Eli Roth film Thanksgiving on Blu-ray late January

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The 2023 horror film “Thanksgiving” is officially coming to Blu-ray Disc on January 30th via Sony Pictures Home Entertainment.  The film, directed by Eli Roth, stars Patrick Dempsey, Addison Rae, Milo Manheim, Jalen Thomas Brooks, Nell Verlaque, Rick Hoffman, and Gina Gershon.  It’s worth noting that this film is rated “Certified Fresh” on Rotten Tomatoes.

The tech specs for the release include a 1080p HD video presentation in the 2.39:1 aspect ratio with DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 lossless surround sound.  The release will include a digital code (copy) of the film.  You can find the Blu-ray now available for preorder over at Amazon and Walmart.  The bonus materials set to be included with the release (including some Blu-ray exclusives) are listed below.

  • Exclusives
    • Deleted & Extended Scenes
    • Outtakes
    • Massachusetts Movies: Eli & Jeff’s Early Films
  • Also Includes
    • Behind the Screams
    • Gore Galore
    • Commentary with Eli Roth and Jeff Rendell

Further below, after the break, you can find the trailer and the full announcement about the upcoming home video releases of the film.

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Michael Mann film Ferrari races to Blu-ray in March

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The 2023 film “Ferrari” is coming to Blu-ray Disc on March 12th via NEON distributed by Decal Releasing.  The film, directed by Michael Mann, stars Adam Driver, Penélope Cruz, Shailene Woodley, Jack O’Connell, and Patrick Dempsey.  The tech specs for the release include a 1080p HD video presentation in the 2.39:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Atmos and Dolby TrueHD 5.1 lossless surround sound.  You can now find the Blu-ray available for preorder over at Amazon.  The bonus materials set to be included with the release are listed below.

  • Michael Mann: Building the World Featurette
  • Building Perfection Featurette
  • The Mille Miglia Featurette
  • Adam Driver on Enzo Ferrari Featurette
  • Penélope Cruz on Laura Ferrari Featurette

1980 film Little Darlings comes to 4K in February

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The 1980 film “Little Darlings” is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on February 27th via Cinématographe, a new sub-label from Vinegar Syndrome.  The film, directed by Ron Maxwell, starred Tatum O’Neal, Kristy McNichol, Armand Assante, Matt Dillon, and Cynthia Nixon.  The release will come as a  MediaBook, limited to 8,000 units total.  The movie has received a “NEW 4K Restoration from the Original Camera Negative.”  The tech specs for the release include a 2160p video presentation in the 2.35:1 aspect ratio with HDR10 form of high dynamic range and DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 lossless stereo sound.  This will also be a “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included.  You can now find the 4K UHD Blu-ray available for preorder over at Amazon as well as directly via Vinegar Syndrome.

Further details about the upcoming release and the bonus materials set to be included are listed below.

  • Audio Commentary with director Ron Maxwell
  • Audio Commentary with Millie De Chirico of I Saw What You Did podcast
  • Alternate Scenes with commentary by director Ron Maxwell
  • Hour-long video interview with director Ron Maxwell
  • “Don’t Let the Title Fool You: Little Darlings Beyond the Teen Sex Comedy”: a video essay by Samm Deighan
  • Essays by writers Kate Hagen and Quatoyiah Murry

Below, after the break, you can find the promotional trailer from Vinegar Syndrome on YouTube for the upcoming release.

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2023 film Next Goal Wins comes to Blu-ray in February

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The 2023 sports film “Next Goal Wins” is coming to Blu-ray Disc on February 27th via 20th Century Studios (Disney).  Based on a true story, the film was co-written and directed by Taika Waititi and stars Michael Fassbender, Oscar Kightley, Kaimana, David Fane, Rachel House, Beulah Koale, and Will Arnett.  The tech specs for the release include a 1080p HD video presentation in the 2.00:1 aspect ratio and DTS-HD 5.1 Master Audio.  The release will include a digital code (copy) of the film.  You can find the Blu-ray now available for preorder over at Amazon and Walmart.  Bonus materials set to be included with the release are listed below.

  • The Pitch of Life – Explore what it took to create Taika Watiti’s loving homage to American Somoa with this short-form documentary
  • Deleted Scene – Priest (Taika Waititi) blessing the team

1996 film Primal Fear on 4K UHD Blu-ray in March

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The 1996 film “Primal Fear” will be coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on March 26th as part of the Paramount Presents series, as spine number 43, through Paramount Home Entertainment.  The film, directed by Gregory Hoblit, starred Richard Gere, Laura Linney, Edward Norton, John Mahoney, Alfre Woodard, Frances McDormand, and Terry O’Quinn.

The tech specs for the release have yet to be detailed, but you can very likely expect a 2160p video presentation with HDR10 form of high dynamic range and lossless surround sound.  The release will come as a “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included and a digital code (copy) of the film.  Bonus materials have yet to be announced, but you can for sure expect the previous Blu-ray extras ported over and possibly new extras.  Stay tuned for an update.  The 4K UHD Blu-ray release is now available for preorder over at Amazon.  Below you can see the packaging which includes a fold-out of the original theatrical movie poster.

1989 comedy Major League is coming to 4K in April

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The 1989 comedy “Major League” is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on April 2nd via Paramount Home Entertainment, according to retailers.  The film, celebrating its 35th anniversary this year (as noted on the packaging above), was written & directed by David S. Ward and starred Charlie Sheen, Tom Berenger, Corbin Bernsen, Margaret Whitton, James Gammon, Wesley Snipes, Rene Russo, Charles Cyphers, Chelcie Ross, Dennis Haysbert, Andy Romano, and Bob Uecker.

UPDATE:  The tech specs for the release include a 2160p video presentation in the correct 1.85:1 aspect ratio with HDR10 form of high dynamic range and lossless Dolby TrueHD 5.1 surround sound.  The release will include a digital code (copy) of the film.  You can now find the 4K UHD Blu-ray available for preorder at Amazon and Walmart.  It’s most certainly worth noting that there will also be a limited edition 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook release (pictured below) that is available for preorder over at Amazon as well.  The bonus materials for both releases include all of the previous Blu-ray extras on the 4K disc. Those extras are listed below.

  • Commentary by Director/Screenwriter David S. Ward and Producer Chris Chesser
  • My Kinda Team: Making Major League (HD)
  • A Major League Look at Major League (HD)
  • Bob Uecker: Just a Bit Outside (HD)
  • Alternate Ending with Filmmaker Introduction (HD)
  • A Tour of Cerrano’s Locker (HD)
  • Photo Gallery

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