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'300: The Complete Experience' Set for July Blu-ray Double Dip[teaser]Two years after its high-def debut, Warner is double-dipping the monster hit '300' with the July release of 'The Complete Experience.'[/teaser] Though long-rumored for a Blu-ray release, Warner Home Video has today finally confirmed a July 21 street date for '300: The Complete Experience,' which will arrive on high-def as a DigiBook special edition, timed to coincide with the video release of director Zack Snyder's just-announced 'Watchmen: Director's Cut.' Expanding upon the extras found on the previous, single-disc Blu-ray version of '300,' the three-disc 'Complete Experience' will include over two hours of new making-of footage. Dubbed "The Complete 300: A Comprehensive Immersion,' the Blu-ray will feature three picture-in-picture tracks that offer three unique perspectives while you watch the film: • Creating a Legend - Frank Miller and Zack Snyder interpret a classic tale • Bringing the Legend to Life - Building a world from a comic • The History Behind the Myth - The real story of the hot gates Also new to the 'Complete Experience' Blu-ray are BD-Live connectivity, which will include MyCommunity Screening and My WB Commentary functions, and a media center with additional downloadable content. Bonus features carried over from previous video releases of '300' include a blue screen-only picture-in-picture track, audio commentary by Snyder, writer Kurt Johnstad and director of photography Larry Fong, multiple featurettes ("The 300- Fact or Fiction?", "Who Were The Spartans - The Warriors of 300," "Preparing for Battle - The Original Test Footage," "Frank Miller Tapes," "Making of 300"), the "Making 300 in Images" still gallery, web-i-sodes, and deleted scenes. Tech specs will see the main feature presented on a BD-50 dual-layer disc with 1080p/VC-1 video (2.39:1) and English Dolby TrueHD 5.1 Surround audio. A third standard DVD disc will contain a Digital Copy of the film, compatible with PCs and iTunes. Finally, the set comes housed in Warner's DigiBook packaging, which includes a 50-page full-color collectible booklet with additional liner notes and rare photos. We have yet to receive a confirmed suggested retail price for the Blu-ray, but we'll keep you posted. You'll find the latest specs for '300: The Complete Experience' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under July 21.Posted Wed May 13, 2009 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
HDD Spotlight Bargain: 'War, Inc.' Blu-ray $9.99 at Amazon[teaser]The online retailer has another great deal for anyone looking to expand their Blu-ray libraries on the cheap.[/teaser] Amazon.com has reduced the price of the Blu-ray of 'War, Inc.' starring John Cusack, Ben Kingsley, and Marisa Tomei to $9.99. Click here to be linked to the sale. It is unknown how long this sale will last, so if you're a fan of the film be sure not to miss out on this deal.Posted Tue May 12, 2009 at 01:00 PM PDT by: -
Warner Announces 'Watchmen' Blu-ray[teaser]The 'Watchmen' are coming: Warner Home Video has set a late-July Blu-ray date for a never-before-seen extended cut of the comic book hit.[/teaser] Despite a domestic gross of over $100 million, 'Watchmen' was considered somewhat of a disappointment, as it failed to hit the stratospheric heights of other comic book blockbusters like 'Iron Man' and 'The Dark Knight.' Hoping to give the film another push on video, Warner will release 'Watchmen: Director's Cut' on Blu-ray July 21 (day-and-date with the standard DVD) with 25 minutes of never-before-seen footage. Tech specs will present the feature film on a BD-50 dual-layer disc with 1080p/VC-1 video (2.39:1) and Dolby TrueHD 5.1 Surround audio. Exclusive to the Blu-ray is a "Maximum Movie Mode" picture-in-picture hosted by director Zack Snyder, a pair of featurettes ("Real Super Heroes, Real Vigilantes," "Mechanics: Technologies of a Fantastic World") and BD-Live connectivity. Shared with the standard DVD are "Watchmen: Focus Points," the "Phenomenon: The Comic that Changed Comics" featurette, and a music video ("Desolation Row" by My Chemical Romance). Included on a second standard DVD disc is a Digital Copy of the film (theatrical version only), compatible with PCs and iTunes. Suggested retail price for the Blu-ray has been set at $35.98. You'll find the latest specs for 'Watchmen: Director's Cut' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under July 21.Posted Tue May 12, 2009 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
Warner Double Dips with 'Natural Born Killers: Director's Cut' Blu-ray[teaser]The unrated version of 'Natural Born Killers' is getting a Blu-ray release, with Warner setting a late-August street date for the high-def double dip.[/teaser] Released on Blu-ray in 2008 in only its original R-rated form, Oliver Stone's ultra-controversial 'Natural Born Killers: Director's Cut' will finally receive its high-def premiere on the Warner label (the uncut version had previously only been issued through independent means) August 25. A two-disc set, the film proper will include four additional minutes of graphic footage, and be presented on a BD-50 dual-layer disc in 1080p/VC-1 video and ENglish Dolby TrueHD 5.1 Surround audio. New bonus features boast an introduction by Stone, the "NBK Evolution: How Would it All Go Down Now?" documentary, a 'Director's Cut' theatrical trailer, and a collectible booklet. Extras carried over from previous video versions include audio commentary with Stone, six deleted scenes, alternate ending, "Chaos Rising" featurette, and a Charlie Rose interview with Stone. No list price has been confirmed as of yet for the Blu-ray, but we'll keep you posted. You'll find the latest specs for 'Natural Born Killers; Director's Cut' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under August 25.Posted Tue May 12, 2009 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
'Midnight Express' Coming to Blu-ray[teaser]Sony Pictures has announced a July Blu-ray date for the classic '70s drama 'Midnight Express.'[/teaser] The shocking true-life tale of American Billy Hayes, who spent years incarcerated in a Turkish prison, will make its Blu-ray debut on July 21 (Sony has previously-released a special edition DVD version). Tech specs will see a BD-50 dual-layer disc with 1080p/AVC MPEG-4 video (1.78:1) and English audio tracks in Dolby TrueHD 5.1 Surround and the original 1.0 Mono. Bonus features include audio commentary with director Alan Parker, a trio of featurettes ("The Producers," "The Production," "The Finished Film") and a still gallery. Exclusive to the Blu-ray will be deluxe packaging that includes a collectible booklet, as well as BD-Live connectivity. Suggested retail price for the Blu-ray has been set at $38.96. You'll find the latest specs for 'Midnight Express' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under July 21.Posted Tue May 12, 2009 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
Disney to 'Race to Witch Mountain' this August[teaser]Disney has announced an early-August date for 'Race to Witch Mountain,' which will hit high-def as a Blu-ray/DVD combo.[/teaser] The $50 million-grossing remake, which stars Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson in a effects-laden update of the '70s family classic, will arrive on Blu-ray August 4, day-and-date with the standard DVD. Tech specs will see a two-disc Blu-ray/DVD combo set, with the Blu-ray enjoying 1080p/AVC MPEG-4 video and a DTS-HD Lossless Master Audio 5.1 Surround track. No word on bonus features, but we'll keep you posted. Suggested retail price for the Blu-ray has been set at $39.99. You'll find the latest specs for 'Race to Witch Mountain' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under August 4.Posted Tue May 12, 2009 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'Scrubs' to Make High-Def Debut with Season Eight Blu-ray[teaser]'Scrubs' is sharpening its scalpels for Blu-ray, with Disney setting a November date for the top-rated TV comedy.[/teaser] In a very early announcement to retailers, Disney has set a November 17 Blu-ray for 'Scrubs: The Complete Eighth Season,' which marks the show's high-def debut and trails the standard DVD by about three months. Tech specs will see 1080p/AVC MPEG-4 video (1.78:1) and DTS-HD Lossless Master Audio 5.1 Surround tracks. Among the bonus features is the "My Bahamas Trip" featurette, deleted scenes and alternate lines, and a blooper reel. Exclusive to the Blu-ray is a collection of 12 web-i-sodes. We also have yet to receive a confirmed retail price for the Blu-ray, but as always, we'll keep you posted. You'll find the latest specs for 'Scrubs: The Complete Eighth Season' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under November 17.Posted Mon May 11, 2009 at 01:30 PM PDT by: -
HDD Spotlight Bargain: 'Doomsday' Blu-ray $9.99 at iNetVideo[teaser]iNetVideo has a great deal for those who think it's the end of the world as we know it, but still feel fine... so long as the price is right.[/teaser] The online retailer has listed the science-fiction action thriller 'Doomsday' on Blu-ray for only $9.99. Click here to be linked to the sale. There's no word on how long this sale will run, and the deal will be offered while quantities last.Posted Mon May 11, 2009 at 01:00 PM PDT by: -
Summit Sets 'Knowing' Blu-ray Date, Specs[teaser]'Knowing' has gotten a release date and specs, with Summit bringing the sci-fi hit to Blu-ray in early July with multiple bonus features.[/teaser] As previously reported, the $70 million-grossing Nicolas Cage smash will arrive on Blu-ray July 7 (day-and-date with the standard DVD), and now final specs are in. The 121-minute film will be presented in 1080p video (2.39:1) and English DTS-HD Lossless Master Audio 5.1 Surround. Extras include audio commentary with director Alex Proyas, and two making-of featurettes. Suggested retail price for the Blu-ray has been set at $39.99. You'll find the latest specs for 'Knowing' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under July 7.Posted Mon May 11, 2009 at 12:25 PM PDT by: -
Report: 'Terminator: Salvation' Blu-ray to Get 30 Minutes of Deleted Scenes[teaser]Fans of the upcoming 'Terminator: Salvation' will be seeing a lot more of the film when it hits high-def, with director McG revealing details on planned bonus materials for the in-the-works Blu-ray release of the sci-fi sequel.[/teaser] As first reported by the site Collider, the 'Salvation' helmer talked extensively about the upcoming, highly-anticipated sequel in a video interview, in advance of its theatrical release later this month. MCG spoke at length about plans to include 30 to 40 minutes of deleted material not in the theatrical version, among them extensive subplots involving hero John Connor, as well as an alternate ending. The director did not reveal if the material would be re-integrated into the film as a new, longer cut, or only be provided as supplements. (You can check out the complete video interview via the link below, though be forewarned that it includes clips of many scenes not included in the film's trailer as well as other plot specifics, so spoiler potential is high.) As 'Terminator: Salvation' has yet to even hit theaters, Warner has of course not officially revealed any of its potential future plans for the film on Blu-ray. As always, we'll keep you updated as any official news comes in. In the meantime, we've added a listing for 'Terminator: Salvation' to the "Release Dates Pending" section of our Blu-ray Release Schedule. Watch this space!Posted Mon May 11, 2009 at 11:30 AM PDT by:
