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THE SWAN PRINCESS Announced for Blu-ray (and Digital 4K HDR)[teaser]The 1994 animated musical will make its Blu-ray and 4K digital debut this October. [/teaser] Sony is preparing The Swan Princess for Blu-ray and 4K HDR Digital Download on October 29. The Swan Princess, a magical, musical animated adventure based on the classic fairy tale "Swan Lake" has captured the hearts of audiences around the world. The winner of the Film Advisory Board Award of Excellence and the Parents' Choice Award, it's the heartwarming story of the beautiful princess Odette, who is transformed into a swan by an evil sorcerer's spell. Held captive at an enchanted lake, she befriends Jean-Bob the frog, Speed the turtle and Puffin the bird. Despite their struggle to keep the princess safe, these good-natured creatures can do nothing about the sorcerer's spell, which can only be broken by a vow of everlasting love. THE SWAN PRINCESS is bursting with color, dazzling animation, beautiful music and the vocal talents of Jack Palance, John Cleese, Steven Wright, Sandy Duncan and Michelle Nicastro. The Blu-ray release will include an all-new featurette entitled “A Look Back, Tease Ahead,” plus a variety of additional archival features. The newest installment in this animated musical franchise, The Swan Princess: Kingdom of Music debuts on DVD and Digital August 6. You can find the latest specs for The Swan Princess: 25th Anniversary Edition linked from our Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under October 29.Posted Mon Jun 10, 2019 at 05:36 PM PDT by: -
DARK PHOENIX 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray & Blu-ray Pre-Orders Live[teaser]Marvel's mutant superheroes are heading to 4K Blu-ray and Blu-ray.[/teaser] 20th Century Fox is prepping Dark Phoenix for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray later this year. In addition, Best Buy will offer a 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray SteelBook as well. An exact release date has not been confirmed yet, but Best Buy is currently listing the tentative release date as September 17. In Dark Phoenix, the X-Men face their most formidable and powerful foe: one of their own, Jean Grey. During a rescue mission in space, Jean is nearly killed when she is hit by a mysterious cosmic force. Once she returns home, this force not only makes her infinitely more powerful, but far more unstable. Wrestling with this entity inside her, Jean unleashes her powers in ways she can neither comprehend nor contain. With Jean spiraling out of control, and hurting the ones she loves most, she begins to unravel the very fabric that holds the X-Men together. Now, with this family falling apart, they must find a way to unite -- not only to save Jean's soul, but to save our very planet from aliens who wish to weaponize this force and rule the galaxy. Specs and supplements have not been detailed yet. You can find the latest specs for Dark Phoenix linked from our Blu-ray and 4K Release Schedules, where it is indexed under September 17. Order the 4K Blu-ray Order the 4K SteelBook Order the Blu-rayPosted Fri Jun 7, 2019 at 11:45 AM PDT by: -
BREAKTHROUGH Dated and Detailed for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray[teaser]The inspirational drama based on a true story is planned for both formats in July. [/teaser] 20th Century Fox says Breakthrough will be available on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray on July 16. Breakthrough is based on the inspirational true story of one mother's unfaltering love in the face of impossible odds. When Joyce Smith's adopted son John falls through an icy Missouri lake, all hope seems lost. But as John lies lifeless, Joyce refuses to give up. Her steadfast belief inspires those around her to continue to pray for John's recovery, even in the face of every case history and scientific prediction. From producer DeVon Franklin (Miracles from Heaven) and adapted for the screen by Grant Nieporte (Seven Pounds) from Joyce Smith's own book, Breakthrough is an enthralling reminder that faith and love can create a mountain of hope, and sometimes even a miracle. The releases will include a lossless 7.1 soundtrack and supplements include: A Tapestry of Miracles: Making Breakthrough "Carry My Soul" Phil Wickham Deleted Scene, and Optional Audio Commentary by DeVon Franklin and Roxann Dawson Trapped in Icy Waters Audio Commentary by DeVon Franklin and Roxann Dawson Gallery You can find the latest specs for Breakthrough linked from our 4K and Blu-ray Release Schedules, where it is indexed under July 16. Order the 4K Blu-ray Order the Blu-rayPosted Thu Jun 6, 2019 at 11:21 AM PDT by: -
GREMLINS Announced for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray[teaser]Joe Dante's classic 1984 horror/comedy will be going 4K in October. [/teaser] Warner Brothers is working on Gremlins for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray on October 1. Anyone who lived through the '80s experienced the magic of Gremlins. For everyone else, now is the time to see one of the decade's defining movies, a wildly original blend of comedy and horror. When Billy (Zach Galligan) receives an adorable pet named Gizmo for Christmas, he's given three rules for its care. Inadvertently, he breaks the rules, and a resulting army of duplicate furballs wreaks havoc throughout the town in this endearing and enduring box-office hit. The 4K release will feature HDR (High Dynamic Range) and supplements will include: • Filmmakers’ Commentary with Director Joe Dante, Producer Michael Finnell and Special Effects Artist Chris Walas • Cast Commentary with Director Joe Dante, Zack Galligan, Phoebe Cates, Dick Miller, and Howie Mandel • Gremlins: Behind the Scenes Featurette • Additional Scenes with Commentary • Photo Gallery • Theatrical Trailers • Additional Scenes • Cute. Clever. Mischievous. Intelligent: Making Gremlins • Gremlins: The Gift of the Mogwai (motion comic) • The Last Gremlin (motion comic) • From Gizmo to Gremlins: Creating the Creatures • Hangin’ with Hoyt on the set of Gremlins You can find the latest specs for Gremlins - 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray linked from our 4K Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under October 1. Order the 4K Blu-rayPosted Tue Jun 4, 2019 at 02:06 PM PDT by: -
GODZILLA: KING OF THE MONSTERS 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Pre-Orders Now Available[teaser]The ultimate kaiju battle royale has just been listed for both formats at Amazon. [/teaser] Warner Brothers is preparing Godzilla: King of the Monsters for home video release on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray later this year. Best Buy reportedly will also have a 4K SteelBook. The new story follows the heroic efforts of the cryptozoological agency Monarch as its members face off against a battery of god sized monsters, including the mighty Godzilla, who collides with Mothra, Rodan, and his ultimate nemesis, the three headed King Ghidorah. When these ancient superspecies, thought to be mere myths, rise again, they all vie for supremacy, leaving humanity's very existence hanging in the balance. You can find the latest specs for Godzilla: King of the Monsters linked from our 4K and Blu-ray Release Schedules, where it is indexed under PENDING.Posted Tue Jun 4, 2019 at 10:09 AM PDT by: -
THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS 2 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Pre-Orders Live[teaser]The animated comedy sequel is already up for pre-order at Amazon. [/teaser] Universal is preparing The Secret Life of Pets 2 for home video release on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray later this year. The Secret Life of Pets 2 explores the emotional lives of our pets, the deep bond between them, the families that love them and answers the question: What are your pets really doing when you're not at home? Terrier Max (Patton Oswalt) is coping with major life changes after Katie's marriage and the arrival of a toddler. Meanwhile, Gidget (Jenny Slate) tries to rescue Max's favorite toy from a cat-packed apartment with a little help from her feline friend, Chloe (Lake Bell), who has discovered the joys of catnip. And Snowball (Kevin Hart) gets delusions of grandeur that he's a superhero after his owner starts dressing him in superhero pajamas. But when Daisy (Tiffany Haddish), a fearless Shih Tzu, shows up to ask for Snowball's help on a dangerous mission, he'll have to summon the courage to become the hero he's been pretending to be. Can Max, Snowball, Gidget and the rest of the gang find the inner courage to face their biggest fears? You can find the latest specs for The Secret Life of Pets 2 linked from our 4K and Blu-ray Release Schedules, where it is indexed under PENDING.Posted Tue Jun 4, 2019 at 09:48 AM PDT by: -
Tim Burton's DUMBO Dated and Detailed for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray[teaser]Disney's live-action spectacular will soar to both formats at the end of June. [/teaser] Disney says Dumbo will be available on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray on June 25. In Dumbo, struggling circus owner Max Medici enlists former star Holt Farrier and his children to care for a newborn elephant whose oversized ears make him a laughingstock. But when they discover that Dumbo can fly, the circus makes an incredible comeback, attracting persuasive but sinister entrepreneur V.A. Vandevere, who recruits the peculiar pachyderm for his newest, spectacular, larger-than-life entertainment venture, Dreamland. The releases will feature a lossless 7.1 soundtrack (Dolby Atmos on the 4K) and supplements on both releases will include: • CIRCUS SPECTACULARS: Dumbo’s cast share their experience of making the film—and get to the heart of a story about family and believing in yourself. • THE ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM: Explore how one of Disney’s most lovable characters went from an animated classic to a stunning live-action retelling. • BUILT TO AMAZE: Get a closer look at the film’s production and costume design. • DELETED SCENES: A compelling collection of scenes that almost made the final film. • EASTER EGGS ON PARADE: Discover the hidden and not-so-hidden nods to the animated Dumbo in this narrated tribute to the Disney classic. • CLOWNING AROUND: Laugh along with the cast in a collection of big-top bloopers and goofs from the set. • “BABY MINE”: Visual video performed by Arcade Fire • DREAMLAND – ANATOMY OF A SCENE: From Final Script to Final Scene: The filmmakers and cast talk a lot about the feeling of “grand intimacy” in the film. Step right up as they bring the Dreamland parade to life, accomplishing the rare marriage of a massive spectacle combined with an emotional tenderness. (DIGITAL EXCLUSIVE) You can find the latest specs for Dumbo linked from our 4K and Blu-ray Release Schedules, where it is indexed under June 25.Posted Wed May 29, 2019 at 01:25 PM PDT by: -
SHAZAM! 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Dated and Detailed[teaser]The superhero flick starring Zachary Levi is already up for pre-order at Amazon. [/teaser] As previously reported, Warner Brothers is working on Shazam! for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray, and now the date has been set for July 16 (and on digital on July 2). We all have a superhero inside us, it just takes a bit of magic to bring it out. In Billy Batson’s (Asher Angel) case, by shouting out one word—SHAZAM!—this streetwise 14-year-old foster kid can turn into the adult superhero Shazam (Zachary Levi), courtesy of an ancient wizard. Still a kid at heart—inside a ripped, godlike body—Shazam revels in this adult version of himself by doing what any teen would do with superpowers: have fun with them! Can he fly? Does he have X-ray vision? Can he shoot lightning out of his hands? Can he skip his social studies test? Shazam sets out to test the limits of his abilities with the joyful recklessness of a child. But he’ll need to master these powers quickly in order to fight the deadly forces of evil controlled by Dr. Thaddeus Sivana (Mark Strong). The 4K release will feature a Dolby Atmos soundtrack and supplements on both releases will include: • Shazam Exclusive Motion Comic • The Magical World of Shazam • Super Fun Zac • Carnival Scene Study, Shazamily Values • Shazamily Values • Who is Shazam? • Deleted Scenes • Gag Reel You can find the latest specs for Shazam! linked from our 4K and Blu-ray Release Schedules, where it is indexed under July 16. Order the 4K Blu-ray Order the Blu-rayPosted Fri May 24, 2019 at 09:48 AM PDT by: -
THE DOORS: THE FINAL CUT Dated and Detailed for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray[teaser]Oliver Stone's film starring Val Kilmer as Jim Morrison is headed for 4K in July. [/teaser] Lionsgate is preparing The Doors: The Final Cut for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray on July 23. In 1991, Oliver Stone crafted a psychedelic and powerful musical portrait that brilliantly captured the furious energy of the ‘60s and the myth of The Doors’ iconic front man, Jim Morrison - the man whose music shaped an era. Two decades later, Lionsgate presents a stunning new 4K restoration — The Doors: The Final Cut — supervised by Oliver Stone and brought to life with Dolby Vision® and Dolby Atmos®, which will take audiences back in time, into the world and sound of the psychedelic ‘60s. Relive Val Kilmer’s hypnotic performance as the legendary Jim Morrison, alongside stellar performances from Meg Ryan, Kevin Dillon, and Kyle MacLachlan, who tell the story of The Doors’ humble beginnings in Los Angeles to the height of their popularity. “This brand-new 4K restoration of The Doors in Dolby Atmos® will provide far greater overall clarity and dimension for the audience. During the many concert sequences, the sound now fills the auditorium above the audience, behind it, and all points in between. I wanted the film to be as immersive as possible to a real ‘60s Doors experience,” said director Oliver Stone. “Additionally, I’ve made one cut of three minutes to a scene I thought was superfluous to the ending, which helps close out the film in a more powerful way.” Remastered from the original negative that was scanned in 4K 16-bit on ARRISCAN at FotoKem US, the restoration was managed by L’Immagine Ritrovata in Italy with the close support of Oliver Stone who oversaw the color grading. The 4K release was re-mastered using Dolby Vision® HDR and Dolby Atmos® technologies for an unprecedented immersive experience. When compared to a standard picture, Dolby Vision can deliver spectacular colors never before seen on a screen, highlights that are up to 40 times brighter, and blacks that are 10 times darker. Dolby Atmos transports you from the ordinary to the extraordinary through breathtaking moving audio that flows all around you. When listening to The Doors perform throughout the film, Dolby Atmos will allow you to hear incredible clarity with every sound and greater spatial separation of instruments, vocals, and harmonies. The Dolby Atmos® mix was created at Formosa Group under the supervision of Dolby and the original sound editors of the film: Wylie Stateman and Lon Bender. This new mix will offer audiences a unique, immersive experience of the amazing film soundtrack, which includes over twenty-five songs from The Doors back catalogue. Supplements include: • Oliver Stone Audio Commentary • NEW: Oliver Stone’s Interview • NEW: Sound Engineer Lon Bender’s Interview You can find the latest specs for The Doors: The Final Cut - 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray linked from our 4K Blu-ray Release Schedule, where it is indexed under July 23.Posted Wed May 22, 2019 at 10:14 AM PDT by: -
PET SEMATARY (2019) Dated and Detailed for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray[teaser]The horror remake will hit both formats in July and on digital at the end of June. [/teaser] Paramount says Pet Sematary will be available on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray on July 9 (and on digital June 25). After the Creed family relocates from Boston to rural Maine, they soon discover an ancient burial ground hidden deep in the woods near their new home. When tragedy strikes, the grief-stricken father is driven by the cemetery's sinister power, setting off a perilous chain of events that unleashes an unfathomable evil with horrific consequences. Some secrets are best left buried in this twisted thriller. The 4K release will feature an HDR presentation, a Dolby Atmos soundtrack, and supplements on both releases will include: Alternate Ending Deleted and Extended Scenes Night Terrors – Family Haunting Visions The Tale of Timmy Baterman Beyond the Deadfall You can find the latest specs for Pet Sematary linked from our 4K and Blu-ray Release Schedules, where it is indexed under July 9. Order the 4K Blu-ray Order the Blu-rayPosted Wed May 22, 2019 at 09:13 AM PDT by:
