10/3/2008 10:29:26 AM, by Bill Binder

Universal is ready to release the action packed Wanted to DVD and Blu-ray this winter.
The set will contain an alternate opening and extended scenes, cast bios, featurettes on stunts, speciall effects, the director and the origins of the story, motion comics and a preview of the video game. The Blu-ray version will also contain U Control and BD Live content.
Arriving on December 2nd, the discs will be a welcome addition to action fans.

10/3/2008 10:29:07 AM, by Bill Binder

Little Britain USA, the younger sibling of the popular BBC comedy only debuted on HBO last week, but the first season is already lined up for DVD.
One of the most successful British comedies of all time is coming to America! Meet Matt Lucas and David Walliams, who are bringing their smash hit Little Britain stateside with the all-new HBO series Little Britain USA. The series will feature familiar Lucas/Walliams personas from their original show, as well as new characters created expressly for this series.
The first season of six episodes will be released on DVD with audio commentary on all episodes, deleted scenes, a making of featurette and bloopers.
The set will arrive on January 13th with a suggested retail price of $29.98.

10/3/2008 10:28:48 AM, by Bill Binder

All the buzz is surrounding the Blu-ray releases from Criterion, but there are some great DVDs coming as well. Samel Fuller's White Dog and the Lars von Trier drama Europa are both on the way.
Europa will arrive with audio commentary (in Danish - with subtitles), featurettes, interviews and a short film. White Dog will contain interviews with several people involved in the film (including dog trainers).
White Dog arrives on December 2nd for $29.98 and Europa arrives a week later for $39.95.

10/3/2008 9:56:58 AM, by Guido Henkel

New Line Home Entertainment has added Tony Scott’s movie Domino to their Blu-Ray Disc line-up, scheduling the title for January.
Tony Scott brings his relentless visual style and rapid-fire storytelling to this gritty tale based on true events. Keira Knightley stars as Domino Harvey, L.A.'s most notorious bounty hunter who left a life of privilege in Beverly Hills for a life of danger.
Like the DVD version of the film, this Blu-Ray disc will be filled with bonus materials, such as a Commentary Track with Tony Scott and writer Richard Kelly. Also included are Script Notes and story development commentary with Tony Scott, Zack Schiff-Abrams, Richard Kelly and Tom Waits. Look for Deleted Scenes also, and the Featurette "I am a Bounty Hunter" taking a look at the real Domino Harvey's Life. Bounty Hunting on Acid is a featurette on the movie’s visual style. The release is rounded out by the movie’s Theatrical Trailer.
“Domino” arrives in high definition on January 20 for $28.99.

10/3/2008 9:38:13 AM, by Guido Henkel

Genius Products has just added Blu-Ray Disc versions of the Grindhouse films Death Proof and Planet Terror to their winter release line-up.
Director Quentin Tarantino delivers an adrenaline shot to the heart with Death Proof, that features exhilarating high-speed action, jaw-dropping stunts, and some of the most quotable lines since “Pulp Fiction.” Kurt Russell stars as a sociopathic stuntman whose taste for stalking sexy young ladies gets him into big trouble when he tangles with the wrong gang of badass babes. Their confrontation escalates to a hair-raising, 18-minute automotive duel with one of the girls strapped to the hood of a thundering Dodge Challenger.
The release will feature the extended and unrated cut of the film in a 1080p high def transfer with Dolby Digital audio. Expect to see all the extras from the DVD version to make their way to this high definition version also.
In Planet Terror, director Robert Rodriguez returns to the horror genre with a rip-roaring, zombie-infested rollercoaster of a movie. Rose McGowan, Freddy Rodriguez, Bruce Willis, and an all-star cast fight for their lives in the ultimate showdown between an army of flesh-eating mutants and a motley group of rag-tag survivors. Featuring one of the most memorable screen heroines ever and the now-legendary mock Machete trailer.
This film will also be released in an extended and uncut version in 1080p high definition, complemented by a Dolby Digital audio track. Coming as a 2-disc set, all the extras from the DVD version will also be carried over, making this one an exciting release to look forward to.
“Death Proof” and “Planet Terror” will make their Blu-Ray debuts on December 16. “Death Proof” will carry a $28.95 sticker price, while the 2-disc Blu-Ray set of “Planet Terror” will cost $34.95.

10/2/2008 10:04:50 AM, by Guido Henkel

20th Century Fox Home Entertainment has just announced to new additions to their Holiday Blu-Ray line-up. Coming in time for Christmas, Home alone and Jingle All The Way will arrive on the format.
Home Alone is of course everyone's favorite Christmas caper starring Macaulay Culkin as a little boy who’s being left behind when his family rushes off for Christmas vacation.
Featuring a 1080p transfer that is complemented by a DTS 5.1 HD audio track, the release will also feature the bonus materials previously found on the “Family Fun Edition” DVD version. Look for a Commentary Track by director Chris Columbus, Deleted Scenes, Interviews and Featurettes.
Jingle All The Way tells the story of Howard Langston (Arnold Schwarzenegger) is determined to get his son (Jake Lloyd) the year's most popular toy, the Turbo Man action figure. But he’s a little late. It is Christmas Even and everywhere he goes, it's sold out. Soon, Howard finds himself in a crazed battle against time, crowds and a maniacal postman (Sinbad) who's as determined as Howard to find Turbo Man!
Featuring a 1080p transfer and DTS 5.1 HD audio, the release will also contain the extras found on the previously released “Family Fun Edition.” Therefore, look for the Featurettes “Turbo Man Behind The Mask,” “Super Kids” and “The Making Of A Hero.”
“Home alone: Family Fun Edition” and “Jingle All The Way: Family Fun Edition” will be in stores on December 2 for $34.99 each.

10/2/2008 10:04:04 AM, by Guido Henkel

MGM Home Entertainment has just added Rob Reiner’s cult parody This Is Spinal Tap to their Blu-Ray disc line-up.
You're about to get personal with one of music history's greatest -- and loudest -- heavy metal bands...Spinal Tap!
Whether or not you're a die-hard fan of the group, you'll love this detailed "rockumentary" of England's legendary Spinal Tap. Acclaimed commercial director, Marty DiBergi, takes you behind-the-scenes for an intimate look at a band whose time has come...and gone...and come again...and... Through interviews, rare footage and lots of music -- including classic Tap tunes like "Big Bottom" and "Hell Hole" -- you'll get acquainted with David St. Hubbins (lead guitar), Nigel Tufnel (lead guitar), Derek Smalls (lead bass) and every drummer who ever lived -- and died -- for this renowned rock band.
Be a part of the sights, sounds and smells of this celebrated heavy metal phenomenon. It's an experience you'll never forget.
This absolute cult favorite arrives on Blu-Ray with a 1080p high definition transfer and a DTS 5.1 HD audio track, making the best of the bombastic metal sound track. No extras have been announced yet but it would be surprising if it wouldn’t carry over the extras found from the numerous DVD versions that have been released over the years.
“This Is Spinal Tap” arrives on January 20 with a $34.99 price tag attached.

10/2/2008 10:01:28 AM, by Bill Binder

Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story will be hopping over to Blu-ray later this year from Fox.
The Blu-ray will be essentially a straight port of the extras from the existing unrated DVD. The film will be presented in 1080p with DTS-HD Master Audio along with an audio commentary, deleted scenes, a gag reel and featurettes.
The Blu-ray will carry the unrated version of the film with a suggested retail price of $34.99 when it arrives on December 9th.