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![[The Beast From 20,000 Fathoms]](/images/posters/dvd/big/beast_from_20k_fathoms.jpg) |
Length: 79 minutes
Screen Formats: Full Screen Languages: English, French Subtitles: English, French, Spanish Sound: Dolby Digital Mono Sides: 1 (Dual Layer) |
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Although obviously dated in this day and age of often photo-realistic, computer generated special effects, this film played off the cold war fears regarding the dangers of nuclear radiation and is still rather fun to behold. If you're a fan of Harryhausen's stop-motion special effects work, this is a must-have DVD for your collection.
The Beast From 20,000 Fathoms
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![[The Black Scorpion]](/images/posters/dvd/big/the_black_scorpion.jpg) |
Length: 88 minutes
Screen Formats: Full Screen Languages: English Subtitles: English, French, Spanish Sound: Dolby Digital Mono Sides: 1 (Dual Layer) |
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With top special effects co-designed by King Kong's Willis O'Brien, The Black Scorpion is horror with a sting more lethal than the king-sized ants that overran Los Angeles' sewers in the classic "Them!" Can humankind survive these invincible juggernauts? That fate rests on the shoulders of Hank Scott (1950s monster-movie stalwart Richard Denning) as the creatures rip a train from its track, snatch a helicopter from the sky and, in the film's most gripping sequence, battle each other in their subterranean lair. Watch out! (Studio Copy)
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![[Black Sunday]](/images/posters/dvd/big/black_sunday.jpg) |
Length: 143 minutes
Screen Formats: 2.35:1, 16x9 Languages: English, French Subtitles: English Sound: Dolby Digital 5.1 Sides: 1 |
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Robert Shaw plays an Israeli commando who discovers the plot, masterminded by Marthe Keller with the help of deranged Vietnam veteran Bruce Dern. Director John Frankenheimer creates a chilling portrait of people obsessed with a cause for which they will die.
In the exciting finale, Dern and Keller navigate the lethal airship into the terror-stricken stadium, pursued by Shaw in a helicopter, climaxing one of the most unusual chases in movie history. (Studio Copy)
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![[Blue Car]](/images/posters/dvd/big/blue_car.jpg) |
Length: 88 minutes
Screen Formats: 1.85:1, 16x9 Languages: English, French Subtitles: English Sound: Dolby Digital 2.0 Sides: 1 (Dual Layer) |
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Having been abandoned by her father and neglected by her overworked mother (Colin), young Meg (Bruckner) turns to her English teacher (Strathairn) for solace and inspiration. But the safety of what begins as a mentoring relationship turns increasingly complex and ambiguous as the tension in her family grows! Overwhelmingly acclaimed by the nation's critics, this powerful tale of sex and betrayal is certain to leave you with a lasting impression! (Studio Copy)
Blue Car
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![[Gerry]</TD](/images/posters/dvd/big/gerry.jpg)
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Length: 103 minutes
Screen Formats: 2.35:1, 16x9 Languages: English Subtitles: English Sound: Dolby Digital 5.1 Sides: 1 |
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A pair of best friends (Affleck and Damon), who've nicknamed each other "Gerry," set out on a desert hike. But what begins as a simple daytime adventure turns into an intense life-and-death journey that will test the strength of human endurance and ultimately, their friendship! Written by Damon, Affleck, and Director Gus Van Sant, this uncommonly compelling and starkly visualized film is a must-see motion picture that has earned the overwhelming praise of critics nationwide! (Studio Copy)
Gerry
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THE ADVENTURES OF INDIANA JONES
![[The Adventures Of Indiana Jones]](/images/posters/dvd/big/indiana_jones_set.jpg) |
Length: 115,118 & 126 minutes
Screen Formats: 2.35:1, 16x9 Languages: English, French, Spanish Subtitles: English, French, Spanish Sound: Dolby Digital 5.1 Sides: 4 Discs |
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Join the legendary hero Indiana Jones TM (Harrison Ford) in one of the greatest screen adventures of all time now on DVD. Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark TM has been meticulously restored and remastered frame-by-frame and features all-enveloping 5.1 Dolby Digital surround sound.
Accompanied by his feisty, independent ex-flame Marion Ravenwood (Karen Allen), the two-fisted archaeologist embarks on a thrilling quest to locate the mystical Ark of the Covenant. Indy must discover the Ark before the Nazis do, and he has to survive poison, traps, snakes and treachery to do so.
Explore the darkest jungles of South America, the bustling marketplaces of Cairo, and a top-secret submarine base with Indiana Jones as your guide to adventure. And finally witness the power of the Lost Ark unleashed as Indy stays one step ahead of the Nazis in this classic treasure on DVD. (Studio Copy)
Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom
Indiana Jones TM (Harrison Ford) brings his darkest and most chilling adventure to DVD like never before thanks to the wonders of frame-by-frame digital restoration and remastering and immersive 5.1 Dolby Digital surround sound. Follow the legendary hero from one cliffhanger to another in Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom TM. After
barely escaping a raging Shanghai nightclub brawl, Indy crash-lands into the wilds of India where he uncovers a sinister scheme that has enslaved a remote village's children in a fortress-like mine. Indy must save the children and avoid becoming a slave himself to the evil Thuggee cult.
Along for the raucous rescue attempt is Indy's pint-sized sidekick, Short Round (Ke Huy Quan) as well as a reluctant nightclub songbird, Willie Scott (Kate Capshaw). Join Indy as he outwits blood-thirsty villains and experiences the spectacular twists and turns of a thrilling mine car chase in the ultimate roller-coaster adventure on DVD. (Studio Copy)
Indiana Jones and the The Last Crusade
Relive the fun and excitement of keeping up with the Joneses in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade on DVD, now digitally restored and remastered frame-by-frame for the ultimate picture and featuring sweeping 5.1 digital surround sound.
In a prologue that reveals a young Indiana Jones (River Phoenix) in one of his first adventures, this thrilling screen epic continues as an adult Indy (Harrison Ford) embarks on a perilous quest for his cantankerous father, Professor Henry Jones, Sr. (Sean Connery).
The Nazis are on the trail of the Holy Grail, and have kidnapped Indy's father, the foremost authority on the Cup of Christ. Follow Indy as he inches through the rat-filled catacombs of Venice, battles Nazi flying aces in a thrilling biplane dogfight, and braves the thunderous fire-power of an unstoppable tank. And behold the Holy Grail's power to give and take life, as Indy and his father race against time in this timeless classic on DVD. (Studio Copy)
Bonus Disc:
Immerse yourself in a total Indiana Jones experience with this one-of-a-kind treasure chest of bonus material. Enjoy over 3 hours of all-new documentaries created exclusively for the DVD collection and supervised by the series' acclaimed filmmakers, Steven Spielberg and George Lucas. Mined from deep inside the Lucasfilm Archives, this bonus disc is loaded with never-before-seen footage that gives you a rare glimpse inside the movie making magic.
Go behind the scenes in the most expansive and only feature-length "Making Of" documentary ever created about the Indiana Jones trilogy. Follow Indy's on-screen adventures from concept, to production, to finished film and hear from the filmmakers and cast today as they reflect on the challenges of creating the films that forever changed the cinematic landscape.
Get an in-depth look at how sound, music, special effects and stunts all played a pivotal role in bringing Indian Jones to life in four all-new featurettes. Plus see the original teaser and theatrical trailers from all three films. It's the ultimate anthology of Indiana Jones special features to accompany this classic DVD Collection. (Studio Copy)
Comments:
Back in 1981 and fresh off their respective successes with "Jaws" and "Close Encounters" and the first two "Star Wars" films, Steven Spielberg and George Lucas set out to recreate and pay homage to the cliffhanger serials they enjoyed watching as kids. The results was the fabulous, rousing and completely engaging "Raiders of the Lost Ark" that's easily withstood the passing of more than two decades.
Success, of course, meant the need for a sequel and the duo teamed up again for 1984's "Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom." Beyond introducing Steven to the future Mrs. Spielberg (Cate Capshaw), the film's more disturbing scenes also created the push for the creation of the PG-13 movie rating. With some engaging scenes (and a terrific opening sequence that's a blast to watch and pretty much outdid similar outrageous intros in the James Bond films), the prequel wasn't and still isn't quite up to its predecessor or successor, but it's certainly far from bad.
