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PR Maverick: The Complete Second Season on DVD Apr 23

The classic television series that was nominated for four Emmys during its successful 5-year broadcast is back starring James Garner, Jack Kelly, Richard Long, and Leo Gordon.

Warner Home Video

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Posted by: News Editor - April 3, 2013, 7:07 am - PR
Keywords: western

PR Zombie Lake & Oasis of the Zombies on Blu-ray Feb 26

Two films by masters of horror: Zombie Lake, directed by Jean Rollin, and Jess Franco's Oasis of the Zombies. Both of these cult horror classics come to Blu-ray and DVD mastered in HD from the archival negatives.

Kino Lorber

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Posted by: News Editor - March 24, 2013, 10:25 am - PR
Keywords: horror

PR Silent Souls on DVD & Digital Feb 26

An Official Selection of the Toronto, New York and Venice Film Festivals, this breathtakingly beautiful road movie garnered tremendous critical accolades upon its 2011–2012 U.S. theatrical rollout from Shadow Distribution.

Zeitgeist Films

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Posted by: News Editor - February 25, 2013, 8:40 am - PR
Keywords: drama

DVD Review BRAZIL (BLU-RAY)

Without question this is one of my top five favorite films of all time from one of my favorite directors, and Criterion's treatment - now on Blu-Ray - is equally epic.

Highly recommended

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Posted by: Rich Rosell - January 27, 2013, 10:28 am - DVD Review
Keywords: terry gilliam, brazil, dystopian, anti-authority

DVD Review ROCK OF AGES (BLU-RAY+DVD COMBO)

One of the most critically lambasted and dumped-on films of 2012 comes to Blu-Ray with an extended edition (not always a good thing) and after sitting through this choreographed lovefest to big-haired 1980s rock music I have come to one conclusion. Rock of Ages - I liked it. I may be in the minority, but damn it I liked it.

Say it loud, say it proud: recommended.

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Posted by: Rich Rosell - November 4, 2012, 8:58 am - DVD Review
Keywords: rock of ages, adam shankman, def leppard, night ranger, twisted sister, journey

DVD Review SPACEBALLS (BLU-RAY)

As a sci-fi parody this uneven comedy isn't Mel Brooks' finest work, but that's not to say it is not without its pleasantly juvenile merits. Sadly, however, this anniversary packaging doesn't offer much not already presented in the 2009 BD release, making it seem somewhat pointless.

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Posted by: Rich Rosell - August 25, 2012, 7:04 am - DVD Review
Keywords: mel brooks, sci-fi, star wars, john candy

PR Mr. Hush on Blu-ray & DVD Aug 7

Loaded with bonus features, including an introduction by director David Lee Madison and Brian O'Halloran; outtakes and bloopers; the 'Mr. Hush' music video from the band 'Visitor'; audio commentary from director David Lee Madison and Edward X. Young; original theatrical trailers

Kino Lorber

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Posted by: News Editor - July 31, 2012, 7:28 am - PR
Keywords: horror

PR Kojak: Season Five on DVD Sep 11

Cases involve a psychotic murderer, a homicide-ridden hospital, cops on the take and the reemergence of a killer from Kojak's past -- once thought dead! Joining him throughout the season are special guest stars including Armand Assante, Christina Raines, Jennifer Warren, Misty Rowe, Shelly Winters, Ken Kercheval, Sally Kirkland, Jeff Conway, Liberace and Priscilla Barnes.

Shout! Factory

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Posted by: News Editor - July 13, 2012, 7:07 am - PR
Keywords: television

DVD Review RED SCORPION (BLU-RAY/DVD COMBO)

Fans of late-1980s action flicks should be quite pleased with Synapse Films impressive restoration and overall treatment of Dolph Lundgren's Red Scorpion, available in a new Blu-Ray/DVD Combo pack carrying an uncensored version that can be had for less than fifteen bucks.

Recommended for all those who appreciate the genre.

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Posted by: Rich Rosell - July 8, 2012, 11:27 am - DVD Review
Keywords: dolph lundgren, jack abramoff, joseph zito, red scorpion

PR Jem And The Holograms: Season Three on DVD Jul 10

With Jem and The Holograms at the height of their success, there's a new band in town -- The Stingers! -- and they're not about to let Jem and her music group take all the limelight. The group's leader, Riot, is charmed by Jem and vows to win her over. Jem finds herself with conflicted feelings for Riot and for her longtime beau, Rio. Featuring all 13 original episodes from the complete third season along with special bonus feature Video Jukebox.

Shout! Factory

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Posted by: News Editor - June 21, 2012, 7:30 am - PR
Keywords: animation

DVD Review THOU SHALT NOT KILL...EXCEPT (BLU-RAY)

I tried to watch this movie 10 years or so ago and simply couldn't get through it. Now, with Synapse responsible for this new Blu-ray treatment I'm more than willing to give the film another shot.

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Posted by: Chuck Aliaga - May 5, 2012, 7:52 pm - DVD Review
Keywords: war, hell, cult, crazed

PR Shinsuke Ogawa's Red Persimmons Out on DVD

From legendary Japanese director Shinsuke Ogawa (A Summer in Narita, Peasants of the Second Fortress, The Building of the Iwayama Tower) and his disciple, feminist filmmaker Peng Xiolian (Shanghai Story, A Woman of Substance). Red Persimmons is a visually elegant paean to the cultivation and harvesting of the sweet red fruit in the tiny Japanese village of Kaminoyama. The film's larger subject, however, is the disappearance of Japan's traditional culture, the end of a centuries-old way of life. Begun by Ogawa in the late 1980s.

Icarus Films

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Posted by: News Editor - March 24, 2012, 8:45 am - PR
Keywords: drama

DVD Review RESURRECT DEAD: THE MYSTERY OF THE TOYNBEE TILES

A truly intriguing subject will hopefully translate into a documentary that is just as compelling. The inclusion of Stanley Kubrick's name on the DVD cover only adds to the anticipation.

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Posted by: Chuck Aliaga - February 5, 2012, 7:28 am - DVD Review
Keywords: cryptic, mystery, clues

PR Jem And The Holograms: Season Two on DVD Feb 14

The adventures of JEM and The Holograms continue with a talent search for a new member, an Aztec mystery, a trip to meet the President, a Hollywood film and more! Jem and The Holograms are producing hit after hit on the music charts, but keeping Jem's true identity a secret has been far tougher. Kimber, Aja, Shana and newcomer Raya are Jem/ Jerrica's best friends as well as the musical force behind Jem --- and the only people who know her true identity. Together, the girls provide cool cover-ups for Jem/ Jerrica while navigating some pretty sticky situations and battling their troublesome rival rock band, The Misfits!

Shout! Factory

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Posted by: News Editor - January 16, 2012, 8:59 am - PR
Keywords: animation

DVD Review ASTRON-6 COLLECTION

I'll admit to never having heard of Astron-6 before receiving this new DVD collection, but, with Troma responsible for this release, I'm sure we're all in for plenty of fun, insane depravity.

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Posted by: Chuck Aliaga - December 7, 2011, 11:36 am - DVD Review
Keywords: fear, nightmarish, absurd

PR Talking Heads: Chronology on DVD Nov 21

The early clips from The Kitchen and CBGB in New York City...the global success in the 1980s...the celebratory reunion performance of "Life During Wartime" when they were inducted into the Rock'n'Roll Hall Of Fame in 2002...it's all here. (Although they continued to record, Talking Heads stopped touring in 1983. They officially broke up eight years later.)

Eagle Rock Entertainment

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Posted by: News Editor - November 20, 2011, 8:43 pm - PR
Keywords: music

DVD Review THE EXTERMINATOR (BLU-RAY/DVD COMBO)

One of the great unheralded revenge films of the late 19770s/early 1980s gets the 1080p treatment from Synapse, and the result truly kicks as much ass as The Exterminator himself. If not more.

Highly recommended.

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Posted by: Rich Rosell - October 22, 2011, 10:20 pm - DVD Review
Keywords: revenge, vigilante, exploitation

PR Mann v. Ford Debuts on HBO Jul 18

Mann v. Ford tells the story of a small community's epic battle against two American giants: the Ford Motor Company and the Environmental Protection Agency, which failed to ensure that Ford cleaned the land of deadly toxins and erroneously declared the community safe and clean of toxic waste. The documentary debuts MONDAY, JULY 18 (9:00-10:45 p.m. ET/PT), exclusively on HBO.

Other HBO playdates: July 18 (4:25 a.m.), 21 (9:00 a.m.), 23 (10:30 a.m. ET; 1:00 p.m. PT), 26 (3:30 p.m., 12:35 a.m.) and 31 (4:15 p.m.)

HBO2 playdates: July 20 (8:00 p.m.) and Aug. 11 (2:45 p.m.)

HBO

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Posted by: News Editor - July 15, 2011, 9:41 am - PR
Keywords: documentary