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Synopsis: Disney presents a new twist on one of the most hilarious and hair-raising tales ever told. Your whole family will get tangled up in the fun, excitement and adventure of this magical motion picture.

When the kingdom's most wanted - and most charming - bandit Flynn Rider hides in a mysterious tower, the last thing he expects to find is Rapunzel, a spirited teen with an unlikely superpower - 70 feet of magical golden hair! Together, the unlikely duo sets off on a fantastic journey filled with surprising heroes, laughter and suspense.

Let your hair down and get ready to cheer for "Tangled." Bursting with never-before-seen bonus features, it's even more enchanting on Blu-ray Hi-Def.

Review: The Princess and the Frog wasn't too great of a film, so when we heard Disney was making another "Princess" movie and utilizing the classic storybook character of Rapunzel we were skeptical to be sure.  Fortunately, Disney hit a home run!

• 2 original storybook openings

• 50th Animated Countdown

• DVD features plus

• 3 deleted scenes

• The Making of a Fairy Tale

• 2 extended songs

• 9 Theatrical Teasers

Interest Range: Rapunzel, Disney Princesses

Primetime TV Stars Nathan Fillion, Elisabeth Moss Headline Voice Cast;

Available as Blu-rayTM Combo Pack & DVD

BURBANK, CA, (March 30, 2011) – The origins of the ultimate intergalactic police force are revealed across six interlocking tales of the legendary Green Lantern Corps in the all-new Green Lantern: Emerald Knights, the next entry in the popular, ongoing series of DC Universe Animated Original Movies. Building up to the release of the highly anticipated live action film, Green Lantern, in theatres June 17, Green Lantern: Emerald Knights arrives on Blu-Ray™, DVD, On Demand and for Download June 7, 2011 from Warner Premiere, DC Entertainment and Warner Bros. Animation.

The full-length animated Green Lantern: Emerald Knights will be distributed by Warner Home Video as a Blu-Ray™ Combo Pack and DVD. The film will also be available On Demand and for Download.

Green Lantern: Emerald Knights weaves six legendary stories of the Green Lantern Corps’ rich mythology around preparations for an attack by an ancient enemy. As the battle approaches, Hal Jordan mentors new recruit Arisia in the history of the Green Lantern Corps, telling tales of Avra (the first Green Lantern) and several of Hal’s comrades – including Abin Sur, Kilowog, Laira and Mogo. In the end, Arisia must rise to the occasion to help Hal, Sinestro and the entire Green Lantern Corps save the universe from the destructive forces of Krona.

Primetime television stars Nathan Fillion (Castle) and Elisabeth Moss (Mad Men) lead a diverse array of performers as the voices behind the Green Lantern Corps.

Fillion provides the voice of the animated film’s central character, Hal Jordan, the human Green Lantern assigned to Sector 2814 (which includes Earth). Fillion has starred in several primetime television series including his current hit Castle as well as Desperate Housewives, Two Guys, a Girl and a Pizza Place and Buffy the Vampire Slayer. He has also developed a popular cult following as a pair of Joss Whedon’s heroic captains: Capt. Mal Reynolds in the space-western series Firefly and follow-up film, Serenity; and Captain Hammer in Whedon’s internet sensation Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along Blog. Fillion returns to the DC Universe after his successful turn as Steve Trevor in the animated film Wonder Woman, and has performed voice work on the animated series Justice League, Robot Chicken, The Venture Bros., and several Halo video games.

Moss gives voice to Arisia, a young recruit forced into her first mission on just her third day as a Green Lantern. Prior to starring as the ever-evolving Peggy Olson in AMC’s ground-breaking series Mad Men, Moss was featured on The West Wing, Invasion and Picket Fences. Moss has been active in voiceovers for animation with previous roles in Steven Spielberg Presents Animaniacs, Freakazoid! and It’s Spring Training, Charlie Brown!.

