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All DVDs come complete with cover art and case, and are all region 1 (rare exceptions will be noted in bold print at the end of the item description). Prices are geared from what are commonly found at Amazon, ebay, and/or retail outlets. As much as possible, my prices will not only be a bit cheaper, but you will save on tax and/or S&H. You may find the more recent, popular titles are actually cheaper because rental houses flood the market with them. The less popular titles that you won't often find "previously viewed" are generally made in lower numbers and therefore command a bit more.
Why rent for $3-$4 a movie (and pay for gas and occasional late fees) when you can own them cheap, and even sell or trade them off down the line?!?! Why buy at the stores, wait in line, and have to pay tax on the already higher price than these just to take off the shrink wrap?!?! Even worse, why buy used from rental places when the DVDs are all scratched, housed in ex-rental lock box and come without the chapter card?!?!)
Action / Adventure
10 Magnificent Killers - presented by the Wu-Tang Clan (It's kung-fu action from the 70's....does the story really matter? Bonuses include cast/crew bios, photo gallery, Wu-Tang music video, interview with Wu-Tang, and loads more - A) $6
Armageddon (Bruce Willis, Liv Tyler, Ben Affleck, Steve Buscemi, Billy Bob Thorton, and more head this all-star cast trying to save the world from the destruction of an asteroid. Includes Aerosmith video, trailers, and more - A) $6
Batman: The Movie (This 1966 movie is from the original television series. Stars Adam West and Burt Ward as the Dynamic Duo, and Lee Merriweather [Catwoman], Burgess Meredith [Penguin], Caser Romero [Joker], and Frank Gorshin [Riddler]. DVD includes a tour of the Batmobile, commentary by Ward and West, featurette, stills gallery, and more. One of the best DVD values I have ever for the price - A) $4
Big Trouble in Little China (Action/comedy classic from '86 starring Kurt Russell as a man impressed into saving the world against ancient Chinese forces that have been reawakened. 2 disc set includes commentary track by Russell and director John Carpenter, deleted scenes, featurette, still gallery, magazine article, music video, trailers/tv spots, and more. OOP version - A) $12
Charlie's Angels (First installment in the series with Cameron Diaz, Drew Barrymore, and Lucy Liu. Bonuses include commentary, deleted and extended scenes, outtakes and bloopers, music videos, and much more - A) $6
Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle (The Angels are back, and this time they are needing to retrieve rings that include the information of every person within the Federal Witness Relocation Program. If it was not enough that they needed to contend with the Irish Mob, they also have to deal with one of the former Angels who was her own agenda. Just as much comedy and action as the first film, this sequel does not disappoint. DVD include two commentary tracks, trivia track, various featurettes, Pink music video, DVD-ROM features, and more - A) $6
Driven (Sly Stallone is an ex-Formula One race driver called out of retirement to tutor a young Kip Pardue. DVD includes additional scenes, director commentary, 2 behind-the-scenes documentaries, and more - A) $4
Die Another Day (Starring Pierce Brosnan and Halle Berry, this latest installation in the James Bond series is, well, James Bond! 2 disc set in fullscreen edition and the DVD case is housed within a book-style slipcover. Bonuses include two commentaries, Bond trailer catalog, documentary, gadgets featurette, Madonna "Die Another Day video, trailers/tv spots, and more. Widescreen - A) $6
Die Hard 2: Die Harder (Bruce Willis is back as the lone man against many, this time a group of terrorists on Christmas Eve in the nation's capital. This is the 2 disc Special Edition that includes director commentary, making-of feature, documentary, "Villian's profile" featurette, director interview, and more - A) $10
Daredevil (Ben Affleck plays the part of the comic book superhero who is blind yet has highly accentuated other senses. His nemesis is Bullseye [Colin Farrell], but more importantly has a love interest in Electra [Jennifer Garner] who is possibly his ally or enemy. 2 disc set includes commentary track, comic book chronology, two 60 minute documentaries, trivia track, 3 music videos, and much more - A) $6
Drunken Master (Jackie Chan stars in this 1978 film which was his breakout role. Jackie becomes a burden within his father's dojo, so he is sent to his abuse uncle to learn the drunken style of kung-fu. This is the original kung-fu comedy film, though the action is every bit as good as any Bruce Lee film. A complete, cohesive story developed meanwhile, one of maturing and redemption. DVD includes audio commentary, trailers, choice of various languages for subtitling and audio, and is shown in widescreen - A) $10
Enter the Dragon (Bruce Lee in maybe his finest film as one of several martial arts experts brought to a remote island to fight for bragging rights. Lee has other motives though, including that of avenging his sister's death and destroying the Shaolin refugee running the contest. DVD includes documentary from 1973 on the filming of the movie, commentary track, documentary "Bruce Lee: In His Own Words", interview with Bruce's widow Linda Lee Cadwell, and more - A) $6
Face/Off (John Travolta is an FBI agent who goes to the extreme of stopping Nicolas Cage by having his faced grafted on to his. Cage retaliates and does the same which puts Travolta's career and family in peril - A) $6
Gladiator (Signature Series 2 disc set of the wildly popular Russell Crowe film. Crowe is a general impressed into being a gladiator for Roman entertainment, but bests the competition and leads a one man revolt against the emperor. Bonuses include director commentary, deleted scenes, 2 behind-the-scenes featurettes, slide show featuring concept art and storyboards, trailers/tv spots, and much more - A) $8
Goldeneye (Pierce Brosnan is Bond, and he is out to stop a former ally-turned-enemy from destroying the world with a powerful satellite system. Stars Sean Bean [Lord of the Rings] and Famke Janssen [X-Men]. Bonuses include commentary, making-of featurette, World of 007 documentary, GoldenEye video by Tina Turner, trailers, and more - A) $8
Hulk (2 disc edition DVD of the Ang Lee comic book interpretation of the "birth" of the Hulk and his search for his father who holds the key to his unwanted transformations. Includes deleted scenes, game section playable on an Xbox, various artist depictions of the Hulk, commentary by Lee, and more. NEW and factory sealed - A) $10
Jurassic Park (Fullscreen Collector's Edition with black and gold foil metallic cover. Yet another Spielberg masterpiece, this is the story of scientists reviving dinosaurs from fossilized DNA in a effort to create a tourist attraction. Nature can not be tamed though, and the beasts turn on the humans. DVD includes a making of featurette, storyboards, production photos, sketches, and paintings, trailers for all three Jurassic films, dinosaur encyclopedia, and much more - A) $10
Leon: The Professional (My all-time favorite action film! Starring Jean Reno as a somewhat slow but thorough hitman who's work becomes complicated as the neighbors are gunned down by corrupt NARC agents, and the 12 year-old daughter seeks for his refuge. She increasingly uses her Lolaesque charms to get her way as well as find parental acceptance, while he fights off urges he has to this point never dealt with. Also stars Danny Aiello and a truly frightening Gary Oldman, directed by Luc Besson. Superbit version that showcases the highest level of audio and visual effects. Widescreen presentation, low production - A) $14
Master and Commander (Epic adventure finds Russell Crowe as British war hero Captain Jack Aubrey in the early 1800's having to choose between duty and friendship after his vessel is crippled by a French warship. Shown in widescreen presentation - A) $8
Magnificent Seven, The (Stunning american remake of the classic "Seven Samurai" is a classic in it's own rite. All-star cast includes Steve McQueen, Eli Wallach, Charles Bronson, Yule Brynner, and James Coburn. A group of gun slingers are hired, though with very little money, to defend a Mexican village from being terrorized any further by a gang of ruthless outlaws. The "good guys" take the assignment more for the reason of proving self-worth than for pay. DVD includes star commentary track, documentary, photo gallery, trailer, and more - A) $6
Orca (Richard Harris and Bo Derek [in her film debut] star in this 1977 film of a beautiful but deadly Killer Whale that has gone on a rampage. Shown in widescreen presentation - A) $6
Once Upon a Time in Mexico (Third in the "El Marachi" again finds Antonio Banderas, now with Selma Hayek, running from the law AND bad guys....including Cheech Marin, Willem DaFoe, and Johnny Depp [in three different roles]. Bonuses include director commentary, deleted scenes, 2 ten minute features, an anti-hero journal, inside "Trouble Maker" studios, and more - A) $8
Road Warrior, The (Mel Gibson finds his place in Hollywood with this career making film of a heroic loner in the roads of outback Australia who is in search for the most important commodity of the day:gasoline. The nuclaer future meets mythological past in this mind-blowing stunt movie that spawned 2 sequels. DVD includes trailer, production notes, and choice of wide or fullscreen - A) $8
Raging Bull (Robert DeNiro plays the part of boxing legend Jake LaMotta in this cinematic giant from Martin Scorsese. DeNiro is a boxer who is coming up and finds no opposition, except for the rage and anger he can not escape. While he succedes in the ring as a boxer, he is unable to contend with simply being a man and brings his rage outside the squared circle. One of the most landmark films of the post-war era for it's cinematography, which by choice was shot in beatiful black and white. NEW and factory sealed - A) $10
Scarface (2 disc version of the DePalma/Pacino classic. Tony Montana is a Cuban defect that has come to America to find it's "dream", and actually succedes in doing so. His rise to money and power within the world of drug trafficking provides the most cherished film within the urban film-watching culture. DVD includes a Def Jam featurette including today's hottest rap artists speaking on the film, three other featurettes centering on the film's rebirth from the 1932 version, acting, and creation. Also includes deleted scenes and montage of clips used in the network version of the film. Widescreen edition. NEW and factory sealed - A) $16
Scarface (2 disc version of the DePalma/Pacino classic. Tony Montana is a Cuban defect that has come to America to find it's "dream", and actually succedes in doing so. His rise to money and power within the world of drug trafficking provides the most cherished film within the urban film-watching culture. DVD includes a Def Jam featurette including today's hottest rap artists speaking on the film, three other featurettes centering on the film's rebirth from the 1932 version, acting, and creation. Also includes deleted scenes and montage of clips used in the network version of the film. Fullscreen edition - A) $13
Searchers, The (John Wayne plays the part of an ex-Confederate who sets out to find his kidnapped niece as well as the Comanches who murdered his family. Battling hunger, thrist, the elements, and loneliness, Wayne finds something before he finds his enemy: his own humanity. DVD includes trailer, Warner Bros. documentary shorts, and production notes - A) $6
Spider-Man 2 (2 disc-set in widescreen format. This second installment finds Peter Parker wrestling with the need to battle crime or to pursue his love interest Mary Jane Watson. This conflict affects his ability to function in his crime-fighting, which comes at a bad time as Doctor Octopus is on the loose. Over ten hours of extras include commentary track by Tobey Maguire and director Sam Raimi, "making-of" 12 part documentary, art gallery, and much more - A) $10
Swordfish (John Travolta, Hugh Jackman, Halle Berry, and Don Cheadle star in a movie of internet hacking, stealing of billions of dollars, Halle's breasts, and most of all, lots of explosions. Bonuses include director commentary, behind-the-scenes documentaries, 2 alternate endings, trailer, and DVD-ROM features - A) $8
World is Not Enough (James Bond is played by Pierce Brosnan in this '99 installment to the series. Bond is assigned to protect Sophie Marceau, but anarchist Robert Carlyle is looking to upset the apple cart. Denise Richards is present as well for added sex appeal. DVD includes 2 commentaries, making-of documentary, video by Garbage, trailer, collectible booklet, and more - A) $8
X-Men (The first film in the series, this DVD comes in all foil packaging: a tri-fold DVD case housed in a slipcover and includes 2 booklets. Loads of extras including 10 minutes of unseen footage - A) $8
X-Men 1.5 (This is the first film though a later release w/5 hours of bonus footage on 2 discs, which include director commentary, 21 featurettes, 6 deleted scenes, movie premiere footage, still photos galleries, 3 trailers, 9 tv spots, & more. Tri-fold DVD case housed in a slipcover - A) $10
Young Guns: Deluxe Edition (Newly remastered version of the 1986 film featuring Charlie Sheen, Emilio Estevez, Kiefer Sutherland, and Lou Diamond Philips as various characters from the Old West that band together to help regulate against outlaws, even though they are far from upstanding within the eyes of the law themselves. DVD includes commentary by some of the films stars, trailer, trivia track, trailer gallery, Billy the Kid documentary, and more - A) $8
You Got Served (Hip-hop crews come together to compete for money and respect in L.A. A suburban crew though crashes the event, and the locals now must represent! Dancing and hot girls essentially make for a 95 minute MTV video, but hey, we need a this since there was nothing after "Breakin' 2: Electric Boogaloo. Stars Steve Harvey, Omarion, Marques Houston, and Lil' Kim. DVD includes video and audio dance commentary by cast/crew, making-of featurette, dance breakdown interactive bonus, and more - A) $5 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Anime (japanese animation and animated titles for the 18 and over crowd. DVDs in this section are priced higher due to lower production totals. All titles are US region 1 releases)
Animatrix (Nine different short animated original stories giving additional insight to the Matrix series, all done by different artists. Includes 4 commentary tracks, video game sampler, and more. Intended for teens on up - AN) $6
Akira (The granddaddy of anime films, created in 1988 with ground-breaking cel animation. A near-apocalyptic world is the home for our hero who must struggle between the incredible power he wields and the corruption it could bring. DVD includes the greatest levels of remastering available for the film itself, both English/Japanese subtitling and dubbing options and is shown in widescreen - AN) $12
Aqua Teen Hunger Force: Volume Two (The complete second season of the crime fighting [sort of] happy meal trio. Immediate cult classic animation from Cartoon Network. Two disc set is housed on a tri-fold holder and set in a slipcover. Extras include deleted scenes, commentary tracks, music video, and two featurettes. NEW and factory sealed - AN) $20
Animation Runner Kuromi (From the director of the "Fruits Basket" series comes this short film of a young girl and her employ at an animation studio. This film, while enjoyable on it's own, is going to best appreciated by real anime buffs. DVD features an interview with the director and US voice actor, director commentary track, mini documentary on the animation process, director's diary, and more - AN) $10
Banned and Censored - Cartoon Crazys (This is a 13 cartoon, 2 hour compilation of cartoons from the 30's and 40's that were banned by the Hays Code for various violations. The majority of these have to do with racial overtones as well as animal cruelty. There are no overt sexual issues with these cartoon, do not be misled by the title. There is also a breakdown bonus section as to why each cartoon found issue with the Hays Code, as well as a history of the code itself. Betty Boop and Private Snafu, popular recurring characters from the time, star in a few of the episodes - AN) $10
Brak Show, The: Volume 1 (Nearly 3 hours of pure Brak! 14 episodes on a 2 disc set on a fold-out holder within a slipcover case. Bonuses include Cartoon Planet segments, commentaries by show creators and Brak, Brak presents the Brak Show starring Brak, Adult Swim News, never-before-heard radio play production of the Brak Pilot, and more - AN) $18
Clerks Uncensored (This is the exclusive 2 disc set of the short-lived animated series for tv. Only 2 of the 6 episodes ever aired, but now you can have them all along with many bonuses. Commentary by his regular cast of misfits provides even more laughs - AN) $8
Clutch Cargo (Esoteric, quirky animated series from 1959 that features Clutch Cargo, young Spinner, and his dog Paddlefoot off on various adventures. This long-forgotten series may be best known today as the cartoon young Butch was watching in Pulp Fiction. Nine different episode arcs, each composed of five seperate segments - AN) $8
Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within (2 disc sci-fi computer generated, full length anime film that finds the earth in the year 2065 infested with alien spirits. One woman must do what she can to befriend certain spirits in hope of saving the planet. Movie is based of the long running and popular video game "Final Fantasy". Voices by Alec Baldwin, Steve Buscemi, Ving Rhames, Ming-Na, James Woods, Donald Sutherland. DVD includes commentary track, subtitled factoids, trailers, production notes, original interactive documetary, multiple workshops, alternate opening sequence, and muc more - AN) $6
Millenium Actress (heralded full-length feature by Satoshi Kon [Perfect Blue, Tokyo Godfathers] that travels the past and present in tracking a legendary actress who disappeared at the height of her career. DVD includes making-of featurette, trailer, interview with director, as well as a commentary track. Low production - AN) $15
Neo Ranga: A God is Risen (8 episodes on one disc. English subtitled. Also japanese and english language track. Comes with large collectors storage box as well as the clear Amaray case - AN) $13
Nightmare Before Christmas (Tim Burton's stop-animation masterpiece of the Pumpkin King getting his holidays confused and wanting to take over Santa's gig.....with frightening results. For older children and adults due to it's scary themes. DVD includes deleted scenes, animated sequences, behind-the-scenes look at the film, still frame gallery, commentary, two Tim Burton early film shorts, trailers and posters, and more! NEW and factory sealed - AN) $15
Nightmare Before Christmas (Tim Burton's stop-animation masterpiece of the Pumpkin King getting his holidays confused and wanting to take over Santa's gig.....with frightening results. For older children and adults due to it's scary themes. DVD includes deleted scenes, animated sequences, behind-the-scenes feature, stills gallery, commentary, 2 Tim Burton early film shorts, trailers/posters, & more - AN) $13
Porco Rosso ["The Crimson Pig"] (Recently released full-length animated feature from Studio Ghibli {Disney's Japanese affiliate, who made the acclaimed "Spirited Away" and "Howl's Moving Castle"} is set between WWI and WWII, focusing on a fighter pilot bounty hunter. He is the best there is in capturing his prey, but he has little else to live for as a curse long ago turned his face into that of a pig. Main character is voiced by Michael Keaton. The DVD is a 2 disc-set housed inside a slipcover and includes such bonuses as behind-the-microphone feature, complete storyboards, original Japanese trailers, interview with director Miyazaki, and much more - AN) $16
Princess Mononoke (An earth spirit looks for revenge against humans ruining the planet, and Ashitaka must battle against both to create equality. Voices of Billy Bob Thorton, Gillian Anderson, Jada Pinkett Smith. NEW and factory sealed - AN) $13
Puphedz: The Tattle-Tale Heart (DVD includes both an edited 27 minute and gorier 34 minute version of the famous Edgar Allen Poe work, as enacted by puppets. DVD includes photo gallery, documentary, trailers, and more - AN) $6
Ren & Stimpy: The First and Second Seasons (This set includes all 32 cartoons of the freaky lil' cat and dog team that broke the barriers of naughtiness for mainstream animation in 1991. Complete versions of the four edited cartoons are shown in whole, and bonus features include the "banned" episode "Man's Best Friend", "Ren & Stimpy: In the Beginning" featurette, audio commentary on six episodes by the Spumco team, storybaord and Spumco image gallery, Sven Hoek pencil test, and more - AN) $25
Rex the Runt (2 DVD box set containing 26 episodes of the cult claymation shows from England. Made by the studios that create "Wallace and Gromit" and "Chicken Run" comes four dogs that are flatmates that going on incredible adventures. Visually appealing for kids but smart and funny enough for adults. Includes photo gallery, character bios, and more. NEW and factory sealed - CH) $12 1 2
Strawberry Eggs (Hibiki needs a job to avoid being kicked out of his apartment, and his only option is to teach. The place he hopes to find employment only hires females, so he takes on the persona so as to be employeed. DVD includes art gallery and English/Japanese language track options - AN) $10
Sin (Our hero Blade is trying to surpress the otherworldy monsters that are plaguing the locale as well as stopping the woman who is trying to push mankind into evolving. DVD includes interviews, character bios, trailers, and more - AN) $10
Spike & Mike's Cutting Edge Classics (17 cartoon shorts {total 84 minutes] of inventive, wacky, and brilliant works. This is a more techical and less "gross-out" installment in the series which can be enjoyed by the entire family. DVD also includes sneak peek at the next Classic Festival of Animation - AN) $12
Spirited Away (From Miyazaki, Japan's "Walt Disney", comes the story of a young girl availing herself to servitude in an effort to save her parents from a cruel fate. A less heavy-handed but more effective lesson of responsibility is conveyed for the younger viewers, but not at the sacrifice of making an engaging story even adults will enjoy. Voted to numerous Top 10 lists in 2003 for "Must Own" DVDs, this 2 disc set comes w/optional Japanese language track, a "making of" short film, a showcase of the art behind the film, storyboards, and more - AN) $12
Titan A.E. (Mix of computer and cel animation is used for this sci-fi feature. In the year 3028 Earth has been destroyed by an alien race. Of those that have survived one finds he holds the key to a spaceship that in turn could lead to man's repopulation of the Earth. Voices supplied in part by Matt Damon, Drew Barrymore, Nathan Lane, and John Leguizamo. DVD includes director commentary, deleted scenes, "The Quest for Titan" featurette, Lit music video, still gallery, trailers/tv spots, and DVD-ROM game link - AN) $4
Tokyo Godfathers (Brilliant story and animation that center on three homeless in the streets of Japan that find an abandoned infant on Christmas Eve. The make it their mission to find the parents and return the child, and seemingly unrelated though important incedents force them to confront the past, and future. DVD includes making-of featurette, trailer, and option of english subtitling. Low production - AN) $16
Vampire Hunter D (Original film from '85, "D"'s first adventure in destroying vampires throughout the land, even though he himself is half vampire. Amazing visuals made this an instant classic. This special edition version has many bonuses - AN) $14 1 2
Children/Family (also includes animated titles)
101 Dalmations II: Patch's London Adventure (Young dalmation Patch wants to break away from all of his look-alike siblings, so he ventures off to meet his television/doggie idol. Cruella is back though, and she looks to capture the rest of the brood to serve as inspiration to an uninspired painter. Patch must now decide if he should return to save the day. DVD includes behind-the-scene "dogumentary", Lost in London game, 2 music videos, and more - CH) $6
Aladdin (This is the new 2-disc DVD edition that comes complete with slipcover. Blockbuster Disney film about the rogue that falls in love with the city's princess, but has little means and much opposition. His fortune changes though upon finding the magic lamp that unlocks a genie who allow him three wishes. Bonuses include brand-new music videos performed by Nick Lachey/Jessica Simpson and another by Clay Aiken, "Inside the Genie's Lamp" 3-D tour, 3 wishes game, deleted scene, pop-up fun facts, making of Aladdin featurette, and more. NEW and factory sealed - CH) $14
Alice in Wonderland (Limited edition two-disc set includes the standard though generous amount of bonuses Disney has been putting on their DVDs, including interactive games, short Mickey Mouse film from '36, sing-a-longs, newly discovered "I'm Odd" song by the Chesire Cat, and more! - CH) $14
Agent Cody Banks (Wildly popular film of Frankie Muniz as a junior CIA agent on a mission to save the world, and Hilary Duff! Lots of gadgets and special effects make this a very entertaining family film. DVD includes deleted scenes, outtakes, sneak peek at the sequel, 3 featurettes, commentary track with Muniz, and more - CH) $6
Bicentennial Man (Robin Williams stars as an android in the not-too-distant future who wants to be more of one of the family to which he works than a mere household appliance. DVD includes production featurette, trailer, and is shown in widescreen presentation - CH) $6
Black Cauldron, The (Disney's 25th full-length animated classic centers on a young boy who dreams of being a mighty warrior and who's wish is fulfilled......though not without needing to find the mystery of the Black Cauldron and defeating the evil Horned King. This underrated Disney classic also includes a "Trick or Treat" Donald Duck short and a still frame gallery - CH) $12
Catch That Kid (Family film of three best friends that specialize as a rock-climber, computer genius, and mechinal whiz that plan to heist a high-tech bank to help save one of their ailing fathers. DVD has actor commentary, 8 deleted scenes, and short film "Gone Nutty" - CH) $6
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (Children's classic from 1968 starring Dick Van Dyke as an eccentric inventor who's car drives, floats, and flies he, his lady friend, and two children into various adventrues. Also stars Benny Hill in one of his few film roles. DVD includes sing-along feature, 4 page booklet of trivia and production notes, and the original theatrical trailer - CH) $6
Crocodile Hunter: Collision Course (Steve Irwin and his wife go off to save a crocodile that has become a military secret weapon. No, I am NOT lying. DVD includes outtakes, interactive games, two featurettes, photo gallery, Baha Men music video, and more. This copy comes with DVD and chapter card, but not the cover art - CH) $4
Dinosaur (Disney computer-generated feature that tracks the journey of a young iguanodon seperated from his kind and befriended by a group of lemurs. Comedic yet insightful look at various creatures of that period as well as suggestions on their extinction. DVD includes four featuettes, animated dinosaur fun fact game, search and assemble game, virtual reality game, DVD-ROM and web links, as well as choice of wide or fullscreen presentation - CH) $10 1 2
Garfield As Himself (Three of the best Garfield episodes ever aired: "Here Comes Garfield", "Garfield on the Town", and "Garfield Gets a Life". There are no box sets available on this series, so the individual DVDs are the only way to view the episodes presently - CH) $6
Great Muppet Caper, The (The muppets are off to London to try and retrieve a priceless stolen necklace, and of course have countless great sight gags and music numbers along the way. Not only fun for children but smart and entertaining for adults as well. DVD includes choice of wide or fullscreen, bonus trailers, and "Muppetisms" featuring Kermit, Animal, Stadler, and Waldorf - CH) $8
Good Boy! (A young boy gets a new dog that not only does tricks, but he can speak in english as well! The pooch is a scout from another planet looking to see if earth is habitable. Voices for dogs provided by Brittany Murphy, Matthew Broderick, Cheech Marin, Carl Reiner, and more. DVD includes documentary, deleted/alternate scenes, trailer, pooch profiles, and more - CH) $6
Hercules (Disney Gold Collection that is an adaptation of Greek mythological characters. Voice talents of James Woods, Danny DeVito, and Bobcat Goldthwait. DVD also includes a "making of" featurette. NEW and factory sealed - CH) $15
Jack and the Beanstalk - The Real Story (3 hour long Hallmark production by the Jim Henson Creature Shop. Stars Matthew Modine as a decendant of the assumed "Jack" from the fairy tale. In order for him to unlock a family secret, he must return to a different place and time where fairy tales still seem to live. Also stars Mia Sara and Daryl Hannah. DVD includes "A Look Behind the Scenes", production notes, Jim Henson's Creature Shop Special, and more - CH) $6
Looney Tunes: Back in Action (Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, and other famous WB characters are mixed into live action with stars Brendan Fraser, Jenna Elfman, and Steve Martin in a film where the good guys try to stop the ACME corporation from getting the Blue Monkey gem and being able to control the world. DVD includes all new Roadrunner and Wile E. Coyote cartoon, behind-the-scenes featurette, special effects featurette, scenes of the Looney Tunes never before shown, DVD-ROM bonuses, and more - CH) $6
Lilo & Stitch (Animated movie of a cutesy alien landing in Hawaiian and taken in to a family hardly able to care for themselves. Many extras include deleted scenes, DisneyPedia: Hawaii, music video, interactive game, and more - CH) $12
Legend of Johnny Lingo, The (Based on a true story, an orphan boy named Tama is "cursed" by his tribe and finds comfort in a fellow outcast girl named Mahana. The two eventually become seperated and when Tama grows up to become affluent, he later must decide if he can keep his childhood commitment to his one-time love. Great family entertainment - CH) $6
Lion King, The: Special Edition (2 DVD box set sleeved in a case with fold-out cover. Immensely successful Disney film of a young lion cub who must face the trials of growing up as well as predators to fulfill the role of King. Extras include deleted scenes, bonuses songs, music videos, games, and featurettes and much more - CH) $13
Lion King 2: Simba's Pride (Third in the Disney trilogy focuses on Simba's headstrong daughter Kiara is learning about being a young lionness and comes in contact with Kovu, the successor of the Scar's banished tribe. He has an agenda, while she is falling in love. Who is going to give in and what implications will that have on the tribes? DVD includes "One by One" animated short, Timon & Pumbaa's Virtual Safari, "Rafiki's Challenge" game, music video, and more - CH) $12
Madeline (Two features: "Madeline in Hollywood" and "Madeline and the Soccer Star" - CH) $4
Muppet Show, Best of (3 episodes from the original made-for-television series. These star John Cleese, Dudley Morre, and Peter Sellers. Bonuses include intros by Jim Henson's son, Muppetisms, Movie Mania, and From the Archives - CH) $10
Muppet Show, Best of (3 episodes from the original made-for-television series. These star Diana Ross, Brook Shields, and Rudolph Nureyev [Russian skating star]. Bonuses include intros by Jim Henson's son, Muppetisms, Movie Mania, and From the Archives - CH) $10
Mulan (Mulan is a young girl who doesn't quite fit into the traditional ancient Chinese world she lives in. When an invading Hun army threatens, Mulan disguises herself to prevent her aged father from having to go to battle. Voices of Ming-na from "E.R." as well as Eddie Murphy, among others. New 2 DVD set includes deleted scenes, never-before-heard song, alternate openings, music videos with Jackie Chan, Raven, & Christina Aguilera, DisneyPedia "Mulan's World", Mulan fun facts, and much more - CH) $14
Melody Time (From 1946 comes this hard to find Gold Collection Disney DVD containing 7 classic stories all set to music. Included are "Blame it on the Samba" w/Donald Duck, "Bumble Boogie", "Little Toot", "Johnny Appleseed", "Pecos Bill", "Once Upon a Wintertime", and "Trees". Often cited as better than the more popular "Fantasia". DVD also has three bonus classic Disney cartoons "Casey Bats Again", "Donald Applecore", and "Lambert the Sheepish Lion" - CH) $15
Mary Poppins (2 disc set classic Disney film from 1964 that set the standard for mixing live action and animation. Julie Andrews is the perfect nanny who comes to turn all the chores into games and adventure. This 40th year anniversary DVD comes in a holographic foil slipcover with opening book cover front and includes an all-new bonus short, musical reunion with Dick Van Dyke and Andrews, never-before-heard deleted song, interactive game, rare behind-the-scenes footage, Poppins pop-up fun facts, and more. NEW and factory sealed - CH) $16
