Paramount, Dreamworks go over the fence to HD DVD

And so the glass ceiling breaks. Just when everybody thought that Blu-Ray has finally won over the battle, a bomb drops in the form of two of biggest producers and distributors of filmed entertainment, Paramount Pictures and DreamWorks Animation. The two major outfits have announced today that they will be supporting the HD DVD format – exclusively.

From their press release circulating the internet, they revealed that the decision “resulted from an extensive evaluation of current market offerings, which confirmed the clear benefits of HD DVD, particularly its market-ready technology and lower manufacturing costs.” Titles like “Blades of Glory”,  “Transformers” and “Shrek the Third” will be debuting in your home entertainment centers very soon via HD DVD.

Chairman and CEO of Paramount Pictures, Brad Grey, expounds on their decision:

The combination of Paramount and DreamWorks Animation brings a critical mass of current box office hits to consumers with a line-up of live action and animated films that are perfect for HD DVD… Part of our vision is to aggressively extend our movies beyond the theater, and deliver the quality and features that appeal to our audience. I believe HD DVD is not only the affordable high quality choice for consumers, but also the smart choice for Paramount.

The only exception to this whole exclusivity deal would be those films directed by Steven Spielberg. The renowned director’s works are not exclusive to either the HD DVD or Blu-ray. Expect Paramount to send out new release day and dates, and catalog titles for your HD DVD viewing pleasure in the coming days.

It looks like the fight isn’t over, then. Bring it on! (It’s already been buhrought!)

Tip by whoelse, thanks!

Via CVG

And so the glass ceiling breaks. Just when everybody thought that Blu-Ray has finally won over the battle, a bomb drops in the form of two of biggest producers and distributors of filmed entertainment, Paramount Pictures and DreamWorks Animation. The two major outfits have announced today that they will be supporting the HD DVD format – exclusively.

From their press release circulating the internet, they revealed that the decision “resulted from an extensive evaluation of current market offerings, which confirmed the clear benefits of HD DVD, particularly its market-ready technology and lower manufacturing costs.” Titles like “Blades of Glory”,  “Transformers” and “Shrek the Third” will be debuting in your home entertainment centers very soon via HD DVD.

Chairman and CEO of Paramount Pictures, Brad Grey, expounds on their decision:

The combination of Paramount and DreamWorks Animation brings a critical mass of current box office hits to consumers with a line-up of live action and animated films that are perfect for HD DVD… Part of our vision is to aggressively extend our movies beyond the theater, and deliver the quality and features that appeal to our audience. I believe HD DVD is not only the affordable high quality choice for consumers, but also the smart choice for Paramount.

The only exception to this whole exclusivity deal would be those films directed by Steven Spielberg. The renowned director’s works are not exclusive to either the HD DVD or Blu-ray. Expect Paramount to send out new release day and dates, and catalog titles for your HD DVD viewing pleasure in the coming days.

It looks like the fight isn’t over, then. Bring it on! (It’s already been buhrought!)

Tip by whoelse, thanks!

Via CVG