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Jeremy Rumas' 'Hangs Upon Nothing' Headed for Blu-ray[teaser]The surfing documentary will be available on Blu-ray in August. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Vinegar Syndrome and Etiquette Pictures says 'Hangs Upon Nothing' will hit Blu-ray on August 2. Hangs Upon Nothing documents the lives of a group of surfers: Chuck Corbett who wandered his way to the remote atolls of Kiribati, brothers Mikala and Daniel Jones whose adventures take them to the far corners of the Indonesian archipelago, alongside a local crew of teenage surfers coming of age amongst the surf mecca of Bali. Their intertwined journeys are bound by an unending quest to find and ride perfect waves. First-time filmmaker, Jeremy Rumas' Hangs Upon Nothing is as much a celebration of surfing as it is a stunningly beautiful exploration of mystical cultures where modern technology and millennia of history intersect. Shot entirely on 16mm film using a mechanical spring-wound Bolex, over the course of seven years, and featuring an ethereal original score by Rumas' band, Velo Sun, Hang Upon Nothing is a sensory journey of finding freedom in barreling waves. Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements will include: Audio Commentary by Director Jeremy Rumas; "About Nothing" - Making of Featurette; "Surf Celluloid" - Technical Featurette; Multiple Trailers; Extensive Stills Gallery; and Quality Recycled Packaging & Slipcase. You can find the latest specs for 'Hangs Upon Nothing' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under August 2.Posted Tue Jun 14, 2016 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
Kicking Some Asteroid: 'Ratchet & Clank' Dated and Detailed for Blu-ray[teaser]The animated sci-fi adventure is headed for Blu-ray in August. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Universal Studios will be releasing 'Ratchet & Clank' on Blu-ray on August 16. Based on the popular video game franchise, Ratchet & Clank follows two unlikely heroes as they struggle to stop a vile alien from destroying every planet in the Solana Galaxy. Ratchet is the last of his kind, a foolhardy "Lombax" who has grown up alone on a backwater planet with no family of his own. Clank is a pint-sized robot with more brains than brawn. When the two stumble upon a dangerous weapon capable of destroying entire planets they must join forces with a team of colorful heroes called the Galactic Rangers in order to save the galaxy. Along the way, they will learn about heroism, friendship, and the importance of discovering one's own identity in this thrilling and funny adventure featuring the voices of Paul Giamatti, John Goodman, Rosario Dawson and Sylvester Stallone. The Blu-ray combo pack will feature 1080p video, lossless 5.1 audio, and supplements include: Ratchet & Clank: A Hero's Journey and Ratchet & Clank: Leveling Up. You can find the latest specs for 'Ratchet & Clank' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under August 16. Order the Blu-rayPosted Tue Jun 14, 2016 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'Supergirl: The Complete First Season' Blu-ray Detailed[teaser]The CBS show is soaring toward Blu-ray in August. [/teaser]In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Bros. is preparing 'Supergirl: The Complete First Season' for Blu-ray on August 9. Born on the doomed planet Krypton, Kara Zor-El escaped at the same time as her cousin, Superman, but didn’t arrive on Earth until years later after being lost in the Phantom Zone. Raised by her adopted family, the Danvers, Kara grew up in the shadow of her foster sister, Alex, and learned to hide the phenomenal powers she shares with her famous cousin. Years later, at age 24, and now living in National City while working as an assistant for Catco Worldwide Media mogul Cat Grant, Kara has spent so many years trying to fit in that she forgot to ever stand out. All that changes when she decides to embrace her superhuman abilities and become the hero she was always destined to be. With the help of Daily Planet photographer James Olsen, her bioengineer sister Alex, and the research of the super-secret, off-the-grid Department of Extra-Normal Operations (DEO), who are tasked with keeping the Earth safe from aliens, Kara takes to the skies to protect her world. The Blu-ray/Digital HD combo pack will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD MA 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: 2015 Comic-Con Panel: Warner Bros. Television Presents a Night of DC Entertainment at Comic-Con 2015: Supergirl; The Man From Mars: Superman once described J'onn J'onzz as "the most powerful being on the face of the Earth." This documentary will explore J’onn J’onzz’s current circumstances on Supergirl as the alien who swore an oath to a dying father to protect his daughters; A World Left Behind: Krypton: Kara Zor-El's home planet of Krypton was destroyed in the opening minutes of the pilot. It was a spectacular, futuristic society filled with mystery and intrigue! This documentary will explore the history of this famous planet and its role and depiction in Supergirl; Gag Reel; and Deleted Scenes. Suggested list price for the 4-Disc Blu-ray is $54.97. You can find the latest specs for 'Supergirl: The Complete First Season' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under August 9. Order the Blu-rayPosted Mon Jun 13, 2016 at 01:00 PM PDT by: -
John Carpenter's 'The Thing: Collector's Edition' Blu-ray Dated & Detailed[teaser]The horror classic is getting a Collector's Edition this September. [/teaser] As previously reported, Scream Factory will be releasing 'The Thing: Collector's Edition' on Blu-ray in September, and now the official release date is September 20. Horror-meister John Carpenter (Halloween, Escape from New York) teams Kurt Russell's outstanding performance with incredible visuals to build this chilling version of the classic The Thing. In the winter of 1982, a twelve-man research team at a remote Antarctic research station discovers an alien buried in the snow for over 100,000 years. Once unfrozen, the form-changing alien wreaks havoc, creates terror and becomes one of them. The 2-disc Blu-ray will feature a new 2K scan of the Inter-positive supervised and approved by director of photography Dean Cundey, a new 4.1 created from the original 70MM Six Track Dolby Stereo soundtrack, and supplements include: NEW Audio Commentary with director of photography Dean Cundey; NEW The Men of Outpost 31 - interviews with Keith David, Thomas Waites, Peter Maloney and more…; NEW Assembling and Assimilation – an interview with editor Todd Ramsay; NEW Behind the Chameleon – interviews with visual effects artists Peter Kuran and Susan Turner, special make-up effects artist Rob Burman and Brian Wade and more….; NEW Sounds from the Cold – interviews with supervising sound editor David Lewis Yewdall and special sound effects designer Alan Howarth; NEW Between the Lines – an interview with novelization author Alan Dean Foster; Audio Commentary by director John Carpenter and actor Kurt Russell; John Carpenter's The Thing: Terror Takes Shape – a documentary on the making of THE THING featuring interviews with John Carpenter, Kurt Russell, special effects make-up designer Rob Bottin, legendary matte artist Albert Whitlock plus members of the cast and crew (80 minutes – SD); Outtakes (5 minutes - SD); Vintage featurettes from the electronic press kit featuring interviews with John Carpenter, Kurt Russell and Rob Bottin (12 minutes - SD); Vintage featurettes – The Making of a Chilling Tale and The Making of THE THING (1982 – 14 minutes - SD); Vintage Product Reel – contains a promotional condensed version of the film with additional footage not in the film (19 minutes - SD); Vintage Behind-the-Scenes footage (2 minutes - SD); Annotated Production Archive – Production Art and Storyboards, Location Scouting, Special Make-up Effects, Post Production (48 minutes - SD); Network TV Broadcast version of THE THING (92 minutes - SD); Teaser Trailer & Theatrical Trailers (U.S. and German Trailer); TV spots & Radio Spots; Still Gallery (behind-the-scenes photos, posters and lobby cards); AND MORE... You can find the latest specs for 'The Thing: Collector's Edition' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under September 20.Posted Mon Jun 13, 2016 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
HDD Deal of the Week: 'Jurassic Park Collection' Blu-ray $20.99 at Amazon[teaser]Amazon is offering the first three dinosaur-packed films on Blu-ray for nearly fifty percent off. [/teaser] Amazon is selling 'Jurassic Park Collection' for $20.99 (47% off the suggested retail price). The set includes the first three films in the franchise digitally remastered with new 7.1 audio plus hours of bonus features. This set also has an empty space to hold 'Jurassic World' (sold separately). Click here to order your copy today! This offer is available from now through June 19.Posted Mon Jun 13, 2016 at 10:27 AM PDT by: -
Yorgos Lanthimos' Critically-Acclaimed 'The Lobster' Blu-ray Bound[teaser]The dystopian romantic comedy starring Colin Farrell and Rachel Weisz is headed for Blu-ray in August. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Lionsgate has revealed 'The Lobster' will arrive on Blu-ray on August 2. In this highly imaginative, delightfully absurdist comedy, Colin Farrell stars as David, a man who has just been dumped by his wife. To make matters worse, David lives in a society where single people have 45 days to find true love, or else they are turned into the animal of their choice and released into the woods. David is kept at the mysterious HOTEL while he searches for a new partner, and after several romantic misadventures, decides to make a daring escape to abandon this world. He ultimately joins up with a rebel faction known as The Loners, a group founded on a complete rejection of romance. But once there, David meets an enigmatic stranger (Rachel Weisz) who stirs up unexpected and strong feelings within him. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a lossless 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include The Fabric of Attraction: Concocting The Lobster featurette. You can find the latest specs for 'The Lobster' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under August 2. Order the Blu-rayPosted Mon Jun 13, 2016 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
'The Blacklist: The Complete Third Season' Planned for Blu-ray[teaser]The third season of the hit series starring James Spader and Megan Boone is headed for Blu-ray in August. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Sony has revealed 'The Blacklist: The Complete Third Season' will arrive on Blu-ray on August 2. In the third season of the hit drama The Blacklist, FBI Agent Elizabeth "Liz" Keen is now a fugitive and on the run with criminal mastermind Raymond "Red" Reddington. With Assistant FBI Director Harold Cooper under investigation, a conflicted Agent Donald Ressler leads the FBI Task Force on a massive manhunt for Liz and Red. As they struggle to stay one step ahead of their former colleagues, Liz immerses herself into Red's underworld of disreputable contacts and covert operations. Liz is on an unpredictable journey of self-discovery and all the pieces of her life, including her indefinable relationship with Tom, will be drastically challenged as she continues to believe Red holds all the answers. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a lossless 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include: Outside the Box: Making The Blacklist Comic Book; All About Aram; and Red's Gems: Favorite Lines From Season 3; plus Blu-ray exclusive Deleted and Extended Scenes; From the Shadows: Villains of Season 3; Episode Commentaries; and Creating The Stunts: Script to Screen. You can find the latest specs for 'The Blacklist: The Complete Third Season' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under August 2. Order the Blu-rayPosted Mon Jun 13, 2016 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
Jess Franco's 'The Mistresses of Dr. Jekyll' Headed for Blu-ray[teaser]The 1964 horror flick will be getting the Blu-ray treatment this year. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Redemption will be releasing 'The Mistresses of Dr. Jekyll' on Blu-ray later this year. Melissa, an attractive Austrian college student, travels to Holfen to spend the Christmas holidays at the castle of her uncle, Dr. Conrad Fisherman, but the mood she encounters there is hardly festive. Her uncle's behavior is cold and furtive, and her Aunt Ingrid is perpetually drunk, trying to forget the night so many years ago when Conrad caught her making love with his brother Andros and murdered him. Melissa's chance discovery of a photograph of her late father, whom she never knew, awakens her curiosity about the past, just as Dr. Fisherman, a disciple of the mad Dr. Orloff, awakens the corpse of Andros as a human automaton with a high-frequency command to kill...! Specs haven't been revealed yet, but the film has been newly remastered in 2K and the release will include an audio commentary by Tim Lucas and more. You can find the latest specs for 'The Mistresses of Dr. Jekyll' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under PENDING.Posted Mon Jun 13, 2016 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
More Than Meets the Eye: 'The Transformers: The Movie - 30th Anniversary Edition' Rolling to Blu-ray[teaser]The 1986 fan favorite animated film is headed for Blu-ray in September. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Shout Factory is working on 'The Transformers: The Movie - 30th Anniversary Edition' for Blu-ray on September 13. A war has been waging on the planet Cybertron for millennia. The Autobots, led by the heroic Optimus Prime, prepare to make a daring attempt to retake their planet from the evil of Megatron and the Decepticons. Unknown to both sides, a menacing is heading their way - Unicron, a planet that devours everything in its path. The only hope of stopping Unicron lies within the Matrix of Leadership and the Autobot who can rise up and use its power to light their darkest hour. Will the Autobots be able to save their home world from destruction or will the Decepticons reign supreme? The all-star cast of voice talent includes Peter Cullen, Frank Welker, Eric Idle, Judd Nelson, Robert Stack, Orson Welles, Scatman Crothers, Casey Kasem and Leonard Nimoy. No other details have been revealed at this time. You can find the latest specs for 'The Transformers: The Movie - 30th Anniversary Edition' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under September 13.Posted Fri Jun 10, 2016 at 01:30 PM PDT by: -
'Scooby-Doo! and WWE: Curse of the Speed Demon' Blu-ray Bound[teaser]The next animated Scooby mystery will wrestle its way to Blu-ray in August. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner says 'Scooby-Doo! and WWE: Curse of the Speed Demon' is headed for Blu-ray on August 9. It's pedal to the metal as Scooby-Doo, Shaggy and the gang team up with the superstars of WWE in this hi-octane, all-new original movie! When Scooby and Mystery Inc. visit an off-road racing competition, it's not long before strange events start to occur. A mysterious phantom racer, known only as Inferno, is causing chaos and determined to sabotage the race. It's up Scooby-Doo, Shaggy and their new driving partner, The Undertaker, to save the race and solve the mystery. Along with other WWE superstars such as Triple H, Paige and Shamus, it's time to start your engine and your appetite because Scooby-Doo and WWE are chasing down adventure and laughs just for you! Specs have yet to be revealed, but the suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $24.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Scooby-Doo! and WWE: Curse of the Speed Demon' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under August 9. Order the Blu-rayPosted Fri Jun 10, 2016 at 12:00 PM PDT by:
