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July 4th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
While watching various Magnolia and Magnet releases they would always show a preview of a tire that killed a bird using it’s telekinetic powers. I always dismissed it, because it really didn’t say anything. It was amusing, but never caught my attention. As all of these conventions started to come to my area, and fellow staff member Aaron Neuwirth reviewed its theatrical release, I became kind of curious. I loved the poster artwork. It was pretty stylish and outrageous. Then the Blu-ray came in the mail and I got antsy. How would I go about reviewing a Blu-ray whose main star is a killer rubber tire with destructive mind powers? I’ve done my best in trying to explain and review Rubber in the following article. Enter at your own risk. Continue reading ‘Rubber (Blu-ray Review)’
June 30th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
They always say that films featuring the identical subject matter come in two’s. This happened in the mid 90’s with To Wong Foo, Thanks For Everything! Julie Newmar and Australia’s The Adventures of Priscilla: Queen of the Desert. A little over fifteen years have passed since Priscilla made her debut in cinemas and she is now ready to be unleashed on the Blu-ray format! How will it fair against its contemporaries? The Adventures of Priscilla: Queen of the Desert is not a traditional musical, but does feature performances by men in drag. These things are only a side note, because The Adventures of Priscilla: Queen of the Desert is a lot more than just drag queens. Get on the bus and find out what all the fuss is about! Continue reading ‘The Adventures of Priscilla: Queen of the Desert (Blu-ray Review)’
June 29th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
So Transformers: Dark of the Moon is out in theaters now and Paramount Pictures in association with Best Buy are offering fans a special promotion. Best Buy is giving fans the opportunity to upgrade their ticket to a 3-D ticket with the purchase of Transformers or Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen on Blu-ray and DVD. If you don’t already own the first two films and were planning on getting them in addition to seeing the film in theaters then this is the promotion for you! Make haste, this promotion is only good until July 26th, 2011 and ONLY available at your nearest Best Buy. Continue reading ‘Best Buy Exclusive – ‘Transformers: Dark of the Moon’ 3-D Upgrade’
June 28th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
DVD fans, what time is it? It’s Adventure Time! This September, Cartoon Network Enterprises (CNE) and Warner Home Video will release the highly-anticipated debut of the quirky and outrageous hit television series Adventure Time on DVD with the release of Adventure Time “My Two Favorite People.” Touted as one of the “Best of 2010” by The Los Angeles Times, the animated odyssey follows a human boy named Finn and his best friend Jake, a 28-year-old dog with magical shape-shifting powers, on a series of peculiar adventures in the Land of Ooo. Continue reading ‘Adventure Time ‘My Two Favorite People’ on DVD September 27th’
June 28th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
To say that time really flies when reviewing Blu-ray discs would be an understatement. Has it really been 10-11 years since Original Sin premiered in theaters to critical dismay? It seems like only yesterday that this film, or the anticipation of this film, was creating a bit of a stir do to the steamy starring duo of beautiful people like Antonio Banderas and Angelina Jolie. I remember watching the theatrical trailer and thinking that they really pulled out all the stops in a traditional romance tale. Yes, that was just in the trailer. Now that we are in the present, it was finally time to sit down with the newly minted Blu-ray in hand and see if Original Sin was truly as bad as they had said it was. You may be pleasantly surprised at the results. I know I was. Continue reading ‘Original Sin (Blu-ray Review)’
June 24th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
IDW Publishing and Sony Pictures Consumer Products are thrilled to announce the launch of an all-new, ongoing GHOSTBUSTERS comic book series. Spinning out of IDW’s hit Infestation event, and featuring Ghostbusters: Infestation scribe Erik Burham, the ghost hunters from New York City are back with exciting new adventures starting in September. Helping Burnham bring this zany story of the dead to life will be fan-favorite artist Dan Schoening (Ghostbusters: What in Samhain Just Happened?!) and popular IDW Ghostbusters cover artist Nick Runge. Continue reading ‘IDW Announces ‘Ghostbusters’ Ongoing Series’
June 24th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
Forget everything you’ve ever seen in a serial killer movie and get ready for the chiller that stunned festival audiences around the world! Named one of Movieline’s Most Anticipated Films of 2011, Anchor Bay Films releases the atmospheric thriller A Horrible Way to Die September 6th on Blu-ray™ and DVD. Officially selected by such prestigious film festivals as Sitges, the Toronto International Film Festival and Fantastic Fest, A Horrible Way To Die arrives with an SRP of $34.99 for the Blu-ray. Continue reading ‘‘A Horrible Way To Die’ on Blu-ray September 6th’
June 23rd, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
There comes a time when you are given an assignment that you don’t really want, but deep down you do want if even for pure aesthetic value. Those “aesthetics” would be Rachel Bison. Whether Waiting For Forever would be good or not is secondary. There are those times where you just have to set aside your differences and take a couple of grenades for the team. This be those times. Reading and looking at the cover I am reminded of Benny & Joon in that it may be a modern day re-telling of that story with different, but the same, eccentric characters with added wit to spare. Whether that’s the case or not, I won’t make you wait for forever to see if this Blu-ray is worth your time or not. Come on in. Continue reading ‘Waiting For Forever (Blu-ray Review)’
June 22nd, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
Dario Argento, be thy name! Why So Blu and Blue Underground are back to bring you even more from the Italian master of horror in The Cat O’Nine Tails. The Cat O’Nine Tails is Dario Argento’s second film in the so-called “Animal” trilogy, but unlike his “Three Mothers” trilogy later on you don’t really need to see these films in any sequential order. They’re also referred to animal, because each contains a particular animal in the title of the film. The first one is called The Bird With The Crystal Plumage, then The Cat O’Nine Tails, and finally Four Flies On Grey Velvet. No, none of these films deal with any animals either. They’re also NOT horror films in the traditional sense. Argento didn’t really get into the traditional horror theme until 1975 with Deep Red. Argento’s earlier work is classified as “giallo,” meaning thriller. Okay, so without any more hesitation let’s dig into The Cat O’Nine Tails on Blu-ray! Continue reading ‘The Cat O’Nine Tails (Blu-ray Review)’
June 21st, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
Starring Charlie Hunnam, Ron Perlman and 2011 Golden Globe® Award-winner Katey Sagal, “Sons of Anarchy” Season Three is FX’s adrenalized drama about a notorious outlaw motorcycle club intent on protecting their sheltered small town against encroaching drug dealers, corporate developers and overzealous law officers. The club is equally determined to protect their ruthless and illegally thriving arms business. Hunnam stars as Jackson ‘Jax’ Teller, a man whose love for the brotherhood is tested by his growing apprehension for its lawlessness. Katey Sagal stars as Gemma Teller Morrow, Jax’s force-of-nature mother, who along with Ron Perlman as Clarence ‘Clay’ Morrow, Jax’s stepfather and MC president, have their own darker vision for the club. Chaos and confusion reign after Jax’s infant son is kidnapped and Gemma is framed for murder. Continue reading ‘‘Sons of Anarchy’ Season Three Rides in on Blu-ray August 30th’
June 19th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
All good things must come to an end, so here is the final Blu-ray music review brought to you by Why So Blu and Eagle Rock Entertainment. It is the David Byrne concert documentary entitled Ride, Rise, Roar. Yes, that is the same David Byrne of Talking Heads fame. His solo performance has been given the royal treatment in this high definition Blu-ray disc. Featured in Ride, Rise, Roar is an eclectic performance featuring contemporary dancers, Byrne rocking out, and several documentary segments. To say that Ride, Rise, Roar is anything less than interesting would be a major understatement. Sit back, or stand, and enjoy our review of David Byrne: Ride Rise Roar on Blu-ray! Continue reading ‘David Byrne: Ride Rise Roar (Blu-ray Review)’
June 19th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
This is part two of our weekend Blu-ray music reviews. You rocked out with Primal Scream on their Blu-ray release, well we are here to bring you some Sheryl Crow on Blu-ray. Sheryl Crow is on a roll. Not only is she a super successful singer who just finished a long tour across the country, but she has TWO Blu-rays coming out this summer! This review will be focusing on her 100 Miles From Memphis tour where the singer tried to bring a different flavor to her set list. Did it work? How did it sound? Did she look fabulous? All of this and more will be answered as Why So Blu and Eagle Rock Entertainment bring you Sheryl Crow: Miles From Memphis Live From the Pantages Theater on Blu-ray. Enjoy! Continue reading ‘Sheryl Crow: Miles From Memphis (Blu-ray Review)’
June 19th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
Alright, it’s time for some rock ‘n roll brought to you by our friends over at Eagle Rock Entertainment. My next three consecutive reviews (starting with this one) will be a trifecta of sorts. In this review we will be tackling one of the most influential bands of the early 90’s: Primal Scream. Then the lovely Sheryl Crow will grace us with her show at the Hollywood Pantages Theater. Then Mr. David Byrne will Ride, Rise, and Roar right after. This installment will be all about the boys in Primal Scream who played their iconic Screamadelica album in it’s entirety to a sold out crowd in London. It would be a day filled with color, dance, rock, and emotion. Sit back and relax while we take you to Screamadelica: Live on Blu-ray! Continue reading ‘Screamadelica: Live (Blu-ray Review)’
June 16th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
On June 28, Eagle Rock Entertainment will release Deep Purple’s Phoenix Rising – a two-hour-plus revelatory documentary including 30 minutes of never-before-seen (not even on bootleg) onstage footage from Japan. Phoenix Rising will be released on DVD, Blu-ray, and in a special two-disc DVD/CD package. The release is cause for celebration amongst Purple fans due to the rarity of material. Extensive interviews with keyboardist Jon Lord and bassist Glenn Hughes tell the tale of a band caught by circumstance into one of its most controversial, extreme and exciting eras of its long career. Continue reading ‘Deep Purple’s ‘Phoenix Rising’ on Blu-ray/DVD/CD June 28th’
June 16th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
When legendary classic rockers Bad Company performed at the historic British venue Wembley Arena in London on a beautiful April 2010 spring night, high-definition cameras captured the whole evening in all its glory. On June 28, Eagle Rock Entertainment will release Live At Wembley simultaneously on DVD, Blu-Ray and CD, through its Eagle Vision and Eagle Records imprints [Pre-book Order Date June 3, MSRP $13.98 for CD, $14.98 for DVD, and $19.98 for Blu-ray]. There was magic in the air as all three original Bad Company members—vocalist extraordinaire Paul Rodgers, guitarist Mick Ralphs and drummer Simon Kirke—are augmented by bassist Lynn Sorensen and guitarist Howard Leese. (Original bassist Boz Burrell died in 2006.) The set list is packed with every major hit, fan favorites and seldom-heard deep album cuts. The DVD and Blu-Ray includes a band interview. Continue reading ‘Have Some Good Company with ‘Bad Company’ on Three Formats June 28th’
June 16th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
It’s been a while since we reviewed a dye-in-the-wool raunchy comedy here at Why So Blu. Hall Pass is the latest comedy film by The Farrelly Brothers starring Owen Wilson and Jason Sudeikis. This is not just Hall Pass, though. This is Hall Pass: ENLARGED EDITION. Will the Blu-ray promise to be…enlarged? Okay, I feel weird now. Hall Pass also features Christina Applegate, and a bunch of familiar folks in supporting and cameo roles. I love my raunchy comedies like you wouldn’t believe, but it’s been a while since The Farrelly Brothers have done something worthy of note. Did they succeed with their latest flick or has Judd Apatow and his gang of misfits stripped The Brothers out of their raunch title belts? Read on and find out. Continue reading ‘Hall Pass (Blu-ray Review)’
June 13th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
A young family moves from their cramped New York City apartment to a spacious new home in New England. But this is no ordinary house in the country: the previous owner was the deranged Dr. Freudstein, whose monstrous human experiments have left a legacy of bloody mayhem. Now, someone – or something – is alive in the basement, and home sweet home is about to become a horrific hell on earth. Catriona MacColl (THE BEYOND), Paolo Malco (THE NEW YORK RIPPER), Ania Pieroni (TENEBRE), Carlo De Mejo (CITY OF THE LIVING DEAD), and Dagmar Lassander (HATCHET FOR THE HONEYMOON) star in this outrageous Italian shocker from ‘The Godfather of Gore,’ Lucio Fulci (ZOMBIE, CITY OF THE LIVING DEAD). Now Blue Underground proudly presents the definitive version of THE HOUSE BY THE CEMETERY: freshly transferred in blood-soaked High Definition from its original uncut and uncensored negative and loaded with exclusive new Extras! Continue reading ‘‘House by the Cemetery’ Is Unearthed on Blu-ray September 27th’
June 13th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
Liam Neeson, one of the most likable human beings in Hollywood, is back in the thriller-adventure known as…Unknown. *snare* Unknown stars Liam Neeson, January Jones, Diane Kruger, Aidan Quinn along with Bruno Ganz, and Frank Langella. Off the heels of the action packed Taken feature (which I loved) Unknown was set to keep Neeson going as the badass taking out the trash. Did Unknown succeed in that department? Continue reading to find out. Oh, and Unknown was shot in Germany. Das ist gut! Unknown will be released on Blu-ray June 21st, 2011. This is another early review. Enjoy! Continue reading ‘Unknown (Blu-ray Review)’
