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'Labyrinth: 30th Anniversary Edition' Bound for Blu-ray & Ultra HD Blu-ray with Dolby Atmos[teaser]Jim Henson's classic fantasy adventure will be getting a 30th Anniversary Edition later this year. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Sony is preparing 'Labyrinth: 30th Anniversary Edition' for Blu-ray on September 20. In addition, an Ultra HD Blu-ray and an Amazon Exclusive Blu-ray Gift Set will be released that same day as well. Fifteen-year-old Sarah (Jennifer Connelly) is so resentful of her baby brother Toby that she hopes he will just disappear. Her dream becomes reality when goblins kidnap the boy--but Sarah unexpectedly finds herself horrified by the loss. So she sets forth to retrieve him, and finds herself on the adventure of a lifetime. To accomplish her task, she will somehow have to reach the center of the fantastical labyrinth where the wicked Goblin King (David Bowie, who performs two songs) has imprisoned the lad. But the task is easier said than done, for the maze is filled with strange creatures and mind-bending puzzles that confuse the girl. Directed by Jim Henson and penned by Monty Python's Terry Jones, 'Labyrinth' is a distinctive, beautifully designed dark fantasy for all ages. The Blu-ray will feature a 1080p transfer and the Ultra HD Blu-ray will feature a 2160p transfer with HDR. Both releases will feature Dolby Atmos soundtracks, and supplements will include: "The Henson Legacy" Featurette; Labyrinth Anniversary Q&A; "The Goblin King" Featurette; The Storytellers; Commentary by Conceptual Designer Brian Froud; Original Making of Documentary "Inside The Labyrinth"; "Journey Through the Labyrinth: Kingdom of Characters" Documentary; "Journey Through the Labyrinth: The Quest for Goblin City" Documentary; and Theatrical Trailer. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $19.99. Suggested list price for the Ultra HD Blu-ray is 34.99. Suggested list price for the Amazon Exclusive Blu-ray Gift Set is $75.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Labyrinth: 30th Anniversary Edition' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule and our Ultra HD Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under September 20. Order the Blu-ray Order the Ultra HD Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray Gift SetPosted Fri Apr 29, 2016 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
'Ray Harryhausen: Special Effects Titan' Bound for Blu-ray in June[teaser]Celebrated special effects artist, Ray Harryhausen, is the subject of this documentary coming to Blu-ray in June. [/teaser]In an early announcement to retailers, Arrow Video is preparing 'Ray Harryhausen: Special Effects Titan' for Blu-ray on June 28. The remarkable career of the movie industry's most admired and influential special-effects auteur, the legendary Ray Harryhausen, is the subject of Gilles Penso's definitive documentary Ray Harryhausen: Special Effects Titan. Leaving no doubt as to Harryhausen's seminal influence on modern-day special effects, the documentary features enlightening and entertaining interviews with the man himself, Randy Cook, Peter Jackson, Nick Park, Phil Tippet, Terry Gilliam, Dennis Muren, John Landis, Guillermo del Toro, James Cameron, Steven Spielberg and many more. These filmmakers, who today push the boundaries of special effects movie-making, pay tribute to the father of Stop Motion animation and films such as 'The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms', 'It Came from Beneath the Sea', 'The 7th Voyage of Sinbad', 'Mysterious Island', 'Jason and the Argonauts' and 'The Golden Voyage of Sinbad' - the films that enthralled them as children and inspired them to become filmmakers in their own right. Specs have not been detailed yet, but supplements will include: Interviews with Edgar Wright, Simon Pegg, Peter Lord, Rick Baker; 12 Interview outtakes with Joe Dante, John Lasseter, Nick Park and more!; A message to Ray; Deleted Scenes; On the set of Sinbad; Paris Cinematheque & London Gate Theater Q&As; Audio commentary with the filmmakers; Original Trailer; and Ray Harryhausen Trailer Reel. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $19.95. You can find the latest specs for 'Ray Harryhausen: Special Effects Titan' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under June 28. Order the Blu-rayPosted Fri Apr 29, 2016 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
'The Adderall Diaries' Starring Amber Heard & James Franco Detailed for Blu-ray[teaser]The romantic thriller will arrive on Blu-ray in July. [/teaser]In an early announcement to retailers, Lionsgate is preparing 'The Adderall Diaries' for Blu-ray on July 5. Oscar nominee James Franco is riveting as a famous but troubled author whose fascination with a high-profile murder case brings his own dark past into focus. Based on the best-selling book by Stephen Elliott,The Adderall Diaries follows one man’s desperate journey through sex, drugs, and lies as he tries to separate fact from fiction and ignite a life-changing romance. Ed Harris and Amber Heard costar in this gritty story about the shocking discoveries that lie beneath the truth. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD MA 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: Deleted Scenes; Audio Commentary with Director Pamela Romanowsky; and The Adderall Diaries: A Director's Perspective Featurette. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray/Digital HD combo pack is $24.99. You can find the latest specs for 'The Adderall Diaries' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under July 5. Order the Blu-rayPosted Fri Apr 29, 2016 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'The Huntsman: Winter's War' Blu-ray & Ultra HD Blu-ray Pre-Orders Live[teaser]The fantasy sequel starring Charlize Theron and Chris Hemsworth is coming to Blu-ray and Ultra HD Blu-ray. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Universal will be releasing 'The Huntsman: Winter's War' on Blu-ray and Ultra HD Blu-ray later this year. Freya the Ice Queen (Emily Blunt) brings her sister Ravenna (Charlize Theron) back to life, and the powerful evil siblings plan to conquer the Enchanted Forest. Only the Huntsman (Chris Hemsworth) and his secret lover Sara (Jessica Chastain) can stop them in this sequel continuing the inventive twist on the Snow White fable. Specs and supplements have not been detailed yet. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $34.98, Suggested list price for the Ultra HD Blu-ray is $49.98. You can find the latest specs for 'The Huntsman: Winter's War' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule and our Ultra HD Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under PENDING. Order the Blu-ray Order the Ultra HD Blu-rayPosted Thu Apr 28, 2016 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
Scream Factory Preps 'Slasher: Season One' for Blu-ray[teaser]The horror series will terrify Blu-ray in July. [/teaser]In an early announcement to retailers, Scream Factory is preparing 'Slasher: Season One' for Blu-ray on July 12. Thirty years ago, in the sleepy community of Waterbury, a killer known as "The Executioner" murdered Sarah Bennett's parents. Now Sarah (Katie McGrath) and her husband Dylan (Brandon Jay McLaren) have returned to town, only to find herself the centerpiece in a series of horrifying murders centered around the seven deadly sins. It seems "The Executioner" is back. But if Tom Winston - the original Executioner - is behind bars, who is the new person behind the mask? As the murders escalate, long-buried secrets are revealed, making everyone around Sarah a suspect…or a victim. Specs have not been detailed yet, but supplements will include a Behind-the-Scenes featurette. Suggested list price for the 2-Disc Blu-ray is $27.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Slasher: Season One' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under July 12. Order the Blu-rayPosted Thu Apr 28, 2016 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
'Rocky Mountain Express' Bound for Blu-ray & Ultra HD Blu-ray[teaser]The IMAX documentary is speeding toward Blu-ray and Ultra HD Blu-ray in July. [/teaser]In an early announcement to retailers, Shout Factory is preparing 'Rocky Mountain Express' for Blu-ray on July 12. An Ultra HD Blu-ray version will also be released on that same day. Produced by The Stephen Low Company, ROCKY MOUNTAIN EXPRESS is the passionate undertaking of award-winning filmmaker Stephen Low, director of more than fifteen projects for the giant screen, including TITANICA, SUPER SPEEDWAY and ULTIMATE WAVE TAHITI. Kindled in childhood, Low’s love of high-fidelity cinema and his fascination with the steam locomotive have come together in this captivating cinematic experience that brings alive the magic and drama of the steam age for audiences of all ages. Exhibited in IMAX and other giant screen theaters, the award-winning film has developed an unprecedented and devoted world-wide following. ROCKY MOUNTAIN EXPRESS propels audiences on a steam train journey through the breathtaking vistas of the Canadian Rockies and highlights the adventure of building a nearly impossible transcontinental railway in the age of steam. The film weaves together spectacular IMAX aerial cinematography, archival photographs and maps, and the potent energy and rhythms of a live steam locomotive to immerse audiences in this remarkable story. Specs and supplements have not been detailed yet. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $19.99. Suggested list price for the Ultra HD Blu-ray/Blu-ray/Digital Copy combo pack is $39.93. You can find the latest specs for 'Rocky Mountain Express' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule and our Ultra HD Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under July 12. Order the Blu-ray Order the Ultra HD Blu-rayPosted Thu Apr 28, 2016 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
Gene Wilder's 'The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes' Smarter Brother' Dated for Blu-ray[teaser]The 1975 comedy has been announced for Blu-ray in September. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Kino will be releasing 'The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes' Smarter Brother' on Blu-ray on September 27. The younger brother of the consulting detective tries to steal Sherlock's glory by solving an important case assisted by an eccentric Scotland Yard detective and a lovely but suspicious actress. No other details have been released at this time. You can find the latest specs for 'The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes' Smarter Brother' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under September 27.Posted Wed Apr 27, 2016 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
'Precious Cargo' Coming to Blu-ray in June[teaser]The crime drama starring Bruce Willis is heading to Blu-ray in June.[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Lionsgate is preparing 'Precious Cargo' for Blu-ray on June 28. Adrenaline-pumping chases and deadly double crosses electrify this twist-filled thriller. After a botched heist, thieves and ex-lovers Jack and Karen (Mark-Paul Gosselaar and Claire Forlani) are targeted by Eddie (Bruce Willis), a murderous crime boss. To escape with their lives, Jack and Karen must steal a cargo of precious gems. But when the job goes down, allegiances are betrayed and lines are crossed as Jack, Karen, and Eddie face off in a fateful showdown. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD MA 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: "The Making of Precious Cargo" Featurette and Cast/Crew Interviews. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray/Digital HD combo pack is $19.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Precious Cargo' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under June 28. Order the Blu-rayPosted Wed Apr 27, 2016 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
'Flight of the Butterflies' Dated for Blu-ray & Ultra HD Blu-ray[teaser]The nature documentary is fluttering toward Blu-ray and Ultra HD Blu-ray in July. [/teaser]In an early announcement to retailers, Shout Factory is preparing 'Flight of the Butterflies' for Blu-ray on July 12. An Ultra HD Blu-ray/Blu-ray 3D version will also be released on that same day. Produced by SK Films, FLIGHT OF THE BUTTERFLIES is a unique and memorable cinema experience that follows a tiny creature’s epic story of endurance on one of the most spectacular migrations on earth. On the trail of one of nature’s greatest events, we will witness, as never before, one generation from some 100 million monarch butterflies as they travel across a continent on a perilous journey of 1,000 miles or more ... and not to just anywhere, but to a remote forest on a Mexican mountaintop, a destination that was once an impenetrable mystery. The iconic monarch butterfly is a true marvel of nature. Weighing less than a penny, it makes one of the longest migrations on Earth across a continent, with pinpoint navigational accuracy, to a secluded place it has never been. Follow the monarchs' perilous and extraordinary journey and join hundreds of millions of real butterflies in the remote mountain peaks of Mexico. For the first time ever, witness the transformation from caterpillar to butterfly, inside a chrysalis, thanks to advanced MRI and micro CT scans. Be captivated by the true and compelling story of an intrepid scientist's 40-year search to find their secret hideaway, with the help of citizen scientists across North America. Specs and supplements have not been detailed yet. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $19.99. Suggested list price for the Ultra HD Blu-ray/Blu-ray 3D/Blu-ray combo pack is $39.93. You can find the latest specs for 'Flight of the Butterflies' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule and our Ultra HD Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under July 12. Order the Blu-ray Order the Ultra HD Blu-rayPosted Wed Apr 27, 2016 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
Eagle Rock Readies 'Mika - Sinfonia Pop' for Blu-ray[teaser]The concert disc is heading to Blu-ray in May. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Eagle Rock Entertainment is preparing 'Mika - Sinfonia Pop' for Blu-ray on May 27. Filmed in the elegant surroundings of the 19th century Teatro Sociale in Como, Italy, this amazing show features MIKA performing all his best-loved songs accompanied by a full orchestra conducted by Simon Leclerc. The show is a perfect fusion of pop and orchestral and includes tracks from his most recent album, the critically acclaimed 'No Place In Heaven', alongside hits from across his hugely successful career. As ever, MIKA is a charming and amiable host and is clearly in his element interacting with the orchestra and conductor Simon Leclerc. This is a magical performance captured in beautiful surroundings and not to be missed.TRACKLISTING1) Overture 2) Underwater 3) Boum Boum Boum 4) Rain 5) Last Party 6) Overrated 7) Any Other World 8) Love You When I'm Drunk 9) Ordinary Man 10) Heroes 11) Toy Boy 12) Grace Kelly 13) Over My Shoulder 14) Good Guys 15) Make You Happy 16) Happy Ending 17) Origin Of Love 18) Relax, Take It Easy 19) Elle Me Dit 20) Love Today 21) Stardust Specs have not been announced yet, but supplements will include Bonus interview footage with MIKA and Leclerc. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $19.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Mika - Sinfonia Pop' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under May 27. Order the Blu-rayPosted Wed Apr 27, 2016 at 06:00 AM PDT by:
