Editorials

Comic-Con 2017 trailer round-up: MCU vs DCEU vs the rest

July 24, 2017 | Comic-Con 2017 was MASSIVE, with new trailers for Justice League, Thor: Ragnarok, and SO MUCH MORE.

4K Ultra HD Blu-ray - the definitive video format

October 17, 2016 | Six months on from the launch of what could be the last physical video format, we discuss why Ultra HD Blu-ray deserves the attention of movie lovers.

Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice Soundtrack Review

March 20, 2016 | The official soundtrack for Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice is here, and it's glorious.

Remastering 'The X-Files' in HD, Q&A with Jim Hardy CEO of Illuminate

December 12, 2015 | Ben talks to Jim Hardy, CEO of Illuminate, to find out how the company completely re-assembled all 201 episodes of 'The X-Files' for the digital age.

How did I live without Netflix for so long?

April 8, 2015 | A week in the life of owning Netflix in Australia has turned me around. How did I live without it for so damn long? Anthony gives his thoughts.

Interview with Greg McLean, Co-writer and Director of Wolf Creek 2

March 1, 2014 | Ben had an opportunity to interview the Co-writer and Director of Wolf Creek 2, Greg McLean. Let's see what he has to say about the movie.

Hands-on with the Lightpack TV Lighting System from Kickstarter

February 24, 2014 | Jason spends some time telling us about his experience with Lightpack, a Kickstarter funded project that improves television viewing.

Exclusive Interview with Pixar's Kelsey Mann on Monsters University

November 11, 2013 | Take a peek behind the Pixar curtain to see how an animated film progresses from a blank page to a finished concept.

Steam's Big Picture - Gaming goes to the Big Screen TV

December 6, 2012 | The team behind Half-Life and the Left 4 Dead series launches a new piece of its Steam digital distribution puzzle - Big Picture, destined for big-screen TV.

Exclusive Interview with Star Trek: The Next Generation Blu-ray Producer Robert Meyer-Burnett

July 26, 2012 | TweakTown gains an exclusive insight into the newly refurbished Star Trek: The Next Generation in high definition.

Top 10 Must Have 3D Blu-ray Discs - Part 2

March 11, 2012 | Finally there's a reasonable amount of commercially available 3D Blu-ray content on the market. So how do we separate the wheat from the chaff? Ben takes a look at the must have demo discs in the final part of the series.

Top 10 Must Have 3D Blu-ray Discs - Part 1

March 3, 2012 | Finally there's a reasonable amount of commercially available 3D Blu-ray content on the market. So, how do we separate the wheat from the chaff? Ben takes a look at the must have discs to demo to your friends.

Remastering Star Trek: The Next Generation

February 24, 2012 | As the classic sci-fi series prepares to celebrate its 25th anniversary, Paramount and CBS team up to release an unprecedented remastering effort.

Five Years with Blu-ray - Part Three

February 17, 2012 | In the final part of the three part series, Ben discusses what the next five years may bring for the venerable format.

Five Years With Blu-ray - Part Two

February 3, 2012 | As Blu-ray turns five in the Australian market, Ben takes a look at the beautiful, yet painful evolution of the format, in the second part of this three part series.

Five Years With Blu-ray - Part One

January 27, 2012 | As Blu-ray turns five in the Australian market, Ben takes a look at the beautiful, yet painful evolution of the format, in the first of this three part series.

2012 - Not a blue year for Blu-ray

January 21, 2012 | Ben takes a look at the must have titles that will be released over the next year.

The Digital Lounge 2011 Holiday Buying Guide

December 17, 2011 | People are hard to buy for, but everyone loves movies, right? - Ben gives some suggestions to please those that have everything; especially if it's the VHS version.

A First Look at the Star Wars Saga Blu-ray Boxset

September 24, 2011 | Before each film is dissected in detail, Ben takes a first look at the new Star Wars Blu-ray package.

Revising Cinema for the Blu-ray age - Where to draw the line?

July 7, 2011 | With many films requiring extensive restoration before a Blu-ray release, Ben discusses the ramifications of altering film in the digital age.

An Update to The Star Wars Saga Blu-rays

May 19, 2011 | LucasFilm have just announced some more details on the Star Wars Saga Blu-ray collection, but many questions are still left unanswered.

Preaching to the converted - The scourge of piracy warnings

April 2, 2011 | Ben takes a look at the annoying practice in film that is likely causing more harm than good.

Beyond Blu-ray - Looking into the Crystal Ball

March 12, 2011 | There's little doubt that Blu-ray is here to stay. But what about the future? - Ben argues why packaged media might not be as dead as some assume.

The Star Wars Saga Blu-rays - Will The Force Be With Us?

February 12, 2011 | With the announcement of the Star Wars Saga Blu-ray collection for release later this year, what do we really know will be inside?

TweakTown's Digital Lounge Blu-ray Awards 2010

January 15, 2011 | Rewarding those whom have rewarded us... TweakTown's Digital Lounge Blu-ray Awards 2010!

The Top 20 Films Unreleased on Blu-ray - Part IV

January 9, 2011 | With 2010 now behind us and many more blockbuster releases of the past transferred to Blu-ray, Ben gives a top 20 pick of movies we're left holding out for in the final of a four part series.

2011 On Blu-ray

January 2, 2011 | We've Been Waiting For You.

The Top 20 Films Unreleased on Blu-ray - Part III

December 26, 2010 | With 2010 almost at a close and many more blockbuster releases of the past now transferred to Blu-ray, Ben gives a top 20 pick of movies we're left holding out for in the third of a four part series.

The Top 20 Films Unreleased on Blu-ray - Part II

December 18, 2010 | With 2010 almost at a close and many more blockbuster releases of the past now transferred to Blu-ray, Ben gives a top 20 pick of movies we're left holding out for in the second of a four part series.

The Top 20 Films Unreleased on Blu-ray - Part I

December 11, 2010 | With 2010 almost at a close and many more blockbuster releases of the past now transferred to Blu-ray, Ben gives a top 20 pick of movies we're left holding out for in the first of a four part series.

GlideTV - The Easiest Way to watch Internet TV from your couch?

October 18, 2010 | GlideTV aims to make the move to 'PC on the TV' a smooth ride with recognition for all digital content trends.

The Fourth Quarter 2010 Blu-ray Buyers Guide

October 6, 2010 | Ben takes a look at some of the Blu-ray titles worthy (and not so worthy) of your cash this holiday season.

Digital Copies, Bonus DVD's and Value Packs... Oh my!

September 15, 2010 | Tired of these bonus DVD's filling up the lovely Blu-ray cases? Turns out you're not alone. So what's the deal? Ben takes a critical look at the latest round of studio value adding.

Hands-on with Sony Bravia 3D TV

May 11, 2010 | Ben takes an exclusive look at the first Sony 3D TV to hit Australia shores. But does he like what he sees?

3D: The Home Theater Revolution

April 3, 2010 | In the second of a two part series, Ben takes a look at how 3D cinemas will soon revolutionise the home theater.

HDMI - An Evolving Standard

March 24, 2010 | One which has unfortunately led to consumer confusion. Ben takes a look at what the latest version, 1.4 adds to the experience.

3D: The Cinema Revolution

February 17, 2010 | In the first of a two part series, Ben takes a look at the past, present and future of 3D Cinema.

The Office of Film and Literature Classification - Friend or Foe?

February 12, 2010 | Ben takes a look at the ratings system in Australia, but does he like what he sees?

TweakTown's Digital Lounge Blu-ray Awards 2009

January 15, 2010 | Rewarding those whom have rewarded us - TweakTown's Digital Lounge Blu-ray Awards 2009.

Digital Lounge 2009 Buying Guide

December 13, 2009 | Need help with last minute tech goodies? Never fear!

TweakTown's Digital Lounge Blu-ray Awards 2008

December 29, 2008 | Rewarding those whom have rewarded us: TweakTown's Digital Lounge Blu-ray Awards 2008.

TweakTown's Christmas 2008 Blu-ray Gift Guide

December 15, 2008 | Let us make your Blu-ray shopping just that little bit easier.

ASUS nails TrueHD and DTS-HD MA bitstream on the PC

December 11, 2008 | ASUS show us how Blu-ray HD audio bitstreaming is done with TrueHD and DTS-HD MA on a Home Theater PC - finally!

Ten Ways To Improve The Blu-ray Disc Format

November 23, 2008 | Ben has an early Christmas gift for the BDA which he strongly feels would gain them more respect and acceptance.

Appropriate Use of Blu-ray Region Coding

September 12, 2008 | The application of common sense makes things... good!

Hands On With BD Live

June 23, 2008 | Blu-ray technology finally comes of age. Ben takes a first look at what it can do.

Universal Pictures' Blu-ray Strategy

May 21, 2008 | How To Turn Red Into Blue.

Where Have All The Blu-rays Gone?

May 15, 2008 | Ben takes a look at the alarming lack of Blu-ray titles in the current schedule. But the future is still bright!

Madman Ent. Presents Adult Swim - Pt. 3

April 30, 2008 | In the final of a three part series, Ben covers the animated world of Adult Swim.

Hands On With DTS HD Master Audio

April 16, 2008 | Ben talks about the benefits of listening to the best in modern day audio standards for movie lovers alike.