Maximus Turns Blu(-ray)

CHATSWORTH, Calif. - Maximus Movies will release its first title on Blu-ray Disc in April. Men of the Tropics was shot entirely on location using beaches, boats, waterfalls and other locations in Brazil.

"Blu-ray allows us to bring the imagery of the landscape and pure beauty of the native Brazilian men to the absolute top level," said director Paulo Desantos. "The viewer will feel not like they're watching, but as if they're actually there observing.

"It has been a challenge putting together all of the elements needed to release a title on Blu-ray, but it's just the natural next step for Maximus and our promise to provide couples with a big-budget, couple-friendly viewing experience," he continued.

Said Maximus chief executive officer Sean Logan, "I'm all about a big budget. Our $60,000, high-definition production is perfect for the new Blu-ray technology."

In keeping with what Logan described as a Maximus tradition, Men of the Tropics will contain a new, never-before-seen performer among the cast of 11 men.

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