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'Catch Me If You Can' Blu-ray Announced and Detailed[teaser]Steven Spielberg's comedic caper makes is high-definition debut this December! [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Paramount has revealed 'Catch Me If You Can' for a Blu-ray release on December 4. The extraordinary true story of a brilliant master of deception and the FBI agent hot on his trail stars Oscar®-nominee Leonardo DiCaprio and Academy Award®-winner Tom Hanks in the “supremely entertaining” (New York Times) tale of Frank W. Abagnale, Jr. as he successfully passes himself off as a pilot, a lawyer and a doctor—all before his 21st birthday. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: Catch Me If You Can: Behind the Camera, Catch Me If You Can: The Casting of the Film, Scoring: Catch Me If You Can, Frank Abagnale: Between Reality and Fiction, The FBI Perspective, Catch Me If You Can: In Closing, and Photo Galleries. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $22.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Catch Me If You Can' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under December 4.Posted Mon Sep 10, 2012 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The totally bodacious 1989 comedy arrives on Blu-ray this November! [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, MGM/UA is preparing 'Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure' for Blu-ray on November 13. Keanu Reeves ('The Matrix') and Alex Winter ('The Lost Boys') star in this outrageous comedy about two ditzy dudes from San Dimas, California. Bill (Winter) and Ted (Reeves) spent so much time forming their rock band, The Wyld Stallyns, that they're flunking history. A guardian angel from the future, Rufus (George Carlin) come to them with a bodacious solution: a time traveling phone booth to take them into the past to learn from history's most influential people. Their journey turns out to be a blast...but will they learn enough to pass their class? Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $19.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under November 13.Posted Fri Sep 7, 2012 at 11:00 AM PDT by: -
'The Hole' Blu-ray Dated[teaser]The 2009 PG-13 supernatural thriller will descend on Blu-ray this October. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Big Air Studios is prepping 'The Hole' for a Blu-ray release on October 2. From director Joe Dante comes a suspense thriller that explores the fears and secrets buried deep within the human mind. After moving into a new neighborhood, brothers Dane and Lucas, along with their neighbor Julie, discover a bottomless hole in the basement of their home. They find that once the hole is exposed, evil is unleashed. With strange shadows lurking around every corner and nightmares coming to life, they are forced to come face to face with their darkest fears to put an end to the mystery of 'The Hole.' Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $20.99. You can find the latest specs for 'The Hole' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under October 2.Posted Fri Sep 7, 2012 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
'Miami Connection' Dated for Blu-ray[teaser]The 1987 B-movie from Y.K. Kim and Park Woo-sang explodes on Blu-ray this December! [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Image Entertainment says they are working on 'Miami Connection' for a Blu-ray release on December 11. The year is 1987. Motorcycle ninjas tighten their grip on Florida's narcotics trade, viciously annihilating anyone who dares move in on their turf. Multi-national martial arts rock band Dragon Sound have had enough, and embark on a roundhouse wreck-wave of crime-crushing justice. When not chasing beach bunnies or performing their hit song "Against the Ninja," Mark (kung-fu master/inspirational speaker Y.K. Kim) and the boys are kicking and chopping at the drug world's smelliest underbelly. It'll take every ounce of their blood and courage, but Dragon Sound can't stop until they've completely destroyed the dealers, the drunk bikers, the kill-crazy ninjas, the middle-aged thugs, the "stupid cocaine"...and the entire Miami Connection! Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.97. You can find the latest specs for 'Miami Connection' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under December 11.Posted Fri Sep 7, 2012 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
'Suddenly' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The 1954 crime drama starring Frank Sinatra has been restored from the original 35mm film elements and will hit Blu-ray this October. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Film Chest will release 'Suddenly' on Blu-ray on October 16. In a house atop a hill overlooking the train station where the president will arrive, three gangsters, led by John Baron (Frank Sinatra, 'From Here to Eternity'), have taken hostages Pop Benson (James Gleason, 'The Night of the Hunter'), his daughter Ellen (Nancy Gates, 'Some Came Running') and her son Peter III, a.k.a. "Pidge" (Kim Charney, 'The Werewolf'). Local sheriff Tod Shaw (Sterling Hayden, 'The Asphalt Jungle') and Secret Service agent Dan Carney (Willis Bouchey, 'The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance') are pitted against Baron, who's determined not to let anyone stand in his way. Specs have yet to be detailed, but the release will be a Blu-ray/DVD combo pack and supplements will include: Audio commentary by Sinatra historian Tom Santopietro; Liner notes; theatrical trailer; before-and-after restoration demo; and post card reproduction of the original movie poster. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $15.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Suddenly' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under October 16.Posted Fri Sep 7, 2012 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'Portlandia: Season Two' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]Ten more episodes from the acclaimed comedy series are coming to Blu-ray at the end of September. [/teaser] In an announcement to retailers, IFC Films says 'Portlandia: Season Two' will hit Blu-ray on September 25. The Peabody© award-winning and critically acclaimed series that presents a romanticized and dreamy rendering of Portland, Oregon through the eyes of Fred and Carrie (Fred Armisen of 'Saturday Night Live' and Carrie Brownstein from 'Wild Flag' and 'Sleater'-- Kinney) has been heralded as “hilariously offbeat” and an “astute comedy” by Entertainment Weekly, and “[a show] you shouldn’t miss” by The Hollywood Reporter. Season Two is packed with new characters and special guest stars and the release has loads of extras not seen anywhere else. Some of Portlandia’s most loved and notable characters from Season One return for Season Two including Portland’s trusty but sometimes misguided Reggae bass playing Mayor (Kyle MacLachlan), Peter and Nance, an overly eco-conscious couple caught up in the organic and local food movement; Bryce Shivers and Lisa Eversman, an arty, obsessive couple who find a new trend to explore; and Toni and Candice, the former activist shopkeepers of the feminist bookstore Women and Women First. New residents have also moved in for Season Two including Doug and Claire, a couple whose lives spin out of control when they run out of new episodes of “Battlestar Galactica” and a struggling band who finds itself with an all too enthusiastic fan. This season new guest stars include Jeff Goldblum, Sean Hayes, Penny Marshall, Jack McBrayer, Tim Robbins, Andy Samberg, Amber Tamblyn, and Kristen Wiig, as well as musicians Isaac Brock (Modest Mouse), Steve Jones (Sex Pistols), Johnny Marr (The Smiths), Joanna Newsom, St. Vincent and Eddie Vedder. Specs have yet to be revealed for the 2-disc set, but bonus features include behind-the-scenes Portlandia Live tour footage, creator commentaries, a bonus feminist bookstore scene, "Brunch Village: The Director's Cut," an excerpt from the new book Portlandia: A Guide for Visitors and the "Inside Portlandia" documentary special. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $24.95. You can find the latest specs for 'Portlandia: Season Two' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under September 25.Posted Thu Sep 6, 2012 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
'Marvel Cinematic Universe: Phase One Collection' Blu-ray Delayed[teaser]German luggage company Rimowa BhmbH has filed a lawsuit against Marvel for copyright infringement on the replica S.H.I.E.L.D. briefcase planned for release in late September. [/teaser] As previously reported, Disney/Buena Vista was readying 'Marvel Cinematic Universe: Phase One Collection' for September 25, but now the date looks to be postponed indefinitely. Apparently Marvel's license for the briefcase did not include the manufacture and sale of replica briefcases using the company's design. More details on the lawsuit can be seen here. Immerse yourself 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 exclusive replica of Nick Fury’s iconic briefcase includes stunning Blu-ray 3D™ and Blu-ray™ presentations of '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. Plus, now that you possess the highest level of security clearance, you have been granted access to S.H.I.E.L.D.’s most confidential files, including a top-secret bonus disc filled never before seen, classified information. Also featuring exquisitely detailed art, prop reproductions and artifacts from the motion pictures, the must-own 'Marvel Cinematic Universe: Phase One Collection' will verify your status as the world’s greatest authority on the Marvel Super Hero mythos! Suggested list price for this package was $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 PENDING.Posted Thu Sep 6, 2012 at 10:05 AM PDT by: -
