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Synopsis: An ordinary LEGO minifigure, mistakenly thought to be the extraordinary MasterBuilder, is recruited to join a quest to stop an evil LEGO tyrant from gluing the universe together. Includes 3D blu-ray, 2D blu-ray, 2D DVD, digital HD ultraviolet and exclusive minifigurine.

Review: There are few things as glorious as a Lego feature film.  If you follow animation you know that there have been a few great Lego releases, including Star Wars and Dc Comics.  These are really fun, but very brief mini-releases.  This full length film is a win for adults and kids alike.  This set comes with the DVD, 2D Blu-Ray and even the 3D version of the film!  Also, a great Lego minifigure of the movie character Vitruvius!  This is the ultimate edition of the film, to be sure!  The movie itself is a great mixture of fun, adventure and feeling.  Everyone in our household adores it, from ages 4 all the way to 34!  This one is a great buy for the entire family and a must-have for fun summertime watching!  Fair warning, the song "Everything is Awesome" will be stuck in your head from then on.

Interest Range: Animation, Lego

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Review: This is the sequel to the hit adventure fantasy film 300.  I actually enjoyed this film more than the first one, for a few reasons.  Firstly, a new director...I'm not a Zack Snyder fan whatsoever.  Next, the effects were toned down a bit from the first one.  The story in this one is a little prequel and a also some events that happen at the same time as the events in 300.  This was surprisingly fun for a sequel and I would actually recommend it to anyone!

Interest Range: Action

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Synopsis: Trapped on Earth, far from home and living in disguise, the brave Autobots must protect the ancient, all-powerful AllSpark from getting into the hands of the malevolent Decepticons. As if their task weren’t difficult enough, the team (led by the honor-bound Optimus Prime and including Bulkhead, Prowl, Ratchet and Bumblebee) must also protect Earth from its own nefarious super villains! Can this mere maintenance team live up to the highest standard of what it truly means to be Autobots?

Finally, you can own the complete Transformers Animated series, including the never-before-released third season, right here in one exciting collection!

Review: I was a fan of the generation one Transformers cartoon as a kid, so when this cartoon debuted back in 2007 I was really excited, because my son was about the same age then that I was when I started watching the original show.  He loved it when it was on the air, but hadn't seen it in years.  Now, with the release of the complete series, including the never before released on DVD third season, we got the chance to watch it again!  He's almost 12 now and this DVD set has re-invigorated his enjoyment of not only this series, but the entire franchise.  This show sports a fantastic new art design and an excellent serialized storyline that gives this show a depth that many toons don't offer anymore.  I cannot recommend this one enough.

Interest Range: Animation

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Synopsis: Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of Alexander! Collectible 10th-anniversary edition includes the never-before-seen Ultimate Cut, The Art of Alexander photo book and insightful filmmaker correspondence. Based on the life of Alexander the Great, the epic historical drama is directed by Oliver Stone and features Colin Farrell in the title role. Two versions of the film will be included in this release – the theatrical cut and the forthcoming “Ultimate Cut.” Also included is the brand New documentary The Real Alexander and the World He Made which reveals how Alexander the Great’s vision of uniting East and West helped shape our modern world, and illuminates how different our lives might have been had his empire not fractured upon his untimely death at the age of 32. 

Review:  Alexander is one of my all-time favorite action films.  Its got it all...romance, drama, action.  The film isn't exactly historically accurate, but its damned entertaining!  This ultimate edition is a dream come true!  Not only can I upgrade to the high-definition blu-ray version, but there are tons of special features and a really great art book included with the boxed set!  The special features include: 40-Page Art Book with Concept Drawings, Storyboards and Behind-the-Scenes Photos Collectible Packaging Correspondence Memos Between Oliver Stone and the Cast and Crew New Documentary The Real Alexander and the World He Made The Ultimate Cut Commentary by Oliver Stone Original Theatrical Version and Commentary Sean Stone’s Feature-Length Documentary Fight Against Time: Oliver Stone’s Alexander And much more!  We highly recommend this one!  Anyone would be thrilled to get this one for Father's Day!

Interest Range: Action, Adventure

Synopsis:  The Adventures of Batman is an American animated television series produced by Lou Schiemer's Filmation Studios, which first broadcast as part of The Batman/Superman Hour in 1968.  Each of the 34 shorts features over-the-top characters and catchy dramatic music cues, giving this version of Batman a realistic look and feel—by cartoon standards of the day. The film’s colors are vibrant, exciting and truly exemplify the character of these original films.

Review: Batman is one of the most popular comic book heroes in the world, so you would assume that all of the animated incarnations were already released on DVD, but that just isn't the case.  Now, with this release, we get a step closer to completion!  This is the first true Batman cartoon.  It was produced by the legendary Filmation studios.  This single DVD represents the complete series, so its a great one-stop buy to help complete your collection.  This cartoon is a lot of fun, as long as you're looking for the 'white knight' version of Batman that we got from the 1966 Batman TV show.  We highly recommend picking this one up, its a must for any real Bat-Fan!


Interest Range: Animation, Batman

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Synopsis: THE NUTTY PROFESSOR is now available on Blu-ray, in a brand-new 50^th Anniversary four-disc Collector’s Edition, including a new featurette called “Jerry Lewis: No Apologies,” an intimate look at “The King of Comedy,” a 48-page book of the film’s original story boards, a 44-page book of excerpts from Jerry’s cutting script with personal notes, and a recreated “Being a Person” book – written exclusive for the film’s crew.  Two other Lewis comedies, Cinderfella and The Errand Boy are included in the set.

Review: The true comedy film is a lost art these days.  I find myself looking back to classics like the Nutty Professor and other Jerry Lewis films, because movies like this are timeless.  This new boxed set brings the classic film to blu-ray in a great collector's edition that is beyond definitive!  The book is a fantastic accompanyment, not to mention the great extras on the blu-ray.  This set also gives us a few other films with Cinderfella and The Errand Boy.  I had seen Cinderfella before, but not The Errand Boy.  I absolutely loved both of them and have already had a really fun viewing night with the family.  These films are great for those with kids that still want to laugh! 

Interest Range: Comedy

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SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT CELEBRATES  “GHOSTBUSTERS” MILESTONE ANNIVERSARY WITH THEATRICAL RE-RELEASE AND ALL-NEW SPECIAL EDITION BLU-RAY ANNIVERSARY EDITIONS

Theatrical Re-release Hits Theaters August 29; Blu-ray Anniversary Editions of “Ghostbusters” and “Ghostbusters II” Available September 16

Blu-ray Anniversary Editions of “Ghostbusters” and “Ghostbusters II” Available September 16 CULVER CITY, Calif. (June 5, 2014) – Sony Pictures Entertainment will celebrate anniversary of its blockbuster franchise Ghostbusters with a series of special events and home entertainment releases. As a highlight of the celebration, the original 1984 film has been restored and remastered in 4K and will be returning to the big screen, in over 700 locations in the United States and Canada, for a limited engagement starting August 29 (Labor Day weekend).

Commenting on the announcement, Rory Bruer, president, Worldwide Distribution for Sony Pictures, said, “Ghostbusters is still one of our studio’s most beloved franchises – I was lucky enough to work on the release of the film on its first run, so it’s a real thrill for me to see that it’s still connecting with audiences everywhere. On the big screen or in home entertainment, this is a great movie to experience again and again.”

Following the theatrical release of the film, on September 16, fans will be able to own the Ghostbusters 30th Anniversary Edition on Blu-ray and the Ghostbusters II 25th Anniversary Edition, as that film makes its Blu-ray debut. The Sony Pictures Home Entertainment releases of the films will also be available in a two-disc anniversary edition Blu-ray™ Digibook including both films, as well as a Limited Edition gift set that includes an exclusive collectible Slimer figurine and the two-disc Digibook. This special gift set will only be available for a very limited time, with the collectible Slimer figurine being a true must-have for fans. Both films have been fully restored and remastered in 4K and will be presented in high definition on Blu-ray from those 4K sources.

Both the Ghostbusters and Ghostbusters II Blu-rays come loaded with exclusive bonus materials, including revealing conversations with director Ivan Reitman and Dan Aykroyd, as well as never-before-seen deleted scenes from Ghostbusters II and more. The Ghostbusters anniversary edition features the original music video of the Oscar® nominated song “Ghostbusters” by Ray Parker Jr., while Ghostbusters II includes the original music video for “On Our Own” by Bobby Brown. In addition, Ghostbusters will contain all previously released legacy content, commentary and an interactive Slimer Mode, offering fans a picture-in-picture graphical viewing experience.

“To celebrate this milestone anniversary, we wanted to create something new and collectible for fans. These new Ghostbusters Blu-rays will feature the highest quality presentation along with new content that reflects the rich history of this iconic franchise,” said Lexine Wong, Senior Executive Vice President, Worldwide Marketing, Sony Pictures Home Entertainment.

Today also marks the premiere of the new website, GHOSTBUSTERS.COM, where fans can access new franchise offerings, including collectible merchandise, music, and more. Fans can register for updates, unique video content, as well as Ghostbusters news.

There will also be a slew of new merchandise from Sony Pictures Consumer Products to be released. Collaborations include Lego, Mattel, Funko, Mad Engine and other select items to help celebrate the occasion. In addition, SPCP partnered with Gallery 1988 to create a once-in a lifetime experience, displaying original paintings, limited edition prints, and sculptures inspired by the film.

Finally, Legacy Recordings / Sony Music Entertainment, will celebrate the 30th anniversary of the iconic Ghostbusters soundtrack with multiple collectible vinyl LP releases this year.


Fans can follow the action on social media with the hashtag #GB30 or visiting the following sites:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ghostbusters

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ghostbusters30

Instagram: http://instagram.com/ghostbustersofficial

Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/ghostbusters30/

Directed and produced by Ivan Reitman (Meatballs, Stripes), with the screenplay written

by Dan Aykroyd (My Girl) and Harold Ramis (Knocked Up), GHOSTBUSTERS is listed

as No. 28 on the AFI’s List of America’s Funniest Movies. Bill Murray (Stripes), Dan

Aykroyd (Blues Brothers), and Sigourney Weaver (Aliens) star, along with Harold Ramis

(Groundhog Day), and Rick Moranis (Honey I Shrunk the Kids). Ernie Hudson (TV’s

“Oz”) and Annie Potts (TV’s “Designing Women”) also star in the films.

GHOSTBUSTERS: University parapsychologists Dr. Peter Venkman (Murray), Dr. Raymond

Stanz (Aykroyd) and Dr. Egon Spengler (Ramis) lose a research grant when their experiment

methodology is proven to be bogus. The team decides to go into business for themselves and

open ‘Ghostbusters,’ a ghost removal service. After struggling to get on their feet, they are

summoned to investigate the strange happenings in Dana Barrett’s (Weaver) Central Park West

apartment. What they discover is that all Manhattan is being besieged by ghosts and other

worldly demons through a portal in her building.

 
GHOSTBUSTERS II: Supernatural superstars Peter Venkman (Murray), Dr. Raymond Stanz

(Aykroyd) and Dr. Egon Spengler (Ramis) spring back into action when the infant son of

Dana Barrett (Weaver) becomes the target of a powerful demonic force. Reunited with their

industrious secretary Janine (Potts) and the nerdy, near-sighted Louis (Moranis), the ‘heroes

of the hereafter’ must put a stop to an enormous underground river ready to rot the roots of the


GHOSTBUSTERS™ Blu-ray Special Features:

• NEW! Who You Gonna Call: A Ghostbusters Retrospective - Roundtable

Discussion with Director Ivan Reitman and Dan Aykroyd (Part 1)

• NEW! Poster Art Gallery – Gallery 1988 artwork

• NEW! “Ghostbusters” Music Video – Ray Parker, Jr.

• Legacy Content:

• Slimer Mode – Picture in Picture and Trivia Track

• Commentary w/ Ivan Reitman, Harold Ramis & Joe Medjuck

• 10 Deleted Scenes

• 1984 Featurette

• Cast and Crew Featurette

• SFX Team Featurette

• Multi-Angles

• Ecto-1: Resurrecting the Classic Car

• Ghostbusters Garage: Ecto-1 Gallery Storyboard Comparisons

GHOSTBUSTERS™ II Blu-ray Special Features:

• NEW! Time Is But A Window: Ghostbusters II and Beyond - Roundtable

Discussion with Director Ivan Reitman and Dan Aykroyd (Part 2)

• NEW! Deleted Scenes

• NEW! “On Our Own” Music Video – Bobby Brown

GHOSTBUSTERS™ has a run time of approximately 105 minutes and is rated PG

GHOSTBUSTERS™ II has a run time of approximately 108 minutes and is rated PG.

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Synopsis: The first season of Falling Skies takes place in the aftermath of an alien attack that left Earth a shell of its former self. Led by Tom Mason (Noah Wyle), a history professor, a group of human survivors who call themselves 2nd Massachusetts band together to make a stand against the alien invaders. ~ Tracie Cooper, Rovi

Review: There are a lot of great shows on television these days, but very little in the way of sci-fi.  Falling Skies fills a gap that was desperately desired with a science fiction show that can be watched seriously.  No cheese and no camp.  This show is hardcore drama.  Season three of the show really picked up with a whole new angle.  There is yet another alien race that has landed on earth, but these ones are claiming to want to help the humans defeat their wicked invaders.  The question is, do they have other more sinister motives?   There is so much intrigue and action..this one is not to be missed!  

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Interest Range: Sci-fi, TV shows