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August 14th, 2017 by Jordan Grout
Experience the bone-chilling tale of supernatural evil when The Hatred arrives on Blu-ray (plus Digital HD), DVD, Digital HD and On Demand September 12 from Anchor Bay Entertainment. Starring fan favorites Andrew Divoff and David Naughton, the film centers on a group of young women who are tormented by a sinister force as they discover their house has a dark history. From a producer of Halloween, The Hatred Blu-ray and DVD will be available for the suggested retail price of $19.99 and $19.98, respectively.
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August 14th, 2017 by Brandon Peters
Warner Bros. Animation and DC Entertainment bring together two of pop culture’s all-time heroes – TV’s original Batman and Captain Kirk, Adam West and William Shatner, respectively – to voice the title characters in the full-length, animated feature film, Batman vs. Two-Face. Warner Bros. Home Entertainment will make the all-new movie available October 10, 2017 on Digital and October 17, 2017 on Blu-ray™ Combo Pack and DVD.
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Continue reading ‘Dream Casting Pits Shatner Vs West in BATMAN VS TWO-FACE On Blu-ray October 17th!’
August 14th, 2017 by Blu-ray Brian
Experience one hilariously wild night out without leaving home when ROUGH NIGHT gets the party started on digital Friday, August 25, and on “The Rougher Morning” Edition Blu-ray September 5 from Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. Scarlett Johansson (Marvel’s Avengers series), Kate McKinnon (TV’s “Saturday Night Live”), Jillian Bell (Office Christmas Party), Ilana Glazer (TV’s “Broad City”) and Zoë Kravitz (TV’s “Big Little Lies”) give laugh-out-loud performances as college friends who reunite for a girls weekend getaway in Miami in this shockingly funny comedy directed by Lucia Aniello (TV’s “Broad City”) and co-starring Paul W. Downs (TV’s “Broad City”), Ty Burrell (TV’s “Modern Family”) and Demi Moore (Charlie’s Angels: Full Throttle). Continue reading ‘Rough Night Gets a 4K Ultra HD & Blu-ray Release September 5th!’
August 14th, 2017 by Blu-ray Brian
Called “incredibly entertaining” (Daniel Eagan, Film Journal International) and filled with “non-stop action from start to finish” (Emily Engberg, ABC-TV, KSTP), director Michael Bay’s Transformers: The Last Knight explodes on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and Blu-ray 3D Combo Packs September 26, 2017 from Paramount Home Media Distribution. The groundbreaking adventure will also be available as part of the Transformers’ 5-Movie Blu-ray Collection arriving September 26. The film arrives two weeks early on Digital HD September 12. The cover art for the 4K UHD does look pretty cool below. Continue reading ‘Transformers: The Last Knight Crash Lands on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray September 26th’
August 11th, 2017 by Jason Coleman
Killing two comedy birds with one massive dissection stone, it’s time once again for a past picture and Blu-ray combo review all in the name of a hidden gem – welcome to Forgotten Friday Flick! Long before such fine works as World’s Greatest Dad (proudly on my top ten list that year!) and God Bless America, actor turned writer/director Bobcat Goldthwait debuted with this nasty nifty little ditty that exposed the underground arena of clown culture. And thanks to the good people over at Mill Creek Entertainment who have just released a 25th Anniversary Edition of said film, we’re gonna cover both the Blu-ray and the film Forgotten Friday Flick style all in one cool comprehensive column. So join friends Binky, Peppy, HoHo, Dink, Owen Cheese and various milkman scum as we head into the intoxicating world of…Shakes The Clown! Continue reading ‘Forgotten Friday Flick – “Shakes The Clown” + Blu-ray Review!’
August 11th, 2017 by Aaron Neuwirth
There’s no real reason for a prequel to a bad modern horror film to be this much fun. Those were the exact thoughts I had last year with Ouija: Origin of Evil, the prequel to the truly awful Ouija. Now I’m in the same position with Annabelle: Creation, a prequel to The Conjuring spin-off Annabelle. That film was also dreadful, but apparently making a horror prequel to these bad movies was the solution. It’s either that or adding young Lulu Wilson to the cast, as this little girl was in both prequels and seems to be doing well with films involving supernatural torment.
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August 11th, 2017 by Aaron Neuwirth
There is plenty to admire in The Glass Castle, an adaptation of the 2005 bestselling memoir by Jeanette Walls. The film is well-acted with a good handle on creating a look for a story focused on a family that spent years squatting in various homes. Sadly, the film ends up feeling too manufactured, rather than real when it comes time to show the effects of neglect as well as forgiveness.
Continue reading ‘A ‘Glass Castle’ Of Emotion (Movie Review)’
August 10th, 2017 by Brian White
Now I want you to ask yourself the following question. I really want you to think about this for a minute before answering too. Let it seep in and stew within your brain. Did we really need anther movie about this Conjuring spinoff, supernatural doll Annabelle? Um…no! The correct answer is absolutely not! What the world needs is probably less of these kinds of horror flick cash grabs, but like it or not here we are. I might as well get the introductions out of the way so we can get started here. Ladies and gentlemen put your hands together in wild applause as we have a treat for you tonight with the 2017 supernatural horror film Annabelle: Creation. Continue reading ‘Annabelle: Creation Continues The Conjuring Universe w/ Familiar Scares (Movie Review)’
August 10th, 2017 by Jason Coleman
Sorry film fans – a lesser amount of cinema covered this week as requests to see the very tasty looking Ingrid Goes West, saucy seeming The Only Boy Living in New York and questionable Open Water 3: Cage Dive went sadly unfulfilled. But thankfully what was witnessed by yours truly turned out to be some very interesting indie fare, all of which managed to do so much with so little. One boy’s obsession with fanged creatures, faith tested via bloody sword battles and alien tales of self discovery make up the three nifty notables in this weeks small but significant Encapsulated Movie Reviews. Check out the critical opinions for The Transfiguration, Pilgrimage and The Answer below!
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August 10th, 2017 by Blu-ray Brian
I’d be lying if I didn’t say that I have anxiously been waiting like a dog for their master to return home from work for the past several months in anticipation of Warner Bros. at least dropping a 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray release date for Wonder Woman. Praise the gods! That day has finally arrived! This is the day that Zeus had made possible! Celebrate the wonder when “Wonder Woman” arrives onto Ultra HD Blu-ray, Blu-ray 3D Combo Pack, Blu-ray Combo Pack, DVD and Digital. Gal Gadot returns as the DC Super Hero in the epic action adventure from director Patty Jenkins (“Monster,” AMC’s “The Killing”). Continue reading ‘Wonder Woman Whips Her Lasso on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray September 19th’
August 9th, 2017 by Brandon Peters
Loyal fans of visionary writer/director Dan O’Bannon (The Return of the Living Dead) know well the terrifying thriller from his 1991 cult classic THE RESURRECTED, based on the story by H.P. Lovecraft. The film stars John Terry (Zodiac, Full Metal Jacket), Jane Sibbett (Arrival II), Chris Sarandon (Fright Night), Laurie Briscoe (Breaking Point) and Robert Romanus (Fast Times at Ridgemont High). OnSeptember 12, 2017, SCREAM FACTORY™ Home Entertainment is proud to present THE RESURRECTED on home entertainment shelves. Available for the first time on Blu-ray™, this definitive release features new 2K transfer, interviews and revealing extras. A must-have for movie collectors, horror enthusiasts and loyal fans, THE RESURRECTED Blu-ray is available for pre-order now at ShoutFactory.com. Continue reading ‘Dan O’Bannon’s THE RESURRECTED Debuts On Blu-ray September 12th!’
August 9th, 2017 by Aaron Neuwirth
There was honestly never much of a chance I wasn’t going to enjoy another ensemble heist comedy from director Steven Soderbergh. Logan Lucky is the hillbilly cousin of Soderbergh’s Ocean film series (reminder: Ocean’s 12 is underrated), and it’s just as fun. And of course, only Soderbergh, who retired due to resentment towards the Hollywood studio system, would come back in a way that hardly suggests he’s not having a blast making movies with big name stars again. That said, Logan Lucky tries its best to show off just how unglamorous it is compared to the glitz of his fancier heist trilogy.
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August 7th, 2017 by Aaron Neuwirth
Saban Films is one of the recent distributors that have attempted to provide a home for more moderately-budgeted films, but the problem with something like The Hunter’s Prayer is the lack of any awareness. Sure, years ago seeing Sam Worthington in a bland action film would have made for an easy mid-September/January release, but the film was barely featured in theaters in 2017. I can’t say it’s much of a shame, as the movie has little to offer, but it speaks to a weird issue where this by-the-numbers action flick was only able to go so far. Regardless, the film is now available on Blu-ray.
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August 6th, 2017 by Brandon Peters
An uplifting and empowering coming-of-age movie centered on a determined young Maori girl, Whale Rider is an inspiring drama that is sure to captivate the whole family. Ripe for rediscovery, this award-winning film tells a poetic story that transcends the usual tropes of coming-of-age films, unfolding into a graceful tale about challenges of changing customs, community, and courage. Bolstered by stunning cinematography and smart storytelling, this touching tale makes its Blu-ray debut August 22nd, 2017, as a 15thAnniversary Edition from Shout! Factory’s Shout Select line. Bonus features include audio commentary with director Niki Caro, “Te Waka: Building the Canoe” featurette, a “behind-the-scenes of Whale Rider” featurette and more! Fans can pre-order their copies now by visiting ShoutFactory.com. Continue reading ‘Whale Rider – 15th Anniversary Edition (Blu-ray Review)’
August 4th, 2017 by Robert Jaros
When I saw the cover for this movie I was immediately not interested, a bunch of old men paired with the title Going in Style had me thinking it was going to be a movie about a bunch of old guys who do something extravagant one time then they die (or something to that effect). However, the reality was that this is a feel good and fun movie that you can enjoy either alone or with your family. There is a nice twist that leaves the viewer feeling like the apparent villain received the consequences they deserved and that the “good guys” received the positive outcomes they deserved, something I find increasingly rare in todays movies. For a remake of a 1979 film with George Burns, Art Carney and Lee Strasberg it’s a solid update made for today audiences. Continue reading ‘Going In Style (Blu-ray Review)’
August 4th, 2017 by Jason Coleman
Keeping the movie comedy coming we’re digging into more past picture hilarity in a bid to extend end of summer fun – welcome to Forgotten Friday Flick! Everyone familiar with icons in the world of farcical films needs to introduction to laugh-out-loud leading man stylings of the sensational Steve Martin, but this week we’re highlighting one of his lesser-known gems that fans may have missed. Seems an obnoxious and eccentric rich dame is looking to extend her life past death – and Martin becomes an unwitting participant. (Isn’t he always?!) Weird rituals, bewitching soul bowls, spoiled rich gals and one odd toilet flushing mystic provide the funny fuel for the fire in Carl Reiner’s hilarious romp…All Of Me!
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August 4th, 2017 by Jason Coleman
Back from vacation and ready to do movie battle with a multitude of indie outings, it’s time to dissect some smaller film fare for you fans. Taking on seven cinematic hopefuls this week with a wide range of genres and effectiveness. (According to yours truly anyway!) Romances during war time, horror houses with many sinister stories to tell, careful character studies, moms with moxie, gun-toting gals, shocking real-life racial events and a hundred year old werewolf legends make up the flicks covered in this edition of Encapsulated Movie Reviews. Check out the critical skinny on the flicks The Last Face, Volumes of Blood: Horror Stories, Columbus, The Bad Mother, House on Rodeo Gulch, Detroit and Lycan below!
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August 3rd, 2017 by Aaron Neuwirth
It may not have been painful, but The Dark Tower is not an exciting launch to the cinematic world fans have been waiting for. After years of attempts to bring Stephen King’s novel series to the big screen, the result is a bland shrug of a film. Despite the efforts of four screenwriters to do the best they could in crafting a story that functions as an adaptation, cinematic sequel and feature-length TV pilot all in one, there are few merits to take away from something that had potential to be trippy fun. The Dark Tower may have wanted to be the epic fantasy western fans were counting on, but it’s more like a film that sped its way through the waste lands of familiar ideas and dull action.
Continue reading ‘‘The Dark Tower’ Falls (Movie Review)’
