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May 18th, 2014 by Brandon Peters
It’s funny how film genres, trends, styles and such tend to come and go. A film like Grand Piano would have possibly or even likely been an A-List title in the 90s. It definitely would have been tops in the Hitchcock era of thrillers as well. Now, this high concept thriller film is best suited to be a festival darling with limited theatrical release and its big wide viewing coming in the Video OnDemand format. For someone like me who still loves this type of film, its sort of bittersweet. I’d like more options like this in the theater, BUT this type of material is only enhancing the VOD new release catalog and making that option more of a force to be reckoned with. Times are changing, and films like Grand Piano are making sure we pay more attention to and take the VOD market a bit more seriously. Some of the year’s more interesting stuff is now falling to that avenue. Continue reading ‘Grand Piano (Blu-ray Review)’
May 17th, 2014 by Brandon Peters
I’m pretty sure I’d never seen this version of Dracula prior to this review. A few things seemed familiar to me, but I wasn’t sure if it was this film I was being reminded of, or just that it was the Dracula story that I knew and other similar Dracula films that were in my brain. Anywho, this televised Dracula classic starring Jack Palance just got a brand new 2K transfer and is coming to your Blu-ray players in the next couple weeks. The Dan Curtis film was a hit when it aired on CBS back in 1974. How does it hold up in the sea of many takes on the legendary Count? How was legendary film actor Jack Palance in the title role? Come along with me as I take a look at this piece of horror television history in the new edition coming May 27th from MPI Home Video. Continue reading ‘Dan Curtis’ Dracula (Blu-ray Review)’
May 17th, 2014 by Brandon Peters
Magnolia Home Entertainment is releasing the action-packed adventure, Journey To The West, on Blu-ray and DVD on May 27. I was a fan of both Kung Fu Hustle and Shaolin Soccer, so I was interested to see what Stephen Chow brings to the table this time. I never saw CJ7 so I really haven’t seen anything from the guy since 2004 with Hustle. Journey To The West definitely has that same vein that Soccer and Hustle had, but heads off for a bigger, more fantastical, more supernatural adventure this time around. I had bit of a problem with the CGI in this one, but I think the idea behind and choreography of the fight sequences was impressive enough that the film is able to overcome some lackluster effects. Continue reading ‘Journey To The West: Conquering The Demons (Blu-ray Review)’
May 16th, 2014 by Aaron Neuwirth
Even knowing what this film is based on the trailer I have seen, my gut reaction continues to be, “What the hell is this?” Jude Law playing a jerk and bringing along Withnail & I‘s Richard E. Grant for the ride seems like it could be a lot of darkly comedic fun, but who knows. The film also features a neat cast, including Game of Thrones Emilia Clarke and The Bridge‘s Demian Bichir . I will find out soon enough what to say about this film, as it arrives on Blu-ray on July 22. Read on to learn more about this upcoming release.
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Continue reading ‘Crack the code with Dom Hemingway on Blu-ray July 22’
May 16th, 2014 by Brandon Peters
Based on the best-selling video games series, drive home with NEED FOR SPEED, the ultimate thrill ride on Blu-ray™ Combo Pack, Digital HD, DVD and On-Demand August 5th from Buena Vista Home Entertainment! The combo pack comes with never-before-seen bonus features including: deleted scenes, making-of featurettes and more!
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May 16th, 2014 by Brandon Peters
The Muppets are back in the globe-trotting, star-studded musical comedy adventure Disney’s “Muppets Most Wanted,” available on Blu-ray Combo Pack, Digital HD, DVD, Disney Movies Anywhere, and On-Demand August 12th, 2014, from Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment. Starring Ricky Gervais, Ty Burrell, and Tina Fey, this must-own family film makes its in-home debut with THREE versions of the film: The Original Theatrical Cut, the Statler and Waldorf Cut, and The Unnecessarily Extended Cut, featuring hilarious bonus content, plus more music, more mayhem, and more Muppets!
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May 16th, 2014 by Brandon Peters
Disney•Pixar’s favorite toys are back! Buzz, Woody, Jessie and the gang reunite with a new friend, Combat Carl, for a spooky tale full of mystery and humor in “Toy Story OF TERROR” on Blu-ray™ + Digital Copy, DVD, Digital HD, and Disney Movies Anywhere for the first time August 19th! The combo pack comes with never-before-seen bonus features that include parody vintage toy commercials, deleted scenes and lots more!
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May 16th, 2014 by Aaron Neuwirth
Easily one of the most anticipated films of the year, Christopher Nolan is following up The Dark Knight Rises with a film that is surely going to wow in some way. With a fantastic cast that included Matthew McConaughey, Jessica Chastain, Anne Hathaway, and Michael Caine (apparently contracted to Nolan for life), this is a film that is slowly revealing its true nature, but remains ever so intriguing, based on how grounded all the footage seems so far, with only hints at the extraordinary aspects that will surely be revealed in due time. Continue on to see the new theatrical trailer and poster for this upcoming film, releasing in theaters and IMAX this November.
Continue reading ‘New ‘Interstellar’ Trailer Presents Nolan-Style Wonder’
May 16th, 2014 by Brandon Peters
I’m a pretty big fan of Shout! Factory’s “Marathon” series they’ve been putting out. Usually four films with typically a common thread between them. Its films that maybe wouldn’t be attractive by themselves per se, but when they get lumped together they suddenly make you go “OOOH! I GOT TO HAVE IT!” I’m hoping one day they take these talents of Movie Marathons to the realm of Blu-ray, but for now they’re only on DVD. And, its not four movies crammed on one disc. No, no, its two discs with two movies on each. This time we’re getting the first of two (announced so far) Martial Arts marathons scheduled. This first one’s highlights include plenty of Sammo Hung and the second feature film from legendary Hong Kong action director John Woo. Continue reading ‘Martial Arts Movie Marathon (DVD Review)’
May 16th, 2014 by Aaron Neuwirth
It is great to see a movie like this treated with a level of respect. While Godzilla can be boiled down to a giant monster causing a rampage in a city, the fact that the film (as well as its marketing) has a level of restraint in how to actually depict the sort of chaos that comes with this sort of film territory is impressive. This new Godzilla movie has a lot more in common with a disaster movie than a science fiction/adventure story, but it respects the legacy of the 60-year old franchise. The film is incredibly satisfying in the way it confidently builds up to huge reveals, maintains a level of pacing fitting of the more memorable summer blockbusters, puts a great deal of faith in letting the atmosphere enthrall its audience into the story, and still be a lot of fun to watch. While the human-based drama leaves something to be desired, this is easily the most enjoyable Godzilla film since 1989’s Godzilla vs. Biollante.
Continue reading ‘He’s ‘Godzilla’, Hear Him Roar (Movie Review)’
May 16th, 2014 by Blu-ray Brian
So tell me. If a movie is billed like the following, wouldn’t you want a chance at winning a free copy on the Blu-ray format? “A stellar cast” (Jeffrey Lyons, Lyons Den Radio), including Oscar®winner Kevin Costner*, Oscar® nominee Hailee Steinfeld** and Amber Heard, lead this “undeniably entertaining” (Frank Scheck, The Hollywood Reporter) action-thriller. Costner plays a daring International spy with lethal skills and a hard-earned reputation for tackling the most dangerous missions imaginable. But when a seductive CIA operative (Heard) makes him an offer he can’t refuse, he’s forced to juggle his two toughest assignments yet: looking after his rebellious teenage daughter (Steinfeld), while hunting down the world’s most ruthless terrorist. OF COURSE YOU WOULD! Continue reading ‘Win ‘3 Days To Kill’ on Blu-ray!’
May 16th, 2014 by Aaron Neuwirth
Watching someone attempt to control chaos can be a very exciting thing. Fittingly enough, in recent years, I have now watched two major Batman villains attempt it. Obviously Heath Ledger did his best to wreak havoc on the fictional Gotham City, only to be nearly outdone later by Tom Hardy’s Bane, but now Hardy is attempting to control a far less grandiose form of chaos: the destruction of his own life. Locke is a wonderfully gripping drama about a man attempting to remain calm and coherent in the midst of his entire life falling apart. Set in what amounts to a singular location with only the physical presence of one actor, it is not just control on the part of the character, but the filmmaking in general that makes this film so compelling, despite its minimalist nature.
Continue reading ‘Locke Rides Solo (Movie Review)’
May 15th, 2014 by Brian White
If you were asked where would Hollywood be without another reboot of the famous Japanese film monster, Godzilla, how would you answer? I guess if someone asked me that, my initial response would be probably making another attempt at Freddy Krueger. But since things didn’t fair all too well for the slasher’s last go around, I would gladly have Godzilla back any day, that is until they reimagine Michael Myers. However, as usual, I digress. Strolling into this past Monday night’s press screening, despite the few negative reviews I had read, I was actually looking forward to seeing the big green guy stomping around like nobody’s business on the giant IMAX screen. After all, American audiences haven’t had any Godzilla sightings since Roland Emmerich’s take in 1998. Wouldn’t you say it’s kind of about time to welcome back our monstrous friend? I think so! I’m a big fan of the recent collaborations between Legendary Pictures (minus Jack the Giant Slayer) and Warner Bros. so why not? Let the good times…um…smash! Continue reading ‘Godzilla’s Bark Is Worse Than Its Bite (Movie Review)’
May 15th, 2014 by Brandon Peters
Bust out those bell bottoms,
Black Dynamite is coming home! On July 15th, Cartoon Network is set to release
Black Dynamite: Season One on Blu-ray and DVD! Based on the critically acclaimed movie from 2009, this animated series delves deeper into the man, the myth, the legend –
Black Dynamite, a lover,a fighter, a kung-fu wielding master.
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May 15th, 2014 by Brandon Peters
On July 29, CBS Home Entertainment and Paramount Home Media Distribution will release the ultimate Blu-ray collection of
the cult phenomenon from acclaimed director David Lynch and writer/producer Mark Frost: TWIN PEAKS – THE ENTIRE MYSTERY. This collection also features
nearly 90 minutes of deleted/alternate scenes from
Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me, directed by David Lynch. Additionally, Lynch made a very special “Save The Date” card exclusively for this release, and a behind the scenes image was taken of the director as he unboxed the unreleased
Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me footage.
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May 15th, 2014 by Aaron Neuwirth
We have seen Sergio Leone’s masterful western trilogy – The Man with No Name Trilogy – release on Blu-ray a few times and in separate forms, but now we have a new upcoming release largely centered around the new remastered edition of The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly. While the features may largely be the same, a new transfer for one of the best westerns of all time is a good enough reason to get excited, as films like Robocop and The Terminator, among others, have certainly been done proper justice with their new remasters, as of late. Continue on to learn more about this upcoming release.
Continue reading ‘Celebrate the best “Spaghetti Westerns” with The Man With No Name Trilogy on Blu-ray June 3’
May 15th, 2014 by Aaron Neuwirth
I honestly forgot this was a thing, but director Kenneth Branagh continues to explore blockbuster filmmaking with a live-action feature inspired by the classic fairy tale, “Cinderella”. It will bring to life the timeless images from Disney’s 1950 animated masterpiece as fully-realized characters in a visually dazzling spectacle for a whole new generation, Disney hopes. There is now a teaser poster and teaser trailer to accompany this upcoming March 2015 release, along with some basic information about what will occur in this film. The plot is no surprise, but the film does star Cate Blanchett and Lily James, among others. Continue to on to find out more.
Continue reading ‘Bippity Boppity Boom: Live-Action CINDERELLA Teaser’
May 15th, 2014 by Brandon Peters
Summer double feature month continues the wish…SHUT YO MOUTH! I was talking about the Wishlist. We can dig it! Who is the man, who would whine about movies not being on Blu-ray, man? BRANDON!
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