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'Out of Africa' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The 25th anniversary of Sydney Pollack's epic drama will be celebrated on Blu-ray this April. [/teaser] Universal is working on the romantic drama 'Out of Africa' starring Meryl Streep and Robert Redford for a Blu-ray release on April 27. The Blu-ray/DVD flipper disc will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: Feature Commentary with Director Sydney Pollack, Deleted Scenes, A Song of Africa, Theatrical Trailer, Production Notes (DVD side only), Cast and Filmmakers (DVD side only), My Scenes, and BD-Live. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is still unconfirmed. You can find the latest specs for 'Out of Africa' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under April 27.Posted Thu Feb 4, 2010 at 02:00 PM PST by: -
'Michael Bolton: Live from Royal Albert Hall' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]Don't tell Michael Bolton, but a live 2009 concert by the famous crooner is coming to Blu-ray in May. [/teaser] Eagle Rock Entertainment has announced 'Michael Bolton: Live from Royal Albert Hall' for a high-definition release on May 4. There's no word on tech specs or suggested list price yet, but supplements will include bonus tracks, an interview with Michael Bolton, and a featurette called Countdown. A full track listing can be viewed here. You can find the latest specs for 'Michael Bolton: Live from Royal Albert Hall' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under May 4.Posted Thu Feb 4, 2010 at 01:00 PM PST by: -
'Neil Diamond: Hot August Night' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The 2008 concert held at New York City's Madison Square Garden is bound for Blu-ray later this month. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Sony says it will release 'Neil Diamond: Hot August Night' on high-definition on February 23. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a Dolby TrueHD 5.1 soundtrack, and LPCM 2.0 soundtrack. The only supplement is Welcome Home Neil. A full track listing can be viewed here. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $24.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Neil Diamond: Hot August Night' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 23.Posted Thu Feb 4, 2010 at 11:00 AM PST by: -
HDD Spotlight Bargain: 'Serenity' Blu-ray $12.99 at Amazon[teaser]Joss Whedon's final chapter following a ragtag group of space-faring outlaws is on sale. [/teaser] The online retailer is selling the sci-fi film 'Serenity' continuing the saga of the cult TV series 'Firefly' for only $12.99 (52% off suggested list price). Click here to pick up this great flick for your collection!Posted Thu Feb 4, 2010 at 10:15 AM PST by: -
Classic Disney Blu-rays Delayed[teaser]Unfortunately, it seems a few animated classics will be coming to high-definition later than anticipated. [/teaser] 'Dumbo: Special Edition' was supposed to be released this month, but Disney now says the lovable big-eared elephant won't be soaring to Blu-ray until February of 2011. Other titles to be delayed are 'Fantasia' and 'Fantasia 2000' which have been pushed from March to December. You can find the latest specs for 'Dumbo: Special Edition,' 'Fantasia' and 'Fantasia 2000' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where they're now indexed under PENDING.Posted Thu Feb 4, 2010 at 09:45 AM PST by: -
'The Jackal' Stalks Blu-ray[teaser]The deadly assassin will be on the prowl in high-definition this April. [/teaser] Universal is planning to unleash 'The Jackal' starring Bruce Willis and Richard Gere on Blu-ray April 27. The Blu-ray/DVD flipper disc will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: The Making of The Jackal, Feature Commentary with Director Michael Caton-Jones, Production Notes, Cast and Filmmakers, Theatrical Trailer, BD Live, and My Scenes. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is still unconfirmed. You can find the latest specs for 'The Jackal' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under April 27.Posted Thu Feb 4, 2010 at 08:00 AM PST by: -
'Traffic' Makes a Stop on Blu-ray[teaser]Steven Soderbergh's gripping drama about the drug trade will be smuggled to high-definition this April. [/teaser] Universal is prepping 'Traffic,' starring Benicio Del Toro, Michael Douglas, Catherine Zeta-Jones, and Don Cheadle for Blu-ray release on April 27. The Blu-ray/DVD flipper disc will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: Deleted scenes, Inside Traffic, D-Box, My Scenes, and BD-Live. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is still unconfirmed. You can find the latest specs for 'Traffic' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under April 27.Posted Thu Feb 4, 2010 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
HDD Highlights Blu-ray Surprises: 'Universal Soldier: Regeneration'[teaser]The surprisingly enthusiastic response to Jean-Claude Van Damme's latest Universal Soldier escapade has us wondering what other pleasant surprises viewers have discovered.[/teaser] Before 2008's 'JCVD,' a lot of us had mentally relegated our favorite kickboxer to the Seagal direct-to-video realm, but almost no one could have predicted the overwhelming response to the Muscles from Brussels' franchise return in 'Universal Soldier: Regeneration,' with lots of talk about the last 20-30 minutes in particular. So this has us wondering, what other unexpected surprises have you unearthed on Blu-ray? If Peter Hyams of 'Sudden Death' and 'Timecop' legend can set his old leading man up with his son John and get this kind of results, what other unexpected romping, stomping good times are out there just waiting to be discovered. Please check out the review for 'Universal Soldier: Regeneration,' then tell use what other treasures you guys has discovered in bargain bins and discount shelves.Posted Wed Feb 3, 2010 at 05:15 PM PST by: -
'Dune' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]David Lynch's 1984 adaptation of Frank Herbert's sci-fi classic is coming to Blu-ray this April. [/teaser] Universal is planning to release David Lynch's 'Dune' starring Kyle MacLachlan, Patrick Stewart, and Sting on high-definition on April 27. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: Deleted Scenes with an Introduction by Raffaella De Laurentiis, Designing Dune, Dune FX, Dune Models & Miniatures, Dune Wardrobe Design, and D-Box support. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is still unconfirmed. You can find the latest specs for 'Dune' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under April 27.Posted Wed Feb 3, 2010 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
'Wonderful World' on Blu-ray[teaser]The comedy about a pessimistic failed children's folk singer who falls in love with his roommate's sister is bound for Blu-ray this March. [/teaser] Magnolia is planning to release 'Wonderful World' starring Matthew Broderick and Sanaa Lathan on Blu-ray on March 16. Specs and supplements haven't been revealed yet, but the suggested list price for the Blu-ray has been set at $29.98 You can find the latest specs for 'Wonderful World' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under March 16.Posted Wed Feb 3, 2010 at 11:00 AM PST by:
