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Blu Ray Movies With New And Better Features
By Sylvia Adolvana
You may have been thinking that Blu ray movies has
disappeared as another passing fad. Yet it turns out,
the creators are looking for more ways to maximize their
content and improve their technology.
"Consumer adoption of Blu-ray continues to grow
at a very steady pace," Bob Chapek, President of
Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment, said in a press
release this month. "The 3-D theatrical market
has been very successful this year.
We are just now seeing all of the true capabilities
of 3-D and with Blu-ray disc’s superior technical
characteristics, as well as the broad industry support
of the format; it makes it the ideal packaged media
platform for 3-D home entertainment." Soon, they
say, you will be able to buy movies, like Tim Burton’s
Nightmare Before Christmas and Harry Potter, that came
out in 3-D.
Many New Features With Blu Ray Technologies
Some consumers may feel irritated that they’re expected
to buy a new machine to play new movies. Yet, the shift
has been gradual to calm dissent and there are many
great features that Blu ray technology offers.
For instance, creators are looking at releasing DVDs
with a re-writable storage section so consumers can
download updated bonus material (rather than buy anniversary
editions and subsequent releases).
Higher Definition Movies With Surround 7.0
Secondly, top movies will be seen in higher definition
and 7.0 Surround Sound (compared to the old Dolby Digital
5.0). Many people are choosing to buy the PlayStation3,
which plays Blu ray movies and also allows users to
surf the web, listen to music, store data and play video
games.
Blu ray disc players, particularly the PlayStation3,
are beginning to take off, but not many people want
to buy the PC drive to watch movies on their computers.
"People are soon going to realize that they’ll
have these collections at home, and will want to be
able to watch them on the go," argues Brian Zucker,
a technology strategist at Dell.
Cost Of Blu Ray Discs Coming Down
"Often, the best possible viewing screen is the
one on their computer." Now that the cost of these
discs is coming down, it seems people are willing to
buy Blu ray movies now. "It’s cheaper than three
years ago, when it would cost $300 or $400, but it might
still be holding people back," Zucker admits.
If you’re looking to start a Blu ray movies disc collection,
here are some of the top new movies to consider. Braveheart
was released in the new format September 1st, offering
viewers special features like interactive timelines
with videos, images and text; a behind-the-scenes look
at production; the historical places, people and events
behind the story of Scotland’s greatest patriot; new
interviews with cast and crew; a featurette about Smithfield,
the site of William Wallace’s execution; and 3-D models
of Falkirk and Bannockburn, where military strategies,
topography, weapons, troop movements and leadership
information can be assessed. "Gladiator" is
another must-own motion picture.
The Blu ray version includes audio commentary; trivia;
behind-the-scenes footage exploring historical ties
to key scenes; the ability to "tag" favorite
scenes throughout the movie, which they can learn more
about with disc 2; a documentary with Enhanced Viewing
Mode to access special interviews; an HBO special; a
Learning Channel special; a featurette about the soundtrack;
the personal diary of the actor who played Lucius; storyboard
and costume galleries; and shot deconstruction with
visual effects artists.
About the Author:
Sylvia Adolvana has written articles on digital photography
and software including Bridal
Portraits, Wedding
Announcements, Red
Eye in Portraits, Photo
Balloons, Photo
Albums, Photo
Enhancement, Small
Digital Cameras, Create
DVDs, DVD
Burner Software, Family
Web Site, Graphic
Design.
Keep a lookout as more articles are added from this
popular author on this website in the near future.
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