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'Apollo 18' Blu-ray Detailed[teaser]The sci-fi thriller coming to Blu-ray in December has now been fully detailed. [/teaser] As previously reported, Starz/Anchor Bay is working on 'Apollo 18' for Blu-ray on December 27. In the same vein as such blockbusters as 'The Blair Witch Project' and 'Paranormal Activity,' the film unearths alleged lost Department of Defense footage to construct a riveting story of the events that unfolded during this covert mission to the moon. Officially, Apollo 17, launched December 17th, 1972 was the last manned mission to the moon. But a year later, in December of 1973, two American astronauts were sent on a secret mission to the moon funded by the US Department of Defense. What you are about to see is the actual footage which the astronauts captured on that mission. While NASA denies its authenticity, others say it’s the real reason we’ve never gone back to the moon. The Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include an audio commentary with director Gonzalo López-Gallego and editor Patrick Lussier, deleted and alternate scenes, alternate endings, among other bonus features to be confirmed. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $39.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Apollo 18' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under December 27.Posted Tue Oct 25, 2011 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
'1911' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The epic war drama and Jackie Chan's 100th film is coming to Blu-ray early next year. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Well Go USA is prepping '1911' Blu-ray/DVD combo pack as well as a Collector's Edition Blu-ray for a release on January 10. From the walls of the Forbidden City to the battlefields of China, with no expense spared in production and no detail ignored in its quest for historical accuracy, making '1911' a true epic in every sense of the word. The film details a key moment in modern Chinese history—the fall of the Qing Dynasty—and the violent rebellion that brought it down. In addition to Chan (who also co-directed with cinematographer Zhang Li), the film also stars Li Bing Bing ('Triple Tap'), Winston Chao ('The Wedding Banquet,' 'Eat Drink Man Woman'), Joan Chen ('The Last Emperor,' 'Lust,' 'Caution') and Jaycee Chan ('Break-Up Club'). The extensive bonus features include deleted scenes, interviews with Jackie Chan and Li Bing Bing, a making-of featurette and behind-the-scenes footage. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray/DVD combo pack is $29.98 and the Collector's Edition Blu-ray is $32.98. You can find the latest specs for '1911' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under January 10.Posted Tue Oct 25, 2011 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
'Harry Potter' Home Video Releases Disappearing in December[teaser]Warner will stop shipping the products just after Christmas. [/teaser] The studio has just announced that all of the current DVD and Blu-ray titles available in the 'Harry Potter' franchise including 'Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2' and the 'Harry Potter: The Complete 8-Film Collection' will no longer be shipped to retailers as of December 29, 2011 in preparation for an uber-collection planned for the new year. "'Hard-core Potter fans will be pleased to know that 2011 is not the end of the Harry Potter film franchise on DVD and Blu-ray. Warner Home Video plans to release a comprehensive Harry Potter film collection, with even more extras and collectible premiums in 2012. More details about the collection will be available at a later date." Unfortunately this means there won't be much leeway time to wait for a price drop on the most recent releases. Source: Deadline.Posted Tue Oct 25, 2011 at 08:30 AM PDT by: -
Blu-ray Gets 'Happy, Happy'[teaser]The award-winning Norwegian comedy is coming to high-definition in January. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Magnolia says 'Happy, Happy' is coming to Blu-ray on January 24. The film directed by Anne Sewitsky won the Grand Jury Prize at the 2011 Sundance Film Festival and was nominated for three Amanda Awards in Norway including Best Score, Best Actress (Agnes Kittelsen), and Henrik Rafaelsen won for Best Actor. Family is the most important thing in the world to Kaja. She is an eternal optimist in spite of living with a man who would rather go hunting with the boys, and who refuses to have sex with her because she isn't particularly attractive anymore. Whatever. That's life. But when the perfect couple moves in next door, Kaja struggles to keep her emotions in check. Not only do these successful, beautiful, exciting people sing in a choir; they have also adopted a child - from Ethiopia. These new neighbors open a new world to Kaja, with consequences for everyone involved. And when Christmas comes around, it becomes evident that nothing will ever be like before - even if Kaja tries her very best. Specs and supplements have yet to be revealed, but suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Happy, Happy' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under January 24.Posted Tue Oct 25, 2011 at 08:00 AM PDT by: -
HDD Spotlight Bargain: 'Zombie' Blu-ray $18.99 at Amazon[teaser]Lucio Fulci's 1979 cult classic is now over fifty percent off at Amazon![/teaser] The online retailer is now selling 'Zombie' on Blu-ray for only $18.99 (53% off suggested retail price). In Italy, it was considered the ‘unofficial sequel’ to 'Dawn of the Dead.' In England, it was known as 'Zombie Flesh Eaters' and banned as obscene. In America, it was called 'Zombie' and advertised with the depraved tag line “WE ARE GOING TO EAT YOU!” Tisa Farrow ('The Grim Reaper'), Ian McCulloch ('Contamination'), Al Cliver ('Cannibals'), and Richard Johnson ('The Haunting') star in this worldwide splatter sensation directed by ‘Maestro Of Gore’ Lucio Fulci ('City of the Living Dead,' 'The House by the Cemetery') that remains one of the most eye-skewering, skin-ripping, gore-gushingly graphic horror hits of all time! Click here if you want a great deal on this 2-disc set!Posted Tue Oct 25, 2011 at 06:50 AM PDT by: -
'Don't Be Afraid of the Dark' Announced and Detailed for Blu-ray[teaser]The remake of the 1973 made-for-TV horror film produced and co-written by Guillermo Del Toro will hit Blu-ray in January. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Sony is working on 'Don't Be Afraid of the Dark' for Blu-ray release on January 3. Starring Bailee Madison, Guy Pearce, and Katie Holmes, the movie takes place in Rhode Island and is about a young girl sent to live with her father and his new girlfriend only to discover evil creatures dwelling inside the gothic home. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include The Story, Blackwood's Mansion, and The Creatures featurettes. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $35.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Don't Be Afraid of the Dark' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under January 3.Posted Tue Oct 25, 2011 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
Beyond the Blu: October 2011by Dick Ward [teaser]Because Halloween is almost here, this month's installment of "Beyond the Blu" focuses on the stuff you need to put the finishing touches on your costume or just give you a last minute idea of what to get. It's also been edited down to be extra spooky, coming in at exactly six hundred and sixty six words long. Pretty spooky, eh?[/teaser] Batman: Year One Costume accessories that you'll only wear once are kind of a bummer, so try playing a more conservative Batman this year and pick up a utility belt that has uses outside of simply playing dress-up. And hey, let's face it - as iconic as the yellow utility belt is, it doesn't make a lick of sense for a character who bases his fighting style on stealth. The Goonies There are very few adult costume possibilities that leap to mind when thinking of 'The Goonies.' Pretty much anyone over the age of 20 is either vile or unmemorable but there's one exception to the rule - Sloth. The mask is a given, but if you really want to go full on Sloth you're going to need his trademark Superman shirt and those classic red suspenders. And if you're staying home and giving out candy in that outfit, you'd better be giving every single kid that comes to the door a Baby Ruth. Pulp Fiction Costuming is all about the little details - the stuff that separates the good from the great. So if you're going as Jules Winnfield you need to know Ezekiel 25:17, you need to be able to inform people that Marcellus Wallace does not in fact look like a bitch and you damn sure better have a wallet that says "Bad Mother F*cker." Jurassic Park Ultimate Trilogy Sure, you can dress as Malcolm or Alan Grant, but those are barely costumes. Gennaro is a wimp and Robert Muldoon's shorts are just a bit too short. You want yourself a good costume? Go as Dennis Nedry. Kids come to the door and don't greet you with the customary "Trick or Treat" and bam - "Uh uh uh, you didn't say the magic word!" Then when they finally do, you pull the candy out of a fake Barbasol can. Bonus points if the candy is cryogenically frozen. Don't take it too far and start giving out dinosaur embryos though. They make cute pets when they're young, but they grow up fast. Captain America: The First Avenger I love Captain America. He's one of my favorite superheroes and constantly battles with a few others for the top spot. He's just not that exciting to dress as. You're not going to look right in the outfit and your shield just won't be cool enough. On the subject of S.H.I.E.L.D. though, you could go as an absolutely badass Nick Fury in the officially licensed coat from Marvel. That's assuming you have the nuts to go as a Samuel L. Jackson character. If not, there's always the Hasselhoff version. Naruto Shippuden 2: Bonds There isn't a lot of anime that I've allowed myself to get sucked into recently. Not because I don't like it, just because a series that runs a few hundred episodes with half of those being filler takes up a lot of time. 'Naruto' completely captured me though. Kids and adults will both be going out as Naruto and Sasuke and Sakura and the usual assortment, but I would absolutely love to see some more Kakashis out there. Get yourselfthe vest and a black half-mask and you're most of the way there. The Last Circus Have I seen 'The Last Circus?' No I have not. But I've seen the trailer and it blew my mind with its complete awesomeness, thanks especially to the clown near the end that looks like some sort of deformed version of the Pope wielding sub machine guns. Pope hat, check. Scary clown mask, check. Bandoliers, check. The Uzis and the apparent blood thirst are up to you.Posted Mon Oct 24, 2011 at 12:45 PM PDT by: -
HDD Deal of the Week: 'The Walking Dead: The Complete First Season' Blu-ray $20.49 at Amazon[teaser]Amazon has another weeklong deal, this time for the first release of the hit AMC zombie series on Blu-ray! [/teaser] The online retailer has just lowered the price of 'The Walking Dead: The Complete First Season' starring Andrew Lincoln, Jon Bernthal, Laurie Holden, Sarah Wayne Callies, and Emma Bell to $20.49 (59% off suggested price). AMC's hit "The Walking Dead," which broke ratings records in its first season reaching more Adults 18-49 than any other drama series in the history of basic cable television,* returns for its second season this Fall. The series is based on the comic book series written by Robert Kirkman and tells the story of the months and years that follow after a zombie apocalypse. It follows a group of survivors, led by police officer Rick Grimes, played by Andrew Lincoln ("Teachers," 'Love Actually'), who travel in search of a safe and secure home. Shot on location in Atlanta, the series also stars Jon Bernthal ("The Pacific," 'The Ghost Writer') as Shane Walsh, Sarah Wayne Callies ("Prison Break") as Lori Grimes, Laurie Holden ("The Shield," Stephen King's 'The Mist') as Andrea, Jeffrey DeMunn (Stephen King's The Mist, 'The Green Mile') as Dale, Norman Reedus (“The Conspirator”) as Daryl, Steven Yeun ("The Big Bang Theory") as Glen, Emma Bell ('The Bedford Diaries') as Amy and Chandler Riggs ('Get Low') as Carl Grimes. Season two of "The Walking Dead" is executive produced by three-time Academy™ Award nominee Frank Darabont, Gale Anne Hurd, Kirkman, David Alpert, and Glen Mazzara and AMC Studios. Don't miss this chance to own all six episodes of the acclaimed first season on Blu-ray! This offer is in effect from now through October 29.Posted Mon Oct 24, 2011 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
Save $5 on 'Winnie the Pooh' on Blu-ray[teaser]The lovable Pooh is back this week and you can save $5 on the Blu-ray combo pack! [/teaser] Right on schedule, Disney has released another coupon offer this time to save $5 on 'Winnie the Pooh' Blu-ray available this week! Inspired by the beloved stories from A.A. Milne’s books and crafted in Disney’s classic style, 'Winnie the Pooh,' is the most critically-acclaimed animated film of 2011 (Rotten Tomatoes). It is narrated by the voice of John Cleese and features the vocal talents of legendary voice actor Jim Cummings (over 350 voices including 'Gnomeo & Juliet') and a host of other distinctive actors including Craig Ferguson (TV’s ‘The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson’), Tom Kenny (TV’s ‘SpongeBob SquarePants’), Bud Luckey ('Toy Story 3') and musical performances by Zooey Deschanel (indie folk band “She & Him”). The all-new 'Winnie the Pooh' brings back to life the timeless charm, wit and whimsy of the original featurettes and characters. Sure to become a family favorite for every household, it is directed by Stephen Anderson ('Meet The Robinsons') and Don Hall ('The Princess and The Frog') and Executive Produced by John Lasseter. Simply visit this page to print out your coupon from the Disney Movie Rewards website. This coupon is valid in the United States and Canada only and the offer expires November 1.Posted Mon Oct 24, 2011 at 10:25 AM PDT by: -
Lowe Launches the 3D Blu-Ray Home Cinema Set Speaker System[teaser]Lowe's new system is all about quality and style. [/teaser] The new Home Cinema Set from Lowe is designed as an all-in-one player for your living room. It handles audio from iPods and iPhones, plays back CDs and handles DVD, Blu-ray and Blu-ray 3D. The system also boasts Gracenote, which identifies the music your playing and displays the artist name and song title. You can even use it to identify music playing in a movie, which is a pretty nice touch. The MediaVision 3D is the main component of the system and it's incredibly stylish. The default look is either Aluminum Silver or Black, but there's a lot of customization possible. You can change the top-mounted inlay to one of 250 different colors and designs to suit your style. Satellite speakers and a subwoofer are included with the system, both of which are finished in Aluminum Silver and Black. If you're feeling really attached to the inlay on your MediaVision 3D you can change the tops of the speakers to match - might be a nice way to help your sub to blend in. Source: eCousticsPosted Mon Oct 24, 2011 at 09:00 AM PDT by:
