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Oppo Reveals the BDP-95 Audiophile Blu-ray Player[teaser]It's set for a February release, but the price is still a mystery. [/teaser] Now that the BDP-93 is out the door, Oppo has announced their newest creation - The BDP-95. It's an impressive player with the kind of features you'd expect from a product aimed directly towards audiophiles. It boasts the Sabre32 Reference Audio DAC - the best in the world according to Oppo - for the highest possible range and lowest distortion. The BDP-95 has a toroidal power supply, XLR stereo outs, 7.1 channel analog outs, a new chassis and other upgrades to the BDP-93. There's no word on pricing yet, but we're guessing it's going to be high. When a company stamps the word "audiophile" on a product it means you're getting the best sound you can get, but it also means you're going to be paying well for it. You can register on Oppo's site now to receive notification when the BDP-95 is available for purchase. Oppo says you can expect it in February of next year. Source: OppoPosted Wed Dec 22, 2010 at 09:00 AM PST by: -
'Firebreather' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]Cartoon Network's first original CGI movie will ignite high-definition this March! [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Brothers says 'Firebreather' will hit Blu-ray on March 29. The film is based on a comic book series where humans co-exist with dragons and is directed by Peter Chung ('Aeon Flux'). Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements will include: 2D animation test, Deleted scene, Animatics, and Visual development. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $28.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Firebreather' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under March 29.Posted Wed Dec 22, 2010 at 08:00 AM PST by: -
'A Marine Story' Blu-ray Announced and Detailed[teaser]The critically-acclaimed lesbian drama will enlist on Blu-ray this March. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Wolfe Video has revealed 'A Marine Story' will hit the high-definition format on March 15. Ned Farr's latest feature drama 'A Marine Story' premiered in June 2010 and won both the Audience and Grand Jury award at Outfest. Farr's previous feature film 'The Gymnast' has won 28 awards to date including 16 for best picture. “Weber anchors the movie with a gritty, honest performance that has the same to-the-bone quality as Melissa Leo’s in ‘Frozen River.’ There’s not a false note or inflection.” – Stephen Holden, New York Times “Dreya Weber is compelling and utterly convincing ... The film is powerful.” – Kevin Thomas, Los Angeles Times “A strong, character-driven riposte to Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell ... Weber is first-rate.” – Dennis Harvey, Variety “This film does not go where you might think it will go because it's so credibly written, acted and directed. Don't ask, don't tell? How about: Don't miss this film.” – San Francisco Chronicle “What is revelatory is the mature intelligence of Farr's screenplay, and the fascinating, subtle beauty of Weber's portrayal of a woman who's been holding herself within for so long that she can barely breathe.” – LA Weekly “A superb movie ... first-rate acting by Weber.” – HollywoodNews.com “An engaging, relevant story, with truly interesting, sympathetic characters ... wonderfully brought to life by Dreya Weber. ” – AfterEllen.com “A Marine Story is smart and good-looking and treats the subject with rare urgency and heart.” – Philadelphia City Paper “One surefire highlight this year is ‘A Marine Story.’ This excellent character study is consistently smart and engrossing, and Dreya Weber is outstanding in the title role.” - Philadelphia Gay News “There are few films as timely as ‘A Marine Story’ ... Paris Pickard is truly captivating here and evolves nicely with the story.” - Frontiers “‘A Marine Story’ is a strong drama... an endearing and enjoyable film with something to say about being gay today in the USA. Recommended!” – LN (Lesbian News) “Fascinating and gripping.” – SheWired.com “A well done, thought-provoking intimate portrait of a modern woman in the military.” – WeAreMovieGeeks.com “Weber is effective and convincing ... phenomenal performances throughout.” – Cherry Grrl.com The Blu-ray will include 1080p video, a Dolby digital 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include a commentary, deleted scenes, slideshow, trailer, and PSAs. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.95. You can find the latest specs for 'A Marine Story' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under March 15.Posted Wed Dec 22, 2010 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
