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HD Advisor 36

Fri Nov 20, 2009 at 03:00 PM ET

The HD Advisor generally doesn't answer "Why hasn't movie XYZ been released on Blu-ray yet?" questions. Those decisions are made at each movie studio's discretion. Frankly, the Advisor is usually just as mystified by the choices they come up with as anyone else. However, this week, he does take a crack at shedding some light on why the work of one particular director is all but absent from the format. Also addressed: audio connection advice, and those annoying menu noises. Take a look.   Full Story

The Week That Was: A High-Def Digest Recap

Fri Nov 20, 2009 at 01:15 PM ET

High-Def Digest had quite a week, with a few bumps, and a TON of great stories and reviews. We want to make sure you didn't miss a thing!  Full Story

'Capitalism: A Love Story' Coming to Blu-ray

Fri Nov 20, 2009 at 11:00 AM ET

The latest documentary from controversial filmmaker Michael Moore will hit Blu-ray this December.   Full Story

Universal Launches Blu-ray/DVD Combos

Fri Nov 20, 2009 at 09:00 AM ET

Returning to the idea they tried back during the HD-DVD days, Universal Home Video has decided to once again create combo packs that feature a standard DVD copy as well as a high definition Blu-ray disc.   Full Story

HDD Spotlight Bargain: 'John Adams' Blu-ray $24.99 at Amazon

Thu Nov 19, 2009 at 04:25 PM ET

The award-winning HBO miniseries can be yours for under $25!  Full Story

'Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs' Blu-ray Full Details and Box Art

Thu Nov 19, 2009 at 10:00 AM ET

As previously reported, the animated feature based on the best-selling children's book will rain down on high-definition this winter -- and now we have full details.   Full Story

High-Def Digest’s Holiday Gift Guide 2009: Blu-rays for the Folks Who Have...Issues

Wed Nov 18, 2009 at 06:30 PM ET

All relatives are different, but some relatives are a little more...different...than others. Fortunately, Aaron Peck has compiled a list of perfect Blu-ray's for the loved ones who tend to keep us on our toes! Without further adieu, we present High-Def Digest's Alternative Gift Guide for 2009!   Full Story

'Hellboy: Sword of Storms/Blood & Iron' Coming to Blu-ray

Wed Nov 18, 2009 at 06:00 PM ET

A collection of two animated 'Hellboy' features will be summoned to high-definition in February.   Full Story

'Wild Ocean' Splashes onto Blu-ray

Wed Nov 18, 2009 at 05:00 PM ET

IMAX's "epic underwater struggle for survival" is slated for a Blu-ray release in January.   Full Story

'Lola Montès' Announced for Blu-ray

Wed Nov 18, 2009 at 04:00 PM ET

Max Ophüls' classic film will be released on the Blu-ray format by Criterion in February.   Full Story

HDD Spotlight Bargain: 'A Knight's Tale' Blu-ray $7.99 at Amazon

Wed Nov 18, 2009 at 02:20 PM ET

Heath Ledger and Rufus Sewell go lance to lance in high-definition for under $8.   Full Story

'Soul Power' Announced for Blu-ray

Wed Nov 18, 2009 at 01:00 PM ET

The documentary chronicling the 1974 music festival in Zaire which promoted the now historic fight between Ali and Foreman is coming to Blu-ray early next year.   Full Story

'The Burning Plain' Announced for Blu-ray

Wed Nov 18, 2009 at 11:00 AM ET

Charlize Theron and Kim Basinger star in this powerful drama hitting Blu-ray in January.   Full Story

New and Recent Blu-ray Releases for $19.99 and Under at Amazon

Wed Nov 18, 2009 at 09:00 AM ET

Amazon makes holiday gift giving easier this year with a wide selection of popular titles for under $20.  Full Story

High-Def Digest’s Holiday Gift Guide 2009: HD Gear

Tue Nov 17, 2009 at 06:15 PM ET

The first of High-Def Digest’s annual holiday gift guides has arrived. This installment focuses on HD Gear, and a few choice titles for testing out your new favorite things.  Full Story

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Blu-ray Goes on a 'Hunger' Strike

Tue Nov 17, 2009 at 05:30 PM ET

'Halloween II (2009)' Blu-ray Detailed

Tue Nov 17, 2009 at 05:00 PM ET

'Post Grad' Announced and Detailed for Blu-ray

Tue Nov 17, 2009 at 04:00 PM ET

HDD Spotlight Bargain: 'Fight Club' Blu-ray $15.99 at Amazon

Tue Nov 17, 2009 at 02:30 PM ET

Warner Reveals DVD2Blu Program

Tue Nov 17, 2009 at 02:00 PM ET

'Pandorum' on Blu-ray Next Month

Tue Nov 17, 2009 at 11:00 AM ET

Universal Announces iPhone and Social Networking Integration

Tue Nov 17, 2009 at 10:00 AM ET

'The Last King Of Scotland' Blu-ray Bound

Tue Nov 17, 2009 at 09:00 AM ET

'Revanche' Announced for Blu-ray

Mon Nov 16, 2009 at 06:30 PM ET

'District 9' Blu-ray Comes Early

Mon Nov 16, 2009 at 05:00 PM ET

'To Live and Die in L.A.' Blu-ray Back on Track

Mon Nov 16, 2009 at 02:00 PM ET

'Walk the Line' Announced for Blu-ray

Mon Nov 16, 2009 at 12:00 PM ET

HDD Spotlight Bargain: 'Road House' Blu-ray $7.99 at Amazon

Mon Nov 16, 2009 at 11:00 AM ET

'Gone with the Wind' Target Exclusive Blu-ray

Mon Nov 16, 2009 at 09:00 AM ET

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Sun Nov 15, 2009 at 07:00 PM ET

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