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'The Producers' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]Mel Brooks' classic debut comedy is bringing "Springtime for Hitler" to Blu-ray this summer. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Shout Factory is bringing 'The Producers' to Blu-ray on July 2. A "startling, stunning, outrageous [and] breathtaking debut" (Los Angeles Times) from acclaimed writer/director Mel Brooks ('Young Frankenstein,' 'Spaceballs'), this Oscar-winning comedy combines "pure pell-Mel lunacy [and] wild, ad-lib energy [into an] uproariously funny" (Time) film! Low-rent Broadway producer Max Bialystock (Zero Mostel) and his high-strung accountant, Leo Bloom (Gene Wilder), discover that, with the help of a few gullible investors, they can make more money on a flop than on a hit! Armed with the worst show ever written ("Springtime for Hitler") and an equally horrific cast, this double-dealing duo is banking on disaster. But when their sure-to-offend musical becomes a surprise smash hit, they find themselves in the middle of a Broadway blitzkrieg! Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $26.99. You can find the latest specs for 'The Producers' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under July 2.Posted Fri Apr 5, 2013 at 08:20 AM PDT by: -
Theatrical Review: 'Evil Dead' (2013)This week, cult horror film 'The Evil Dead' gets a brand new remake without star Bruce Campbell or his iconic character Ash. Can the new movie possibly live up to fan expectations? Our theatrical reviewer and self-professed 'Evil Dead'-aholic Bryan Kluger has the scoop in the blog today.Posted Fri Apr 5, 2013 at 07:00 AM PDT by: -
'Mental' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The Australian comedy starring Toni Collette is heading to Blu-ray in June. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Universal Studios is preparing 'Mental' for Blu-ray on June 4. Toni Collette reunites with the director of 'Muriel's Wedding' in this wild and inspiring comedy about being true to yourself. Shaz (Collette) is a larger-than-life free spirit who is hired by a local politician (Anthony LaPaglia) to watch his five peculiar daughters. With her unconventional attitude, Shaz gleefully sets to work transforming the girls into proudly unique individuals. But when a mysterious shark hunter (Liev Schreiber) throws a twist in her plans, it's up to the girls to change their destiny and find their own happy ending. Supplements have yet to be revealed, but the Blu-ray will feature 1080p video and a DTS-HD MA 5.1 sountrack. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $26.98.Posted Fri Apr 5, 2013 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
Roger Ebert (1942 - 2013)[teaser]We've lost one of the best film critics and writers of all time.[/teaser] Rather than recap the details of his life, please do yourself a favor and read the story as told by the man himself. He's left behind a treasure trove of reviews, essays, and journal entries, each of which is well worth checking out. Unfortunately, as of this writing, Ebert's website, which was set to relaunch next Tuesday, appears to be overwhelmed with traffic. We encourage you to read his reviews and essays once the site is back up an running (a personal favorite is "Blackie come home," which is still working as of this posting). You can browse the rest of Mr. Ebert's published works on Amazon.Posted Thu Apr 4, 2013 at 03:30 PM PDT by: -
'Peggy Sue Got Married' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]Francis Ford Coppola's romantic fantasy flick is coming to Blu-ray in July. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Image Entertainment is preparing 'Peggy Sue Got Married' for Blu-ray on July 30. Peggy Sue (Kathleen Turner) and Crazy Charlie (Nicolas Cage) have been suffering many difficulties in their marriage, and are now on the verge of divorce. Wishing to forget her troubles, Peggy goes to her 25th High School Reunion and is voted Reunion Queen. But then something very strange happens: Peggy passes out and travels back in time to revisit the years of her youth. She now has the chance to rewrite history, but is unsure whether she should avoid marriage to Charlie this time around or simply allow fate to take its course. Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $17.97. You can find the latest specs for 'Peggy Sue Got Married' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under July 30.Posted Thu Apr 4, 2013 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
'Orphan Black: Season One' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The new BBC America sci-fi series will be cloning itself on Blu-ray in July. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, BBC Home Entertainment is preparing 'Orphan Black: Season One' for Blu-ray on July 16. 'Orphan Black' features rising star Tatiana Maslany ('Cas & Dylan,' 'Picture Day') in the lead role of Sarah, an outsider and orphan whose life changes dramatically after witnessing the suicide of a woman who looks just like her. Sarah assumes her identity, her boyfriend and her bank account. But instead of solving her problems, the street smart chameleon is thrust headlong into a kaleidoscopic mystery. She makes the dizzying discovery that she and the dead woman are clones… but are they the only ones? Sarah quickly finds herself caught in the middle of a deadly conspiracy and must race to find answers about who she is and how many others there are just like her. This suspenseful, sexy thriller also stars Jordan Gavaris ('Degrassi'), Dylan Bruce ('As The World Turns') and Maria Doyle Kennedy ('Downton Abbey'). 'Orphan Black' is executive produced by Ivan Schneeberg and David Fortier ('Being Erica'), Graeme Manson ('Flashpoint'), and John Fawcett ('Spartacus'). The drama is co-created by Manson and Fawcett, with Manson also serving as writer and Fawcett as director. Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $34.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Orphan Black' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under July 16.Posted Thu Apr 4, 2013 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
'Major Dundee' Blu-ray Detailed and Delayed[teaser]The Sam Peckinpah western is galloping toward Blu-ray a week later. [/teaser] As previously reported, Twilight Time was preparing 'Major Dundee' for Blu-ray on April 9, but now the release date is planned for April 15. Legendary writer-director Sam Peckinpah’s 'Major Dundee' tells the brutal tale of an ill-fated Civil War-era cavalry expedition into Mexico, starring Charlton Heston as an obsessive, ambitious Union officer hot on the heels of a rogue Apache chief and his murderous band. Also starring Richard Harris as Dundee's old friend and Confederate adversary, Senta Berger as a potential love interest, James Coburn as a grizzled, one-armed scout, and members of the Peckinpah stock company, including Warren Oates, Ben Johnson, R.G. Armstrong, and L.Q. Jones. This two-disc set includes the original theatrical release of the film, plus the 2005 extended version. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD MA 5.1 soundtrack on the extended cut, and a DTS-HD MA 1.0 soundtrack on the theatrical cut. Supplements will include: Isolated Score Track - Christopher Caliendo; Audio Commentary with Film Historians Nick Redman, Paul Seydor, Garner Simmons, and David Weddle; 2005 Re-Release Trailer; Isolated Score Track - Daniele Amfitheatriof; Silent Extended Outtakes; Trailer Artwork Outtakes; Exhibitor Promo Reel Excerpt; Extended Scene: "Major Dundee and Teresa"; Incomplete Deleted Scene: "Knife Fight"; and Original Theatrical Trailer. The Blu-ray will be a limited edition release of 3000 units and the suggested list price is $34.95. You can find the latest specs for 'Major Dundee' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under April 15.Posted Thu Apr 4, 2013 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
'Wilfred: Season Two' Blu-ray Dated and Detailed[teaser]Man and his best friend return for more comical existential adventures on Blu-ray in June. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, 20th Century Fox is bringing 'Wilfred: Season Two' to Blu-ray on June 18. Elijah Wood and Jason Gann return for another fearlessly funny season of 'Wilfred'... the story of a dog and his man. Season two finds Ryan making a fresh start with a real job and a new girlfriend. But with Wilfred’s help, Ryan discovers he still has a lot to learn about life, including “squishy” viral videos and the on-going cuteness war between dogs and babies. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD MA 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: Deleted Scenes; Blooper Reel; Stay; News at Noon with Jenna; and Wilfred/Ryan Mash-up. The suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $39.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Wilfred: Season Two' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under June 18.Posted Thu Apr 4, 2013 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'G.I. Joe: Retaliation' Blu-ray and Blu-ray 3D Up for Pre-Order![teaser]Duke, Roadblock, Snake Eyes, and the rest of the team will be protecting both Blu-ray formats later this year. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Paramount's 'G.I. Joe: Retaliation' appears to be in the works for Blu-ray. 'G.I. Joe: Retaliation – 3D' (2D included) will also be released at the same time. A follow-up to the 2009 worldwide blockbuster 'G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra,' which grossed over $300 million worldwide, Paramount Pictures, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer and Skydance Productions present, in association with Hasbro, a di Bonaventura Pictures production: 'G.I. Joe: Retaliation.' In this installment, the team is not only fighting their mortal enemy Cobra, but they are forced to contend with threats from within the government that jeopardize their very existence. The movie stars D.J. Cotrona, Byung-hun Lee, Adrianne Palicki, Ray Park, Jonathan Pryce, Ray Stevenson, Channing Tatum with Bruce Willis and Dwayne Johnson. Directed by Jon M. Chu; produced by Lorenzo di Bonaventura and Brian Goldner and written by Rhett Reese & Paul Wernick, based on Hasbro's G.I. Joe characters. Specs, supplements, and a release date have not been revealed yet, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is set at $39.99 and $54.99 for the Blu-ray 3D. You can find the latest specs for 'G.I. Joe: Retaliation' and 'G.I. Joe: Retaliation – 3D' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where they're indexed under PENDING.Posted Wed Apr 3, 2013 at 05:05 PM PDT by: -
'Identity Thief' Blu-ray Dated and Detailed[teaser]Jason Bateman and Melissa McCarthy will hit the road on Blu-ray in June. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Universal is preparing 'Identity Thief' for Blu-ray on June 4. Jason Bateman ('Horrible Bosses') and Melissa McCarthy ('Bridesmaids') lead an all-star cast in this hilarious blockbuster hit. Unlimited funds have allowed Diana (McCarthy) to live it up on the outskirts of Orlando. There's only one glitch: she's financing her shopping sprees with an ID stolen from Sandy Patterson (Bateman), an accounts rep who lives halfway across the U.S. With only one week to hunt down the con artist before his world implodes, the real Sandy Patterson is forced to extreme measures to clear his name. From the director of 'Horrible Bosses' and the producer of 'Ted,' critics are calling 'Identity Thief' "smart, funny and surprisingly touching" – Rafer Guzman, Newsday 'Identity Thief' also features a star-studded ensemble cast including Jon Favreau ('Iron Man' series), Amanda Peet ('2012'), Tip 'T.I.' Harris ('American Gangster'), Genesis Rodriguez ('What to Expect When You're Expecting'), John Cho ('Harold & Kumar series'), Robert Patrick ('Safe House') and Eric Stonestreet ('Modern Family'). The release will include the original theatrical cut and an unrated, extended version of the film featuring exclusive footage not shown in theaters The Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy/UltraViolet Combo Pack will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD MA 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: Gag Reel; The Making of Identity Thief; Alternate Takes; The Skiptracer's Van; and Scene Stealing: Capturing the Humor of Identity Thief. The suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $34.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Identity Thief' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under June 4.Posted Wed Apr 3, 2013 at 12:00 PM PDT by:
