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The 1983 animated film Fire and Ice on 4K SteelBook

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Cover art for the animated film 'Fire and Ice' featuring characters in a fantasy landscape, with a strong warrior holding a weapon, a woman beside him, and other figures in the background, showcasing a dramatic clash between fire and ice themes.
4K SteelBook slipcover (front)
A powerful warrior stands atop a rocky outcrop, holding an axe, with a dramatic sky in the background. A woman and a blond man are crouched beside him, while defeated foes lie at their feet.
4K SteelBook (front)

The 1983 animated film “Fire and Ice“ will get an exclusive 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook release on June 30th via Blue Underground, distributed by MVD Entertainment Group.

The movie was directed and co-created by Ralph Bakshi. Bakhshi is known for his unique hand-drawn animation, which he also brought to the audiences in animated cult classics “Fritz the Cat” (1972), “Wizards” (1977), and “The Lord of the Rings” (1978).

This has received a new 4K restoration, scanned in 16-bit from the original negative. The exclusive 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook will come as a 3-disc set. The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in a 1.85:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (HDR10-compatible) high dynamic range, along with Dolby Atmos, lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround, and 2.0 stereo sound.

This 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook (pictured further below) is exclusive to the distributor’s MVD Shop.

An illustration featuring two characters embracing against a blue background on the left, and on the right, a scene depicting a muscular warrior with a weapon standing on a rocky terrain surrounded by other characters in a dramatic, colorful setting.
An open DVD case showcasing detailed artwork of warriors in battle, with a focus on their fierce expressions and various weapons, including spears and shields.

The 3-disc set will include the following extras:

Disc 1 (4K UHD Blu-ray) and Disc 2 (Blu-ray):

  • Audio Commentary with Co-Producer/Director Ralph Bakshi
  • NEW! The Art Of Fire And Ice: The Frank Frazetta Legacy with Sara Frazetta
  • NEW! Frank Frazetta’s Fire And Ice with Robert Rodriguez
  • The Making Of Fire And Ice
  • Bakshi On Frazetta
  • Sean Hannon’s Diary Notes
  • Behind-the-Scenes Photo Gallery
  • Theatrical Trailer
  • NEW! Poster & Still Galleries

Disc 3 (Compact Disc):

  • BONUS! FIRE AND ICE Original Motion Picture Soundtrack CD by William Kraft

Further below, after the break, you can find a 4K UHD [2160p] trailer [on YouTube] for this new 4K restoration and the press announcement.

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The 1982 film Wild Style comes to 4K and Blu-ray

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The 1982 film “Wild Style” is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray in “Limited Edition” sets on December 2nd via Arrow Video. The movie, directed and co-written by Charlie Ahearn, was also co-written by hip-hop pioneer Fab 5 Freddy (featured in the film). It starred Fred “Fab 5 Freddy” Brathwaite, Sandra “Lady Pink” Fabara, Patti Astor, Grandmaster Flash, Busy Bee, The Fantastic Five, The Cold Crush Brothers, and The Rock Steady Crew.

The movie has received a 4K restoration from the original 16mm negative. The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in a 1.37:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision and HDR10, accompanied by newly restored lossless Mono sound. Tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 1.37:1 aspect ratio and lossless Mono sound. The 4K limited edition will come as a 3-disc “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart and an Audio CD featuring a new “megamix” and more. The Blu-ray will come as a 2-disc set with the CD also included.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray Limited Edition and Blu-ray Limited Edition are both now available for preorder at Amazon. Also, you can preorder the movie directly via Arrow Video‘s website. Plus, consumers can also purchase the 4K UHD Blu-ray Limited Edition and Blu-ray Edition via the United States distributor at the MVD Shop. There will also be a Blu-ray Limited Edition bundle available featuring a vinyl record. That’s available at Arrow’s website. These limited edition sets will include some physical extras (pictured below), and they are listed further below, along with the bonus materials set to be included, sorted by disc.

4K UHD Blu-ray Limited Edition

Limited Edition Physical Extras:

  • 120 page perfect bound collector’s book featuring new and archival essays and articles, alongside an extensive collection of stills and artwork from the film
  • Reversible sleeve featuring two original artwork options
  • Double-sided foldout poster featuring two original artwork options
  • Exclusive mini-version of the Wild Style issue of Hip-Hop Family Tree comic book by Ed Piskor
  • Three Wild Style logo stickers

Disc 1 (4K UHD Blu-ray):

  • Brand new audio commentary with Jeff “Chairman” Mao and Andrew “Monk One” Mason
  • Legacy commentary featuring director Charlie Ahearn and Fred “Fab 5 Freddy” Brathwaite
  • Down by Law: Creating the Music of Wild Style, a brand new interview with Charlie Ahearn, Chris Stein and Fred “Fab 5 Freddy” Brathwaite
  • Theatrical trailer
  • Image gallery

Disc 2 (Blu-ray):

  • The Origin Story, an interview with Lee Quiñones and Fred “Fab 5 Freddy” Brathwaite
  • Studio/Benchmark, an interview with Lee Quiñones
  • Archive footage from Wild Style’s 1983 Japanese Tour
  • Two panel discussions and footage from the Wild Style 40 exhibition
  • ZDF TV Wild Style 30th anniversary featurette
  • Rammellzee in the Battle Station featurette
  • Featurettes from the Wild Style 20th, 25th and 30th anniversary shows
  • Smith Projects Gym (1977)
  • Archival featurettes and interviews from the players and performers of Wild Style
  • Outtakes
  • Subway Rap music video
  • 2025 Restoration and Theatrical trailers

Disc 3 (Compact Disc):

  • Exclusive new Wild Style Megamix by Jorun Bombay
  • Original radio spots by Fab 5 Freddy and Queen Lisa Lee
  • Rare alternate mixes of Subway Rap and Wild Style Theme
  • Rare audio outtakes from the film and soundtrack
  • Rare 1983 radio interview with Charlie Ahearn