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Gladiator, Braveheart, Gump Get Blu-ray Dates and Details
Posted June 22, 2009 04:57 AM by Juan Calonge
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After weeks of intense speculation, Paramount Home Entertainment has finally disclosed the Blu-ray release dates and edition details for three of its most-awaited catalog releases, all Best Picture Oscar winners: 'Gladiator' and 'Braveheart' will both street on September 1, whereas 'Forrest Gump' will hit store shelves on November 3.
These will be the first three titles in Paramount's new "Sapphire Series". The Sapphire Series will capitalize on the pristine picture and sound of the Blu-ray format to present each cinematic gem in the highest quality for the first time in two-disc, high definition sets.
Gladiator Blu-ray Details
The Blu-ray presentation will include both the original theatrical version of the film as well as the extended version in 1080p High Definition with English 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio, French 5.1 Dolby Digital and Spanish 5.1 Dolby Digital, as well as English, English SDH, French, Spanish and Korean subtitles.
The two-disc set also will feature over four hours of bonus material including, but not limited to, the following:
- Audio Commentary: Two separate commentaries accompany the original theatrical version and extended version of the film.
- The Scrolls of Knowledge: The original trivia track has been newly enhanced with focus points allowing viewers to access a series of new behind-the-scenes featurettes exploring key scenes and how they relate to the historical accuracy depicted in the film. The extended version of the film also includes a deleted scene marker.
- Visions From Elysium: Topic Marker: Viewers can tag moments of interest throughout either version of the film, allowing them to create "shopping lists" of topics to learn more about. Thanks to the Blu-ray player's memory, the topics will automatically be loaded when Disc 2 is inserted, giving viewers immediate access to featurettes and galleries of interest.
- Strength and Honor: Creating The World of Gladiator: The definitive documentary on the origin, production and impact of the Oscar(R)-winning classic. The documentary includes an all-new Enhanced Viewing Mode allowing viewers access to additional interviews and behind-the-scenes material.
- The Making of Gladiator: HBO First Look special.
- Gladiator Games: The Roman Bloodsport: Learning Channel special.
- Hans Zimmer: Scoring Gladiator: An exploration of the rousing soundtrack.
- My Gladiator Journal: Personal diary of the young actor who played Lucius.
- Image & Design: Featurettes and galleries covering the production design, storyboards, costumes and more.
- Abandoned Sequences & Deleted Scenes
- VFX Explorations: Germania & Rome: Shot deconstruction with the visual effects artists.
Braveheart Blu-ray Details
The film will be presented in 1080p High Definition with English 5.1 Dolby TrueHD, French 5.1 Dolby Digital and Spanish 5.1 Dolby Digital and English, English SDH, French and Spanish subtitles.
Among the more than two hours of new special features to be included on Braveheart are:
- Interactive Timelines: Three distinct timelines featuring a combination of video, images, text and audio that can be accessed linearly or randomly.
- Production: A comprehensive chronology of the motion picture from conception through theatrical release, from a behind-the-scenes point of view.
- Historical: Chronological modules feature Scotland's greatest patriot, along with historical places, figures and events surrounding his life and struggle.
- Fiction: A comprehensive timeline identifying the chronological events of the film.
- Braveheart: A Look Back: Features new interviews with members of the cast and crew reminiscing about their experiences making the film and its enduring impact on cinema.
- Smithfield: Medieval Killing Fields: Relates the remarkable history of Smithfield, which for centuries was regularly filled with the roars of crowds, regal fanfares and rowdy games. Smithfield is also known as the site of William Wallace's execution, along with other terrifying spectacles when heretics, rebels and criminals were put to death.
- Battlefields of the Scottish Rebellion: Two major Scottish battlefields, Falkirk and Bannockburn, will be presented as 3D models that can be explored for further investigation into the military strategies and timetables employed in each. Topography, weapons, troop movements, and leadership data can also be accessed. An alternate playing mode will allow the story of each battle to unfold in an "automated" fashion, much like the interactive dioramas displayed at historical site museums around the world.
Forrest Gump
Celebrating its 15th anniversary in 2009, 'Forrest Gump' will feature new material including a brand new roundtable discussion. More details will follow later in the year.
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Source: Blu-ray.com |
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GC Riot
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Jun 22, 2009
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Finally! Getting all three day one for sure! |
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edDvedD
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Jun 22, 2009
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great news...cant wait for all titles to release... |
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LeBougre
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Jun 22, 2009
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SO Huge !
Both Gladiator and Braveheart on the same day ! |
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GoodToGo
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Jun 22, 2009
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September is going to be one serious month for Blu ray fans. Gladiator, Braveheart, Gump, Star Trek Movies. Cant wait for them |
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Polyh3dron
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Jun 22, 2009
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Maybe Juan can't reveal his source because it's someone on the inside that would be fired if they were revealed. |
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Stuart_Larkin
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Jun 22, 2009
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Will get Forrest Gump day one, Braveheart eventually... Dunno if i would ever get Gladiator, I never saw the extended cut but the one that was in theaters didn't really impress me. |
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Shanester
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Jun 22, 2009
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YES!!!
No were talkin' some serious kick ass titles!!
All 3 will be added to the BR collection |
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david2189
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Jun 22, 2009
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UK Release Date PLEASE ! |
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aiman04
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Jun 22, 2009
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For Gladiator it says "Usually ships in 1 to 3 weeks" at Amazon? |
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gamer4eva
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Jun 22, 2009
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OMG Braveheart and Forrest Gump NICE!!!!!!!!!!! |
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cvm
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Jun 22, 2009
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Gladiator I will get! :-) |
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BrahmaBull1969
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Jun 22, 2009
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Gump and Braveheart for me.....no Gladiator |
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DrrnHarr
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Jun 22, 2009
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Being Scottish-American (born and raised in Scotland and naturalized American) I will definately be picking up Braveheart on Blu-ray. Over an hour of never before seen conten I am positively salivating at the prospect. |
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amason
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Jun 22, 2009
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That’s weird; I got an email from Amazon saying Gladiator was going to ship in July. I just check and its estimated arrival is July 7-14. Wonder if I will get it then. |
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EvolutionCherry
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Jun 22, 2009
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RUN FOREST!...and I'm getting Braveheart too. |
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BluRay2344
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Jun 22, 2009
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ill be buying Gladiator and Forrest gump im hoping they get awesome video and audio! |
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