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June 16th, 2014 by Aaron Neuwirth
One of my favorite films of the year: Sony Pictures Classics’ visually poetic love story from Director Jim Jarmusch (Broken Flowers), ONLY LOVERS LEFT ALIVE, will debut on Blu-ray™, DVD and DigitalHD Aug. 19 from Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. The film is the apotheosis of American independent film and underground music, full of Jarmusch’s laconic sense of humor. ONLY LOVERS LEFT ALIVE stars Oscar winner® Tilda Swinton (Michael Clayton, 2008, Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role) and Tom Hiddleston (The Avengers), alongside co-stars Mia Wasikowska (Lawless), Anton Yelchin (Star Trek Into Darkness) and John Hurt (Harry Potter). Set against the romantic desolation of Detroit and Tangier, this critically well-received fan-favorite puts an original spin on a well-worn genre – these vampires are mature, highbrow and charmingly ultra-cool. Read on to learn more about this upcoming Blu-ray release.
Continue reading ‘ONLY LOVERS LEFT ALIVE Arrives On Blu-ray This August’
June 15th, 2014 by Gerard Iribe
Fresh from prison for a small-time crime, reunited lovers Thomas (Pitt) and Rosie (Arianda) find themselves in need of cash. After hearing testimony from John Gotti’s high profile trial that mob social clubs are gun-free, Thomas and Rosie brazenly rob these underground spots operated by major crime families in the City. Unwittingly, they come across something much more valuable than money: a list of every mobster in the families. Now the feds, family members, and rival mobsters are on the hunt for the most notorious lovers since Romeo & Juliet. Continue reading ‘‘Rob the Mob’ on Blu-ray & DVD June 24th!’
June 15th, 2014 by Gerard Iribe
Ivan Locke (Hardy) is a man at the top of his game. A dedicated husband and father and a star employee at a high-powered construction firm, he’s the model of cool professionalism with a talent for managing complex situations. Driving home on the eve of the biggest challenge of his career, Locke makes a sudden choice to go confront the only situation in his life that can’t be neatly handled. He quickly learns that the cost of becoming a better man is high. Locke is a unique cinematic experience and gripping story of choices, consequences and a man who risks everything he holds dear in order to do the right thing.
Continue reading ‘‘Locke’ on Blu-ray & DVD August 12th!’
June 14th, 2014 by Aaron Neuwirth
The Signal is the kind of movie I want to support, despite finding some issues with it. It is an original science fiction story with mysterious aspects that unfold as the film goes along in ways that I found consistently engaging. The film ends up biting off a bit more than it can chew, but there is clear ambition in the filmmaking that I was happy to admire. I would not quite say that the style is placed over the substance, as it amounts more to needing to evolve as a screenwriter and a director, but I really dug what William Eubank was going for with this film.
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Continue reading ‘Tap Into ‘The Signal’ (Movie Review)’
June 14th, 2014 by Aaron Neuwirth
The boys are back, but not up to a whole lot that is new. Jonah Hill and Channing Tatum made good the first time around, as their unlikely pairing made for an even more unlikely success with their comedic take on the 80s undercover cop series, 21 Jump Street. Now we have the sequel, fittingly named 22 Jump Street, which follows our heroes to an undercover assignment, where they must pose as college students, but things do not feel all that different from the first assignment/film. The jokes are there, the chemistry is still strong, and the self-awareness of being a sequel is fun and all, but I did not walk away having that same level of enthusiasm that I had for the first go around.
Continue reading ‘Similar, But Across The Road We Have ‘22 Jump Street’ (Movie Review)’
June 13th, 2014 by Gerard Iribe
You know me, I’m always for some good television, especially shows that deal with the nitty gritty of the streets of Los Angeles. I also like police drama shows and such. I understand that Major Crimes is a spin-off show from The Closer, which I never saw an episode of. I saw that it ran for almost ten years. Some of the old cast have to transferred to Major Crimes, which is cool with me. The complete second season on DVD runs at a nice and hefty 19-episodes and has quite a few special features. How will the overall product rank? Let’s find out! Continue reading ‘Major Crimes: The Complete Second Season (DVD Review)’
June 13th, 2014 by Blu-ray Brian
What happens when you see a movie billed as such? “Aliens, sex, alien sex and other gruesome goings-on are the can’t-miss ingredients for chilling fun in the truly out-there shocker Almost Human. I don’t know about you, but when I see something like that the first question I ask is where and when? Sign me up! This fo sho is truly some can’t-miss ingredients! And best of all, we have just been given two Blu-rays of this sci-fi slasher to give away to two lucky readers here on Why So Blu! Now tell me. How lucky are you all?! So say no more. Read on below all about this, we’ll call it an intriguing film, and learn how you can enter to win one of two Blu-ray prizes. Good luck peeps! Continue reading ‘IFC Films’ ‘Almost Human’ Blu-ray Giveaway Contest!’
June 13th, 2014 by Aaron Neuwirth
A very special opening awaits! In celebration of the June 17th Blu-ray and DVD release of THE GRAND BUDAPEST HOTEL, Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment is readying to unveil a version of the illustrious European hotel constructed entirely of Lego bricks! Take a tour, with trusty lobby boy Tony Revolori, in this video showing how it was built!
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June 13th, 2014 by Brandon Peters
Anchor Bay and Scream Factory have unveiled the art to their joint ventured and insanely impressive Halloween box set combining every film in the series with 15 discs of content. And yeah, it’s really awesome. This art just says “Who cares if your set was first, Freddy?”, “Suck on that tin case, Jason”, “Haha, cute, Chucky. Thanks for trying.” This is why the independent distributors need to get ahold of these type of titles if the big studio isn’t gonna put forth an effort. This incredibly groovy set (which likely already has a downpayment on my #1 spot for my 2014 Best of list) comes out September 23rd. Pre-order it below (thanks to those who already have, you’re awesome!). I’ll quit yapping, so you can scope out this awesome spectacle! Continue reading ‘BEHOLD! HALLOWEEN: THE COMPLETE COLLECTION Box Art Revealed!’
June 13th, 2014 by Brandon Peters
Happy Friday the 13th, Why So Blu’ers! Tonight, for FREE(!!!) Scream Factory will have a live communal streaming screening of the 1980s fright classic NIGHT OF THE DEMONS. You all already know I love this movie and highly recommend it, so I’ll spare you the gloating. But, I joined in last Friday when the Drive-In series did Assault On Precinct 13 and it was a total blast. They show vintage trailers and commercials like you would an actual Drive-In. Plus the film is intercut with brand new interview materials with the director. So last week you got some fresh John Carpenter speak, tonight you’ll get Kevin Tenney (who is actually an underrated director to hear speak). The fun starts at 10pm on the east coast and 7pm for the west coasters. Tune-in and tweet your socks off while you enjoy a top notch communal presentation of a top notch 80s horror flick! Angela invites you to the party of NIGHT OF THE DEMONS! Continue reading ‘TUNE IN TONIGHT: Summer Of Fear Drive In Presents – NIGHT OF THE DEMONS’
June 13th, 2014 by Aaron Neuwirth
It is amazing how things work sometimes. How To Train Your Dragon gets credit for being a sleeper success, as many were not thrilled by the marketing, but it ended up making big bucks and spawning a whole franchise (sequels, TV shows, etc.). I was actually quite intrigued by the trailers for the first film and the amazing reviews set my hopes even higher, yet I was only just okay with the first installment, despite its mature story and fantastic sense of filmmaking within the bounds of an animated feature. Now we have How to Train Your Dragon 2, which I found to be immensely entertaining and satisfying on pretty much every level. This is a film that capitalizes on what made the first film work and completely expands upon the world introduced to us the first time around in an effort to make a truly worthwhile sequel that could satisfy nearly anyone.
Continue reading ‘‘How To Train Your Dragon 2’ Take You To The Theater Immediately (Movie Review)’
June 12th, 2014 by Brian White
It should be no surprise to anyone that the dynamic duo, hilarious tag team of Jonah Hill and Channing Tatum, are back on the big screen reprising their respective roles from 2012 in the appropriately titled 22 Jump Street (I’ll expand upon that more down below). I last talked about 21 Jump Street in my Blu-ray review over here in 2012 and I’m happy to report that I still have not seen a single episode from the original television series, but I’ve studied enough pop culture and seen enough comedies to pick up on references here and there. I’m smart like that. However, make no mistake. I wasn’t looking forward to this one very much. Like the sequel to the original Hangover film I had my doubts and wondered if this second outing would simply be a cash grab with the same story, etc. set in a different locale. Even if it was, I’d probably laugh, but I’m a movie critic and I want more. I deserve more. Hear me roar! So the question that really matters is did I get what I was looking for? Oh yeah! I got that and so much more! Continue reading ‘Jump Across the Street to ’22 Jump Street’ For a Jumping Good Time! (Movie Review)’
June 12th, 2014 by Brian White
While I tend to be a very impatient fellow who’s always wanting something else as fast as it can be handed to me, there are some things worth the wait. There are such things as the perfect film. Lightning can surely strike the same place twice. And for those reasons and so many more, that’s why were gathered here today. We’re here today to discuss my favorite film of 2014 thus far, How To Train Your Dragon 2. Quite frankly, I don’t care if I ruin the rest of the review by bestowing my feelings upon you this early within. How To Train Your Dragon 2 was about as perfect as they come in my opinion, a film the whole family (young and old) can rally behind and truly enjoy. The filmmakers broke the mold when they crafted the first one in 2010 and this second one is “the Holy Grail” or The Empire Strikes Back of which all sequels should strive to live up to. It really doesn’t get any simpler than this. Now that the origin story was told some four years ago, there’s a whole new world to explore within How To Train Your Dragon 2 and let me assure you, the stakes have never been higher. Continue reading ‘Fly High And Soar Through The Heavens With ‘How To Train Your Dragon 2’ (Movie Review)’
June 12th, 2014 by Brandon Peters
Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the wishlist!
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June 12th, 2014 by Gerard Iribe
The exhilarating and terrifying journey of the Winchester brothers continues as Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Group delivers the ninth season of Supernatural on Blu-ray™ and DVD on September 9, 2014. Supernatural: The Complete Ninth Season contains all 23 gripping episodes from Season Nine and is packed with over four hours of bonus content – including featurettes, commentaries, a Comic-Con panel, deleted scenes, and a gag reel. Fans that purchase the Blu-ray™ will also have access to a Digital HD copy of all 23 episodes. How do you deal with a fallout of heavenly proportions? With the angelic Host’s descent to Earth, Sam and Dean are now facing a world inhabited by thousands of powerful beings, who soon form their own chaotic agendas. Before tackling the threat of the “loose nukes” roaming the globe, however, the Winchesters engage in their most personal conflict yet. Meanwhile, Castiel finds he’s more vulnerable – and yet capable of more humanity – than ever. As the threat escalates, a way must be found to reopen the gates of Heaven and head off a demon insurrection in Hell. The whole time, darkness leaves its mark on Dean, but has he finally crossed the line to protect his family? The excitement of this 23-episode ninth season is positively epic. Continue reading ‘‘Supernatural’ The Complete Ninth Season on Blu-ray & DVD September 9th!’
June 11th, 2014 by Brian White
Let’s get one thing straight from the start. When I went into the press screening earlier this year I was completely against this movie. While it looked unique and looked like it could be fun, I just did not want to invest the time in it and regret it later because you know life’s too short, yada, yada, yada. How could they possibly tie all these different brands together and cohesively make it all work? But then again I thought, what IF this was really good? What IF I would be missing out on something really special? Quite frankly, that’s too many what ifs for me. I must admit that I had a small glimmer of hope that I just might like this one because like the tagline says, it’s the story of a nobody who save everybody. That’s me! And anyway, aren’t all great movies like billed this? So I figured as long as The LEGO Movie can take me on a journey through the eyes of a hero and I fall for his character arc then just maybe I might be able to have a good time with this one. If not, then there was always the promise of popcorn to be had! So as nonsensical as this first paragraph really is, what do you say we talk about some LEGOs…on Blu-ray? Continue reading ‘The LEGO Movie: Everything Is Awesome Edition (Blu-ray Review)’
June 11th, 2014 by Blu-ray Brian
I got to admit, although I have not tuned in the past two seasons I used to love The Vampire Diaries as evident from my Comic-Con coverage years ago here and Season 1 Blu-ray review here. And now the gorgeous gang is back! So make sure you get your fix on the DVD or Blu-ray Combo Pack when Season 5 of the hit CW television show debuts this September 9th loaded with all 22 episodes plus three featurettes, deleted scenes and a gag reel. For the most complete information about this release make sure you check out the full press release below courtesy of Warner Bros. Don’t get bit! Continue reading ‘The Vampire Diaries: The Complete Fifth Season Blu-ray Announcement!’
June 11th, 2014 by Brandon Peters
Go behind-the-scenes and beneath the streets to discover the real origin story of four of pop culture’s most enduring heroes in the captivating new film TURTLE POWER: The Definitive History of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, debuting on DVD, VOD and Digital HD August 12, 2014 from Paramount Home Media Distribution. Written and directed by Randall Lobb, the film chronicles the birth of a franchise and reveals the remarkable journey of four of the most unlikely super heroes of all time. Celebrate the 30th anniversary of Leonardo, Donatello, Michelangelo and Raphael with this must-see documentary and the August 8th theatrical debut of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles starring Megan Fox and Will Arnett.
Continue reading ‘Go Ninja Go! TURTLE POWER, The Documentary On The History Of TMNT Hits DVD Aug 12!’
One of my favorite films of the year: Sony Pictures Classics’ visually poetic love story from Director Jim Jarmusch (Broken Flowers), ONLY LOVERS LEFT ALIVE, will debut on Blu-ray™, DVD and DigitalHD Aug. 19 from Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. The film is the apotheosis of American independent film and underground music, full of Jarmusch’s laconic sense of humor. ONLY LOVERS LEFT ALIVE stars Oscar winner® Tilda Swinton (Michael Clayton, 2008, Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role) and Tom Hiddleston (The Avengers), alongside co-stars Mia Wasikowska (Lawless), Anton Yelchin (Star Trek Into Darkness) and John Hurt (Harry Potter). Set against the romantic desolation of Detroit and Tangier, this critically well-received fan-favorite puts an original spin on a well-worn genre – these vampires are mature, highbrow and charmingly ultra-cool. Read on to learn more about this upcoming Blu-ray release.
