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'The Inn of the Sixth Happiness' Dated for Blu-ray[teaser]Mark Robson's 1958 classic will be getting the Blu-ray treatment in February. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, 20th Century Fox has revealed 'The Inn of the Sixth Happiness' is coming to Blu-ray on February 4. The true story of an English missionary (Ingrid Bergman) who led a hundred children over enemy territory in pre-WWII China. Robert Donat plays a Chinese mandarin in his final screen performance and North Wales stands in for the Chinese countryside. Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $24.99. You can find the latest specs for 'The Inn of the Sixth Happiness' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 4.Posted Mon Nov 25, 2013 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
HDD Black Friday Bargain Blitz: 'Epic' Blu-ray is $9.96 at Amazon![teaser]Get the family animated film on Blu-ray for an epic price at Amazon! [/teaser] Amazon is now selling 'Epic' for $9.96 (75% off suggested list price). From the creators of 'Ice Age' comes the year’s funniest, most exhilarating animated adventure! Transported to a magical world, a teenager (Amanda Seyfried) is recruited by a nature spirit, Queen Tara (Beyoncé Knowles), to help the “Leafmen” save their forest from evil warriors. The whole family will love this fast-paced thrill-ride, with its astonishing animation and an all-star voice cast that includes Colin Farrell, Oscar® Winner Christoph Waltz and Steven Tyler! Click here to order your copy and don't forget that there are more great deals to be had in Amazon's Black Friday Deals Countdown page here!Posted Mon Nov 25, 2013 at 09:46 AM PST by: -
HDD Gear Deal Spotlight: Sony 4K TVs[teaser]Select Sony Ultra HD displays are now on sale at Amazon along with other special promotional offers, including a free 4K media player! [/teaser] As part of the retailer's Black Friday and holiday sales, Amazon is now offering great discounts on four Sony Ultra HD sets. Likewise, specific models also feature additional promotional deals. The XBR55X850A 55-Inch 4K TV is now $2998, 33 percent off its retail price. Meanwhile, the larger XBR65X850A 65-Inch model is on sale for $4498, which includes a 31 percent discount. On top of the instant savings, for a limited time, both sets also feature 10% back in Amazon rewards, $300 off of a Sony HTST7 HD Sound Bar, and $200 off of a Sony FMP-X1 4K Ultra HD Media Player. Sony's more expensive 4K models which include front facing speakers are joining in on the savings as well. The XBR-55X900A 55-Inch 4K TV is marked down 30 percent, bringing its price to $3498. The set also features the same promotions for the Sony Soundbar and media player, along with a 6% Amazon rewards deal. Finally, the XBR-65X900A 65-Inch 4K TV is on sale for $4998, 29 percent off its retail price. While it features all of the same additional promotions as the 55-inch model, this set actually includes the Sony FMP-X1 4K Ultra HD Media Player completely free of charge. All of these discounts and special promotions will only run for a limited time. Make sure to stay tuned to High-Def Digest for more holiday and Black Friday related deals, and don't forget to check out Amazon's Black Friday Countdown Page for all their latest sales and special promotions!Posted Mon Nov 25, 2013 at 09:00 AM PST by: -
'The Returned' Bound for Blu-ray[teaser]The acclaimed 8-part Sundance Channel series heads to Blu-ray in January. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Music Box Films has revealed 'The Returned' is coming to Blu-ray on January 21. In a small French mountain town, a group of people find themselves in a state of confusion as they attempt to return to their homes. What they do not yet know is that they have been dead for several years, and no one is expecting them back. As "The Returned" struggle to reintegrate with their families and past lovers, buried secrets emerge and new mysteries develop as they grapple with a miraculous and sinister new reality. But it seems they are not the only ones to have returned from the dead, as their arrival coincides with a series of gruesome murders which bear a chilling resemblance to the work of a serial killer from the past. Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements include: Collector's Booklet including an introduction by producer Caroline Benjo; Interview with director Fabrice Gobert; and Critical essay by Scott Tobias. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $34.95. You can find the latest specs for 'The Returned' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under January 21.Posted Mon Nov 25, 2013 at 08:00 AM PST by: -
HDD Black Friday Bargain Blitz: 'Breaking Bad: The Fifth Season' Blu-ray Set is $11.99 at Amazon![teaser]Save eighty two percent on the fifth season of the acclaimed series on Blu-ray at Amazon! [/teaser] The online retailer is now selling 'Breaking Bad: The Fifth Season' for $11.99 (82% off suggested list price). Uneasy lies the head that wears the crown. Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul return in their Emmyr -winning roles of Walter White and Jesse Pinkman in the fifth explosive season of Breaking Bad. With Gus Fring dead, Walt's transformation from a well-meaning family man to ruthless drug kingpin is nearly complete. Forming a partnership with Jesse and Mike (Jonathan Banks), Walt proceeds to make a killing in the meth business until the fruits of his murderous schemes are threatened by a new development in the investigation led by his relentless brother-in-law Hank (Dean Norris). Executive produced by Vince Gilligan and Mark Johnson, the fifth season charts the murderous rise of Walter White as he reaches new highs...and new lows. Click here to cook up this batch of episodes for your Blu-ray collection and be sure to keep checking Amazon's Black Friday Deals Countdown page here!Posted Mon Nov 25, 2013 at 07:49 AM PST by: -
Blu-ray Highlights: Week of November 24th, 2013Holiday weeks are always a slow time for new Blu-ray releases. Fortunately, this one has a couple of impressive box sets worth taking a good look at. Read our Thanksgiving Blu-ray roundup in the blog today.Posted Mon Nov 25, 2013 at 07:00 AM PST by: -
'Grace Unplugged' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The number 1 rated movie for two weeks straight on Fandango fan-rated movies during its theatrical run and one of the best reviewed Christian films ever is planned for Blu-ray in February. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Lionsgate has revealed 'Grace Unplugged' is planned for Blu-ray on February 11. "A moving and meaningful film that parents and teens should see together" (Focus on the Family),the inspirational film will also be available on Digital HD and Video on Demand on January 28th. 'Grace Unplugged' tells the story of a teenager whose faith and family ties are put to the test when her dreams of becoming a music star start to come true. Hailed by the Parents Television Council as "brilliant...deeply moving...[and] powerful," the film stars AJ Michalka (TV's"Aly and AJ"), James Denton (TV's "Desperate Housewives"), Kevin Pollak (A Few Good Men), Michael Welch ('The Twilight' Franchise) and Shawnee Smith (TV's "Anger Management"). 'Grace Unplugged' is a heartwarming, entertaining film with a star-studded cast, inspiring soundtrack and amazing musical performances. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a lossless 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include: Own It: Making of Grace Unplugged" featurette; "The Music" featurette; "Gags" reel; and Deleted Scenes. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $24.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Grace Unplugged' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under February 11.Posted Mon Nov 25, 2013 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
HDD Deal of the Week: 'The Lord of the Rings Trilogy: Extended Editions' Blu-ray $44.99 at Amazon[teaser]Save nearly sixty five percent on the must-own Blu-ray trilogy this week at Amazon! [/teaser] Amazon is selling 'The Lord of the Rings Trilogy: Extended Editions' for $44.99 (63% off the suggested retail price). This set includes all three films with over 30 minutes of footage incorporated into the theatrical versions. Click here to enter Middle-Earth and beware of the evil eye of Sauron! This offer is available from now through December 1.Posted Sun Nov 24, 2013 at 07:38 AM PST by: -
HDD Black Friday Bargain Blitz: 'Star Trek: The Original Series' Blu-ray Set is $69.99 at Amazon![teaser]The classic TV series on Blu-ray is sixty one percent off today only at Amazon! [/teaser] The online retailer is now selling 'Star Trek: The Original Series' for $69.99 (61% off suggested list price). The set includes all three seasons of the groundbreaking series from Gene Roddenberry in 1080p with DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1 soundtracks (plus original mono) Click here to beam down this great today-only deal and be sure to keep checking Amazon's Black Friday Deals Countdown page here!Posted Sat Nov 23, 2013 at 06:15 AM PST by: -
HDD Gear Deal Spotlight: LG 50-inch TV and Panasonic Soundbar[teaser]An LG 1080p display and a Panasonic 2.1 soundbar are part of today's limited time Amazon deals. [/teaser] As part of its countdown to Black Friday promotion, Amazon is offering numerous limited time deals all day long. For the next hour only, buyers can purchase an LG 50-inch 50LN5600 1080p smart TV for just $448, 34% off the retail price. But those interested have to hurry because there is only a limited supply available. Starting at 3pm EST, Amazon will also be offering a limited time discount on the Panasonic SCHTB370 2.1-Channel Soundbar. The 1000 watt compact speaker system comes with a wireless subwoofer and features wireless music streaming over Bluetooth. Supplies for the deal are limited and the sale will only last a couple of hours. Make sure to stay tuned to High-Def Digest for more holiday and Black Friday related deals, and don't forget to check out Amazon's Black Friday Countdown Page for all their latest sales and special promotions!Posted Fri Nov 22, 2013 at 11:00 AM PST by:
