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September 29, 2016
TV on DVD: Twin Peaks, The Wonder Years, and Star Wars Rebels
Twin Peaks: The Original Series, Fire Walk With Me & The Missing Pieces Interested in the latest TV on DVD reviews? DVD Talk has you covered! This week's notable entries include: Twin Peaks: The Original Series, Fire Walk With Me & The Missing Pieces - David Lynch's TV series is still fascinating all these years later, and this set includes the show, the feature film, and many extras spread across nine discs; The Wonder Years: Complete Series - this is similar to the deluxe collection that Time-LIfe released a couple of years ago, this set does not include the four discs of extras, but is at a lower price point ; and Star Wars Rebels: The Complete Season 2 - a fun and exciting series which explores the vast universe of Star Wars and weaves together both new and returning characters in an exciting way. Want more?  Check out all of the TV on DVD reviews in the DVD Talk database.


September 28, 2016
11th Annual DVD Talk October Horror Movie Challenge
Pete's Dragon Consider yourself a horror film addict and looking for a community of like-minded genre junkies to converse with this October? Well look no further than The 12th Annual October Horror Movie Challenge! Whether you’re an aficionado, a novice or simply harbor a morbid curiosity, this is the destination for watching, sharing, discovering and discussing all things horror. And don't be put off by the 100 Movies. 31 Days. slogan; it extends way beyond watching insane amounts of macabre cinema. Check out the daily pick in our 31 Film Subset list with next day discussion, take a stab at the Theme Nights list for countless sub-genre ideas, dare to complete The Checklist, join our Facebook page, and possibly even win a prize courtesy of HamiltonBook.com, Celluloid Terror, Diabolik DVD, Severin, and Synapse Films! Everything's covered -- from highfalutin Arthouse horrors like Under the Skin down to the cheesy bad IMDB Bottom 100 rated Troll 2 plus everything in-between. So Join Us, and to avoid fainting keep telling yourself ...it's only a movie!


September 27, 2016
This Week's Notable Releases: Bill & Ted's Most Excellent Collection, Motown 25, and Lady in White
Bill & Ted's Most Excellent Collection Several great movies and programs have come out recently, including a few that shouldn't be missed: Bill & Ted's Most Excellent Collection - a set that wholly lives up to its name... the A/V presentation is better than expected and the collection is filled with copious extras including some newly produced for this set; Motown 25: Yesterday, Today, Forever - a two-hour televised show was put together in order to celebrate Motown Records 25th anniversary, this massive collection also inlcudes fvie additional discs of bonus material; and Lady in White - more of a fantasy/mystery hybrid than a traditional horror film, but you've got to appreciate the art direction, the performance and the sheer creativity on display in the film. Be sure to check out our DVD Talk Review Database for all the latest reviews including an entire section devoted to reviews of DVDs out this week.


September 26, 2016
New Reviews: High Noon, The Carol Burnett Show, and Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil
High Noon: Olive Signature Edition This week the DVD Talk Review Database has some great new entries, including a few discs you may have overlooked. Recent reviews include: High Noon: Olive Signature Edition - one of the best Hollywood Westerns ever made... it remains highly entertaining and influential more than 65 years later, serving up fine performances and a tremendous amount of suspense and intrigue as the clock ticks away; The Carol Burnett Shows: The Lost Episodes Ultimate Collection - 45 episodes of Burnett's all-time great variety show featuring sidesplitting comedy and all-star-quality song and dance routines; and Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil - Clint Eastwood's adaptation of the celebrated novel offers engaging drama, colorful characters and a richly authentic setting. Visit the DVD Talk Review Database for all the latest reviews including an entire section devoted to reviews of DVDs out this week.


September 22, 2016
TV on DVD: American Crime Story: The People v. O.J. Simpson, Commando Cody, and The Magicians
American Crime Story: The People v. O.J. Simpson More TV shows have made their way on to DVD and Blu-ray, and DVD Talk has got them covered. Check out our reviews of the newest TV releases including: American Crime Story: The People v. O.J. Simpson - this Emmy-winning miniseries about the 'trial of the century' is quite good and quickly impresses us with its remarkable casting choices; Commando Cody: Sky Marshal of the Universe - this made-for-TV show that was first shown in theaters as a serial is a lot of goofy fun with some decent production values and a likable set of characters; and The Magicians: Season One - a contemporary fantasy show about modern-day users of magic, centered on a graduate school for "the arts" and the gifted individuals who have been admitted to the program... as well as those who weren't accepted. Want more?  Check out all of the TV on DVD reviews in the DVD Talk database.


September 20, 2016
This Week's Notable Releases: Blood Simple, Cat People, and Beware! The Blob
Blood Simple: The Criterion Collection Some pretty cool discs have made their way to store shelves over the past couple of weeks. Check out these new titles: Blood Simple: The Criterion Collection - The Coen Brothers' first film is a taut, superlatively-made thriller, and Criterion's release includes close to three hours of new bonus features including a pseudo-commentary and multiple newly-recorded interviews; Cat People - Jacques Tourneur's 1942 movie remains a genuinely great film, one that simultaneously brings things to a logical conclusion while still leaving plenty of ambiguity up in the air for us to think over long after the film finishes; and Beware! The Blob aka Son of Blob - this sequel to the 1958 horror classic is never scary, but it's quirky enough that it turns out to be an entertaining watch... fans of B-movies will get a kick out of this. Be sure to check out our DVD Talk Review Database for all the latest reviews including an entire section devoted to reviews of DVDs out this week.


September 19, 2016
New Reviews: Captain America: Civil War, Aliens, and Cartoon Roots: The Bray Studios
Captain America: Civil War Some great DVD and Blu-ray reviews have been added to the the DVD Talk Review Database recently including: Captain America: Civil War - another great entry into the Marvel Cinematic Universe that retained what made the previous movies fun while leading viewers into the darker woods of interpersonal battles; Aliens 30th Anniversary Edition - a nice repackaging of the 2011 Blu-ray release, this film plays a lot better than most modern action-suspense-sci-fi epics; and Cartoon Roots: The Bray Studios - an impressive and important overview of an undeservedly forgotten animation studio that is filled with some creative and funny films along with copious extras and informative liner notes. Visit the DVD Talk Review Database for all the latest reviews including an entire section devoted to reviews of DVDs out this week.


September 15, 2016
Movies in Theaters: Kubo and the Two Strings, The Light Between Oceans, and Sully
Pete's Dragon It'd be a good week to go to the movies. Here are DVD Talk's recent theatrical reviews: Kubo and the Two Strings - this 3D animated film is a stunning, quite memorable piece of artistry from Laika Entertainment, the studio that created Coraline; The Light Between Oceans - a film with all the pieces necessary to succeed and the talent to pull it off; Sully - Clint Eastwood latest directorial project is a compelling true story with the terrific main actors; and Don't Breathe - one of the better and smarter horror blockbusters you'll see this year. Other recent films include: Pete's Dragon, Sausage Party , Suicide Squad, Star Trek Beyond, Ghostbusters (2016), The Neon Demon, The BFG, The Legend of Tarzan, and Finding Dory.. Check out these, and more, in DVDTalk's Theatrical Review section.

TV on DVD: Supergirl, Criminal Minds, and The Wars of the Roses
Supergirl: The Complete First Season TV on DVD and Blu-ray remains very popular with more and more favorites being released. New TV reviews include: Supergirl: The Complete First Season - this show gets off to a promising start, thanks to a likable cast and sympathetic characters.... there's also enough action, intrigue, and fun to make a new viewer want to stick it out through the whole season; Criminal Minds: Season 11 - the show continues to be top-notch entertainment for crime show aficionados... the chemistry between the ensemble cast makes for a spellbinding, twist-and-turns, edge-of-your-seat drama; and The Hollow Crown: The Wars of the Roses - an adaptation of Shakespeare's Richard II, Henry IV: Parts 1 and 2, and Henry V, the nearly six and a half hour production updats dialogue for a more modern ear, without betraying the heart of the original prose. Want more?  Check out all of the TV on DVD reviews in the DVD Talk database.


September 13, 2016
This Week's Notable Releases: Raising Cain, Dr. Mabuse, and Road House
Raising Cain: Collector's Edition There are some new titles coming out that might make it worth a trip to the video store. Check out these recent releases: Raising Cain: Collector's Edition - Brian De Palma's 1992 film is an entertaining piece with enjoyable performances, no shortage of twists and turns, a terrific score, and the director's specific brand of style on display at every turn; Dr. Mabuse: The Gambler - Fritz Lang's 1922 silent epic is a high point in the director's storied filmography... an exciting and suspenseful serial-like story that is as fascinating as it is entertaining; and Road House - a rock solid film noir, hitting all the right notes and just the right moments and giving fans some really strong performances to enjoy alongside the requisite thrills and chills. Be sure to check out our DVD Talk Review Database for all the latest reviews including an entire section devoted to reviews of DVDs out this week.


September 12, 2016
New Reviews: Ash vs. Evil Dead, Ingrid Bergman, and Wonders of the Arctic
Ash vs. Evil Dead: The Complete First Season Check out the latest reviews that have been entered into the DVD Talk Review Database including: Ash vs. Evil Dead: The Complete First Season - essential viewing for any Evil Dead fan... the best moments in this freshman season are deliriously, infectiously fun; Ingrid Bergman: In Her Own Words - an intimate portrait of an exceptional actress, this documentary is a surprisingly heartfelt examination of her career and personal life; and Wonders of the Arctic - 4K UHD - originally seen in IMAX theaters, this film is filled with awe-inspiring visuals and some interesting stories and the set includes 4K, 3D, and Blu-ray versions. Visit the DVD Talk Review Database for all the latest reviews including an entire section devoted to reviews of DVDs out this week.


September 08, 2016
TV on DVD: South Park, Lucifer, and Psycho IV
South Park: Season 19 Some great TV shows have made their way onto home video recently including: South Park: Season 19 - the decision to ditch self-contained episodes for serialization pays off big as this season delivers the smartest, funniest, and most consistent batch of episodes to date; Lucifer: The Complete First Season - a genuinely fascinating character played with massive charm by Tom Ellis is shoehorned into a pretty pedestrian police procedural; and Psycho IV: The Beginning - not half bad for a made-for-television sequel to an Alfred Hitchcock classic… the film is enjoyable with strong performances from Anthony Perkins, CCH Pounder and Olivia Hussey. Want more?  Check out all of the TV on DVD reviews in the DVD Talk database.


September 06, 2016
This Week's Notable Releases: Now You See Me 2, Equals, and Night Train to Munich
Now You See Me 2 Another banner week for home video with the studios releasing some great films and boxed sets such as: Now You See Me 2 - not very different from the first film in terms of its construction or concept but the new additions to the cast and enjoyable new set pieces help it avoid feeling like a retread; Equals - a complicated story about love and loss, bolstered by a cool dystopian premise; and Night Train to Munich: Criterion Collection - Carol Reed's espionage thriller has a certain charm to it...not to mention striking cinematography and several fine performances. Be sure to check out our DVD Talk Review Database for all the latest reviews including an entire section devoted to reviews of DVDs out this week.


September 05, 2016
New Reviews: Van Gogh, Bring Me the Head of Alfredo Garcia, and Mad Tiger
Van Gogh (The Films of Maurice Pialat: Volume 3) Some cool discs have been reviewed over the past week. Check out these recent entries: Van Gogh (The Films of Maurice Pialat: Volume 3) - Maurice Pialat's excellent 1991 film does not attempt to squeeze its subject into a typical biopic mold; instead, it uses slice-of-life vignettes to conjure the famous painter as a flesh-and-blood man; Bring Me the Head of Alfredo Garcia: Encore Edition - Fans of Sam Peckinpah should make a point of picking up this Blu-ray release... it's a fantastic package a solid A/V presentation and a wealth of terrific supplements, including a new audio commentary; and Mad Tiger - the best Behind-the-Music docu ever... about a band you probably don't know. Visit the DVD Talk Review Database for all the latest reviews including an entire section devoted to reviews of DVDs out this week.


September 01, 2016
TV on DVD: Walking Dead, Blunt Talk, and Narcos
Walking Dead - Season 6 Interested in the latest TV on DVD reviews? DVD Talk has you covered! This week's notable entries include: Walking Dead - Season 6 - another solid season in the series that benefits from strong writing, great performances and really strong effects work; Blunt Talk: Season One - a classic case of a show with a great recipe needing to find its legs... the DVDs look and sound very nice and offers some good insight in the extras; and Narcos: Season 1 - this show about Pablo Escobar complements the mythology of the drug kingpin and in doing so creates some of their own resulting in an engrossing first season. Want more?  Check out all of the TV on DVD reviews in the DVD Talk database.


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