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ABIGAIL Arrives on Digital Today and Blu-ray and DVD July 9th

2024/06/27

From Radio Silence comes the bloodthirsty, wild, and critically acclaimed vampire romp, ABIGAIL, available to own with all-new exclusive content on Digital June 25, 2024, and on Blu-ray^™ and DVD July 9, 2024 from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. Hailed as “a Bloody Blast” (The Detroit News) and Certified fresh on Rotten Tomatoes, ABIGAIL brings a refreshing approach to the vampire genre – unleashing never-before-seen bonus content, deleted & extended scenes, and more off-camera bloody carnage.

ABIGAIL’s cast is led by the new IT scream queen Melissa Barrera (Scream VI, In The Heights) as well as the beloved Kathryn Newton (Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, Freaky, Lisa Frankenstein), The cast also includes Dan Stevens (Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire, “Downton Abbey”), Giancarlo Esposito (“Breaking Bad”, The Usual Suspects, “Parish”), Alisha Weir (Roald Dahl’s Matilda, Don’t Leave Home), Kevin Durand (X-Men Origins: Wolverine, Robin Hood), the late Angus Cloud (Your Lucky Day, “Euphoria”), and William Catlett (A Thousand and One, Lovecraft County).

Radio Silence, the filmmakers behind the horror hits Ready or Not, Scream (2022) and Scream VI, bring a brash and bloodthirsty new vision of vampires with ABIGAIL. A heist team is hired by a mysterious fixer to kidnap the daughter of a powerful underworld figure. They must guard the 12-year-old ballerina for one night to net a $50 million ransom. As the captors start to dwindle one by one, they discover to their mounting terror that they’re locked inside an isolated mansion with no ordinary little girl.

EXCLUSIVE BONUS FEATURES TO OWN ONLY ON DIGITAL, BLU-RAY^TM & DVD:

Deleted & Extended Scenes
Gag Reel
Blood Bath – Soak up the slaughter alongside the cast and crew with this dive into the deep end of Abigail’s body pits, where practical FX reign supreme and there’s no such thing as too much blood.
Hunters to Hunted – Get up close and personal with Abigail’s abductors as the cast divulges the details behind how they got into character to collectively create a unique crew of criminals.
Becoming a Ballerina Vampire – Abigail actor Alisha Weir, choreographer Belinda Murphy, and more members of the creative team take up the task of transforming a seemingly sweet little girl into a vicious vampire.
Directing Duo Matt & Tyler – Directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett lead this look at the actors, ideas, and environment they put together to create a set that’s fun while still being fearsome.
Feature Commentary with Directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin & Tyler Gillett and Editor Michael P. Shawyer

The New Camp Snoopy at Knott’s Berry Farm is Now Officially Open!

2024/06/27

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News

The new Camp Snoopy at Knott’s Berry Farm is officially opened. On the morning of June 27th, Knott’s Berry Farm Vice President and General Manager Jon Storbeck was joined by Snoopy and The Peanuts Gang along with more than 100 campers from The Boys and Girls Club of Buena Park to officially cut the ribbon on the reimagined land. With brand new attractions and a lot of summer camp fun, Camp Snoopy will allow campers of all ages to become full-fledged Beagle Scouts as they explore the rides, meet and greet with The Peanuts Gang, participate in interactive camp-tivities and enjoy the carefree fun and freedom of summer.

WHEN: Camp Snoopy officially opened on June 27, 2024

WHERE: Knott’s Berry Farm – 8039 Beach Blvd, Buena Park, CA 90620

Come explore more in 2024 by using #KnottsCampSnoopy on social media or visit www.knotts.com

Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire Coming to Halloween Horror Nights 2024

2024/06/27

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Halloween, Movie News, News, Trailers / Videos

If there’s something strange. If there’s something weird… An ancient artifact unleashes an evil force that threatens to destroy the world in all-new haunted houses, inspired by Sony Pictures’ latest film, “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire,” debuting at Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando Resort on Friday, August 30 and at Universal Studios Hollywood on Thursday, September 5.

The all-new “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire” haunted houses at Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando Resort bring the latest installment of the global Ghostbusters franchise to life as well as iconic ghosts, creatures and characters from the beloved classic series in authentic haunted houses that capture the horror and humor for which the films are known. “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire” will transport fans of the film franchise to New York City where the Spengler family teams up with the original Ghostbusters who are now at the helm of a top-secret research lab for their ghost-busting enterprise. With the daunting discovery of an old relic that has set free the vengeful spirit of Garraka, who threatens to freeze everyone to death, Ghostbusters new and old must join forces to protect their city and save the world from a second Ice Age.

As guests venture through the haunted houses, they will find themselves in the sinister world of the supernatural, from Ray’s Occult Books shop to the Ghostbuster’s new high-tech lab and containment facility to the dank New York City sewer system. Fans will embark on this petrifying journey alongside the Ghostbusters, encountering iconic ghosts who slime and nefarious villains who are out for revenge – all while trying to escape an army of ghastly creatures bent on cracking bones and turning their veins into rivers of ice. As they navigate their way through freezing and frightening conditions, the Ghostbusters will need their wit and humor to defend the city they love from a terror too chilling to believe.

Select tickets and special vacation packages for Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights are on-sale now, including single-night tickets, Express Passes, the R.I.P Tour, which provides Priority V.I.P. entry to the haunted houses, and the Behind the Screams: Unmasking the Horror Tour that offers a glimpse into how the scares are brought to life via a daytime, lights-on journey through select haunted house. Tickets for Universal Orlando’s first-ever Premium Scream Night on Thursday, August 29 – an unprecedented, limited-capacity event that gives fans access to everything they love about Halloween Horror Nights before the event officially opens – are also now available. More information about all Universal Orlando’s current Halloween Horror Nights offers and entitlements can be found at www.universalorlando.com/halloween.

A variety of Halloween Horror Nights ticket options for Universal Studios Hollywood are now available, including General Admission, Universal Express, After 2 P.M. Day/Night, the Early Access Ticket, which provides access to select haunted houses beginning at 5:30 p.m. (subject to change), in advance of the scheduled 7:00 p.m. event opening time, the premium R.I.P. Tour and popular passes, Frequent Fear Pass and Ultimate Fear Pass, which enable guests to experience the scares again and again. Click here to purchase tickets and for Terms and Conditions.

For fans interested in digging deeper into the terror at Halloween Horror Nights, check out the Discover Universal Blog, which unearths more details about the two original haunted houses – “Monstruos 2: The Nightmare of Latin America” and “Dead Exposure: Death Valley” – at Universal Studios Hollywood. New updates will be posted regularly for the events at both Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood.

Fans can get their Halloween Horror Nights gear now with an all-new merchandise collection available for purchase at Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood, as well as online at http://shop.universalorlando.com. New items include a t-shirt and hat for the “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire” haunted house.

Additional details, including new haunted houses coming to both Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando Resort, will be revealed soon. For more information and to purchase tickets for Universal Studios Hollywood’s event, visit www.UniversalStudiosHollywood.com/Halloween. For more information and to purchase tickets for Universal Orlando’s event, visit www.UniversalOrlando.com/Halloween.

City Bus Manager Launch Trailer

2024/06/27

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

After a successful Early Access period with over 1,300+ reviews of which 90% positive, City Bus Manager, the strategic management bus company simulation game developed by PeDePe and published by Aerosoft, has now fully released on Steam for PC for the price of 27,99€ with a launch discount of 30%!

In City Bus Manager, players can build and manage their own bus company from scratch, anywhere in the world. With the power of OpenStreetMap, players get to choose the exact starting location of their bus depot and create their own routes, managing passenger traffic, staff, and finances to build a successful and profitable bus empire.

During Early Access, the game received an overwhelming response from the community, with 90% of Steam reviews being positive. Players from all over the world have been building and managing their own bus companies, with over 500,000 played games and 40,000 cities getting new and upgraded bus routes in game!

City Bus Manager features a wide range of customization options, allowing players to personalize their bus company and depot to suit their style. With real-life data used to simulate passenger behavior, players must balance schedules, staff, and finances to keep customers happy and their buses running smoothly.

The full release version now adds the scenario game mode, ticket inspectors and new statistics for players to analyze the company’s profitability.

Key Features:

Play in every city and country worldwide
Real satellite data, bus stops, and POIs from OpenStreetMap
Bus modding and steam workshop
Scenario mode with limitless options
Create your own routes in your city
Track your buses live with realistic passenger volume and route planning
Build and customize your own depot
30 different bus models (including own repaints)
Manage your employees and hire reliable and experienced staff
Service center with ticket sales
Passenger feedback and reviews
Extensive tech tree
Random events (e.g. rail replacement transport)

“We are thrilled to finally release City Bus Manager in its full form, after a really successful Early Access period that built our community, helping us, amongst other things, squash over 4,000 bugs and feature requests!” said Niklas Polster, co-founder at PeDePe. “It’s wild to think there’s already been half a million plays during Early Access, we can’t wait to see more people join in and see the community’s creativity and business skills continue to do amazing things in game and out!”

“It has been an amazing development cycle for PeDePe, and we are proud to see how the PeDePe team was able to meet the huge expectations that the fans of City Bus Manager had,” said Maarten Janello, Product Manager at Aerosoft. “Now that we’re leaving Early Access, we hope to continue this positive trend, seeing the game become the bus management simulation that players dreamt of.”

Metal: Hellsinger VR Demo Now on Steam

2024/06/27

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Funcom® is excited to announce that Metal: Hellsinger® VR, the heavy metal Rhythm Shooter developed by Lab42 Games, will launch in Fall 2024 on Meta Quest 2 & 3, Meta Quest Pro, and PS VR 2, and is available to play right now in a new demo on Steam.

The demo features the brand-new lobby, an immersive new location from which you can select your level, music, loadout, and more. The demo features Voke and Stygia, the two first missions in the game, along with four weapons; Paz, your loyal and loquacious skull, who will also sear your enemies with fiery bolts; Terminus, a wickedly agile sword; The Hounds, a set of demonic twin pistols; and Persephone, a shotgun with a thunderous bark to match both its bite and the beat.

As part of the Upload VR Showcase, the demo was introduced by Matt Heafy, guitarist and lead vocalist for heavy metal band Trivium, in a new video.

All the weapons can be aimed freely in full VR. Shoot to the beat and – if you have a free hand – show your enemy the sign of the horns before you blast them away. Just like in the original game, each weapon has its own powerful ultimate that unleashes havoc on the enemy, such as the double-time tempo slashes of Terminus, or the stunning lightning strike of Paz.

Players can enter Hell headfirst on Steam right now and slay the hordes of Hell to the award-winning soundtrack written by composer duo Two Feathers and performed by metal legends such as Serj Tankian (System of a Down), Matt Heafy (Trivium), and Alissa White-Gluz (Arch Enemy).

Once the headset comes on and the music starts pounding, Metal: Hellsinger VR snaps you into an unparallelled state of frenetic demon-slaying flow. Experience a taste of it in today’s free demo, and the full game in Fall 2024.

ZHIYUN Unveils Revolutionary SMOOTH 5S AI Stabilizer for Video Makers

2024/06/27

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Tech News

ZHIYUN, the trailblazer in image stabilization equipment, has launched the SMOOTH 5S AI Stabilizer for smartphone video makers. With advanced AI tracking technology, this gimbal provides unparalleled stabilization and effortless operation for capturing smooth and professional-quality footage with users’ smartphones. ZHIYUN continues to redefine smartphone videography, empowering content creators and smartphone users to unlock their creativity and capture stunning moments with ease.

AI-Driven Precision Tracking and Intelligent Algorithms

The SMOOTH 5S AI features intelligent algorithms, enabling precise and accurate subject tracking. These advanced algorithms continually adjust the gimbal based on the subject’s movements, ensuring consistently sharp and clear footage. Users make professional-grade video effortlessly – always in focus and blur-free.

AI Tracker for Seamless Tracking Shots

The SMOOTH 5S AI has an advanced AI tracker, with a magnetic attachment that allows it to be swiftly rotated to control a smartphone’s front or rear camera. With intuitive gesture control, users can easily manage tracking functions. The tracker allows simple hand gestures to start and stop shooting via ZHIYUN’s ZY Cami App, or by directly controlling a smartphone camera, as well as controlling custom framing and tracking. This makes long-distance solo video recording effortless and helps users capture wonderful moments that would normally be missed.

Orthogonal 3-Axis Structure for Unlimited Movement

ZHIYUN leads the industry with its classic orthogonal 3-axis structure, providing true 360° rotation, and immersive visual effects such as “Vortex Mode”. It delivers incredibly smooth and stable shots, whether capturing fast-paced action or calm cinematic scenes. Traditional 3-axis gimbals – which often do not have such complete movement flexibility – unexpectedly freeze and let users down when they want to create the most powerful and dramatic professional effects like low-to-high transitions, 360° barrel shots, and so on.

All-in-One Control Panel for Seamless Control

The SMOOTH 5S AI features easy-to-reach tactile controls that provide the kind of professional parameter adjustments normally found on high-end cameras. These physical controls – buttons, dials, joysticks, switches, and so on – ensure users can quickly choose exactly the settings they need for the best shot, without taking their eyes off the action.

Stylish, Practical, Sturdy Materials

ZHIYUN’s sleek new visual design elevates the aesthetics of the SMOOTH 5S AI. The axis arms are crafted with textured translucent material to enhance the sensory experience. The handle’s gradient texture and silicone coating improve grip and comfort. The SMOOTH 5S AI provides both aesthetic appeal and ergonomic functionality.

Integrated Fill Lights Bring Out the Beauty

The SMOOTH 5S AI’s built-in high-power fill light boasts an impressive peak illuminance of 680 lux. Two additional magnetically-attached fill lights can add their power to provide a combined peak illuminance of 2040 lux – rivaling even dedicated pocket-sized fill lights. Subjects are clearly but sensitively illuminated, capturing every detail while making them look their best.

StaCam & ZY Cami Apps – Essential Assistants

ZHIYUN’s ZY Cami and StaCam Apps cater to differing user needs. ZY Cami gets any user up and running fast, with convenient and efficient videography via a range of smart shooting functions. StaCam helps users fully unleash their creativity, empowering them to explore new frontiers of visual expression with advanced professional features like guides, focus peaking, zebra stripes, and LUT. Whether users are professional photographers or enthusiasts, ZHIYUN’s apps will empower and inspire them.

Learn more

Recommended pricing (MSRP)

SMOOTH 5S AI Standard $169
SMOOTH 5S AI COMBO (with AI Tracker) $219
SMOOTH 5S AI PRO (with AI Tracker, Magnetic Lights, Storage Bag) $249

Where to buy

Available online from the ZHIYUN store and ZHIYUN Amazon store.

ZHIYUN Store:

https://geni.us/SM5SAI

Amazon:

https://geni.us/AMZ-5SAI-FLL

Shout! TV Presents Killer Fish Weekend

2024/06/27

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Movie News, News

Plunge into the ocean’s murky depths to find shark hybrids, deadly piranhas, fish-men, and more with Shout! TV’s Killer Fish Weekend, a binge-worthy marathon of cult classics streaming on Shout! TV and Scream Factory TV on July 12-14.

Sink your teeth into a delicious array of titles on Shout! TV and Scream Factory TV including Piranha (1978 and 1995), Sharktopus Vs. Pteracuda (featuring a cameo from Conan O’Brien), Sharkansas Women’s Prison Massacre (have you ever seen a shark walk on land?), and Lords Of The Deep (co-produced by Roger Corman). See the full marathon schedule below.

The Killer Fish Weekend marathon can be viewed on Shout! TV and Scream Factory TV; as well as the Shout! TV app on Roku, Android, Apple TV, and Amazon Fire TV; and the following digital streaming platforms – Samsung TV Plus, Amazon Freevee, Local Now, Plex, Sling Freestream, LG Channels, available on LG Smart TVs, Fubo, XUMO and LiveTVx, available on Google devices. Scream Factory TV is available to stream on The CW.

SHOUT! TV & SCREAM FACTORY TV PROGRAMMING SCHEDULE:

Friday 7/12

2:30 PM PT / 5:30 PM ET: Sharknado: Feeding Frenzy
4 PM PT / 7 PM ET: MST3K: Devil Fish
6 PM PT / 9 PM ET: Piranha (1978)
8 PM PT / 11 PM ET: Killer Fish: Deadly Treasure Of The Piranha
10 PM PT / 1 AM ET: Sharkansas: Women’s Prison Massacre

Saturday 7/13

12 AM PT / 3 AM ET: Slithis
2 AM PT / 5 AM ET: Piranha
4 AM PT / 7 AM ET: September Storm
6 AM PT / 9 AM ET: MST3K: Blood Waters of Dr. Z
8 AM PT / 11 AM ET: Piranhaconda
9:30 AM PT / 12:30 PM ET: Sharktopus vs. Pteracuda
11:30 PM PT / 2:30 PM ET: Sharktopus vs. Whalewolf
1:30 PM PT / 4:30 PM ET: Elvira’s Movie Macabre: Monstroid
3:30 PM PT / 6:30 PM ET: Piranha (1995)
5 PM PT / 8 PM ET: Piranha (1978)
7 PM PT / 10 PM PT: Sharkansas Women’s Prison Massacre
9 PM PT / 12 AM ET: Sharknado: Feeding Frenzy
10:30 PM / 1:30 AM ET: Lords of the Deep

Sunday 7/14

12 AM PT / 3 AM ET: Piranhaconda
1:30 AM PT / 4:30 AM ET: Piranha (1995)
3 AM PT/ 6 AM ET: MST3K: Devil Fish
5 AM PT / 8 AM ET: Slithis
7 AM PT / 10 AM ET: Elvira’s Movie Macabre: Monstroid
9 AM PT / 12 PM ET: Demon Of Paradise
11 AM PT / 2 PM ET: September Storm
1 PM PT / 4 PM ET: Killer Fish: Deadly Treasure Of The Piranha
3 PM PT / 6 PM ET: Sharktopus vs. Pteracuda
5 PM PT / 8 PM ET: Sharktopus vs. Whalewolf
7 PM PT / 10 PM PT: Piranha (1978)
9 PM PT / 12 AM ET: Piranha (1995)
10:30 PM PT / 1:30 AM ET: Terror Beneath The Sea

Deep Cuts Official Reveal Trailer

2024/06/27

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Halloween, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Publisher tinyBuild and developer Scythe Dev Team, the masterminds behind Happy’s Humble Burger Farm, revealed Deep Cuts, a cinematic horror VR rescue mission, during today’s UploadVR Showcase. Deep Cuts will arrive later this year on Meta Quest, with Steam VR and PSVR 2 support coming in 2025.

Following the success of Happy’s Humble’s Burger Farm, Scythe and tinyBuild return with yet another exhilarating horror experience, this time blending it with classic cinema in an all-new way only achievable in VR. Plunge into a messy physics-based action gameplay with highly interactive worlds, a hair-raising atmosphere, and a rich narrative.

Lights, camera, action! Filmmaker Elise Weber and best friend/creative partner Malcolm Micheaux enjoyed an illustrious career until their villainous cartoon creations went mad. As Elise, explore the Lights Camera Faction studio premises in hopes of saving Malcolm. Enter a series of blockbuster worlds based on the duo’s extensive film catalog alongside Bowie, the only sane cartoon character left.

Take Elise right into the heart of a movie set. Survive the ‘80s horror-inspired “Forsaken Festival”, fend off creatures in the ‘70s space thriller “Origin Drill”, or take a stroll through the Wild West in “Bastard Town”.

Each blockbuster world contains numerous interactable objects – grab a boom mic for an improvised weapon, fire off a prop machine gun, and discover hidden lore secrets. Solve intricate puzzles with the help of time manipulation abilities, and embrace the power of an ultimate Film Director!

“With Deep Cuts, we’ve harnessed every inch of the Meta Quest hardware to create an unmatched experience, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the physical VR medium,” said Kaleb Alfadda, Principal Technical Engineer, Director & Founder, Scythe Dev Team. “Our team meticulously optimized every aspect to ensure fluid performance and rich, detailed environments that truly bring the game to life. We’re excited to offer players an experience that fully exploits the potential of the hardware, setting a new bar for standalone VR.”

Deep Cuts premiers on Meta Quest later in 2024, with Steam VR and PSVR 2 following suite in 2025. It will support the English language.

For more information, visit Deep Cuts’ Meta page, follow @dev_scythe and @tinyBuild on X, and subscribe to the Scythe Dev Team’s YouTube channel.

Team 17 Group Confirms Participation at Gamescom 2024

2024/06/27

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Industry News, News

astragon Entertainment and Team17 Digital, both subsidiaries of Team17 Group plc, are excited to announce their joint participation at gamescom 2024 in Cologne, the world’s largest trade fair for interactive entertainment.

At their shared booth in Hall 6, visitors will find a range of simulation highlights from astragon Entertainment and a variety of popular indie games from Team17 Digital. The booth will feature numerous hands-on gaming opportunities as well as an engaging stage program, packed with this year’s top attractions.

At the business stand in Hall 4.2, press representatives and industry partners will have exclusive access to presentations and insights into the latest projects from all three Team17 Group plc subsidiaries astragon Entertainment, Team17 Digital, and StoryToys.

astragon Entertainment is known for its successful simulation brands such as Construction Simulator, Police Simulator: Patrol Officers, Bus Simulator, and Firefighting Simulator. Alongside these popular titles, the company publishes Railroads Online and offers a diverse array of distribution titles from global partners across various genres.

“For many years, gamescom has provided us with a valuable platform to showcase our new products to a global audience. We are excited to share our passion for simulation games with our community and visitors at our booth,” says Julia Pfiffer, Co-CEO of astragon Entertainment. “In the business area, we will offer space for engaging discussions with partners and media representatives about the industry, our current portfolio, and upcoming projects.”

Team17 Digital is responsible for publishing award-winning titles, including recent hits like Blasphemous, Dredge, Moving Out, and the Overcooked! franchise. With over 30 years in the industry, the company boasts a growing portfolio of games and successful first-party titles such as Hell Let Loose, The Escapists, Golf With Your Friends, and the iconic Worms series. At gamescom 2024, Team17 Digital will showcase a diverse selection of titles from its extensive catalog to visitors.

‘’Team17 are looking forward to a super successful Gamescom”, says Ann Hurley, General Manager of Team17. “We pride ourselves in having something for every type of gamer and so we will be sharing a plethora of indie titles on the show floor, whilst engaging with our business partners in the business hall. We’re excited to welcome you and everyone having a wonderful time.’’

We invite you to join us at gamescom 2024 from August 21 to 25 for an unforgettable experience of gaming excitement. This year’s games line-up will be announced soon.

Caligula: The Ultimate Cut 4K New Edit Limited Edition Boxed Set Announcement

2024/06/27

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Movie News, News

Canadian based distributor Unobstructed View has acquired the North American disc rights and all Canadian rights to Caligula: The Ultimate Cut, which premiered at Cannes last year as a completely new edit of the infamous 1980 original produced by Penthouse’s Bob Guccione.

The only place to experience The Ultimate Cut and a 4K restoration of the original 1980 theatrical version will be on a limited edition numbered UHD Boxed Set available on Unobstructed View’s company’s e-commerce site. U.S. based customers will have the added option to purchase from a small allotment on Diabolik.com. Releasing concurrently will be an additional Two-Disc Blu-ray set and a DVD version, with the Blu Ray including the restored original.

Caligula: The Ultimate Cut
Street Date: September 17, 2024.
VOD: October 18, 2024.

Caligula: The Ultimate Cut is a scene-by-scene reconfiguration of Tinto Brass’ controversial somewhat raunchy epic chronicling the Roman Empire’s most debauched emperor, starring Malcolm McDowell, Peter O’Toole and Helen Mirren. Among the new bonus features is a commentary from Ultimate Cut producer Thomas Negovan and editor Aaron Shaps. It is scheduled for theaters across North America on August 16 with Drafthouse Films handling US theatrical distribution. It will be screened in major markets across Canada in limited release. The four-disc UHD set is loaded with new and original bonus features and includes a CD of The Ultimate Cut’s soundtrack.

“We have been waiting for the right vehicle with which to amp up our US game and this film is it – notorious, rare and collectible,” says UV’s founder and President Jonathan Gross, who licensed UV’s rights from Drafthouse Films. “We are thrilled that Drafthouse Films has chosen to work with us. We are also thrilled to have Diabolik on board because they are a leading provider of curated home entertainment.”

Toronto-based Unobstructed View celebrated their 30th year in business last year. Their noteworthy history of US disc releases includes the Portlandia TV series, the Richard Lewis retrospective Bundle Of Nerves and the sports docs Facing Nolan and Rowdy.UV recently added former Kino Lorber Senior VP of Sales Alan Fergurson as a consultant to further help consolidate and grow UV’s US business. Says Gross, “Alan brings a lot to the table. We are honored to have a first ballot home entertainment hall-of-famer with us.”