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BLU-RAY NEWS TAGGED "MAGNOLIA"

'Melancholia' Announced for Blu-ray

Wed Feb 01, 2012 at 11:00 AM ET
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The acclaimed sci-fi drama from director Lars von Trier will take a bow on Blu-ray in March.

In an early announcement to retailers, Magnolia is working on 'Melancholia' for a Blu-ray release on March 13.

The film stars Kirsten Dunst, Charlotte Gainsbourg, and Kiefer Sutherland, and was nominated for numerous awards including the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival where Kirsten Dunst won for Best Actress.

Specs have yet to be revealed, but the Blu-ray will include: About Melancholia, The Universe, The Visual Style, Visual Effects, HDNet: A Look at Melancholia, and Theatrical Trailers.

Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.98.

You can find the latest specs for 'Melancholia' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under March 13.

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'Mandrill' Announced for Blu-ray

Mon Jan 30, 2012 at 09:00 AM ET
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The action romance starring Chilean legend Marko Zaror explodes on Blu-ray in February.

In an early announcement to retailers, Magnolia is working on 'Mandrill' for a Blu-ray release on February 28.

From writer/director Ernesto Diaz Espinoza ('Mirageman,' 'Kiltro'), 'Mandrill' stars worldwide action icon Marko Zaror ('Mirageman,' 'Undisputed III: Redemption'), “one of the best martial arts actors working today” (Twitch). Hailed as “an amazingly cool film” (Film School Rejects), the thriller won top honors at its international premiere at Austin’s 2009 Fantastic Film Fest, winning Best Fantastic Feature and Zaror winning Best Fantastic Actor.

Mixing breathtaking action sequences with sultry romance, 'Mandrill' centers on Antonio (Zaror), who is on a quest to avenge the murder of his parents. Working as a ruthless bounty hunter with the code name "Mandrill,” Antonio’s only weakness is women. Therefore, he enlists his uncle – an expert in the art of seduction – to give him the necessary skills to bewitch every female he meets. After Mandrill is enlisted to entrap a powerful casino owner, he discovers that this man is also the one responsible for his parents’ brutal deaths. Yet upon meeting the casino owner’s beautiful daughter Dominique, everything begins to unravel for Mandrill whose life-long search for vengeance may soon fall apart.

Specs have yet to be revealed, but the Blu-ray will include a behind the scenes featurette and international trailer.

Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.98.

You can find the latest specs for 'Mandrill' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 28.

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'Outrage: Way of the Yakuza' Announced for Blu-ray

Fri Dec 16, 2011 at 09:00 AM ET
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Acclaimed filmmaker Takeshi Kitano's hit gangster flick will have a Blu-ray bow next month!

In an early announcement to retailers, Magnolia says 'Outrage: Way of the Yakuza' is coming to Blu-ray on January 31.

Called the “Scorsese of Japan when it comes to well crafted organized crime flicks” (Movie Buzzers), Kitano wrote, directed and stars in the action-packed gangster film, nominated for the Palme d’Or at the 2010 Cannes Film Festival.

From the producers of 'Brother' and 'Fireworks,' “the truly iconic international crime film” (Twitch), 'Outrage: Way of the Yakuza' begins when a boss of the notorious Japanese crime syndicate, the “yakuza,” issues an order to his associates to keep a rival gang in line. The task falls on Otomo (Kitano), who soon instigates a play for power that creates an all-out gang war, illustrating the brutal fate that befalls anyone who dares to violate the structured ways of the yakuza.

Specs have yet to be detailed, but supplements will include: Cast Interview: Making Outrage: Way of the Yakuza, Outrage: Way of the Yakuza ß Inside Out: Behind The Scenes Documentary, Cast Panel Interview, Premiere Q&A, Cannes “Red Carpet” Premiere With Takeshi Kitano, and U.S. Trailer & International Trailer.

Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.98.

You can find the latest specs for 'Outrage: Way of the Yakuza' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under January 31.

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'Happy, Happy' Blu-ray Features Added

Fri Dec 09, 2011 at 01:00 PM ET
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Supplements have now been added to the award-winning Norwegian comedy coming to high-definition in January.

As previously reported, Magnolia says 'Happy, Happy' is coming to Blu-ray on January 24.

Filled with “first-rate” performances (Variety), the “fitfully amusing film” (The Village Voice), the feature debut from award-winning* Norwegian filmmaker Anne Sewitsky, 'Happy Happy,' “abounds with joy and sadness” (Film.com) as it follows two couples whose lives are turned upside down.

Agnes Kittelsen ('Max Manus') stars as Kaja, an optimistic young mother with a firm belief happiness is the most important thing in the world. Never allowing anyone to change her merry mindset, Kaja continues to remain cheerful, even while sharing her snowy rural home with a brooding, unappreciative boyfriend. When an urban, erudite couple with an adopted Ethiopian son moves next door, Kaja is thrilled and exhilarated at the prospect of interesting new friends. Yet after a night of bonding, admiration turns to romance and Kaja’s life is permanently changed.

The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and the only supplements are U.S. and international trailers.

Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.98.

You can find the latest specs for 'Happy, Happy' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under January 24.

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'Blackthorn' Announced for Blu-ray

Wed Nov 09, 2011 at 11:00 AM ET
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Butch Cassidy will ride again on Blu-ray this December!

In an early announcement to retailers, Magnolia says 'Blackthorn' is coming to Blu-ray on December 20.

Sam Shepard ('Brothers,' 'The Assassin of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford') delivers “a beautifully understated performance” (The Hollywood Reporter) in the “elegiac, beautifully shot Western” (New York Post) 'Blackthorn.' It’s been said (but unsubstantiated) that Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid were killed in a standoff with the Bolivian military in 1908. In 'Blackthorn,' Cassidy (Shepard) survived, and is quietly living out his years under the name James Blackthorn in a secluded Bolivian village. Tired of his long exile from the U.S. and hoping to see his family again before he dies, Cassidy sets out on the long journey home. However, when an unexpected encounter with an ambitious young criminal (Eduardo Noriega, 'The Devil’s Backbone,' 'Open Your Eyes') derails his plans, he is thrust into one last adventure, the likes of which he hasn’t experienced since his glory days with the Sundance Kid.

Co-starring Academy Award winner Stephen Rea ('Ondine,' 'The Crying Game') and Nicolaj Coster-Waldau (“The Game Of Thrones,” 'Kingdom Of Heaven'), 'Blackthorn' was directed by three-time Goya winner Mateo Gil and was shot on location in the breathtaking Bolivian landscape, believed to be Cassidy’s final resting place.

Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.98.

You can find the latest specs for 'Blackthorn' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under December 20.

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Blu-ray Gets 'Happy, Happy'

Tue Oct 25, 2011 at 11:00 AM ET
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The award-winning Norwegian comedy is coming to high-definition in January.

In an early announcement to retailers, Magnolia says 'Happy, Happy' is coming to Blu-ray on January 24.

The film directed by Anne Sewitsky won the Grand Jury Prize at the 2011 Sundance Film Festival and was nominated for three Amanda Awards in Norway including Best Score, Best Actress (Agnes Kittelsen), and Henrik Rafaelsen won for Best Actor.

Family is the most important thing in the world to Kaja. She is an eternal optimist in spite of living with a man who would rather go hunting with the boys, and who refuses to have sex with her because she isn't particularly attractive anymore. Whatever. That's life. But when the perfect couple moves in next door, Kaja struggles to keep her emotions in check. Not only do these successful, beautiful, exciting people sing in a choir; they have also adopted a child - from Ethiopia. These new neighbors open a new world to Kaja, with consequences for everyone involved. And when Christmas comes around, it becomes evident that nothing will ever be like before - even if Kaja tries her very best.

Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.98.

You can find the latest specs for 'Happy, Happy' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under January 24.

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'Tucker and Dale vs. Evil' Blu-ray Detailed

Fri Oct 21, 2011 at 01:45 PM ET
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The sleeper hit dark comedy coming to Blu-ray in November has now been fully detailed!

As previously reported, Magnolia will release 'Tucker and Dale vs. Evil' on Blu-ray on November 29.

The film stars Alan Tudyk and Tyler Labine as a pair of mountain folk who are trying to enjoy their vacation when they are attacked by preppy college kids.

The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a lossless 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: Making of Tucker & Dale vs. Evil featurette and commentary with Alan Tudyk, Tyler Labine, and director Eli Craig.

Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.98.

You can find the latest specs for 'Tucker and Dale vs. Evil' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under November 29.

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HDD Spotlight Bargain: 'Tucker and Dale vs. Evil' Blu-ray $15.99 at Amazon

Tue Oct 04, 2011 at 02:05 PM ET
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Save nearly fifty percent on the hillbilly hoedown on Blu-ray at Amazon!

The online retailer is now selling 'Tucker and Dale vs. Evil' on Blu-ray for only $15.99 (47% off suggested retail price).

The film stars Alan Tudyk and Tyler Labine as a pair of mountain folk who are trying to enjoy their vacation when they are attacked by preppy college kids.

Click here to pre-order your copy of this dark comedy hitting stores on November 29!

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HDD Spotlight Bargain: 'Tucker and Dale vs. Evil' Blu-ray $15.99 at Amazon

Tue Oct 04, 2011 at 02:05 PM ET
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Save nearly fifty percent on the hillbilly hoedown on Blu-ray at Amazon!

The online retailer is now selling 'Tucker and Dale vs. Evil' on Blu-ray for only $15.99 (47% off suggested retail price).

The film stars Alan Tudyk and Tyler Labine as a pair of mountain folk who are trying to enjoy their vacation when they are attacked by preppy college kids.

Click here to pre-order your copy of this dark comedy hitting stores on November 29!

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'BKO: Bangkok Knockout' Blu-ray Supplements Detailed

Fri Jul 29, 2011 at 01:25 PM ET
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Bonus features have now been added to the adrenaline-fueled Thai actioner kicking ass on Blu-ray this August.

As previously reported, Magnolia has listed Panna Rittkrai's 'BKO: Bangkok Knockout' for Blu-ray on August 30.

Rittkrai is a legend in Thai action cinema. The director of 'Born to Fight' and fight coordinator for such classics as 'Ong Bak' and 'Chocolate', he was the star of many action films in the 70s and 80s, and is famously a mentor to some of the top action superstars working today, including Tony Jaa ('Ong Bak'), Dan Chupong ('Dynamite Warrior') and Jija Yanin ('Chocolate'). BKO features a range of martial art disciplines. A group of "fight club" pals whose styles vary from Muay Thai and Capoeira to Kung Fu and Tai Chi must fight for their lives when one of their friends is kidnapped.