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'Punk Vacation' Announced for Blu-ray
Fri May 10, 2013 at 09:00 AM ETTags: Vinegar Syndrome, Disc Announcements (all tags)
Stanley Lewis' cult 1990 crime thriller will be sporting a remastered Blu-ray in July.
In an early announcement to retailers, Vinegar Syndrome is set to release 'Punk Vacation' on Blu-ray on July 9.
A peaceful California town is shaken after the brutal murder of diner owner by a gang of vicious punks. When the daughter of the slain man attempts to avenge her father's death, she's held hostage by the gang resulting in an epic battle between punks and rednecks.
Specs have yet to be revealed, but the film has been restored in 2K from a 35mm answer print and supplements for the Blu-ray will include: Video interview with Producer, Stephen Fusci; Video interview with Stuntman, Steven Rowland; and a bonus feature: Nomad Riders.
Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is still undetermined at this time.
You can find the latest specs for 'Punk Vacation' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under July 9.
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'6 Souls' Announced and Detailed for Blu-ray
Thu May 09, 2013 at 04:00 PM ETTags: Disc Announcements, Starz/Anchor Bay (all tags)
Måns Mårlind and Björn Stein's supernatural thriller will arrive on Blu-ray in July.
In an early announcement to retailers, Starz/Anchor Bay is preparing '6 Souls' for Blu-ray on July 2.
After the death of her husband, forensic psychiatrist Dr. Cara Harding's (Julianne Moore) faith in God has been shaken, but not her belief in science. In an attempt to open her up to accepting unexplainable psychiatric theories, her father introduces her to Adam (Jonathan Rhys-Meyers), a patient with multiple personalities, who takes on some of the physical characteristics of his other personalities. Cara quickly discovers that Adam's personalities are murder victims, and the more she finds out about him and his past, the closer she and her loved ones are to becoming murder victims themselves. 6 Souls also stars Jeffrey DeMunn, Nathan Corddry, Brooklynn Proulx and Brian Anthony Wilson.
“Moore is absolutely terrific as Cara Harding, maintaining a dedicated, delicate portrayal of the doctor’s internal debate even when confronted with the unexplainable,” said Ken Hanley of Fangoria. “Chills in the film range from the psychological to supernatural, brought about by seasoned performers who know how to sell a thrill,” added Jake Dee of ArrowInTheHead.com. “Rhys Meyers alters transition with a creepy, violent snap back of the neck before coming to with complete clarity as a new soul.”
The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements have yet to be revealed.
Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $24.99.
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'The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh' Blu-ray Supplements Revealed
Thu May 09, 2013 at 03:00 PM ETTags: Disney/Buena Vista, Disc Announcements (all tags)
Now check out the bonus features for the original animated feature based on the stories and characters by A. A. Milne, in the works for Blu-ray this August.
As previously reported, Disney/Buena Vista is working on 'The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh' for Blu-ray on August 27.
Celebrate the never-ending friendship that has delighted generations with Pooh's first and most beloved feature film. Full of fun and heartwarming stories, this Academy Award-winning animated classic (Best Cartoon Short Subject, 1968, 'Winnie the Pooh and the Blustery Day') tells the tale of the first unforgettable meeting between Tigger (Paul Winchell) and Pooh (Sterling Holloway). Your family will laugh along when Pooh gets stuck in Rabbit's (Junius Matthews) house from eating too much honey, and enjoy the lovable characters' flurry of hilarious activity on a windy day. These timeless adventures are brought to life through extraordinary Disney animation and engaging songs.
Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements will include: Disney Intermission: With Hundred Acre Wood activities; Pooh Play-Along: Play along with Pooh and his friends; Classic Animated Short: "A Day for Eeyore"; Making Of Featurette: "The Story Behind the Masterpiece"; Winnie the Pooh Theme Song: Performed by Carly Simon; and Five "Mini Adventures of Winnie the Pooh" Shorts.
Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $36.99.
You can find the latest specs for 'The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under August 27.
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Mill Creek Blu-ray Double Features Announced
Thu May 09, 2013 at 01:00 PM ETTags: Disc Announcements, Mill Creek (all tags)
Six double features are bringing horror, action, sci-fi, and suspense to Blu-ray in May.
In an early announcement to retailers, Mill Creek Entertainment is preparing a slew of Blu-ray double features for May 14. The assortment will include: 'Anatomy / Anatomy 2,' 'In the Cut / Trapped,' 'Mr. Sardonicus / The Brotherhood of Satan,' 'The Nines / Slipstream,' 'Physical Evidence / The Anderson Tapes,' and 'Universal Soldier: The Return / Second in Command.'
Specs and supplements have not yet been revealed, but suggested list price for each Blu-ray is $9.98.
You can find the latest specs for these releases linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where they're indexed under May 14.
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- Anatomy / Anatomy 2 (Blu-ray)
- In the Cut / Trapped (Blu-ray)
- Mr. Sardonicus / The Brotherhood of Satan (Blu-ray)
- The Nines / Slipstream (Blu-ray)
- Physical Evidence / The Anderson Tapes (Blu-ray)
- Universal Soldier: The Return / Second in Command (Blu-ray)
HDD Spotlight Bargain: 'Sin City' Blu-ray $4.99 at Amazon
Thu May 09, 2013 at 11:44 AM ETTags: Amazon, Disc Announcements (all tags)
The film based on Frank Miller's acclaimed graphic novel is now only $5 at Amazon!
The online retailer is now selling 'Sin City' on Blu-ray for only $4.99 (75% off suggested retail price).
An amazing cast of big-screen favourites is directed by Robert Rodriguez, Frank Miller - and special guest director Quentin Tarantino - in this acclaimed and visually stunning hit! Straight from the pages of Miller's hip series of SIN CITY graphic novels, Bruce Willis stars as a cop with a bum ticker and a vow to protect a sexy stripper (Jessica Alba); Mickey Rourke as an outcast misanthrope on a mission to avenge the death of his one true love (Jaime King); and Clive Owen as Dwight, the clandestine love of Shellie (Brittany Murphy), who spends his night defending Gail (Rosario Dawson) and her Old Town girls (Devon Aoki and Alexis Bledel) from a tough guy (Benicio Del Toro) with a penchant for violence. Also starring Elijah Wood, Nick Stahl, Michael Madsen, Carla Gugino and Michael Clark Duncan.
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'Amityville 3D' Gets Blu-ray 3D Release!
Thu May 09, 2013 at 11:00 AM ETTags: Scream Factory, Disc Announcements (all tags)
The disc in the upcoming trilogy boxed set will be Blu-ray 3D compatible!
As previously reported, Scream Factory has revealed that they are planning to bring 'The Amityville Horror Trilogy' to Blu-ray sometime before Halloween.
This set will include 'The Amityville Horror,' 'Amityville II: The Possession,' and 'Amityville 3-D.'
Shout Factory has now confirmed that 'Amityville 3-D' will be getting a Blu-ray 3D upgrade:
"We can now officially confirm that our upcoming Amityville Horror Trilogy blu-ray box set will include the film AMITYVILLE 3-D (1983) in Blu-ray 3-D!! (2-D version also included too.)
To our knowledge, this marks the first time an 80′s 3-D film has been presented in a Blu-ray 3-D format. Needless to say, we are very excited about this and hope you will be too.
The release is planned for October. More specific details (artwork, extras) will be announced in the Summer."
You can find the latest specs for 'The Amityville Horror Trilogy' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under PENDING.
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'The Manson Family' Blu-ray Announced
Thu May 09, 2013 at 10:45 AM ETTags: Severin, Disc Announcements (all tags)
Jim Van Bebber's acclaimed biopic of Charles Manson heads to Blu-ray in June.
In an early announcement to retailers, Severin is prepping 'The Manson Family' for a Blu-ray release on June 11.
It has been hailed as amazingly disturbing (Dread Central), extreme and uncompromised (Roger Ebert) and one of the best true crime films ever made (DVD Talk). Now from the punishing mind of writer/producer/director Jim Van Bebber comes his epic of hallucinatory horror like you've never seen it before: This is the ultimate account of Charles Manson and his followers, a blood-soaked saga that takes you from their drug-fueled orgies, to their grisly massacres, and into the legacy of depravity that survives today. It is a singular vision of nihilistic evil that remains alarmingly original, unapologetically graphic and shockingly real. These are the most infamous crimes of our time as depicted by one of the most dangerous underground filmmakers of all time. This is 'The Manson Family.'
Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements will include: Audio Commentary with Director Jim VanBebber; Gator Green - Exclusive First Release of VanBebber's latest short; Exclusive New Interview With Phil Anselmo; The VanBebber Family - Uncut Version of 'Making Of' Documentary Featuring Interviews with Cast and Crew; In The Belly of The Beast - Documentary On the 1997 Fantasia Film Festival; Interview With Charles Manson; Deleted Scenes; and Theatrical Trailers.
Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $24.95.
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'Hands of the Ripper' Blu-ray Announced
Thu May 09, 2013 at 09:00 AM ETTags: Synapse Films, Disc Announcements (all tags)
Peter Sasdy's 1971 cult horror is getting an uncut U.S. Blu-ray release in July.
In an early announcement to retailers, Synapse Films will release 'Hands of the Ripper' on Blu-ray on July 9.
The infant daughter of Jack the Ripper is witness to the brutal murder of her mother by her father. Fifteen years later she is a troubled young woman who is seemingly possessed by the spirit of her father. While in a trance she continues his murderous killing spree but has no recollection of the events afterwards. A sympathetic psychiatrist takes her in and is convinced he can cure her condition. Soon, however, he regrets his decision.
Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements include: The Devil's Bloody Plaything: Possessed by HANDS OF THE RIPPER featurette; Slaughter of Innocence: The Evolution of Hammer Gore motion still gallery; U.S. television introduction; Original theatrical trailer and TV spots; HANDS OF THE RIPPER motion still gallery; and Isolated music and effects audio track.
Suggested list price for the Blu-ray/DVD combo pack is still undetermined at this time.
You can find the latest specs for 'Hands of the Ripper' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under July 9.
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'To the Wonder' Dated for Blu-ray
Wed May 08, 2013 at 03:00 PM ETTags: Magnolia, Disc Announcements (all tags)
The latest film from acclaimed director Terrence Malick is bound for Blu-ray in August.
In an early announcement to retailers, Magnolia will be releasing 'To the Wonder' on Blu-ray on August 6.
The anticipated new feature from renowned filmmaker Terrence Malick ('Badlands,' 'The Tree of Life'), 'To the Wonder' boldly and lyrically explores the complexities of love in all its forms. Parisian single mother Marina (Olga Kurylenko) and Midwestern tourist Neil (Ben Affleck) fall madly in love in France and relocate to Oklahoma with Marina's young daughter to start a life together. As their relationship wanes and her visa nears expiration, Marina makes the acquaintance of a priest and fellow exile (Javier Bardem) who is struggling with his faith, while Neil renews a relationship with his childhood sweetheart, Jane (Rachel McAdams).
Specs and supplements haven't been revealed yet, and the suggested list price for the Blu-ray is still undetermined at this time.
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'An Affair of the Heart' Blu-ray Announced
Wed May 08, 2013 at 01:00 PM ETTags: Breaking Glass Pictures, Disc Announcements (all tags)
The acclaimed Rick Springfield documentary will rock Blu-ray in July.
In an early announcement to retailers, Breaking Glass Pictures is working on 'An Affair of the Heart' for a Blu-ray release on July 16.
The Grammy award winner was quoted as saying, "It was a real laugh/cry kind of thing. As a person, I am kind of peripheral. It is about their connection, what they view and how they interpreted who I was, and the right times that music that they liked came along to help them to get through difficult stuff." He adds, "I get the stories. I am very proud to be part of it, but it is more their power than mine."
For most fans, Rick Springfield is much more than a celebrity crush; some have overcome deep trauma by connecting with his music, for others he has served as a catalyst for life-long friendships, and without fail all have a unique bond with him. A fascinating look at the fans of a musical icon, 'An Affair of the Heart' is a soulful examination of those who turned a man into a legend. If his 17 Top 40 hits, including "Jessie's Girl", or his run on "General Hospital" as Dr. Noah Drake haven't convinced you of his enduring star power, watching him rock out with Dave Grohl and the Foo Fighters with a new track in the Sound City documentary most certainly will.
Since its premiere at the Florida Film Festival, 'An Affair of the Heart' has received praise and awards on the film festival and theatrical circuits. The Hollywood Reporter hailed the film as "a feel-good and at times laugh-out-loud documentary" and the New York Times called it "a refuge from the mundane." 'An Affair of the Heart's many awards include the Nashville Film Festival's Gibson Impact of Music Award and the Boston Film Festival's Best Music Award.
Specs have yet to be revealed, but the Blu-ray will contain over 2 hours of bonus features and will have a suggested list price of $29.99.
You can find the latest specs for 'An Affair of the Heart' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under July 16.
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