Upcoming Shout Factory releases

[wago70]

What is the best to contact them to include this trailer:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mwivdBjh8bI&list=FLC2_Zmty_RA00IPAXDvAJ7A&index=20&feature=plpp_video

[Steel76]

I LOVE that TV spot, and I really hope they will/can include it :)

[Nailwraps]

Thought I might as well tell you; according to Cliff at the Blu-ray forums, the Halloween III Blu will be presented with DTS-HD Master Audio Mono (no 5.1 remix I'm afraid). Still no word if the Halloween II CE will port the 5.1 mix from the 30th AE. Either way, means when I get the DVDs, I can put my Universal discs to retirement.

[ronnie21]

cant wait to see how much they clean up HII finally. didnt reazlize how much white specs and digital noise there is in that picture.. so i will be lgad to just keep my universal blu ray for terrror in the ailes only..

[Nailwraps]

Got an update from Cliff via Facebook and he says the Halloween II CE Blu-ray will port over the 5.1 DTS-HD track! :D

[Nailwraps]

Extras for the Power Rangers Seasons 1-7 set have been announced!!!:

http://www.toonzone.net/forums/showthread.php?292848-Shout!-Factory-releasing-ALL-of-Power-Rangers-on-DVD/page6

"Brian Ward has also posted a list of the special features it'll offer on Ragerboard earlier this week. So they are:
1. Morphin Time! A Look Back At Mighty Morphin Power Rangers
2. A Morphenomenal Cast: A Look At Becoming A Power Ranger
3. Tales of the Giant Banana: A Look Back at Bulk & Skull
4. Behind the Mask: Celebrating the Stunt Team
5. The Fans Power Up
6. A Convention With Attitude: Power Morphicon
7. Lord Zedd's Monster Heads
8. Alpha's Magical Christmas
9. The Good, The Bad and the Stupid: The Misadventures of Bulk & Skull
10. The MMPR Fan Club Video
11. MMPR Karate Club: The White Ranger Kata
12. Power Rangers Live: The World Tour
13. The Lost Episode
14. Power Playback: Power Rangers Funniest Moments
15. It's Comin' ZEO Serial
16. Gold Lining ZEO Promo
17. Tanya's Stick Together Music Video

He also says that there's even a little something extra. There might even be a few more, since he said the ones mentioned above are the ones he can think of off the top of his head."

Thanks goes to Toonzone member Storm Eagle for this breaking news! :)

[The Tall Man]

At 43 years of age I can honestly say I have never watched a Power Rangers episode in my life. I don't think that will change any time soon. Thanks for the heads up on the others though, just pre-ordered Funhouse and Terror Train. I think I have more pre orders on Amazon currently than at any time previously !

[bruce h]

All aboard Roger Spottiswoode's TERROR TRAIN (1980), coming to blu from Shout! Factory's new Scream Factory imprint!

Med school dork Kenny thinks he's getting lucky with Jamie Lee Curtis at a New Year's shindig, but instead winds up under the sheets with a corpse. Joke's on you, Kenny. Years later it's party time again, this one a costumed soiree inside a cross-country locomotive. As expected, a disguised killer starts cutting up attendees -- could it be Kenny, still pissed after his mental institution stint? Or Ben Johnson, the creepy train conductor? Class clown Ed? Prank organizer Doc? Or David F'n Copperfield, who's the on-board entertainment?! (Seriously.)

Marching to its own beat since the subgenre's tropes weren't really established yet, TERROR TRAIN was one of the earliest '80s slashers out of the gate in the wake of HALLOWEEN's success. It's not the goriest, nor the sleaziest, but remains a fun time nonetheless, and one that probably looks better today in the wake of all the crud that's been foisted on us since. Unlike the decade old barebones Fox DVD, this one promises to be a real special edition; a director's commentary has already been announced, with more supplements on the way. Keep 'em comin', Shout!

Pre-order now available:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008HUSFXE/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=cinema09-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B008HUSFXE

The trailer:
http://youtu.be/qnOw-Uvs6w0

https://encrypted-tbn0.google.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSfRszl_E5wjAfvqrVt96uWryFwrgw88 1vCLJ6HgrkcvRhqti_k7A

(Hopefully you guys are okay with these write-ups I've been doing; I usually just post 'em on my Facebook whenever an interesting pre-order gets announced, but I figured why let 'em go to waste?)

[bruce h]

Looks like Scream Factory had some exclusive ComiCon pins:

http://img444.imageshack.us/img444/5929/screamfactorypins.jpg

Anybody get a set?

[Nailwraps]

All In The Family The Complete Series:
http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/news/Family-The-Complete-Series/17194

Pound Puppies: Super Secret Pup Club:
http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/news/Pound-Puppies-Super-Secret-Pup-Club/17189

Law and Order: Criminal Intent:
http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/news/Law-Order-Criminal-Intent-Season-8/17196

Fantasy Island The Complete 3rd Season:
http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/news/Fantasy-Island-Season-3/17195

Big Bad Beetleborgs Season 1, Volume 1:
http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/news/Big-Bad-Beetleborgs-Season-1-Volume-1/17191

V.R. Troopers Season 1, Volume 1:
http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/news/VR-Troopers-Season-1-Volume-1/17192

[X-human]

At 43 years of age I can honestly say I have never watched a Power Rangers episode in my life. I don't think that will change any time soon. Thanks for the heads up on the others though, just pre-ordered Funhouse and Terror Train. I think I have more pre orders on Amazon currently than at any time previously !

It's been a long while since I've seen it but if you like old school Japanese guys in rubber suits Godzilla styled ripoff stuff it's kinda fun. The spin offs like VR Troopers were especially bad so I actually tuned into that more. I had already tuned out by the time Big Bad Beetleborgs came around but I was half tempted. Honestly I just found the real old school Japanese guys in rubber suits better. :D

[Nailwraps]

Reversable cover art for Terror Train!:

http://www.facebook.com/ScreamFactoryDVD

[ronnie21]

cool, these are so cool to have..

[Nailwraps]

Some info from Michael Felscher told by Blu-ray forum member Frightener22:

http://forum.blu-ray.com/showthread.php?p=6179165&posted=1#post6179165

"In addition, Michael Felscher of Red Shirt Pictures, the company responsible for the special features on the Scream Factory discs, was at a recent convention conducting a Q&A and he mentioned that they have Carpenter's involvement on "They Live". He also went on to mention that they have already shot interviews with him. Although, he declined to be interviewed for "Halloween II" and "III" simply because he didn't direct them. Fair enough but it still would have been interesting to hear his opinions on those two flicks. Felscher admitted that at this time it appears that "Phantasm II" will most likely be the most stacked release as far as features. Interviews, commentaries... the whole nine are apparently planned for that one."

And FYI, so far the releases will have slipcovers containing the new commissioned artwork.

[elDomenechHDG]

Glad to hear that Phantasm II will have a lot of extras but it feels like it could be the least popular title out of this batch. I'm basing this statement on the fact that nobody seems to be talking about it much. Still, great news.

Carpenter had nothing to do with Halloween II or III but it still would've been interesting to hear his point of view on the films. A Carpenter commentary for HIII could've turned out to be VERY interesting (and would make for a killer extra).

I find the idea of slipcovers sort of pointless because it's always the same art as on the case itself. If Shout is embossing the slipcovers with the new artwork then it's OK. I'm a big fan of original artwork so I'm happy that they're including both even if the font is different.

[Nailwraps]

Carpenter had nothing to do with Halloween II or III

He wrote and produced those films you know. But yeah, I would like to hear his point of view on 4-II Remake.

[Chomp]

Glad to hear that Phantasm II will have a lot of extras but it feels like it could be the least popular title out of this batch. I'm basing this statement on the fact that nobody seems to be talking about it much. Still, great news.

No one’s talking about Phantasm II because few information has been released about it. Everyone is still soaking up the amazing features and cover art for the recently revealed Halloween sequels, The Funhouse, and Terror Train. And for me personally, Phantasm II is definitely one of my most anticipated of the Scream Factory bunch.

Carpenter had nothing to do with Halloween II or III but it still would've been interesting to hear his point of view on the films. A Carpenter commentary for HIII could've turned out to be VERY interesting (and would make for a killer extra).

Uh, Carpenter actually had a pretty substantial involvement with both. He wrote the sequel in one night with the help of a 6-pack of Bud. Carpenter also chose director Rick Rosenthal when Tommy Lee Wallace declined. He also made changes to Rosenthal’s final product (including reshooting scenes) which is now the Theatrical Cut of the film. A lot of what you see in the Halloween II TV Cut was Rosenthal’s original vision.

Carpenter also produced Halloween III and also did the musical score. It was JC’s idea that Halloween III not be another slasher film involving Michael Myers.

He wrote and produced those films you know. But yeah, I would like to hear his point of view on 4-II Remake.

His response to the Halloween sequels has always been the same…he wishes them the best of luck, and thanks them for adding more money to his bank account.

[elDomenechHDG]

Just goes to show how much I know about the Halloween films :-). I imagine Carpenter must have cut ties to the series at some point or was he was involved in some capacity right through the Rob Zombie films? Now I'm really hoping he'll change his mind and become involved with the extras for II and III.

Phantasm II is also my most-anticipated release. I'm hoping Cliff has the same amount of enthusiasm for Phantasm that he had for Halloween and tracks down that workprint footage.

[Chomp]

Nah, after Halloween III, JC was done. Early on into the pre-production of Halloween 4, Carpenter was set to direct and even co-wrote an early script, but Akkad rejected it. After that, JC signed all his rights to Akkad.

[WesReviews]

His response to the Halloween sequels has always been the same…he wishes them the best of luck, and thanks them for adding more beer & cigs money to his bank account.
Fixed that for ya. :)

[Nailwraps]

From Cliff over at AVManiacs:

http://www.avmaniacs.com/forums/showthread.php?t=49779&page=35

"but there are many titles coming in 2013 that have not had a DVD release before :)"

"You have no idea how great 2013 is going to be :D"


This...is promising. :D

[tropical marsh]

From Cliff over at AVManiacs:

http://www.avmaniacs.com/forums/showthread.php?t=49779&page=35

"but there are many titles coming in 2013 that have not had a DVD release before :)"

"You have no idea how great 2013 is going to be :D"


This...is promising. :D

Well, shit. We already know 3 of them: Deadly Blessing, Death Valley, and The Island (not counting dvd-rs or imports). Are there any other Universal titles that never received a dvd release? I know one off hand, 1944's The Uninvited.

What about genre titles in general? Still waiting on The Kindred...

[Nailwraps]

Are there any other Universal titles that never received a dvd release?

Red Scorpion 2 and Screwball Hotel didn't.

[Mikey Horror]

I'm not sure why and don't quote me on this, but I have a weird feeling that Scream Factory is getting a hold of the Friday the 13ths.

[elDomenechHDG]

If anybody licenses F 13th it would be Olive. I don't know if Shout has ever released any Paramount titles.

[WesReviews]

I dunno. Shout Factory has made so many miracles happen, I'm starting to believe they could even probably get The Mutilator and Butcher Baker Nightmare Maker released on Blu-ray.

[Nailwraps]

According to the Golden Age Cartoons Facebook, the new release date for the Mr. Magoo Theatrical Collection is December 4th. Long time, I know. But the fact that the cartoons will be restored from high-quality sources and newly discovered elements will be worth the wait. ;)

[Anthropophagus]

The new dvd of The Strange Case of Alice Cooper is awesome.

[Nailwraps]

Details for the All In The Family Complete Series set!:

http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/news/Family-The-Complete-Series/17243

[X-human]

Well, shit. We already know 3 of them: Deadly Blessing, Death Valley, and The Island (not counting dvd-rs or imports). Are there any other Universal titles that never received a dvd release? I know one off hand, 1944's The Uninvited.

What about genre titles in general? Still waiting on The Kindred...

Synapse had The Kindred many moons ago and still does I believe.

How about The Birds 2: Lands End. :D

It just occurred to me that they could pick up the Hammer Horrors that Universal has here stateside.

[Body Boy]

Universal also owns some of the Sleepaway Camp films now.

As well, they have yet to release:

Burned at the Stake (1981) aka The Coming
I Saw What You Did (1988)
Strays (1991)

Surely there's more.

[Nailwraps]

Universal also owns some of the Sleepaway Camp films now.

Actually, Universal owns the first film while MGM owns 2 and 3.

[elDomenechHDG]

MGM has reportedly pulled the plug on MODs and some are saying that maybe Shout has licensed some of their catalog for release next year. It would make sense - Cliff did promise some big titles were on the way. Fingers crossed.

[Cannibal Chris]

Does MGM own The Town that Dreaded Sun Down? I can't remember if it was them, but I recall rumors that one of those companies doing MODs might eventually release it.

[zbinks]

Does MGM own The Town that Dreaded Sun Down? I can't remember if it was them, but I recall rumors that one of those companies doing MODs might eventually release it.

Yes, MGM is the rights owner for The Town that Dreaded Sundown.

[Body Boy]

In that case, I fully expect to see an uncut remastered Special Edition of Sleepaway Camp in the future.

As for MGM pulling the plug on MODs, I guess I will hold off on purchasing New Year's Evil in case Shout! decides to grace us with a legit disc. That'd be awesome.

[Nailwraps]

Shout updated their Halloween II listing with 2 additional extras (FYI for both formats!:

http://www.shoutfactorystore.com/prod.aspx?pfid=5257866

Deleted Scenes with Optional Audio Commentary from director Rick Rosenthal
Alternate Ending with Optional Audio Commentary from director Rick Rosenthal

[Egg_Shen]

Shout updated their Halloween II listing with 2 additional extras (FYI for both formats!:

http://www.shoutfactorystore.com/prod.aspx?pfid=5257866

Deleted Scenes with Optional Audio Commentary from director Rick Rosenthal
Alternate Ending with Optional Audio Commentary from director Rick Rosenthal

I see that Leo Rossi is joining Rosenthal in the commentary. Hearing "Bud" and Rosenthal discuss the film together should be fun. I don't know about the solo Warlock track. It's cool they got him, but a commentary with the stunt man all by his lonesome could get a little dry.

[fceurich39]

cool wonder if both deleted scenes and alternate ending is a direct port of the universal blu???

[bruce h]

They're probably included for those people who don't necessarily want to sit through the entire television cut. I'm happy they're covering all bases!

[hots4]

MGM pulling the plug on MOD's that sounds like great news, hate those DVD'R releases, hope the other companies follow suit, and hopefully that will mean they start to concentrate on the retails style releases again and Blu's, 'Video Dead' Blu please, hell i'd take a nice 16:9 DVD release at the moment!!!

[Katatonia]

MGM pulling the plug on MOD's that sounds like great news, hate those DVD'R releases, hope the other companies follow suit, and hopefully that will mean they start to concentrate on the retails style releases again and Blu's, 'Video Dead' Blu please, hell i'd take a nice 16:9 DVD release at the moment!!!

MGM are not pulling the plug on their MOD line of DVD's, they're just on hold right now: http://horrordvds.com/vb3forum/showpost.php?p=710269&postcount=117

[Body Boy]

MGM pulling the plug on MOD's that sounds like great news, hate those DVD'R releases, hope the other companies follow suit, and hopefully that will mean they start to concentrate on the retails style releases again and Blu's, 'Video Dead' Blu please, hell i'd take a nice 16:9 DVD release at the moment!!!

Ugh, those DVD-Rs were GREAT! Proper AR and transfers for films that would hardly ever make DVD. I don't get the gripe with DVD-Rs. They're basically the same thing minus lifespan and slight quality. Night School's disc was great!

[Nailwraps]

Body Boy, the MGM MOD program is not dead, just put on hold. And yeah, I like DVD-Rs too but my only compaint is the lifespan (a burned DVD-R disc can last for a good 30 years) but that's it.

[Nailwraps]

MMPR Complete Series set review!:

http://blog.samuraicast.com/mighty-morphin-power-rangers-box-set-review/

[satans-sadists]

Taken from Scream Factory's Facebook page:

Great breaking news to report to you fans of DEATH VALLEY & THE ISLAND:

Originally, these two cult favorites were to be combined together as a double feature on DVD only but that has now changed. They will now be split up and released separately as a DVD & Blu-ray combo to appease fans of both formats. We will also be using the original theatrical key art for our covers. Stay tuned for more details on an official street date...

[CPT HOOK]

^ Excellent news! Death Valley was probably my most anticipated, as it never even received a DVD release. I'm overjoyed it will be hitting blu-ray!

[Katatonia]

That's awesome news!

Now, they need to get busy and release Hey Dude Season 4! :eek2:

[wago70]

^ Excellent news! Death Valley was probably my most anticipated, as it never even received a DVD release. I'm overjoyed it will be hitting blu-ray!

I like the film - good times in early 1982 when I got to see this with a rerelease of Halloween II. I still have the newspaper clippings. I'll splurge for the DVD and the Blu

[SaxCatz]

Taken from Scream Factory's Facebook page:

Confirmation from Blu-ray.com:
http://www.blu-ray.com/news/?id=9204

[ronnie21]

all is right with my world now.. best news great stuff....

[Nailwraps]

From Scream's Facebook today!:

"More great news! Our new THEY LIVE key art (designed from The Dude Designs) has been approved and its pretty damn amazing. Look forward to our official reveal of it here soon..."

[Nailwraps]

Power Rangers Seasons 4-7 Review:

http://blog.samuraicast.com/power-rangers-zeo-to-lost-galaxy-dvd-box-set-review/

[Nailwraps]

The Smurfs and The Magic Flute DVD review:

http://www.dvdizzy.com/smurfs-magicflute.html

[Nailwraps]

They Live info and cover art!!!!:

http://www.blu-ray.com/news/?id=9231

"Independent distributors Shout Factory have officially announced that they will release on Blu-ray director John Carpenter's cult film They Live (1988), starring Roddy Piper, Keith David and Meg Foster. The release will be part of the new Scream Factory series and will be available for purchase on November 6th.

This special Collector's Edition release of They Live boasts a bounty of special bonus content, a collectible cover featuring newly rendered retro-style artwork, a reversible wrap with original theatrical key art and much more.

Note: Production is now underway for extensive and insightful bonus features that include all-new interviews, an audio commentary and archival material. Shout Factory will announce in-depth bonus features and additional news in the next couple of months."

[Dobby]

They Live info and cover art!!!!:

http://www.blu-ray.com/news/?id=9231

"Independent distributors Shout Factory have officially announced that they will release on Blu-ray director John Carpenter's cult film They Live (1988), starring Roddy Piper, Keith David and Meg Foster. The release will be part of the new Scream Factory series and will be available for purchase on November 6th.

This special Collector's Edition release of They Live boasts a bounty of special bonus content, a collectible cover featuring newly rendered retro-style artwork, a reversible wrap with original theatrical key art and much more.

Note: Production is now underway for extensive and insightful bonus features that include all-new interviews, an audio commentary and archival material. Shout Factory will announce in-depth bonus features and additional news in the next couple of months."

:eek: :eek: :eek: :eek: :eek: :eek: :eek: :eek:

That is the greatest art cover off all time whoa and no stupid poster lines!!!!!!

http://oi46.tinypic.com/28k117a.jpg

[ronnie21]

ya know.. i never really liked this movie, seen it on video when it first hit video in spring of 89. seen it again on cable over the years it was intresting as i got older..

[Anthropophagus]

:eek: :eek: :eek: :eek: :eek: :eek: :eek: :eek:

That is the greatest art cover off all time whoa and no stupid poster lines!!!!!!

http://oi46.tinypic.com/28k117a.jpg

Looks like they cut and pasted Piper's head on the Ultimate Warrior's body, he never remotely looked like this in his prime.

[Dobby]

ya know.. i never really liked this movie, seen it on video when it first hit video in spring of 89. seen it again on cable over the years it was intresting as i got older..

The Smurfs and The Magic Flute DVD might be more up your alley. :D

Looks like they cut and pasted Piper's head on the Ultimate Warrior's body, he never remotely looked like this in his prime.

:fire: Yeah but I still think it's awesome.

http://oi45.tinypic.com/ebbnt5.jpg

[x666x]

I don't even like They Live but dear god, what remarkable cover art!

[Mikey Horror]

:eek: ...that is the greatest fucking cover art. Ever.

[satans-sadists]

Big thumbs up on the cover and a new audio commentary as long as Roddy Piper participates.

[Dobby]

Big thumbs up on the cover and a new audio commentary as long as Roddy Piper participates.

:eek: ...that is the greatest fucking cover art. Ever.

I don't even like They Live but dear god, what remarkable cover art!

indEEd +3 I got plenty of tissue for everyone. http://oi46.tinypic.com/smvvqx.jpg

[Katatonia]

That's great coverart!

I'm not too sure I'll pre-order anything else from Shout for a while though...

I pre-ordered Terror Train and The Funhouse on July 6th. Thus far, they've authorized the full amount on my card twice this month? WTF? I'm sure neither is already shipping, so why authorize it yet again?

[killit]

That's great coverart!

I'm not too sure I'll pre-order anything else from Shout for a while though...

I pre-ordered Terror Train and The Funhouse on July 6th. Thus far, they've authorized the full amount on my card twice this month? WTF? I'm sure neither is already shipping, so why authorize it yet again?

I was afraid of that, they told me to use paypal to avoid that and they would not charge until shipped. Needless to say, I've already been charged in full for something I won't even see until the end of the year! Ugh, hopefully they will rectify this.

[Katatonia]

I was afraid of that, they told me to use paypal to avoid that and they would not charge until shipped. Needless to say, I've already been charged in full for something I won't even see until the end of the year! Ugh, hopefully they will rectify this.

Technically they haven't billed anything yet, just authorized the amount which holds the funds until it clears again. But it's still very annoying, especially if they'll do this at the end of every month until the order finally ships.

[Chomp]

I'm not digging the artwork on this one at all...its too "cartooney" and makes it look like some bad 80's Rambo rip-off with aliens. They Live is much more than a romp n' stomp action flick, its actually a fairly bleak and down right apocalyptic look at society.

I agree with the Anthro's comment about Piper's body...looks kind of awkward like they drew the body beforehand and then plopped Piper's face in.

Meh...I don't think I'll buy this one from Shout! for the poster exclusive. I might, however, buy it if the exclusive turns out to be a pair of shades. HA!

[elDomenechHDG]

I "sort of" like the new artwork, it might be a bit "too busy", but I'm glad they're including the original art as an alternative. My least favorite of the bunch is the art for TERROR TRAIN. The sets of track on either side look weird.

[fattyjoe37]

I "sort of" like the new artwork, it might be a bit "too busy", but I'm glad they're including the original art as an alternative. My least favorite of the bunch is the art for TERROR TRAIN. The sets of track on either side look weird.

I actually like that one a lot. The only one that hasn't been very interesting to me is the new art for The Funhouse.

[Agentsusp]

Funhouse has a long long history of awful artwork though. I don't think it ever had a good poster (the slobbering monster mouth being one of the worst one sheets I've ever seen)

[Nailwraps]

For those who are wondering, The Smurfs and The Magic Flute features the UK dub only:

http://www.dvdtalk.com/reviews/55989/smurfs-and-the-magic-flute-the/

[WesReviews]

No street date yet for the next Mystery Science Theater 3000 set, but according to Satellite News (http://www.mst3kinfo.com/?p=13216), the episodes on Volume XXV will be...

110 - ROBOT HOLOCAUST with short: COMMANDO CODY PT 9 (partial)
508 - OPERATION KID BROTHER (aka OPERATION DOUBLE 007; they couldn’t get the rights under the other name)
615 - KITTEN WITH A WHIP
801 - REVENGE OF THE CREATURE

Looks like the deal with Universal extends to the MST3K stuff as well! :banana: Can't wait for The Deadly Mantis in a future set!

[X-human]

REVENGE OF THE CREATURE! Ho-ly-SHIT! I never imagined that would happen. This is a day one purchase for me simply because I half expect this to be recalled on a technicality.

[Anthropophagus]

Yeah, Revenge of the Creature shocks me a little too. Much more highbrow than most of the material found on these collections.

[Nailwraps]

Final list of extras for The Funhouse announced via Scream's Facebook!:

"BREAKING NEWS! Step right up to the unveiling of the final list of extras that will be on both of our DVD and Blu-ray releases of THE FUNHOUSE!

- Audio Commentary with Director Tobe Hooper, moderated by filmmaker Tim Sullivan

- The Barker Speaks!: An interview with actor Kevin Conway
...
- Something Wicked This Way Comes: An all-new interview with Executive Producer Mark L. Lester

- Carnival Music: An interview with Composer John Beal

- Audio Interview with actor William Finley

- Deleted Scenes

- Original Theatrical Trailer, TV & Radio Spots

Streets 10/16. You can pre-order through us at ScreamFactoryDVD.com (which will come with an exclusive limited edition poster), Amazon or other fine online retailers now!"

[Mutilated Prey]

Deleted Scenes eh? Interesting, wonder what they are. I'd like to know how this print will compare to Arrow's.

[fceurich39]

has terror train extras been announced???

[Nailwraps]

Not yet.

[ronnie21]

how was arrows print anyway??

[Chomp]

Pretty good I thought...one of Arrow's better Blu Ray transfers/releases.

[bruce h]

"I've come here to chew bubblegum and kick ass... and I'm all out of bubblegum." Coming this November from Shout! Factory's awesome Scream Factory imprint, it's John Carpenter's THEY LIVE (1988)! Homeless drifter Rowdy Roddy Piper teams up with construction worker Keith David to fight a race of aliens who have infiltrated society, forcing the human race to do their bidding via subliminal messages that can only be seen by wearing special sunglasses. An excellent sci-fi satire of '80s consumerism with tons of quotable lines and a now-legendary 5 1/2-minute back alley brawl, it's about time this classic gets the treatment it deserves, and Shout is just the company to do it. PURCHASE. OBEY.

Preorder:
Blu: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008VF0Y0M/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B008VF0Y0M&linkCode=as2&tag=cinema09-20
DVD: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008VF0XVM/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B008VF0XVM&linkCode=as2&tag=cinema09-20

Trailer:
http://youtu.be/ZmVF1Rv8RN8


https://encrypted-tbn3.google.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTtMhOMCy8kPRBojoHTm0u47QWBXkW_M u_Z0AaihjMUMDo4gwHW

[bruce h]

I always figured The Criterion Collection would be the ones resurrecting this, but apparently Shout! Factory are releasing Ridley Scott's THE DUELLISTS (1977) on blu! Based on a book by Joseph Conrad, the movie follows two men, Keith Carradine and Harvey Keitel, whose lives become permanently intertwined when an unfinished duel leads to obsession over the match. Beautifully filmed, it should be a treat to see this one in hi def.

Preorder:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008VIMLUU/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B008VIMLUU&linkCode=as2&tag=cinema09-20

Trailer:
http://youtu.be/g8nGgvepXCk


http://ferdyonfilms.com/the_duellists.jpg

[bigdaddyhorse]

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I am tired of seeing these pictures of Mitt Romney all over the place! This film is too fucking close to reality right now is all I can say.:nervous: Can't wait fro the blu though. Even though I know, I still obey.:eek:

[wago70]

Deleted Scenes eh? Interesting, wonder what they are. I'd like to know how this print will compare to Arrow's.

I saw THE FUNHOUSE late at night on A&E in the early 2000's and there were scenes in it that I had never seen before. One was a longer scene of Richie telling of a childhood fear. There were a few scenes scattered throughout. Overall a very different FUNHOUSE than I was used to :o

[Nailwraps]

The Portrait Of A Lady Blu-ray announced (as well as cover art for that and The Duelists):

http://www.blu-ray.com/news/?id=9293

Plus, Shout!'s new deal with Fremantle Media (includes The Aquabats):
http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/news/Aquabats-Super-DVDs-Planned/17336

And lastly, the reversable cover art for They Live has been posted on Facebook!

[Nailwraps]

The History Of Mel Brooks Part 1 has been re-announced (and with a new name):

http://www.digitalbits.com/#mytwocents

"And Shout! has announced an interesting new DVD only release as well: The 6-disc The Incredible Mel Brooks: An Irresistible Collection of Unhinged Comedy box set (5 DVDs and a CD), due on 11/13. From the press release: "Included here are gems such as Mel Brooks and Dick Cavett Together Again, an evening with Mel Brooks and Dick Cavett that aired on HBO in September 2011 and was recently nominated for the "Outstanding Variety Special" Emmy® Award; the 1981 BBC documentary I Thought I Was Taller: A Short History of Mel Brooks; Excavating The 2000 Year Old Man, a PBS special on the story behind the iconic 2000 Year Old Man and the partnership between its two extraordinary creators, Mel Brooks and Carl Reiner; Mel and His Movies, a New 5-Part exploration of his incomparable film career; vintage appearances on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson and The Dick Cavett Show; episodes of the unforgettable TV series Get Smart, as well as When Things Were Rotten and his Emmy® award winning turn as unpredictable Uncle Phil on Mad About You; all with new introductions by Brooks; short films, tributes, and rare footage; a CD with long-lost comedy bits and songs from Brooks' movies; and a 60-page book featuring vintage photos, program notes and essays by Leonard Maltin, Robert Brustein, Gene Wilder and Bruce Jay Friedman.""


Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers Season 1 Volume 2:
http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/news/Mighty-Morphin-Power-Rangers-Season-1-Volume-2/17364

Diff'rent Strokes The Complete 4th Season:
http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/news/Diffrent-Strokes-Season-4/17366

[ronnie21]

any word on when death valley is coming out???

[bruce h]

A new entry in their Roger Corman's Cult Classics line, Shout Factory releases Curtis Hanson's SWEET KILL (1973)! Better known as THE AROUSERS, the film stars former '50s heartthrob Tab Hunter as a sexually frustrated gym teacher whose accidental murder of a student provides a startling cure for his impotence. I'm sure you can guess where things go from there... An eerily calm, matter-of-fact portrait of a sick mind highlighted by its stripped-down aesthetic and Hunter's great performance. Director Hanson next wrote and produced the incredible heist outing THE SILENT PARTNER (1978) and eventually cleaned up the Oscars with L.A. CONFIDENTIAL (1997), but I'm pretty sure this is the only movie he ever made with dead teen girls stuffed into a pigeon coop.

Order:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008XP13HI/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B008XP13HI&linkCode=as2&tag=cinema09-20


http://www.cosmichex.com/images/stills/arousers.jpg

http://img.auctiva.com/imgdata/1/3/2/6/4/0/4/webimg/569682216_tp.jpg

[bruce h]

Late '60s biker flick NAKED ANGELS available now, too:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008XOXUV6/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B008XOXUV6&linkCode=as2&tag=cinema09-20

http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_-JdHsDB3NAs/TCFCzfdASqI/AAAAAAAAA6I/d7hWAaz1czA/s400/b70-4604.jpg

[crikan]

I am tired of seeing these pictures of Mitt Romney all over the place! This film is too fucking close to reality right now is all I can say.:nervous: Can't wait fro the blu though. Even though I know, I still obey.:eek:

Unchained! Gonna put ya 'all back in chains. :rolleyes:

[Nailwraps]

Transformers Prime Season 2:
http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/news/Transformers-Prime-Season-2/17389

The Life and Times of Grizzly Adams Season 1:
http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/news/Life-Times-Grizzly-Adams-Season-1/17390

And Scream has uploaded the cover for The Island Blu-ray/DVD Combo Pack!:
http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii108/Photoshopper07/484641_163028877167465_651778432_n.jpg

[dave13]

i saw the island a looooooong time ago, but i remember that cover art. i really like it, and appreciate shout using it for the release.

[Nailwraps]

First review for the Halloween II CE!:

http://www.highdefdiscnews.com/?utm_source=facebook.com&utm_medium=fbshare.me-facebook-post&awesm=fbshare.me_j3CC&utm_campaign&utm_content=fbshare-js-large&p=88716

[Nailwraps]

Scream has posted the final list of extras for Terror Train on Facebook!:

"Calling all TERROR TRAIN fans! Check out our final list of extras that will be on our DVD/Blu-ray combo scheduled for a 10/16 release date:

- Destination Death - An interview with Producer Daniel Grodnik

- Riding The Rails - An interview with Production Executive Don
...Carmody

- All Aboard! - An interview with Production Designer Glenn Bydwell

- Music For Murder - An interview with Composer John Mills-Cockell

- Original Theatrical Trailer and TV spot

- Still Gallery with rare photos."


I asked them what happened to the commentary. Still waiting for a response.

[Demoni]

A new entry in their Roger Corman's Cult Classics line, Shout Factory releases Curtis Hanson's SWEET KILL (1973)! Better known as THE AROUSERS, the film stars former '50s heartthrob Tab Hunter as a sexually frustrated gym teacher whose accidental murder of a student provides a startling cure for his impotence. I'm sure you can guess where things go from there... An eerily calm, matter-of-fact portrait of a sick mind highlighted by its stripped-down aesthetic and Hunter's great performance. Director Hanson next wrote and produced the incredible heist outing THE SILENT PARTNER (1978) and eventually cleaned up the Oscars with L.A. CONFIDENTIAL (1997), but I'm pretty sure this is the only movie he ever made with dead teen girls stuffed into a pigeon coop.

Order:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008XP13HI/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B008XP13HI&linkCode=as2&tag=cinema09-20


http://www.cosmichex.com/images/stills/arousers.jpg

http://img.auctiva.com/imgdata/1/3/2/6/4/0/4/webimg/569682216_tp.jpg

Late '60s biker flick NAKED ANGELS available now, too:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008XOXUV6/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B008XOXUV6&linkCode=as2&tag=cinema09-20

http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_-JdHsDB3NAs/TCFCzfdASqI/AAAAAAAAA6I/d7hWAaz1czA/s400/b70-4604.jpg

Really hate that the current releases of the Corman line are only Shot Select tiles.

[CPT HOOK]

Really hate that the current releases of the Corman line are only Shot Select tiles.

Yeah, I would nab Sweet Kill if I can find it for $10 or less, but being a Select title the chances are slim.

I know it was just released, but are there any reviews out there yet?

[ronnie21]

just read the review for H II.. so shout said they were gona clean up the transfer and get rid of the white specs. this reviwer say's its identical to last years blu ray with no clean up??????

[CPT HOOK]

http://img4.imageshack.us/img4/645/54242516332062380495721.jpg

[ronnie21]

awesome. death valley blu ray. never thought i would see death valley on blu ray.

[Nailwraps]

Transformers Prime Season 2:
http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/news/Transformers-Prime-Season-2/17389

Plus, press releases for:

Big Bad Beetleborgs Season 1, Volume 1:
http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/news/Big-Bad-Beetleborgs-Season-1-Volume-1/17409

V.R. Troopers Season 1, Volume 1:
http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/news/VR-Troopers-Season-1-Volume-1/17410

Pound Puppies Super Secret Pup Club:
http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/news/Pound-Puppies-Super-Secret-Pup-Club/17380

Also, an episode from Season 8 of Law & Order: Criminal Intent won't be on The 8th Year set:
http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/news/Law-Order-Criminal-Intent-Season-8/17401

...and The Rookies Season 2 doesn't have the pilot movie due to rights:
http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/news/Rookies-Season-2/17393

Lastly, The Life and Times Of Grizzly Adams Season 1 will actually be released by Timeless Media Group (which is currently a division of Shout! Factory):
http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/news/Life-Times-Grizzly-Adams-Season-1/17402

[MisterTwister]

So they are no longer doing The Island/ Death Valley double feature? Disappointed. Not a fan of combo packs.

[ronnie21]

mister. are you happy they are releasing these separate. ???

[promnight13]

Okay I've had it! The amount of complaining about horror catalog releases these days have really reached an all-time high. No wonder people like Bill at Code Red go off on the forums. And I can't imagine what folks at Scorpion, Shout/Scream, Blue Underground, Synapse. Hen's Tooth, etc think of all of it too.

"Why isn't this on Blu-ray?", "I hate combo packs", "There's no commentary", "There's no extras", "Why didn't they clean up the film like they did for Jaws", "There's no 5.1", "Where's this actress on the featurette?", "Why don't you do this", etc etc etc.

People, be GRATEFUL this stuff is even coming out. There's a lot of behind-the-scenes stuff you are not privy to and these independents still have to make a profit at the end of the day.

[MisterTwister]

mister. are you happy they are releasing these separate. ???

I rather have them in the double feature like they originally planned.

But I can see why this would make fans of both films happy. I've never seen them and will pick up them regardless of the packaging.

[Nailwraps]

Well, I can't stand Blu-ray/DVD Combo packs either. I wish companies would release a DVD only release, a Blu-ray only release, and a Blu-ray/DVD Combo Pack release, but at this point, if I want to own a Blu-ray of a film even if it has a DVD copy of a film that I already have on DVD, I have no choice. It's a conundrum sadly.

Also, here's the press release for Transformers Prime Season 2:
http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/news/Transformers-Prime-Season-2-Press-Release/17411

[Copyboy]

I've never seen Death Valley. Is that a character in the movie or a blow up doll?

[Body Boy]

Okay I've had it! The amount of complaining about horror catalog releases these days have really reached an all-time high. No wonder people like Bill at Code Red go off on the forums. And I can't imagine what folks at Scorpion, Shout/Scream, Blue Underground, Synapse. Hen's Tooth, etc think of all of it too.

"Why isn't this on Blu-ray?", "I hate combo packs", "There's no commentary", "There's no extras", "Why didn't they clean up the film like they did for Jaws", "There's no 5.1", "Where's this actress on the featurette?", "Why don't you do this", etc etc etc.

People, be GRATEFUL this stuff is even coming out. There's a lot of behind-the-scenes stuff you are not privy to and these independents still have to make a profit at the end of the day.

Seriously. I love horror and the community, but FUCK! There are so many times I'm embarrassed to be a part of this population. Childish people who will never admit to it despite portraying the obvious symptoms. The whole reason these are coming out individually are because the fans complained about the double feature DVD! And now this is a problem because DVD and Blu are in the same package? Look, I am one of the people who find it tiresome to read CR's Bill continuously refer to his diminished profits and antics every... single... time he posts. It's irritating beyond comprehension. Yet he and so many others are still not the ones at major fault. Eccentric as he may be, he deserves to rant after the way people walk around entitled.

I apologize if this seems like an attack on some people as it's for a general group of people, but my God, time and time again, it's the same thing. Fans want this, fans want this. "Oh no! There was a miniscule white spec in the corner of a split-second shot in The Evil Dead and this is outrageous! This whole release is awful!" or "the Paramount rereleases of Friday the 13th sequels suck because despite going all out for extras, the hard-to-find uncut footage which I have no proof exists was not included. Therefore the decked out DVDs suck." ...

I say yay to individual DVD/Blu combo of a film!

[tropical marsh]

Okay I've had it! The amount of complaining about horror catalog releases these days have really reached an all-time high. No wonder people like Bill at Code Red go off on the forums. And I can't imagine what folks at Scorpion, Shout/Scream, Blue Underground, Synapse. Hen's Tooth, etc think of all of it too.

"Why isn't this on Blu-ray?", "I hate combo packs", "There's no commentary", "There's no extras", "Why didn't they clean up the film like they did for Jaws", "There's no 5.1", "Where's this actress on the featurette?", "Why don't you do this", etc etc etc.

People, be GRATEFUL this stuff is even coming out. There's a lot of behind-the-scenes stuff you are not privy to and these independents still have to make a profit at the end of the day.

Seriously. I love horror and the community, but FUCK! There are so many times I'm embarrassed to be a part of this population. Childish people who will never admit to it despite portraying the obvious symptoms. The whole reason these are coming out individually are because the fans complained about the double feature DVD! And now this is a problem because DVD and Blu are in the same package? Look, I am one of the people who find it tiresome to read CR's Bill continuously refer to his diminished profits and antics every... single... time he posts. It's irritating beyond comprehension. Yet he and so many others are still not the ones at major fault. Eccentric as he may be, he deserves to rant after the way people walk around entitled.

I apologize if this seems like an attack on some people as it's for a general group of people, but my God, time and time again, it's the same thing. Fans want this, fans want this. "Oh no! There was a miniscule white spec in the corner of a split-second shot in The Evil Dead and this is outrageous! This whole release is awful!" or "the Paramount rereleases of Friday the 13th sequels suck because despite going all out for extras, the hard-to-find uncut footage which I have no proof exists was not included. Therefore the decked out DVDs suck." ...

I say yay to individual DVD/Blu combo of a film!

What the fuck is up with you guys? Since when is it a big deal if consumers want to voice their displeasure with a product being sold to them?? I honestly don't get the mentality of, "just be grateful it's even coming out". Why should anyone be grateful for a product they're not happy with? And if they're not happy with it, why not use a public forum to state their frustrations? Frankly, I've had with it fuckin' guys apologizing for companies, while said companies continually fuck consumers in the ass with shoddy products.

You didn't see me complain about a Death Valley/The Island double feature. I'd rather spend $20 for two shitty movies bundled together, instead of $40 to get each of these shitty movies separately.

[tropical marsh]

Okay I've had it! The amount of complaining about horror catalog releases these days have really reached an all-time high. No wonder people like Bill at Code Red go off on the forums. And I can't imagine what folks at Scorpion, Shout/Scream, Blue Underground, Synapse. Hen's Tooth, etc think of all of it too.

"Why isn't this on Blu-ray?", "I hate combo packs", "There's no commentary", "There's no extras", "Why didn't they clean up the film like they did for Jaws", "There's no 5.1", "Where's this actress on the featurette?", "Why don't you do this", etc etc etc.

People, be GRATEFUL this stuff is even coming out. There's a lot of behind-the-scenes stuff you are not privy to and these independents still have to make a profit at the end of the day.

Seriously. I love horror and the community, but FUCK! There are so many times I'm embarrassed to be a part of this population. Childish people who will never admit to it despite portraying the obvious symptoms. The whole reason these are coming out individually are because the fans complained about the double feature DVD! And now this is a problem because DVD and Blu are in the same package? Look, I am one of the people who find it tiresome to read CR's Bill continuously refer to his diminished profits and antics every... single... time he posts. It's irritating beyond comprehension. Yet he and so many others are still not the ones at major fault. Eccentric as he may be, he deserves to rant after the way people walk around entitled.

I apologize if this seems like an attack on some people as it's for a general group of people, but my God, time and time again, it's the same thing. Fans want this, fans want this. "Oh no! There was a miniscule white spec in the corner of a split-second shot in The Evil Dead and this is outrageous! This whole release is awful!" or "the Paramount rereleases of Friday the 13th sequels suck because despite going all out for extras, the hard-to-find uncut footage which I have no proof exists was not included. Therefore the decked out DVDs suck." ...

I say yay to individual DVD/Blu combo of a film!

What the fuck is up with you guys? Since when is it a big deal if consumers want to voice their displeasure with a product being sold to them?? I honestly don't get the mentality of, "just be grateful it's even coming out". Why should anyone be grateful for a product they're not happy with? And if they're not happy with it, why not use a public forum to state their frustrations? Frankly, I've had with it fuckin' guys apologizing for companies, while said companies continually fuck consumers in the ass with shoddy products.

You didn't see me complain about a Death Valley/The Island double feature. I'd rather spend $20 for two shitty movies bundled together, instead of $40 to get each of these shitty movies separately.

[Katatonia]

Personally, I think the entire Combo vs. single release argument is just personal preference rather than an overt critisism of the studio.

But the whole "Be thankful they're releasing it" argument is lame. There's nothing wrong with criticism. It's been responsible for improvements to releases more often than not.

I'm not going to brown nose crappy products from studios just because they released it. And I'm not even talking about Shout Factory here at all. They almost always release quality products, and listen to the fans...unlike some former glory days studios.

For one, I'm glad these are coming out seperately on Blu-ray rather than just a DVD double.

[Body Boy]

What the fuck is up with you guys? Since when is it a big deal if consumers want to voice their displeasure with a product being sold to them?? I honestly don't get the mentality of, "just be grateful it's even coming out". Why should anyone be grateful for a product they're not happy with? And if they're not happy with it, why not use a public forum to state their frustrations? Frankly, I've had with it fuckin' guys apologizing for companies, while said companies continually fuck consumers in the ass with shoddy products.

It's a problem when it's about nitpicking and never ever being satisfied. And not understanding that "shoddy products" are generally not shoddy at all. People go pretty far to release films on DVD and Blu for fans despite the money not generally being there to support their releases. You can vent on the downfalls of a release, but when people actually TEAR them apart constantly and call releases worse than shit when it's clear that said releases are actually quite a blessing in this day and age, that is what becomes absurd. A fullscreen VHS rip is one thing, but it's clear that these companies are trying to cater to fans and not just raping people through trickery. It's not about silencing critiques, it's about not being having impossible standards to meet.

You didn't see me complain about a Death Valley/The Island double feature.

Then evidently we weren't talking about you!

[Vortex]

What the fuck is up with you guys? Since when is it a big deal if consumers want to voice their displeasure with a product being sold to them?? I honestly don't get the mentality of, "just be grateful it's even coming out". Why should anyone be grateful for a product they're not happy with? And if they're not happy with it, why not use a public forum to state their frustrations? Frankly, I've had with it fuckin' guys apologizing for companies, while said companies continually fuck consumers in the ass with shoddy products.

Honestly, when you see who's posting, who even cares? It's best to ignore. :lol:

[promnight13]

What the fuck is up with you guys? Since when is it a big deal if consumers want to voice their displeasure with a product being sold to them?? I honestly don't get the mentality of, "just be grateful it's even coming out". Why should anyone be grateful for a product they're not happy with? And if they're not happy with it, why not use a public forum to state their frustrations? Frankly, I've had with it fuckin' guys apologizing for companies, while said companies continually fuck consumers in the ass with shoddy products.

You didn't see me complain about a Death Valley/The Island double feature. I'd rather spend $20 for two shitty movies bundled together, instead of $40 to get each of these shitty movies separately.

We're not talking about legit complaints like wrong soundtrack, pieces of film missing, not in OAR or obvious taped-from-VHS-master stuff, we're talking about the nambi pambi nitpick things. The independents I mentioned aren't perfect, but they're not out to "fuck the consumers in the ass with shoddy products" as you so eloquently put it. That would be a dumb business model.

Further more, do your homework and talk to somebody in the business...there are MANY reasons why some of these (mostly B films) films aren't 100% going to satisfy every customer. Budgets, access to materials (or lack of), bad film elements, costs to restore, cast & crew willing to participate for nothing or measly pay.

I, for one, am very grateful for the stuff we get (I never thought I'd see the day where Night School, Boogens, Mortuary and Death Valley would come out) but wish the negative Nancies would manage their expectations at times.

[promnight13]

Seriously. I love horror and the community, but FUCK! There are so many times I'm embarrassed to be a part of this population. Childish people who will never admit to it despite portraying the obvious symptoms. The whole reason these are coming out individually are because the fans complained about the double feature DVD! And now this is a problem because DVD and Blu are in the same package? Look, I am one of the people who find it tiresome to read CR's Bill continuously refer to his diminished profits and antics every... single... time he posts. It's irritating beyond comprehension. Yet he and so many others are still not the ones at major fault. Eccentric as he may be, he deserves to rant after the way people walk around entitled.

I apologize if this seems like an attack on some people as it's for a general group of people, but my God, time and time again, it's the same thing. Fans want this, fans want this. "Oh no! There was a miniscule white spec in the corner of a split-second shot in The Evil Dead and this is outrageous! This whole release is awful!" or "the Paramount rereleases of Friday the 13th sequels suck because despite going all out for extras, the hard-to-find uncut footage which I have no proof exists was not included. Therefore the decked out DVDs suck." ...

I say yay to individual DVD/Blu combo of a film!

Thank you (whoever you are) for backing me up on this. :-)

[CPT HOOK]

For those of you who are still DVD-only, I think you are going to appreciate these combo-packs once you eventually upgrade to blu-ray.

I love combo-packs. Even though I have a blu-ray player, I don't have one for every TV in my home.

It worked out perfectly for me. I have no interest in The Island, and I want Death Valley in hi-def. Couldn't be happier about how it turned out.

As for arguments over quality, I think the last place they belong is in the Shout Factory thread. ;)

[ronnie21]

other studios should take notes, shout factory is great. in terms of quality and using reverse artwork... and for bringing death valley to light.

[ronnie21]

is it me?? or does halloween III have a really cool opening music piece there.. love tha t theme....

[MisterTwister]

other studios should take notes, shout factory is great. in terms of quality and using reverse artwork... and for bringing death valley to light.

I agree. I love Shout Factory. I might not like combo packs but I'll still pick up Death Valley and The Island.

[ronnie21]

is death valley being released separately??

[Nailwraps]

Death Valley will only be available in a Blu-ray/DVD Combo Pack.

[ronnie21]

cool, so it wont be attached to the ISLAND. like before. great news..

[Nailwraps]

Some DVDTalk reviews:

Get A Life: The Complete Series
http://www.dvdtalk.com/reviews/56531/halloween-ii/

Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Season 1, Volume 1
http://www.dvdtalk.com/reviews/55994/mighty-morphin-power-rangers-season-1-vol1/

Halloween II CE
http://www.dvdtalk.com/reviews/56531/halloween-ii/

Halloween III: Season Of The Witch CE
http://www.dvdtalk.com/reviews/56504/halloween-iii-season-of-the-witch/

Katatonia already posted the last 2 reviews in a different thread but being that this is a Shout! thread, they should be mentioned here (and the fact that I also got to post them up here in this thread. ;) ).

[chrismac87]

I have to say, all this griping and complaining about two films being released separately instead of together is honestly trite.

There is zero point to complaining about a studio making the decision that both films would rather do better as stand alone releases than together and most of that came from those who liked both films. Neither one of them has a reputation for being bad, as a matter of fact both are pretty favorably reviewed by fans and critics alike. So what's the big deal?

What you don't want to spend $40 on two movies instead of $20? So don't buy them. Wait till they drop in price or get them through a third party seller in a few months and they'll more than likely be anywhere between $10-15 a piece so you might end up spending a little bit more than $20 but shit, you're complaining because we're getting something BETTER than what was planned?

And those complaining about Blu Ray/DVD combo packs - seriously??? Does the case take up more room because it has a DVD in it? Does it really bother you that you have a copy to loan out to a friend if they want to check the movie out? I mean seriously this complaint is the one that baffles me the most.

What is the big deal? You're still getting the Blu Ray and I can almost promise the price point would be the same if it didn't come with the DVD considering other Blu Ray releases are around the same price point so legitimately - what is your issue? You don't like that it comes with a DVD? Let me get you a tissue and a shoulder to cry on.

Seriously, be thankful we are getting these films on solid releases and not just thrown together on some shoddy double feature disc. Hell when releases are done as double features, people complain about that to.

You don't want to spend the money? Then don't! It's really that simple. If you want the film, well sorry, no hand outs here - go buy it and pay full price or shop around for deals. Even eBay has sellers that sell new release for sale prices so it's not like there's a shortage of places to buy these releases.

Some folks just need to get over it and move on.

[crikan]

And those complaining about Blu Ray/DVD combo packs - seriously??? Does the case take up more room because it has a DVD in it? Does it really bother you that you have a copy to loan out to a friend if they want to check the movie out? I mean seriously this complaint is the one that baffles me the most.



You know that the complaint is about the extra cost. It sucks having to pay more for the additional format. $20 is too much to be charging these days.

FTR, I do exactly what you suggest, and wait for the price to drop. Deep Discount will have it on sale for the right price sooner or later.

[chrismac87]

You know that the complaint is about the extra cost. It sucks having to pay more for the additional format. $20 is too much to be charging these days.

FTR, I do exactly what you suggest, and wait for the price to drop. Deep Discount will have it on sale for the right price sooner or later.

Okay, no offense but here's HALLOWEEN III (http://www.amazon.com/Halloween-III-Collectors-Edition-Blu-ray/dp/B0089N4G50/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1346794976&sr=8-1&keywords=halloween+III) - notice the price? Does it come with a DVD? Nope. So really, what's the issue again?

Okay so it's a special edition, but no specs have been confirmed for either of the other releases so they could have features making the price tag worth it as well.

I mean do we wanna talk how the VHS of both of these movies are selling for around $40 a piece? So $20 is too much to own them in a better format? I'm just trying to understand the logic here because the price point isn't really an issue, $20 is pretty standard for a Blu Ray, maybe $15 is the lowest I've seen for a new release of any title. So we're griping over $5?

[elDomenechHDG]

We live in a society where people want stuff for free or really cheap. Many folks will balk at paying "full price" for movies, yet they'll easily blow $20 or $25 on a typical outing at a restaurant or bar.

[Dobby]

We live in a society where people want stuff for free or really cheap. Many folks will balk at paying "full price" for movies, yet they'll easily blow $20 or $25 on a typical outing at a restaurant or bar.

You just described 99% of the population where i live. Everybody is greedy and wants to get rich quick. All the while they think they should be getting shit for free or dirt cheap. This sense of entitlement act alienates me from people.

[Matt89]

How is $20 too much for a blu-ray? That's a little more than an hour's pay.

~Matt

[crikan]

Okay, no offense but here's HALLOWEEN III (http://www.amazon.com/Halloween-III-Collectors-Edition-Blu-ray/dp/B0089N4G50/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1346794976&sr=8-1&keywords=halloween+III) - notice the price? Does it come with a DVD? Nope. So really, what's the issue again?

Okay so it's a special edition, but no specs have been confirmed for either of the other releases so they could have features making the price tag worth it as well.

I mean do we wanna talk how the VHS of both of these movies are selling for around $40 a piece? So $20 is too much to own them in a better format? I'm just trying to understand the logic here because the price point isn't really an issue, $20 is pretty standard for a Blu Ray, maybe $15 is the lowest I've seen for a new release of any title. So we're griping over $5?

The market sets these things. So if it sells well and the Shout Factory Blu-ray line continues, $20 is the correct price.

My expierence says its too much. Just to give my perspective. I purchased 73 US Blur-ays (not including TV show box sets) in 2011. Of those 73 I only purchased 5 for $19 or more. The overwhelming majority were less than $15. I doubt I'm alone.

-Kiss Me Deadly [The Criterion Collection] (1955) - $28 Amazon
-Blow Out [The Criterion Collection] (1981) - $19 Amazon
-Machete (2010) - $20 Target
-Battle Beyond the Stars (1980) - $19 Amazon
-Zombie [Blue Underground 2-Disc Ultimate Edition] (1979) - $19 Deep Discount


As for $20 being a standard for a new Blu-ray. Look at some of my recent "day one" purchases:

-Total Recall [Mind-Bending Edition] (1990) - $10 Amazon
-Red Scorpion [Blue Underground] (1989) - $15 Amazon
-Outland (1981) - $13 Deep Discount
-Blade 2 (2002) - $9 Deep Discount
-Blade (1998) - $10 Best Buy
-Missing in Action (1984) - $8 Wal-Mart
-Missing in Action 2: The Beginning (1985) - $8 Wal-Mart
-The Delta Force (1986) - $8 Wal-Mart


And let's stop calling people cheap. Things in this world have value. There's nothing wrong with with spending wisely.

[crikan]

One thing I forgot to mention before hitting the submit button. In 2012, $20 is a fairly common "day one" price for new releases, but not catalog titles. And most of the titles that are $20 on day one will likely be on sale for $10 within a year. That's not the case with Shout Factory. Their prices are extremely consistent even on sites like Deep Discount. So if you like these Scream Factory Blu-rays, might as well pick them up "day one" cause they aren't getting cheaper anytime soon.

[chrismac87]

As for $20 being a standard for a new Blu-ray. Look at some of my recent "day one" purchases:

-Total Recall [Mind-Bending Edition] (1990) - $10 Amazon
-Red Scorpion [Blue Underground] (1989) - $15 Amazon
-Outland (1981) - $13 Deep Discount
-Blade 2 (2002) - $9 Deep Discount
-Blade (1998) - $10 Best Buy
-Missing in Action (1984) - $8 Wal-Mart
-Missing in Action 2: The Beginning (1985) - $8 Wal-Mart
-The Delta Force (1986) - $8 Wal-Mart


And let's stop calling people cheap. Things in this world have value. There's nothing wrong with with spending wisely.

Okay let's run with the fact that you have spent no more than $15 on a Blu Ray catalog title last year. Good for you, I like hearing that people can find good deals.

But just because you found titles for under $15 doesn't mean that Blu Rays aren't still being released with a $20 price point and come out on sale with that price. Those deals while great are exceptional and aren't three of those Wal Mart, bare bones, exclusives? As opposed to these releases that have a ton of features?

I also want to throw out there that something like TOTAL RECALL is the second Blu Ray release of the film so a $10 price point makes more sense than anything considering they're going to want people enticed to buy, spending $20 on a Blu Ray you may already have with some new features doesn't really appeal to many.

I'm just saying the griping over these discs is ridiculous. I could understand it if they were barebones or were overly shitty transfers, then yeah sure - but you get what you pay for essentially. The work put into these discs shows, the features are extensive, the artwork is new yet faithful to the films, they didn't spare any expenses. So now we're complaining on spending money on stuff they put a lot of hard work into?

Everyone's pissed about RE-ANIMATOR looking like a shitty upconvert, well, did you notice that it's under $15? So what does that tell you? Same goes for anything Echo Bridge puts out, any disc that's priced around $5 from the day its released shouldn't be expected to deliver mind blowing results. I'm never disappointed in their releases because I never expect more than a so-so transfer with nothing on the disc. You get what you pay for in terms of that and I've never understood why anyone would complain.

But to each their own I suppose. I'm ordering all of these discs, can't wait to see them and check out the features they've put together.

[bruce h]

You're also forgetting that Shout doesn't own these titles -- they had to license them out from a major Hollywood studio, which isn't cheap.

[crikan]

^^RED SCORPION ($15) is loaded with extras and has a top-notch transfer. I assume it was licensed from a major studio (Fox) as well.

Shout Factory is my favorite of the cult labels and I wish them nothing but the best. IMO, it's difficult to justify $20 on a blind buy (THE ISLAND, DEATH VALLEY), a double-dip (HALLOWEEN 2, DEADLY BLESSING) or titles I'm only luke warm on (TERROR TRAIN, HALLOWEEN 3). I'll be shocked if this line is sustainable at these prices. Maybe we'll start see decent sale prices on Shout Factory titles.

[Egg_Shen]

I'm curious about the costs involved in manufacturing discs. Licensing, the costs of supplements and so on. Also, I suppose they have to take into consideration the amount of public interest for a given film, which will obviously affect their overall profit. Total Recall is quite cheap, but very popular. How many units are they going to sell of Death Valley? I don't like that picture, but if it was a favorite of mine I'd be pleased it was coming out. Bottom line, there's a special edition of Halloween III coming that I never imagined would exist. I'm OK with the $20 price tag.

[bruce h]

RED SCORPION was gleaned from Shapiro/Glickenhaus, with whom Don May had a deal in place to supervise the restoration of their catalog for international licensing. I'm sure this gave them some negotiating leverage. Others titles Synapse gained from this arrangement include MANIAC COP, FRANKENHOOKER, MCBAIN, SLAUGHTER OF THE INNOCENTS, BASKET CASE 2 & 3, etc.

It also has the same retail price as Shout's Scream Factory blus.

[ronnie21]

iam thankful death valley is coming out. its not the greatest movie. but i like it and wannasee it on blu ray. but ya know what beleive it or not. i wouldnt be that siked about it if it didnt include the original artwork...

[Nailwraps]

News from Scream's Facebook!:

"Wes Craven's underrated DEADLY BLESSING from 1981 is coming soon. More info to come in late Sept / early Oct."

and...

"Final extras for THEY LIVE coming soon... :-)"

[Demoni]

How is $20 too much for a blu-ray? That's a little more than an hour's pay.

~Matt

Well, in many some parts of europe the minium wage if 500 euros a month... that gives about 2,50 euros an hour, that translates into 3,15 USD.

So, $20 can be too much for a blu-ray, for some european folks that want to import.

[Matt89]

Well, in many some parts of europe the minium wage if 500 euros a month... that gives about 2,50 euros an hour, that translates into 3,15 USD.

So, $20 can be too much for a blu-ray, for some european folks that want to import.

Yeah well seeing as how these releases are region A "locked", Europe isn't exactly their market.

~Matt

[Demoni]

Yeah well seeing as how these releases are region A "locked", Europe isn't exactly their market.

~Matt

Well, in Europe you can very easily find many region free players. Besides the well known manufacturers, every country has "white line" players, that are dedicated to specific stores, and all of them are region free.

I dare to say that in Europe we have more region free players than region locked, so, many of us do import region locked titles.

[bruce h]

December pre-orders annouced:

Death Valley (Scream Factory):
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0096RC54W/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0096RC54W&linkCode=as2&tag=cinema09-20

The Island (Scream Factory):
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0096RC5XI/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0096RC5XI&linkCode=as2&tag=cinema09-20

Mystery Science Theater 3000, Vol. XXV (includes Roboto Holocaust, Operation Kid Brother, Kitten with a Whip, and Revenge of the Creature):
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0096RC4X4/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0096RC4X4&linkCode=as2&tag=cinema09-20

Ultra Seven: The Complete Series:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0096W46VW/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0096W46VW&linkCode=as2&tag=cinema09-20

[Nailwraps]

Extras for They Live have been anbnounced via Scream's Facebook!:

"Happy Friday Scream Factory fans!

Check out our final list of extras that will be on our DVD and Blu-ray of THEY LIVE which releases (coincidentally) on Election Day (11/6):

- Audio Commentary with Writer/Director John Carpenter and Actor Roddy Piper
_ Independent Thoughts – A new interview with Writer/Director John Carpenter
- Man vs. Aliens – An interview with Actor Keith David
- Woman of Mystery – An interview with Actress Meg Foster
- Watch, Look, Listen: The Sigh...ts & Sounds of “They Live” – A look at the visual style, stunts and music from the film with Director of Photography Gary B. Kibbe, Stunt Coordinator Jeff Imada, and Co-Composer Alan Howarth
- 2012 Cast Reunion Q&A with Roddy Piper, Keith David, and Meg Foster. Presented by Ain’t It Cool News and Texas Frightmare Weekend.
- Original EPK: The Making of “They Live”
- Never-Before-Seen Footage from the Commercials created for the film.
- Original Theatrical Trailer
- TV Spots
- Still Gallery"

[Nailwraps]

More My Little Pony FiM news (including Season 1!):

http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/news/Little-Pony-Friendship-Magic-Adventures-in-the-Crystal-Empire-and-Season-1/17463

[Nailwraps]

December pre-orders annouced:

Ultra Seven: The Complete Series:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0096W46VW/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0096W46VW&linkCode=as2&tag=cinema09-20

And here's some news on that:
http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/news/Ultra-Seven-The-Complete-Series/17464

[Nailwraps]

Ninja Turtles: The Next Mutation Volume 2:

http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/news/Ninja-Turtles-Mutation-Volume-2/17465

[Dobby]

More My Little Pony FiM news (including Season 1!):

http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/news/Little-Pony-Friendship-Magic-Adventures-in-the-Crystal-Empire-and-Season-1/17463

Oh hell yeah day one purchase mine mine mine!! :banana:

[Nailwraps]

The Sarah Silverman Program Season 3:
http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/news/Sarah-Silverman-Program-Season-3/17466

Hazel won't be a Shout! Selete Exclusive:
http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/news/Hazel-Season-4/17467

MST3K XXV:
http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/news/Hazel-Season-4/17467

[Nailwraps]

The Shout! news just keeps a comin' with Quincy, M.E. Season 4!:


http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/news/Quincy-Season-4/17469

[Nailwraps]

Some big news from Scream (coming soon at least) from Facebook:

"Get set for some REALLY great new titles coming up in 2013 which we'll be beginning to start slowly announcing soon.

We've been working on a deal for over a year and we're happy to report its been finalized. Some films have never been available before and some have even been requested here on the Facebook page from you guys already. We'll also be introducing some fun DVD double and triple features into our future mix as well."


I'm dying to find out who the new sub-licensor is.

[Nailwraps]

In regards to the big announcement, Cliff at the Blu-ray.com forums thinks that the first title from the new sub-licensor will be announced next Friday. Then... and only then...will we find out. ;)

[Katatonia]

I'm hoping it's Paramount...

[tropical marsh]

I'm hoping it's Paramount...

I think Cliff confirmed over at blu-ray.com that they were only able to get two acquisitions from Paramount (The Duelists and Walking Tall trilogy). He's also said that they don't like licensing from Sony, because Sony doesn't allow new extras to be created (unless your name is Criterion). We can rule out Warner Bros/New Line, because they don't like to license to anyone.

That pretty much leaves MGM, since Shout already have deals with Universal and Fox.

[elDomenechHDG]

MGM has the best library of MIA titles - I hope it's them. The lack of new MGM MOD announcements is a good sign...

[Matt89]

It would be nice if they got Friday the 13th. Prom Night needs to come out as well. Seriously.

~Matt

[Nailwraps]

From Scream's Facebook page:

"Check back with us this Friday (and every Fri for the next few months) where we will announce one film from our new deal we teased about last week. No street date or packaging specifics, just the title itself. :-)"

[Nailwraps]

Morphenomenal! The MMPR Complete Series set is set for a wide release on the same day a Season 1 Volume 2!:

http://www.tvshowsondvd.com/news/Mighty-Morphin-Power-Rangers-The-Complete-Series/17481

[Dobby]

I've never seen Death Valley. Is that a character in the movie or a blow up doll?

LOL i was thinking the same thing hahahaha!

[Nailwraps]

Review of G.I. Joe Renegades Season 1 Blu-ray:

http://bluray.highdefdigest.com/7196/joe_renegades_s1.html

And 5 days left to Halloween II and III CE on Blu-ray and 1 more day left til the next Scream Factory title is announced (and Shout!'s new sub-licensor)!

[buck135]

Review of G.I. Joe Renegades Season 1 Blu-ray:

http://bluray.highdefdigest.com/7196/joe_renegades_s1.html

And 5 days left to Halloween II and III CE on Blu-ray and 1 more day left til the next Scream Factory title is announced (and Shout!'s new sub-licensor)!

"Four more days till Halloween, Halloween, Halloween, four more days till Halloween, Silver Shamrock!" Sorry, I couldn't help myself. :)

[Nailwraps]

From Scream's Facebook!:

"Check in with us tomorrow where we'll actually announce TWO titles that are a part of our new deal.

The only hints we'll give: Both are from the 80s. One has been released before (but not before in widescreen) and the other has never been out on DVD before."

[zbinks]

From Scream's Facebook!:

"Check in with us tomorrow where we'll actually announce TWO titles that are a part of our new deal.

The only hints we'll give: Both are from the 80s. One has been released before (but not before in widescreen) and the other has never been out on DVD before."

Gotta believe it's MGM then. They were pretty bad about doing open matte releases on their 80's films.

[fceurich39]

would love for it to be The Video Dead i heard the music rights hold up for the film has been cleared or even Fright night part 2,rawhead rex,mosquito,godzilla 1985

[CPT HOOK]

Looking forward to the announcements tomorrow, but just thought I'd add:

Amazon currently has Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Season 1 Volume 1 on sale for $9.96. It includes the first 30 episodes on 3 discs.

I have fond memories of this show from when I was a kid. I ordered it for the nostalgia alone, even though it'll probably be awful watching it now.

[elDomenechHDG]

Can't think of any horror MGM releases that were released in fullscreen only. Plenty of films in other genres were released in 1.33:1, like the Cannon action films, but not many horror films were. I can think of several Lionsgate-controlled titles that were released in fullscreen: Chopping Mall and Fright Night 2 come immediately to mind. This latest revelation kind of throws a wrench in my theory that it's exclusively MGM titles that Shout has licensed. Maybe it's a combination of different labels/studios. Tomorrow can't arrive soon enough.

[Chomp]

I have MST3K question... I don't follow the release dates of the volumes, but I do buy the them every now and then when I get in a MST3K kick...I just want to know has a volume been released with Squirm on it yet?

[HAEMORRHAGE]

I have MST3K question... I don't follow the release dates of the volumes, but I do buy the them every now and then when I get in a MST3K kick...I just want to know has a volume been released with Squirm on it yet?


Nope. I believe Jeff Lieberman is very against it. Something along the lines of he didn't find it very funny. Shame too, I really want that episode.

[Chomp]

I know Lieberman is not fond of the episode, but is it even up to him on whether the Squirm episode is released or not? That is a shame if that's the case because it is indeed a great episode.

C'mon... Lieberman can't be that big of a baby.

[HAEMORRHAGE]

See, that's the one thing I wonder about too. I can't imagine that every director of a movie in a MST3K episode was fond of their commentary but some still probably got released on DVD anyways. Speaking of which, I believe the director of the Hobgoblins is one of them.

[tropical marsh]

Can't think of any horror MGM releases that were released in fullscreen only. Plenty of films in other genres were released in 1.33:1, like the Cannon action films, but not many horror films were. I can think of several Lionsgate-controlled titles that were released in fullscreen: Chopping Mall and Fright Night 2 come immediately to mind. This latest revelation kind of throws a wrench in my theory that it's exclusively MGM titles that Shout has licensed. Maybe it's a combination of different labels/studios. Tomorrow can't arrive soon enough.

Yeah, I'm thinking the same thing. The only full screen MGM dvds ('80s horror titles) I can recall: I, Madman and Curse 2: The Bite (part of a double feature with first one). The Dark Half was also full screen, but that's from the '90s.

Lionsgate does have a few gems: Chopping Mall, Slaughter High, Warlock, and Waxwork. Obviously, they also released Fright Night Part II as a full screen dvd, but I will literally shit in my pants if that's the announced title--I just don't think it's likely. Others, (from LG) that are more obscure: Watchers, Midnight (1982), My Best Friend is a Vampire.

[bruce h]

A good FRIGHT NIGHT 2 would probably be my #1 want from anyone mining Lionsgate's catalog. I'd love to see a proper HD transfer of ALLIGATOR, too.

[Nailwraps]

The 2 titles have been announced via Scream's Facebook (I think you'll be pleased with the first one)!!!!!:

"For the next couple of months on Fridays we'll reveal a title planned for a future release which is part of a new licensing deal we struck. The first out of the crate are...TERRORVISION (1986) and THE NEST (1988)

The highly-requested TERRORVISION has never been on DVD format before and THE NEST has never been released in a widescreen presentation. That will all change soon. :-)

Check back with us next Fri for another release scoop. And keep checking back with us regularly for more release specific details on TV and THE NEST."

[tropical marsh]

Titles announced:

TerrorVision (1986)
The Nest (1988)

:D

Edit: Nailwraps beat me to the punch.

[bruce h]

Glad to see THE NEST getting a proper release; the old Corman DVD was acceptable for the time, but it'll be great to see a new transfer and some extras. The film itself is a gory, gooey blast -- a killer, mutant cockroach flick that's populated with good characters and isn't afraid to throw some punches. It's long been a favorite of mine and criminally underrated -- I even imported a Japanese DVD in the earliest days of the format!

On the other hand, I watched the MGM remaster of TERRORVISION on cable a few years back and thought it was crap.

(Edit: I should clarify. I thought the movie was crap; MGM's print was gorgeous.)

[Hatchetwarrior]

TerrorVision (1986)


:banana::banana::banana:

[Shawn Francis]

TERRORVISION: 12/28, 4:30 am, TCM

[CPT HOOK]

MGM!

For the love of God, bring on Teen Witch!

[CPT HOOK]

TERRORVISION: 12/28, 4:30 am, TCM

It is also streaming on Netflix in HD. I hope we get some of the other MGM / Netflix titles as well, such as Blood Games, The Immortalizer, The Resurrected, etc.

They re-did The Island after that hit MOD, so hopefully we might see Modern Girls, Spellbinder, New Year's Evil and Up The Creek.

[Nailwraps]

If non-horror titles are included, I'd like to see Shout! put out the remaining DePatie-Freleng cartoons (Tijuana Toads, Blue Racer) maybe a 50th Anniversary Pink Panther collection with all the films (including Return through Universal) and the cartoons.

[tropical marsh]

Assuming they were allowed to rummage through the Empire Pictures catalog, maybe we'll get Ghoulies (and part II), Troll, Breeders, Dolls, Prison, Cellar Dweller, and whatever else MGM has kept buried.

[dave13]

why aren't they releasing The Nest under the Roger Corman's Cult Classics line?

[Drinkinstein]

Woo hoo! I can finally ditch my VHS of The Nest! Don't have terrorvision either!

[17thJuggalo]

C'mon... Lieberman can't be that big of a baby.

Well he did make Youtube take down a 5 minute clip of Blue Sunshine I uploaded a few years ago.

[fceurich39]

why aren't they releasing The Nest under the Roger Corman's Cult Classics line?

there finished with that line but yeah it should be under the banner atleast

[elDomenechHDG]

why aren't they releasing The Nest under the Roger Corman's Cult Classics line?

Good question. Here's another one: Obviously it's not just MGM titles they're releasing, so are they going to "continue" the Corman line without assigning a banner or "Corman Collection" label? I'm still hoping they'll be able to reissue HARD TO DIE on Blu.

[MisterTwister]

Picked up Terrorvision from Fleshwound Video before they closed and have the old DVD of The Nest. I'll be happy as hell to pick up Shout's DVD's of both. Both rock!

[tropical marsh]

Good question. Here's another one: Obviously it's not just MGM titles they're releasing, so are they going to "continue" the Corman line without assigning a banner or "Corman Collection" label? I'm still hoping they'll be able to reissue HARD TO DIE on Blu.

Actually, Cliff mentioned that they got The Nest from MGM. I know, New Concorde released the dvd before, but that's what he said. I guess that's why it's being included with the Scream Factory line and not the Corman one.

[MorallySound]

Stoked for TerrorVision! Love that flick and have the soundtrack on vinyl as well.

The Nest I have on VHS and probably won't upgrade. I find it pretty 'meh'.

[bigdaddyhorse]

Assuming they were allowed to rummage through the Empire Pictures catalog, maybe we'll get Ghoulies (and part II), Troll, Breeders, Dolls, Prison, Cellar Dweller, and whatever else MGM has kept buried.

I am convinced Cellar Dweller will never get a dvd or BD release anywhere, ever. It should've happened by now, somewhere. Glad I have that laser rip.

[Nailwraps]

Cliff at the Blu-ray forums says that non-horror MGM titles are also part of the deal! If that's the case then I hope they look into the DePatie-Freleng cartoons.

[Chomp]

Badass news...Both are awesome flicks. The Nest is gore galore...the mutant cockroach at the end gave me nightmares as a kid.

All hail Shout!

[X-human]

MGM!

For the love of God, bring on Teen Witch!

LOL yes, I hear that's one of the worst movies ever made.

The Nest is an often overlooked gem and I'm glad to see Shout! hasn't looked past it. It would make a great double feature with The Thing in HD so hopefully we'll get a Blu-ray outta it. If Shout! goes after the Empire Pictures titles for Blu-ray I'll be ecstatic.

[CPT HOOK]

LOL yes, I hear that's one of the BEST movies ever made.


Fixed ;)

[Katatonia]

TerrorVision? That's awesome news!

...and I second Teen Witch, I love that movie. :p

[zbinks]

I wouldn't have guessed that The Nest was in the MGM library. It's not listed online as part of their website, but I was looking at that yesterday and figured it might be significantly incomplete. There's definitely a lot of potential to Shout having a deal with MGM. Lots of Blu-Ray upgrade potential and more than a few films that have never been released to DVD.

I hope Shout manages to snag the rest of the Phantasm series away from Anchor Bay. MGM controls the rights to the first film and I think they control the rights to the fourth film too. I know the VHS release for the third was handled by Universal, but I have no idea if they control the rights or not.

[Nailwraps]

I hope Shout manages to snag the rest of the Phantasm series away from Anchor Bay. MGM controls the rights to the first film and I think they control the rights to the fourth film too. I know the VHS release for the third was handled by Universal, but I have no idea if they control the rights or not.

Anchor Bay has control of I, III, and IV. But you are right that MGM did have control of I and IV and Universal had III, but since Universal had no involovement other than distributing, Coscarelli had full control of III.

I consider Shout! to be the next Anchor Bay (I mean that as a good thing), so them getting to release independent libraries from MGM on DVD is now good enough for me.

[skinnypuppy]

I hope they do special editions for The Brood and Scanners!

[fceurich39]

The Video Dead finally??? the music rights have been cleared!!!

[zbinks]

Anchor Bay has control of I, III, and IV. But you are right that MGM did have control of I and IV and Universal had III, but since Universal had no involovement other than distributing, Coscarelli had full control of III.

I consider Shout! to be the next Anchor Bay (I mean that as a good thing), so them getting to release independent libraries from MGM on DVD is now good enough for me.

Yeah, it's pure speculation on my part, I know, but MGM still has the first Phantasm listed on their website so they would seem to have some sort of stakes in that entry still. I just wonder if Shout!'s negotiations with Don Coscarelli may have involved more than just Phantasm II.

I hope they do special editions for The Brood and Scanners!

Scanners could definitely use some love. As I recall the 2001 MGM dvd has really bad sync issues throughout the film.

[Nailwraps]

Yeah, it's pure speculation on my part, I know, but MGM still has the first Phantasm listed on their website so they would seem to have some sort of stakes in that entry still.

MGM also lists Flash Gordon on their site and that film is owned by Universal (but to be fair, MGM has the TV rights for it). But now that you say it, maybe MGM still has TV rights for Phantasm I'm not sure. If anything though Phantasm II might convince Anchor Bay to release the other films (at the very least the first one by next year).

[Kim Bruun]

Neither Terrorvision nor The Nest were on my wish list, but I'm glad that others have received the news well. I'd rather see The Brood, The Burning, and Squirm on blu, if we're talking MGM titles. :)

On a related note - do we know if Deadly Blessing will be DVD only? I have the Arrow DVD, but would gladly upgrade for blu-ray!

[CPT HOOK]

Neither Terrorvision nor The Nest were on my wish list, but I'm glad that others have received the news well. I'd rather see The Brood, The Burning, and Squirm on blu, if we're talking MGM titles. :)

This is just the first of many announcements to come. Scream Factory has said they will be announcing a new title every Friday for the next few months, so there are many more opportunities for these titles to show up.



On a related note - do we know if Deadly Blessing will be DVD only? I have the Arrow DVD, but would gladly upgrade for blu-ray!

They have said in the past that it will definitely be on blu-ray, however I don't believe they have announced a date yet.

[Mikey Horror]

God I hope they get ahold of The Burning. Please for the love of Christ, Shout, make this happen.

[Kim Bruun]

Thank you, CPT HOOK - I will keep my fingers crossed, then! I have been following Shout Factory on facebook, but I hadn't caught the bit about them announcing a new title every Friday - really something to look forward to! As is Deadly Blessing on blu, so thanks for filling me in. ;)

[tropical marsh]

When you consider the titles Scream Factory announced last Friday--TerrorVision and The Nest--it doesn't really give me the feeling that they got any of the big name stuff. My thinking is that MGM held onto The Fog, The Howling, and Scanners. Even movies like The Burning, From Beyond, Lifeforce, and Pumpkinhead--these probably aren't going to Scream/Shout. Another reason I say this, MGM just released Killer Klowns from Outer Space themselves--so I just can't see them handing over high profile stuff. (Of course, I could be completely fucking wrong, but whatever. We'll see in the coming weeks. :))

With all that in mind, this is my short wishlist:

Arena (1989)
The Barbarians (1987)
Cellar Dweller
Dark Angel aka I Come in Peace
Hell Squad (1986)
Highway to Hell (1991)
Hospital Massacre
New Year's Evil
Prison (1988)
Steel and Lace
Too Scared to Scream
The Town that Dreaded Sundown
The Video Dead

I'm not even sure if MGM would let Scream Factory release legit versions of their MOD DVD-R titles--but I know I'd rather spend $20 on a New Year's Evil blu-ray versus $20 for a fucking DVD-R.

[Chomp]

Highway to Hell and Hospital Massacre would be sweet.

And for some strange reason my sixth sense tells me The Video Dead will be on its way via Shout!. I can feel it.

[Body Boy]

MGM also owns Blood and Lace (1971)!

[Kim Bruun]

MGM also owns Blood and Lace (1971)!

Blood and Lace is absolutely wonderful - unjustly neglected! I own a bootleg, fairly good quality no less, but I'd pay big money for a blu-ray!

[CPT HOOK]

I'm not even sure if MGM would let Scream Factory release legit versions of their MOD DVD-R titles--but I know I'd rather spend $20 on a New Year's Evil blu-ray versus $20 for a fucking DVD-R.

If they're dipping into the DVD-Rs (The Island was originally released as one), then I'd vote for Modern Girls or Spellbinder over New Year's Evil.

[Zillamon51]

YES!!!

Terrorvision is one of my all-time faves! I discovered this on late-night local TV in the early '90s. I tried to tape it, but missed the beginning. Still, I watched it many times. Years later, I got a used VHS. I've recently seen it in widescreen on TCM and Netflix. Thank you, Shout! This had better be on Blu!!! Primo picture for the Pleasure Dome!

"Remember kids, you do your thing and we do ours."

"I'm just taking care of business here!"

"Pills? What color?"

"War stories and monster movies are educational. They're survival-oriented. They always neutralize the enemy in the end."

"A soldier. What a manly profession. Raping and pillaging, creating life and taking it away, like the gods of the ancient Greeks."

This is a day-one preorder for me, along with whatever exclusive swag Shout! offers on their website. Rape me and pillage me, Shout! Take my money!! Just give me my Terrorvision on Blu-ray!!!

Release date anyone? "C'mon c'mon c'mon!"

[CPT HOOK]

Anyone who is a fan of TerrorVision should pick up the excellent book Destroy All Movies. It has a nice little spread on the film, including interviews with Mary Woronov and Jon Gries.

[fceurich39]

deadly blessing artwork released as well as The Nest and the new title for this friday is PRISON check it out all here http://www.facebook.com/#!/ScreamFactoryDVD

[Katatonia]

Prison on Blu-ray!?! Holy shit, that's awesome news! :evil:

The artwork for Deadly Blessing looks great...

[JGrendel]

Shout Factory you are awesome!!!!

[bruce h]

I'm so stoked for THE NEST and PRISON it's ridiculous. I don't understand the love for TERRORVISION at all, but whatevs, we all have our faves!

I almost bought the AWE import of PRISON from Diabolik DVD literally last week -- glad I second guessed it!

[dave13]

prison? that's great! this is kind of ridiculous, though - c'mon shout factory, i'm not made of money here!

[tropical marsh]

With all that in mind, this is my short wishlist:

Arena (1989)
The Barbarians (1987)
Cellar Dweller
Dark Angel aka I Come in Peace
Hell Squad (1986)
Highway to Hell (1991)
Hospital Massacre
New Year's Evil
Prison (1988)
Steel and Lace
Too Scared to Scream
The Town that Dreaded Sundown
The Video Dead


One down from my wishlist. :banana:

Also, I gotta say--the Deadly Blessing artwork is kind of shitty. Not a fan of Ernest Borgnine's gigantic Amish head...:eek1:

[fattyjoe37]

Not as excited about these most recent Scream Factory announcements as I was the 2012 lineup, but I'll still pick them all up eventually to support a great company. Shout! has been a favorite of mine ever since they released Freaks & Geeks on DVD 8 years ago.

[maybrick]

Not as excited about these most recent Scream Factory announcements as I was the 2012 lineup, but I'll still pick them all up eventually to support a great company. Shout! has been a favorite of mine ever since they released Freaks & Geeks on DVD 8 years ago.

Shout! is great, and in case anybody here is unaware, Shout! is basically the original Rhino Records before it was bought out and became a subsidiary of Time Warner. That's why they're so awesome.

[HAEMORRHAGE]

Really stoked to hear about Prison getting released. I actually thought this would be one of those films to never get a US release.

[Nailwraps]

Cliff at the Blu-ray.com forums has confirmed the new They Live release will feature 5.1 sound!

[Kim Bruun]

Am I the only one who gets a Christmas Eve feeling when we approach Friday?

I recently bought Prison on DVD from Another World Entertainment. Frankly, it didn't engage me, and I won't be upgrading. Nor am I really excited about Terrorvision or The Nest... But hey, nice that these movies are stricken off some wish lists. There is always next Friday. Just hoping it won't be a pair of socks again! ;)

[elDomenechHDG]

Am I the only one who gets a Christmas Eve feeling when we approach Friday?

I recently bought Prison on DVD from Another World Entertainment. Frankly, it didn't engage me, and I won't be upgrading. Nor am I really excited about Terrorvision or The Nest... But hey, nice that these movies are stricken off some wish lists. There is always next Friday. Just hoping it won't be a pair of socks again! ;)


For me it's more like New Year's Eve. My internal clock counts down until the next announcement :D. Every Friday morning, while at work, I log on my computer and feel a "drum roll" as I go online to learn the next title. I was a little underwhelmed with TerrorVision but Prison is a film I'd love to have on Blu. What other Empire Pictures titles might we see in the future?

[wago70]

Great newz on PRISON. I got to see it at the drive-in in 1987 with PROM NIGHT 2. Fun stuff. That was the only time I got to see the film and we were pretty jazzed when it was over - thought it was pretty well made.

[Nailwraps]

It's been reported at the Blu-ray.com forums that the They Live 2012 Cast Reunion Q&A has been removed from the DVD/Blu due to clearence issues.

[eric_angelus]

The announcement of Prison got me thinking of another New World title I would love to see come out from Scream Factory: Ghost Town!

[dave13]

The announcement of Prison got me thinking of another New World title I would love to see come out from Scream Factory: Ghost Town!

This one?
I remember really liking it.

http://www.joblo.com/posters/images/full/1988-ghost-town-poster1.jpg

[Katatonia]

The announcement of Prison got me thinking of another New World title I would love to see come out from Scream Factory: Ghost Town!

I'd love to see that one too. I still have the old VHS, and I don't believe it's even ever been released anywhere on DVD.

[elDomenechHDG]

I'd love to see GHOST TOWN get a release but it may not be one of the possible Shout acquisitions since it was distributed by New World. The other Empire titles belonged to MGM

[fceurich39]

cliff said in a interview that next halloween a box set is coming???
here's the link tp the interview http://www.fearnet.com/news/interview/we-talk-halloween-funhouse-and-more-scream-factory
my guess i am hopeful it'll be Phantasm saga because there may be a reason that phantasm II is gonna come out last of the first 9 scream factory titles announced and maybe even later~

[rxfiend]

I'm excited for the Ultra Q & 7 sets coming out. I couldn't believe it when I heard they were releasing them. I have never seen Q and only a few eps of 7 when it used to air on TNT back in the 90s.

[tropical marsh]

I'd love to see GHOST TOWN get a release but it may not be one of the possible Shout acquisitions since it was distributed by New World. The other Empire titles belonged to MGM

Prison was distributed by New World on VHS, so maybe Ghost Town '88 is a possibility. It sounds pretty rad, so I hope Scream Factory ends up putting it out.

[spawningblue]

A little disappointed with the announced titles so far. Cliff on the Bluray forums announced how these titles would be huge and blow us away, so maybe my expectations were just a little too high, but they definitely haven't been in the same league as Halloween 2 and 3, Terror Train, Funhosue, Phantasm 2, They live, ect.

I'm glad some people are excited about these titles, and don't get me wrong from the trailers they looked decent and I'll grab just about anything from this line, but in my opinion they aren't huge titles that you hear a lot about, even on this forum for that matter. I want The Fog, The Howling, The Town That Dreaded Sundown, ect. It's cool that these have never been released on DVD, or only in shoddy FS releases, but it would be nice if they divided the announcements up a bit. One bigger title, and then one never before released (Again, that's if they actually got any of the bigger titles).

There's still lots of time and titles to be announced though so here's hoping, but you would think if they got any of the huge titles they would have announced at least one of them in their first announcement.

Anyways, I'm not complaining, just a little disappointed.

Title to be announced tomorrow was apparently released between 1985-1990.

Dolls?
Video Dead?
From Beyond?
Ghoulies/ Ghoulies 2?
Lifeforce?

I would be down with any of those to be honest, though I have a feeling like the other titles it will come out of left field and be one I've never heard of.

[elDomenechHDG]

Its gotta be Dolls since it's an Empire title like the first two announcements. I'm slightly underwhelmed also but you have to keep in mind that it's still MGM titles that they've acquired, with lots of titles still to be revealed. MGM has by far the best cult catalog of any of the major studios, with many still unreleased films just waiting to be dusted off. That being said, my personal wishlist:

Alien Predators
Without Warning
LifeForce
Creature
Ghost Town

[Mikey Horror]

I just hope to God they release The Burning.

[ronnie21]

mikey. they should. due to the fact if they can put out dorm that dripped blood on blu ray. iam sure that HD prints of burning have been floating around in recent years. should be no trouble at all...

[Nailwraps]

I'm hoping for either:

-Bad Taste
-Child's Play 2
-Dolls
-House III: The Horror Show
-The Video Dead

[dave13]

Its gotta be Dolls since it's an Empire title like the first two announcements.

i was wondering why the MGM dvd had suddenly gone OOP. going for $50+ on amazon. if shout had acquired it, then that might explain it...

[Matt89]

I dunno if they'll get From Beyond and The Burning though. They're rather big cult titles that I'm sure MGM would want to release themselves. I mean here's hoping but I honestly doubt it.

~Matt

[CPT HOOK]

i was wondering why the MGM dvd had suddenly gone OOP. going for $50+ on amazon. if shout had acquired it, then that might explain it...

Good to know. If they announce it, I know what I'm doing with my DVD...

[zbinks]

i was wondering why the MGM dvd had suddenly gone OOP. going for $50+ on amazon. if shout had acquired it, then that might explain it...

I dunno if they'll get From Beyond and The Burning though. They're rather big cult titles that I'm sure MGM would want to release themselves. I mean here's hoping but I honestly doubt it.

~Matt

From Beyond and The Burning appear to be OOP too. From Beyond is another Empire release, so I think the chances of Shout! getting that are pretty strong actually. I think it's been OOP for a while now too. The Burning being OOP seems like a much more recent development. I thought Amazon still had that in stock fairly recently.

[dave13]

Good to know. If they announce it, I know what I'm doing with my DVD...

keep in mind, that's amazon.CA - their prices are always a good chunk higher than .com

[Matt89]

From Beyond and The Burning appear to be OOP too. From Beyond is another Empire release, so I think the chances of Shout! getting that are pretty strong actually. I think it's been OOP for a while now too. The Burning being OOP seems like a much more recent development. I thought Amazon still had that in stock fairly recently.

Oh shit I didn't know that. Wow that would be fucking dope. If those two hit blu-ray I'll fucking lose my shit.

I know they probably wouldn't release it, but it would be nice if someone released Hell Night, Prom Night and Happy Birthday to Me on blu. My life would be complete.

~Matt

[CPT HOOK]

Worth mentioning, DVDEmpire currently has decent prices on the Scream Factory releases. I just nabbed The Funhouse and Terror Train for $16.79 a piece.

But act quickly, because the sale is supposedly ending very soon. It was supposed to be end of the day Thursday.

[Kim Bruun]

mikey. they should. due to the fact if they can put out dorm that dripped blood on blu ray. iam sure that HD prints of burning have been floating around in recent years. should be no trouble at all...

Indeed, and the MGM dvd looked great, so there must be a decent print out there. And as much as I appreciate that Dorm made it onto blu, The Burning simply has a larger cult following, making it a financially less risky investment for the company releasing it.

[walkingdude]

Here's one for ya.

Scream Factory (http://www.facebook.com/ScreamFactoryDVD?ref=stream)


‎** EXCLUSIVE ANNOUNCEMENT**

The much-demanded THE VIDEO DEAD (1987) -- with zombies that come out of a TV set - is finally coming out in 2013.

[tropical marsh]

With all that in mind, this is my short wishlist:

Arena (1989)
The Barbarians (1987)
Cellar Dweller
Dark Angel aka I Come in Peace
Hell Squad (1986)
Highway to Hell (1991)
Hospital Massacre
New Year's Evil
*Prison (1988)
Steel and Lace
Too Scared to Scream
The Town that Dreaded Sundown
*The Video Dead


That's two.

Realistically though, I'm only expecting a few more from this list (Cellar Dweller, Hospital Massacre, The Town that Dreaded Sundown). :cool:

[dave13]

cool! i'm happy for all those who've been crying out for this for so long (chrismac, you especially). i watched it for the first time a year or so ago, and can't say i really liked it very much. but when something this requested finally gets its deserved release, how could i be anything other than happy? i may even buy it, to give it another chance!

[Chomp]

Fuck yeah....knew it was coming.

[tropical marsh]

13 titles announced/released so far, for the Scream Factory line.

Halloween II
Halloween III
The Funhouse
Terror Train
They Live
Death Valley
The Island
Deadly Blessing
Phantasm II
TerrorVision
Prison
The Video Dead
The Nest

8 from Universal, 4 from MGM, and 1 from Fox. These guys are really spoiling us here. :evil:

[buck135]

cool! i'm happy for all those who've been crying out for this for so long (chrismac, you especially). i watched it for the first time a year or so ago, and can't say i really liked it very much. but when something this requested finally gets its deserved release, how could i be anything other than happy? i may even buy it, to give it another chance!

I thought about Chrismac as well. Good for him. I've never even seen the film. One of these days I'll get to it.