Santa Buddies Blu-Ray/DVD Combo Pack Review

Santa Buddies Blu-Ray/DVD Combo Pack Review

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Synopsis: Disney’s irresistible talking puppies return in a heartwarming all-new holiday adventure! Take a fantastic journey with your beloved Buddy friends to the magical world of the North Pole! Join The Buddies (Budderball, B-Dawg, Rosebud, Buddha and Mudbud) in a wonderfully wacky twist on a classic Christmas favorite. When Puppy Paws, the fun-loving son of Santa Paws, gets tired of the North Pole, he finds Budderball on Santa s naughty list and figures he s just the dog to show him how to be an ordinary pup. But when the magical Christmas Icicle starts to melt and the world begins to forget the true meaning of the season, it s up to Puppy Paws and his newfound Buddies to save Christmas. Unleash a stocking full of Christmas cheer for you and your family with this fun-filled film, featuring never-before-seen bonus material. It s sure to be a holiday favorite on everyone s wish list!

Bonus Features: Buddies Christmas Carol Sing Along, and more.

Review: One of the nice things about the Xmas season is the influx of great kids DVD releases. All year its pretty slim pickings, but around the holidays all these great specials and movies come out and I can finally sit down with the kids and watch something decent. I wasn’t sure what to expect going into Santa Buddies. My kids are fans of the Buddies franchise (Air Buddies, Snow Buddies and Space Buddies) and I was vaguely familiar with the premise, but I hadn’t sat through an entire film yet.

This film is another in the series of Disney dog “Buddies” movies, and it falls well into the franchise. Since watching this one, the kids made me catch up on the other films. Finally the kids get a Xmas film featuring the adorable little dogs parents everywhere have come to love. Why do we love them? Our kids love them. Bottom line…kids love these movies and parents can be comfortable letting their children of all ages enjoy this film.

The blu-ray looks fantastic and crisp. It provides a nice viewing experience. What we do in our house is let the kids take the DVD and watch it and we keep the blu-ray in nice shape for future use. It’s a fantastic deal in this 2-disc combo pack, and definitely something to get this holiday. It’d make a great Xmas or even pre-Xmas gift.

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars

Superman: The Complete Animated Series DVD Review


Superman: The Complete Animated Series DVD Review

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Synopsis: Your spirits will soar with this complete series set from the popular TV series! Portraying the man and hero as human while keeping the comic-book action at full speed, each animated adventure is a fast-paced spellbinder. Beginning with his arrival on Earth, Superman finds his place in his adopted home and accepts his role as its champion - facing mortal enemy Lex Luthor and countless other criminals like the Weather Wizard and the Toyman. High-flying excitement, boundless thrills and revealing Exclusive Extras collide in this superior collection about the dynamic hero that inspires us all to strive for truth and justice.

Review: When it comes to superhero genre cartoons from the 1990s the attention is usually paid to Batman: The Animated Series. Batman is given all of the attention, because its the beginning of the so-called ‘Timmverse’, which consists of a series of cartoons designed by Bruce Timm and often written in colaboration with Paul Dini and a team of other creative masterminds. What is often overlooked is Superman: the Animated Series.

Superman: TAS was also designed by Bruce Timm and the same creative team. It was a sister show to Batman: TAS. There was even a three-part crossover that involved Batman and Superman Joining against Lex Luthor and the Joker. It was released at retail as the Batman/Superman Movie. The Superman series was a complete polar opposite to Batman: TAS. Batman was drawn purposely on black paper to give it mood, while Superman was light and bright. The show was full of color and silly villains. It was a great addition to the Timmverse world and it helped pave the way to the Justice League shows that would follow. The designs are great and the stories still hold up just as well as Batman: TAS.

This release is essentially a re-release of the previously released full three seasons of the show. They haven’t been released since 2006, so a nicer edition is long overdue. I would’ve loved to see this an all of the other DCAU releases on blu-ray, but only Justice League season one has made it there so far. This edition comes with a nice, sleek design and a shiny slipcase. The discs are literally the exact discs from the previous releases, so you aren’t missing anything.

The set does include one exclusive feature. It has a seventh disc that harbors a great new documentary titled “The Despot Darkseid: A Villain Worthy of Superman.” The recent Justice League: The Complete Series DVD release also offered a bonus disc like this one. There are also a few trailers for previous releases included. The documentary about Darkseid is actually really cool. It runs about 17 minutes long and includes interviews with Bruce Timm, Paul Dini an Alan Burnett!

This set is great for any fan of the DCAU and looks fantastic on your DVD shelf. We highly recommend it

Rating: 5 out of 5

Links: www.kidswb.com

Justice League: The Complete Series DVD Review!

Justice League: The Complete Series DVD Review!



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Synopsis: In this action-packed adventure series, the world’s greatest superheroes, including Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, The Flash, Hawkgirl and Martian Manhunter, join forces as the Justice League to battle powerful villains, supernatural creatures and evil entities determined to take over the world and destroy the League.

Review: A lot of the hardcore Dc Animation fans already own the Justice League: Complete Animated Series on DVD. It was released in two volumes years ago, two for Justice League and two for Justice League Unlimited. So, why go out of your way to purchase this edition?

I want to clarify right away that this set does in fact include the complete episodes for both Justice League AND Justice League Unlimited! The title of the set is somewhat misleading. This is an absolutely dexlue set. When I frist saw the solicitation for this set, I figured it’d be junk. I thought we’d get a cardboard slipcase and a complete re-issue of what was already out there. Boy, was I wrong…and I’m pleasantly surprised. This bad boy arrives at the Legions of Gotham / DVD Legion offices with a nice, sturdy metal case. Its like an open-ended steelbook! Shiny and full of life. This set could not look better on the shelf. It houses two oversized DVD cases that each features an insert, new cover art and the DVDs. The discs are the exact discs released in the earlier sets, down to the art. They were literally taken from the previous packaging. There is an addition to this set, other than the attractive packaging, that makes it interesting. There is a bonus disc! Curses! The bonus disc features a nice Justice League documentary and some trailers.

I normally am not into re-packaging efforts from studios…especially to those that already own the previous releases, but I’m telling you as a serious bat-fan that this is an instance where you will want to scrap your old copies and purchase this collector’s edition for the long-term. If you don’t own this series yet, now is your chance to get it, and I don’t think you’ll get a more deluxe release than this anytime soon.

Rating: A strong 5 out of 5 Stars

Links: http://www.dcbeyond.com/ and http://www.legionsofgotham.org/

Gone With the Wind 70th Anniversary Ultimate Collector's Edition DVD Review

Gone With the Wind 70th Anniversary Ultimate Collector's Edition DVD Review

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Synopsis: Winner of 10 Academy Awards® including Best Picture, and still history's all time domestic box-office champion ($1.5 billion), Gone with the Wind has long been considered the most celebrated motion picture of all time. On November 17, Warner Home Video (WHV) will honor the romantic epic with a stunningly restored and remastered version, available for the first time on Blu-ray. Gone with the Wind 70th Anniversary Ultimate Collectors Edition is sure to be a must-have for collectors of classic films, available both in Blu-ray as well as on DVD.

Review: The film genre just wouldn't be the same without Gone with the Wind. I didn't get to see the film until I was 17 years old, but when I did, I was instantly enammored by the epic nature of the piece. I was already really into vintage film from a young age. My favorite movie was Holiday Inn with Bing Crosby and Fred Astaire. Its not wonder that this twisted love story with Scarlett and Rhet became an instant hit with me.

Ever since I saw the film I've yearned to see a really great quality edition of the film. I purchased a VHS box set back in the day and I picked up the DVD release when it first came out many, many years ago, but I was excited for this new 70th Anniversary edition. It has an all new remastering that I was interested in checking-out. Let me tell you, it doesn't disappoint. The colors really pop in this edition and the backrounds are quite clear. I also noticed a nice improvement in the sound. They had already remastered the film years back, but they rescanned the entire thing with new techology in a higher resolution for this release.

The DVD set is limited in the way of special features. It has an audio commentary by historian Rudy Behlmer that is very interesting and full of great info.

This film remains one of the most romantic epics ever produced. If you've seen the film, you likely enjoy it and this release is the way to go. If you've never seen it, please treat yourself to the original 'Titanic'. This is the greatest and most tragic love story of all time.

Rating: A strong 5 out of 5

Links: http://www.warnervideo.com/gonewiththewind

Margaret Cho: Beautiful DVD Review

Margaret Cho: Beautiful DVD Review

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Synopsis: Learning to love her luscious self over the past forty years, comedian Margaret Cho realized that the eye of the beholder doesn't hold all the power when it comes to beauty. Our tastes may be groomed by the media, but how we feel about how we look brings our self-image into focus.
Armed with something more potent than lip gloss -- a mouth so shocking and raunchy it should be stamped with a warning. Cho toured America with her manifesto: "This show is really about how we should feel beautiful,"" says Cho. When you feel beautiful, you're going to have more of a willingness to use your voice to speak.

Shot at the Long Beach Terrace Theater, Cho's latest stand-up concert film, Beautiful, explores the good, bad, and downright ugly in beauty, and the unattractive politicians and marketers who shape our world.

Review: If you are familiar with the comedy of Margaret Cho, then there isn't much that I can
tell you about her 'Beautiful' show that you wouldn't already suspect. Its full of fantasticly controvertial humor ranging from political to socio to plain old vulgar.

Cho is one of the funniest female comedians that has ever graced the stage. Her take on the gay community, on her ethnic heritage and US politics are all refereshing and hilarious. This stand-up DVD is 86 minutes long and was shot at the Long Beach theater. It doesn't include any extras, with the exception of some behind the scenes footage.

Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars

Kevin Smith Blu-Ray Box Set Review!

Kevin Smith Blu-Ray Box Set Review!





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Synopsis: CLERKS is one wild day in the life of a pair of overworked counter jockeys whose razor-sharp wit and on-the-job antics give a whole new meaning to customer service.

CHASING AMY: Filled with Smith's unique ear for dialogue and insight into relationships, CHASING AMY offers a thoughtful, funny look at how perceptions alter lives, and how obsession and self-doubt skew reality.

JAY AND SILENT BOB STRIKE BACK: Wildly irreverent and packed with stars, including Ben Affleck, Chris Rock, Jason Lee and more, the hilarious conclusion of Jay and Silent Bob's story is big entertainment.

Review: Miramax hasn't released much from Kevin Smith on blu-ray as of yet. This new box set is a fantastic way to get started. It includes the hits Clerks, Chasing Amy and Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back.
Clerks is, of course, a cult classic and definately a magnum opus for Kevin Smith's career. It perfectly represents a 1990s indie mentality. To see it in high definition is cool. Its a film completely done in black and white, so it honestly doesn't add a lot, but its a must-have in your upgrade collection.
Chasing Amy is probably my least favorite of the Kevin Smith films. Its not that its a terrible film, it just doesn't hold the same great characterization and humor that the others do. It was an experiment and in my opinion it failed. It does look good in high-definition, though.
Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back was a spoof to begin with. It was meant to be silly, and silly it is Its really a funny film if you can let go and be absolutely goofy. If not, its probably not for you. The 1080p high-definition transfer came out great. Its fun to watch it again in high-def.
I personally would've rather seen a set like Clerks, Mallrats and Clerks 2, but you know they just don't consult me enough about these matters, lol. Regardless, its a great set with three solid films to get your high definition blu-ray library bulked up with Kevin Smith goodness.
The blu-rays for Clerks and Chasing Amy do include a few extras that their DVD counterparts did not. The list is as follows:

CLERKS: 15TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION

Miramax Films 1994 Rated R 92 minutes

"Oh What a Lovely Tea Party: The Making of JAY AND SILENT BOB STRIKE BACK" (1:30:00) This exceptionally long documentary was filmed by Smith's wife and gives a behind the scenes look as they film the Jay and Silent Bob film. Why this is included on the CLERKS blu-ray and not the JAY AND SILENT BOB STRIKE BACK blu-ray though is a complete mystery.
CLERKS lost scene (10:00) An animated short
"The Flying Car" (8:00) A short film from "The Tonight Show"
MTV spots with Jay and Silent Bob
Theatrical Trailer (2:00)
Soul Asylum "Can't Even Tell" music video (5:00)
CLERKS restoration
Original auditions (14:33)
"Snowball Effect" (1:30:00) A comprehensive documentary on the filming of CLERKS and its lasting influence
"Mae Day: The Crumbling of a Documentary" (11:00) Smith's first film school project
Outtakes from "Snowball Effect"
10th Anniversary Q&A (42:00)
"First Cut" of film as well as "Theatrical Version"
Audio Commentary-"Theatrical Version": Classic commentary circa 1995
Audio Commentary-"Theatrical Version": Enhanced playback track with synchronized trivia and cast and crew quotes
Audio Commentary-"First Cut"

CHASING AMY

Miramax Films 1997 Rated R 113 minutes

"Tracing Amy: The CHASING AMY DOCUMENTARY" (1:21:07)
"Was it Something I Said? A Conversation with Kevin and Joey" (18:05) While this is touted as being one of the new features for blu-ray, the material Smith and Adams talk about is pretty much identical to that which is found in the "Tracing Amy" documentary
10 Years Later Q&A (27:45)
Audio Commentary
Deleted Scenes
Outtakes
Theatrical trailer

JAY AND SILENT BOB STRIKE BACK

Dimension Films 2001 Rated R 104 minutes

Audio Commentary

Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars

Rome: The Complete Series on Blu-Ray Review!


Rome: The Complete Series on Blu-Ray Review!

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Synopsis: Four hundred years after the founding of the Republic, Rome is the wealthiest city in the world, a cosmopolitan metropolis of one million people, epicenter of a sprawling empire. But now, the city's foundations are crumbling, eaten away by corruption and excess...And two soldiers unwittingly become entwined in historical events, their fates inexorably tied to the fate of Rome itself. The entire award-winning, critically-acclaimed series will be available as a Blu-ray gift set, just in time for the holiday season.

Review: The epic scale in which the series Rome was produced is still so very impressive to me. That HBO took so much effort to portray the grand scale of history is definately something to stand up and take notice of. This series, which consisted of two seasons and a total of 22 episodes, delved into a realistic look back at what was. The themes of profanity, violence, betrayl and intense dysfunction amongst families.

The mini-series was actually shot at a studio in Rome. The first season dealt with Caesar's civil war of 49 B.C. against the traditionalist conservative faction in the Roman senate, his rise to dictator and his eventual fall. The second season handles the aftermath of Caesar's death and the power struggle between Mark Anthony and Octavian.

The two seasons were released previously on DVD, but have now been collected into one set on blu-ray disc. To see this mini-series in high-definition is not to be missed. In fact, its the only way that you should experience it. This is the ultimate set to add to your collection.

Rating: A STRONG 5 out of 5 stars

Bruno Blu-Ray Review!

Bruno Blu-Ray Review!





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Synopsis: Oscar® nominee and Golden Globe® winner Sacha Baron Cohen (Borat, Da Ali G Show and Talladega Nights) brings you the comedy that has started more conversations, generated more controversy and dared to go further than ever before! As brĂ¼no travels the world in search of fame, everyone he encounters — celebrities, politicians, Hasidic Jews, terrorists and cage fighters — becomes a stepping-stone to stardom, with hilarious results! So prepare yourself for nonstop laughs in the film Peter Travers of Rolling Stone says should be “Numero uno on your funny-time list!”

Review: I think when Borat came out a lot of people hadn’t yet heard of Sacha Baron Cohen. I had seen Da Ali G show and was well aware of not only Ali G, but also Bruno and Borat from the show. When Borat became a cultural phenominon, I think there was a feeling that Sacha Baron Cohen was a one-hit wonder of sorts. That Borat was his thing, but thats about all he has to offer. Definately not the case. There was a lot of anticipation for Bruno from audiences and the reviews were mixed…

When I sat down to watch this blu-ray, I hadn’t yet seen the film. Its not that I didn’t want to, I just don’t get to the theater that often. Almost immediately I could see that Bruno was going to follow the same basic template as Borat. He brings you into the character’s world as an eccentric foreigner and then along for the journey as he travels to America to make people uncomfortable. Mind you its a good template, so okay. It didn’t take long to confirm my suspicions as to why a lot of the public didn’t care for this film…you see full frontal nudity on Cohen and there is an extreme amount of gay situations. Duh. I mean seriously..this is the guy that did Borat and now he’s playing a gay fashion model…what do you think is going to happen? I must say it was hilarious. ..especially the last oh, 45 minutes or so. The film is worth watching through to the end.

The blu-ray was a fantastic way to experience the film. The great sound and crisp high-definition picture are always a treat. I mean how else are you going to see Sacha Baron Cohen’s penis? A quick warning to parents, I know a lot of people felt it was ok to let their 9 or 10 year olds watch Borat..but I might watch Bruno yourself first to make sure that the sexual situations aren’t too much.

Rating: 5 Stars

Godzilla Blu-Ray Review!


Godzilla Blu-Ray Review!

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Synopsis: Following the French atomic bomb tests in the South Pacific, an unknown creature is spotted passingwestward through the Panama Canal. Scientist Niko Tatopolous is called in to investigate the matter, and he quickly arrives at the conclusion that a giant, irradiated lizard has been created by the explosions. Godzilla(r) then makes its way north, landing at Manhattan to begin wreaking havoc in the big city. Even with the combined forces of the U.S. military to fight the monster, will it be enough to save the people of New York?

Review: I remember when Godzilla came to theaters back in 1998. My wife and I had been dating at the time for a year and we were very excited to see the film. We used to frequent a local drive-in movie theater and thats where we ended up seeing this one. Taco Bell had a great promotion with cups, a cupholder and kids meal toys back in the day..at the time we collected it all, and we still have it all. I remember the gimmick being the big reveal..no one showed the monster until the movie was released. It was so much fun. Heck, I still use the car cupholder today!

When I heard that Godzilla was coming to blu-ray, I was psyched. I hadn't seen the film in many, many years. Its a great movie, but its not one that I'd watch everyday. Its one of those summertime action blockbusters that is fun to watch a few times a year at most. The film is a lot of fun for all ages. It gets a big intense as Godzilla's spawn overtake the city, but no more than one of the Jurassic Park films.

I was concerned about the transfer to high definition with this new blu-ray release. This film is over a decade old, so I wondered how it would come out. Overall, its not bad. Most of the film is shot in the dark, so there isn't a ton of detail or color to really "pop", but it helps skin tones and does provide some greater resolution in some scenes. The film does include a rather thin layer of grain, which is less than I had feared. Unfortunately, the grain is a guarantee on any films that aren't new. The sound is somewhere that this release really stands out. If you have a home theater system, you can view Godzilla the way it was meant to be! The roars and growls from the monster are absolutely fantastic.

BD Features

  • Visual Effects Commentary
  • The Ultimate Godzilla Multi-Player Trivia Game
  • movieIQ
  • All Time Best Of Godzilla Fight Scenes
  • "Heroes" Music Video by The Wallflowers
  • Behind the Scenes of Godzilla with Charles Caiman

Cast and Crew

  • Stars: Hank Azaria, Matthew Broderick, Maria Pitillo, Jean Reno, Doug Savant, Harry Shearer
  • Director: Roland Emmerich
  • Producer: Dean Devlin

BD Details

  • Genre: Action/ Adventure, Sci-Fi
  • Studio: TriStar
  • Sub: English (US), French (Parisian), Portuguese (Brazil), Spanish (Latin Am)
  • Color/B&W: Color

Rating: 4 out of 5 stars

North by Northwest 50th Anniversary Edition Blu-Ray Review


North By Northwest 50th Anniversary Blu-Ray Review


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Aliens in the Attic Blu-Ray Review!


Aliens in the Attic Blu-Ray Review

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Synopsis: It’s summer vacation, but the Pearson family kids are stuck at a boring lake house with their nerdy parents. That is until feisty, little, green aliens crash-land on the roof, with plans to conquer the house AND Earth! Using only their wits, courage and video game-playing skills, the youngsters must band together to defeat the aliens and save the world -- but the toughest part might be keeping the whole thing a secret from their parents! Featuring an all-star cast including Ashley Tisdale, Andy Richter, Kevin Nealon and Tim Meadows, Aliens In The Attic is the most fun you can have on this planet!

Disc 1: Widescreen Theatrical Feature Film

**Forced Trailers: Alvin and the Chipmunks The Squeakquel, Percy Jackson Theatrical Trailer, Ice Age 3, Night At The Museum 2, Post Grad, Fame

**Introduction to Film with Ashley Tisdale
**The Ashley Encounters
**Alternate Ending
**Deleted Scenes
**Gag Reel
**Behind the Zirkonians
**Meet the Zirkonians
**Lights, Camera, Aliens!
**Kung Fu Grandma
**Brian Anthony "Electricity" Music Video
**Fox Movie Channel Presents Life After Film School with Barry Josephson

Disc 2: Digital Copy

Review: I’m always into a good kids movie. I have three little ones myself, so I seek out anything I can possibly stand to watch!

One of the things that struck me about the film was the physical nature of the acting. I didn’t expect the movie to be quite as funny as it actually is. I was also concerned about the quality of the CGI in the film. I felt that perhaps that aliens might look fake, but the special effects were fantastic and I honestly forgot after a time that they weren’t real. The characterization involved in the aliens is outstanding.

Is this a movie you'd watch without your kids? Probably not, unless you're a bit immature, but since they're watching it anyway, its one you can tune in for. Much like Night at the Museum or Ice Age. Its something the parents can get some laughs out of, as well. I'm always excited as a parent when any decent kids movie hits the market, and Aliens in the Attic is most definately that.

You’ve got to get this one on blu-ray. We say it time and time again, this is the new media. It offers a high definition picture, optimized sound and a good price. Why would you not invest in the blu-ray of any film you care enough about to buy. DVDs are the laserdisc of tomorrow when it comes to new film. I would buy old film on DVD and all new releases on Blu-Ray for sure.

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars

LeapFrog Learning DVD Box Set Review!

LeapFrog Learning DVD Box Set Review!



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Synopsis: Just in time for the holiday season, Lionsgate Home Entertainment and top educational toy brand LeapFrog have come together to release three of the top-selling LeapFrog DVDs, teaching letters, words, counting and animals, in the LeapFrog Learning DVD Set. Sure to provide both preschoolers and parents alike with an educational and entertaining experience, the LeapFrog Learning DVD Setincludes two of the best-selling LeapFrog DVDs currently available, Letter Factory and Talking Words Factory, as well as the first new educational DVD from LeapFrog in four years, Let’s Go To School. Included in the set are 26 flash cards providing parent-child activities that will help teach letters and their sounds using colorful graphics inspired by the popular LeapFrog: Letter Factory.

Review: This new box set from Leap Frog collects three of their informative and educational DVDs for kids. The target audience for these is between ages 2-5. I put these on for my five year old and she just loved it. Anytime a parent can find something that makes learning fun and interesting to your child, its definately something to latch onto! Not only is it interesting to them, but its entertaining too. Instead of putting on mindless drivel like Sponge Bob, try LeapFrog!

Let’s Go to School Synopsis:
School starts tomorrow, and Tad and Lily are nervous! Join Tad, Lily and their magical firefly Edison as he gives them a tour of the classroom and shows them that the classroom is more nervous than they are! As the twins reassure the blocks, globe, clock and more talking “teachers,” they learn key lessons about phonics, counting, days of the week and animals.
AGES 3-6

Letter Factory Synopsis:
LeapFrog characters spring to life in this engaging and educational DVD. Popular LeapFrog characters, Leap, Lily and Tad go on a wild adventure to the Letter Factory. Led by wacky Professor Quigley, Tad joins Js jumping on trampolines and Ks practicing karate kicks as new letters learn their sounds. Fun songs will have kids singing letter sounds in no time.
AGES 2-5

Talking Words Factory Synopsis:
Leap, Lily and Tad journey to the word factory where the Word Whammer, Sticky-Ick-O-Rama and more amazing machines take letters and make them into words. Humorous rhyming songs and an out-of-control word machine add to the fun.
AGES 3-6

Pricing: DVD $29.98 (includes all three LeapFrog DVDs and 26 learning flash cards)

Rating: 5 Stars!

Batman: Brave and the Bold Volume 2 DVD Review


Batman: Brave and the Bold Volume 2 DVD Review

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Synopsis: In this entertaining homage to the Dark Knight’s silver age adventures of the 1950s and ’60s, Gotham City’s stalwart, resourceful protector goes outside his comfort zone to locales far from home base. If you think Batman is awesome on his own, wait till you see him in action with some of the weirdest, wildest, baddest heroes in the DC universe, including the Blue Beetle, Deadman, Wildcat, the Green Arrow and Aquaman.

Review: The Batman Brave and the Bold cartoon airs on Cartoon Network and is well into the second season. This release features four episodes from season one of the show.

A lot of adult fans/collectors take a great offense to these single disc releases of their favorite animated series. Although Mike Manley from the crew of this show made it very clear that they don’t care for adult fans early on in the show’s production on his blog, many adult collectors and fans have stuck with the show, citing its blend of modern and classic versions of various obscure Dc charactrers and ‘Dick Sprang’ style artwork. The campiness of the scripts on this show harken back to the 1966 Batman show and following Filmation and Hannah Barbera cartoons of the 1960s-70s. I personally had no issue with this show before it aired, I’m always up for something new in Batman animation and I started out on the campy stuff from the 60s and the Super Friends, but the attitude from the show staff turned me off right away.

I have kids and I love kid-centric programming. In fact, its even better when I can enjoy it along with the kids. Brave and the Bold is severely campy and I have a hard time getting into it. Maybe its the sour taste given from the show right off the bat. On the upside, my kids love it and have a blast watching the show. I honestly don’t feel like this show has lasting power with fans, but its a fun way to introduce Dc Comics characters to your kids. If you want a child-appropriate program for the little ones, this is it.

There is no sign of a complete season one DVD release on the horizon. This is the type of show that execs may not feel has the adult fan-base necessary to begin selling season sets, and I’d say they’re correct. One can only hope that they will keep releasing these single disc DVDs. Volume 3 is coming in early 2010. This release does not include any extras.

If you’re into this show, pick up these volumes, its probably all you’ll get. Its great for any adults that are fans of the show and if you have kids, this is the show for you.

Rating: 4 out of 5 stars

Say Anything 20th Anniversary Blu-Ray Review!

Say Anything 20th Anniversary Blu-Ray Review!

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Fall in love with Lloyd all over again when Say Anything… 20th Anniversary Edition debuts on Blu-ray
Disc (BD) and DVD November 3 from Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment. Earning a ‘100%
Fresh’ rating on Rotten Tomatoes as a top fan-favorite, Academy Award® winner* Cameron Crowe’s
(Almost Famous, Jerry Maguire) directorial debut stars Golden Globe® nominee** John Cusack (2012) as
Lloyd Dobler, a mediocre student and aspiring kick-boxer, and Ione Skye (Fever Pitch) as the beautiful
valedictorian Diane Court, whose heart Lloyd seeks to capture. The film also features an all-star supporting
cast including Golden Globe® nominee*** John Mahoney (“Frasier”), Lili Taylor (“Six Feet Under”), Joan
Cusack (The School of Rock) and Jeremy Piven (“Entourage”). The Say Anything...20th Anniversary Edition BD includes exclusive all-new bonus materials including a retrospective featurette revisiting the iconic film 20 years later, and a trivia track containing over 200 questions. The BD and DVD also feature two brand new bonus materials including ‘I Love Say Anything...,’ a look at famous fans who love the film and why, and a conversation with Cameron Crowe, in addition to cast commentary, extended scenes, deleted scenes, and more.

Synopsis: In this charming critically acclaimed tale of first love, Lloyd, an eternal optimist, seeks to capture the heart of Diane, an unattainable high school beauty and straight-A student. He surprises just about everyone – including himself – when she returns the sentiment.

Review: This charming 1980s love story brought John Cusack into our hearts and helped to define him as an actor with staying power. If you've never seen Say Anything, you owe it to yourself to pick up this deluxe new 20th Anniversary release! If you are familiar with the film, then you already know you need to pick this up. Its full of extras and has one of the best teen romance movies of the 1980s...and thats saying something! There isn't a question about whether you should purchase this release..its more whether to get the DVD or the Blu-Ray.

I have said it over and over again, you cannot upconvert something. If you have an old 80s film, or even a 90s film, its going to be nearly impossible to actually make it high definition without a substantial amount of grain. The digital noise reduction process wasn't too bad on this release, but as with all others there is a ton of grain. If you want your colors to pop more, then this release is great. If you actually want a completely clear picture, then the DVD may be more your speed. I personally want to upgrade my entire DVD library to blu-ray, so the sacrifice is worth it.

The sound is DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 (as well as English Dolby Surround Sound, Spanish and French mono). There isn't much for major sound effects, so the change isn't that noticible.

Blu-ray Disc Specs
The Say Anything 20th Anniversary Edition Blu-ray Disc is presented in widescreen (1.85:1) with English 5.1 DTS HD Master Audio; English Dolby Surround Sound; Spanish and French Mono Sound; and subtitles in English, Spanish, French, Cantonese and Mandarin.

Blu-ray Disc Special Features:
•ALL NEW To Know Say Anything…is to Love It! Trivia Track (over 200 questions)*
BD exclusive
•ALL NEW An Iconic Film Revisited: Say Anything…20 Years Later featurette* BD exclusive
•ALL NEW A Conversation with Cameron Crowe featurette
•ALL NEW I Love Say Anything…! Featurette
•Intro and Commentary by Cameron Crowe, John Cusack and Ione Skye
•Alternate Scenes
•Alternate Scenes with Commentary by Cameron Crowe
•Deleted Scenes
•Extended Scenes
•Vintage featurette
•Theatrical Trailers
•TV Spots
•Photo Gallery

Rating: 4 out of 5 stars

Logan’s Run Blu-Ray Review

Logan’s Run Blu-Ray Review



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Synopsis: In the year of the City 2274, humans live in a vast, bubbled metropolis, where computerized servo-mechanisms provide all needs so everyone can pursue endless hedonism. Endless, that is, until Lastday, when anyone who’s 30 must submit to Carousel, a soaring, spinning trip to eterinity and supposed rebirth.

The screen’s first use of laser holography highlights this post-apocalyptic winner of a Special Achievement Academy Award for Visual Effects. Michael York plays Logan 5, a Sandman authorized to terminate runners fleeing Carousel. Logan is almost 30. Catch him if you can.

Review: Logan’s Run exists in the sci-fi world that was around prior to Star Wars, which came out one year later. Star Wars is maybe the worst thing to ever happen to every other 1970s sci-fi film. It completely renovated the genre and gave it a legitimacy that the previous films couldn’t live up to. The story behind this film is very interesting and its a great script, but it can be a little difficult to watch at times, especially if you didn’t see it originally in the 1970s.

The transfer over to 1080p is a tricky one for older film. Logan’s Run was filmed in Todd-AO 35, rather than 65mm as touted. The overall picture quality is better than the DVD release and the colors pop a bit, but you cannot escape the grain involved in this film, and mostly due to the way it was done it definately doesn’t pop on the screen. The blu-ray is an improvement though, which is more than I can say for some releases (like Ghostbusters).

The special features on this blu-ray release include: Commentary by Michael York, Director Bill Anderson and Costume Designer Bill Thomas, Vintage Featurette ‘A Look Into the 23rd Century’ and the original theatrical trailer. They’re all solid features, though recycled from the 1998 DVD release of the film. I recommend this one.

Rating: 4 Stars

The Negotiator Blu-Ray Review

The Negotiator Blu-Ray Review














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Synopsis: Maverick hostage negotiator Danny Roman (Samuel L. Jackson) is framed for embezzlement and murder. Just married and unjustly faced with prison, Roman turns hostage-taker to smoke out the guilty ones. Squaring off against him is respected, methodical negotiator Chris Sabian (Kevin Spacey). F. Gary Gray (The Italian Job, Be Cool) directs a top ensemble cast (including David Morse and J.J. Walsh) in a story honed with spiraling tension and volatile action – and unfolding via a dazzling series of twists and gambits.

Review: I remember when the Negotiator came out 11 years ago. It was a time when Kevin Spacey wasn’t quite as established in off-color films. Its a rare chance to see him do a rather conventional action-suspense film. We’re big fans of Spacey around the DVD Legion offices, so we were anxious to see this film in high-definition.

The film is basically a mystery thriller the first time you watch it. Samuel L. Jackson is hoping that Kevin Spacey can help him figure out who in his department is framing him before its too late. The film has a great script, its well-paced and full of great edits. It keeps you on the edge of your seat most of the time. Even after subsequent viewings and knowing the mystery, its still fun to watch.

The blu-ray transfer is fantastic. Its quite clear and crisp, no noticable scratches or dust. I didn’t really even notice any soft spots in the film. Special Features on the blu-ray include: The 11th Hour: Stories from Real Negotiators Featurette, On Location Making-Of Featurette and Original Theatrical Trailer.

We highly recommend this film to anyone that is into action, suspsense or thriller mysteries. Its a great ride!

Rating: 5 Stars

Links: http://www.warnerblu.com/

Mickey's Magical Christmas DVD Review

Mickey's Magical Christmas DVD Review













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Synopsis: Celebrate the season with Disney’s most popular holiday movie ever! Starring Mickey Mouse and 35 of the world’s most beloved characters, this one-of-a-kind adventure joyously captures the spirit of Christmas and is sure to delight the entire family. When a huge snowstorm leaves everyone stranded, Mickey and all of his guests at The House Of Mouse, including Pooh, Belle, Snow White, Cinderella, Ariel and many more of his old and new friends, break out the cookies and hot chocolate to help Donald mend his tattered Christmas spirit. The fun starts when Minnie pulls out their favorite holiday home movies and everyone starts to reminisce. Their magical memories soon put everyone in the Christmas mood — even grumpy Donald, who ultimately becomes the star of the evening. Featuring four unforgettable holiday tales, including The Nutcracker, Mickey’s Christmas Carol, Donald On Ice and Pluto And The Christmas Tree, plus an epic finale of The Best Christmas Of All, this holiday treat is bound to become a tradition for you and your family.

Bonus Features Include: Premiere Episode Of HOUSE OF MOUSE, The Sounds Of Christmas — A Disney Sound Effects Featurette, Holiday Sing-Along Songs Deck The Halls and Sleigh Ride

Review: Snowed in at the House of Mouse! This Xmas film debuted back in 2001 and is now finally seeing the deluxe DVD treatment here in 2009. The film basically consists of over 35 Disney favorite characters literally snowed in at Mickey’s place. To entertain his upset guests Mickey shows them holiday shorts from Disney’s past.

-Donald On Ice (1999)

-Pluto’s Xmas Tree (1952)

-The Nutcracker (1999)

-Mickey’s Xmas Carol (1983)

The video transfer is fantastic during the modern House of Mouse segways before each animated short. Obviously the older animated shorts are a little grainy and have varying quality. Overall, it holds up nicely, but there are no illusions that these are vintage animation. The sound is presented in DTS 5.1 and Dolby Digital 5.1. The channel use is mostly front and center. It came off quite nicely.

This is a great DVD for the xmas season. The kids really enjoyed it and I always love watching the vintage Disney holiday toons!

Rating: 5 stars

Ruby-Spears Superman DVD Review

Ruby-Spears Superman DVD Review!

























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Synopsis: As a 50th anniversary gift, DC Comics legendary Man of Steel got a brand-new Saturday morning cartoon. Produced by Ruby-Spears, this new Superman series brought back a few familiar foes, along with new unfriendly faces, for weekly battles and a peek into the private life of the man with the S on his chest.

The final four minutes of each Superman episode were devoted to a brief snapshot from the Superman Family Album. These biographical segments showed the kids at home what it was like to grow up as the most powerful boy in Smallville. Unfortunately, super powers only made awkward childhood and adolescent situations even more awkward, as young Clark was forced to deal with his first day at school, an overnight scouting campout, getting a driver’s license, his first date, and more.

Review: There are a few Dc Comics themed cartoons that I remember from my youth. There is, of course, the Super Friends in it’s various incarnations..Filmation Batman..and the Ruby-Spears Superman show from the late 1980s.

This 13-episode series didn’t last long, but it was one of the first times I found myself interested in the man of steel. That wasn’t to happen again until the Bruce Timm Justice League era after the turn of the millenium. We’re talking about a series here that was destined to be great, with lead writer Marv Wolfman on board. Marv is of course famous for his work in the 1980s with some of the biggest titles and story arcs at Dc Comics. That combined with the team of Ruby-Spears, well this show was really above and beyond for quality.

The animation still holds up fairly well, that was one of the points I was curious about, since I hadn’t seen the show in 20 years. The sound is a little hollow, but I expected no less, to be honest. The best part of the show is really the Superman Family Album moments during the last 4 minutes of each episode. They chronicle Superman’s early life in Smallville and highlight other parts of his expansive universe.

The DVD set includes the extra Corruption of the Corrupt: The Rise of LexCorp: A fascinating glimpse into the Decade of Greed, when Americans were growing more and more distrustful of corporate leadership. From the headlines of the day to the pages of Superman arose a new vision of an old villain, Lex Luthor and his conglomerate, LexCorp. Its not a bad extra, but it would’ve been nice to perhaps have some interviews, storyboards or something from the actual cartoon.

I highly recommend this DVD set for the Superman, Dc Comics or animation fan in your life. This is a fun one for kids too!

Rating: 5 Stars

Interview: More than two decades after its television premiere, the popular Ruby-Spears Superman animated series returns to TV screens via Warner Home Video as a two-disc DVD collection of cartoons. The DVD is available today, November 3.

Debuting in 1988, the Ruby-Spears Superman series brought back some familiar foes and new unfriendly faces for battles against the Man of Steel. In addition to the thrills of Superman’s weekly adventures, each episode included a mini-segment called Superman Family Album that told the “real” story of what it was like to grow up as the most powerful boy in Smallville.

Produced at Ruby-Spears Productions right next door to Hanna-Barbera Studios, and animated in Japan and Korea at Toei Animation and Dai Won Animation, the series benefited by a stellar production team of writers and artists (including supervising producer John Dorman, story editor Marv Wolfman, and production designer Gil Kane), solid voice acting, and an immediate link with Christopher Reeve’s popular films via an opening theme score that was remarkably similar to John Williams’ acclaimed Superman music.

Ruby-Spears Productions was founded in 1977 by veteran writers Joe Ruby and Ken Spears. The team started as sound editors at Hanna-Barbera Studios, branched out into writing, and eventually went on to create “Scooby-Doo, Where Are You!” In total, Ruby-Spears Productions produced 36 different TV series including the hit, “Alvin and the Chipmunks.” They continue to be a creative force in the industry today.

Joe Ruby and Ken Spears took a few minutes to reminisce about the creation, development and production of their landmark 1988 series in a recent conversation. Here’s what the animation veterans had to say:


QUESTION:
How was the title character developed for your Superman series?

JOE RUBY:
“We went through a lot of different directions in development as to what kind of Superman we wanted. We had several different models – the crying/feeling Superman, the lecturing/do-gooder/save-the-day Superman, then there was the hip Superman and even the long-haired Superman. And, of course, there was the old straight-as-an-arrow Superman. Ultimately, we settled on the Christopher Reeve model – he had personality and a sense of humor, and yet he was still Superman. We figured that it worked for the films, so it would work well for us.”


QUESTION:
Why were there only 13 episodes to the entire series?

JOE RUBY:
“I think the problem for us was our timeslot. It turned out 8:30 in the morning was a killer for Superman. Only the little kids were up, and they don’t understand Superman as well as the older kids. It wasn’t for 4- to 5-year-olds”

QUESTION:
Was there a guiding theme to the series?

KEN SPEARS:
“I think we were true to Superman to begin with – we produced a show that the audience expected Superman to be. He was the tried and true Superman, That’s who they wanted to see – that’s the feedback that we continue to get today.”

JOE RUBY:
“We basically had Superman tackling anything and everything, with the marching orders to have bigger-than-life fights.”


QUESTION:
What did you see as the strength of your Superman series?

KEN SPEARS:
“We had the best talent in the business at the time – that was our strength. They were excellent. When you first create a show, you hope your talent will be able to plus it – and they really plussed it. There are so many shots in the show that weren’t written into the script – those kind of great additions come straight from the artists and the storyboarders.

JOE RUBY:
“We had a pretty amazing crew – and an especially great crew of artists – including some of the best comic book guys in the business, and that made for good filmmaking. Guys like John Dorman and Gil Kane – we had an army of great talent on that show. Give credit to John Dorman – he’s a filmmaker and that’s the difference. He made sure the show had all the creative shots, the movement, some of that great left-to-right or down-angle camera moves. The show was well paced, well boarded, and I think John really put these things together well.”


QUESTION:
Did splitting the production between two overseas studios in Japan and Korea cause any problems?

JOE RUBY:
“It was an experience for us, from a production standpoint, traveling overseas and working with two different interpreters having to translate in three different languages. They’d be answering before I’d get done with my question. It was the worst torture I ever had in my life.”


QUESTION:
Looking back now, can you see how Ruby-Spears Superman fits in the canon of productions surrounding the Man of Steel?

JOE RUBY:
“As a kid, we all grew up with Superman. He’s the favorite, always. Your heroes stick with you. So we wanted to make the best Superman show we could, to really set it apart. I think everyone that worked on it felt that way. He’s Superman.”

KEN SPEARS:
“It was like an honor to do something that classy and classic as Superman. He’s the No. 1 guy. We wanted to do it justice.”

Kong: Return to the Jungle DVD Review

Kong: Return to the Jungle DVD Review













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Synopsis: Kong hits the big screen in this creature feature! Years later, Jason and his friend Eric are living in New York City when the great adventurer and philanthropist Hunter Stag announces plans to fill his new enormous zoo with fantastical creatures. Jason and Eric helicopter to Kong Island to protect Kong and the other inhabitants, confident that with the island’s high-tech radar devices, no one could follow them…but they’re wrong.

Review: The Kong animated series isn’t a show that a lot of people have seen. It was widely overlooked around the turn of the millenium when a lot of shows were updating old franchises for the hip new era. Kong really wasn’t one that I had interest in watching, until a friend of mine convinced me it was good. He followed all 40 episodes of the show and really enjoyed it, while watching re-runs on Toon Disney a few years back.

This DVD represents the first few episodes of the show. Its basically a pilot release and its a great introduction to the series. It covers everything you need to know. My hope is that they’ll go on to release the entire series on DVD soon. The only downside to this release is the complete lack of extras. I have a feeling this is a feeler to see if there is a market for this show. I defiantely recommend it to anyone with an open mind that enjoys animation. Its a cool show.

Rating: 4 out of 5 stars

Ancient Lives Documentary DVD Review


Ancient Lives Documentary DVD Review

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Synopsis: Unlocking the mysteries of DAILY LIFE in ANCIENT EGYPT.  How did ordinary Egyptians live in the time of the pharaohs? Renowned British Egyptologist John Romer explores the ruins of an ancient village just outside Thebes, where generations of craftsmen and artists built and decorated royal tombs. There, relics reveal the most intimate details of the people’s daily lives: their meals, their loves, their quarrels, and even their dreams.
Go inside the pharaohs’ most magnificent tombs and see astonishing art and priceless treasures. Meet the scribes, stonemasons, and high priests who presided over this city of the dead. Learn the secrets of the tomb raiders and the tricks devised to thwart them. This four-part series provides fascinating insights into a civilization now lost to the ages.
As seen on public television.
BONUS FEATURES:

-Pharaohs’ Liquid Gold, the quest to recreate ancient Egyptian beer

-16-page viewer’s guide with maps, The Life of a Scribe, a history of Egyptian script, The Making of Ancient Lives by John Romer, and more.

-Who’s Who among Egyptian Deities

-Real-Life Indiana Joneses: Archaeologists of Ancient Egypt
One of the world’s foremost archaeologists, John Romer led the Brooklyn Museum’s expedition to excavate the tomb of Ramesses XI. Since 1979, he has served as president of the Theban Foundation, an organization for the preservation of Egyptian royal tombs.

Review: What is so amazing about the documentaries that Athena produces is that they're not just educational, they're accessible and fun.  I've always loved documentary, but even I can remember being dreadfully bored in school with the drab and dull documentaries that they would show us. 

What makes this DVD set so special?  Why ANOTHER documentary about Egypt?  This is what blew my mind...this set has nothing to do with pharaohs or gods.  It has nothing to do with the high-society.  This documentary series focuses on the workers, the scribes, the craftsmen.  It actually deals with the real Egyptian culture.  Imagine for a moment if in 3,000 years they look back at our culture and only focus on the rich and powerful...does that really represent what we're about?  Does that give you any insight into the real culture of the world?  Absolutely not.  For once we get a real look into life in ancient Egypt.  Its absolutely fascinating.

While the workers carved stories about the pharaohs, they also carved about their own lives.  Their hopes and dreams..who they loved, who they hated.  This set is over 200 minutes of amazing insight into ancient life.  Its amazing how little it differs from modern life in so many ways.  We can learn so much by looking to the past.  This DVD set would be ideal for anyone that homeschools.  I also recommend it for teachers.  This should be presented to your school boards for use in the classroom.  If you're into Egypt or just documentaries in general, you will love this one.  Not a dull moment!

Rating: A Strong 5 out of 5 Stars!

Plastic Man: the Complete Collection DVD Review!

Plastic Man: the Complete Collection DVD Review!

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Synopsis: Supple super hero Plastic Man bends criminals to justice in these 35 exciting animated adventures from the vintage TV series. Jetsetting around the world in the Plastijet with girlfriend Penny and sidekick Hula Hula, the cool, confident Plas wraps up evil villains like Solex, Weed, Half-Ape, The Clam, Computerhead, and Disco Mummy. With the power to conform to any shape or size, Plas can grow, shrink, or flex his way out of any situation–except Penny’s jealous grip. Never yielding under pressure, the only cracks in his super hero style are the quips he throws at his nemeses while turning the tables on them. When danger calls, this is the only four-disc collector’s set–including elastically exciting extras–with enough twists to showcase Plastic Man!

Special Features: retrospective featurette and Plastic Man animated series unaired pilot episode.

Review: This is called Plastic Man: the Complete Collection DVD and the show its take from was the Plastic Man Comedy/Adventure Show that ran from 1979 to 1981.   To say that this is the complete collection of this show is both correct and incorrect, depending on how much of a completist you are.  Technically there were 35 episodes of the main show, 13 episodes of Baby Plas and 13 episodes of the Plastic Family included in the Comedy/Adventure show.  This DVD set only collects the actual Plastic Man show segments..the 35 episodes.

The show is a lot of fun, but Plastic Man fans will notice that the only villains from the Plas rogue’s gallery that make it on the show are Carrot-Man, Doctor Honctoff and Doctor Dome.  The show as co-produced by both Ruby-Spears Productions and Hanna-Barbera Productions, two of the all-time great animation companies.  We’re actually going to review the Ruby-Spears Superman show later this week, so watch for that.  Plastic Man aired after Super Friends back in the day and ties into those memories for a lot of us.
Plastic Man was voiced by Michael Bell, who is famous for work on shows like GI Joe, Transformers, the Smurfs and even Super Friends as Zan the Wonder Twin!  He masterfully portrays the sarcastic hero in this classic show.  Its so great to get this on DVD, I honestly didn’t think that would ever happen.  Its a 30 year old gem and I’m so glad to be able to share this with my own children.  And as a DC Comics collector…..well you can imagine how pleased I am to add this to my DVD library.  I highly recommend for comic book fans and kids.  This is good, clean fun!

Rating: 4 out of 5 Stars

Iron Man: Armored Adventures: Volume 1 DVD Review!

Iron Man: Armored Adventures: Volume 1 DVD Review!

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Synopsis: Teen genius Tony Stark has just finished his greatest invention: the Iron Man armor. But before he gets to show his dad, Tony’s world is shattered. His father, his home, his entire life are all gone, and Tony is left picking up the pieces. But with a little help from his friends Rhodey and Pepper, he begins to unravel the mystery surrounding the attack on his father. And as IRON MAN, Tony Stark takes his first steps toward becoming a HERO. Volume 1 includes the first 6 episodes of the massively popular series.

Review: Iron Man: Armored Adventures is the latest in a new era of Marvel cartoons.   What is surprising about the show is that it strays from the reality created by the recent hit film starring Robert Downey, Jr.  This show really takes the viewer on an all-new adventure with a young Tony Stark, searching after five mystical Makluan rings.  This really brings us closer to past comic book continuity, which isn’t usually the direction shows take when there is a hit film to tie-into.  I’m very impressed by the creators for straying and making the show its own entity.

This DVD, volume one, includes the first six episodes of the show.  The first season consisted of a total of 26 episodes in all.  Now, you may think it’ll take forever to see another volume of this show, so why bother, right?  Wrong!  Amazon.com has a listing for Volume 2 coming out in early January 2010 already, so its a safe time to start picking these up.  Hopefully Genius will release the entire first season.

The show is done in computer graphics, and this is a really touchy place to go.  Its difficult to pull off a good cg animated show, but I must say they did a nice job.  It was a little bothersome at first, but once I got into it I found a show with great character and story development and I was hooked.  Its no Pixar, but hey what is, right?  I definately recommend this DVD for any comic book, sci-fi or animation fan.  If you’re a big Iron Man fan, this is a great new direction for your franchise to go, and its a great ride!

Rating: 4 out of 5 Stars

 

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