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Win 'Deadpool' on Ultra HD Blu-ray![teaser]Courtesy of the fine folks over at Fox Innovation Labs, High-Def Digest is giving away one FREE copy of the 'Deadpool' Ultra HD Blu-ray! [/teaser]That's right, ladies and gents, you can take home the top grossing R-rated movie of all time in GLORIOUS 4K with High Dynamic Range, Wide Color Gamut, and the ultra immersive Dolby Atmos surround format. This combo pack also includes one copy of the standard Blu-ray, which features a 1080p version of the movie, a 7.1 surround mix, two audio commentaries, and two hours of special features.Here's how to enter:1) Visit the High-Def Digest Forums HERE or via the link provided below.1A) If you're new, you need to set up an HDD forum account, but don't worry, it's free and we don't SPAM our members.2) Reply to this thread telling us about the first time you ever saw an R-rated movie, and what has since become your favorite, must-own R-rated film.Did you sneak into a theatre? Catch an HBO movie late at night? Sleep over at a friend's house who had less than observant parents? Everyone's story is sure to be different, but we want to know all the fun details of what it was like for your young, innocent minds to realize the world was filled with people who smoked, drank, cursed, killed, and took off all of their clothes.Simple.What are you waiting for then? Hop into the forums and enter for your chance to win the 'Deadpool' Ultra HD Blu-ray.Important details: this contest runs from May 17 to May 22, 2016. ONE winner will be picked at random, and his or her name will be announced Monday, May 23, 2016. If that person fails to respond in 24 hours, another winner will be randomly selected (and so on). FYI, Disqus comments below will NOT count as an official entry, BUT if you first post a comment in the HDD Forums AND THEN share this article on Facebook or Twitter, tagging High-Def Digest, you'll earn up to three total entries -- one for the required forum post, one for Facebook, and one for Twitter. As always, no High-Def Digest employees or family members are eligible to win -- this is for readers and forum members only -- but you're certainly welcome to unofficially share your R-rated stories. Cheers.Posted Tue May 17, 2016 at 04:20 PM PDT by: -
'The Divergent Series: Allegiant' Planned for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray[teaser]The third film in the science fiction franchise arrives on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray in July. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Lionsgate says 'The Divergent Series: Allegiant' on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray on July 12. The third installment of the blockbuster Divergent series franchise, ALLEGIANT takes Tris (Shailene Woodley) and Four (Theo James) into a new world, far more dangerous than ever before. After the earth-shattering revelations of Insurgent, Tris must escape with Four and go beyond the wall enclosing Chicago. For the first time ever, they will leave the only city and family they have ever known in order to find a peaceful solution for their embroiled city. Once outside, old discoveries are quickly rendered meaningless with the revelation of shocking new truths. Tris and Four must quickly decide who they can trust as a ruthless battle ignites beyond the walls of Chicago which threatens all of humanity. In order to survive, Tris will be forced to make impossible choices about courage, allegiance, sacrifice and love. The Blu-ray combo pack will feature 1080p video, a Dolby Atmos soundtrack, and supplements include: Audio Commentary with Producers Douglas Wick and Lucy Fisher; Allegiant: Book to Film; Battle in the Bullfrog: The Stunts and Choreography Behind This Thrilling Sequence; Finding the Future: Effects & Technology; Characters in Conflict: The Motivations Behind the Film's Antagonists; The Next Chapter: Cast & Characters; and Building the Bureau. You can find the latest specs for 'The Divergent Series: Allegiant' linked from our 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under July 12.Posted Fri May 13, 2016 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
'Risen' Blu-ray & Ultra HD Blu-ray Supplements Detailed[teaser]The action-packed epic starring Joseph Fiennes, Cliff Curtis, and Tom Felton arrives on Blu-ray in May. [/teaser] As previously reported, Sony will be releasing 'Risen' on Blu-ray and Ultra HD Blu-ray on May 24. RISEN is the epic Biblical story of the Resurrection, as told through the eyes of a non-believer. Clavius (Joseph Fiennes), a powerful Roman military tribune, and his aide, Lucius (Tom Felton), are tasked with solving the mystery of what happened to Jesus (Cliff Curtis) in the weeks following the crucifixion, in order to disprove the rumors of a risen Messiah and prevent an uprising in Jerusalem. Specs have not been detailed yet, but supplements will include: Deleted Scenes; The Battle of the Zealots Deconstructed; The Mystery of The Resurrection: Making Risen; A.D. Jerusalem; Script to Screen; and Audio Commentary. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $34.99, Suggested list price for the Ultra HD Blu-ray is $45.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Risen' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule and our Ultra HD Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under May 24. Order the Blu-ray Order the Ultra HD Blu-rayPosted Wed May 4, 2016 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
'Eddie the Eagle' Dated for Blu-ray & Ultra HD Blu-ray![teaser]The inspirational biopic is leaping toward Blu-ray and Ultra HD Blu-ray in June. [/teaser]As previously reported, 20th Century Fox is preparing 'Eddie the Eagle' for Blu-ray and Ultra HD Blu-ray, and now the release date has been announced as June 14. Inspired by true events, Eddie the Eagle is a feel-good story about Michael "Eddie" Edwards (Taron Egerton), an unlikely but courageous British ski-jumper who never stopped believing in himself - even as an entire nation was counting him out. With the help of a rebellious and charismatic coach (played by Hugh Jackman), Eddie takes on the establishment and wins the hearts of sports fans around the world by making an improbable and historic showing at the 1988 Calgary Winter Olympics. From producers of Kingsman: The Secret Service, Eddie the Eagle stars Taron Egerton as Eddie, the loveable underdog with a never say die attitude. Specs for the Ultra HD Blu-ray have not been announced yet, but the Blu-ray will feature 1080p video and a DTS-HD MA 7.1 soundtrack. Supplements will include: Let The Games Begin: Soaring with Eddie the Eagle Documentary and Still Gallery. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray/DVD/Digital HD combo pack is $39.99. Suggested list price for the Ultra HD Blu-ray/Blu-ray/Digital HD combo pack is also $39.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Eddie the Eagle' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule and our Ultra HD Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under June 14. Order the Ultra HD Blu-ray Order the Blu-rayPosted Mon May 2, 2016 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
Ridley Scott's 'The Martian: Extended Edition' Announced for Blu-ray & Ultra HD Blu-ray[teaser]Matt Damon will be stranded again on Blu-ray and Ultra HD Blu-ray in June. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, 20th Century Fox is preparing 'The Martian: Extended Edition' for Blu-ray and Ultra HD Blu-ray on June 7. The new cut will feature 10 minutes of additional footage. During a manned mission to Mars, Astronaut Mark Watney is presumed dead after a fierce storm and left behind by his crew. But Watney has survived and finds himself stranded and alone on the hostile planet. With only meager supplies, he must draw upon his ingenuity, wit and spirit to subsist and find a way to signal to Earth that he is alive. Millions of miles away, NASA and a team of international scientists work tirelessly to bring "the Martian" home, while his crewmates concurrently plot a daring, if not impossible, rescue mission. As these stories of incredible bravery unfold, the world comes together to root for Watney's safe return. Specs haven't been revealed yet, but supplements will include: Audio Commentary by Ridley Scott (Director), Drew Goddard (Writer, Exec Producer) and Andy Weir (Author of The Martian); Deleted Scenes; The Long Way Home: Making the Martian; Dare Mighty Things: NASA's Journey to Mars; and Journey to Mars 101 Q&A. Suggested list price for the 2-Disc Blu-ray is $39.99. Suggested list price for the Ultra HD Blu-ray has not been announced yet. You can find the latest specs for 'The Martian: Extended Edition' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule and our Ultra HD Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under June 7.Posted Mon May 2, 2016 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
'Independence Day: 20th Anniversary Edition' Ultra HD Blu-ray Up for Pre-Order![teaser]Roland Emmerich's explosive film will be getting a 4K Blu-ray release in June. [/teaser] As previously reported, 20th Century Fox will be releasing 'Independence Day: 20th Anniversary Edition' on Blu-ray on June 7. Experience the original OSCAR®-Winning* sci-fi epic that launched a new era in blockbuster filmmaking. Director Roland Emmerich, producer Dean Devlin and an all-star cast including Will Smith, Jeff Goldblum and Bill Pullman join forces to deliver the ultimate encounter between powerful aliens and the human race. When massive spaceships appear in Earth’s skies and blast destructive beams of fire down on cities all over the planet, a determined band of survivors must unite for one last strike against the invaders before it’s the end of mankind. The release will feature both the newly restored Special Edition and original Theatrical Cuts with a DTS:X soundtrack and supplements will include: All-new 30-Minute Documentary – Independence Day: A Legacy Surging Forward (Featured on Disc Two of Blu-ray); Commentary with Director Roland Emmerich and Producer Dean Devlin; Commentary with VFX Supervisors Volker Engel and Doug Smith; and Datastream Trivia Track. Suggested list price for the Ultra HD Blu-ray is $39.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Independence Day: 20th Anniversary Edition' linked from our Ultra HD Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under June 7. Order the Ultra HD Blu-rayPosted Fri Apr 29, 2016 at 12:00 PM PDT by: -
'Labyrinth: 30th Anniversary Edition' Bound for Blu-ray & Ultra HD Blu-ray with Dolby Atmos[teaser]Jim Henson's classic fantasy adventure will be getting a 30th Anniversary Edition later this year. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Sony is preparing 'Labyrinth: 30th Anniversary Edition' for Blu-ray on September 20. In addition, an Ultra HD Blu-ray and an Amazon Exclusive Blu-ray Gift Set will be released that same day as well. Fifteen-year-old Sarah (Jennifer Connelly) is so resentful of her baby brother Toby that she hopes he will just disappear. Her dream becomes reality when goblins kidnap the boy--but Sarah unexpectedly finds herself horrified by the loss. So she sets forth to retrieve him, and finds herself on the adventure of a lifetime. To accomplish her task, she will somehow have to reach the center of the fantastical labyrinth where the wicked Goblin King (David Bowie, who performs two songs) has imprisoned the lad. But the task is easier said than done, for the maze is filled with strange creatures and mind-bending puzzles that confuse the girl. Directed by Jim Henson and penned by Monty Python's Terry Jones, 'Labyrinth' is a distinctive, beautifully designed dark fantasy for all ages. The Blu-ray will feature a 1080p transfer and the Ultra HD Blu-ray will feature a 2160p transfer with HDR. Both releases will feature Dolby Atmos soundtracks, and supplements will include: "The Henson Legacy" Featurette; Labyrinth Anniversary Q&A; "The Goblin King" Featurette; The Storytellers; Commentary by Conceptual Designer Brian Froud; Original Making of Documentary "Inside The Labyrinth"; "Journey Through the Labyrinth: Kingdom of Characters" Documentary; "Journey Through the Labyrinth: The Quest for Goblin City" Documentary; and Theatrical Trailer. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $19.99. Suggested list price for the Ultra HD Blu-ray is 34.99. Suggested list price for the Amazon Exclusive Blu-ray Gift Set is $75.99. You can find the latest specs for 'Labyrinth: 30th Anniversary Edition' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule and our Ultra HD Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under September 20. Order the Blu-ray Order the Ultra HD Blu-ray Order the Blu-ray Gift SetPosted Fri Apr 29, 2016 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
'The Huntsman: Winter's War' Blu-ray & Ultra HD Blu-ray Pre-Orders Live[teaser]The fantasy sequel starring Charlize Theron and Chris Hemsworth is coming to Blu-ray and Ultra HD Blu-ray. [/teaser] In an early announcement to retailers, Universal will be releasing 'The Huntsman: Winter's War' on Blu-ray and Ultra HD Blu-ray later this year. Freya the Ice Queen (Emily Blunt) brings her sister Ravenna (Charlize Theron) back to life, and the powerful evil siblings plan to conquer the Enchanted Forest. Only the Huntsman (Chris Hemsworth) and his secret lover Sara (Jessica Chastain) can stop them in this sequel continuing the inventive twist on the Snow White fable. Specs and supplements have not been detailed yet. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $34.98, Suggested list price for the Ultra HD Blu-ray is $49.98. You can find the latest specs for 'The Huntsman: Winter's War' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule and our Ultra HD Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under PENDING. Order the Blu-ray Order the Ultra HD Blu-rayPosted Thu Apr 28, 2016 at 10:00 AM PDT by: -
'Rocky Mountain Express' Bound for Blu-ray & Ultra HD Blu-ray[teaser]The IMAX documentary is speeding toward Blu-ray and Ultra HD Blu-ray in July. [/teaser]In an early announcement to retailers, Shout Factory is preparing 'Rocky Mountain Express' for Blu-ray on July 12. An Ultra HD Blu-ray version will also be released on that same day. Produced by The Stephen Low Company, ROCKY MOUNTAIN EXPRESS is the passionate undertaking of award-winning filmmaker Stephen Low, director of more than fifteen projects for the giant screen, including TITANICA, SUPER SPEEDWAY and ULTIMATE WAVE TAHITI. Kindled in childhood, Low’s love of high-fidelity cinema and his fascination with the steam locomotive have come together in this captivating cinematic experience that brings alive the magic and drama of the steam age for audiences of all ages. Exhibited in IMAX and other giant screen theaters, the award-winning film has developed an unprecedented and devoted world-wide following. ROCKY MOUNTAIN EXPRESS propels audiences on a steam train journey through the breathtaking vistas of the Canadian Rockies and highlights the adventure of building a nearly impossible transcontinental railway in the age of steam. The film weaves together spectacular IMAX aerial cinematography, archival photographs and maps, and the potent energy and rhythms of a live steam locomotive to immerse audiences in this remarkable story. Specs and supplements have not been detailed yet. Suggested list price for the Blu-ray is $19.99. Suggested list price for the Ultra HD Blu-ray/Blu-ray/Digital Copy combo pack is $39.93. You can find the latest specs for 'Rocky Mountain Express' linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule and our Ultra HD Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it's indexed under July 12. Order the Blu-ray Order the Ultra HD Blu-rayPosted Thu Apr 28, 2016 at 06:00 AM PDT by: -
Sony Readies HDR Support for VPL-VW365ES 4K Ultra HD Home Theater Projector[teaser]The VPL-VW365ES will soon gain high dynamic range support. [/teaser] Sony has announced plans to add HDR (high dynamic range) support to its VPL-VW365ES 4K Ultra HD Home Theater Projector. The update will be available through a firmware upgrade set for release in May. "Sony understands 4K HDR like no other company," said Sunil Nayyar, Director of Product Marketing, TV and Projectors, North America. "Sony's 4K HDR Ultra HD TVs deliver HDR compatibility and stunning performance, and our 4K HDR projectors offer a true home theater experience for enthusiasts looking for the best possible image quality, particularly on screens larger than 80 inches. Sony's 4K SXRD imaging technology and HDR support continues to be the state-of-the-art in home theater projection." The VPL-VW365ES is a native 4K projector with an SXRD panel, Sony’s proprietary TRILUMINOs engine, Motionflow picture technology, and a built-in RF 3D transmitter. Likewise, the projector includes HDMI connectivity with HDCP 2.2 compliancy and a long-lasting lamp for up to 6,000 hours of performance. In addition, upcoming HDR support will allow the projector to display supported high dynamic range content, offering superior contrast, highlights, and shadows. The VPL-VW365ES will now be the third Sony 4K projector with HDR support, following the VPL-VW665ES and VPL-VW5000ES. Sony's premium VPL-VW5000ES ($60,000) uses an SXRD panel with a laser light engine to produce 4K images with 5,000 lumens of brightness. In addition, the VPL-VW5000ES includes integrated HDR (high dynamic range) playback, full support for the DCI-P3 color gamut, and the ability to emulate the BT.2020 color space. The projector also features an HDCP 2.2 compliant HDMI input that is capable of accepting 4K 60p signals at up to YCbCr 4:4:4 8bit or YCbCr 4:2:2 12bit. The VPL-VW365ES is now available for a suggested retail price of $9,999. In addition, the VPL-VW665ES is now available for a suggested retail price of $14,999. Source: SonyPosted Wed Apr 27, 2016 at 10:00 AM PDT by:
