• ROLL-OUT! Transformers One Will Arrive on 4K UHD, SteelBook, and Blu-ray on December 17

    Posted Mon Oct 21, 2024 at 08:20 AM PDT by
    Transformers One Optimus

    The CGI animated film Transformers One which tells the origin stories of legendary rivals Optimus Prime and Megatron will be hitting 4K UHD, 4K SteelBook, and Blu-ray on December 17. Digital will be available on October 22.

    Paramount's critically-acclaimed animated film is directed by Oscar-winner Josh Cooley and is rated PG.

    TRANSFORMERS ONE is the untold origin story of OPTIMUS PRIME and MEGATRON. Better known as sworn enemies, they were once friends bonded like brothers who changed the fate of CYBERTRON forever. The first-ever fully CG-animated TRANSFORMERS movie, TRANSFORMERS ONE features a star-studded voice cast, including Chris Hemsworth, Brian Tyree Henry, Scarlett Johansson, Keegan-Michael Key, Steve Buscemi, with Laurence Fishburne, and Jon Hamm.

    Transformers One - 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray
    Transformers One - 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray

    Transformers One - Blu-ray
    Transformers One
     

    Transformers One - 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray SteelBook
    Transformers One - 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray SteelBook
     

    Bonus content is detailed below:

    • In The Beginning — Witness the origin story of OPTIMUS PRIME (ORION PAX) and MEGATRON (D-16) and the evolution of their relationship from brothers-in-arms to sworn enemies. Filmmakers discuss the vision for the film and how it was brought to life.
    • World Building On CYBERTRON — Hear from director Josh Cooley, the production design team, and the visual effects team about rendering the colorful world of CYBERTRON in a way that fans have never seen before.  
    • Together As One — Meet the A-list voice cast for each of the TRANSFORMERS: Chris Hemsworth (ORION PAX/OPTIMUS PRIME), Brian Tyree Henry (D-16/MEGATRON), Scarlett Johansson (ELITA-1), and more!
    • The Iacon 5000 — Behold the most epic TRANSFORMERS race ever as competitors vie for the ultimate prize!  Go behind the scenes with the filmmakers as they break down this breathtaking action sequence.
    • The Battle For CYBERTRON — Cast and filmmakers take you through the film's epic climax as OPTIMUS PRIME and MEGATRON battle for CYBERTRON’s future.

    You can pre-order Transformers One (2024) right now!

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  • Three More Imprint Asia Limited Edition Blu-ray Releases Coming January 2025

    Posted Fri Oct 18, 2024 at 08:25 AM PDT by
    Imprint Asia January 2025 Blu-rays Austrailain Imports ViaVision

    Australian distributor Via Vision's Imprint Asia Limited Edition Blu-ray lineup has been announced for a release on January 8.

    Titles in this batch include the triple feature a boxed set Erotic Ghost Story Trilogy (1990-1992), Zhou Yu’s Train (2002), and Jia Ling's YOLO (2024).

    Erotic Ghost Story Trilogy (1990-1992) - Imprint Asia Limited Edition

    Erotic Ghost Story Trilogy (1990-1992) - Imprint Asia Limited Edition
     

    Erotic Ghost Story Trilogy (1990 – 1992) – Imprint Asia #10 – 12

    The steamy Erotic Ghost Story trilogy is coming to Imprint Asia, in a Limited Edition 3-Disc Hardbox!

    These sensual, supernatural Cat III films, the first of which takes influence from The Witches of Eastwick, explore the lustful desires of spirits, demons and humans alike.

    Packed with plenty of swordplay, weird and wacky comedy, vivid and surreal imagery, and plenty of provocative pleasure, dive into the colourful orgies of the Erotic Ghost Story trilogy.

    1500 copies only.

    Erotic Ghost Story (1990) – Imprint Asia #10

    Three vixens have meditated for a thousand years, to be able to shed their animal natures and become human. For the final month of their rigors, they have moved near a village where women pray to a god of fertility. One sister visits the god’s temple and thinks lustful thoughts. As she leaves, a priest confronts her, warning of dire consequences and of demons that will try to stop the vixens’ transformation.

    Special Features & Technical Specs:

    • 1080p High-definition presentation of the 89-minute original Cantonese language release
    • NEW Audio Commentary by cult film critic Ian Jane
    • NEW From Erotic to Extreme: Costume Drama Meets Category III – interview with film historian Paul Fonoroff
    • Alternate 95-minute Mandarin language version
    • Trailer
    • Aspect Ratio 1.85:1
    • Audio: Cantonese LPCM 2.0 Mono + English Dub LPCM 2.0 Mono
    • Optional English + English HOH Subtitles

    Erotic Ghost Story II (1991) – Imprint Asia #11

    Wutung, a sex demon, falls for a mortal girl, but when the gods learn of this love, they turn her into ashes. Wutung, enraged by the loss, terrorizes a nearby village, and demands a virgin sacrifice every month. Only Yu Ying, a young girl with a mysterious birthmark, can potentially end Wutung’s reign.

    Special Features & Technical Specs:

    • 1080p High-definition presentation of the 97-minute original Cantonese language release 
    • NEW Audio Commentary by filmmaker Calum Waddell 
    • NEW Interview with art director Raymond Lee and art assistant Cyrus Ho
    • NEW Interview with writer Casey Chan
    • Alternate 92-minute Mandarin language version
    • Trailer
    • Aspect Ratio 1.85:1
    • Audio: Cantonese LPCM 2.0 Mono
    • Optional English Subtitles

    Erotic Ghost Story III (1992) – Imprint Asia #12

    Chu Chung, a wandering adventurer, falls in love with a beautiful girl he sees in a portrait. With the help of a local monk endowed with magic powers, he is able to cross the human-spiritual barrier and enter the painting. Little does Chu Chung know that he is walking into a trap set by the archdemon Vixen.

    Special Features & Technical Specs:

    • 1080p High-definition presentation of the 96-minute original Cantonese language release
    • NEW Audio Commentary by filmmaker Calum Waddell
    • NEW Interview with art assistant Cyrus Ho
    • Alternate 77-minute Mandarin language version
    • Category III: The Untold Story of Hong Kong Exploitation Cinema – documentary 
    • Cantonese Carnage – interview with Rick Baker
    • Aspect Ratio 1.85:1
    • Audio: Cantonese LPCM 2.0 Mono

    Zhou Yu’s Train (2002) – Imprint Asia Limited Edition

    Zhou Yu’s Train (2002) – Imprint Asia Limited Edition
     

    Zhou Yu’s Train (2002) – Imprint Asia #13

    Worldwide first on Blu-ray!

    Beloved actress Gong Li stars as two characters in this passionate romantic drama, written and directed by Sun Zhou (Breaking the Silence).

    Based on the novella by Bei Cun, the film was critically acclaimed on release in 2002, and was nominated for two Golden Rooster Awards.

    Twice a week, Zhou Yu, a beautiful artisan, takes the train to faraway Chongyang, where she indulges in a torrid affair with Chen Qing, her poet-lover. Accompanying Zhou on her long, lonely train rides are two individuals who threaten to derail her romantic idyll: Zhang Qiang, a young doctor hopelessly obsessed with her, and Xiu, a mysterious young woman who bares a striking resemblance to Zhou and seems to be following her every move. 

    1500 copies only.

    Special Features & Technical Specs:

    • 1080p High-definition presentation on Blu-ray 
    • Theatrical Trailer
    • Aspect Ratio 1.85:1
    • Audio: TBC
    • Optional English Subtitles
    • Limited Edition Slipcase with unique artwork

    YOLO (2024) – Imprint Asia Limited Edition

    YOLO (2024) – Imprint Asia Limited Edition
     

    YOLO (2024) – Imprint Asia #14

    Worldwide first on Blu-ray!

    The seventh-highest grossing film of 2024 worldwide is YOLO, a hilarious comedy-drama from comedian and filmmaker Jia Ling (Hi, Mom). 

    This box office smash hit is an adaptation of the 2014 Japanese film 100 Yen Love, starring Jia Ling and Lei Jiayin (Full River Red). 

    Le Ying has been staying at home for many years, doing nothing in particular after choosing to withdraw from society and close herself off from social circles. One day, after several twists of fate, she decides to live life in a different way. In cautiously venturing into the outside world, Le Ying meets boxing coach Hao Kun.

    1500 copies only.

    Special Features & Technical Specs:

    • 1080p High-definition presentation on Blu-ray
    • Theatrical Trailer
    • Aspect Ratio 2.39:1
    • Audio: DTS-HD Surround 5.1 + LPCM 2.0 Stereo
    • Optional English HOH Subtitles
    • Limited Edition Slipcase with unique artwork

    You can pre-order these Blu-ray releases now at the Imprint shop.

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  • Your Collection Will Be Legendary - Even In Hell! Turbine Torments 4K UHD SteelBook with Hellraiser: Judgment on Nov. 7th

    Posted Fri Oct 18, 2024 at 06:49 AM PDT by
    Hellraiser: Judgement is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray with four Limited Edition SteelBook Slipcovers from Turbine Medien

    People can't stop opening that damned box! 2018's Hellraiser: Judgment written and directed by gore effects maestro Gary J. Tunnicliffe is getting the 4K Dolby Vision and Atmos treatment from Germany's Turbine Medien. To sweeten the torture of adding another fright flick to your collection, Turbine is offering four limited edition SteelBook Slipcover editions!  

    I'm not sure if you noticed, but after the first four films, the Hellraiser franchise kind of took a nose dive into some pretty rough direct-to-video sequels. The gore was there, but the majesty and mystery and terror of Pinhead and the puzzle box diminished with each entry. Hellraiser: Inferno was pretty decent, but the rest were less so until longtime franchise gore and makeup effects master Gary Tunnicliffe was handed the hooked chains for Hellraiser: Judgment. Certainly not the greatest entry, but compared to what hit VHS and DVD for about two decades, it was a welcome improvement! Now we can relive the torment in glorious eye-gouging Dolby Vision HDR with ear-splitting Dolby Atmos audio! 

    Hellraiser: Judgment
    Turbine Medien 4K UHD SteelBook Slipcover A  

    Hellraiser Judgment
    Turbine Medien 4K UHD SteelBook Slipcover B 

    Hell Raiser Judgment
    Turbine Medien 4K UHD SteelBook Slipcover C 

    Hell Raiser Judgment
    Turbine Medien 4K UHD SteelBook Slipcover D 

     

    And for the dedicated, you can order all four slipcover editions! 

    Here's what we'll get with each set:

    Synopsis:
    Pinhead and the Cenobites have to go to new demonic lengths to find their victims. The Auditor lures rotten characters from the fringes of society and subjects them to a perverse cleansing ritual that usually ends under the blade of the Surgeon. Meanwhile, three detectives are on the hunt for the Preceptor, a deviant serial killer who kills inspired by the Ten Commandments. The deeper the team delves into the crimes, the more it seems that the killer is not of this world...

    "Tunnicliffe has managed to successfully reboot a flailing franchise... Tunnicliffe does NOT shy away from the violence or the perverse nature of the Cenobites in the slightest bit, creating a world that is as repugnant as it is demonic. He also manages to introduce some sensible new possibilities and plot devices while delivering the fan service weve so desperately been missing... Pinhead is omnipresent, and Taylor delivers a worthy performance and is every bit as majestic as youd hope hed be." - dreadcentral.com

    First time on Ultra HD Blu-ray and Blu-ray with Dolby Atmos in German and English. The limited edition 3-disc Steelbooks are available with four different full-slip artworks - each limited to 999 units. The edition was created in close collaboration with director Gary J. Tunnicliffe. The newly produced bonus material has become so extensive that a bonus Blu-ray is included.

    Movie info:
    Original title: Hellraiser: Judgment
    Country of origin: USA 2018
    Director: Gary J. Tunnicliffe
    Cast: Damon Carney, Randy Wayne, Alexandra Harris, Paul T. Taylor, Gary J. Tunnicliffe, Heather Langenkamp

    Technical specifications:
    Language: German Dolby Atmos, English Dolby Atmos, German DTS 5.1, English DTS 5.1, German DTS 2.0, English DTS 2.0
    Aspect ratio: 1,78:1 (2160p24 Ultra HD mit HDR10 & Dolby Vision), 1,78:1 (1080p24 Full HD)
    Subtitles: German, English, German for the Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing (SDH), English SDH
    Running time: 81 Minuten

    Extras:
    Audio commentary by writer/director/auditor Gary J. Tunnicliffe (presented by Midnights Edge)*
    Audio commentary by Gary J. Tunnicliffe, Pinhead Paul T. Taylor and lead actor Damon Carney*
    The Making of HELLRAISER: JUDGMENT: Behind the scenes of pre-production and filming + Interviews with cast & crew** (approx. 44 min.)
    Meet The Auditor – An interview with Gary J Tunnicliffe** (approx. 48 mins)
    Chatterer Talks – An interview with Mike Regan** (approx. 24 min.)
    NO MORE SOULS: Tunnicliffe's Hellraiser short film* (approx. 6 min.) + Audio commentary (presented by Midnights Edge)* + Making-of* (approx. 7 min.)
    Removed and shortened scenes* (approx. 17 min.)
    Outtakes** (ca. 4 Min.)
    Kickstarter-Trailer*, US-Trailer, HELLRAISER-Trailer

    * with optional German/English subtitles
    ** HD, with optional German/English subtitles 

    Discs: 3
    Release date: 07.11.2024

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  • KNOCK ON WOOD! Hard Wood: The Adult Features of Ed Wood Blu-ray Set Available for Pre-Order at Severin

    Posted Wed Oct 16, 2024 at 11:58 AM PDT by
    Hard Wood: The Adult Films of Ed Wood - Severin Films Blu-ray

    Severin is preparing to release a Blu-ray boxed set of Ed Wood's adult films on December 3. Pre-Orders are available on the Severin website.

    The Blu-ray collection includes "3 films written/directed by Wood, a Wood-scripted bonus movie, plus 7+ hours of bonus materials featuring Bobcat Goldthwait, Dana Gould, Jonathan Ross & more."

    Near the end of his career, the angora-loving auteur behind PLAN 9 FROM OUTER SPACE and GLEN OR GLENDA? earned his booze funds by writing and directing explicit adult films, and this eye-popping set delivers three of the most memorable: NECROMANIA – in both hard and soft versions – stars Rene Bond and The Amazing Criswell’s coffin in a tale of weird love shot in two days by Ed while wearing a pink babydoll outfit. Uschi Digard stars in THE ONLY HOUSE IN TOWN, a softcore saga of nonsensical dialog and orgiastic depravity. Wood’s bizarre final film, the thought lost THE YOUNG MARRIEDS, is presented in hard and its never-before-seen soft versions.

    As a Bonus, J. Pat O’Malley and William Schallert star in the Wood-penned hicksploitation rarity SHOTGUN WEDDING, plus over 7 hours of Special Features that include three separate audio commentaries, a conversation with Bobcat Goldthwait and Dana Gould produced exclusively for this collection, the North American disc debut of The Incredibly Strange Film Show – Ed Wood Jr., plus 9 vintage sex loops and much more.

    Hard Wood: The Adult Features of Ed Wood
    Hard Wood: The Adult Features of Ed Wood
     

    Disc 1: Blu-ray - NECROMANIA / THE ONLY HOUSE IN TOWN

    • Audio Commentary With Ed Wood Summit Host Greg Javer And Author Paul Apel (Softcore Version Only)
    • THE ONLY HOUSE IN TOWN
    • Audio Commentary With Ed Wood Summit Host Greg Javer And Spicy Goldman Of Capri Show World
    • Trailer

    Disc 2: Blu-ray (THE YOUNG MARRIEDS)

    • Audio Commentary With Ed Wood Summit Host Greg Javer And Porn Archeologist/Collector Dimitri Otis
    • Sex Loops With Subtitles By Ed Wood
      • 15" Commercial
      • Devil Cult
      • Doc's House Call
      • Girl On A Bike
      • Notorious Landlady
      • The Two Faces Of Kim
      • Virgin Next Door – Part One
      • Virgin Next Door – Part Two
      • Western Lust

    Disc 3: Blu-ray (SHOTGUN WEDDING)

    • The Incredibly Strange Film Show Season 2, Episode 4: Ed Wood Jr.
    • Dana Gould And Bobcat Goldthwait Talk Ed Wood's Twilight Era
    • The Mad Genius Of Ed Wood – Interview With Carl Abrahamsson, Author Of Inbetween The Lines – Essays On Occulture, Magic, And Seductive Zombie Strippers
    • A Brief Encounter With Ed – Interview With Filmmaker Fred Olen Ray On His Ill-Fated Wood Collaboration, BEACH BLANKET BLOODBATH

    You can pre-order Hard Wood: The Adult Features of Ed Wood now exclusively at the Severin webstore and included below is the press announcement:


     

    SEVERIN CELEBRATES ANGORA-LOVING AUTEUR

    WITH THREE-DISC BLU-RAY COLLECTION

    HARD WOOD: THE ADULT FEATURES OF ED WOOD

     

    Includes 3 Films Written/Directed by Wood, a Wood-Scripted Bonus Movie, Plus 7+ Hours of Bonus Materials Featuring Bobcat Goldthwait, Dana Gould, Jonathan Ross & More

     

    AVAILABLE NOW FOR PRE-ORDER EXCLUSIVELY

    AT THE SEVERIN WEBSTORE 

    Los Angeles, CA (October 16, 2024) – In celebration of his centennial, Severin Films honors iconic filmmaker Edward D. Wood, Jr. – “the man who defined the term ‘Outsider Artist’ before it was even coined” (Daily Grindhouse) – with HARD WOOD: THE ADULT FEATURES OF ED WOOD, a loaded 3-disc Blu-ray set featuring a trio of his lurid ‘70s adult features now restored uncut from the ultimate source elements for the first time ever.

     

    Near the end of his career, the angora-loving auteur behind PLAN 9 FROM OUTER SPACE and GLEN OR GLENDA? earned his booze funds by writing and directing explicit adult films, and this eye-popping set delivers three of the most memorable: NECROMANIA – in both hard and soft versions – stars Rene Bond and The Amazing Criswell’s coffin in a tale of weird love shot in two days by Ed while wearing a pink babydoll outfit. Uschi Digard stars in THE ONLY HOUSE IN TOWN, a softcore saga of nonsensical dialog and orgiastic depravity. Wood’s bizarre final film, the thought lost THE YOUNG MARRIEDS, is presented in hard and its never-before-seen soft versions.

     

    As a Bonus, J. Pat O’Malley and William Schallert star in the Wood-penned hicksploitation rarity SHOTGUN WEDDING, plus over 7 hours of Special Features that include three separate audio commentaries, a conversation with Bobcat Goldthwait and Dana Gould produced exclusively for this collection, the North American disc debut of The Incredibly Strange Film Show – Ed Wood Jr., plus 9 vintage sex loops and much more.

     

    DISC 1: "NECROMANIA" A TALE OF WEIRD LOVE! / THE ONLY HOUSE IN TOWN Blu-ray

     

    Special Features for "NECROMANIA" A TALE OF WEIRD LOVE! / THE ONLY HOUSE IN TOWN:

     

    NECROMANIA

     

    • Softcore Version (51 mins)
    • Audio Commentary With Ed Wood Summit Host Greg Javer And Author Paul Apel (Softcore Version Only)

     

    THE ONLY HOUSE IN TOWN

     

    • Audio Commentary With Ed Wood Summit Host Greg Javer And Spicy Goldman Of Capri Show World
    • Trailer

     

    Feature Specs for "NECROMANIA" A TALE OF WEIRD LOVE! / THE ONLY HOUSE IN TOWN:

    • Run Time: NECROMANIA: 53 mins / THE ONLY HOUSE IN TOWN: 54 mins
    • Audio: English Mono / English Subtitles
    • Region: A/B/C
    • Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1

     

    DISC 2: THE YOUNG MARRIEDS Blu-ray

     

    Special Features for THE YOUNG MARRIEDS:

     

    • Audio Commentary With Ed Wood Summit Host Greg Javer And Porn Archeologist/Collector Dimitri Otis
    • Softcore Version (59 mins)

     

    Sex Loops With Subtitles By Ed Wood

    • 15" Commercial
    • Devil Cult
    • Doc's House Call
    • Girl On A Bike
    • Notorious Landlady
    • The Two Faces Of Kim
    • Virgin Next Door – Part One
    • Virgin Next Door – Part Two
    • Western Lust

     

    Feature Specs for THE YOUNG MARRIEDS:

    • Run Time: 68 mins
    • Audio: English Mono
    • English Subtitles
    • Region: A/B/C
    • Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1

     

    DISC 3: SHOTGUN WEDDING Blu-ray

     

    Special Features for SHOTGUN WEDDING:

     

    • The Incredibly Strange Film Show Season 2, Episode 4: Ed Wood Jr.
    • Dana Gould And Bobcat Goldthwait Talk Ed Wood's Twilight Era
    • The Mad Genius Of Ed Wood – Interview With Carl Abrahamsson, Author Of Inbetween The Lines – Essays On Occulture, Magic, And Seductive Zombie Strippers
    • A Brief Encounter With Ed – Interview With Filmmaker Fred Olen Ray On His Ill-Fated Wood Collaboration, BEACH BLANKET BLOODBATH

     

    Feature Specs for SHOTGUN WEDDING:

    • Run Time: 64 mins
    • Audio: English Mono
    • Closed Captions: English SDH
    • Region: A/B/C
    • Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1

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  • Keep Warm This January as The Criterion Collection Rings In 2025 With A Full Slate of NEW 4K UHD Releases!

    Posted Tue Oct 15, 2024 at 09:41 AM PDT by
    The Criterion Collection January 2025 4K UHD & Blu-rays including Winchester '73, The Grifters, Jo Jo Dancer, The Mother and the Whore with Yojimbo Sanjuro

    The Criterion Collection is never one to rest for long and after an impressive 2024 slate of Blu-ray and 4K UHD releases, they're ringing in 2025 with style! Winchester '73, Jo Jo Dancer, The Mother and the Whore, Yojimbo/Sanjuro, and The Grifters headline January 2025. 

    The Criterion Collection has never been one to rest for long. After their impressive run for 2024, you could argue they deserve a little rest and could sluff off some simple drops for January. But if you weren't broke after holiday shopping, you will be come January with Criterion's selection of titles all dropping on 4K UHD. We get a mix of reissues with a whole slew of newcomers to the Criterion closet to help us warm up during the cold winter ahead of us. 

    The Criterion Collection
    January 2025 4K UHD & Blu-ray Releases 

    Yojimbo / Sanjuro Two Samurai Films by Akira Kurosawa
    The Criterion Collection - 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray 

    Thanks to perhaps the most indelible character in Akira Kurosawa’s oeuvre, Yojimbo surpassed even Seven Samurai in popularity when it was released. The masterless samurai Sanjuro, who slyly manipulates two warring clans to his own advantage in a small, dusty village, was so entertainingly embodied by the brilliant Toshiro Mifune that it was only a matter of time before he returned in a sequel. Made just one year later, Sanjuro matches Yojimbo’s storytelling dexterity yet adds a layer of world-weary pragmatism that brings the two films to a thrilling and unforgettable conclusion.

    4K UHD + BLU-RAY SPECIAL EDITION FEATURES

    • 4K digital restorations, with uncompressed monaural soundtracks
    • Two 4K UHD discs of the films and two Blu-rays with the films and special features
    • Optional DTS-HD Master Audio Perspecta 3.0 soundtracks, preserving the original simulated stereo effects
    • Audio commentaries by Kurosawa scholar Stephen Prince
    • Documentaries on the making of Yojimbo and Sanjuro, created as part of the Toho Masterworks series Akira Kurosawa: It Is Wonderful to Create
    • Teasers and trailers
    • Stills galleries of behind-the-scenes photos
    • PLUS: Essays by film writers Alexander Sesonske and Michael Sragow and comments from Kurosawa and members of his casts and crews
    4K UHD + BLU-RAY COMBO EDITION
    SRP: $79.95 
    PREBOOK: 12/3/24
    STREET: 1/7/25
    CAT. NO.: CC3628UHDBD
    ISBN: 979-8-88607-222-8
    UPC: 7-15515-30661-4 

    The Mother and the Whore
    The Criterion Collection - 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray

    1973 • 218 minutes • Black & White • Monaural • In French with English subtitles • 1.37:1 aspect ratio 

    After the French New Wave, the sexual revolution, and the upheavals of May 1968 came the near religiously revered magnum opus by Jean Eustache. In his long-unavailable body of work, ranging from documentaries about his native village to closely autobiographical narrative films, Eustache pioneered a forthright and fearless brand of realism. The pinnacle of this innovative style, The Mother and the Whore follows Alexandre (Jean-Pierre Léaud), a Parisian pseudo-intellectual who lives with his tempestuous girlfriend, Marie (Bernadette Lafont), even as he begins a dalliance with the sexually liberated Veronika (Françoise Lebrun), leading the three into an emotionally turbulent love triangle. Through daringly sustained long takes and confessional dialogue, Eustache captures a generation navigating the disillusionment of the 1970s, and in the process achieves an intimacy so deep it cuts.

    SPECIAL EDITION FEATURES

    • New 4K digital restoration, with uncompressed monaural soundtrack
    • In the 4K UHD edition: One 4K UHD disc of the film and one Blu-ray with the film and special features
    • New interview with actor Françoise Lebrun
    • New conversation with filmmaker Jean-Pierre Gorin and writer Rachel Kushner
    • Program on the film’s restoration
    • Segment from the French television series Pour le cinéma featuring Lebrun, director Jean Eustache, and actors Bernadette Lafont and Jean-Pierre Léaud
    • Trailer
    • New English subtitle translation
    • PLUS: An essay by critic Lucy Sante and an introduction to the film by Eustache
    4K UHD + BLU-RAY COMBO EDITION
    SRP: $49.95
    PREBOOK: 12/10/24
    STREET: 1/14/25
    CAT. NO.: CC3631UHDBD
    ISBN: 979-8-88607-228-0
    UPC: 7-15515-30751-2
    BLU-RAY EDITION
    SRP: $39.95
    PREBOOK: 12/10/24
    STREET: 1/14/25
    CAT. NO.: CC3632BD
    ISBN: 979-8-88607-229-7
    UPC: 7-15515-30761-1

    Jo Jo Dancer, Your Life is Calling
    The Criterion Collection - 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray 

    1986 • 97 minutes • Color • 2.0 surround • 2.39:1 aspect ratio 

    One of the greatest comedians of all time, Richard Pryor gets raw and real in this brutally funny and lacerating self-portrait. Following the notorious incident in which he caught on fire while high on cocaine, nearly losing his life, Pryor exorcised his inner demons by writing, producing, directing, and starring in this dizzying hall-of-mirrors biopic and backstage drama, which traces a young comedian’s rise to fame, from his childhood growing up in a brothel to the colorful experiences that shaped his edgy comic voice to the addiction struggles that brought him to the brink of death. As he did in his legendary stand-up sets, here Pryor fearlessly turns his soul inside out, revealing the deep vulnerability that made his art so compelling.

    SPECIAL EDITION FEATURES

    • New 4K digital restoration, with 2.0 surround DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack
    • In the 4K UHD edition: One 4K UHD disc of the film presented in Dolby Vision HDR and one Blu-ray with the film and special features
    • New interview on the film with filmmaker Robert Townsend
    • Interview with director Richard Pryor from a 1985 episode of The Dick Cavett Show
    • English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing
    • PLUS: An appreciation by critic Hilton Als
    4K UHD + BLU-RAY COMBO EDITION
    SRP: $49.95
    PREBOOK: 12/10/24
    STREET: 1/14/25
    CAT. NO.: CC3636UHDBD
    ISBN: 979-8-88607-233-4
    UPC: 7-15515-30801-4
    BLU-RAY EDITION
    SRP: $39.95
    PREBOOK: 12/10/24
    STREET: 1/14/25
    CAT. NO.: CC3637BD
    ISBN: 979-8-88607-234-1
    UPC: 7-15515-30811-3

    The Grifters
    The Criterion Collection - 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray 

    1990 • 110 minutes • Color • 2.0 surround • 1.85:1 aspect ratio 

    A dark-hearted neonoir comes to a boil under the bright Los Angeles sun, in British director Stephen Frears’s rousing adaptation of the novel by dime-store bard Jim Thompson, a film that raises pulp to the realm of existential tragedy. A possessive mother (Anjelica Huston), her cynical son (John Cusack), and his scheming, seductive girlfriend (Annette Bening) are career swindlers circling one another in an elaborate emotional confidence game that grows increasingly perverse as love and trust turn to betrayal and Oedipal undercurrents rise to the surface. In Frears’s first Hollywood film, the ever-assured director and his trifecta of magnetic actors conjure a moody, unstuck-in-time vision of toxic Americana.

    DIRECTOR-APPROVED SPECIAL EDITION FEATURES

    • New 4K digital restoration, approved by director of photography Oliver Stapleton, with 2.0 surround DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack  
    • In the 4K UHD edition: One 4K UHD disc of the film presented in Dolby Vision HDR and one Blu-ray with the film and special features
    • Audio commentary featuring director Stephen Frears, actors John Cusack and Anjelica Huston, and screenwriter Donald E. Westlake
    • New interview with actor Annette Bening
    • Short making-of documentary featuring Cusack, Frears, Huston, Westlake, and production designer Dennis Gassner
    • Seduction, Betrayal, Murder: The Making of “The Grifters,” featuring interviews with Frears, Stapleton, editor Mick Audsley, executive producer Barbara De Fina, and coproducer Peggy Rajski
    • The Jim Thompson Story, featuring Westlake and Robert Polito, biographer of The Grifters novelist Jim Thompson
    • Trailer
    • English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing
    • PLUS: An essay by critic Geoffrey O’Brien
    4K UHD + BLU-RAY COMBO EDITION
    SRP: $49.95
    PREBOOK: 12/17/24
    STREET: 1/21/25
    CAT. NO.: CC3634UHDBD
    ISBN: 979-8-88607-231-0
    UPC: 7-15515-30781-9
    BLU-RAY EDITION
    SRP: $39.95
    PREBOOK: 12/17/24
    STREET: 1/21/25
    CAT. NO.: CC3635BD
    ISBN: 979-8-88607-232-7
    UPC: 7-15515-30791-8

    Winchester '73
    The Criterion Collection - 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray 

    1950 • 92 minutes • Black & White • Monaural • 1.35:1 aspect ratio 

    Noirish shadows spread across the frontier in this landmark western, the first of the celebrated collaborations between director Anthony Mann and actor James Stewart that redefined the genre with their moral and psychological intensity. Beginning his midcareer transition into increasingly edgy roles, Stewart portrays an avenging sharpshooter whose stolen rifle becomes a harbinger of death as it is passed from one doomed hand to the next. Featuring a stellar cast that includes a touching Shelley Winters, a sensationally sleazy Dan Duryea, and a pre-stardom Rock Hudson, this elemental tale of violence begetting violence broke new ground with its evocation of the West as a no-man’s-land of antiheroes and villains.

    SPECIAL EDITION FEATURES

    • New 4K digital restoration, undertaken by Universal Pictures in collaboration with The Film Foundation, with uncompressed monaural soundtrack
    • In the 4K UHD edition: One 4K UHD disc of the film and one Blu-ray with the film and special features
    • Audio commentary featuring actor James Stewart and film historian Paul Lindenschmidt
    • New interview with film programmer Adam Piron on the portrayal of Native Americans in the Western genre
    • Lux Radio Theatre adaptation of the film from 1951
    • Trailer
    • English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing
    • PLUS: An essay by critic Imogen Sara Smith
    4K UHD + BLU-RAY COMBO EDITION
    SRP: $49.95
    PREBOOK: 12/24/24
    STREET: 1/28/25
    CAT. NO.: CC3640UHDBD
    ISBN: 979-8-88607-237-2
    UPC: 7-15515-30841-0
    BLU-RAY EDITION
    SRP: $39.95
    PREBOOK: 12/24/24
    STREET: 1/28/25
    CAT. NO.: CC3641BD
    ISBN: 979-8-88607-238-9
    UPC: 7-15515-30851-9

    Now, it'll take a few days for stores like Amazon and Walmart to get their listings up, but as soon as these go live for preorder we'll update our listings ASAP. Happy Collecting and lets hope this is the first of many great things in store for 2025!

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  • Master The Suspense of Alfred Hitchcock: The Iconic Film Collection 6-Film 4K UHD Book on 11/26/24!

    Posted Tue Oct 15, 2024 at 06:46 AM PDT by
    Alfred Hitchcock: Iconic Films Collection - 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray To Catch a Thief, Psycho, Rear Window, Vertigo, North by Northwest, The Birds

    Just in time for Thanksgiving, Universal Studios Home Entertainment in partnership with Paramount Home Entertainment and Warner Brothers Home Entertainment will deliver six of Hitchcock's best in a deluxe book set. Rear Window, To Catch A Thief, Vertigo, North by Northwest, Psycho, and The Birds will be housed together on 4K UHD for the first time. 

    A year in physical media releases wouldn't be complete without another Hitchcock set to drool over. This time we're getting a little bit of everything. Rather than rehash the discs they've already delivered in 2160p with HDR, Universal smartly partnered up with Paramount and Warner Brothers to give fans of Hitchcock a taste of his most famous works in a deluxe coffee table-style book. Think along the lines of what Universal dropped for their Universal Monsters Collection, with articles and essays for each film along with the discs themselves. Now, by the time this set reaches shelves, all of these films will have been released in single-title, or box set form - and it doesn't look like we're getting anything "new" in that arena. If you're buying Warner Bros. upcoming North by Northwest or already have picked up Paramount's new 4K of To Catch a Thief then you've got everything on disc this set will have to offer. 

    However, if you haven't picked these up yet, this is a stylish piece to consider for the shelf! 

    Alfred Hitchcock: The Iconic Film Collection
    4K Ultra HD Blu-ray

     

    and here's a full glory shot:

     

    Now for the guts of the set, here's what you can expect to find on each disc:

    REAR WINDOW (1954):

    Layers: BD 100
    Aspect Ratio: 16:9 1.66:1 Widescreen
    Rating: PG 
    Subtitles: English SDH, French Canadian, and Latin Spanish
    Languages/Sound: English (DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0), French European (DTS Digital Surround 2.0 Mono), Latin Spanish (DTS Digital Surround 2.0 Mono)
    Run Time: 01:55:00

    Bonus Features:

    • Rear Window Ethics: An Original Documentary
    • A Conversation with Screenwriter John Michael Hayes
    • Pure Cinema: Through the Eyes of the Master
    • Breaking Barriers: The Sound of Hitchcock
    • Hitchcock/Truffaut
    • Masters of Cinema
    • Production Photographs
    • Theatrical Trailer
    • Re-release Trailer Narrated by James Stewart
    • Feature Commentary with John Fawell, Author of Hitchcock's Rear Window: the Well Made Film

    TO CATCH A THIEF (1955): 

    Layers: BD 66
    Aspect Ratio: 16:9 1.85:1 Widescreen
    Rating: PG 
    Subtitles: English SDH, English, and French 
    Languages/Sound: English (Dolby TrueHD 5.1), French (Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono) 
    Run Time: 01:46:00

    Bonus Features:

    • Filmmaker Focus: Leonard Maltin on To Catch a Thief 
    • Behind the Gates: Cary Grant and Grace Kelly (2009)
    • Commentary by Dr. Drew Casper, Hitchcock Film Historian, and more! 

    VERTIGO (1958): 

    Layers: BD 100
    Aspect Ratio: 16:9 1.85:1 Widescreen
    Rating: PG 
    Subtitles: English SDH, French Canadian, and Latin Spanish 
    Languages/Sound: English (DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0), English (DTS: X Master Audio), French European (DTS Digital Surround 2.0 Mono), Latin Spanish (DTS Digital Surround 2.0 Mono)
    Run Time: 02:09:00

    Bonus Features:

    • Obsessed with Vertigo: New Life of Hitchcock's Masterpiece
    • Partners in Crime: Hitchcock's Collaborators
    • Foreign Censorship Ending
    • Hitchcock/Truffaut
    • Feature Commentary with Film Director William Friedkin
    • Theatrical Trailer
    • Restoration Theatrical Trailer 
    • 100 Years of Universal: The Lew Wasserman Era

    NORTH BY NORTHWEST (1959)

    Layers: BD 66
    Aspect Ratio: 16:9 1.78:1 Widescreen
    Rating: Not Rated
    Subtitles: English SDH, Parisian French, and Latin Spanish
    Languages/Sound: English (Dolby Atmos TrueHD), English (2.0 DTS-HDMA), Parisian French, Latin Spanish
    Run Time: 02:16:00

    Bonus Features:

    • North by Northwest: Cinematography, Score, and the Art of the Edit
    • Destination Hitchcock: The Making of North by Northwest
    • The Master’s Touch: Hitchcock’s Signature Style
    • North by Northwest: One for the Ages
    • A Guided Tour with Alfred Hitchcock
    • Commentary by Screenwriter Ernest Lehman

    PSYCHO (1960): 

    Layers: BD 100
    Aspect Ratio: 16:9 1.85:1 Widescreen
    Rating: R
    Subtitles: English SDH, French Canadian, and Latin Spanish
    Languages/Sound: English (DTS:X Master Audio), English (DTS Digital Surround 2.0 Mono), French Canadian (DTS Digital Surround 2.0 Mono), Latin Spanish (DTS Digital Surround 2.0 Mono)
    Run Time: 01:49:00

    Bonus Features:

    • Psycho Uncut
      • The extended version of the movie as seen in theaters in 1960 is exactly as intended by Alfred Hitchcock.
    • The Making of Psycho
    • Psycho Sound
    • In The Master's Shadow: Hitchcock's Legacy
    • Hitchcock/Truffaut
    • Newsreel Footage: The Release of Psycho 
    • The Shower Scene: With and Without Music
    • The Shower Sequence: Storyboards by Saul Bass
    • The Psycho Archives
    • Posters and Psycho Ads
    • Lobby Cards
    • Behind-the-Scenes Photographs
    • Production Photographs
    • Psycho Theatrical Trailers
    • Psycho Re-release Trailers
    • Feature Commentary with Stephen Rebello, author of "Alfred Hitchcock and The Making of Psycho"

    THE BIRDS (1963): 

    Layers: BD 100
    Aspect Ratio: 16:9 1.85:1 Widescreen
    Rating: PG-13
    Subtitles: English SDH, Brazilian Portuguese, French Canadian, Japanese and Latin Spanish
    Languages/Sound: English (DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0), Brazilian Portuguese (DTS Digital Surround 2.0 Mono), French European (DTS Digital Surround 2.0 Mono), Japanese (DTS Digital Surround 2.0 Mono), Latin Spanish (DTS Digital Surround 2.0 Mono)
    Run Time: 02:00:00

    Bonus Features: 

    • The Birds: Hitchcock's Monster Movie
    • All About The Birds
    • Tippi Hedren's Screen Test
    • Deleted Scenes
    • The Original Ending
    • Hitchcock/Truffaut
    • The Birds Is Coming (Universal International Newsreel)
    • Suspense Story: National Press Club Hears Hitchcock (Universal International Newsreel)
    • Theatrical Trailer
    • 100 Years of Universal: Restoring the Classics
    • 100 Years of Universal: The Lot

    And that's all the news that's fit to print. As of this writing, we haven't seen this set go up for pre-order, but as soon as it does, we'll update listings ASAP. 

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  • Happy 70th to Irving Berlin's White Christmas! Paramount Celebrates the Beloved Film On 4K UHD November 5th

    Posted Mon Oct 14, 2024 at 10:41 AM PDT by
    White Christmas Celebrates its 70th Anniversary on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray November 5th

    Irving Berlin's classic White Christmas celebrates its 70th anniversary today - originally premiering on October 14, 1954. Paramount is celebrating the occasion with a 4K UHD Blu-ray on November 5.

    Irving Berlin's White Christmas is the first film in Paramount's pioneering VistaVision format that paved the way for IMAX and has been "lovingly restored from the original VistaVision negative and looks more vibrant than ever for home viewing in 4K Ultra HD. This limited release includes the film on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc™, a second Blu-ray Disc™ with the film, including a sing-along option, as well as extensive legacy bonus content, and access to a Digital copy of the film, packaged in a collectible slipcover based on the original theatrical poster."

    Bing Crosby and Danny Kaye star as war veterans who become one of the hottest acts in show business. When they encounter a sister act (Rosemary Clooney and Vera-Ellen), they’re off to Vermont for a holiday celebration unlike any other. Irving Berlin’s WHITE CHRISTMAS was directed by Michael Curtiz (Casablanca) and features a host of memorable songs including “Snow”, “Sisters”, “The Old Man,” “The Best Things Happen While You’re Dancing,” and, of course, the immortal classic “White Christmas.” 

    White Christmas - 70th Anniversary 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray

    White Christmas - 70th Anniversary 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray 

    Bonus content is detailed below:

    • Commentary by Rosemary Clooney
    • WHITE CHRISTMAS Sing-Along
    • Classic Holiday Moments
    • Assignment Children
    • Backstage Stories from WHITE CHRISTMAS
    • Bing Crosby: Christmas Crooner
    • Danny Kaye: Joy to the World
    • Irving Berlin’s WHITE CHRISTMAS
    • Rosemary’s Old Kentucky Home
    • WHITE CHRISTMAS: From Page to Stage
    • WHITE CHRISTMAS: A Look Back with Rosemary Clooney
    • Photo Galleries
    • Theatrical Trailers

    You can pre-order White Christmas - 70th Anniversary 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray now! 

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  • Dreamworks' 'The Wild Robot' Soars Onto 4K UHD & Blu-ray December 3rd

    Posted Mon Oct 14, 2024 at 06:43 AM PDT by
    Dreamworks' The Wild Robot is coming to 4K UHD and Blu-ray on December 3rd

    After a couple weeks of charming audiences in theaters and doing some decent box office numbers, Universal has set Dreamworks' The Wild Robot for 4K UHD and Blu-ray on December 3rd. If you can't wait for the physical release, it starts theater-at-home streaming on October 15th.

    I may not completely understand the wherewithal decision-making by sending a film that's still earning solid box office dollars to digital so quickly, but, Universal has set this beautifully animated adaptation of Peter Brown's book series for a holiday disc release frame. I figured it'd come to digital sooner than later, but when your flick just outpaced Joker and hasn't dropped out of the Top-Five at the box office, October 15th (i.e. TOMORROW) sounds pretty damn fast for a Theater-At-Home release. Nevertheless, Universal is pulling a Fall Guy. This film will hit Blu-ray and 4K disc on December 3rd, no sight or sound of a retailer-exclusive or 3D Blu-ray as of yet. 

    The Wild Robot - 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray 

    The Wild Robot - Blu-ray 

     

    Here's everything we're getting on disc: 

    EXCLUSIVE BONUS FEATURES WHEN YOU BUY AT PARTICIPATING RETAILERS:

    • COMMERCIAL FOR ROZZUM - An alternate opening to the film in storyboard form, with introduction by writer/director Chris Sanders.
    • MOMENTS FROM THE MIC - Straight from the recording booth, watch the star-studded cast of The Wild Robot perform some of their most memorable lines!
    • MEET THE CAST- How do you give empathy to the voice of a robot, vulnerability to a fox, and wisdom to an opossum? Meet the talented voice cast and learn more about your favorite characters from The Wild Robot.
    • THE OVERPROTECTIVE MOTHER - A deleted sequence from the film in storyboard form, with an introduction by writer/director Chris Sanders.
    • ASSEMBLY REQUIRED: ANIMATING THE WILD ROBOT - Go behind the scenes to see how filmmakers pushed the boundaries of animation to achieve the uniquely immersive world of The Wild Robot.
    • FEELING ALIVE - Learn how filmmakers and cast enhanced the universally relatable thematic elements of Peter Brown’s original story to deepen its emotional connection to audiences.
    • WILD SOUNDS - Explore the incredible music of The Wild Robot – from Kris Bowers’ enchanting score to Maren Morris’ two new songs.
    • HOW TO DRAW - Follow along with writer/director Chris Sanders as he teaches Lupita Nyong’o how to draw Roz and then learn to draw Fink, Baby Brightbill, and Pinktail with story artist/character designer Genevieve Tsai!
    • FLY YOUR OWN BRIGHTBILL - One of Roz’s primary tasks is to teach Brightbill to fly so he can migrate with the other geese. Here, you’ll learn how to create your very own Brightbill Kite so you can help him fly too! 

    TECHNICAL INFORMATION 4K UHD:
    Street Date: December 3, 2024
    UPC Number: 191329266694 (US) / 191329266946 (CDN)
    Layers: BD 100
    Aspect Ratio: 16:9 2.39:1 Widescreen
    Rating: PG for action/peril and thematic elements
    Languages/Subtitles: English SDH, French Canadian, Latin American Spanish
    Sound: English (Dolby Atmos for Feature, Dolby Digital 2.0 for Bonus Content), French Canadian (Dolby Digital Plus 7.1 for Feature), Latin American Spanish (Dolby Digital Plus 7.1 for Feature)
    Run Time: 01:41:33
     
    TECHNICAL INFORMATION BLU-RAY:
    Street Date: December 3, 2024
    UPC Number: 191329266847 (US) / 191329266724 (CDN)
    Layers: BD 50
    Aspect Ratio: 16:9 2.39:1 Widescreen
    Rating: PG for action/peril and thematic elements
    Languages/Subtitles: English SDH, French Canadian, Latin American Spanish
    Sound: English (Dolby Atmos for Feature, Dolby Digital 2.0 for Bonus Content), French Canadian (Dolby Digital Plus 7.1 for Feature), Latin American Spanish (Dolby Digital Plus 7.1 for Feature)
    Run Time: 01:41:33

    Both the 4K UHD and Blu-ray discs are up for pre-order now! 

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  • CA-CAW! 'The Crow' 2024 Perches on 4K UHD, 4K SteelBooks, and Blu-ray on November 5

    Posted Tue Oct 8, 2024 at 10:39 AM PDT by
    The Crow 2024 coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray, Blu-ray, and Retailer-Exclusive 4K UHD SteelBooks from Amazon and Walmart

    The Crow (2024) is set to soar to 4K UHD, 4K SteelBooks, and Blu-ray on November 5. The revenge film is now available on Digital.

    Not that fans ever asked for a remake of the Brandon Lee favorite, but we got one. After falling through during the summer box office, we're now gathering a murder of physical media releases. Beyond the standard 4K and Blu-ray releases we're also due for two retailer-exclusive SteelBooks! The film is directed by Rupert Sanders and is a reimagining of the critically-acclaimed comic book series & comic strip by James O’Barr.

    Bill Skarsgård takes on the iconic role of The Crow in this modern reimagining of the original graphic novel by James O’Barr. Soulmates Eric (Skarsgård) and Shelly (FKA twigs) are brutally murdered when the demons of her dark past catch up with them. Given the chance to save his true love by sacrificing himself, Eric sets out to seek merciless revenge on their killers, traversing the worlds of the living and the dead to put the wrong things right.

    The Crow (2024) - 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray

    The Crow (2024) - 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray
     

    The Crow (2024) - Blu-ray

    The Crow (2024)
     

    The Crow (2024) - 4K UHD Blu-ray Amazon SteelBook

    The Crow (2024) - 4K UHD Blu-ray Amazon SteelBook
     

    The Crow (2024) - 4K UHD Blu-ray Walmart SteelBookThe Crow (2024) - 4K UHD Blu-ray Walmart SteelBook 

    BONUS FEATURES:

    • True Love Never Dies: Making The Crow (6 Chapters):Chapter One – The Emotional Engine: Origins
      • Chapter Two – Body & Soul: The Cast
      • Chapter Three – Modern Gothic: Character/Costume/Production Design
      • Chapter Four – Between Two Worlds: On Location
      • Chapter Five – Vengeance Incarnate: Action & Stunts
      • Chapter Six – Sacrifice: Final Thoughts
    • Dark Romance: The Score
    • Reborn Through Revenge: Main Title Sequence
    • Every Film Is a Miracle: A Tribute to Edward R. Pressman
    • Deleted Scenes
    • Theatrical Trailer

    CAST:

    • Bill Skarsgård                  It, Barbarian, John Wick: Chapter 4
    • FKA twigs                       Singer-Songwriter
    • Josette Simon                 Wonder Woman, Pokémon: Detective Pikachu
    • Laura Birn                      Void, A Walk Among the Tombstones, Purge
    • Sami Bouajila                 The Siege, The Adventures of Felix, A Son
    • and Danny Huston          TV’s “Yellowstone,” 21 Grams, Children of Men

    Year of Production: 2024
    Title Copyright: The Crow © 2024 Yellow Flower LLC. Artwork & Supplementary Materials ®TM & © 2024 Lions Gate Entertainment Inc. All Rights Reserved.
    Type: New Release
    Rating: R for strong bloody violence, gore, language, sexuality/nudity, and drug use
    Genre: Action, Crime, Fantasy
    Feature Run Time: 111 minutes
    Subtitles: English, Spanish, English SDH
    Closed-Captioned: No
    4K Format: 2160p Ultra High Definition 16x9 (2.39:1) Presentation
    4K Audio: English Dolby Atmos, Spanish 5.1 Dolby Audio, English Descriptive Audio
    Blu-rayTM Format: 1080p High Definition 16x9 (2.39:1) Presentation
    Blu-rayTM Audio: English Dolby Atmos, Spanish 5.1 Dolby Audio, English Descriptive Audio
    DVD Format: 16x9 (2.39:1) Presentation
    DVD Audio: English 5.1 Dolby Audio, Spanish 5.1 Dolby Audio, English Descriptive Audio

    You can pre-order The Crow (2024) now!

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  • Paramount, you got some ‘splainin’ to do! 'I Love Lucy: The Complete Series' Blu-ray Box Set Coming November 5th!

    Posted Fri Oct 4, 2024 at 10:54 AM PDT by
    I Love Lucy: The Complete Series Blu-ray

    Paramount is bringing the zany antics of Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz to Blu-ray on November 5.

    This set includes all six seasons of the classic "I Love Lucy" comedy TV series as well as the remastered "The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour (1957-1960). Also included is a newly colorized never-before-released "Lucy and the Loving Cup" episode and more!

    In October 1951, Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz debuted the first episode of what was to become one of the best-loved and most watched TV shows of all time. Zany redhead Lucy and her Cuban bandleader husband Ricky Ricardo, along with their neighbors and comic foils Ethel and Fred Mertz (Vivian Vance and William Frawley), got into the most hilarious predicaments ever imaginable. Overflowing with notable guest stars and escapades that never lose their entertainment value, it’s no wonder why everyone still loves Lucy.

    I Love Lucy: The Complete Series

    NEW TO BLU-RAY SPECIAL FEATURES:  

    • Newly colorized (and never-before-released) “Lucy and the Loving Cup” episode
    • "The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour” has been remastered, with long-missing footage restored, and presented here as "The Lucille Ball-Desi Arnaz Show," as originally broadcast (1957-1960), including original cast commercials
    • Originalopening and closing credits -- and many original cast commercials -- have been remastered
    • Three long-lost "flashback" scenes, originally used to introduce selected repeat episodes, have been remastered
    • A portion of 1959 CBS fall preview special, "Eye on CBS," featuring Lucille Ball and Vivian Vance, is presented for the first time on home video

    SPECIAL FEATURES ALSO INCLUDE:  

    • Original I Love Lucy Pilot - Remastered from original 35mm kinescope
    • I Love Lucy: The Movie
    • Audio Commentaries on Select Episodes
    • Lucy on The Radio Broadcasts
    • Flubs
    • Slide Show - For Seasons 1 & 2
    • Cast Bios - For Seasons 1 & 2
    • Photo Galleries - For Seasons 1 & 2
    • Production Notes - For Seasons 1 & 2

    You can pre-order I Love Lucy: The Complete Series now!

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  • It's Showtime! Tim Burton's 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' Summons 4K UHD, 4K SteelBook, & Blu-ray Discs on November 19

    Posted Tue Oct 1, 2024 at 09:42 AM PDT by
    Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Starring Michael Keaton Directed by Tim Burton coming to 4K UHD and Blu-ray November 19th

    Michael Keaton returns to one of his career-defining roles in Warner Brothers' and Tim Burton's Beetlejuice Beetlejuice arriving on 4K UHD, Glow-In-The-Dark 4K SteelBook, and Blu-ray on November 19.

    Joining Keaton are Oscar nominee Winona Ryder (Stranger Things, Little Women) as Lydia Deetz and two-time Emmy winner Catherine O’Hara (Schitt's Creek, The Nightmare Before Christmas) as Delia Deetz, with new cast members Justin Theroux (Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi, The Leftovers), Monica Bellucci (Spectre, The Matrix films), Arthur Conti (House of the Dragon) in his feature film debut, with Emmy nominee Jenna Ortega (Wednesday, Scream VI) as Lydia’s daughter, Astrid, and Oscar nominee Willem Dafoe (Poor Things, At Eternity’s Gate).

    Beetlejuice is back! After an unexpected family tragedy, three generations of the Deetz family return home to Winter River. Still haunted by Beetlejuice, Lydia's life is turned upside down when her rebellious teenage daughter, Astrid, discovers the mysterious model of the town in the attic and the portal to the Afterlife is accidentally opened. With trouble brewing in both realms, it's only a matter of time until someone says Beetlejuice's name three times and the mischievous demon returns to unleash his very own brand.

    Beetlejuice Beetlejuice - 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray 

    Beetlejuice Beetlejuice - 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray 

    Beetlejuice Beetlejuice - Blu-ray

    Beetlejuice Beetlejuice 

    Beetlejuice Beetlejuice - 4K UHD Blu-ray Limited Edition SteelBook
    Beetlejuice Beetlejuice - 4K UHD Blu-ray Limited Edition SteelBook

    Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Premium Digital Ownership, 4K UHD and Blu-ray contain the following special features:  

    4K UHD

    • Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Commentary by director Tim Burton
    • The Juice is Loose! The Making of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice.
    • The Ghost with the Most: Beetlejuice Returns
    • Meet the Deetz
    • Handbook for the Recently Deceased
    • Shrinkers, Shrinkers Everywhere!
    • An Animated Afterlife: The Stop-Motion Art of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice
    • ‘Til Death Do Us Park

    BASICS

     

    Premium Digital Ownership: October 8, 2024

    4K UHD, Blu-ray and DVD Street Date: November 19, 2024

     

    4K Languages: English, Canadian French, Italian, Latin Spanish

    4K Subtitles: Swedish, Latin Spanish, Norwegian, Italian, Parisian French, Canadian French, Finnish, English SDH, Danish

    BD Languages: English, Canadian French, Latin Spanish

    BD Subtitles: English SDH, Canadian French, Parisian French, Latin Spanish

    DVD Languages: English, Canadian French, Latin Spanish

    DVD Subtitles: Latin Spanish, Korean, Parisian French, Canadian French, English SDH,

    Chinese – Complex, Cantonese

     

    Running Time: 104 minutes

    Rating: PG-13 for violent content, macabre and bloody images, strong language, some suggestive material and brief drug use

    DVD: DLBY/DGTL

    4K UHD and Blu-ray: ATMOS TrueHD, DLBY/DGTL

    You can pre-order Beetlejuice Beetlejuice now!

     

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  • 'Twisters' Takes 4K UHD & Blu-ray By Storm October 22nd!

    Posted Tue Oct 1, 2024 at 07:50 AM PDT by
    Twisters (2024) - 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook Physical Media Announcment Glen Powell

    After a successful run at the box office and early Theater-at-Home sales, Lee Isaac Chang's 2024 weather disaster epic 'Twisters' will suck up some of your finances for a 4K UHD, 4K SteelBook, and Blu-ray release on October 22nd. Expect Dolby Vision HDR and Atmos audio! 

    At this rate, there won't be a summer without Glen Powell's unflappable million-dollar smile! This follow-up to Jan De Bont's 1990s fan-favorite disaster epic proved to be a welcome summer surprise. Storming onto the busy box office, it had staying power amassing a nice global haul. Lee Isaac Chang proved the property is still a hit with fans without drenching the entire film in silly memberberry callbacks. I for one had a great time with this one at IMAX for a pair of viewings on the large screen format. Starring Daisy Edgar-Jones and Glen Powell, the big storm hits home on 4K and Blu-ray! There is a Walmart-exclusive SteelBook on the way, but at the moment it's out of stock online. Hopefully, they've allocated plenty for in-store shoppers. 

    Twisters - 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray 

    Twisters - Blu-ray 

    Twisters - Walmart Exclusive 4K UHD SteelBook 

     

    Here's what we're getting with this set:

    EXCLUSIVE BONUS FEATURES WHEN YOU OWN on DIGITAL, 4K ULTRA HD, BLU-RAYTM AND DVD:

    • GAG REEL
    • DELETED SCENES
    • TRACKING THE FRONTS: THE PATH OF TWISTERS - Trace the trajectory of TWISTERS from its earliest inception to production and get to know the cast as they lead this look into creating their characters, using science to add authenticity, and working through extreme weather wreaking havoc on set.
    • INTO THE EYE OF THE STORM - Discover how TWISTERS blends practical and visual effects to turn nature's most destructive forces into entertaining thrills.
    • GLEN POWELL: ALL ACCESS - Glen Powell provides a private tour of a day in his life on the TWISTERS set.
    • FRONT SEAT TO A CHASE - Strap in with the cast and professional storm chasers as they brave the elements to track tornados in Oklahoma.
    • VOICE OF A VILLAIN* - Hear the creation of the film's deafening howls with a seat in the studio where the audio team mixes unexpected sounds to give the storms a new dimension of depth.
    • TRICKED-OUT TRUCKS - Buckle up for a wild ride in the film's custom vehicles fitted with unique features ranging from rocket launchers to advanced radar tech.
    • FEATURE COMMENTARY WITH DIRECTOR LEE ISAAC CHUNG 

    And here's the relevant disc specs:

    TECHNICAL INFORMATION 4K UHD:
    Street Date: October 22, 2024
    UPC Number: 191329263921 (US) / 191329263891 (CDN)
    Layers: BD 100
    Aspect Ratio: 16:9 2.39:1 Widescreen
    Rating: PG-13 for intense action and peril, some language and injury images
    Languages/Subtitles: English, French Canadian, Latin American Spanish
    Sound: English (Dolby Atmos for Feature, Dolby Digital 2.0 for Bonus Content), French Canadian (Dolby Digital Plus 7.1), Latin American Spanish (Dolby Digital 5.1)
    Run Time: 02:02:05

    TECHNICAL INFORMATION BLU-RAY:
    Street Date: October 22, 2024
    UPC Number: 191329263587 (US) / 191329263938 (CDN)
    Layers: BD 50
    Aspect Ratio: 16:9 2.39:1 Widescreen
    Rating: PG-13 for intense action and peril, some language and injury images
    Languages/Subtitles: English, French Canadian, Latin American Spanish
    Sound: English (Dolby Atmos for Feature, Dolby Digital 2.0 for Bonus Content), French Canadian (Dolby Digital Plus 7.1), Latin American Spanish (Dolby Digital 5.1)
    Run Time: 02:02:05 

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  • Warner Archive's November 2024 Blu-rays Up For Pre-Order!

    Posted Mon Sep 30, 2024 at 07:24 PM PDT by
    Warner Archive Collection November 2024 Blu-ray Physical Media Pre-Orders

    The Warner Archive Collection has revealed six new Blu-ray releases coming in November. They are Humoresque (1946), Wait Till Your Father Gets Home (1972-74): The Complete Series, That's Entertainment! (1974), Must Love Dogs (2005), The Complete Thin Man Collection (1934-47), and Looney Tunes Collector's Choice: Volume 4.

    All six will be available for purchase on November 26.

    Humoresque (1946) - Warner Archive Collection 

    Humoresque (1946) - Warner Archive Collection 

    Glamorous socialite Helen Wright (Joan Crawford) takes what she wants – clothes, alcohol, men – uses them up and tosses them aside. Then she meets brilliant young violinist Paul Boray (John Garfield). But this is one toy she can’t break. Instead, her love for Paul brings Helen to the breaking point. In this acclaimed and profound exploration of desire, Crawford makes Helen a rich, layered character torn between selfless love and selfish impulses Garfield matches her as the driven genius. Humoresque’s production values extend to the musical interludes, dubbed by Isaac Stern. Garfield’s dazzling technique is thanks to two real violinists hidden behind him -one to do the fingering and one the bow work. Bravo! New 2024 1080p HD master from 4K scan of the Original Nitrate Camera Negative.

    Wait Till Your Father Gets Home (1972-74): The Complete Series - Warner Archive Collection 

    Wait Till Your Father Gets Home (1972-74): The Complete Series - Warner Archive Collection 

    The Age of Aquarius dawned. Harry Boyle forgot to set his alarm. Inspired by the era of live-action TV series such as All in The Family comes the Hanna-Barbera generation-gap animated comedy Wait Till Your Father Gets Home. Tom Bosley provides the voice of Harry, an affable 40-something Everyman and suburban father of three whose daily routine is anything but when he faces the provocative questions of the make-love-not-war era. Women’s Lib, civil rights, hippies, sexuality, communes and the Cold War are some of the hot button petals in this series’ flower-powered laugh-fest. They’re all part of Harry’s world, where a man’s home is his hassle. This complete series set of two seasons and 48 episodes, is highlighted by guest voice appearances from Monty Hall, Don Knotts, Phyllis Diller and Rich Little. New 2024 1080pHD masters from 4K scans of the original camera negatives.

    That's Entertainment! (1974) - Warner Archive Collection 

    That's Entertainment! (1974) - Warner Archive Collection 

    M-G-M marked its 50th anniversary with this outstanding collection of musical performances from the studio’s reign as the king of the genre during Hollywood’s golden era. Drawing from more than 100 feature films, writer/producer/director Jack Haley Jr.’s compilation took the box-office by storm, becoming one of the highest grossing films of 1974, and brought excerpts from timeless gems from "An American in Paris" to "Ziegfeld Follies to audiences new and old in just 135 magical minutes. For this special occasion, Haley called upon great stars to ‘host’ this brilliantly conceived cinematic event: Fred Astaire, Bing Crosby, Gene Kelly, Peter Lawford, Liza Minnelli, Donald O’Connor, Debbie Reynolds, Mickey Rooney, Frank Sinatra, James Stewart and Elizabeth Taylor. This celebration of the M-G-M musical has been painstakingly remastered from the best existing elements to yield a new presentation that finally does justice to Haley's dazzling cinematic achievement, which cemented the importance of the M-G-M musical's unique place in film history. NEW 2024 1080p HD remaster, re-constructed from original negatives and preservation elements

    Must Love Dogs (2005) - Warner Archive Collection 

    Must Love Dogs (2005) - Warner Archive Collection 

    Pretty pre-school teacher Sarah Nolan (Diane Lane) is divorced, demoralized and dateless – until her sister posts her profile at perfectmatch.com. Now she has lots of dates. With weirdos, weepers, lechers, jocks, and Jake (John Cusack), a soulful boat builder whose idea of true love come straight out of Doctor Zhivago. Jake is attractive, smart and maybe a bit too intense. So Sarah passes him by. And maybe passes up her one real chance for love. With a witty script and irresistible stars (including Christopher Plummer as Sarah’s widowed dad, weaving his own worldwide web of romance, and Stockard Channing as his new lady friend), this romantic comedy is as delightful a surprise as a perfect blind date. Don’t miss out: love could be just a mouse click away!

    The Complete Thin Man Collection (1934-47) - Warner Archive Collection 

    The Complete Thin Man Collection (1934-47) - Warner Archive Collection 

    Now they're together in one Blu-ray collection! The sparkling M-G-M series featured the irresistible William Powell and Myrna Loy chemistry as husband and wife who solved murders with the aid of their wire-haired terrier, Asta. Set in the glamorous world of 1930s and 40s upper-class Manhattan, The Thin Man and its sequels established a timeless standard for witty comedy, clever dialogue and urbane one upmanship. The 6-Disc set includes THE THIN MAN (1934), AFTER THE THIN MAN (1936), ANOTHER THIN MAN (1939), SHADOW OF THE THIN MAN (1941), SONG OF THE THIN MAN (1944) and THE THIN MAN GOES HOME (1947). Each film has been meticulously remastered and restored for Blu-ray, from 4K scans of the best surviving preservation elements. Additionally, each feature in the collection is accompanied by its original theatrical trailer, plus vintage short subjects and animated cartoons to help re-create the way these films were first presented in theaters upon their original release. It’s an essential collection of screen classics that belong in every serious film lover’s library.

    Looney Tunes Collector's Choice: Volume 4 - Warner Archive Collection 

    Looney Tunes Collector's Choice: Volume 4 - Warner Archive Collection 

    Who can resist a Putty Tat versus a monstrous canary, Goofy Gophers who kill their foe with kindness, Babbitt and Catstello hypnotizing the Cat, or Bugs Bunny versus a Yosemite Sam from outer space? You know all the characters on a first name basis: Daffy, Tweety, Sylvester, Speedy, Elmer, Foghorn and Wile E. You know the directors - Chuck Jones, Tex Avery, Friz Freleng, Art Davis and Robert McKimson. You know the cartoons - they are the ones fans and animation aficionados have most asked for, restored to brand new condition, in High Definition, and finally available to own. Twenty-five crown jewels  - with two additional bonus titles (featuring Bugs and Daffy) now presented in their full frame glory. Collectors Choice Vol. 4 - its 100% Looney Tunes! 

    This collection contains:

    • ALONG CAME DAFFY (Friz Freleng, 1947) - Daffy Duck
    • A BONE FOR A BONE, A (Friz Freleng, 1951) - The Goofy Gophers
    • THE CAGEY CANARY, THE (Tex Avery/Bob Clampett, 1941)
    • D’ FIGHTIN’ ONES (Friz Freleng, 1961) - Sylvester
    • DANGEROUS DAN MCFOO (Tex Avery, 1939)
    • DEVIL’S FEUD CAKE (Friz Freleng,1963) - Bugs Bunny and Yosemite Sam
    • DOUBLE CHASER (Friz Freleng, 1942)
    • DOUBLE OR MUTTON (Jones, 1955) - Sam Sheepdog and Ralph Wolf
    • FOX POP (Chuck Jones, 1942)
    • HENHOUSE HENERY (1949, Robert McKimson) Foghorn Leghorn and Henery Hawk
    • HOLIDAY FOR DRUMSTICKS (Arthur Davis, 1949) - Daffy Duck
    • HOPALONG CASUALTY (Chuck Jones, 1960) - Road-Runner and Coyote
    • HYDE AND GO TWEET (Friz Freleng, 1960) - Tweety and Sylvester
    • THE IMPATIENT PATIENT, THE (Norm McCabe, 1942) - Daffy Duck
    • LEGHORN SWOGGLED (Robert McKimson, 1951)  - Foghorn Leghorn
    • MEATLESS FLYDAY (Friz Freleng, 1944)
    • MOUSE-WARMING (Chuck Jones, 1952) - Claude Cat 
    • MOUSE-MERIZED CAT, THE (Robert McKimson, 1946)
    • MUSCLE TUSSLE (Robert McKimson, 1953) – Daffy Duck
    • MUZZLE TOUGH (Friz Freleng, 1954) Tweety and Sylvester
    • PECK UP YOUR TROUBLES (Friz Freleng, 1945)  - Sylvester
    • QUACK SHOT (Robert McKimson, 1954) Daffy Duck and Elmer Fudd
    • ROAD TO ANDALAY (Friz Freleng, 1964) - Sylvester and Speedy Gonzales
    • THE SNEEZING WEASEL (Tex Avery, 1938)
    • STREAMLINED GRETA GREEN (Friz Freleng, 1937)
    • BONUS CARTOONS:
    • LIGHTER THAN HARE (Friz Freleng, 1960) Bugs Bunny
    • STORK NAKED (Friz Freleng, 1955) Daffy Duck

    Pre-orders for Warner Archive's November slate are now live!

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  • Paramount Celebrates 30 Years of Quentin Tarantino's Pulp Fiction with a New 4K UHD Collector's Edition December 3rd

    Posted Mon Sep 30, 2024 at 10:11 AM PDT by
    Pulp Fiction: 30th Anniversary - Limited Edition 4K UHD

    Paramount is bringing Quentin Tarantino's classic Pulp Fiction back to 4K with an Ultra Collector's Edition on December 3. Not only that, the film will be returning to select theatres throughout October.

    The crime-thriller filled with dark humor boasts an all-star cast including John Travolta, Samuel L. Jackson, Uma Thurman, Harvey Keitel, Tim Roth, Amanda Plummer, Maria de Medeiros, Ving Rhames, Eric Stoltz, Rosanna Arquette, Christopher Walken, and Bruce Willis.

     Fans can experience PULP FICTION back on the big screen in glorious 35mm at the following theatres*:

    Vista (Los Angeles) 

    10/4 - 10/10 

    Music Box (IL) 

    10/6, 10/8, 10/10 

    Artcraft (IN) 

    10/6, 10/9 

    Coolidge (MA) 

    10/6, 10/9 

    Alamo South Lamar (TX) 

    10/1, 10/2 

    Trylon (MN) 

    10/3, 10/5, 10/6 

    Metrograph (NY) 

    10/4, 10/5, 10/6 

    Hollywood (OR) 

    10/10 

    Plaza (GA) 

    10/6, 10/7, 10/10 

     *Note that theatre locations and dates are subject to change.

    Critics and audiences worldwide hailed PULP FICTION as the star-studded movie that redefined cinema in the 20th century. Writer-director Quentin Tarantino delivers an unforgettable cast of characters— including a pair of low-rent hit men (John Travolta and Samuel L. Jackson), a gangster's wife (Uma Thurman), and a desperate prize-fighter (Bruce Willis)—in a wildly entertaining and exhilarating adventure of violence and redemption.

    Pulp Fiction - 4K UHD 30th Anniversary Ultra Collector's Edition (Amazon Exclusive) 

    Pulp Fiction - 4K UHD 30th Anniversary Ultra Collector's Edition (Amazon Exclusive) 

    PULP FICTION is presented on both 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray™ in a new Limited-Edition set that also includes extensive legacy bonus content and access to a Digital copy of the film in a collectible premium slipcase, a new slipcover with pop-up artwork, lobby card reproductions, photography select sheet, and decals.   Bonus content is detailed below:

    4K Ultra HD

    • Not the Usual Mindless Boring Getting to Know You Chit Chat                                                             
    • Here are Some Facts on the Fiction                                                             
    • Enhanced Trivia Track

    Blu-ray

    • Not the Usual Mindless Boring Getting to Know You Chit Chat                                   
    • Here Are Some Facts on the Fiction                                       
    • Pulp Fiction: The Facts – Documentary                                 
    • Deleted Scenes                               
    • Behind the Scenes Montages                                    
    • Production Design Featurette                                   
    • Siskel & Ebert "At the Movies"- The Tarantino Generation                                          
    • Independent Spirit Awards                                        
    • Cannes Film Festival – Palme d'Or Acceptance Speech                                  
    • Charlie Rose Show                                        
    • Marketing Gallery                                        
    • Theatrical Trailers                                
    • TV Spots                                   
    • Pulp Fiction Posters                             
    • Academy Award Campaign and Trade Ads                                  
    • Still Galleries                                   
    • Enhanced Trivia Track    
    • Soundtrack Chapters                                                          

    You can pre-order Pulp Fiction: 30th Anniversary - Amazon Exclusive 4K UHD Collector's Edition right now!

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  • 'Speak No Evil' Terrorizes Blu-ray Collectors November 19th

    Posted Mon Sep 30, 2024 at 06:26 AM PDT by
    Speak No Evil (2024) Blu-ray Announcement Physical Media James McAvoy

    After terrorizing theatergoers with a barrage of trailers and a successful box-office take, James Watkins' 2024 thriller 'Speak No Evil' arrives on Blu-ray November 19th - Digital rental/sell-through October 1st! 

    James McAvoy once again dials up the creepiness for James Watkins' 2024 thriller Speak No Evil. No doubt, if you went to the theater at least once in the last six months you probably saw at least three trailers for this film. Over-marketing aside, the film is actually a solid, well-made remake of the 2022 Danish thriller Gæsterne. While the film is still in theaters (and performing relatively well), Universal is pulling something of a Fall Guy and ushering the film onto digital rental and sell-through platforms on October 1st with a Blu-ray disc release due November 19th. "Why no 4K?" you might ask, we have no idea. But, if past is prologue, expect an international 4K disc down the line before a domestic release later on. 

    Speak No Evil (2024) - Blu-ray  

    Here's what's coming our way:
    EXCLUSIVE BONUS FEATURES WHEN YOU BUY AT PARTICIPATING RETAILERS:

    • NUCLEAR FAMILIES - Learn what drew James McAvoy and the rest of the cast to this film, discover what methods they used to embody their roles, and listen as they provide insight into the subtle intricacies surrounding the film’s two families.
    • A HORRIFYING CRESCENDO - Director James Watkins and cast members take you down a dark corridor of psychology as they discuss the navigation of social spaces, dwelling in discomfort, and the grounded horror elements which escalated the story to its formidable final act.
    • THE FARMHOUSE OF HORRORS - Immerse yourself in the farmhouse and learn how this location was reimagined into a place of nightmares as cast and crew walk you through the different production design and camera elements that added to the eeriness of the film.
    • FEATURE COMMENTARY WITH WRITER/DIRECTOR JAMES WATKINS  

    FILMMAKERS:
    Cast: James McAvoy, Mackenzie Davis, Aisling Franciosi, Alix West Lefler, Dan Hough and Scoot McNairy
    Casting By: Terri Taylor, CSA, Ally Conover, CSA Heather Basten, CDG
    Music By: Danny Bensi and Saunder Jurriaans
    Editor: Jon Harris
    Production Designer: James Price
    Director Of Photography: Tim Maurice Jones, BSC
    Executive Producer: Beatriz Sequeira
    Produced By: Jason Blum, Paul Ritchie
    Written For The Screen And Directed By: James Watkins
     
    TECHNICAL INFORMATION BLU-RAY:
    Street Date: July 23, 2024
    UPC Number: 191329267455 (US) / 191329267523 (CDN)
    Layers: BD 50
    Aspect Ratio: 16:9 2.39:1 Widescreen
    Rating: R for some strong violence, language, some sexual content and brief drug use
    Languages/Subtitles: English, French Canadian, Latin American Spanish
    Sound: English (Dolby TrueHD 7.1 for Feature, Dolby Digital 2.0 for Bonus Content), French Canadian (Dolby Digital Plus 7.1), Latin American Spanish (Dolby Digital Plus 7.1)
    Run Time: 01:49:54

    If you're aiming to invite this disc to the collection, Pre-Orders are now live - Happy Collecting!

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  • At Home Everyone Can Hear You Scream When 'Alien: Romulus' Bursts Onto 4KUHD & Blu-ray December 3rd

    Posted Thu Sep 26, 2024 at 07:32 AM PDT by
    Fede Alvarez's Alien: Romulus Coming to 4K UHD, SteelBook, and Blu-ray December 3rd

    After enjoying a box office run that'd make any Xenomorph queen happy, Fede Alvarez's chilling franchise installment Alien: Romulus will chest burst onto your favorite physical media formats on December 3rd (Digital Streaming starts October 15th in time for Halloween). Fans can expect a disc loaded with extras including alternate and extended scenes, and making-of featurettes.  

    When you've got a franchise that's lasted nearly fifty years, it takes a younger director with a unique vision and an eye for viscera to create a chilling new entry in the Alien saga. While not perfect, I'd consider Fede Alvarez's Alien: Romulus a successful outing. Overall I liked how it tied up a few loose strands, gave us a horrifying view of what terraforming might look like, while expanding the franchise into some new territory ahead of the FX series Alien: Earth due out next year. Now on home video, we can digest the film in the comfort of home. Now the official press release was a bit sketchy, didn't give us complete packaging pictures, but there will be a limited edition SteelBook as well as standalone 4k UHD, Blu-ray, and for those still grabbing DVD - that too. 

    Alien: Romulus - 4K UHD Limited Edition SteelBook 

    Update: We now have artwork for the standard 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray release:

    Alien: Romulus - 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray 

    Alien: Romulus - Blu-ray

    Here's all of the bonus features and tech specs: 

    Bonus Features*
    Return to Horror: Crafting Alien: Romulus
    • The Director’s Vision – Discover how one of today’s greatest horror directors, Fede Alvarez, collaborated with master filmmaker Ridley Scott to craft a new, heart-pounding chapter in the Alien franchise.
    • Creating the Story – Learn what inspired the story of Alien: Romulus and see the many easter eggs from previous Alien installments that you may have missed.
    • Casting the Faces – Meet the stars of Alien: Romulus as they take us inside the hearts and minds of their characters. Explore the parallels between Rain and the iconic franchise heroine, Ripley, and learn how filmmakers brought back a face from the past.
    • Constructing the World – Explore the massive, practical sets of Alien: Romulus that hearken back to the futuristic style established in the '80s and get up close and personal with a hoard of practically built facehuggers, chestbursters, and xenomorphs.

    Inside the Xenomorph Showdown – Experience the film’s climactic zero-gravity sequence from every angle as filmmakers break down what it took to make the moment spectacular. From sets and performances, to wirework, stunts, and VFX, see how it all came together.

    Alien: A Conversation – A special conversation with Ridley Scott and Fede Alvarez for the Alien 45th Anniversary theatrical re-release.

    Alternate / Extended Scenes – Check out scenes that didn't make the final cut.

    *Bonus features may vary by product and retailer

    Cast
    Cailee Spaeny as Rain
    David Jonsson as Andy
    Archie Renaux as Tyler
    Isabela Merced as Kay
    Spike Fearn as Bjorn
    Aileen Wu as Navarro

    Produced by
    Ridley Scott
    Michael Pruss
    Walter Hill

    Executive Producers
    Fede Alvarez
    Elizabeth Cantillon
    Tom Moran
    Brent O’Connor

    Based on Characters Created by
    Dan O’Bannon
    Ronald Shusett
    Ridley Scott

    Written by
    Fede Alvarez
    Rodo Sayagues

    Directed by
    Fede Alvarez

    Product Specifications
    Release Date
    Digital: October 15
    Physical: December 3

    Product SKUs
    Digital: 4K UHD, HD, SD
    Digital Bundle: Alien & Alien: Romulus 2-Movie Collection (4K UHD, HD, SD)
    Physical: 4K UHD + Blu-ray + Digital, Limited-Edition Collectible SteelBook (4K UHD, Blu-ray, Digital with SteelBook Packaging), Blu-ray Combo Pack (Blu-ray + DVD+ Digital), & DVD

    Feature Run Time
    Approx. 119 minutes

    Rating
    U.S.: Rated R for bloody violent content and language.

    Disc Size
    4K UHD: 66GB
    Blu-ray: 50GB
    DVD: 8.5GB

    Aspect Ratio
    Digital: 2.39:1
    Physical: 2:39:1

    Audio
    4K: English Dolby Atmos, English AD 2.0 Dolby Digital, Spanish 7.1 Dolby Digital Plus, French 5.1 Dolby Digital, Japanese 7.1 Dolby Digital Plus
    Blu-ray: English 7.1 DTS-HDMA, English AD 2.0 Dolby Digital, Spanish 5.1 Dolby Digital, French 5.1 Dolby Digital
    DVD: Dolby English 5.1, English AD 2.0 Dolby, Spanish 5.1 and French 5.1
    Digital: English Dolby Atmos. Dolby English, Spanish and French 7.1, Dolby English, Spanish and French 5.1, Dolby English, Spanish and French 2.0 and English 2.0 Audio Description

    Subtitles
    4K: English SDH, Japanese S, Spanish, French
    Blu-ray: English SDH, Spanish, French
    DVD: English Line 21, English SDH, Spanish, French
    Digital: English Closed Captioning, Full Subtitles and Hard of Hearing (SDH/HOH), French Closed Captioning, Forced Narratives, Full Subtitles, and Hard of Hearing (SDH/HOH). Spanish Closed Captioning, Forced Narratives and Full Subtitles 

    This one isn't up for preorder yet and like I mentioned we don't have artwork for the standard 4K or Blu-ray sets, but those should be out soon. Happy Collecting! 

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  • You're Not Imagining 'Harold and the Purple Crayon' Arriving on Blu-ray on October 10th

    Posted Wed Sep 25, 2024 at 09:26 AM PDT by
    Harold and the Purple Crayon is coming to Blu-ray October 10th

    Starring Shazam! actor Zachary Levi as the grown-up Harold, Sony is set to release Harold and the Purple Crayon on Blu-ray and DVD on October 10.  Available now digitally.  

    The fantastical adventure film stars Zachary Levi, Lil Rel Howery, Jemaine Clement, Tanya Reynolds, with Alfred Molina and Zooey Deschanel, and is verified Hot on Rotten Tomatoes.

    Inside of his book, adventurous Harold (Zachary Levi) can make anything come to life simply by drawing it. After he grows up and draws himself into the physical world, Harold finds he has a lot to learn about the real world. When the power of unlimited imagination falls into the wrong hands, it will take all of Harold and his friends’ creativity to save both the real world and his own.

    Harold and the Purple Crayon 

    Harold and the Purple Crayon 

    SPECIAL FEATURES 
    BLU-RAY™, DVD & DIGITAL EXTRAS

    • How to Draw Harold, Porcupine & Moose
    • “Colors” Sing Along
    • How Do You Spell Imagination?
    • Deleted & Extended Scenes

    CAST AND CREW
    Directed by: 
    Carlos Saldanha
    Produced by: John Davis
    Screenplay by: David Guion & Michael Handelman
    Based on the book by: Crockett Johnson
    Executive Producers: Jeremy Stein, Jenny Hinkey
    Cast: Zachary Levi,  Lil Rel Howery,   Jemaine Clement,   Tanya Reynolds, with Alfred Molina and Zooey Deschanel

    SPECS
    Run Time: 
    Approx. 90 minutes
    Rating: PG for MILD ACTION AND THEMATIC ELEMENTS

    Blu-ray™: 1080p High Definition / 1.85:1 • Audio: English, French (Doublé au Québec) 5.1 DTS-HD MA, Spanish, English & French  (Doublé au Québec) Audio Description Tracks 5.1 Dolby Digital • Subtitles: English, English SDH, French, Spanish • Mastered in High Definition • Color • Some of The Information Listed May Not Apply To Special Features.
    DVD: 1.85:1 Anamorphic Widescreen • Audio: English, French (Doublé au Québec), Spanish 5.1 Dolby Digital, English & French (Doublé au Québec) Audio Description Tracks Dolby Surround • Subtitles: English, English SDH, French, Spanish • Color • Some of The Information Listed May Not Apply To Special Features.

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  • Zoë Kravtiz’s Blink Twice Cordially Invites You to a Blu-ray Party on November 5

    Posted Wed Sep 25, 2024 at 08:54 AM PDT by
    Blink Twice - Blu-ray

    Warner Brothers and Amazon MGM Studios will be bringing the thriller/mystery Blink Twice to Blu-ray on November 5.

    The film is Zoë Kravtiz’s directorial debut and stars Naomi Ackie, Channing Tatum, Christian Slater, Geena Davis, Kyle MacLachlan, Haley Joel Osment, Simon Rex, Adria Arjona and Alia Shawkat, and is rated R.

    When tech billionaire Slater King (Channing Tatum) meets cocktail waitress Frida (Naomi Ackie) at his fundraising gala, sparks fly. He invites her to join him and his friends on a dream vacation on his private island. It's paradise. Wild nights blend into sun soaked days and everyone's having a great time. No one wants this trip to end, but as strange things start to happen, Frida begins to question her reality. There is something wrong with this place. She'll have to uncover the truth if she wants to make it out of this party alive.

    Blink Twice
     

    You can pre-order Blink Twice Now! 

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  • Marvel Jesus 'Deadpool & Wolverine' Storms onto Multiple 4K UHD, SteelBook, and Blu-ray Releases October 22nd!

    Posted Wed Sep 25, 2024 at 07:19 AM PDT by
    Deadpool and Wolverine - Coming to 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray 4K UHD SteelBook Walmart Exclusive Blu-ray October 22

    After a smash box office run, Deadpool and Wolverine is locked and loaded for a massive run on Physical Media. Fans can pick up multiple 4K UHD SteelBooks, a Walmart-exclusive Blu-ray, or just plain simple standard editions if they want - but where's the fun in that? 

    Take a Forrest Bump and get ready to grab Deadpool and Wolverine on your favorite disc-based media format! 'Deadpool & Wolverine' not only managed to resurrect Hugh Jackman's career-defining character, but it also brought the MCU box office back to life after several expensive misfires or flat-out bombs. While the film is still raking in the bucks at the box office, Disney/Marvel is going to do something scary and drop Deadpool and Wolverine onto 4K UHD and Blu-ray with several specialty packaging options on October 22nd. 

    Marvel Studios presents their most significant mistake to date – Deadpool & Wolverine. A listless Wade Wilson toils away in civilian life. His days as the morally flexible mercenary, Deadpool, behind him. When his home world faces an existential threat, Wade must reluctantly suit up again with an even more reluctantlier... reluctanter? Reluctantest? He must convince a reluctant Wolverine to... oh hell, just watch the movie. Synopses are stupid.

    Here's what's coming our way - 

    Deadpool & Wolverine - 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray 

    Deadpool & Wolverine - 4K UHD Limited Edition Deadpool SteelBook

    Deadpool & Wolverine - 4K UHD Limited Edition Wolverine SteelBook 

    Deadpool & Wolverine - Blu-ray

    Deadpool & Wolverine - Walmart Deadpool Corps Pop-Up Packaging 

    Now here's what you can expect to get on disc:

    Bonus Features*
    • Finding Madonna: Making the Oner – Director Shawn Levy and Ryan Reynolds break down a historic scene in the film: the “Oner,” which highlights the first fight in which Deadpool and Wolverine finally unite.
    • Practical Approach: Celebrating the Art of Ray Chan – A tribute to longtime Marvel Studios collaborator Ray Chan, who sadly passed away in 2024 – the cast and crew recall anecdotes and echo the resounding positive effects of filming on the set he helped design, full of intricate details and Easter eggs.
    • Loose Ends: The Legacy Heroes – Ryan Reynolds, Shawn Levy, and the cast and crew go through some of the mind-blowing cameos and the characters who finally get their deserved endings. They cover the intensive choreographed sequences, updated costumes, and assembling the iconic team.
    • Wolverine – Hugh Jackman describes the return to his iconic role as Wolverine. Cast and crew discuss how he picks up his yellow and blue suit for the first time, brings variety to the role, and continues his legacy from previous films.
    • Filmmaker Commentary – Listen to audio commentary by director Shawn Levy and actor Ryan Reynolds.
    • Gag Reel – Watch some hilarious outtakes on set with the cast and crew of Deadpool & Wolverine
    • Deleted Scenes
      • Elevator Ride – Paradox explains the sacred timeline to Deadpool as they walk around the TVA.
      • Do Nothing – B-15 instructs Paradox to stay out of trouble, rejecting his efforts to take action.
      • Daddy’s In Love – B-15 and Peter strike up a romance. Peter announces he is in love to his friends, Headpool and Kidpool.
    • “Fun Sack”
      • Dr. Deadpool – Dr. Deadpool, Ph.D. very kindly informs us of the risks of testicular cancer and tries to convince Hugh Jackman to do a live checkup.
      • Product Review – Deadpool shows off some toys and trinkets from the franchise, including one top-secret item that may or may not be a spoiler.
      • Wade is Back – Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman promote a movie...but Ryan misleads Hugh on just exactly which movie they are there for.

    *Bonus features may vary by product and retailer

    Cast
    Ryan Reynolds as Wade Wilson / Deadpool
    Hugh Jackman as Logan / Wolverine
    Emma Corrin as Cassandra Nova
    Matthew Macfadyen as Mr. Paradox
    Dafne Keen as Laura / X-23
    Jon Favreau as Happy Hogan
    Morena Baccarin as Vanessa
    Rob Delaney as Peter
    Leslie Uggams as Blind Al
    Karan Soni as Dopinder
    Jennifer Garner as Elektra
    Wesley Snipes as Blade
    Channing Tatum as Gambit
    Chris Evans as Johnny Storm

    Produced by
    Kevin Feige (p.g.a.), Shawn Levy (p.g.a.), Ryan Reynolds (p.g.a.) & Lauren Shuler Donner

    Executive Producers
    Louis D’Esposito, Wendy Jacobson, Mary McLaglen, Josh McLaglen, Rhett Reese, Paul Wernick, George Dewey & Simon Kinberg

    Written by
    Ryan Reynolds, Rhett Reese, Paul Wenick, Zeb Wells & Shawn Levy

    Directed by
    Shawn Levy

    Product Specifications
    Release Date
    Digital: October 1, 2024
    Physical: October 22, 2024

    Product SKUs
    Digital: 4K UHD, HD, SD
    Physical: Cinematic Universe Edition (4K UHD + Blu-ray + Digital Code); Deadpool SteelBook Packaging (4K UHD + Blu-ray + Digital Code); Wolverine SteelBook Packaging (4K UHD + Blu-ray + Digital Code); Blu-ray Combo Pack (Blu-ray + Digital Code); and DVD
    Retail Physical Exclusive: Walmart Deadpool Corps Pop-Up Packaging (Blu-ray™ + Digital Code)
    Digital Bundle: Deadpool 3-Movie Collection (Digital 4K / HD / SD)

    Feature Run Time
    Approx. 128 minutes

    Rating
    U.S.: R
    Canada: 14A

    Disc Size
    4K UHD: 66GB
    Blu-ray: 50GB
    DVD: 8.5GB

    Aspect Ratio
    Digital: Widescreen 2.39:1
    Physical: Widescreen 2.39:1

    Audio
    4K: English Dolby Atmos and 2.0 Dolby Digital Descriptive Audio, Spanish and French 5.1 Dolby Digital Language Tracks
    Blu-ray: English 7.1 DTS-HDMA and 2.0 Dolby Digital Descriptive Audio, Spanish and French 5.1 Dolby Digital Language Tracks
    DVD: English, Spanish and French 5.1 Dolby Digital and English 2.0 Dolby Digital Descriptive Audio Language Tracks
    Digital: English Dolby Atmos (UHD only, some platforms), English 5.1 & 2.0 Dolby Digital, Spanish 5.1 & 2.0 Dolby Digital, French 5.1 & 2.0 Dolby Digital, English Descriptive Audio 2.0 Dolby Digital (some platforms)

    Subtitles
    4K: English SDH, Spanish and French
    Blu-ray: English SDH, Spanish and French
    DVD: English SDH, Spanish and French
    Digital: English SDH, Spanish and French (some platforms)

    And that's everything fit to print. We haven't seen anything on the foreign markets yet to indicate a 4K/3D Blu-ray release from Japan, but we'll be keeping an eye out for that! As of this writing Pre-orders aren't yet live but as soon as they are - we'll update listings ASAP! Time for a little White Girl Interrupted. 

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  • Kevin Smith's 'The 4:30 Movie' Sneaks into a 4K UHD SteelBook and Blu-ray on November 5

    Posted Tue Sep 24, 2024 at 12:59 PM PDT by
    Kevin Smith's The 4:30 Movie - 4K UHD SteelBook & Blu-ray Coming November 2024

    Kevin Smith's semi-autobiographical teen comedy 'The 4:30 Movie' will be showing on 4K UHD SteelBook and Blu-ray on November 5 from Lionsgate. The 4K is an Amazon-exclusive and will offer Smith's latest antics in Dolby Vision HDR & Atmos audio. 

    The film stars Ken Jeong and Justin Long, with several cameos including Rosario Dawson, Jason Lee, Adam Pally, Jason Biggs, and more, and is rated R.

    Writer-director Kevin Smith presents his most personal film to date with this coming-of-age story— set in the summer of 1986 — that follows three sixteen-year-old friends who spend their Saturdays sneaking into movies at the local cineplex. When one of the guys invites the girl of his dreams to see an R-rated film, all hilarity breaks loose, as a self-important theater manager (Ken Jeong) and teen rivalries interfere with his best-laid plans. Justin Long, Rosario Dawson, Jason Biggs, and more contribute outrageous characters to this poignant comic valentine to moviegoing and the youth of the '80s.

    The 4:30 Movie - Amazon Exclusive 4K UHD SteelBook

     

    The 4:30 Movie - Blu-ray 

     

    Special Features and Technical Specs:

    • DOLBY VISION/HDR PRESENTATION OF THE FILM
    • DOLBY ATMOS AUDIO TRACK
    • Audio commentary with Kevin Smith
    • Going Home Again: Making the 4:30 Movie
    • Theatrical trailer
    • Optional English SDH subtitles for the main feature

    You can pre-order The 4:30 Movie now and included below is the press announcement:


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    “A funny and sweet coming-of-age story that sparkles with wit, wisdom and warmth.”

    -Avi Offer, NYC Movie Guru

    “Kevin Smith’s…best movie in years”

    -Stephen Silver, Splice Today

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    Electronic Sell-Through Street Date: 10/1/2024

    Blu-ray™ + DVD + Digital / Video on Demand Street Date: 11/5/24

    Amazon-Exclusive 4K + Blu-ray™ + Digital SteelBook® Street Date: 11/5/24

    Video on Demand SRP: $5.99

    Electronic Sell-Through SRP: $14.99

    Blu-ray™ + DVD + Digital SRP: $24.99

    Amazon-Exclusive 4K + Blu-ray + Digital SteelBook SRP: $34.99



    PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

    From writer-director Kevin Smith (Clerks, Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back) comes the semi-autobiographical teen comedy The 4:30 Movie, which follows three sixteen-year-old friends who spend their Saturdays sneaking into movies at the local cineplex. The 4:30 Movie arrives on Electronic Sell-Through on October 1, and Video on Demand, Blu-ray™ + DVD + Digital, and Amazon-exclusive 4K + Blu-ray + Digital SteelBook on November 5 from Lionsgate. In addition to hilarious performances from Ken Jeong and Justin Long, The 4:30 Movie is a revolving door of cameos including Rosario Dawson, Jason Lee, Adam Pally, Jason Biggs, and others, and will be available for the suggested retail prices of $5.99 for Video on Demand, $14.99 for Electronic Sell-Through, $24.99 for Blu-ray™ + DVD + Digital, and $34.99 for Amazon-exclusive 4K + Blu-ray + Digital SteelBook. 

     

    OFFICIAL SYNOPSIS

    Writer-director Kevin Smith presents his most personal film to date with this coming-of-age story— set in the summer of 1986 — that follows three sixteen-year-old friends who spend their Saturdays sneaking into movies at the local cineplex. When one of the guys invites the girl of his dreams to see an R-rated film, all hilarity breaks loose, as a self-important theater manager (Ken Jeong) and teen rivalries interfere with his best-laid plans. Justin Long, Rosario Dawson, Jason Biggs, and more contribute outrageous characters to this poignant comic valentine to moviegoing and the youth of the '80s.

     

    SPECIAL FEATURES

    • Audio Commentary with Writer-Director Kevin Smith

    • Going Home Again: Making The 4:30 Movie

    • Theatrical Trailer

     

    CAST

    Austin Zajur Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark, Clerks III

    Nicholas Cirillo “Outer Banks,” “She-Hulk: Attorney at Law”

    Reed Northrup “Teenage Euthanasia,” “High Maintenance”

    Siena Agudong “Resident Evil,” F9: The Fast Saga

    Ken Jeong The Hangover, Crazy Rich Asians



    PROGRAM INFORMATION

    Year of Production: 2023

    Title Copyright: © 2024 First Avenue Productions, LLC. Artwork & Supplementary Materials © 2024 Saban Films LLC. All Rights Reserved.

    Type: Theatrical

    Rating: R

    Genre: Comedy

    Closed-Captioned: N/A

    Run Time: 88 minutes

    Subtitles: Spanish, English SDH

    4K Format: 16x9 (1.85:1) 2160p High Definition

    4K Audio: English Dolby Atmos

    Blu-ray Format: 16x9 (1.85:1) 1080p 23.98 High Definition

    Blu-ray Audio: English Dolby Atmos

    DVD Format: 16x9 (1.85:1)

    DVD Audio: English 5.1 Dolby Audio

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