DVD/Blu-ray Release: Scott Pilgrim vs. The World

On November 9th, Universal Home Entertainment released Scott Pilgrim vs. The World on DVD.  Although this Toronto-based film sadly tanked at the box office, this is a true epic of epic epicness that needs a level bar to measure it’s awesomeness.  As cool as a comic book, this is one of the most raucously entertaining… Read More DVD/Blu-ray Release: Scott Pilgrim vs. The World

Blu-ray Release: The Sound of Music & Chitty Chitty Bang Bang

The Sound of Music: On November 2nd, 20th Century Fox Home Entertainment released the beloved Rodgers & Hammerstein classic, The Sound of Music, for the first time in glorious HD.  With memorable performances from Julie Andrews and Christopher Plummer, and featuring numerous classic songs, the musical was originally released in 1965 and went on to win… Read More Blu-ray Release: The Sound of Music & Chitty Chitty Bang Bang

DVD/Blu-ray Release: Ramona and Beezus

Today, 20th Century Fox Home Entertainment is releasing the kids book adaptation Ramona and Beezus on Blu-ray & DVD.  We reviewed Ramona and Beezus when it opened in theatres on July 23rd, all agreeing that, despite some misjudged fantastical sequences, this is a surprisingly charming film for it’s target audience.  You can read our full reviews… Read More DVD/Blu-ray Release: Ramona and Beezus

Blu-ray Release: The Bridge on the River Kwai

Today, Sony Pictures Home Entertainment is releasing director David Lean’s classic WWII epic The Bridge on the River Kwai on Blu-ray.  Following British P.O.W.s as they construct a bridge in enemy-occupied Burma, unaware of the Allies plans to destroy it, the film still remains a spectacular production.  This is the first time it is available… Read More Blu-ray Release: The Bridge on the River Kwai

DVD Review: Les Amours Imaginaires

Les Amours Imaginaires – An Alliance Films Release http://www.lesamoursimaginaires.com/ DVD Release Date: October 26th, 2010 Rated 14A for sexual content and language. Running time: 100 minutes   Xavier Dolan (dir.) Xavier Dolan (writer)   Xavier Dolan as Francis Niels Schneider as Nicolas Monia Chokri as Marie   Bonus Features Include: • Scène Supprimées • Commentaires… Read More DVD Review: Les Amours Imaginaires

DVD Release: Coronation Street: Romanian Holiday

Today eOne Home Entertainment is releasing the feature-length Coronation Street movie Romanian Holiday on DVD.  Romanian Holiday comically follows the characters from the popular TV show as they go on a vacation deep in the heart of Dracula country.   The disc also includes two behind the scenes featurettes.  Fans of the long-running show will… Read More DVD Release: Coronation Street: Romanian Holiday

DVD Review: Jonah Hex

Jonah Hex – A Warner Home Video Release http://jonah-hex.warnerbros.com/dvd/ DVD Release Date: October 12th, 2o1o Rating: 14A for violence and gory scenes. Running time: 82 minutes   Jimmy Hayward (dir.)   Mark Neveldine (screenplay) Brian Taylor (screenplay)   William Farmer, Mark Neveldine, and Brian Taylor (story)   John Albano & Tony Dezuniga (characters appearing in… Read More DVD Review: Jonah Hex

Now Available from 20th Century Fox Home Entertainment

Today 20th Century Fox Home Entertainment is releasing four of their films on Blu-ray.  The first of which is a recent summer blockbuster, the other three are classics new to BD.  Each is available to buy separately.  Enjoy!   Predators: Starring Adrien Brody, Predators is now available on DVD & Blu-ray.  Released in theatres on July… Read More Now Available from 20th Century Fox Home Entertainment

DVD Release: One Ocean

On October 12th eOne Films released The Nature of Things’ four-part documentary One Ocean on DVD.  Narrated by David Suzuki and featuring spectacular footage, this interesting series explores our planet’s interconnected ecosystem of oceans, from evolution to troubled future.   The two-disc set also features approximately 97 minutes of bonus material, including extended scenes, director interviews… Read More DVD Release: One Ocean

Criterion Release: The Darjeeling Limited

Today, the Criterion Collection is releasing The Darjeeling Limited on Blu-ray & DVD.  Director Wes Anderson’s moving 2007 film follows the story of three estranged brothers (played wonderfully by Jason Schwartzman, Adrian Brody and Owen Wilson) who take a spiritual train journey across India, in an attempt to rediscover themselves and redefine their bond as siblings.… Read More Criterion Release: The Darjeeling Limited

DVD Review: Splice

Splice – An eOne Films’ Release http://www.splicethefilm.com/ DVD Release Date: October 12th, 2010 Rated 14A for violence, sexual content and coarse language Running time: 104 minutes   Vincenzo Natali (dir.)   Vincenzo Natali (screenplay) Antoinette Terry Bryant (screenplay) Doug Taylor (screenplay)   Cyrille Aufort (music)   Adrien Brody as Clive Nicoli Sarah Polley as Elsa… Read More DVD Review: Splice

DVD/Blu-ray Release: Robocop trilogy, The Last of the Mohicans & Troll 2

On October 5th, 20th Century Fox & MGM Home Entertainment released a diverse selection of several classic films on Blu-ray & DVD.   Robocop trilogy:  Starring Peter Weller (Robert Burke in the third one) as the half man, half machine who cleans up crime on the streets of Detroit, these gritty sci-fi classics are available… Read More DVD/Blu-ray Release: Robocop trilogy, The Last of the Mohicans & Troll 2

DVD Review: The Trotsky

The Trotsky – An Alliance Films Release http://www.thetrotskymovie.com/ DVD Release Date: October 5th, 2010 Rated 14A for coarse language and substance abuse. Running time: 113 minutes Jacob Tierney (dir.) Jacob Tierney (writer) Malajube (music) Jay Baruchel as Leon Bronstein Domini Blythe as Mrs. Danvers Geneviève Bujold as Denise Archambault Colm Feore as Principal Berkhoff Emily… Read More DVD Review: The Trotsky