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'Better Call Saul: The Complete Second Season' Blu-ray Detailed[teaser]The 'Breaking Bad' spinoff's second season is coming to Blu-ray in November.[/teaser]As previously reported, Sony is preparing 'Better Call Saul: The Complete Second Season' for Blu-ray, and now the date has been set for November 15. Season one found Jimmy (Bob Odenkirk) stumble upon a large class-action lawsuit, which led to a promising job opportunity at a large firm. Having arrived at a fork in the road, will Jimmy take the straight and narrow path with a safe corporate job or will he fall back into his “Slippin’ Jimmy” con-artist ways? The release will feature 1080p video, lossless 5.1 audio, and supplements include: Audio Commentaries for all 10 Episodes; Gag Reel; "Switch" Table Read; "Settling the Score: Original Music by Composer Dave Porter"; and "Building the Shot". Blu-ray exclusives include: "Jimmy and Kim: A Complicated Relationship"; "The Takedown"; "In Conversation: Jonathan Banks & Mark Margolis"; "Constructing Davis & Main"; "Landing FIFI"; "HSC: Beaches 'n' Peaches"; and Commercials. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray/UltraViolet combo pack is $65.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Better Call Saul: The Complete Second Season' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under November 15. Order the Blu-rayPosted Tue Sep 20, 2016 at 02:00 PM PDT by: -
Peter Sasdy's 'Doomwatch' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The 1972 horror flick will be available in stores in December. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Kino is preparing 'Doomwatch' for Blu-ray on December 6. The mysterious island village of Balfe is experiencing unexplainable phenomena...from grossly oversized sea life to half-buried bodies in the dark woods to strange Neanderthal-like men suffering from a rare disfiguring disease. Is this town afflicted by radioactive waste contaminating their water? Is there a vengeful mutant monster lurking in the woods? Or worse, are the townsfolk being punished by an act of God for their past sins? It is up to Dr. Del Shaw and the dedicated scientists at Doomwatch headquarters to discover the cause of these horrific mutations. Infuriating local villagers who cling to their secluded island's survival, Dr. Shaw (Ian Bannen) and local school teacher Victoria Brown (Judy Geeson) risk their lives to uncover the truth behind the strange happenings, no matter how frightening or dangerous it may be. Based on the British television series of the same name, Doomwatch is a haunting telltale film that just might be hazardous to your health! Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements include: NEW On-camera interview with Star Judy Geeson; NEW Audio Commentary with Director Peter Sasdy; NEW On-camera Intro by Director Peter Sasdy; and Trailer Gallery. You can find the latest specs for 'Doomwatch' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under December 6.Posted Tue Sep 20, 2016 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
'Mad Max: High-Octane Collection' Blu-ray Bound[teaser]The collection featuring 'Mad Max: Fury Road - Black & Chrome Edition' (also sold separately) will be speeding to Blu-ray in December. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Brothers is working on 'Mad Max: High-Octane Collection' for Blu-ray on December 6. All four films from visionary director George Miller's blockbuster sci-fi franchise -- Mad Max (1979); Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior (1981); Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome (1985); and Mad Max: Fury Road (2015), now with Tom Hardy as Max Rockatansky -- are together in one collection. The collection includes the four films and five hours of bonus content, including the visually stunning 'Mad Max: Fury Road "Black & Chrome" Edition. Also included is the 4K-Ultra HD version and a UV Digital Copy of Mad Max: Fury Road. New features include: Fury Road "Black & Chrome" Edition – Witness the surreal black and white version of mastermind George Miller's Fury Road; George Miller Introduction to the Mad Max Fury Road: Black and Chrome Edition – Special introductory piece by George Miller describing his vision; Road War – In 1982, the world was blindsided by George Miller's masterpiece of apocalyptic destruction: The Road Warrior. For the first time ever George Miller, Terry Hayes and star Mel Gibson tell the story of the car-crushing production that redefined action cinema forever; and Madness of Max – The previously released Mad Max (1979) documentary is a feature-length documentary on the making of arguably the most influential movie of the past thirty years. With over forty cast-and-crew interviews, hundreds of behind-the-scenes photographs and never-before-seen film footage of the shoot, this is, without a doubt, the last word on Mad Max (1979). Interviews include: George Miller, Byron Kennedy, Mel Gibson, Hugh Keays-Byrne, Steve Bisley, Roger Ward, Joanne Samuel, David Eggby, Jon Dowding and many more. From the Producers to the Bike Designers to the Traffic Stoppers, this is the story of how Mad Max was made. You can find the latest specs for 'Mad Max: High-Octane Collection' and 'Mad Max: Fury Road - Black & Chrome Edition' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where they're indexed under December 6.Posted Mon Sep 19, 2016 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
Criterion's December 2016 Blu-ray Titles Now Available for Pre-Order![teaser]The distributor has revealed its upcoming slate of December releases, including John Huston's 'The Asphalt Jungle' and Federico Felini's 'Roma.' [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Criterion is preparing 'The Asphalt Jungle,' 'Roma,' 'The Exterminating Angel,' and 'Heart of a Dog' for Blu-ray throughout the month of December. 'The Exterminating Angel' (December 6) - A group of high-society friends are invited to a mansion for dinner and inexplicably find themselves unable to leave in The Exterminating Angel (El ángel exterminador), a daring masterpiece from Luis Buñuel. Made just one year after his international sensation Viridiana, this film, full of eerie, comic absurdity, furthers Buñuel’s wicked takedown of the rituals and dependencies of the frivolous upper classes. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, an uncompressed Spanish mono soundtrack, and supplements will include: The Last Script: Remembering Luis Buñuel, a 2008 documentary featuring writer Jean-Claude Carrière and filmmaker Juan Luis Buñuel; Interviews with actor Silvia Pinal and filmmaker Arturo Ripstein from 2006; Trailer; PLUS: A booklet featuring an essay by film scholar Marsha Kinder and an interview with director Luis Buñuel from the 1970s. Order the Blu-ray 'Heart of a Dog' (December 6) - Heart of a Dog marks the first feature film by multimedia artist Laurie Anderson in over thirty years. A cinematic tone poem that flows from a sustained meditation on death and other forms of absence, the film seamlessly weaves together thoughts on Tibetan Buddhism, reincarnation, the modern surveillance state, and the artistic lives of dogs, with an elegy for the filmmaker’s beloved rat terrier, Lolabelle, at its heart. Narrated by Anderson with her characteristic wry wit, and featuring a plaintive, free-form score by the filmmaker, the tender and provocative Heart of a Dog continues Anderson’s five-decade career of imbuing the everyday with a sense of dreamlike wonder. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, an English 5.1 surround DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack, and supplements will include: New conversation between director Laurie Anderson and coproducer Jake Perlin; Footage of Anderson’s 2016 Concert for Dogs; Trailer; PLUS: An essay by film critic Glenn Kenny. Order the Blu-ray 'The Asphalt Jungle' (December 13) - In a smog-choked city somewhere in the American Midwest, an aging criminal mastermind, newly released from prison, hatches a plan for a million-dollar jewel heist and draws a wealthy lawyer and a cherry-picked trio of outlaws into his carefully devised but inevitably doomed scheme. Anchored by an abundance of nuanced performances from a gifted ensemble—including a tight-jawed Sterling Hayden and a sultry Marilyn Monroe in her breakout role—this gritty crime classic by John Huston climaxes in a meticulously detailed anatomy of a robbery that has reverberated through the genre ever since. An uncommonly naturalistic view of a seamy underworld,The Asphalt Jungle painstakingly depicts the calm professionalism and toughness of its gangster heroes while evincing a remarkable depth of compassion for their all-too-human fragility, and it showcases a master filmmaker at the height of his powers. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, an uncompressed English mono soundtrack, and supplements will include: Audio commentary from 2004 by film historian Drew Casper, featuring recordings of actor James Whitmore; New interviews with film noir historian Eddie Muller and cinematographer John Bailey; Archival footage of writer-director John Huston discussing the film; Pharos of Chaos, a 1983 documentary about actor Sterling Hayden; Episode of the television program City Lights from 1979 featuring John Huston; Audio excerpts of archival interviews with Huston; Excerpts from footage of the 1983 AFI Lifetime Achievement Award ceremony honoring Huston, featuring actor Sam Jaffe and the filmmaker; Trailer; PLUS: An essay by critic Geoffrey O’Brien; and More! Order the Blu-ray 'Roma' (December 13) - Travelogue, memoir, and outrageous cinematic spectacle converge in this kaleidoscopic valentine to the Eternal City, composed by one of its most iconic inhabitants. Leisurely one moment and breathless the next, this urban fantasia by Federico Fellini interweaves recollections of the director’s young adulthood in the era of Mussolini with an impressionistic portrait of contemporary Rome, where he and his film crew are gathering footage of the bustling cityscape. The material delights of sex, food, nightlife, and one hallucinatory ecclesiastical fashion show are shot through with glimmers of a monumental past: the Colosseum encircled by traffic, ancient frescoes unearthed in a subway tunnel, a pigeon-befouled statue of Caesar. With a head-spinning mix of documentary immediacy and extravagant artifice, Romapenetrates the myth and mystique of Italy’s storied capital, a city Fellini called “the most wonderful movie set in the world.” The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, an uncompressed Italian LPCM mono soundtrack, and supplements will include: Audio commentary featuring Frank Burke, author of Fellini’s Films; Deleted scenes; New interview with filmmaker Paolo Sorrentino on the lasting influence of director Federico Fellini;New interview with Italian poet and Fellini friend Valerio Magrelli; Images from the Felliniana archive of collector Don Young, Trailer; PLUS: An essay by film scholar David Forgacs Order the Blu-ray Suggested list price for each Blu-ray is $39.95. 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 December.Posted Mon Sep 19, 2016 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
'Death Line: Collector's Edition' Blu-ray Bound in 2017[teaser]The 1972 horror flick also known as 'Raw Meat' is coming to high-definition in the new year. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Blue Underground is working on 'Death Line: Collector's Edition' for Blu-ray in 2017. For generations they've lingered beneath the streets of London. But now their last survivor has emerged, driven by a desperate hunger for human flesh! Donald Pleasence stars in this daring horror classic that dishes out heart-stopping jolts and hair-raising thrills. When a prominent politician and a beautiful young woman vanish inside a London subway station, Scotland Yard's Inspector Calhoun (Pleasence) investigates and makes a horrifying discovery. Not only did a group of 19th-century tunnel workers survive a cave-in, but they lived for years in a secret underground enclave by consuming the flesh of their own dead. Now the lone descendant of this grisly tribe has surfaced, prowling the streets of London for fresh victims...and a new mate. No other details have been revealed at this time. You can find the latest specs for 'Death Line: Collector's Edition' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under PENDING.Posted Mon Sep 19, 2016 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
'Harley and the Davidsons' Blu-ray Detailed[teaser]Ciaran Donnelly and Stephen Kay's drama headed to Blu-ray in December has now been fully detailed. [/teaser] As previously reported, Lionsgate and The Discovery Channel will release 'Harley and the Davidsons' on Blu-ray on December 13. This is the story of young men - best friends and brothers - coming of age and dealing with rivalries, expectations of parents, business competitors and life and death on the race track. In Milwaukee at the turn of the 20th century, the Davidson brothers and their friend Bill Harley launch a motorcycle company that will eventually become an iconic brand and an enduring symbol of Americana. Harley and the Davidsons reveals that great opportunities can be forged not only through ingenuity and innovative design, but also from brotherhood and friendship, guts, and an ironclad will to survive. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, Dolby Digital 2.0 audio, and supplements include a behind-the-scenes featurette and the “Biketacular” Special. You can find the latest specs for 'Harley and the Davidsons' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under December 13. Order the Blu-rayPosted Fri Sep 16, 2016 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
'Satanic' Blu-ray Special Features Detailed[teaser]The bonus features for the horror flick available on Blu-ray in October have now been detailed. [/teaser] As previously reported, Magnolia says 'Satanic' will be available on Blu-ray on October 4. Starring Sarah Hyland (“Modern Family”), Steven Krueger (“The Originals”), Justin Chon (Twilight) and Clara Mamet (“The Neighbors”), SATANIC follows four coeds as they summon unforgiving demons and make promises they quickly regret. Before taking a road trip to Coachella, the group checks into the Flower Hotel, the scene of Lainey Gore’s gruesome suicide in homage to Satan himself, for their own satanic tour in the City of Angels. The thrill seekers visit the site of the infamous Manson murders and an unnerving satanic store, leading the group to mistakenly interrupt a cult’s sacrifice of a girl named Alice (Sophia Dalah, Unbroken). Ultimately allowing her to break free, the travelers soon begin to question her innocence as she has an unsettling admiration for the spirit of Lainey Gore. Special features of SATANIC include a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the pulse-pounding film, exclusive interviews with the cast, and a glimpse at the special effects used when creating some of the film’s most terrifying scenes. You can find the latest specs for 'Satanic' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under October 4. Order the Blu-rayPosted Fri Sep 16, 2016 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
'Constantine: The Complete Series' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]Every episode of the canceled supernatural series are coming to Blu-ray next month. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Archive says 'Constantine: The Complete Series' on Blu-ray on October 4. Based on the wildly popular DC character, seasoned demon hunter and master of the occult John Constantine (Matt Ryan) is armed with a ferocious knowledge of the dark arts and a wickedly naughty wit. He fights the good fight - or at least he did. With his soul already damned to Hell, he's decided to abandon his campaign against evil...until a series of events thrusts him back into the fray, and he'll do whatever it takes to protect the innocent. With the balance of good and evil on the line, Constantine will use his skills to travel the country, find the supernatural terrors that threaten our world, and send them back to where they belong. After that, who knows...maybe there's hope for him and his soul after all. Matt Ryan (The Halcyon, Criminal Minds: Suspect Behavior) stars as Constantine, a role he has since reprised for Arrow and as the voice of the animated character in the upcoming Justice League Dark. "Actors don't generally like to revisit their own filmed performances, but I really enjoyed watching the episodes myself because Constantine is such a bold, outright character - both to play and to watch," says Ryan. "He's this brilliant ball of wise-cracking, chain-smoking street magic - and it's so much fun exploring his fascinating, dark world of torment and mystery. I'm happy the fans will now have the opportunity to experience the series on Blu-ray, plus all the bonus features." The 3-disc set will feature 1080p video, lossless 5.1 audio, and supplements include: Constantine: Trailer; Constantine: On the Set; 2014 Comic-Con Panel Q & A with Cast and Creators; and DC Comics Night at Comic-Con 2014 Presenting Gotham, The Flash, Constantine and Arrow. You can find the latest specs for 'Constantine: The Complete Series' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under October 4.Posted Fri Sep 16, 2016 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'The Walking Dead: The Complete Sixth Season (Limited Edition Set)' Blu-ray Dated[teaser]The sixth season limited edition set featuring a "truck" walker figurine will be shipping in early November. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Starz/Anchor Bay is working on 'The Walking Dead: The Complete Sixth Season (Limited Edition Set)' for Blu-ray on November 1. McFarlane Toys has done it again creating a striking, must-own packaging concept. This year’s Limited Edition features the “truck” walker from the infamous rock quarry in the very first episode of Season 6. Handsomely crafted and intricately detailed, the figurine is based on the original walker designed by award-winning special effects make-up Supervisor and Executive Producer, Greg Nicotero. Packaging also includes a collectible 5-disc Blu-ray™ set digipack with exclusive “walker” cover art available only with this set. You can find the latest specs for 'The Walking Dead: The Complete Sixth Season (Limited Edition Set)' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under November 1. Order the Blu-rayPosted Thu Sep 15, 2016 at 02:30 PM PDT by: -
'Penny Dreadful: The Final Season' Blu-ray Detailed[teaser]The third and final season of the horror series arriving on Blu-ray in October has now been fully detailed. [/teaser] As previously reported, Paramount and Showtime will be releasing 'Penny Dreadful: The Final Season' on Blu-ray on October 4. PENNY DREADFUL, a co-production with SHOWTIME® and Sky, features an ensemble cast led by Josh Hartnett (Black Hawk Down), Timothy Dalton (The Living Daylights, Licence to Kill) and Eva Green (Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children, Casino Royale). Simon Russell Beale (My Week with Marilyn), Reeve Carney (The Rocky Horror Picture Show), Rory Kinnear (Skyfall), Patti LuPone (American Horror Story), Billie Piper (Doctor Who, Secret Diary of a Call Girl), Wes Studi (Hell On Wheels) and Harry Treadaway (The Lone Ranger) also starred. What if the only way to battle our demons is to surrender to them? Welcome to the darkest and most thrilling season of PENNY DREADFUL yet. Confronting new horrors in dangerous new lands, Ethan Chandler (Hartnett), Dr. Frankenstein (Treadaway), Dorian Gray (Carney), Sir Malcolm (Dalton), the Creature (Kinnear) and the ravishing but deadly Lily (Piper) must each face – and embrace – their own most truly monstrous selves. But for the beautiful and tortured Vanessa Ives (Green), accepting her demons could exact a terrible cost and plunge the world into unending darkness. The 3-disc set will feature 1080p video, a Dolby Atmos soundtrack, and supplements include: Hecate's Witch Prosthetics; The Making Of Dr. Jekyll's Lab; Character Profiles; Vanessa's Costumes; and The Dead Zoo. You can find the latest specs for 'Penny Dreadful: The Final Season' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under October 4. Order the Blu-rayPosted Thu Sep 15, 2016 at 02:00 PM PDT by:
