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June 9th, 2015 by Aaron Neuwirth
Here is a film I cannot wait for more people to have the chance to see. Hailed as “tonally flawless” (Wall Street Journal) and “one of the flat-out funniest films in ages” (Los Angeles Times), the “hilarious” (Vanity Fair) mockumentary WHAT WE DO IN THE SHADOWS debuts on Blu-ray and DVD July 21, 2015 from Paramount Home Media Distribution. Written and directed by Jemaine Clement (“Flight of the Conchords”) and Taika Waititi (Eagle vs. Shark), the film is a smart and witty send-up that follows an endearingly unhip quartet of vampires. Continue on to learn more about this upcoming Blu-ray release.
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June 9th, 2015 by Gerard Iribe
George and Serena Pemberton (Academy Award® nominee Bradley Cooper and Academy Award® winner Jennifer Lawrence), love-struck newlyweds, begin to build a timber empire. Serena soon proves herself to be equal to any man: overseeing loggers, hunting rattlesnakes, even saving a man’s life in the wilderness. With power and influence now in their hands, the Pembertons refuse to let anyone stand in the way of their inflated love and ambitions. However, once Serena discovers George’s hidden past and faces an unchangeable fate of her own, the Pembertons’ passionate marriage begins to unravel. Continue reading ‘Serena (Blu-ray Review)’
June 8th, 2015 by Brandon Peters
Oh those lovely Italian movies from 1980s. Find one cool, hit American genre movie and exploit, exploit, exploit it. Much of their fare in the decade were either zombie films inspired by George Romero’s Dawn of the Dead (But really set into motion by Zombie Flesh Eaters) or post apocalyptic wastelands akin to George Miller’s The Road Warrior. Personally, these are pretty trashy, but I dig them. They are great late night movies and can be fun to watch for reasons both intentional and unintentional. While knocking things off, they often try to push their own limits, making for an unpredictable and bolder adventure than your common popcorn cinema escape. Blue Underground is giving us three of these classics from director Enzo G. Castellari. Today, we’re covering Escape From The Bronx. Continue reading ‘Escape From The Bronx – Collector’s Edition (Blu-ray Review)’
June 8th, 2015 by Gregg Senko
Where comedy and drama are more universal categories, the documentary can be somewhat polarizing depending on the subject matter. In 1980, the USA Olympic Hockey team defeated the Soviet Red Army team for a shot at the gold medal game. This was not simply a grand moment in sports. It was democracy defeating communism. It was David, in the form of a team of college kids, defeating Goliath (professional-aged players with years of chemistry together). The documentary Red Army chronicles this event, but does so from the unique and previously unheard perspective of the Russian players. However, the content is not merely limited to the Olympic upset. Read on to discover the full attributes of this very immersive film. Continue reading ‘Red Army (Blu-ray Review)’
June 7th, 2015 by Brandon Peters
Oh those lovely Italian movies from 1980s. Find one cool, hit American genre movie and exploit, exploit, exploit it. Much of their fare in the decade were either zombie films inspired by George Romero’s Dawn of the Dead (But really set into motion by Zombie Flesh Eaters) or post apocalyptic wastelands akin to George Miller’s The Road Warrior. Personally, these are pretty trashy, but I dig them. They are great late night movies and can be fun to watch for reasons both intentional and unintentional. While knocking things off, they often try to push their own limits, making for an unpredictable and bolder adventure than your common popcorn cinema escape. Blue Underground is giving us three of these classics from director Enzo G. Castellari. Today, we’re covering The New Barbarians. Continue reading ‘The New Barbarians – Collector’s Edition (Blu-ray Review)’
June 5th, 2015 by Blu-ray Brian
From Walt Disney Animation Studios comes the Shorts Film Collection, an extraordinary new collection of award-winning and beloved short films featuring Disney’s Frozen Fever, starring Anna, Elsa, Olaf, Sven and Kristoff, and the Oscar-nominated Lorenzo. It will be available early on Digital HD/Disney Movies Anywhere August 11 and you can bring It home on Blu-ray August 18. Enjoy this must-own collection with all-new extras including an inside look at the Disney Animation shorts, featuring introductions and interviews with the acclaimed filmmakers themselves. Continue reading ‘Walt Disney Animation Studios Short Films Collection on Blu-ray’
June 5th, 2015 by Gerard Iribe
What can you expect when embracing your bad self is the only option? Find out as the thrilling journey of the Winchester brothers continues when Warner Bros. Home Entertainment releases the tenth season of Supernatural on Blu-rayTM, DVD and Digital HD on September 8, 2015. Supernatural: The Complete Tenth Season contains all 23 gripping episodes from season ten and is packed with over four hours of bonus content – including featurettes, commentaries, a Comic-Con panel, deleted scenes, and a gag reel.
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June 4th, 2015 by Aaron Neuwirth
I have had a love/hate relationship with Gotham this past year. On the one hand it has an interesting premise and certainly tries to deliver a graphic novel experience-come to life. On the other hand, the show was plagued with tone-related issues, character problems, and more. That said, the series was entertaining enough and audiences certainly tuned in, given the promise of a second season and plenty of other related announcements. Everyone will be able to see the show for themselves this September, when the complete first season of series comes to Blu-ray, packed with special features. Find out more about this upcoming release by continuing on in this post.
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June 4th, 2015 by Brian White
Let’s start this one off with act of admission. Insidious Chapter 3 isn’t exactly going to get any brownie points in the original title category. That much can be determined without even sitting down to witness the feature. And unlike the first and second films, this “third” chapter does not follow the timeline nor does it mesh with the conclusion set up in the second installment (although that’s not completely true). Instead, it’s one of those dreaded prequels! Boo on that if not done right! However, let’s not be too hasty and judge a book by its cover. Every movie is subject to a trial and that’s what we are here today for. It’s the critic in me versus Insidious Chapter 3. Who will prevail? Read on to find out. Bwahaha… Continue reading ‘Insidious Chapter 3 – The Rise of Elise Rainier (Movie Review)’
June 4th, 2015 by Brandon Peters
Oh those lovely Italian movies from 1980s. Find one cool, hit American genre movie and exploit, exploit, exploit it. Much of their fare in the decade were either zombie films inspired by George Romero’s Dawn of the Dead (But really set into motion by Zombie Flesh Eaters) or post apocalyptic wastelands akin to George Miller’s The Road Warrior. Personally, these are pretty trashy, but I dig them. They are great late night movies and can be fun to watch for reasons both intentional and unintentional. While knocking things off, they often try to push their own limits, making for an unpredictable and bolder adventure than your common popcorn cinema escape. Blue Underground is giving us three of these classics from director Enzo G. Castellari. Today, we’re covering 1990: The Bronx Warriors. Continue reading ‘1990: The Bronx Warriors – Collector’s Edition (Blu-ray Review)’
June 4th, 2015 by Brandon Peters
The good. The bad. The Satanic. Scream Factory proudly presents the Empire Pictures classic Ghost Town on July 28, 2015 in its Blu-ray debut. A dusty ghost town, seemingly abandoned, holds the lives of its original inhabitants in an animated netherworld for 100 years…
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June 4th, 2015 by Gerard Iribe
In the near future, crime is monitored by an oppressive mechanized police force. But now, the people are fighting back. When one police droid, Chappie, is stolen and given new programming, he becomes the first robot with the ability to think and feel for himself. As powerful and destructive forces start to see Chappie as a danger to mankind and order, they will stop at nothing to maintain the status quo and ensure that Chappie is the last of his kind. Continue reading ‘Chappie (Blu-ray Review)’
June 4th, 2015 by Brenna Smith
The critically acclaimed HBO series Boardwalk Empire is finally available in a complete box set, and while the packaging itself isn’t very impressive, it’s definitely an example of substance over style. For those unfamiliar with the 40-time Emmy nominated Prohibition-era crime drama starring the incredible Steve Buscemi, this collection is the perfect tool to dive into the compelling series. Continue reading ‘Boardwalk Empire: The Complete Series (Blu-Ray Review)’
June 3rd, 2015 by Brandon Peters
The Dark Knight isn’t seeking tricks or treats when Gotham City’s most lethal villains take to the streets on Halloween night in the newest DC Comics animated film – Batman Unlimited: Monster Mayhem. Produced by Warner Bros. Animation and DC Entertainment, the original movie arrives from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment on Blu-rayTM and DVD on August 18, 2015, and via Digital HD on August 4.
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June 3rd, 2015 by Gerard Iribe
Tom Hardy (The Dark Knight Rises), Academy Award® nominee Gary Oldman (Best Actor, Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, 2011) and Noomi Rapace (The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo) star in the riveting and politically charged serial-killer thriller Child 44, arriving on Digital HD July 21 and on Blu-ray™ (plus Digital HD), DVD (plus Digital) and On Demand August 4 from Summit Entertainment, a LIONSGATE®company. Based on the first novel of the international best-selling trilogy by Tom Rob Smith and produced by the acclaimed Ridley Scott, the nail-biting thriller is written for the screen by Richard Price and directed by Daniel Espinosa (Safe House) with a stellar supporting cast that includes Joel Kinnaman (TV’s “The Killing”), Paddy Considine (The Bourne Ultimatum) along with Jason Clarke (upcoming Terminator Genisys) and Vincent Cassel (Black Swan). Continue reading ‘‘Child 44’ on Blu-ray & DVD July 21′
June 3rd, 2015 by Aaron Neuwirth
It is a bit strange to go into detail about a movie such as The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water, but given that I was once a big fan of the series (and still chuckle when it comes up), along with being a big fan of the first movie, I almost find myself at odds in what is so clearly the thing to judge about this film. The fact is, ‘Sponge out of Water’ is the exact cliché of modern sequels, it’s not only bigger and louder, but also darker and grittier than the first film, and even features a villain who had planned to get caught the whole time, during the second act. Additionally, as opposed to the first film, which had a mix of the humor the series is known for with some kid-friendly morals, this sequel is more about anarchy and keeping a level of good-spirited fun amidst the constant craziness on display. With that perspective in mind, I had a good time watching this movie, even if it is more of just a random adventure, than something significant. Now the Blu-ray is out for one of the bigger hits from earlier this year.
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June 3rd, 2015 by Aaron Neuwirth
A teenage undercover agent discovers graduating from high school may be a bigger challenge than being an international spy in the action comedy Barely Lethal, arriving on Blu-ray™ (plus Digital HD) and DVD (plus Digital) August 4th from Lionsgate Home Entertainment. Released theatrically by A24, director Kyle Newman’s (Fanboys) film shakes up the teen spy genre with an all-star cast that kicks butt while making the audience laugh out loud. Read more about this upcoming release in this post.
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June 2nd, 2015 by Brian White
Entourage is going to be a hard movie to judge fairly considering I did not see a single episode of the 8 HBO seasons of the show until late last week. And to be honest with y’all, I really regret that considering the film picks up where the series kind of left off, chronicling the continuing career of movie star Vincent Chase and his “entourage” of friends. However, at least by taking in the first season of Entourage last week, I was exposed to Vince and friends’ remarkable world of partying and girls, not to mention the ebb and flow of the HBO series. I guess you could say that I was at least armed with the basics before going into the screening this past Monday night and like they taught us after school on G.I. Joe, knowing is half the battle (I hope I don’t date myself there with that one). So I’m going to confidently judge this film on its merits as a standalone product below, not some elongated episode of the show continuing on where the eighth season left off. Here goes nothing. Continue reading ‘Entourage Tastes Great, Less Filling (Movie Review)’
Here is a film I cannot wait for more people to have the chance to see. Hailed as “tonally flawless” (Wall Street Journal) and “one of the flat-out funniest films in ages” (Los Angeles Times), the “hilarious” (Vanity Fair) mockumentary WHAT WE DO IN THE SHADOWS debuts on Blu-ray and DVD July 21, 2015 from Paramount Home Media Distribution. Written and directed by Jemaine Clement (“Flight of the Conchords”) and Taika Waititi (Eagle vs. Shark), the film is a smart and witty send-up that follows an endearingly unhip quartet of vampires. Continue on to learn more about this upcoming Blu-ray release.
