DCP, Blu-ray & DVD Production

Maximo Park DVD authoring Blu-ray authoring for Monster Hunter feature release 5.1 surround sound mix for Bridgwater Carnival Blu-ray and DVD production

Maniac Films offer Blu-ray, DVD, DCP and VOD delivery production services here in Somerset for both local, nationwide and even worldwide customers.
This include format conversions, disc authoring, static & motion menu design, scripting, subtitle work, disk & insert artwork design.

We also can prepare digital files for VOD delivery, encode feature films for digital cinema projection (DCP) and arrange for disc replication (including BCDMF encoding for Blu-ray replication). We have good relationships with a number of factories & can arrange great replication prices when you need more copies or special packaging like Digi-packs.

We fast fibre broadband here on the office we can quickly download your source files and upload finished masters as DCP, BDCMF for replication or for on-line distribution. We regularly work with clients across the world using this method, when sending physical drives would be expensive and time consuming

DCP encoding services

DCP creation for cinema screenings is the final step in film production for the delivery of a digital, high-resolution master for screening on digital cinema screens - for film festivals or for online distribution in preference to Apple Prores HQ. Maniac Films offer DCP encoding, QC playback checks and DCP encryption as part of our post production services. DCP is the industry standard for delivery of films - it is not a single file but a folder containing the video, audio, subtitle assets and some additional housekeeping files. We can take your finished film and convert it to work with a digital cinema projector.

For more information about our DCP Encoding services click here: Maniac Films DCP Encoding

I just wanted to say a heartfelt thanks to you both for your professionalism, talent and cooperation during the re-building of this DVD. I feel we have raised the bar and the DVD is a much more professional and enticing package thanks to your work. I particularly like the fact that Stu listened to me all the way and interpreted what I wanted without question.
- David, New Justice Films

BDCMF encoding for Blu-ray replication

Blu-ray Replication is the best way to produce copies of your Blu-ray release, and the only cost effective way if you want more than 500. Replication doesn't simply burn data onto a writeable disk as is done with duplication. The factory creates a glass master, which is then used to physically stamp the data onto the disk face. This ensures that your discs will last longer and ultimately look more professional with a screen printed face.

Pretty much all Blu-ray replication factories in the world only accept Blu-ray masters for replication in the form of BDCMF. Maniac Films can take your BDMV output folder/disc and convert it to BDCMF for you.

For more information about our Blu-ray BDCMF Encoding services click here: Maniac Films BDCMF preparation

3 Epic films DVD authoring from multiple source files at different frame rates Isle of Man TT DVD and Blu-ray German Audio edition

DVD and Blu-ray Authoring

We love complex disc authoring projects with lots of subtitles, languages and menus as well as building motion menus from video assets or building 3D animated menus from scratch, but we can also help if you just need a basic 'play' button and a few chapter points adding with a simple disc image print.

Our DVD & Blu-ray authoring services cover every aspect from encoding, to menu design, subtitling and the final build. If you already have artwork and encoded file - that's great, we can take your finished assets and simply author them into the finished product.

For more information about our Blu-ray BDCMF Encoding services click here: Maniac Films BDCMF preparation

Every comment or feedback we have had on the DVD is that it is the best DVD we have ever had so well done! Sales are looking good up about 12% on last year already.
- Dave, Bridgwater Carnival.

DVD and Blu-ray Replication

For DVD and CD runs of over 1000 copies, it is advisable and much more affordable to use replication instead of duplication. Replication is not carried out in house, but at a dedicated replication factory. The process involves making a glass master disk, from which multiple copies are then made.

We have a good working relationship with one of the largest replication houses in the UK and we can often negotiate a good price. Replication can also include very high quality Lithographic film or screen printing process for disk printing.

Amazon Fulfilment: We have worked with our replication partners and clients to deliver to Amazon fulfilment, ideal for selling your new release on the platform. Get in touch for more details and about how we can work with you.

For more information and pricing for disc replication services click here: Maniac Films DVD & Blu-ray replication

VOD Delivery

VOD, or Video on Demand, is big business these days and one of the most popular ways to get your film in front of the masses.
Online streaming platforms such as Amazon and Netflix have completed changed the way that we watch films.

Online streaming platforms often have strict rules about which video formats they will accept, including (but not limited to) frame size, frame rate, delivery codec, audio channel assignment and data rate.

We can help you to ensure that your film is delivered in the correct format to ensure acceptance first time.

Read about some of our recent disc production projects below:

Cannibal! The Musical Blu-ray Finalising QC for Refuse Films Release

Published Tuesday 19 November 2024 by Mark Brindle in DCP & Disc Production

We are nearing the end of the Blu-ray authoring for the Troma/Trey Parker comedy-horror-musical film Cannibal! The Musical, originally released in standard def in 1993 for release on Blu-ray disc for Liam Regan of Refuse Films. The Blu-ray is scheduled for release as soon as a few more of ...

BDCMF conversion and Replication for How To Kill Monsters Blu-ray

Published Monday 11 November 2024 by Mark Brindle in DCP & Disc Production

We have been helping Director and Producer Stewart Sparke of Dark Rift Horror with the Blu-ray release of his latest film, How To Kill Monsters (HTKM) starring Lyndsey Craine (of Eating Miss Campbell fame), Arron Dennis (Zomblogalypse, Book of Monsters), Fenfen Huang (Now You See Me 2, Ope...

Multiple DCPs for Film Londons Jarman Award 2024

Published Thursday 31 October 2024 by Mark Brindle in DCP & Disc Production

We have been working with The Film London Artists’ Moving Image Network (FLAMIN) to convert several new films into DCP format for Film London's 17th Jarman Award for cinema screening. Inspired by Derek Jarman, the Jarman Award recognises and supports artists working with movin...

Second DCP for Gaza Documentary What Do We Do Update

Published Saturday 19 October 2024 by Mark Brindle in DCP & Disc Production

Journalist and filmmaker Mike Joseph has been updating his feature documentary film Gaza A Story of Love and War for more cinema screenings and has asked us to create a second update DCP to play after the first main film DCP, to keep costs down over making another DCP of both parts connect...

DCP Encoding for British Faith Crime Drama MAGNET

Published Monday 23 September 2024 by Mark Brindle in DCP & Disc Production

We have been encoding a great new British feature film, Magnet by Director Larry Bammeke and distributed by World Harvest Christian Centre (TNM Productions). We helped Larry fix a few minor issues with the file delivery and delivered a DCP in time for its premier on a very tight deadline. ...

BDCMF conversion for Abruptio Horror Blu-ray Release

Published Saturday 21 September 2024 by Mark Brindle in DCP & Disc Production

We have been working to prepare movies for Blu-ray replication, this time we have converted the Horror-thriller film Abruptio byline: Everyone is a puppet from 2023 by Anchor Bay Entertainment, into the BDCMF format for the Blu-ray release. Watch the movie trailer on the link abov...

Blu-Ray BDCMF encoding for Jon Anderson and The Band Geeks

Published Thursday 1 August 2024 by Mark Brindle in DCP & Disc Production

We have been converting a new Blu-ray for a Live album release by Jon Anderson and The Band Geeks called Perpetual Change. New US tour dates for 2025 are now on the Jon Anderson website. This 98-minute Live performance Blu-ray features Yes epics, classics and More - including: Yours Is ...

Blu-ray Authoring Aliens Expanded Documentary feature

Published Tuesday 30 July 2024 by Mark Brindle in DCP & Disc Production

We have been working again with Creator VC on their documentary feature film Aliens Expanded to turn it into a Blu-ray for release to their backers. This expansive documentary by Director Ian Nathan, is all about the second Alien film (Aliens 1986) in the movie franchise Aliens and featur...

Gaza A Story of Love and War DCP encode for Mike Joseph

Published Thursday 4 July 2024 by Mark Brindle in DCP & Disc Production

We were contacted by journalist and filmmaker Mike Joseph to help with DCP encoding of his documentary Gaza A Story of Love and War for its premier screening in cinemas in Wales on 14th August. Mike sent us his film and the BBFC certificate (its a 12A) and we created a 2K Digital ...

BDCMF conversion of LaRoy for French Blu-ray

Published Sunday 30 June 2024 by Mark Brindle in DCP & Disc Production

We have been working to prepare films for Blu-ray replication, this time we have converted the American Texas-based drama LaRoy Texas aka Where the f*** is LaRoy from 2023, into the BDCMF format for the French Language release. Watch the movie trailer on the link above or directly on YouTu...

BDCMF conversion of Le Jeu De La Reine for French Blu-ray

Published Wednesday 26 June 2024 by Mark Brindle in DCP & Disc Production

We have been working to prepare films for Blu-ray replication, this time we have converted the English period drama Firebrand as Le Jeu De La Reine from 2023, staring Jude Law and Alicia Vikander into the BDCMF format for the French Language release. Watch the trailer on the link abov...

Terence Short Film DCP Encoding for Noah Reich

Published Monday 10 June 2024 by Mark Brindle in DCP & Disc Production

We have been once again helping produced Noah Reich to bring a new short film Terence to the Digital Cinema Screen with our DCP encoding service. Terence tells the story of a security guard with healing hands and was written and directed by Edem Kelman and stars Terence Nzaji Eng...

May December BDCMF conversion for French Blu-Ray Release

Published Sunday 28 April 2024 by Mark Brindle in DCP & Disc Production

We have been working with a French movie distributor to prepare films for Blu-ray replication. This time, we have converted the 2023 film May December starring Natalie Portman and Julianne Moore into the BDCMF format for the French market. Watch the movie trailer on the link above or direc...

Priscilla BDCMF conversion for French Blu-Ray

Published Friday 8 March 2024 by Mark Brindle in DCP & Disc Production

We have been working with a French movie distributor to prepare films for Blu-ray replication. This time, we have converted the 2023 film Priscilla story of Priscilla and how she met Elvis Presley into the BDCMF format for the French market. Watch the trailer on the link above or directly ...

Past Lives BDCMF encoding for French Blu-ray Edition

Published Saturday 2 March 2024 by Mark Brindle in DCP & Disc Production

We have been converting a Blu-ray of the new film Past Lives into BDCMF format for replication for Chalet Pointu in Paris with French subtitles. This romantic drama feature film from Director Celine Song, follows Nora and Hae Sung, two deeply connected childhood friends, who were split ...

Blu-Ray BDCMF encoding for Blue Oyster Cult 50th Anniversary Live - Third Night

Published Wednesday 28 February 2024 by Mark Brindle in DCP & Disc Production

We've been converting a newly created Blu-ray for Blue Öyster Cult's 50th Anniversary Live Third Night tour in New York City. This was filmed at a special set of 3 sold out shows in a row performed in September 2022 with nearly 3 hours of content featuring a line-up with three...

Eating Miss Campbell Movie DVD Authoring

Published Sunday 18 February 2024 by Mark Brindle in DCP & Disc Production

We finished the Blu-ray release for Eating Miss Campbell horror movie earlier this year and have now finished the DVD edition, soon to be available on the Refuse Films website. There are still lots of special features on the Dual-layer DVD (DVD9) but not quite as many as on the Blu-ray ver...

Scope DCP encoding for short film THAT

Published Wednesday 7 February 2024 by Mark Brindle in DCP & Disc Production

We have been encoding a scope format short film by Director Madeleine Shenai called THAT? for a new festival screening in February. The film has 5.1 surround sound and was delivered in a Scope format with black bars top and bottom. When projected in a cinema the Digital Cinema Package (DCP...

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