The voice cast for Green Lantern: Emerald Knights also features actor/spoken word artist Henry Rollins (Sons of Anarchy, The Henry Rollins Show) as Kilowog, Jason Isaacs (the Harry Potter films) as Sinestro, legendary professional wrestler “Rowdy” Roddy Piper (They Live) as Bolphunga, Arnold Vosloo (The Mummy) as Abin Sur, Kelly Hu (The Vampire Diaries) as Laira and Wade Williams (Prison Break) as Deegan. Radio Hall of Fame commentator/talk show host Michael Jackson voices the esteemed Guardian, Ganthet.

Bruce Timm is executive producer of Green Lantern: Emerald Knights. Directors are Lauren Montgomery, Jay Oliva and Christopher Berkeley. The six interlocking tales are penned by comic book luminaries Geoff Johns, Dave Gibbons, Peter J. Tomasi, Eddie Berganza, Alan Burnett, Todd Casey and Michael Green & Marc Guggenheim.

“Green Lantern: Emerald Knights is filled with wonderful backstory and exposition on the Green Lantern Corps going far beyond Hal Jordan, making this film a perfect complement to the live-action major motion picture, Green Lantern,” said Hersin Magante, WHV Marketing Director, Family & Animation.

Green Lantern: Emerald Knights Blu-Ray™ Combo Pack has over 2 1/2 hours of exciting content, including:

· Feature film (est. 75 min)

· Sneak Peak at Batman: Year One, the next DC Universe Animated Original Movie

· Behind-the-Scenes look at All-Star Superman

· Featurette: “Only the Bravest: Tales of The Green Lantern Corps” – Bravery is the unique, identifying characteristic of each Green Lantern. Yet what does it mean to be brave?  How has the world of Green Lantern and the Corps made bravery into something we can all relate to?  This story reveals and defines the bond that holds together the Green Lanterns’ affection for the ring, and the ring’s unwavering loyalty in return.  

· Featurette: “Why Green Lantern Matters: The Talent of Geoff Johns” – Geoff Johns is a force to be reckoned with. He’s not only the Chief Creative Officer of DC Entertainment, he’s a New York Times bestselling writer with a fresh and vibrant storytelling perspective. Johns discusses his contemporary take on the Green Lantern character and why that character resonates in our culture.

· Pod: From Comic Book to Screen: Abin Sur – Take a peek into Geoff John’s “Green Lantern Secret Origin” book which, for the first time, showed fans what really happened to Abin Sur before he crashed landed on Earth, and passed his ring to Hal Jordan.

· Pod: Beautiful … But Deadly – From Comic Book to Screen: Laira Omoto – Green Lantern: Emerald Knights again creatively weaved a riveting comic book short story into the

intricate plot of the film while introducing the honorable Green Lantern, Laira Omoto.  Known as one of the Green Lantern Corps’ fiercest warriors, this mini-featurette takes a deeper look into the history and origin of this humanoid marital artist and her

family feud with the Golden Dragon!

· Audio Commentary: Dan DiDio and Geoff Johns

· “Green Lantern” Digital Comic Book

· Two bonus episodes from animated television series handpicked by Bruce Timm.

· Standard and high definition versions of the feature film

· Digital copy on disc of the feature film

BASICS

Street Date: June 7, 2011

Order Due Date: May 3, 2011

Languages: English and Spanish

Audio: Dolby Surround Stereo

Color / Closed Captioned

MPAA Rating: PG

Green Lantern: Emerald Knights

Blu-ray Combo Pack - $24.98 SRP

Price: SD 1 Disc - $19.98 SRP

BD Combo Pack UPC: 883929136902

1-Disc UPC: 883929137411

Synopsis: Yuki Cross is a first-year student at Cross Academy. As a member of the Disciplinary Committee, her duty is to keep the infatuated Day Class students from chasing the beautiful Night Class students, all while performing the important task of protecting the secret of the Night Class, that all members of the Night Class are, in fact, vampires! The Night Class was intended to end a long history of conflict by promoting a peaceful coexistence between human beings and vampires. As Guardians, Yuki and her childhood friend Zero are tasked with protecting the coexistence of the Day Class and the Night Class. Unlike Zero, who sees the vampires as enemies, Yuki believes vampires and humans can coexist.

Review: Viz has released this great fantasy anime series in a complete collection, which is uncut 13 episodes.  In reality there is a second series, Vampire Knight Guilty, which we hope they will also release soon!  This set is fantastic, its over 5 hours of one of the coolest anime we've seen in awhile.  The balance and harmony between the vampires is breaking and its up to Yuki and Zero to keep the peace.  This one has great action and drama with fantastic voice-over acting.  Its a complete win.

Interest Range: Anime, Fantasy

Synopsis: Following up with Pokemon's All Star series set, the Pokemon Elements Collection Part 2includes volumes 6-10, the last five volumes commemorating the different types of Pokemon characters. Each disc showcases a Pokemon element with three classic episodes.

This release from the animated adventure series POKEMON offers five collections of episodes, each set focusing on one Pokemon character, like Psychic, a mysterious monster shaped like ancient writing, with the awesome power of levitation, and Ghost, a mysterious monster with the strange ability to slip through any obstacle, and even hide inside walls.

Review: Pokemon has been a phenomenon in multiple countries for well over a decade and its still going strong.  This is something that we're thankful for in our household, being huge Poke-Fans!  The new Elements DVD series Collection 2 includes the following volumes: Dark, Psychic, Dragon, Ghost and Rock.  This is over five hours of Pokemon over 15 episodes.  This is the second of two volumes in this series and its a fantastic addition to any Pokemon collection.  Many of these episodes have already been released on DVD, but if you missed 'em, this is your chance!

Interest Range: Pokemon, Anime

Synopsis: The Scary Movie gang is back for their funniest, most fearless installment yet. This time, the lovable, dim-witted Cindy (Anna Faris) and her overheated pal Brenda (Regina Hall) return to help clueless hero Tom (Craig Bierko) save the world from a ruthless alien invasion. In true Scary Movie tradition, the story weaves through a series of hilarious and twisted parodies of movies like War of the Worlds, The Grudge, The Village, and Saw. In Scary Movie 4, nothing and we mean NOTHING is off limits!

Review: Scary Movie 4 is without a doubt the best of the four Scary Movie films.  This one stars Anna Faris again but now includes the huge talent of Craig Bierko.  This one spoofed everything from War of the Worlds to Saw and did it masterfully.  I think if you've wanted to see this by now you have, so we'll get into the big question..the high-definition transfer..how does this one hold up?  Well, I can say with great pleasure that the picture looks amazing.  The skin tones are great and very detailed and the colors on the clothing really pop.  There is no evident grain to be seen in any of the dark or light scenes.  This is a great version of a hilarious film.  The blu-ray also includes TONS of bonus features.  Winning!

Interest Range: Comedy, Spoof

 

Synopsis: Q: What do pint-sized space travelers and a teenage science buff have in common? A: Loyal dogs, a calling to protect the planet (and beyond) from evil and they shared a half-hour Saturday Morning TV time slot of animated fun! Space Kidettes and Young Samson kicks off with the adventures of Scooter, Jenny, Snoopy and Countdown – the Space Kidettes – and their puppy Pupstar. Operating from their space capsule-turned-clubhouse, they protect the galaxy from the bumbling Captain Skyhook. The second half of the show is devoted to Samson, a teen with a big brain, magical bracelets and a dog Goliath who transforms into a lion when it comes time to thwart the diabolical plans of mad scientists. This action-packed 4-Disc Collection includes All 20 Episodes of our resourceful heroes up against space pirates, molemen, monster asteroids and more!


NOTE: The original network broadcasts of SPACE KIDETTES (1966) and YOUNG SAMSON (1967) were formatted to break up the plot line of each episode to include additional animated content not made by Hanna-Barbera, but which were controlled by the series’ sponsor. After the network runs ended, the KIDETTES and SAMSON stories were re-edited into continuous scenarios, and the two series were joined together as the THE SPACE KIDETTES/YOUNG SAMSON SHOW for subsequent forms of distribution. The revised syndication versions of these shows are the only ones available for distribution, as the original network versions were cut and reconformed for the current configuration.

Review: The original network broadcasts of SPACE KIDETTES (1966) and YOUNG SAMSON (1967) were formatted to break up the plot line of each episode to include additional animated content not made by Hanna-Barbera, but which were controlled by the series’ sponsor. After the network runs ended, the KIDETTES and SAMSON stories were re-edited into continuous scenarios, and the two series were joined together as the THE SPACE KIDETTES/YOUNG SAMSON SHOW for subsequent forms of distribution. The revised syndication versions of these shows are the only ones available for distribution, as the original network versions were cut and reconformed for the current configuration.

The great people at the Warner Archive have made animation enthusiast dreams come true by giving us this great mash-up show of classic Hanna-Barbera toons the Space Kidettes and Young Samson.  The video transfer looks amazing for the age of these shows, and considering that they graced Saturday Morning cartoons decades ago, I'm quite impressed.

This set includes the full 20-episode run and is not to be missed.  This one isn't available in stores, but only online on-demand from our friends at the Warner Archive!

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Interest Range: Vintage Animation, Hanna-Barbera

Synopsis: Batman conquers past, present and future evil in a fantastic double-disc set. Batman and his DC Comics Super Hero comrades swoop into action with more amazing adventures from the debut season of the smart, hip TV series! This exciting 2-Disc Collection features Batman and allies Aquaman, Booster Gold, Blue Beetle, Red Tornado, Green Arrow, Robin and Dr. Fate fighting foes in incredible showdowns. "Bats" even partners with another legendary detective: Sherlock Hlomes! Each diabolical villain from the tuneful Music Meister to the annoying Bat-Mite, the deadly Gentleman Gost or the impassive Equinox requoers a unique skill to defeat, and with Batman's cunning, evil will smashed like a bug. Journey through justice with the hero who cracks the case, sometimes cracks a joke but rarely cracks a smile in 13 Action-Packed Episodes.

Review: Batman: Brave and the Bold is the Cartoon Network follow-up to the 2004 cartoon 'The Batman'.  Ever since Batman: The Animated Series the Batman shows have become increasingly lighter-hearted.  The Batman was too light for some, although it looks rather dark compared to Brave, and this new one is really a campy homage to the golden age of comics.  This fact is odd to me, since crew from the show came out and mocked the adult fanbase for being nerdy "baby men" and stating the cartoon isn't for us...and yet the entire thing is a tribute to comic books that kids just don't care about or understand.  Hmmm.  Confused much on your target audience?   Thanks to a lot of that mockery the show hasn't gotten the reception you'd expect a Batman show to get.  The show has since announced its cancellation after season three.  I think this one will find legs on DVD down the road, and become a cult-goodie, much like Batman Beyond did.

This new DVD set is the second half of season one collected in a very nice and attractive case.  The 13 episode DVD is great, but it does include one downside...no extras!  This is still a great release for the money and is a necessity for any fan of the show or Batman completist.

The episodes on this DVD set include: 
1) Mystery in Space!
2) Trials Of The Demon!
3) Night Of The Huntress!
4) Menace Of The Conqueror Caveman!
5) The Color Of Revenge!
6) Legends of the Dark Mite!
7) Hail The Tornado Tyrant!
8) Duel Of The Double Crossers!
9) The Last Bat On Earth!
10) When Omac Attacks!
11) The Fate Of Equinox!
12) Mayhem Of The Music Meister!
13) Inside the Outsiders!

 THE POP CULTURE PHENOMENON THAT REDEFINED
THE GANGSTER GENRE COMES TO BLU-RAY TM
FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER SEPTEMBER 6, 2011

Special Limited Edition Blu-Ray TM Kicks-Off with a National Fan Art Contest & Will Feature Collectible Packaging,  New Bonus Content and Digital Copy

Plus the Ultimate Fan Gift: A Limited-Run Scarface-Themed Humidor Specially Crafted by the Renowned Daniel Marshall

Universal City, California, March 24, 2011—With machine guns blazing, the explosive underworld epic Scarface arrives on Blu-ray TM Hi-Def September 6, 2011 from Universal Studios Home Entertainment.

Considered one of the most influential gangster films ever made, Scarface’s gritty depiction of Tony Montana’s lethal ambition has made it a cultural touchstone that spans generations. Now, fans can experience the film’s raw power in the newly restored, high-resolution, high-definition picture and explosive 7.1 audio for the first time ever. Exclusive new bonus content created especially for this release reveals the film’s iconic legacy as one of the greatest crime sagas of all time. For a limited time only, Scarface Special Limited Edition Blu-rayTM comes with collectible SteelBookTM packaging, ten exclusive art cards, a digital copy of the film and a DVD of the original 1932 Scarface, making it a must-own addition to every film fan’s library. And, for the ultimate collector and cigar enthusiast, an elegantly hand-crafted Scarface-themed humidor will be made available in an exclusive, never-before-available, limited edition. Created by the renowned Daniel Marshall, the humidor’s exterior is hand painted and polished with the Marshall’s trademark “1000 coat brilliant finish.”  The interior – made with untreated Spanish cedar – will properly condition and age approximately 100 cigars at optimal humidity levels. Limited to 1,000 worldwide, each individually numbered humidor comes embellished with custom medallions inspired by the iconic film and includes a certificate of authenticity.

“Nearly 30 years after it first exploded onto the screen, Scarface stands as a cultural icon with a passionate and growing fan base that continues to exert an enduring influence on not just moviemakers but artists across the entire pop-culture landscape,” said Craig Kornblau, President of Universal Studios Home Entertainment.  “Now, for the first time ever, fans of this jewel in the Universal crown can enjoy Scarface with the spectacular picture and sound quality that only Blu-rayTM provides.”

A masterful collaboration between acclaimed director Brian de Palma (The Untouchables, Carlito’s Way) and Academy Award®-winning screenwriter Oliver Stone (Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps, Platoon), Scarface features extraordinary performances from a powerhouse cast that includes Academy Award® winner Al Pacino (The Godfather), Academy Award® nominee Michelle Pfeiffer (The Fabulous Baker Boys, Hairspray), Academy Award® nominee Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio (The Color of Money, The Perfect Storm), Academy Award® nominee Robert Loggia (Jagged Edge) and Steven Bauer (Traffic). The film was nominated for three Golden Globe® Awards (including Best Actor, Best Supporting Actor and Best Original Score), and was named one of the Top 10 Gangster Films of All Time by the American Film Institute.

NATIONAL FAN ART CONTEST

To celebrate the film’s Blu-rayTM debut, fans will have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to design Scarface-inspired artwork using classic Tony Montana images from the film. Universal will select the Top 25 submissions based on creativity, originality, quality of composition/design and utilization of the Scarface theme.  Fans will vote on their favorite 10 submissions which will then be featured as exclusive art cards in the Scarface Limited Edition Blu-rayTM. The designer who garners the highest number of fan votes will become the Grand Prize winner, and will have their art featured on both the art card and on a high-profile billboard in a major US city to promote the release.

For more information on how to enter the fan art contest and to be among the first to hear future exciting, exclusive announcements about Scarface on Blu-rayTM, join over 3.6 million fans on Facebook and visit www.facebook.com/scarfacethemovie.

BONUS FEATURES

·       The Scarface Phenomenon— This all-new documentary presents Scarface as a unique phenomenon in cinema history.  It explores how a film plagued by controversy leading up to its release has become a Hollywood classic, influencing a whole new generation of filmmakers and leaving a lasting imprint on popular culture.

·      Deleted Scenes

·      The World of Tony Montana —Experience the world of the ultimate gangster and hear from experts on the real world violence, fear and paranoia that surrounds a drug lord.

·       The Rebirth —Director Brian De Palma, producer Martin Bregman, actor Al Pacino, and screenwriter Oliver Stone revisit the history of Scarface, from the inspiration of the original Howard Hawks classic to the evolution of the script.

·       The Acting — Join the filmmakers, Al Pacino and Steven Bauer to discover how each of the roles was cast and how Brian De Palma worked with his actors to get unforgettable performances.

·       The Creating — A fascinating, controversial and definitive journey through the making of the film, which began with the production being forced to leave its initial location in Florida. Discover how the chainsaw scene was filmed, learn about the production design, the photography, and the struggle to get the film an “R” rating.

·      Scarface: The TV Version—A revealing and hilarious montage of film clips comparing the theatrical version to the network television version of Scarface.

·      The Making of Scarface: The Video Game: Immerse yourself in the world of Scarface in this behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the video game.

·      U-CONTROL FEATURES ON THIS BLU-RAY DISC:

·      Scarface Scoreboard—Watch Scarface like never before.  Keep track of the number of times the “F” word is used and monitor the bullets fired!

·       Picture in Picture—Access  interview footage of Brian De Palma, Al Pacino, Screenwriter Oliver Stone, and others without interruption to the movie experience.   Also featured is a scene comparison between the 1983 version of Scarface and Howard Hawks’ original film.

·      BD-LIVE™—Access the BD-Live™ Center through your Internet-connected player to get even more content, watch the latest trailers and more.

·      pocket BLU™ app— USHE’s groundbreaking pocket BLU™ app uses iPhone™, iPad™, iPod® touch, Smartphone, Android™, PC and Macintosh to work seamlessly with a network-connected Blu-ray™  player and offers advanced features such as:

o   Advanced Remote Control: A sleek, elegant new way to operate your Blu-ray™ player. Users can navigate through menus, playback and BD-Live™ functions with ease.

o   Video Timeline: Users can easily bring up the video timeline, allowing them to instantly access any point in the movie.

o   Mobile-To-Go: Users can unlock a selection of bonus content with their Blu-ray™ discs to save to mobile devices or to stream from anywhere there’s a Wi-Fi network, enabling them to enjoy exclusive content on the go, anytime, anywhere.

o   Keyboard: Enter data into a Blu-ray™ player with your device’s easy and intuitive keyboard to facilitate such Blu-ray™ features as chatting with friends and sending messages.


SYNOPSIS

In the spring of 1980, the Mariel boatlift brought thousands of Cuban refugees to the sun-washed avenues of Miami in search of the American dream. From acclaimed director Brian DePalma, Scarface is the rags-to-riches story of Tony Montana (Al Pacino), who finds wealth, power and passion beyond his wildest dreams…at a price he never imagined. Tony Montana’s meteoric rise, lavish life and soul-destroying fall anchor an epic film that inspired a worldwide following. Pacino is at his most memorable as Montana, blasting his way to the top of Miami’s drug underworld in a bravura performance.

Technical Information

Street Date: September 6, 2011
Rating: R
Running Time: 2 Hours 50 Minutes
Number of Layers: BD-50
Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
Technical Info: English DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1/DTS Surround 2.0, French DTS Surround 2.0 Mono, Spanish DTS Surround 2.0 Mono

Languages: English SDH, French and Spanish subtitles
Gift Set SRP: $999.99

Kevin Spacey goes to washington in...CASINO JACK!

Win a DVD copy of this shocking but true story about political greed and fraudulent actions on April 5

Kevin Spacey stars as real-life DC lobbyist Jack Abramoff in Casino Jack landing on Blu-ray and DVD from Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment on April 5th.  

The film revolves around Abramoff, an eccentric political mastermind who gets caught up in a mega-scandal with Michael Scanlon (played by Barry Pepper, also seen in this year’s “True Grit”). While promoting the Indian gambling industry, Jack receives his title nickname, “Casino Jack,” and soon gets caught up with pal Michael in what was “touted as the biggest political impropriety to hit the Beltway since Watergate,” according to the film’s director George Hickenlooper. 

All Jack wants is an affluent lifestyle, and he goes to every extreme to achieve it, even the illegal. When Jack and Michael partner up with a mob-connected friend, played by Jon Lovitz (“Saturday Night Live”), hell breaks loose, and the trio are in over their heads, getting mixed up in murders and assassins. Kelly Preston (“Old Dogs”) and Rachelle Lefevre (“Twilight”) also co-star in the film that Roger Ebert calls “stunning,” and The Huffington Post has described as “sheer brilliance.” Spacey, a two-time Oscar winner, was nominated for a Golden Globe for his performance.

For your chance of winning a copy of Casino Jack on DVD, simply answer the following question:

CASINO JACK earned his nickname after working in which industry?

    * Vegas blackjack
    * Indian gambling
    * Slot machine dealings

Synopsis: A small town in the South is terrorized when Zombies and Voodoo collide

Review: Zombie Farm is a very deceptive film.  I don't mean this in a negative way.  We're used to seeing the same old horror-core zombie gore fest and if thats what you're after then Zombie Farm is not for you.  This film, at it's core, is a social commentary on domestic violence!  Yeah.  It really works, though.  This film uses the zombie backdrop to really push the social views and it works.  I really ended up enjoying this one....apparently it does work to package everything with zombies!

Interest Range: Zombies!

Synopsis: Using footage completely unparalled a film unfinished provides new insight into the nazi propaganda machine further exposing an agenda already known to be deceitful beyond our greatest beliefs. At the end of wwii 60 minutes of raw film having sat undistrurbed in an east german archive. Studio: Oscilloscope Pictures Release Date: 03/08/2011 Starring: Alexander Beyer Run time: 90 minutes Rating: Nr

Review: A Film Unfinished is quite possibly the most important documentary that exists about World War II.  You see a lot of history through newsreels and various interviews..mostly about the actual battle aspects of the war and the concentration camps, but very little actual footage about daily life.  This new documentary reveals a never before seen and unfinished nazi propaghanda documentary about the Warsaw Ghetto and the life of the jews that lived there.

I won't lie, I was absolutely blown away by what I saw here.  Not that what I saw was shocking, but that the footage exists!  The nazis carefully crafted scenes to disparage the jews and this raw footage shows the outtakes of these scenes, proving that they were staged.  The interviews with people that were present during filming really round out the potency of this film.  This one is an absolute MUST SEE!

The special features on this DVD include: Interview with author and film researcher Adrian Wood, Scholar Michael Berenbaum on A Film Unfinished, Death Mills (1945): A short film by Billy Wilder, includes some of the first footage shot from within concentration camps post-liberation, Study Guide: For educators and students to gain a deeper understanding of the themes and lessons in the film and an Exclusive essay by author and film scholar Annette Insdorf.

Interest Range: History, WWII

Synopsis: Colin Mochrie and Brad Sherwood, stars of the Emmy®-winning Whose Line Is It Anyway?, have finally recorded their hilarious live stage show!! These masters of improv comedy have performed their outrageous, one-of-a-kind show to sold out audiences all over the country. Colin and Brad’s TWO MAN GROUP is a riotously funny, interactive, and completely improvised tour de force. Using nothing but their lightning fast wits and some audience volunteers, Colin and Brad create pandemonium on the spot in one of the funniest live shows you will ever see.

Review: The American version of the show Whose Line Is It Anyway? was an enormous success for a long while.  The show, hosted by Drew Carey, was absolutely hilarious.  Carey wasn't so much on the funny, but all the players were.  Two of the best players, Colin Mochrie and Brad Sherwood, took their act on the road and have this great live interactive improv stageshow.

This DVD chronicles their show and the level of audience participation.  There are a few bits from Whose Line and quite a few new angles, but all of it is absolutely wonderful.  If you're a fan of Whose Line and improv comedy this one is an absolute win.  WINNING!

The special features on this DVD include: Do's And Don'ts Of Improv and Interview With Colin Mochrie And Brad Sherwood.

Interest Range: Comedy

Synopsis: From Academy Award®-nominated filmmaker, Charles Ferguson (NO END IN SIGHT), comes INSIDE JOB, the first film to expose the shocking truth behind the economic crisis of 2008. The global financial meltdown, at a cost of over $20 trillion, resulted in millions of people losing their homes and jobs. Through extensive research and interviews with major financial insiders, politicians and journalists, INSIDE JOB traces the rise of a rogue industry and unveils the corrosive relationships which have corrupted politics, regulation and academia.

Review: The Inside Job is a new documentary by filmmaker Charles Ferguson, with the narration done by actor Matt Damon.  The tactic of using a known star to narrate your film is an age-old one to create familiarity and comfort in the viewer, and the use of Damon does just that.  It helps to relax you into feeling as though you're watching something worthwhile from the first moment.  And worthwhile it is indeed.

Ferguson asks the tough questions of a number of financial and cultural figures as he tries to uncover why our systems have blended with no regulation.  How the banks and wall street and our government have become to closely intertwined that they not only rely on each other, but bail each other out...and with little to no consequences.

This is a phenominal documentary.  Ferguson is a bit less harsh than Michael Moore, so he may appeal to a wider audience and you can really get past the antics and listen to the facts and make some decisions regarding the behind the scenes workings of our financial system.

The special features on this blu-ray include: Commentary with Director Charles Ferguson & Producer Audrey Marrs, The Making of Inside Job and Deleted Scenes.

Interest Range: Documentary

Synopsis: Tae-shik (Won Bin) is an ex-special agent whose tragic past has made him distance himself from the world. He now lives in solitude and runs a small pawnshop. The only people he now sees are the few pawnshop customers and So-mi (Kim Sae-Ron), the young girl who lives next door. So-mi has also been neglected by the world and as she and Tae-shik begin to spend more time together, the two gradually open themselves to one another and become friends. Then one day, So-mi suddenly disappears. So-mi s mother becomes involved in a major crime causing both her and So-mi to get kidnapped. Tae-shik is drawn back out into the world in a frantic search for So-mi s whereabouts. In order to save So-mi, his one and only friend in this world, Tae-shik makes a certain arrangement with the crime mob. While So-mi is still nowhere to be found, the police begin to chase after Tae-shik. With the police and the underground mob close on his tail, Tae-shik continues his frantic search for So-mi and his hidden past slowly becomes revealed...

Review: Do you enjoy Korean action films?  The Man From Nowhere was the biggest box office draw of last year in Korea.  Now, we're getting it released here in America on blu-ray.  I grew up watching bad martial arts films, but they were primarily American made.  The art of the action film was really perfected overseas with a lot of little know gems.  This new one is an instant classic.

This film features the amazing talent of Won Bin, who is a fantastic martial arts star.  The film, originally titled "Mister" in Korea, is the same formula we always see...blood-soaked, ultra-violent revenge!  The film is well-made and fast-paced action joy.  It looks fantastic in high-definition and really is one of the best action films we've had the pleasure of viewing in years.  We highly recommend this one.

Interest Range: Action, Drama

Synopsis: A whip-smart, slapstick comedy, Chris Morris’ Four Lions takes aim at Jihadi suicide bombers and illuminates the war on terror through satire and farce. Follow five inept aspiring terrorists on their quest to strike a blow, and how they demonstrate that terrorism may be about ideology, but it can also be about idiots.

Review: Four Lions is another one of those films that perhaps should've carried a more interesting title.  It really throws you off to the quality that is this dark, dark comedy.  At it's core Four Lions is about four idiot british would-be terrorists that fumble their way through a plot of destruction.  The film is whitty, well thought out comedy that really entertains.  This is one of those you just have to see to believe.  If you enjoy political and social satire, thats a plus with this one.

Interest Range: Comedy, Satire

Synopsis: The Backyardigans are at it again in these exciting pirate adventures! Join in as Captain Austin trains Uniqua and Pablo at Pirate Camp and sail the high seas in search of treasure. Also, come set sail for an adventure and learn to mambo as Sinbad (Tyrone) encounters rough waters; and don’t forget to rescue King Pablo and his mighty knights from the Not-So-Nice Dragon.

Review:This DVD set includes the following episodes: Pirate Camp, Pirate Treasure, Sinbad Sails Alone and The Tale of the Not-So-Nice Dragon.  This is a really cute idea, it collects all of the pirate-themed episodes from the hit Nick show The Backyardigans.

Have you seen the Backyardigans?  If you have a little one, then you probably should!  The basic premise is that these three friends get together in their adjoining backyards and use their imaginations to have adventures together.  There are a number of songs and dance numbers for the kids to enjoy.  Anyone with a preschool aged kid should jump on this one.  Its fun and safe ( not to mention Emmy award winning!) entertainment for a great price.

Interest Range: Nickelodeon, The Backyardigans, Cartoons