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Warner Archive announces the release of all 114 Tom and Jerry animated shorts produced by Hanna-Barbera at MGM between 1940-1958, completely uncut and uncensored in a definitive collection coming December 9th.

• Comprehensive six-disc Blu-ray collection from Warner Archive features the entire Hanna-Barbera Tom and Jerry library in chronological order
• Special features include two new documentaries: "Animal Hijinx: The Friends and Foes of Tom" and "Lady of the House: The Story of Mammy Two Shoes"
• The set includes 20 audio commentaries, HD excerpts from "Anchors Aweigh" and "Dangerous When Wet," and a 28-page booklet
• DVD version will be available at select retailers while the deluxe Blu-ray set will be available from online retailers carrying Warner Archive products
• George Feltenstein and Jerry Beck discuss the importance of presenting these cartoons uncensored as they were originally created for theatrical release
• This release corrects issues from previous attempts, including the canceled Golden Collection Volume 2 from 2013
• The cartoons have been restored using the best available elements despite the original negatives being lost in a 1978 fire

Pre‑order link for Tom & Jerry Golden Era Anthology Collection Blu-ray

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We announce a special collaborative 4K UHD release of "The Curse of Frankenstein" from Warner Archive and Hammer Films, coming October 14th. This landmark partnership brings together both companies' archival resources to create the definitive presentation of this horror classic that established Hammer as a leading force in the genre.

• Warner Archive and Hammer Films partnering on a deluxe release of The Curse of Frankenstein
• 4K UHD edition ($34.99) includes three aspect ratios: 1.66, 1.85, and open matte 1.37
• Comprehensive special features including new commentaries and a nostalgic Super 8mm abridgment
• Separate three-disc Blu-ray edition also available ($29.99) with extensive bonus content
• Original mono audio preserved with new Dolby Atmos and 5.1 surround sound options
Pre-orders are not yet available.

CORRECTION: There is NO ATMOS.  The original information George was told was incorrect.  The graphic in the video is correct and is listed below:
Audio Specs: Original Theatrical DTS-HD MA 2.0 Mono and NEW DTS-HD MA 5.1 surround formats.

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George Feltenstein joins host Tim Millard to announce the September Blu-ray releases from Warner Archive. The lineup includes five films from various eras, all receiving meticulous 4K restorations that dramatically improve their visual and audio quality.

• Beast of the City (1932): Jean Harlow's breakout film as a leading lady, an MGM attempt at Warner-style gangster pictures, with a new master from 4K scans of preservation elements
• The Beggar's Opera (1953): Technicolor British film starring Laurence Olivier in a singing role, based on a 1728 operetta that later inspired Brecht's "Threepenny Opera"
• Black Samson (1974): Fan-favorite blaxploitation film with a musical score by Alan Toussaint, scanned from original camera negative
• I Died a Thousand Times (1955): CinemaScope remake of "High Sierra" starring Jack Palance and Shelley Winters
• Touché Turtle and Dum-Dum: Complete series of 52 Hanna-Barbera cartoons, never before released in its entirety

Also announced are three multi-film Blu-ray collections coming September 2nd: a six-film Errol Flynn collection, a four-film Greta Garbo collection, and a four-film 1950s sci-fi collection, all offering excellent value at approximately $10 per film.

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Touche Turtle and Dum Dum: The Complete Series Blu-ray
THE BEAST OF THE CITY (1932) Blu-ray

I Died A Thousand Times Blu-ray

The Beggar's Opera Blu-ray

Black Samson Blu-ray

Errol Flynn 6-Film Collection

Greta Garbo - 4 Film Collection

50's SCI-FI - 4 Film Collection

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George Feltenstein joins Tim Millard to discuss the Warner Archive's June Blu-ray releases, spanning from 1938 to 1961 and featuring newly restored classics across multiple genres.

• The Citadel (1938) stars Robert Donat as a doctor whose idealism is tested when he moves from a Welsh mining town to wealthy London practice
• A Date with Judy (1948) showcases Jane Powell and Elizabeth Taylor in a vibrant Technicolor musical with restored color that eliminates previous transfer issues
• The Enchanted Cottage (1945) tells the story of a disfigured war veteran and plain young woman whose love transforms how they see each other
• Executive Suite (1954) features an all-star cast including William Holden and Barbara Stanwyck in a corporate drama that remains relevant today
• His Kind of Woman (1951) pairs Robert Mitchum and Jane Russell in a noir that transforms into comedy when Vincent Price's character appears
• Splendor in the Grass (1961) presents Natalie Wood's powerful performance and Warren Beatty's screen debut in Elia Kazan's emotionally raw drama about young love
• All releases feature 4K scans from original camera negatives, with Warner Archive addressing previous transfer issues
• Many releases include period-appropriate shorts, cartoons, radio adaptations, and other special features that enhance the viewing experience

Amazon purchase links:

HIS KIND OF WOMAN (1951)

SPLENDOR IN THE GRASS (1961)

EXECUTIVE SUITE (1954)

A DATE WITH JUDY (1948)

THE ENCHANTED COTTAGE (1945)

THE CITADEL (1938)

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Warner Archive's George Feltenstein discusses the stunning new 4K UHD and Blu-ray restoration of MGM's 1956 musical "High Society" starring Bing Crosby, Grace Kelly, and Frank Sinatra with Louis Armstrong.

Purchase links:

HIGH SOCIETY (1956) 4K&Blu-ray Combo Pack

HIGH SOCIETY (1956) Blu-ray

EPISODE DETAILS:
• VistaVision's horizontal filming process presented unique challenges for scanning and restoration
• Original film negatives were scanned using specialized Director scanners adapted specifically for horizontal use
• Audio restoration utilized original six-track pre-recordings to create authentic multi-channel sound
• Finding and preserving the original stereophonic music recordings was crucial to the restoration process
• "High Society" was MGM's highest-grossing film of 1956 despite strong competition
• Louis Armstrong functions as a Greek chorus throughout the film, with Bing Crosby having roots in jazz
• Grace Kelly's final Hollywood film before becoming Princess of Monaco shows her comedic talents
• Director Charles Walters moved from Broadway dancer to MGM choreographer to successful director
• Special features include behind-the-scenes material, audio promos, and the appropriate "Millionaire Droopy" cartoon
• Warner Archive's commitment to high-quality 4K releases continues with more titles planned

Check out Warner Archive's Facebook page for more information and updates on upcoming releases.

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George Feltenstein announces the Warner Archive's August releases, featuring a diverse lineup including classic dramas, a Technicolor musical, a John Ford film, a 4K crime thriller, and a complete Hanna-Barbera series.

• "The Hard Way" (1943) starring Ida Lupino in possibly her finest performance as a driven woman advancing her sister's career
• "That Midnight Kiss" (1949) introducing Mario Lanza alongside Catherine Grayson in a Technicolor musical about classical music
• "Intruder in the Dust" (1949) addressing racism and lynching in the South with Juano Hernandez in a powerful social drama
• "Seven Women" (1966), John Ford's final film about female missionaries in 1935 China starring Anne Bancroft
• "Get Carter" (1971) on 4K UHD featuring Michael Caine as a ruthless killer, restored in partnership with the British Film Institute
• The complete "Huckleberry Hound Show" on 11 Blu-ray discs, featuring all 68 episodes as originally broadcast from 1958-1962

Check out the Warner Archive Facebook page for pre-order information and release dates for all these titles. Currently pre-orders are not yet available.

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We continue our deep dive into the Looney Tunes Collector's Vault Volume 1 Blu-ray with animation historian Jerry Beck and Warner Archive's George Feltenstein, exploring the treasures of Disc 2 and the evolution of iconic characters.

• Disc 2 features beloved characters and fan favorites, contrasting with Disc 1's more collector-focused rarities
• The 1937 "Porky's Duck Hunt" introduced the world to Daffy Duck and marked the beginning of Warner's irreverent cartoon style
• Daffy Duck cartoons like "Birth of a Notion" showcase the character at his screwiest, paired with a terrifying Peter Lorre caricature
• Warner Brothers cartoons broke the fourth wall and created an interactive experience unlike Disney's more polished approach
• First appearances of beloved characters like Speedy Gonzales and Yosemite Sam are included in this collection
• Warner Archive hints at potential for a Volume 2 release depending on the commercial success of Volume 1

Purchase Links: Looney Tunes Collector's Vault Vol. 1

Also available:  Looney Tunes Platinum Collection Vol. 1 (Blu-ray)

Looney Tunes Platinum Collection Vol. 2 (Blu-ray)

Part 1 discussion on YouTube

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Animation historian Jerry Beck and George Feltenstein of the Warner Archive officially "open the vault" in this broad review of disc one of the recently released Looney Tunes Collector's Vault Volume 1. Our far-ranging discussion includes a history of the last 35 years of Looney Tunes restoration, debunking of some restoration myths, select reviews, and Jerry's shocking "cartoons in a porno theater" story. When Jerry and George talk animation, you know it's going to be fun, informative, and always full of a few surprises. Looney Tunes super-fans, this is one podcast you don't want to miss!

Purchase Links: Looney Tunes Collector's Vault Vol. 1

Also discussed:  Looney Tunes Platinum Collection Vol. 1 (Blu-ray)

Looney Tunes Platinum Collection Vol. 2 (Blu-ray)

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Producer and author Michael Stradford (Black to the Movies) and George Feltenstein of Warner Bros. join the podcast for a fun discussion of director Gordon Parks Jr.'s, THREE THE HARD WAY ('74), starring Jim Brown, Fred Williamson, and Jim Kelly in their first and only team-up for a film.  We also talk about three other Blaxploitation classics of the 1970s: HITMAN ('72) starring Bernie Casey & Pam Grier, BLACK EYE ('74) starring Fred Williamson, Rosemary Forsyth, and Teresa Graves, and BLACK BELT JONES('74) starring Jim Kelly and Gloria Hendry. Our far-ranging discussion covers the missing footage that has been restored to THREE THE HARD WAY, and the impact these films had on popular culture.

All four films were recently remastered in HD by Warner Bros. Motion Picture Imaging and released by the Warner Archive for the first time on Blu-ray, featuring stunning picture and sound quality.  They have never looked or sounded better. 

Includes audio clips from the Trailers and episodes.

Purchase links:

THREE THE HARD WAY (1974) Blu-ray

HIT MAN (1972) Blu-ray

BLACK EYE (1974) Blu-ray

BLACK BELT JONES (1974) Blu-ray

Author/producer Michael Stradford on Facebook

Gizmoe Press web page

BLACK TO THE MOVIES book

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The Warner Archive Collection announces an eclectic lineup of eight Blu-ray releases coming in July, spanning multiple decades and genres with restorations from original camera negatives.

• William Conrad's "Brainstorm" (1965) starring Jeff Hunter in a psychological thriller with a new 4K scan
• Michael Curtiz's "Brightleaf" (1950) with Gary Cooper and Lauren Bacall as tobacco barons in the 1890s
• Vincent Minnelli's "The Cobweb" (1955), a controversial mental institution drama with Richard Widmark and Lauren Bacall
• "Knights of the Round Table" (1953), MGM's first CinemaScope production with Robert Taylor and Ava Gardner
• "Melinda" (1972), an African-American produced urban drama featuring a young Jim Kelly before Enter the Dragon
• "The Prisoner of Zenda" (1952), a Technicolor remake with Stewart Granger, Deborah Kerr, and James Mason
• "They Died With Their Boots On" (1941), the final Flynn/de Havilland collaboration with newly discovered footage
• "Two Weeks With Love" (1950), featuring Jane Powell, Ricardo Montalban, and Debbie Reynolds' breakout performance

All titles feature stunning 4K scans with various extras including period-appropriate shorts, cartoons, and interviews. 

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