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'Blue Exorcist: Set I' and 'Set II' Blu-rays Dated[teaser]Two limited edition collections of the fantasy horror anime series are coming to Blu-ray in 2013. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Aniplex is preparing 'Blue Exorcist: Set I' for Blu-ray on July 9. In addition, 'Blue Exorcist: Set II' will follow on September 10. 'Set I' includes episodes 1-12 and follows Rin and his twin brother Yukio Okumura who have been raised by Shiro Fujimoto, an eminent priest. But one day Rin discovers their biological father is actually Satan! As the border between "Assiah" (the human world) and "Gehenna" (demon's world) is intruded upon by evils, Rin vows to become the ultimate exorcist and defeat his own father, Satan. To hone his raw skills, Rin enters True Cross Academy to train with other exorcist candidates. 'Set II' continues the story with episodes 13-25 . During a 3-day drill to prepare Rin and fellow Ex-Wires for actual combat, Amaimon suddenly appears and takes Shiemi as a hostage to lure Rin. Angry, Rin fights Amaimon and he ends up going berserk! He regains control of himself only to be captured by the current Paladin, Angel, and sent to the Vatican for trial. As the hearing drags on, the Order finds itself unable to decide on Rin's fate, as Mephisto has proclaimed him to be "a weapon for counter-attacking Satan." Rin is now forced to obey the Vatican's order or face execution! Specs and suggested list prices for each limited edition 5-Disc set have not been revealed yet, but supplements for 'Set I' will include: Special Bonus Episode "Kuro Runs Away From Home"; Ura-Eku (short comedy video); 1st Season Textless Opening and Ending; Web Version Previews; and Commercials and Trailers. Supplements for 'Set II' will include: Ura-Eku (short comedy video); 2nd Season Textless Opening and Ending; and Web Version Previews. Additionally, each set will also include an Original Soundtrack CD; a Bonus DVD - English Cast Interview; a 36-page Deluxe Illustration Booklet; a Rigid Box illustrated by Manga Author Kazue Kato; and Clear BD Cases with 2-sided Japanese Cover Design. You can find the latest specs for 'Blue Exorcist: Set I' and 'Blue Exorcist: Set II' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where they're indexed under July 9 and September 10.Posted Wed Jun 5, 2013 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'The Walking Dead: The Complete Third Season' Blu-ray Announced and Detailed[teaser]No less than three Blu-ray editions of Season 3 will be available this August. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Starz/Anchor Bay is working on 'The Walking Dead: The Complete Third Season' for Blu-ray on August 27. In this uncertain world, Rick Grimes (Andrew Lincoln) and his band of survivors must not only fight the dead, but also face a whole new fear: the living. In this 16 episode season, the series Entertainment Weekly called the "greatest thriller ever produced for television", Rick and his fellow survivors continue to seek refuge in a desolate and post-apocalyptic world and soon discover that there are greater forces to fear than just the walking dead. The struggle to survive has never been so perilous. This season also introduces new characters, including the Governor (David Morrissey) and fan-favorite Michonne (Danai Gurira), along with her zombie pets. The 5-Disc Set will feature 1080p video, a Dolby TrueHD 7.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: Audio Commentaries; Deleted Scenes; Never-before-seen featurettes; and More! Also available will be a collectible package featuring the infamous zombie head fish tank as well as a Target exclusive steelbook edition. You can find the latest specs for 'The Walking Dead: The Complete Third Season' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under August 27.Posted Tue Jun 4, 2013 at 06:55 PM PDT by: -
'Breaking Bad: The Fifth Season' Blu-ray Now Available![teaser]Walter White returns to Blu-ray today! Plus pick up the fifth season of the hit series while it's currently over fifty percent off at Amazon! [/teaser] As previously reported, Sony is working on 'Breaking Bad: The Fifth Season' for Blu-ray on June 4. Uneasy lies the head that wears the crown. Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul return in their Emmy winning roles of meth cooks 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 a ruthless drug kingpin is nearly complete. Forming a partnership with Jesse and Mike (Jonathan Banks), Walt proceeds to make a killing until the fruits of his murderous schemes are threatened by a new development in the investigation led by Hank (Dean Norris). Executive produced by Vince Gilligan and Mark Johnson. The DVD and Blu-ray releases feature a never-before bonus scene called "Chicks 'n' Guns," which features Saul Goodman and Jesse Pinkman taking some precautions as their partner's management of his meth empire spirals out of control. It finally reveals how Jesse got his hands on some firepower. Director and exec producer Michelle MacLaren and show creator Vince Gilligan tasked their writing team to create a unique scene that would fit within the show's established storyline. You can watch the behind-the-scenes video here, but the only way to watch this bonus scene is to pick up the Season 5 DVD or Blu-ray. Supplements will also include: cast and crew commentary on every episode; deleted scenes; outtakes; audition and rehearsal footage; and all-new featurettes. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $65.99, but it's currently available at Amazon for just $29.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Breaking Bad: The Fifth Season' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under June 4.Posted Tue Jun 4, 2013 at 04:26 PM PDT by: -
'Mud' Blu-ray Announced and Detailed[teaser]Jeff Nichols' acclaimed drama is bound for Blu-ray in August. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Lionsgate is preparing to sling 'Mud' on Blu-ray on August 6. 'Mud' is a coming-of-age story centered around two fourteen-year-old boys who encounter a mysterious fugitive hiding out on an island in the Mississippi. Intrigued by this man, they enter into a pact to help him evade capture and reconnect with the love of his life. Though it is hard for the boys to discern truth from fiction when it comes to Mud, it isn't long until their small Arkansas town is besieged by a beautiful girl with a line of hunters in tow. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include: Audio commentary with Writer/Director Jeff Nichols; "A Very Personal Tale: Writing and Directing Mud" featurette; "The Arkansas Ensemble: The Distinctive Characters and Cast of Mud" featurette; "Southern Authenticity: Shooting the Real Arkansas" featurette; and "The Snake Pit: The Slithering Costars of Mud" featurette. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $24.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Mud' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under August 6.Posted Tue Jun 4, 2013 at 01:00 PM PDT by: -
'Blood for Irina' Dated for Blu-ray[teaser]The acclaimed vampire thriller from director Chris Alexander will sink its fangs into Blu-ray this month. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Autonomy Pictures will be releasing 'Blood for Irina' on Blu-ray on June 18. A psychological, bloody vampire tale and a fever dream inspired by Herzog, Rollin and Franco, 'Blood for Irina' turns its lens on Irina, a predator stalking the streets at night looking for blood. Having lived over a century and now living in a run-down seaside motel with the motel manager, it's clear they may have reached the end of the road. However, the appearance of a broken prostitute may yet change everything. Three people living life on the fringe, trapped in a world of literal and figurative decay, who may have more in common than they even know. Specs and supplements haven't been revealed yet, but the suggested list price for the Blu-ray/DVD combo pack is $29.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Blood for Irina' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under June 18.Posted Tue Jun 4, 2013 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
'Hell on Wheels: The Complete Second Season' Announced and Detailed for Blu-ray[teaser]The next 10 episodes of the hit AMC western series will ride onto Blu-ray this July. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Entertainment One Entertainment says 'Hell on Wheels: The Complete Second Season' will be available on Blu-ray on July 16. Hell on Wheels' second season continues the story of former Confederate soldier Cullen Bohannon (Mount), whose journey is filled with turmoil and danger as he struggles to leave a troubled past behind. Centered around the traveling town that follows the construction of the transcontinental railroad, the show examines the greed and corruption in man's fight for power. The 3-disc set will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include: Back With a Vengeance: The Making of Season Two; Ten "Inside the Episode" Featurettes; The Cast on Season Two; Set Tour with Anson Mount; and Where Season One Left Off. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $49.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Hell on Wheels: The Complete Second Season' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under July 16.Posted Tue Jun 4, 2013 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
