Synopsis: All aboard for a wild ride on the Island of Sodor as Thomas and his engine friends deliver some Curious Cargo - from giraffes and cows to birds and bunnies and more! Thomas meets a tall challenge while taking a giraffe to the Sodor Wildlife Center, Percy learns to be gentle with the animals of Sodor, and Belle and Toby discover the importance of listening to others. Join Thomas on his wildest adventures yet!

Review: We love Thomas the Train here at the Legion.  Our kids have gotten hours of enjoyment out of the adventures of Thomas and Friends.  This newest DVD release, Curious Cargo, is almost an hour of great lessons from Thomas.  This time, the cargo is various exotic animals and the gang learn some fantastic ways to listen and be gentle to others.  This is a great way to enjoy TV time with your kids!

Synopsis: Voted Canada's Best Female Comedian at the Canadian Comedy Awards and a finalist on NBC's "Last Comic Standing," Debra DiGiovanni is one of comedy's fastest rising stars. In her debut DVD, Debra presents her personable, relatable and just plain hilarious views on dating, dieting and love as only she can share.

Review: I had never heard of comedian Debra DiGiovanni until we popped in her new DVD.  Apparently, she was one of the contestants on Last Comic Standing.  We love stand-up here a the Legion, but we've become quite picky about what we'll watch.  We've just seen too much crap.  DiGiovanni is fresh, funny and oh so bad.  Her act is a joy to watch and we laughed our asses off!  Cannot recommend her enough.

Synopsis: Ambition seduces and power corrupts in a nerve-wracking thriller from Academy Award® nominated director George Clooney (Good Night, and Good Luck). Idealistic campaign worker Stephen Meyers (Ryan Gosling) has sworn to give all for Governor Mike Morris (Clooney), a wild card presidential candidate whose groundbreaking ideas could change the political landscape. However, a brutal Ohio primary threatens to test Morris's integrity. Stephen gets trapped in the down-and-dirty battle and finds himself caught up in a scandal where the only path to survival is to play both sides. The all-star cast includes Philip Seymour Hoffman, Paul Giamatti, Marisa Tomei and Evan Rachel Wood.

Review: For our money there is no better actor in our times than George Clooney.   He has that old Hollywood feel about him that oozes likability and integrity.  He is joined in this politicial drama by an outstanding supporting cast that includes Philip Seymour Hoffman, Marisa Tomei and Paul Giamatti.  Gosling is alright, but I'm not really a fan.  This one is well-written, smooth and an easy watch.  Its a complete win and I recommend it to all audiences!

The special features on this blu-ray include: Commentary with George Clooney and Grant Heslov, Developing the Campaign: The Origin of The Ides of March, Believe: George Clooney, On The Campaign: The Cast of The Ides Of March and What Does a Political Consultant Do?

Synopsis: When Roman's girlfriend disappears, he expects to find her in the arms of another man. Instead he finds her held captive by a pair of elderly and unstable political radicals armed with cases of decades-old and highly explosive dynamite. The villainous duo has been conducting illicit experiments on young girls lured to their home via the internet, and unless Roman can free his young love from their clutches, she's likely to end up in pieces due to a generous slathering of nitroglycerin. A delirious old school horror picture with the most memorable villains in years at its core, Adrian Garcia Bogliano's "Cold Sweat" is an unforgettable shocker loaded with wildly imaginative and stylish action.

Review: I'm not really into horror, but Cold Sweat took me my surprise.  It plays more like an intense thriller with some brutal action.  The film is very modern, in that the victims are lured via the internet.  The motivations of the villains isn't quite clear at all times, but their banter is darkly hilarious.  This one is definately worth the watch.

Interest Range: Suspense, Horror

Synopsis: Bucky [Nick Swarsdon] is a small town grocery bagger, going nowhere in life until he discovers that his conservative parents were once adult film stars! Armed with the belief that he has found his destiny, Bucky packs up and heads out to LA, hoping to follow in his parents footsteps. Also starring Christina Ricci, Don Johnson and Stephen Dorff.

Review: Bucky Larson is an interesting film, because its almost immediately a parody of itself.  I don't know if they made this as a cheeky joke or if they really are so out of touch that they think this kind of cliche storytelling is what the public puts up with anymore.  I tend to think its a bit of a satire, and in the case the movie is genius.  Nick Swardson is a funny guy and he does a nice job of building the ackward and bizarre looking character of Bucky Larson and there are some laughs to pull out of this one, but beware!

The special features on this DVD include: Laughter Is Contagious, Behind The Teeth, Gary: Tough Customer and Bucky Sparkles.

Synopsis: Set during the opening days of World War II on the Eastern Front. Its main cast is a group of Soviet teenagers with extraordinary abilities; the teenagers have been drafted to form a special unit to fight the invading German army. They are opposed by a Schutzstaffel (SS) officer who is attempting to raise from the dead a supernatural army of crusaders from the 12th-century Order of the Sacred Cross and enlist them in the Nazi cause.

Review: We've seen a lot of anime here at the Legion, but none quite so unique as First Squad!  This unusual anime is centered around a group of superpowered teens during WWII Russia.    The enemy?  The Nazi SS, who just so happen to be raising the dead.  Does it get cooler than this?  Hell no!  The animation is great and the story is phenominal. We cannot recommend this one enough for anime and non-anime fans alike!

Interest Range: Anime

Synopsis: Private Kang (Jang Dong-kun) monitors a stretch of the South Korean coast lined with barbed-wire fencing. Driven by the belief that killing a spy is the highest honor, Kang eagerly awaits a chance to prove his worth as a soldier. One night, he mistakes a promiscuous couple for North Korean spies and shoots without hesitation. Despite receiving honors, he slowly begins to unravel under the grief of his actions. As he loses his grip on reality, tensions and paranoia escalate and further tragedy becomes unavoidable. The Coast Guard won acclaimed director Kim Ki-Duk a FIPRESCI Prize for its strong and innovative depiction of the illusion of power which destroys humanity on both sides of the fence. Blu Ray + DVD combo pack

Review: The Coast Guard is a fantastic cautionary tale of the power of authority gone wrong.  The gung-ho war hero attitude can be quite dangerous in real life situations.  After a private shoots an innocent couple, he begins to fall apart, and rightfully so.  This film is emotional and sends a fantastic message, while taking the viewer on a great journey.  This one is an excellent watch.

Interest Range: Action

Synopsis: Action-packed British thriller based on the real-life events of Ian Fleming's 30 Commando during World War II - the template for the modern day SAS. Sean Bean and Danny Dyer star in an adrenalin-fuelled action-adventure which takes our heroes from the edge of defeat on the beaches of Dunkirk to the mountains of Norway on a search-and-destroy mission behind enemy lines that, if successful, would change the course of the war.

Review: Sean Bean is a great actor.  We saw him featured in the Lord of the Rings trilogy portraying a character that died off quickly.  Then, we see him in Game of Thrones kicking ass and again...dies off.  This time, we get him as a British spy in the Ian Fleming tradition.  This one is full of old school style action with flair!  We recommend this for anyone looking for a nice throwback to the spy films of the 1950s.

Interest Range: Action

Synopsis: Jane Fonda wants a man she can look up to: a basketball player. In her debut movie, Fonda plays a college coed with a clear-cut goal: convince all-American hoopster Anthony Perkins that a bachelor’s degree doesn’t mean unmarried! From the moment the future two-time Academy Award® winner* spins her bicycle across campus (and headlong into two professors) to the romantic fadeout, it’s clear she possesses that quality called starpower. Footlight legend and longtime Fonda family friend Joshua Logan directed this frisky farce. The polished supporting cast includes the always engaging Ray Walston, Anne Jackson and Pulitzer prize-winning playwright Marc Connelly (recreating his Tony®-nominated Broadway turn). Fonda has grown into an extraordinarily tall Hollywood legend. And it all started with her in Tall Story. * Best Actress for Klute (1971) and Coming Home (1978).

Review: Tall Story markes the feature film debut of the now legendary Jane Fonda.   She is famous for her liberated woman persona, but that has yet to form in this early work in which she co-stars with the eerie Anthony Perkins.   This film is essentially a sports drama.   The film centers around a player that is conned into trouble over some Russian gamblers.  In the backround, Fonda is busy husband hunting and scheming.  This movie is kinda crazy, but a lot of fun. 

Interest Range: Comedy, Drama, Sports

Synopsis: Its 1987 and danielle the high school dirty girl is running away. With her is chubby gay clarke a bag of flour called joan and a walkman full of glorious 80s tunes

Review: Dirty Girl is a risque new comedy/drama about a young girl and her journey to come of age.  When her mother marries a crazy mormon she escapes to California to meet her real father, along with her new guy friend, a gay outcast.  This film is an interesting blend of genres that moves from one type of film to another, in fact you get about three films in one by the end.  There are a few "dirty" situations, particularly in the beginning, but as the film goes on you get some comedy and them some family drama.  This is a charming film and is definately worth the watch.

Interest Range: Comedy, Drama

Synopsis: "Redline" is about the biggest and most deadly racing tournament in the universe. Only held once every five years, everyone wants to stake their claim to fame, including JP, a reckless dare-devil driver oblivious to speed limits with his ultra-customized car - all the while, organized crime and militaristic governments want to leverage the race to their own ends. Amongst the other elite rival drivers in the tournament, JP falls for the alluring Sonoshee - but will she prove his undoing, or can a high speed romance survive a mass destruction race?

Review: We have seen a lot of anime here at the Legion...but none quite like Redline.  The show is featured around the deadliest and most dangerous race in the world.  This anime doesn't have the trappings of some similar features with the cheesy lines, the pervy situations and cooky characters.  This one really takes animated storytelling seriously with great action and a wonderful story.  We recommend this one to any serious anime fan.

Synopsis: For the first time on blu-ray high definition this academy award winning film tells the story of an unconventional teacher that inspires students to go against the status quo and live life to the fullest. With a brilliant performance by academy award winner robin williams.

Synopsis: Disc jockey adrian cronauer who has been given one of the most classified positions in the military - to bring humor to the armed forces.

Review: We've seen a LOT of Vietnam films in our day, but none had the angle and humor blended with sobering reality by contrast as Good Morning Vietnam.  This film showed that Williams could not only do slapstick, but drama as well.  This is the first time to own it on blu-ray and it looks fantastic in high-definition.    This one is a MUST own!

Synopsis: In this hilarious series Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant, co-creators of The Office and Extras, send their friend Karl Pilkington (The Ricky Gervais Show) around the world...against his will! Karl thinks he’s visiting the "Seven Wonders" but along the way the “Little Englander” must endure camel rides, jungle treks, tribal customs and local oddballs while dining on toads and testicles... and searching for a clean bathroom. How does a man who prefers vacationing via camper cope with being an idiot abroad?

Review: Everyone knows someone that is a complete idiot..but none are quite so funny as the dopey, but lovable pal of Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant...Karl Pilkington!  Ricky and Stephen are, of course, the gents responsible for the Office TV show, amongst other things.  This time around, they are sending Karl to see the seven wonders of the world, so that he experience other cultures and perhaps broaden his little mind.  The great bit is that they get him in tons of situations that are culturally bizarre to him, so his extreme reactions are priceless.  He rides bulls, eats the tequila work and runs from bees in Mexico...he gets painted in colored powders in India..he has to stay the night in a cave and ride a camel through the desert for eight hours in Jordan. There are other highlights, like watching Karl mock the Peruvian tribeschildren for not being able to figure out his travel edition of Connect Four.  We cannot say enough good things about this show, its an absolute blast!

This DVD set includes the entire first season of the show, as a second season has already aired overseas and is underway here in America.  There are seven episodes, one for each wonder of the world, and one recap episode with Ricky, Stephen and Karl and a ton of unseen footage!  Ths one is an absolute must-have!

Synopsis: This special collection features four specials, each examining a different aspect of the Ice Age. It s a remarkable journey from the primitive man who inhabited the planet to a volcanic eruption and its devastating impact, to a fascinating look at a changing world and the cost of survival, to an exploration into the possibilities of another Ice Age.

We start with Clash of the Cavemen, which compares the Neanderthals with the Cro-Magnons and follows them through a bone-chilling Ice Age winter, ending with the extinction of one species. Next, Volcanic Winter goes back 75,000 years to trace the impact of a volcanic eruption how it may have pushed the planet into an ice age and how it could have brought humanity to the edge of extinction. Then, take a Journey to 10,000 BC for the real story of life on earth during that time to unravel the geologic mystery surrounding the first environmental crisis faced by man. And finally, Mega Freeze asks if an Ice Age could happen again and if, in fact, it may already be too late to prevent a global disaster.

Review: The History Channel makes the best documentaries out there.  This new DVD set features a collection of various documentaries on the ice age! 

DISC 1: Clash of the Cavemen / Volcanic Winter

DISC 2: Journey to 10,000 BC / Mega Freeze

Our favorite of these specials was without a doubt the Clash of the Cavement, but all four are fantastic watches.  These are great for classrooms or homeschoolers too!

Synopsis: Hobbies are often a great way of meeting new people, but how could Kakeru Diachi, who collects rare juice cans, have ever suspected that he'd meet a fascinating new girl when he attempted to DRINK her? Naming her Melon, because she's got great melon... soda, Kakeru quickly learns that she's an Akikan - a beautiful girl who's also a special can created to fight other Akikans in a strange experiment to determine what kind of container is better: steel or aluminum! Will becoming involved in this ridiculously twisted research project gone amuck complicate Kakeru's life incredibly? Of course it will, but because Melon's steel body needs carbon dioxide to breathe, he's now stuck with her since she's too CO2 dependent! And when his wealthy, attractive, best childhood friend Najimi gets HER own aluminum Akikan, the trouble really begins! For once, it's not what's inside that counts as battling beverage containers run wild in Akikan - The Complete Collection!

Review: I've seen a lot of anime in my day...perhaps too much even, lol, but this is one of the most bizarre stories I've ever seen.  Ever.  Period.  Basically, this guy meets girl when he tries to drink her..thats right..she's a can.  Leftover from a weird experiment, the Akikans are involved in a strange battle....yeah.  I could go on, but you just have to see this one for yourself!  This one is hilarious, fun and absolutely cool!

Interest Range: Anime

Synopsis: Dexterous martial arts legend Jackie Chan reaches his 100th film milestone with this historical drama set in the year 1911, as the Chinese public begins to revolt against the Qing Dynasty that has ruled the country for 250 years. As the child emperor takes the throne and his mother, Empress Dowager Longyu (Joan Chen), clings to power, famine sweeps the land and warring factions clash in battle. Meanwhile, the "New Army" beings targeting rebels and the desperate leaders of the Qing Dynasty begin putting the country's future at risk through rampant trading with foreign countries. When Huang Xing (Jackie Chan) returns home from studying modern warfare in Japan, he finds his homeland consumed by strife. Realizing that the only hope for the future is for China to take up arms and topple the Qing Dynasty, Huang enters into an epic battle that threatens devastating consequences for the common people. Bing Bing Lee, Jaycee Chan, and Winston Chao co-star

Review: This movie represents the landmark 100th film for Jackie Chan.  The historical drama is a rare look into China's past.  Chan plays an unlikely role as a revolutionary that helps to create an environment of revolt.  The Qing Dynasty may fall, but the consequences for the citizens could be deadly.  This one is full of drama, political action and intrigue.  Its a fantastic example of Chinese cinema at its finest.

Interest Range: Historical Drama

Synopsis: Johnny Strong of THE FAST AND THE FURIOUS and BLACK HAWK DOWN stars as New Orleans Police Detective Sean Riley, a tough cop mourning the death of his young son while investigating a series of brutal torture murders. But when a clue leads Riley to a troubled army buddy (Sean Patrick Flanery of THE BOONDOCK SAINTS), he'll uncover a shocking military conspiracy that triggers a war between local gangs and an international team of mercenaries. And in a city set to explode, nothing is more dangerous than a man with nothing to lose. Kevin Phillips (NOTORIOUS), Costas Mandylor (SAW 3-D), Clifford ''Method Man'' Smith, Jolene Blalock (''Star Trek: Enterprise''), Jürgen Prochnow (''24''), MMA legend Bas Rutten and Oscar® nominee Tom Berenger (PLATOON) co-star in this action-packed thriller about cops and killers, loss and redemption, and SINNERS AND SAINTS.

Review: We hadn't heard of this one before it arrived at our doorstep, but Sinners and Saints is one of the coolest action movies we've seen in awhile.  The basic story here is about a cop hunting down a brutal killer that may be one of his childhood friends!  What is remarkable about this film is the absolute thrilling action and violence involved in the journey as more and more layers get piled on this low budget action flick.  This one is definately fun and we highly recommend checking it out.

Interest Range: Action, Drama

Synopsis: For centuries, the adventures of King Arthur and his fabled court of heroes, the Knights of the Round Table, have dominated the imagination of the western world. This special collection presents five original specials that will help separate fact from fiction.

Quest for King Arthur examines the tantalizing historical facts behind the story of King Arthur and his band of deathless heroes and illuminates the contemporary quest by researchers to establish if the 6th-century warlord truly existed.

King Arthur: His Life and Legends offers stunning recreations and abundant images from centuries past, to explore the social, political and emotional factors that have made Arthur's story so dear to Western culture.

Ancient Mysteries: Camelot takes the viewer on a magical quest through England and Wales in search of Lancelot, Guinevere, Merlin, and Excalibur in an attempt to uncover evidence that Arthur s battles really took place.

Knights and Armor traces the history of arms and armor with an up-close look at the world-famous Graz collection of Armor in Austria and recaptures the chivalry and grandeur of a legendary, by-gone age.

Quest for the Holy Grail wonders if it is possible this sacred relic has survived as a hidden treasure or could it be one of the ancient vessels displayed in museums throughout the world.

Review: The History Channel is known for releasing some of the best documentaries out there and this set on King Arthur is no exception!  The DVD set is a collection of various documentaries and episodes from Ancient Mysteries that all focus on King Arthur and Camelot!  This is a fantastic collection and a great way to have focused material on such an important historical subject.  We absolutely love this one!

DISC 1: Quest for King Arthur / King Arthur: His Life and Legends / Ancient Mysteries: Camelot

DISC 2: Knights and Armor / Ancient Mysteries: Quest For The Holy Grail

Interest Range: History Channel, Documentary

Synopsis: When journalist robert torres is assigned to write a book about josemaria escriva the controversial founder of opus dei he hopes it will bring him closer to his father escrivas chilhood friend. As torres uncovers more about his fathers past he learns dark secrets that will change his world forever

Review: Every so often a drama comes along that surprises us.  There Be Dragons is without a doubt that movie!  The basic tale is two friends during the Spanish Civil War, but its told through flashbacks as a relative of theirs digs into the past when one of them is proposed for sainthood in the 1970s.  This one is bloody, dramatic and complex.  We recommend this one if you are looking for a unique watch.

Interest Range: Drama

Synopsis: Everyone's favorite cat is at it again!  Join this larger than life feline and his animal friends as they embark on a series of adventures from digging up dinosaur bones, working with farm animals and discovering life under the sea.  No stone is left unturned as Garfield takes us through the history of dogs, attends a pet show and even prepares to eat a pet goldfish!  Being part of the animal kingdom has never been any more exciting!

Review: Garfield has been bringing joy to kids for decades.  This latest incarnation of the Garfield cartoon is the CGI animation Garfield Show.  The show has all the best elements of the characters we know and love.  Unfortuntely, the late Lorenzo Music cannot reprise his famous role, but the new voice actor does a nice job.  This DVD is great for kids ages 2-8 and was a fun watch. 

Synopsis: Vera Farmiga’s directorial debut, Higher Ground, depicts the landscape of a tight-knit spiritual community thrown off-kilter when one of their own begins to question her faith. Inspired by Carolyn S. Briggs’ memoir, “This Dark World” , the film tells the story of a thoughtful woman’s struggles with belief, love and trust. A woman who learns that no matter how many times she loses her footing, she has within herself all that’s necessary to get to a higher place.

Review: Higher Ground is like no faith-based film I've ever seen.   This film centers around a woman looking beyond the confines of her church to understand and seek answers about her religion.  The film doesn't act as either a satire or a puff piece, but rather a very realistic idea of a fundamentalist Christian that questions many aspects of what she is taught.  The film is thought provoking and interesting, even for an atheist, such as myself.  Having been born into a very fundamentalist Christian family, my journey took me away from the religion, so a lot of what the main character here questions I can completely relate with, as well as her struggle to connect the dots between Christianity and its followers.  We definately recommend this one.

The special features on this set include: Commentary with Vera Farmiga, Joshua Leonard and Renn Hawkey, The Substance of Things Hoped For: Making Higher Ground, Production Diary, Toe Sucking, Meeting of the Men and Grave.

Interest Range: Drama

Synopsis: In the center of a storm is Ocean (Monica Calhoun), a 27-year old highly-motivated mother who manages a neighborhood apartment building and all of the problems that come along with it. Managing the building is a dream come true for Ocean. Not only has she secured a job with a title, but also managed to escape her family’s problems and the closet-sized bedroom she and her two children used to share in her mother’s house. Now, Ocean is juggling a new job, a new home furnished with only cardboard boxes, a niece who hates everything, her own two children and the needs of all the other tenants. Diary of a Single Mom illuminates the challenges and triumphs of three women struggling to create lives that not only sustain them and their families, but also inspire others toward more action and compassion in their own lives.

Review: Diary of a Single Mom is the tale of Ocean, a single mother facing new life challenges, as she moves her kids into an apartment building full of ...interesting..characters that she is tasked with managing.  This one is a great modern day family film about the challenges of single parenting.  Its inspirational and quite well done.  We definately recommend.

Interest Range: Drama

Synopsis: Anna Faris and Chris Evans star in the outrageously funny comedy that asks: can 19 wrongs make Mr. Right? When Ally Darling (Faris) reads an article that leads her to believe she's going to be alone forever, she begins a wild search to find the best "ex" of her life. But Ally's quest to reconnect with her former lovers goes hilariously awry, from a puppeteer who's more wooden than his puppet to a gynecologist with a "spotty" memory. Through it all, Ally might just find the man of her dreams in the last place she ever expected.

Review: What's Your Number is a hilarious romantic-themed comedy.    The acting is right on with the great and underrated Anna Faris in the lead and support by Captain America star Chris Evans.  Evans isn't too great on the acting, but Faris makes up for it in spades.  This one delivers consistant laughs and cheese and would make a great film to enjoy curled up with your sweetie.  This is one that everyone can enjoy.

The special features on this set include: Theatrical Feature, Extended Feature, Deleted Scenes & Flashback Dates and Theatrical Trail.

Synopsis: A weekend at a lake house in the louisiana gulf turns into a nightmare for seven vacationers as they are subjected to shark attacks

Review: We rather enjoy cheese horror flicks.  In fact, its the only kind we really DO enjoy much.  Shark Night is the epitome of cheese.  Its, of course, mostly intended that way and it was a ton of fun in the theater as a 3D flick.  In fact, the best moments were the 3D.  Unfortunately, the studio released it only as 2D blu-ray!?  I have no idea why it wasn't put out in 3D..thats really the draw.  A fun movie, but a questionable release.

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Synopsis: Come join in the fun as Barney takes his friends on a super-dee-duper adventure that shows just what it means to be a friend. Princess Baby Bop has a royally good time when she sees that a key to being a friend is keeping promises. Riff goes to great lengths to make up for a big mistake and prove he's a friend who sees things through. BJ feels left out when he's not included in a drawing and learns the importance of being honest and expressing his feelings. With singing, dancing and lots of monkey-ing around, Barney brings kids on a friend-tastic adventure and shows that everything is more fun with friends.

Review: I don't think that any parent needs an introduction to Barney!   Whether you watched it as a kid or had siblings that did, most everyone knows that lovable purple dinosaur and his friends.  This new DVD is nearly an hour of good-natured, safe and educational fun for kids, as Barney and friends teach life lessons about friendship and sharing feelings.  This one is a must-have for any parent and their kids!

The special features include: Read-Along: "Book of Hugs", Sing-Along: "If You Are Happy and You Know It!".

Synopsis: Love and friendship take center stage in these sweet stories! Angelina uncovers the mystery of her secret admirer with some help from her friends. Angelina and Alice help Marco realize the true importance of helping his friends. The students celebrate Ms. Mimi and although it may have been for the wrong reason, they do it with a lot of heart! And when Angelina and her girlfriends try to make a girls’ club, they realize a friendship club is much sweeter. Spread the love with dancing, skating, singing and best friends forever!

Review: This fantastic and charming kids DVD features two Angelina Ballerina tales.  These cartoons teach fantastic life lessons for your little ones, like the importance of helping out a friend!   In an age where what is fed to our kids on TV is questionable at best, DVDs like this are a must-have for any responsible parent!  This one is sweet, charming and lovable.  A perfect Valentine's Day gift!

Synopsis: Sally, a young girl, moves to Rhode Island to live with her father and his new girlfriend in the 19th-century mansion they are restoring. While exploring the house, Sally starts to hear voices coming from creatures in the basement whose hidden agenda is to claim her as one of their own.

Review: This re-make of an older campier made for TV movie is a huge leap from the original.   The influence of Guillermo Del Toro is obvious in this thriller both in tone and tale.  The story of a displaced family moving into a cursed home is moody, dark and chilling.  Katie Holmes actually stands out with a fantastic performance, which isn't typical for her!  It was quite impressive.  The creeply impish creatures trapped in the fireplace are back to mischief and this one is sure to give chills!

The special features include: Conceptual Art Gallery, The Story, Blackwood's Mansion and The Creatures.

Interest Range: Horror, Suspense

Synopsis: The incredible adventures of the international team of heroes known as G.I. JOE continue! Together they defend the globe against Cobra, a ruthless organization led by Serpentor and the recently rejuvenated Cobra Commander, who are both determined to conquer the world by any means necessary.

In 1989 a popular second G.I. JOE animated series was created and helped revive the franchise by introducing fans to new G.I. JOE and Cobra troops alike! Now you can experience the adventures of that second series from the beginning, including the fan-favorite miniseries that started it all: Operation Dragonfire!

Review: GI Joe was one of the coolest cartoons of the 1980s, and one of the only ones that has held up in quality.  The original Sunbow produced series aired from 1985-86 to great acclaim.  Later on, D.I.C. bid in at a lower cost for Hasbro to bring the Joes back for the 1990s!  This second series of GI Joe aired from 1989-92. 

Its said that the animation quality isn't up to snuff with the Sunbow series, but honestly I don't find that bothersome.  The stories are a little more geared towards a 1990s crowd and the selling of toy product, but again that doesn't bother me...I LOVE this series.   This is the cartoon that got me excited about GI Joe again in the early 1990s. 

The returning cast members from the 1986 series include Cobra Commander and the Baroness,  while other fan favorites like Destro were re-cast.   There were a number of changes to make the series stand out from the original, such as the gold color of Destro's mask, Cobra Commander's new silver uniform and the focus on more obscure characters. 

This DVD set starts with the Operation Dragonfire miniseries that re-launched the show and includes the rest of season one!  This DVD set from Shout! Factory has fantastic video quality and is a must-have for any fan of GI Joe!

Interest Range: Vintage Animation, GI Joe