Asian cinema specialist Tai Seng Entertainment has just announced to bring Assembly to Blu-Ray in December.
Acclaimed Mainland Chinese director Feng Xiao-gang (A World Without Thieves, The Banquet) brings the little known Chinese Civil War into light with this powerful and unflinching film based on a true story. Captain Gu of the Communist Chinese Army's Ninth Company must prevent a mineral mine from being fallen to the approaching Nationalist KMT army. As Gu and his soldiers wait for their army's bugle assembly call which may never come, he must decide whether to retreat or fight to the last man. His decision and its consequences will haunt him for the rest of his life.
Praised by critics worldwide as China's answer to Spielberg's “Saving Private Ryan” with its equally visceral and riveting battle sequences, Assembly is not only an unforgettable war epic, it is also a moving tale of honor, heroism, and sacrifice.
The Blu-Ray version will feature 1080p high definition transfer of the 2007 movie, complete with a DTS 5.1 HD MAster Audio track in Mandarin as well as audio tracks in a variety of additional languages. Like the previously released DVD version, the Blu-Ray Disc will feature a Making Of Featurette and the movie’s Trailer.
“Assembly" will arrive in stores around the country on December 29 for $29.95.
Starting immediately, Warner Home Video has launched a new program that allows movie owners to upgrade their DVDs to high definition Blu-Ray versions across Warner’s own catalog.
The initiative is called DVD2Blu and allows consumers to select from over 50 of Warner Home Video’s most sought-after titles to upgrade including “Body of Lies,” “A Christmas Story” and “Michael Clayton.”
Through DVD2Blu, consumers can now experience their favorite movies again for the very first time in stunning 1080p picture quality and crisp, superior sound that only comes from a Blu-ray Disc. Titles such as “Training Day,” “Deliverance” and “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” can be upgraded for as little as $7.95 plus shipping. Consumers who place orders over $25 will receive free shipping.
The process is simple, just visit the DVD2Blu website, select the titles you want to upgrade, then mail in your standard DVDs with pre-paid postage and a short time later you will receive copies of the same film on Blu-ray Disc. A complete list of available and eligible titles is available on the DVD2Blu website.
Universal Home Entertainment has just added a DVD set of the somewhat short-lived 1990 TV series She-Wolf of London to their line-up, bringing The Complete Series to your home in February.
In the tradition of Universal’s famed collection of monsters comes “She-Wolf of London”. Beautiful American grad student Randi Wallace (Kate Hodge) never suspected that traveling to England to study with handsome mythology professor Ian Matheson (Neil Dickson) would change her life forever. While conducting research on the misty and mysterious English moors, Randi is attacked and bitten by a werewolf. Now cursed to transform into a bloodthirsty werewolf during every full moon, the two must find a way to save her. Follow their adventures from London to L.A. as they search for a cure, battle supernatural forces and the romantic feelings they have for one another.
Arriving as a 4-disc DVD set, the release will feature all 20 episodes that make up the series in their original fullframe aspect ration, complemented by Dolby Digital Stereo audio tracks. Unfortunately no bonus materials will be included.
“She-Wolf of London: The Complete Series” takes a bite out of your video store on February 2.
20th Century Fox Home Entertainment has added a DVD version of Steven Seagal’s actioner The Keeper to their January schedule.
Steven Seagal unleashes his wrath – and his fists – in this fast-paced thriller about an ex-cop caught in a web of deceit, racism and murder. Chock full of high-octane stunts and eye-popping action, “The Keeper” is a nonstop adrenaline rush. Double-crossed by his rogue partner and forced to retire, Los Angeles street cop Rolland Sallinger (Seagal) accepts a gig guarding the beautiful daughter of a wealthy businessman. But when mobsters kidnap the girl, Rolland’s job turns from protector to hunter as he untangles a dangerous web of lies and murder. Now, in a race against time, Rolland must use his wits, weapons and brute force to get her back – before it’s too late.
The release will feature an anamorphic widescreen transfer of the film with Dolby Digital 5.1 audio. No bonus materials have been announced at this time.
“The Keeper” is scheduled to make an appearance on January 19 for $22.98.
Warner Home Video has added a 20th Anniversary Edition of Martin Scorsese’s Goodfellas to their release schedule, bringing the mob movie to Blu-Ray Disc in February.
When Martin Scorsese, one of the world's most skillful and respected directors, reunited two-time Oscar winner Robert De Niro in “GoodFellas,” the result was one of the most powerful films of the year. Based on the true-life best seller “Wiseguy” by Nicholas Pileggi and backed by a dynamic pop/rock oldies soundtrack, critics and filmgoers alike declared “GoodFellas” great. It was named 1990's best film by the New York, Los Angeles and National Society of Film Critics. And it earned six Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture and Best Director. Robert De Niro received wide recognition for his performance as veteran criminal Jimmy "The Gent" Conway. And as the volatile Tommy DeVito, Joe Pesci walked off with the Best Supporting Actor Oscar. Academy Award nominee Lorraine Bracco, Ray Liotta and Paul Sorvino also turned in electrifying performance. You have to see it to believe it-then watch again. GoodFellas explores the criminal life like no other movie.
Featuring a high definition transfer with high def audio, the release will also contain a series of bonus materials, such as Two Commentary Tracks, featuring the likes of Martin Scorsese, Ray Liotta, Lorraine Bracco, Paul Sorvino, Frank Vincent, Co-Screenwriter Nicholas Pileggi, Producers Irwin Winkler and Barbara De Fina, Cinematographer Michael Ballhaus and Editor Thelma Schoonmaker.
Also included is the Featurette“Cop and Crook” with Henry Hill and Former FBI Agent Edward McDonald, as well as the Production Featurettes“Getting Made,” “Made Men: The GoodFelllas Legacy” and ”The Workaday Gangster”. A number of Storyboard-to-Screen Comparisons are also included as well as the DVD Documentary and the movie’s Theatrical Trailer.
The release is rounded out by the Classic Gangster-Themed Cartoons”I Like Mountain Music,” “She Was an Acrobat’s Daughter,” “Racketeer Rabbit” and “Bugs and Thugs.”.
“Goodfellas: 20th Anniversary will be in stores on February 16 for $34.99.
20th Century Fox Home Entertainment has added producer Ivan Reitman’s latest comedy, Post Grad, to their release line-up, bringing the film to DVD and Blu-Ray Disc in January.
When her carefully constructed life begins to unravel, an aspiring book editor wonders if she’ll ever live up to her own high expectations. Ryden Malby (Alexis Bledel) has a master plan. Graduate college, get a great job, hang out with her best friend (Zach Gilford) and find the perfect guy. But her plan spins hilariously out of control when she’s forced to move back home with her eccentric family. By the time she lands her dream job, Ryden realizes it’s meaningless without the man of her dreams...and the people she loves. Michael Keaton, Carol Burnett and Jane Lynch co-star in this offbeat romantic comedy from producer Ivan Reitman that proves you can still end up on top, even when your life is turned upside-down!
The DVD version will feature an anamorphic widescreen transfer of the movie with Dolby Digital 5.1 audio, while the Blu-Ray version will present the film in 1080p high definition with a DTS HD Master audio track. In terms of bonus materials, both releases will be pretty much identical, though the Blu-Ray version will feature some of these materials in high definition also.
Include on the release are Deleted and Alternate Scenes as well as Real Life Advice with Alexis Bledel and Zach Gilford. There will be a series of Featurettes on the disc, including ”Know Your Strengths: Career Advice,” “How Not To Get A Job,” “A Guide To Moving Back Home,” “Dress For Success,” “Find Your Match! The Best Job For You,” “What Not To Wear” and ”Post Grad Confidential”. The release will be rounded out by the “One Day” Music Video By Zach Gilford.
“Post Grad” finds its way into store on January 12 for $29.99 on DVD and $39.99 on Blu-Ray Disc.
We just received word from Paramount Home Entertainment that in February we will see JAG: The Final Season arrive on DVD, completing the TV series.
A one-hour, dramatic series JAG (military terminology for Judge Advocate General) is an adventure drama about an elite legal wing of officers trained as lawyers who investigate, prosecute and defend those accused of crimes in the military, including murder, treason and terrorism. A Navy Commander ace pilot turned lawyer Harmon “Harm” Rabb, Jr. (David James Elliott) and by-the-book Marine Lieutenant Colonel Sarah “Mac” MacKenzie (Catherine Bell) find themselves clashing as they traverse the globe together to search for and discover the truth.
The DVD set will feature all episodes of this tenth season in its original fullframe format with Dolby Digital Stereo audio. Just as the previous DVD set of the show, this 5-disc DVD set will not contain any notable extras.
“JAG: The Final Season” will be in storeso n February 9 for $58.99.
20th Century Fox Home Entertainment has added Jennifer’s Body, starring hot new starlet Megan Fox, to their release line-up, scheduling the film to appear on DVD and Blu-Ray Disc in December.
In every school there’s one girl, every girl wants to be friends with…and every guy would die for. Sexy temptress Megan Fox (Transformers) is hotter than hell as Jennifer, a gorgeous, seductive cheerleader who takes evil to a whole new level after she’s possessed by a sinister demon. Steamy action and gore galore ensue as the male student body succumbs to Jennifer’s insatiable appetite for human flesh. Now it’s up to her best friend (Amanda Seyfried) to stop the demonic diva’s reign of terror before it’s too late!
The DVD version will feature the movi’es Theatrical Cut and Extended Cut on the same disc, accompanied by a Commentary Track by director Karyn Kusama and Writer Diablo Cody on the theatrical cut, and director Karyn Kusama by herself on the extended cut.
The Blu-Ray version will arrive as a 2-disc set, featuring both cuts of the film also, including the Commentary Tracks from the DVD version. In addition, you will find Six Deleted Scenes on the disc, as well as a Gag Reel. The Featurette”Jennifer’s Body: The Dead Pool” is also included as well as Four Video Diaries. Look for the Featurettes”Megan Fox Is HOT,” “Megan Fox “Peer Pressure” PSA” and Fox Movie Channel Presents ‘Life After Film School’ with Writer Diablo Cody on the disc also. The release will feature a Digital Copy of the movie on the second disc.
“Jennifer’s Body” will hit video stores on December 29 for $29.99 on DVD and $39.99 on Blu-Ray Disc.
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