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PR Hats Off to Dr Seuss Collector's Edition on Blu-ray & DVD Feb 19

A must-own collection featuring five of the author's most beloved animated classics, which are available together on Blu-ray(TM) and DVD in deluxe editions for the first time. Set for release on February 19, 2013, this compilation will include such all-time-favorite TV specials as The Lorax, Green Eggs and Ham and Other Stories, How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, The Cat in the Hat and Horton Hears a Who! along with loads of original enhanced content.

Warner Home Video

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Posted by: News Editor - February 19, 2013, 8:42 am - PR
Keywords: kids, animation

PR Mel Brooks Strikes Back! Debuts Monday Dec 10

Appearing onstage with Alan Yentob, creative director for the BBC, at the Geffen Theater in Westwood, Cal. before a live audience, Brooks reviews his career as a writer, director, actor, producer, composer, failed ballet dancer and comedian. The special looks at the Brooklyn native's early life, show-business influences, early career and ascension as one of Hollywood's most successful writers and directors.

HBO

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Posted by: News Editor - December 9, 2012, 7:38 pm - PR
Keywords: comedy

PR Death Race 3: Inferno on Blu-ray Combo, DVD & Digital

The legendary Frankenstein in an unimaginably vicious new competition that pits teams of hardened convicts against each other in a blood-spattered, winner-take-all race through South Africa. This explosive, unrated addition to the high-octane franchise revs up the adrenaline with more extreme action, outrageous new vehicles, brutal stunts and an all-star cast.

Universal Studios Home Entertainment

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Posted by: News Editor - December 4, 2012, 8:38 am - PR
Keywords: sci-fi

DVD Review SUNSET BOULEVARD

An indelible piece of pop culture. The greatest movie ever made about movies. Maybe even the greatest movie ever made, full stop. On a sweet new Blu-ray.

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Posted by: Jon Danziger - November 26, 2012, 2:06 pm - DVD Review
Keywords: sunset boulevard, norma desmond, billy wilder, paramount

PR Universal Classic Monsters: The Essential Collection on Blu-ray Halloween Slideshow

In celebration of YESTERDAY's release of UNIVERSAL CLASSIC MONSTERS: The Essential Collection, and HALLOWEEN TODAY we have an embeddable slideshow of rarely seen images from the films! Even in black and white, these creatures continue to haunt and horrify audiences.

Universal Studios Home Entertainment

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Posted by: News Editor - October 31, 2012, 7:16 am - PR
Keywords: horror

PR New Clip from The Incredible Mel Brooks: An Irresistible Collection Of Unhinged Comedy on DVD Nov 13

Features the Emmy-nominated Mel Brooks and Dick Cavett Together Again; vintage appearances on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson and The Dick Cavett Show; documentaries on the man and his work; The Critic, Brooks' inspired Academy Award-winning satirical animated short film; an homage to friend and mentor Sid Caesar; appearances on 60 Minutes and The American Comedy Awards; episodes from his TV series; a 60-page book with essays; and much more!

Shout! Factory

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Posted by: News Editor - October 16, 2012, 7:31 am - PR
Keywords: comedy

PR Universal Classic Monsters: The Essential Collection on Blu-ray Oct 2

Digitally restored from high resolution film elements in perfect high-definition picture and perfect high-definition sound for the first time ever, Universal Classic Monsters: The Essential Collection,brings together the very best of Universal's legendary monsters--imaginative and technically groundbreaking tales of terror that launched a uniquely American movie genre. Each iconic film is accompanied by an array of bonus features that tell the fascinating story of its creation and history, including behind-the-scenes documentaries, filmmaker commentaries, interviews, storyboards, photo galleries, and trailers.

Universal Studios Home Entertainment

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Posted by: News Editor - October 8, 2012, 7:22 am - PR
Keywords: horror

PR The Incredible Mel Brooks: An Irresistible Collection Of Unhinged Comedy on DVD Nov 13

Features the Emmy-nominated Mel Brooks and Dick Cavett Together Again; vintage appearances on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson and The Dick Cavett Show; documentaries on the man and his work; The Critic, Brooks' inspired Academy Award-winning satirical animated short film; an homage to friend and mentor Sid Caesar; appearances on 60 Minutes and The American Comedy Awards; episodes from his TV series; a 60-page book with essays; and much more!

Shout! Factory

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Posted by: News Editor - August 30, 2012, 7:22 am - PR
Keywords: comedy

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

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 A Bag of Hammers on Blu-ray & DVD Jun 19

Two law-breaking goofballs have to suddenly turn into responsible grownups in the hilarious and poignant story of larceny and living life on the edge. The quirky and endearing comedy is the feature debut of director Brian Crano and stars Rebecca Hall, Jason Ritter and Jake Sandvig.

MPI Home Video

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Posted by: News Editor - May 26, 2012, 9:15 am - PR
Keywords: comedy

PR John Mellencamp: It's About You on Blu-ray & DVD Jun 5

John Mellencamp has scored dozens of Top 40 hits, has been Grammy-nominated 13 times, and is a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, but not even his biggest fans have seen the artist revealed in the intimate music documentary John Mellencamp: It's About You. The movie, which follows the singer on tour and in the recording studio, comes to high-definition, audio-enhanced Blu-ray and DVD.

MPI Home Video

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Posted by: News Editor - May 19, 2012, 7:41 am - PR
Keywords: music

DVD Review ISLAND OF LOST SOULS (Criterion Blu-ray)

This classic take on H.G. Wells's book, The Island of Dr. Moreau should make it easy to forget the more recent Val Kilmer/Marlon Brando adaptation of the same story, and then some.

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Posted by: Chuck Aliaga - November 21, 2011, 8:18 pm - DVD Review
Keywords: mad doctor, genetic experiments, remote island

DVD Review FRANKENHOOKER (BLU-RAY)

Synapse scores another winner with this beautiful 1080p treatment of Frank Henenlotter's twistedly comic reimagining mashup of Frankenstein and The Brain That Wouldn't Die.

Highly recommended, and one of my favorite releases of 2011.

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Posted by: Rich Rosell - November 6, 2011, 8:05 am - DVD Review
Keywords: horror, comedy, patty mullen, frankenstein, the brain that wouldn't die, frank henenlotter, james lorinz

PR Frankenhooker on DVD Nov 8

A gory horror-comedy twist on the Frankenstein legend.When Jeffrey Franken's fiancee is chopped to pieces by the blades of a remote-controlled lawnmower, he uses his dubious medical knowledge to try to bring her back to life. He reassembles his beloved Elizabeth using the body parts of New York City's finest prostitutes, and resurrects her during a heavy lightning storm.

Synapse Films

Posted by: News Editor - October 3, 2011, 7:46 am - PR
Keywords: horror

PR Elvira's Movie Macabre: The Terror / Eegah! & The Brain That Wouldn't Die / The Manster on DVD Aug 16

As synonymous with Halloween as Santa Claus is with Christmas, Elvira has carved out a niche in popular American culture. And now, following the nationally-syndicated re-launch of the series that made her a worldwide icon, The Queen of Halloween" is back with Elvira's Movie Macabre™ a new line of double feature DVDs, featuring the Mistress of the Dark hosting some of the greatest B-movie classics of all time!

Entertainment One

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Posted by: News Editor - July 7, 2011, 10:46 am - PR
Keywords: horror

DVD Review DOGTOOTH (BLU-RAY)

Perverse. Dark. Comical. Terrifying. Hardly a feel good family experience, but certainly one of the most unsettling, unforgettable and engaging films I have ever seen.

Highly recommended.

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Posted by: Rich Rosell - April 30, 2011, 7:42 am - DVD Review
Keywords: foreign, dogtooth, michael haneke, dysfunctional family

PR The Terror on DVD/Blu-ray Combo Pack April 26th

...restored from original 35mm elements, is presented in widescreen with an aspect ratio of 16 x 9 and 5.1 surround sound mix. Enclosed is a collectible postcard reproduction of the original movie poster and special features include Spanish subtitles, before-and-after film restoration demo and trailer.

Virgil Films & Entertainment

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Posted by: News Editor - March 27, 2011, 10:24 pm - PR
Keywords: horror