Vudu Brings Disc-to-Digital Program Public[teaser]Users can now convert Blu-rays and DVDs to UltraViolet at home. [/teaser] Through Vudu, users can net UltraViolet copies of their home movie collection without even leaving home. The Disc-to-Digital program has previously relied on users bringing copies of their DVDs and Blu-rays to Walmart, paying the $2-$5 per movie charge, and leaving with the movie now tied to their UltraViolet account and accessible with Vudu. Now, as Vudu brings its home Disc-to-Digital program out of private beta, both PC and Mac users can use their home DVD and Blu-ray drives to bypass Walmart altogether. In order to help attract people, Vudu is offering the first conversion, say of a Blu-ray to a HD, Dolby Digital Plus UltraViolet copy, for free. Likewise, those who convert 10 or more discs can get 50% off. The normal pricing maintains its Walmart structure. A DVD can be converted into an SD cloud version for $2 or and HD version for $5. Blu-rays can only yield HD versions at a $2 per movie charge. The process involves checking the disc to ensure that it is not a rental copy, and is thereby much faster than actually ripping the content. The entire process leaves the discs unaltered, retaining their owners full use. User need only download Vudu To Go and have a linked Vudu/UltraViolet account to get started. Those without DVD or Blu-rays still have the option to use the service through Walmart locations. Eligible titles are determined by participating studios, which include Paramount Home Media Distribution, Sony Pictures Home Entertainment, Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment, Universal Studios Home Entertainment, Lionsgate Entertainment and Warner Bros. Home Entertainment. UltraViolet copies can be accessed through Vudu at no charge on a variety of devices. Source: Vudu Author: Brian HossPosted Tue Jun 4, 2013 at 09:00 AM PDT by: -
ASUS Announces 39 Inch UHD Monitor for Q3[teaser]31.5 inch version priced and coming this month. [/teaser] ASUS made quite a splash last week with the introduction of its PQ321, and the revelations continue with the announcement of a 39 inch version slated for the third quarter of this year. Based off of the PQ321, the 39 inch version will feature a 3840 x 2160 anti glare, IGZO-based LCD. Both HDMI and the essential DisplayPort will be included and should support Picture-by-Picture. Built-in speakers will round out the display's features. At 39 inches, the display is reaching digital signage territory, but still could easily be ideal for various desktop applications. Pricing for the 39 inch model is unknown, but ASUS has beat expectations with pricing for the 31.5 inch PQ321. At $3,800, the PQ321 is not cheap, but nevertheless reflects a trend of cheaper and cheaper 4K displays. Source: Engadget Author: Brian HossPosted Tue Jun 4, 2013 at 08:30 AM PDT by: -
'Spartacus: War of the Damned' Blu-ray Announced and Detailed[teaser]The final season of the blood-drenched series will enter the Blu-ray arena this September. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Starz/Anchor Bay Entertainment will unleash 'Spartacus: War of the Damned' on Blu-ray on September 3. 'Spartacus: War of the Damned' takes place following the defeat of Roman commander Gaius Claudius Glaber, with Spartacus (Liam McIntyre) and his men having amassed major victories against the Romans after the Battle of Vesuvius. These victories have not only forged the legend of Spartacus, but have greatly increased the ranks of the rebellion slaves to more than 30,000. Rome is indeed beginning to tremble at the threat Spartacus now represents. The series also stars Manu Bennett as Crixus, Dustin Clare as Gannicus, Dan Feuerriegel as Agron, Simon Merrells as Crassus, Todd Lasance as Caesar and Cynthia Addai-Robinson as Naevia. "The final season of Spartacus was an emotional journey for all involved and hopefully a satisfying conclusion for the fans," said creator and executive producer Steven S. DeKnight. "We wanted to make the Blu-ray release reflect our gratitude for their enthusiastic support. It's packed with bonus features, extended episodes and commentary tracks that add an extra, exciting dimension to the world of Spartacus." The 3-disc set will feature 1080p video, a Dolby TrueHD 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include: Spartacus: The Legend Retold, The Price Of Being A Gladiator, A Bloody Farewell, The Spoils Of War Revealed: Visual Effects, Adorning The Damned, and The Mind Behind Spartacus. Blu-ray exclusives include: Extended Episodes and Audio Commentaries. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $59.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Spartacus: War of the Damned' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under September 3.Posted Tue Jun 4, 2013 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
Contest: Win 'Warm Bodies' on Blu-rayFor this week's giveaway, we have a Blu-ray copy of the zombie romantic comedy 'Warm Bodies' waiting to makes its way into your hands. Enter our contest today!Posted Tue Jun 4, 2013 at 07:00 AM PDT by:
