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2022 film Amsterdam on 4K and Blu-ray in December

Posted on November 8, 2022 by Justin Sluss

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The 2022 film “Amsterdam” is officially coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Disc on December 6th via 20th Century Studios (Disney). The film, which was written and directed by David O. Russell, stars Christian Bale, Margot Robbie, John David Washington, Chris Rock, Anna Taylor-Joy, Zoe Saldana, Mike Myers, Michael Shannon, Timothy Olyphant, Taylor Swift, Rami Malek, and Robert De Niro.

The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in the 2.39:1 aspect ratio with HDR10 form of high dynamic range and Dolby Atmos sound. Tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio with DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1 lossless surround sound. Yes, the Blu-ray does not get the Dolby Atmos mix. The 4K release will be in the form of a “combo pack” meaning that it will come with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart and both versions will include a digital code (copy) of the film.

You can now find the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray both available for preorder over at retailer Best Buy. Also, over at retailer Walmart, you can find the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray available for preorder as well. The only bonus material set to be included with both releases is listed below.

Welcome To Amsterdam – Learn how this original, witty crime epic was made. Hear from the writer/director about his process, the actors who transformed into their characters, and discover how the production created the period look of this visually spectacular film.

Further below, after the break, you can find the trailer for the film and full details regarding the home video releases.

Halloween Ends on 4K and Blu-ray in December

Posted on November 8, 2022 by Justin Sluss

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The 2022 sequel “Halloween Ends” is officially coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Disc on December 27th via Universal Studios Home Entertainment. The film, directed by David Gordon Green, stars Jamie Lee Curtis, Andi Matichak, Rohan Campbell, Will Patton, Kyle Richards, and James Jude Courtney. This marks the conclusion, as the title suggests, to the “Halloween” film franchise and the story involving the “Laurie Strode” and “Michael Myers” characters.

The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in the 2.39.1 aspect ratio with HDR10 and Dolby Vision forms 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 a 2.39.1 aspect ratio with Dolby Atmos sound on a BD-50 disc. Both releases will come in the form of a “combo pack” meaning the 4K will get its Blu-ray counterpart and the Blu-ray release will get its DVD counterpart with each including a digital code (compatible with Movies Anywhere) of the film.

You can now find the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray both available for preorder over at retailer Best Buy as well as Walmart — with the 4K here and Blu-ray here. It’s most certainly worth noting that retailer Best Buy will be getting an exclusive 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook release (pictured below) which is also now available for preorder. Also, retailer Walmart will be getting an exclusive 4K UHD Blu-ray with alternate collectible artwork (pictured further below) and available now for preorder as well.

The bonus materials set to be included with both the 4K and Blu-ray versions of the film are listed below.

Deleted and Extended Scenes
- Michael Shakes Things Up
- Joan’s Bunny Slam
- Corey Reflects Upon Himself
- Ronald’s Stuck at Work
- Margo Gets the Boot
- Joan’s Recipe for Disaster
Ending HALLOWEEN – HALLOWEEN could never truly end without a decisive showdown between Laurie and Michael. Explore the creative team’s approach to crafting the film’s final sequence.
Final Girl – The iconic Jamie Lee Curtis discusses the legacy of Laurie Strode and what playing the character has meant to her.
No Place Like Haddonfield – Filmmakers and cast reveal some of the secret ingredients that make HALLOWEEN productions so special and their personal feelings on being a part of such a classic franchise.
Gag Reel
A Different Threat – As Haddonfield evolves to a new era, we examine how the evil within has also evolved.
The Visions of Terror – See how various production departments came together to achieve the film’s unique visual style.
Twisted Deaths – An up-close look at some of the gruesome death scenes.
Feature Commentary with co-writer/director David Gordon Green, actors Andi Matichak and Rohan Campbell, co-producer/first assistant director Atilla Salih Yücer, and production assistant Hugo Garza

UPDATE: It’s also worth noting that there will be a “Halloween Trilogy” released December 27th on 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Disc which is now available for preorder over at retailer Walmart.

Further below, after the break, you can find the trailer for the film and the full announcement regarding the home video releases.

New 4K UHD Blu-ray Releases for November 8th, 2022

Posted on November 7, 2022 by Justin Sluss

The following titles will be released tomorrow November 8th, 2022 on 4K UHD Blu-ray:

View the list below with the retail links.
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1993 film The Remains of the Day on 4K in February

Posted on November 6, 2022 by Justin Sluss

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The 1993 film “The Remains of the Day” is officially coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on February 21st, 2023 via Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. The film, based on a novel (written by Kazuro Ishiguro) was nominated for 8 Academy Awards and was directed by James Ivory. It starred Anthony Hopkins, Emma Thompson, Christopher Reeve, James Fox, and Peter Vaughan.

The tech specs for the release include a 2160p video presentation in the 2.39:1 aspect ratio with HDR10 and Dolby Vision forms of high dynamic range along with Dolby Atmos and DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround and 2.0 Stereo lossless sound mixes. The release will not include a Blu-ray Disc counterpart. It will contain a digital code (copy) of the film.

You can now find the 4K UHD Blu-ray available for preorder over at retailers Best Buy and Walmart. The bonus materials set to be included with the release [on the 4K disc] are listed below.

Audio Commentary with Director James Ivory, Producer Ismail Merchant, and Actress Emma Thompson
Love and Loyalty: The Making of The Remains of the Day Featurette
The Remains of the Day: The Filmmakers Journey Featurette
Blind Loyalty, Hollow Honor: England’s Fatal Flaw Featurette
7 Deleted Scenes with Optional Director’s Commentary
Theatrical Trailer

Further below, after the break, you can find the full details about the upcoming 4K physical release of this film.

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Casablanca – 4K UHD Blu-ray Screenshots

Posted on November 3, 2022 by Justin Sluss

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New 4K UHD Blu-ray Releases for November 1st, 2022

Posted on November 1, 2022 by Justin Sluss

The following titles were today released Tuesday, November 1st, 2022 on 4K UHD Blu-ray:

View the list below with the retail links.
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The Woman King on 4K and Blu-ray in December

Posted on October 27, 2022 by Justin Sluss

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The 2022 film “The Woman King” is officially coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Disc on December 13th via Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. The film, based on true events and directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood, stars Viola Davis, Thuso Mbedu, Lashana Lynch, Sheila Atim, and John Boyega. It is most certainly worth noting that this film, at the time of writing, is “Certified Fresh” over at Rotten Tomatoes.

The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in the 2.40:1 aspect ratio with HDR10 form of high dynamic range and Dolby Atmos sound. Tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in 2.40:1 with Dolby Atmos. The 4K release will come in the form of a “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included. Both the 4K and Blu-ray releases (individually) will include a digital code (copy) of the film. You can now find the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray available for preorder over at retailer Best Buy.

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

A Caterpillar’s Destruction: Viola Davis On Set
Representation Matters (Featurette)
WOMAN/WARRIOR (Featurette)
Storytellers (Featurette)
Thuso Mbedu Auditions
Filmmakers’ Commentary

Further below, after the break, you can find the trailer for the film, a special features preview video, and the full announcement regarding the home video releases of the film.

New 4K UHD Blu-ray Releases for October 25th, 2022

Posted on October 25, 2022 by Justin Sluss

The following titles were today released Tuesday, October 25th, 2022 on 4K UHD Blu-ray:

View the list below with the retail links.
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2002 film Adaptation comes to 4K in December

Posted on October 19, 2022 by Justin Sluss

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The 2002 film “Adaptation.” is officially coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on December 6th via Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. The film, directed by Spike Jonze, was based on a book (“The Orchard Thief”) with the screenplay adaptation written by Charlie Kaufman, and it starred Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep, Tilda Swinton, and Chris Cooper. It’s most certainly worth noting, that at the time of writing this, the film is still deemed“Certified Fresh” (all these 20 years later) over at Rotten Tomatoes.

This movie has been newly remastered in 4K from the original camera negative. The tech specs for the release include a 2160p video presentation in the original 1.85:1 aspect ratio with HDR10 and Dolby Vision forms of high dynamic range and a new Dolby Atmos sound mix as well as the original theatrical mix in a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 configuration and even a DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 Stereo sound mix. The release will only include a 4K disc and a digital code (copy) of the film. So, again, there will be no Blu-ray with this release.

You can now find the 4K UHD Blu-ray available for preorder over at retailers Best Buy and Walmart, as well as online retailer Deep Discount. The bonus materials set to be included with this release are listed below.

Behind the Scenes in the Swamp Featurette
Theatrical Trailer

Further below, after the break, you can find the full announcement regarding the upcoming 4K release of this film.

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1988 film Rain Man comes to 4K in February

Posted on October 19, 2022 by Justin Sluss

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The 1988 MGM film “Rain Man” is officially coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on February 21st, 2023 via MVD Marquee Collection [MVD Entertainment Group]. The film, winner of 4 Academy Awards (“Oscars”), was directed by Barry Levinson and starred Dustin Hoffman, Tom Cruise, Jack Murdock, Michael D. Roberts, Gerald R. Molen, Valeria Golino, Bonnie Hunt, and Beth Grant.

The movie has received a “master created and provided by MGM was scanned in 4K from the original camera negative and was approved by director Barry Levinson,” according to the press materials. Tech specs for the release include a 2160p video presentation in the 1.85:1 aspect ratio, apparently without any form of HDR (high dynamic range), with lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround sound. This release will come in the form of a “combo pack” meaning that it will include a Blu-ray Disc counterpart in 1080p HD from the same master, also with lossless 5.1 surround sound.

You can find the 4K UHD Blu-ray available for preorder now over at online retailer DiabolikDVD. Stay tuned for an update when it becomes available over at Best Buy. NOTE: Only the first pressings will include a slipcover. The bonus materials set to be included with the release are listed below according to each disc.

DISC ONE: 4K ULTRA HD DISC