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July 12th, 2016 by Shohan Cagle
This album is the very definition of “Garage Rock”. It’s played in a very loose and raggedy sort a way that has a lot of heart, but not much in the way of technical proficiency. Hater totally encapsulates the very essence of what was happening during the early “Grunge” era of the 1990’s. You can hear little bit’s of Soundgarden, Peal Jam, and Nirvana sprinkled throughout this album. Which is to be expected with a group that features members of Monster Magnet, Mother Love Bone and Devilhead. But that’s by no means to say that Hater is is just a rip off of more sophisticated acts. I’m just trying to paint a picture of what the musical atmosphere was like when this album originally came out. When you have a little background on a band as unconventional as Hater, it gives you a better appreciation for what they tried to accomplish musically.
Continue reading ‘Hater – Debut Album Reissue (Album Review)’
July 12th, 2016 by Aaron Neuwirth
A sweet, sophisticated, and funny exploration of modern romance, MAGGIE’S PLAN debuts on Blu-ray, DVD and digital on August 23 from Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. Greta Gerwig (No Strings Attached), Academy Award® nominee Ethan Hawke (Best Supporting Actor: Training Day, 2001; Boyhood, 2014), Bill Hader (Trainwreck), Maya Rudolph (Bridesmaids), Travis Fimmel (“Vikings”) and Academy Award winner Julianne Moore (Best Actress, Still Alice, 2014) star in Writer/Director Rebecca Miller’s (The Private Lives of Pippa Lee) film from Sony Pictures Classics. Gerwig plays Maggie, whose plan to have a baby on her own is derailed when she falls in love with a married man (Hawke), destroying his volatile marriage to the brilliant Georgette (Moore). MAGGIE’S PLAN was a selection at the Toronto International Film Festival and the Sundance Film Festival.
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July 12th, 2016 by Brandon Peters
Produced by celebrated B-movie icon Roger Corman and directed by the legendary Francis Ford Coppola, the macabre thriller Dementia 13 has been digitally restored from 35mm archival film elements, bringing its terrifying suspense to the screen like never before. The 1963, B-movie classic will be available on Blu-ray July 26 from The Film Detective (distributed by Allied Vaughn). Written and directed by Coppola (The Godfather trilogy, Apocalypse Now, The Conversation) at just 24-years-old, Dementia 13 is considered his first mainstream, “legitimate” directorial effort. Backed by funds leftover from one of Corman’s (Death Race, The Terror, The Little Shop of Horrors) other projects – on which Coppola worked as a sound technician – the fledgling director wrote the screenplay in one night, bringing Corman’s idea for a low-budget, extremely brutal, gothic-themed Psycho knockoff to life. Continue reading ‘Dementia 13 (Blu-ray Review)’
July 11th, 2016 by Brian White
It seems like forever since the mighty Aaron Neuwirth wrote of the manic news that broke at San Diego Comic-Con 2013 here, which surprised the six thousand plus fans in attendance with news that the direct follow-up to the very divided Man of Steel entry would not necessarily be a solo outing, but also would include the infamous Caped Crusader, Batman. Later on reports then quickly poured in that the film would also prominently feature Wonder Woman in a somewhat lead role and serve as a launching pad right into the fabled Justice League movie everyone has been asking for long before The Avengers became so wildly successful. You remember that George Miller incarnation, don’t you? So here we are some three years later. While I was not the biggest fan of Zack Snyder’s Man of Steel (review here), I wanted to come out of my initial theatrical screening of Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice with a huge a$$ grin from ear-to-ear on my face…and I did despite the mess the mass critics say it is. However, before we jump the gun and talk about what really went down, let’s kick this “Ultimate Edition” Blu-ray review off with the quote that gave both the boys and girls in attendance within Hall H at Comic-Con 2013 instant boners. Continue reading ‘Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice – Ultimate Edition (Blu-ray Review)’
July 11th, 2016 by Brandon Peters
vAcademy Award®-nominated Melissa McCarthy (Bridesmaids, The Heat) takes charge in the outrageous, hilarious new comedy The Boss, arriving on Digital HD on July 12, 2016, and Blu-ray™, DVD and On Demand on July 26, 2016, from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. The Blu-ray™, DVD and Digital HD feature even more fun and hilarity with deleted scenes, extended scenes, a gag reel, and alternate ending not seen in theaters! The Blu-ray™and Digital HD also feature even more extras including an exclusive look at Melissa’s original 2005 comedy performance as Michelle Darnell at the world famous Groundlings – the act that brought The Boss to life! McCarthy and Kristen Bell (Frozen, Veronica Mars) are joined by an all-star cast including Peter Dinklage (“Game of Thrones”), Kathy Bates (“American Horror Story,” Tammy) and Cecily Strong (“Saturday Night Live”). The Boss also features cameos from some of Groundlings’ favorite graduates including Michael McDonald, Steve Mallory, Ben Falcone, Damon Jones and more! Continue reading ‘The Boss (Blu-ray Review)’
July 11th, 2016 by Shohan Cagle
Everybody Wants Some!! follows Jake (Blake Jenner) who’s recently been accepted into a Texas college to play on their Baseball Team. Due to overcrowding, the city has procured housing for the team as they await the start of the semester. In the meantime, the boys are on the hunt to sow their wild oats among the local class-women. A mix of colorful personalities round out this ensemble cast. Though this is pretty much a “guys” movie, there’s plenty of “Baseball Beefcake” for the ladies to enjoy.
Continue reading ‘Everybody Wants Some!! (Blu-ray Review)’
July 11th, 2016 by Wes Middleton
There are some writers, some artists, and some properties which carry such gravitas it becomes all but impossible for a fan to pass by. An issue one of Star Wars, The Force Awakens, written by Chuck Wendig is a fine example. There was basically zero chance I was going to pass this book up. So it is with great disappointment that I must report that it brought absolutely nothing to the table.
Continue reading ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens (Comic Review)’
July 11th, 2016 by Brandon Peters
Fighting crime is a full-time job and Batman NEVER takes a vacation. That is until he finally agrees to let Batgirl and Nightwing take him on a long overdue trip – leaving Gotham City under the watchful eye of the Justice League in LEGO® DC Comics Super Heroes – Justice League: Gotham City Breakout. Produced by Warner Bros. Animation,DC Entertainment and the LEGO® Group, the film will be distributed by Warner Bros. Home Entertainment on on July 12, 2016 on Blu-rayTM Combo Pack, DVD and Digital HD. The Blu-rayTM and DVD releases will include an exclusive Nightwing LEGO®figurine, while supplies last. LEGO® DC Comics Super Heroes – Justice League: Gotham City Breakout is directed by Matt Peters and Mel Zwyer from a script by Jim Krieg. Sam Register, Jill Wilfert and Jason Cosler are executive producers. Benjamin Melniker & Michael Uslan are co-executive producers, and Brandon Vietti is supervising producer. Continue reading ‘Justice League – Gotham City Breakout (Blu-ray Review)’
July 11th, 2016 by Blu-ray Brian
Golden Globe winner Hugh Laurie (TV’s “House”, Tomorrowland) and Tom Hiddleston (Avengers Assemble, Crimson Peak) lead an incredible British cast in the intense spy thriller THE NIGHT MANAGER and now fans can bring home the original, uncensored version when it comes to Blu-ray & DVD August 30 from Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. Written by David Farr (Hanna, The Ones Below) and directed by Academy Award winner Susanne Bier (Best Foreign Language Film, In A Better World, 2011; Things We Lost in the Fire), this contemporary interpretation of John le Carré’s best-selling espionage story also stars BAFTA winner Olivia Colman (TV’s “Broadchurch”, “Peep Show”), Tom Hollander (TV’s “Rev”, About Time, The Riot Club), Elizabeth Debicki (Everest, The Man From U.N.C.L.E., Macbeth), David Harewood (TV’s “Homeland”, Blood Diamond) and Tobias Menzies (TV’s “Outlander”, “Game Of Thrones”). Continue reading ‘Hugh Laurie & Tom Hiddleston Star In THE NIGHT MANAGER on Blu-ray August 30’
July 11th, 2016 by Brandon Peters
Open Sign Productions is reaching out to its fans and viewers to help make the upcoming episodes of their horror anthology web series, PHOBIA bigger and even better. They want to improve their production to get it out there and to appeal to an even greater audience. And really, they’re not asking for much at all. The goal is a mere $5,000 for a whopping 13 episodes that will be produced in the next 12 months. They already crossed the $500 mark, so that’s even less now that’s required. The show is an impressive super low budgeted affair focusing on the different fears and such that haunt us all. If you’re not familiar with the series and want to know what you’re getting into before donating, fear not! All the episodes are available free on the Horror Hive YouTube Channel. Personally, I feel this is a great cause for some great talent and people celebrating the art of horror in the best ways. Keep going onward for more information. Continue reading ‘Horror Anthology Web Series PHOBIA Looking For Your Help To Enhance Future Episodes!’
July 11th, 2016 by Jason Coleman
Being a Divergent virgin, when I was recently asked about covering the Blu-ray release of the third film in the series Allegiant (out on 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack, Blu-ray Combo Pack and DVD on July 12 from Lionsgate Home Entertainment) my immediate thought was to pass. How could I review the third installment when I hadn’t seen the other films? The response was simple – Lionsgate sent me all three. So below is my rather unconventional, but series comprehensive set of three reviews of Divergent, The Divergent Series: Insurgent and The Divergent Series: Allegiant all taken from the point of view of fresh eyes. Included are the reviews of the films themselves plus my personal pick for the best featurette on each disc. (And with some discs containing up to four hours of features it was a daunting task to pick and choose to say the least!) And again for those looking for specific specs they are detailed and provided at the bottom. Which movie faction will I choose – read on fans!
Continue reading ‘Divergent / Insurgent / Allegiant (Blu-ray Reviews)’
July 11th, 2016 by Cameron Hatheway
For stringers, people who make a living arriving first on the scene and taking footage of crime scenes and ragging fires, they’re finally getting the cameras turned on themselves and their profession in the eye of pop culture. The film Nightcrawler debuted a few years ago, starring Jake Gyllenhaal and Rene Russo, and the crime thriller garnered critical acclaim and even an Academy Award nomination. Meanwhile in the comic book medium, writer Marc Guggenheim got inspired to write Stringers after listening to an NPR story while driving to work at CSI: Miami. Continue reading ‘Stringers (Comic Review)’
July 10th, 2016 by Brandon Peters
An unsettling spiritual shocker, The Binding shows the darker side of devotion when a religious family’s patriarch begins receiving visions of bloodshed. Written and directed by Gus Krieger, produced by Michael Glassman and Scott Hyman, The Binding presents divine psychological horror through a modern reimagining of the Biblical tale of Abraham, who was commanded by God to bind and kill his infant son. A young minister’s wife (Arrow’s Amy Gumenick) attempts to reconcile her foreboding maternal instincts with her deeply religious husband (Josh Heisler) and his increasingly disturbing intentions. Is he receiving visions from God or unraveling within his own delusions of grandeur? How far will a family’s faith extend when their blind devotion means their violent destruction? Praised for its intelligent design, The Binding became a critical favorite through its celebrated performances and cerebral nuance. Continue reading ‘The Binding (Blu-ray Review)’
July 8th, 2016 by Jason Coleman
For those up for some sick and twisted fun via a past foreign film it’s time to get your game face on – welcome to Forgotten Friday Flick! Today’s we’re heading to Thailand to highlight a film so cool, so sick and so utterly shocking that it promises to be an exciting cinematic experience you won’t forget. Broke? No job, no girl and no hope? Score some luck and play…13: Game of Death.
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July 8th, 2016 by Brandon Peters
You asked and now Olive Films—The place where film fans come first—has delivered. Introducing Olive Signature, a new series of DVD/Blu-ray titles for the loyal Olive Films fan. Highlighting cult favorites, time-honored classics, and under-appreciated gems, each Olive Signature edition boasts pristine audio and video, newly designed cover art, and an abundance of exciting bonus material. Coveted editions of the films you know and love, Olive Signature is our gift to the many fans, aficionados, and cinephiles who hold these films near and dear. Olive Signature, the standard in fan-centered entertainment.
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July 8th, 2016 by Gerard Iribe
A high-octane action film featuring 90’s movie heroes, explosive action and international espionage, Vigilante Diaries revolves around a team of black-ops agents turned crime-fighters led by a brooding anti-hero known only as The Vigilante. Missions of rescue and revenge take us from the mega-mansions and underbelly of Los Angeles to far away places like Iraq, Armenia, Russia, and the United Kingdom to introduce us to a cast of colorful, dangerous, and hilarious characters – Beverly Hills filmmaker Mike Hanover (Jason Mewes), a trio of Asian femme fatales, ruthless Armenian mobsters, and at the top, a pair of deep cover super spies hell bent on throwing the world into chaos. Continue reading ‘Vigilante Diaries (Blu-ray Review)’
July 8th, 2016 by Aaron Neuwirth
Currently holding the record of being China’s biggest movie of all time, Stephen Chow has directed The Mermaid; a slapstick, romantic comedy with an eye on the fantastical and a heart out for an eco-friendly message. That may sound like a lot, but aside from the lack of kung fu, this film has all the energy found in Chow’s previous hits such as Shaolin Soccer and Kung Fu Hustle. Now audiences will have even more of a chance to check out what has made this film such a popular hit with its new Blu-ray release.
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July 8th, 2016 by Aaron Neuwirth
The co-writer of Old School and The Hangover Part II has made his directorial debut with a road comedy that packs in plenty of comedic talent and attempts to make the most out of an ungainly amount of ridiculous situations. Search Party has a lot of good talent involved, but it unsurprisingly made little impact during its initial (and very limited) theatrical and VOD run. Now the film has arrived on Blu-ray where I had the chance to view the film myself. The results are not pretty.
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