'Paranormal Activity 2' Blu-ray Announced and Detailed[teaser]The follow-up to the sleeper horror hit will haunt Blu-ray in February. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Paramount Home Entertainment has revealed 'Paranormal Activity 2' will be scaring up the high-definition format on February 8. The chillingly realistic prequel to 2009’s horror phenomenon chronicles the frightening days leading up to the events of the original film, marking the return of Katie, Micah and the terrifying and malevolent presence that’s torturing them. When Katie’s sister Kristi and her husband find their house vandalized after bringing home their new baby, they set up 24-hour surveillance cameras. What unfolds on the footage is far more sinister and shocking than anything they could have imagined. The release will be a Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy combo pack and will include the theatrical and extended unrated versions with 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include Found Footage and a trailer. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Paranormal Activity 2' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where they are indexed under February 8.Posted Tue Dec 21, 2010 at 12:00 PM PST by: -
'Life as We Know It' Announced and Detailed for Blu-ray[teaser]The dramedy starring Josh Duhamel and Katherine Heigl is planned for Blu-ray this February. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Warner Brothers has revealed the comedy 'Life as We Know It' will hit Blu-ray on February 8. The release will be a Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy combo pack with 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include additional scenes and a few Blu-ray exclusives including: A Survival Guide to Instant Parenting: cast members offer outrageously funny child-rearing advice that would make the PTA cringe; Kathering Heigl: Becoming the Best Mom Ever: see all the touching, funny and challenging moments Katherine faced in becoming an overnight mom; and Josh Duhamel: the Triplet Tamer: Josh gets sentimental and brims with charm as he wins the admiration of this three "little" leading ladies. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is still undetermined at this time. You can find the latest specs for 'Life as We Know It' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under February 8.Posted Tue Dec 21, 2010 at 11:00 AM PST by: -
'48 Hrs' Blu-ray Dated and Detailed[teaser]The previously canceled catalog title is back on track for February. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Paramount has just revealed '48 Hrs' will hit high-definition on February 22. The 1982 action comedy starring Nick Nolte and Eddie Murphy was originally slated for a September 15 2009 release, but was mysteriously removed from the release schedule without any reason given. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a Dolby TrueHD 5.1 soundtrack, and the only supplement appears to be the theatrical trailer. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $29.99. You can find the latest specs for '48 Hrs' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under February 22.Posted Tue Dec 21, 2010 at 10:00 AM PST by: -
'Babe' & 'Peter Pan (2003)' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]A pair of catalog family films will find their way to high-definition in April! [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Universal has slated 'Babe' for Blu-ray on April 5. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and supplements will include: Feature Commentary wtih Writer/Producer George Miller, The Making of Babe, George Miller On Babe, and pocketBlu. On the same date, the studio will also release 'Peter Pan (2003)' starring Jason Isaacs, Lynn Redgrave and Olivia Williams. The classic family adventure directed by P.J. Hogan will include 1080p video, a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack, and the only supplement appears to be pocket blu. Suggested list price for each Blu-ray is $26.98. You can find the latest specs for 'Babe' & 'Peter Pan (2003)' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where they are indexed under April 5.Posted Tue Dec 21, 2010 at 08:00 AM PST by: -
'The Cable Guy' Announced for Blu-ray[teaser]The 1996 dark comedy will annoy the hell out of Blu-ray this March. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Sony says 'The Cable Guy' starring Jim Carrey and Matthew Broderick is coming to Blu-ray on March 1. The film was directed by Ben Stiller and made over $60 million theatrically. Specs have yet to be revealed, but supplements will include: Gag Reel; HBO First Look; Comedy Central Canned Ham Presents: The Cable Guy; Basketball; Medieval Times; Breakfast; Ending Mud Fight; Karaoke Alt. - Bust A Move; Nightmare Camera Test; Leslie Mann Audition; and Music video: Jerry Cantrell, "Leave Me Alone". Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $24.95. You can find the latest specs for 'The Cable Guy' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under March 1.Posted Tue Dec 21, 2010 at 06:00 AM PST by: -
High-Def Digest-Digest - December 20, 2010[teaser]A lot has been happening in the last two weeks. Blu-rays have been announced and canceled, new products have hit the market, and companies have announced their plans for CES. If you've been too busy to browse through it all, don't worry. That's why the High-def Digest-Digest is here.[/teaser] Blu-ray News 'Bambi (Two-Disc Diamond Edition)' Blu-ray Fully Detailed A Disney film hitting Blu-ray is always reason to celebrate, and 'Bambi,' which comes out on the first of March, is no exception. The set will include behind-the-scenes features, a never before heard song and, of course, one of the most beloved movies of all time. 'The Social Network' Blu-ray Dated and Detailed It's an almost certain Oscar winner starring Jesse Eisenberg, Andrew Garfield and a suprisingly good Justin Timberlake and it's coming to Blu-ray on January 11th, just in time to spend all the gift certificates you'll be getting for Christmas. 'Waiting for Superman' Announced for Blu-ray David Guggenheim, director of 'An Inconvenient Truth,' tackles a different subject in this critically lauded documentary about our public school systems. It's hitting Blu-ray on February 22nd. 'The Walking Dead: Season One' Dated for Blu-ray If you've been enjoying AMC's new show 'The Walking Dead,' you're not alone. You'll have to compete with a horde of others to pick this Blu-ray up when it comes out on March 8th. 'Thelma & Louise: 20th Anniversary Edition' Dated for Blu-ray Ridley Scott directed this legendary crime drama, which celebrates its 20th anniversary next year. Susan Sarandon stars with Geena Davis. It's also one of the earliest movie appearances by Brad Pit. You can pick up the Blu-ray on February 8th. 'Heavy Metal' Blu-ray Postponed Indefinitely If you've been waiting to pick up the animated cult classic, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary next year, you're going to have to keep waiting. 'Heavy Metal' has been postponed on Blu-ray until further notice. 'Avatar' 3D Blu-ray May Be Panasonic Exclusive Until 2012 If you're a fan of 'Avatar' and you're a fan of 3D you may be waiting for a while (Or you can buy it NOW!). The 3D Blu-ray is rumored to be a Panasonic exclusive until February of 2012. That's another year and a half from now. Other News Sony, IMAX and Discovery Announce New 3D Programming Been waiting for that 3D content to arrive? Sony, Discover and IMAX are bringing it to you in the form of a new channel that includes bull riding, behind-the-scenes manufacturing videos and extreme sports. FLO TV Customers Get a Full Refund FLO TV seemed like a good idea - it really did. Sadly, it was not to be and the service shut down. Lucky for customers of the service, the company is offering a full refund on your purchases. Blockbuster Changes In-Store Pricing – Adds New Movies to Kiosks Though the company is returning to the confusing tiered pricing in stores including separate categories for "Just Arrived" and "New Releases," they're adding plenty of new Blu-rays and DVDs to their kiosks. Westinghouse Debuting Personal 3D Viewer at CES Personal media viewers are a bit of a niche market, but with the addition of 3D they become very interesting indeed. Gear Review: Logitech Harmony One & PS3 Adapter Michael S. Palmer gives a rave review of the Harmony One and PS3 adapter, saying "I'm a pretty big fan and will easily recommend this unit to anyone in this price and set up range." The Bonus View 'Tron Legacy' Dazzles, Disappoints Turns out the new 'Tron' movie isn't great, as Drew Taylor points out in his review, stating that not only is the movie not great, but "it’s the weirdest $300 million video art installation you’ll see all year." This Bites. Another Great Show Gets Canceled 'Terriers' was a tremendously good show that's not going to make it to a second season due to incredibly low viewership - Josh Zyber isn't happy 'Epic Mickey' is an Epic Disappointment The game had such a great amount of potential, but 'Epic Mickey' is just another awful game for a system that's got far too many of them. Why 'Let Me In' Should be Nominated for Best Picture Movie reviewer Drew Taylor hails 'Let Me In,' praising it for excellent movie making in a genre that's sorely lacking it.Posted Mon Dec 20, 2010 at 12:35 PM PST by: -
Join the fun with HDD's 31 Days of Blu-ray on Facebook! We're giving away TONS of Blu-rays.[teaser]That's right, we're doing it again! We're once again giving tons of Blu-rays away to our awesome Facebook fans! Make sure you check out High-Def Digest's Facebook page and enter to win some Blu-rays![/teaser] Once you've clicked "like," check the "31 Days" tab for details on each day's title and entry guidelines. If you haven't been checking out our Facebook page, you're missing out on half the fun! Now is the perfect time to join the conversation and get some free movies for your Blu-ray collections in the process. Plus, joining the page is the perfect way to make sure you and your friends are always up to date on the latest and greatest Blu-ray and high-def news and reviews online. If you haven't joined the fun yet, check out our Facebook page here, and enter to win some Blu-rays! Hope to see you there soon!Posted Mon Dec 20, 2010 at 12:20 PM PST by:
