Disney drama: Four new titles come to Blu-ray July 3

Look for "Phenomenon," "Under a Tuscan Sun," "The Horse Whisperer," and "Step Up" next month.

James

Plath

First online:

Wednesday, June 20, 2012 - 7:59pm

Four more dramas come to Blu-ray for the first time from Disney on July 3: "Phenomenon," "Under the Tuscan Sun," "The Horse Whisperer," and "Step Up." Of interest to fans is that several of them previously issued in pan-and-scan will now be in widescreen.

"PHENOMENON"
Experience the critically-acclaimed film, "Phenomenon" – available on Blu-rayfor the first time, featuring an incredible new digital restoration with enhanced picture and sound. Academy Award nominee John Travolta (Best Actor, 1994, "Pulp Fiction") leads a stellar cast, including Kyra Sedgwick, Forest Whitaker, and Robert Duvall, in this uplifting story of an ordinary man transformed by extraordinary events.

Synopsis:
On the night of his 37th birthday, George Malley (Travolta) is knocked to the ground by a mysterious, blinding light and develops amazing mental abilities. With his newfound knowledge, George astounds everyone in town, but comes to realize that his wondrous experience has changed him and all those around him forever.

Cast:
John Travolta ("Saturday Night Fever"), Kyra Sedgwick ("Singles"), Robert Duvall ("Apocalypse Now"), Forest Whitaker ("The Last King of Scotland"), Jeffrey DeMunn ("Shawshank Redemption")

Director:
Jon Turteltaub ("National Treasure" films)

SRP:
1 Disc Blu-ray: $20.00 U.S./Canada

Rating:
U.S.: PG For Language And Mild Sensuality
Canada: PG (applies to film content only)

Feature Run Time:
Approximately 123 minutes

Aspect Ratio:
2.35:1 (1080p High Definition)

Audio:
English: 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio, Spanish: 2.0 Dolby Digital

Subtitles:
English SDH, French, Spanish

"UNDER THE TUSCAN SUN"
Experience the inspiring romantic comedy starring Academy Award nominee Diane Lane (Best Actress, 2002, Unfaithful) for the first time on Blu-ray, featuring an all-new digital restoration with enhanced picture and sound.

Synopsis:
Based on the #1 New York Times best-selling book, "Under The Tuscan Sun" follows San Francisco writer Frances Mayes (Lane) on a ten-day trip to Tuscany. Once there, she is captivated by the beautiful Italian countryside, and impulsively buys an aging, but charming villa. Fully embracing new friends and local color, Frances finds herself immersed in a life-changing adventure filled with enough unexpected surprises, laughter, and romance torestore her new home – and her belief in second chances. Enjoy every breathtaking moment in stunning Blu-ray high definition.

Cast:
Diane Lane ("Secretariat"), Raoul Bova ("The Tourist"), Sandra Oh (“Grey’s Anatomy”), Lindsay Duncan ("Alice in Wonderland"), Vincent Riotta ("The Dark Knight")

Director:
Audrey Wells ("Guinevere")

SRP:
1 Disc Blu-ray: $20.00 U.S.

Rating:
U.S.: PG-13 For Sexual Content And Language
Canada: PG (applies to film content only)

Feature Run Time:
Approximately 113 minutes

Bonus Features:
Deleted Scenes, “Tuscany 101,” Audio Commentary with Director Audrey Wells

Aspect Ratio:
1.85:1 (1080p High Definition)

Audio:
English: 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio, French: 5.1 Dolby Digital, Spanish: 2.0 Dolby Digital

Subtitles:
English SDH, French, Spanish

"THE HORSE WHISPERER"
Relive every heartwarming moment of "The Horse Whisperer," presented for the first time on Blu-ray, featuring new digital restoration with enhanced picture and sound. Academy Award winner Robert Redford (Best Director, 1980, "Ordinary People"), Academy Award nominee Kristin Scott Thomas (Best Actress, 1996, "The English Patient"), Sam Neill, and Scarlett Johansson star in a landmark motion picture for the entire family.

Synopsis:
After a devastating riding accident, a young girl and her beloved horse are left with serious physical and emotional scars. When her mother calls on the “Horse Whisperer” to help, she meets a rugged rancher who not only has an extraordinary gift with animals, but also an ability to enrich the lives of people around him. Enjoy this majestic film like never before on Blu-ray.

Cast:
Robert Redford ("OrdinaryPeople"), Kristin Scott Thomas ("The English Patient"), Scarlett Johansson ("Avengers"), Sam Neill ("Jurassic Park"), Dianne Wiest ("I Am Sam"), Chris Cooper ("The Muppets")

Director:
Robert Redford ("The Legend of Bagger Vance")

SRP:
1 Disc Blu-ray: $20.00 U.S./Canada

Rating:
U.S.: PG-13 For A Disturbing Accident Scene
Canada: PG (applies to film content only)

Feature Run Time:
Approximately 169 minutes

Bonus Features:
Production Featurette, Robert Redford Featurette, Buck Brannaman Featurette, Music Video

Aspect Ratio:
2.35:1 (1080p High Definition)

Audio:
English: 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio, French: 5.1 Dolby Digital, Spanish: 2.0 Dolby Digital

Subtitles:
English SDH, French, Spanish

"STEP UP"
Experience the dynamic dancing and awesome music of "Step Up" – now on Blu-ray for the first time with an all-new digital restoration and enhanced picture and sound. Channing Tatum ("21 Jump Street") sizzles as Tyler Gage, a streetwise hunk with areckless streak, in this exhilarating movie about never giving up on your dreams. When Tyler is sentenced to do community service at a school for the performing arts, he wants nothing to do with their world…until he meets a beautiful dancer who gives him a chance and helps him discover his astonishing pure talent. Featuring the incredible music of Yung Joc, Sean Paul, Chris Brown, Kelis, Mario and Ciara, Step Up explodes on Blu-ray High Definition. Relive every electrifying moment today!

Cast:
Channing Tatum ("21 Jump Street," "Dear John"), Jenna Dewan-Tatum ("Take The Lead"), Rachel Griffiths ("Hilary and Jackie,"“Six Feet Under”), Mario ("Freedom Writers," R&B singer), Damaine Radcliff ("Glory Road")

Director:
Anne Fletcher ("The Proposal," "27 Dresses")

SRP:
1-Disc Blu-ray: $20.00 U.S./Canada

Rating:
U.S.: PG-13 For Thematic Elements, Brief Violence And Innuendo
Canada: PG (applies to film content only)

Feature Run Time:
Approximately 103 minutes

Bonus Features:
Deleted Scenes, Bloopers, Making the Moves, Music Videos, Audio Commentary With Channing Tatum, Jenna Dewan-Tatum and Director/Choreographer Anne Fletcher

Aspect Ratio:
2.35:1 (1080p High Definition)

Audio:
English: 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio, French: 5.1 Dolby Digital, Spanish: 5.1 Dolby Digital

Languages/Subtitles:
English SDH, French, Spanish