HIGHLY-ANTICIPATED R-RATED ANIMATED
THRILLER ARRIVES August 2, 2016 ON BLU-RAYTM DELUXE EDITION,
BLu-Ray TM COMBO PACK, DVD
& DIGITAL HD
Delve
into the demented history of the Dark Knight’s arch nemesis – The Joker – as he
sets out to prove insanity is only a horrifying moment away for anyone in the latest
DC Universe Original Movie, Batman:
The Killing Joke. Based on one of the best-selling graphic novels of
all time, this R-rated, feature-length animated film brings together some of
the key creative team behind Batman: The
Animated Series with executive producer Bruce Timm at the helm and Kevin
Conroy and Mark Hamill returning to their seminal roles as Batman and The Joker,
respectively. Produced by Warner Bros. Animation and DC Entertainment, Batman:
The Killing Joke arrives August 2, 2016 from Warner Bros. Home
Entertainment on Blu-Ray™ Deluxe Edition, Blu-Ray™ Combo Pack, DVD and Digital
HD.
Batman: The Killing Joke will be available on Blu-rayTM Deluxe Edition for
$29.96 SRP, Blu-rayTM Combo Pack for $24.98 SRP, and DVD for $19.98
SRP. The Blu-rayTM Combo Pack
includes a digital version of the movie on Digital HD with UltraViolet. The Blu-ray™ Deluxe Edition will include all components of the Blu-Ray™
Combo Pack, along with an exclusive figurine of The Joker in a numbered,
limited edition gift set.
Fans can also own Batman: The Killing Joke on Digital HD on July 26, 2016 via purchase from digital
retailers.
Based
on the acclaimed graphic novel of the same name, Batman: The Killing Joke takes
a journey into the dark psyche of the Clown Prince of Crime – from his humble beginnings
as a struggling comedian to his fateful encounter with Batman that changes both
of their lives forever. Years later, and now escaped from Arkham Asylum, The
Joker devises a plan to prove that one bad day can make anyone as insane as he
is – setting his sights on Commissioner Gordon. It’s up to the Dark Knight to
put a stop to The Joker’s latest scheme and save one of Gotham City’s finest. Following
a gripping prologue introducing Barbara Gordon’s heroic adventures alongside
Batman as Batgirl, Batman: The Killing Joke stays true to the authentic tale that
has held fans’ imaginations for nearly three decades – spotlighting the birth
of a Super-Villain, the fortitude of a Super Hero and the punchline that will
leave you speechless.
Published
by DC Comics in 1988, the two-time Eisner Award winning Batman: The Killing Joke
graphic novel has maintained an unparalleled popularity throughout its 28 years
of existence – as evidenced by its recent ranking as the best-selling graphic
novel of 2015.
“Batman: The
Killing Joke presents one of the most compelling stories in the annals
of Batman’s adventures: the evolution of The Joker from normalcy to criminal
insanity. This was a very challenging story to tell because of the intense,
often disturbing storyline, but we are extremely pleased with how true to the
graphic novel we have been in this original film.” said Mary Ellen Thomas,
Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Vice President, Family & Animation Marketing.
“Warner Bros. Home Entertainment is proud to release Batman: The Killing
Joke as an authentic representation of its revered story for both
longtime fans and new fans alike.”
The
celebrity-laden cast is led by Kevin Conroy (Batman: The Animated Series, Justice League) and Mark Hamill (Star Wars franchise) as they reprise
their seminal roles as the voices of Batman/Bruce Wayne and The Joker,
respectively. The cast also features Tara Strong (Teen Titans; Batman: Arkham games), as Barbara Gordon and Ray Wise
(Twin Peaks, RoboCop) as Commissioner
Gordon.
Batman: The Killing Joke is directed by Sam Liu
(Justice League vs. Teen Titans) from
a script by Eisner Award-winning writer Brian Azzarello. Bruce Timm and Sam
Register are executive producers, and Alan Burnett is co-producer. Benjamin
Melniker & Michael Uslan are executive producers.
Batman: The Killing Joke – Enhanced Content
DVD
· An
exclusive sneak peek at the next DC
Universe Original Movie.
Blu-ray™ Combo Pack
· An
exclusive sneak peek at the next DC
Universe Original Movie..
·
Featurette
– “Batman: The Killing Joke – Madness Set To Music” – Jim Gordon must bear witness to the most disturbing images any
father could imagine while a maniac entices his break from sanity in song. This
documentary looks at the step-by-process of one of the most crucial scenes in Batman: The Killing Joke, including the methodology
James Tucker used as he storyboarded Brian Bolland’s stunning work for the
screen; Dynamic Music Partners composers/lyricists’ creative merging of
original music with the poetic words from the graphic novel to provoke the
desired feelings and emotions for this critical scene; and actor Mark Hamill’s
physical, devoted performance to capturing the world¹s most notorious Super-Villain
in song.
·
Featurette
– “Many Shades of Joker: The Tale of The Killing Joke” – Brian
Bolland’s artwork is instantly recognizable to comic book enthusiasts all over
the world. Known for his amazing cover art, it was a rare inclusion into the
body of a graphic novel, Batman: The Killing Joke,
that helped the perennial story of Batman and The Joker remain a fan favorite
for decades to come. Combined with the graphic novel’s original script –
which is more than just the telling of a story, but an intricate map explaining
every stop along the way to the end of a fantastic journey – this documentary
reveals the artistic process behind The Killing Joke’s distinct style.
We’ll learn how artists and writers excelled at conveying story and human
emotion one panel at a time, mesmerizing readers with unforgettable stories and
humanized depictions of heroes and villains. And why after nearly 30 years in
print, Batman: The Killing Joke is more thought provoking than ever, as its socio-economic
themes are relatable to generation after generation.
· From the DC Comics Vault –
Two 22-minute episodes:
1. The New
Batman Adventures - “Old Wounds”
2. Batman:
The Animated Series - “Christmas with The Joker”
Blu-ray™ Deluxe Edition
- Exclusive
Limited Edition The Joker Figurine
· An
exclusive sneak peek at the next DC
Universe Original Movie..
·
Featurette
– “Batman: The Killing Joke – Madness Set To Music” – Jim Gordon must bear witness to the most disturbing images any
father could imagine while a maniac entices his break from sanity in song. This
documentary looks at the step-by-process of one of the most crucial scenes in Batman: The Killing Joke, including the methodology
James Tucker used as he storyboarded Brian Bolland’s stunning work for the
screen; Dynamic Music Partners composers/lyricists’ creative merging of
original music with the poetic words from the graphic novel to provoke the
desired feelings and emotions for this critical scene; and actor Mark Hamill’s
physical, devoted performance to capturing the world¹s most notorious Super-Villain
in song.
·
Featurette
– “Many Shades of Joker: The Tale of The Killing Joke” – Brian
Bolland’s artwork is instantly recognizable to comic book enthusiasts all over
the world. Known for his amazing cover art, it was a rare inclusion into the
body of a graphic novel, Batman: The Killing Joke,
that helped the perennial story of Batman and The Joker remain a fan favorite
for decades to come. Combined with the graphic novel’s original script –
which is more than just the telling of a story, but an intricate map explaining
every stop along the way to the end of a fantastic journey – this documentary
reveals the artistic process behind The Killing Joke’s distinct style.
We’ll learn how artists and writers excelled at conveying story and human
emotion one panel at a time, mesmerizing readers with unforgettable stories and
humanized depictions of heroes and villains. And why after nearly 30 years in
print, Batman: The Killing Joke is more thought provoking than ever, as its socio-economic
themes are relatable to generation after generation.
· From the DC Comics Vault –
Two 22-minute episodes:
1. The New
Batman Adventures - “Old Wounds”
2. Batman:
The Animated Series - “Christmas with The Joker”
DIGITAL DISTRIBUTION ELEMENTS
Batman:
The Killing Joke
will be available to viewers for streaming and download to watch anywhere in
high definition and standard definition on their favorite devices from select
digital retailers including Amazon, CinemaNow, Flixster, iTunes, PlayStation,
Vudu, Xbox and others. Starting July 23, 2016, Batman: The Killing Joke
will also be available digitally on Video On Demand services from cable and
satellite providers, and on select gaming consoles.
ABOUT
DIGITAL HD
*Digital HD allows fans to watch a
digital version of their movie or TV show anywhere, on their favorite devices.
Digital HD is included with the purchase of specially marked Blu-ray discs.
Digital HD allows consumers to instantly stream and download movies and TV
shows to TVs, computers, tablets and smartphones through UltraViolet retail
services like CinemaNow, Flixster, 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.
About Warner Bros. Home Entertainment, Inc.:
Warner
Bros. Home Entertainment (WBHE) brings together Warner Bros. Entertainment's
home video, digital distribution and interactive entertainment businesses in
order to maximize current and next-generation distribution scenarios. An
industry leader since its inception, WBHE oversees the global distribution of
content through packaged goods (Blu-ray Disc™ and DVD) and digital media in the
form of electronic sell-through and video-on-demand via cable, satellite,
online and mobile channels, and is a significant developer and publisher for
console and online video game titles worldwide. WBHE distributes its product
through third party retail partners and licensees.
About DC Entertainment
DC
Entertainment, home to iconic brands DC Comics (Superman, Batman, Green
Lantern, Wonder Woman, The Flash, etc.), Vertigo (Sandman, Fables, etc.)
and MAD, is the creative division charged with strategically integrating across
Warner Bros. and Time Warner. DC Entertainment works in concert with many
key Warner Bros. divisions to unleash its stories and characters across all
media, including but not limited to film, television, consumer products, home
entertainment, and interactive games. Publishing thousands of comic
books, graphic novels and magazines each year, DC Entertainment is one of
the largest English-language publishers of comics in the world.
Batman and
all related characters and elements are trademarks of and ©DCComics. (s16)
About
Warner Bros. Animation
Warner
Bros. Animation (WBA) is one of the leading producers of animation in the
entertainment industry, producing and developing projects for multiple
platforms, both domestically and internationally. WBA’s TV series include Be
Cool Scooby-Doo!, Bunnicula, Justice League Action, Teen Titans Go!,
The Tom and Jerry Show, Wabbit – A Looney Tunes Production for
Cartoon Network, Mike Tyson Mysteries for Adult Swim and the forthcoming
Green Eggs and Ham for Netflix. As the home of the iconic animated
characters from the DC Comics, Hanna-Barbera, MGM and Looney Tunes libraries,
WBA also produces highly successful animated films — including the DC
Universe Animated Original Movies — for DVD. One of the most-honored
animation studios in history, WBA has won six Academy Awards®, 35 Emmy® Awards,
the George Foster Peabody Award, an Environmental Media Award, a Parents’
Choice Award, the HUMANITAS Prize, two Prism Awards and 20 Annie Awards
(honoring excellence in animation).
No comments:
Post a Comment