Lego Batman hits DVD on June 13th, and brings back the egocentric, broody Batman (Will Arnett) in all his conceited glory. Although Batman doesn't sing his theme song again, there are others that'll have you bopping and laughing along with, I mean how can one go wrong with white suits ala Backstreet Boys. After winning over audiences in The Lego movie, it was only a matter of time before Batman got his own movie, it's darker, and edgier than the Lego Movie, but lets face it, that's expected as a Batman movie and its just what we never knew we needed.

There are big changes brewing in Gotham, but if Batman wants to save the city from the Joker's (Zach Galifianakis) hostile takeover, he may have to drop the lone vigilante thing, try to work with others and maybe, just maybe, learn to lighten up. Maybe his superhero sidekick Robin (Michael Cera) and loyal butler Alfred (Ralph Fiennes) can show him a thing or two.

The Lego Batman Movie, like the Lego Movie before it, is smart, imaginative, and funny, with nonstop action. I mean a serious amount of action with villains not just from the DC universe, but pretty much every universe. And while it may take a darker turn than its predecessor, with the characters in constant peril, the stakes at an all-time high, the actual damage remains low and kid-friendly. Lego Batman doesn't take itself too seriously, going so far as to poke gentle fun at the broody “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice.” It's full of jokes and pop culture references that will keep adults just as entertained as the kids.

The animation is colorful and slick. The writing is inventive, proving that Legos remain fun for all ages, and the voice acting is so on point. Arnett stole the show as the Dark Knight in The Lego Movie, and he has no trouble stepping into the spot light and leading the show here. His deep voice is hypnotic while Cera's higher pitched Dick Grayson/Robin is perfectly perky, naive and hilariously pant less for most of the flick. Rosario Dawson's Barbara Gordon/Batgirl plays the cool tough-chick that you reluctantly like. Fiennes is the perfect balance of droll and fatherly while remaining vastly amusing; and Galifianakis brings a fresh quirk to his menacing Joker.

Lego Batman is pretty irresistible. It's fun and zany, with a great message about family and trust without delving into the off-putting real world that the Lego movie ventured into. It's not without its flaws. The movie while fun and enjoyable is a full length toy ad. It doesn't deliver the big feels that movies like Inside Out does, but it is full of distinct, memorable characters, plenty of growth and more laughs than should be legal for a kids movie.

The Blu-ray and DVD both have a bevy of features including 4 animated shorts, and a slew of deleted scenes. While the animated shorts are pretty funny, my favorite being “Batman Is Just Not That Into You” featuring Harley and Joker in a daytime talk show format, the deleted scenes were definitely deleted for a reason.

Now the reason that all of you are really here. Warner Brothers Home Entertainment has been nice enough to give us three (3!) copies of Lego Batman on Blu-ray/DVD/Digital HD to giveaway to our lovely readers. To enter: Send an email to giveaways@museled.com Subject: Lego Batman with your name and address.

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“Action-Packed and Full of Heart”

--Access Hollywood

DON’T MISS THE HILARIOUS FAMILY ADVENTURE OF THE YEAR WHEN

THE LEGO® BATMAN MOVIE

ARRIVES ONTO ULTRA HD BLU-RAY™ COMBO PACK, BLU-RAY 3D COMBO PACK, BLU-RAY™ COMBO PACK, DVD AND DIGITAL HD FROM 

WARNER BROS. HOME ENTERTAINMENT

Own it early on Digital HD on May 19

Blu-ray debuts on June 13

Burbank, CA, April 11, 2017 – Bring home the year’s funniest family adventure when “The LEGO® Batman Movie,” arrives onto Ultra HD Blu-ray Combo Pack, Blu-ray 3D Combo Pack, Blu-ray Combo Pack, DVD and Digital HD. The film features Will Arnett who reprises his starring role from “The LEGO Movie,” as the voice of LEGO Batman, aka Bruce Wayne.

The film also features Zach Galifianakis (the “Hangover” films, “Muppets Most Wanted”) starring as The Joker; Michael Cera (TV’s “Arrested Development”) as the orphan Dick Grayson; Rosario Dawson (TV’s “Daredevil”) as Barbara Gordon; and Ralph Fiennes (the “Harry Potter” films) as Alfred.

“The LEGO Batman Movie” is directed by Chris McKay, and produced by Dan Lin, Phil Lord, Christopher Miller and Roy Lee, who worked together on “The LEGO Movie.” Jill Wilfert, Matthew Ashton, Will Allegra and Brad Lewis serve as executive producers. The story by Seth Grahame-Smith is based on LEGO Construction Toys characters from DC and the screenplay is written by Seth Grahame-Smith, Chris McKenna, Erik Sommers, Jared Stern and John Whittington.

“The LEGO Batman Movie” will be available on Ultra HD Blu-ray Combo Pack for $44.95, Blu-ray 3D Combo Pack for $44.95, Blu-ray Combo Pack for $35.99 and 2-disc DVD Special Edition for $28.98. The Ultra HD Blu-ray features an Ultra HD Blu-ray disc with the film in 4K with HDR, a Blu-ray disc of the film in high definition, and a digital version of the film in Digital HD with UltraViolet*.The Blu-ray 3D Combo Pack features the theatrical version of the film in 3D hi-definition, hi-definition and standard definition; the Blu-ray Combo Pack features the theatrical version of the film in hi-definition on Blu-ray; and the DVD features the theatrical version in standard definition. All versions include a digital version of the movie in Digital HD with UltraViolet.* Fans can also own “The LEGO Batman Movie” via purchase from digital retailers beginning May 19.

Additionally, all of the special features, including interviews with filmmakers, new original shorts, featurettes, deleted scenes and 360° videos, can be experienced in an entirely new, dynamic and immersive manner on tablets and mobile phones using the Warner Bros. Movies All Access App, available for both iOS and Android devices. When purchased digitally and redeemed on UltraViolet, the Warner Bros. Movies All Access App allows users to watch the movie and simultaneously experience synchronized content related to any scene, simply by rotating their device. Synchronized content is presented on the same screen while the movie is playing, thus enabling users to quickly learn more about any scene, such as actor biographies, scene locations, fun trivia, or image galleries. Also, users can share movie clips with friends on social media and experience other immersive content. The Movies All Access app is available for download on the iTunes App Store and Google Play Store.

The Blu-ray discs of “The LEGO Batman Movie” will feature a Dolby Atmos® soundtrack remixed specifically for the home theater environment to place and move audio anywhere in the room, including overhead. To experience Dolby Atmos at home, a Dolby Atmos enabled AV receiver and additional speakers are required, or a Dolby Atmos enabled sound bar; however, Dolby Atmos soundtracks are also fully backward compatible with traditional audio configurations and legacy home entertainment equipment.

SYNOPSIS

In the irreverent spirit of fun that made “The LEGO Movie” a worldwide phenomenon, the self-described leading man of that ensemble—LEGO Batman—stars in his own big-screen adventure. But there are big changes brewing in Gotham City, and if he wants to save the city from The Joker’s hostile takeover, Batman may have to drop the lone vigilante thing, try to work with others and maybe, just maybe, learn to lighten up.  

BLU-RAY AND DVD ELEMENTS

“The LEGO Batman Movie” Ultra HD Blu-ray Combo Pack, 3D Blu-ray and Blu-ray Combo Pack contains the following special features:

·         Original Animation Shorts

o   Dark Hoser

o   Batman is Just Not That Into You

o   Cooking with Alfred

o   Movie Sound Effects: How Do They Do That?

·         The Master: A LEGO Ninjago Short

·         Deleted Scenes

·         Featurettes

o   One Brick at a Time: Making the Lego Batman Movie

o   Inside Wayne Manor

o   Brick by Brick: Making of the LEGO Batman

o   Behind the Brick

o   Me and My Mini Fig

o   Comic Con Panel

·         Rebrick Contest Winners

·         Film Trailers

·         Lego Life Trailer

·         Social Promos

o   Follow Me Online

o   Don't Skip

o   Happy Holidays Jingle

o   Batsby New Year's

o   Team Cutdown

·         Director and Crew Commentary

“The LEGO Batman Movie” Standard Definition DVD contains the following special features:

·         Original Animation Shorts

o   Dark Hoser

o   Batman is Just Not That Into You

o   Cooking with Alfred

o   Movie Sound Effects: How Do They Do That?

·         The Master: A LEGO Ninjago Short

·         Deleted Scenes

·         Featurettes

o   One Brick at a Time: Making the Lego Batman Movie

o   Inside Wayne Manor

o   Brick by Brick: Making of the LEGO Batman

o   Behind the Brick

o   Me and My Mini Fig

o   Comic Con Panel

·         Rebrick Contest Winners

·         Film Trailers

·         Lego Life Trailer

·         Social Promos

o   Follow Me Online

o   Don't Skip

o   Happy Holidays Jingle

o   Batsby New Year's

o   Team Cutdown

·         Director and Crew Commentary

DIGITAL DISTRIBUTION ELEMENTS

On May 19, “The LEGO Batman Movie” will be available to own for streaming and download to watch anywhere in high definition and standard definition on favorite devices from select digital retailers including Amazon, CinemaNow, Fandango Now, iTunes, PlayStation, Vudu, Xbox and others. It will also be available for streaming in 4K Ultra HD from select digital retailers including Vudu and Google Play. On June 13, “The LEGO Batman Movie” will be made available digitally on Video On Demand services from cable and satellite providers, and on select gaming consoles.

ABOUT DIGITAL HD WITH ULTRAVIOLET

*Digital HD with UltraViolet allows fans to watch a digital version of their movie or TV show anywhere, on their favorite devices. Digital HD with UltraViolet is included with the purchase of specially marked Blu-ray discs. Digital HD with UltraViolet allows consumers to instantly stream and download movies and TV shows to TVs, computers, tablets and smartphones through UltraViolet retail services like CinemaNow, Fandango Now, Vudu and more. For more information on compatible devices go to wb.com/ultravioletdevices. Consult an UltraViolet Retailer for details and requirements and for a list of HD-compatible devices.

BASICS

PRODUCT                                                                            SRP

Ultra HD Blu-ray                                                                    $44.95

3D Blu-ray Combo Pack                                                         $44.95

Blu-ray                                                                                    $35.99

2-disc DVD Special Edition                                                   $28.98

Standard Street Date: June 13, 2017

EST Street Date: May 19, 2017

DVD Languages: English, Latin Spanish, Canadian French

BD Languages: English, Latin Spanish, Canadian French, Brazilian Portuguese

DVD Subtitles: English SDH, Latin Spanish, Parisian French, Canadian French

BD Subtitles: English, Latin Spanish, Parisian French, Canadian French, Brazilian Portuguese

Running Time: 104 minutes

Rating: Rated PG for rude humor and some action

Dolby Atmos®

THE CREDITS

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On behalf of Relativity Studios, we are pleased to share the TEASER POSTER for MASTERMINDS – opening in theaters nationwide on August 7th, 2015! The new action comedy was directed by Jared Hess (Napoleon Dynamite; Nacho Libre), and boasts an all-star cast including Zach Galifianakis, Owen Wilson, Kristen Wiig and Jason Sudeikis. Check out the poster NOW, and feel free to share with your readers. 

Also, be sure to catch the OFFICIAL TRAILER for MASTERMINDS when it airs TONIGHT during Comedy Central’s Roast of Justin Bieber at 10pm EST!

In this action comedy based on true events, directed by Jared Hess (Napoleon Dynamite; Nacho Libre), David Ghantt (Zach Galifianakis) discovers the true meaning of adventure far beyond his wildest dreams. He is an uncomplicated man stuck in a monotonous life. Day in and day out he drives an armored vehicle, transporting millions of other people’s money with no escape in sight. The only glimmer of excitement is his flirtatious work crush Kelly Campbell (Kristen Wiig) who soon lures him into the scheme of a lifetime. 

Along with a group of half-brained criminals led by Steve Chambers (Owen Wilson) and an absurdly faulted heist plan, David manages the impossible and makes off with $17 million in cash…only problem is he foolishly hands the money over to this wild group of double crossers and has been set up to take the fall. With the bandits blowing the millions on lavish and ridiculous luxuries, they leave behind a glaring trail of evidence. Now on the lam and in over his head, David must dodge the authorities, evade a hilarious hit man, Mike McKinney (Jason Sudeikis), and try to turn the tables on the ones he trusted most.

MASTERMINDS

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Release: August 7, 2015

Director: Jared Hess

Writers: Emily Spivey and Jody Hill & Danny R. McBride and Chris Bowman & Hubbel Palmer

Cast: Zach Galifianakis, Owen Wilson, Kristen Wiig, and Jason Sudeikis

Producers: Lorne Michaels, John Goldwyn

Co-Producers: Kenneth Halsband, D. Scott Lumpkin

Executive Producers: Ryan Kavanaugh, Tucker Tooley, Kevin Messick, Jody Hill, Danny R. McBride, Erin David, Ron Burkle, Jason Colbeck, Andrew Panay

Synopsis:

In this action comedy based on true events, directed by Jared Hess (Napoleon Dynamite; Nacho Libre), David Ghantt (Zach Galifianakis) discovers the true meaning of adventure far beyond his wildest dreams. He is an uncomplicated man stuck in a monotonous life. Day in and day out he drives an armored vehicle, transporting millions of other people’s money with no escape in sight. The only glimmer of excitement is his flirtatious work crush Kelly Campbell (Kristen Wiig) who soon lures him into the scheme of a lifetime. 

Along with a group of half-brained criminals led by Steve Chambers (Owen Wilson) and an absurdly faulted heist plan, David manages the impossible and makes off with $17 million in cash…only problem is he foolishly hands the money over to this wild group of double crossers and has been set up to take the fall. With the bandits blowing the millions on lavish and ridiculous luxuries, they leave behind a glaring trail of evidence. Now on the lam and in over his head, David must dodge the authorities, evade a hilarious hit man, Mike McKinney (Jason Sudeikis), and try to turn the tables on the ones he trusted most.

Masterminds will be released domestically on August 7th, 2015 by Relativity Studios.

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Relativity 

Hashtag: #Masterminds

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“(4 stars) One of the best films ever” (Steven Rea, The Philadelphia Inquirer)

“Birdman is “audacious, original, and bold” (Leonard Maltin, Indiewire.com)

Nominated for Nine Academy Awards^® Including “Best Picture”

Winner of a SAG Award for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture

Winner of two Golden Globes^® Including Best Actor in a Musical or Comedy, Best Screenplay

Winner of Darryl F. Zanuck PGA Award for Best Feature Film

On Digital HD™ Today -- Blu-ray™ and DVD February 17

LOS ANGELES, Calif. (February 3, 2015) – Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment, Fox Searchlight Pictures and Regency Enterprises invite audiences to take flight with a New Regency / M Productions / Le Grisbi production, BIRDMAN or (THE UNEXPECTED VIRTUE OF IGNORANCE) – winner of two Golden Globes^® Awards and 9 Academy Awards nominations, including Best Picture, the critically-acclaimed film soars onto Blu-ray™ and DVD February 17 and is now available on Digital HD™. “Daring, devastating, and howlingly funny; [with] Michael Keaton delivering the best performance of his career” (Peter Travers, Rolling Stone), BIRDMAN has been hailed as one of the most exciting and talked about films of 2014.

Directed, written and produced by Alejandro González Iñárritu, BIRDMAN tells the story of Riggan Thomson (Michael Keaton), (Batman, Robocop, Need For Speed) – famous for portraying an iconic superhero – as he struggles to mount a Broadway play. In the days leading up to opening night, he battles his ego and attempts to recover his family, his career, and himself. The film has enamoured critics and audiences alike with its technical achievements using a single shot concept and captivating performances from an all-star ensemble cast, which include Zach Galifianakis (The Hangover, Due Date, Dinner for Schmucks), Edward Norton (The Grand Budapest Hotel, Primal Fear, American History X), Andrea Riseborough (Oblivion, Shadow Dancer), Amy Ryan (Gone Baby Gone, Win Win),Emma Stone (The Help; Crazy, Stupid, Love, The Amazing Spiderman franchise) Naomi Watts (St. Vincent, The Impossible, King Kong) as well as breath-taking cinematography from Academy Award-winner Emmanuel Lubezki.

Featured on over 168 Top Ten lists, BIRDMAN has garnered attention worldwide and has received more than 200 nominations from such esteemed groups as the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences, receiving nine Academy Award nominations, including “Best Picture,” won two Golden Globe awards (“Best Performance by an Actor,” “Best Screenplay”), recipient of the Darryl F. Zanuck, Producer of the Year Award for Best Motion Picture as well as a Screen Actors Guild award (“Best Ensemble,”) and has also been nominated for six Spirit Awards, including “Best Feature.”) BIRDMAN has also earned nods from the American Film Institute, the National Board of Review and the New York Film Critics Online.

SPECIAL FEATURES (BLU-RAY)
●	Birdman: All-Access
●	A Conversation with Michael Keaton and Alejandro G. Iñárritu
●	Gallery: Chivo’s On-Set Photos

SPECIAL FEATURES (DVD)
●	Birdman: All-Access
●	Gallery: Chivo’s On-Set Photos

Highlighted features include never before seen interviews with Director Alejandro González Iñárritu and Michael Keaton, an intimate backstage peak from the Cast & Crew and a breath-taking selection of rare photographs from Cinematographer, Emmanuel Lubezki.

ABOUT TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX HOME ENTERTAINMENT
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BIRDMAN BLU-RAY
Street Date:	February 17, 2015
Screen Format:	2.35:1
Audio:	English DTSHD-MA 5.1
	English Descriptive Audio 5.1
	Spanish Dolby Digital 5.1
	French DTS 5.1
Subtitles:	English SDH, Spanish, French
Total Run Time:	119 min.
U.S. Rating:	R
Closed Captioned:	Yes

BIRDMAN DVD
Street Date:	February 17, 2015
Screen Format:	2.35:1
Audio:	English Dolby Digital 5.1
	English Descriptive Audio 5.1
	Spanish Surround Dolby Digital 2.0
	French Surround Dolby Digital 2.0
Subtitles:	English SDH, Spanish, French
Total Run Time:	119 min.
U.S. Rating:	R
Closed Captioned:	Yes

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