Monthly Archives: February 2019

“Apollo 11” documentary about NASA moon landing comes to Blu-ray in May

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The 2019 documentary Apollo 11 featuring astronauts Buzz AldrinNeil Armstrong, and Michael Collins is coming to Blu-ray Disc on May 14th via Universal. The film shows never-before-seen large-format film footage from the first moon landing and was directed by Todd Douglas Miller. At the time of writing this, it carries a perfect 100% rating and is “Certified Fresh” over at Rotten Tomatoes, a little over a month ahead of its March theatrical release.

UPDATE: Tech specs for the release include 1080p video and Dolby Digital 5.1 sound, only on a BD-25 (25-gigabyte single layer Blu-ray Disc) – according to the Universal press site. It’s unknown if the aspect ratio of 2.20:1 will be how the film is presented in HD on this Blu-ray – with there being no mention yet of aspect ratio. Here’s to hoping that is a typo regarding the film not getting a lossless sound mix. The release will come with a digital copy of the film included. The Blu-ray is available for pre-order now over at Amazon and at Best Buy. The only bonus material set to be included on the release (according to the studio press site) is listed below.

  • Apollo 11: Discovering the 65MM

Lastly, sadly there would seem to be no plans for a 4K UHD Blu-ray release of this title, which is a real shame. Perhaps if this sells well enough on Blu-ray they’ll consider doing a 4K release? Studios tend to do this type of thing these days with some new releases, especially Universal.

Disney’s “Mary Poppins Returns” comes to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray in March

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The 2018 sequel “Mary Poppins Returns” starring Emily Blunt is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Disc on March 19th via Disney. The film, directed by Rob Marshall & nominated for 4 Oscars, co-stars Lin-Manuel MirandaBen Whishaw, Emily Mortimer, Julie Walters, Meryl Streep, and Colin Firth. Tech specs for the 4K include 2160p video in the 1.85:1 aspect ratio with HDR10 form of high dynamic range and DTS-HD 7.1 Master Audio sound. The tech specs for the Blu-ray include 1080p video in the 1.85:1 aspect ratio and DTS-HD 7.1 Master Audio sound. Each release will come in the form of a “combo pack” with the 4K getting a Blu-ray, the Blu-ray getting a DVD, and each getting a digital copy of the film included. The 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray are both available to pre-order over at Best Buy, but only the Blu-ray is currently listed on Amazon. Stay tuned for an update on that. There will be a Steelbook exclusive to retailer Best Buy for the 4K UHD Blu-ray release, which you can pre-order now and find pictured below.

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Both releases will include the following bonus materials.

  • Deleted Song—“The Anthropomorphic Zoo” – In this early song sequence, Mary Poppins and the children visit a very special zoo where the humans and animals trade places.
  • The Practically Perfect Making of “Mary Poppins Returns” – Join filmmakers and cast on an amazing journey to embrace the legacy of the original film while making a fresh modern sequel.
    • Introduction – Filmmakers and cast remember the first Mary Poppins movie and share the thrill of working on “Mary Poppins Returns.”
    • “(Underneath the) Lovely London Sky” – Discover how the team mined PL Travers’ books for a fresh perspective on a much-loved character. Plus, meet the Banks children!
    • “Can You Imagine That?” – Be on location for Mary’s iconic entrance from the sky, and explore the movie’s original songs, inspired by the Sherman Brothers.
    • “Nowhere to Go but Up” – Experience being on set with the legendary Dick Van Dyke and Angela Lansbury, and celebrate the joy of choosing the right balloon!
  • Seeing Things From a Different Point of View”: The Musical Numbers of “Mary Poppins Returns” – Go behind the scenes and experience the film’s production numbers from a new angle.
    • “Trip a Little Light Fantastic” – Led by Lin-Manuel Miranda, the cast performs the film’s biggest production number, with dancing lamplighters, bicyclists and more!
    • “The Royal Doulton Music Hall” / “A Cover Is Not the Book” – Find out what it takes to create two musical extravaganzas inside an animated world, highlighted by dancing animated penguins!
    • “Turning Turtle” – Mary’s eccentric cousin, Topsy Turvy, played by Meryl Streep, has an unusual house that turns this musical number upside-down.
    • “Can You Imagine That?” – Dive under the bubbles with the cast and crew to see how this exuberant number was created.
  • Back to Cherry Tree Lane: Dick Van Dyke Returns – Dick Van Dyke, who played Bert and Mr. Dawes Sr. in the first film, returns after 54 years to Cherry Tree Lane as Mr. Dawes Jr.
  • Practically Perfect Bloopers – There’s nowhere to go but up with the cast and crew in this lighthearted collection of flubs, goofs and prop fails!
  • Deleted Scenes
    • Leaving Topsy’s – After their visit to Cousin Topsy, Mary, Jack and the children pause to take a look back.
    • “Trip a Little Light Fantastic” – The leeries light up the screen in this extended clip from the movie’s biggest musical production.
  • Play Movie in Sing-Along Mode – Sing along with all your favorite songs as you watch the movie.
  • Play Movie with Audio Commentary – Watch the film with commentary by director Rob Marshall and producer John DeLuca. [Digital Exclusive]

Further below, after the break, you can find the official announcement for these upcoming releases.

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Adam McKay film “Vice” starring Christian Bale comes to Blu-ray in April

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The 2018 Adam McKay film Vice starring Christian Bale is coming to Blu-ray Disc on April 2nd via Fox. The film, nominated for 8 Oscars, co-stars Amy AdamsSteve Carell, Sam Rockwell, Alison Pill, Eddie Marsan, Justin Kirk, LisaGay Hamilton, and Jesse Plemons. Tech specs for the Blu-ray release include 1080p video in the 2.39:1 aspect ratio with DTS-HD 5.1 Master Audio – mislabeled in the press release. The release will come in the form of a “combo pack” with a DVD and digital copy of the film included. The Blu-ray is now available for pre-order over at Amazon. Bonus materials set to be included on the release are listed below.

  • Deleted Scenes
    • High School
    • Musical
    • Bunker
  • Gaming the System: The Making of VICE
  • The Music of Power
  • Gallery

Further below, after the break, you can find the official announcement for this upcoming release.

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