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'One Direction: This Is Us' Blu-ray and Blu-ray 3D Dated[teaser]The British pop band will serenade Blu-ray and Blu-ray 3D in December. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Sony is preparing 'One Direction: This Is Us' for Blu-ray and Blu-ray 3D on December 17. 'One Direction: This Is Us' is a captivating and intimate all-access look at life on the road for the global music phenomenon. Weaved with stunning live concert footage, this inspiring feature film tells the remarkable story of Niall, Zayn, Liam, Harry and Louis' meteoric rise to fame, from their humble hometown beginnings and competing on the X-Factor, to conquering the world and performing at London’s famed O2 Arena. Hear it from the boys themselves and see through their own eyes what it's really like to be One Direction. Specs have not been detailed yet, but special features will include: 20 minutes of new footage; Four additional songs; Three featurettes; "Best Song Ever" Music Video; Five "Going Home" Featurettes – Each member of the group visits their home town, family and friends offering fans a glimpse at their life off the road; Two additional featurettes; and Extended Scenes. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray 3D/Blu-ray/DVD combo pack is $45.99 and suggested list price for the Blu-ray/DVD/Digital copy combo pack is $35.99. You can find the latest specs for 'One Direction: This Is Us' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under December 17.Posted Tue Oct 29, 2013 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
'The Rooftop' Blu-ray Cover Art Revealed[teaser]Jay Chou's action/comedy/musical will fight its way to Blu-ray in December. [/teaser] As previously announced, Well Go USA is preparing 'The Rooftop' for Blu-ray on December 10. Gao and his friends are the happiest kids in the city of Galilee. Living on the rooftops of this bustling metropolis, sometimes life can be tough, but they still churn out songs all day, and dance under the stars at night. But when Gao meets his dream girl, a billboard beauty named Sian, fate takes him on a wild ride through the high and low parts of the town he loves. Specs and supplements have not been announced yet, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.98. Here's a peek at the cover art: You can find the latest specs for 'The Rooftop' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under December 10.Posted Tue Oct 29, 2013 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
Contest: Win 'Crazy4Cult: Cult Movie Art 2' Hardcover Art BookListen up out there. This week in the blog, we're giving away one of the coolest contest prizes we've ever offered on this site – the coffee table art book 'Crazy4Cult: Cult Movie Art 2'. If you're wondering what's so special about a picture book, head over to the contest page to see some samples of the artwork showcased. We think you'll understand just how awesome they are. Don't miss your chance to win this terrific prize!Posted Tue Oct 29, 2013 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'Status Quo: Back2SQ1 Live at Wembley' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The band's Frantic Four Tour is coming to Blu-ray in November. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Eagle Rock Entertainment is preparing 'Status Quo: Back2SQ1 Live at Wembley' for Blu-ray on November 5. This brings Status Quo and their fans back to square one. An original line-up reunited for the first time in over three decades and live material of the Frantic Four Tour. It is a mixture of strong emotions and a flashback bringing the musicians and the audience back to the glorious past... with no lifeline. With memories exploding in the musicians mind (childhood best friends, then enemies and now friends again...) and the audience. Specs and supplements have not been announced yet, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Status Quo: Back2SQ1 Live at Wembley' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under November 5.Posted Tue Oct 29, 2013 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'Justified: The Complete Fourth Season' Blu-ray Dated and Detailed[teaser]The fourth season of the hit crime drama starring Timothy Olyphant will be gunning for Blu-ray in December. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Sony has revealed 'Justified: The Complete Fourth Season' is headed for a Blu-ray on December 17. In Season 4, U.S. Marshal Raylan Givens' (Olyphant) past begins to unravel when a mystery over 30 years old ties into his father's criminal activity. The 3-disc set will include all 13 episodes in 1080p with a lossless soundtrack, and supplements include: Commentary on 10 episodes; Deleted Scenes & Outtakes; Deadly Serious: Constable Bob; The Veterans' Experience; Anatomy of an Episode; and Blu-ray exclusives include Becoming Boyd and Script to Screen: The Finale. Suggested list price for this set is $65.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Justified: The Complete Fourth Season' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under December 17.Posted Mon Oct 28, 2013 at 03:25 PM PDT by: -
'The Wicker Man' Blu-ray Bound[teaser]The original cult horror classic will terrify Blu-ray in January. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Lionsgate is preparing 'The Wicker Man' for Blu-ray on January 7. When a young girl mysteriously vanishes, Police Sergeant Howie (Edward Woodward) travels to a remote Scottish island to investigate. But the seemingly quiet community is not as it appears, as the detective uncovers a secretive pagan society led by the strange Lord Summerisle (Christopher Lee). While the townsfolk tempt and threaten him with bizarre rituals and wanton lust, Howie must race to discover the truth behind the girl's disappearance before his clash with Lord Summerisle builds to a terrifying conclusion - one that cemented this cult shocker as a modern horror masterpiece. Specs and supplements have not been announced yet, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $19.99. You can find the latest specs for 'The Wicker Man' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under January 7.Posted Mon Oct 28, 2013 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
'The Beast of Hollow Mountain / The Neanderthal Man' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]Another cult horror double feature is bound for Blu-ray in January. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Scream Factory will be releasing 'The Beast of Hollow Mountain / The Neanderthal Man' on Blu-ray on January 28. Based on an idea by the legendary special effects wizard Willis O’Brien ('King Kong,' 'Son Of Kong,' 'The Lost World'), 'The Beast Of Hollow Mountain' is a classic creature feature. An American rancher living in Mexico is staying near Hollow Mountain, an impenetrable swamp where, stories have it, dwells a living prehistoric Tyrannosaurus Rex! A mad scientist uses his new serum on his housekeeper, turning her into an ape-woman. Like most crazed scientists, he then tries the serum on himself, creating…'The Neanderthal Man!' Robert Shayne, Richard Crane, Doris Merrick, Joyce Terry and Beverly Garland star in this harrowing creature feature. The Blu-ray/DVD Combo Pack will feature 1080p video, a lossless mono soundtrack, and there doesn't appear to be any supplements on this release. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $35.99. You can find the latest specs for 'The Beast of Hollow Mountain / The Neanderthal Man' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under January 28.Posted Mon Oct 28, 2013 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
'Thanks for Sharing' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]Stuart Blumberg's R-rated dramedy will arouse Blu-ray in January. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Lionsgate says 'Thanks for Sharing' is coming to Blu-ray on January 7. Adam (Mark Ruffalo) takes his sex addiction rehabilitation one day at a time, and this is the same advice he offers to his friends Mike (Tim Robbins) and Neil (Josh Gad) who are also battling similar dependency issues. When Adam meets and falls for Phoebe (Gwyneth Paltrow) she tells him due to a past relationship gone sour she has vowed never to date another addict and Adam is then forced to keep his troubles a secret. But as Phoebe begins making advances on Adam will he be able to continue keeping his secret under wraps or can he finally turn sex into a meaningful aspect of his life and save their relationship? The Blu-ray/Ultraviolet combo will feature 1080p video, a lossless 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: "One Step at a Time: The Making Of Thanks For Sharing" featurette; Audio commentary with co-writer/director Stuart Blumberg and co-writer Matt Winston; Gag Reel and Deleted Scenes. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $24.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Thanks for Sharing' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under January 7.Posted Mon Oct 28, 2013 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
Blu-ray Highlights: Week of October 27th, 2013With the end of October and Halloween upon us, this week brings us a handful of appropriately themed movies on Blu-ray. Not much else, though. This is a peculiarly slow week. Read about the latest Blu-ray offerings in the blog today.Posted Mon Oct 28, 2013 at 07:00 AM PDT by: -
'Lilyhammer: Season One' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The first eight episodes of the Netflix original series starring Steve Van Zandt is planned for Blu-ray in December.[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, New Video Group will be bringing 'Lilyhammer: Season One' to Blu-ray on December 3. Frank "The Fixer" Tagliano (Steven Van Zandt), a former underboss of New York's Italian Mafia, is put in the witness protection program after testifying in a trial in the United States. Tagliano requests that he be relocated in Lillehammer, Norway, intrigued by the town when he saw television images of the 1994 Winter Olympics. Using his old ruthless methods, Tagliano starts to take over Lillihammer s criminal underworld as the local police grow suspicious. Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $39.95. You can find the latest specs for 'Lilyhammer: Season One' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under December 3.Posted Mon Oct 28, 2013 at 06:00 AM PDT by:
