur Hiller (also teamed later on The Hospital). Garner plays Charlie Madison, an officer who cares nothing about glory. That attracts war widow Emily Barham (Andrews), who's had her fill of seeing men go to war and never return. But the pair's culture-clash romance is in peril when Charlie sees that the line to become the navy's defunct hero forms behind him. Your line for hilarious antiwar satire and life-affirming love forms here! The Blu-ray features 1080p video, a lossless 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include Director's Commentary, Action on the Beach, and a trailer. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $21.99. You can find the latest specs for 'The Americanization of Emily' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under March 11.Posted Fri Mar 14, 2014 at 07:45 AM PDT by: -
'Bachelor Party' Blu-ray Dated[teaser]The 1984 comedy starring a young Tom Hanks will party on Blu-ray in May. Pre-order here! [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, 20th Century Fox is working on 'Bachelor Party' for Blu-ray on May 6. This outrageously funny look at one man's final moments of bachelorhood stars Tom Hanks as Rick, reluctant recipient of a bachelor bash given by a group of friends who view partying as their full-time religion. Rick's worried fiancée, Debbie (Tawny Kitaen), dresses up in disguise and crashes the party to spy on her future husband. To complicate the night further, Debbie's father hires her ex-boyfriend to win back his daughter. It turns out to be an evening the soon-to-be bride and groom will never forget. Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $14.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Bachelor Party' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under May 6.Posted Fri Mar 14, 2014 at 07:00 AM PDT by:
