Posted Aug 29, 2008 at 06:00 AM PDT by
Peter Bracke
Next-gen newcomer Artsmagic has given its debut Blu-ray title, the Takashi Miike fantasy 'The Bird People of China,' an October release date.
Marking a thematic change of pace for cult director Miike, 'The Bird People of China' mixes fantastical adventure with everyday realism to spin a unique allegorical fairy tale.
Previously released on DVD by Artsmagic, the title will debut on Blu-ray on October 28.
Artsmagic has not yet announced tech specs or supplement details for its maiden Blu-ray release, but full details are expected shortly. We'll keep you posted.
Suggested retail price for the Blu-ray has been set at $34.95.
You'll find preliminary specs for 'The Bird People of China' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under October 28.