Archive Page 74
May 23rd, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
Eagle Rock Entertainment is proud to announce the simultaneous June 7 DVD and Blu-Ray release, through its wholly-owned Eagle Vision subsidiary, of Miles From Memphis: Live At The Pantages Theatre by Sheryl Crow. Featuring 18-songs in high definition, DTS 5.1 Surround Sound, the 2-hour+ release captures a standout show at this pristine art deco Hollywood venue. [MSRP $14.98 for DVD, $19.98 for Blu-ray]. Filmed in the Fall of 2010, the show captures the talented singer/songwriter—touring in support of her 100 Miles From Memphis album—fronting a powerhouse 9 piece band that swings through the best tracks from the record, and reinvigorates fan favorites with a soulful Memphis flavor. And there’s a little Motown in the mix too, with Crow’s 1994 megahit “All I Wanna Do” extended with a jam on Marvin Gaye’s classic “Got To Give It Up”, and a joyous rendition of the Jackson 5’s “I Want You Back”. Continue reading ‘Sheryl Crow’s ‘Miles From Memphis’ Blu-ray Released June 7′
May 22nd, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
MGM through 20th Century Fox is releasing a series of films that have been repackaged into their version of a digibook. The Terminator is one of these films. On the heels of its 30th anniversary The Terminator has been given this digibook treatment, but what else is packaged with the Blu-ray? Is it a special edition, does it come with the fabled restored print that Lowry Digital (rumored) completed some time back? All of these questions and more will be answered as you take a trip with us back to 1984 and see where it all began. We’re also really happy to be bringing this Terminator review to masses in general for the first time. It’s a been quite a few years since it debuted on Blu-ray. Enjoy! Continue reading ‘The Terminator (Blu-ray Review)’
May 22nd, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
Whysoblu.com in association with Cartoon Network is offering three lucky readers the opportunity to win a copy of Ben 10 Ultimate Alien Power Struggle on DVD! To enter the giveaway, readers simply need to fill out the entry form in its entirety. To enter a second time in the contest, readers who have previously entered on the WSB website need only add the official Why So Blu? Facebook page to their list of “Likes.” Entrants must have a valid US address within the lower 48 states. Readers are eligible for a maximum of two entries in the giveaway (one via this contest post, one via Facebook “Like”). This giveaway will close on Sunday June 5th at 11.59pm EST, and three randomly selected winners will be chosen soon thereafter. Please remember that this contest is only open to readers within the lower 48 states. Good luck! Continue reading ‘Ben 10: Ultimate Alien Power Struggle DVD Giveaway!’
May 21st, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
It’s DTV (Direct to Video) week here at Why So Blu where we bring you more than just your average popular release on Blu-ray; we’ve got DTV material too! In this installment we will bring you Sniper: Reloaded which is the fourth film in the Sniper quadrilogy that started with actor Tom Berenger in the lead way back in 1993. To be completely honest I have not seen parts two and three, so I can’t comment on those. In fact I don’t remember much about the original Sniper film either. How will the latest installment in the dueling sniper franchise stack up to the original? Stay down, watch your step, and come on in. Continue reading ‘Sniper: Reloaded (Blu-ray Review)’
May 20th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
In this star-studded, black-hearted spy thriller directed and co-written by the legendary John Huston (The Maltese Falcon, The African Queen), a potentially catastrophic diplomatic letter from the CIA must be recovered at all costs. Drafted in is Rone (Patrick O’Neal), a young agent with a photographic memory, to make his way through a treacherous maze of shadowy cities and shady characters. Based on the acclaimed novel by Noel Behn, drawn from his work within the U. S. Army Counterintelligence Corps, The Kremlin Letter is a brutal, level-headed examination of espionage, leaving behind any trace of gadgetry or glamour. Continue reading ‘‘The Kremlin Letter’ is released in the UK on DVD on July 25th, 2011′
May 19th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
Following on the heels of the original Street Kings film starring Keanu Reeves is this DTV (direct to video) sequel that has absolutely nothing to do with the original. Viewers don’t have to worry about having to watch the earlier film to get this one. It’s only in the title that Street Kings 2: Motor City shares any sort of similarities. Locales have been changed and moved over to the Motor City known as Detroit, but the levels of police corruption have stayed the same. Ray Liotta stars along with Shawn Hatosy. So how will this low budget direct to video non-sequel-sequel stack up on Blu-ray? Enter the Motor City. Continue reading ‘Street Kings 2: Motor City (Blu-ray Review)’
May 19th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
Richard Hughes’ classic 1929 novel is transformed into a magnificent film adaptation by revered director Alexander Mackendrick (Sweet Smell of Success, The Ladykillers, Whisky Galore). Two British parents living in the West Indies in the 1870s decide to send their children home to be schooled in England. However, when their ship is attacked by pirates and the children are accidentally transferred onto the enemy vessel, their presence begins to stir up trouble amongst the superstitious crew. Featuring wonderful turns from Anthony Quinn (La strada, Lawrence of Arabia, Zorba the Greek), James Coburn (The Magnificent Seven, The Great Escape), and Deborah Baxter (The Wind and the Lion) in a remarkable debut performance as Emily, this is a thrilling adventure classic and a subtle, captivating look at the boundaries of childhood perception. Continue reading ‘‘A High Wind In Jamaica’ is released in the UK on DVD on July 25th, 2011′
May 17th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
I almost passed on this one thinking it was one of those vapid films about girls and shopping and superficiality, etc. Well, I was only half right and not to mention I wasn’t paying any attention to the actual title but to the two hottie actresses on the cover of the box. Then I read the title and got a chuckle, because that is a funny title. The fact that I am also Mexican may have contributed to me wanting to see it. I’m always up for a laugh when it comes at my people’s expense. I like George Lopez, so what can I say? Will From Prada to Nada pass the muster or will it be a stereotypical snoozefest at the Latino community’s expense? Continue reading ‘From Prada to Nada (Blu-ray Review)’
May 17th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
One of the best films from Italian genre master Sergio Sollima (The Big Gundown), Faccia a Faccia (Face to Face ) is a gangbusting western saga and a gripping parable of the rise of fascism. Upstanding history professor Brad Fletcher (played by the incomparable Gian Maria Volonte) is forced into retirement by his poor health and moves west for the warmer climate. Almost as soon as he arrives, however, he is taken hostage by famed bandit Solomon Bennett (the great Tomas Milian) in an accidental confrontation, and by necessity is forced to take up with his cohorts. But the learned man’s growing identification with the gang encourages him to stage a takeover from Bennett, and a new crueller system of leadership is put into place. Continue reading ‘‘Faccia A Faccia,’ a film by Sergio Sollima is to be released on DVD ONLY on June 20th, 2011 (UPDATED)’
May 16th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
To commemorate the one year anniversary of legendary frontman Ronny James Dio’s death Why So Blu has gone ahead and prioritized this Blu-ray review of Heaven & Hell: Live Radio City Music Hall to be be posted as soon as possible. When Ozzy Osbourne was fired from Black Sabbath back in the late 70’s the remaining members re-formed as Black Sabbath with Ronny James Dio as the new lead singer. Heaven & Hell was their first album together and nearly thirty years later they would tour under the name Heaven & Hell. This is a review of their 2007 concert in New York at Radio City Music Hall. Please take note that this will not be one of those reviews where we start picking sides on which line up was the best. Regardless of who you prefer let’s all agree that Dio was an awesome singer and musician. Continue reading ‘Heaven & Hell: Live Radio City Music Hall (Blu-ray Review)’
May 13th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
What is a “cougar,” besides being a large cat of the feline variety that will rip you to shreds? Well, as defined in the latest edition of the Urban Dictionary; An older woman who frequents clubs in order to score with a much younger man. The cougar can be anyone from an overly surgically altered wind tunnel victim, to an absolute sad and bloated old horn-meister, to a real hottie or milf. Cougars are gaining in popularity — particularly the true hotties — as young men find not only a sexual high, but many times a chick with her stuff together. And on that selacious note let’s get the party started, yo! *cue the trance music* Continue reading ‘Cougars, Inc. (Blu-ray Review)’
May 13th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
Black Death is the latest film acquired by Magnolia Home Entertainment and its Magnet (genre pictures) releasing company. I’m starting to be a really big fan of these offerings. They’re usually shot overseas independently and then the domestic rights are bought up. Cool! Black Death had already been released in Europe on Blu-ray many months ago and why I didn’t grab it then is certainly a head scratcher now. Well, all of that has been rectified with this domestic release. Did I mention Sean Bean is in it, too? Sean Bean is everywhere these days and that’s a good thing. Sit back and relax and let us fill you in on what Black Death has to offer. Continue reading ‘Black Death (Blu-ray Review)’
May 12th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
Farewell (L’affaire Farewell) is a 2009 French film based of off events that transpired in or around 1981 at the height of the Cold War between the United States and the former Soviet Union. It is 2011 and Farewell, courtesy of Neo Classics Films, has now seen the light of day on Blu-ray and DVD. For all intents and purposes Why So Blu will be reviewing the Blu-ray release. It’s been a very long time since we’ve reviewed a dye in the wool spy thriller, if ever, but I will go on record and say that Hollywood (or whoever) need to get back on the spy-espionage bandwagon, because if Farewell is any indication, the genre is ripe with new possibilities. Continue reading ‘Farewell (Blu-ray Review)’
May 11th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
On May 31, Eagle Rock Entertainment will release a Blu-Ray and a DVD/CD package celebrating one of the seminal albums of the 1990s, Screamadelica by Primal Scream. The DVD and Blu-Ray will contain the full Screamadelica Live! concert production as performed by Primal Scream in 2010 at London’s Olympia, the first time it had ever been performed in its entirety. Additionally, a second eight-song “Rock Set” of the band’s most powerful tracks is included. The DVD/CD package, with the full two sets (Screamadelica and the “Rock Set”), and the CD with only the Screamadelica portion, showcases the band accompanied by a full brass section, a gospel choir and specially-made background visuals. The Blu-ray edition not only boasts the full concert and rock set, but gets the full “Classic Albums” treatment, running three and a half hours of pure Primal Scream. Continue reading ‘‘Screamadelica’ by Primal Scream on Blu-ray May 31st’
May 9th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
Eagle Rock Entertainment will be bringing Heaven & Hell: Radio City Music Hall Live on Blu-ray May 17th. We are approaching the one year anniversary of one of the greatest heavy metal vocalists of all time’s passing; Ronny James Dio. Now the fans that were left behind can raise their metal horns with this Blu-ray featuring the super group Heaven & Hell. Did I mention that the rest of the band members are Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Vinny Appice? Okay, good. Not only will the Blu-ray format bring unparalleled picture and sound into your home with this performance, but it will include Blu-ray features not found on regular the DVD including some interviews EXCLUSIVE to the Blu-ray. Continue reading ‘‘Heaven & Hell: Radio City Music Hall Live’ Blu-ray Released May 17th’
May 9th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
“An animated comedy for smart moviegoers” (Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times) that is “like nothing you’ve ever seen” (Peter Travers, Rolling Stone), the hilarious and imaginative RANGO saddles up in a Blu-ray/DVD Combo pack with Digital Copy and on standard DVD on Friday, July 15, 2011 from Paramount Home Entertainment. The RANGO Blu-ray/DVD Combo with Digital Copy features both the theatrical version of the film and an extended cut including a never-before-seen alternate ending, a two-part, in-depth exploration of the groundbreaking filmmaking process, deleted scenes, a look at the real creatures of Dirt, an interactive field trip to Dirt and more. Continue reading ‘‘Rango’ Rides in on Blu-ray July 15th (UPDATED)’
May 6th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
Rubber is a movie about a killer tire. Yes, a killer tire. How on earth can you make a movie about a killer tire? I don’t know, but they did! If there was a definition to the word “eclectic” Rubber would be cited next to it in the dictionary. Rubber promises to be unlike anything you’ve ever seen before. Directed by legendary electro musician Quentin Dupieux (Steak, Nonfilm), aka Mr. Oizo, RUBBER is a smart, funny and wholly original. Magnolia Home Entertainment will bring this twisted tale of a murderous tire to the Blu-ray format and DVD on June 7th. Continue reading ‘Get your ‘Rubber’ on Blu-ray June 7th’
May 5th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
IDW Publishing is pleased to announce the launch of CRAWL TO ME, a new original horror comic by Alan Robert. Created, written, and illustrated by Robert, best known for being the bassist and creative force behind the respected hard rock group, Life of Agony, as well as the creator of the Wire Hangers comic series, with a film now in development. Robert has paired up with IDW once again for an all-new mini-series set to debut in July 2011. CRAWL TO ME takes place in an isolated country town during the frigid winter months. The story centers on a young family as they cope with a series of disturbing events that force them to question their relationship, their faith and their very existence. Continue reading ‘IDW Launches ‘Crawl To Me’ In July’