Mickey's Twice Upon a Christmas (A showcasing of all the biggest Disney characters being brought together in one film for the first time in decades. All of the short stories center around Christmas, and of course morals are imparted along with the comedy. DVD includes deleted scenes, featurette on Michelle Kwan and her inspiration for the animators, and games: Guess What Donald is Singing, Santa's Workshop Challenge, Decorate Your DVD Menu, and more. Direct sales version with white case and holo-foil slipcover - CH) $10
Never Ending Story II, The (Sequel to the popular children's film/book finds the lead character again in the magical land of Fantasia, this time hoping that he and his friends can save the day from the an evil sorceress. DVD includes trivia game, trailer, and is shown in fullscreen - CH) $5
Oliver (30th anniversary remastered edition of the Charles Dicken's classic. Oliver is the loveable orphan turned street urchin who gets his education in the poverty of 19th century London. DVD includes photo gallery and featurette - CH) $15
Our Song (Coming-of-age tale of three girls in Brooklyn who drift apart upon graduation from high school and start taking paths contrary to all they have known to this point. DVD includes making-of featurette, Jackie Robinson Steppers Marching Band Article, director commentary, and theatrical trailer - CH) $6
Pocahontas (2 DVD set of the Disney film from '95 that centers on the beginnings of America when new settlers encountered the native American Indians, most notably Pocahontas. DVD is set within a slipcover and includes interactive game, deleted scenes, sing-along songs, 2 music videos, trailer, booklet, & more - CH) $14
Pokemon 3: The Movie (I can not even begin to describe this, but your child would know what it is. Main film also includes a "Pikachu & Pichu" short film. Includes commentary track, music video, Johto Pokerap, production notes, trailers, and more - CH) $6
Road to El Dorado, The (Two rougish young men constantly find themselves in trouble when locals about 17th century Spain, and wind up running from the law and into the jungles surrounding the ancient Aztecs and their gold. This Dreamworks release includes read-along adventures, various interactive games, filmmaker's commentary, Elton John music video, behind-the-scenes featurette, trailers, etc - CH) $10
Schoolhouse Rock (2 disc set of 46 animated shorts from Saturday mornings that taught us all a little something with charm, wit, and great music. These instructional shorts are not only great for nostalgia, but also to help our children now learn from them. Versitile jukebox features allow the short to be played in various fashions and include many never-before-seen pieces, behind-the-scenes footage, Top 20 Countdown, trivia game, arrange-a-song puzzle, 4 music videos by contemporary artists, audio commentaries, and more. NEW and factory sealed - CH) $16
Snow Queen (A young 20-something girl named Gerda and her father plod along at the motel they own after her mother was killed in a bitter winter storm. The girl's only joy is the bellboy that works there with them. One night though a lovely stranger [Bridget Fonda] comes wrapped in blazing-white fur and diamonds, and the next morning the bellboy is gone! Gerda now must go on a journey through morphing seasons, fantastic creatures, and long-frozen mysteries to get her love back. Hallmark Entertainment DVD includes making-of featurette, photo gallery, and trailer. DVD comes is regular case which is housed within a reflective foil slipcover - CH) $8
Shrek / Shrek 3-D set (Two seperately cased DVDs, the first being the original film [2 disc set] with voices provided by Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, and Cameron Diaz. Bonuses include Swamp Kareoke Dance Party, HBO First Look, music videos, commentary, technical goofs, 15 games in the Game Swamp, etc. The 2nd is an unreleased in theatres short film which is in 3-D [glasses included] - CH) $14
Sleeping Beauty (Disney classic of a lovely princess, a loathesome witch and her apple, and the fair prince that would need save the day. This limited time offer DVD comes in a slip cover and includes a music video, sing-a-long, interactive game, and much more - CH) $13
Spongebob Squarepants: The Movie (Spongebob makes his first film which finds him needing to reclaim the crown for King Neptune to help save the life of his bost Mr. Krabs. Terribly well written and funny film. DVD includes "Submarine" teaser trailer, Spongebob demo game, 20 minute animatic featurette, undersea featurette, and more. NEW and factory sealed - CH) $14
Spy Kids 3-D (2 disc set is third in the series of kid-oriented adventures that find the children of the world famous spies needing to save their parents by traveling inside a virtual video game. DVD is presented in standard format but also allows for 3-D viewing when chosen and watched with the glasses provided. DVD includes commentary by director Robert Rodriguez, Mage Race game, 2 pairs of 3-D glasses, Alexa Vega in concert, effects of the game, and much more - CH) $8
Something Wicked This Way Comes (Scary, atmospheric Disney film from 1983 stars two young boys who are enthralled in the traveling circus that came to town in the middle of the night, even though strange goings-on cause them to feel not all is right. Jason Robards is a father looking to protect his son from the the carnival master Mr. Dark [Jonathan Pryce] and his bewitching assistant Pam Grier. DVD includes original trailer and allows for choice of full or widescreen presentation - CH) $10
Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron (Dreamworks animated story of a young mustang coming of age, befriended by a native American-Indian, and hounded by an American colonel. DVD includes a "Make-a-Movie" interactive game/workshop, DreamWorks Animator, and many other interactive bonuses for children - CH) $10
Veggie Tales: Heroes of the Bible (Three different tales running a total of 75 minutes. This is another in the series of the lesson-instilling veggies in the tales "Daniel and the Lion's Den, "Dave and the Giant Pickle", and "Esther....the Girl Who Became Queen". Also includes children outtakes saying the funniest things about their Bible heroes - CH) $8
Watership Down (Timeless animated classic from 1978 taken from the Richard Adams novel. Story of a community of rabbits in England who's warren is threatened, and the challenges they face as well as allies they make. A tale of loyalty, courage, and spirit. DVD includes "bunny talk" glossary, trailer, profile of the movie's creator, and more. Low production - CH) $12
Walt Disney Treasures: On the Front Lines (2 disc set in double thick case set within a metal case melted down from original tins that held countless reels of Disney 35mm film. Incredible compilation of Disney propaganda shorts (32 of them) made in the early 40's to help support the war effort. There are some very non-PC elements in these cartoons that simply can't be described in words. Also includes the full-length "Victory Though Air Power" which has never been shown since it's release in '43. Includes collectible booklet, lithograph, and limited series COA numbered "040,041/250,000" - CH) $25
Walt Disney Treasures: The Chronological Donald (2 disc set in double thick case set within a metal case melted down from original tins that held countless reels of Disney 35mm film. Compilation of 36 Donald Duck shorts from '36 to '41 that run for 4 hours and 35 minutes. Includes collectible booklet, lithograph, and limited series COA numbered "151,734/165,000" - CH) $25
Walt Disney Treasures: Tomorrowland (From the Disney series comes this 2 disc set encased in a double-thick DVD holder and housed inside a metal tin, with individually numbered cerificate of authenticity of 105,000 copies. This set is mainly a series of shorts released around the 1950's through the Disney studios that dealt with space exploration, though many of them were dead-on with their predictions. Entertaining Americana also showcases the rides from Tomorrowland and countless other bonuses a true Disney fanatic would cherish. 4 hours total viewing, also includes a collectible art card - CH) $25
Walt Disney Treasures: Mickey Mouse in Living Color: Vol. 2 (From the Disney series comes this 2 disc set encased in a double-thick DVD holder and housed inside a metal tin, with individually numbered certificate of authenticity of 175,000 copies. This is a number of shorts starring Mickey Mouse from the years 1939 to 1995, loads of forgotten classics that you likely saw as a child but long ago forgot. 5 hours and 45 minutes total viewing, also includes a collectible art card from Fantasia - CH) $25
Watcher in the Woods (A rare "kid friendly" PG horror story presented by Disney from 1981. A family rents a house from a withdrawn older lady [Bette Davis], and a series of unexplainable phenomenon cause the daughters, along with the old lady, to unravel the mystery behind it all. DVD is released by Anchor Bay and includes director commentary, 2 alternate endings, trailers, TV spot, 20 page booklet, and more - CH) $8
Winnie the Pooh, The Many Adventures of (The Disney original Pooh film from 1968 with Eeyore, Tigger, and all the rest. DVD also includes Pooh fun facts, Pooh art gallery, sing-along, interactive game, featurette, short film of Eeyore, and more - CH) $12
Wizard of Oz (The 1939 classic is now on DVD for endless entertainment for the whole family. DVD includes behind-the-scenes documentary, vintage movie and cartoon clips, trailers, outtakes musical numbers never before shown, newsreel excerpts, cast interviews, extensive audio program of the original recording session, and more. NEW and factory sealed - CH) $13 1 2
Yellow Submarine (The Beatles animated classic! Timeless and can be enjoyed by both children and adults, this restored version now on DVD has loads of extras and a collectible booklet. NEW and factory sealed - CH) $16
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50 First Dates (Adam Sandler is in hawaii and falls in love with Drew Barrymore. Unfortunately she has a condition that disallows her from remembering anything that happened the day before, so he must constantly win over her affection. Bonuses include director/cast commentary, deleted scenes, making-of featurette, music videos, gag reel, filmographies, Comedy Central Reel Comedy special, and more - C) $8
About Schmidt (Jack Nicholson is newly retired and ready to enjoy life, but finds his daugther is about to marry a loser. His quest to stop that from happening, as well as other unexpected situations bring him to a new self-discovery. Includes deleted scenes, trailer, and more - C) $6
American Splender (Paul Giamatti stars as the down-trodden everyman Harvey Pekar, real-life character who created underground comics in the 70's to today. This frustrated loser finds no joy in life, but does strike a chord with the viewers. Intermittenly in the film, the real Pekar shows up to give comments, making for a unique movie experience. Winner of both the Sundance and Cannes film awards for 2003. DVD includes audio commentary with cast/filmmakers/Pekar himself, DVD-ROM features, & a real comic book found only w/direct sales DVD releases - C) $10 1 2
Austin Powers: Goldmember (Third in the series, this time Austin is on a mission to save his equally groovy spy father, played by Michael Caine, from Dr. Evil. Beyonce Knowles helps the cause and lends an afro. Loads of bonuses on this Infinifilm DVD. Widescreen edition - C) $6
Airplane (Hands down, the funniest, non-stop laughter film of the modern era. The movie needs no explanation, you know what it is. Extras including commentary by the three directors, trailer, and shown in widescreen - C) $8
Adventures of Ford Fairlane, The (Camp classic that stars Andrew "Dice" Clay as a detective for hire, who is set out to find the killer of a rock musician and a shock-jock DJ [Gilbert Gottfried]. As far as bad films go, this is very entertaining. Also stars Tone Loc and Morris Day. DVD includes director commentary, making-of featurette, "Cradle of Love" Billy Idol video, and trailer. Choice of wide/fullscreen presentation - C) $6
American Wedding: Extended Unrated Party Edition (Third film in the popular series finds Jason Biggs and his misfit musical girlfriend getting married. Seann William Scott is there to meet the bridesmaids as well as provide the strippers the night before. DVD includes outtakes and deleted scenes, cheesy wedding video, Stifler speak, Enter the Dominatrix, Grooming the Groom, and more - C) $10
Bat Thumb (Another in the many "Thumb" movies by Steve Oedekerk, this one of course lampoons "Batman". DVD includes coming attraction trailers, outtakes, and commentary by Oedekerk - C) $6
Barbershop 2 (Follow up to the smash comedy from 2002. The entire cast returns along with new member Queen Latifah. DVD includes deleted scenes, outtakes, cast video commentary, crew audio commentary, Mary J. Blige/Eve video "Not Today", Sleepy Brown/Outkast video "I Can't Wait", behind-the-scenes gallery, trailer, and more - C) $6
Big Lebowski (Coen brother's film set in LA of a stoner "Dude" who is simply trying to enjoy his bowling and white russians, until some guys bust in his house and pee on his rug. Problems ensue. DVD includes both wide and fullscreen formats, film and cast bios, 30 minute interview with the Coens, and more - C) $8
Bedazzled (Brendan Fraser makes a deal with a very sexy devil [Elizabeth Hurley], who of course decides to teach him a lesson for the wishes he wants. DVD includes 2 commentary tracks, 2 featurettes, stills gallery and more - C) $6
Cable Guy, The (Jim Carrey plays the helpful but ultimately needy cable installer for Matthew Broderick. Choice of wide/fullscreen - C) $6
California Suite (Five couples come to live in a Beverly Hills Hotel and must confront one another through their stay. Comedy ensues. Ensemble cast stars Alan Alda, Michael Caine, Walter Matthau, Richard Pryor, Jane Fonda, Bill Cosby, and more. 1978 film writeen by Neil Simon has choice of wide or fullscreen presentation - C) $6
Chasing Amy (Third film by Kevin Smith, and argueably his best. Ben Affleck is smitten with Joey Lauren Adams, much to his buddy Jason Lee's dismay. Once Adams is found to be lesbian, Ben is less than thrilled, Jason is tickled, and Joey is confused. This is released by Criterion and has loads of goodies including cast & crew commentary - C) $10
Clerks (Immensely popular 1st film by Kevin Smith that started him on the road to cult humor films for today's 30-something crowd. Includes director & cast commentary, deleted scenes, alternate ending, Soul Asylum video, and more - C) $10
Elf (Will Farrell stars as "Buddy", an over-grown helper to Santa who eventually returns to New York to find his real father. Life outside of the North Pole is far from friendly, but ever-optomistic Buddy is bent on bringing back Christmas cheer to all, and convincing his dad he is really his son. DVD is released through Infinifilm, which packs loads of bonuses such as 5 featurettes, DVD-ROM content, 4 "Fun N' Games" extras, commentary track, deleted/alternative scenes, and more. NEW and factory sealed - C) $10
Emperor's New Clothes, The (Whimsical story of a man [Ian Holm] placed in Napoleon's place to keep him safe. The real Napoleon finds love and happiness elsewhere, and the imposter will not relinquish his position. Low production - C) $8
Everlasting Piece, An (A Barry Levinson production set in Northern Ireland about two men looking to take over the toupee market. This Dreamworks film garnered high praise from critics, even though not a box office success - C) $6
Food for the Heart (Romantic comedy starring Jorja Fox and Suzanne Mora as friends looking to open a restaurant but are waylayed by dating interests and a lack of money. Nothing goes as planned and yet everything happens as it should - C) $4
Friday (The Ice Cube and Chris Tucker classic. A good amount of bonuses including seven deleted scenes, intro by Ice Cube, Dr. Dre "Keep Their Heads Ringin'" and Ice Cube "Friday" music videos, trailers, cast & crew bios, and more - C) $10 1 2
Galaxy Quest (Tim Allen stars in this popular sci-fi spoof of tv actors drafted into saving the universe because it is believed they can by friendly aliens. Immediate cult classic comedy also stars Sigourney Weaver, Tony "Monk" Shaloub, and Sam Rockwell. Includes deleted scenes, featurette, trailers, cast/crew bios, Thermian Language audio track, and more - C) $8
Ghostbusters (Smash comedy from 1984 starring Dan Akyroyd, Bill Murray, and Sigourney Weaver. Ghosts have become apparent in New York City, so a team of gun-for-hire scientists do what they can to bring them in. DVD includes storyboards, deleted scenes, '99 Star featurette, F/X team documentary, original featurettes, and trailers. OOP and hard to find - C) $10
Godthumb (Another in the many "Thumb" movies by Steve Oedekerk, this one of course lampoons "The Godfather". 31 minute film also is followed with bonus trailers, outtakes, and interviews - C) $6
Graduate, The (The movie that in many ways defined the 70's, it is also one of the best comedies ever made. Dustin Hoffman is in love with his college sweetheart, but slowly becomes seduced by her mom. A film of growing up and learning responsibity without moralizing, the genius of this movie has not been lost with time - C) $10
Haunted Mansion, The (Eddie Murphy is a real estate agent who's family has to deal with 999 ghosts within the creepy Gracey Manor. This PG rated film is taken from the popular Disney attraction, and the bonuses include bloopers, deleted scenes, Raven "Superstition" music video, Haunted Mansion virtual tour, commentary track, anatomy of a scene, DVD-Rom features, and more - CH) $6
Heartbreakers (Gene Hackman, Sigourney Weaver, Ray Liotta, Jason Lee, and Jennifer Love Hewitt. Hewett and Weaver are a mother/dauther team that con men out of their money. Their newest plot is to take tobacco tycoon Hackman for all his cash, but Hewett breaks the cardinal rule and falls in love. DVD includes two documentaries, 22 deleted scenes, 2 commentary tracks, and trailer - CF) $6
High School High (Underrated spoof of that draws from several "high school" classics from the 50's and 60's. Jon Lovitz is a do-gooding teacher that chooses to go to the worst high school in the nation with the belief he can better the hopeless students there. Also stars Mekhi Pfhifer, Tia Carrere, and produced by David "Airplane" Zucker. Includes trailer and choice of wide or fullscreen format - C) $8
Heathers (Christian Slater is the epitomy of teen angst [and the spirit of Jack Nicholson] in this dark comedy from 1988. Winona Ryder wants to be a part of the powerful though cruel "Heathers" clique at her school, and just as quickly wants out once in. Her meeting with introvert Slater begins a cycle of murder, suicide, and Slushies. Bonuses include commentary track, all-new documentary featuring the lead actors/crew, original trailer, talent bios, and screenplay excerpt of the original ending. Newly released Anchor Bay version - C) $10
I'm with Lucy ("Five handsome bachelors, one lucky woman". Probably not too much more can be said, though the film is indeed well received. Stars Anthony LaPaglia, David Boreanaz, John Hannah, Henry Thomas, and Gael Garcia Bernal, all chasing after Monica Potter - CF) $10
King of Comedy (Scorsese brilliance from '82, once again starring DeNiro. Robert is a delusional wanna-be stand-up comedian that will do anything to be on Jerry Lewis' late night show......including kidnapping him. This quite classic also stars a young Sandra Bernhard, and the DVD has several bonuses - C) $10
Kentucky Fried Movie (Skit-comedy film from '76 by the team that next made "Airplane", and directed by John Landis. Lots of bawdy, kooky humor. Cameos by Bill Bixby, Donald Sutherland, and George Lazenby. DVD includes commentary from Landis, Zucker, Abrahams, and Zucker, theatrical trailer, on-set home movies, behind-the-scenes photos, and more. Low production - C) $12
Kung Pow (Steve Oedekerk writes, directs, and stars in this brilliant Kung-Fu comedy that is centered around a 1970's kung-fu film, but has action, comedy, and dialogue altered to make an entirely new film. Smarter and funnier than you might imagine. DVD includes Oedekerk comedy, two full-length alternative audio tracks, 14 outtakes and deleted scenes, making-of featurette, trailer/promo spots, and more - C) $8
Legally Blonde 2 (Resse Witherspoon reprises her fashion-sensible role, this time going to Washington to lobby for animal rites in hopes of freeing her chihuahua's mother from an animal testing facility. DVD includes deleted scenes, gag reel, LeAnn Rimes music video, cast commentary, interactive quiz, featurette, behind-the-scene photo gallery, and trailers. DVD is housed in a direct sales pink case - C) $8 1 2
Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou, The (Fourth Wes Anderson film, released by Criterion, starring Bill Murray, Owen Wilson, Cate Blanchett, Anjelica Huston, Willem Dafoe, and Jeff Goldblum. Murray plays a once famous oceanographer who is no longer the media darling he once was, but is now on a mission to hunt down the Jaguar Shark that killed his long time expedition friend. The film is full of smart and estute comedy, though this may not appeal for those liking broad, silly humor. DVD includes director commentary track, ten deleted scenes, "Starz on the Set" behind the scenes featurette, trailer, and reversible cover with alternate artwork - C) $10
Love Actually (Hugh Grant, Colin Firth, Liam Neeson, and Emma Thompson head up a cast of characters that by and large are all romantically interested or involved with one another. DVD includes commentary track, deleted scenes, Kelly Clarkson music video, and more - C) $8
Monty Python and the Holy Grail (The most beloved of the Python films, this is the story of King Arthur and his travels with his inept knights to find the Holy Grail. Includes trailer and is shown in widescreen format - C) $8
Monty Python and the Holy Grail (This is the newly remastered 2 disc version that comes housed in a slipcover. This movie brought the troupe worldwide recognition . Tons of wonderful extras including an hour long featurette with Palin and Jones revisiting locations where parts of the film was shot, Holy Grail trailers from Japan, "Knights of the Round Table" dance number performed by Legos, commentary by the five surviving members, and loads more. NEW and factory sealed - C) $13
Monty Python's The Meaning of Life (The last movie from british troup [1983]. More sketches than linear story, this is still at least all fresh material, and the wonderful cinematography is often overlooked. OOP Image version - C) $12
My Big Fat Greek Wedding (30-something ugly duckling of a Greek family falls in love with a handsome non-Greek. This is kept a secret as long as possible, knowing there may be family tension. DVD includes commentary by the lead actors Nia Vardalos and John Corbett. This is the direct sales version w/white case - C) $8
Maid to Order (Ally Sheedy is a spoiled richie who unwantedly is transformed into a penniless outsider by her fairy godmother. Sheedy now must struggle simply to survive, and no doubt will learn lessons along the way. Shown in fullscreen - C) $6
Made (Vince Vaughn and Jon Favreau reunite, this time as small-time wanna-be mobsters looking to prove themselves to the boss. Also stars P. Diddy and Peter Falk. DVD includes Favreau/Vaughn commentary track, deleted scenes, outtakes, trailers, cast & crew info, 3 documentaries, production notes, and more - C) $6
Mambo Cafe (Latin pop singer Thalia and comedian Paul Rodriguez star as members of a hispanic family who's restaurant is doomed to fail. Their only salvation seems to be in working with the mob and knocking off a few undesirables - C) $4 1 2
Master of Disguise (Dana Carvey's parents are kidnapped by criminal mastermind Brent Spiner ["Data" from Star Trek], and his grandfather shows him the family secret of disguises that should allow him to get them back. DVD includes commentary track, alternative & deleted scenes, 3 featurettes, music video, trailer, and more. Fullscreen presentation - C) $6
Midnight Run (Robert DeNiro plays a tough cop turned bounty hunter. Charles Grodin is a sensitive accountant who embezzled 15 million from the mob to charity. DeNiro stands to make a lot if he brings him in, but the work proves much harder than thought - C) $8
Mighty Wind, A (So heavy with performed songs it is almost a musical, this film reunites Christopher Guest, Harry Shearer, and Michael McKean [all from This is Spinal Tap, Waiting for Guffman, and Best in Show], Eugene Levy, and more as folk musicians reuniting for a tribute after the death of their old manager. Loads of bonuses - C) $8
National Lampoon's Vacation (Chevy Chase classic of a hapless man simply wanting to take his family on vacation to Wally World, but finds that fate is against him. Also stars Randy Quaid, John Candy, and Anthony Michael Hall - C) $6
Nothing But Trouble (Chevy Chase and Demi Moore are stranded far off the beaten path at the mansion/courtroom/funhouse of a crazed old judge played by Dan Aykroyd. Cameo with Digital Underground [w/Tupac in his screen debut] showing up as well - C) $4
On Edge (Mockumentary of three skating rivals looking to garner fame and bragging rites. Stars Kathy Griffin, Jason Alexander, Scott Hamilton, and Marissa Jaret Winokur. DVD includes deleted scenes and cast interviews - C) $8
Out of Order (Eric Stoltz plays a young man who's life-long ambition to be in film come close to fruition, except life gets in the way. Also stars Justine Bateman, William H. Macy, and Peter Bogdanovich. DVD includes cast interviews, filmographies, making-of featurette, and commentary track - C) $4
Pieces of April (Katie Holmes plays the part of a rebellious young girl offering to host an elaborate Thanksgiving dinner. Now her family draws close and she must do what she can to get help from perfect strangers to pull off the perfect meal. DVD includes director commentary, trailer, and choice of wide or fullscreen - C) $8
Private Parts (Howard Stern plays himself as the nerdish guy he was in college who looked not only to win over the love of his life, but also to prove himself a success even though his employers look to censor him. A film that won over the critics that even disliked Stern, but could not refute the charm and quality of this movie - C) $8
Rutles, The: All You Need is Cash (Maybe the best made though least known mockumentary, Eric Idle stars and directs in the movie that tracked the lives of "The Rutles", a group that seems every bit the Beatles....but isn't. Pre-dates "This is Spinal tap" by a year, and mimics the actual group more realistically with the humor coming from the send ups, not the goof ups. DVD includes Eric Idle commentary, photo gallery, memoirs, deleted scenes, and more. Low distribution - C) $13
Radioland Murders (Written by George Lucas, this is a mystery/comedy set in '30s Chicago. It is the first night on the air for a radio station, and one by one the performers are being murdered. Stars include Brian Benben, Mary Stuart Masterson, Christopher Lloyd, Corbin Bernsen, Jeffrey Tambor, George Burns, and Bobcat Goldthwait - C) $4
Splash (Ron Howard directs Tom Hanks in a breakout film for both of them from 1984. Hanks is a workaholic unable to find love, until he is rescued from a boating accident by a mermaid [Darryl Hannah]! She is able to have a human appearance, but others find out her secret and now the chase to study her is going to cause their love to fail. Tough to find DVD - C) $10
Snatch (2 disc OOP version of the Guy Ritchie action/comedy. Brad Pitt is a gypsy called upon to bare-knuckle box for the English mob, but he has his own agenda. Also stars Jason Statham, Benicio del Toro, and Vinnie Jones. This of course causes grief for his humble promoters. Includes pikey subtitling, director/producer commentary track, deleted scenes, photo gallery, tv spots, making-of featurette, trailers, etc - C) $12
Sam & Janet (Sam is on the rebound from a miserable 6 year marriage and vows never to make that commitment again. He runs into Janet, who has her own set of problems in trying to seperate herself from her husband that will not grant a divorce. These two of course fall in love, and then have to contend with the problems they have together - C) $6
Saved (Recent release w/Mandy Moore and Jena Malone as two of the most notable girls at their Christian high school who are the targets of some of the other students. DVD includes deleted scenes, bloopers, 2 commentary tracks, behind-the-scenes featurette, and more - C) $10
Scary Movie 2 (Second in the trilogy of horror-spoof films, this one stars the Wayan brothers again, Andy Richter, Tim Curry, Chris Elliott, Tori Spelling, and more. Bonuses include behind-the-scenes featurette, deleted/alternate scenes, special F/X tour, stills gallery, character profiles, trivia game, and more - C) $8
Scary Movie 3 (Third installment in the series, this is the first rated PG-13, but still is just as funny as the others. Parodies in this film include "Signs", "8 Mile", "Matrix: Revolutions", "The Ring", and more. Stars Charlie Sheen, Eddie Griffin, Queen Latifah, Denise Richards, Leslie Nielsen, and Anna Farris. Bonuses include alternate ending, outtakes/bloopers, commentary, and more - C) $10
Sideways (Award winning comedy that features Paul Giamatti as a guy that can't get over his divorce, but finds some aversion in taking his college buddy to wine country in California for a week before he gets married. The time they spend together, along with the couple women they meet, give rise to even more mid-life crisis instead of relaxation. DVD cones in a slipcover and includes full-length commentary by lead actors Giamatti and Thomas Haden Church, 7 deleted scenes, behind-the-scenes featurette, trailer, and more - C) $12
Smokey and the Bandit: Pursuit Pack (Boxed DVD that includes all three of the films in the series. Stars Burt Reynolds as the man on the run from the law, mostly just because he wants to drive them insane. Films also stars Jackie Gleason, Sally Fields, and Jerry Reed - C) $10
Serial Mom (John Waters tones down his gross-out film to make a black comedy of the perfect family in a small community who's mom has finally snapped, and those who cross her pay the ultimate price. Stars Katheleen Turner, Sam Waterson, Ricki Lake, and early appearance of Matthew Lillard. DVD includes cast bios, trailers, and commentary track. I would have this a bit higher, but a small portion of the back cover ripped away when the security seal was removed to open the DVD - C) $4
Thumbtanic (Yet another of the "Thumb" films, Steve Odekerk now spoofs Titanic. Funny, but only if you like this sort of thing - C) $6
Three Stooges, The (Four classic Stooge films with a combined 3 1/2 hours of play: "Brideless Groom", "Disorder in the Court", "Sing a Song of Six Pants", and "Malice in the Palace". REGION FREE - C) $4
This is Spinal Tap (One of the all-time funniest comedies, and inarguably best mockumentary, this is the story of a heavy metal group that is a few years past it's prime. Directed by Rob Reiner and starring himself, Michael McKean, Harry Shearer, Christopher Guest, and cameos of Fran Drescher, Billy Crystal, Dana Carvey, Bruno Kirby, and more. DVD includes commentary by Spinal Tap [in character - hilarious!], more than an hour of unused footage, trailers, 6 tv commercials, 4 music videos, interview with Rob Reiner, Flower People press conference, Spinal Tap appearance on "The Joe Franklin Show", and more. NEW and factory sealed - C) $10
There's Something (more) About Mary (The new 2 disc version of the hit gross-out comedy with tons of bonuses and 13 new scenes. Includes commentary by the directors the Farrelly brothers, alternate opening done in claymation, 43 minute behind-the-scenes featurette, Comedy Central's Reel Comedy on the film, 6 scene specific featurettes, foreign language clips, music video, kareoke sing-along, and more! New and factory sealed - C) $12
There's Something (more) About Mary (The new 2 disc version of the hit gross-out comedy with tons of bonuses and 13 new scenes. Includes commentary by the directors the Farrelly brothers, alternate opening done in claymation, 43 minute behind-the-scenes featurette, Comedy Central's Reel Comedy, 6 scene specific featurettes, foreign language clips, music video, kareoke sing-along, and more! - C) $10
Vegas Vacation (This time Chevy Chase takes his family to the new entertainment capital of America, Las Vegas. Silly hijinx abound as always for the Griswolds. DVD includes production notes and trailer - C) $6
What's Up, Tiger Lily? (Woody Allen classic from 1966 that took an asian film and redubbed the dialogue to make an entirely new, and funny, movie of a superspy looking to reclaim the sought after egg salad recipe. This film is the precursor for Mystery Science Theater 3000, Kung-Pow, and any other projects that comedically dubbed over original dialogue. Low production - C) $14
Wimbeldon (Kirsten Dunst is a rising star on the tennis circuit who falls in love with a long-shot contender on the male set. Will he serve as a distraction, a help, or will the game of tennis even really matter? DVD includes various featurettes - C) $6
Young Frankenstein (Gene Wilder in Mel Brooks spoof of the monster classic. This DVD comes with case and chapter card, but not the cover art - C) $4 1 2
Documentary (includes: specials / tv series)
Absolut Warhola (A witty and affectionate documentary that traces American pop artist Andy Warhol's roots to two Eastern European towns from where he came. Relatives gush about him, though no one really seemed to know him, much less comprehend his art - DOC/TV) $12
Bananas: Featuring Bob Nelson (Stand-up routines of comedian Bob Nelson, who's characters include the punch-drunk boxing trainer, an entire football team of very different individuals, a farmer aggrevated by a precocious duck, and more. Bob Nelson is a truly hilarious comedian who had a couple solid HBO specials, but kept relative anonimity by choice of wanting to keep his material clean and family oriented - DOC/TV) $4
Chappelle's Show: Season 2 - Uncensored (3 disc set that includes all 13 episodes from the second season, including the infamous Rick James sketch. Also included is the Charlie Murphy True Hollywood Stories on Prince, the Wayne Brady sketch, and much more. DVD includes episode-specific commentary tracks, extended Rick James interview, 2 unaired Charlie Murphy stories, 1 hour of bloopers and deleted scenes, extra stand-up from Dave, and more - DOC/TV) $25
Chappelle, Dave - Killin' Them Softly (HBO standup set from 2000 finds Dave doing material that no doubt won him the interest from Comedy Central to receive his own show - DOC/TV) $10
Chris Rock: Never Scared (Rock's 90 minute, 4th stand-up for HBO. DVD includes 15 minutes of unaired footage from the routine, as well as his first solo half-hour special "Big Ass Jokes" - DOC/TV) $10
CKY (Bam Margera, Brandon DiCamillo, and the rest of the crew [minus Johnny Knoxville, and pre-Jackass] film their trouble-making and skate boarding guerilla style through the Pennsylvania. 90 minute film plus 25 minutes of bonus footage. Truly hilarious! - DOC/TV) $8
Cold Play: Unauthorized (48 minute documentary on the band from their inception to 2003. Fullscreen format and region 0 - DOC/TV) $6
D-Day (2 disc feature housed in a slipcover with a die-cut window. Documentary that centers on the infamous Operation Overlord, the invasion that changed the course of history forever. Endless actual footage showcases most of the important events and even little known facts make for a total of 3 hours 45 minutes of footage on these discs - DOC/TV) $10
Def Comedy Jam All-Stars #5 - Features Martin Lawrence, Jamie Foxx, D.L. Hughley, Adele Givens, Chris Tucker, Sheryl Underwood, and more - $7 1 2
Kevin James: Sweat the Small Stuff (James' first ever solo stand-up performed for Comedy Central. the star of "King of Queens" centers most of his material on what he knows best: food and New York. DVD includes several appearances on the Daily Show with John Stewart. Out of print - DOC/TV) $8
Mystery Science Theatre 3000: Eegah (Richard Kiel ["Jaws" from James Bond "Moonraker"] plays a prehistoric man resurfacing to terrorize a man and his daughter in California. DVD includes the original version of the film, prompts to see edited portions of the movie, trailers for other MST3K titles, and more - DOCTV) $10
Mystery Science Theatre 3000: Mitchell (Jon Don Baker stars as a bloated, drunkard cop on the trail of two different bad guys, but ulitmately seems more interested in bedding Linda Evans. Notable MST3K as this is the last episode with Joel, who returns to earth, and Mike is sent up to take his place. Includes original theatrical film trailer - DOC/TV) $10
Mystery Science Theatre 3000: Manos, Hands of Fate (Often called the best, or worst, show of the entire series. Joel & the 'bots make fun of the film in their own hilarious way, as always. Includes "poopie" reel outtakes from all seasons. Low production - DOC/TV) $10
Michael Moore: The DVD Collection (4 DVD box set includes three of Moore documentary/films: "Bowling for Columbine", "The Big One", and "39 Cities in 23 Days". The bonuses are too extensive to list, but they go beyond what were found on the single versions of the first two films - DOC/TV) $14
Merlin (Above-average made for television production concerning the mythical magician, but with a fresh story that goes beyond the standard Camelot fable. Evil witch Mab has summoned Merlin to help keep the mystical ways alive, but when he falls in love with a mortal woman it puts her plan in jeopardy. Stars Sam Neill, Helena Bonham Carter, and a great performance by Martin Short. DVD includes a making-of featurette, and cast & crew info. Run time just over 3 hours - DOC/TV) $6
New Sideshow, The (The sideshow at carnivals has always been a place of freaks, and this collection of outcasts is little different. From around the world come those that either do terribly odd things or simply just look terribly odd. Narrated by Sebastian Bach, the DVD also includes photo gallery and a "Lucifer Live" trailer: adult version - DOC/TV) $8
Pryor, Richard: I Ain't Dead Yet, #*%$#@!! - Uncensored (The most famous excerpts from Pryor's standups of the 70's with additional footage/commentary by present comic greats such as Dave Chappelle, Jon Stewart, Denis Leary, Wanda Sykes, and many others. Includes over 30 minutes of additional footage with the previously mentioned comedians - DOC/TV) $10
Reno 911: The Complete First Season (The cops of Reno, Nevada are out looking to stop crime [shot in the style of "Cops"], but their ineptitude causes them to rarely thwart even the most ignorant of criminals. Terribly funny 2 disc box set includes audio commentaries y the cast /crew as well as alternate/deleted scenes - DOC/TV) $14
Rescue from Gillian's Island (The original cast [aside from Tina Louise] is rescued from the island, but is chased by mad/odd Russian scientists to get back a piece of their satellite that helped the castaways get rescued in the first place. REGION FREE - DOC/TV) $4
Space Age (Documentary hosted by Patrick Stewart that looks at satellites, Mars, the moon, and the galaxy in general. Extremely tough DVD running just under 4 hours - DOC/TV) $10
Stan Lee's Mutants, Monsters, & Marvels (2 seperate features based mostly on conversations between Marvel comic icon Stan Lee and comedic director Kevin Smith. The first features deals exclusively with Spider-Man, while the second covers Captain America, Fantastic Four, X-Men, Hulk, Daredevil, Silver Surfer, and more. DVD also includes behind-the-scenes featurette, story of the never released Fantastic Four movie, rare Stan Lee home movie footage, and more - DOC/TV) $10
Spellbound (2002 documentary that follows the lives of eight young Americans trying to win the National Spelling Bee. What would sound pretty boring, in truth, is quite an intense, compelling look at these youths and their families. DVD includes commentary track, bonus footage, interactive hangman game, trailers, Host Your Own Spelling Bee kit, and more. Low production - DOC/TV) $8 1 2
Seinfeld: Seasons 1 & 2 (4 DVD box set includes all 18 episodes from the first two seasons. bonuses are extensive and include how the series began with Jerry Seinfeld and Larry David, an "Inside Look", deleted scenes, two versions of the pilot episode, outtakes/bloopers, creator and cast commentaries, exclusive Seinfeld stand-up footage, and much more - DOC/TV) $25
Sopranos: The Complete Third Season (4 disc box set of the brilliant HBO special centering on Tony Soprano, the head of a mob family, and patricarch of his own family......both of which have their own issues and cause him enough grief to seek the help of a psychologist. Joe Pantaliano is featured in this season as a main thorn in Tony's side. Box set is laid within a copper foil box and includes various commentary tracks, behind-the-scenes featurettes, episodic recaps and previews, and more - DOC/TV) $50
Three's Company: Season One (The ABC network gave this new series a short season to prove themselves worthy of a slot on the air, and overnight they did just that. Jack, Chrissy, and Janet are romping about and usually mistakening some situation for something other than it is with titulating results. This Anchor Bay release also includes the original pilot episode. NEW and factory sealed - DOC/TV) $12
Ultimate Gretzky (2 disc set housed in a slip cover. This is 3 1/2 hours of footage on "The Great One" as well as interviews, specials, bloopers, commercials, career stats, and much more. The majority of the footage is film of his life before and throughout his NHL career. Interviewed persons include former teammates, John Davidson, Janet Jones, Greztky's father, Kiefer Sutherland, and many others. NEW and factory sealed - DOC/TV) - $14
V - The original miniseries (50 spaceships, each three miles long, hover above earth. The finally desend and offer friendship, though this quickly turns to interest of world domination. TV miniseries is over 3 hours long and comes with extras such as commentary, behind-the-scenes documentary, and various language tracks - DOC/TV) $4
Word (Underground rap documentary including Eminem, Melle Mel, Capone, and others. This features how they are many others within the industry came up within New York City - DOC/TV) $8
X-Files: pilot and initial episodes (This single DVD disc comes from the first season box set, but it includes the pilot and the initial episodes in the series "Deep Throat", "Squeeze", and "Conduit". This DVD is complete with case and chapter card, and cover art - DOC/TV) $4
Drama
Adaptation (Nicolas Cage stars as Charlie Kaufman, who actually did the screenplay for the film itself. He is a struggling screenwriter in Hollywood how feels the need to not betray quality, though his twin brother who is a hack in the business finds immediate success selling his trash. Charlie does stumble across a mysterious story between a famed orchid hunter and the journalist that is doing a story on him, and this leads him into trouble as well as revelations. DVD includes cast & crew filmographies, trailer, and is shown in Superbit format - D) $8
Ali (Will Smith plays Muhammed Ali in this biographical account of the boxer's life. Includes trailers and is shown in widescreen - D) $6
Big Fish (Billy Cruddup is a young man that has long ago tired of his the tall tales his father [Albert Finney] regales everyone with. We learn of the father's history in flashbacks as he was a young man [played by Ewan McGregor], but is everything he tells wild embelishment, or the real thing? Includes director Tim Burton's commentary, trivia quiz, short on the importance of fairy tales, a look at the world the main character lived in, and much much more. Wonderfully magical though very real in design - D) $6
Billy Elliot (11 year-old Billy stumbles into a dance class and is immediately in love with the life. He knows his working class family would never understand though, and this is especially so of his father. Includes featurette, DVD-ROM features, production notes, and more - D) $8
Castaway (Widely popular Tom Hanks film that finds him stranded on an island with nothing but his buddy, a volleyball. 2 disc version bonuses include director/crew commentary, Charlie Rose interview with Hanks, two featurettes, two documentaries, F/X vignettes, trailers & tv spots, and is shown in widescreen presentation - D) $8
Color Purple, The (Steven Spielberg immediate classic. Stars Whoopi Goldberg, Oprah Winfried, Danny Glover, and Rae Dawn Chong. Includes two trailers and is shown in widescreen - D) $10
Cost of Living (Riveting drama of Edie Falco as a loner trying to escape her past and just get by day by day. Unfortunately, several varied bad men are constantly hampering her life. Winner of various independant film awards, this is a true gem showcasing Tony Soprano's wife in her only major film role. Very low distribution, now OOP - D) $20
Casablanca (The definitive cliche film, this always ranks in the top 10 in film critic's best movies lists. Stars Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman, and Peter Lorre. Bonuses include 2 commentaries including one by Roger Ebert, an intro by Lauren Bacall, original AND reissued theatrical trailers, newly discovered outtakes and deleted scenes, "Carrotblanca" by Bugs Bunny and other WB characters, and still LOADS more! This is the 2 disc Warner Brothers version - D) $13
Casablanca (The definitive cliche film, this always ranks in the top 10 in film critic's best movies lists. Stars Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman, and Peter Lorre. Bonuses include 2 commentaries including one by Roger Ebert, an intro by Lauren Bacall, original AND reissued theatrical trailers, newly discovered outtakes and deleted scenes, "Carrotblanca" by Bugs Bunny and other WB characters, and still LOADS more! This is the 2 disc Warner Brothers version. NEW and factory sealed - D) $16 1 2
City by the Sea (Robert DeNiro is a policeman who's son (James Franco) is the chief suspect for murder. Their estranged relationship makes finding the truth much more difficult. DVD include commentary, trailer, film highlights, and more - D) $6
Camp (A cast of young hopeful outcasts hone their skills in drama camp. Sexy new guy Vlad is stealing the show and stealing hearts, and now the strive to become the best is paired with a desire for love and a longing to backstab others. DVD includes deleted/extended scenes, making-of featurette, live cast performance, and original theatrical trailer - D) $6
Catch Me If You Can (Dramatized real-life account of a young man )played by Leonardo DiCaprio) who in the 60's was running scams throughout the US, passing himself off as a pilot, a lawyer, and a doctor.....all the while making money he shouldn't AND being chased by an FBI agent (played by Tom Hanks). Directed by Steven Spielberg, this 2 disc set includes a featurette on the real main character, casting special, "The FBI Perspective", score featurette, and more. Widescreen presentation - D) $8 1 2
Cooler, The (William H. Macy is again the loveable loser, but this time to such a degree that whenever he gets near someone in Vegas who is on a hot streak, they immediately lose. He is under the employ of Alec Baldwin, a casino owner looking to protect his investments. When Macy finds love in Maria Bello, his luck changes, which makes tough-guy Baldwin very unhappy. DVD includes director and crew commentary, Sundance's "Anatomy of a Scene", storyboard comparisons, and more - D) $6
Dead Poet's Society (Robin Williams is a college prof. teaching his student more about life than could be found in a textbook - D) $8
Dirty Pretty Things (Audrey Tautou [Amelie] lives in London with her boyfriend, and both of which are working under the table as immigrants trying to eke out a better life. The system causes them to not only live below poverty, but also to compromise their ethics just to survive. A very gripping dramatic thriller. Low production - D) $10
Elephamt Man, The (This 1980 David Lynch film is based on a true story of a disfigured man who became a sideshow attraction in late 1800's England. His progressive deformity kept him from being accepted in society, even though his mind and character was elevated beyond the social elite he eventually lived among. DVD includes trailer, cast/crew interviews, photo gallery, & interview with the F/X artist - D) $10
End of the Affair (Julianne Moore is a married woman, but is in a loveless marriage. She meets Ralph Fiennes and falls in love, but soon after she leaves without a trace. Two years Fiennes, by fate, finds Moore again only to fall in love once more, but this time with different consequences. Set in war-torn 1939 England, this movie garnered several notable nominations and awards. Low distribution and OOP - D) $10
English Patient, The (Winner of 9 Oscar including Best Picture from '96. During WWII Ralph Fiennes is rescued from a plane crash and cared for by American Allies unaware of his dangerous secrets. Stars Kristin Scott Thomas, Willem DaFoe, & Juliette Binoche - D) $12
Evelyn (A true story by the director of "Driving Miss Daisy" of a man who does all he can to win back his children from the unforgiving legal system in Ireland. Stars Pierce Brosnan, Julianna Margulies, Stephen Rea, and Aidan Quinn. DVD includes two commentaries, story behind the story featurette, photo gallery, trailer, and more. NEW and factory sealed - D) $6
Far From Heaven (Julianne Moore and Dennis Quaid star in this Todd Haynes film of a couple living the seemingly perfect married life, until seduction wanders into Moore's world. Garnered 4 AA nominations in 2003. DVD includes anatomy of a scene, making-of featurette, director commentary, and featurette with long-time film team of Moore and Haynes - D) $6
Fight Club (Ed Norton Jr. and Brad Pitt in an instant classic. Norton is a repressed office worker who's life is upended by Brad Pitt, a man that does as he pleases. The two slowly form an alliance to create anarchy within society. This is the single disc version that includes three commentary tracks, including that of Pitt, Norton Jr., and director David Fincher - D) $10
Fighting Temptations, The (Cuba Gooding Jr. is a slick-talking hustler who flees NYC for an inheritence back home in Georgia from his deceased aunt. To do so though he must fulfill her dying wish that he form a local church choir. He finds this difficult until meeting Lily [Beyonce Knowles], but her interests are solely on singing while his is of a more devious nature. DVD includes eight extended music numbers, seven extended scenes, trailer, and is shown in fullscreen - D) $8
Godfather, The (The first film of the trilogy, and the most important film to the majority of those that love the series. Brando is the aged Godfather who is wanting to legitimize the family business, but a contract on his life leaves him out of commission and his youngest son [Al Pacino] is the unlikely and unwanted one to step up and set matters straight. Despite the violence of this film, it is one of the most compelling and dramatic movies ever made. DVD includes commentary by director Coppola and is shown in widescreen format - D) $12 1 2
Grey Zone (Dramatized from the real-life account of the only armed revolt by Jews in the death camps at Auschwitz during WWII. Incredible cast Steve Buscemi, Harvey Keitel, Mira Sorvino, David Arquette, etc. DVD includes trailer, cast commentary, deleted scenes, and more - D) $8
Ghost World (Comedic drama of two high school girls graduating and their summer before going into the "real world". Responsibilties and changes are coming, yet Thora Birch is not ready to tackle them while Scarlett Johansson is, which in turn impacts their freindship. Dark comedy is helped along with a large helping of Steve Buscemi. DVD includes deleted and alternate scenes, making-of featurette, trailer, and Gumnaan video from "Jaan Pehechaan Ho" video of 1963 - D) $8
Giant (2 disc set of the sprawling classic from 1956 starring James Dean [in his final role as he died before the film's release], Gregory Peck, Elizabeth Taylor. Peck is an oil barren destined for greateness, while young apprentice Dean comes up fast within the same industry but without the sense of appreciation. All the while the three are mired in family strife, racial bigotry, and big business issues. DVD includes commentary track, documentary on the director George Stevens, documentary on the film itself recounting memories from the film's cast and crew, New York premiere TV featurette, behind the camera segments, original and reissue theatrical trailers, production notes and stills, and more - D) $16
Glengarry Glenross (Dramatic tour-de-force performances come from all actors in this theatrical play-style film of cutthroat business men trying to make sales just to stay employeed. All-star cast includes Kevin Spacey, Al Pacino, Ed Harris, Jack Lemmon, Alec Baldwin, and Alan Arkin. 2 disc set conains loads of extras - D) $8
Great Santini, The (Based on an autobiographical bestseller, this is the story of one of the most skilled fighter pilots ever who finds once the war is over that family life is something he can not contend with - D ) $6
Hours, The (Highly lauded film from '02 starring three women (Meryl Streep, Julianne Moore, and Nicole Kidman [who won an Academy Award for this performance]) from different periods of the last 100 years. Bonuses include commentary from the three actresses, 4 featurettes, trailer, and more. Widescreen version. NEW and factory sealed - D) $8
Hard Eight (Philip Baker Hall is a professional gambler who has stepped away from the table but wants to find a protege. Unlucky John C. Reilly fits the bill, and he becomes the hot hand in Vegas. Having learned that all distractions must be put aside gives way to falling in love with hooker Gwyneth Paltrow. To complicate matters, Samuel L. Jackson is a slick pro in town looking to step on some toes if Hall does not meet his demands. DVD includes trailers, deleted scene, two filmmaker's commentaries, & choice of full or widescreen presentation - D) $10
Inferno (Ray Liotta wakes in the middle of the desert with amnesia. He finds the lovely Gloria Reuben who agrees to help him uncover his past, which yields the realization of a missing large sum of money. Soon after he finds others are after the money as well as his life - D) $4
Jasper, Texas (Based on a true story, Jon Voight and Louis Gossett Jr. star in leads of a black man who was dragged to death and left to the side of the road. These two men are dispatched as law to lead the investigation and bring the killers to justice. DVD includes interviews with the stars and crew, filmographies, behind-the-scenes featurette, and bonus trailers - D) $6
JFK (2 disc version of the Oliver Stone biopic over the assassination of Kennedy. Not meant to be a documentary but instead one man's take on the situation, it is not only an engaging film but also one comprised of endless film styles that create an entrancing tapestry. Stars Kevin Costner, Kevin Bacon, John Candy, Tommy Lee Jones, Joe Pesci, Donald Sutherland, Gary Oldman, Sissy Spacek, and many more. DVD includes commentary by Stone, "Beyond JFK: The Question of Conspiracy" documentary, deleted/extended scenes, trailer, and more. NEW and factory sealed - D) $16
Jackie Brown (Tarantino's third film is more character driven than action, with Pam Grier in the lead role trying to get a stolen 1/2 million in cash. Problem is, so is Samuel L. Jackson, Robert DeNiro, Michael Keaton, and a few others. DVD includes QT introduction, film documentary, "Chicks with Guns" video, Siskel & Ebert "At The Movies" review, Jackie Brown on MTV, Pam Grier movie trailers, galleries, filmographies, DVD-ROM features, and much much more. NEW and factory sealed - D) $12
Jerry Maguire (Winning film of Tom Cruise as a sports agent who is low on ethics but high on ambition who soon finds himself without a job but in love with a single mother [Renee Zellweger]. Also stars Cuba "Show Me the Money" Gooding Jr. This is the 2 disc special edition housed on a tri-fold and set inside a slip cover. Extras include both video and audio commentaries by Director Cameron Crowe, Zellweger, Cruise, & Gooding Jr., deleted scenes, rehearsal footage, Bruce Springsteen music video, filmographies, making-of featurette, trailers, photo gallery, and more - D) $10
Leo (A class assignment has a troubled but bright young man writing to a convict in prison. Each finds solace in one another, fulfilling things missing in their lives otherwise. The convict is soon after released, and then complications arrive for his penpal as well as those in his life. Stars Joseph Fiennes, Elisabeth Shue, and Dennis Hopper. DVD includes trailers, behind-the-scenes featurette, & cast interviews - D) $6
Magnolia (A few days in the lives of nine different people who unknowningly share common threads by way of coincidence, chance, shared media, past history, human action, and divine intervention. Comedic-drama stars Tom Cruise, Philip Baker Hall, Philip Seymour Hoffman, William H. Macy, Alfred Molina, Julianne Moore, and John C. Reiley. This is a 2 DVD set housed on a tri-fold case inside a slip cover with bonuses including deleted scenes, Aimee Mann "Save Me" video, feature length making-of documentary, tv spots, and more - D) $13
Masked and Anonymous (Darkly humorous musical tale stars Bob Dylan is an escaped convict who, with the aide of his manager, puts together a benefit concert. Film also stars John Goodman, Penelope Cruz, Jeff Bridges, Luke Wilson, Christian Slater, Ed Harris, and Angela Bassett. DVD includes commentary, deleted scenes, making-of featurette, and trailers - D) $6
Man Who Wasn't There, The (Billy Bob Thorton is a hapless barber who unwittingly murders his wife's boss and secret lover. Starring Frances McDormand and James Gandolfini, this Coen brother's entry is film noir set in 1949 California. Includes the only Coen brothers commentary to date, as well as other extras - D) $8
Mean Streets (Semi-autobiographical tale from Martin Scorsese from '73 that stars Robert DeNiro and Harvey Kietel. Kietel is trying to work his way up the ranks in the mob, while his cousin DeNiro is featured in a star-making role as the weight that keeps Kietel from earning proper respect. DVD includes director commentary, vintage featurette, and original trailer - D) $10
Moll Flanders (Set in 18th century England, a headstrong young woman finds herself in dire straits. She must use her beauty simply to survive, though has greater adversities ahead which will call on her character. Includes original theatrical trailer - D) $4
Northfork (From the creators of "Twin Falls Idaho" comes this haunting tale starring Darryl Hannah, James Woods, and Nick Nolte. The year is 1955 and a small town is about to be flooded by the installation of a new hydroelectric dam. Most of the residents have left, but a few stalwart religious zealots stay behind, only to be roused by mysterious men with a hidden agenda. DVD includes director/writer commentary, making-of featurette, trailer, photo gallery, and more. Low production - D) $10
Pianist (The real-life story of a celebrated composer and pianist who survived the horrors of the Warsaw Ghetto during WWII mainly due to his talents. This is the 2 disc imported Canadian version, though is region 1 and will play on all US players. Tri-fold disc housing is inserted in a slipcover, and bonuses include "Story of Survival" featurette, director's notes by Polanski, Q&A with Polanski, a historical background on the Warsaw Ghetto, biography of the lead character, production notes, CD soundtrack, tv spots and trailers, poster and photo galleries, filmographies, and much more. Low production - D) $18
Player, The (Tim Robbins is a movie studio exec who get anonymous death threats, and the strain causes him to lash out and kill the man seemingly behind it. But, was it really him? Now his paranoia and conscience are nagging him, and the police start sniffing about. Highly touted film with ensemble cast including Whoopi Goldberg, Lyle Lovitt, Great Scacchi, Fred Ward, Peter Gallagher, and more. DVD includes commentary by director Altman, five deleted scenes, trailer, director featurette, and is shown in widescreen - D) $10
Pulp Fiction (Ground-breaking, trend-setting film by Quentin Tarantino that spawned countless immitators and introduced a new feel for movie creation in '94. The story of two hit men, the mob boss' wife, and a washed up boxer, and the people that come into their lives and cause pathes to cross. 2 disc set SO loaded down with extras, it's heavier than other 2 DVD sets. No, really! Includes deleted scenes, documentary, interviews from the Indie Spiriti Awards, filmographies, tv spots, interview with QT ON "The Charlie Rose Show", Siskel & Ebert special on the "Tarantino Generation", and a GREAT synchronized trivia track giving incite to this film in subtitles as it plays. There are more bonuses and DVD-ROM features, but haven't you already seen enough to want this? Comes in a tri-fold out package housed within a slip cover - D) $14
Pulp Fiction (Canadian version, very tough to find. Includes trailers from 5 different countries, deleted scenes with commentary by Tarantino. Cover itself is different from the US version and is reversable with "Pulp Fiction" in French on the opposite side. Includes bonuses not found on the single disc American version - D) $15
Romeo + Juliet (Baz Luhrmann's updating of the Shakespeare classic, not only set in the present but also with surrealistic panache. Panned at the box office but well received by critics, the movie stars Leonardo DiCaprio in the lead role, with Juliet being played by Claire Danes. DVD includes director commentary, cast & crew interviews, three galleries, two music videos, and more - D) $8
Romper Stomper (Russell Crowe. Australian skinhead film that brought Crowe to international attention. 2 disc set, this is the OOP Fox version. Bonuses include director commentary, skinheads documentary, making-of featurette, interviews w/director and Russell Crowe, stills gallery, cast bios, and breath-taking animated menus - D) $20
Save the Last Dance (Julia Stiles is an aspiring ballerina who's mother suddenly dies, so she is forced to live with her estranged father in Chicago's South Side. She finds a shared love of dance with Sean Patrick Thomas, as well as romantic interest with him. This of course causes problems for everyone around them who would rather not see these two different youths in love with each other. DVD includes trailer, cast/crew interviews, making-of featurette, deleted scenes, music video, director commentary, and more - D) $6
Straw Dogs (Dustin Hoffman stars as a nebbish new to an English rural home. The locals do not take kind to him, and tensions mount to where he has to defend himself and his home. Violence from Sam Peckinpah make this a notable film from the 70's, so much so it was banned in the U.K. at the time for portrayal of the locals. Anchor Bay version - D) $10
Starman (Jeff Bridges plays the part of an alien that crash lands on Earth and takes the form of Karen Allen's dead husband. He must be taken across the country within three days to be picked up by his people or he will die. Along the way he learns what it is to love as a man, and she is reminded of what it is to live. Of course, the government is hot on their trail to bring him in, and the race is now on. DVD includes trailers and choice of wide or fullscreen formats - D) $8
Serpico (Al Pacino stars as the real life New York policeman from the early 70's who attempts to me ethical with his job only to be ridiculed and mistreated by his fellow policeman. DVD includes Reel to Reel featurette, photo gallery, trailer, "Inside Serpico", and more - D) $8
Sexy Beast (Intense drama of an English mobster that has left the game and retired to America. His former family comes looking for him to do one last job, and if he doesn't it will cost him his life. Stars a very frightening Ben Kinglsey. DVD includes commentary, featurette, trailers, and is shown in widescreen - D) $8
Scarlet Street (Edward G. Robinson is a middle-aged bank cashier who is trapped in a loveless marriage. He falls in love with a sexy hustler, not knowing she is a woman of the evening. She and her pimp-boyfriend scheme to relieve Robinson of money, though he has none. A strong but unknown film directed by one of the all-time greats, Fritz Lang - D) $6
Swimming with Sharks (Kevin Spacey tour-du-force performance as a studio head that reigns with terror, and Frank Whaley is his assistant that bows to his every over-the-top command......until he snaps. When it is time to deliver payback, Spacey is no longer the iron fisted boss he once was, but is it too late for apologies? DVD includes trailer and cast info. Low distribution - D) $8
Sleepers (Four youths are mercilessly punished within a Boy's School by sadistic guards. 15 years later opprotunity allows for revenge. Stars Robert DeNiro, Kevin Bacon, Dustin Hoffman, Jason Patric, and Brad Pitt - D) $8
St. Patrick's Day (The traditional Irish holiday as seen there in Ireland, replete with cousins being romantically involved if not getting divorced, same sex relations, and of course, heavy drinking. The matriarch of the film won't allow of drop of drink in the house, which of course gives rise to comedy. Stars Piper Laurie and Vitamin C - D) $10
Thelma & Louise (Geena Davis and Susan Saradon are women who chose to not fit into the mold of "housewife" and go on a devil-may-care rampage through the south. Film stars Brad Pitt in his debut role. Extras include alternate ending, director commentary, trailer, 8-page booklet with trivia, production notes, and more. MGM OOP version - D) $8
Traffic (Ensemble cast of Michael Douglas, Benecio del Toro, Don Cheadle, Catherine Zeta-Jones, and Dennis Quaid concerning the drug cartel in Tijuana and it's moving across the borders through San Diego [where a lot of the film was shot]. Winner of four AAs. Includes trailers, tv spots, behind-the-scenes featurette, photo gallery, & more - D) $8
Wonderland (2 disc set that chronicals the life of famous 70's porn star John Holmes, and most specifically the incident surrounding the grizzly murder of a quadruple homicide on July 1st, 1981. This DVD includes extensive bonuses including commentary by the director and Captain Mauzner who worked the case, deleted scenes, crime scene footage, Hoolywood At Large-Court TV, autopsy report, complete John Holmes documentary from 1998 "Wadd", and more - D) $8
Foreign
(not a true genre, but includes all films with original spoken language not being english. All will be dubbed and/or have english subtitles. Like anime, most DVDs in this section are priced higher due to lower production totals/lack of finding them used)
Amelie (French film sensation starring Audrey Tautou as a woman lacking the confidence to pursue the man she admires. The movie is filled with stunning visuals and playful F/X, though it is a love story at it's core. Considered to be one of the ton 10 most charming films ever made. This two-disc box set includes "Look of Amelie" and fantasies of Audrey Tautou featurettes, Q&A sessions with director Jenuet as well as he and the cast, actor auditions, Amelie scrapbook, and much more. In French with optional English subtitles and/or dubbing - F) $8 1 2
Executioners (The sequel to the kung-fu classic "The Heroic Trio", finds Michelle Yeoh, Anita Mui, and Maggie Cheung again looking to find evil, this time being the Black Knight, who is looking to overthrow the ruling powers. REGION 0, plays on all DVD players - F) $6
Faithless (An older man is looking to write, but needs the help of his muse Marianne to discuss his ideas. As they progress he finds her becoming the lead character in his mind's eye, which causes complication as she is happily married. Swedish with English subtitles - F) $12
God is Great...and I'm Not (Audrey Tautou of "Amelie" fame is a young woman looking for both love and religious enlightnment. She seems to eventually find both in a young Jewish man, though once she has founbd what she was looking for it becomes not what she had envisioned. DVD includes production notes, photo gallery, and trailer. French with English subtitles - F) $14
He Loves Me, He Loves Me Not (Audrey Tautou from "Amelie" stars in this surprising drama of a young woman obsessed with the man she has fallen in love with. All is not what it seems and the brilliant script allows us two very different stories. DVD includes bonus trailers from Columbia/Tri-Star. Very low production run - F) $16
Happenstance (Romantic comedy from 2000 that give attention to how every little thing in a person's life can have impact on themselves as well as those they do not even know. Stars Audrey Tautou of "Amelie" fame a year before that film's release. Includes original theatrical trailer and French language track with optional English subtitles. Low production - F) $16
Indian Tomb (Fritz Lang's triumphant return to the screen, directing his first film in 20 years after Hollywood exile. This film from '59 is in German, but also allows for English dubbed track. Includes rare posters and stills. Rare item - F) $20
Irma Vep (Hong Kong marital arts superstar Maggie Cheung plays herself in this french film within a film. The director feels he needs Cheungs talents for the role of the leader of a band of jewel theives, though she does not speak a word of the language. This leads to confusion and stress, and complications for the film itself [all the while lampooning the industry it is a part of]. DVD includes filmographies, trailer, and production credits. French w/English subtitles - F) $10
Monsoon Wedding (Often referred to as an Indian "My Big Fat Greek Wedding", it actually has a bit less comedy but a lot more emotion. From Mira Nair, director of "Salaam Bombay", "Mississippi Masala", and "Kama Sutra" - F) $10
Mondays in the Sun (A group of six men drift through life unemployeed and existing only through comeradeire and hope. Stars Javier Bardem, this is in Spanish w/English subtitles - F) $10
Returner (Japanese live action sci-fi/thriller borrows material from E.T., Terminator, Matrix, Independence Day, and Men in Black to make an incredible movie of a lone fighter that must overcome an alien invasion from destroying the world in the year 2084. Choice of either English dubbing or subtitling. Low production - F) $10
Seven Samurai (The definitive "team" action film, this is the movie that started it all for adventure in cinema in many people's mind. Rated the 6th best film of all-time on the imdb.com and often called the best foreign film ever made, this is Kurosawa's masterpiece of a band of unemployeed samurais fighting for next to nothing for villagers that are marauded by bandits. A story of redemption and self-worth as much as one of action. This is the Criterion Collection film that has had both sound and picture remastered to the original glory of it's first screening in 1954. Includes audio commentary by Japanese film expert Michael Jeck and original theatrical trailer. MSRP $39.99 - F) $25
Talk to Her (Pedro Almodovar's most recent offering of various lives who interact in pairs, and how each of their interactions affect those they know. Spanish is the spoken language but offers english subtitling. Bonuses include director commentary, different film trailers, and is shown in widescreen presentation - F) $10
Terrorist, The (A week in the life of a 19 year-old girl who has been raised in the terrorist camps of Indian, and who is chosen among her peers to sacrifice her life and take down the Prime Minister in the process. She has know nothing but hate all of her life, but the necessary stay with an adle-brained neighbor causes her to stop and consider the value of life for the first time. This film is brilliant for it's tory and cinematography which centers in the lush jungles of India, areas rarely if even seen on film. DVD includes filmographies, trailers, web links, and English subtitling option - F) $14
Versus (Highly acclaimed film from Japan of a prisoner that escapes into a forest only to find a mysterious and seemingly evil foe that can not be killed. The escapee eventually though questions whether or not he is indeed the personification of good, or if he himself is the essence of darkness. 2 disc set includes audio commentaries, featurette, making-of documentary, "Nervous": a mini-movie side story, trailers, and more. Low production. MSRP $34.95 - F) $10
Winter Sleepers (First film by "Run Lola Run director Tom Tykwer. Thriller set about a tragic car accident and four young persons with nothing to do with one another, until Theo enters the picture. Paths cross and lives are forever changed. DVD includes filmographies, trailer, and English subtitle option. Spoken language is German. Low production - F) $18
Horror
American Werewolf in London (Ground-breaking horror film from '81 that is so noted for it's special F/X, but also for the refreshing blend of humor and surrealism. Two young men are on a trek through the Welsh moors of the UK, and it is not long before one is killed and the other left for dead by a mysterious beast. The survivor gains health but hallucinates over his dead friend, as well as needing to deal with some bewildering transformations. DVD includes original making-of featurette, commentary track by the two lead actors, interview with director John Landis, outtakes, storyboards, production notes, close-up on the F/X, and more - H) $10
Dawn of the Dead (Horror-master George Romero's classic from 1979 finds four human survivors trapped in a shopping mall and defending themselves from hordes of zombies. This is the recently released Digimax version from Anchor Bay that includes commentary by Romero and make-up master Tom Savani, trailers and tv spots, poster and advertising gallery, radio spots, Romero bio, and more - H) $10
Dawn of the Dead (Horror-master George Romero's classic from 1979 finds four human survivors trapped in a shopping mall and defending themselves from hordes of zombies. This is the 1999 Anchor Bay that includes trailer, alternate scenes from the European cut of the film, Monroeville Mall commercial spot, and is shown in widescreen presentation - H) $8
Nightmare on Elm Street (The first of the Wes Craven films in the hugely popular series, from 1984. Robert Englund is Freddy, the bad guy with finger/blades of steel looking to get you if you fall asleep. First film role for Johnny Depp. DVD has both wide and fullscreen versions, commentary track, trailer, and DVD-ROM features - H) $10
Poltergeist ("They're here!". One of the most recognizable lines from a definitive horror/thriller by Steven Spielberg and George Lucas. A family moves into a new house in a pleasant neighborhood, only to find before long that their are otherworldly forces wanting them to leave. DVD has choice of pan & scan or widescreen formats, and include the original theatrical trailer - H) $8
Music / Musicals
Chicago (AA Best Picture winner of 2002. This musical stars Catherine Zeta-Jones, and Renee Zellweger as Femme Fatales, both of which grave media attention. Their attorney Richard Gere is equally fond of the press, and uses each for his ambitions as well, all the while justice and truth are left on the back burner. DVD includes deleted musical number, behind-the-scenes, special, director and screenwriter commentary, and is shown in widescreen - M) $8
Circuit (Music DVD that features the Roots, Sebadoh, Wilco, SLC Punk, Rufus Wainwright, Silver Apples, DJ Spooky, and more - M) $4
My Fair Lady (Winner of 8 Oscars in '64 including Best Picture. Audrey Hepburn is a street urchin turned into a proper lady on the whim of those looking to entertain themselves. Bonuses include commentary track, documentary of the film, altenate recordings of two songs Hepburn sang, vintage featurettes and archival footage, comments from those involved in the project, trailers from this and other Lerner/Loewe musicals, and more. This is the 2 disc set version with fold-out tri-case and slipcover. NEW and factory sealed - M) $14
Madonna: Music (DVD single that includes two different versions of the song. Stars cult figure Ali G. - M) $4
Madonna: What It Feels Like For a Girl (DVD single of the video controversial enough to only be played on MTV once. Filmed by her husband Guy Ritchie, Madonna causes general chaos, abuse, and theft about town all the while with a senior citizen in the front seat of her Camaro. By the end, the two are, well....that would be giving it away, nevermind - M) $4
Metallica: S&M (2 disc factory sealed box set, this is the rock group's collaboration with the San Francisco Symphony. 2 1/2 hour concert, a 41 minute documentary, and many other bonuses - M) $20
Stop Making Sense (This is David Byrne/Talking Heads critically acclaimed concert as directeded by Jonathan Demme [Silence of the Lambs]. Includes bonus tracks, commentary, and David Byrne interviewing himself - M) $15
They Might Be Giants: Direct From Brooklyn (Not a concert video but instead a compliation of 12 of their videos. Many many extras including two WB Tiny Toons cartoons that were set to their music - M) $12
Science Fiction (includes fantasy or adventure)
12 Monkeys (Bruce Willis, Brad Pitt star in a Terry Gilliam sci-fi thriller. Widescreen Collector's Edition with 8 page booklet and worthwhile extras. Now OOP - S) $10
2001: A Space Odyssey (Brilliant Stanley Kubrick film that redefined sci-fi. Man is pushing the boundaries of technological advances, but who really is in control? Features include newly remastered sound and picture, as well as the original theatrical trailer - S) $12
Alien: 2 disc set (The original horror/sci-fi film finds the travelers of a spaceship assaulted by an unwelcomed alien. DVDs include both the theatrical version and director's cut of the film, commentary track by director Ridley Scott, actors Sigourney Weaver, Tom Skerritt, John Hurt, and others, behind-the-scenes featurettes, deleted and extended scenes, still photo galleries, and more - S) $12
Aliens 3 (David Fincher directs this unfairly maligned third film of Ripley being stuck on an all-male penal colonized planet. DVD is shown in widescreen format and includes a making-of featurette - S) $8
Beneath the Planet of the Apes (The second in the "Apes" films finds another astronaut crashing through time looking for his commadre Charlton Heston. The mission leads to a subterranean city filled with mutant humans who plan on destroying the world. A commentary on our own world as well as exciting sci-fi adventure. Low production run - S) $6
Battlestar Galactica (From the popular 70's tv series comes this 1978 film that finds the humans ready to create a treaty with the evil Cylons. On the eve of that happening, the Cylons launch a surprise attack, and Battlestar Galactica must come to the rescue. DVD includes production notes, cast/crew bios, behind-the-scenes look at the new mini-series, and more. NEW and factory sealed - S) $10
Dracula - The Legacy Continues (2 disc set set inside a die-cut slipcover. These are the original Universal Studio films from 1931 on, including the original, "Dracula's Daughter", "Son of Dracula", and "House of Dracula". Films star Bela Legosi and Lon Chaney. DVDs include a look at how the film inspired "Van Helsing", Philip Glass/Kronos Quartet alternate audio track, documentary of the original film, original poster and photo gallery, trailers for all four films, and more. NEW and factory sealed - S) $16
Frankenstein - The Legacy Continues (2 disc set set inside a die-cut slipcover. These are the original Universal Studio films from 1931 on, including the original, "Bride of Frankenstein", "Son of Frankenstein", and "House of Frankenstein". Films star Bela Legosi, Boris Karloff, and Lon Chaney. DVD includes a look at how the film inspired "Van Helsing", commentary tracks on two of the films, "She's Alive" documentary on "Bride of Frankenstein", "Boo" - a short film, trailers to the Frankenstein films from 1931, 1938, 1951, posters and photo gallery, and more. NEW and factory sealed - S) $16
Frankenstein - The Legacy Continues (2 disc set in a hard "book" style case [though no slip cover]. These are the original Universal Studio films from 1931 on, including the original, "Bride of Frankenstein", "Son of Frankenstein", and "House of Frankenstein". Films star Bela Legosi, Boris Karloff, and Lon Chaney. DVD includes a look at how the film inspired "Van Helsing", commentary tracks on two of the films, "She's Alive" documentary on "Bride of Frankenstein", "Boo" - a short film, trailers to the Frankenstein films from 1931, 1938, 1951, posters and photo gallery, and more - S) $10
Fifth Element (Bruce Willis becomes the unwilling guardian to the greatest power in the universe, and earth's only chance for survival. Also stars Milla Jocovich, Gary Oldman, and Chris Tucker. Choice of wide or fullscreen - S) $8
Invisible Man, The (Original 1933 Universal classic about a mysterious doctor who makes a serum that can turn him invisible, but slowly also turns him mad. Ground-breaking F/X for the time are employeed in this film. DVD includes commentary track, production photos, cast/crew bios, production notes, and featurette on how the F/X worked - S) $8
Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Rings (2 disc fullscreen edition, has many extras, first film in the trilogy. Life is peaceful in Middle Earth, until The Ring changes hands and the dark forces seek it out to rule the world. Our hero Frodo is commissioned to carry The Ring across the land to be destroyed, and his allies must do all they can do ensure a safe journey. Bonuses include various featurettes, preview of The Two Towers, trailers/tv spots, Enya music video, and more - S) $8
Lost in Space (In the year 2058 the Earth's resources are almost completely diminshed, and the Robinson family is dispatched to the only other inhabitable planet in the galaxy as hope to save humanity. A stowaway threatens the mission though and now more than just one obstacle needs to be overcome. DVD includes deleted scenes, two commentary tracks, two featurettes, special on the tv series as well as interviews with the originl cast, music video, trailer, production design, biographies and filmographies, and more. Stars William Hurt, Matt LeBlanc, Gary Oldman, Mimi Rogers, and Heather Graham. Shown in widescreen presentation - S) $4
Matrix, The (The definitive sci-fi/action film starring Keanu Reeves as Neo, the computer hack who all of a sudden is wanted by the underground legend Morpheus as well as his rivals, the agents. Neo's mission is to stop the powers that are blinding and oppressing all of humankind, even though they are unaware of it. The DVD includes behind-the-scenes documentaries, cast/crew commentary, pop-up extras that take you into specials while the film is playing, filmographies, and more - S) $8
Minority Report (It's the near future and murders are a thing of the past due to a system allowing the police to identify such would-be criminals before they strike. Tom Cruise has helped create this system, but it has just identified him as a suspect. 36 hours stand between him clearing his name or being erradicated. 2 disc set includes extensive behind-the scenes looks at the techonology to bring this incredible sci-fi to film - S) $8
Men in Black (Film finding Tommy Lee Jones and new recruit Will Smith as alien world security agents. Collector's Series DVD includes commentary, featurette, music video, trailers, and more - S) $8
Men in Black: Exclusive Limited Edition (2 DVD box set. Film finding Tommy Lee Jones and new recruit Will Smith as alien world security agents. This set includes both wide and fullscreen presentations, technical audio commentary, 3 scene editing/interactive workshops, exclusive featurettes on conceptual art and various angles on fight scenes, extended/alternate scenes, documentary, music video, trailers, talent files, and much more - S) $14
Men in Black II (Will Smith and Tommy Lee Jones are back again to fight the scum of the universe. This two disc set is in widescreen format and includes director commentary, alien broadcast, alien esoterica, Serleena Animatica, featurettes on the aliens in the movie, Will Smith music video, filmographies, director Sonnenfeld's intergalatic guide to comedy, and more - S) $8
Planet of the Apes (Charlton Heston stars in this 1968 release as an astronaut that crashes on a distant planet only to find that it is ruled by apes who use humans for experimentation and sport. This was the first in the series of five films. DVD includes photo gallery, trailers, and is shown in widescreen presentation - S) $8
Radar Men from the Moon (12 serials from 1959 starring George Wallace as Commando Cody who is determined to find out who is behind the mysterious string of atomic explosions that have devastated America's military installions. Shown in B&W with a run time of 159 minutes - S) $8
Robocop (This is the MGM version of the popular sci-fi starring Peter Weller as a cop in the near future who is gunned down in the line of duty. To save his life he is made a cyborg, who in turn returns to the force to uphold the law AND exact justice on those that mortally wounded him. Includes original theatrical trailer. Widescreen edition - S) $8
Solaris (George Clooney stars in this Steven Sodenbergh reworking of the Russian sci-fi classic. Clooney is sent to a remote space station to find out why it's inhabitants have gone missing. He finds a few survivors, and those there speak of an unnamed madness that threatens anyone aboard the ship. DVD includes commentary track, HOB making-of special, featurette, original screenplay, and trailers/teasers - S) $6
Starship Troopers (Great fun and excitement in this overlooked gem from '97. Casper van Diem, Denise Richards, and others are trying to save the world from being overrun by giant alien bugs. Bonuses include commentary, trailer, documentary, behind-the-scenes footage, additional scenes, and more - S) $8
Star Wars: Attack of the Clones (2 disc set, second in the recent series starring Natalie Portman, Ewan McGregor, and Samuel L. Jackson. DVD includes commentary, deleted scenes, 2 documentaries, 3 featurettes, music video, trailers and tv spots, photo gallery, and much more. Fullscreen edition - S) $8
Star Wars: Attack of the Clones (2 disc set, second in the recent series starring Natalie Portman, Ewan McGregor, and Samuel L. Jackson. DVD includes commentary, deleted scenes, 2 documentaries, 3 featurettes, music video, trailers and tv spots, photo gallery, and much more. Widescreen edition. NEW & factory sealed - S) $10
THX 1138 (Visionary first film directed by George Lucas stars Robert Duvall as a man who's mind and body are controlled by the government. This recently release 2 disc set is housed on a tri-fold out and inside a slipcover. Bonuses include commentary track, featurette on the now famous "THX" isolated music and sound effects, 2 documentaries, vintage production featurette "Bald", original and re-released trailers, and "Electronic Labyrinth THX 1138 4EB" Lucas' original student film from which this was based - S) $12
They Live (Cult classic sci-fi starring WWF legend Rowdy Roddy Piper [with surprising acting skills] as a man that uncovers the truth that aliens have taken over the government and are forcing us to consume and follow without question. He is then on a mission to uncover their secret, and possibly even with an underground group looking to do the same, but can he trust them? Yet another fantastic film by John Carpenter - S) $10
Terminator 3 (2 disc set featuring the time-traveling robot who again must battle an even more deadlier model sent from the future. DVD bonuses include 2 commentary tracks, movie and video game trailers, intro by "Arnold", HBO First Look making-of documentary, gag reel, T3 visual F/X build-your-own lab, Terminator timeline, database of weapons and personal dossiers, and more - S) $8
Unbreakable (Bruce Willis and Samuel L. Jackson play opposing men with slighty superhuman powers, one bewildered by what he has and the other looking to punish mankind. M. Night Shyamalan's [Sixth Sense] second film. This 2 DVD set comes housed in a slipcover and has a featurette, Comic Book and Superheroes documentaries, 7 deleted scenes, and more - S) $8
Warlock (Boston, 1661 finds the gallows waiting for the warlock [Julian Sands], who escapes through time 300 years to the future. He is pursued by his nemesis who finds tracking him not too easy, much less trying to reign in the terror the Warlock is looking to unleash in modern-day Boston. DVD includes trailer and cast/crew bios - S) $6
Willow (Val Kilmer in the beloved fantasy/adventure. THX digitally remastered Special Edition includes commentary track, FX featurette, making-of featurette, trailers & teasers, stills gallery, tv spots, and more - S) $12
Thriller (mystery / suspense)
Assassination Tango (Directed, written, and starring Robert Duvall, comes a tale of a hitman who travels to Buenos Aires for a dangerous mission, only to be delayed and then seduced by the intoxicating tango clubs and in particular, a certain sultry dancer. DVD includes director commentary, deleted scenes, alternate ending, behind-the-scene photo gallery, and more - T) $6
Blow Out (Brian De Palma classic from 1981 starring John Travolta as an audio technician who makes a living recording unique sounds for horror films. He accidently records an automobile crash that kills a presidential candidate, and quickly finds that some would want that recording at whatever the cost. DVD includes original theatrical trailer and is shown in widescreen presentation - T) $8
Cape Fear (original w/Gregory Peck and Robert Mitchum are opposite ends of the law in this 1961 classic thriller. Mitchum is freshly released from jail, having went there many years before by small-town lawyer Peck. Mitchum is now doing everything short of breaking the law by stalking Peck and his family, and it is only a matter of time before this game of cat-and-mouse spirals out of control. DVD includes a making-of featurette, production photos, trailer, production notes, cast/crew bios, and DVD-ROM features - T) $8
End of Days (Arnold the Governor is assigned to security, alongside Kevin Pollock, for a foreboding stranger in Gabriel Byrne. As peril follows his protectant, a woman surfaces who seems a key to the increasingly and ultimately otherworldly problems that manifest. DVD includes spotlight on location, director commentary, F/X featurette, trailer, and more - T) $6
Gosford Park ('01 Robert Altman film [and Academy Award winner for Best Screenplay] mystery/thriller sat in 1930's England explores a character's death while also showing class distinctions between the rich and those they employ. Stars Clive Owens, Helen Mirren, Ryan Philippe, and every other who's-who in English actors today. Includes 2 commentaries, deleted scenes, and more - T) $6
Insomnia (Al Pacino hunts down a relunctant killer played against-type by Robin Williams. Many great bonuses including a Pacino/Nolan (director) interview. Fullscreen version - T) $6
Jacob's Ladder (Adrian Lyne's immediate cult classic starring Tim Robbins as a Vietnam veteran who's day's in the war have come back to haunt him years later while living in New York. Stars an uncredited Maculey Culkin in his screen debut. Includes trailer - T) $6
King of Ants (From the director of "Re-Animator" comes this sci-fi/thriller about a man who is beaten senseless in hopes of making him forget of the murder he witnessed, but instead empowers him to become a killing machine himself bent on exacting retribution. Stars Kari Wuhrer, Daniel Baldwin, and George Wendt. DVD includes featurette, commentary track, and trailer - T) $6
L.A. Confidential (Russell Crowe, Guy Pearce, Kim Bassenger in an excellent mystery/drama set in 1950's L.A. Includes 3 behind-the-scenes documentaries, tour map of the Hollywood setting from the '50s, trailer, tv spots and more - T) $8
Mulholland Dr. (David Lynch's critically acclaimed film of an alluring woman stricken with amnesia in Hollywood who stumbles upon an out-of-towner female looking to make it big. The two increasingly rely on one another while being drawn into an unexplained murder. Trademark Lynch oddities abound, though this is a much more linear, cohesive story than his previous great works. DVD includes trailer, production notes, and is shown in widescreen format - T) $8 1 2
Missing, The (Cate Blanchett is a plainswoman living at the turn of the 19th century with her two daughters. When one of them is snatched up by a mysterious indian with shape-shifting powers, she is forced to accept help from he father [Tommy Lee Jones] who long ago abandoned his responsibility as a parent. DVD includes short films by Ron Howard, three alternate endings, 11 deleted scenes, 11 behind-the-scenes featurettes, and more - T) $6
Misery (Super fan Kathy Bates takes an unnatural liking to writer James Caan, and gets medievil on him in this Steven king adaptation. Includes a collectible booklet as well as theatrical and teaser trailers. Choice of wide or fullscreen presentation - T) $8
No Way Out (Kevin Costner plays a high ranking naval commander that has a enchant for Sean Young. When she is killed in a fit of rage by the Secretary of Defense [Gene Hackman], a plot is hatched to frame Costner, though he is also the main person used to solve the crime. Kevin now must find the real killer before he is exposed. Includes theatrical trailer and collectible booklet - T) $6
Night of the Hunter (Robert Mitchum is a preacherman with less than holy interests. After being jailed and learning of two children that hold the key to where a hidden bank heist is, he makes it his frightening mission to stalk them until they give him what he wants. One of the great thriller/nior films of american cinema. Includes original trailer and collectible booklet - T) $12
Psycho (Hitchcock's most famous and gripping film stars Anthony Perkins as the motel keeper who is always just a little strange, and even more so when mom is yelling at him. The shower scene is likely the most popular piece of film known in the history of cinema. DVD includes a documentary on the film, a censored and unshown scene, trailers, newsreel footage, and more - T) $14
Perfect Strangers (Rachel Blake is a woman who is wooed by a dashing suitor, who she decides to sail with to his secluded castle. Once there and finding it a rundown shack, his schizophernic personality comes to the surface, and she must do all she can to save herself. DVD includes director commentary, making of featurette, deleted scenes, 2 featurettes on New Zealand {where this movie was shot] - T) $4
Point of Origin (Based on a true story, a madman is setting deadly fires in Southern California. Ray Liotta is a veteran investigator who seems to have uncanny knack for finding such perps. John Leguizamo is his partner who has learned from him over the years and aides in the investigation. It might seem the only way the arsonist could be completely elusive is if he knew what they knew, so then each man becomes suspect to one another. DVD includes director commentary and cast/crew bios - T) $4
Repulsion (Arguably the most chilling thriller ever made, rivalling even "Psyhco" in it's effect. This film from 1965 is directed by Roman Polanski and stars Catherine DeNeuve, a movie which made both immediate international successes. DeNeuve is a sexually repressed woman living in a flat with her sister, and is barely coping with day to day life. As her sister takes on a boyfriend, and then the two leave on holiday, DeNeuve is left to fend for herself, and she slowly starts to unravel with murderous consequences. Low production run - T) $12
Rules of Attraction (James Van Der Beek, Kip Pardue, and Jessica Biel are just a few of the anti-society college youths in this movie brought to you by the makers of "Pulp Fiction" and "American Psycho". DVD includes various commentary tracks by cast & crew, trailers, promos, and more. NEW and factory sealed - T) $8
Random Hearts (Harrison Ford stars in this romantic thriller as an Internal Affairs agent that becomes entangled in mystery and romance with a Congresswoman after their spouses are killed in a plane crash. DVD includes director commentary, deleted scenes, HBO First Look making-of featurette, trailers, talent files, and is shown in widescreen format - T) $6
Signs (Mel Gibson in an M. Night Shyamalan film. Crop circles mysteriously show up over night in a small farm in Pennsylvania, and then all over the world. Loads of bonuses including a six-part documentary, deleted scenes, Night's first alien film, and storyboards - T) $6
Sum of All Fears (Ben Affleck and Morgan Freeman star in this Tom Clancy adaptation for the big screen. When the President of Russia dies, the Cold War feelings between the former USSR and US are rekindled, and it is up to Freeman and Affleck to prove that terrorists are behind the murder as to avert WWIII. DVD includes 2 commentary tracks, making-of featurette, trailer, F/X featurette, and more - T) $6
Se7en (Morgan Freeman is a detective ready to retire, but not before one last case of a cryptic serial killer can be solved, and not without rookie Brad Pitt at his side. This is the 2 disc version of the movie, loaded with extras. Multiple commentaries, alternate endings, missing scenes, and much more make this a must for those who love the film. New Line Platinum version housed in fold-out casing/housed in a slipcover - T) $15
Vanilla Sky (Tom Cruise stars in the remake of "Abre Sus Ojos" along with Penelope Cruz, Cameron Diaz, and Kurt Russell. Cruise is a man torn between care-free relationships and falling in love for the first time. What follows next could be a dream or reality in this deft thriller - T) $8
Vertigo (One of the more popular Hitchcock thrillers, starring Jimmy Stewart as a dectective assigned to shadow his friend's suicidal wife. After he saves her, he developes feelings for her, which soon after are complicated by her going missing and a new woman, remarkably like her, showing up in her place. Includes w/booklet, commentary track, production notes, talent bios, film highlights, trailer, & more - T) $12
War
Blackhawk Down (Josh Hartnett, Ewan McGregor in a Ridley Scott film. Dramatized account of an elite group of soldiers going into Somalia in 1993 to capture a violent warlord and liberate the locals. Things go quickly and horribly wrong though, and they wind up fighting just to stay alive. Bonuses include on-the set featurette, trailers, filmographies, production notes, and more. NEW and factory sealed - W) $10
Full Metal Jacket (Kubrick's take on the war in Vietnam is often lauded as the best. Matthew Modine, Vincent D'Onorfrio, and R. Lee. Emery are all in top form for a story that itself is incredibly engaging aside from the action and atmosphere. Haunting soundtrack and savage action keep the movie from being overly dramatic - W) $10
Glory (One of the most realistic, moving, and incredible war films ever made. This is the story of the first black regime that fought for the North in the Civil War, which was led by Matthew Broderick and Cary Elwes. Of the members of that regime are the wise Morgan Freeman and the rebellious Denzel Washington. This is the 2 DVD version that includes scene specific picutre-in-picture commentary, director commentary, "Voices of Glory" featurette, original featurette, deleted scenes, talent files, trailers, "The True Story of Glory Continues" documentary hosted by Morgan Freeman, choice of wide or fullscreen presentation, and more - W) $13
Platoon (Winner of the Academy Awards Best Picture of 1986, this is often seen as the best Vietnam War film. Stars Charlie Sheen, Tom Berenger, and Willem DaFoe. This is the discontinued "gold foil" front version that includes two commentary tracks & doucmentary "A Tour of the Inferno" - W) $10
Saving Private Ryan (Steven Spielberg does it again [and wins Best Director AA while doing so] in creating another box office success that endures years later. Tom Hanks leads a small squad within the confines of WWII to find a private who's three brothers had just died for their country. DVD includes a featurette, a word from Speilberg, trailers, and more - W) $12
Saving Private Ryan - 2 disc box set (Steven Spielberg does it again [and wins Best Director AA while doing so] in creating another box office success that endures years later. Tom Hanks leads a small squad within the confines of WWII to find a private who's three brothers had just died for their country. DVDs include an inside look at the filmmakers, Looking into the Past featurette, The Making of the Platoon, Boot Camp for the cast, re-creating D-Day, and much more. NEW and factory sealed - W) $18
Three Kings (George Clooney, Ice Cube, and Mark Wahlberg star in this great film of GIs in the Gulf War looking to smuggle back a king's ransom worth of unaccounted for gold - W) $6 |