Choose Me on Criterion 4K and Blu-ray in March

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The 1984 film romantic comedy “Choose Me” comes to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Disc on March 25th via The Criterion Collection. The film was written & directed by Alan Rudolph. The film starred Keith Carradine, Geneviève Bujold, Lesley Ann Warren, Patrick Bauchau, Rae Dawn Chong, John Larroquette, and Robert Gould.

The movie has received a new 4K digital restoration that was supervised by director Alan Rudolph and producer David Blocker. The tech specs for the 4K release include a 2160p video presentation in the 1.85:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (or HDR10) form of high dynamic range and uncompressed LPCM Mono sound. The tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in the 1.85:1 aspect ratio and LPCM Mono sound. The 4K release will come as a “combo pack” with its Blu-ray counterpart included.

You can find the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray available for preorder at Amazon. You also can preorder directly through the Criterion website. The bonus materials set to be included with these releases are listed below.

  • New conversation between Rudolph and actor Keith Carradine
  • New program featuring interviews with Rudolph, producer Carolyn Pfeiffer, Blocker, and production designer Steven Legler
  • Excerpts from an interview with Rudolph at the Midnight Sun Film Festival
  • English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing
  • PLUS: An essay by critic Beatrice Loayza
  • New cover based on an original theatrical poster

Nosferatu comes to 4K and Blu-ray in February

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The 2024 film adaptation of “Nosferatu” will come to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Disc on February 18th via Universal Studios Home Entertainment. The film is directed and co-written by Robert Eggers. It stars Bill Skarsgård, Nicholas Hoult, Lily-Rose Depp, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Emma Corrin, and Willem Dafoe. It’s worth noting that this film is “Certified Fresh” on Rotten Tomatoes, based on critics’ reviews.

The tech specs for the 4K include a 2160p video presentation in the 1.66:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (or HDR10) form of high dynamic range and Dolby Atmos sound, on a BD-100 disc. Tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in the 1.66:1 aspect ratio and Dolby Atmos sound, on a BD-50 disc. Both releases will include an “Extended Cut” of the film as well as the theatrical cut. Also, both releases will include a digital copy of the film compatible with Movies Anywhere.

You can now find the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray available for preorder at Amazon. Stay tuned for an update as to when they are available for preorder at GRUV and Walmart.

UPDATED: A 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook (pictured below) will also be available and it is now available for preorder at Amazon.

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

  • NOSFERATU: A MODERN MASTERPIECE – Explore the deepest, darkest depths of NOSFERATU with the actors and artists whose commitment and craftwork take the classic vampire epic to horrifying new heights.
  • DELETED SCENES
    • Ellen at the Window
    • Harding’s Bedchamber/Dark Corridor
    • Behold, the Third Night
  • FEATURE COMMENTARY WITH WRITER/DIRECTOR ROBERT EGGERS

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 comes to 4K in April

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The 2024 film “Sonic the Hedgehog 2” will be coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on April 15th. It will also be available on 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook (pictured above) in two variations. This release is via Paramount Home Media Distribution. The film is directed by Jeff Fowler. It features a live-action and voice cast. Some of the stars include Jim Carrey, Ben Schwartz, and Keanu Reeves. The cast also includes Idris Elba, Colleen O’Shaughnessey, and James Marsden. Additionally, there are Tika Sumpter, Krysten Ritter, and Adam Pally.

The tech specs for the 4K include a 2160p video presentation in the 2.39:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (or HDR10) form of high dynamic range and Dolby Atmos sound. The releases will come as “combo pack” with the Blu-ray Disc counterpart included, along with a digital copy. NOTE: No individual Blu-ray Disc release will be available for this film.

UPDATED: The standard 4K UHD Blu-ray is now available for preorder at Amazon yet for preorder. The standard 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook is also now available for preorder at Amazon. It features “Sonic” artwork. Also, you can find the 4K UHD Blu-ray and 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook available for preorder at Walmart.

There will be an alternate 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook (pictured below) available for the film. It is an Amazon exclusive featuring the character “Shadow” on the art. This is now available for preorder at Amazon.

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The bonus materials set to be included with the 4K UHD Blu-ray releases are listed below.

  • Commentary By Director Jeff Fowler and the Voice of Sonic Ben Schwartz—Embark on an adventure with the director and star!
  • Sonic Family Fun—The Sonic cast and crew share how they’ve become like a family over the years.
  • Enter Shadow—Keanu Reeves and other cast members talk about his portrayal of fan-favorite character Shadow the Hedgehog.
  • Robotnik Family Reunion: Ivo and Gerald—Jim Carrey and the Sonic family discuss how the characters of Ivo and Gerald Robotnik were brought to life.
  • For the Love of Sonic: Directing a Trilogy—With a background in visual effects and animation, director Jeff Fowler shares how directing the Sonic films has been a dream come true.
  • The Fox, the Echidna, and the Hedgehog—Ben Schwartz as Sonic, Colleen O’Shaughnessey as Tails, and Idris Elba as Knuckles invite us into the recording booth.
  • Live-Action Lunacy: Acting Opposite Puppets—Find out what it’s like to act alongside life-sized puppets!
  • From the Cryo-Tank to London: The World of Sonic—Explore the production designs for the film’s many spectacular locations.
  • Team Sonic vs. Shadow—The team behind the epic battle sequences details how the action is choreographed for maximum realism.
  • A Very Sonic Christmas—Team Sonic helps Santa Claus save Christmas!
  • Gag Reel—Laugh along with Team Sonic and these hilarious outtakes!
  • Deleted Scenes
  • Sonic Central (Available on Digital Only)—A special message from director Jeff Fowler.

Some Like It Hot gets a Criterion 4K in April

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The 1959 film “Some Like It Hot” will be released on 4K UHD Blu-ray on April 8th via The Criterion Collection. The film was directed and co-written by Billy Wilder. It starred Marilyn Monroe, Tony Curtis, Jack Lemmon, George Raft, Pat O’Brien, Joe E. Brown, Nehemiah Persoff, and Joan Shawlee.

The movie has received a 4K digital restoration. The tech specs for include a Black & White 2160p video presentation in the 1.85:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (or HDR10) and uncompressed PCM Mono and an alternate DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 lossless surround sound. The 2-disc set will be a “combo pack” with the Blu-ray Disc HD counterpart included. You cannot yet find the 4K UHD Blu-ray available for preorder at Amazon or Walmart, but stay tuned for an update. You can directly preorder this 4K UHD Blu-ray from the Criterion website. The following bonus materials will be included on this release.

  • Audio commentary from 1989 featuring film scholar Howard Suber
  • Program on Orry-Kelly’s costumes for the film, featuring costume designer and historian Deborah Nadoolman Landis and costume historian and archivist Larry McQueen
  • Three behind-the-scenes documentaries
  • Appearances by director Billy Wilder on The Dick Cavett Show from 1982
  • Conversation from 2001 between actor Tony Curtis and film critic Leonard Maltin
  • French television interview from 1988 with actor Jack Lemmon
  • Radio interview from 1955 with actor Marilyn Monroe
  • Trailer
  • English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing
  • PLUS: An essay by author Sam Wasson
  • Cover by F. Ron Miller

NOTE: This film was previously released on the 4K UHD Blu-ray format by Kino Lorber (KL Studio Classics) back in 2022. That previous release also featured Dolby Vision (or HDR10) and also contained the options of lossless Mono 2.0 or 5.1 surround sound. This upcoming 2025 Criterion 4K UHD Blu-ray release comes from a 4K digital restoration that Criterion likely oversaw.

Memoir of a Snail is coming to Blu-ray in March

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The 2024 stop motion animated film “Memoir of a Snail” will be released on Blu-ray Disc on March 25th via IFC Films. The movie was both written & directed by Adam Elliot, best known for also directing the stop motion animated films “Harvey Krumpet” (2003) and “Mary and Max” (2009). The voice cast includes Sarah Snook, Kodi Smit-McPhee, Eric Bana, Nick Cave, and Jacki Weaver. It’s certainly worth noting that this film is “Certified Fresh” on Rotten Tomatoes, based on critics’ reviews.

The tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in the 1.85:1 aspect ratio and DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 lossless surround sound. You can find the Blu-ray now available for preorder at Amazon and Walmart. The bonus materials set to be included with this release are listed below.

  • Director’s Commentary with Adam Elliot
  • Q&A with Adam Elliot and Jacki Weaver
  • Magic of Stop Motion
  • Interview with Sarah Snook
  • Making of Memoir of a Snail
  • Behind the Scenes of Memoir of a Snail

Red One is coming to 4K and Blu-ray in March

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The 2024 film “Red One” will be released on 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Disc on March 4th via Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment. The film, directed by Jake Kasdan, starred Dwayne Johnson, Chris Evans, Lucy Liu, and J.K. Simmons.

The 4K tech specs include a 2160p video presentation in the 2.39:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (or HDR10) form of high dynamic range and Dolby Atmos sound. Tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in the 2.39:1 aspect ratio and Dolby Atmos sound. Both the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray will include a digital copy of the film. You can find the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray now available for preorder at Amazon. Also, the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray are available for preorder at Walmart.

No bonus materials will be featured on either the 4K or Blu-ray release.

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