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We’re closing out the week with a new review from the esteemed Jim Hemphill, this time looking at a 1975 exploitation classic from William Girdler. That’s right, it’s Sheba, Baby, starring the legendary Pam Grier. And if you’re a fan of the film, you certainly won’t want to miss out on the fantastic new Blu-ray release from Arrow Video. Check out all the details here.
In announcement news today, Lionsgate has set Standoff for Blu-ray, DVD, and digital release on 4/12. The film stars Laurence Fishburne and Thomas Jane. [Read on here…]
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The Weinstein Company, Starz and Anchor Bay have officially set Quentin Tarantino’s The Hateful Eight for Blu-ray and DVD release on 3/29 (SRP $39.99 and $29.98). The digital HD release is due on 3/15. Running time is 168 minutes (the Theatrical Cut only), aspect ratio is 2.76:1, and audio is 5.1 DTS HD-MA. Note that the Blu-ray includes only 2 featurettes by way of extras (Beyond the Eight: A Behind-the-Scenes Look and Sam Jackson’s Guide to Glorious 70mm). This, plus the fact that the 187-minute Roadshow Version is not included, suggests a more elaborate Blu-ray release is already planned for later this year. Because of course there is. [Read on here…]
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All right, we’re kicking things off today with a pair of new Blu-ray Disc reviews. Our own Joe Marchese offers his thoughts on Robert Parrish’s The Wonderful Country (1959) from Kino Lorber’s Studio Classics line. Also, Tim has just posted an epic report in which he savors the pleasures of Scream Factory’s new The Vincent Price Collection III on Blu-ray, which streets today. Do give them both a look. [Read on here…]
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Sony Pictures Home Entertainment has just announced that Concussion will be released day and date on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray on 3/29, along with regular Blu-ray, DVD, and digital. The 4K UHD will include 4K resolution, HDR, Dolby Atmos (compatible with 7.1 Dolby TrueHD) and the film and special features on Blu-ray as well. Those Blu-ray features will include 9 deleted scenes, audio commentary with director Peter Landesman, and 2 featurettes (Crafting Concussion and Inside the True Story). You can see the 4K UHD and Blu-ray cover artwork below. [Read on here…]
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With the President’s Day holiday going here in the States, there’s not a great deal of announcement news to report on this afternoon. However, we do have a couple interesting odds and ends worth mentioning...
BBC Home Entertainment will release Orphan Black: Season Four on Blu-ray and DVD on 7/12. [Read on here…]