Now with over 13,600 DVD reviews in the DVD Talk Review Database, it's easy to overlook some of the great reviews. Recent DVD Reviews include: Aliens of The Deep - James Cameron returns to the deep sea and brings back even more spectacular visuals; Ken Burns: American Lives - an amazing set, Ken Burns has a knack for bringing history alive and making it interesting while still being educational; Plaga Zombie: Mutant Zone - a frantic, hypercaffeinated, endlessly gory comedy, as if all of the funniest, bloodiest parts of Evil Dead II and Dead Alive had been chopped up and strewn across one after another for an hour and a half; La Dolce Vita: Deluxe Collector's Edition - hardly another film in the history of Italian cinema that is as influential and as highly regarded; Kids in the Hall - Complete Season 3 - perhaps the funniest season in the history of the entire series. Visit the DVD Talk Review Database for all the latest reviews including an entire section devoted to reviews of DVDs out this week.

The DVD Talk DVD Easter Egg Database continues to grow, greatly in part from the fantastic submissions from DVD Talk readers like you. Some of the latest Eggs to be uncovered include: skits and spoofs from SNL, Ben Stiller, Vince Vaughn and some bunnies on Titanic: Special Edition, a special behind the scenes look on Lost - Season 1, a bonus clip of Rodney on Robots, a bonus interview with Jeff Goldblum and camcorder footage of the "How does Brundlefly eat?" scene on The Fly: SE and a ton of outtakes on Mallrats: SE. Find out how to access all these great hidden features and more in the DVD Talk Easter Egg Database. Also be sure to help our DVD Easter Egg Database grow by submitting DVD Easter Eggs when you uncover them on your DVDs.

This week the DVD Savant has a number of new reviews including: The War of the Worlds - Spielberg's remake has inspired a Special Collector's Edition reissue of the classic 1953 George Pal version of H.G. Wells' timeless tale of war from space; Titanic - Another improved Special Collector's Edition spreads Jim Cameron's spectacle across two discs for better quality and smothers it in a flurry of terrific extras; Lifeboat - Alfred Hitchcock makes art from a wartime drama confined to one small rowboat and its nine desperate survivors; Le Samourai - Alain Delon is the original imperturbable hit man in Jean-Pierre Melville's Zen gangster epic about a killer with a draconian code of conduct; Batman - The Complete 1943 Movie Serial Collection - The jaw-dropping original that combines inept stuntwork, incongruously grinning heroes, outrageous anti-Japanese wartime propaganda AND the camp reputation of implying lots of hanky panky between Batman and his ward, the Boy Wonder; Night of the Lepus - "They're hoppin', they're scritch-scratchin' and they're a-wigglin' those cute noses ... and then they dismember you with those 9-inch incisors they're packin'. Read all this and more in this week's DVD Savant.

This week Anime Talk talks about a problem that has plagued anime fans for decades: the lag between releases in Japan and the US. Chris Tribbey talks about the much anticipated release of Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children, and the fact that this amazing looking film doesn't have a firm release date yet. We also have reviews of recent anime releases including contradictory looks at Yumeria and Godannar. A look at the upcoming releases finds several series boxed sets, including the complete Robotech Saga, Chrono Crusade, Kaleido Star, Please Twins, and more. Find out which ones you should put on your holiday swish list in this week's Anime Talk.

Dan Mirvish's wonderfully and insanely fun indie movie musical Open House - follows the exploits of a couple who enjoy the rich fantasy life that open houses affords them (not to mention some interesting settings for lovemaking). This week we have 2 clips from Open House: including a peek at the film and a behind the scenes featurette with Anthony Rapp (best know for Rent). The Open House DVD will also feature the first ever singing audio commentary (we're sure it's going to be "fantabulous"). Other clips this week include: A clip from an amazing documentary in theaters now that you should not miss - After Innocence, it will forever change the way you look at our system of justice; finally, two juicy clips from George A. Romero's Land of the Dead: scenes of carnage and behind the scenes of Land of The Dead . Be sure to catch past week's clips at DVD Talk TV.

A strong week for notable DVDs including: Wizard of Oz: Col. Ed. [Review] - a 3 Disc extravaganza with everything a "Wiz Oz" fan could possibly want; Titanic: SE [Review] - James Cameron's technical splendor finally gets the full treatment it deserves; Bewitched [Review] - a remake that is surprisingly enjoyable with yet another enjoyable performance from Will Ferrell; Rize [Review] - David LaChapelle's captivating documentary about gangs of clown dancers in Compton (we're not making this up folks, you've got to see it to believe it); Melinda & Melinda [Review] - a solid effort from Woody Allen. Other notable DVDs out this week: 3rd Rock From the Sun: S2 [Review], Alias: S4, CSI: NY S1, Dominion: Exorcist [Review], Herbie - Fully Loaded [Review] and Paradise Lost [Review].Read our List of Top Upcoming DVDs for more great DVDs out this week, visit our DVD Talk Review Database for all the latest reviews including an entire section devoted to reviews of DVDs out this week.

This week we have a special giveaway from Anchor Bay Entertainment for The Fallen Ones DVD. Directed, written, edited and produced by special effects master Kevin Van Hook, The Fallen Ones stars Casper Van Dien, Robert Wagner, Kristen Miller and Tom Bosley. The Fallen Ones DVD features: Giants In The Earth: The Making Of The Fallen Ones , Creating Aramis the Mummy, Animatics: Pre-Visualization By Forum Visual Effects, Audio Commentary by Writer/Director Kevin Van Hook, Producer Karen Bailey, Cinematographer Matt Steinhauer and Visual Effects Supervisor Chadd B. Cole, the complete Screenplay and more. Enter now for your chance to win one of 5 copies of The Fallen Ones we're giving away this week.

Now with over 13,600 DVD reviews in the DVD Talk Review Database, it's easy to overlook some of the great reviews. Recent DVD Reviews include: Office Space: Special Edition With Flair - consistently funny and worthy of countless viewings it stands as one of the most underrated comedies of the 1990s; My Summer of Love - an absolutely flawless cinematic experience with first class acting with relative newcomers Natalie Press and Emily Blunt; Heights - a film with understated style and solid storytelling that's worth seeking out; Mysterious Skin - Gregg Araki's challenging film is as brutal as it is well crafted; Le Samourai: Criterion - quite simply one of the finest crime drama/noirs ever made and the very embodiment of cool; Yes - a witty, original, and extremely sensual film with a very interesting narrative and style. Visit the DVD Talk Review Database for all the latest reviews including an entire section devoted to reviews of DVDs out this week.

By its very name, High Tension is an exhausting exercise in truth in advertising. In this CineSchlock-O-Rama schlockcast, pulmonary palpitations subside just long enough for a 5-star hurrah over the masterful white-knuckler. Elieen Daly cat-suits up as a vampire assassin Razor Blade Smile. Messy mayhem ensues when The Janitor is on duty. William Winckler gets nostalgic with Frankenstein vs. The Creature From Blood Cove. Download the complete schlockcast (18 mins, 11 mb).

This week the DVD Savant has a number of new reviews including: Hondo Special Collector's Edition - the Batjac/Paramount combo does right by one of John Wayne's best 50s pix; The Man with Nine Lives - Boris Karloff in one of his more inept Columbia mad doctor movies about 'frozen therapy'; Bollywood and Vine - an amusing regional farce about a star who keeps a prisoner in her attic, while her cross-dressing son takes over her identity; Fire and Ice - Ralph Bakshi finally does an animated sword 'n sorcery epic with the legit help of Frank Frazetta. Read all this and more in this week's DVD Savant.

This month's Silent DVD has a look at The White Hell of Pitz Palu, staring Leni Riefenstahl. Riefenstahl is best known for her impressive directorial work, most notably the films Triumph of the Will and Olympia, but before she ever stepped behind a camera though, Leni was a successful actress. This is her best work as an actress , an exciting adventure film that has a lot of suspense and tension. We also have the latest news on upcoming silent films, some promo items that New Line is sending to the press to promote the Harold Lloyd Comedy Collection, a list of recently released silent films on DVD, and more. Be sure to check out our recent columns on Kino's Slapstick Symposium Too, the SlapHappy series, and the 2005 San Francisco Silent Film Festival.

A huge week for notable DVDs including: Batman Begins - Deluxe Edition [Review] - a feature packed DVD of Christopher Nolan's delightful re-imaging of the caped crusader; Mad Hot Ballroom [Review] - an inspiring documentary that everyone in the family will enjoy; Land of the Dead - Unrated Director's Cut [Review] - it's been a LONG time coming and Romero's big Hollywood zombie film is a true gore delight; Big Lebowski [Review] - a remasterd re-issue of one of the Coen Brothers finest; Saw Uncut [Review] - the DVD "Sawthusiasts" have been waiting for with a significant upgrade across the board. Other notable DVDs out this week include: Batman - The Motion Picture Anthology 1989-1997 [Review], Bruce Lee Ultimate Collection, Lifeboat: SE and Saving Face [Review]. Read our List of Top Upcoming DVDs for more great DVDs out this week, visit our DVD Talk Review Database for all the latest reviews including an entire section devoted to reviews of DVDs out this week.

This week we have a special giveaway from Capital Entertainment for the animated series: Count Duckula. Created by Cosgrove Hall (the same folks who created Danger Mouse) - Count Duckula follows the exploits of a vegetarian vampire. The Count Duckula DVD features all episodes from the first season, Interview with Brian Cosgrove, Interview with artist John Doyle, How to Draw Duckula, Restoring Duckula and more. Enter now for your chance to win one of 5 copies of Count Duckula we're giving away this week.

Great TV on DVD continues to roll out and this week we're happy to have a peek at 3rd Rock From The Sun: Season 2. This time around the 3rd Rock From The Sun: Season 2 DVD features 26 episodes, bloopers, a new interview with John Lithgow, two 3D episodes, 3D glasses and a 3D alternate ending (more info on 3rd Rock from The Sun: S2 DVD release here). Other clips this week include: peeks at Saving Face and Ringers: Lord of The Fans. Also several clips from Tripping the Rift: Floridia 7 It Is, Did You Say 'Captain Choad', Too Good To Be True, Introductions and Dark Clowns. Be sure to catch past week's clips at DVD Talk TV.

He's the Godfather of the modern zombie film, his work has inspired countless writers and directors across the whole spectrum of the motion picture industry. But ask George A. Romero about it and you'll be surprised to hear his take on it all. DVD Talk Writer David Walker had the opportunity to talk to George Romero about the DVD release of his most anticipated film to date Land of The Dead. Romero's take on his career, the making of zombie films and his future are quite surprising and helps give even more insight into the definitive master of horror. Listen to our interview with George Romero using our Online DVD Talk Radio Player or Download the complete interview with George Romero (12 min 8MB). Also be sure to listen to our recent interviews on DVD Talk Radio with Miranda July, Bruce Campbell, Kevin Smith, Harry Reems and Peter Weir.

Now with over 13,500 DVD reviews in the DVD Talk Review Database, it's easy to overlook some of the great reviews. Recent DVD Reviews include: Arrested Development - Season Two - a truly funny show that is so ridiculously rewatchable is almost impossible not to completely obsess over it; Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith - the DVD that completes your Star Wars collection; Rize - a film that takes a captivating look at a world you never knew existed, Elektra - Unrated Director's Cut - a new cut of the film improves it and a new extras are nice, but it's still not the film it could have been; Bird With the Crystal Plumage - a completely uncut high definition transfer, superlative audio quality and wealth of quality extra features make this an Italian genre fan's wet dream come true; Partner - a shining example of how you should treat a classic film by a classic director on DVD. Visit the DVD Talk Review Database for all the latest reviews including an entire section devoted to reviews of DVDs out this week.

Good afternoon, animation fans! For the past two decades, Aardman Animation has thrilled audiences young and old with a top-notch resume of claymation shorts and feature films. Their most famous creation to date has been Wallace and Gromit, but the company has proven to be anything but a one-trick pony. DVD Talk Reviewer Randy Miller III recently had the opportunity to pose a few questions to Richard Goleszowski, director of Aardman's recent ongoing series Creature Comforts (based on the award-winning 1990 short by Nick Park), as well as Robbie the Reindeer and Rex the Runt. Read our complete interview with Richard Goleszowski. Also be sure not to miss our recent reviews, including: Miranda July - Director of Me and You and Everyone We Know, Ilene Woods - The Voice of Cinderella, and Emerging Cinema Master Kim Ki-Duk.

Every year tens of thousands of unique -- and we do mean unique -- individuals invade Atlanta for Dragon*Con, America's largest popular arts convention. With nearly 1000 photos of celebrities, costumers, and acts that defy description, our very own das Monkey foolishly attempts to capture all four days of insanity in this detailed report and photo gallery. This year's highlights: the crew of Serenity, professional wrestling, the women of Farscape, killer b-movie robots, and Apollo astronaut Dick Gordon. Oh ... did we mention the scantily clad women?

Two suspiciously dusty "new" releases suggest an end of an era for Misty Mundae fans -- a decidedly more clothed, less sapphic era. This CineSchlock-O-Rama schlockcast, sheds a tear for potentially bygone romps such as The Seduction of Misty Mundae and the B-sensation's Euro-Vixen Collection. Bruce Campbell is the Man with the Screaming Brain who'll make you wish for an Alien Apocalypse. So-so slapstick shocks are served in Dead & Breakfast. Plus, much, much more. Listen using our Online DVD Talk Radio Player or download the complete schlockcast (32 mins, 18 mb).

This week the DVD Savant has a number of new reviews including: The Val Lewton Collection - all 9 horror productions from the Sultan of Shudders ; The Flesh Eaters - a notoriously entertaining mini-budget shocker from 1964; Alfred Hitchcock: The Masterpiece Collection - a full reissue of supposedly "all digitally remastered" classics from the Master of Suspense; An Angel at my Table - Jane Campion's tribute to New Zealand writer Janet Frame; Bad Timing - a cerebral, somewhat off-putting story of a relationship gone very, very bad; Masculin feminin - Jean-Luc Godard on the unbalanced relationship between political ideals and consumer conventionality; The Outsiders: The Complete Novel - Francis Coppola drops the Ford and goes for the commercial hit with this well-made but overblown teen gang hit that has a dream cast of young male hopefuls. Read all this and more in this week's DVD Savant.

There's been a lot of good anime series starting up recently, and this week Anime Talk has a look at some titles that you really shouldn't miss. Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex is back for a second season, and this one promises to be just as exciting as the first. Not only that, but the first GitS Log has been released. Previously only available in Japan, this book and DVD combo set covers the first 19 episodes of the first series and has a lot of information about the series. Tetsujin 28 which has the look and feel of the old Gigantor shows, and Gankutsuou, a retelling of The Count of Monte Cristo, are two other new series that are worth taking a look at. We also have a table of upcoming releases and Holly's back with some more anime deals. We end up with an early look at two series scheduled to be released in the coming months: Golgo 13 and Streetfighter Alpha Generations.

At this year's Sundance Film Festival we were blown away by the stunning debut from Miranda July - Me and You and Everyone We Know. One of the most immensely complex and emotional debuts, Me and You and Everyone We Know establishes Miranda July as one of the top people to watch in the indie film space. DVD Talk Editor Geoffrey Kleinman had the opportunity to sit down with Miranda July and talk about the DVD Release for Me and You and Everyone We Know. In addition to discussing the experience of making the film, Miranda also gives some solid advice for aspiring film makers that's essential listening. Listen to our interview with Miranda July using our Online DVD Talk Radio Player or Download the complete interview with Miranda July (17 min 12MB). Also be sure to listen to our recent interviews on DVD Talk Radio with Bruce Campbell, Kevin Smith, Harry Reems, Peter Weir, Chan-Wook Park and Frank Miller.

