Hard Copy: The Art and Soul of Dune Part Three Coming the December

Posted on 2026/07/21 by James

From the mind of visionary director Denis Villeneuve — who brought Frank Herbert’s celebrated novel Dune to life with Legendary and Warner Bros. Pictures — THE ART AND SOUL OF DUNE: PART THREE (Legendary Publishing; December 22, 2026) is a remarkable art book that includes exclusive interviews and stunning images from the upcoming third film!

Written by Stefanie Broos with Tanya Lapointe – a producer on all three Dune films – The Art and Soul of Dune: Part Three showcases the epic journey involved in bringing director Denis Villeneuve’s Dune trilogy to life. In this book, Broos & Lapointe share their experiences of working with Denis Villeneuve and witnessing the creative process behind the Dune trilogy firsthand. Offering exclusive access to the cast and crew, this is a must-have for cinephiles and fans of Frank Herbert’s Dune alike.

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Vids: Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment Announces Gone With the Wind on 4K UHD

Posted on 2026/07/20 by James

Gone with the Wind, one of the most celebrated motion pictures in cinematic history, will be available for purchase Digitally in 4K Ultra HD and on 4K UHD Blu-ray Disc on November 3.  The film quickly became an “Instant Classic” when it was first released over eighty-five years ago and now returns newly remastered with extraordinary picture and sound and includes new bonus content. 

Gone with the Wind received 10 Academy Awards© including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Actress, and Best Supporting Actress.  It remains history’s all-time domestic box-office champion (adjusted for inflation) with more tickets sold than any other film. In 1989 the Library of Congress selected the film for its inaugural list for preservation in the United States National Film Registry.

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Soundwaves: Varèse Sarabande Announces Picture-Disc Vinyl Edition for ‘Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)’

Posted on 2026/07/16 by James

Varèse Sarabande celebrates the beloved animated adventure Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit with a collectible picture-disc edition of the original motion picture soundtrack. Scored by Julian Nott, the album also features music from Rupert Gregson-Williams, James Dooley, Lorne Balfe, and Alastair King and is produced by legendary composer Hans Zimmer. Arriving on September 18, the album is available to pre-order today.

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Equipment: Hasbro and Nintendo Announce “Legend of Zelda” Toy Collaboration

Posted on 2026/07/16 by James

Hasbro, a leading games, IP and toy company, today announced a new licensing partnership with Nintendo to create products based on the popular Legend of Zelda franchise. This multi-year collaboration is set to begin in 2027, starting with the first reveals of three 6″ scale figures at San Diego Comic Con (July 23-26, 2026).  

“For decades, The Legend of Zelda franchise has captivated fans through its deep lore, unforgettable characters and enduring sense of discovery,” said Billy Lagor, President Toys and Board Games at Hasbro. “By combining Nintendo’s iconic storytelling with Hasbro’s leadership in action and role-play, we’re delivering toys that invite fans to play, explore and forge their own epic adventures.”  

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Soundwaves: Angelo Badalamenti’s Iconic ‘Blue Velvet’ Score Returns to Vinyl for 40th Anniversary

Posted on 2026/07/16 by James

Varèse Sarabande celebrates the 40th anniversary of David Lynch’s Blue Velvet with a reissue of its iconic soundtrack. Composed and conducted by Angelo Badalamenti, the atmospheric score not only marked the beginning of the artist’s influential creative partnership with Lynch but also served as his career breakthrough. Set for release on September 4th and available for pre-order today, this special reissue presents the 14-track album in a rainbow foil jacket, while fans can find the LP in a variety of limited-edition pressings: Yellow vinyl (exclusively at Amoeba Records), Blue (Barnes & Noble), Sandy Pink (Books-A-Million), Blue Sky Blend (Urban Outfitters), Silver & Blue Velvet (Brooklyn Vegan) and Silver at participating indie retailers. The album will also be reissued on CD and a 48-track digital deluxe edition.

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Soundwaves: Lakeshore Records is Releasing the Complete Stranger Things Score on Vinyl

Posted on 2026/07/16 by James

In celebration of the 10th anniversary of Netflix’s Stranger Things, Lakeshore Records is releasing an epic 17 LP set of the complete score to all five seasons of the iconic series with music by Emmy winning and Grammy nominated composers Kyle Dixon and Michael Stein. The albums are pressed on “Vecna’s Gate Vinyl” (Red and Orange colored vinyl), with gatefold jackets and full color inner sleeves. Stranger Things: All Seasons Vinyl Box Set is available for preorder beginning today, July 15 via The Orchard and at other outlets. The set will be in-stores on October 30.
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Hard Copy: New from Insight Editions Two Companion Books for Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey

Posted on 2026/07/11 by James

To coincide with Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey arriving in theaters worldwide on July 17, Insight Editions — in partnership with Universal Pictures and Syncopy — is announcing two official companion books that go behind the scenes of the film’s creation.

Insight Editions has a history of publishing some incredible behind-the-scenes books loved by cinephiles and casual fans alike. These companion books are filled with amazing photographs from both in front and behind the camera. These books are a perfect addition to any movie lover’s library.

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Soundwaves: Five Star Weekend Original Series Soundtrack Music by Jake Staley and Josh Kramon

Posted on 2026/07/11 by James

Lakeshore Records is set to release The Five-Star Weekend—Original Series Soundtrack digitally today, July 10, with an original score by composers Jake Staley and Josh Kramon.  The emotional and uplifting score enhances the character storylines that involve grief, friendship, pain, healing and personal growth. The Five-Star Weekend, produced by Universal Global Television, a division of Universal Studio Group, and starring Jennifer Garner, is streaming all episodes now on Peacock.

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Soundwaves: Little House on the Prairie Soundtrack from the Netflix Series Season. 1 Music by Dan Romer

Posted on 2026/07/11 by James

Lakeshore Records announces the release today of Little House on the Prairie—Soundtrack from the Netflix Series Season 1 featuring original music by Emmy-nominated Dan Romer. The evocatively orchestrated score is augmented with traditional American instrumentation that capture the pioneering spirit of the adaptation of the series based on Laura Ingalls Wilder’s beloved books. The CBS Studios production show run by Rebecca Sonnenshine and starring Alice Halsey and Luke Bracey, is streaming now on Netflix.

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Equipment: Hasbro Kicks off Spooky Season Early with New Star Wars: The Black Series Halloween Figures

Posted on 2026/07/04 by James

Holiday themed Star Wars action figures have become quite popular in the last few years. These Black Series figures bring a little bit of “A galaxy, far, far away” to Christmas, Easter, Valentine’s Day and of course, Halloween. Even though Halloween is over 100 days, Hasbro unleashed a new wave of goblins and ghouls from another galaxy with all-new STAR WARS: THE BLACK SERIES Halloween figures such as:

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