NOW IN THEATERS:
The Sheep Detectives – Hugh Jackman stars in this adaptation of the celebrated novel, Three Bags Full, in which a murdered shepherd’s flock attempts to solve his murder. Kyle Balda directs and Julia Louis-Dreyfus is among the voice cast.
Photo: Hugh Jackman stars in The Sheep Detectives
NEW TO STREAMING:
The Drama (***) The recent theatrical release starring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson, whose relationship is tested when the former makes a shocking revelation, is now available for home viewing. It’s a well-directed, well-acted and very insightful look into the dynamics of relationships and how a most seemingly minor event can sometimes send things spiraling in an unexpected direction. Recommended!
NEW TO DISC:
Disney:
Fight Club (1999) David Fincher’s hugely influential adaptation of Chuck Palahniuk’s novel makes the 4K leap in a new steelbook edition that is getting great word of mouth due to the well-reviewed restoration. Archival extras have been retained but don’t expect any new ones.
Universal:
Bridesmaids (2011) The wildly successful comedy, co-written by and starring Kristen Wiig, makes the long awaited 4K leap from the label with archival bonus features intact.
Sony:
Moneyball (2011) The Oscar nominated sports drama, starring Jonah Hill, Phillip Seymour-Hoffman and Brad Pitt, makes its 4K debut this week as well with archival bonus features still intact.
Leomark Studios:
Seven Alone (1974) This family film, about a group of seven children forced to fend for themselves when their parents die during a wagon train trek westward in the 1800s, makes its Blu Ray debut this week from the new boutique label.
Kino:
One of the early leading man appearances by Charles Bronson, Rider in the Rain (1970), makes its transition to the 4K format and includes a new commentary.
The label is also issuing a 4K upgrade of another of Charles Bronson’s career entries, 10 to Midnight (1983). The release also includes a new commentary.
The Anthony Mann directed western, Bend of the River (1952), starring Jimmy Stewart, gets a newly remastered Blu Ray from the label this week. A new commentary is also included.
Warner Archive:
The wonderful documentary, George Stevens: A Filmmaker’s Journey (1984), directed by the filmmaker’s son, comes to 4K this week and features a few new bonus featurettes.
88 Films:
Three new Blu Ray releases of unjustly forgotten Hong Kong cinema treasures are being issued by the label this week. They are The Himalayan (1976), The Angry River (1971) and The Invincible Eight (1971).
Liberation Hall:
The label is issuing on Blu Ray the 1971 concert film, Soul to Soul, which features performances from such legends as Wilson Pickett, Ike and Tina Turner and Santana.
Cult Epics:
The label is issuing on 4K the coming-of-age film from director Just Jaeckin, Girls (1980), in a new edition with bonus materials.
Criterion:
The Delta (1996) The LGBTQ themed drama from director Ira Sachs, concerning a closeted 18-year-old boy’s dangerous relationship with an immigrant, comes to the Blu Ray format. Extras include a commentary and interviews.
Alliance:
The James Dearden helmed remake of the 50s thriller, A Kiss Before Dying (1990), makes a Blu Ray leap this week as well. Matt Dillon and Sean Young star.
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