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'Outrage: Way of the Yakuza' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]Acclaimed filmmaker Takeshi Kitano's hit gangster flick will have a Blu-ray bow next month! [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Magnolia says 'Outrage: Way of the Yakuza' is coming to Blu-ray on January 31. Called the “Scorsese of Japan when it comes to well crafted organized crime flicks” (Movie Buzzers), Kitano wrote, directed and stars in the action-packed gangster film, nominated for the Palme d’Or at the 2010 Cannes Film Festival. From the producers of 'Brother' and 'Fireworks,' “the truly iconic international crime film” (Twitch), 'Outrage: Way of the Yakuza' begins when a boss of the notorious Japanese crime syndicate, the “yakuza,” issues an order to his associates to keep a rival gang in line. The task falls on Otomo (Kitano), who soon instigates a play for power that creates an all-out gang war, illustrating the brutal fate that befalls anyone who dares to violate the structured ways of the yakuza. Specs have yet to be detailed, but supplements will include: Cast Interview: Making Outrage: Way of the Yakuza, Outrage: Way of the Yakuza ß Inside Out: Behind The Scenes Documentary, Cast Panel Interview, Premiere Q&A, Cannes “Red Carpet” Premiere With Takeshi Kitano, and U.S. Trailer & International Trailer. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Outrage: Way of the Yakuza' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under January 31.Posted Fri Dec 16, 2011 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
Internet Based VOD numbers are Dire, but Streaming on Game Systems on the Rise[teaser]On average, PS3 owners are using a over a third of system time on Blu-rays and streaming. [/teaser] Two studies came out recently with some very interesting information that seems conflicting at first glance. The first is that, according to the NPD, online VOD purchases are incredibly low. The second is that streaming on videogame consoles is on the rise. Internet based VOD numbers account for all devices capable of renting a movie online. According to the NPD report, only five percent of those that can rent VODs are doing so. " It’s understandable that smartphone owners might be hesitant to watch a full-length movie with limited screens and battery life," says NPD's Russ Crupnick, "but few of the other connected devices are showing strong uptake for Internet VOD, either." Game consoles, however, have been seeing increased usage as streaming and entertainment machines. Nilsen says that 15 percent of the time an Xbox user is on the system, they're watching streaming movies. The PS3 accounts for 15 percent as well, while Wii users devote 33 percent of their time to videos. An impressive 22 percent of time using the PS3 is spent watching DVDs or Blu-rays, which brings the total movie watching time to 37 percent. Source: Home Media MagazinePosted Thu Dec 15, 2011 at 04:00 PM PST by: -
'The Bodyguard' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]And I...will alwaaaaays love Bluuuuuu... in April.[/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Brothers has revealed 'The Bodyguard' for a Blu-ray release on April 10. 'The Bodyguard' stars Whitney Houston as a pop-music diva and Kevin Costner as the ultra-serious bodyguard assigned to protect her in the aftermath of several death threats. Initially repelled by each other like water and oil, a passion ignites between them as the danger increases, transforming them as everything around them explodes. The film was nominated for two Oscars, both for Best Original Song ("I Have Nothing" and "Run to You"). Specs and supplements have yet to be determined, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray will likely be $19.98. You can find the latest specs for 'The Bodyguard' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under April 10.Posted Thu Dec 15, 2011 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
'Don Juan DeMarco' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]Love is in the air on Blu-ray this April. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, it seems 'Don Juan DeMarco' is coming to Blu-ray on April 10. The drama is about a psychotherapist who examines a patient who believes he's the world's greatest lover stars Marlon Brando, Johnny Depp, and Faye Dunaway. Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray will likely be $19.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Don Juan DeMarco' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under April 10.Posted Thu Dec 15, 2011 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
'Scooby-Doo! Music of the Vampire' Blu-ray Announced[teaser]Another animated Scooby snack is in the works for home video this March. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Brothers has revealed 'Scooby-Doo! Music of the Vampire' featuring the voices of Frank Welker, Mindy Cohn, Grey Delisle, and Matthew Lillard will hit Blu-ray on March 13. When Daphne becomes the star of a vampire film, the production is thrown into chaos by a real vampire, forcing the Scooby-Doo gang to investigate who's behind this monstrous mayhem. Specs and supplements have yet to be determined, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray/DVD/Ultraviolet Digital Copy combo pack will be is $24.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Scooby-Doo! Music of the Vampire' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under March 13.Posted Thu Dec 15, 2011 at 08:00 AM PST by: -
'Johnny English' Poised for Blu-ray[teaser]The 2003 spy spoof starring Rowan Atkinson ('Mr. Bean') will suit up on Blu-ray in February. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Universal seems to be preparing 'Johnny English' for Blu-ray on February 28. He knows no fear. He knows no danger. He knows... nothing! When the priceless Crown Jewels are stolen, bumbling Johnny English (Rowan Atkinson) is the last remaining British spy and the only one who can solve the crime. His prime suspects: a sinister business man (John Malkovich) and a beautiful woman (Natalie Imbruglia) with a mysterious interest in Johnny's top-secret mission. Can the clueless super spy save the day without denting the nation's pride... or his Aston Martin? Specs and supplements have yet to be determined, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray will be is $19.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Johnny English' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under February 28.Posted Thu Dec 15, 2011 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
'A Streetcar Named Desire: 60th Anniversary Edition' Dated for Blu-ray[teaser]The timeless classic starring Marlon Brando and Vivien Leigh will be getting the Blu-ray red carpet treatment in April! [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner has revealed 'A Streetcar Named Desire: 60th Anniversary Edition' for Blu-ray on April 10. Elia Kazan's acclaimed film based on the Tennessee Williams' play was nominated for twelve Oscars and won four including Best Actress (Vivien Leigh), Best Supporting Actor (Karl Malden), Best Supporting Actress (Kim Hunter) and Best Black-and-White Art/Set Direction (Richard Day and George James Hopkins). Specs are yet to be detailed, but the release will be a Digibook and will include: Commentary with Karl Malden, film historian Rudy Behlmer, and Jeff Young; Elia Kazan movie trailer gallery; Movie and audio outtakes; Marlon Brando screen test; Elia Kazan: A Director's Journey documentary; and Five behind-the-scenes featurettes. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $34.99. You can find the latest specs for 'A Streetcar Named Desire: 60th Anniversary Edition' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under April 10.Posted Wed Dec 14, 2011 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
Save $5 on 'The Muppets: The Wocka Wocka Value Pack' Blu-ray at Amazon[teaser] It's time to play the music. It's time to dress up right. It's time to save $5 on 'The Muppets' value pack tonight! [/teaser] Amazon has a coupon offer to save $5 on the 'The Muppets: The Wocka Wocka Value Pack' due sometime in 2012. The Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy combo pack also includes a soundtrack. Click this link to access to the page where you clip the coupon (located just underneath the pricing) and apply during checkout. And don't forget with Amazon's price guarantee if the price should fall between the time the preorder is placed and the release date, orders will receive the lowest price as well as the coupon discount!Posted Wed Dec 14, 2011 at 10:27 AM PST by: -
'Justice League: Doom' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]Warner's next direct-to-video DCU animated movie is based on Mark Waid's 'Tower of Babel' story and will arrive on Blu-ray in late February. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Brothers is preparing 'Justice League: Doom' featuring the fan-favorite voices of Tim Daly, Kevin Conroy, Nathan Fillion, and Michael Rosenbaum for Blu-ray on February 28. When Vandal Savage discovers Batman's secret contingency plan to take down the Justice League if they ever went rogue, the villain forms the Legion of Doom and hunts down the heroes using their weaknesses against them. “'Justice League: Doom' has all the classic ingredients of a great super hero film – a cavalcade of dynamic villains, internal strife amongst our heroes, treacherous twists and turns, and a cast that brings together some of today’s popular primetime television actors with many of the fans’ favorite voices from the original series,” said Hersin Magante, Warner Home Video Marketing Director, Family & Animation. “I think fans will embrace Dwayne’s McDuffie’s final script, particularly as it has been nuanced by Bruce Timm and the Warner Bros. Animation team. Warner Home Video is proud to distribute Justice League: Doom as the next DC Universe Animated Original Movie.” Specs have yet to be finalized, but the Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy combo pack will feature a number of supplements including: Audio commentary with the creative team, Guarding the Balance: Batman and the JLA, Their Time Has Come: Cyborg and the DCU's New Diversity, A Legion of One: The Dwayne McDuffie Story, and 2 bonus animated TV episodes from Bruce Timm: - Justice League Unlimited. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $24.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Justice League: Doom' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 28.Posted Wed Dec 14, 2011 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
'Justified: The Complete Second Season' Blu-ray Detailed[teaser]Fire in the hole! Full details are in for the hit crime drama's second season hitting Blu-ray next month! [/teaser] As previously reported, Sony has revealed 'Justified: The Complete Second Season' starring Timothy Olyphant is headed for Blu-ray on January 3. In this season, U.S. Marshal Raylan Givens crosses paths with the Bennet clan, an organized crime family living in the hills of Kentucky led by Mags Bennett (Margo Martindale). The 3-disc set will include all 13 episodes in 1080p with a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements include: On the Set of Justified, Clans, Feuds, & Apple Pie, Outtakes, and a Blu-ray exclusive Talking Shop roundtable discussion featurette. Suggested list price for this set is $49.95. You can find the latest specs for 'Justified: The Complete Second Season' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under January 3.Posted Wed Dec 14, 2011 at 08:00 AM PST by:
