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The 1980 film Somewhere in Time gets a 4K in February
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The 1980 film “Somewhere in Time“ is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on February 10th via KL Studio Classics (Kino Lorber). Jeannot Szwarc directed the film, written by Richard Matheson. It starred Christopher Reeve and Jane Seymour. It co-starred Christopher Plummer, Teresa Wright, George Voskovec, Bill Erwin, William H. Macy, Susan French, George Wendt, and John Alvin.
The movie has received a new 4K scan of the 35mm original camera negative. 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) and lossless Mono sound, on a BD-100 disc. The release will come as a 2-disc “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included.
The 4K UHD Blu-ray is now available to preorder at Amazon as well as directly via Kino Lorber. The bonus materials included with the release are listed below, sorted by disc.
Disc 1 (4K UHD Blu-ray):
- NEW Audio Commentary by Novelist and Critic Tim Lucas
- NEW Audio Commentary by Film Historian/Writer Julie Kirgo and Writer/Filmmaker Peter Hankoff
- Audio Commentary by Director Jeannot Szwarc
Disc 2 (Blu-ray):
- NEW Audio Commentary by Novelist and Critic Tim Lucas
- NEW Audio Commentary by Film Historian/Writer Julie Kirgo and Writer/Filmmaker Peter Hankoff
- Audio Commentary by Director Jeannot Szwarc
- Back to Somewhere in Time: Documentary by Laurent Bouzereau (63:42)
- Inside Insite – The Somewhere in Time Fan Club: Featurette (3:23)
- Theatrical Trailer
The Return of the Pink Panther gets a 4K in March
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The 1975 sequel “The Return of the Pink Panther“ is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on March 3rd via KL Studio Classics [Kino Lorber]. Blake Edwards directed and co-wrote the film, which starred Peter Sellers. It co-starred Christopher Plummer, Catherine Schell, Herbert Lom, Burt Kwouk, Graham Stark, and Peter Arne.
The movie has received a 4K scan of the original 35mm camera negative. The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray release include a 2160p video presentation in a 2.35:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible) with lossless sound, on a BD-100 disc. The audio should be the original Mono, most likely in a 2-channel container. The 2-disc release will come as a “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included.
The 4K UHD Blu-ray is not yet available for preorder at Amazon, but stay tuned for an update. In the meantime, though, you can preorder directly via Kino Lorber’s website. The bonus materials included with the release are listed below, sorted by disc.
Disc 1 (4K UHD Blu-ray):
- Audio commentary by Jason Simos of The Peter Sellers Appreciation Society
Disc 2 (Blu-ray):
- Audio commentary by Jason Simos of The Peter Sellers Appreciation Society
- A Bit of Passion and Lots of Laughs with Catherine Schell: Featurette (21:48)
- Production Designer Peter Mullins on Making the Pink Panthers: Featurette (28:03)
- The Return to Laughter: 1975 Featurette (8:21)
- Three Theatrical Trailers (6:09)
- Four TV Spots (3:25)
- Four Radio Spots (2:29)
NOTE: A Special Edition Blu-ray will be released on February 3rd, and can be preordered directly as well.
The 2001 film A Beautiful Mind gets a 4K in February
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The 2001 film “A Beautiful Mind“ is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on February 3rd via Universal Studios Home Entertainment. Ron Howard directed the movie, which won four Academy Awards, including “Best Picture” and “Best Director.” It starred Russell Crowe, Ed Harris, Jennifer Connelly, Christopher Plummer, Paul Bettany, and Adam Goldberg.
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) and Dolby Atmos sound, on a BD-100 disc. The release will be a 2-disc set, as a “combo pack,” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included, along with a digital code (copy) compatible with Movies Anywhere.
UPDATED: The 4K UHD Blu-ray is now available for preorder at Amazon and GRUV. The bonus materials included with the release are listed below.
- Deleted Scenes
- A Beautiful Partnership: Ron Howard & Brian Grazer
- Inside A Beautiful Mind
- Development of the Screenplay
- Meeting John Nash
- Accepting the Nobel Prize in Economics
- Casting Russell Crowe & Jennifer Connelly
- The Process of Age Progression
- Creating the Special Effects
- Scoring the Film
- Feature Commentary with Director Ron Howard
- Feature Commentary with Screenwriter Akiva Goldsman
- Final Feature Comparisons
- Creating of the Special Effects
The Sound of Music arrives on 4K September 23rd
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The 1965 musical “The Sound of Music“ is officially coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on September 23rd via Disney. The movie is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year. Robert Wise directed the film, which starred Julie Andrews, and Christopher Plummer. It co-starred Eleanor Parker, Richard Haydn, Peggy Wood, Charmian Carr, Heather Menzies, Nicholas Hammond, Duane Chase, Angela Cartwright, Debbie Turner, and Kym Karath.
