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The 2003 film The Rundown comes to 4K in August

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The 2003 film “The Rundown“ is officially coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on August 26th via KL Studio Classics. Peter Berg directed the movie. It starred Dwayne Johnson (“The Rock”), Seann William Scott, Christopher Walken, Rosario Dawson, Jon Gries, Ewen Bremner, William Lucking, and Arnold Schwarzenegger.

This features a 4K master, which comes from a new 4K scan of the 35mm original camera negative. The tech specs for the 4K include a 2160p video presentation in a 2.35:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision or HDR10 forms of high dynamic range. It will include lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround and 2.0 stereo sound, on a BD-100 disc. The 4K release will come as a “combo pack” with its Blu-ray Disc counterpart included.

The 4K UHD Blu-ray is now available for preorder at Amazon. Also, you can preorder directly via the Kino Lorber website. The bonus materials set to be included with this release are listed below, sorted by disc.

Disc 1 (4K UHD Blu-ray):

  • Audio Commentary by Director Peter Berg and Star Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson
  • Audio Commentary by Producers Kevin Misher and Marc Abraham
  • NEW Audio Commentary by Action Film Historian Mike Leeder and Filmmaker Matt Routledge

Disc 2 (Blu-ray):

  • Audio Commentary by Director Peter Berg and Star Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson
  • Audio Commentary by Producers Kevin Misher and Marc Abraham
  • NEW Audio Commentary by Action Film Historian Mike Leeder and Filmmaker Matt Routledge
  • Rumble in the Jungle: Featurette (10:32)
  • The Amazon, Hawaii Style: Featurette (5:27)
  • Apprtite for Destruction: Featurette (8:20)
  • The Rundown Uncensored – A Rock-umentary: Featurette (6:08)
  • Running Down the Town: Featurette (4:09)
  • Walken’s World: Featurette (5:33)
  • Deleted Scenes (13:50)
  • Theatrical Trailer (2:35) Newly Mastered in 2K

The 2004 film Friday Night Lights on 4K in October

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The 2004 film “Friday Night Lights” is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray and 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook on October 8th via Universal Studios Home Entertainment. The film, directed by Peter Berg, starred Billy Bob Thornton, Lucas Black, Garrett Hedlund, Derek Luke, Jay Hernandez, Lee Jackson, Lee Thompson Young, Tim McGraw, Connie Britton, and Amber Heard. The film is celebrating its 20th anniversary.

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 Dolby Atmos, on a BD-66 disc. The releases will both come in the form of a “combo pack” with the Blu-ray Disc counterpart and a digital copy included. UPDATE: The 4K UHD Blu-ray and 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook are now available for preorder at Amazon. Also, the 4K UHD Blu-ray is available for preorder at online retailer GRUV and the 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook (pictured below) is available for preorder at online retailer GRUV and retailer Walmart.

The following bonus materials will be included with the 4K releases.

  • Deleted Scenes
  • Peter Berg Discusses a Scene in the Movie
  • Player Cam
  • Tim McGraw: Off the Stage
  • The Story of the 1988 Permian Panthers
  • Gridiron Grads
  • Behind the Lights
  • Tribute to Maria
  • Feature Commentary with Director Peter Berg and Writer Buzz Bissinger

2004 Michael Mann film Collateral on 4K in December

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The 2004 Michael Mann directed film “Collateral“ starring Tom Cruise and Jamie Foxx is officially coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on December 8th via Paramount. The film co-starred Jada Pinkett Smith, Mark Ruffalo, Peter Berg, Bruce McGill, Javier Bardem, Irma P. Hall, and Barry Shabaka Henley.

Tech specs for the 4K release include a 2160p presentation in the 2.35:1 aspect ratio from a new 4K remaster that was done “under the supervision of the director” [Michael Mann]. No specific details yet regarding the audio format or configuration on this release, but I have put in an inquiry directly to the studio (Paramount) about this and I hope to hear back and provide you all with an update soon.

This release will come in the form of a “combo pack” meaning that it will come with a Blu-ray Disc counterpart (in this case: “remastered, offering an exceptional viewing experience”) and digital code (copy) of the film. You can find the 4K UHD Blu-ray now listed for preorder over at Amazon. The bonus materials set to be included on the release are listed below.

  • Commentary by Director Michael Mann
  • City of Night: The Making of Collateral
  • Special Delivery
  • Deleted Scene with Commentary
  • Shooting on Location: Annie’s Office
  • Tom Cruise & Jamie Foxx Rehearse
  • Visual FX: MTA Train

Below, after the break, you can find the full information regarding the announcement of this upcoming 4K UHD Blu-ray release of the film.

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Peter Berg film “Mile 22” starring Mark Wahlberg comes to Blu-ray in November

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The 2018 Peter Berg directed film “Mile 22“ starring Mark Wahlberg is coming to Blu-ray Disc on November 13th via Universal, according to an early alert to retailers. The Blu-ray will come as a “combo pack” with a DVD and a Digital Copy of the film included. The title is available for PRE-ORDER over at Amazon and Best Buy – where the release date is listed. The film co-stars Lauren Cohan, John Malkovich, Iko Uwais, Carlo Alban, Natasha Goubskaya, and Ronda Rousey.

UPDATE: This title has now officially been announced by the studio. Tech specs for this release will include full 1080p HD video in the 2.39:1 aspect ratio and DTS-HD 7.1 Master Audio sound. Bonus materials set to be included are listed below.

  • Overwatch: Follow the “Overwatch”, the para-military division in Mile 22, and explore the background and inspiration as to why this type of team was chosen for the film.
  • Introducing Iko: A spotlight on world-renowned action star Iko Uwais and his experience with combat fighting, stunt work and choreographing his own scenes in the film.
  • Iko Fight: Interview with Iko Uwais discussing his intense fight scenes from the practice room to the final shot.
  • Bad Ass Women: A behind-the-scenes look with stars Lauren Cohan and Ronda Rousey along with writer Lea Carpenter, discussing stunts, intellectual smarts and the overall tenacity of the film’s female characters.
  • BTS Stunts: An in-depth take on the creation of the action-packed stunts of Mile 22 with commentary from Director Peter Berg and the film’s stars.
  • Modern Combat: Explore the concept of modern action cinema, where scenes are created and shot in real time with multiple cameras, mesmerizing cinematography and intense action stunts.
  • Colombia: Take a tour Bogota, Colombia with the cast and filmmakers discussing key filming location points.
  • Trailers

There is no mention or any indication that a 4K UHD Blu-ray version is coming stateside from this bit of news. However, it is worth noting that an Australian retailer (EZYDVD.au) is listing the title on 4K UHD Blu-ray for pre-order with a November release date (a tad bit further off than stateside). This is worth noting, even if a 4K version doesn’t get released stateside, as ALL 4K UHD Blu-ray titles are REGION FREE – meaning they will play anywhere in the world, unlike Blu-ray and DVD (which a region locked). Stay tuned for further details as this title should be getting officially announced soon by the studio. Perhaps soon we will know if or if not a 4K version will be released here in the United States.

Below, after the break, you can find the official announcement for this release.

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