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The film Hamnet comes to 4K and Blu-ray in March

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A promotional image for the collector's edition of the film 'Hamnet,' directed by Chloe Zhao, featuring actors Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal. The cover shows the characters in a lush, green environment, surrounded by plants.
Blu-ray cover of the movie 'Hamnet', featuring the title prominently along with the names of the cast Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal, set against a backdrop of greenery.
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The 2025 film “Hamnet” is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray on March 3rd via Universal Studios Home Entertainment.

Chloé Zhao directed, executive-produced, and co-wrote the screenplay for the motion picture. The movie is based on the novel (of the same title) written by Maggie O’Farrell. O’Farrell also actually co-wrote the script. Steven Spielberg and Sam Mendes both served as producers. The movie starred Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal. Its supporting cast included Justine Mitchell, Emily Watson, David Wilmot, James Lintern, Joe Alwyn, Zac Wishart, and Freya Hannan-Mills. It’s worth noting that this is “Certified Fresh” (by critics) and “Verified Hot” (by audiences) on Rotten Tomatoes.

UPDATED: The tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray have now been detailed. It will include a 2160p video presentation in a 1.78:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (HDR10-compatible) high dynamic range and Dolby Atmos sound, on a BD-100 disc. The tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in a 1.78:1 aspect ratio and Dolby Atmos sound, on a BD-50 disc.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray will come as a 2-disc “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included. Both releases will feature a digital code (copy) of the film compatible with Movies Anywhere.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray are each now available for preorder at Amazon. The bonus materials to be included with the release(s) are listed below.

  • Audio Commentary by Chloé Zhao
  • Featurettes:
    • Family is Forever
    • Cultivating Creativity
    • Recreating the Tudor Period

The Brutalist comes to 4K and Blu-ray in March

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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

Harriet with Cynthia Erivo on Blu-ray January

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The 2019 biographical film “Harriet“ starring Cynthia Erivo (as Harriet Tubman) is officially coming to Blu-ray Disc on January 28th via Universal. The film, directed by Kasi Lemmons, co-stars Leslie Odom Jr., Joe Alwyn, Clarke Peters, Vanessa Bell Calloway, and Janelle Monáe. Tech specs for the release include 1080p HD video in the 2.39:1 aspect ratio with DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1 surround sound. The release will come in the form of a “combo pack” with a DVD counterpart of the film included as well as a digital code (copy) of the film. The Blu-ray is now available for preorder over at Amazon. Bonus materials set to be included on the release are listed below.

  • Deleted Scenes
  • Her Story – Harriet Tubman was one of the strongest women in history, so it’s only right that HARRIET was shepherded by three strong women filmmakers. Watch as they discuss their experience infusing this story with appropriate courage, compassion, and hope.
  • Becoming Harriet – Cynthia Erivo and the rest of the cast join filmmakers in discussing the role of Harriet Tubman and Cynthia’s interpretation of it. From contributing music to the film to finding herself spiritually in the story, Cynthia reveals her personal journey of helping make this film a success.
  • Feature Commentary with Co-writer and Director Kasi Lemmons

Further below, after the break, you can find the full details regarding the upcoming home video release(s) of this film.

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“The Favourite” with Emma Stone and Rachel Weisz on Blu-ray in early March

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The 2018 Yorgos Lanthimos directed film “The Favourite“ is coming to Blu-ray Disc on March 5th, via Fox Home Entertainment. The film is nominated for a total of 10 Oscars and features a primary cast of Olivia Colman, Emma Stone, and Rachel Weisz. The tech specs for the release have not yet been detailed, but you expect an update on that. The release will come in the form of a “combo pack” with a DVD and Digital Copy of the film included. You can find the Blu-ray now available for pre-order over at Amazon, Best Buy, and Target. Bonus materials set to be included on the release are listed below.

  • Deleted Scenes
  • The Favourite: Unstitching the Costume Drama

“Mary Queen of Scots” is coming to both 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray in February

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The 2018 film “Mary Queen of Scots” starring Saoirse Ronan and Margot Robbie is coming to both 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Disc on February 26th, via Universal. The film, directed by Josie Rourke, co-stars Jack Lowden, Joe Alwyn, Guy Pearce, and David Tennant. Tech specs for the 4K include 2160p video presented in the 2.39:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision and HDR10 forms of High Dynamic Range and Dolby Atmos sound. Technical specs for the Blu-ray include 1080p video in the 2.39:1 aspect with Dolby Atmos sound. The 4K release (a “combo pack”) will come with a Blu-ray included, and both releases will come with a Digital Copy of the film included. Both the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray both are available to pre-order now over at Amazon. Bonus materials set to be included on the release are listed below.

  • An Epic Confrontation
  • Tudor Feminism
  • Something About Marys
  • Feature Audio Commentary with Director Josie Rourke and Composer Max Richter

Joel Edgerton film “Boy Erased” starring Lucas Hedges comes to Blu-ray in January

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The 2018 Joel Edgerton directed film “Boy Erased“ starring Lucas Hedges is coming to Blu-ray Disc on January 29th, 2019 via Universal. The film co-stars Nicole Kidman, Russell Crowe, Joe Alwyn, Xavier Dolan, Troye Sivan, Cherry Jones, and Flea. Tech specs for the Blu-ray include 1080p video in the 1.85:1 aspect ratio and DTS-HD 5.1 Master Audio sound. The release will include a Digital Copy of the film. You can now find the title on Blu-ray to pre-order over at Amazon. Bonus materials set to be included on the release are listed below.

  • Deleted and Extended Scenes
  • Jared Revealed
  • Becoming Eamons
  • Man Consumed: Joel Edgerton