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'Amityville: The Awakening' Set to Stream for Free on Google Play Before Hitting Theaters[teaser]A new family is moving into 112 Ocean Avenue this October.[/teaser] Google and Dimension Films have announced plans to debut Amityville: The Awakening free of charge for a limited time exclusively through Google Play on October 12. Following its streaming premiere, the movie will then hit select theaters on October 28. The film follows Belle (Bella Thorne) and her family after they move into their new home, but when strange phenomena begin to occur in the house, Belle begins to suspect her mother (Jennifer Jason Leigh) isn’t telling her everything. She soon realizes they just moved into the infamous Amityville house where between illusion and reality lies evil. And in anticipation for the film's upcoming release, Dimension has shared a new clip from the movie. Check it out below! Amityville: The Awakening is written and directed by Franck Khalfoun (Maniac, P2), and stars Bella Thorne (Famous in Love, Scream, Shake It Up), Jennifer Jason Leigh (The Hateful Eight, Anomalisa, Single White Female), Cameron Monaghan (Shameless, Gotham, The Giver, Vampire Academy), Taylor Spreitler (Melissa & Joey, Days of Our Lives), Mckenna Grace (Gifted, Designated Survivor) and Jennifer Morrison (Once Upon A Time). Jason Blum of Blumhouse Productions (Get Out, The Purge, Insidious, Paranormal Activity) serves as producer along with Daniel Farrands (The Haunting in Connecticut) and Casey La Scala (Donnie Darko, The Remaining). The movie will be available to stream for free through Google Play in the US and Canada from October 12 to November 8, 2017. In addition to Amityville: The Awakening, Google Play also recently offered a similar limited time free streaming window for Lionsgate's Rememory starring Peter Dinklage, Julia Ormond, Anton Yelchin, and Henry Ian Cusick. Source: Dimension FilmsPosted Thu Sep 21, 2017 at 02:40 PM PDT by: -
Netflix Releases Trailer for Marvel's 'The Punisher'[teaser]Frank Castle will seek vengeance on Netflix later this year.[/teaser] Following an initial teaser, Netflix has released a full trailer for Marvel's The Punisher. The series stars Jon Bernthal as Frank Castle, reprising the role he originated on Daredevil. Steve Lightfoot (Hannibal) and Jeph Loeb serve as the show's Executive Producers. After exacting revenge on those responsible for the death of his wife and children, Frank Castle (Jon Bernthal) uncovers a conspiracy that runs far deeper than New York’s criminal underworld. Now known throughout the city as The Punisher, he must discover the truth about injustices that affect more than his family alone. Check out the official trailer below! "We want to thank the fans who are clamoring for more of Jon's stunning and powerful performance as Frank Castle from ‘Marvel’s Daredevil," said Executive Producer/Head of Marvel TV, Jeph Loeb, "Now combined with Showrunner Steve Lightfoot's compelling writing, we're thrilled to bring Marvel's The Punisher to Netflix." The Punisher is now the sixth Marvel series set to debut on Netflix, following Daredevil, the Peabody Award-winning Jessica Jones, Luke Cage, Iron Fist, and the team-up mini-series The Defenders. Executive Producer Steve Lightfoot also serves as showrunner and writer for the series' first two episodes. In addition to Jon Bernthal, the show also features Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Ben Barnes, and Jason R. Moore. Likewise, Deborah Ann Woll will star as Karen Paige, reprising her role from Daredevil. Marvel's The Punisher is produced by Marvel Television in association with ABC Studios for Netflix. An exact release date has not been announced yet, but the show is set to hit Netflix in 2017. A current Netflix subscription starts at $10 for HD streaming and $12 for Ultra HD streaming. Source: Netflix (YouTube)Posted Wed Sep 20, 2017 at 08:15 AM PDT by: -
Amazon Unveils New Fire HD 10 Tablet with 1080p Display and Alexa Support[teaser]The new Full HD Fire tablet is now available for pre-order.[/teaser] Amazon has announced its latest Fire HD tablet model. The next-gen Fire HD 10 features an improved display, updated specs, and several new features. "For less than $150, the all-new Fire HD 10 offers a beautiful 1080p Full HD display, faster performance, more storage, and up to 10 hours of battery life," said Kevin Keith, General Manager, Amazon Devices. "We're also excited to introduce Alexa hands-free for the first time on a Fire tablet. Now, you can ask Alexa to play a video, show you your calendar, dim the lights, and much more—using just your voice." The tablet features a 10.1” widescreen 1080p Full HD display with 224 ppi. Under the hood, the device is powered by a quad-core processor with up to 1.8 GHz and 2GB of RAM -- offering 2x the RAM and a 30% speed bump over the previous generation Fire HD 10 model. 32GB or 64GB internal storage options will be available, and the unit supports up to 256GB of additional storage through a microSD card. Front and rear facing cameras are integrated as well, along with dual stereo speakers and Dolby Atmos audio tech. In addition, the new Fire HD 10 will also be the first Fire tablet to include Alexa hands-free support, allowing users to play or pause a video, find music, set a timer, view calendars, and more through voice commands. Likewise, customers will be able to use Alexa on their tablet to control smart home devices from SmartThings, Insteon, ecobee, Wink, and more. Pre-orders for the Fire HD 10 are now live with prices starting at 149.99. Shipments are expected to begin on October 11. Source: AmazonPosted Tue Sep 19, 2017 at 04:25 PM PDT by: -
Hisense Launches R6 4K Roku TV Series[teaser]The company's latest Ultra HD TV line is available now.[/teaser] Hisense has announced the launched of its new R6 4K Roku Ultra HD TV Series. The lineup includes 50 inch, 55 inch, and 65 inch models. "At Hisense, we remain dedicated to offering the smart TV experience consumers demand, and really see our 4K Hisense Roku TV models as a vital piece," says Mark Viken, Hisense USA Vice President of Marketing. "Combining the Roku OS with our highly-regarded 4K picture technology gives consumers the ability to experience the best entertainment in its most beautiful form." The R6 Series displays feature Ultra HD LED panels with support for HDR (high dynamic range) processing, Motion Rate 120, and UHD Upscaling. Likewise, the TVs incorporate the Roku OS smart TV platform with access to access to 5,000 streaming channels with 500,000 movies and TV episodes. In addition, the OS includes a Roku 4K Spotlight Channel highlighting available 4K and HDR content. Here's a full rundown of pricing and key specs per Hisense: - 50" MSRP: $449.99- 55" MSRP: $549.99- 65" MSRP: $799.99- HDR (viewing experience will vary by model, content availability and internet connection)- Motion rate 120- Runs the Roku OS - UHD Upscaler- Direct LED- 4K digital media player- DTS Studio Sound audio- Roku 4K Spotlight Channel - 5,000+ streaming channels - 500,000+ movies and TV episodes - Live TV Pause - Private listening and voice search via Roku mobile app - Headphone jack (wired) The Hisense 50 inch R6 4K Roku TV is now available at select Sam's Club stores and online through Samsclub.com. Source: Hisense via PR NewswirePosted Tue Sep 19, 2017 at 10:15 AM PDT by: -
Harman Reveals New Lexicon AV Receivers with Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and Dirac Live[teaser]Three new immersive audio components have been unveiled.[/teaser] Harman has announced the latest additions to its Lexicon lineup of AV products. The collection includes the RV-6 and RV-9 AV receivers, and the MC-10 AV processor. "Lexicon has a rich history in professional digital audio processing, and is found in the vast majority of world class recording studios," said Jim Garrett, Senior Director, Product Strategy and Planning, HARMAN Luxury Audio. "This Grammy winning pedigree is evident in the RV-6, RV-9 and MC-10 with proprietary Logic7 Immersion up mixer, which allows stereo and multi-channel source material to envelop the listener with a rich and natural three-dimensional sound taking full advantage of height speakers." The new Lexicon receivers feature support for Dolby Atmos and DTS:X immersive audio formats with 12 channels of decoding and 7 channels of amplification, along with Logic7 Immersion up mixer technology. Under the hood, the RV-6 and RV-9 use a 24bit /192k Cirrus CS42528 for A/D and D/A conversion, 114dB dynamic range, and -100 THD+N in and out. Likewise, the receivers include HDMI2.0a with HDCP2.2 connections for 4K Ultra HD and 3D video capability and Dolby Vision compatibility. Finally, the units also incorporate Dirac Live room correction tech, enabling users to correct the frequency response and impulse response of a room's loudspeakers. "At Harman, we strive to continuously upgrade and enhance our product lines to deliver customers a best-in-class experience," said Christopher M. Dragon, Senior Director Marketing, Lifestyle. "By incorporating Dirac Live into our new line-up of Lexicon AV receivers, the listening experience that we provide our customers is more refined and true-to-sound than ever before. We look forward a successful partnership between Dirac Research and our Lexicon brand." Pricing and availability for the upcoming Lexicon RV-6 and RV-9 AV receivers, and the MC-10 AV processor will be announced at a later date. Sources: Harman via Brand Definition, Dirac ResearchPosted Tue Sep 19, 2017 at 08:30 AM PDT by: -
Coming Soon to Streaming: 'Jack Ryan,' 'Fuller House,' and More[teaser]A teaser for Amazon's Jack Ryan and Netflix's Fuller House are among the latest streaming updates.[/teaser] Netflix and Amazon have released new trailers and other info for several of their upcoming shows and movies, including Fuller House, Our Souls at Night, Big Mouth, The Death and Life of Marsha P. Johnson, Kingdom of Us, Mudbound, Lady Bird, Lore and Jack Ryan. In addition, FandangoNow is currently offering a special $1.99 "Binge Month" promotion for select streaming titles. Check out a full rundown of the latest streaming news and trailers below: Fuller House: Season Three (Netflix, September 22) - In the spinoff series, Fuller House, life can take you into unexpected directions and also back into familiar territory when veterinarian and recently widowed D.J. Tanner-Fuller finds herself living in her childhood home with younger sister and aspiring musician Stephanie Tanner and DJ’s lifelong best friend/fellow single mother Kimmy Gibbler. The women reuniting to help support one another navigate careers, parenting and relationships with the kind of love and humor you can only get from the people you grew up with. Our Souls at Night (Netflix, September 29) - Based on the novel written by Kent Haruf and adapted for the screen by Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber (The Fault in Our Stars), Our Souls at Night is set in Colorado and begins when Addie Moore (Jane Fonda) pays an unexpected visit to a neighbor, Louis Waters (Robert Redford). Her husband died years ago, as did his wife, and in such a small town they’d been neighbors for decades, but had little contact. Their children live far away and they are all alone in their big houses. She seeks to establish a connection, and make the most of the rest of the time they have. Big Mouth (Netflix, September 29) - A 10-episode, half-hour edgy adult animated comedy from real-life best friends Nick Kroll and Andrew Goldberg about the glorious nightmare that is teenaged puberty. Comedian John Mulaney lends his voice to the character of Andrew, while Kroll (who serves as co-creator, executive producer) voices many including best friend Nick. Maya Rudolph, Jason Mantzoukas, Jordan Peele, Fred Armisen, Jenny Slate and Jessi Klein are among those who lend their voice to the series. The Death and Life of Marsha P. Johnson (Netflix, October 6) - Who killed Marsha P. Johnson? She was one of the icons of the gay rights movement in the 1960s, the self-described "street queen" of NY's gay ghetto, and founded the Transvestites Action Revolutionaries with fellow luminary Sylvia Rivera. When Johnson's body was found in the Hudson River in 1992, police called it a suicide and didn't investigate. In David France's new documentary, trans activist Victoria Cruz seeks to uncover the truth of her death while celebrating her legacy. Kingdom of Us (Netflix, October 13) - How does a traumatic event shape a family? How do you sift through the memories to find hidden clues and unlock a collective grief? Kingdom of Us takes a look at a mother and her seven children, whose father's suicide left them in financial ruin. Through home movies and raw moments, the Shanks family travels the rocky road towards hope. Mudbound (Netflix, November 17) - Set in the post-WWII South, Mudbound is an epic story of two families pitted against a barbaric social hierarchy and an unrelenting landscape as they simultaneously fight the battle at home and the battle abroad. The film is about friendship, unacknowledged heritage and the unending struggle for and against the land. Newly transplanted from the quiet civility of Memphis, the McAllan family is underprepared and overly hopeful for Henry's (Jason Clarke) grandiose farming dreams. Laura (Carey Mulligan) struggles to keep the faith in her husband's losing venture, meanwhile, for Hap (Rob Morgan) and Florence Jackson (Mary J. Blige), whose families have worked the land for generations, every day is a losing venture as they struggle bravely to build some small dream of their own. The war upends both families’ plans as their returning loved ones, Jamie (Garrett Hedlund) and Ronsel (Jason Mitchell) forge a fast, uneasy friendship that challenges them all Lady Bird (Netflix, Coming Soon) - Greta Gerwig reveals herself to be a bold new cinematic voice with her directorial debut, excavating both the humor and pathos in the turbulent bond between a mother and her teenage daughter. Christine “Lady Bird” McPherson (Saoirse Ronan) fights against but is exactly like her wildly loving, deeply opinionated and strong-willed mom (Laurie Metcalf), a nurse working tirelessly to keep her family afloat after Lady Bird's father (Tracy Letts) loses his job. Set in Sacramento, California in 2002, amidst a rapidly shifting American economic landscape, Lady Bird is an affecting look at the relationships that shape us, the beliefs that define us, and the unmatched beauty of a place called home. Lore (Amazon Prime Video, October 13) - From the executive producer of The Walking Dead and the executive producer of The X-Files, this anthology series brings to life Aaron Mahnke's "Lore" podcast and uncovers the real-life events that spawned our darkest nightmares. Blending dramatic scenes, animation, archive and narration, Lore reveals how our horror legends - such as vampires, werewolves and body snatchers - are rooted in truth. Jack Ryan (Amazon Prime Video, Coming Soon) - When CIA analyst Jack Ryan stumbles upon a suspicious series of bank transfers his search for answers pulls him from the safety of his desk job and catapults him into a deadly game of cat and mouse throughout Europe and the Middle East, with a rising terrorist figurehead preparing for a massive attack against the US and her allies. Finally, FandangoNOW has launched a $1.99 "Binge Month" rental sale on more than 6,000 films. Discounted titles include movies like Guardians of the Galaxy, Kingsman: The Secret Service, The Revenant, Gone Girl, Frozen, The Wolf of Wall Street, Star Wars: Rogue One, The Godfather, Jaws, E.T., Forrest Gump, and more. In addition, the service is also offering 25% off all TV seasons. Click here to check out all of the $1.99 titles. The sale will continue through the rest of September. - A current Netflix subscription starts at $10 per month for HD streaming and $12 per month for Ultra HD streaming. - A current Amazon Prime subscription costs $99 per year or $11 per month. Likewise, Prime Instant Video is available as a standalone service for $9 per month. Sources: Netflix (YouTube), Amazon (YouTube), FandangoNOWPosted Mon Sep 18, 2017 at 07:50 PM PDT by: -
This Week in Gear: New Portable Projection Screen, Comcast Adds YouTube to Xfinity X1, and More[teaser]We've compiled the latest gear news, including a new wireless projector screen and the arrival of YouTube on Xfinity DVRs.[/teaser] From product announcements and streaming app updates to general industry news and recent gear trends, keeping up with the latest tech news can be a daunting task. With that in mind, we're here to offer you a roundup of some of the latest gear and consumer electronics news that you may have missed. For this edition, we're covering the launch of Screen Innovations Solo wireless motorized projection screen, the addition of YouTube to the Comcast Xfinity platform, and Hulu updates for the Sony PS3 and PS4. So, without further ado, here's a rundown of some of the latest gear and tech news: Screen Innovations Reveals Solo Wireless Rollable Projector Screen Screen Innovations has announced the launch of its latest projector screen. The new Solo and Solo Pro serve as wireless, rollable, portable, motorized versions of the company's Zero Edge screen. "We have one goal." Said Ryan Gustafson, SI's President. "Create amazing experiences. We know if we accomplish that, our dealers will thrive." The Solo projector screen is completely wire-free and can be mounted almost anywhere. The screen features a small, lightweight form factor that can be carried in the palm of a user's hands, along with several designer mounting options, including quick release brackets, ceiling brackets, or even suction cups for windows, RVs or Airstreams. In addition, the device uses an intelligent, lithium-powered, rechargeable motor with a patent pending magnetic charging system for up to 500 recharge cycles and over two years of use on a single charge. "Probably the most beautiful thing about the screen is not actually the screen itself, but how it seamlessly fits into its environment, and more importantly, your control system," remarked Tom Cooley, SI’s COO. "We are capable of integrating with all of the major control ecosystems, even Amazon Echo for voice activated control. To top it off, we have engineered a new control device, Solo Control, which enables a wide array of I/O ports while maintaining a completely wireless connection to the screen." Solo screens will be available in Slate 1.2 ambient light rejecting material in 80 inch and 100 inch sizes. Meanwhile, the Solo Pro will be available in both variations of Slate and Pure, in standard and acoustically transparent versions, and 360 rear-pro flexible material viewable from both sides with sizes ranging from 80 inches to 120 inches. Likewise, Solo Pro will be offered in 12 color options hand-picked by designers. Screen Innovations' Solo is set to launch in November with prices starting at $1,600. Source: Screen Innovations Comcast Adds Integrated YouTube App to Xfinity X1 Devices Comcast and Google have announced the addition of integrated YouTube support on the Xfinity X1 platform. As part of the update, YouTube videos will be featured through the X1 YouTube app and throughout the Xfinity on Demand menu, alongside other on demand, live, DVR and web programming included with an Xfinity TV subscription. "Giving our customers seamless access to live, on demand and internet content in one place continues to be a key part of our strategy and we are excited to now add YouTube to the X1 experience," said Matt Strauss, Executive Vice President, Xfinity Services, Comcast Cable. "By adding billions of YouTube videos to our video platform, we are taking our role as the aggregator of aggregators to a new level and reaffirming that X1 is the best place to easily discover and access all types of entertainment with the sound of your voice." To access YouTube on the X1, users can simply open the YouTube app now found in the Apps and Networks section of their X1 device. Likewise, customers can also find YouTube content featured in the Xfinity On Demand section and users can even access YouTube videos via universal voice control with the X1 voice remote. In addition, once signed in, customers will be able to access their personalized YouTube settings and subscriptions. "The living room is YouTube's fastest growing platform. We are excited to supercharge our distribution there and bring Xfinity X1 users a seamless way to consume all of the content they love. Voice is a key enabler to discovery and we are looking forward to bringing it to Xfinity X1 users," said Robert Kyncl, Chief Business Officer, YouTube. In addition to YouTube, Comcast previously integrated the Netflix app into the Xfinity X1 platform. Sources: Comcast Hulu Brings Updated Interface to PS3 & PS4 Hulu has announced the launch of its new UI on the Sony PS3 and PS4. Hulu Subscribers with a PS3 or PS4 will be automatically upgraded to the updated interface, offering expanded personalization features. The new UI features support for creating personal profiles along with improved navigation features. Here's a rundown of the interface's updated categories per Hulu: - Home for the most timely and relevant content, specific to you based on your viewing history and preferences - My Stuff for the things you’ve selected to keep track of and will remember what you’ve already watched, what you have left to finish and let you know what’s expiring soon. When you first start using the new Hulu experience, we’ll offer to import your profile’s Watchlist into My Stuff. - Browse for exploring the entire Hulu library - Search for finding a specific title In addition, PS3 and PS4 Hulu subscribers can also subscribe to add on packs from HBO, Cinemax, and Showtime providing access to even more premium content. With that said, Hulu has yet to add PS3 and PS4 support for its live TV streaming option. The Hulu Live TV Beta is currently available on the Xbox 360, Apple TV, Xbox One, iOS and Android mobile devices, Chromecast, Amazon Fire TV, and Fire TV Stick. A current Hulu subscription starts at $8 per month with commercials. In addition, ad-free playback is available for $12 per month. Meanwhile, the Live TV Beta costs $40 per month. Source: HuluPosted Mon Sep 18, 2017 at 07:40 AM PDT by: -
Apple Announces iPhone 8 and iPhone X with HDR[teaser]The company's latest smartphones have been detailed, including an OLED model with HDR support.[/teaser] Apple has unveiled its newest iPhone models. The iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus will launch later this month, while the premium iPhone X will be available in November. "iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus are a new generation of iPhone that improve on everything we love about iPhone," said Philip Schiller, Apple’s senior vice president of Worldwide Marketing. "iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus have new glass and aluminum designs, new Retina HD displays and A11 Bionic — the smartest chip ever in a smartphone. Packed with more advanced cameras with Portrait mode and Portrait Lighting, and the highest quality video capture in a smartphone, iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus enable the freedom of wireless charging, all with AR optimization like no phone ever before." The iPhone 8 features a 4.7-inch widescreen LCD IPS Multi-Touch Retina display with a resolution of 1334x750, 326 ppi, wide color, and 1400:1 a contrast ratio. Meanwhile, the iPhone 8 plus features a 5.5-inch widescreen LCD IPS Multi-Touch Retina HD display with a resolution of 1920x1080, 401 ppi, and a 1300:1 contrast ratio. Finally, the iPhone X features a Super Retina HD 5.8-inch all-screen OLED Multi-Touch display with a resolution of 2436x1125-pixel, 458 ppi, wide color, a 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio, and 625 cd/m2 max brightness. Under the hood, all three models are powered by an A11 Bionic chip with 64-bit architecture, Neural Engine, and an Embedded M11 motion coprocessor. Dolby Vision, and HDR10 playback are all supported as well, along with 4K video recording and optimization for augmented reality. "For more than a decade, our intention has been to create an iPhone that is all display. The iPhone X is the realization of that vision," said Jony Ive, Apple’s chief design officer. "With the introduction of iPhone ten years ago, we revolutionized the mobile phone with Multi-Touch. iPhone X marks a new era for iPhone — one in which the device disappears into the experience." The iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus will be available in the US on September 22 starting at $699. The iPhone X will launch on November 3 starting at $999. Sources: Apple 1, Apple 2Posted Tue Sep 12, 2017 at 04:30 PM PDT by: -
Apple Reveals Apple TV 4K with HDR and Dolby Vision Support[teaser]The new Ultra HD Apple TV model has officially been unveiled.[/teaser] Following months of rumors, Apple has finally announced its new Apple TV 4K. The media player will start at $179 and comes complete with support for Ultra HD playback with high dynamic range. "Bring the magic of the cinema straight to your living room with the new Apple TV 4K," said Eddy Cue, Apple's senior vice president of Internet Software and Services. "Customers will love watching stunning 4K HDR movies from an impressive catalog on iTunes, while also getting automatic upgrades of 4K HDR movies already in their iTunes library and enjoying 4K content on services like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video, coming soon." The Apple TV 4K utilizes the A10X Fusion chip and offers 4K playback capabilities at up to 60 frames per second with support for HDR10 and Dolby Vision content. Users will be able to view 4K HDR titles from iTunes and other services like Netflix and Amazon Video. Likewise, customers will even be able to receive automatic 4K HDR upgrades of HD titles in their existing iTunes library when they become available free of charge. In addition, the device includes 4K scaling for HD sources, Siri voice search, iCloud support for media sharing, standard AirPlay capabilities, and the ability to serve as a smart home hub for HomeKit accessories with remote access and automated control. AirPlay 2 support will be added later this year as well, enabling the unit to control multiple AirPlay 2-compatible speakers. Apple TV 4K models will be available in 32GB ($179) and 64GB ($199) versions starting September 22. Pre-orders are set to launch on September 15. Source: ApplePosted Tue Sep 12, 2017 at 11:30 AM PDT by: -
Coming Soon to Streaming: 'Rememory,' 'Gerald's Game,' 'Alias Grace,' and More[teaser]Several new streaming trailers have been revealed, and Google Play is now streaming Rememory starring Peter Dinklage free of charge for a limited time.[/teaser] Netflix and Hulu have released new trailers and other info for several of their upcoming shows and movies, including Gaga: Five Foot Two, Gerald's Game, The Magic School Bus Rides Again, One of Us, Alias Grace, Lady Dynamite, The Mindy Project, and Chance. In addition, Lionsgate is streaming its new film, Rememory, for free through Google Play for a limited time. Check out a full rundown of the latest streaming news and trailers below: Rememory (Google Play, Available for free until September 20) - The film explores the unexplained death of Gordon Dunn (Martin Donovan), a visionary scientific pioneer whose body is found shortly after the unveiling of his newest work: a device able to extract, record and play a person’s memories. Gordon’s wife, Carolyn (Julia Ormond), retreats into her house and cuts off contact with the outside world when a mysterious man (Peter Dinklage) shows up. After stealing the machine, he uses it to try and solve the mystery, beginning an investigation of memories that lead him to unexpected and dangerous places. In addition to Google Play, Rememory is also now playing in theaters. Gaga: Five Foot Two (Netflix, September 22) - In the Netflix original documentary Gaga: Five Foot Two, Lady Gaga offers a vulnerable look of her life during one of the most pivotal periods in her career yet. Directed by Emmy®-nominated filmmaker Chris Moukarbel (Banksy Does New York, Me at the Zoo), the film is shot in the style of cinema verité, giving viewers unfiltered, behind-the-scenes access as Gaga spends time with close friends and family members, records and releases her 2016 album Joanne and, deals with personal struggles. Gerald's Game (Netflix, September 29) - While trying to spice up their marriage in their remote lake house, Jessie must fight to survive when her husband dies unexpectedly, leaving her handcuffed to their bed frame. Starring Carla Gugino and Bruce Greenwood. Directed by Mike Flanagan. The Magic School Bus Rides Again (Netflix, September 29) - The kids are back at Walkerville School for another school year of astonishing, out-of-this-world field trips in this all-new reimagining of the iconic science-comedy-adventure series The Magic School Bus. But this year, there’s a new Frizzle (Kate McKinnon)! The younger sister of the famed Professor Frizzle (Lily Tomlin) has taken over the classroom! But worry not – the new Ms Frizzle shares her sister’s zany ways and passion for science. Field trips this year are wilder than ever, into the clouds, across the internet, riding the continents – even a plunge into the depths of the Sun itself! And along the way, the kids we know and love bring their science investigations into the 21st century – still taking chances, making mistakes and getting messy! One of Us (Netflix, October 20) - Explores the opaque world of Hasidic Judaism through a cadre of fascinating characters. Through unique and intimate access over the span of three years, acclaimed observational filmmakers Heidi Ewing and Rachel Grady (Jesus Camp, Detropia) delve into the lives of three brave individuals who have recently made the decision to leave the insular ultra-orthodox community at the expense of all else, including relationships with their family members and - in one case - their personal safety. With a sensitive and compassionate eye, One of Us chronicles the achingly cinematic journey of people in search of a personal freedom that comes only at a very high cost. Alias Grace (Netflix, November 3) - The story of Alias Grace follows Grace Marks, a poor, young Irish immigrant and domestic servant in Upper Canada who, along with stable hand James McDermott, was convicted of the brutal murders of their employer, Thomas Kinnear, and his housekeeper, Nancy Montgomery, in 1843. James was hanged while Grace was sentenced to life imprisonment. Grace became one of the most enigmatic and notorious women of 1840s Canada for her supposed role in the sensational double murder, and was eventually exonerated after 30 years in jail. Her conviction was controversial, and sparked much debate about whether Grace was actually involved in the murder, or merely an unwitting accessory. Lady Dynamite: Season Two (Netflix, November 10) - Series is based on what Maria Bamford has accepted to be “her life.” The occasionally surreal episodes, refracted across multiple periods inspired by the actor/comedian’s life, tell the story of a woman who loses- and then finds- her s**t. The Mindy Project: Season Six (Hulu, September 12) - A single-camera comedy, starring Mindy Kaling, that follows a skilled OB/GYN navigating the tricky waters of both her personal and professional life, as she pursues her dreams of becoming the perfect woman, finding the perfect man and getting her perfect romantic comedy ending. Chance: Season Two (Hulu, October 11) - Based on the acclaimed novel by Kem Nunn, Chance is a provocative, psychological thriller that focuses on Eldon Chance (Hugh Laurie), a San Francisco-based forensic neuropsychiatrist who reluctantly gets sucked into a violent and dangerous world of mistaken identity, police corruption and mental illness. After an ill-advised decision regarding an alluring patient who may or may not be struggling with a multiple personality disorder, Chance finds himself in the crosshairs of her abusive spouse, who also happens to be a ruthless police detective. In over his head, Chance's descent into the city’s wayward underbelly, all while navigating the waters of a contentious divorce and tribulations of his teenage daughter, soon spirals into an ever deepening exploration of one of mankind’s final frontiers- the shadowy, undiscovered country of the human mind. Also starring Gretchen Mol, LisaGay Hamilton, Paul Adelstein, Ethan Suplee and Stefania LaVie Owen. - A current Netflix subscription starts at $10 per month for HD streaming and $12 per month for Ultra HD streaming. - A current Hulu subscription starts at $8 per month with commercials. In addition, ad-free playback is available for $12 per month Sources: Netflix (YouTube), Hulu (YouTube), Lionsgate, Google PlayPosted Mon Sep 11, 2017 at 09:45 PM PDT by:
