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Judd Apatow's 'Trainwreck' Headed for Blu-ray[teaser]The modern comedy starring Amy Schumer and Bill Hader is planned for Blu-ray this November. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Universal says 'Trainwreck' will arrive on Blu-ray on November 10. Since she was a little girl, Amy (Amy Schumer) has been taught that monogamy isn't realistic. Now a magazine writer, Amy lives by that credo, enjoying an uninhibited life free from stifling, boring romantic commitment. But when she finds herself starting to fall for the subject of a new article she's writing, a charming and successful sports doctor (Bill Hader), Amy starts to wonder if other grown-ups, including this guy who really seems to like her, might be onto something. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, lossless 5.1 audio, and supplements include: Deleted Scenes; Gag Reel; Line-O-Rama; Extended Scenes; Behind-The-Scenes; Directing Athletes: A Blood Sport - The athletes of Trainwreck talk about their experiences under the direction of Judd Apatow; The Dogwalker - Daniel Radcliffe plays the dogwalker in this film that Amy and Steven go see at the theater; and Trainwreck Comedy Tour Featurette - Take a peek backstage at the Trainwreck Comedy Tour featuring comedy all-stars Amy Schumer, Mike Birbiglia, Colin Quinn, Dave Atell, Vanessa Bayer and Judd Apatow. You can find the latest specs for 'Trainwreck' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under November 10. Order the Blu-rayPosted Mon Sep 14, 2015 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
Mark Neveldine Brings 'The Vatican Tapes' to Blu-ray[teaser]Experience true evil on Blu-ray this Halloween. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Lionsgate will be releasing 'The Vatican Tapes' on Blu-ray on October 20. Angela Holmes is an ordinary 27-year-old until she begins to have a devastating effect on anyone close, causing serious injury and death. Holmes is examined and possession is suspected, but when the Vatican is called upon to exorcise the demon, the possession proves to be an ancient satanic force more powerful than ever imagined. It's all up to Father Lozano to wage war for more than just Angela's soul, but for the world as we know it. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, lossless 5.1 audio, and supplements include: Audio Commentary with Director Mark Neveldine, Cinematographer Gerardo Madrazo and Actress Olivia Taylor Dudley; "Tale of the Tapes" Featurette; and Deleted and Extended Scenes. You can find the latest specs for 'The Vatican Tapes' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under October 20. Order the Blu-rayPosted Mon Sep 14, 2015 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
The Horror Flick 'Last Shift' Dated for Blu-ray[teaser]The white-knuckle fear-fest comes to Blu-ray in October. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Magnolia will be releasing 'Last Shift' on Blu-ray on October 6. Rookie police officer Jessica Loren (Juliana Harkavy - “The Walking Dead”) has been assigned the last shift at a closing police station and must wait for a hazmat crew collecting biomedical evidence. Ordered not to leave the station under any circumstance, Jessica comes to learn that it’s more than just an outdated station, it’s home to the ultimate embodiment of evil and his devoted followers. Cult leader Paymon has haunted the station ever since he and two of his followers committed suicide on the night of their arrest. Jessica is left to fend for herself in the devil’s playground. Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements include: A Journey Into Hell: The Making of Last Shift; Behind the Scenes Photo Gallery; Paymon Interrogation Viral Video; Poster Gallery; The Ballad of a Green Screen Guy; and The Sound of Evil: Behind the Foley/Sound Design. You can find the latest specs for 'Last Shift' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under October 6. Order the Blu-rayPosted Mon Sep 14, 2015 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
Hail to the King, Baby! Groovy Collector's Edition Blu-ray of Sam Raimi's 'Army of Darkness' Detailed[teaser]Ash will return to Blu-ray just in time for Halloween. [/teaser] As previously reported, Scream Factory is working on 'Army of Darkness: Collector's Edition' for Blu-ray, and now the date is set for October 27. Forced to lead a makeshift Dark Ages army against the demonic Deadites, who possess all the deadly magic of hell, the shotgun-toting, chainsaw-armed, reluctant 20th century time traveler Ash must save the living from the dead, rescue his medieval girlfriend and get back to his own time. The 3-Disc Set will feature the Theatrical, Director's, and International Cuts of the film (with a brand new 4K scan of the international inter-positive) with 1080p video, lossless 5.1 audio, and the release will be packed with supplements including: NEW Medieval Times: The Making Of "Army Of Darkness" featuring interviews with star & co-producer Bruce Campbell, actors Marcus Gilbert, Ted Raimi, Timothy Quill, Richard Grove, Bill Moseley, Patricia Tallman and Angela Featherstone, director of photography Bill Pope, editor Bob Murawski, production designer Anthony Tremblay, composer Joseph Lo Duca, costume designer Ida Gearon, special make-up effects artists Howard Berger, Tony Gardner, Robert Kurtzman and Greg Nicotero, "Pit Bitch" performer and effects artist William Bryan, mechanical effects artist Gary Jones, first assistant director John Cameron, visual effects supervisor William Mesa, and stunt coordinator Christopher Doyle (96 min.); Original Ending; Original Opening and Deleted Scenes With Optional Commentary by Sam Raimi and Bruce Campbell; Theatrical Trailers, TV Spots, and Home Video Promo; Director's Cut Commentary with director Sam Raimi, actor Bruce Campbell and co-writer Ivan Raimi; NEW Additional Behind-The-Scenes Footage From KNB Effects (55 min.); Vintage Creating The Deadites Featurette (21 min.); Vintage "Making Of" Featurette; Extended Interview Clips with Sam Raimi, Bruce Campbell and Robert Tapert; Television Version With Additional Footage (90 min., Standard Definition (1.33:1), DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0); NEW Still Galleries With Rare Behind-The-Scenes Photos from production designer Anthony Tremblay, visual effects supervisor William Mesa, and special make-up effects artists Tony Gardner and KNB EFX, Inc. (Over 200 Stills); NEW Still Gallery Of Props And Rare Photos from the collection of super fan Dennis Carter Jr.; NEW Storyboards for Deleted or Alternate Scenes; and Vintage The Men Behind The Army Featurette (19 min.). A must-have for loyal fans, movie collectors, pop culture enthusiasts and fans of Bruce Campbell to complete their entertainment library, ARMY OF DARKNESS Collector’s Edition also contains a collectible cover featuring newly rendered retro-style artwork and a reversible cover wrap featuring original theatrical key art. You can find the latest specs for 'Army of Darkness: Collector's Edition' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under October 27. Order the CE Blu-rayPosted Fri Sep 11, 2015 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
Asif Kapadia's 'Amy' Dated and Detailed for Blu-ray[teaser]The Amy Winehouse documentary is planned for Blu-ray this December. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Lionsgate will be releasing 'Amy' on Blu-ray on December 1. From the award-winning director of Senna, and featuring raw footage of Winehouse, this "extraordinary, powerful" (Indiewire) film is the best-performing box office biographical documentary to date this year, and features never-before-seen footage of the talented singer (including collaborations with her musical idol Tony Bennett and producer Mark Ronson) along with interviews with her closest friends and family, as well as previously unreleased music recordings. Certified Fresh by Rotten Tomatoes, this intimate, shocking, and brilliant film was a Cannes Film Festival Official Selection, and was released theatrically in 2015 by A24. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a lossless 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include: Previously Unseen Performances by Amy Winehouse; Previously Unseen Scenes (Deleted Scenes); Audio Commentary with Director Asif Kapadia; and Interviews with Friends and musicians. You can find the latest specs for 'Amy' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under December 1. Order the Blu-rayPosted Fri Sep 11, 2015 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
'Self/less' Blu-ray Details Are In[teaser]The sci-fi flick starring Ryan Reynolds & Ben Kingsley is now available for pre-order. [/teaser] As previously reported, 'Self/less' is coming to Blu-ray later this year, and now the date has been set for November 10. An extremely wealthy man, dying from cancer, undergoes a radical medical procedure that transfers his consciousness into the body of a healthy young man. But all is not as it seems when he starts to uncover the mystery of the body's origin and the organization that will kill to protect its cause. Starring Ryan Reynolds, Natalie Martinez, and Matthew Goode. Directed by Tarsem Singh. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, lossless 5.1 audio, and there doesn't appear to be any supplements on this release. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray/DVD/Digital HD combo pack is $34.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Self/less' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under November 10. Order the Blu-rayPosted Fri Sep 11, 2015 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
Chris Columbus' 'Pixels' Blu-ray and Blu-ray 3D Detailed[teaser]The action-comedy starring Adam Sandler, Kevin James, and Peter Dinklage has been fully detailed. [/teaser] As previously reported, Sony will be releasing 'Pixels' on Blu-ray and Blu-ray 3D sometime later this year, and now the date has been set for October 27. When aliens misinterpret video-feeds of classic arcade games as a declaration of war against them, they attack the Earth using games like PAC-MAN, Donkey Kong, Galaga, Centipede and Space Invaders as models for their various assaults. President Will Cooper (Kevin James) has to call on his childhood best friend, 80s video game champion Sam Brenner (Adam Sandler) to lead a team of old-school arcaders (Peter Dinklage and Josh Gad) to defeat the aliens and save the planet. Each release will feature 1080p video, Dolby Atmos (Dolby TrueHD 7.1 compatible) audio, and supplements include: Q*Bert - The adorable digital bit hopper comes to life in PIXELS; Dojo Quest - A look at the new classic arcade game that gave life to the unstoppable Lady Lisa; and Game On Music Video by Waka Flocka Flame ft. Good Charlotte. Blu-ray exclusives include: The Creator of the Machine - PAC-MAN creator Toru Iwatani was on-set and had a cameo, we hear from him about his experience and his take on PIXELS; The Space Invader - The winner of an arcade contest had a walk on role in the film; PAC-MAN - A detailed look at the PAC-MAN action sequence. From Mini Coopers and stunts to visual effects, see how PAC-MAN chomps his way into real life; Donkey Kong - See the cast perform stunts on a giant reconstruction of the classic platform game and watch as Donkey Kong goes from bits to BIG; Centipede - The giant insect attack was the creation of visual and special effect planning as well as the patience of countless performers; and Galaga - This 80's arcade favorite leads the alien invasion, take an inside look at the attack on Guam. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $38.99 and the Blu-ray 3D is $45.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Pixels' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under October 27. Order the 2D Blu-ray Order the 3D Blu-rayPosted Thu Sep 10, 2015 at 09:00 AM PDT by: -
James Ponsoldt's 'The End of the Tour' Bound for Blu-ray[teaser]The acclaimed drama starring Jesse Eisenberg and Jason Segel arrives on Blu-ray in November. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Lionsgate has revealed 'The End of the Tour' is headed for Blu-ray on November 3. A warm, winning road-trip movie that follows journalist David Lipsky (Eisenberg) as he interviews legendary author David Foster Wallace (Segel), The End of the Tour explores friendship, fame, and creative rivalry through two people on a journey that is as moving as it is unforgettable. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a lossless 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include: Audio Commentary by Director James Ponsoldt, Screenwriter Donald Margulies, and Actor Jason Segel; "Behind the Tour" Featurette; A Conversation with Composer Danny Elfman; and Deleted Scenes. You can find the latest specs for 'The End of the Tour' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under November 3. Order the Blu-rayPosted Wed Sep 9, 2015 at 11:00 AM PDT by: -
The 1993 Spoof 'Fatal Instinct' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]Carl Reiner's comedy is headed for Blu-ray at the end of September. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Olive Films is preparing 'Fatal Instinct' for Blu-ray on September 22. Sex, murder and revenge were never this funny. A spoof of the early 90s suspense thrillers and murder mysteries, including Basic Instinct, Sleeping With The Enemy, Cape Fear and others. A cop/attorney (yes he's both) is seduced by a woman while his wife is having an affair with a mechanic. Lots of other subplots and visual gags in the style of Naked Gun. Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.95. You can find the latest specs for 'Fatal Instinct' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under September 22. Order the Blu-rayPosted Wed Sep 9, 2015 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
Alan Howard's 'Bob's New Suit' Blu-ray Dated[teaser]The film will make its Blu-ray debut in a few weeks. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Breaking Glass says 'Bob's New Suit' will arrive on Blu-ray on September 22. Bob Goodlow is a landscape gardener and handyman. His dad, Buster, is a patriotic unemployed aerospace worker with a secret past and congestive heart failure. Bob's sister Stephanie does the books for her girlfriend Marlena's hair salon and holds a secret of her own. Polly, their mother, helps with the struggling finances by selling antique dolls on Ebay and worries for everyone. When Bob proposes to his long time love, Jenny, and his poser cousin, George, proposes a get-rich-quick scheme, a series of events unravels which changes their lives forever. Radical politics, gender identity, the joy of books, rare orchids, a couple of beers and one lonely Italian suit come together in this finely interwoven story about love, family, the legacy of the 1960s and the unexpected. Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $14.95. You can find the latest specs for 'Bob's New Suit' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under September 22. Order the Blu-rayPosted Wed Sep 9, 2015 at 08:00 AM PDT by:
