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Warner Unveils 'Cool Hand Luke' Blu-ray Specs, Box Art[teaser]Warner has unveiled specs and box art for the September Blu-ray debut of the classic 'Cool Hand Luke.'[/teaser] As previously reported, 'Cool Hand Luke' will get the fully-remastered treatment from Warner on September 9, when the studio premieres the film on Blu-ray day-and-date with a new standard DVD re-issue. Extras include all-new audio commentary with Newman biographer Erik Lax, the documentary "A Natural-Born World-Shaker: Making Cool Hand Luke" and the original theatrical trailer. Tech specs feature 1080p video and English Dolby TrueHD 5.1 Surround audio, plus standard Dolby dubs in French and Spanish. Finally, Warner will be eschewing its Digi-Book packaging on 'Cool Hand Luke,' and has offered this high-res peek at the Blu-ray box art: Suggested list price for the Blu-ray has been set at $28.96. You'll find final specs for 'Cool Hand Luke' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under September 9. We've also set up a dedicated thread for Warner's latest in our Forums area -- click the following link to discuss 'Cool Hand Luke' Blu-ray release.Posted Thu May 22, 2008 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
Lionsgate Prepping 'Universal Soldier,' 'Angel Heart' for Blu-ray[teaser]Lionsgate has included a new promotional insert with this month's Blu-ray debut of 'Rambo,' previewing a quartet of upcoming titles, including the first confirmation of still-unscheduled next-gen releases of 'Universal Solider' and 'Angel Heart.'[/teaser] Dropping on our doorstep this week was a copy of 'Rambo,' which included a color advertisement in the keepcase touting the upcoming release of four Blu-ray titles, including the recently-announced 'The Doors' and 'Belly.' Although no exact street dates were given, the ad also promised future debuts for 'Universal Soldier' and 'Angel Heart.' With both 'The Doors' and 'Belly' given August 12 dates, 'Angel Heart' and 'Soldier' appear posed for a late Summer or early Fall arrival. No additional specs are revealed in the promo, though it does promise upgraded video and audio. We'll definitely keep you posted as further word comes from the studio. In the meantime, we've added listings for 'Universal Soldier' and 'Angel Heart' to the "Release Dates Pending" section of our Blu-ray Release Schedule. Stay tuned!Posted Thu May 22, 2008 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
'Gangs of New York' Specs, Box Art Revealed[teaser]Final specs and box art are in for 'Gangs of New York,' which Disney will debut on Blu-ray this July with PCM audio and multiple bonus features.[/teaser] As we first reported earlier this year, 'Gangs of New York' hits Blu-ray on July 1 as one of Martin Scorsese's most eagerly-awaited crime dramas. Extras are identical to the previous DVD release, with audio commentary by Scorsese, four featurettes ("Costume Design," "Set Design," "History of the Five Points," "Exploring the Sets of Gangs of New York"), the Discovery Channel Special "Uncovering the Real Gangs of New York," a U2 music video and a pair of theatrical trailers. Tech specs feature 1080p video and uncompressed English PCM 5.1 Surround audio, plus English and French Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround options. Finally, Disney has revealed the final box art for 'Gangs of New York': Suggested list price for the Blu-ray has been set at $34.95. You'll find final specs for 'Gangs of New York' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under July 1. We've also set up a dedicated thread for Scorsese's latest in our Forums area -- click the following link to discuss the 'Gangs of New York' Blu-ray release.Posted Thu May 22, 2008 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'Smallville' Season Seven Headed to Blu-ray This Fall[teaser]It's a bird! It's a plane! It's the return of 'Smallville' on Blu-ray, whose complete seventh season will make its next-gen bow this Fall. [/teaser] Scheduled for a day-and-date release on Blu-ray and standard DVD on September 9, 'Smallville: The Complete Seventh Season' will come without high-res audio but with several bonus features. Tech specs include 1080p/VC-1 video on all episodes (1.78:1), along with English Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround tracks. Supplements include a pair of featurettes ("Supergirl," "Jimmy on Jimmy"), as well as a series of "Smallville Legends" web-i-sodes. Finally, Warner has offered a high-res peek at the Blu-ray cover for 'Smallville': Warner has set a $59.98 suggested list price for the Blu-ray. You'll find the latest specs for 'Smallville: The Complete Seventh Season' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under September 9. We've also set up a dedicated thread for Warner's latest TV release in our Forums area -- click the following link to discuss the 'Smallville: The Complete Seventh Season' Blu-ray release.Posted Wed May 21, 2008 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
'Belly' Bound for Summer Blu-ray Debut[teaser]Lionsgate has issued an announcement to retailers that it's bringing the all-star crime drama 'Belly' to Blu-ray this August.[/teaser] Starring DMX, Nas, and Method Man, 'Belly' helped pioneer the "urban" genre, and has attained cult status on DVD. Lionsgate will give the Hype Williams-directed film its Blu-ray debut on August 12 Due to the early nature of the retail announcement there are no tech specs or supplemental details available as of yet, but we'll keep you posted. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray has been set at $29.98. You'll find preliminary specs for 'Belly' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under August 12. We've also set up a dedicated thread for Lionsgate's latest in our Forums area -- click the following link to discuss 'Belly' Blu-ray release.Posted Wed May 21, 2008 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
Lionsgate Opening 'The Doors' on Blu-ray this August[teaser]Lionsgate plans to expand the consciousness of Blu-ray fans this August, with the next-gen bow of Oliver Stone's 'The Doors.'[/teaser] The studio has alerted retailers to an August 12 Blu-ray street date for the Oliver Stone biopic, which stars Val Kilmer in the chronicle of the short, fast life of The Doors' Jim Morrison. Though not a huge box office hit, the film has since gone on to attain cult status and remains one of Lionsgate's top DVD catalog sellers. There are no supplemental details as of yet, but early retail listings indicate 1080p video and a DTS-HD Lossless Master Audio 7.1 Surround track. We'll keep you posted as further details are confirmed. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray has been set at $29.98. You'll find preliminary specs for 'The Doors' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under August 12. We've also set up a dedicated thread for Lionsgate's latest in our Forums area -- click the following link to discuss 'The Doors' Blu-ray release.Posted Wed May 21, 2008 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
Fox Scares Up 'Shutter' Blu-ray This Summer[teaser]Fox has announced a July release of the horror remake 'Shutter,' which will come to high-def in a never-before-seen unrated version.[/teaser] Starring Joshua Jackson and Rachael Taylor ('Transformers'), the PG-13-rated 'Shutter grossed $25 million at the domestic box office. Fox will debut the film July 15 on Blu-ray, day-and-date with the standard DVD. Out-spooking the theatrical version with all-new footage and an alternate ending, the Unrated version of 'Shutter' will be presented on a BD-50 dual-layer disc with 1080p/AVC MPEG-4 video and a DTS-HD Lossless Master Audio 5.1 Surround track. Extras are extensive, and include audio commentary (with Taylor, production executive Alex Sundell and screenwriter Luke Dawson), five featurettes ("Cultural Divide," "The Director: Masayuki Ochiai," "A Conversation With Luke Dawson," "Create Your Own Phantom Photo," "The Hunt For The Haunt: Tools And Tips For Ghost Hunting"), nine deleted scenes plus an alternate ending, and an exclusive first look at the upcoming Fox horror film 'Mirror.' Exclusive to the Blu-ray are the Fox Movie Channel Presents special "In Character With Joshua Jackson," a trio of "Japanese Spirit Photography Videos," and three additional deleted scenes. Fox has set the suggested retail price for the Blu-ray at $39.98. You'll find the latest specs for 'Shutter' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under July 15.Posted Wed May 21, 2008 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
Warner Sets August Bow for 'Sarah Connor Chronicles' Blu-ray[teaser]Warner is bringing the 'Terminator' spin-off TV series 'The Sarah Chronicles' to Blu-ray this August as a three-disc set packed with features.[/teaser] Continuing the adventures of John and Sarah Connor from the blockbuster 'Terminator' franchise, 'Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles - The Complete First Season' is set to hit Blu-ray on August 19, day-and-date with the standard DVD. Bonus features include audio commentaries on select episodes, the featurette "Creating the Chronicles," the "Terminated Scenes" compilation, a gag reel, cast auditions, a storyboard animatic, and an extended Director's Cut of the episode "The Demon Hand." There are no tech specs yet, but watch this space. Warner has also issued a sneak peek at the box art for the Blu-ray of 'The Sarah Connor Chronicles.' Suggested list price for the Blu-ray has been set at $39.98. You'll find the latest specs for 'Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles - The Complete First Season' listed in our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under August 19.Posted Tue May 20, 2008 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
Universal Sets Specs, Adds U-Control to 'Mummy Returns' Blu-ray[teaser]Universal has announced full specs for the Blu-ray release of 'The Mummy Returns ,' which the studio will launch this July with exclusive U-Control content.[/teaser] As we first reported last month, Universal announced their premiere line-up of Blu-ray releases for this Summer, jump-started by a July 22 bow for the blockbuster sequel 'The Mummy Returns.' The newly-unveiled tech specs boast a BD-50 dual-layer disc with 1080p video (no codec specified) and DTS-HD Lossless Master Audio 5.1 Surround audio. Extras will equal the previous HD DVD release, including audio commentary with director Stephen Sommers and co-producer Bob Ducsay, a quartet of featurettes ("Visual and Special Effects Formation," "An Army to Rule the World Part 2," "Spotlight and On Location of the Mummy," "Unraveling the Legacy of the Mummy"), deleted scenes, and an interview with Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson. Exclusive to the Blu-ray is a U-Control picture-in-picture track offering behind-the-scenes footage and filmmaker interviews. Universal has not yet confirmed a suggested list price for 'The Mummy,' but we'll keep you posted. As always, you'll find the latest specs for 'The Mummy Returns' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under July 22. We've also set up a dedicated thread for Universal's Blu-ray debut in our Forums area -- click the following link to discuss 'The Mummy Returns' Blu-ray release.Posted Tue May 20, 2008 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
'Drillbit Taylor' Blu-ray Specs, Box Art In[teaser]Paramount has officially announced the July release of 'Drillbit Taylor,' which hits Blu-ray in an extended edition with a host of HD bonus features.[/teaser] As previously reported, Paramount had issued a July 29 Blu-ray street date to retailers for the Owen Wilson comedy (four weeks following the standard DVD), but stopped short of issuing any specs or supplement details. Now the full skinny is in, with the Blu-ray featuring an extended version of the film spread across a BD-50 dual-layer disc and presented in 1080p video and Dolby TrueHD 5.1 Surround audio. Extras include audio commentary (by director Steven Brill, screenwriter Kristofor Brown, and actors Troy Gentile, Nate Hartley, and David Dorfman), plus a raft of video materials in full HD video, among them six featurettes ( "The Writers Get a Chance to Talk: Kristofor Brown and Seth Rogen," "Rap Off," "Bully," "Sprinkler Day," "Directing Kids," "The Real Don: Danny McBride"), 19 extended and deleted scenes, a "Line-O-Rama" montage, and gag reel. Finally, Paramount has revealed the final Blu-ray box art for 'Drillbit Taylor': As previously announced, Paramount has set a suggested retail price of $39.95. You'll find final specs for 'Drillbit Taylor' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under July 29.Posted Tue May 20, 2008 at 08:00 AM PDT by:
