This Week's 4K Pickups

Finally upgraded Interstellar and Inception to 4K. Glad I found Poltergeist II and Cloud Atlas with slipcovers. Poltergeist and Alien: Romulus look amazing.

u/Redleader829 — 5 days ago

Amazon 50% off Criterion Collection Cheaper than UV

The US Amazon site has 50% off Criterion Collection 4K and Blu-rays which even with the exchange rate & international shipping may be a bit cheaper than Unobstructed View's 40% off (plus taxes and shipping). Amazon may also have titles not available at UV.

Let me add that while you are there you might want to sign up for a free trial to Amazon Prime and grab some Prime Day deals while they last. It doesn't include free shipping to Canada but you get the sick prices.

FINAL UPDATE

Right Amazon US is now offering an additional Prime discount with their 50% off on Criterion.

u/Redleader829 — 6 days ago
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Garry Marshall All-Star Romcoms and More

Picked up Garry Marshall all-star romcoms Valentine's Day (2010), and New Year's Eve (2011) as well as favs He's Just Not That Into You (2009) and underrated action-comedy Killers all used for around $4.99 each. I think Valentine's Day is OOP.

u/Redleader829 — 10 days ago
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Eraser 4K Great Transfer & Sound, Surprised by Special Features

I recently picked up Eraser on 4K UHD and was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the transfer. As one of my favorite Arnold Schwarzenegger films, I'm very familiar with both the picture and audio quality from the Blu-ray edition, and this new release is a noticeable upgrade.

While I'm not an audio expert, I found the Dolby Atmos track to be a welcome addition. For purists, the original theatrical audio track is also included, which is nice to have as an option.

Another pleasant surprise was the inclusion of two new special features with brand new interviews with director Chuck Russell, Vanessa Williams, and the film's producer. My only complaint is that they're very short, running only about 6 and 8 minutes each. I would have loved more in-depth discussions.

I picked up my copy at Walmart for around $27 CAD, which is an excellent price here in Canada. It also came with a slipcover, something that's becoming increasingly rare these days.

Overall, I highly recommend this release to fans of the film and collectors looking for a solid 4K upgrade.

u/Redleader829 — 15 days ago

Had to Add it to the Collection!

So happy Amazon restocked the Tombstone steelbook! I finally watched Tombstone 33 years after its release and absolutely loved it. The film was fantastic, and the steelbook artwork is incredible. It wasn’t cheap, but it was one of those movies I just had to add to the collection.

u/Redleader829 — 20 days ago

Should Actress Riley Keough Play Her Mother in Michael 2?

"My whole childhood was probably very extreme. In hindsight, I can see how crazy these things would be to somebody from the outside. But when you’re living in them, it’s just your life and your family. You just remember the love, and I had real love for Michael," Riley said of Michael Jackson.

u/Redleader829 — 25 days ago

Michael 4K, Blu-ray & Steelbooks Detailed

Lionsgate has detailed the 4K, Blu-ray and Steelbook releases of 'Michael', starring Jaafar Jackson, Colman Domingo, Nia Long and Miles Teller.

Special Features:

  • Two-disc (4k Blu-ray/Blu-ray) combo pack release
  • Dolby Vision/HDR Presentation of the film
  • Dolby Atmos audio track
  • Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough - The Making of Michael
  • From Gary to Greatness: The Jackson Brothers - Featurette
  • Home is Where the Heart Is: Behind the Gates of Hayvenhurst - Featurette
  • In the Mirror: Becoming Michael and Joe-Time Lapses - Featurette
  • First Look
  • Becoming Michael
  • Before the Big Screen
  • Original Trailers
  • Optional English SDH, Spanish, and French subtitles for the main feature

The 4K and Blu-ray releases are scheduled to be released on July 14.

u/Redleader829 — 26 days ago

Masters of the Universe Getting Limited Release?

Amazon has dropped the ball yet again. They clearly don’t understand the theatrical distribution business and would have been better off partnering with a studio that does.

Good luck finding this movie in theaters, let alone on a premium screen. My local Cineplex isn’t even showing it on Thursday, which is a first for a major release. On Friday, it’s been relegated to a small VIP Full Recliner auditorium with just three showtimes for the entire day.

That means I have to drive out of my way just to see the movie. I wouldn't mind making the extra trip for a premium format, but having to do it simply to watch it on a standard screen is frustrating.

The rollout in Ontario is really disappointing. From what I've read, only two theaters in the entire province are getting IMAX screenings. Just two.

This is why the movie is tracking for a domestic (US & Canada) opening weekend between $25 million and $35 million when it should be triple that amount.

In France, Amazon is skipping a theatrical release entirely and debuting the film directly on Prime Video.

And if you think that’s bad, the upcoming live-action Voltron movie is getting no theatrical release at all. WTF Amazon. Rant over.

u/Redleader829 — 30 days ago

Better Late Than Never

Finally received my Avatar: Fire and Ash 4K steelbook, very well packaged from Unobstructedview. It's joins the collection (see other pics).

u/Redleader829 — 1 month ago

The Japan nation-wide release is scheduled for June 12th.

Current Pre-Sale Details in Japan:

Tickets are currently available at theater box offices nationwide and through Japan's MOVIE WALKER STORE.

To drive early sales, physical ticket cards include a limited-edition "Grow up! Michael 4 Change Card" with a lenticular design that changes based on the viewing angle.

Digital Bonuses: Online pre-orders include a special digital movie ticket card with a viewing record feature as a keepsake.

Market Expectations: Japan is expected to be one of the film's top-performing international territories. For context, Jackson’s 2009 documentary "This Is It" earned over $56 million in Japan ($86M today), which was its highest intake outside of the United States.

While specific total revenue figures for Japan's pre-sales are not yet public, they are described by industry analysts as "surging" and on track for an enormous debut. Analysts predict that the Japan opening will be the primary driver for pushing Michael past the $800 million global milestone and potentially toward the $1 billion mark.

u/Redleader829 — 2 months ago

'Michael' crosses $423 worldwide! It's on track to moonwalk past 1 billion! It's Lionsgate’s biggest movie stateside post Covid. How many times have you seen 'Michael'?

u/Redleader829 — 2 months ago

Michael is closing in on $600 million worldwide. This weekend, it’s outperforming expectations with a $54M domestic haul, a solid 44% drop and an impressive 83% ahead of Bohemian Rhapsody at the same point in its run. Internationally, it’s projected to add another $100 million or more, pushing the global total to around $575 million plus.

u/Redleader829 — 2 months ago

This homeowner got tired of delivery drivers not being able to find his house so he came up with a spectacular and attention-grabbing solution. Using two thousand drones, he created messages in the sky to lead drivers to his home. YouTube

u/Redleader829 — 2 months ago