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'Carnage' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]The latest film from Roman Polanski is slated for Blu-ray release in March. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Sony has slated 'Carnage' for Blu-ray on March 20. Two pairs of parents hold a cordial meeting after their sons are involved in a fight, though as their time together progresses, increasingly childish behavior throws the evening into chaos. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.0 soundtrack, and supplements include: Actors' Notes, An Evening with John C. Reilly and Christoph Waltz, and On the Red Carpet. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $35.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Carnage' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under March 20.Posted Tue Feb 7, 2012 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
New Sony President and CEO Kaz Hirai Says Sony Could be in "Serious Trouble"[teaser]He'll be putting plans in place to turn the company around, but he definitely understands what the short-term future will look like. [/teaser] Last week, Sony announced a new president and CEO - Kaz Hirai. Though he says that the company could be in "serious trouble," Hirai has big plans to turn Sony around. For starters, he'll be strengthening the company's core businesses - digital imaging and gaming. Next up comes the challenge of turning around the TV business. He'll be considering collaborations with other companies and pushing Crystal LED and OLED technologies forward. Gamers will certainly be familiar with the former SCEA/SCEI president from, among other things, his E3 reveal of the PlayStation 3 which turned phrases like "five hundred and ninety-nine US dollars," "giant enemy crab," and "Ridge Racer!" into internet sensations. Though the PS3's initial launch was a disaster, Kaz quickly turned things around and made the PlayStation 3 into a relevant console that competes head-to-head with the Xbox for sales. Here's hoping he can do that with the rest of Sony. Source: The VergePosted Tue Feb 7, 2012 at 11:00 AM PST by: -
'Headspace' Headed to Blu-ray[teaser]The 2005 psychological thriller has been announced for Blu-ray in April. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Mvd Visual will bring the director's cut of 'Headspace' to Blu-ray on April 24. When Alex (Christopher Denham, 'Shutter Island') encounters a mysterious stranger, he begins to get smarter each day. It''s not long before he realizes that his new intellect comes with deadly side effects. Headaches and visions plague him at every step. Soon, savage unexplainable murders are linked to him. Now, it''s a race against time as Alex discovers that the source of this evil may not be human and the key to this mystery may be in his own past. His journey in this psychological horror is aided by: Olivia Hussey ('Stephen King''s IT'), Dee Wallace Stone ('Cujo'), Udo Kier ('Blade'), Sean Young ('Blade Runner'), William Atherton ('Ghostbusters'), Mark Margolis ('Black Swan'), Paul Sparks (HBO''s 'Boardwalk Empire'), and Pollyanna McIntosh ('The Woman'). Specs and supplements have yet to be announced, and suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $19.95. You can find the latest specs for 'Headspace' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under April 24.Posted Tue Feb 7, 2012 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
'The Order' Dated for Blu-ray[teaser] The 2001 thriller starring Jean-Claude Van Damme and Charlton Heston is on order for Blu-ray in May. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Image Entertainment has revealed 'The Order' for Blu-ray on May 15. Action superstar Jean-Claude Van Damme ('Nowhere to Run,' 'Universal Soldier') is back in 'The Order,' a fast-paced, high-octane thriller set in the Middle East. From the director of 'Double Impact' and featuring screen legend Charlton Heston ('Planet of the Apes,' 'Any Given Sunday'), Ben Cross ('First Knight,' 'Chariots of Fire'), and sexy newcomer Sofia Milos, 'The Order' is an exciting adventure packed with extreme fight choreography, exotic locations, and non-stop action. 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 'The Order' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under May 15.Posted Tue Feb 7, 2012 at 08:00 AM PST by: -
Verizon and Redbox Join up for Netflix-Like Disc and Streaming Service[teaser]Redbox is finally entering the streaming game, but just what the service will offer is a mystery. [/teaser] It's about time we see the formation of a streaming service that can legitimately go head-to-head with Netflix. Verizon and Redbox have joined forces to create their own service that provides both streaming video and physical media. The Netflix model is far from perfect, especially when it comes to the disc-by-mail portion of it. Shipping out individual discs is expensive, but it looks like Redbox will be solving that by letting subscribers pluck DVDs and Blu-rays out of kiosks. The pricing layout is a big question mark at this point as the joint venture promises "subscription services and more" in "an easy-to-use, flexible and affordable service that will allow all consumers across the U.S. to enjoy the new and popular entertainment they want." The launch of this new venture is expected in the latter half of 2012. Expect to see some changes at Netflix in anticipation of the competition. Source: EngadgetPosted Tue Feb 7, 2012 at 07:00 AM PST by: -
'Recoil' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]Stone Cold Steve Austin takes on Danny Trejo on Blu-ray next month! [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Vivendi is about to release 'Recoil' on Blu-ray on March 6. The age-old battle of good versus evil plays out in the town of Hop, Washington, when mysterious stranger Ryan Varrett (Austin) blows in with nothing on his mind but vengeance. Shortly after his arrival, the town suddenly erupts in a fury of action that entangles a ruthless crime lord named Drayke (Danny Trejo), a murderous biker gang, corrupt local police, and at the center of it all, Varrett himself, who is dead-set on exacting justice according to his own code. The tension steadily mounts to an explosive climax as Varrett and Drayke face off in a fight to the death. Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements include a behind-the-scenes featurette, interviews with the cast, and deleted scenes. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.95. You can find the latest specs for 'Recoil' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under March 6.Posted Tue Feb 7, 2012 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
'Poirot: Series 4' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The next wave of mysteries featuring Agatha Christie's Belgian super sleuth will hit Blu-ray in April. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Acorn Media has just revealed 'Poirot: Series 4' for Blu-ray on April 24. The release will be a 2-disc set and will have a Dolby Digital 2.0 soundtrack, but supplements haven't been detailed yet. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray set is $49.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Poirot: Series 4' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under April 24.Posted Mon Feb 6, 2012 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
HDD Spotlight Bargain: 'Back to the Future Trilogy' Blu-ray $19.99 at Amazon![teaser]UPDATE: This deal has expired. [/teaser] Amazon has reduced the price of 'Back to the Future Trilogy' featuring Michael J. Fox and Christopher Lloyd to $19.99 (75% off suggested list price). This great price will be hard to beat, so hop onto your hoverboard and order your copy here!Posted Mon Feb 6, 2012 at 11:38 AM PST by: -
Save Up to $8 on 'Lady and the Tramp' Blu-ray[teaser]Save $5 to $8 on the beautifully restored Disney classic on Blu-ray! [/teaser] Disney Movie Rewards has a coupon offer to save $5 on the 'Lady and the Tramp: Diamond Edition' or $8 on the 3-Disc Combo Pack out this week and once again the offer requires the UPC code from the DVD to receive the offer... pssst.. (8693628405). Click this link to access to the page where you can enter the magic code and print out your coupon valid at participating retail stores. Thanks to forum user TripleHBK for providing the code!Posted Mon Feb 6, 2012 at 11:30 AM PST by: -
Fox Screening Every 'Simpsons' Episode Available for World Record Attempt[teaser]Entrants will have to beat last year's record of 86 hours, 6 minutes and 41 seconds. [/teaser] It feels like 'The Simpsons' have been on forever. The show is sort of a 'Saturday Night Live' for a new generation. We remember when it was amazing and revolutionary and a lot of us jump on and off the bandwagon depending on whether the show's any good or not. The folks over at Fox are celebrating the 500th episode of the show by hosting a marathon at the Hollywood and Highland complex in Los Angeles. Contestants will sit and watch 'The Simpsons' until they can't take any more, or fall asleep, which seems more likely. The current record of over 86 hours was earned in 2010 at a Fox sponsored '24' marathon. To break that, contestants will have to watch the show until an episode or two into the 11th season. So just to the point where it started to get stale, or should we say Krusty? Nice timing. Source: Home Media MagazinePosted Mon Feb 6, 2012 at 11:00 AM PST by:
