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July 29th, 2014 by Aaron Neuwirth
Best described as existential Mad Max, The Rover is coming to Blu-ray soon and certainly left an impression after I had initially seen it. Maybe I’ll have more to say when I check it out again. Here’s this: Fueled by engaging performances from Golden Globe® nominee Guy Pearce (Memento, L.A. Confidential) and what Variety calls “a career-redefining performance from Robert Pattinson” (The Twilight Saga franchise, Cosmopolis), The Rover arrives on Blu-ray™ Disc (plus Digital HD) and DVD (plus Digital) September 23 from Lionsgate Home Entertainment. The tension-filled film, which was released theatrically by A24, was an Official Selection of the 2014 Cannes Film Festival. The Rover, directed by visionary writer/director David Michôd (Animal Kingdom), also stars Scoot McNairy (TV’s “Halt and Catch Fire,” upcoming Gone Girl). Continue on to learn more about this upcoming Blu-ray release.
Continue reading ‘Guy Pearce And Robert Pattinson Star In The Rover Arriving On Blu-ray This September’
July 29th, 2014 by Aaron Neuwirth
It is fitting that many of the struggles surrounding Noah, a big-budget studio epic that retells the story of Biblical hero Noah and his giant ark, is based around men with power. This story of course deals with how power has basically corrupted man and Noah is tasked with assisting in helping the world start anew and while I would not suggest that needs to happen again (I am not too fond of endless floods), the fact that one of the men with the power over this film is acclaimed filmmaker Darren Aronofsky (Black Swan, The Wrestler) makes things very interesting. The curiosity of those on the outside will either be how “religious” this film ends up seeming or whether or not it has more up its sleeve than being a slick update of a production fit for Cecil B. DeMille. One thing is certain: Noah is both unlike anything Aronofsky has attempted before and exactly the kind of film he would make, based on this story. Now the film has a technically fantastic Blu-ray to dig into.
Continue reading ‘Noah (Blu-ray Review)’
July 29th, 2014 by Brandon Peters
Narrated by Katie Couric, FED UP blows the lid off everything we thought we knew about food and exercise, revealing a 30-year campaign by the food industry – aided by the U.S. government – to mislead and confuse the American public. Exposing the hidden truths contributing to one of the largest health epidemics in history, the film follows a group of families battling to lead healthier lives – and reveals why the conventional wisdom of “exercise and eat right” is not ringing true for millions of people struggling with diabetes, childhood obesity and other serious conditions. Including captivating interviews with the country’s leading experts, this vital information could change the way we eat forever. Continue reading ‘Food Doc FED UP Comes To Blu-ray Sept 9th!’
July 29th, 2014 by Gerard Iribe
The devastating horror of a nuclear apocalypse is now reality and nine desperate strangers find themselves clinging to life in a farmhouse cellar, while radioactive fallout descends on the darkened world above. These would-be survivors face the nightmare of dwindling supplies, poisonous air and the greatest threat of all – the hordes of zombie-like refugees who want in. With each dying day, their choice becomes clearer – stay and let the makeshift shelter become their tomb or face the unknown terrors of the world outside. Starring Edward Furlong, Monica Keena, Andre Royo and C.J. Thomason, AFTERMATH takes a hard look at how far humans will go to survive. And it isn’t pretty.
Continue reading ‘‘Aftermath’ on Blu-ray & DVD August 26th!’
July 29th, 2014 by Gerard Iribe
With an unchanged line-up stretching back to 1969 and global album sales in excess of 50 million, ZZ Top continue to delight fans around the world with brilliant live concerts and great music. The band has made a number of visits to Montreux over the years, and this concert from the 2013 Festival is undoubtedly one of their finest live performances. The set list blends tracks from early seventies albums such as ‘Tres Hombre’ and ‘Fandango’ through their eighties blockbuster period with Eliminator and Afterburner and up to their most recent release and return to their blues roots with ‘La Futura’. The middle section of the concert features a jazz-blues tribute to the late Montreux Festival founder Claude Nobs with guest appearances by Mike Flanigin on Hammond Organ and Van Wilks on guitar. ZZ Top, the ‘lil’ ol’ band from Texas , are rocking the blues as strongly as ever!
Continue reading ‘ZZ Top: Live At Montreux 2013 (Blu-ray Review)’
July 29th, 2014 by Brandon Peters
Video game movies have yet to really “take off” like the comic book ones. There’s many attempts, but aside from the Resident Evil franchise, none have really taken off. They don’t usually dominate the box office and are usually met with mixed critical reviews at best. However, fans will tell you, these games have such great stories at the video game stage but they just don’t quite translate for some reason to the big screen. I don’t know what it is, but maybe they’re just more cinematic at the console level with interaction instead of being a feature film. Who knows. Back in the spring, we got an adaptation of Need For Speed. Its something that seemed like you could translate and then infuse your own touch as a filmmaker with. It was open for a story to be added to the car racing. However, this one didn’t quite stick with America, but it did do quite well with overseas audiences. It now comes to Blu-ray where maybe it will pick up some people that didn’t get to the theater to see it. Continue reading ‘Need For Speed (Blu-ray Review)’
July 29th, 2014 by Gerard Iribe
Paul Maguire (Academy Award® winner Nicolas Cage, Leaving Las Vegas) is a respectable businessman and loving father living peaceful life…until his violent past comes back to haunt him. When his teenage daughter is taken from their home, Paul rounds up his old crew to help him find her…by any means necessary. His search for justice leads Paul down a dark and bloody path of revenge, betrayal and long buried secrets. Danny Glover (the Lethal Weapon films), Rachel Nichols (G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra) and Peter Stormare (Fargo) co-star in this heart-stopping thrill ride that shows no mercy.
Continue reading ‘‘Rage’ on Blu-ray & DVD August 12!’
July 28th, 2014 by Blu-ray Brian
Can you believe it was 9 years ago since we last saw Sin City on the big screen? To be honest with you, I can’t believe that much time has gone by. And now there’s an announcement that possibly a third film has been green lit. All I can do is hope and pray that it doesn’t take another nine years to put it out. So if you weren’t at Comic-Con this past week, don’t fret. You’re probably richer for it and best of all…you get to read and see all the news unfold in the privacy of your own home without the mad crowds and overnight slumber parties on the convention center’s lawn. So without further ado, check out the red band trailer of Sin City: A Dame To Kill For shown exclusively this past weekend at Comic-Con. Who said you can’t have your cake and eat it too? Enjoy! Continue reading ‘The ‘Sin City: A Dame To Kill For’ Comic-Con 2014 Trailer’
July 28th, 2014 by Aaron Neuwirth
So there are plenty of ways I could go over the various panels I saw throughout my time at Comic Con. I have done so in a number of articles already, but all of this work certainly takes a lot of work. So, with that said, rather than recap the same panels in written form, which have been covered on the day and read by thousands already, I figured I would publish a couple podcast episodes featuring myself and friend/fellow movie lover/Comic Con veteran Alan Aguilera. The two of us took the time, during Comic Con, to go over our experiences from Wednesday through Saturday. These were recorded on Friday and Sunday mornings, with part 2 being a good example of how exhausted we were, after seeing so much. Continue on to listen to a couple bonus episodes from Out Now with Aaron and Abe (the podcast I co-host), which features discussions of Marvel, Warner Brothers, Paramount Pictures, Legendary Pictures, Sony Pictures, Sin City, Batman the TV Show, 24, Sleepy Hollow, Comedy Central, Adult Swim, and many other panel presentations, along with various stories, showroom floor experiences, and the craziness that was the Hall H line this year.
Continue reading ‘SDCC 2014: Out Now Presents A Comic Con 2014 Recap’
July 28th, 2014 by Aaron Neuwirth
My review of the NOAH Blu-ray is coming very soon, but for now, why not check out some neat info regarding Noah’s Ark and a new app, where you can build your own Ark. This might be a bit less difficult than making a real ark, so be sure to check that out and stay tuned for a full review of the Blu-ray for Noah. Continue on to see all this Noah-themed goodness!
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Continue reading ‘NOAH Blu-ray: Interactive Infographic and Mobile App’
July 28th, 2014 by Gerard Iribe
I don’t know who or what a Justin and the Knights of Valor is. The Blu-ray cover artwork indicates that it’s a CGI animated film and that Antonio Banderas presents it. Upon further inspection I see the voice talents of some of my favorite actors in the mix. Ok, now we’re talking. I decided to review the Blu-ray in a blind-buy sort of way with absolutely ZERO expectations and I am really glad I did. Will the kids love the film, will the adults? Can both age groups co-exist? Read on and find out if Justin and the Knights of Valor is worth your time. Continue reading ‘Justin and the Knights of Valor (Blu-ray Review)’
July 28th, 2014 by Aaron Neuwirth
Having first made its debut at Comic Con, the first trailer for The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies is now out and it certainly does the job of making this feel like a conclusion of sorts. While I have not been the biggest fan of these Hobbit movies, I certainly look forward to seeing them and appreciate a lot about them. Now Peter Jackson has come closer to wrapping up his second trilogy and appears to be doing so with a film that feels the most in line with Lord of the Rings yet. Also of note, this week is Amazon having a sale on the original Lord of the Rings for 68% off the original price. Continue on to see the trailer, the new poster, and check to out this deal!
Continue reading ‘The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies Trailer Debut (Plus LOTR Blu-ray Trilogy Amazon Sale!)’
July 28th, 2014 by Brandon Peters
Michael Myers was out in full force this past weekend to spread word of his new box set coming this fall at San Diego Comic Con this past weekend. So much in force, there were nine iterations of himself to cover the grounds. This band of Michaels wandered the convention halls and exteriors. Then, outside, they stopped people in the streets with their…stalking…slashing…chilling…dance moves? That’s right, Michael was the hottest thing on the dancefloo-sidewalk. Below is a video of this performance. If you haven’t pre-ordered this amazing box set yet, do so after the video clip. Its so close but so far away from being here! This video will help you while you anticipate!
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July 28th, 2014 by Aaron Neuwirth
I wish I had time to check out a lot of other panels, but it is nice to be able to see some highlights, such as this. I may not currently be watching The Simpsons, but I am sure a panel featuring the creators is a lot of fun. Even better is having Homer Simpson make his Comic Con debut, which is what you can see in this post. Continue on to see Matt Groening and Homer Simpson converse on stage at Comic Con and learn more about the upcoming season.
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Continue reading ‘SDCC 2014: A SPECIAL HOMER SIMPSON APPEARANCE AND A SNEAK PEEK AT “THE SIMPSONS” SEASON 26 PREMIERE’
July 28th, 2014 by Brandon Peters
Marvel’s Agents Of SHIELD doesn’t hit Blu-ray until September 9th, but today you have a chance to check out one of its bonus features. It’s a gag reel featuring plenty of goofs from the shows first season. Also, if you’d like to pre-order the show’s first season, a great companion to Captain America: The Winter Soldier, I’ve provided a link for you to do so below. Get ready for this release with some bloopers showing a lighter side of things from SHIELD. And of course, as always, “Hail Hydra!”
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July 28th, 2014 by Gerard Iribe
A celebration of both the unifying power of music and pursuit of the American dream, Made in America is an all-access backstage pass to the one-of-a-kind festival created by rap superstar Jay Z, and directed by Academy Award® winner Ron Howard. Featuring remarkable performances and fascinating backstage interviews with many of todays biggest music stars, Made in America shows how one giant celebration of music can change peoples lives.
Continue reading ‘Made in America (Blu-ray Review)’
July 28th, 2014 by Brandon Peters
Prior to this Collector’s Edition, those of us in the US have had a rare chance to see this film correctly. Its been available on VHS and DVD. However, that DVD carried over the 4:3 pan & scan aspect ratio. There was a Canadian edition that featured the correct presentation and it also came with a slew of extras. None of that would be found on the US edition that came out. It was bare bones. Pine not for that stuff anymore, as Scream Factory has come to the rescue with their Collector’s Edition of Ginger Snaps, giving us fans pretty much everything and anything we’ve ever wanted from this fantastic Werewolf movie. With Scream Factory at the helm of one of my all-time favorite films, this surely would be a treat. Continue reading ‘Ginger Snaps – Collector’s Edition (Blu-ray Review)’
July 28th, 2014 by Aaron Neuwirth
While there may not have been a panel dedicated to The Hunger Games in Hall H at Comic Con this year, there was certainly a Hunger Games presence at Comic Con in general, which was apparently also tied with Best Buy, among other establishments, as The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1 debuted the new trailer in various forms (via Samsung tablets in some cases) over the weekend. Now it is available to see online and while it is pretty simple, the little that needs to be done to sell a movie like this is being handled pretty well. Given the presence of Philip Seymour Hoffman, along with new characters played by Julianne Moore and Natalie Dormer, the potential quality is emphasized over revealing info on the plot, which served the previous two films quite well. The film hits this November, continue on to see the trailer.
Continue reading ‘The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1 Official Teaser Trailer Debuts’
Best described as existential Mad Max, The Rover is coming to Blu-ray soon and certainly left an impression after I had initially seen it. Maybe I’ll have more to say when I check it out again. Here’s this: Fueled by engaging performances from Golden Globe® nominee Guy Pearce (Memento, L.A. Confidential) and what Variety calls “a career-redefining performance from Robert Pattinson” (The Twilight Saga franchise, Cosmopolis), The Rover arrives on Blu-ray™ Disc (plus Digital HD) and DVD (plus Digital) September 23 from Lionsgate Home Entertainment. The tension-filled film, which was released theatrically by A24, was an Official Selection of the 2014 Cannes Film Festival. The Rover, directed by visionary writer/director David Michôd (Animal Kingdom), also stars Scoot McNairy (TV’s “Halt and Catch Fire,” upcoming Gone Girl). Continue on to learn more about this upcoming Blu-ray release.