“Lovingly restored by Disney’s award-winning film restoration team, the 4K transfer showcases every mountain peak, every twirl, and every soaring note with stunning clarity and richness. It’s The Sound of Music as you remember it – more vivid, more moving, and more magical than ever.”
The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include a 2160p video presentation in a 2.20:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision and HDR10 forms of high dynamic range, accompanied by Dolby Atmos sound. This will be a 3-disc set “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included for the movie, as well as an additional Blu-ray Disc for extras. Tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 2.20:1 aspect ratio with DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1 lossless surround sound. A digital copy of the film will also be included.
Below you can find a video demo showcasing this 4K restoration effort. It’s embedded and hosted on YouTube. There’s no audio. It shows you side-by-side sliding comparisons between the original film source and the final restorative efforts.
UPDATED: The 4K UHD Blu-ray is now available for preorder at Amazon. The bonus materials set to be included on this are shown and listed further below, including three postcards.
Disc 1 (4K UHD Blu-ray):
- Sing-Along Version
- Commentary by Julie Andrews, Christopher Plummer, Charmian Carr, Dee Dee Wood & Johannes von Trapp
- Commentary by Robert Wise
Disc 2 (Blu-ray):
- Sing-Along Version
- Commentary by Julie Andrews, Christopher Plummer, Charmian Carr, Dee Dee Wood & Johannes von Trapp
- Commentary by Robert Wise
Disc 3 (Blu-ray Bonus):
- The Sound of a City Documentary – Julie Andrews returns to Salzburg, Austria
- A City of Song – Filming locations in Salzburg, Austria
- Musical Stages – The songs, the show & the family
- Vintage Programs – The Sound of Music, Rodgers and Hammerstein, location interviews, and audio interviews
- Rare Treasures – Julie and Carol at Carnegie Hall: The Pratt Family Singers, The Julie Andrews Hour: Julie Andrews and Maria Von Trapp, Screen Tests, 40th Anniversary DVD Introduction by Julie Andrews, and galleries
- Publicity – Fox Movietone News – Academy Awards,®, trailers and teasers, TV spots, and radio spots
The Sound of Music Comes to 4K This Year
The 1965 film “The Sound of Music” will be released on 4K UHD Blu-ray later this year. This release will come from 20th Century Studios (Disney). The movie is celebrating its 60th Anniversary this year. The details about the 4K restoration and upcoming release are listed below, taken from the press release.
With 4K Film Restoration and Worldwide Special Events
Add This to Your List of Favorite Things When The Sound of Music
Arrives All-New in Theaters and on 4K Ultra HD™ Blu-ray Later This Year!BURBANK, CA (February 20, 2025) – This March 2, 2025 will mark 60 years since the tunes of Rodgers & Hammerstein brought theatrical hills alive with the cinematic treasure The Sound of Music. This year, fans of all ages will experience the heart-warming sights and sing-along sounds of the classic film in a beautifully restored and remastered version to be released in 4K image resolution, courtesy of the precise work endeavored by the Walt Disney Film Restoration team. Over the course of 9 months, the restoration team oversaw digital scanning of preserved film footage and expert clean-up efforts to correct any dirt, warping or other issues encountered. “Our team is honored to care for and re-deliver this classic film to audiences around the world so they can enjoy it in all its originally intended visual and audio glory,” says Kevin Schaeffer, Director, Restoration & Library Management. Weaving artistic skills with innovative technology in a process more delicate than the petals of an edelweiss, the 60th anniversary restoration of The Sound of Music sings with both vibrant color and resounding melody, sharing the cinematic legacy anew for generations to come.
“This enhanced version of The Sound of Music is a testament to the enduring power of this iconic masterpiece. As we enter the 60th year, the restoration will safeguard our beloved classic for generations to come,” says Imogen Lloyd Webber, who oversees the Rodgers & Hammerstein brand as EVP Marketing and Communications for Concord Theatricals and Originals.
“The Walt Disney Company couldn’t be a better partner to bring to life an amazing international celebration of The Sound of Music’s enduring and meaningful impact on culture,” adds Sophia Dilley, EVP of Concord Originals.
In this true-life story, Julie Andrews lights up the screen as Maria, a spirited young woman who leaves the convent and becomes a governess to the seven unruly children of Captain von Trapp (Christopher Plummer). Her warmth, charm and songs soon win the hearts of the children and their father. But when the threat of war rises, Maria is forced to attempt a daring escape with her new family. A five-time Academy Awards®-winning classic, and one of the most successful movie musicals of all time, The Sound of Music features unforgettable Rodgers & Hammerstein treasures like “Edelweiss,” ”My Favorite Things,” “Climb Ev’ry Mountain,” and “Do-Re-Mi.”
Watch for future announcements on the rollout of 60th anniversary celebration for The Sound of Music and brush off your do-re-mi skills in the meantime!
Stay tuned for further details about this upcoming 4K UHD Blu-ray release later in the year.
1995 Terry Gilliam film 12 Monkeys arrives on 4K April
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The 1995 film “12 Monkeys” is officially coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray for the very first time on April 26th via Arrow Video here in the United States. The film, directed by Terry Gilliam, starred Bruce Willis, Madeleine Stowe, David Morse, Christopher Plummer, and Brad Pitt.
The tech specs for the release include a 2160p video presentation in the 1.85:1 aspect ratio with HDR10 and Dolby Vision forms of high dynamic range and DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround and 2.0 Stereo lossless sound mixes. This is said to be using a “brand new restoration from a 4K scan of the original negative by Arrow Films, approved by director Terry Gilliam.”
You can now find the 4K UHD Blu-ray available for preorder over at Amazon here in the US. Also, the United Kingdom will be getting their 4K UHD Blu-ray release a day early, and on that note, here’s the Amazon UK preorder for that version. The bonus materials set to be included with the release are listed below.
- Audio commentary by Terry Gilliam and producer Charles Roven
- The Hamster Factor and Other Tales of Twelve Monkeys, feature-length making-of documentary by Keith Fulton and Louis Pepe (Lost in La Mancha)
- The Film Exchange with Terry Gilliam, a 1996 interview with Gilliam and critic Jonathan Romney, recorded at the London Film Festival
- Appreciation by Ian Christie, author of Gilliam on Gilliam
- The Twelve Monkeys Archives
- Theatrical trailer
- Reversible sleeve featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Gary Pullin
- FIRST PRESSING ONLY: Illustrated collector’s booklet featuring writing on the film by Nathan Rabin and Ian Christie
“The Last Full Measure” comes to Blu-ray in April
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The 2020 film “The Last Full Measure“ is officially coming to Blu-ray Disc on April 21st, via Lionsgate. The film, inspired by a true story, written & directed by Todd Robinson, included a cast of Sebastian Stan, Christopher Plummer, William Hurt, Ed Harris, Samuel L. Jackson, Michael Imperioli, and the late Peter Fonda. The tech specs for the Blu-ray release include 1080p HD video in the 2.39:1 aspect ratio and DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 audio. This release will come with a digital code (copy) of the film. You can now find the Blu-ray available for preorder over at Amazon and Target. The bonus materials set to be included on the release are listed below.
- “The Women of The Last Full Measure” Featurette
- “Medal of Honor Ceremony Shoot” Featurette
- “The Others May Live: Remembering Operation Abilene” Featurette
- “USAF Museum Screening with Veterans & Pitsenbarger Family” Featurette
- “The Music of The Last Full Measure” Featurette
- “William Pitsenbarger Tribute” Photo Gallery
Pixar’s “Up” comes to 4K UHD Blu-ray in March
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The 2009 Pixar computer-animated film “Up“ is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on March 3rd, via Disney, it seems according to retail alerts. The film, co-directed by Pete Docter & Bob Peterson, featured the voice talents of Edward Asner, Jordan Nagai, John Ratzenberger, Delroy Lindo, and Christopher Plummer. Tech specs for the 4K and bonus materials for the release have not yet been detailed but stay tuned for a possible update. It’s very likely the release will come with the HDR10 form of High Dynamic Range and Dolby Atmos sound – but that’s just speculation based on previous releases. The release will come in the form of a “combo pack” with the Blu-ray Disc counterparts (two discs) included as well as a digital code (copy) of the film. You can find the 4K UHD Blu-ray now is available for preorder over at Amazon and Best Buy. Lastly, it’s worth certainly mentioning that retailer Best Buy will be getting an exclusive 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook release of the film (pictured below), which is now available for preorder.
