Archive for the 'News' Category
January 26th, 2013 by Aaron Neuwirth
Yesterday, the internet practically suffered a hemorrhage after hearing word that J.J. Abrams had most likely been signed on to direct Star Wars: Episode VII. This evening, Disney has finally sent the official press release to confirm this report. This is certainly interesting news to say the least, given that J.J. Abrams is now essentially responsible for the two biggest sci-fi properties of all time, Star Trek and Star Wars. Surely there are those who are plenty excited about this news, just as much as there are those who are not so excited. Regardless, this does bring us another step closer to the arrival of a brand new generation of Star Wars films, which I do think to be an exciting development, regardless of who is involved. Continue on to read the official press release concerning J.J. Abrams involvement as director.
Continue reading ‘It’s Official: J.J. Abrams to Direct Star Wars: Episode VII’
January 24th, 2013 by Aaron Neuwirth
The latest James Bond film, Skyfall, is arriving on Blu-ray this February and I am quite excited for it. Currently ranking as one of the most successful Bond films of all time, both critically (Great reviews all over and 5 Oscar Nominations) and commercially (One Billion Dollars *holds pinky to lip, Dr. Evil style*), this entry in the James Bond canon has pleased many everywhere, including myself (Review Here). I really enjoyed this action-packed feature for all its elaborate set pieces, style, and true Bond coolness, and I am truly excited to witness Roger Deakins’ gorgeous cinematography on the Blu-ray format. As is the case with all of the James Bond films, Skyfall looks to be packed with special features and I am sure they will cover almost every aspect of the film. Skyfall arrives on Blu-ray February 12th and you can read the press release below to learn more about this upcoming release.
Continue reading ‘James Bond’s Newest Adventure “Skyfall” Hits Blu-ray This February’
January 22nd, 2013 by Aaron Neuwirth
On April 9th, Season 2 of Boss debuts on Blu-ray and I am curious to see more of this strongly acted Starz series, starring Golden Globe winner Kelsey Grammer. I previously reviewed the first season (review HERE) and was left thinking that the second season could most likely be even better and more confident in presenting the type of show that it is. Now I will have a chance to see it, as the Blu-ray does arrive in April, as well as on DVD and in Digital Download form. As some may know already, Boss is a political drama series starring Kelsey Grammer as the mayor of Chicago. The previous season introduced me to the intriguing world of this series and had a very good looking and sounding Blu-ray presentation. Getting the chance to see what’s next has me looking forward to this release. Continue on to learn more about this upcoming Season 2 set.
Continue reading ‘‘BOSS: Season Two’ Arriving And Taking Power On Blu-ray In April’
January 22nd, 2013 by David Freedman
Brenna, Salim and Guest Reviewer Kevin Taft review the mid-season TV Pilots of FOX’s new crime drama – The Following and the ‘prequel’ to Sex in the City – The CW’s The Carrie Diaries. Starring Brenna Smith, Salim Lemelle and Kevin Taft. Directed by Jude Perrin.
Synopsis: In The Following, a brilliant and charismatic, yet psychotic serial killer communicates with other active serial killers and activates a cult of believers following his every command. In The Carrie Diaries, Carrie Bradshaw is in her junior year of high school in the early 1980s. She asks her first questions about love, sex, friendship and family while navigating the worlds of high school and Manhattan.
Continue reading ‘FOX’s The Following and The CW’s The Carrie Diaries TV Reviews – Just Seen It’
January 19th, 2013 by Aaron Neuwirth
I have to say that I was not as taken by The Master as I wanted to be, but reading about it again has made me interested in revisiting it. Here is some of the press release for the Blu-ray release, coming this February: Anchor Bay Entertainment and The Weinstein Company announced today the Blu-ray™ Combo Pack and DVD release of THE MASTER, the innovative film that has won over audiences and critics alike. Directed by Paul Thomas Anderson (There Will Be Blood), the 1950s-set drama centers on the relationship between a charismatic intellectual known as “The Master” (Phillip Seymour Hoffman, Moneyball) who creates a belief system which catches on with other lost souls – and a young WW-II veteran (Joaquin Phoenix, Gladiator) who becomes his right-hand man. In addition to Hoffman and Phoenix, the film also stars Amy Adams (Doubt) and Laura Dern (Little Fockers). THE MASTER heads to retail on February 26, 2013. Read on to learn more about this upcoming release.
Continue reading ‘‘The Master’ Will Be Processed And Ready For Blu-ray This February’
January 14th, 2013 by Blu-ray Brian
Here’s one I never did catch in the theater, but looked oh so good. A real tear jerker if you ask me. I heard so many good things about this Golden Globe nominee for Best Foreign Language Film. March 5th can’t come fast enough. Why do I want to make myself cry? I have no idea. But I do! And it’s in French. The language of love. Even better! So what are you waiting for? Pre-order The Intouchables now on Blu-ray and check out the full press release below courtesy of Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. Continue reading ‘‘The Intouchables’ Touches Blu-ray on March 5th’
January 9th, 2013 by Aaron Neuwirth
On March 12, Fox Home Entertainment is releasing both the film, Hitchcock, starring Anthony Hopkins and Helen Mirren, along with a classic collection of Alfred Hitchcock’s films, which are being released onto Blu-ray in a 3-disc set. This collection includes Notorious, Rebecca, and Spellbound. Hitchcock was met with some criticism regarding the film’s plotting and style revolving around the making of Psycho, but I thought it was light, fluffy fun, with some fun work from the ensemble cast involved (review HERE). The collection of some of Hitch’s classic films, on the other hand, is great because, as stated, they are classic films. Now with both arriving on Blu-ray on the same day, be sure to continue on to read and learn more about these upcoming releases.
Continue reading ‘‘Hitchcock’, Old And New Versions, Arrive On Blu-ray This March’
January 9th, 2013 by Blu-ray Brian
Finally! It’s a movie that I want to talk about instead of the lackluster I ‘saw’ in the theater tonight (Gangster Squad). And it’s coming straight from the Top Ten list of my favorite films in 2012. Drum roll please… From the Twisted Writers of Saw IV, V, VI and VII comes The Collection arriving on Blu-ray, DVD, Digital Download and Video on Demand March 26th from Lionsgate Home Entertainment. While there’s no pre-order up yet on Amazon, make sure to check out the full press release below of everything you need to know about this most anticipated Blu-ray horror hit. Continue reading ‘‘The Collection’ Grows on Blu-ray This March’
January 3rd, 2013 by Gerard Iribe
“One of the most memorable movie-going experiences of the year” (Richard Roeper, “Richard Roeper & The Movies”), the “keenly felt, knuckle-biting drama” (Lisa Schwarzbaum, Entertainment Weekly) FLIGHT makes its Blu-ray, DVD, Digital Download and On Demand debut on February 5, 2013 from Paramount Home Media Distribution. Hailed by critics and audiences alike, FLIGHT is directed by renowned filmmaker Robert Zemeckis (Forrest Gump, Cast Away) and stars the incomparable Denzel Washington in a performance that “will be talked about for years” (Peter Travers, Rolling Stone) and has earned him Golden Globe®, SAG and Critics’ Choice award nominations. Written by John Gatins, the film tells the story of Whip Whitaker, a commercial airline pilot who miraculously lands a plummeting airplane during a breathtaking sequence described as “the hairiest, scariest, most realistic, and thrilling plane crash in movie history” (Richard Corliss, Time). But despite his heroics, Whip comes under investigation and begins what may be an even more harrowing personal descent. FLIGHT also boasts an exceptional supporting cast including John Goodman, Don Cheadle, Kelly Reilly, Bruce Greenwood, Melissa Leo and Brian Geraghty. Continue reading ‘‘Flight’ debuts on Blu-ray February 5th!’
December 31st, 2012 by Gerard Iribe
No, nothing fancy, just trying to be creative with the title. Is it working? Probably not, but you get the gist of it. I, hereby, present my Top 10 theatrical releases of 2012 (most are already on Blu-ray for your viewing pleasure and some are about to hit the high definition format in the coming weeks) and a few that were edged out a bit in the running, that should also be given a look, because they are exceptional films in their own right. It’s sort of been a peculiar year in film, with tons of films flying in under my radar that I did not actually catch in theaters, but that were made available to me via Blu-ray, that did make it on this list. Peculiar or not, 2012 was a great year of film, so dig in while it’s still hot! Continue reading ‘Gerard’s Top 10 Super Duper Films of 2012!’
December 23rd, 2012 by Gerard Iribe
This worst-of list will not be as long as my other Top 10 lists due to the fact that some films that were downright unwatchable weren’t even watched all the way through. I decided not to subject myself to them, so some of these selections will probably just get “honorable worst-of” mentions instead, or a combination thereof. The films that I did watch in their entirety and hated are listed below. There are several big flicks on this list, with massive budgets, but most should not have even gotten made. Some had great marketing, some looked great in the trailers, but they fizzled out at the end. With that being said, sit back, relax, and enjoy my WORST films of 2012 list. Continue reading ‘Gerard’s Worst Films of 2012′
December 21st, 2012 by Gerard Iribe
It’s that not-so-dreaded time of the year where I unleash my Top 10 Blu-rays of 2012. This year I thought I’d go against the grain the best that I could and just limit myself on picking Blu-rays that actually made a statement in terms of video, audio, and special features, instead of films that were cool that got the benefit of the doubt because they’re on Blu-ray. I think I cheated last year and did just that. Not this year, though. Some of my selections may have tons of special features and some may not. What can be said is that the TLC that went into the Blu-rays themselves is fairly evident and I have taken notice in that regard. I’ve also got a couple of imports that should be noted, so without further ado…I present my Top 10 bad ass Blu-rays of 2012. Kick it! Continue reading ‘Gerard’s Top 10 Bad Ass Blu-rays of 2012′
December 19th, 2012 by Gerard Iribe
The global horror sensation that has mesmerized fans around the world continues to terrify and thrill audiences with the latest installment in the franchise, PARANORMAL ACTIVITY 4, debuting on January 29, 2013 in a Blu-ray/DVD combo pack with UltraViolet™ and a Digital Copy. PARANORMAL ACTIVITY 4 continues the shocking story of the evil surrounding Katie and her nephew Hunter as a new family begins experiencing unexplained events that quickly turn deadly. Fans can be the first to own the newest chapter via Digital Download, which will be available on January 15, two weeks before the Blu-ray/DVD. The Digital Download will be available in either the theatrical version of the film or an unrated version with footage not seen in theaters. The PARANORMAL ACTIVITY 4 Blu-ray/DVD combo pack includes both the theatrical version of the film and the unrated version, as well as “The Recovered Files” with nearly 30 minutes of new found footage. In addition, the Blu-ray/DVD combo available for purchase will be enabled with UltraViolet, a new way to collect, access and enjoy movies. With UltraViolet, consumers can add movies to their digital collection in the cloud, and then stream or download them – safely and securely – to a variety of devices. Continue reading ‘‘Paranormal Activity 4’ on Blu-ray January 29th!’
December 19th, 2012 by Gerard Iribe
SMASHED, the powerful and gripping drama starring Mary Elizabeth Winstead (Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter) and two-time Emmy Award®-winner Aaron Paul (TV’s “Breaking Bad,” Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series, 2012; 2010), arrives on Blu-ray™and DVD March 12th from Sony Pictures Classics and Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. The star-studded supporting cast includes Nick Offerman (TV’s “Parks & Recreation”), Emmy winner Megan Mullally (TV’s “Will & Grace,” Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series, 1998 and TV’s “Parks and Recreation”), Emmy winner Mary Kay Place (TV’s “Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman,” Outstanding Continuing Performance by a Supporting Actress, Comedy Series, 1977) and Academy Award®-winner Octavia Spencer (The Help, Best Supporting Actress, 2012). Continue reading ‘Time to get ‘Smashed’ on Blu-ray March 12!’
December 18th, 2012 by Aaron Neuwirth
Coming this March to DVD and Digital Download, The Bay, from director Barry Levinson (Rain Man). I missed my chance to see this film, when it was in limited release and have not yet tried to rent it OnDemand, but now I wont have to worry about missing it, come March 5, 2013. From what I have been told by a colleague of mine,The Bay may be one of the scariest films to have come out in recent memory. I will be curious to find out of that is true, but for now, I can only sit back and wait to see if this story of a town infected by a deadly disease turns into something that I really end up being terrified by and liking a lot. Continue on to learn more about this upcoming release, including the special features available on the disc.
Continue reading ‘The Disturbing Horror Story, ‘The Bay’ Arrives March 5′
December 17th, 2012 by Aaron Neuwirth
Coming this February to Blu-ray – Here Comes the Boom, starring Kevin James (Paul Blart: Mall Cop), who takes on the role of a teacher trying to save the school’s music program by becoming an MMA fighter. I will say this, I may not be a big fan of what has come out of Happy Madison production lately, but I was strangely intrigued by this film. Maybe it’s because it looked like a more lighthearted version of the great film Warrior from 2011, but something about the trailer made me want to see it. Of course, no one wanted to go with me, so I didn’t get a chance to check it out. I am aware it is not going to win any awards and may not be as good as I want it to be, but dammit, I’m going to see it eventually, and I will have my chance on February 5th. Read on to see the full press release, which lists all of the extra features that will be available on this fully loaded Blu-ray.
Continue reading ‘HERE COMES THE BOOM Debuting on Blu-ray™ with UltraViolet™ February 5th’
December 17th, 2012 by Blu-ray Brian
Wow! What can I say about this flick that hasn’t been said before? It was as the Boss would put it a “Brilliant Disguise.” More importantly, this is the screenwriting flick for all ambitious writers out there to learn, live and study from for all eternity. I really can’t say enough good things about this one. It’s definitely on my Top 10 list of the year and on January 29th, it will be in my Blu-ray player. So what are you waiting for? Pre-order or ask for this one for Christmas this holiday season (the pre-order that is) and check out the full press release below from Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. Continue reading ‘Seven Psychopaths Don’t Take Any Shih Tzu on Blu-ray’
December 13th, 2012 by Aaron Neuwirth
This March, the enjoyable fantasy adventure film, Willow, hits Blu-ray for the first time. For those unaware, Willow is a classic good vs. evil fantasy story developed by George Lucas and director Ron Howard. This is a film that I grew up with and while it is not necessarily the benchmark of fantasy adventure films (despite the innovative use of digital morphing technology), there is certainly a lot of fun to be had thanks to a lot of the creativity for the time, the fantastic score by James Horner, and of course the surprisingly enjoyable dynamic duo made up by Warwick Davis (the Harry Potter franchise) and Val Kilmer (Kiss Kiss, Bang Bang). This blu-ray will feature an all-new digital transfer supervised by Lucas film, never-before-seen footage and more. It arrives March 12, 2013. Continue on to learn more about this upcoming Blu-ray release.
Continue reading ‘WILLOW Comes To Blu-ray For The First Time In March’
