Sony Pictures Home Entertainment will release the 2024 film “Paddington in Peru” on Blu-ray Disc on April 29th. Dougal Wilson directed the film. The cast includes Hugh Bonneville, Emily Mortimer, Julie Waters, Jim Broadbent, Carla Tous, Olivia Colman, and Antonio Banderas. Ben Whishaw provides the voice of “Paddington.” This film is “Certified Fresh” by critics and “Verified Hot” by audiences on Rotten Tomatoes.
The Blu-ray tech specs include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio and lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround sound. The release will come with a digital copy of the film, compatible with Movies Anywhere.
The Blu-ray is now available for preorder at Amazon. The bonus materials included with the release are listed below.
The 1998 movie “Dark City“ will get 4K UHD Blu-ray Limited Edition and Blu-ray Limited Edition sets on June 24th. The releases are via Arrow Video. Alex Proyas directed and co-wrote the film. The movie starred Rufus Sewell, William Hurt, Kiefer Sutherland, Jennifer Connelly, and Richard O’Brien. It’s certainly worth noting that this film is “Certified Fresh” on Rotten Tomatoes. This release will feature both the Director’s Cut and Theatrical Cut in either 4K or HD.
The movie has received a new 4K restoration from the original 35mm camera negative. Director of photography Dariusz Wolski approved this. The tech specs for the 4K include a 2160p video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio with HDR10. It will consist of Dolby Atmos, DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround, and 2.0 stereo lossless sound. Tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 2.39:1 aspect ratio. It will also include Dolby Atmos, DTS-HD MA 5.1, and 2.0 sound. The 4K and Blu-ray releases will each come with two discs. There will be an additional 4K UHD Blu-ray or Blu-ray Disc. This addition is for both the director’s cut and the theatrical cut of the film. Each disc will also include extras.
60-page perfect bound collectors book featuring new writing by author Richard Kadrey, and film critics Sabina Stent, Virat Nehru and Martyn Pedler
Limited edition packaging featuring newly commissioned artwork by Doug John Miller
Double-sided fold-out poster featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Doug John Miller
Three postcard-sized reproduction art cards
Postcard from Shell Beach
Dr Schreber business card
Disc 1 (4K UHD Blu-ray/Blu-ray) Director’s Cut:
Brand new audio commentary by director Alex Proyas
Brand new audio commentary with Craig Anderson, Bruce Isaacs and Herschel Isaacs, co-hosts of the Film Versus Film podcast
Archive audio commentary by director Alex Proyas
Archive audio commentary by film critic Roger Ebert
Archive audio commentary by writers Lem Dobbs and David S. Goyer
Archive introduction by Alex Proyas
Return to Dark City, a new hour-long documentary featuring interviews with director Alex Proyas, producer Andrew Mason, production designers Patrick Tatopoulos and George Liddle, costume designer Liz Keough, storyboard artist Peter Pound, director of photography Dariusz Wolski, actor Rufus Sewell, hair & makeup artist Leslie Vanderwalt and VFX creative director Peter Doyle
Rats in a Maze, a new visual essay by film scholar Alexandra West
I’m as Much in the Dark as You Are, a new visual essay by film scholar Josh Nelson on film noir and identity in Dark City
Design & Storyboards
Disc 2 (4K UHD Blu-ray/Blu-ray) Theatrical Cut:
Archive audio commentary by director Alex Proyas, writers Lem Dobbs & David S. Goyer, director of photography Dariusz Wolski and production designer Patrick Tatopoulos
Archive audio commentary by film critic Roger Ebert
Memories of Shell Beach, a 2008 featurette in which cast and crew look back at the making of the film from concept to reception
Architecture of Dreams, a 2008 featurette presenting five perspectives on the themes and meanings of the film
The 1985 film “Brazil” arrives on 4K UHD Blu-ray on June 3rd via The Criterion Collection. Terry Gilliam directed and co-wrote the film. The movie starred Jonathan Pryce, Robert De Niro, Ian Holm, Bob Hoskins, Michael Palin, Katherine Helmond, and Kim Greist. It’s certainly worth noting that this film has been deemed “Certified Fresh” (based on critics) at Rotten Tomatoes.
This has received a 4K digital restoration of the (143-minute) “director’s cut,” supervised and approved by director Terry Gilliam. Its 4K tech specs include a 2160p video presentation in a 1.85:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (or HDR10) and a lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 surround audio mix. This 3-disc set will come as a “combo pack“. It will come with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart (as well as) another Blu-ray included, with extras.
The 1993 film “Tombstone“ officially comes to 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook on April 22nd via Hollywood Pictures (Disney). George P. Cosmatos directed the film. It starred Kurt Russell, Val Kilmer, Sam Elliott, Bill Paxton, and Powers Boothe. It’s certainly worth noting that this film is “Certified Fresh” by critics on Rotten Tomatoes.
Here’s an excerpt from the press release, which was just issued.
BURBANK, CA (March 20, 2025) – Justice is coming when the legendary epic action-adventure, Tombstone, rides again on April 22 on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray disc. The film has been meticulously remastered and restored, allowing audiences to experience every gun battle with stunning visuals and immersive sound. Tombstone will also be available on digital platforms, including Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home.
