TRANSFORME​RS ARMADA THE COMPLETE SERIES 8-DVD set debuts March 11, 2014

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TRANSFORMERS ARMADA: THE COMPLETE SERIESRelive the Adventures of This Classic Animated TV Series in One Complete Set Featuring All 52 Action-Packed Episodes  

BRING HOME THIS COLLECTIBLE 8-DVD SET ON MARCH 11, 2014FROM SHOUT! FACTORY

Brace yourself to relive some of the most astonishing TRANSFORMERS battles between the AUTOBOTS and the DECEPTICONS through the complete series release of TRANSFORMERS ARMADA. In 2002, TRANSFORMERS fans and kids were introduced to the animated television series TRANSFORMERS ARMADA. This is the unforgettable chapter of TRANSFORMERS lore and the first part of the rare UNICRON Trilogy – consisting of ARMADA, ENERGON and CYBERTRON. OPTIMUS PRIME, his team of AUTOBOTS and their human friends stepped up the fight against MEGATRON and his DECEPTICONS for control of the universe and the power-enhancing MINI-CONS, a lost race of TRANSFORMERS. Valor, deception and unexpected twists unfolded in these captivating adventures, leading to an unlikely alliance between natural enemies in the face of a genuine evil known as UNICRON.

On March 11, 2014, Shout! Factory, in collaboration with Hasbro Studios, will unleash   TRANSFORMERS ARMADA: THE COMPLETE SERIES on home entertainment shelves everywhere. For the first time ever, the entire series is collected in one deluxe 8-DVD set, featuring all 52 memorable episodes. Whether reliving the childhood memory or discovering this series for the first time, this is an essential home collection for every fan, collectors and entire family to complete their TRANSFORMERS home entertainment library. This complete series 8-DVD set is priced to own at $44.99 SRP.  


Synopsis:Our heroes, the AUTOBOTS and their nemesis, the DECEPTICONS are at it again in this complete series of the TRANSFORMERS ARMADA.  This series open to a war between the two factions of TRANSFORMERS on their home planet of Cybertron over MINI-CONS, a race of smaller, power-enhancing TRANSFORMERS.  This struggle will bring AUTOBOTS, DECEPTICONS and MINI-CONS to earth, where they continue to battle, even after two humans get involved. Through the course of this series, the TRANSFORMERS face mysterious mercenaries, mighty MINI-CON weapons and even time travel as they fight for control or freedom.


About Hasbro StudiosHasbro Studios is the Los Angeles-based entertainment division of Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS). The studio is responsible for entertainment brand-driven storytelling for the company across television, film, commercial productions and short-form. It develops, produces and distributes TV shows based on Hasbro's world class brands, including TRANSFORMERS, MY LITTLE PONY, LITTLEST PET SHOP and FAMILY GAME NIGHT. Many of these shows air on the Hub Network, a U.S. television network for kids and their families, that is a joint venture between Hasbro and Discovery Communications (NASDAQ: DISCA, DISCB, DISCK). Hasbro Studios shows can also be seen on networks in more than 180 territories globally.  Since its formation in 2009, the studio has received seven Daytime Emmy wins and 16 nominations.  On the film side, the studio is developing and producing a number of features based on Hasbro's brands, including TRANSFORMERS: AGE OF EXTINCTION (Paramount), G.I. JOE 3 (Paramount) and CANDY LAND (Sony).  The studio team also oversees the production of commercials that feature Hasbro's brands as well production of short-form content that can be seen on all of the major digital and social media platforms globally.

About Shout! FactoryShout! Factory, LLC is a diversified multi-platform entertainment company devoted to producing, uncovering, preserving and revitalizing the very best of pop culture. Founders Richard Foos, Bob Emmer and Garson Foos have spent their entire careers sharing their music, television and film favorites with discerning consumers the world over. Shout! Factory’s DVD and Blu-Ray™ offerings serve up feature films, classic and contemporary TV series, animation, live music and comedy specials in lavish packages crammed with extras.  Shout’s audio division boasts GRAMMY®-nominated box sets, new releases from storied artists, lovingly assembled album reissues and indispensable “best of” compilations.  In addition, Shout! Factory maintains a vast digital distribution network which delivers video and audio content to all the leading digital service providers in North America.  Shout! Factory also owns and operates Timeless Media Group, Biograph Records, Majordomo Records, HighTone Records and Video Time Machine. These riches are the result of a creative acquisition mandate that has established the company as a hotbed of cultural preservation and commercial reinvention.  Shout! Factory is based in Santa Monica, California. For more on Shout! Factory, visit shoutfactory.com

The Berlin File DVD Review

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The Berlin File DVD Review


Synopsis: Exposed during an illegal arms trade gone wrong in Berlin, a North Korean "ghost" agent finds himself in the cross-hairs of an international manhunt. Was he betrayed by his wife or his country?

Review: The Berlin File is a great new South Korean action epic by director Seung-wan Ryoo.  You may know Ryoo from his other greats like City of Violence and Crying Fist.  This one has everything...betrayl, guns, action..and of course intense chase scenes!  The action is over the top in that fantastic Korean style.  I'm really happy this one was imported over, it was a great watch.

Interest Range: Action

The Lone Ranger (Blu-ray + DVD + Digital Copy) Review

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The Lone Ranger (Blu-ray + DVD + Digital Copy) Review



Synopsis: Johnny Depp and Armie Hammer star in THE LONE RANGER, from Jerry Bruckheimer Films and Director Gore Verbinski. It's a wild ride of high-velocity action, explosions and gunfights that brings the famed masked legend to life through brand-new eyes. The Lone Ranger (Hammer), the last of his kind, teams with Tonto (Depp), a dark and mysterious vigilante, to seek vengeance after justice has failed them. It's a runaway train of epic surprises, as these two unlikely heroes must learn to work together before the ultimate showdown between good and evil explodes.

Review: I remember as a kid playing with Lone Ranger toys.  I saw some re-runs of the old show and I dug it a little, but I was never a hardcore fan, by any means.  Then, I saw that Johnny Depp was going to star in this remake and that it was being done by Disney....that sold me immediately.  I knew that he would make it fantastic, and true to form, he's done just that!   The film is funny, action packed and a wonderful adventure.  Our entire family enjoyed the heck out of it!  I highly recommend this one!

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Interest Range: Adventure

Win a Burn Notice Snowglobe!

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In honor of the Burn Notice series finale and the Burn Notice: The Complete Series being available on a DVD box set, fans now have a chance to win a Burn Notice snow globe. We all know how passionate "Burners" are and by simply heading to the official Burn Notice Facebook fan page between Dec 20th thru Dec 31, they can enter to win their very own snow globe!
 

Planet Of The Apes Ultimate Collection DVD Set 85% Off!!!!

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Win a copy of the Berlin File on DVD!

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WWE: Goldberg - The Ultimate Collection DVD Review

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WWE: Goldberg - The Ultimate Collection DVD Review
 

Synopsis: Goldberg was one of the most dominant and talented individuals ever witnessed in sports entertainment, exploding onto the scene by amassing an epic win streak of 173 matches. Throughout his WCW career he defeated legends such as Hulk Hogan, Kevin Nash and Diamond Dallas Page. As he crossed over to the WWE, this powerhouse continued his dominance taking on such Superstars as The Rock, Triple H, and Brock Lesnar among others. This 3-disc compilation features some of the biggest matches in Goldberg's impressive career and showcases why his legacy will forever be cemented in sports entertainment.

Review: In the late 1990s I had long been done watching wrestling.  What drew me back in was the NWO and Hollywood Hogan over at WCW...and what kept me there was a rookie that was flattening everything in his path.  Bill Goldberg.  Goldberg was instantly a favorite of mine from the first time I saw him flatten an opponent.  Eventually, the powers that be would ruin his character's run in the WCW by letting Kevin Nash dominate him, but it was quite a ride!  This DVD set has a great documentary and some fantastic key matches in Goldberg's WCW and WWE career.  I certainly hope he can return again, I'd love to see another run from him.

DISC 1

Bill Goldberg vs. Hugh Morrus
Nitro - September 22, 1997

Bill Goldberg vs. The Barbarian
Nitro - September 29, 1997

Bill Goldberg vs. Steve "Mongo" McMichael
Starrcade - December 28, 1997

United States Championship Match
Goldberg vs. Raven
Nitro - April 20, 1998

Goldberg vs. Scott Hall
Nitro - July 6, 1998

WCW World Heavyweight Championship Match
Goldberg vs. Hollywood Hulk Hogan
Nitro - July 6, 1998

WCW World Heavyweight Championship Match
Goldberg vs. Curt Hennig
Bash at the Beach - July 12, 1998

WCW World Heavyweight Championship Match
Goldberg vs. Sting
Nitro - September 14, 1998

WCW World Heavyweight Championship Match
Goldberg vs. Diamond Dallas Page
Halloween Havoc - October 25, 1998

WCW World Heavyweight Championship Match
Goldberg vs. The Giant
Nitro - November 23, 1998

No Disqualification Match for the WCW World Heavyweight Championship
Goldberg vs. Kevin Nash
Starrcade - December 27, 1998

DISC 2

Goldberg vs. Ric Flair
Nitro - March 8, 1999

Fatal 4 Way Match for the WCW World Heavyweight Championship
Goldberg vs. Hulk Hogan vs. Ric Flair vs. Diamond Dallas Page
Nitro - April 5, 1999

Goldberg vs. Kevin Nash
Spring Stampede - April 11, 1999

Goldberg vs. Diamond Dallas Page
Fall Brawl - September 12, 1999

United States Championship Match
Goldberg vs. Sid
Halloween Havoc - October 24, 1999

Goldberg vs. Sting
Halloween Havoc - October 24, 1999

"I Quit" Match
Goldberg vs. Sid
Mayhem - November 21, 1999

No Disqualification Match
Goldberg vs. Scott Steiner
Fall Brawl - September 17, 2000

2-on-1 Handicap Match
Goldberg vs. Kronik
Halloween Havoc - October 29, 2000

No Disqualification Match
Goldberg & Dewayne Bruce vs. Lex Luger & Buff Bagwell
Sin - January 14, 2001

DISC 3

Goldberg vs. The Rock
Backlash - April 27, 2003

Steel Cage Match
Goldberg vs. Christian
RAW - May 12, 2003

Goldberg vs. Chris Jericho
Badd Blood - June 15, 2003

Elimination Chamber Match for the World Heavyweight Championship
Goldberg vs. Triple H vs. Randy Orton vs.Shawn Michaels vs. Kevin Nash vs. Chris Jericho
SummerSlam - August 24, 2003

World Heavyweight Championship Match
Goldberg vs. Triple H
Unforgiven - September 21, 2003

Goldberg vs. Mark Henry
RAW - October 6, 2003

Goldberg vs. Batista
RAW - November 10, 2003

World Heavyweight Championship Match
Goldberg vs. Triple H
Survivor Series - November 16, 2003

Goldberg vs. Brock Lesnar
WrestleMania XX - March 14, 2004

Interest Range: Wrestling, WCW, Sports Entertainment

Winnie the Pooh: Springtime with Roo on Blu-ray and Digital Hi-Def 3/11/14

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The storytelling continues in the Hundred Acre Wood with the all-new "WINNIE THE POOH: SPRINGTIME WITH ROO" full-length feature as it leaps for the first time on Digital High Definition and Blu-ray™ March 11, 2014! This edition comes with an enchanting never-before-seen bonus treat too.

The Wolverine Blu-Ray / DVD Combo Review

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The Wolverine Blu-Ray / DVD Combo Review


Synopsis: Hugh Jackman returns as The Wolverine and faces his ultimate nemesis in an action packed life-or-death battle that takes him to modern day Japan. Vulnerable for the first time and pushed to his limits, Logan confronts not only lethal samurai steel but also his inner struggle against his own immortality; an epic fight that will leave him forever changed.

Review: I'm a huge fan of the X-Men and of course Wolverine.  I know that the first Wolverine film got a lot of heat from fans, but I thought it was an okay watch.  This one, however, got a lot more scrutiny from me, because I'm a HUGE fan of the original Frank Miller Wolverine comic book mini-series on which this is based.   The film features Hugh Jackman doing a fantastic job as the Wolverine.  He has really  nailed this character to the point where it feels effortless.  He just melts right into the mystique (no pun intended).  The film does a pretty good job of adapting certain parts of the comic book, while changing enough to update it and make it more Hollywood.  There is some great dark humor and good action scenes.  This one is a great comic book film and sure to please any fan of Wolverine!

The special features include: 

Disc 1: Blu-ray
  • Theatrical Film
  • Doc: Path of the Ronin
  • Alt Ending
  • DOFP Set Tour
  • Second Screen
  • Marvel Infinite Comic
Disc 2: DVD & Digital Copy (Film Only)

Interest Range: Action, Comic Books

Transformers Prime: Season Three on DVD and Blu-Ray Review!

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Transformers Prime: Season Three on DVD and Blu-Ray Review!

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Synopsis: The Autobots and their human comrades have been separated, following the destruction of their headquarters, and Optimus Prime badly injured. Unfortunately, this is just the beginning of their troubles, as the powerful Decepticon Shockwave has come to Earth with his newest weapon a clone of one of Cybertron's most ancient and fearsome beasts Predaking. Now it's up the Autobots and their allies both old and new to reunite and protect the world from evil one last time. The epic conclusion to the acclaimed series Transformers Prime: Beast Hunters is now available in one breathtaking two-disc collection!

Review: Transformers is a franchise that has stood the test of decades and is still going strong with kids and adults alike with Transformers: Prime!   The third season of the show, Beast Hunters,takes the action and the story arcs to a whole new level!  I was really hoping that this series would keep going with a season four, but it has been announced that this is the end of Transformers: Prime and a new series is coming in 2014!  This one starts out with everything looking bleak and just when the chips are down, sworn enemies have to team together to fight an even greater and more ancient evil from their own alien planet!  This series never disappointed and this is a must have for any fan!

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Interest Range: Animation, HUB Network

Holiday Gift Guide: Horror and Sci-Fi Classics!

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The Amityville Horror Trilogy Deluxe Collector’s Edition Three-Disc Blu-ray Pack is now available to own. Featuring perfect high-definition picture visuals and purest digital sound available, this essential collection brings together The Amityville Horror (starring James Brolin, Margot Kidder and Oscar(R)-winner Rod Steiger), Amityville II: The Possession  (starring James Olson, Burt Young, Rutanya Alda, Andrew Prine, Jack Magner, Diane Franklin) and Amityville 3D (starring Tony Roberts, Tess Harper, Candy Clark). Each movie from this collection is packed with extensive bonus features and more!

There’s no place like home…for bloodcurdling horror! For George and Kathy Lutz from The Amityville Horror, the colonial house on the river’s edge seemed ideal: quaint, spacious and amazingly affordable. Of course, six brutal murders had taken place there just a year before, but houses don’t have memories…or do they? Soon the Lutz dream house becomes a hellish nightmare, as walls begin to drip blood and satanic forces threaten to destroy them. Now the family must try to escape or forfeit their lives – and their souls! One of the most talked-about haunted house stories of all time, The Amityville Horror is a spine-tingling tale of a house possessed by unspeakable evil.



Classic film aficionados, horror fans and collectors will relish the 4-Disc Blu-ray release of The Vincent Price Collection from Scream Factory.  An essential collection for every home entertainment library, this extraordinary collector’s set brings together six Vincent Price masterpiece classics, featuring the first-ever Blu-ray movie presentation of Fall of the Hose of Usher (1960), The Haunted Palace (1963), The Masque of Red Death (1964), The Pit and the Pendulum (1961Witchfinder General (1968) and The Abominable Dr. Phibes (1971). Brimming with a bevy of chilling bonus content including interviews with producer/director Roger Corman, audio commentaries, original theatrical trailers, still galleries and archival materials, this Blu-ray collection also includes a 24-page Collector’s book.


From the director of Poltergeist and the co-writer of Alien comes a thrilling sci-fi adventure of explosive action and pulse-pounding suspense! A mission to investigate Halley's Comet discovers an even stranger phenomenon: an alien spacecraft! Following a deadly confrontation, the aliens arrive on Earth, where their seductive leader begins a terrifying campaign to drain the lifeforce of everyone she encounters. Her victims, in turn, continue the cycle, and soon the entire planet is in mortal danger. And when the mission's sole survivor (Steve Railsback – The Stunt Man) sets out to destroy her, he comes face to face with the most charming - and horrifying – being he's ever known. Will he be able to destroy the lovely vampiress...or will he become yet another victim of her fatal charm?



A weather beaten old fisherman tells an ancient tale of betrayal and death to fascinated children as they huddle together by their campfire. As a piece of driftwood in a child’s hands glows with spectral light an eerie fog envelops the bay and from it’s midst emerge dripping demonic victims of a century old shipwreck… seeking revenge.



In this the third film in the continuing saga of the undead from writer/director George A. Romero (Night of the Living Dead, Dawn of the Dead, Land of the Dead, Diary of the Dead, Survival of the Dead), a small group of scientists and soldiers have taken refuge in an underground missile silo where they struggle to control the flesh-eating horror that walks the earth above. But will the final battle for the future of the human race be fought among the living or have they forever unleashed the hunger of the dead? Lori Cardille, Joe Pilato and Richard Liberty star in this controversial classic with groundbreaking gore effects by Tom Savini.


From the producer of HALLOWEEN comes a new force of evil…
Creedmore Prison becomes a supernatural battleground when the specter of Charlie Forsythe, a man executed for murder, returns seeking vengeance from the brutal guard, Ethan Sharpe, who was aware of his innocence. The lives of the inmates hang in the balance as Forsythe and Sharpe lock in demonic combat. Directed by Renny Harlin (Cliffhanger, A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master, Deep Blue Sea). Starring Viggo Mortensen (A History Of Violence, Eastern Promises), Chelsea Field (Dust Devil, The Dark Half) and Lane Smith (Red Dawn).

Big 25th Anniversar​y Digital Trading Cards!

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Big 25th Anniversary  is available on Blu-ray/DVD combo on December 10th courtesy of 20th Century Fox Home Entertainment.

ACTIVITY SHEETS: Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: Super Adventure on DVD 12/3

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In anticipation of tomorrow's release (December 3rd) of MICKEY MOUSE CLUBHOUSE: SUPER ADVENTURE, we're super elated to share these fun activity sheets for you and your readers!

The Simpsons: The Sixteenth Season Blu-Ray Review

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The Simpsons: The Sixteenth Season Blu-Ray Review



Synopsis: Hold onto your donuts! Season 16 of the The Simpsons - the longest-running scripted show in television history - includes all 21 hilarious episodes, tons of meticulously slapped-together special features, plus a veritable who's who (woo-hoo!) of celebrity guest voices, including Fantasia Barrino, Jason Bateman, Gary Busey, James Caan, Stephen Hawking, Eric Idle, Jane Kaczmarek, Lucy Liu, Liam Neeson, Amy Poehler, Ray Romano and plenty more!

Review: The Simpsons is without a doubt the greatest animated show of all time.  Its certainly the longest running!  Fortunately, we're now getting season releases on blu-ray, as well as DVD.  This season sixteen set has 21 episodes of the series.  Season 16 originally aired during the 2004-2005 season.  Highlight episodes include "Thanks God, It's Doomsday", which was an instant classic, and the "Treehouse of Horror XV", which opens the season with a bang.  This is a must have blu-ray for any fan of the show.  The series looks amazing in high-def and hopefully they'll speed up these releases and go back to give us blu-ray of the first seasons, as well!

Interest Range: Animation

The History of WWE: 50 Years of Sports Entertainment DVD Review

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The History of WWE: 50 Years of Sports Entertainment DVD Review

Synopsis: The History of WWE celebrates 50 years of sports entertainment by chronicling the evolution of WWE from small, regional promotion into a worldwide phenomenon. With new interviews from several key personalities past and present, get the inside story behind each era of WWE as well as all your favorite moments and Superstars.

Review: There is nothing hotter right now than the WWE.  Things are really going great there with the current superstars and the storylines.  My kids, however, have no idea whats going on, so all I had to do was grab this fantastic new documentary and throw it in and my kids got an instant wrestling history lesson. The documentary portion is fascinating and extensive and the matches included are seminol.   You cannot go wrong with this one.  It would make an excellent Xmas gift.  I've already gotten a few for the people on my list!

Interest Range: WWE

Win a copy of The Simpsons Season 16 on Blu-Ray!

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Win a copy of The Simpsons Season 16 on blu-ray!  Hows that for a holiday treat!  Simply email us at dvdlegion.com @ gmail.com (remove spaces) for your chance to win!  Good luck!

Synopsis:
Hold onto your donuts! Season 16 of the “The Simpsons” — the longest-running scripted show in television history — includes all 21 hilarious episodes, tons of meticulously slapped together special features, plus a veritable who’s who (woo-hoo!) of celebrity guest voices, including Fantasia Barrino, Jason Bateman, Gary Busey, James Caan, Stephen Hawking, Eric Idle, Jane Kaczmarek, Lucy Liu, Liam Neeson, Amy Poehler, Ray Romano and plenty more!
 
Special Features:
Greetings, Junior Scienteers! 
Sketch Galleries
Special Language Feature (Pranksta Rap) 
Living in the Moment
Animation Showcase – Future Drama ACT 1
Bonus Episode  – Holidays of Future Past
Deleted Scenes
Audio Commentaries on all Episodes
Easter Eggs
 
“The Simpsons” Season 16 Blu-ray
Street Date: December 3, 2013
Prebook Date: October 16, 2013
Screen Format: Fullscreen 1.33:1
Audio: English DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1, Spanish Dolby
Digital 5.1, French Dolby Digital 5.1
Subtitles: English / French / Spanish
Total Run Time: 483 minutes
U.S. Rating: TV-NR
Closed Captioned: Yes
 
“The Simpsons” Season 16 DVD
Street Date: December 3, 2013
Prebook Date: October 16, 2013
Screen Format: Fullscreen 1.33:1
Audio: English Dolby Digital 5.1, Spanish Surround Dolby
Digital 2.0, French Surround Dolby Digital 2.0
Subtitles: English / French / Spanish
Total Run Time: 483 minutes
U.S. Rating: TV-NR
Closed Captioned Yes

Disney Holiday Gift Guide!

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Check out these great holiday gift suggestions!  Something for everyone in the family!


Iron Man 3 – September 24
Marvel Studios’ Iron Man 3 pits brash-but-brilliant industrialist Tony Stark/Iron Man against an enemy whose reach knows no bounds. When Stark finds his personal world destroyed at his enemy’s hands, he embarks on a harrowing quest to find those responsible. This journey, at every turn, will test his mettle. Available on 3D Super Set, Blu-ray Combo Pack, DVD, Digital Copy & On Demand September 24, 2013.

Bonus features include: Deconstructing The Scene - Jump into action with the stunt-team skydivers in this close-up look at creating one of the movie’s most memorable scenes; Exclusive Behind-The-Scenes Look at Marvel’s Thor: The Dark WorldMarvel’s Iron Man 3 Unmasked—Join cast and crew for a crash course in epic movie-making, Marvel style; Gag Reel; Deleted & Extended Scenes and Audio Commentary with Drew Pearce & Shane Black.
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The Little Mermaid: Diamond Edition 3D – October 1
The timeless story of the Little Mermaid is making its Diamond Edition debut this October.  The Blu-ray contains oceans full of bubbly bonus features including an All-New Music Video by Carly Rae Jepsen singing “Part Of Your World,” featurettes including @ Disney Animation which speaks with current Disney animators who were inspired by the film, a Deleted Character, The Real Little Mermaid: Live Action Reference ModelPart of Her World: Jodi Benson’s Voyage To New Fantasyland, Howard’s Lecture, Crab-e-okee along to your favorite songs and all the classic DVD bonus features. Availbale on 3-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack (Blu-ray 3D + Blu-ray + DVD + Digital Copy + Music Download) for $49.99 SRP and 2-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack with Digital Copy (Blu-ray + DVD/ Digital Copy) for $44.99 SRP.


Monsters University – October 29
This Fall, Disney Pixar celebrates homecoming with the release of  “Monsters University” on Digital HD and Digital HD 3D on October 8, 2013, followed by the 4-Disc Ultimate Collector's Edition Blu-ray 3D Combo Pack3-Disc Collector's Edition Blu-ray Combo Pack, 3-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack, DVD and On-Demand on October 29, 2013. Lots of bonus features, go behind the scenes on Pixar’s real life campus with multiple featurettes, view “Deleted Scenes” and featured is the animated short “The Blue Umbrella”.         


Mickey’s Christmas Carol 30th Anniversary – November 5
Ring in the holidays with a new 30th Anniversary Special Edition of Mickey’s Christmas Carol. Disney’s timeless tale sparkles like never before on Blu-ray and Digital Copy, with fully-restored classic holiday shorts, plus all-new bonus features!

Make the season merry as Mickey, Goofy, Donald and all their pals star in a heartwarming retelling of Dickens’ unforgettable holiday tale. Ebenezer Scrooge (Scrooge McDuck) is far too greedy to understand that Christmas is a time for kindness and generosity. But with the guidance of some wise ghosts (Goofy and Jiminy Cricket) and a bunch of newfound friends, Scrooge learns to embrace the spirit of the season. Share this wonderful holiday treat with the whole family! Bonus features include: Mickey’s Christmas Carol, Yodelberg, Pluto’s Christmas Tree, Art of Skiing, Corn Chips, & The Hockey Champ. Available on Blu-ray Combo Pack (BD+DVD+eCopy), DVD (+ eCopy), or Digitally.



Winnie The Pooh: A Very Merry Pooh Year – November 5
Get ready to ring in the season with a full-length adventure straight from the heart of the Hundred Acre Wood. Join Pooh, Tigger, Eeyore, Roo and the whole gang in Winnie The Pooh: A Very Merry Pooh Year – now on Blu-ray™ and Digital Copy for the very first time. Newly re-mastered in digital high definition, this sparkling holiday classic is an inspiring celebration of friendship. It’s the most wonderful time of the year, but Rabbit will only discover the true spirit of the season after his pals make misguided New Year’s resolutions to change – with hilarious and heartfelt results! Featuring beloved characters, delightful songs and fun-filled bonus goodies, this special Gift of Friendship Edition is sure to become a shared family tradition for generations to come! Bonus features include Disney Intermission: press “pause” and see the characters break into song and dance. Available on Blu-ray Combo Pack (BD+DVD+eCopy), DVD (+ eCopy), or Digitally.



Planes – November 19
Disney's heartwarming family comedy, PLANES, revved up with high-flying action and adventure, lands in homes and mass retailers nationwide on November 19th.  This endearing underdog story about a crop dusting plane named Dusty with sky-high dreams touches down on Blu-ray, DVD, Digital HD and On-Demand featuring a cargo hold full of exciting bonus features. Guaranteeing hours of fun, PLANES is the perfect gift for “ladies and gentle-planes” of all ages this holiday season.

Iron Man & Hulk: Heroes United – December 3

Marvel makes history again with one of the greatest Heroic team ups in the universe. Hulk’s brute strength and Tony Stark’s high-tech intellect come together to create a powerful duo necessary to face off against one of the most dangerous enemies. 

When “Zzzax,” a seemingly invincible, energy devouring monster threatens to destroy the planet, these two Avengers are mankind’s only hope. Alone, neither can defeat the awesome power of Zzzax. As a team, they just might have a chance – if they can find a way to work together without smashing heads before time runs out! This Marvel


Mary Poppins 50th Anniversary – December 10
Julie Andrews and Dick Van Dyke bring this timeless classic to life for the first time on Blu-ray. Bonus highlights include: “Mary-oke” an interactive segment that allows viewers to sing-along with famous songs from the film, “Becoming Mr. Sherman,” Saving Mr. Banks’ Jason Schwarzman reveals what it was like to take on the shoes of famed Disney musician Richard Sherman and the making of the Broadway musical.


The Lone Ranger – December 17
Johnny Depp and Armie Hammer star in The Lone Ranger, from Jerry Bruckheimer Films and Director Gore Verbinski. It’s a wild ride of high velocity action, explosions and gunfights that brings the famed masked legend to life through brand-new eyes. The Lone Ranger (Hammer), the last of his kind, teams with Tonto (Depp), a dark and mysterious vigilante, to seek vengeance after justice has failed them. It’s a runaway train of epic surprises, as these two unlikely heroes must learn to work together before the ultimate showdown between good and evil explodes.

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (Extended Edition) Blu-Ray Review

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The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (Extended Edition) Blu-Ray Review


Synopsis: The adventure follows the journey of title character Bilbo Baggins, who is swept into an epic quest to reclaim the lost Dwarf Kingdom of Erebor from the fearsome dragon Smaug. Approached out of the blue by the wizard Gandalf the Grey, Bilbo finds himself joining a company of thirteen dwarves led by the legendary warrior, Thorin Oakenshield. Their journey will take them into the Wild; through treacherous lands swarming with Goblins and Orcs, deadly Wargs and Sorcerers. Although their goal lies to the East and the wastelands of the Lonely Mountain, first they must escape the goblin tunnels, where Bilbo meets the creature that will change his life forever Gollum. Here, alone with Gollum, on the shores of an underground lake, the unassuming Bilbo Baggins not only discovers depths of ingenuity and courage that surprise even him, he also gains possession of Gollum's "precious" ring that holds unexpected and useful qualities A simple, gold ring that is tied to the fate of all Middle-earth in ways Bilbo cannot begin to know.

Review: The Hobbit is my favorite book of all time.  I don't say that lightly, as I'm quite the bibliophile.  The Hobbit is, in my opinion, a modern masterpiece.   When I first heard that they were undertaking the film version I was tepid, to say the least.  I loved the Lord of the Rings trilogy and I felt that Peter Jackson did a wonderful job there, but this was different for me..this is the Hobbit!  When I saw the trailer for the film I was unimpressed.  To be honest all of the promotion, merchandise and imagery did not impress me, not one bit.  Once I got ahold of this new extended edition of the film on blu-ray I decided to give it a fair shake, and boy am I glad to be wrong.  This film, the first of three, is amazing.   Jackson captures the whimsey and joy in the beginning of the tale and manages to progress the film to stay true to the original book in most ways.  He did modify a few scenes, like the famous scene with the three trolls in the woods, but I was able to get past it, because the entirety of the film is just so stunning and captivating.  This one is a gem.

The special features on this extended blu-ray include:
3 Disc BD: UV Copy of Ext Edition THE FILMMAKERS' COMMENTARY Director/writer/producer Peter Jackson and writer/co--‐producer Philippa Boyens provide their Perspective and stories on creating the first film of The Hobbit. NEW ZEALAND: HOME OF MIDDLE--‐EARTH From Matamata to Queenstown, travel with Peter Jackson and his team across the stunning locations of New Zealand, transformed by the filmmakers into Middle--‐earth. 
THE APPENDICES PART 7 A LONG--‐EXPECTED JOURNEY: The Chronicles of The Hobbit A fourteen--‐part chronological history of the filming of An Unexpected Journey, covering pre--‐production in the various departments of the film in the months leading up to the start of principal photography, the boot camp training for the main cast, and the work done on set chronologically through the three shooting blocks and in the world of its digital effects. · THE JOURNEY BACK TO MIDDLE--‐EARTH · RIDDLES IN THE DARK– Gollum’s Cave · AN UNEXPECTED PARTY– Bag End · ROAST MUTTON–Trollshaws Forest · BASTION OF THE GREENWOOD– Rhosgobel · A SHORT REST– Rivendell and London · OVER HILL– The Misty Mountains · UNDER HILL–Goblin Town · OUT OF THE FRYINGPAN…– The Forest Ledge · RETURN TO HOBBITON– The Shire · THE EPIC OF SCENE 88– Strath Taieri · THE BATTLE OF MORIA– Azanulbizar · EDGE OF THE WILDERLAND- Pick‐ups and the Carrock · HOME IS BEHIND, THE WORLD AHEAD · CREDITS 
THE APPENDICES PART 8 RETURN TO MIDDLE--‐EARTH THE COMPANY OF THORIN Explores the characters and backgrounds of the five families of dwarves and the company of actors chosen to play Thorin’s company on the Quest of the Lonely Mountain. · ASSEMBLING THE DWARVES · THORIN, FILI & KILI · BALIN & DWALIN · OIN & GLOIN · DORI, NORI & ORI · BIFUR, BOFUR & BOMBUR MR. BAGGINS: THE 14TH MEMBER A revealing look at the film’s charismatic and talented lead actor, Martin Freeman. DURIN’S FOLK: CREATING THE DWARVES Reveals the journey and process of designing, conceptualizing and physically realizing the dwarves in The Hobbit. THE PEOPLES AND DENIZENS OF MIDDLE--‐EARTH Focuses on the realization of new characters and creatures we encounter in Film 1, from casting to characterization to physical and digital design. Including the Stone Trolls; Radagast the Brown; the Great Goblin and his horde; and Azog the Defiler. · THE STONE TROLLS · RADAGAST THE BROWN · GOBLINS · AZOG THE DEFILER REALMS OF THE THIRD AGE: FROM BAG END TO GOBLIN TOWN Follows the creation of the Middle--‐earth locations from conceptual design, to set and prop building to fully digital realities. Realms explored include Hobbiton, Rhosgobel, Rivendell, The Misty Mountains and Goblin Town. · HOBBITON · RHOSGOBEL · RIVENDELL · THE MISTY MOUNTAINS · GOBLIN TOWN THE SONGS OF THE HOBBIT A look at the realization of Tolkien’s songs in Film 1.

Interest Range: Fantasy, Classics

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