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'WWII From Space' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The History Channel special is storming Blu-ray in May. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Lionsgate Home Entertainment is preparing 'WWII From Space' for Blu-ray on May 7. 'WWII From Space' delivers World War II in a way you’ve never experienced it before. This History special uses an all-seeing CGI eye that offers a satellite view of the conflict, allowing you to experience it in a way that places key events and tipping points in a global perspective. By re-creating groundbreaking moments that could never have been captured on camera and by illustrating the importance of simultaneity and the hidden effects of crucial incidents, History presents the war’s monumental moments in never-before-seen context. And with new information brought to the forefront, you’ll better understand how a nation ranked 19th in the world’s militaries in 1939 emerged six years later as the planet’s only atomic superpower. Specs and supplements have not been revealed yet, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $19.99. You can find the latest specs for 'WWII From Space' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under May 7.Posted Mon Apr 15, 2013 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
HDD Deal of the Week: 'Universal 100th Anniversary Collection' Blu-ray $149.99 at Amazon[teaser]Save over fifty percent on Universal's mega 25-film Blu-ray set this week at Amazon! [/teaser] Amazon is selling 'Universal 100th Anniversary Collection' for $149.99 (57% off the suggested retail price). This massive box set includes 25 films from the 1930s to 2010, a 71-page full color booklet, a bonus disc of supplements, as well as a CD featuring the most famous musical scores from the films in the collection. Click here to take a trip down Universal's memory lane! This offer is available from now through April 20.Posted Sun Apr 14, 2013 at 08:36 AM PDT by: -
Bonus View Digest - April 12, 2013[teaser]Have a hankering for some HD-related news, reviews, and other great stuff? See what transpired on The Bonus View in our weekly recap.[/teaser] Blu-ray News We're having another contest! We'd ask if you were tired of them, but we know as well as anyone, no one tires of getting free stuff. Last week we gave away a free copy of 'Les Miserables' (check out the results here), this week we're giving away a free copy of 'Wreck-it Ralph.' Trust me, your kids will love it. My son has watched it around 40 times already. This week was a pretty slow week as far as Blu-ray releases were concerned. Check out our Blu-ray Highlights post to see a few of the gems that made this dismal release week worth it. Theatrical News Bryan Kluger has seen the Jackie Robinson biopic opening this weekend entitled '42.' Is it something you've been looking forward to seeing? If so you'll want to read his review to see if it’s a worthy account of his life. Along with reviewing the newest films in theaters, Bryan has also been attending the Dallas Film Festival. Check out his reviews for festival films like 'A Teacher,' and 'Jump.' It was with very heavy hearts that we said goodbye to Roger Ebert last week. Aaron took a few moments to write down exactly what the famed critic meant to him. What did he mean to you? Use the comments to tell your favorite Ebert stories. Finally, E's Trailer Park features a hodgepodge of new movies slated to hit theaters in the near future. Check out trailers for 'Elysium,' 'This is the End,' and the remake of 'Carrie.' TV Recaps The summer TV season is heating up and we've got a ton of recaps this week following some of the most anticipated new shows as well as returning favorites. Check out our recaps of 'Game of Thrones,' 'Bates Motel,' 'Hannibal,' 'Community,' 'Dr. Who,' and 'Happy Endings.' Special Features Last week on the Weekend Roundtable we discussed what movies would be inappropriate for 3D conversions. It was a fun conversation. Have a few suggestions? Head on over and tell us in the comments. That's it for this week. Thanks for being our faithful readers. Next week we'll try to pack in even more exciting HD fun!Posted Fri Apr 12, 2013 at 01:00 PM PDT by: -
'Mad Men: Season Six' Blu-ray Up for Pre-Order![teaser]The penultimate season of the acclaimed AMC series is already in the works for Blu-ray. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, 'Mad Men: Season Six' appears to be coming to Blu-ray in the near future. The series revolves around the conflicted world of Don Draper (Jon Hamm), the biggest ad man (and ladies man) in the business, and his colleagues at the Sterling Cooper Draper Pryce Advertising Agency. As Don makes the plays in the boardroom and the bedroom, he struggles to stay a step ahead of the rapidly changing times and the young executives nipping at his heels. The series also depicts authentically the roles of men and women in this era while exploring the true human nature beneath the guise of 1960s traditional family values. Created by Emmy and Golden Globe winning executive producer Matthew Weiner, 'Mad Men: Season Six' is anchored by an award-winning ensemble cast, including Golden Globe winner Jon Hamm, January Jones, Elisabeth Moss, Vincent Kartheiser, Christina Hendricks, John Slattery, Jessica Paré, Rich Sommer, Aaron Staton, Robert Morse, Kiernan Shipka, Jay Ferguson, and Christopher Stanley. Specs, supplements, and a release date have not been announced yet, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray has been set at $49.97. You can find the latest specs for 'Mad Men: Season Six' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under PENDING.Posted Fri Apr 12, 2013 at 12:30 PM PDT by: -
Weekend Roundtable: Movie-to-TV Spin-OffsNetwork executives love spinning off movies into TV shows. In this week's Roundtable, we try to think of some of our favorite movie titles that might work in episodic TV form. Join us in the blog today to share your ideas.Posted Fri Apr 12, 2013 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
'On the Road' Blu-ray Dated[teaser]Director Walter Salles' adaptation of Jack Kerouc's famous novel will "burn, burn, burn" on Blu-ray in July. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, MPI Home Video is preparing 'On the Road' for Blu-ray on July 30. Based on Jack Kerouc's beloved American novel, 'On The Road' is the story of Sal Paradise (Sam Riley), an aspiring New York writer, and Dean Moriarty (Garrett Hedlund), a devastatingly charming ex-con, married to the very liberated and seductive Marylou (Kristen Stewart). Sal and Dean bond instantly upon meeting. Determined not to get locked in to a constricted life, the two friends cut their ties and take to the road with Marylou. Thirsting for freedom, the three young people head off in search of the world, of other encounters, and of themselves. Specs, supplements, and a suggested list price have not been revealed yet. You can find the latest specs for 'On the Road' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under July 30.Posted Fri Apr 12, 2013 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
'Safe Haven' Blu-ray Supplements Detailed[teaser]The special features have been announced for the Nicholas Sparks adaptation coming to Blu-ray in May. [/teaser] As previously reported, 20th Century Fox is bringing 'Safe Haven' to Blu-ray on May 7. When a mysterious young woman arrives in a small North Carolina town, her reluctance to join the tight knit community raises questions about her past. Slowly, she begins putting down roots, and gains the courage to start a relationship with Alex, a widowed store owner with two young children. But dark secrets intrude on her new life with such terror that she is forced to rediscover the meaning of sacrifice and rely on the power of love in this deeply moving romantic thriller. Exact specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements will include: Igniting the Romance in Safe Haven; Josh Duhamel's Lessons in Crabbing; Deleted & Extended Scenes; Alternate Ending; and Set Tour. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy combo pack is $39.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Safe Haven' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under May 7.Posted Fri Apr 12, 2013 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
'Wrong' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]Quentin Dupieux's absurd comedy is hitting Blu-ray in June. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Image Entertainment is preparing 'Wrong' for Blu-ray on June 11. From electronic musician-turned-director/writer/editor/cinematographer/composer Quentin Dupieux ('Rubber'), 'Wrong' is a willfully surreal comedy, which made its world premiere at the 2012 Sundance Film Festival, about a man's frantic search for his kidnapped dog and the strange characters he encounters along the way. Dolph Springer wakes up one morning to realize he has lost the love of his life, his dog, Paul. During his quest to get Paul (and his life) back, Dolph radically changes the lives of others. In his journey to find Paul, Dolph may lose something even more vital – his mind.. Specs and supplements have not been revealed yet, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.97. You can find the latest specs for 'Wrong' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under June 11.Posted Fri Apr 12, 2013 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'Game of Thrones: The Complete Third Season' Blu-ray Up for Pre-Order[teaser]The latest season of the hit HBO series is already in the works for Blu-ray! [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, 'Game of Thrones: The Complete Third Season' appears to be in the works for Blu-ray. In the third season of the hit HBO drama series 'Game of Thrones,' the Lannisters are barely holding onto power after a savage naval onslaught from Stannis Baratheon (Stephen Dillane), while stirrings in the North threaten to alter the overall balance of power in Westeros. Robb Stark (Richard Madden), King in the North, is facing major calamity in his efforts to build on his victories over the Lannisters while beyond the Wall, Mance Rayder (Ciarian Hinds) and his huge army of wildlings continue their inexorable march south. Across the Narrow Sea, Daenerys Targaryen (Emilia Clarke) - reunited with her three fast-maturing dragons - attempts to raise an army to sail with her from Essos, in hopes of eventually claiming the Iron Throne. Specs, supplements, and a release date have not been announced yet, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is set at $79.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Game of Thrones: The Complete Third Season' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under PENDING.Posted Thu Apr 11, 2013 at 05:20 PM PDT by: -
'The Legend of Korra: Book One: Air' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The sequel series to 'Avatar: The Last Airbender' will hit Blu-ray in July. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Nickelodeon is bringing 'The Legend of Korra: Book One: Air ' to Blu-ray on July 16. Republic City is everything that Avatar Aang and Fire Lord Zuko fought for when they ended the Hundred Year War. With balance restored to the four nations, benders and non-benders can live together in peace, in this thriving metropolitan area. But even the steampunk paradise of Republic City has its problems, as the next Avatar discovers. When Avatar Korra arrives in Republic City to master her airbending, she comes face to face with criminal bending gangs as well as members of a vocal anti-bending revolution. Before long, Korra's Avatar skills are put to the test when she encounters a group of Chi-blockers led by the charismatic and mysterious Amon, who threatens the city and all the benders in it. Despite the immense danger, Korra vows to fight the growing anti-bending revolution. But will she be able to stop Amon before he rises to power and makes his vision of a bending-free world a reality? Specs have not been revealed yet, but supplements will include: Audio Commentaries on all 12 episodes; Series Creators' Favorite Scenes: Eight Animatics; and an Original Short titled The Legend of Puppetbender Present "The Making of a Legend: The Untold Story." Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $26.98. You can find the latest specs for 'The Legend of Korra: Book One: Air' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under July 16.Posted Thu Apr 11, 2013 at 12:00 PM PDT by:
