US BR & 4K Releases for March & April 2023

[Hunter67]

I think Kaleidescape could benefit by pointing that out in their banners and even on the info page for the movie, so people realize why the price is so high on these types - there's a reason Apple does it.

It is listed under premium rental for $19.95, I guess that's one way to tell

 

[thrillcat]

It is listed under premium rental for $19.95, I guess that's one way to tell

I guess so, if you're specifically looking for those titles. I'm thinking more along the lines of showing folks browsing, and not specifically looking for the most expensive rentals. For folks who are not aware the titles are still in theaters, etc. Even for those who are considering diving into Kaleidescape, to go to the movie store and look around and see the prices on the movies in the rotating banner, that could scare some folks away. Indicating 'premium rental' more obviously would reassure people thinking "expensive hardware, how much is a new release going to cost?".

 

[todo]

I got a feeling tommorow we will see Last Of Us on K Store

 

[ht guy]

I guess so, if you're specifically looking for those titles. I'm thinking more along the lines of showing folks browsing, and not specifically looking for the most expensive rentals. For folks who are not aware the titles are still in theaters, etc. Even for those who are considering diving into Kaleidescape, to go to the movie store and look around and see the prices on the movies in the rotating banner, that could scare some folks away. Indicating 'premium rental' more obviously would reassure people thinking "expensive hardware, how much is a new release going to cost?".

Maybe just an “In Theaters” category under the “Collections” tab?

 

[thrillcat]

Maybe just an “In Theaters” category under the “Collections” tab?

Honestly I don’t use the categories when I’m looking for something to watch. I go straight to the New Release row. I think it should be in the banner artwork on the site and/or on the info page. They obviously have a system to add titles to the different special pricing categories, it shouldn’t be a huge lift to display something based on that category, and it would be removed when the title ages out of that category.

 

[Transepoch]

it shouldn’t be a huge lift to display something based on that category, and it would be removed when the title ages out of that category.

Except something on the info page isn't likely to keep folks from getting scared off (they would just think the K-store is expensive and not bother clicking to possibly see why, unlike those of us already in the ecosystem,) and anything displayed on the poster is another artwork clearance to obtain.

 

[thrillcat]

I don’t think an identifier like “PRE-ORDER NOW” would be a big lift. There’s obviously a process in place.



And an asterisk with copy that reads “Premium Rental: Still in Theaters” is also, obviously, possible.



But hey, maybe everyone is smarter than me. It’s probably impossible.

 

[Kostas]

I got a feeling tommorow we will see Last Of Us on K Store

Nice ! Indeed it is now available on the US K Store as well

The Last of Us (Season 1)

In a post-pandemic world, a former soldier escorts a girl who may hold the key to a cure through terrain overrun with the infected. Drama, Action, Horror. Starring Pedro Pascal, Bella Ramsey, Gabriel Luna, and Anna Torv. Purchase and download today in 4K HDR.

www.kaleidescape.com

 

[Kostas]

Added in HD with DTS-HD MA 5.1(French) from Sony

One Fine Morning

A widow in Paris quietly embarks on an affair while caring for daughter and ailing father. Drama, Romance. Directed by Mia Hansen-Løve. Starring Léa Seydoux, Pascal Greggory, Melvil Poupaud, and Nicole Garcia. Purchase and download today in Blu-ray quality.

www.kaleidescape.com

 

[todo]

Nice ! Indeed it is now available on the US K Store as well

The Last of Us (Season 1)

In a post-pandemic world, a former soldier escorts a girl who may hold the key to a cure through terrain overrun with the infected. Drama, Action, Horror. Starring Pedro Pascal, Bella Ramsey, Gabriel Luna, and Anna Torv. Purchase and download today in 4K HDR.

www.kaleidescape.com

15 Hours of HDR ATMOS Content IMDB 9.2 for 35 Bucks - Now that's value

 

[Kostas]

Added:

In UHD/HDR and HD with Dolby Atmos from Lionsgate

Jesus Revolution

A staid pastor works with a charismatic street preacher to spread their faith in the growing counter culture movement. Drama, Religious. Starring Joel Courtney, Jonathan Roumie, Kimberly Williams-Paisley, and Anna Grace Barlow. Purchase and download today in 4K HDR with Dolby Atmos audio.

www.kaleidescape.com

Premium Rental in UHD & HD with DTS-HD MA 5.1 from MGM

A Good Person

A young woman forms an unlikely connection with her ex-fiancé's father that helps them recover from a shared tragedy. Drama. Directed by Zach Braff. Starring Florence Pugh, Morgan Freeman, Celeste O'Connor, and Molly Shannon. Purchase and download today in 4K Ultra HD.

www.kaleidescape.com

In HD from NBCUniversal(TV)

New Amsterdam (Season 3)

While battling his own health crisis, a maverick medical director makes sweeping changes at one of New York's oldest hospitals. Drama. Starring Ryan Eggold, Janet Montgomery, Freema Agyeman, and Jocko Sims. Purchase and download today in Blu-ray quality.

www.kaleidescape.com

 

[Kostas]

Added in HD with DTS-HD MA 5.1(French & English) from Magnolia Pictures

War Trap

A French soldier fights to set himself free after a bombing leaves him trapped beneath a fort surrounded by Nazis. War, Action, Drama. Directed by David Aboucaya. Starring Laurent Guiot, Pascal Putet, Franck Rasamison, and Adam Aboucaya. Purchase and download today in Blu-ray quality.

www.kaleidescape.com

 

[Kostas]

Added in HD with DTS-HD MA 5.1 from Paramount

Summit Fever

A group of friends' dream to summit three extreme mountains becomes a nightmare after a deadly storm rolls in. Drama. Directed by Julian Gilbey. Starring Ryan Phillippe, Freddie Thorp, Hannah New, and Mathilde Warnier. Purchase and download today in Blu-ray quality.

www.kaleidescape.com

On pre-order in UHD/HDR & HD from Universal

Renfield

After centuries in servitude, Dracula's assistant searches for a way to break free from his dangerous and toxic employer. Comedy, Action, Horror. Directed by Chris McKay. Starring Nicholas Hoult, Nicolas Cage, Awkwafina, and Ben Schwartz. Purchase and download today in 4K HDR with Dolby Atmos audio.

www.kaleidescape.com

 

[MikeKobb]

I don’t think an identifier like “PRE-ORDER NOW” would be a big lift. There’s obviously a process in place.
[...]
It’s probably impossible.

We actually used to put a special banner onto the movie covers that said something like "Premium Rental". I'm not sure why that changed. I will ask the team and pass along the feedback. I agree that it should be more obvious when a movie has special pricing, especially since premium-rental movies do not receive the partial credit of the rental fee towards purchase.

 

[thrillcat]

We actually used to put a special banner onto the movie covers that said something like "Premium Rental". I'm not sure why that changed. I will ask the team and pass along the feedback. I agree that it should be more obvious when a movie has special pricing, especially since premium-rental movies do not receive the partial credit of the rental fee towards purchase.

I think it’s a good idea for perspective. I also noticed this week that “A Good Person” has a Premium Rental banner.

My only other feed back would be “In Theaters” instead of “Premium Rental” to low-key indicate it will likely be less expensive over time.

 

[MikeKobb]

Ah, you're right. There is a Premium Rental banner on that film. Okay. So it's the premium purchase titles in this case (what the industry calls P-EST for premium electronic sell-through). I'm not certain that P-EST titles are always still in theaters, so that may not be the best descriptor all of the time (although if it's true I think it's a great thing to highlight).

 

[thrillcat]

Ah, you're right. There is a Premium Rental banner on that film. Okay. So it's the premium purchase titles in this case (what the industry calls P-EST for premium electronic sell-through). I'm not certain that P-EST titles are always still in theaters, so that may not be the best descriptor all of the time (although if it's true I think it's a great thing to highlight).

Yeah, seems like there’s a better term to use, or a few different terms dependent on situation. I’d create indicators that sound more like advantages to the user. “Premium Rental” just kinda sounds like “We’re charging more for this one” vs “In Theaters” which means “Early Access” or “First Access”.

 

[ironcross]

TV Added
Paul T. Goldman (Season 1) (2023) in HD from Lionsgate

Paul T. Goldman (Season 1)

A man blends fact and fiction while recreating the story of how he discovered that his wife was leading a double life. Documentary, Crime. Directed by Jason Woliner. Starring Paul Finkelman, Melinda McGraw, Christopher Stanley, and Michael Dempsey. Purchase and download today in Blu-ray quality.

www.kaleidescape.com

The 12th Victim (2023) in HD from Showtime

The 12th Victim

A re-examination of Caril Ann Fugate's role in the infamous 1958 couple killing spree across Nebraska and Wyoming. Documentary, Crime. Directed by Nicola Marsh. Starring Jeff McArthur, Phebe E. Bohart, Eric Tiede, and James McArthur. Purchase and download today in Blu-ray quality.

www.kaleidescape.com

 

[purefun]

Added in UHD/HDR with Dolby TrueHD Atmos from Marvel Studios

Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania

When an invention draws them into the Quantum Realm, Scott and his family fight a tyrannical time traveler to find a way home. Directed by Peyton Reed. Starring Paul Rudd, Evangeline Lilly, Michael Douglas, and Michelle Pfeiffer. Purchase and download today in 4K HDR with Dolby Atmos audio.

www.kaleidescape.com

 

[purefun]

Added in HDR/UHD with Dolby TrueHD Atmos from NBCUniversal

A Thousand and One

Just released from prison, a steely mother kidnaps her son from foster care so they can rebuild their lives together. Drama. Directed by A.V. Rockwell. Starring Teyana Taylor, Will Catlett, Josiah Cross, and Aven Courtney. Purchase and download today in 4K HDR with Dolby Atmos audio.

www.kaleidescape.com