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'The Quay Brothers: Collected Short Films' Blu-ray Bound[teaser]15 animated short films from the directors will hit Blu-ray in October. You can pre-order the disc here. [/teaser]In an early announcement to retailers, Zeitgeist Films is preparing 'The Quay Brothers: Collected Short Films' for Blu-ray on October 20. Since the late 1970s, identical twins Stephen and Timothy Quay have been creating their unique blend of puppetry and stop-motion animation, and have, in the process, spawned an enormous cult following. The Quays display a passion for detail, a breathtaking command of color and texture, and an uncanny use of focus and camera movement that make their films unique and instantly recognizable. Best known for their classic 1986 film Street Of Crocodiles which filmmaker Terry Gilliam selected as one of the ten best animated films of all time they are masters of miniaturization and on their tiny sets have created an unforgettable world, suggestive of a landscape of long-repressed childhood dreams. This new Blu-ray collection of fifteen of the Quays films allows us to see their work in all its astonishing detail and ravaged beauty. The collection also includes a remarkable new short film by Christopher Nolan a long-time fan of the Quays. Specs have not been detailed yet, but supplements will include: Six audio commentaries; New director-approved soundtrack for The Phantom Museum; and a 32-page booklet. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $34.99. You can find the latest specs for 'The Quay Brothers: Collected Short Films' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under October 20. Order the Blu-rayPosted Thu Aug 27, 2015 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
Well Go USA Preps 'The Timber' Blu-ray for October[teaser]The western will hit Blu-ray in March. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Well Go USA is preparing 'The Timber' for Blu-ray on October 6. 1898. Alaskan frontier. Two brothers, balanced on the knife's edge between foreclosure and salvation, head deep into the wilderness in an attempt to execute a warrant in hopes of saving their home. Torn from their family, they face harsh elements, crazed men, and death at every corner in pursuit of the outlaw, a twisted man who has turned the Yukon Territory into his own personal hell. 'The Timber' captures the mania, starvation, swindles, hardships, and dangers that were part of the late 19th century's historic rush for gold. This is a story of greed, betrayal, and redemption in a place where bloodshed was common and graves were carved in ice. Specs and a suggested list price have not been detailed yet, but supplements will include: Audio Commentary with Director Anthony O'Brien; Behind the Scenes; and Interviews with Cast. You can find the latest specs for 'The Timber' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under October 6.Posted Thu Aug 27, 2015 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies: Extended Edition' Announced for Blu-ray and Blu-ray 3D[teaser]The third and final film in Peter Jackson's Middle-Earth epic will be getting its Extended Cut this November. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Brothers is preparing 'The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies: Extended Edition' Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy combo pack and 'The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies - 3D: Extended Edition' Blu-ray 3D/Blu-ray/DVD combo pack for November 17. “The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies” brings to an epic conclusion the adventure of Bilbo Baggins (Martin Freeman), Thorin Oakenshield (Richard Armitage) and the Company of Dwarves. The Dwarves of Erebor have reclaimed the vast wealth of their homeland, but now must face the consequences of having unleashed the terrifying Dragon, Smaug, upon the defenseless men, women and children of Lake-town. As he succumbs to dragon-sickness, the King Under the Mountain, Thorin Oakenshield, sacrifices friendship and honor in search for the legendary Arkenstone. Unable to help Thorin see reason, Bilbo is driven to make a desperate and dangerous choice, not knowing that even greater perils lie ahead. An ancient enemy has returned to Middle-earth. Sauron, the Dark Lord, has sent forth legions of Orcs in a stealth attack upon the Lonely Mountain. As darkness converges on their escalating conflict, the races of Dwarves, Elves and Men must decide – unite or be destroyed. Bilbo finds himself fighting for his life and the lives of his friends as five great armies go to war. The releases will feature 1080p video, DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1 soundtracks, and supplements will include over nine hours of supplements including Commentary with Peter Jackson, Director/Producer/Screenwriter and Philippa Boyens, Co-Producer/Screenwriter; The Appendices – The Appendices Parts XI and XII showcase a chronological history of the filming of The Battle of the Five Armies, documenting the work done on set chronologically through the three shooting blocks and in the world of its digital effects; and New Zealand: Home of Middle-earth – Part 3. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is set at $35.99 and the Blu-ray 3D is $54.98. You can find the latest specs for 'The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies: Extended Edition' and 'The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies - 3D: Extended Edition' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where they're both indexed under November 17. Order the 2D Blu-ray Order the 3D Blu-rayPosted Wed Aug 26, 2015 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
Fatih Akin's 'The Cut' Bound for Blu-ray[teaser]The film based on the Armenian genocide is planned for Blu-ray early next year. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Strand Releasing will be releasing 'The Cut' on Blu-ray on January 19. 'The Cut' is Fatih Akin's epic drama about one man's journey through the Ottoman Empire after surviving the 1915 Armenian genocide. Deported from his home in Mardin, Nazareth (Tahar Rahim, A Prophet) moves onwards as a forced laborer. When he learns that his twin daughters may still be alive, his hope is revived and he travels to America, via Cuba, to find them. His search takes him from the Mesopotamian deserts and Havana to the barren and desolate prairies of North Dakota. On this odyssey, he encounters a range of very different people: angelic and kind-hearted characters, but also the devil incarnate. Fatih Akin on the cinematic and literary inspirations for 'The Cut': "Elia Kazan's America America (1963), certain aesthetics of the cinematography, as well as shooting the film in English and naturally the long voyage of the young man through the impoverished towns and villages on the way to Constantinople. I had Westerns in my mind to inspire me, The Searchers (1956) by John Ford, and also Homer's The Odyssey certainly was a reference for me: The journey of the hero who tries to return to his family." The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, lossless 5.1 audio, and supplements include: Fatih Akin's Environmental Documentary Polluting Paradise (2012, 98 Minutes); Original Theatrical Trailer and Other Strand Releasing Trailers; and and MORE to be announced... You can find the latest specs for 'The Cut' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under January 19. Order the Blu-rayPosted Wed Aug 26, 2015 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
Pulse-pounding '4Got10' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The action thriller starring Johnny Messner, Dolph Lundgren, and Danny Trejo will target Blu-ray in October. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Cinedigm is set to release '4Got10' on Blu-ray on October 6. 4GOT10 begins as Brian Barns (Johnny Messner) wakes up in the desert wounded and surround by eight dead bodies, millions of dollars in cash and a van full of cocaine. Worse yet, he has no memory of who he is or how he got there. However, he soon learns that he is being hunted by a notorious drug lord (Danny Trejo), a DEA agent (Dolph Lundgren), and a corrupt Sherriff (Michael Paré), all of whom will stop at nothing to find him. On the run for his very life, Barns slowly finds out who he really is, but the more he remembers, the more deadly things become. Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements will include behind-the-scenes featurettes and six deleted scenes. You can find the latest specs for '4Got10' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under October 6. Order the Blu-rayPosted Wed Aug 26, 2015 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
'The City of Lost Children: 20th Anniversary Edition' Blu-ray Bound[teaser]The surreal French movie starring Ron Perlman is headed for Blu-ray. [/teaser]In an early announcement to retailers, Sony says 'The City of Lost Children: 20th Anniversary Edition' will be coming to Blu-ray sometime later this year. Surreal French film set on a futuristic oil rig, where a man, Krank, has aged prematurely, because he has lost the ability to dream. To reverse the ageing process he kidnaps children from the local harbour town so that he can steal their dreams. Cinematography by Darius Khondji (Se7en, Panic Room) and soundtrack by Angelo Badalamenti (Mulholland Drive). No other details have been released at this time. You can find the latest specs for 'The City of Lost Children: 20th Anniversary Edition' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under PENDING.Posted Wed Aug 26, 2015 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
The Park Reopens This October with 'Jurassic World' Dated for Blu-ray and Blu-ray 3D[teaser]One of the highest-grossing films of all time is heading to both Blu-ray formats in October. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Universal will be releasing 'Jurassic World' on Blu-ray and Blu-ray 3D on October 20. 22 years after the events of Jurassic Park, an even bigger and enormously popular attraction has risen on Isla Nubar: Jurassic World. To keep attendance high, the park operators introduce a new, genetically modified hybrid creature called Indominus Rex. Bigger, stronger and far more intelligent than any dinosaur that ever walked the earth; the secretive new breed also proves more dangerous than anyone ever anticipated. When the massive creature escapes, chaos erupts across the island. Now it's up to Owen (Chris Pratt) and Claire (Bryce Dallas Howard) to save the park's tourists from an all-out prehistoric assault. Shattering box office records globally, Jurassic World crushed the opening-weekend box-office, scoring the highest domestic, international and worldwide openings of all time. The film has taken in more than $1.6 billion globally to become the third-highest grossing film in history. More than two decades since Steven Spielberg's Jurassic Park was released, fans of the original films and new moviegoers alike can witness the story come full circle as the park that was only a promise comes to life. Each combo pack will feature 1080p video, lossless 7.1 audio, and supplements include: WELCOME TO JURASSIC WORLD: An in-depth take on the creation, look and feel of Jurassic World. Director Colin Trevorrow and Steven Spielberg discuss how the idea of the film came together and how the casting was decided with actors' commentary on their roles and filming locations; JURASSIC WORLD: ALL-ACCESS PASS: Chris Pratt and Director Colin Trevorrow discuss key moments in the film, supported by behind-the-scenes footage and VFX breakdowns; INNOVATION CENTER TOUR WITH CHRIS PRATT: Chris Pratt gives a tour of the Innovation Center, a museum/exhibit, built just for the movie; JURASSIC'S CLOSEST SHAVES: Clips from all films in the franchise showing "near death" or extremely scary encounters with dinosaurs; DINOSAURS ROAM ONCE AGAIN: Behind the scenes look at the making of Jurassic World's visual effects, how the dinosaurs came to life, and actors filmed scenes; CHRIS & COLIN TAKE ON THE WORLD: Chris Pratt and Colin Trevorrow (Director) interview each other and discuss Jurassic World as well as the other Jurassic Park movies; and DELETED SCENES. You can find the latest specs for 'Jurassic World' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under October 20. Order the 2D Blu-ray Order the 3D Blu-rayPosted Tue Aug 25, 2015 at 01:00 PM PDT by: -
'That '70s Show: The Complete Series' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]All 200 episodes of the comedy TV series will hit Blu-ray in November. [/teaser]In an early announcement to retailers, Mill Creek has revealed 'That '70s Show: The Complete Series' will be coming to Blu-ray on November 3. Remastered from the original film negatives, our favorite suburban kids from Wisconsin, Eric, Kelso, Jackie, Hyde, Donna and Fez, are making their way back to the basement in this definitive collection featuring all 200 episodes in widescreen high definition for an awesome Blu-ray experience! Set in the era of Led Zeppelin, TAB cola and Farrah Fawcett posters, this Emmy® award-winning sitcom aired from 1998-2006 with over 10 million weekly viewers in its first 6 seasons. This hilarious, coming of age, comedy features an all-star cast of Hollywood A-listers including Ashton Kutcher (Two and a Half Men), Mila Kunis (Jupiter Ascending), Topher Grace (Interstellar), Laura Prepon (Orange is the New Black), Wilmer Valderrama (From Dusk till Dawn) and Danny Masterson (Men at Work). The 18-disc Blu-ray set will feature 1080p video, lossless 5.1 audio, and supplements include: An All-New HD Interactive Trivia Game; Audio Commentary on Select Episodes by Director David Trainer and Producer Patrick Kienlen; Behind-the-Scenes Webisodes; Flashback Featurettes with Cast Members; Season Overviews and Promo Spots; and a retro, velvet flocked o-sleeve (think black light poster, baby!). You can find the latest specs for 'That '70s Show: The Complete Series' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under November 3. Order the Blu-rayPosted Tue Aug 25, 2015 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
Alfonso Gomez-Rejon's 'Me and Earl and the Dying Girl' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The critically-acclaimed dramedy is planned for Blu-ray in October. [/teaser]In an early announcement to retailers, 20th Century Fox is working on 'Me and Earl and the Dying Girl' for Blu-ray on October 6. Proving that the power of true friendship knows no bounds, Me and Earl and the Dying Girl is a uniquely funny, uplifting tale that will steal your heart and leave you laughing! Meet Greg Gaines, a quirky teenager trying to coast through high school while making hilariously mediocre film parodies with his "coworker" Earl. But when he is forced to spend time with a terminally ill classmate at the request of his meddling mother, Greg embarks on his most ambitious project yet: to let his guard down and connect with those around him in ways he never imagined. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, lossless 5.1 audio, and supplements include Deleted Scenes with Optional Commentary by Alfonso Gomez-Rejon; This is Where You Learn How The Movie Was Made; Abstract: Movie for Rachel; A Conversation with Martin Scorsese and Alfonso Gomez-Rejon; Greg Gaines and Earl Jackson Productions (Shorts Montage); Audio Commentary by Director Alfonso Gomez-Rejon; Greg's Trailer, Gallery; and more! You can find the latest specs for 'Me and Earl and the Dying Girl' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under October 6.Posted Tue Aug 25, 2015 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
Gregory Jacobs' 'Magic Mike XXL' Teases Blu-ray[teaser]The comedy sequel starring Channing Tatum is planned for Blu-ray in October. [/teaser]In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Brothers says 'Magic Mike XXL' will be coming to Blu-ray on October 6. Picking up the story three years after Mike (played by Channing Tatum) bowed out of the stripper life at the top of his game, Magic Mike XXL finds the remaining Kings of Tampa likewise ready to throw in the towel. But they want to do it their way: burning down the house in one last blow-out performance in Myrtle Beach, and with legendary headliner Magic Mike sharing the spotlight with them. On the road to their final show, with whistle stops in Jacksonville and Savannah to renew old acquaintances and make new friends, Mike and the guys learn some new moves and shake off the past in surprising ways. The Blu-ray combo pack will feature 1080p video, lossless 5.1 audio, and supplements include: The Moves of Magic Mike XXL, Extended Malik Dance Scene, and Georgia. You can find the latest specs for 'Magic Mike XXL' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under October 6. Order the Blu-rayPosted Tue Aug 25, 2015 at 08:00 AM PDT by:
