New on 4K Ultra HD: CLOUD ATLAS (2012) - SteelBook Collector's Edition

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Product Description: An epic story of humankind in which the actions and consequences of our lives impact one another throughout the past, present and future as one soul is shaped from a murderer into a savior and a single act of kindness ripples out for centuries to inspire a revolution. Based on the best-selling novel by David Mitchell.

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New on 4K Ultra HD: SPEED RACER (2008) Starring Emile Hirsch and Christina Ricci

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Product Description: The Wachowskis bring a classic anime to the big screen: Matthew Fox, John Goodman, Christina Ricci and Susan Sarandon star with Emile Hirsch as Speed Racer! Fearlessly hurtling down the track, careening around, over and through the competition in his thundering Mach 5, Speed Racer (Emile Hirsch) was born to race cars. But when Speed turns down a lucrative offer from Royalton Industries, he not only infuriates the company's maniacal owner (Roger Allam) but uncovers a terrible secret--some of the biggest races are being fixed by a handful of ruthless moguls! The only way for Speed to save his family's business and the sport he loves is to beat Royalton at his own game. With the support of his family (John Goodman and Academy Award winner Susan Sarandon) and his loyal girlfriend, Trixie (Christina Ricci), Speed teams with his one-time rival--the mysterious Racer X (Matthew Fox--"Lost")--to win the race that took his brother, Rex Racer's, life: the death-defying, cross-country rally known as The Crucible.

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New on Blu-ray & 4K: The Wachowski's BOUND (1996) Starring Jennifer Tilly and Gina Gershon

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Product Description: Before they blew the world’s mind with The Matrix, Lana and Lilly Wachowski delivered a jolt of pure pulp pleasure with their hyperstylish debut, which puts a deliciously sapphic spin on a crackerjack caper premise. When butch plumber Corky (Gina Gershon) catches the eye of alluring femme (fatale) Violet (Jennifer Tilly), little does she know she’s about to be drawn into both a torrid affair and a high-stakes heist that will pit the pair against the mob. With crackling dialogue, luscious neonoir cinematography, and live-wire performances by Gershon, Tilly, and Joe Pantoliano, Bound is a genre-reimagining joyride that keeps both the tension and the erotic heat rising through each crazily careening twist.

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THE MATRIX 5 In The Works With Drew Goddard as Writer and Director

Warner Bros is not alarmed by the box-office flop that was "The Matrix Resurrections", and will be moving forward with a new sequel. The fifth installment in "The Matrix" franchise is currently being developed with Oscar-nominated "The Martian" and "Cloverfield" scribe Drew Goddard set to write and direct. Goddard also wrote and directed "The Cabin in the Woods" and "Bad Times at the El Royale".

Lana Wachowski, who directed the previous entry in the series is on board as an executive producer. Plot details haven't been revealed, but Warner Bros. Motion Pictures president of production Jesse Ehrman teases that the story will advance the fantasy world without straying too far from what made the series a success. Here's what Ehrman had to say:

"Drew came to Warner Bros. with a new idea that we all believe would be an incredible way to continue the Matrix world, by both honoring what Lana and Lilly began over 25 years ago and offering a unique perspective based on his own love of the series and characters. The entire team at Warner Bros. Discovery is thrilled for Drew to be making this new ‘Matrix’ film, adding his vision to the cinematic canon the Wachowskis’ spent a quarter of a century building here at the studio."

Goddard said the following:

"It is not hyperbole to say ‘The Matrix’ films changed both cinema and my life. Lana and Lilly’s exquisite artistry inspires me on a daily basis, and I am beyond grateful for the chance to tell stories in their world".

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DVD, Blu-ray & 4K: THE MATRIX RESURRECTIONS (2021)

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Product Description: From visionary filmmaker Lana Wachowski comes The Matrix Resurrections, the long-awaited next chapter in the groundbreaking franchise that redefined a genre. The new film reunites original stars Keanu Reeves and Carrie-Anne Moss in the iconic roles they made famous: Neo and Trinity.

Return to a world of two realities: one, everyday life; the other, what lies behind it. To find out if his reality is a physical or mental construct, to truly know himself, Mr. Anderson will have to choose to follow the white rabbit once more. And if Thomas…Neo…has learned anything, it’s that choice, while an illusion, is still the only way out of – or into – the Matrix. Of course, Neo already knows what he has to do. But what he doesn’t yet know is the Matrix is stronger, more secure and more dangerous than ever before. Déjà vu.

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THE MATRIX RESURRECTIONS (2021) - Trailers, Clips, Featurettes, Images and Posters

"The Matrix Resurrections" is a sci-fi action film directed by Lana Wachowski from a script she co-wrote alongside "Cloud Atlas" writer David Mitchell and Aleksandar Hemon, writer of "The Lazarus Project".

The cast features franchise veterans Keanu Reeves, Carrie-Anne Moss, Lambert Wilson and Jada Pinkett Smith, and they are joined by Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Jessica Henwick, Jonathan Groff, Neil Patrick Harris, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, and Christina Ricci.

The film was released simultaneously in theaters and via HBO Max on December 22, 2021.

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Christina Ricci Has Joined the Cast of THE MATRIX 4

In an updated press kit from Warner Bros it has been revealed that Christina Ricci has joined the cast of the studio's untitled "The Matrix" sequel. Ricci previously worked with the Wachowskis on "Speed Racer". Her credits include films like "The Addams Family", "Casper", "Sleepy Hollow", "Monster" and "Black Snake Moan".

The fourth installment in the franchise will be directed by Lana Wachowski from a script she co-wrote alongside "Cloud Atlas" author David Mitchell, and Bosnian-American fiction writer, essayist, and critic Aleksander Hemon.

The cast already includes Keanu Reeves, Carrie-Anne Moss, Jada Pinkett Smith, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Jonathan Groff, Neil Patrick Harris, Jessica Henwick, Telma Hopkins, Eréndira Ibarra, Toby Onwumere, Max Riemelt, and Brian J. Smith.

"The Matrix 4" will be released in theaters and on HBO Max December 22, 2021.

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Priyanka Chopra in Final Talks to Join MATRIX 4

Priyanka Chopra Jonas ("Baywatch", "Quantico") is in final talks to join the cast of the fourth installment in the "Matrix" saga. The film will be directed by series co-creator Lana Wachowski.

The cast already includes franchise veterans Keanu Reeves and Carrie-Anne Moss, and newcomers Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Jessica Henwick, Toby Onwumere and Neil Patrick Harris, in as-yet unknown roles. There are also reports that Jada Pinkett-Smith and Lambert Wilson will reprise the roles of Niobe and The Merovingian, but nothing is official at the moment. The cast has been in fight training for weeks, and production is expected to begin soon in Northern California.

Chopra Jones will film "Matrix 4" concurrently with the upcoming Amazon series "Citadel". She recently starred in and co-produced the indie biopic "The Sky is Pink", and can next be seen in Netflix's "We Can Be Heroes", a Robert Rodriguez directed adaptation of "The White Tiger", the debut novel by Indian author Aravind Adiga.

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THE MATRIX 4 Greenlit With Keanu Reeves and Carrie-Anne Moss Set to Return

A new sequel to the highly successful and influential sci-fi trilogy "The Matrix" has been greenlit at Warner Bros. The announcement was made by the company's chairman Toby Emmerich.

The new installment will be co-written and directed by Lana Wachowski, and franchise stars Keanu Reeves and Carrie-Anne Moss will reprise their roles as Neo and Trinity, respectively. There is no word on how the role of Morpheus will be handled, as Laurence Fishburne doesn't appear to be reprising his role.

Wachowski is writing the screenplay alongside "The Lazarus Project" author Aleksandar Hemon and "Cloud Atlas" author David Mitchell. Production is expected to begin early 2020.

Warner Bros. Pictures and Village Roadshow Pictures will produce and globally distribute the film. In a statement, Emmerich said the following:

"We could not be more excited to be re-entering 'The Matrix' with Lana. Lana is a true visionary–a singular and original creative filmmaker–and we are thrilled that she is writing, directing and producing this new chapter in 'The Matrix' universe.".

Wachowski also spoke about the sequel:

"Many of the ideas Lilly and I explored 20 years ago about our reality are even more relevant now. I'm very happy to have these characters back in my life and grateful for another chance to work with my brilliant friends."

The original "Matrix" film is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, which will be marked by special screenings at select AMC locations starting on August 30.

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SENSE8 Series Finale Trailers, Featurettes, Images and Poster

The highly anticipated "Sense8" series finale has finally arrived. The special two-hour wrap-up was greenlit by Netflix after fans of the show assaulted the network with petitions and protests. The fans' influence was confirmed by series co-creator Lana Wachowski in a Twitter statement.

"Sense8" was created by Lana Wachowski, Lilly Wachowski and J. Michael Straczynski, and it stars Brian J. Smith, Tuppence Middleton, Doona Bae, Jamie Clayton, Tinda Desai, Max Riemelt, Miguel Angel Silvestre, Toby Onwumere and Freema Agyeman.

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SENSE8 Season 2 Trailers, Images and Poster

The second season of the sci-fi series "Sense8" premiered today in its entirety via Netflix. Created by The Wachowskis ("The Matrix") and J. Michael Straczynski ("Thor" writer), the series continues the adventures of Capheus (Toby Onwumere replacing Aml Ameen), Kala (Tina Desai), Lito (Miguel Angel Silvestre), Nomi (Jamie Clayton), Riley (Tuppence Middleton), Sun (Donna Bae), Will (Brian J. Smith) and Wolfgang (Max Riemelt), who are on the run from Whispers (Terrence Mann). The new season will also find our sensate protagonists interacting with other clusters.

While the first season was written by the Wachowskis and Straczynski and most episodes directed by the sisters, the second season finds Lilly Wachowski taking a break from writing, directing and executive producing, which marks a first in the sisters' entire career.

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SENSE8 Christmas Special Trailer and Season 2 Images

Following a rather secretive production, the second season of the Netflix sci-fi series "Sense8" has finally been announced along with an official synopsis and a few images. All 10 episodes of the new season will be launched on Friday, May 5, 2017. Not only that, but Netflix has revealed the existence of a two-hour Christmas Special that will stream globally on Friday, December 23rd, and you can check out the trailer after the jump.

The show was originally created by Lana Wachowski, Lilly Wachowski and Michael Straczynski, and it stars Toby Onwumere, Tina Desai, Miguel Angel Silvestre, Jamie Clayton, Tuppence Middleton, Donna Bae, Brian J. Smith and Max Riemelt.

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DVD & Blu-Ray: JUPITER ASCENDING (2015)

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Product Description: From the streets of Chicago to far flung galaxies whirling through space, Jupiter Ascending is a science fiction epic adventure that follows the downtrodden Jupiter Jones (Mila Kunis -- Black Swan), who's destined for greatness. When a genetically engineered ex-military hunter Caine (Channing Tatum -- Magic Mike) tracks her down, she starts to glimpse the fate waiting for her all along -- her genetic signature marking her as next in line for an extraordinary inheritance that could alter the balance of the cosmos. Lana and Andy Wachowski (The Matrix films, Cloud Atlas) take us on another visionary journey into the unknown. Also starring Sean Bean (Game of Thrones), Eddie Redmayne (Les Misérables) and Douglas Booth (Noah), this sci-fi thrill-ride will expand your universe. The battle for our world begins with her.

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SENSE8 Trailer and Images

The first trailer and images for the Netflix series "Sense8" have been released. The show has been created by J. Michael Straczynski, Andy Wachowski and Lana Wachowski, and it focuses on a group of people around the world who are suddenly linked mentally, and must find a way to survive being hunted by those who see them as a threat to the world's order. The trailer is quite interesting and displays some of the usual Wachowski action and visuals, but hopefully none of the convoluted plotting of "Jupiter Ascending". The show stars Brian J. Smith, Tuppence Middleton, Naveen Andrews, Jamie Clayton, Miguel Angel Silvestre, Terrence Mann, Tina Desai, Doona Bae, Aml Ameen and Max Riemelt.

All 12 episodes of "Sense8" will premiere on June 5th.

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5 New Clips for JUPITER ASCENDING Starring Mila Kunis and Channing Tatum

Today we have five new clips for The Wachowski Siblings' wonderful sci-fi epic "Jupiter Ascending". Of course, wonderful might be an overstatement since early reviews seem to indicate that the movie is a mess, but it's no doubt an epicly wonderful mess. I would rather just remain positive until I see it, but I suppose there's not much hope left that this won't be anything but a misfire, both with critics and at the box-office. But I will probably like it anyway, because say what you will about the Wachowskis, but they don't do anything halfway. The film stars Mila Kunis, Channing Tatum, Sean Bean, Eddie Redmayne, Douglas Booth, Tuppence Middleton, James D’Arcy, Tim Pigott-Smith and Doona Bae.

"Jupiter Ascending" opens in theaters on February 6, 2015.

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JUPITER ASCENDING Soundtrack (Michael Giacchino)

Composer
Michael Giacchino

Total Time:
53:21 (Disc 1)
49:45 (Disc 2)
103:06 (Total)

Label
WaterTower Music

Format:
CD, MP3

Release Date
February 3, 2015

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5 New Comic Book Style JUPITER ASCENDING Posters

Five new awesome-looking posters for "Jupiter Ascending" have been released online. Written and directed by Andy and Lana Wachowski ("The Matrix Trilogy", "Cloud Atlas"), the film is a very original-looking space opera but has had some internal issues that determined the filmmakers and studio to delay its release by seven months. Even more alarming is the fact that early word from advanced screenings is that the film is pretty bad. Still, I loved every movie the Wachowskis ever made, and I'll probably enjoy this one as well. No matter how bad the film might be, the posters are gorgeous and perfectly capture the space opera vibe with a creative comic book style. The film stars Mila Kunis, Channing Tatum, Sean Bean, Eddie Redmayne, Douglas Booth, Tuppence Middleton, James D’Arcy, Tim Pigott-Smith and Doona Bae.

"Jupiter Ascending" opens in theaters on February 6, 2015.

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4 New JUPITER ASCENDING Character Posters

Four new character posters have been released for the sci-fi adventure "Jupiter Ascending". Andy and Lana Wachowski ("The Matrix Trilogy", "Cloud Atlas") wrote and directed the film which stars Mila Kunis as an immigrant who discovers she is destined to become the Queen of the Universe. The film also stars Channing Tatum, Sean Bean, Eddie Redmayne, Douglas Booth, Tuppence Middleton, James D’Arcy, Tim Pigott-Smith and Doona Bae.

"Jupiter Ascending" opens in theaters on February 6, 2015.

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JUPITER ASCENDING - New International Trailer and Images

A new international trailer and a batch of images have been released for "Jupiter Ascending". Written and directed by Andy and Lana Wachowski, the creators of "The Matrix Trilogy" and "Cloud Atlas", the film tells the story of a Russian immigrant (Mila Kunis) who discovers she is destined to become the Queen of the Universe and a genetically engineered ex-military hunter (Channing Tatum) who must protect her. The trailer still manages to find new footage to show without being too spoilery, although it does hint at Sean Bean having a hidden agenda, possibly a villainous one. The film also stars Eddie Redmayne, Douglas Booth, Tuppence Middleton, James D’Arcy, Tim Pigott-Smith and Doona Bae.

"Jupiter Ascending" opens in theaters on February 6, 2015.

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New Trailer & Posters for JUPITER ASCENDING Starring Channing Tatum and Mila Kunis

The second official trailer and two new posters have been released for the upcoming sci-fi actioner "Jupiter Ascending" written and directed by Lana and Andy Wachowski ("The Matrix" trilogy, "Cloud Atlas"). The film stars Mila Kunis as Jupiter Jones, a Russian immigrant who discovers she is destined to become the Queen of the Universe, and Channing Tatum stars as a genetically engineered ex-military hunter tasked with tracking her. Sean Bean, Eddie Redmayne, Douglas Booth, Tuppence Middleton, James D’Arcy, Tim Pigott-Smith and Doona Bae also star.

"Jupiter Ascending" opens in theaters on July 18, 2014 (2D, 3D and IMAX 3D).

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