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The 2024 film Cuckoo is coming to Blu-ray in October

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The 2024 film “Cuckoo” is coming to Blu-ray Disc on October 22nd via Neon, distributed by Decal Releasing. The film, written & directed by Tilman Singer, stars Hunter Schafer, Dan Stevens, Jessica Henwick, Marton Csokas, and Jan Bluthardt. It’s certainly worth noting that this film is “Certified Fresh” on Rotten Tomatoes.

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 lossless surround sound. You can find the Blu-ray available for preorder at Amazon. The following bonus materials will be included with the Blu-ray release.

  • The Making of Cuckoo
  • The Cuckoo Diaries
  • On-set Interviews with Hunter Schafer, Frauke Firl, Dario Mendez Acosta
  • Deleted Scenes
  • Teaser
  • Trailer

Further below, after the break, you can find the trailer for the film on YouTube.

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No Country for Old Men gets Criterion 4K and Blu-ray

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The 2007 film “No Country for Old Men” is officially coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Disc on December 10th via The Criterion Collection. The film, co-directed & co-written by Joel Coen and Ethan Coen, starred Tommy Lee Jones, Javier Bardem, Josh Brolin, Woody Harrelson, Kelly Macdonald, Garret Dillahunt, Tess Harper, Barry Corbin, and Stephen Root. It’s certainly worth noting that this film is “Certified Fresh” on Rotten Tomatoes and it won a total of 4 Academy Awards (“Oscars”) including “Best Motion Picture of the Year” and “Best Achievement in Directing.”

The movie has received a new 4K digital master, supervised and approved by director of photography Roger Deakins. The tech specs for the 4K release include a 2160p video presentation in the 2.39:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision and HDR10 forms of high dynamic range with DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 lossless surround sound. Tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in the 2.39:1 aspect ratio and DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 sound. UPDATE: You can now preorder the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray on Amazon. You can also preorder both versions directly via the Criterion website. The following bonus materials will be included with these releases.

  • NEW conversation between filmmakers Joel and Ethan Coen and author Megan Abbott
  • NEW conversation between Deakins and associate producer David Diliberto, also featuring Abbott
  • Archival interviews with actors Javier Bardem, Josh Brolin, Tommy Lee Jones, and Kelly Macdonald
  • Behind-the-scenes documentary by Brolin
  • Three documentaries about the making of the film featuring on-set footage and interviews with members of the cast and crew
  • English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing
  • PLUS: An essay by author Francine Prose and a 2007 piece on the film by author Larry McMurtry
  • New illustration by Juan Esteban R.

The 2016 film Hush is coming to 4K in November

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The 2016 film “Hush” is officially coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on November 26th via Scream Factory. The film, co-written & directed by Mike Flanagan, starred John Gallagher Jr., Kate Siegel, Michael Trucco, Samantha Sloyan, and Emma Graves. It’s worth noting that this film was originally seen on Netflix and happens to be “Certified Fresh” on Rotten Tomatoes.

This release features a new 2024 4K restoration supervised and approved by Director Mike Flanagan. The tech specs for the 4K 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 5.1 surround and 2.0 Stereo lossless sound mixes. The 4K UHD Blu-ray is now available for preorder at Amazon. The 4K UHD Blu-ray is also available for preorder directly via Shout! Factory’s website. There are also two different exclusive versions available for preorder directly from Shout! Factory. One exclusive version includes an exclusive alternate slipcover and 2 posters and the other version has those autographed by the film’s director Mike Flanagan.

The bonus materials included with this 4-disc “combo pack” are listed below, including the original version and “Shush Cut,” presented in both 4K and HD.

Disc One (4K UHD™, ORIGINAL VERSION):

  • NEW 2024 4K Restoration supervised and approved by Director Mike Flanagan
  • NEW Audio Commentary with Mike Flanagan, Actor & Co-Writer Kate Siegel, and Actors Samantha Sloan, John Gallagher, Jr., and Michael Trucco.

Disc Two (4K UHD™, “SHUSH CUT”):

  • NEW 2024 4K Restoration – B&W “SHUSH CUT” supervised and approved by Mike Flanagan
  • NEW Audio Commentary with Mike Flanagan and Kate Siegel.
  • NEW 2024 “Shush Cut” Audio Mix.

Disc Three (Blu-ray™, ORIGINAL VERSION & “SHUSH CUT”):

  • NEW 2024 4K Restoration supervised and approved by Mike Flanagan.
  • NEW Audio Commentary with Mike Flanagan, Kate Siegel, Samantha Sloyan, John Gallagher, Jr., and Michael Trucco (Original Version).
  • NEW 2024 4K Restoration – B&W “Shush Cut” supervised and approved by Mike Flanagan.
  • NEW Audio Commentary with Mike Flanagan and Kate Siegel (“Shush Cut”).
  • NEW 2024 “Shush Cut” Audio Mix.

Disc Four (Blu-ray™, Special Features):

  • NEW Feature-Length Picture-In-Picture Video Commentary with Mike Flanagan, Kate Siegel, Samantha Sloyan, John Gallagher, Jr., and Michael Trucco (Original Version).
  • NEW Interview with Samantha Sloyan.
  • NEW Interview with Kate Siegel.
  • NEW Interview with John Gallagher, Jr.
  • NEW Interview with Michael Trucco.
  • NEW Interview with Mike Flanagan.
  • NEW Interview with Producer Trevor Macy.
  • NEW Interview with Composers The Newton Brothers.
  • NEW Interview with Director of Photography James Kniest.

Godzilla Minus One on 4K and Blu-ray in November

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The 2023 film “Godzilla: Minus One” is officially coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Disc on November 19th via TOHO & Studio Distribution Services. The film, co-written and directed by Takashi Yamazaki, stars Ryunosuke Kamiki, Minami Hamabe, Yuki Yamada, Munetaka Aoki, and Hidetaka Yoshioka. It’s certainly worth noting that the film is “Certified Fresh” on Rotten Tomatoes.

The tech specs for the 4K release include a 2160p video presentation in the 2.39:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision and HDR10 forms of high dynamic range and Japanese Dolby Atmos and English Dolby TrueHD 5.1 lossless surround. Tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in the 2.39:1 aspect ratio and Dolby Atmos (Japanese) and Dolby TrueHD 5.1 (English). All of the releases include English subtitles for the Japanese audio mix. The 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray are now available for preorder at Amazon. Also, you can find preorder listings for the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray at online retailer GRUV. And, the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray are available for preorder at retailer Walmart.

It’s also worth noting that there will be a 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook (pictured below) that will be released on November 19th as well. It was available for preorder at Amazon and other retailers but has since sold out. Stay tuned for any updates regarding the 4K SteelBook’s availability.

The bonus materials set to be included on the 4K and Blu-ray releases include:

  • Behind the Scenes: Godzilla Minus One – No. 30
  • Trailers
  • TV Spots
  • A Ray of Hope
  • Worldwide Praise
  • Live and Fight

Further below, after the break, you can find the trailer for the movie on YouTube.

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Animated film Robot Dreams on Blu-ray in October

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The 2023 animated film “Robot Dreams” is coming to Blu-ray Disc on October 8th via NEON, distributed by Decal Releasing. The film was directed and co-written by Pablo Berger and is based on the graphic novel by Sara Varon. It’s certainly worth noting that this film is “Certified Fresh” on Rotten Tomatoes and received a 2024 Academy Award nomination for “Best Animated Feature Film.”

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 now find the Blu-ray available for preorder at Amazon. The following bonus materials will be included on the release.

  • Pablo Berger Interview
  • From Reality to Animation
  • A Once-In-A-Lifetime Friendship
  • The Sounds of 1980s New York
  • The Art Direction
  • The Animation
  • Soundtrack
  • A Love Letter to New York
  • A Film Without Words
  • Teaser
  • Trailer

Further below, after the break, you can find the trailer for the film on YouTube.

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The 2017 film The Shape of Water on 4K in November

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The 2017 film “The Shape of Water” is officially coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on November 26th via The Criterion Collection. The Academy Award-winning 2018 Best Picture of the Year, directed & co-written by Guillermo del Toro, starred Sally Hawkins, Richard Jenkins, Michael Shannon, Octavia Spencer, Michael Stuhlbarg, and Doug Jones. Aside from winning four Academy Awards, the film is still “Certified Fresh” on Rotten Tomatoes. It’s most certainly worth noting that this film has already received a 4K UHD Blu-ray release back in 2018, yet this will feature a different visual presentation.

The movie has received a 4K digital master, supervised by director Guillermo del Toro. The tech specs for the release include a 2160p video presentation in the 1.85:1 aspect ratio with HDR10 form of high dynamic range and DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 lossless surround sound. The release will come as a “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart. You can find the 4K UHD Blu-ray available for preorder at Amazon. You can also order the 4K UHD Blu-ray directly via Criterion’s website. The bonus materials set to be included with this release are listed below.

  • New conversation between del Toro and filmmaker David Lowery
  • A Fairy Tale for Troubled Times, a documentary highlighting the film’s production design, performances, special effects, and score
  • Anatomy of a Scene: Prologue and Anatomy of a Scene: The Dance, both featuring on-set footage and interviews with del Toro
  • Shaping the Waves, an interview with illustrator James Jean
  • Masterclass from 2017 on the film’s technical aspects, featuring del Toro, director of photography Dan Laustsen, visual-effects supervisor and co–creature designer Shane Mahan, visual-effects supervisor Dennis Berardi, costume designer Luis Sequeira, and production designer Paul D. Austerberry
  • Trailers
  • English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing and English descriptive audio
  • PLUS: An essay by film critic Carlos Aguilar
  • New cover by Greg Ruth

A Simple Plan comes to 4K and Blu-ray in November

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The 1998 film “A Simple Plan” is officially coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Disc in Limited Editions on November 19th via Arrow Video. The film, directed by Sam Raimi, starred Bill Paxton, Billy Bob Thornton, Bridget Fonda, Brent Briscoe, and Gary Cole. It’s worth noting that this film is “Certified Fresh” on Rotten Tomatoes.

The movie has received a new 4K remaster from the original negative, approved by director Sam Raimi. Tech specs for the 4K release include a 2160p video presentation in the 1.85:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision and HDR10 forms of high dynamic range and DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround and 2.0 Stereo lossless sound. The tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in the 1.85:1 aspect ratio with DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround and 2.0 Stereo lossless sound. You can now find the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Limited Editions available for preorder at Amazon. The 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Limited Editions are also available directly for preorder via Arrow Video’s website. The Limited Edition 4K and Blu-ray sets will include an illustrated collector’s booklet and reversible sleeve (4K version pictured below).

Below is a list of the bonus materials and physical extras to be included with the Limited Edition sets.

  • Brand new audio commentary by critics Glenn Kenny and Farran Smith Nehme
  • Brand new audio commentary by production designer Patrizia von Brandenstein with filmmaker Justin Beahm
  • Of Ice and Men, a newly filmed interview with cinematographer Alar Kivilo
  • Standing Her Ground, a newly filmed interview with actor Becky Ann Baker
  • Dead of Winter, a newly filmed interview with actor Chelcie Ross
  • On-set interviews with Paxton, Thornton, Fonda, Raimi, and producer Jim Jacks
  • Behind-the-scenes footage
  • Theatrical trailer
  • Reversible sleeve featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Matt Griffin
  • Illustrated collectors’ booklet featuring new writing on the film by Bilge Ebiri and an excerpt from the book The Unseen Force: The Films of Sam Raimi by John Kenneth Muir

The 2024 film MaXXXine gets a 4K and Blu-ray in October

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According to retailers, the 2024 film “MaXXXine” is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Disc on October 8th via Lionsgate. The movie from A24 studios, written & directed by Ti West, stars Mia Goth, Charley Rowan McCain, Elizabeth Debicki, Giancarlo Esposito, Moses Sumney, Kevin Bacon, Michelle Monaghan, and Halsey. It’s certainly worth noting that the film is “Certified Fresh” on Rotten Tomatoes.

The tech specs and bonus materials for the 4K and Blu-ray have yet to be detailed but stay tuned for an update. It is known that the 4K and Blu-ray will both come as a “combo pack” with the 4K getting its Blu-ray Disc counterpart and the Blu-ray getting its DVD counterpart. Each release will include a digital copy. You can now find the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray available for preorder at Amazon.

Further below, after the break, you can find the film trailer.

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The 2024 film Longlegs on 4K and Blu-ray in September

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The 2024 psychological horror film “Longlegs” is officially coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Disc on September 24th via NEON (distributed by Decal Releasing). The film, written & directed by Osgood Perkins, stars Maika Monroe, Nicolas Cage, Blair Underwood, and Alicia Witt. It’s certainly worth noting that this film is “Certified Fresh” at Rotten Tomatoes.

The tech specs for the 4K release include a 2160p video presentation in the 1.85:1 aspect ratio with HDR10 form of high dynamic range and DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 lossless surround sound. 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 sound. The 4K release will come as a “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included. You can now find the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray available for preorder at Amazon. The 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray are also available for preorder at retailer Walmart. The bonus materials set to be included with the releases are listed below.

  • On-set Interviews with Osgood Perkins, Maika Monroe, Blair Underwood & Alicia Witt
  • Feature Audio Commentary with Osgood Perkins
  • The Clues
  • The Evidence
  • Dirty + Sweet
  • Teaser
  • Trailer

Further below, after the break, you can find the trailer in HD on YouTube.

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