Contest: Win 1 of 5 copies of The Marksman on Blu-ray

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Contest time again at High Def Disc News and this time I am going to be giving away FIVE copies of the upcoming May 11th release of “The Marksman” on Blu-ray from Universal. Below you can find the full list of details on how you can enter this contest.

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2019 film Siberia with Willem Dafoe on Blu-ray in June

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The 2019 film “Siberia” starring Willem Dafoe is officially coming to Blu-ray Disc on June 22nd via Lionsgate. The film, which was directed and co-written by Abel Ferrara, co-stars Dounia Sichov, Simon McBurney, Cristina Chiriac, and Daniel Giménez Cacho. The tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in the 2.39:1 aspect ratio with DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround sound on a BD-25 disc. The release will come with a digital code (copy) of the film. You can now find the Blu-ray available for preorder over at Amazon. No bonus materials will be included with this release. Further below, after the break, you can find the trailer for the film and the full announcement regarding its home video release.

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1971 film Le Mans with Steve McQueen on Blu-ray in June

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The 1971 sports racing film “Le Mans” starring Steve McQueen is coming to Blu-ray Disc on June 29th via CBS and Paramount, according to retailers. The film, directed by Lee H. Katzin, co-starred Siegfried RauchElga Andersen, and Ronald Leigh-Hunt. The tech specs and bonus materials for the release have yet to be detailed but stay tuned for a possible update. It is known, via the cover art (pictured above) that the release will come with a digital code (copy) of the film. You can now find the Blu-ray available for preorder over at Amazon as well as over at retailers Target and Walmart.

2021 Robin Wright film Land is coming to Blu-ray in May

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The 2021 film “Land” starring Robin Wright is officially coming to Blu-ray Disc on May 11th via Universal Studios Home Entertainment. The film, produced and directed by Robin Wright, co-stars Demián BichirSarah Dawn Pledge, Kim Dickens, and Warren Christie. The tech specs include a 1080p HD presentation in the 1.66:1 aspect ratio with DTS-HD Master Audio sound. The release will come with a digital code (copy) of the film. You can find the Blu-ray available for preorder over at Amazon. The bonus materials set to be included with the release are listed below.

  • Crafting LAND – Filmmakers and cast discuss how shooting in such a beautiful but brutal location added unique challenges and a distinct authenticity.
  • Robin Wright: Feature Film Directorial Debut – Director Robin Wright reveals why this project stood out from the others she considered for her feature film directorial debut, and how directing the film gave her a unique perspective on what she needed to give as an actress.
  • After the Trauma – In this piece we examine the mental process Edee goes through in the aftermath of tragedy, how her pain is relatable, and why this was the perfect time to tell such an uplifting story.

Below, after the break, you can find the trailer for the film and the full info regarding the upcoming home video release.

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Nobody starring Bob Odenkirk on 4K and Blu-ray in June

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The 2021 film “Nobody” starring Bob Odenkirk appears to be coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Disc on June 22nd via Universal Studios Home Entertainment, according to retailers. The film, directed by Ilya Naishuller, co-stars Connie Nielsen, Christopher Lloyd, Michael Ironside, RZA, and Aleksey Serebryakov. The tech specs and bonus materials for the release have not yet been detailed, as the studio has yet to officially announce it, but stay tuned for an update on that. It is known via the cover art (pictured above) that the releases will both come in the form of a “combo pack” meaning that the 4K will get its Blu-ray counterpart, the Blu-ray will get a DVD counterpart, and each will come with a digital code (copy) of the film. You can now find the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray listed for preorder over at Amazon as well as at retailer Best Buy — who gave away the release date.

EDITORIAL NOTE: Lastly, I have to say that I personally am already a big fan of this flick. I was able to watch it three times over the past weekend via a digital rental. This movie comes as highly recommended.

Below after the break, you can find the red band trailer for this film.

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2021 film Godzilla vs. Kong on 4K and Blu-ray in June

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The 2021 film “Godzilla vs. Kong” is officially coming to both 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Disc on June 15th via Warner Bros. Home Entertainment. This latest in the “MonsterVerse” was directed by Adam Wingard. Godzilla vs. Kong stars Alexander Skarsgård, Kyle Chandler, Millie Bobby BrownRebecca Hall, Brian Tyree Henry, Shun Oguri, and Demián Bichir. It’s worth noting, at the time of writing this, the film is “Certified Fresh” over at Rotten Tomatoes.

The tech specs for the 4K release include a 2160p video presentation in the 2.39:1 aspect ratio with HDR10, Dolby Vision, and HDR10+ forms of high dynamic range as well as Dolby Atmos sound. The tech specs for the Blu-ray release include a 1080p HD video presentation in the 2.39:1 aspect ratio and Dolby Atmos sound. Each release will come in the form of a “combo pack” meaning that the 4K will come with its Blu-ray counterpart, the Blu-ray will come with its DVD counterpart, and each will include a digital code (copy) of the film.

UPDATE: You can now find the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray available over at Amazon, as well as at retailer Target. Stay tuned for when Amazon preorder listings go live for both versions of the film. Also, there will be a 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook available as a retailer exclusive over at Best Buy. It’s not yet a functional preorder and is only stating coming soon on its placeholder page. The art for that 4K SteelBook is expected to be what I’ve originally shown a bit below.

The bonus materials set to be included with both releases are listed below.

  • Audio Commentary by Director Adam Wingard
  • 10 Featurettes on Blu-ray — Over an Hour of Excitement — Including:
  • The Phenomenon of Gojira, King of the Monsters
  • The Evolution of Kong, Eighth Wonder of the World
  • Round One: Battle at Sea
  • Round Two: One Will Fall

Stay tuned for when the studio [Warner] officially announces this release for further details. Finally, below is a glimpse at that 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook‘s artwork.

Below, after the break, you can find the cover art for the Blu-ray release of the film as well as the trailer, and finally the official announcement regarding the home video releases.

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The Courier with Benedict Cumberbatch on Blu-ray June

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The 2021 film “The Courier” starring Benedict Cumberbatch is coming to Blu-ray Disc on June 1st via Lionsgate, according to retailers. The film, which was directed by Dominic Cooke, co-stars Merab NinidzeRachel Brosnahan, and Jessie Buckley. The tech specs and bonus materials for the release have not yet been detailed, but stay tuned for an update. The release will come in the form of a “combo pack” — according to the artwork (pictured above) — meaning that it will include its DVD counterpart as well as a digital code (copy) of the film. It’s worth noting, at the time of writing, this film is “Certified Fresh” over at Rotten Tomatoes. You can now find the Blu-ray listed for preorder over at Amazon and retailer Target. Below, after the break, you can find the trailer for the film.

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2015 film Sicario gets a 4K SteelBook in June at Best Buy

The 2015 film “Sicario” will be getting a 4K Blu-ray Disc SteelBook exclusively over at retailer Best Buy on June 15th via Lionsgate. The film, directed by Denis Villeneuve, starred Emily BluntJosh BrolinBenicio Del Toro, Jon Bernthal, Jeffrey Donovan, Victor Garber, and Daniel Kaluuya. Tech specs for the Blu-ray of the film include a 1080p HD video presentation in the 2.40:1 aspect ratio with HDR10 form of high dynamic range and Dolby Atmos sound. This release will come with a digital copy of the film. You can now find the 4K Blu-ray Disc Exclusive SteelBook available for preorder over at Best Buy.

Related note: This film will also be getting a Blu-ray SteelBook exclusive to retailer Target on the very same day, June 15th, which you can find more info about over HERE in this news story.

1985 Robert Altman film Fool for Love on Blu-ray in June

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The 1985 film “Fool for Love” will be getting a Blu-ray Disc release on June 8th via Kino Lorber. The film, directed by Robert Altman, starred Sam ShepardKim BasingerHarry Dean Stanton, and Randy Quaid. The tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in the 2.35:1 aspect ratio with a Mono 2.0 sound mix — likely in an uncompressed format, although not yet confirmed. You can find the Blu-ray available for preorder over at Amazon, Best Buy, and directly via Kino Lorber. The bonus materials set to be included with the release are listed below.

  • Robert Altman: Art and Soul – Featurette
  • Theatrical Trailer
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