Post Christmas Warner Bros is busy making release date changes for next year before it rings in and beyond.
Post Christmas Warner Bros is busy making release date changes for next year before it rings in and beyond.
Region-free players are the way to go!
I thought they were a for-profit company all this time.
Oh yeah, Superman had those Silver Age powers where he could make mini-versions of himself.
Does anyone really "own" digital?
Unless you're talking about piracy.
Normal hedgehogs are great swimmers
Sonic is not a normal hedgehog.
That sucks, I'm sorry to hear.
The Blu-ray DRM isn't as bad now, because everyone's focused on digital and streaming.
Is it really more effort to pirate? I’m not sure I agree with that.
Relative to your own experience and tech expertise, it's easier. Look at this through the eyes of an average person. More people use smartphones than computers/laptops (and if they use laptops, it's likely that they're running a locked-down OS like ChromeOS). They probably don't even know what a file or folder/directory is, much less a "torrent".
"So you're telling me I need to install this app that's not on the official App Store to 'download' a movie, in the process exposing my IP address and potentially getting me in hot water with my ISP? Sounds dangerous to my security, better stick with Netflix and Amazon Prime."
There's a funny story about DRM on physical media.
When Sony/Philips/etc. were first designing the Audio CD format, they didn't bother adding any DRM or copy protection schemes, as they figured that no one would have the capability to rip them to their devices. And then CD burners/rippers entered the market, which proved them terribly wrong. In later years, the record companies tried adding DRM to CDs, but that came back to bite them when someone sued them, because the CD wouldn't work in their player.
So, long story short, CDs are legally prohibited from having DRM of any kind.
I talked about this in another thread, but there are many reasons we do not use SD cards/flash memory devices for movies and TV:
- SD cards have extrenely slow read rates compared to optical.
- Optical discs are a much more reliable data storage format than flash memory devices. SD cards and other flash memory devices need to be used every few months, or the electric charge will wear out, causing the data to be unreadable. On the other hand, a professionally-pressed Blu-ray disc can theoretically last 50-100 years.
- SD cards are more expensive to manufacture than optical discs.
Holiday season 2024 solidified it: we really need to stop going along with the lie that streaming is better than physical media.
Jenkins says there are already three Popeye slasher flicks in the works.
Filmmakers Try To Use Public Domain Characters for Anything Other Than Cheap Horror Movies Challenge (IMPOSSIBLE)
The CDC states no person-to-person transmission occurred, and public risk remains low.
...for now.
> WICKED, one of the most beloved and enduring musicals on the stage, arrives on your screen as a generation-defining cinematic sensation. The untold story of the witches of Oz, WICKED stars Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, a misunderstood young woman who has yet to discover her true power, and Ariana Grande as Glinda, a popular young woman who has yet to discover her true heart. The two meet at Shiz University and forge an unlikely friendship – before their lives take different paths following an encounter with The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Their extraordinary adventures will ultimately see them fulfill their destinies as the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good. Wicked is an immersive, cultural celebration you'll want to experience over and over again! > > Based on the stage play with music and lyrics by the legendary Grammy and Oscar® winning composer and lyricist Stephen Schwartz, WICKED is expertly directed by acclaimed filmmaker Jon M. Chu (Crazy Rich Asians, In the Heights). The film also stars Oscar® winner Michelle Yeoh (Everything Everywhere All at Once, Crazy Rich Asians), Oliver Award winner and Emmy nominee Jonathan Bailey (Bridgerton, Fellow Travelers), Tony nominee Ethan Slater (Broadway's SpongeBob SquarePants, Fosse/Verdon), Marissa Bode, Peter Dinklage (Game of Thrones, The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes), and Jeff Goldblum (Jurassic Park, Independence Day). > > Special Features and Technical Specs: > - DOLBY VISION/HDR PRESENTATION OF THE FILM > - DOLBY ATMOS AUDIO TRACK > - SING ALONG - ALTERNATE FEATURE-LENGTH VERSION – Rejoicify, it's your turn to sing your way through Oz! Sing-along to all of your favorite Wicked songs as you join Elphaba and Glinda on their magical journey. > - DELETED AND EXTENDED SCENES > - Pfannee & ShenShen Meet Glinda - Reunited at Shiz University, Glinda, Pfannee, and ShenShen recall their past by performing a twirling routine together. > - Shiz Gazette Introduces Fiyero - Excitement spreads across Shiz as word gets out that Prince Fiyero is on his way. > - Toss Toss - Glinda teaches Elphaba the art of Toss Toss, with mixed results. > - Elphaba & Fiyero in the Forest - The relationship between Elphaba and Fiyero takes a turn as they come to care for a lost lion cub. > - Elphaba's Promise - Elphaba makes a pledge to Glinda that they both hope will strengthen their friendship. > - Train Platform Farewell - Glinda, Madame Morrible, and Governor Thropp gather to send Elphaba off to Emerald City. > - Boq & Elphaba Talk - Elphaba challenges Boq to face the truth about his feelings for Nessa Rose, but she has difficulty doing the same when it comes to Fiyero. > - Train Ride to Emerald City- Glinda and Elphaba expand their world by taking a luxurious train ride to Emerald City. > - In the Emerald City - The bustling streets of Emerald City take Glinda and Elphaba one step closer to finally meeting the Wizard. > - Palace Monkeys Chase - Elphaba and Glinda race through a maddening maze of winged monkeys determined to take them down. > - MAKING WICKED – Return to Oz for a fantastic behind-the-scenes journey with this expansive look inside the characters, choreography, and creativity that make up the movie's unforgettable world. > - WELCOME TO SHIZ – Unlimited imagination, couture fashion, and spectacular production design come together at Shiz University, providing a place for performers and viewers to be fully immersed in the fantasy. Designed from details in L. Frank Baum's books, the uniforms, clever contraptions, and circular sets create a sprawling campus where magic feels like an everyday occurrence. > - A WICKED LEGACY –Take delight in the cast and filmmakers sharing personal memories of their first encounters with the original Broadway production, and how those lasting connections created emotional experiences while making the movie. Also highlighted are the iconic cameos that pay tribute to the cultural phenomenon that became one of the most popular musicals of all time. > - THE WONDERFUL WIZARD – Follow the yellow brick road to Emerald City for an in-depth look at the infamous Wizard of Oz. Inside the palace's throne room, the Wizard himself, Jeff Goldblum, pulls back the curtain to peer at his character's magic and mechanics with senior special effects technician Christopher Clarke, who details how the Wizard's massive robotic head comes to life. > - FEATURE COMMENTARY WITH DIRECTOR JON M. CHU > - FEATURE COMMENTARY WITH STARS CYNTHIA ERIVO AND ARIANA GRANDE > - Optional English, French Canadian, and Latin American Spanish subtitles for the main feature
I know Tibet is technically an autonomous region and not a country, but it doesn't roll of the tounge as much.
I don't think piracy has that big of an effect on box office.
Most people don't know how to pirate properly and are too afraid of "viruses" and navigating file systems to do it.
If piracy really were that big of a problem, they wouldn't be doing this.
Yeah, it boggles me why Universal would do this. It feels like they're leaving money on the table.
Maybe it's not performing as well as they'd hoped?
I know, this is my first time hearing about that community and I wanted to spread the word.
Own or Rent on Digital 12/31. Find where to watch on the official movie site.
> Get ready to sing your heart out— at home! 🎤🎶 Watch Wicked at home on December 31 uni.pictures/WickedAtHome
Own or Rent on Digital 12/31. Find where to watch on the official movie site.
> Get ready to sing your heart out— at home! 🎤🎶 Watch Wicked at home on December 31 uni.pictures/WickedAtHome
“You were just a bright light to everyone around you,’’ one friend wrote. “God shined through you 24/7.”
“You were just a bright light to everyone around you,’’ one friend wrote. “God shined through you 24/7.”
> Hailed as "the single greatest movie of the year" (Dave Morales, FOX TV) and "an epic sequel worthy of its Oscar®-winning predecessor" (Scott Mantz, KTLA), GLADIATOR II boasts breathtaking action and sensational performances from a star-powered cast, including Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal, and the sublime Denzel Washington in "one of his most charismatic and riveting performances" (Clayton Davis, Variety). > > Fans who purchase the film on 4K Blu-ray will have access to over 100 minutes of fascinating behind-the-scenes footage and interviews. Discover the epic journey of the highly anticipated film as the cast and filmmakers share their personal experiences. Explore some of the exotic filming locations, including Malta and Morocco, and see the extraordinary sets that brought the Roman Empire back to life. Plus, enter the arena to find out how carefully choreographed combat and visual effects combined to deliver mind-blowing battles on a truly epic scale. > > From legendary director Ridley Scott, Gladiator II continues the epic saga of power, intrigue, and vengeance set in Ancient Rome. Years after witnessing the death of the revered hero Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius (Paul Mescal) is forced to enter the Colosseum after his home is conquered by the tyrannical Emperors who now lead Rome with an iron fist. With rage in his heart and the future of the Empire at stake, Lucius must look to his past to find strength and honor to return the glory of Rome to its people. > > Special Features and Technical Specs: > - DOLBY VISION/HDR PRESENTATION OF THE FILM > - DOLBY ATMOS AUDIO TRACK > - A Dream That Was Rome: Origins—Director Ridley Scott and producers delve into the history behind Gladiator II and how the story developed over many years before coming to the screen. > What We Do In Life Echoes In Eternity: The Cast—Take an inside look into Ridley Scott's casting process. > - In The Arena: Filmmakers—Go behind the scenes as the cast and crew journey to Malta, Morocco, and the UK for the epic production. > - To Those About To Die, We Salute You: Combat—Discover how Ridley Scott and his team combined choreographed combat with cutting-edge visual effects to take the action to a whole new level. > - Building An Empire: Post-Production—Join the filmmakers for insights into the fascinating process of crafting the finished movie, which includes a scoring session led by composer Harry Gregson-Williams. > - The Making Of Gladiator II—Explore how Ridley Scott, the cast, and crew worked to bring Gladiator II to life. > - Deleted Scenes
Pre-order: Amazon
Top 20 Selling Blu-ray Discs
- Alien: Romulus
- The Wild Robot
- Deadpool & Wolveirne
- Interstellar
- Beetlejuice Beetlejuice
- Godzilla Minus One
- No Country for Old Men
- Reagan
- Star Wars: The Mandalorian - The Complete Third Season
- Twisters
- Star Wars: Ahsoka - The Complete First Season
- The Grinch
- How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)
- The Lord of the Rings: The Motion Picture Trilogy
- Doctor Who: 60th Anniversary Specials
- Oppenheimer
- Willow
- A Charlie Brown Christmas
- Dune 2-Film Collection
- Dune: Part Two
Source: Circana VideoScan (based on unit sales from reporting retailers)
Top 20 Selling 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Discs
- Alien: Romulus
- Interstellar
- Star Wars: The Mandalorian - The Complete Third Season
- No Country for Old Men
- Star Wars: Ahsoka - The Complete First Season
- Deadpool & Wolveirne
- Godzilla Minus One
- The Wild Robot
- The Grinch
- Willow
- Loki: The Complete Second Season
- Beetlejuice Beetlejuice
- Oppenheimer
- Riddick
- Shaun of the Dead
- Hawkeye: The Complete First Season
- The Peanuts Holiday Collection
- Twisters
- Terminator 2: Judgement Day
- Dune: Part Two
Source: Circana VideoScan (based on unit sales from reporting retailers)
Top 10 Home Media Sellers (% of Blu-ray's Market Share Noted)
- ALien: Romulus (72%)
- The Wild Robot (47%)
- Deadpool & Wolveirne (67%)
- The Grinch (2018) (26%)
- Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (50%)
- Interstellar (89%)
- Twisters (48%)
- A Charlie Brown Christmas (24%)
- How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000) (32%)
- The Forge (19%)
Source: Circana VideoScan (based on unit sales from reporting retailers)
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The prosecutor in Alec Baldwin's 'Rust' manslaughter case has dropped her appeal, ending the case that dogged the actor for three years.
The prosecutor in Alec Baldwin's 'Rust' manslaughter case has dropped her appeal, ending the case that dogged the actor for three years.
And if I'm wrong and everyone is actually doing it, how is it sustainable in the long run? I mean, we can't all be millionaires.
New Line Cinema's anime feature The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim, which opened on Dec. 13 to a very low $4.5M, will be available on digital in home on Dec. 27, repping a 14-day theatrical window.
New Line Cinema's anime feature The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim, which opened on Dec. 13 to a very low $4.5M, will be available on digital in home on Dec. 27, repping a 14-day theatrical window.
