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July 23rd, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
Today at Comic-Con, fans can catch a sneak peak of MONOPOLY®: Futurama Collector’s Edition designed by USAopoly and Futurama, on display at Fox Booth #4313. Even if you can’t make it to the show though, here’s a first look at the new game. This marks the first time that Monopoly gets the Futurama treatment, thrusting the classic board game into the 31st century. Game Description: Oh. Your. God! America’s most popular board game is getting a 31st century spin! In New New York, you’ll use your millions to buy, sell, and trade properties from the animated series. From Mom’s Friendly Robot Company to Planet Express Headquarters, you can also build Resi-domes and People Hives as you battle for control of the galaxy. Continue reading ‘First Look: Futurama Monopoly Unveiled at Comic Con’
July 23rd, 2011 by Aaron Neuwirth
2011 has been a great year for Marvel characters. Thor turned out to be a lot more fun than many thought and X-Men: First Class was a slick return to form for the mutant lot. Now it is time for the first Avenger to get his due, as Marvel Studios, director Joe Johnston, and star Chris Evans have all worked hard to introduce the shield wielding super-soldier, first created by Joe Simon and Jack Kirby back in 1941. With a lot of credit going to the retro look and feel of the film, Captain America has turned out to be an incredibly fun action film and a suitable lead in to The Avengers, which will bring many of these Marvel characters together in one film in summer 2012. Continue reading ‘‘Captain America’ Has A Star-Spangled Adventure’
July 23rd, 2011 by Aaron Neuwirth
Last year saw the premiere of the television adaptation of acclaimed graphic novel author Robert Kirkman’s ongoing zombie series, The Walking Dead. I managed to attend the panel at last year’s Comic Con, where I was able to see a first look at the series. If it were not for the insanity going on with the busy Hall H schedule this past Friday at this year’s Comic Con, I would have loved to have attended the panel again for season two of the now critically acclaimed television adaptation. However, I may have had trouble, since the panel for The Walking Dead was one of the most anticipated panels at this year’s Comic Con. Fortunately, I still had a chance to visit the booth on the showroom floor, as well as get a look at season two, which can be seen below. Continue reading ‘SDCC 2011: The Walking Dead’
July 23rd, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
Mallory Kane is a highly trained operative who works for a government security contractor in the dirtiest, most dangerous corners of the world. After successfully freeing a Chinese journalist held hostage, she is double crossed and left for dead by someone close to her in her own agency. Suddenly the target of skilled assassins who know her every move, Mallory must find the truth in order to stay alive. Using her black-ops military training, she devises an ingenious—and dangerous—trap. But when things go haywire, Mallory realizes she’ll be killed in the blink of an eye unless she finds a way to turn the tables on her ruthless adversary. Continue reading ‘SDCC 2011: ‘Haywire’ Trailer Premiere!’
July 22nd, 2011 by Aaron Neuwirth
Thursday at San Diego Comic Con was packed with panels and people, as my fellow geeks and I continued to make our way through all of the different exhibits, booths, and presentations. While the much anticipated Twilight panel certainly got its audience and hours at a time were spent by people in various other lines as well, including the panel for the awesome HBO series Game of Thrones (wish I could have been there), I did manage to take some time and see what Warner Premier had to offer in the way of their new and popular web series. The results were interesting enough as the panel included a new web series being produced by Bryan Singer and, more excitedly, a panel with the stars and creators behind the popular online hit, Mortal Kombat Legacy. Continue reading ‘SDCC 2011: Warner Premier: H+ and Mortal Kombat Legacy’
July 22nd, 2011 by Aaron Neuwirth
The idea of having a body double living your life with you, let alone taking your place when you would desire it is interesting. The subject matter presented in The Devil’s Double takes it to the extreme, as the son of Saddam Hussein makes the life of his lookalike a living hell, which is fitting, given the title of the film. It makes it more intriguing that the film is based on a true story, which could be seen as a sexed and violenced version, but still fits the bill of an intensely told tale, where a man is in quite the struggle to do what is right, despite being the representative for a man who is quite evil. The film is much stronger, thanks to its lead actor in a dual performance. While it only borders on greatness, the film is still a solid, if intense depiction of the life of the double for the devil. Continue reading ‘SDCC 2011 Review: It’s No Easy Task Being ‘The Devil’s Double’’
July 21st, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
Today at San Diego Comic-Con 2011, IDW Publishing announced an all-new horror series with acclaimed creators Steve Niles and Bernie Wrightson. FRANKENSTEIN ALIVE, ALIVE will launch in 2012, picking up right where Mary Shelley’s classic tale ends. “This is an idea that’s been rattling around somewhere in the back of my mind for a good many years,” said Wrightson. “I mentioned it to Steve and we started talking. In about two minutes I realized that not only were we on the same page, we shared a vision. I’m very excited to see this finally happening. It’s going to be lot of fun.” Continue reading ‘Wrightson and Niles Forge ‘Frankenstein Alive, Alive!’’
July 21st, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
Ken Burns’s and Lynn Novick’s engaging, entertaining and enlightening documentary about the rise and fall of the 18th Amendment debuts on Blu-ray and DVD when PROHIBITION arrives on October 4, 2011 from PBS Home Video and Paramount Home Entertainment. A fascinating story that goes beyond the oft-told tales of gangsters, rum runners, flappers and speakeasies to raise profound questions about the proper role of government, individual rights and responsibilities, PROHIBITION delves deep into how a society founded on individual freedom became a nation of scofflaws and hypocrites. Told through expert interviews, vintage footage and compelling images, the five-and-a-half hour film explores how the enshrining of a faith-driven moral code in the Constitution paradoxically caused millions of Americans to rethink their definition of morality. Continue reading ‘‘Prohibition’ on Blu-ray October 4th’
July 21st, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
Before they were superheroes, the fate of humanity depended on an extraordinary group of youngsters who went on to become X-MEN: FIRST CLASS. Based on the international bestselling Marvel Comics franchise, this box office hit bursts onto Blu-ray and DVD Friday, September 9 from Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment. For the first time ever, “X-Men” fans will have the power to choose a side between Professor X and Magneto with two versions of premium collectible Blu-ray packaging. Also exclusively on Blu-ray, fans receive access to over two hours of special interactive features PLUS ten Marvel “X-Men” Digital Comics including a never-before-seen “X-Men: First Class” backstory— redeemable through each Blu-ray’s unique packaging code. Continue reading ‘‘X-Men: First Class’ on Blu-ray September 9th’
July 21st, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
The off-screen craziness rivals the on-screen drama in the sidesplitting comedy SOAPDISH, celebrating its 20th anniversary on DVD October 4, 2011. Boasting an extraordinary cast of stars including Robert Downey Jr., Sally Field, Kevin Kline, Whoopi Goldberg, Elisabeth Shue, Teri Hatcher, Garry Marshall, Cathy Moriarty and Kathy Najimy, the hilarious comedy follows the outrageous high jinks of the cast and crew of America’s hottest soap opera, “The Sun Also Sets”. When an ambitious actress connives with the soap’s producer to scuttle the career of the show’s beloved star, nothing works as they planned and there’s enough dirty laundry to keep everyone in hot water. This comedy gem continues to be a fan favorite and the DVD includes a behind-the-scenes featurette and the original theatrical trailer. Continue reading ‘‘Soapdish’ Coming to DVD October 5th’
July 19th, 2011 by Blu-ray Brian
Greetings everyone! That magical time is upon us once again! No, not “Hammer” time, but the blissful, hustle and bustle of the one and only Comic-Con in beautiful downtown San Diego, CA. This year our entire staff is attending so you will be assured of a lot of exclusive coverage, photos and even interviews. This is my favorite time of the year and I am happy to be sharing the duty with all my fellow writers here on the site. Now don’t fret. I just wanted to make sure everyone understands that all Blu-ray reviews will be suspended for the next 5 days or so after today as we bring you the best in exclusive Comic-Con 2011 coverage. Make sure to stay tuned and check back often. Continue reading ‘Comic-Con 2011: Out of the Office Reply’
July 19th, 2011 by Jami Ferguson
Adam Richman and his seemingly bottomless stomach conquer food challenges across America. Get ready to watch Adam defeat the most monstrous food challenges to date. The five pound grilled cheese challenge at Melt Bar &Grille in Cleveland, Ohio and the insanely spicy ludicrous wing challenge at Chicken or the Egg in the Jersey Shore, and a lot more. I have a friend named Drew Maguire who would have been perfect for this type of show, since he’s never sat down to a meal he didn’t finish, regardless of the portion size, spiciness or time frame in which he was required to finish. Watching him eat over the years definitely prepared me for this show so it’s no surprise that I enjoyed watching this.
Continue reading ‘Man v. Food Season 3 (DVD Review)’
July 19th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
It is now time for a little video game to live-action-film adaptation…in high definition, of course. We are here to review Tekken on Blu-ray. I still remember playing Tekken all those many years ago (1994) when it was at the forefront of the one-on-one fighting game platform during the whole Street Fighter II craze. The characters were different and so were their moves. Geez, fast forward it, at this point, to almost TWENTY YEARS later and here we are with Tekken, the live action film! Will it do what many others have tried in vain to not do: Suck? Keep reading and find out! Continue reading ‘Tekken (Blu-ray Review)’
July 19th, 2011 by Sean Ferguson
World War I claimed the lives of 10 million soldiers and shaped an entire century. Narrated by four-time Academy Award nominee Kenneth Branagh, this extraordinary documentary brings the war’s horror and heroism to life in a way never before revealed. Rare archival film—meticulously colorized under the guidance of expert historians—makes the past fresh, relevant, and alive. In addition to these newly reclaimed sights and sounds, surviving WWI veterans share their experiences, personally testifying about life in the trenches, the terror of “going over the top,” and the courage and sacrifice of battle. Analysis by military historians, detailed maps, and excerpts from the diaries and letters of men and women in the struggle offer a full range of perspectives on this unimaginably brutal, bloody clash of empires. Continue reading ‘World War I in Color (DVD Review)’
July 18th, 2011 by Blu-ray Brian
Whenever there is a Spartacus announcement I just feel this overwhelming urge to drop everything I’m doing and tell the world! And you better believe…that’s exactly what I’m doing now! Anchor Bay Entertainment and Starz unleashes Spartacus: Gods of the Arena on Blu-ray this September with its first-ever 3D Bonus Feature! The two-disc Blu-ray set contains all six episodes and an amazing array of Bonus Features. You want to know more? I know you do. Check out the full press release below and pre-order yourself some Spartacus-sized fun today! Continue reading ‘SPARTACUS: GODS OF THE ARENA’s 3D Bonus Blu-ray Feature’
July 18th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
We are back and ready to bring you more cult-horror goodness from the good folks over at Blue Underground. The Nesting is one of their latest offerings on Blu-ray and features a remastered print and new lossless soundtrack. The Nesting comes on the heels of our recent Insidious Blu-ray in that they share something in common. A haunted house! Nice. Haunted houses are very cool…unless they’re your own. The Nesting will try to up the stakes on the true and tried myth. How will The Nesting on Blu-ray fare? You’ll just have to enter this Blu-ray review…if you dare. Continue reading ‘The Nesting (Blu-ray Review)’
July 18th, 2011 by Sean Ferguson
Since its premiere, LORD OF THE DANCE has been captivating audiences and critics around the globe and has grossed over one billion dollars worldwide. Now, as the Lord of the Dance tour returns to over 45 U.S. cities in 2011, fans will have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, when the internationally lauded LORD OF THE DANCE – the highest-grossing tour in the history of entertainment — and its creator, producer, director, and star, Michael Flatley, brings his vision to home audiences, giving the viewer an unparalleled sense of the scale of the show as never seen before!
Continue reading ‘Michael Flatley Returns as Lord of the Dance (Blu-ray Review)’
July 17th, 2011 by Sean Ferguson
Hollywood hasn’t been the same since Vince and his entourage came to town. Experience the wild celebrity lifestyle and true bonds of friendship when the seventh season of the Emmy, Golden Globe and Peabody award-winning comedy series Entourage hits store shelves, just weeks before the show’s final season premiere. Entourage: The Complete Seventh Season is now available on DVD and Blu-ray and the season contains all ten episodes along with extensive bonus features in a two-disc set.
Continue reading ‘Entourage – The Complete Seventh Season (Blu-ray Review)’
