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Nosferatu comes to 4K and Blu-ray in February

Posted on January 21, 2025 by Justin Sluss

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The 2024 film adaptation of “Nosferatu” will come to 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray Disc on February 18th via Universal Studios Home Entertainment. The film is directed and co-written by Robert Eggers. It stars Bill Skarsgård, Nicholas Hoult, Lily-Rose Depp, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Emma Corrin, and Willem Dafoe. It’s worth noting that this film is “Certified Fresh” on Rotten Tomatoes, based on critics’ reviews.

The tech specs for the 4K include a 2160p video presentation in the 1.66:1 aspect ratio with Dolby Vision (or HDR10) form of high dynamic range and Dolby Atmos sound, on a BD-100 disc. Tech specs for the Blu-ray include a 1080p HD video presentation in the 1.66:1 aspect ratio and Dolby Atmos sound, on a BD-50 disc. Both releases will include an “Extended Cut” of the film as well as the theatrical cut. Also, both releases will include a digital copy of the film compatible with Movies Anywhere.

You can now find the 4K UHD Blu-ray and Blu-ray available for preorder at Amazon. Stay tuned for an update as to when they are available for preorder at GRUV and Walmart.

UPDATED: A 4K UHD Blu-ray SteelBook (pictured below) will also be available and it is now available for preorder at Amazon.

The bonus materials set to be included with the releases are listed below.

NOSFERATU: A MODERN MASTERPIECE – Explore the deepest, darkest depths of NOSFERATU with the actors and artists whose commitment and craftwork take the classic vampire epic to horrifying new heights.
DELETED SCENES
- Ellen at the Window
- Harding’s Bedchamber/Dark Corridor
- Behold, the Third Night
FEATURE COMMENTARY WITH WRITER/DIRECTOR ROBERT EGGERS

The Lighthouse comes to Blu-ray in January

Posted on November 25, 2019 by Justin Sluss

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The 2019 film “The Lighthouse” starring Willem Dafoe and Robert Pattinson is officially coming to Blu-ray Disc on January 7th, 2020 via Lionsgate. The film, directed by Robert Eggers, has received much critical acclaim during its theatrical run. In fact, at the time of writing, the film is “Certified Fresh” over at Rotten Tomatoes. Tech specs for the Blu-ray include 1080p HD video in the 1.19:1 aspect ratio with DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 sound. As of now, there’s no preorder listing up for the Blu-ray yet over at Amazon. It is listed over at the retailer Best Buy as coming soon. Stay tuned for an update when it becomes listed on Amazon. The release will come with a digital code (copy) of the film. Bonus materials set to be included on the release are listed below.

“The Lighthouse: A Dark & Stormy Tale” Featurette
Audio Commentary with Co-Writer & Director Robert Eggers
Deleted Scenes

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

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2015 Robert Eggers horror film “The Witch” comes to 4K UHD Blu-ray in April

Posted on February 11, 2019 by Justin Sluss

The 2015 horror film “The Witch“ (a.k.a. “The VVitch”) written and directed by Robert Eggers is coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray on April 23rd, via Lionsgate. The film received much critical acclaim back in 2016, and it, in fact, remains “Certified Fresh” over at Rotten Tomatoes. This featured a cast of Anya Taylor-Joy, Ralph Ineson, Kate Dickie, Harvey Scrimshaw, Julian Richings, Sarah Stephens, and Bathsheba Garnett.

Tech specs for the 4K release include 2160p video in the 1.66:1 aspect ratio with both Dolby Vision and HDR10 forms of high dynamic range with DTS-HD 5.1 Master Audio sound. The release will come in the form of a “combo pack” with a Blu-ray and a digital copy of the film included.

UPDATE: This 4K UHD Blu-ray is now available for pre-order over at Amazon and Best Buy. Bonus materials set to be included on the release are listed below.