Disney Announces ‘Wish’ Digital and Blu-ray Release Dates

January 11, 2024January 12, 2024 Michael Lee

Walt Disney Animation Studio has announced the digital and Blu-ray release dates for their latest animated musical, Wish. The film, which hit theaters yesterday, becomes available from all major digital retailers including Prime Video, Apple TV, and Vudu on January 23 and on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD March 12. Of course, for those that want more than just the movie will be happy to know that it comes with a ton of bonus features.

Animation, Interview, Movies

‘Elemental’ Director Peter Sohn on Bringing His Personal Story To Life

September 20, 2023September 22, 2023 Michael Lee

Peter Sohn’s Elemental is set in the fictional city of Element City, where anthropomorphic elements of nature: Fire, Water, Earth, and Air co-exist. The story follows Ember (Leah Lewis) a tough, witty, and hot-headed fire element who has trouble controlling her emotions, and Wade Ripple (Mamoudou Athie), a go-with-the-flow water element who is overly emotional has no trouble expressing his emotions openly.

Animation, Interview, Marvel

‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse’ Co-Director Kemp Powers on the Impact of Representation

August 29, 2023August 29, 2023 Michael Lee

Sony Animation Pictures’ Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse was a massive sequel to say the least. As the follow-up to one of the most visually dazzling comic book movies, co-director Kemp Powers had his work cut out for him trying to make the next chapter bigger than its predecessor in story and in animation.

Movies, Streaming

‘The Little Mermaid’ Digital Release is Full of Under the Sea Wonder

August 11, 2023August 11, 2023 Michael Lee

Now that Disney’s live-action adaptation of The Little Mermaid, starring Halle Bailey as the titular character, has ended its theatrical run, the film is now available for you to own for your home entertainment viewing pleasure. That means you can watch your favorite moments again and again. Not only that, the bonus features dives deep into the making of this film, what it means to have Bailey play the iconic role that is beloved by so many, and invites you to sing-along to your favorite songs.

Marvel, Movies

Celebrate ‘Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania’ Home Media Release with Exclusive Clip

April 18, 2023April 27, 2023 Michael Lee

Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania opened Phase 5 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe earlier this year in a big way. Now you can size up your MCU collection by adding the latest title to your home entertainment library on DVD, Blu-ray, and 4K Ultra HD on May 16, 2023.

Movies, Music

‘I Wanna Dance with Somebody’ Blu-ray Giveaway

February 8, 2023February 8, 2023 The Nerds of Color

Here at the NOC, we believe the children are our future. Teach them well, and let them win an I Wanna Dance with Somebody blu-ray! Hot off the film’s digital release, we’re giving away an early copy of the blu-ray to one lucky NOC follower. Preferably, one whose name’s not Susan. Sorry.

Movies

‘The Menu’ Celebrates Blu-ray Release with Blockbuster Style

January 18, 2023January 18, 2023 Mike Manalo

When I first reviewed The Menu I initially liked, but didn’t love it. But after a bit more time, I’ve grown to like it more and more with each viewing. Which would probably bump it up from a B to a B+. So when we got the invite to celebrate the Blu-ray release for the movie, I couldn’t help but get excited to support an event that encourages multiple viewings of the terrific horror comedy!

Animation, Interview, Movies

Andrew Stanton on the Legacy of ‘Wall-E’ and Joining the Criterion Collection

November 22, 2022November 24, 2022 Michael Lee

The purpose of the Criterion Collection is to restore and distribute classic and contemporary films. In essence, it preserves films of cultural impact and importance. And while cinephiles can find an assortment of gems, there is almost no animation titles in its collection. That is until they announced that Wall•E would be a part of their November 2022 release slate.

Animation, DC Comics

‘Batman and Superman: Battle of the Super Sons’ is a Nostalgic Tribute

October 9, 2022October 9, 2022 Adonis Gonzalez

Richard Donner’s Superman is perhaps the most admired and cherished live-action version of the character. Donner established his spot in the “Man of Steel” hall of fame by building upon the hero’s most famous attributes. His bulletproof skin and wondrous flight were there, along with his diehard sense of truth, justice, and the American way.

Movies, Sci Fi

Exclusive Deleted Scene from ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once’ on Blu-Ray

June 28, 2022July 8, 2022 Keith Chow

In less than one week, the year’s best multiversal adventure will be released on home video. To celebrate, we have an exclusive, never-before-seen clip from the release’s loaded special features!

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Subscribe on YouTube and Win a Digital Copy of ‘Turning Red’

April 29, 2022July 14, 2022 Keina C

Disney and Pixar’s Turning Red debuted this week on all major digital platforms and will be available on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD on May 3, with never-before-seen bonus material including seven deleted scenes, three featurettes and audio commentary with Director Domee Shi. Plus, we’re giving subscribers to our YouTube channel a free digital copy of the movie!

Horror, Movies, Reviews

‘The Midnight Swim’ Dives Deep into Grief and Depression

March 15, 2022March 16, 2022 Bray Lawrence

The journey through grief, loss, and depression can often be a solitary one. A moment in time where a world full of the diversity of life, people, animals, and color, is swept to the sea and you are left with an isolating void of muted memories and half remembered thoughts. The Midnight Swim — a 2015 film recently made available on home video and streaming — written and directed by Sarah Adina Smith, dives deep into the nuance of these feelings through poetic and graceful filmmaking.

Marvel, Movies

Exploring the Extras of ‘Eternals’ on Digital

January 13, 2022January 14, 2022 Mike Manalo

For anyone following my reviews, you’ve most likely read my thoughts on Eternals this past November. To summarize, overall, I think this is a perfectly lovely, and bold film that challenges the traditional convention for the Marvel Cinematic Universe template, taking more from Alan Moore’s Watchmen than Avengers. I realize it wasn’t everyone’s cup of tea, and that’s fine. But for me, Chloé Zhao brought something incredibly unique into this 27-film franchise that I find severely underrated and quite special in its own right.

Marvel, Movies

The ‘Eternals’ Arrive on Blu-ray and 4K in February

December 16, 2021December 16, 2021 Mike Manalo

As previously reported, Eternals is finally arriving to homes everywhere this January! And they’re bringing a whole slew of awesome special features and deleted scenes! Now, folks who weren’t able to make it to the theaters will finally get to see the ambitious and bold work of director Chloé Zhao, and her intergalactic, epic impact on the MCU!

Interview, Marvel

Meng’er Zhang on Working with Tony Leung and Their Relationship in ‘Shang-Chi’

November 30, 2021December 14, 2021 Laura Sirikul

To celebrate the release of Shang-Chi and The Legend of the Ten Rings on Blu-ray and DVD, actress Meng’er Zhang sat down with The Nerds of Color to talk about all the good spoilers she couldn’t talk about before — Xialing’s relationship with her father (Tony Leung), her brother (Simu Liu), and the organization she has now inherited, The Ten Rings.

DC Comics, Television

DC FanDome Celebrates the 20th Anniversary of ‘Smallville’

October 16, 2021October 16, 2021 Keith Chow

When DC first announced they were holding FanDome on October 16, I wondered if there would be any inclusion of Smallville since that date also corresponds with the first time the iconic show about Clark Kent’s high school years aired in 2001.

Animation, DC Comics, Movies

‘Batman: Year One’ Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Special Commemorative Edition

September 14, 2021September 15, 2021 Mike Manalo

How is a legend created? What separates an individual from the rest of life and history to become something truly greater than flesh and bone? Ten years ago, Warner Bros. released the animated adaptation of Frank Miller’s Batman: Year One, and in that film, all of those answers were discovered. And to this day, the story and legend of the Batman has gripped audiences by their collective cores and continues to take them on the greatest ride imaginable.

Animation, Interview, Streaming

Finding ‘Courage’ Again: An Interview with Marty Grabstein

September 6, 2021September 6, 2021 Mike Manalo

If you’re anything like me, you grew up watching Cartoon Network cartoons in the late ’90s and early ’00s. There were a ton to enjoy, from Powerpuff Girls to Dexter’s Lab, and even classics like Samurai Jack. However one of the best and most underrated was a little cartoon called Courage the Cowardly Dog.

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Animated ‘Injustice’ Movie Coming This October

September 1, 2021September 1, 2021 Mike Manalo

Who’s ready for more “evil crazy Superman” action? If your name is Zack Snyder, you probably raised your hand already. Because your favorite edgy storyline (based on a video game rather than an actual comic book — unless you count the comic series inspired by the video game) about everyone’s favorite superhero going crazy and killing a bunch of characters in a dark and broody apocalyptic way is coming to Home Entertainment, courtesy of DC Animation: Injustice!

Comics, Movies, Toys

‘Snake Eyes’ Now Available to Own Digitally; Blu-Ray in October

August 17, 2021August 17, 2021 Keith Chow

It’s no secret that Snake Eyes holds a special place in my heart. No matter the critical reception of the film, it was always going to be a movie I celebrate. While I would’ve approached the movie differently, I am still holding out hope for a follow-up film so we can see the further adventures of Henry Golding as Snake Eyes, Andrew Koji as Storm Shadow, and the rest of the cast.

Animation, DC Comics

‘Superman: The Complete Animated Series’ Flies Home This October

August 12, 2021August 12, 2021 Mike Manalo

The Timmverse is hands down my favorite interpretation of the DC Universe. Whether we’re talking about Batman: The Animated Series, or Batman Beyond, all the way up to Justice League Unlimited, no adaptation has ever reached the heights of how good these shows are with their interpretations of these heroes. None. However, often overlooked among this pantheon of adaptations has always been Superman: The Animated Series.

Animation, DC Comics, Movies

Warner Bros. Announces ‘Batman: The Long Halloween, Part Two’

May 19, 2021May 26, 2021 Mike Manalo

It’s a Batty day for animated Batman news,folks!

Right before Batman: The Long Halloween Part One drops on June 22 this year, Warner Bros. Home Entertainment has officially announced the release date and trailer for Batman: The Long Halloween Part Two. The second half of this legendary adaptation of the seminal Batman graphic novel by Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale will be coming July 27, 2021 to digital and August 10, 2021 on Blu-ray. Take a look at the trailer here:

Movies, Sci Fi

Dylan O’Brien’s ‘Flashback’ Trailer Leaves Fans on Edge

April 14, 2021April 19, 2021 Sophia Soto

Dylan O’Brien is one of those actors that truly masters any role he plays, making audiences eager for each new project he has. After the release of his recent film Love and Monsters, fans can now start counting down the release of his new Lionsgate thriller, Flashback.