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'House on Straw Hill' and 'The House of Seven Corpses' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]Two uncut and restored cult horror classics are coming to Blu-ray in June. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Severin Films is bringing 'House on Straw Hill' to Blu-ray on June 11. Banned in Britain as a Video Nasty for thirty years! A shockingly violent and erotic tale of seduction, brutality and revenge. Cult movie icon Udo Kier ('Mark of the Devil,' 'Flesh for Frankenstein') stars as a successful novelist suffering from writer's block, who rents a country cottage with his wife (British 70s sex sensation Fiona Richmond) in the hope of finding inspiration. But the arrival of a sensual secretary, played by Linda Hayden ('Blood on Satan's Claw,' 'Taste the Blood of Dracula') sets in motion a chain of events that culminate in an unrestrained explosion of sex and savagery. Film elements were long thought lost or destroyed on this sleazy gem but the original camera negative was unearthed in a barn in rural England and painstakingly restored for this first official uncut release anywhere in the world. Specs have not been revealed yet, but supplements will include: director commentary; and cast & crew interviews. Severin Films will also release 'The House of Seven Corpses' on the same date. "Eight graves! Seven bodies!" screamed the ads, "One killer... and he's already dead!" Hollywood legends John Ireland ('Red River,' 'Satan's Cheerleaders'), John Carradine ('The Grapes of Wrath,' 'Vampire Hookers') and Howard Hughes' paramour Faith Domergue ('Cult of the Cobra,' 'This Island Earth') star in this much-loved '70s shocker about a film crew shooting an occult drama in a sinister manor with its own grisly history of family bloodshed. Previously released with often badly cropped, censored and muddy transfers, the film will finally be available in HD, transferred from original vault materials. Exact specs are yet to be revealed, but supplements will include: an exclusive archive interview with legendary horror icon John Carradine; and a revealing new audio commentary with Co-Producer Gary Kent & Film Historian Lars Nilsen. Suggested list price for each Blu-ray is $29.95. You can find the latest specs for 'House on Straw Hill' and 'The House of Seven Corpses' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where they're indexed under June 11.Posted Wed Apr 3, 2013 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
'Street Trash' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The cult classic horror comedy will be having a messy meltdown on Blu-ray in June. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Synapse Films is bringing 'Street Trash' to Blu-ray. The tentative release date is set for June 11. In the sleazy, foreboding world of winos, derelicts and drifters in lower Manhattan, two young runaways – eighteen-year-old Fred (Mike Lackey) and his younger brother, Kevin (Mark Sferrazza) – live in a tire hut in the back of an auto wrecking yard. Life is hard, but the most lethal threat to the boys is the mysterious case of “Tenafly Viper” wine in Ed’s liquor store window. The stuff is forty years old… and it’s gone bad. REAL bad! Anyone who drinks it melts in seconds, and it’s only a dollar a bottle! The suggested list price for the Blu-ray has yet to be revealed, but the disc will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD MA 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: Two Audio Commentaries Featuring Producer Roy Frumkes and Director James Muro; The Meltdown Memoirs – Feature Length Documentary on the History and Making of 'Street Trash'; The Original 'Street Trash' 16mm Short Film That Inspired the Movie; The Original 'Street Trash' Promotional Teaser; Original Theatrical Trailer; Jane Arakawa Video Interview and Deleted Scenes; and the option to Create Your Own Bottle of "Tenafly Viper" Wine with the Enclosed Label Sticker. You can find the latest specs for 'Street Trash' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under June 11.Posted Wed Apr 3, 2013 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
'Into the White' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The WWII drama is crashing down to Blu-ray in June. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Magnolia Pictures is preparing 'Into the White' for Blu-ray on June 4. At the beginning of World War II a hostile chance encounter in the skies above the harsh Norwegian wilderness leaves two aircraft – one British, one German – shot down in a remote and isolated region. By strange coincidence the crews seek shelter in the same cabin. They must battle to survive the brutal winter in order to get back to the war – and to fighting one another. Although war has made them enemies, as the days go by animosity proves hard to maintain. Mutual need leads to unlikely friendships, and the rules of war must be put aside. Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements will include: Making of Into the White; AXS TV's A Look At: Into the White; and Original Trailer. The suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Into the White' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under June 4.Posted Wed Apr 3, 2013 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'Breaking Bad: The Fifth Season' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]Walter White is cooking up something special for Blu-ray in June. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Sony is working on 'Breaking Bad: The Fifth Season' for Blu-ray on June 4. Uneasy lies the head that wears the crown. Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul return in their Emmy winning roles of meth cooks Walter White and Jesse Pinkman in the fifth explosive season of 'Breaking Bad.' With Gus Fring dead, Walt’s transformation from a well-meaning family man to a ruthless drug kingpin is nearly complete. Forming a partnership with Jesse and Mike (Jonathan Banks), Walt proceeds to make a killing until the fruits of his murderous schemes are threatened by a new development in the investigation led by Hank (Dean Norris). Executive produced by Vince Gilligan and Mark Johnson. The Blu-ray will feature an eight-minute, uncensored bonus scene, “Chicks ‘N’ Guns,” written and produced exclusively for the home entertainment release. Starring Aaron Paul, Bob Odenkirk (TV’s 'How I Met Your Mother'), and Charles Baker ('Splinter'), the scene tells the pivotal back story to episode 508 in the fifth season, “Gliding Over All.” Exact specs for the three-disc Blu-ray set have yet to be detailed, but supplements will include: cast and crew commentary on every episode; deleted scenes; outtakes; audition and rehearsal footage; and all-new featurettes. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $65.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Breaking Bad: The Fifth Season' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under June 4.Posted Tue Apr 2, 2013 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
'Portlandia: Season Three' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The third season of the satirical sketch show is coming to Blu-ray in July. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Video Services Corp is working on 'Portlandia: Season Three' for Blu-ray on July 2. Fred Armisen and Carrie Brownstein return with their wonderfully unique rendering of Portland, OR. This season, they’ll be joined by a slew of notable new guest stars including Chloë Sevigny as Fred and Carrie’s new roommate, and returning favorites such as Kyle MacLachlan as Portland’s lovable Mayor. Shot entirely on location in Portland, OR, 'Portlandia' is co-created and co-written by Fred Armisen, Carrie Brownstein and Jonathan Krisel, who is also the series director. 'Portlandia' is executive produced by Lorne Michaels and produced by Broadway Video. Specs and supplements have not been set yet, but the suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $24.97. You can find the latest specs for 'Portlandia: Season Three' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under July 2.Posted Tue Apr 2, 2013 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
'Enlightened: The Complete Second Season' Blu-ray Up for Pre-Order[teaser]The final season of the HBO dramedy is in the works for Blu-ray. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, 'Enlightened: The Complete Second Season ' appears to be coming to Blu-ray in the near future. Created by Mike White and Laura Dern, this half-hour comedy series centers on Amy Jellicoe (Dern), a well-intentioned employee of a Southern California corporation who, after flipping out and going to anger-management rehab, emerges with a singular, if at times misguided, mission to make her company more responsible. After presenting her research outlining Abaddonn Industries' toxic sins -- and being laughed out of the room -- she strengthened her resolve to expose the company as a polluter and a bastion of corporate greed and corruption. Having convinced co-worker Tyler (White) to let her use his IT password to retrieve incriminating emails, Season 2 picks up with Amy immersed in gathering evidence against Abaddonn. Specs, supplements, and a release date have not been set yet, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is set at $39.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Enlightened: The Complete Second Season' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under PENDING.Posted Tue Apr 2, 2013 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
Contest: Win 'Les Miserables' on Blu-ray!Sing out loud! High-Def Digest is giving away another free movie! This week, we'd like to offer you the chance to take home a copy of the Oscar-winning musical 'Les Miserables' on Blu-ray. Don't miss your chance to win. Enter our contest in the blog today.Posted Tue Apr 2, 2013 at 07:00 AM PDT by: -
'Marvel Cinematic Universe: Phase One' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The previously delayed limited edition collection will be assembling on Blu-ray this week. [/teaser] After being postponed from its original September 25 release, Disney/Buena Vista is preparing the 'Marvel Cinematic Universe: Phase One – Avengers Assembled Limited Edition Collection' is headed to Blu-ray... today! Fans will be able to immerse themselves in every aspect of Marvel’s elite Super Heroes with this limited-edition, 10-Disc 'Marvel Cinematic Universe: Phase One Collection.' Complete with glowing Tesseract, this exciting collection includes stunning Blu-ray 3D and Blu-ray presentations of Marvel’s 'The Avengers,' 'Captain America: The First Avenger' and 'Thor,' as well as Blu-ray versions of 'Iron Man,' 'Iron Man 2' and 'The Incredible Hulk' in exclusive collectible packaging. In addition to possessing level 7 security clearance, fans will also be granted special access to S.H.I.E.L.D.’s most confidential archives, including a top-secret Bonus Disc filled with never-before-seen deleted scenes, extended scenes, featurettes and more. Also featuring exclusive memorabilia (prop reproductions and artifacts) from the motion pictures, the must-own 'Marvel’s Cinematic Universe: Phase One – Avengers Assembled Collection' will verify owners status as the world’s greatest authority on the Marvel Super Hero mythos! Specs will likely mirror those of the previously released discs, and supplements will include: "And Then Shawarma After" featurette; New deleted scenes, animatics and more from each film; Collectible packaging with memorabilia from the Marvel’s Cinematic Universe; and an Exclusive inside look at Marvel’s 'Iron Man 3' and other films from Phase Two of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray collection is $219.00. You can find the latest specs for 'Marvel Cinematic Universe: Phase One Collection' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under April 2.Posted Tue Apr 2, 2013 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'Doctor Who: Series Seven, Part Two' Blu-ray Supplements Detailed[teaser]Special features have been revealed for the hit BBC sci-fi adventure materializing on Blu-ray in May. [/teaser] As previously reported, BBC Home Entertainment is preparing 'Doctor Who: Series Seven, Part Two ' for Blu-ray on May 28. The Doctor kicks off this new run of adventures by searching for his companion Clara – an Impossible Girl he’s already lost twice. Together they find themselves battling monsters on distant alien planets, trapped in a Russian submarine with a deadly passenger, chasing terrifying ghosts, delving into the heart of the TARDIS, facing the Crimson Horror in Victorian Yorkshire, and coming face to face with an army of upgraded Cybermen. The action grows and the Doctor's oldest secret threatens to be revealed as the world's longest running sci-fi series builds toward its explosive 50th anniversary in November of 2013. Also appearing this season are guest stars Dougray Scott (Desperate Housewives, Mission: Impossible II), Warwick Davis (Life’s Too Short, Harry Potter), Celia Imrie (The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel), Richard E Grant (Iron Lady, Dracula), Jessica Raine (Call the Midwife) and Tamzin Outhwaite (EastEnders, Law & Order: UK). Additionally, mother and daughter Dame Diana Rigg (Game of Thrones, On Her Majesty’s Secret Service) and Rachael Stirling (Tipping the Velvet) will appear on screen together for the first time. Specs have yet to be revealed, but the set will feature the 2012 Christmas Special and all eight remaining Series Seven episodes, and supplements will include: Clara's White Christmas: Behind the Scenes of 'The Snowmen'; Prequel to' The Snowmen'; Prequel to 'The Bells of Saint John'; and 45-minute Special: The Companions. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Doctor Who: Series Seven, Part Two' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under May 28.Posted Mon Apr 1, 2013 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
'Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters' Announced for Blu-ray and Blu-ray 3D[teaser]The action packed fairy tale re-imagining will be slaying both Blu-ray formats in June. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Paramount is preparing 'Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters' for Blu-ray on June 11. 'Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters – 3D' (2D included) will also be available on the same date. After getting a taste for blood as children, Hansel (Jeremy Renner) and Gretel (Gemma Arterton) have become the ultimate vigilantes, hell bent on retribution. Now, unbeknownst to them, Hansel and Gretel have become the hunted, and must face an evil far greater than witches...their past. Both theatrical and unrated versions will be presented. The Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy combo packs will feature 1080p video, Dolby TrueHD 5.1 soundtracks, and supplements will include: Reinventing Hansel & Gretel; The Witching Hours; and Meet Edward the Troll. The suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $39.99 and $54.99 for the Blu-ray 3D. You can find the latest specs for 'Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters' and 'Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters – 3D' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where they're indexed under June 11.Posted Mon Apr 1, 2013 at 10:00 AM PDT by:
