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Robin Williams Dead at 63[teaser]One of the funniest men alive is sadly no longer with us. [/teaser] Legendary funnyman Robin Williams was found dead in his home in Tiburon, Calif. on Monday. The cause of death is believed to be suicide via asphyxiation, reported the Tiburon coroner’s office. His wife Susan Schneider said in a statement: “I am utterly heartbroken. On behalf of Robin’s family, we are asking for privacy during our time of profound grief. As he is remembered, it is our hope the focus will not be on Robin’s death, but on the countless moments of joy and laughter he gave to millions.” Williams was battling depression and drug abuse. He was 63.Posted Tue Aug 12, 2014 at 08:25 AM PDT by: -
'Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas / Twice Upon a Christmas' Blu-ray Dated[teaser]Celebrate the holidays with Mickey and friends in this animated family 2-pack heading to Blu-ray in November. You can pre-order the movie here. [/teaser]In an early announcement to retailers, Disney is preparing 'Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas / Twice Upon a Christmas' for Blu-ray on November 4. Unwrap the wonder of the holidays with two beloved Disney Christmas classics in one unforgettable package. The magic of Disney animation warms up the season as 'Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas' and 'Mickey's Twice Upon a Christmas' arrive on Blu-ray for the first time ever with a new digital remaster. First, join Mickey, Minnie and their famous friends Goofy, Donald, Daisy and Pluto for hilarious and heartwarming stories of their most memorable Christmases together. 'Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas' is a merry and madcap collection of adventures and magical Christmas songs celebrating the true joys of the holiday season. Then find out who's been naughty and who's been nice as Santa Clause joins Disney's biggest stars in 'Mickey's Twice Upon a Christmas.' Give your family the perfect holiday treat with two timeless Christmas collections together for the first time on Disney Blu-ray! Specs and supplements have not been detailed yet, but suggested list price for the 3-disc Blu-ray/DVD combo pack is $29.99 You can find the latest specs for 'Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas / Twice Upon a Christmas' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under November 4.Posted Tue Aug 12, 2014 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
'The Strain: The Complete First Season' Blu-ray Bound[teaser]The first season of the FX horror series is gearing up to infect Blu-ray, and pre-orders are now live. [/teaser]In an early announcement to retailers, 20th Century Fox is preparing 'The Strain: The Complete First Season' for Blu-ray in the near future. 'The Strain' is a thriller that tells the story of Dr. Ephraim Goodweather, the head of the Center for Disease Control Canary Team in New York City. He and his team are called upon to investigate a mysterious viral outbreak with hallmarks of an ancient and evil strain of vampirism. As the strain spreads, Eph, his team, and an assembly of everyday New Yorkers, wage war for the fate of humanity itself. Specs and supplements have not been revealed yet, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $59.99. You can find the latest specs for 'The Strain: The Complete First Season' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under PENDING.Posted Tue Aug 12, 2014 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'Under the Dome: Season 2' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The second season of the CBS mystery thriller is set for Blu-ray. You can pre-order the show here. [/teaser]In an early announcement to retailers, Paramount is preparing 'Under the Dome: Season 2' for Blu-ray in the near future. From executive producer Steven Spielberg and based on the best-selling novel by Stephen King, 'Under the Dome' is the story of a small New England town that is suddenly and inexplicably sealed off from the rest of the world by an enormous transparent dome. The town's inhabitants must deal with surviving the post-apocalyptic conditions while searching for answers to what this barrier is, where it came from and if and when it will go away. Supplements have not been detailed yet, but the Blu-ray will feature 1080p video and a DTS-HD MA 5.1 soundtrack. Suggested list price for the 4-Disc Blu-ray is $74.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Under the Dome: Season 2' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under PENDING.Posted Mon Aug 11, 2014 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
'North of Hell' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]Katherine Heigl, Patrick Wilson and Jordana Brewster star in this comedy drama coming to Blu-ray in August. You can pre-order the film here. [/teaser]In an early announcement to retailers, Sony is preparing 'North of Hell' for Blu-ray on August 26. A seductive and scheming new hire causes dangerous problems for a businessman who is married to a bi-polar, obsessive-compulsive woman. Starring Katherine Heigl, Patrick Wilson, Jordana Brewster, and Kevin McKidd. Directed by Anthony Burns. Specs and supplements have not been revealed yet, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $35.99. You can find the latest specs for 'North of Hell' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under August 26.Posted Mon Aug 11, 2014 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
'Get on Up - The James Brown Story' Blu-ray Up for Pre-Order![/teaser]The James Brown biopic wil hit the stage on Blu-ray later this year. You can pre-order the disc now. [/teaser]In an early announcement to retailers, Universal is preparing 'Get on Up - The James Brown Story' for Blu-ray in 2014. In his follow-up to the four-time Academy Award-nominated blockbuster 'The Help,' Tate Taylor directs '42's Chadwick Boseman as James Brown in 'Get On Up.' Based on the incredible life story of the Godfather of Soul, the film will give a fearless look inside the music, moves, and moods of Brown, taking audiences on the journey from his impoverished childhood to his evolution into one of the most influential figures of the 20th century. Boseman is joined in the drama by Nelsan Ellis, Dan Aykroyd, Viola Davis, Craig Robinson, Octavia Spencer, Lennie James, Tika Sumpter and Jill Scott. Specs and supplements have not been announced yet, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray/DVD/Digital HD combo pack is $34.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Get on Up - The James Brown Story' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under PENDING.Posted Mon Aug 11, 2014 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
'Cabin Fever: Patient Zero' Dated for Blu-ray[teaser]The horror prequel is planned for Blu-ray in September. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Image Entertainment will be releasing 'Cabin Fever: Patient Zero' on Blu-ray on September 2. A group of friends planned the perfect vacation in the Caribbean, but when they head ashore to explore a remote island, their ultimate bachelor weekend devolves into their worst nightmare. After an ill-fated swim in contaminated water, they stumble upon a seemingly abandoned research facility where a deadly, flesh-eating virus has been unleashed. Specs and supplements haven't been revealed yet, but the suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $34.97. You can find the latest specs for 'Cabin Fever: Patient Zero' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under September 2.Posted Mon Aug 11, 2014 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
HDD Deal of the Week: Assorted Universal SteelBooks Up To Forty Five Percent Off at Amazon[teaser]This week's deal is for all the SteelBook collector's out there![/teaser] Amazon is selling assorted Universal Blu-ray SteelBooks from $9.99 to $11.99. Choose from 'Shaun of the Dead,' 'Jurassic Park,' 'Scarface,' and many more! Click here to check out the sale and this offer is available from now through August 17.Posted Sun Aug 10, 2014 at 07:41 AM PDT by: -
'The Texas Chain Saw Massacre: 40th Anniversary Edition' Blu-rays Detailed[teaser]Tobe Hooper's classic horror will be getting two collector's editions this fall. [/teaser] As previously reported, MPI/Dark Sky Films will be releasing 'The Texas Chain Saw Massacre: 40th Anniversary Edition' on Blu-ray on September 16. A limited edition Black Maria version will also be available on October 14. A tale of five 20-somethings whose free-spirited road trip becomes a terrifying descent into madness. When they find themselves isolated in a rural Texas community, they fall into the clutches of a monstrous clan of Texas cannibals and find themselves being whittled away by the chainsaw-wielding Leatherface. It's been imitated and remade, but never equaled. The Texas Chainsaw Massacre rose from a notorious 1974 sleeper sensation to rank as one of the greatest horror films ever made. The film is being released with an all-new 4K digital transfer and newly created 7.1 surround sound mix supervised by director Tobe Hooper. This release marks the only transfer of the film to go back to the original 16mm A/B rolls, the actual film that rolled through the cameras. Special features include: Two New Audio Commentaries, the first with writer-producer-director Tobe Hooper; the second with cinematographer Daniel Pearl, editor J. Larry Carroll and sound recordist Ted Nicolaou; Two Additional Audio Commentaries, the first with Hooper, Pearl and actor Gunnar Hansen; the second with actors Marilyn Burns, Allen Danziger and Paul A. Partain, and production designer Robert Burns; The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Shocking Truth; Flesh Wounds: Seven Stories of the Saw; A Tour of the TCSM House with Gunnar Hansen; Off the Hook with Teri McMinn; The Business of Chain Saw: An Interview with Production Manager Ron Bozman; New Deleted Scenes & Outtakes; Grandpa's Tales: An Interview with John Dugan; Cutting Chain Saw: An Interview With Editor J. Larry Carroll; Blooper Reel; Outtakes from The Shocking Truth; Horror's Hallowed Grounds: Texas Chain Saw Massacre; Dr. W.E. Barnes Presents Making Grandpa; Still Gallery; 40th Anniversary Trailer; Trailers, TV, and Radio Spots. The Black Maria version will add a few collectables including a Leatherface Apron, Theatrical Mini-Poster, and Cattle Truck Packaging. You can find the latest specs for The Texas Chain Saw Massacre: 40th Anniversary Edition' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under September 16 (and October 14 for the Black Maria version).Posted Fri Aug 8, 2014 at 11:00 AM PDT by: -
'Kundo: Age of the Rampant' Dated for Blu-ray[teaser]The Korean actioner will slice into Blu-ray this October. Pre-order here. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Well Go USA will be releasing 'Kundo: Age of the Rampant' on Blu-ray on October 21. The year is 1859, feudal Joseon is plagued with numerous natural disasters, poor harvest, poverty, hunger and death. But the rich nobles are only concerned with their own wealth and continue to exploit and persecute the poor. In this dark period, KUNDO was a single shred of hope for the poor, an entity which can be the subject of fear to unjust nobles. After killing poor butcher Dolmuchi's mother and sister, millionaire Jo-yoon commands absolute power over him. Clouded by vengeance, Dolmuchi is accepted as a member of KUNDO, and unsheathes his sword for the weak. Specs and supplements haven't been revealed yet, but the suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Kundo: Age of the Rampant' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under October 21.Posted Fri Aug 8, 2014 at 10:00 AM PDT by:
