Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

Bolt 3 disc set is coming on 3/24/09. I do see from the listing that it comes with a digital copy. No details on specs yet though.

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

This was awesome in 3-D at the theaters. Wonder if they'll toss a 3-D version on this disc.

-beebs

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

My guess:

2 Disc Set
3 Disc Set (Digital Copy + Slip)

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

I don't need a digital copy, so I'll take the 2-disc on this. But I'm guessing they may only offer the 3-D on the three disc.

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

really?? I thought the effects were very lacklustre compared to other recent 3D films.

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

I liked the 3-D version a lot as well... it wasn't overbearing or showy. I hope they include a 3D version on here, but really if all we can get is the red/blue kind, I'm not too upset if it doesn't happen. This is a definite buy for me though.

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

Based on what i'm reading, it might have a dvd copy of the movie as part of the 3-discs. That's what they're doing with Pinocchio, so its a possibility.

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

I believe they're doing the same thing with HSM 3.

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

I liked it, composition was clearly meant to work well with the 3-D version. But, I will admit to not having seen any other 3-D movies for about 4 years when I saw the 3-D stuff at Universal Studios (Terminator 3-D and Shrek 3-D). Seemed like they reproduced that in the theater to me.

-beebs

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

I was surprised by how much I enjoyed Bolt. I will definitely be picking this one up on Blu-ray.

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

From blu-ray.com:

Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment has announced that they will bring the computer animated feature 'Bolt' to Blu-ray on March 22nd, two days before the DVD release. This is the first new release Blu-ray title to be released before the DVD, and will surely be a test for future product release schedules.

No technical specs have been announced at this time, though you can expect to see 1.78:1 1080p AVC accompanied by lossless audio.

Extras for this release include:

Super Rhino – BOLT breakout star Rhino, the hyperactive hamster, gets a chance to headline his very own adventure!

Music & More
-“I Thought I Lost You” Music Video featuring the movie's stars, Miley Cyrus and John Travolta.
-In Session with John Travolta and Miley Cyrus - A behind-the-scenes look at recording Bolt's signature song “I Thought I Lost You.”

Backstage Disney
-A New Breed of Directors: A Filmmakers' Journey - First-time directors Chris Williams and Byron Howard take fans along as they traverse the road from concept to completion.
-Act, Speak! The Voices of Bolt - Join the voice cast in session: John Travolta (Bolt), Miley Cyrus (Penny), Susie Essman (Mittens), James Lipton (Director) and Mark Walton (Rhino).
-Creating The World of Bolt – Bolt's painterly backgrounds have wowed audiences across the globe. The filmmakers explain how they fashioned the unique look of this CG movie.

Deleted Scenes - With optional introductions by directors Chris Williams and Byron Howard.

DisneyFile Digital Copy-Watch your DisneyFile Digital Copy on the go!

Bolt's Be-Awesome Mission - In order to defeat the Green-Eyed Man, Bolt has to find his way through three challenging levels in an exciting interactive game. Viewers can join in collecting clues, conquering ninjas and unleashing the power of the Super Bark! (BD Exclusive)

Bolt Art Gallery – Animation enthusiasts can check out the film's early creative concepts in the Bolt Art Gallery, which contains the building blocks of a big screen blockbuster, from storyboards to character mock-ups. Gallery sections include Visual Development, Character Development, Storyboard Art and Color Script Images. (BD Exclusive)

BD-Live including Movie Chat, Movie Mail, Movie Challenge and Movie Rewards (BD Exclusive)

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

I know it's only 2 days, but I like the idea of a BD getting an advanced release. I hope this becomes a trend.

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

Retailers should love this. Either they will put the DVD out early, or be annoyed with "Where is the DVD....I have to wait 2 more days to buy the DVD or pay $28 for the Blu-ray that comes with a bonus DVD? Your ad shows the DVD being $15.99 I'm not paying extra to get it two days early!". So glad I am not in retail sales.

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

bless Disney
they seem to be doing most everything right except releasing all their stuff quicker

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

I hope I get the chance to buy a cheaper version without the useless digital copy. Otherwise I can't agree.

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

You get a Digital Copy AND a Bonus DVD!

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

I was pleasantly surprised by Bolt. I did enjoy the 3D version so I'll be pretty disappointed if it isn't included.

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

Kudos to Disney for being the first to give the Blu-ray the release edge on a release. 2 days isn't much but it's better than nothing.

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

I'm all for bonus copies being folded into an extra-filled DVD with a Blu-ray release or a 2-disc DVD SE. I just don't like it when the only thing on the 2nd or 3rd disc is the Digital Copy.

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

BD Insider Penton-Man posted today on blu-ray.com that another major studio will release a future title on the Friday before the street date for the DVD.

No one knows which, if any, studio PM is associated with. But reading many of his posts in the past, he certainly seems overly knowledgeable with Sony items. Could Quantum of Solace be this title? If another studio followed Disney's action of releasing a BD early, I would bet on Sony.

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

Quantum of Solace is being released by Fox on home video.

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

doh!

Assuming it's Sony, I'll guess "Seven Pounds". Unless I'm mistaken, that's their biggest day & date release not announced yet.

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

I agree. Retail nightmare!

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

Given the current timeline and rate of releases, it could be Seven Pounds, Paul Blart: Mall Cop, or The Pink Panther 2.

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

Unless it comes with a DVD version (if its Sony I doubt it) once again there will be many angry customers who don't have BD and see the title on the shelf and assume the DVD is available as well. Will it help BD sales? Maybe a little, but I don't see anyone running out to buy a BD player just to watch a movie a few days earlier. Not sure what the whole point of this early release really is.

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

http://www.thehdroom.com/images/bluray/large/4782.jpg

http://www.thehdroom.com/images/bluray/back/4782.jpg

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

So it's got a digital copy AND a DVD? Also, why can I not find any evidence of a 3D version being available in the set?

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

Especially something like Bolt. I know they're doing this as a market test and, if successful, they'll do it with a bigger title... but how can they get any meaningful data out of any title that isn't a hardware-moving "killer app"?

I can't imagine the human being for whom "You mean, I have to wait two more days to watch Bolt at home?!" is the final push that brings them to Blu-ray.

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

Don't worry; you'll pay again later for that.

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

Yep, DVD and digital copy (I don't want either). You can't find evidence of a 3D version being available because (everything I've read indicates that) a 3D version won't be included.

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

I love the reviewer pull-quote on the cover! They must have hot and cold running crack in the McClatchy Newspapers office.

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

No 3D? No sale.

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

No 3D. One of the "insiders" on Blu-ray.com said this won't be 3D at all. Odd since Disney already did 3D with Hannah Montana.

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

I won't be buying anaglyph 3D films while I know they are in the process of setting a new 3D standard for the format.

Last I heard they are evaluating four different 3D processes. I'm really looking forward to seeing quality 3D material in my home.

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

I couldn't care less about the lack of a 3D version.

I will be picking this one up as soon as it hits $20.

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

Amazon has new artwork. :lol:

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

Ahhh...Synergy at its best.

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

I think it's absurd to sell us a 3-disc version of a movie. All I want to see is the BD of Bolt and I have no use for a digital copy much less a DVD copy. I end up just giving these things away to family and friends. Yet, I'm stuck with paying a few bucks extra for it all. Not to mention, the packaging is so huge for these 3-disc sets, it's unbelievable.

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

^Some valid points but when my sister picked up HSM3, it was the same exact price that Disney would charge for a single disc new release BD - I expect Bolt will be available at most places for a similar price, so I'm fine with it...

Re: Bolt: 03/24/09 3-disc
 

3 years into the format the price should be dropping not staying the same and adding (for some) useless things to make the price valid. Were talking about two DVDs that cost pennies to Disney - yet they still maintain the same (or higher) MSRP.