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Complete J.J. Abrams Star Trek Blu-ray Details

17 July 2009 11:56 PM, PDT | From TheHDRoom | See recent TheHDRoom news

After last night's early reveal of J.J. Abrams' Star Trek coming to Blu-ray Disc and DVD on November 17, Paramount has issued a press release with a top to bottom description of everything packaged into the sets. As noted last night, the packaging for Star Trek (2009) on Blu-ray and DVD will feature "augmented reality" that allows you to hold the case up to a webcam or PS3 Eye camera and move around a 3D holographic version of the Enterprise with tilts and pans of the case. J.J. Abrams has already seen the film on Blu-ray and promises fans are in for a treat. "I cannot wait for fans of Star Trek to check out the home entertainment release of the film. The behind-the-scenes features on the DVD -- and especially the Blu-ray -- give a wonderful look at the crazy hard work and incredible fun that went into making this movie,

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Details Announced for ‘Star Trek’ DVD

17 July 2009 1:24 PM, PDT | From The Flickcast | See recent The Flickcast news

It’s hard to believe that J.J. Abrams’ Star Trek was only two months ago, but since then, we have had transforming robots, teenage wizards, and hangovers to keep our summer busy. Now that most of the dust has settled, there is finally some more goodies to look forward to in the world of Star Trek as the details for the 3-disc Blu Ray and 2-disc Special Edition DVD (both out November 17) have been announced, and they look like the wait may be worth it.

Disc 1:

- Commentary—By director J.J. Abrams, writers Robert Orci and Alex Kurtzman, producer Damon Lindelof and executive producer Bryan Burk.

- Nasa News— This Bd-Live feature gives viewers access to the latest Nasa news about real space exploration. Learn about new mission developments and check out featured imagery from around the universe.

Disc 2:

To Boldly Go—Taking on the world’s most

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Star Trek Blu-ray Details Revealed

17 July 2009 11:37 AM, PDT | From ScreenRant.com | See recent Screen Rant news

Star Trek has boldly gone on to earn $375 million at the worldwide box office, and it’s coming to a home theater near you!

J.J. Abrams’ highly successful reboot of the legendary sci-fi franchise is getting a slick Blu-ray makeover and we’ve got the details on what extras will be waiting onboard the Enterprise, and (more importantly) when Star Trek will be beaming up into stores everywhere.

Oh, and DVD folks don’t feel too left out. We’ve got details on what you’ll be getting too.

 

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Star Trek 3-disc Blu-ray

The Star Trek three-disc Blu-ray is presented in 1080p High Definition with English 5.1 Dolby TrueHD, French 5.1 Dolby Digital and Spanish 5.1 Dolby Digital with English, English Sdh, French, Spanish and Portuguese subtitles.  Special features are as follows:

Disc 1:

Commentary—By director J.J. Abrams, writers Robert Orci and Alex Kurtzman, producer Damon Lindelof and executive producer Bryan Burk.

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Updated! Star Trek beams down on November 17

17 July 2009 12:01 AM, PDT | From Corona's Coming Attractions | See recent Corona's Coming Attractions news

It's all but officially stamped by Paramount Home Video that the newly reimagined Star Trek will arrive on home video come November 17. The movie will be available as a three-disc Blu-ray, a two-disc DVD with loads of extra features and a single-disc film that will include a director's commentary track by J.J. Abrams.

There will also be a gimmicky feature on the cover for the disc. Called "augmented reality," when you hold up the cover to the Star Trek DVD in front of your computer's webcam you will be treated to an interactive hologram-like image on your screen. By turning your hand you will be able to move the image and tour five different rooms onboard the U.S.S. Enterprise, as well as engage enemies in a space battle.

While the arrival date is known, it's less clear what kind of extra material will be on the two-disc and three-disc sets.

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Patrick Sauriol

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Star Trek Beaming Up to DVD and Blu-ray on November 17th

16 July 2009 3:03 PM, PDT | From MovieWeb | See recent MovieWeb news

While the DVD hasn't officially been announced yet, it seems some details have come forth about one of the year's biggest hits on DVD. It seems that Variety has gotten a hold of the DVD and Blu-ray details for the forthcoming Star Trek DVD, which will apparently hit the shelves on November 17.

The trade is reporting that the film will be released in a two-disc DVD set and a three-disc Blu-ray set, both of which will include a new state-of-the-art feature right on the disc's packaging. Dubbed "augmented reality," the packaging will be fitted with a device that, if you hold the packaging up to any normal webcam, the packaging will unlock a special hologram that comes up on the computer screen. Users will have to log in to a website to access the feature, but they can take a virtual tour of the decks of the U.S.S.

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George Lucas is Highest-Paid Man in Hollywood

16 July 2009 9:00 AM, PDT | From WorstPreviews.com | See recent Worst Previews news

Forbes magazine already revealed that the highest-earning actor between June 2008 and June 2009 is Harrison Ford ($65 million) and the highest-earning actress is Angelina Jolie ($27 million). But half of the top-earning men in Hollywood amounted their fortunes for their production work, not their star quality. And the topping the list is George Lucas with $170 million. But how did Lucas bring in so much cash? Apparently, he was smart enough to hold onto the merchandizing rights to his "Star Wars" characters. He also wrote and produced "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull," collecting on a lucrative deal that gave him a significant cut of the film's profits. Others on the list include Jerry Seinfeld, who is still living off the syndication fees, which earned him $85 million during the last year. Check out the full list below. 1. George Lucas ($170 million) 2. Steven Spielberg ($150 million) 3. Jerry Bruckheimer ($100 million) 4. Jerry Seinfeld ($85 million) 5. Dr. Phil McGraw

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Lucas, Spielberg named top Hollywood earners

16 July 2009 5:24 AM, PDT | From Digitalspy | See recent digitalspy news

Star Wars director George Lucas was the highest paid individual in Hollywood this year, according to a new list compiled by Forbes. The filmmaker beat competition from fellow director Steven Spielberg to nab first place in the poll after earning an estimated $$170 million (£104 million) between June 2008 and June 2009. Steven Spielberg finished in second place with reported earnings of $$150 million (£91.6 million), while Pirates of the Caribbean and CSI producer Jerry Bruckheimer was third with $$100 million (£61.1 million). The business magazine said in a statement: "In Hollywood, the stars get their pictures on the covers of magazines and designers ply them with free clothes, (more)

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George Lucas wins Star wage war

16 July 2009 5:00 AM, PDT | From Monsters and Critics | See recent Monsters and Critics news

George Lucas is Hollywood's Highest-Paid Man. The 'Star Wars' creator has topped a poll by Forbes.com after making $170 million in the past year, mainly thanks to his production company Lucasfilm - which is behind the sci-fi franchise and numerous other projects. The movie mogul - who was placed 243rd in 2007 - saw huge success from last year's film and subsequent TV series 'Star Wars: The Clone Wars' and the adventure movie 'Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull'. Award-winning director Steven Spielberg came second after he earned an estimated $150 million between June 2008 and June 2009. His enormous salary came from directing the 'Indiana Jones' movie and producing films 'Eagle Eye', 'The Trial of

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George Lucas wins wage war

16 July 2009 5:00 AM, PDT | From Monsters and Critics | See recent Monsters and Critics news

George Lucas is Hollywood's Highest-Paid Man. The 'Star Wars' creator has topped a poll by Forbes.com after making $170 million in the past year, mainly thanks to his production company Lucasfilm - which is behind the sci-fi franchise and numerous other projects. The movie mogul - who was placed 243rd in 2007 - saw huge success from last year's film and subsequent TV series 'Star Wars: The Clone Wars' and the adventure movie 'Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull'. Award-winning director Steven Spielberg came second after he earned an estimated $150 million between June 2008 and June 2009. His enormous salary came from directing the 'Indiana Jones' movie and producing films 'Eagle Eye', 'The Trial of the

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George Lucas Leads As Hollywood's Highest Paid Male Celebrity

16 July 2009 1:49 AM, PDT | From icelebz.com | See recent iCelebz news

'Star Wars' creator George Lucas has topped a poll by Forbes.com after making 0 million in the past year, mainly thanks to his production company Lucasfilm - which is behind the sci-fi franchise and numerous other projects.

The movie mogul - who was placed 243rd in 2007 - saw huge success from last year's film and subsequent TV series 'Star Wars: The Clone Wars' and the adventure movie 'Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull'.

Award-winning director Steven Spielberg came second after he earned an estimated 0 million between June 2008 and June 2009.

His enormous salary came from directing the 'Indiana Jones' movie and producing films 'Eagle Eye', 'The Trial of the Chicago 7' and 'Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen'.

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George Lucas Leads As Hollywood's Highest Paid Male Celebrity

16 July 2009 1:49 AM, PDT | From icelebz.com | See recent iCelebz news

'Star Wars' creator George Lucas has topped a poll by Forbes.com after making 0 million in the past year, mainly thanks to his production company Lucasfilm - which is behind the sci-fi franchise and numerous other projects.

The movie mogul - who was placed 243rd in 2007 - saw huge success from last year's film and subsequent TV series 'Star Wars: The Clone Wars' and the adventure movie 'Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull'.

Award-winning director Steven Spielberg came second after he earned an estimated 0 million between June 2008 and June 2009.

His enormous salary came from directing the 'Indiana Jones' movie and producing films 'Eagle Eye', 'The Trial of the Chicago 7' and 'Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen'.

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Lucas & Spielberg Are Hollywood's Biggest Earners

16 July 2009 1:06 AM, PDT | From wenn.com | See recent WENN news

Legendary filmmakers George Lucas and Steven Spielberg are the biggest male earners in Hollywood, according to a new study by Forbes magazine.

The pair, who worked together on last year's Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, proved that the real money in Tinseltown was to be made from behind the camera.

Star Wars mastermind Lucas was the highest paid man in the industry, pulling in $170 million (£113 million) in the last year, while Spielberg fell just behind in second place with $150 million (£100 million).

Producer Jerry Bruckheimer was in third with an estimated yearly wage of $100 million (£66 million).

Meanwhile, TV comic Jerry Seinfeld is still garnering big bucks from his beloved Seinfeld sitcom - despite the show finishing in 1998, he made $85 million (£56 million) in syndication rights and TV ads.

Oprah Winfrey proved she had the Midas touch once again - her male protegee Dr. Phil McGraw took home $80 million (£53 million) in the last year.

Other big earners include American Idol judge Simon Cowell, TV producer Dick Wolf and filmmaker Tyler Perry.

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Hollywood's Highest-Paid Men Revealed

16 July 2009 12:06 AM, PDT | From Hollyscoop.com | See recent HollyScoop news

Star Wars creator George Lucas has been named Hollywood’s Highest-Paid Man by Forbes.com after making $170 million in the past year, mostly from Star Wars: The Clone Wars and the adventure movie Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull. Legendary director Steven Spielberg came in second after earning $150 million between June 2008 and June 2009. His huge salary came from directing movies like Indiana Jones and Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen. Producer Jerry Bruckheimer came third with $100 million, while funny guy Jerry Springer snagged the number four spot earning over $85 million dollars. ...

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A Trace Amount Of Star Wars TV News

15 July 2009 6:18 PM, PDT | From SciFiCool.com | See recent SciFiCool.com news

George Lucas takes his time. I’d like to say that he takes the time to get it right but I’d be stretching it. George certainly has some mad world building skills. A live television series is on George’s mind these days. He is making preparations, slowly. Soon I’m sure the news will be juicy and plentiful. But for now, we Sci-Fi bloggers must dig and harrass for every lucious drop of news. We have heard and reported that down under, writers were being hired and scripts perhaps were on the go. Now, perhaps we have a confirmation of this. Movieline sat down with Rose Byrne who played Dormé in Attack of the Clones. She seems to have some valuable intel. Word is that he’s developing a live-action Star Wars TV series now. Yes! A friend of mine is actually one of the writers on the show.

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Will John Williams return to score Deathly Hallows?

14 July 2009 3:28 PM, PDT | From Filmonic.com | See recent Filmonic news

Not only did composer John Williams produce the legendary music for Jurassic Park, Star Wars and Indiana Jones, he is also the mastermind behind the well known Harry Potter theme tune. You know the one. It’s all twinkly and makes you feel special. John Williams scored the first three Potter films, and his music [...]

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An American Werewolf In London Blu-Ray Announced

14 July 2009 1:52 AM, PDT | From Fangoria.com | See recent Fangoria news

Beware The Moon: Remembering An American Werewolf In London filmmaker Paul Davis updated his official website yesterday with the official press release for Universal's long-awaited Blu-Ray release of John Landis' 1981 classic. Check out the full press release below.

Available for the First Time on Blu-ray(Tm) Hi-Def An American Werewolf in London – Full Moon Edition

September 15, 2009 Own It On Blu-ray(Tm) Hi-def And 2-disc DVD From Universal Studios Home Entertainment

Overview: One of the most gripping horror films of all-time is now available in perfect picture and purest digital sound on Blu-ray Hi-Def and DVD – An American Werewolf in London – Full Moon Edition! When two American students touring London are attacked by a vicious wolf during a full moon, their lives are suddenly transformed forever. Featuring ground-breaking Academy Award(R)-winning make-up by Rick Baker (Michael Jackson’s “Thriller,” How The Grinch Stole Christmas), this cult favorite is directed

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Full Comic-Con Schedule Released

13 July 2009 4:39 PM, PDT | From The Flickcast | See recent The Flickcast news

It’s official, the full schedule for San Diego Comic-Con is now online. This year promises to be an exciting time and it looks like there will be plenty of stuff to keep us busy at the Con. From panels to screenings to booths and everything in between, we’ll bring it all to you right here at The Flickcast.

Looking over the schedule for this year, here’s a few of the TV and Movie events, panels, and more that we are particularly interested in and the days on which they happen. Tomorrow, look for our picks of the coolest and most interesting comics and games-related panels and events coming up at the Con.

Wednesday, July 22

6:00-9:00 Special Sneak Peek Pilot Screenings— Comic-Con and Warner Bros. Television proudly present exclusive pilot premiere screenings of some of the most buzzed-about new TV series of the 2009–2010 season—Human Target,

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Chris Ullrich

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Huge American Werewolf in London Blu-ray / DVD News

13 July 2009 11:40 AM, PDT | From DreadCentral.com | See recent Dread Central news

Usually when we get press releases in our inbox, we extrapolate information from them as a means to write our story for you guys to add that personal Dread Central touch to it. In this case? There's so much good to talk about we're leaving it As Is!

From the Press Release

Available for the First Time on Blu-ray(Tm) Hi-Def An American Werewolf in London – Full Moon Edition

September 15, 2009 Own It On Blu-ray(Tm) Hi-def And 2-disc DVD From Universal Studios Home Entertainment

Universal Studios Home Entertainment

Universal City, Calif., July 13 /PRNewswire/ –

Overview:

One of the most gripping horror films of all-time is now available in perfect picture and purest digital sound on Blu-ray Hi-Def and DVD – An American Werewolf in London – Full Moon Edition! When two American students touring London are attacked by a vicious wolf during a full moon, their lives are suddenly transformed forever. Featuring ground-breaking

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What Does Ryan Reynolds’ ‘Green Lantern’ Role Mean For ‘Deadpool’ Movie?

13 July 2009 10:00 AM, PDT | From MTV Splash Page | See recent MTV Splash Page news

Now that Ryan Reynolds has been tagged to play both Green Lantern and Deadpool in upcoming films, there’s no small amount of buzz regarding how the DC hero’s big-screen debut could affect the Marvel mercenary’s solo spin-off film. With both films currently scheduled for release in 2011, will doubling up mean that one film will suffer at the expense of the other, or could competition between the two projects benefit fans of both characters?

We aren’t likely to receive answers to these questions anytime soon, but there does seem to be cause for concern — or joy, depending on how you look at it — for fans of DC’s Emerald Knight and Marvel’s Merc With A Mouth.

“Deadpool as Green Lantern? Sounds good to me!! The Deadpool budget just got bigger fo sho,” wrote Deadpool co-creator Rob Liefeld in a Twitter post Friday evening, just after the news hit the ‘Net.

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Rick Marshall

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From ‘Deadpool’ To ‘Green Lantern,’ From ‘Harry Potter’ To ‘Twilight’: Franchise Double Dips

13 July 2009 8:00 AM, PDT | From MTV Movies Blog | See recent MTV Movies Blog news

History was made on Friday when Ryan Reynolds officially became the first actor to star as both a Marvel and DC Comics character. Fresh off of his spin-off spinning turn as Deadpool in “X-Men Origins: Wolverine,” Reynolds is now getting to headline a “Green Lantern” film.

The “Van Wilder” star is just one of many actors who have made the smart –- and profitable –- choice to double-dip in the biggest and the best film franchises. Here is a look at a few of Hollywood’s other famous double-dippers.

Harrison Ford: Arguably the most iconic double-dipper, Harrison Ford managed to star as two of the biggest nerd-culture icons ever within a four year period. The debate over who is cooler, Han Solo or Indiana Jones, still rages on (my ball’s in Han’s court -– he has the Millennium Falcon and a Wookiee best friend!) across the Internet.

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Terri Schwartz

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