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At the Movies: 9 High-Def Titles with Hidden Features
Sure, high-definition Blu-ray discs have super-sharp video quality. But there's more on those discs than simply entertainment. We grudgingly ate a few pounds of popcorn, watched a few hundred films and ascertained which discs most effectively show off the funky extras studios are including with today's DVDs. From live content to owners-only Web sites to meet-the-directors exclusives, these are the DVDs most likely to impress your friends.
- The Watchmen on Blu-ray comes with a digital copy that you can transfer to and watch on your computer—or even transfer it to an iPod. The disc also includes Maximum Movie Mode, which is the closest thing to actually having the director with you in your living room, walking you through the movie.read moreWarner Home VideoShare
- The “ultimate” T2 version for the videophile, the T2 Complete Collector's Set is the best this film has ever looked ... outside the theater, that is. With lossless Dolby 6.0 audio, the movie's never sounded better either. The BD-Live interactive menus allow viewers to play trivia games and take quizzes while watching the film—and it has truly great packaging.read moreLionsgateShare
- J.J. Abrams’ Star Trek contains over three hours of behind-the-scenes features, including branching pods that allow for more in-depth exploration, plus a Starfleet Vessel Simulator that renders 360-degree views and close-ups, a digital copy of the movie, and access to the latest news from NASA via BD-Live. Available November 17, 2009.read moreParamountShare
- Snow White on Blu-ray Disc is sure to entertain the ankle-biters in your life. Keep yourself sane as you watch it for the hundredth time by losing yourself in the premium hi-tech features, personalized encounters and interactive abilities beyond just the film itself. Interactive BD-Live features include the iconic Magic Mirror that personally greets your little viewers by name, and an interactive game that can actually call viewers on the telephone and leave a personalized message.read moreWalt Disney Home EntertainmentShare
- Looking for simply the best video to show off that ungodly expensive television? Shot entirely in HD, using 40 cameramen filming across 200 locations, Planet Earth is one of the greatest documentaries ever produced. The movement and images were captured so pristinely that you will feel as if you are immersed in every moment.read moreBBCShare
- This adrenaline-charged action thriller features a ground-breaking iPhone and iPod touch-enabled function powered by BD-Live. Fast & Furious Blu-ray offers viewers the ability through their devices to enter the "Virtual Car Garage," where they can control 360-degree views of the film's built-for-speed street racers and punch up exclusive technical auto specs for an unprecedented interactive experience.read moreUniversalShare
- Interactive digital features are neat, to be sure. But when given the right technologies, it's amazing to see what movie studios can do with good video. This documentary was filmed in 24 countries on six continents in the 70mm format; recently restored, it's the only movie ever transferred with an 8K HD Scan, preserving all the extra detail gained by that jumbo 70mm film.read more
- The latest in the X-Men franchise is the first-ever movie released featuring Live Lookup, an interactive BD-Live technology that gives fans access to up-to-date filmographies and information related to the film via IMDb. What's Hugh Jackman done lately? Pop the disc in and find out! There’s also a fun featurette called "Weapon X Mutant Files," which chronicles 10 characters from the world of Wolverine through interviews and clips.read moreFox Home EntertainmentShare
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At the Movies: 9 High-Def Titles with Hidden Features
Sure, high-definition Blu-ray discs have super-sharp video quality. But there's more on those discs than simply entertainment. We grudgingly ate a few pounds of popcorn, watched a few hundred films and ascertained which discs most effectively show off the funky extras studios are including with today's DVDs. From live content to owners-only Web sites to meet-the-directors exclusives, these are the DVDs most likely to impress your friends.
- At the Movies: 9 High-Def Titles with Hidden Features