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'Death Machines' Blu-ray Dated and Supplements Revealed[teaser]The 1976 cult action film is planned for a Blu-ray release in November. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Vinegar Syndrome is preparing 'Death Machines' for Blu-ray on November 29. Madame Lu has created three 'Death Machines', a trio of martial arts experts who have been injected with a special serum, turning them into mindless zombies, capable only of murder, at Lu's command. Tasked with eliminating her enemies, the Death Machines go on a blood soaked rampage, killing anyone in their path. After they massacre an entire dojo, leaving only one survivor, the Death Machines and Madame Lu herself become the targets of his vengeance... Part kung fu film, part revenge thriller, and part sci-fi/horror, director Paul Kyriazi's debut feature is a head spinning, non-stop thrill ride of gratuitous violence and bizarre plot twists, guaranteed to satisfy the cinematic cravings of even the most discriminating fans of drive-in movies. Vinegar Syndrome is proud to present this outlandish, action packed, and truly unforgettable piece of mid-70s genre filmmaking, freshly restored in 4k from its original Techniscope camera negative and featuring brand new interviews with its director and stars. The release will feature a NEW 4K Restoration from the 35mm Techniscope camera negative and supplements will include: Audio Commentary track with director Paul Kyriazi; Director introduction; Video interview with actor Michael Chong; Audio interview with actor Joshua Johnson; Trims/outtakes; Original theatrical trailer; Teaser trailer; and Reversible cover artwork. You can find the latest specs for 'Death Machines' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under November 29. Order the Blu-rayPosted Thu Oct 20, 2016 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
'Eliminators' Blu-ray Bound[teaser]The action thriller starring Scott Adkins is headed for Blu-ray this December. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Universal is working on 'Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil' for Blu-ray on December 6. When his home in London is attacked, a former federal agent (Scott Adkins, Doctor Strange) must come out of hiding of the witness protection program to protect his daughter. With his true identity exposed to the criminal underworld, he goes on the run with Europe's most dangerous assassin on his trail and must use every trick he knows to keep his family alive. Also starring Wade Barrett, Eliminators is a fast-paced, edge-of-your-seat thrill ride. The release will feature 1080p video, lossless 5.1 audio, and supplements include: Hand-to-Hand Bishop and Bishop for Hire. You can find the latest specs for 'Eliminators' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under December 6. Order the Blu-rayPosted Thu Oct 20, 2016 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
'The Quiet Earth' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The 1985 science fiction film will be getting the Blu-ray treatment in December. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Film Movement is preparing 'The Quiet Earth' for Blu-ray on December 6. In this sci-fi cult classic, Zac Hobson, a mid-level scientist working on a global energy project, wakes up to a nightmare. After his project malfunctions, Zac discovers that he may be the last man on Earth. As he searches empty cities for other survivors, Zac's mental state begins to deteriorate - culminating in the film's iconic and hotly debated ending. Specs have yet to be revealed, but the release will feature a new restoration and supplements include: Audio Commentary by acclaimed astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson and film critic Odie Henderson; plus a Collector's Booklet with film essay by academic/film critic Teresa Heffernan, cast and crew credits, and archival stills. You can find the latest specs for 'The Quiet Earth' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under December 6. Order the Blu-rayPosted Thu Oct 20, 2016 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
Fede Alvarez's 'Don't Breathe' Blu-ray Dated and Detailed[teaser]The critically acclaimed horror flick is planned for Blu-ray in November. [/teaser] As previously reported, Sony is working on 'Don't Breathe' for Blu-ray, and now the release date has been set for November 29. Hailed as "the best American horror film in twenty years" (Jim Hemphill, "Filmmaker Magazine") and Certified Fresh on Rotten Tomatoes (87%), Don't Breathe debuted at #1 at the box office and remained in the top spot for two weekends in a row. The film follows a group of thieves who break into a blind man's home thinking they'll get away with the perfect crime. When the blind man reveals a dark side, the trio quickly discovers they were dead wrong. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, lossless 5.1 audio, and supplements include: Deleted Scenes with Director's Commentary; Commentary with Director Fede Alvarez, Co-Writer Rodo Sayagues and Actor Stephen Lang; and Five Featurettes. You can find the latest specs for 'Don't Breathe' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under November 29. Order the Blu-rayPosted Wed Oct 19, 2016 at 01:30 PM PDT by: -
Warner Bros. Readies Five Catalog Titles for Ultra HD Blu-ray[teaser]Five more Warner Bros. titles are heading to Ultra HD Blu-ray.[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Bros. is preparing 'Argo,' 'The Town,' 'I Am Legend,' and 'Goodfellas' for Ultra HD Blu-ray on December 6. In addition, 'Unforgiven' is also available for pre-order, but a release date has not been confirmed. Full specs have not been detailed yet, but each disc will feature 2160p video with HDR (high dynamic range). Likewise, supplements are expected to mirror those found on each title's previous Blu-ray release. Suggested list price for each Ultra HD Blu-ray is $44.95. You can find the latest specs for 'Argo,' 'The Town,' 'I Am Legend,' and 'Goodfellas' linked from our Ultra HD Blu-ray Release Schedule, where they are indexed under December 6. You can find the latest specs for 'Unforgiven' linked from our Ultra HD Blu-ray Release Schedule where it's indexed under PENDING. Order the Ultra HD Blu-ray Order the Ultra HD Blu-ray Order the Ultra HD Blu-ray Order the Ultra HD Blu-ray Order the Ultra HD Blu-rayPosted Wed Oct 19, 2016 at 01:00 PM PDT by: -
Benny Chan's 'Call of Heroes' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The crime actioner is slated for Blu-ray in December. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Well Go USA is preparing 'Call of Heroes' for Blu-ray on December 6. Multiple Award-Winning Director Benny Chan (Connected, The White Storm) directs a star-studded lineup of action stars in Call of Heroes. Koo stars as the spoiled son of a powerful General who has grown into a vicious and depraved Warlord. Accused of triple murder, his father will destroy the town if his son is convicted and sentenced to death. But injustice cannot go unanswered, and the villagers prepare for the repercussions of punishing a guilty man. Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements will include the original trailer and the original Cantonese version of the film. You can find the latest specs for 'Call of Heroes' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under December 6. Order the Blu-rayPosted Wed Oct 19, 2016 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
Michael Anderson's 'Doc Savage: The Man of Bronze' Blu-ray Bound[teaser]The 1975 action-comedy is headed for Blu-ray in November. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Archive is working on 'Doc Savage: The Man of Bronze' for Blu-ray on November 1. Based on the first of Kenneth Robeson's 181 adventure-packed Doc Savage books, Doc Savage: The Man of Bronze hits the screen with all its gee-whiz, gung-ho spirit intact. And its bold protagonist, who along with having a Herculean body is also a surgeon, linguist and inventor, remains determined to do right to all and wrong to no one. Ron Ely (TV's Tarzan) plays the strapping Savage in this high-camp, big- heroics tale of his trek into the Valley of the Vanished to confront the power-hungry Captain Seas (Paul Wexler). And behind the camera are pros who know how to get the most of this entertainment bronze mine: veteran fantasy film producer George Pal (The War of The Worlds, The Time Machine) and director Michael Anderson (Around the World in 80 Days, Logan's Run). The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, lossless 2.0 audio, and supplements include the original theatrical trailer. You can find the latest specs for 'Doc Savage: The Man of Bronze' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under November 1. Order the Blu-rayPosted Wed Oct 19, 2016 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
Jem Cohen's 'Counting' Headed for Blu-ray[teaser]The documentary arrives on Blu-ray in November. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Cinema Guild says 'Counting' will be available on Blu-ray on November 8. In fifteen linked chapters shot in locations ranging from Moscow to New York to Istanbul, Counting merges city symphony, diary film, and personal/political essay to create a vivid portrait of contemporary life. Perhaps the most personal of Cohen's films (Museum Hours, Chain, Instrument, Benjamin Smoke), Counting measures street life, light and time, noting not only surveillance and overdevelopment but resistance and its phantoms as manifested in music, animals and everyday magic. Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements include: Three short films by Jem Cohen: On Essex Road (2016, HD, 11 min), Bury Me Not (2016, HD, 10 min), and Light Years (1989, Super 8, 5 min); Theatrical Trailer; and Illustrated Booklet featuring and essay by Jem Cohen and review by Ann Hornaday of the Washington Post. You can find the latest specs for 'Counting' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under November 8. Order the Blu-rayPosted Wed Oct 19, 2016 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
David Cronenberg's 'Rabid' Blu-ray Supplements Detailed[teaser]The Collector's Edition Blu-ray will be frothing at the mouth this November. [/teaser] As previously reported, Scream Factory says 'Rabid: Collector's Edition' will be available on Blu-ray on November 22. With Rabid, acclaimed director David Cronenberg (The Fly, Dead Ringers, Naked Lunch) delivers a high-tension thriller filled with "zombified sluts and shock moments… an irresistible combination that Cronenberg handles well" (Almar Haflidason, BBC)! After undergoing radical emergency surgery, Rose (former adult film star Marilyn Chambers in her first leading role in a mainstream film) develops an insatiable desire for blood. She searches out victims to satisfy her incurable craving, infecting them with an unknown disease which in turn swiftly drives them insane… and makes them equally bloodthirsty. Follow the lovely but deadly Rose through her terrifying ordeal as victim by victim, the spreading circle of casualties grows... until no one can escape their grisly fate of becoming... Rabid. Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements include: NEW 2K Scan From The Negative At Director David Cronenberg's Preferred Aspect Ratio (1.66:1); NEW Audio Interview With Author Jill C. Nelson (Golden Goddesses: 25 Legendary Women Of Classic Erotic Cinema, 1968-1985) And Marilyn Chambers' Personal Appearances Manager Ken Leicht; NEW Young And Rabid – An Interview With Actress Susan Roman; Audio Commentary With Writer/Director David Cronenberg; Audio Commentary With William Beard, Author Of The Artist As Monster: The Cinema Of David Cronenberg; Archival Interview With David Cronenberg; Interview With Executive Producer Ivan Reitman; Interview With Co-producer Don Carmody; From Stereo To Video – A Video Essay By Caelum Vatnsdal, Author Of They Came From Within: A History Of Canadian Horror Cinema; Original Theatrical Trailer And TV Spot; and Radio Spots (U.S. And U.K.). You can find the latest specs for 'Rabid: Collector's Edition' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under November 22.Posted Wed Oct 19, 2016 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
Criterion's January 2017 Blu-ray Titles Now Available for Pre-Order![teaser]The distributor has revealed its upcoming slate of January releases, including Howard Hawks' 'His Girl Friday.'[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Criterion is preparing 'His Girl Friday,' 'Something Wild (1961),' 'Fox and His Friends,' and 'Black Girl' for Blu-ray throughout the month of January. 'His Girl Friday' (January 10) - One of the fastest, funniest, and most quotable films ever made, His Girl Friday stars Rosalind Russell as reporter Hildy Johnson, a standout among cinema’s powerful women. Hildy is matched in force only by her conniving but charismatic editor and ex-husband, Walter Burns (played by the peerless Cary Grant), who dangles the chance for her to scoop her fellow newswriters with the story of an impending execution in order to keep her from hopping the train that’s supposed to take her to Albany and a new life as a housewife. When adapting Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur’s smash hit play The Front Page, director Howard Hawks had the inspired idea of turning star reporter Hildy Johnson into a woman, and the result is an immortal mix of hard-boiled newsroom setting with remarriage comedy. Also presented here is a brand-new restoration of the 1931 The Front Page, the famous pre-Code adaptation of the same material, directed by Lewis Milestone. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, an uncompressed English mono soundtrack, and supplements will include: - New 2K restoration of Lewis Milestone’s The Front Page (1931), made from a recently discovered print of the director’s preferred version- New interview with film scholar David Bordwell about His Girl Friday- Archival interviews with director Howard Hawks- Featurettes from 1999 about Hawks, actor Rosalind Russell, and the making of His Girl Friday- Radio adaptation of His Girl Friday from 1940- New piece about the restoration of The Front Page- New piece about playwright and screenwriter Ben Hecht- Radio adaptations of the play The Front Page from 1937 and 1946- His Girl Friday trailers- PLUS: A booklet featuring essays on His Girl Friday and The Front Page by film critics Farran Smith Nehme and Michael Sragow Order the Blu-ray 'Something Wild (1961)' (January 17) - A complex exploration of the physical and emotional effects of trauma,Something Wild stars Carroll Baker, in a layered performance, as a college student who attempts suicide after a brutal sexual assault but is stopped by a mechanic played by Ralph Meeker—whose kindness, however, soon takes an unsettling turn. Startlingly modern in its frankness and psychological realism, the film represents one of the purest on-screen expressions of the sensibility of the intimate community of artists around New York’s Actors Studio, which transformed American cinema in the mid-twentieth century. With astonishing location and claustrophobic interior photography by Eugene Schüfftan, an opening-title sequence by the inimitable Saul Bass, and a rhythmic score by Aaron Copland, this film by Jack Garfein is a masterwork of independent cinema. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, an uncompressed English mono soundtrack, and supplements will include: - New conversation between Garfein and critic Kim Morgan- New interview with actor Carroll Baker- New interview with scholar Foster Hirsch on the Actors Studio’s cinematic legacy- Master Class with Jack Garfein, a 2015 recording of one of the director’s world-famous lectures on acting technique- PLUS: An essay by critic Sheila O’Malley Order the Blu-ray 'Fox and His Friends' (January 17) - A lottery win leads not to financial and emotional freedom but to social captivity in this wildly cynical classic about love and exploitation by Rainer Werner Fassbinder. Casting himself against type, the director plays a suggestible working-class innocent who lets himself be taken advantage of by his bourgeois new boyfriend (Peter Chatel) and his circle of materialistic friends, leading to the kind of resonant misery that only Fassbinder could create. Fox and His Friends is unsparing social commentary, an amusingly pitiless and groundbreaking if controversial depiction of a gay community in 1970s West Germany. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, an uncompressed German mono soundtrack, and supplements will include: - New interview with actor Harry Baer- New interview with filmmaker Ira Sachs- Excerpt from a 1975 interview with director Rainer Werner Fassbinder- Excerpts from a 1981 interview with composer Peer Raben- Trailer- PLUS: An essay by film critic Michael Koresky Order the Blu-ray 'Black Girl' (January 24) - Ousmane Sembène was one of the greatest and most groundbreaking filmmakers who ever lived, as well as the most internationally renowned African director of the twentieth century—but his name deserves to be better known in the rest of the world. He made his feature debut in 1966 with the brilliant and stirring Black Girl. Sembène, who was also an acclaimed novelist in his native Senegal, transforms a deceptively simple plot—about a young Senegalese woman who moves to France to work for a wealthy white couple and finds that life in their small apartment becomes a prison, both figuratively and literally—into a complexly layered critique of the lingering colonialist mind-set of a supposedly postcolonial world. Featuring a moving central performance by M’Bissine Thérèse Diop, Black Girl is a harrowing human drama as well as a radical political statement—and one of the essential films of the 1960s. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, an uncompressed Wolof/French LPCM mono soundtrack, and supplements will include: - 4K restoration of the short film Borom sarret, director Ousmane Sembène’s acclaimed 1963 debut- New interviews with scholars Manthia Diawara and Samba Gadjigo- Excerpt from a 1966 broadcast of JT 20h, featuring Sembène accepting the Prix Jean Vigo for Black Girl- New interview with actor M’Bissine Thérèse Diop- Trailer- PLUS: An essay by critic Ashley Clark- More! Order the Blu-ray Suggested list price for 'His Girl Friday' is $49.95. Suggested list price for 'Something Wild (1961),' 'Fox and His Friends,' and 'Black Girl' is $39.95 each. You can find the latest specs for all of the titles listed above linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where they're indexed throughout January.Posted Tue Oct 18, 2016 at 01:00 PM PDT by:
