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'The Sessions' Blu-ray Announced and Detailed[teaser]The Audience Award and Special Jury Prize winner at the Sundance Film Festival has been slated for Blu-ray this February. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, 20th Century Fox is working on 'The Sessions' for a Blu-ray release on February 12. Paralyzed and confined to an iron lung since childhood, poet-journalist Mark O'Brien (John Hawkes) has overcome adversity time and time again. But now, at age 38, he faces his toughest challenge yet: losing his virginity. With the help of a beautiful therapist (Helen Hunt), a sympathetic priest (William H. Macy), and his own unbridled sense of optimism and humor, Mark embarks on an extraordinary personal journey to discover the wondrous pleasures that make life worth living. The Blu-ray/Ultraviolet Digital Copy will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include: John Hawkes becomes Mark O'Brien; Helen Hunt as the Sex Surrogate; The Women Who Loved Mark O'Brien; Deleted Scenes; Writer/Director Ben Lewin Finds Inspiration; and A Session with the Cast. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $39.99. You can find the latest specs for 'The Sessions' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 12.Posted Wed Dec 12, 2012 at 12:12 PM PST by: -
'Weeds: The Final Season' Announced and Detailed for Blu-ray[teaser]The eighth and final season of the comedy series starring Golden Globe winner Mary-Louise Parker will light up Blu-ray this February. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Lionsgate is working on 'Weeds: The Final Season' for Blu-ray on February 12. The last time we saw Nancy (Mary -Louise Parker) and the Botwins, it was through the scope of a hit man's rifle. Nancy had sprung from the joint and gone to New York City, where she made a fresh start doing what she does best - selling pot and making enemies. Now everyone's wondering who put out the hit...and who got smoked? The release will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1 soundtrack, and supplements include: "WEEDS Season Eight: The Wrap Up!" featurette: Roundtable Discussion with Creator (Jenji Kohan) and Producers (Roberto Benabib, Matthew Salsberg); "Clippin' the Buds" featurette: With interviews by cast and experts this upbeat, humorous, and educational piece looks into the world of medical marijuana and the creation of the marijuana pill; "Everyday Advice from Guru Doug" featurette: Join us as Guru Doug (Nealon) gives his best advice to some of our most complicated life problems; Audio commentaries with Cast & Crew; Gag Reel; and Deleted Scenes. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray set is $39.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Weeds: The Final Season' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 12.Posted Wed Dec 12, 2012 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
'About Cherry' Blu-ray Detailed[teaser]The R-rated drama debuting on Blu-ray this January has been fully detailed. [/teaser] As previously reported, MPI has slated 'About Cherry' for Blu-ray on January 15. Stephen Elliot's film about a troubled young woman who moves to San Francisco and gets involved with pornography and a cocaine-addicted lawyer stars Ashley Hinshaw, James Franco and Heather Graham. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include deleted scenes and the original theatrical trailer. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.98. You can find the latest specs for 'About Cherry' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's now indexed under January 15.Posted Wed Dec 12, 2012 at 08:00 AM PST by: -
Poll: Will You See 'The Hobbit' in 48 fps?This weekend, Peter Jackson kicks off his 'Lord of the Rings' prequel trilogy with its first installment, the eagerly-anticipated 'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey'. In addition to bringing fans back to Middle Earth, the director is also using this opportunity to debut the new (and already divisive) 48 frames-per-second photography process. Will you seek out screenings of 'The Hobbit' in 48 fps, or will you stick with traditional formats? Vote in our blog poll today.Posted Wed Dec 12, 2012 at 06:15 AM PST by: -
'Monsters, Inc. - 3D: Ultimate Collector's Edition' Blu-ray 3D Rumored for February[teaser]The Pixar hit is gearing up for a Blu-ray 3D release next year! [/teaser] As previously reported, Disney/Buena Vista is hard at work on 'Monsters, Inc. - 3D: Ultimate Collector's Edition' for 2013, and now the date seems to be rumored for February 19. Monsters, Inc. is a factory which sends monsters around the world to scare kids who are trying to sleep. It's nothing personal, in fact the screams are used to power Monstropolis where the monsters live. This job isn't easy for the monsters, who believe children are toxic. James P. Sullivan, a large woolly blue monster, is one of the company's top scarers. Teamed up with a troublesome green one-eyed monster named Mike Wazowski, the two roommates and best friends are finding that today's kids are not as easily scared as they used to be. One night Sulley accidentally lets a young girl named Boo into the monster world. Now Sulley and Mike must risk their own safety as they race to get Boo back into the human world without letting anyone know of her existence. Specs and supplements have yet to be finalized, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray 3D combo pack is $49.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Monsters, Inc. - 3D: Ultimate Collector's Edition' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's tentatively indexed under February 19.Posted Wed Dec 12, 2012 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
Monster Madness: Round 15Have you been playing Monster Madness? In our blog tournament, Aaron has pitted many famous creatures of filmdom against each other to see which will be crowned the ultimate movie monster. Today's battles feature an eight-headed behemoth, a giant city-smashing lizard (no, not that one; another one), an evil flying Gremlin and an icky parasite that feeds on fear. Your votes will decide which move onto the next round. Play along with us in the blog today!Posted Tue Dec 11, 2012 at 12:05 PM PST by: -
'Universal Soldier: Day of Reckoning' Blu-ray Detailed[teaser]Full details are in for the action-packed sequel coming to Blu-ray this January. [/teaser] As previously reported, Sony has revealed 'Universal Soldier: Day of Reckoning' for Blu-ray on January 22. John (Scott Adkins, 'The Expendables 2') wakes up from a coma to discover his wife and daughter were slaughtered in a brutal home invasion. Haunted by images of the attack, he vows to kill the man responsible, Luc Deveraux (Jean-Claude Van Damme). While John tries to piece his reality back together, things get more complicated when he is pursued by a relentless UniSol (Andrei Arlovski). As John gets closer to Deveraux and the rogue army of genetically enhanced warriors led by back-from-the-dead leader Andrew Scott (Dolph Lundgren), John discovers more about himself and begins to call into question everything he believed to be true. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: Audio Commentary by director John Hyams and Dolph Lundgren; Coming Into Focus' : looks at the characters in the film, the making-of several sequences, and the challenges of shooting those scenes.; 'There Is No End' : Chronicles the final scene along with the weapons and stunts used to create it; and 'Production Wrap' : Cast and crew discus the production of the film, along with an in-depth look at some of the last days on set, fight rehearsals and stunt choreography. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $30.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Universal Soldier: Day of Reckoning' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under January 22.Posted Tue Dec 11, 2012 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
'Nurse Jackie: Season Four' on Blu-ray[teaser]The fourth season of the hit Showtime series starring Edie Falco will check Blu-ray's pulse this February. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Lionsgate is readying 'Nurse Jackie: Season Four' for Blu-ray on February 12. Falco stars as Jackie Peyton, a strong-willed and brilliant - but very flawed - emergency room nurse. This season, Jackie comes to realize that both karma and sobriety can be a bitch. In addition to finally confronting her addiction, Jackie's street smarts and sardonic wit are tested even further by an ambitious new hospital administrator. The 2-disc release will have 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1 soundtrack, and supplements include Cast & Crew audio commentaries; "Cruz Control" featurette - Nurse Jackie: Season Four had two standout new stars: Bobby Cannavale as new hospital chief Dr. Mike Cruz, and Bobby's real-life-son Jake as Jackie's rehab buddy (and Mike's son) Charlie Cruz - Take a look at this up close and personal portrait of a father and son at work; "On the Floor at All Saints" featurette - Watch as we find out some of the nurses' favorite moments on set and what it's like working with Edie Falco; and a gag reel. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray set is $39.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Nurse Jackie: Season Four' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 12.Posted Tue Dec 11, 2012 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
Blu-ray Highlights for December 11th, 2012This week's Blu-ray releases bring us an eclectic mix of content, from foul-mouthed teddy bears to deadly spy assassins and adorable prehistoric rodents. Join us in the blog today to tell us which discs you'll spend your money on.Posted Tue Dec 11, 2012 at 06:15 AM PST by: -
'Tyler Perry's Madea Gets a Job' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The crazy old lady with a heart of gold will be back on Blu-ray this February. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Lionsgate says 'Tyler Perry's Madea Gets a Job' is coming to high-definition on February 5. Tyler Perry's new musical stage play stars the infamous Mabel "Madea" Simmons. When a judge orders Madea to do 20 hours of community service at a local retirement home, the residents and staff are not ready for Madea's brand of "the truth", but all is well that ends well when Madea helps the residents of Easy Rest Retirement Home realize the importance of family, love and forgiveness. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include: Behind the Curtain with the cast of Madea Gets a Job. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is still undetermined at this time. You can find the latest specs for 'Tyler Perry's Madea Gets a Job' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 5.Posted Mon Dec 10, 2012 at 10:00 AM PST by:
