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  • Blu-ray Review: Planet 51

    Stepping out of his spacecraft, Chuck the Astronaut slowly walks down a dirt path in his space suit, ready to plant an American flag on a new planet. He's stunned when he is instead greeted by the surprised... | More >




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    Visit the High-Def Digest Facebook page and become a fan. We'll make sure you never miss a great review. Better yet, our newly launched Facebook features will let you share your favorite news and reviews... | More >




  • HDD Spotlight Bargain: 'Whip It' Blu-ray $14.99 at Amazon

    Pick up Drew Barrymore's directorial debut based on the novel "Derby Girl" for a great price! The online retailer is selling 'Whip It' starring Ellen Page for just $14.99 (63% off suggested list price).... | More >




  • Blu-ray Review: The Neverending Story (1984)

    Wolfgang Petersen's 'The Neverending Story' tells the tale of a young boy named Bastian (Barret Oliver), who finds comfort and purpose within a fantasy book, as in real life he must face a group of bullies,... | More >




  • 'The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus' Detailed

    Heath Ledger's final film is coming to high-definition in April, and now we have the details. As previously announced, Terry Gilliam's 'The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus' starring Heath Ledger, Colin... | More >




  • Blu-ray Review: Broken Embraces

    Early descriptions of 'Broken Embraces' had it pegged as something of an anthology film, with four interlocking, noir-ish stories culminating in unexpected results (this is a Pedro Almodóvar film, after... | More >




  • More Homes Have a Greater Number of Game Consoles than Cable Boxes

    Got a PS3 but no cable? You’re not alone. According to a recent survey from Yankee Group, sixty percent of homes have at least one videogame console. Only fifty-eight percent of homes have cable boxes.... | More >




  • 'The Messenger' Blu-ray Announced

    The acclaimed war drama nominated for two Academy Awards will be delivered on Blu-ray this May. Oscilloscope Pictures says Oren Moverman's 'The Messenger,' starring Woody Harrelson, Ben Foster, and Jena... | More >




  • Panasonic’s 3Ds Launch Wednesday – At Half the Japanese Price

    If you thought 3D TVs were going to be exceedingly costly, you’re in for a surprise. “3D is going to be so expensive!” say the format’s detractors. Panasonic’s taken a bit of wind out of that... | More >




  • The 'War of the Worlds' Begins in June on Blu-ray

    Steven Spielberg's retelling of H.G. Wells' sci-fi classic will finally invade high-definition in June! DreamWorks has announced 'War of the Worlds' starring Tom Cruise, Dakota Fanning, and Tim Robbins... | More >




  • 'Hamlet (1996)' Rumored for Blu-ray

    Kenneth Branagh's four-hour version of the Shakespeare play appears to be in the works for high-definition. In an early announcement to retailers, it seems Warner Brothers will be bringing 'Hamlet (1996)'... | More >




  • Blu-ray Review: The Ladykillers

    Alexander Mackendrick's 'The Ladykillers' is a dark, comic caper, considered the last classic made by Great Britain's famous Ealing Studios, before the BBC took it over in 1959. Alongside Frank Capra's... | More >




  • 'Nine' Blu-ray Announced and Detailed

    Rob Marshall's explosive musical based on Federico Fellini's '8½' will liven up Blu-ray this May. Sony Pictures has just announced 'Nine' starring Daniel Day-Lewis, Penélope Cruz, and Sophia Loren is... | More >




  • 'Samurai Princess' Announced for Blu-ray

    A sexy android ninja unleashes her wrath upon an alternate universe Japan this May. In an early announcement to retailers, Well Go USA is preparing Kengo Kaji's 'Samurai Princess' for Blu-ray on May 11.... | More >




  • Brando Unveils New HTPC Remote

    The Rii remote from Brando is aimed at the all around computer use, but its 90 degree flip feature makes it an incredibly cool home theater remote. Yes it’s called the Rii. Yes, the website is replete... | More >




  • Blu-ray Review: Up in the Air

    "Like father, like son" is an old saying that often rings true, but not so much when you look at the movies of Ivan Reitman and his chip-off-the-old-block Jason. The two may share the same genes and a... | More >




  • 'When in Rome' Blu-ray Announced, Box Art Revealed

    Kristen Bell and Josh Duhamel's romantic comedy will hit high-definition this May. Disney/Buena Vista has announced 'When in Rome' for a Blu-ray release on May 18. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video,... | More >




  • Acer Launches 3D Ready 720p Projector

    The latest release from Acer offers the potential for a 3D experience and a high def picture, all at a reasonable price. Projectors are a great way to get that theatrical experience at home. Acer’s... | More >




  • 'G.I. Joe: The Movie' Planned for Blu-ray

    The nostalgic animated hit from the eighties could be coming to Blu-ray in the very near future. According to a recent tweet from Shout! Factory's DVD producer Brian Ward, the animated 1987 'G.I. Joe:... | More >




  • Netflix Gets a Makeover

    If you were dependent on friends' lists to make selections, you may be in for some disappointment, but the new setup makes television streaming much, much simpler. The movie details page on Netflix underwent... | More >