Originally released in 1993, this is the first 4K rodeo for Tombstone, triggering viewers to witness all the dustups and defilement of the Wild West in crisp visual detail unlike ever before. Without having to skin a smoke wagon, Tombstone’s audience will get a peek behind the saloon doors to see how Director George P. Cosmatos and his gang of filmmakers brought the historic O.K. Corral into theatrical reality, including the storyboard process and realistic Old West gunslinging.
The upcoming 4K release of Tombstone is the high-res huckleberry fans have awaited for decades….you’re a daisy if you don’t add it to your personal cinema archives. Along with previously released bonus extras, the 4K disc will draw an eye-popping collectible limited edition SteelBook® with custom artwork and packaging.
4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook
The tech specs for the 4K release include a 2160p video presentation in a 2.35:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (or HDR10) form of high dynamic range. The 4K release will also feature DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 lossless surround sound, on a BD-66 disc. This will come as a 2-disc “combo pack” with the Blu-ray Disc counterpart included. A digital copy of the film in 4K will also be provided.
UPDATED: The 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook is now available for preorder at Amazon. You can also find it available for preorder at retailer Walmart. The legacy bonus materials, included on the Blu-ray in this 2-disc set, are listed below.
The Making of Tombstone
An Ensemble Cast
Making An Authentic Western
The Gunfight At The O.K. Corral
Director’s Original Storyboards: O.K. Corral Sequence
Two films directed by Steven Soderbergh are coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on April 15th (individually). The films are “The Good German“ (2006) and “The Informant!“ (2008). Both will be released via Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment. It’s certainly worth noting that “The Informant!” is “Certified Fresh” on Rotten Tomatoes, based on critics. Each film’s cast is listed below.
“The Good German” cast: George Clooney, Cate Blanchett, Tobey Maguire, Beau Bridges
“The Informant!” cast: Matt Damon, Melanie Lynskey, Joel McHale, Scott Bakula, Tony Hale
The tech specs for the 4K releases are as follows. “The Good German” will be presented in a 1.33:1 aspect ratio in 2160p with Dolby Vision or HDR10 and DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 lossless surround sound. “The Informant!” will be presented in a 1.85:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision or HDR10 and DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround. The 4K release of “The Good German” will come as a 2-disc “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included. It’s worth noting that a Blu-ray version of the film will also be available on the same date (4/15).
Both 4K UHD Blu-ray releases for “The Good German“ and “The Informant!“ are now available for preorder at Amazon. The Blu-ray release of “The Good German“ is also available for preorder at Amazon. The bonus materials for each release are listed below.
The 2024 film “Presence” will be released on 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray on May 20th via NEON/Decal Releasing. The movie was directed by Steven Soderbergh with a screenplay (written) by David Koepp. It stars Lucy Liu, Chris Sullivan, Callina Liang, and Julia Fox. It’s worth noting that this film has been deemed “Certified Fresh” by critics at Rotten Tomatoes.
The tech specs for the 4K release include a 2160p video presentation in the 1.78:1 aspect ratio with HDR10 and Dolby Atmos and DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround sound. The tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in the 1.78:1 aspect with Dolby Atmos and DTS-HD MA 5.1 sound. The 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray are now available for preorder at Amazon.
It seems no bonus materials will be included. This info is based on the back packaging images available for both releases.
The 2025 horror film “Heart Eyes“ is coming to Blu-ray Disc on April 15th via Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. Josh Ruben directed the film. It stars Olivia Holt, Mason Gooding, Gigi Zumbado, Michaela Watkins, Devon Sawa, and Jordana Brewster. It’s certainly worth noting that this movie is “Certified Fresh” by critics on Rotten Tomatoes.
The tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 2160p 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 copy, via paper insert, compatible with Movies Anywhere. The Blu-ray is now available for preorder at Amazon and Walmart. The bonus materials to be included with the release are listed below.
The 2024 film “The Brutalist” will be released on 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Disc on March 24th via A24. The movie, directed & co-written by Brady Corbet, starred Adrien Brody (in an Oscar-winning performance). It co-starred starred Felicity Jones, Guy Pearce, Joe Alwyn, Raffey Cassidy, and Stacy Martin. It’s certainly worth noting this film is “Certified Fresh” (based on critics) at Rotten Tomatoes. The movie won three “Oscars.” It won “Best Achievement in Music Written for Motion Pictures (Original Score).” It also won “Best Achievement in Cinematography.” The movie was nominated for a total of nine Academy Awards.
According to A24, the transfer is derived from the original 35mm negatives with VistaVision footage scanned at 6K. The tech specs for the 4K release include a 2160p video presentation in the 1.66:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (or HDR10) and DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround sound. Tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in the 1.66:1 aspect ratio and DTS-HD MA 5.1 sound.
The 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray are now available for preorder at Amazon. Consumers also can preorder directly via the A24 Shop. The bonus materials included in both versions are listed below.
Filmmaker Commentary with Director of Photography Lol Crawley
“The Architects of The Brutalist” Featurette (25 minutes)
Six Collectible Postcards with architectural renderings by Ákos Sógor
The 2024 film “Babygirl” is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Disc on March 18th via A24. The movie was written & directed by Halina Reijn. It stars Nicole Kidman, Harris Dickinson, Antonio Banderas, Sophie Wilde, and Esther McGregor. It’s worth noting this film is “Certified Fresh” based on critics at Rotten Tomatoes.
The tech specs for the 4K release include a 2160p video presentation in the 2.00:1 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 2.00:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Atmos sound.
