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Easter Parade

(John Delia) 3/4/2013 11:11 AM EDT
For the first time on Blu-ray the romantic musical Easter Parade dances onto the small screen. Transferred to Blu-ray using 1080p high definition, the movie makes a better presentation than its DVD predecessor. Originally released in 1948, this musical featuring the dancing of Fred Astaire and Judy Garland kicks up a great show. The stor... Read More

Jack the Giant Slayer

(John Delia) 2/27/2013 4:34 PM EDT
Taking special effects and sound to a new level for a 3D film, Jack the Giant Slayer entertains with adventure and excitement. The audience for the film in my estimation targets preteen to 20's male population. That said, the movie is critic proof with its giant size marketing budget and will certainly make a huge profit in the box-off ... Read More

Phineas & Ferb: The Perry Files - Animal Agents

(Chris Rebholz) 2/27/2013 11:14 AM EDT
If you are a fan of Phineas and Ferb, specifically a Perry the Platypus fan, get ready to be excited because Agent P has a whole new slew of adventures for you. As Phineas an Ferb have gained popularity it appears that Perry the Platypus has completely stolen the show. Hot off the heels of the popular Where's My Perry? App, this DVD comes at a grea... Read More

The Insider

(John Delia) 2/25/2013 9:08 AM EDT
Drama at its best, The Insider takes a look at big tobacco and comes up a winner in nearly every category including, acting, directing, writing and cinematography. Now on Blu-ray for the first time, the 1999 film earned 7 Oscar nominations and accolades from nearly every film critics association. The story centers on the tobacco in... Read More

Officer Down

(Chris Rebholz) 2/22/2013 2:48 PM EDT
It's hard to say what type of film "Officer Down" wants to be, but it doesn't appear particularly successful on any front. Part cop drama, part whodunit, with a dusting of action dynamics, the picture marches forward without a game plan, creating a confusing, heavy effort that depends on twists to keep the audience invested, only it's... Read More

Snitch

(John Delia) 2/21/2013 4:14 PM EDT
Actor Dwayne Johnson gives a powerful performance in the action drama Snitch opening in theaters this weekend. The film, Based on true accounts, takes you on a suspense filled ride under the fine direction of famous stuntman Ric Roman Waugh. Although the film does provide insight about how the justice system works, the hard knocks story... Read More

Argo

(Chris Rebholz) 2/21/2013 10:53 AM EDT
Argo and filmmaker Ben Affleck are on the march. The 2013 Golden Globes: Argo, Best Motion Picture Drama, Affleck, Best Director. The 2013 BAFTA Awards: Argo, Best Film, Affleck, Best Director. Producers Guild of America Awards: Affleck, Outstanding Producer of a Motion Picture. Directors Guild of America Awards: Affleck, Outstanding Directorial Ac... Read More

Monsters, Inc. 3D

(Roger Longenbach) 2/20/2013 11:13 AM EDT
The next film inline for a 3D conversion from Disney/Pixar was Monsters, Inc. It was released into theaters first back in December for a short run following the conversion from 2D to 3D. Generally Pixar's films have translated well into 3D, considering the source material, and this release is no exception to that rule. Monste... Read More

The Sessions

(John Delia) 2/20/2013 10:04 AM EDT
Based on a true story The Sessions will open your eyes, titillate and warm your heart. Now on Blu-ray for your home entertainment, the strange account features excellent convincing acting on the part of John Hawkes (Golden Globe nominated Best Actor) and Helen Hunt (Oscar nominated for Best Supporting Actress). If you want to see someth... Read More

Skyfall

(Chris Rebholz) 2/18/2013 9:34 AM EDT
For a while, it looked like Skyfall might not happen, as MGM's financial woes caused the film to be tabled, and some of the major players moved on to other projects. But no one has ever been able to keep James Bond down for long. Besides, resurrection and rebirth are among Skyfall's major themes. Thus it was that production resumed in Janua... Read More