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Big Helium Dog comes to Blu-ray in September

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The 1999 film Big Helium Dog comes to Blu-ray Disc on September 16th via SModCastle Cinema. This release will be distributed by MVD Entertainment Group. Brian Lynch wrote and directed the movie. Kevin Smith executive-produced the film. It starred Michael Ian Black, Erik Stolhanske, Kevin Heffernan, Matt Kawczynski, Lorene Scafaria, Brian Quinn, Ming Chen, and Kevin Smith. This features members of the Broken Lizard comedy troupe.

This comes from a new transfer and restoration of the 16mm original camera negative. The tech specs for the release include a 1080p HD video presentation in the 1.33:1 aspect ratio and uncompressed PCM 2.0 Stereo sound.

The Blu-ray is now available for preorder at Amazon and directly via the MVDShop. The bonus materials set to be included with this release are listed below.

  • Commentary from Writer/Director Brian Lynch and star Matt Kawczynski
  • Commentary from Brian Lynch, Matt Kawczynski and Film Historian Patrick Cotnoir
  • Introduction by Executive Producer Kevin Smith and Writer & Director Brian Lynch (HD, 11:33)
  • Q & A with Writer & Director Brian Lynch along with Associate Producer Kimbery Loughran and stars Matt Kawczynski, Lorene Scafaria, Brian Quinn and Michael Linstroth. (HD, 72:37)
  • Cast auditions featuring Michael Linstroth, Bryan Johnson and more! (SD, 02:54)
  • Behind the Scenes Photo Gallery
  • 1999 Trailer with Introduction feat. “Hollywood’s Brian Lynch” (SD, 07:53)
  • 1999 Theatrical Trailer (SD, 02:20)
  • Limited Edition Slipcover (first pressing only)

EDITORIAL NOTE: This will be the second Blu-ray release from Kevin Smith‘s SModCastle Cinema line of home video releases. The first was “A Better Place” (Director’s Cut), which is now available on Blu-ray.

2019 film Hustlers on 4K and Blu-ray December

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The 2019 film “Hustlers” starring Constance Wu and Jennifer Lopez is officially coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Disc on December 10th via Universal. The film, inspired by a true story and directed by Lorene Scafaria, co-stars Julia Stiles, Keke Palmer, Lili Reinhart, Lizzo, and Cardi B. Hustlers received quite a bit of critical-acclaim during its theatrical run, in fact it’s “Certified Fresh” over at Rotten Tomatoes. Tech specs for the 4K UHD Blu-ray include 2160p video in the 2.39:1 aspect ratio with HDR10 form of High Dynamic Range and Dolby Atmos sound. Tech specs for the Blu-ray include 1080p video in the 2.39:1 aspect ratio and Dolby Atmos sound. The two releases will both come in the form of a “combo pack” with the 4K getting and Blu-ray, the Blu-ray getting a DVD, and each getting a digital code (copy) of the film. You can now find the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Disc available for preorder over at Amazon. Bonus materials set to be included on these releases are listed below.

  • Feature Commentary with Director Lorene Scafaria
  • Trailers

Further below, after the break, you can find the full details about these upcoming home video releases of the film.

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