Archive for the 'Blu-ray Reviews' Category
May 24th, 2016 by Brandon Peters
All the pleasures of the flesh and malevolence of black magic collide in this newly remastered and uncensored version of Jim Wynorski’s SORCERESS (aka TEMPTRESS). Presented for the first time ever from a new 2K scan of the original uncut film element, this release features sex scene footage and additional nudity removed from the original release. The film stars Linda Blair (Savage Streets), Larry Poindexter (American Ninja 2: The Confrontation), Julie Strain (Heavy Metal 2000) and Edward Albert (Galaxy of Terror). This new edition of the film come courtesy of the wonderful folks over at Synapse Films. You can pre-order the film to have when it releases on June 14th.
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May 24th, 2016 by Brandon Peters
Disney presents one of the greatest rescue stories ever told. THE FINEST HOURS a heroic action-thriller based on the extraordinary true story of of the greatest small-boat rescue in Coast Guard history. Starring Chris Pine (the “Star Trek” films), Academy Award® and Golden Globe® nominee Casey Affleck (“Interstellar”), Ben Foster (“3:10 to Yuma”) and Eric Bana (“Lone Survivor”), “THE FINEST HOURS” makes its in-home debut packaged with a host of bonus features about the making of the movie and the remarkable true-life events that inspired it. It storms home on Blu-ray™ Combo Pack, Digital HD and Disney Movies Anywhere May 24th. Based on the acclaimed non-fiction book of the same name by Casey Sherman and Michael J. Tougias, viewers can enjoy diving into the thrilling eye of the storm with: An all-new documentary “Against All Odds: The Bernie Webber Story,” in which real-life residents of Chatham recall the events that set the stage for the film’s historic rescue mission;Four making-of featurettes highlighting cast members experiences and reflections by members of the U.S. Coast Guard; as well as two never-before-shared Deleted Scenes. Continue reading ‘The Finest Hours (Blu-ray Review)’
May 23rd, 2016 by Shohan Cagle
Strap in for some hilariously awkward moments in dating! We follow Alice (Dakota Johnson) who’s recently broken up with her boyfriend of 4 years to explore life as a single gal. Being that she’s had a boyfriend all through college and most of high school, she’s worried that she’ll miss out on everything life has to offer if she remains on her current path. She ventures to New York to start an entry level job where she meets Robin (Rebel Wilson) who takes her under her wing to expose her to the “wild side” of single life. Meanwhile, her older sister Meg (Leslie Man), a doctor and self described independent woman, wrestles with the idea of putting her career goals on hold to start a family.
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May 16th, 2016 by Brandon Peters
When a lab accident leaves high school student Barney Springboro with telekinetic powers, it’s a comic free-for-all in Zapped! Scott Baio, TV’s Happy Daysand Charles in Charge) and Willie Aames, TV’s Eight is Enough andCharles in Charge) team up for this mental undressing adventure. Zapped! co-stars Heather Thomas (TV’s The Fall Guy) as Jane, the cold-as-ice high school beauty; Felice Schachter (TV’s The Facts ofLife) as Bernadette, feminist class president, nerd and the girl of Barney’s dreams; and Robert Mandan (TV’s Soap) as high school principal Walter J. Coolidge. Zapped! co-stars Scott Baio and Willie Aames would reteam on the small screen in the sitcom Charles in Charge.
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May 15th, 2016 by Brandon Peters
On May 31st, veteran cult distributor Blue Underground will debut the American Blu-ray release of Piers Haggard’s film Venom (1981), starring Klaus Kinski, Oliver Reed, Nicol Williamson, Sarah Miles, Sterling Hayden, and Susan George. This brand new Blu-ray edition, labeled “Collector’s Edition” will feature a brand new commentary from the director Piers Haggard as well as a bonus Collectible Booklet featuring a new article by Fangoria Editor Michael Gingold. This release will also feature a new 2K transfer of the film as well as a 7.1 surround lossless audio mix. You can find more on the Blu-ray as well as pre-order it if you like what you see by clicking or scrolling down.
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May 15th, 2016 by Brandon Peters
This May 24 from Scream Factory comes Manhunter – Collector’s Edition, a killer Blu-ray release of one of the most unnerving serial killer movies ever made. With more than 5 hours of bonus content, including over 2 hours of new interviews, this greatly anticipated release is a must-have for fans. Tom Noonan (Heat, Robocop 2), Joan Allen (The Bourne Legacy), Dennis Farina (Get Shorty), Kim Greist (Brazil) and Stephen Lang (Avatar) co-star in this gripping thriller from director Michael Mann (Heat, Miami Vice) and adapted from the novel Red Dragon by Thomas Harris. This edition includes the new interviews The Mind of Madness – an interview with William Petersen, Courting a Killer – an interview with actress Joan Allen, Francis is Gone Forever – an interview with actor Tom Noonan, The First Lecktor – an interview with actor Brian Cox, The Eye of the Storm – an interview with director of photography Dante Spinotti, and The Music of MANHUNTER – including interviews with composer Michel Rubini, Barry Andrews (Shriekback), Gary Putman (The Prime Movers), Rick Shaffer (The Reds) and Gene Stashuk (Red 7). Continue reading ‘Manhunter – Collector’s Edition (Blu-ray Review)’
May 15th, 2016 by Brian White
There was something a bit subliminal that drew me into eventually reviewing Dirty Grandpa on Blu-ray. Maybe it was partly my love of Bad Grandpa (see my review here) or my loss of my own grandfathers in real life, but it could have also been that ingenious swag Lionsgate sent over too (see below). You pick. However, I do miss my own grandfathers. The one was very wise and I wish I would have listened to him a lot more. He had a lot of valuable life lessons that went in one ear and completely out the other. And after taking in Dirty Grandfather for the very first time, I could totally see my other grandfather nailing De Niro’s role. That’s the kind of “dirty,” lovable guy he was. R.I.P. guys. Continue reading ‘Dirty Grandpa – Unrated (Blu-ray Review)’
May 15th, 2016 by Brandon Peters
Shout! Factory will Journey To Space for its first foray into a line of new, immersive, Giant Screen films in the visually stunning 4K Ultra HD™ format. The film will be released June 7, 2016, on Blu-ray, and in a 4K UHD + 3D Blu-ray + Blu-ray 2-disc combo. This dazzling film illustrates just how exciting and ambitious NASA’s next era promises to be. In showcasing the goals NASA and the space industry are working towards, including space travel to Mars and capturing asteroids, the film puts an end to the perception that the space program died with the end of the Space Shuttle Program. Journey To Space is co-produced by K2 Films, Inc. and Giant Screen Films. The film is written and directed by Mark Krenzien, produced by Don Kempf, Mark Kresser and Andy Wood, co-produced by Ed Capelle, executive produced by Bob Kresser and edited by Dale Beldin. Continue reading ‘Journey To Space (Blu-ray Review)’
May 14th, 2016 by Brandon Peters
Frankie Muniz (TV’s Malcolm in the Middle) returns as adolescent agent Cody Banks in Agent Cody Banks 2: Destination London. Directed by Kevin Allen (Twin Town) from the screenplay by Don Rhymer (story by Rhymer, Harald Zwart & Dylan Sellers based on the characters created by Jeffrey Jurgensen), Agent Cody Banks 2: Destination London co-stars Keith David (Road House) as the CIA Director and Cynthia Stevenson (The Player) as Cody’s mother, reprising their Agent Cody Banks roles. In this sequel we are introduced to new cast members Anthony Anderson (TV’s Black-ish), Hannah Spearritt (Seed of Chucky) & James Faulkner (TV’s Da Vinci’s Demons). The film is debuting for the very first time on Blu-ray May 24th, along with its predecessor, courtesy of Olive Films. Continue reading ‘Agent Cody Banks 2: Destination London (Blu-ray Review)’
May 11th, 2016 by Brandon Peters
Directed by Harald Zwart (The Karate Kid) from a screenplay by Scott Alexander, Larry Karaszewski, Zack Stentz and Ashley Edward Miller, Agent Cody Banks Frankie Muniz (Malcolm In The Middle), Angie Harmon (Rizzoli & Isles), Hilary Duff (Cheaper By The Dozen), Ian McShane (Deadwood), Martin Donovan (Trust). The film co-stars Keith David (Larger Than Life), Cynthia Stevenson (The Player) and Darrell Hammond (TV’s Saturday Night Live). The popularity of Agent Cody Banks would spawn the 2004 sequel – Agent Cody Banks 2: Destination London – reuniting Frankie Muniz, Cynthia Stevenson and Keith David. The spy game will never be quite the same in the action comedy Agent Cody Banks.
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May 10th, 2016 by Brandon Peters
It starts as a game… and there’s no end in FRIGHT! A simple prank call turns into a night of person-to-person terror in I Saw What You Did, a movie that dials up the heart-stopping suspense! Scream Factory presents the Blu-ray debut of William Castle’s I Saw What You Did on May 17, 2016, complete with an all-new high definition transfer. Joan Crawford (What Ever Happened To Baby Jane?, Trog) and John Ireland (Terror Night) are among the stars in this chiller produced and directed by the great William Castle (The Tingler, House On Haunted Hill).
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May 10th, 2016 by Brandon Peters
Run Francesca! Run for your life! Oscar® winner Patty Duke stars in the tense and claustrophobic psychological thriller, You’ll Like My Mother. On May 10, 2016, Scream Factory presents the thriller for the first time on Blu-ray with an all-new HD film transfer, and complete with extras including new interviews with actors Richard Thomas and Sian Barbara Allen. Rosemary Murphy (To Kill A Mockingbird), Richard Thomas (The Waltons), and Sian Barbara Allen (who was nominated for a Golden Globe for her performance) also star in this “intriguing, tautly directed thriller [that delivers] a high level of terror and tension” (TV Guide)!
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May 10th, 2016 by Aaron Neuwirth
People familiar with Michael Moore are aware he can be a polarizing figure. The other thing to keep in mind is how surprisingly charismatic and affable he can be. While he has made his views clear in past films, there is often plenty of humor to be found as well. This is what works best about Where To Invade Next, an enjoyable documentary that does a lot to keep Moore’s views somewhat in check, while he travels the world to look at how other countries function.
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May 7th, 2016 by Aaron Neuwirth
This year features a variety of superhero films and it turns out one of the wildest, offbeat ones will remain one of the year’s biggest hits. Yes, while the world deals with the various universes being created by Marvel Studios and Warner Bros., Fox has been plenty confident in this break from their X-Men films to deliver a fourth wall-breaking smart ass who supposedly changes what superheroes are all about. That is not quite the case, as Deadpool is about as straightforward as it gets (with added blood and swearing), but there is fun to be had. Now the film arrives on Blu-ray for you to get closer than ever to him.
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May 5th, 2016 by Aaron Neuwirth
Nothing says great Blu-ray release like the announcement of a sequel or remake to lead to this happening. Soon we will have a follow-up to one of the biggest blockbusters of the 90s with Independence Day: Resurgence and that has led to a new release of Independence Day, complete with an all new transfer for both versions of the film, new extras and plenty of other things to make me happy. I am an unabashed fan of the film and it’s great to have a terrific new release of it. Dig in to learn more about the new edition of this alien invasion/disaster movie spectacle.
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May 4th, 2016 by Gerard Iribe
Minnesota, 1990. Detective Bruce Kenner (Ethan Hawke) investigates the case of young Angela (Emma Watson), who accuses her father, John Gray (David Dencik), of an unspeakable crime. When John unexpectedly and without recollection admits guilt, renowned psychologist Dr. Raines (David Thewlis) is brought in to help him relive his memories and what they discover unmasks a horrifying nationwide mystery. Continue reading ‘Regression (Blu-ray Review)’
May 3rd, 2016 by Aaron Neuwirth
Credit goes to writer/director David O. Russell for building a film around Joy Mangano, the woman who invented the Miracle Mop. It may be a surprise for some going into the film Joy, given how vague the marketing was for the film, but that’s a tricky subject to tackle. This clearly proved to be true, as star Jennifer Lawrence certainly puts her all into the lead performance that earned her another Oscar nomination, but the film is not quite a rousing success compared to Russell’s previous efforts. Now Joy has arrived on Blu-ray for a wider audience to look out for.
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May 2nd, 2016 by Shohan Cagle
Lionsgate presents Remember, starring Academy Award winners Christopher Plummer and Martin Landau. Plummer plays Zev Guttman, one of the last living survivors of Auschwitz who lives in a nursing home. He’s been sent on a mission by Max (Martin Landau), another resident of the facility, to exact lethal retribution on the Nazi soldier responsible for the deaths of their families. The problem is is that both Zev and Max are in their 90’s and Zev suffers from crippling Dementia. So with the help of Max, and a series of notes and reminders he struggles to maintain his memory and focus on his quest for vengeance.
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