A simply fantastic week for notable DVDs including: Me And You and Everyone We Know [Review] - if you take one DVD recommendation we make this year, make it this one; Veronica Mars: S1 [Review] - believe the hype, this show is so consistently good there's no way to watch just one episode; High Tension [Review] - Lion's Gate sets things right by restoring a critical moment and the original French audio to this enjoyable gore-fest; South Park: S6 [Review] - one of the best seasons for a show that consistently hits home runs; Z Channel - A Magnificent Obsession [Review] - an extremely well done documentary that's essential viewing for anyone with even a passing interest in film. Other notable DVDs out this week include: Arrested Development: S2, Kicking & Screaming [Review], The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants [Review], Undead [Review] and Unleashed [Review]. Read our List of Top Upcoming DVDs for more great DVDs out this week, visit our DVD Talk Review Database for all the latest reviews including an entire section devoted to reviews of DVDs out this week.

Everything ends. But when you're talking about the largest sci-fi film series of all time, you know that the end is going to be much more a bang than a whimper. This is why Lucasfilm and Fox hosted a bash to celebrate the end of the Star Wars saga and the beginning of the hype and hoopla for the DVD release for Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of The Sith. Fearless DVD Talk Reporter Chris Tribbey made the trek to Skywalker Ranch to cover the event including interviews with Rick McCallum, Rob Coleman, Frank Oz and Hayden Christensen as well as a peek at the Star Wars Episode III DVD and Game. Read the complete Star Wars Episode III Media Day coverage and The Complete Review of the Star Wars Episode III DVD.

Halloween is just around the corner and so you won't want to miss out on getting the perfect gore DVD. A DVD you'll definitely want to consider for your own personal gore fest is Fangoria Blood Drive II - hosted by the Fuse TV hottie 'Mistress Julia'. This week we have several clips from Fangoria Blood Drive II including: the award winning We All Fall Down, Gibbering Horror and Working Stiff. We also have a snippet from the special bonus features - an interview with Bruce Campbell (more info on the Fangoria Blood Drive II DVD release here). Other clips this week include: a peek at Miranda July's amazing Me and You And Everyone We Know, Cronicas - with a stand out performance by John Leguizamo, and a few clips from Secrets of Angels, Demons & Masons - the guide to the secret societies of Dan Brown's thrillers: Illuminati, Ancient Egypt and President Washington. Be sure to catch past week's clips at DVD Talk TV.

Now with over 13,400 DVD reviews in the DVD Talk Review Database, it's easy to overlook some of the great reviews. Recent DVD Reviews include: Twin Sisters - an enormously well-structured and intelligently made film that puts things into perspective by providing a different look at the ugliness of war; 11:14 - something like "Memento meets Go" - a clever and hysterically funny dark comedy; CSI: NY - Season 1 - the newest member of the CSI family is purposeful in its pacing, gorier in its depiction of crime, and grittier overall; South Park: S6 - with so many brilliant moments it stands as one of the strongest seasons in the show's history; Palindromes - perhaps it's bettered titled "Enigmas", as it's a film that's difficult to sink your teeth into; McLintock!: SE - simply a must-have for John Wayne fans. Visit the DVD Talk Review Database for all the latest reviews including an entire section devoted to reviews of DVDs out this week.

This week the DVD Savant has a number of new reviews including: The Man Who Fell To Earth - Criterion gives the deluxe treatment to Nicolas Roeg's tripped-out saga of alien David Bowie's unfortunate mission to Earth; Carlito's Way - Al Pacino's trying to go straight in the nightclub trade, but his own lawyer (a great perf by Sean Penn) has become a coke-addicted crazoid; Xtro - Cashing in on both Alien and E.T., this English gross-a-thon is about another fatherless boy. But the missing dad doesn't phone home, he comes back as a shape-shifting, egg-laying, female-cocooning menace; Monster of Venice - A murderous Venetian scuba diver is also a demented embalming maniac, ruining the love life of a dapper reporter to add more corpses to his underground showroom. Read all this and more in this week's DVD Savant.

On our latest episode of DVD Talk Radio, DVD Talk Editor Geoffrey Kleinman sits down at talks with Bruce Campbell about a number of his projects hitting DVD (and CD) this week including: Evil Dead 2 - The Book of The Dead 2, Alien Apocalypse, Man With the Screaming Brain and his breakthrough "audio movie" Make Love! The Bruce Campbell Way. Listen to our interview with Bruce Campbell using our Online DVD Talk Radio Player or Download the complete interview with Bruce Campbell (20 min 14MB). Also be sure to listen to our recent interviews on DVD Talk Radio with Kevin Smith, Major Dundee Restorer Grover Crisp, Harry Reems, Peter Weir, Chan-Wook Park and Frank Miller.

This week we have a special giveaway from Koch Lorber Films for two of their latest DVD Releases: Big Deal on Madonna Street - 20 Years Later - the follow up to the smash comedy starring Marcello Mastroianni and Teorema - Terence Stamp stars in Pier Paolo Pasolini's award-winning controversial film. Enter now for your chance to win one of 5 prize back including both Big Deal on Madonna Street - 20 Years Later and Teorema.

A great week for notable DVDs including: The Fly: SE [Review - Podcast] - David Cronenberg's most popular film is as creepy and wonderful as ever; Cinderella: SE [Review] - one of the crown jewels of the Disney library looks and sounds amazing on DVD; The Interpreter [Review] - Sydney Pollack delivers another compelling and entertaining thriller; Mail Order Wife - a sharp and painfully realistic satire that is definitely worth seeking out; The Warriors: Ultimate Cut [Review] - Walter Hill's urban Western is an absolute delight but the DVD is inexcusably missing the theatrical cut; Other notable DVDs out this week include: Alfred Hitchcock: Masterpiece Collection, The Amityville Horror [Review], The Fly 2 [Review], Man With the Screaming Brain [Review] and Star Trek - Nemesis CE [Review]. Read our List of Top Upcoming DVDs for more great DVDs out this week, visit our DVD Talk Review Database for all the latest reviews including an entire section devoted to reviews of DVDs out this week.

This week we have a peek at Count Duckula - a great series created by Cosgrove Hall (the same folks who created Danger Mouse). Count Duckula a once villainous vampire is brought back to life after a near fatal stake to the heart with a transfusion of ketchup...not blood. Now a vegetarian with mild manners, Duckula spends his time pursuing fame and money. Be sure to check out the clip from Count Duckula (more info on the DVD release here). Other clips this week include: a peek at Kicking and Screaming and several videos from The Very Best of Elvis Costello - Veronica, High Fidelity and Radio Radio. Be sure to catch past week's clips at DVD Talk TV.

"A dream is a wish your heart makes." For Ilene Woods her wishes and dreams literally turned into a Cinderella story. As a favor to a friend Ilene Woods harmonized "Sing Sweet Nightingale" and "So This Is Love" in a small studio. Little did she know this small favor would turn into a casting call from Mr. Disney and the role of a lifetime: Cinderella. DVD Talk Writer Danielle Henbest caught up with Ilene Woods and talked to her about the impact of Cinderella on her life, seeing the film again after all these years and her favorite moments in the film. Read our complete interview with Ilene Woods

Now with over 13,300 DVD reviews in the DVD Talk Review Database, it's easy to overlook some of the great reviews. Recent DVD Reviews include: Batman Begins - Deluxe Edition - the latest piece in the renaissance of comic-book movies, and it may in fact be the best of the bunch; Saw - Uncut Edition - a treat for Sawthusiasts with improved audio/video presentation, a few extra pieces of gooey gore gristle, a pair of all-new commentaries, and a handful of extra featurettes; Nordkraft (R2) - a stand out Scandinavian film that is worth seeking out; Unleashed - Unrated - a very well done action/drama, Jet Li gives one of the best performances of his career in a role that lets him emote far more than we're used to seeing from him; The Girl in The Cafe - a winning, low-key romcom with stand out performances by the wildly underrated Bill Nighy and Kelly Macdonald. Visit the DVD Talk Review Database for all the latest reviews including an entire section devoted to reviews of DVDs out this week.

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