1989's "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade" returned the filmmaking team and star Harrison Ford to their previous forms and included a brilliant stroke of writing and casting genius in allowing the terrific Sean Connery to play Indy's father. That added a new (and needed) element to the series that allowed for more humor. With some terrific action sequences and fun prologue featuring then 19-year-old River Phoenix (playing Indy in his early days), the film is as engaging and fun as the first to watch and re-watch.
With a terrific bit of remastering regarding the film's visuals and especially the audio - the surround channels are quite active and more effective than ever - as well as a decent array of supplemental features on the fourth disc (although where's the audio commentary by Spielberg, Lucas, Ford and company?), this is a must-have set for any DVD collector. We highly recommend it.
The Adventures of Indiana Jones (Raiders of the Lost Ark/Temple of Doom/Last Crusade)
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Length: 118 minutes
Screen Formats: 1.85:1, 16x9 Languages: Italian Subtitles: English, French, Spanish Sound: Dolby Digital 5.1 Sides: 1 |
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The Last Kiss
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Length: 325 minutes
Screen Formats: Full Screen Languages: English Subtitles: English, French, Spanish Sound: Dolby Digital 2.0 Sides: 2 Discs |
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These are in their most complete surviving versions. Narrated by Kenneth Branagh, Turner Classic Movies' compelling documentary Lon Chaney: A Thousand Faces explores Chaney's diverse career and very private personal life. They are a few of this genius's thousand faces - faces that continue to amaze and entertain. (Studio Copy here and below)
THE ACE OF HEARTS (1921) - When a secret group decides to murder a citizen, the assassin chosen will be the member of the group who draws the ace of hearts. Things don't go as planned in this morality tale of intrigue, love and the sacrifice of one man.
LAUGH, CLOWN, LAUGH (1928) - In one of his signature roles, Chaney is the circus clown who delights crowds with his performances, all the while coping with the heartache of a love that cannot be. Teenaged Loretta Young co-stars.
THE UNKNOWN (1927) - Chaney plays Alonzo the Armless, who makes his living in the circus by throwing knives with his feet, because allegedly has no arms. His assistant Nanon Zanzi (Joan Crawford in an early role), fearful of the touch of any man's hand, falls in love with him. Chaney actually strapped back his arms and learned to use only his feet for this role. Some of the tricks are done by a double but his performance as a contortionist is remarkable in this, possibly most bizarre performance. Tod ("Freaks") Browning directed.
LON CHANEY: A THOUSAND FACES (2000) - This definitive screen biography, which explores Chaney's diverse career and very private personal life, includes rare footage, archival photos and insightful commentary from co-stars, historians and others.
LONDON AFTER MIDNIGHT (1927) - In this 2002 photo reconstruction by Rick Schmidlin, a presumed suicide could be a case of murder or maybe the supposed victim is alive! Chaney plays the dual roles of a Scotland Yard sleuth and a saw-toothed vampire in this offbeat mix of horror and whodunit.
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For fans or those who've never heard of horror maestro Chaney (1883-1930), a.k.a. "The Man of a Thousand Faces" who popularized early versions of "The Phantom of the Opera" and "The Hunchback of Notre Dame," this is a decent introductory set collection of some of his work, and includes a terrific documentary about the actor and his work.
The Lon Chaney Collection
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Length: 133 minutes
Screen Formats: Full Screen Languages: English Subtitles: English Sound: Dolby Digital 5.1 Sides: 1 (Dual Layer) |
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The Music Man (TV Version)
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![[Naqoyqatsi]](/images/posters/dvd/big/naqoyqatsi.jpg) |
Length: 89 minutes
Screen Formats: 1.78:1, 16x9 Languages: English Subtitles: French Sound: Dolby Digital 5.1 Sides: 1 |
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In this cinematic concert -- the concluding film of the Qatsi Trilogy preceded by the critically acclaimed KOYAANISQATSI ("Life Out Of Balance"), and POWAQQATSI ("Life In Transformation") -- mesmerizing images reanimated from everyday reality, then visually altered with state-of-the-art digital techniques, chronicle the shift from a world organized by the principles of nature to one dominated by technology, the synthetic, and the virtual.
Extremes of intimacy and spectacle, tragedy and hope, fuse in a tidal wave of visuals and music, giving rise to a unique artistic experience that reflects Reggio's visions of a brave new globalized world. (Studio Copy)
Naqoyqatsi
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Length: 75 minutes
Screen Formats: Full Screen Languages: English, Spanish Subtitles: English, Spanish Sound: Stereo Sides: 1 |
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When the spiteful mayor forms a posse, Gil and Croft are swept up in their mission - to seek vengeance - even upon those innocent of any wrong-doing. As it becomes clear that blood-lust may win out over rationality, the tension mounts in this masterpiece with its timeless message about the dangers of mob mentality. (Studio Copy).
The Ox-Bow Incident
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![[The Safety Of Objects]](/images/posters/dvd/big/the_safety_of_objects.jpg) |
Length: 120 minutes
Screen Formats: 2.35:1, 16x9 Languages: English Subtitles: English, Spanish Sound: Dolby Digital 2.0 Sides: 1 |
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As Esther (Glenn Close) struggles to remain the perfect mother in the wake of a tragedy, Annette (Patricia Clarkson) copes with toxic fallout from a nasty divorce. Meanwhile, Jim (Dermot Mulroney) goes off the deep end when he's passed over for a promotion at work. But these very different people are bound together by more than their cookie-cutter homes and manicured lawns. In fact, an event from their past threatens to shatter their fragile lives unless they can find the strength to face it - and each other - head on. (Studio Copy)
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![[Sleepless in Seattle]](/images/posters/dvd/big/sleepless_in_seattle.jpg) |
Length: 105 minutes
Screen Formats: 1.85:1, 16x9, Full Screen (Pan & Scan) Languages: English Subtitles: English, Chinese, Korean and Thai Sound: Dolby Digital 2.0 Sides: 1 (Dual Layer) |
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He's an instant hit with thousands of female listeners, who deluge his Seattle home with letters of comfort. Meanwhile, inspired in equal parts by Sam's story and by classic Hollywood romance, writer Annie Reed (RYAN) becomes convinced that it's her destiny to meet Sam.
There are just two problems: Annie's engaged to someone else, and Sam doesn't know yet that they're made for each other. Co-starring Rosie O'Donnell, Rita Wilson and Rob Riener, Sleepless in Seattle truly is the romantic comedy that started it all! (Studio Copy)
Sleepless in Seattle (10th Anniversary Edition)
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STAR TREK V: THE FINAL FRONTIER
![[Star Trek V: The Final Frontier]](/images/posters/dvd/big/star_trek_5.jpg) |
Length: 106 minutes
Screen Formats: 2.35:1, 16x9 Languages: English, French Subtitles: English Sound: Dolby Digital 5.1 Sides: 2 Discs |
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The Star Trek stars are back for one of their most astonishing voyages ever, with all the fun and excitement fans have come to love. So buckle up for a thrilling leap into the unknown. (Studio Copy)
Star Trek V - The Final Frontier
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![[The Valley of Gwangi]](/images/posters/dvd/big/the_valley_of_the_gwangi.jpg) |
Length: 95 minutes
Screen Formats: 1.85:1, 16x9 Languages: English, French Subtitles: English, French, Spanish Sound: Dolby Digital Mono Sides: 1 (Dual Layer) |
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James Franciscus stars in this thunderous adventure featuring amazing special effects by Ray Harryhausen (The Beast From 20,000 Fathoms, Clash of the Titans). Franciscus plays a Wild-West showman who leads his riding and roping crew into the title region where prehistoric giants still roam.
Thanks to Harryhausen wizardry, fantastic creatures lunge, fight and rampage in scene after dazzling scene (including an awesome sequence where the cowboys rope Gwangi, a razor-toothed allosaurus). Saddle up and join the excitement. (Studio Copy)
From 1969 comes this reworked King Kong type story in slick packaging that's based on a story by Willis O'Brien (who did the special effects for Kong). His protégé, the legendary Harryhausen, however, creates some fun sequences featuring the dinosaurs, that still look quite good after all of these years (and plenty of improvements in special effects).
I must admit that I have a soft spot in my heart for this film, as it was one of my favorite growing up as a kid hooked on stop motion effects. Accordingly, I recommend it for those in the same boat and/or anyone interested in how they used to do such work the old-fashioned (and entertaining) way.
The Valley of Gwangi
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