'Legendary Amazons' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]Renowned actor and producer Jackie Chan teams with director Frankie Chan ('A Warrior’s Tragedy 2') for an epic remake based on the 1972 martial arts classic 'The 14 Amazons.' 'Legendary Amazons' is planned for Blu-ray this October. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Well Go USA is working on 'Legendary Amazons' for Blu-ray on October 16. Cecilia Cheung ('Shaolin Soccer'), Cheng Pei-Pei ('Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon') and Liu Ziaoqing ('Plastic Flowers') star as widowed wives who must lead the other widows into battle when the last of a long line of Song generals are killed. Richie Ren ('Life Without Principle,' 'Accident') also stars as Yang Zongbao, the last of the Song generals to fall. Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements will include a new English dub, behind the scenes featurette, and trailers. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray set is $29.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Legendary Amazons' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under October 16.Posted Thu Sep 6, 2012 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
'The Amazing Spider-Man' Blu-ray and Blu-ray 3D Officially Announced[teaser]Your friendly neighborhood web-slinger swings onto home video this November! [/teaser] As previously reported, Sony is preparing 'The Amazing Spider-Man,' 'The Amazing Spider-Man' (Combo Pack), 'The Amazing Spider-Man - 3D' (Blu-ray 3D/Blu-ray/DVD Combo Pack), and 'The Amazing Spider-Man - 3D' (Limited Edition Combo with Collectible Amazing Spider-Man and Lizard Figurines) for a release sometime in the coming weeks, and now the date has been set for November 9. In Marc Webb's action-packed franchise reboot, Peter Parker (Andrew Garfield) finds a clue that might help him understand why his parents disappeared when he was young. His path puts him on a collision course with Dr. Curt Connors, his father's former partner. Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements will include: Deleted Scenes; Commentary with Marc Webb, Avi Arad and Matt Tolmach; The Oscorp Archives - Production Art Gallery; Stunt Rehearsals; the Blu-ray exclusive The Amazing Spider-Man Second Screen App; Developing the Amazing Spider-Man Videogame (HD); The Amazing Spider-Man Behind-the-Scenes Documentaries (HD); 16 Pre-Visualization Sequences (HD); and the Blu-ray 3D exclusive Image Progression Reels; and 3D 101 with Marc Webb. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is set at $35.99, the Blu-ray combo pack is $40.99, the Blu-ray 3D is $55.99, and the Limited Edition Blu-ray 3D w/Figurines is $95.99. You can find the latest specs for 'The Amazing Spider-Man' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under November 9.Posted Thu Sep 6, 2012 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
'Lola Versus' Detailed for Blu-ray[teaser]The indie rom-com arrives on Blu-ray next week. [/teaser] As previously reported, 20th Century Fox says 'Lola Versus' will hit Blu-ray on September 11. Greta Gerwig sparkles in this offbeat romantic comedy about looking for answers - and finding yourself - in a complicated world. When 29-year-old Lola (Gerwig) is dumped by her fiancé Luke (Joel Kinnaman) just three weeks before the wedding, she embarks on an emotional, year-long adventure of self-discovery filled with love, loss, hilarity and heartache. Guided (and often misguided) by the well-meaning advice of her close friends and eccentric parents, Lola's chaotic journey en route to the big 3-0 proves that a single tumultuous year can yield the lessons of a lifetime. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, and DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: Audio Commentary with Daryl Wein and Zoe Lister-Jones; Outtakes; and Theatrical Trailer. Blu-ray exclusives include: Deleted Scenes and Alternate Ending; World Premiere; The Filmmakers; Greta Gerwig: Leading Lady; and In Character with Greta Gerwig. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is still undetermined at this time. You can find the latest specs for 'Lola Versus' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under September 11.Posted Thu Sep 6, 2012 at 06:00 AM PDT by:
