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Category Archives: Blu-Ray & DVD
The Rocketeer: Blasting off to Bluray on December 13th
Celebrate the 20th anniversary of director Joe Johnston’s (Captain America: The First Avenger) action-filled, witty The Rocketeer. Now with state-of-the-art digital restoration and enhanced high definition sound, experience it as it jets off for the first time on Disney Blu-rayTM.
The discovery of a top-secret jetpack hurls test pilot Cliff Secord into a daring adventure of mystery, suspense, and intrigue! Cliff encounters an assortment of ruthless villains, led by a Hollywood screen star who is a secret Nazi spy. With the help of his actress girlfriend, the young pilot battles enormous odds to defeat his foes who are anxious to use the device in an evil plan to rule the world. The dangerous mission transforms the ordinary young man into an extraordinary hero.
Talent:
- Billy Campbell (“The OC,” Enough)
- Jennifer Connelly (Blood Diamond, The Dilemma)
- Alan Arkin (Little Miss Sunshine, Get Smart)
- Timothy Dalton (The Tourist, “Chuck”)
Director:
- Joe Johnston (Captain America: The First Avenger)
Director of Photography:
- Hiro Narita (James and the Giant Peach)
Executive Producer:
- Larry J. Franco (Batman Begins)
Writers:
- Dave Stevens (graphic novel “The Rocketeer”)
- Danny Bilson, Paul De Meo & William Dear (story)
- Danny Bilson & Paul De Meo (screenplay)
Street Date:
December 13, 2011
Release Format:
1 Disc Blu-ray
Suggested Retail Price:
$26.50 (US)/$31.50 (Canada)
Feature Run Time:
Approx. run time 109 minutes
Rated:
PG (US & Canada)
Aspect Ratio:
1080p High Definition/2.35:1
Sound:
English 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio
Languages:
English and French
Subtitles:
English SDH and French
Distribution:
Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment
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Audiences To Experience Disney’s “The Lion King” Like Never Before…
TWO FIRSTS FOR OSCAR®- AND GOLDEN GLOBE®-WINNING ANIMATED CLASSIC:
September 16, 2011—All-New 3D Version of the “The Lion King” Hits Theaters for the First Time Ever
October 4, 2011— Available on Disney Blu-ray™ Hi-Def and Blu-ray 3D™ for the First Time Ever
Simba, Mufasa, Nala, Timon and Pumbaa are back and better than ever this fall when Disney’s “The Lion King” roars into theaters and homes in breathtaking 3D. A special two-week theatrical extravaganza kicks off Sept. 16, 2011, showcasing the Oscar®- and Golden Globe®-winning film on the big screen in Disney Digital 3D™ for the first time ever, and its highly anticipated home entertainment debut kicks off October 4, celebrating the Diamond Edition release of the epic movie “The Lion King” in high-definition Blu-ray™ and Blu-ray 3D™.
“‘The Lion King’ is the best-selling home entertainment release of all time—and this is ‘The Lion King’ like never before,” said Bob Chapek, president of distribution, The Walt Disney Studios. “The all-new 3D format immerses viewers in the epic settings and puts them face-to-face with these beloved characters. We’re showcasing one of the all-time favorite Disney movies in theaters and making it available in Blu-ray hi-def and in Blu-ray 3D—it’s the must-see, must-own title for everyone.”
Nearly a decade since “The Lion King” last appeared on the big screen, the upcoming theatrical release invites new generations into the “Circle of Life.” The two-week, 3D-only presentation is a planned wide domestic release—the biggest since the film’s 1994 debut—and the film’s first-ever 3D release.
The Blu-ray debut marks the first time “The Lion King” has been available in any form since 2004. Featuring pristine high definition picture and sound, the Blu-ray creates an incredible at-home experience with a host of picture and sound enhancements, interactive features and bonus content, including a new set of hilarious animated bloopers.
“The Lion King”: Diamond Edition home entertainment release will be available from the Disney Vault for a limited time only beginning October 4 as follows:
· 4-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack (for the suggested retail price of $49.99 U.S./ $56.99 Canada)
o “The Lion King” = Blu-ray 3D + Blu-ray 2D + DVD + Digital Copy™
· 2-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack> (for the suggested retail price of $39.99 U.S./$46.99 Canada)
o “The Lion King” = Blu-ray 2D + DVD
· 8-Disc Trilogy (for the suggested retail price of $100.00 U.S./ $115.00 Canada)
o “The Lion King” = Blu-ray 3D + Blu-ray 2D + DVD + Digital Copy
o “The Lion King 1 1Ž2” = Blu-ray 2D + DVD
o “The Lion King II: Simba’s Pride” = Blu-ray 2D + DVD
And the one-disc DVD Edition will be available on November 15.
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Sneak Peek: Cars 2 – Air Mater
The complete “Air Mater” short is just one of the extras Available On the Cars 2 Blu-ray Combo Pack, Blu-ray 3D, DVD and Movie Download Nov 1.
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Official Cars 2 Website: http://www.disney.com/Cars
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The Preservation and Restoration of Disney’s Classic Dumbo
Walt Disney Animation is releasing another classic film from the vault. A 70th anniversary edition of Dumbo will be released on Blu-ray this September. But this will not be the Dumbo you remember from your childhood.
Disney has completed a beautiful restoration of the film. During the restoration process the biggest question they asked themselves is what was the artist’s original intent? With that thought in mind they restored the film to look they way they feel it was meant to be.
During this 7 month project, Disney took the original negative and scanned 275,352 frames of film, that equals about 3.2 miles of film. By using the original, they were able to digitally capture the film as Walt Disney’s original artists intended. They were also able to remove any fingerprints, shimmers, rings, or scratches that they found. This gave them a sharper image and made the colors look truer to what the artists had originally wanted.
Disney also restored the sound for the film. Unfortunately most of Disney’s original soundtracks were destroyed leaving only 35 mm magnetic masters. But they were able to locate an original print of Dumbo with the help of UCLA that had the original soundtrack and were able to digitize it to use in the mix. On the Blu-ray release you will be able to hear the soundtrack cleaned up for 5.1 or 7.1 surround sound. Or if you would rather hear the pops and clicks of the original, there is an option to watch the film in the original mono.
Also included in the Blu-ray release of Dumbo is the Disney View Feature. Older films have a different aspect ratio than the televisions that are in most homes. This is why you have the black bars on either side of some films. Disney began hearing some complaints from consumers about this so they came up with an idea to but a wallpaper on both sides of the picture. They brought in artists to paint backgrounds that were representative of the sequences of the film. In Dumbo, these paintings represent different circus themes. This is also an optional feature so if you would rather watch them film without them you can.
Many hours of research went into the restoration of Dumbo. You can see an elephant fly, the way Walt Disney’s artists intended, on Blu-ray September 20th, 2011.
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Coming Soon: The Rocketeer 20th Anniversary Edition Blu-ray
My writer Patrick will be excited about this bit of Disney News! Disney is releasing a 20 Anniversary Edition of the Rocketeer on Disney Bluray.
Amazon is currently listing for pre-order a 20th Anniversary Edition Blu-ray of the film with a release date of December 13th and a $26.50 SRP. As no official announcement from Disney has been made, technical specifications and special features are unknown.
You can preorder the movie at the link above. Stay tuned to Chip and Co for an official announcement and full details!
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