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July 28th, 2025 by Gerard Iribe
Tokyo never sleeps in The Beast To Die on Blu-ray, but it sure bleeds. Equal parts nihilistic crime thriller and psychological time bomb, this 1980 Japanese gem drops you into the fractured mind of a war-scarred photographer with a death wish and a loaded gun. Directed by Toru Murakawa and led by the magnetic Yusaku Matsuda in full burnout mode, this isn’t just a farewell to a persona, it’s a detonation. Now, thanks to Radiance Films, The Beast To Die Blu-ray makes its long-overdue debut, remastered and ready to punch a fresh hole in your shelf.
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July 23rd, 2025 by Adam Toroni-Byrne
Clueless, 30 years after its release, plays like a full-on ’90s nostalgia bomb. Irreverent, sweet, and deceptively smart, this comedy remains just as sharp and funny as ever. The cast is stacked with familiar faces—some we still see today, some we wish we saw more of, and maybe even one or two we wouldn’t mind seeing less. But at the center of it all is Alicia Silverstone, who skyrocketed from ingénue to movie star, playing Cher like a modern-day Emma Woodhouse from Jane Austen’s classic novel. She’s brighter than she lets on, and she’s got style—for herself and for everyone around her. As we stroll down memory lane, we’re revisiting one of the best comedies of the 1990s—a film that made critics swoon and ignited the box office in an era when an original teen comedy could still become a cultural event.
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July 23rd, 2025 by Gerard Iribe
The rare film with a reputation that speaks for itself, Martyrs is perhaps the defining film of the New French Extremity movement and director Pascal Laugier’s masterpiece. Horrifying and thought-provoking in equal measure, it is a deeply philosophical and challenging work of extreme cinema – and undoubtedly one of the finest horror films produced in the twenty-first century. Featuring heartbreaking performances by its two female leads and truly shocking imagery that lingers long in the mind courtesy of special effects designer Benoît Lestang, Martyrs has risen above debates surrounding “torture porn” to emerge as one of the truly great works of extreme cinema. The Masters of Cinema Series is proud to present Martyrs on 4K UHD Blu-ray for the first time anywhere in the world from a stunning brand new 4K restoration, accompanied by a wealth of new and archival extras. Continue reading ‘Martyrs on 4K UHD Blu-ray October 27!’
July 22nd, 2025 by Adam Toroni-Byrne
All missions have led to this… Experience the epic, action-packed culmination of the ground-breaking Mission: Impossible franchise in theatres now and at home starting August 19, 2025 when MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE—The Final Reckoning becomes available to buy on Digital, and on 4K, Blu-ray and DVD October 14, 2025. Hailed as “the biggest and wildest Mission yet” (Erik Davis, Fandango) and “an unforgettable, stunning blockbuster” (Jonathan Sim, ComingSoon.net), MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE—The Final Reckoning “goes bigger and harder than ever before” (Jeff Conway, Forbes). “Tom Cruise has outdone himself” (Mark S. Allen, ABC-TV) with “jaw-dropping action sequences” (Kristy Puchko, Mashable) in a “brilliant” (Ross Bonaime, Collider) thrill ride that fully accomplishes its mission.
Continue reading ‘All Missions Have Led To This – MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE – THE FINAL RECKONING, On 4K, Blu-ray and DVD October 14th!’
July 21st, 2025 by Adam Toroni-Byrne
Catch the wave of island vibes with an intergalactic twist when the live-action hit Lilo & Stitch surfs onto digital platforms including Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home on July 22, before making its extraterrestrial entry on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD on August 26. Disney’s Lilo & Stitch has officially crossed $1 billion at the global box office, making it the first Motion Picture Association (MPA) title of 2025 to reach the milestone. Following its record-breaking $183 million Memorial Day weekend debut, the film has become the year’s top-grossing MPA release both worldwide and internationally. Its success has reignited global interest in the franchise, with related content on Disney+ now surpassing 640 million hours viewed. A sequel is currently in development.
Continue reading ‘Billion Dollar Hit LILO & STITCH Arrives On 4K, Blu-ray and DVD August 25th!’
July 18th, 2025 by Gerard Iribe
GKIDS, the Academy Award®-winning producer and distributor of artist-driven and award-winning animation, has revealed the full product lineup and release dates for the home entertainment release of ARCANE: League of Legends Season 2, from Riot Games and Fortiche Production. The globally beloved and Emmy-nominated Netflix animated series will be issued in a definitive, limited-run Collector’s Edition, SteelBook® Editions of both the 4K UHDTM and Blu-rayTM formats, a Blu-rayTM Standard Edition, and on Digital Download-to-Own. All editions are currently available on preorder. Continue reading ‘Arcane League of Legends: Season 2 on 4K UHD Blu-ray October 21!’
July 17th, 2025 by Jordan Grout
She’s back. Taller, stronger, faster, and now unrated, M3GAN 2.0 is available to own exclusively on digital platforms on July 15, 2025, from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. The rewired bot will also be launching on 4K UHD and Blu-ray™ on September 23, 2025, and you can unlock M3GAN’s newest updates with over 30 minutes of exclusive bonus content including scene breakdowns and a behind-the-scenes look at rebuilding M3GAN when you purchase from participating digital retailers nationwide including Apple TV, Fandango at Home (formerly Vudu), Comcast Xfinity, Cox, and Microsoft Movies & TV. Slay even harder at home with the bloodier M3GAN 2.0 UNRATED version upgraded with moments too intense for the theater, only available when you purchase from participating retailers.
Continue reading ‘M3GAN 2.0 Is Now On Digital; Slays On Unrated 4K UHD September 23’
July 17th, 2025 by Gerard Iribe
Nightwatch: Demons are Forever isn’t just a legacy sequel — it’s a resurrection. The 2023 follow-up to the Danish cult thriller Nightwatch (Nattevagten, 1994) brings back the original cast, layers in generational trauma, and leans hard into psychological horror. Now with Arrow Video’s Nightwatch Demons are Forever Blu-ray release (part of the Nightwatch Collection), fans can finally witness this slow-burn chiller in high definition — with restored visuals, clean audio, and a set of extras that bridge the past and present. But is this return to the shadows worth the light? Now with Arrow Video’s Nightwatch Demons are Forever Blu-ray release, fans can finally witness…
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July 17th, 2025 by Gerard Iribe
Welcome to our Nightwatch Blu-ray review, where we dig into Arrow Video’s chilling high-def resurrection of the 1994 Danish cult classic. Before The Killing and The Bridge turned Scandinavian crime drama into an international phenomenon, there was Nightwatch. Ole Bornedal’s 1994 thriller didn’t just flirt with horror tropes — it dragged them into a cold Danish morgue, turned off the lights, and dared you to look away. With a flashlight beam cutting through corpse-filled corridors and dread oozing from every hallway, Nightwatch feels like a nerve-fraying handshake between noir and nightmare. Arrow Video’s new Nightwatch Blu-ray release doesn’t just restore the film — it revives its bite. Continue reading ‘Nightwatch (Blu-ray Review)’
July 16th, 2025 by Adam Toroni-Byrne
Silverado, a spirited Western stars Academy Award®-winner Kevin Kline (1988, Best Supporting Actor, A Fish Called Wanda), Scott Glenn, Academy Award®-winner Kevin Costner (1990, Best Picture and Best Director, Dances With Wolves), and Danny Glover as four unwitting heroes who cross paths on their journey to the sleepy town of Silverado. Little do they know the town where their family and friends live has been taken over by a corrupt sheriff and a murderous posse. It’s up to the sharpshooting foursome to save the day, but first they have to break each other out of jail and learn who their real friends are.
Continue reading ‘Cult Favorite Western SILVERADO Arrives At The 4K Ranch October 7th!’
July 16th, 2025 by Adam Toroni-Byrne
Sinners was unleashed into a theatrical climate crowded with franchise films, reboots, and copy-paste stories featuring actors playing the same tired roles. Then came Ryan Coogler’s bold new vision — a southern gothic horror musical set in 1930s Mississippi — that shook the foundation of what original cinema can still accomplish. With Sinners, Coogler crafts a richly layered, nightmarish tale brimming with irresistible music, committed performances, and a deep sense of culture and history. This isn’t just horror. It’s a deeply emotional, genre-defying film that echoes the legacy of its influences without ever feeling derivative.
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July 16th, 2025 by Adam Toroni-Byrne
The courage to do the impossible lies in the hearts of men! Peter Weir’s high-seas masterpiece set during the Napoleonic Wars, Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World, sets sail for the first time ever on 4K Ultra HD Digital and Blu-ray Disc August 5. Adapted from the tenth novel in Patrick O’Brian’s legendary ‘Aubrey/Maturin’ series, the film stars Russell Crowe as Captain “Lucky Jack” Aubrey, the Royal Navy’s most daring and battle-tested commander, and Paul Bettany as his close friend, ship’s surgeon, and naturalist Stephen Maturin. When HMS Surprise is ambushed by a superior enemy vessel, Aubrey must confront the brutal challenges of war, the unforgiving sea, and the limits of leadership. With his ship damaged and crew wounded, he sets off on a relentless pursuit across two oceans – facing a choice between duty and loyalty, and a mission that could alter the fate of nations or destroy them all.
Continue reading ‘MASTER AND COMMANDER Sets Sail On 4K UHD Blu-ray August 5th!’
July 15th, 2025 by Adam Toroni-Byrne
The Accountant 2 from Amazon MGM Studios, will be available for purchase on 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and DVD on August 12th. Directed by Gavin O’Connor (The Accountant) from a screenplay by Bill Dubuque (The Accountant, The Judge), the film is produced by Ben Affleck, Lynete Howell Taylor p.g.a., and Mark Williams. Gavin O’Connor, Scott LaStaiti, Jamie Petricof, Matt Damon, Michael Joe, Kevin Halloran, Dani Bernfeld and Alison Winter serve as executive producers.
Continue reading ‘THE ACCOUNTANT 2 – On 4K, Blu-ray and DVD August 12th!’
July 15th, 2025 by Aaron Neuwirth
Coming in October from The Criterion Collection: A History of Violence, a provocative deconstruction of the American action hero from David Cronenberg; Deep Crimson, a deliriously perverse portrait of obsessive love, directed by Arturo Ripstein; Altered States, a mind-expanding cinematic head trip, directed by Ken Russell; and Nightmare Alley, Guillermo del Toro’s noirish vision of the world as a carnival of corruption. Plus: Eyes Without a Face, an influential horror masterpiece directed by Georges Franju, and Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me, David Lynch’s resurrection of a tortured, enigmatic heroine—now on 4K UHD. And from Criterion Premieres: The Shrouds, Cronenberg’s heady thriller about grief, mortality, and love.
Continue reading ‘Cronenberg, Del Toro, Lynch, and More Coming to The Criterion Collection October 2025’
July 14th, 2025 by Adam Toroni-Byrne
As the breathtaking re-imagined live-action epic continues to capture the hearts of audiences in theaters, HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON comes home exclusively on digital platforms to own or rent July 15, 2025 and on 4K UHD and Blu-ray™ on August 12, 2025, from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. Take a ride behind the scenes with more than 75-minutes of bonus content including deleted scenes, a gag reel and making of vignettes that dive deeper into the cutting-edge visual effects, elaborate character transformations, and iconic story that bring the Isle of Berk, the dragons and Vikings to life with jaw-dropping realism when you purchase from participating digital retailers nationwide.
Continue reading ‘HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON Flies on Digital 7/15 and 4K, Blu-ray and DVD 8/12!’
July 13th, 2025 by Gerard Iribe
This isn’t your average shark movie — and it’s definitely not your average hot spring getaway. In this Hotspring Sharkattack movie review, we’re diving into a creature feature that dunks its B-movie thrills in steaming mineral water and stirs in plenty of offbeat comedy. Yes, there’s an ancient shark. Yes, it’s picking off spa guests. But what makes this Japanese genre oddity stand out is how much fun it has being ridiculous — and how hard it commits to the bit.
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July 11th, 2025 by Gerard Iribe
It doesn’t get more high-stakes than this. The High Noon 4K UHD Blu-ray from Eureka’s Masters of Cinema line brings new life to the 1952 classic — a lone marshal, a ticking clock, and a town full of cowards. This isn’t just a Western; it’s a moral showdown wrapped in stark black-and-white imagery and simmering tension. Eureka’s UK release delivers a Dolby Vision encode and a bulletproof set of extras. If you’ve been waiting for the definitive physical release, this just might be it. And yes — it looks better than ever, with a transfer that slices through the grain like a bullet through silence.
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July 11th, 2025 by Adam Toroni-Byrne
Over 50 years since the Blaxploitation subgenre dominated the 1970s film scene, Shout! Studios is excited to release even more hallmarks of the genre in 4K Ultra High Definition for the first time with Blaxploitation Classics Vol. 2, available August 19th through the Shout! Select line. This new collection, a follow up to the spring release of Blaxploitation Classics Vol. 1, includes the colorful and campy megahits Foxy Brown, Friday Foster, Cotton Comes To Harlem, Bucktown, Slaughter and Slaughter’s Big Rip-Off.
Continue reading ‘BLAXPLOITATION CLASSICS VOL. 2 – The 12-Disc Collection Arrives on 4K UHD + Blu-Ray on August 19!’
