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May 18th, 2016 by Aaron Neuwirth
A week after the release of Deadpool on Blu-ray (review) and 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray, I was invited by 20th Century Fox to attend a demo event at the Fox Innovation Lab that would help explain the process of delivering what is currently the best possible home viewing experience for new releases. The result was an interesting look at another side of the hit superhero film, which allowed for a better appreciation in all that goes into crafting the film in its life both before and after its theatrical release.
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May 18th, 2016 by Aaron Neuwirth
Written and directed by three-time Academy Award
® nominee Terrence Malick,
Knight of Cups is available on Blu-ray
™, DVD, VOD and Digital HD
June 21. Malick’s gorgeous and engrossing 7
th film features a star-studded cast, including Christian Bale
(The Fighter, American Hustle), Cate Blanchett (
Carol, Blue Jasmine), Natalie Portman (
Black Swan, V For Vendetta). The film follows writer Rick (Bale), on an odyssey through the playgrounds of Los Angeles and Las Vegas as he undertakes a search for love and self. Continue on to learn more about this upcoming release.
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May 17th, 2016 by Shohan Cagle
As I’m sure many of you are aware, Shane Black, the mastermind behind the very first Predator film is currently in the writing stages of bringing us a sequel titled, “The Predator”. Based on what he’s said so far, this just might be the movie that all of us die-hard fans have been waiting for! The last Predator film that truly encapsulated everything that we’ve grown to love about the character, was Predator 2. Since then, we’ve gotten some predictable and ham-fisted attempts at upping the stakes by pitting him against the Xenomorph in Alien vs Predator, or when they made a watered down version of the first film with Predators.
Continue reading ‘5 Things I want to see in the Predator sequel’
May 17th, 2016 by Jordan Grout
Get your wallets ready, because the Criterion Collection is about to have one hell of a month. Orson Welles will preside over Criterion’s incredible August lineup. First, Chimes at Midnight, Welles’s monumental Shakespeare adaptation—for decades, one of the world’s most sought-after lost films—in a gorgeous new restoration straight from Janus Films’ successful theatrical run. Meanwhile, Welles’s The Immortal Story, starring Jeanne Moreau, is a gorgeous reverie of a film that, like Chimes, has never before been available on DVD or Blu-ray in the U.S. Speaking of dreamlike films, presented is Robert Altman’s brilliant deconstructed western McCabe & Mrs. Miller, among the great works of the American 1970s, starring Warren Beatty and Julie Christie. All this plus Tony Richardson’s benchmark of 1960s British realism A Taste of Honey, still a revelation; Ingrid Bergman: In Her Own Words, a revealing and beautifully constructed new documentary about the life and career of the legendary actor; and new DVD and Blu-ray editions of Hiroshi Teshigahara’s radical and erotic 1960s art-house sensation Woman in the Dunes.
Continue reading ‘Criterion Collection August Releases’
May 17th, 2016 by Aaron Neuwirth
It was about as frustrating to watch The Angry Birds Movie as it is to play the game and merely get one out of three stars on a given level. As harmless as a movie like this is, I am not all about giving something colorful and goofy a pass, simply because the young kids it targets will be swayed over, regardless of quality. There was an attempt to actually make this plotless mobile game about something, but try as filmmakers may have, with the help of screenwriters and a talented voice cast, nothing really helps when the final product misses so many targets.
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May 17th, 2016 by Aaron Neuwirth
Having been a fan of the hit Comedy Central series Key & Peele, I look forward to knowing I can have the whole series available to me this summer. The complete series will be available on DVD August 2nd and include all 53 hilarious episodes from the show’s triumphant five seasons, including two seasons that are all-new to DVD. Guest appearances throughout the series include Ty Burrell, Rashida Jones, Rebecca Romijn, Mekhi Phifer, Rob Riggle, and many more!
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May 16th, 2016 by Blu-ray Brian
I’m sad to be reporting this since I’m such a huge fan of the show, but here it goes. Halt and Catch Fire: The Complete Second Season will only be getting a DVD release. Boo. But whatcha going to do? So here it is. The critically acclaimed AMC hit drama, Halt and Catch Fire: The Complete Second Season, will be available on DVD from Anchor Bay Entertainment on August 9. From creators Chris Cantwell (“Vicariously”) and Christopher C. Rogers, comes the ten-episode series, featuring buzzworthy performances from Lee Pace (Lincoln, “Pushing Daisies,” Guardians of the Galaxy ), Scoot McNairy (Argo), Mackenzie Davis (Smashed), Kerry Bishé (Argo, Red State) and Toby Huss (Cowboys & Aliens). Continue reading ‘Halt and Catch Fire: The Complete Second Season DVD Date’
May 16th, 2016 by Brandon Peters
“Tina Fey shines” (Scott Mendelson, Forbes) in the wickedly entertaining comedy WHISKEY TANGO FOXTROT, arriving on Blu-ray Combo Pack, DVD and On Demand June 28, 2016 from Paramount Home Media Distribution. The film debuts two weeks early on Digital HD June 14. Based on real-life reporter Kim Barker’s revealing and funny memoir about covering the war beat in the Middle East, WHISKEY TANGO FOXTROT is a sharp and savvy film that critics are calling “boldly entertaining” (Stephanie Zacharek, Time). A satirical take on combat journalists and an illuminating story of self-discovery, the film follows Kim (Fey) as she decides to shake things up by taking a dangerous assignment in Afghanistan. There, in the midst of chaos, Kim discovers her true strength as she risks it all to find the next big story. The film features an all-star ensemble cast including Margot Robbie (The Wolf of Wall Street, Suicide Squad), Martin Freeman (The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey), Billy Bob Thornton (“Fargo”), and Alfred Molina (Spider-Man 2).
Continue reading ‘WHISKEY TANGO FOXTROT Debuts On Blu-ray June 28th!’
May 16th, 2016 by Brandon Peters
When a lab accident leaves high school student Barney Springboro with telekinetic powers, it’s a comic free-for-all in Zapped! Scott Baio, TV’s Happy Daysand Charles in Charge) and Willie Aames, TV’s Eight is Enough andCharles in Charge) team up for this mental undressing adventure. Zapped! co-stars Heather Thomas (TV’s The Fall Guy) as Jane, the cold-as-ice high school beauty; Felice Schachter (TV’s The Facts ofLife) as Bernadette, feminist class president, nerd and the girl of Barney’s dreams; and Robert Mandan (TV’s Soap) as high school principal Walter J. Coolidge. Zapped! co-stars Scott Baio and Willie Aames would reteam on the small screen in the sitcom Charles in Charge.
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May 15th, 2016 by Brandon Peters
On May 31st, veteran cult distributor Blue Underground will debut the American Blu-ray release of Piers Haggard’s film Venom (1981), starring Klaus Kinski, Oliver Reed, Nicol Williamson, Sarah Miles, Sterling Hayden, and Susan George. This brand new Blu-ray edition, labeled “Collector’s Edition” will feature a brand new commentary from the director Piers Haggard as well as a bonus Collectible Booklet featuring a new article by Fangoria Editor Michael Gingold. This release will also feature a new 2K transfer of the film as well as a 7.1 surround lossless audio mix. You can find more on the Blu-ray as well as pre-order it if you like what you see by clicking or scrolling down.
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May 15th, 2016 by Brandon Peters
This May 24 from Scream Factory comes Manhunter – Collector’s Edition, a killer Blu-ray release of one of the most unnerving serial killer movies ever made. With more than 5 hours of bonus content, including over 2 hours of new interviews, this greatly anticipated release is a must-have for fans. Tom Noonan (Heat, Robocop 2), Joan Allen (The Bourne Legacy), Dennis Farina (Get Shorty), Kim Greist (Brazil) and Stephen Lang (Avatar) co-star in this gripping thriller from director Michael Mann (Heat, Miami Vice) and adapted from the novel Red Dragon by Thomas Harris. This edition includes the new interviews The Mind of Madness – an interview with William Petersen, Courting a Killer – an interview with actress Joan Allen, Francis is Gone Forever – an interview with actor Tom Noonan, The First Lecktor – an interview with actor Brian Cox, The Eye of the Storm – an interview with director of photography Dante Spinotti, and The Music of MANHUNTER – including interviews with composer Michel Rubini, Barry Andrews (Shriekback), Gary Putman (The Prime Movers), Rick Shaffer (The Reds) and Gene Stashuk (Red 7). Continue reading ‘Manhunter – Collector’s Edition (Blu-ray Review)’
May 15th, 2016 by Brian White
There was something a bit subliminal that drew me into eventually reviewing Dirty Grandpa on Blu-ray. Maybe it was partly my love of Bad Grandpa (see my review here) or my loss of my own grandfathers in real life, but it could have also been that ingenious swag Lionsgate sent over too (see below). You pick. However, I do miss my own grandfathers. The one was very wise and I wish I would have listened to him a lot more. He had a lot of valuable life lessons that went in one ear and completely out the other. And after taking in Dirty Grandfather for the very first time, I could totally see my other grandfather nailing De Niro’s role. That’s the kind of “dirty,” lovable guy he was. R.I.P. guys. Continue reading ‘Dirty Grandpa – Unrated (Blu-ray Review)’
May 15th, 2016 by Brandon Peters
Shout! Factory will Journey To Space for its first foray into a line of new, immersive, Giant Screen films in the visually stunning 4K Ultra HD™ format. The film will be released June 7, 2016, on Blu-ray, and in a 4K UHD + 3D Blu-ray + Blu-ray 2-disc combo. This dazzling film illustrates just how exciting and ambitious NASA’s next era promises to be. In showcasing the goals NASA and the space industry are working towards, including space travel to Mars and capturing asteroids, the film puts an end to the perception that the space program died with the end of the Space Shuttle Program. Journey To Space is co-produced by K2 Films, Inc. and Giant Screen Films. The film is written and directed by Mark Krenzien, produced by Don Kempf, Mark Kresser and Andy Wood, co-produced by Ed Capelle, executive produced by Bob Kresser and edited by Dale Beldin. Continue reading ‘Journey To Space (Blu-ray Review)’
May 14th, 2016 by Brandon Peters
Frankie Muniz (TV’s Malcolm in the Middle) returns as adolescent agent Cody Banks in Agent Cody Banks 2: Destination London. Directed by Kevin Allen (Twin Town) from the screenplay by Don Rhymer (story by Rhymer, Harald Zwart & Dylan Sellers based on the characters created by Jeffrey Jurgensen), Agent Cody Banks 2: Destination London co-stars Keith David (Road House) as the CIA Director and Cynthia Stevenson (The Player) as Cody’s mother, reprising their Agent Cody Banks roles. In this sequel we are introduced to new cast members Anthony Anderson (TV’s Black-ish), Hannah Spearritt (Seed of Chucky) & James Faulkner (TV’s Da Vinci’s Demons). The film is debuting for the very first time on Blu-ray May 24th, along with its predecessor, courtesy of Olive Films. Continue reading ‘Agent Cody Banks 2: Destination London (Blu-ray Review)’
May 12th, 2016 by Brandon Peters
Discover the truth when “Midnight Special” arrives onto Blu-ray, DVD and Digital HD. The film stars Oscar® nominee Michael Shannon (“99 Homes,” “Man of Steel”), Joel Edgerton (“Black Mass”), Kirsten Dunst (TV’s “Fargo”), Adam Driver (“Star Wars: The Force Awakens”), Jaeden Lieberher (“St. Vincent”) and Oscar nominee Sam Shepard (“The Right Stuff,” “August Osage County”). This all-star cast brings to life a suspenseful and heroic story about fatherhood and protecting the ones you love. Jeff Nichols (“Mud,” “Take Shelter”) directed the film from his own screenplay. It is produced by Oscar nominee Sarah Green (“The Tree of Life,” “Mud”) and Brian Kavanaugh-Jones (the “Insidious” films, “Sinister”), who previously collaborated with Nichols on his critically acclaimed thriller, “Take Shelter.” Glen Basner (“Mud”), Hans Graffunder (“Somebody Up There Likes Me”), and Christos V. Konstantakopoulos (“Take Shelter”) served as executive producers.
Continue reading ‘Own MIDNIGHT SPECIAL On Blu-ray June 21!’
May 12th, 2016 by Aaron Neuwirth
When you learn of a film with a premise as bizarre as The Lobster, there has to be hope it can really work. Oscar-nominee Yorgos Lanthimos has taken the offbeat sensibilities that helped his film Dogtooth catch on and applied it to his first English-language feature, which involves people either finding love or being turned into animals. The results are wickedly entertaining, as The Lobster manages to push forward a satirical look at a society forced into a ridiculous existential nightmare.
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May 12th, 2016 by James Mentch
Nick Spencer (Morning Glories, Astonishing Ant Man) and Steve Lieber (Whiteout, Quantum and Woody Must Die) first teamed up back in 2013 with the sleeper hit The Superior Foes of Spider-Man, a book that had a good run but was sadly cancelled after 17 great issues. Superior Foes focused on some of the Z-list villains that plagued Spider-Man on a regular basis and showed us exactly why their plans never really worked out, while providing some great laughs at the same time. Thankfully the creators have teamed up once more for another hilarious look at criminals who are very bad at crime with The Fix. Continue reading ‘The Fix #2 (Comic Book Review)’
May 12th, 2016 by James Mentch
Warning: if you aren’t yet caught up on Southern Bastards you may want to do so before reading on, there are some spoilers from early in the series ahead. (Seriously, though, if you’re not caught up on this book do yourself a favor and go read them all RIGHT NOW!)
Jason Aaron (Scalped, Doctor Strange) and Jason Latour (The Expatriate, Spider-Gwen) announced their book Southern Bastards back at the Image Expo in July of 2013 to much excitement. Up until this point Aaron had been tied to Marvel in an exclusive contract, and the idea of him returning to the world of creator owned content was something to look forward to. After all, this is the man responsible for Scalped, one of the best crime stories to come out of the last decade. Soon after, we were treated with a book that not only lived up to the expectations set forth by Scalped, but actually surpassed it in every way. Continue reading ‘Southern Bastards #14 (Comic Book Review)’
A week after the release of Deadpool on Blu-ray (review) and 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray, I was invited by 20th Century Fox to attend a demo event at the Fox Innovation Lab that would help explain the process of delivering what is currently the best possible home viewing experience for new releases. The result was an interesting look at another side of the hit superhero film, which allowed for a better appreciation in all that goes into crafting the film in its life both before and after its theatrical release.
