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April 6th, 2015 by Brandon Peters
As anticipation builds for the December release of Star Wars: The Force Awakens, the first new film in the Star Wars Saga in a decade, The Walt Disney Studios, Lucasfilm Ltd., and 20th Century Fox today announced the upcoming release of The Star Wars Digital Movie Collection. For the first time ever, all six epic films in the Saga, from The Phantom Menace to Return of the Jedi, will be available on Digital HD throughout the galaxy – or at least here on Earth – globally beginning Friday, April 10.
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April 6th, 2015 by Brandon Peters
Jupiter Ascending is likely the most polarizing film of 2015’s first quarter. Nobody went to see it and a lot of those that did, didn’t really care for it. Personally, as a fan of the Wachowskis, it was one I was anticipating regardless of whether or not it was delayed. Was it a good or great film? No, not really and its admittedly a bit of a mess. There was plenty to behold in it and appreciate, and it does entertain (I particular dug Drew McWeeny’s review of it over at HitFix). For me, I’d rather take the ambitious/noble failure and film that just goes for it over something mediocre, safe or average any day of the week. I’ll remember and take with me things both good and bad from Jupiter Ascending while forgetting films of the other ilk. Jordan Grout had the best defense of this science fiction extravaganza when it came out stating “How can this movie be the worst? It has freaking dinosaurs flying spaceships!” Its coming to Blu-ray where I’m sure more will peak their curiosity and it will either continue to be hated or find itself the beginning of cult status. We’ll see. For now, check out the release announcement and details by scrolling down below. Continue reading ‘JUPITER ASCENDING Ascends To Blu-ray June 2nd!’
April 5th, 2015 by Aaron Neuwirth
WonderCon gave the spotlight to Blumhouse Productions on Saturday. While audiences were treated to some info about the upcoming Unfriended, along with a look at The Gallows, the production company known for their horror films released a new clip for this summer’s Insidious: Chapter 3 along with the premiere of a tease of a teaser for Sinister 2. Check out both in this post.
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April 1st, 2015 by Blu-ray Brian
Attention Blu-ray fans! In the event you haven’t come out of your basement in a few weeks, I just wanted to give you a friendly heads up that the Las Vegas action thriller Wild Card came out on Blu-ray this past Tuesday (see our full review here). In this video clip we have embedded below Wild Card director Simon West and associate producer Samantha Brooks discuss Michael Angarano’s character, Cyrus Kinnik, the intelligent, yet naive 23-year old millionaire. The two talk about the vulnerability Angarano brought to the character, while revealing it was him who led Nick Wild (Jason Statham) to confront the demons trapping him in Sin City. We also have some really cool Wild Card giveaways down below too! Read on! Continue reading ‘Jason Statham’s WILD CARD Exclusive Clip & Giveaway!’
April 1st, 2015 by Blu-ray Brian
The sins of the past will become your present… That’s the tagline for STX Entertainment’s chilling psychological thriller The Gift (not the Cate Blanchett or Katie Holmes one) starring Jason Bateman, Rebecca Hall and Joel Edgerton – also making his feature directorial debut. In a first-of-its kind execution the world premiere trailer was just launched live with Joel Edgerton and producer Jason Blum via Periscope. Now available on YouTube…ladies and gentlemen please click play on the embedded video link below to view the world premiere trailer of The Gift. Enjoy! Continue reading ‘THE GIFT World Premiere Trailer’
April 1st, 2015 by Brandon Peters
Tune in to the newly-launched SHOUT! FACTORY TV, a premiere digital entertainment streaming service that brings timeless and contemporary cult favorites to pop culture fans. With a uniquely curated entertainment library, the channel offers an unrivaled blend of cult TV shows, movies, comedy, original specials and more – presenting an exciting entertainment alternative to other streaming services. Discover, experience and binge-watch over 1,000 hours of culture-defining entertainment for free on SHOUT! FACTORY TV by visiting ShoutFactoryTV.com on your desktop or through a mobile browser. Download the SHOUT! FACTORY TV app on Roku to watch through your television set. Continue reading ‘Check out SHOUT TV’s April Lineup!’
March 31st, 2015 by Gerard Iribe
A compelling look at the life of New York real estate scion Robert Durst and the string of deaths that follow in his footsteps, the six-part HBO® documentary series The Jinx: The Life and Deaths of Robert Durst, directed, produced, and written by Academy Award® nominee Andrew Jarecki (Capturing the Friedmans), debuts today on Digital HD, giving true crime fans a chance to own the captivating series a few short weeks after its chilling conclusion on HBO. The digital release will be followed this summer with a Blu-ray (also includes Digital HD copy) and DVD release on July 7, 2015. Heralded as “…gut-wrenching, remarkable television” by The New York Times, The Jinx: The Life and Deaths of Robert Durst on Blu-ray includes brand new bonus content, including the new feature “8 Years in the Making,” which details the lengthy, meticulous, creative process involved in unfolding this murder mystery. Continue reading ‘‘The Jinx: The Life and Deaths of Robert Durst’ on Blu-ray & DVD July 7′
March 31st, 2015 by Gerard Iribe
HISTORY®’s latest blockbuster miniseries Sons of Liberty is headed to Blu-ray™ (plus Digital HD) and DVD (plus Digital) May 26th from Lionsgate Home Entertainment. An action-packed, five-hour, scripted miniseries in the tradition of “The Vikings” and “Hatfields & McCoys,” and scripted by the writer of HBO’s “John Adams,” Sons of Liberty features an incredible ensemble cast, including Dean Norris (TV’s “Breaking Bad,” TV’s “Under the Dome”), Ben Barnes (The Chronicles of Narnia), Ryan Eggold (TV’s “The Blacklist”), Michael Raymond-James (TV’s “Once Upon a Time”), Rafe Spall (Prometheus), Henry Thomas (Gangs of New York), Marton Csokas (The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King), Jason O’Mara (TV’s “Terra Nova”) and Emily Berrington (TV’s “24: Live Another Day”), who come together to tell the dramatic interpretation of events that sparked a revolution.
Continue reading ‘‘Sons of Liberty’ on Blu-ray & DVD May 26′
March 31st, 2015 by Gerard Iribe
George (Cooper) and Serena Pemberton (Lawrence) are love-struck newlyweds building a timber empire. Serena soon proves herself to be equal to any man: overseeing loggers, hunting rattlesnakes, even saving a man’s life in the wilderness. With power and influence now in their hands, the Pembertons refuse to let anyone stand in the way of their inflated love and ambitions. However, once Serena discovers George’s hidden past and faces an unchangeable fate of her own, the Pemberton’s passionate marriage begins to unravel leading toward a dramatic reckoning.
Continue reading ‘‘Serena’ on Blu-ray & DVD June 9′
March 31st, 2015 by Blu-ray Brian
For the past five years, fans have followed the amazing tale of survival that is The Walking Dead. With the end of every season, comes the knowledge that– for the moment– we must part with the characters we have come to embrace. While it won’t be too long before their story resumes, Anchor Bay Entertainment proudly continues the tradition of offering fans one more chance to revisit the exciting season that was… The Walking Dead: The Complete Fifth Season will be released on Blu-ray + Digital HD and DVD on August 25th. Just like the award winning previous home entertainment releases, The Walking Dead: The Complete Fifth Season will dazzle viewers with state-of-the-art video and audio presentations. Continue reading ‘The Walking Dead: The Complete Fifth Season Gets Dated!’
March 30th, 2015 by Blu-ray Brian
It’s no secret at all! On May 1st, Marvel Studios presents Avengers: Age of Ultron, the epic follow-up to the biggest Super Hero movie of all time. Kaboom! It all goes down when Tony Stark tries to jumpstart a dormant peacekeeping program, things go awry and Earth’s Mightiest Heroes, including Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, The Incredible Hulk, Black Widow and Hawkeye, are put to the ultimate test as the fate of the planet hangs in the balance. As the villainous Ultron emerges, it is up to The Avengers to stop him from enacting his terrible plans, and soon uneasy alliances and unexpected action pave the way for an epic and unique global adventure. So in order to whet your appetite even more check out this “Meet Quicksilver & The Scarlet Witch” featurette sent to us today. Continue reading ‘Avengers: Age of Ultron – “Meet Quicksilver & The Scarlet Witch” Featurette’
March 27th, 2015 by Brandon Peters
Disney presents two beloved films from the acclaimed Studio Ghibli, Oscar – Winning MasterpieceSpirited Away and the enchanting fantasy adventure The Cat Returns, will be available for the first time on Blu-ray Combo Pack June 16th! Spirited Away is a wondrous fantasy about a young girl, Chihiro, trapped in a strange new world of spirits. While The Cat Returns is about a schoolgirl, Haru (voiced by Anne Hathaway), bored by her ordinary routine, saves the life of an unusual cat and suddenly her world is transformed beyond anything she ever imagined. Both are magical animated adventures that will delight and inspire the whole family! Continue reading ‘Studio Ghibli: SPIRITED AWAY & THE CAT RETURNS on Blu-ray 6/16’
March 27th, 2015 by Blu-ray Brian
It’s no secret that April is coming here fast and the synopsis of the anxiously awaited fifth season of Game of Thrones (premieres April 12th) reads like this: Jon Snow (Kit Harington) is struggling to balance the demands of the Night’s Watch with those of the newly arrived Stannis Baratheon (Stephen Dillane), who styles himself the rightful king of Westeros. Meanwhile, Cersei (Lena Headey) scrambles to hold on to power in King’s Landing amidst the Tyrells and the rise of a religious group led by the enigmatic High Sparrow, while Jaime (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau) embarks on a secret mission. Across the Narrow Sea, Arya (Maisie Williams) seeks an old friend and a fugitive Tyrion (Peter Dinklage) finds a new cause. And as danger mounts in Meereen, Daenerys (Emilia Clarke) finds that her tenuous hold on the city requires hard sacrifices. Continue reading ‘Video Preview of Stunts From Game of Thrones Season 5’
March 27th, 2015 by Blu-ray Brian
Anchor Bay Entertainment will release AMC’s compelling drama Halt and Catch Fire: The Complete First Season on Blu-ray + Digital HD and DVD on May 5th. Available as a 3-disc set, Halt and Catch Fire: The Complete First Season contains all 10 episodes of the series that presents a fictionalized account of the early days of the personal computer creation and the tech heads who would soon go on to create a revolution. The set also includes bonus features that give a behind-the-scenes look at the making of this smart series. And best of all, my favorite marketer in the world hooked me up with a new bonus feature video that you’ll find on the May 5th release. Read on and watch below you will! Continue reading ‘New Bonus Feature from HALT AND CATCH FIRE: THE COMPLETE FIRST SEASON’
March 26th, 2015 by Brandon Peters
This spring, nature strikes back! On May 26, 2015 Scream Factory presents Food of the Gods and Frogs, two nature-gone-berserk shockers on Blu-ray for the first time. This release comes complete with bonus features, including new interviews with the films’ stars Belinda Balaski and Joan Van Ark. Another double feature of creepy crawlies comes to Blu-ray with Scream Factory’s release of Empire of the Ants and Jaws of Satan on May 26, 2015. These terrifying creature features come complete with extras, including new audio commentary with Empire of the Antsdirector Bert I. Gordon.
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March 25th, 2015 by Blu-ray Brian
Yeah! I’m excited by this news as when I was in LA a few weeks back I was actually one of the lucky thousands who got to see It Follows on opening weekend, a film which I can only describe as The Rings meets John Carpenter’s old school Halloween. One of the best-reviewed films of the year will expand to 1,200 theaters on Friday. Bolstered by strong word of mouth and critical acclaim, audiences came in droves on opening weekend – Friday, 13th – earning the film $160,089 in just four locations for a per theater average of $40,022. Honestly, It Follows had the best limited opening for a horror film since Paranormal Activity, boasting 94% on Rotten Tomatoes and garnering over $600,000 in box office to date. Check out the rest of the press release below from RADiUS. Continue reading ‘‘It Follows’ Expands to 1,200 Screens’
March 25th, 2015 by Blu-ray Brian
I have a lot of friends that should be very happy about this trailer based on the HBO Comedy series. Movie star Vincent Chase (Adrian Grenier), together with his boys, Eric (Kevin Connolly), Turtle (Jerry Ferrara) and Johnny (Kevin Dillon), are back…and back in business with super-agent-turned-studio head Ari Gold (Jeremy Piven). Some of their ambitions have changed, but the bond between them remains strong as they navigate the capricious and often cutthroat world of Hollywood. And about 11 hours ago Warner Bros. dropped on the Earth Entourage’s “Official Main Trailer.” Enjoy it below! Continue reading ‘Entourage – The Official Main Trailer’
March 24th, 2015 by Blu-ray Brian
I think I’m actually one of the very few critics out there who didn’t hate Fifty Shades of Grey. Sure I’m not a big fan of the novel of the same name, but the film adaptation doesn’t stray much at all so what you see on the pages is literally what you see on the screen. I can get behind that, but I don’t understand all the haters out there. Nonetheless, I’m my own man, confident and sometimes strong. LOL. So ladies (I’ll leave the gentlemen out of this one), get ready to scream as Christian Grey and Anastasia Steele are coming home to Blu-ray HD on May 8th. If you don’t believe me, check out the full press release below from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. Continue reading ‘Fifty Shades of Grey Steams It Up on Blu-ray’
