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'Earth a New Wild' Documentary Series Dated for Blu-ray[teaser]The landmark five-part series hosted by leading conservation scientist Dr. M. Sanjayan is planned for Blu-ray next month. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, PBS will be releasing 'Earth a New Wild' on Blu-ray on February 10. With 45 shoots in 29 different countries using advanced filming techniques, the series provides all the spectacle of the best nature documentaries. It also goes a step further by capturing real-life encounters between wild animals and the people who live and work with them. These up-close looks at a range of species, from giant pandas to humpback whales, African lions and Arctic reindeer, uncover how people and wildlife – even top predators – can thrive alongside each other and be mutually beneficial. Each of the five episodes – Home, Plains, Forests, Oceans and Water – visits a different critical habitat in which humans are engaging with nature in new ways. The stunning nature sequences in these “frontier” places reveal the new and surprising roles that wild nature plays in our lives and the critical part people can play in restoring the natural world. “The pristine views of epic nature shows always leave something out of the picture: us,” said Sanjayan. “I traveled the world to film some of the wildest places. What I found were amazing stories that reveal a new paradigm about us and the planet we live on – that when we save wild nature we really are saving ourselves.” Specs and supplements haven't been revealed yet, but the suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $34.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Earth a New Wild' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under February 10. Order the Blu-rayPosted Mon Jan 12, 2015 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
Sony Unloading 'The Interview' Blu-rays Cheap![teaser]The controversial comedy is coming to Blu-ray and has a suggested list price just shy of $20. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Sony will be releasing 'The Interview' on Blu-ray and the preliminary release date is February 17. In the action-comedy The Interview, Dave Skylark (James Franco) and his producer Aaron Rapoport (Seth Rogen) run the popular celebrity tabloid TV show "Skylark Tonight." When they discover that North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un is a fan of the show, they land an interview with him in an attempt to legitimize themselves as journalists. As Dave and Aaron prepare to travel to Pyongyang, their plans change when the CIA recruits them, perhaps the two least-qualified men imaginable, to assassinate Kim Jong-un. Specs and supplements haven't been revealed yet, but the suggested list price for the Blu-ray is only $19.99. You can find the latest specs for 'The Interview' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under February 17. Order the Blu-rayPosted Mon Jan 12, 2015 at 08:00 AM PST by: -
Tomm Moore's Acclaimed Animated 'Song of the Sea' Dated for Blu-ray[teaser]The 2014 fantastical adventure sets sail to Blu-ray in March. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Universal Studios will be releasing 'Song of the Sea' on Blu-ray on March 17. From the writer and director of the Academy Award-nominated The Secret of Kells comes an enchanting fable about loss, magic and the love of family. When Saoirse and Ben's mother mysteriously disappears into the ocean, the two children go on an epic journey to find out the truth about her, and in the process, discover mystical secrets about both their mother and Saoirse herself. The film's voice talent includes Brendan Gleeson and Fionnula Flanagan. The Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy combo pack will feature 1080p video, DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 audio, and supplements include: Audio Commentary with Director Tomm Moore, Behind the Scenes with Optional Commentary from Director Tomm Moore, go to the arc Animation Tests with Optional Commentary from Director Tomm Moore, The Art of Song of the Sea, and Conceptual & U.S. Trailers. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $34.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Song of the Sea' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under March 17. Order the Blu-rayPosted Mon Jan 12, 2015 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
HDD Deal of the Week: 'Pee-wee's Playhouse: The Complete Series' Blu-ray $74.99[teaser]The classic comedy series on Blu-ray is fifty percent off this week at Amazon. [/teaser] Amazon is now selling 'Pee-wee's Playhouse: The Complete Series'' on Blu-ray for $74.99 (50% off suggested list price). Winner of an amazing twenty-two Emmy Awards, Pee-wee's Playhouse is a cultural touchstone for a generation, and its visually dynamic design and offbeat sense of humor were a genuine phenomenon. Whether reliving childhood memories or introducing this beloved series to a new generation, the newly re-mastered Pee-wee's Playhouse will take you back to being a kid. This is an essential Blu-ray collection for loyal fans and collectors. Pee-wee's Playhouse is an educational, artistic, and entertaining show that teaches kids strong 'life lessons.' With its innovative production design and Reubens' rich original characters and humor, Pee-wee's Playhouse is a magical place that sparks creativity and imagination-and brings joy to children and adults alike. Parents and grown-ups have always enjoyed the show's many double entendres. The series features beloved regulars Cowboy Curtis (Laurence Fishburne), Reba the Mail Lady (S. Epatha Merkerson), Miss Yvonne (Lynne Marie Stewart), Captain Carl (Phil Hartman), The King of Cartoons (William Marshall), Jambi the Genie (John Paragon), Ricardo (Vic Trevino) and Mrs. Rene (Suzanne Kent). And of course, Chairry, Pterri, Conky, Magic Screen, Clocky, Cool Cat, Dirty Dog, Chicky Baby, Penny, the Dinosaur family, and the rest of the gang! Pee-wee's Playhouse: The Complete Series Blu-ray box set contains over four hours of brand-new interviews with the cast and crew, plus never-seen, behind-the-scenes footage comprising ten featurettes. This offer is available now through January 18. Order the Blu-rayPosted Sun Jan 11, 2015 at 07:24 AM PST by: -
Disney's 'Big Hero 6' Blu-ray Fully Detailed[teaser]Full details have been revealed for the hit superheroic movie. The animated action adventure can now be pre-ordered at Amazon. [/teaser]As previously reported, Disney/Buena Vista will be bringing 'Big Hero 6' to Blu-ray in the near future, and now the date has been set for February 24. From Walt Disney Animation Studios, the team behind Frozen and Wreck-It Ralph comes Big Hero 6, an action-packed comedy-adventure about the special bond that develops between Baymax, a plus-sized inflatable robot, and prodigy Hiro Hamada. When a devastating event befalls the city of San Fransokyo and catapults Hiro into the midst of danger, he turns to Baymax and his close friends adrenaline junkie Go Go Tomago, neatnik Wasabi, chemistry whiz Honey Lemon and fanboy Fred. Determined to uncover the mystery, Hiro transforms his friends into a band of high-tech heroes called Big Hero 6 The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a lossless 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include: Theatrical Short Feast, Deleted Scenes, The Origin Story of “Big Hero 6”: Hiro's Journey (hosted by Jamie Chung, voice of Go Go Tomago), Big Animator 6: The Characters Behind the Characters, and the Blu-ray exclusive Big Hero Secrets (Easter Egg) - The movie is filled with Easter Eggs, and this Buzzfeed-type list piece will give you a sampling of some of the hidden treasures in the film. See if you can find this Easter Egg about Easter Eggs! Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $39.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Big Hero 6' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 24. Order the Blu-rayPosted Fri Jan 9, 2015 at 01:00 PM PST by: -
Will Gluck's 'Annie' Blu-ray Starring Quvenzhané Wallis, Cameron Diaz, & Jamie Foxx Up for Pre-Order[teaser]The sun will come out on Blu-ray in March. You can pre-order the film here. [/teaser]In an early announcement to retailers, Sony is preparing 'Annie' for Blu-ray on March 10. Academy Award nominee Quvenzhané Wallis (Beasts of the Southern Wild) stars as Annie, a young, happy foster kid who's also tough enough to make her way on the streets of New York in 2014. Originally left by her parents as a baby with the promise that they'd be back for her someday, it's been a hard knock life ever since with her mean foster mom Miss Hannigan (Cameron Diaz). But everything's about to change when the hard-nosed tycoon and New York mayoral candidate Will Stacks (Jamie Foxx) - advised by his brilliant VP, Grace (Rose Byrne) and his shrewd and scheming campaign advisor, Guy (Bobby Cannavale) - makes a thinly-veiled campaign move and takes her in. Stacks believes he's her guardian angel, but Annie's self-assured nature and bright, sun-will-come-out-tomorrow outlook on life just might mean it's the other way around. Specs and supplements have not been detailed yet. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray/DVD/Digital HD combo pack is $38.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Annie' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under March 10. Order the Blu-rayPosted Fri Jan 9, 2015 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
Menahem Golan's 'Enter the Ninja' Bound for Blu-ray[teaser]The 1981 fan-favorite will strike Blu-ray in May. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Kino will be releasing 'Enter the Ninja' on Blu-ray sometime in May. While visiting old pal Frank Landers (Alex Courtney) in the Philippines, master ninja Cole (Franco Nero) is approached by villain Charles Venarius (Christopher George). Coveting Lander's plantation, Venarius tries to strong-arm Cole into turning against his friend. Our Hero refuses, whereupon Venarius brings in his own ninja Hasegawa (Sho Kosugi), the first step towards the battle-royal climax. No other details have been revealed at this time. You can find the latest specs for 'Enter the Ninja' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under PENDING.Posted Fri Jan 9, 2015 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
John Schlesinger's 'Far from the Madding Crowd' Planned for Blu-ray[teaser]The 1967 film starring Julie Christie, Peter Finch, and Terence Stamp is in the works for Blu-ray in 2015. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Archive is prepping 'Far from the Madding Crowd' for Blu-ray later this year. As Bathsheba, Julie Christie reteams with director John Schlesinger and screenwriter Frederic Raphael of her starmaking Darling in a sumptuous adaptation of Thomas Hardy's classic. Roguish soldier Terence Stamp, rich landowner Peter Finch (the National Board of Review's choice as Best Actor, as was the film itself as Best Picture) and rough-hewn shepherd Alan Bates memorably play her suitors. And a visual rhapsody of crowd scenes and historic settings provide a backdrop for this epic tale lensed on location in "Hardy country". No other details have been revealed at this time. You can find the latest specs for 'Far from the Madding Crowd' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under PENDING.Posted Fri Jan 9, 2015 at 08:00 AM PST by: -
Milestone Bringing 'In the Land of the Head Hunters' and 'The Connection' to Blu-ray[teaser]Both films will be available in stores at the end of February. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Milestone will be releasing 'In the Land of the Head Hunters' and 'The Connection' on Blu-ray on February 24. 'In the Land of the Head Hunters' - Selected for the National Film Registry by the Library of Congress Legendary photographer Edward S. Curtis devoted his life to documenting the world of Native Americans in firm belief that the information he gathered must be collected at once or the opportunity will be lost. In 1914, he created one of the first feature length dramas ever made a masterpiece filmed with and starring members of the Kwakwaka wakw (Kwakiutl) tribe of British Columbia. Curtis haunting melodrama, set before Europeans arrived on the North Pacific Coast, tells the story of a warrior s spiritual journey, of love won and lost, and of a battle between tribes to save the warrior s bride. The film s attention to historic detail and Curtis legendary eye for composition make IN THE LAND OF THE HEAD HUNTERS one of the most beautiful films of the silent era and a stunning evocation of a culture famed for its incredible artistic heritage. Aspects of the film were based on he Kwakwaka wakw s oral traditions and it accurately portrays rituals, including the potlatch, which were strictly prohibited by Canadian law until 1951. . Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements will include: In the Land of the Head Hunters (Restoration of the 1914 version with original musical score, 66 mins, Tinted); In the Land of the War Canoes (1973 version by Bill Holm & George Quimby, 44 mins, B&W); The Image Maker and the Indians. Making-of documentary by Holm and Quimby (1979. Color, 16 mins.); Turning Point Ensemble and the score (2013, Color, 3 mins.); Optional English subtitles for the Kwak wala dialogue on the In the Land of the War Canoes soundtrack; Documents of Encounter: The Head Hunters Reconstruction Project. (2014. Video, 38 mins.); Cultural Presentation by the Gwa wina Dancers. (2008. Color, 83 mins.); Commentary Track featuring Bill Holm, Andy Everson, and Aaron Glass, Edited by Keith Sanborn; and Still Gallery, courtesy of the University of Washington Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture and Mick Gidley. 'The Connection' - A jazz quartet and sundry deadbeat friends hang out in a grungy New York City loft, waiting for their drug connection. They jam, argue, wax philosophical and ham it up for the benefit of a self-important documentary filmmaker and his cameraman. Shirley Clarke s debut feature The Connection magically transforms the ennui of their addiction into bold drama, set to an incredible score by Freddie Redd and featuring Jackie McLean s brilliant sax. A former dancer with a deep love for music, Clarke was born for the moving image. With The Connection, she created the ultimate jazz film a feature of such fluid artistry and bebop editing that the viewer never notices that the 110-minute movie was shot in one room. Camera, actors, and musicians riff constantly with and off each other to electrifying effect. Throughout her career, Clarke broke taboos (making films about junkies, ghetto teens, gay life and avant-garde jazz) and pushed the boundaries of film technique. She was an artist of such intense and innate individuality that there could only be one Shirley Clarke the most independent of all American independent filmmakers. Special features include: The Connection Home Movies (B&W, 6 mins.); A Conversation with Albert Brenner by Ross Lipman (4 mins.); Connecting with Freddie Redd (27 mins); The Connection-Behind The Scenes; Photo Gallery; The Connection trailer Carl and Max at the Chelsea (Color home movie. 4 mins.); 1959 Radio Interview (29 mins.); and Two 1964 marketing songs: Who Killed Cock Robin and I m in Love. Suggested list price for each Blu-ray is $39.95. You can find the latest specs for 'In the Land of the Head Hunters' and 'The Connection' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where they are indexed under February 24. Order the Blu-ray Order the Blu-rayPosted Fri Jan 9, 2015 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
'Horrible Bosses 2' Dated & Detailed for Blu-ray[teaser]The comedy sequel bound for Blu-ray in February is now available for pre-order. [/teaser] As previously reported, Warner Bros. is preparing 'Horrible Bosses 2' for Blu-ray, and now the date has been set for February 24. The follow-up to the 2011 hit comedy 'Horrible Bosses' reunites Jason Bateman, Charlie Day and Jason Sudeikis as everyone's favorite working stiffs: Nick, Dale and Kurt. Jennifer Aniston ('We're the Millers'), and Oscar (R) winners Jamie Foxx ('Ray') and Kevin Spacey ('American Beauty,' 'The Usual Suspects') also reprise their 'Horrible Bosses' starring roles, while Chris Pine ('Star Trek: Into Darkness') and Oscar (R) winner Christoph Waltz ('Django Unchained,' 'Inglourious Basterds') star as new adversaries standing between the guys and their dreams of success. The Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy combo will include both the R-rated theatrical cut and an extended cut of the film in 1080p with lossless 5.1 audio. Supplements include: Endless Laughter Guaranteed, Let the Sexual Healing Begin, Off-the-Cuff: One-Liners You Didn't See, and More! Suggested list price for the Blu-ray/DVD/Digital HD combo pack is $35.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Horrible Bosses 2' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 24. Order the Blu-rayPosted Thu Jan 8, 2015 at 01:30 PM PST by:
