Guillermo del Toro just keeps getting better with each film and his dark and sinister fairy tale, Pan's Labyrinth, is no exception. Set against the backdrop of the Spanish Civil War, the film includes some of the most beautiful (and grotesque) imagery you're likely to see in recent cinema. Wind your way through the labyrinth and discover something unexpected as Pan's Labyrinth opens this weekend. Also in theaters this week is Miss Potter - the rise of one of the most successful children's book authors of her time, Beatrix Potter; Perfume: The Story of a Murderer - Run Lola Run's Tom Tykwer tackles this adaptation of Patrick Suskind's "virtually unfilmable" international bestseller; and Breaking and Entering - Jude Law stars as a distressed young architect in Anthony Minghella's latest film. Be sure to catch reviews of other recent Theatrical Films: Inland Empire, Black Christmas, Rocky Balboa, Letters from Iwo Jima, The Good Shepherd, Night at the Museum, We Are Marshall, Children of Men, Venus, Curse of the Golden Flower, The Painted Veil, Eragon, The Pursuit of Happyness, Charlotte's Web, The Good German, Dreamgirls. As always, we invite you to share your thoughts on films in theaters in our Movie Talk Forum Area.

TV on DVD releases continue to be a highlight in the DVD space and this week we have a ton of releases reviewed including: The West Wing - The Complete Series Collection - Television's best political drama gets one of the most complete and comprehensive reviews you've find anywhere; ER - The Complete Sixth Season - cast changeovers are often insurmountable for a long running show, but ER never skips a beat with a sixth season as strong as some of the best; Law & Order Criminal Intent - The Second Year - an intelligent series with strong characters and a very strong replay value; Stained Glass - if you've never experienced the joy of a Korean TV Dramas this is a great place to start; My Girl - another fine K- Drama that's a fun soapy melodrama with a splash of comedy. Visit the DVD Talk Review Database for all the latest reviews including an entire section devoted TV on DVD.

DVD Stalk is back at it and rounding out the year with our look at the Top Ten Horror DVDs of 2006. We'll also recommend ten more discs that didn't quite make the list, but are definitely still worth checking out. Don't miss this year-end issue of DVD Stalk as we ring in the new year with a scream. And don't forget to load up on DVD Stalk apparel for the holiday shopping season. What better way to say Happy Holidays than with a DVD Stalk sweatshirt?! We hope you'll check out DVD Stalk and drop us a line to let us know what you think. Join us in the DVD Stalk Forum to chat about all things horror, friend us on DVD Stalk's MySpace, drop by the DVD Stalk Apparel Store, and be sure to check out DVD Talk's reviews of over 1,600 Horror DVDs.

This week Anime Talk presents their top ten anime DVDs of 2006. It was a tough competition, and many worthy titles didn't quite make the cut, but in the end DVD Talk's anime reviews came up with a list of discs that they feel are the best that 2006 had to offer. Are your favorite titles on represented? Read the latest installment of Anime Talk to find out. Also this week Anime Talk has the latest round up of anime reviews including Hellsing Unlimited, Gaogaigar, Black Cat and Comic Party Unlimited; as well as the complete list of upcoming anime releases and Holly's final anime bargains (we have a new writer taking over for Holly). Read all this and more in this week's Anime Talk.

It's year end wrap up time for the DVD Savant and he's got his highly anticipated DVD Savant's Most Impressive DVDs of 2006 list. In addition to his picks for top 10 DVDs of the year the DVD Savant also has a complete list of each and every DVD he recommended this year. Do yourself a favor and read this year end installment from the DVD Savant. If that weren't enough DVD Savant also has a number of new reviews including The Best of Hootenanny, Rediscover Jacques Feyder, and Lotna. Read all this and more in this week's DVD Savant. Also if you got one of those many gift cards for the holidays, be sure to use it to pick up DVD Savant's Book (hey Joe Dante liked it.. He called it "cleaver, insightful and most importantly well informed!").

A strong post holiday week for DVDs including: The Descent: Original Unrated Cut [Review] - Loins Gate reverses the horrible butchering of the end of one of the best horror films to hit theaters in years, if you like horror and haven't seen this movie run out and pick it up; Jackass Number Two [Review] - the best of the best in extreme gross out humor and completely idiotic stunts, it will have you on the floor either laughing so hard you're crying or vomiting; Last Kiss [Review] - Zach Braff shows he can be just as strong in dramatic work as he can comedic in a good adaptation of an Italian musing on infidelity; The Black Dahlia [Review] - a film that struggles to meet the extremely high expectations for a film from Brian De Palma and James Ellroy. Other notable DVDs out this week include: Factotum, New Adventures of He-Man, Vol. 1 and Simple Life 4. 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.

This week we have a very special giveaway from IFC Films for the DVD release of Factotum. Based on the acclaimed novel by Charles Bukowski, Factotum is a gritty and powerful look at the life of Henry (Matt Dillon), a writer who spends more time on the floor than on the page. When another night of drinking leads him to Jan (Lili Taylor), he thinks he's found the emotional connection that will save them both and inspire his greatness - but his addiction has other plans. With exceptional performances by Matt Dillon, Lili Taylor and Marissa Tomei Factotum is a riveting exploration of art, escapism and poetry. Enter now for your chance to win one of 5 copies of Factotum that we're giving away this week.

With over 18,000 DVD reviews in the DVD Talk Review Database, it's easy to overlook some of the great reviews. Recent DVD Reviews include: Snakes on a Plane - a completely goofy movie that is fun to watch if for no other reason than to see Samuel L. Jackson chew up the scenery; The House of Sand - an incredibly beautiful Brazilian film that offers a look at the plight of two women to find happiness where such does not exists; The Wicker Man: 2 Disc Collector's Edition - Anchor Bay treats this film like 'Army of Darkness' as it gets ANOTHER release, worth picking up if you don't already own it in another form; Stolen - a modest and surprisingly gentle documentary about a high-dollar art theft; Masters of Horror - John Mcnaughton - Haeckel's Tale - comes really close to greatness a few times but the flaws in the script keep it from being as good as it could have (and should have) been. Visit the DVD Talk Review Database for all the latest reviews including an entire section devoted to reviews of DVDs out this week as well as a new feature which lets you Browse reviews by studio.

DVD Talk writer Adam Tyner recently had the opportunity to travel to ILM and meet with the creative team behind the stunning effects of Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest. Get a peek behind the scenes with insights from animation supervisor Hal T. Hickel, visual effects art director Aaron McBride, and creature model supervisor Geoff Campbell. Read the complete Behind The Scenes of Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest report as well as DVD Talk's Review of Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest DVD. Also in case you missed it, be sure to check out DVD Talk's peek behind the scenes of Cars.

This week we have a special giveaway from Paramount for the DVD release of Jackass: Number Two Unrated DVD. Johnny Knoxville, Bam Margera, Steve-O and the entire crew from the popular MTV franchise return in the most insane DVD of the year, Jackass: Number Two . Available in a "too hot for theaters" unrated versions, Jackass: Number Two pushes the limits with all-new stunts, pants-wetting practical jokes, fun with bears, bees, snakes, bulls, sharks...and other REALLY bad ideas. The Jackass: Number Two Unrated DVD features: Commentary by the Jackass gang, Making of, 16 Deleted Scenes, 29 additional segments and more. Enter now for your chance to one of 5 copies of the Jackass: Number TwoJackass: Number Two Unrated DVD. Also 1 grand prize winner will win an autographed Jackass Number Two poster - signed by the entire Jackass Crew.

Sly Stallone steps back into the ring as Rocky Balboa and hopes to knock out the competition over the long holiday. So strap on your gloves, run up those legendary steps, and go two-to-two with Rocky Balboa as it opens wide this weekend. Also in theaters this week is The Good Shepherd - Robert De Niro directs Matt Damon in this film about the history and evolution of the CIA; Night at the Museum - Ben Stiller's latest film has a lot of heart and potential, but ends up a bit misguided; and Letters from Iwo Jima - this second part of Clint Eastwood's WWII project (the first part being Flags of our Fathers) captures the U.S.-led invasion of Iwo Jima from the perspective of the Japanese soldiers. Be sure to catch reviews of other recent Theatrical Films: We Are Marshall, Children of Men, Venus, Curse of the Golden Flower, The Painted Veil, Eragon, The Pursuit of Happyness, Charlotte's Web, The Good German, Dreamgirls, Volver, Home of the Brave, Blood Diamond, The Holiday, Apocalypto, Unaccompanied Minors. As always, we invite you to share your thoughts on films in theaters in our Movie Talk Forum Area.

A number of notable TV on DVD releases reviewed this week including: M*A*S*H - Martinis and Medicine Complete Collection - the entire legendary series along with the movie that inspired it in a collection that offers literally hundreds of hours of quality TV entertainment; Gene Simmons - Family Jewels - Season One - an interesting and sometimes very funny look at the man behind all that KISS make up; Doctor Who - The Mark of the Rani - Colin Baker is The Doctor in this jam packed DVD; Criss Angel: Mindfreak - The Complete Season Two - a quality magician at work, with a touch of theatrics; Roseanne - The Complete Sixth Season - a fun sitcom with very likable characters and engaging storylines that are always filled to the brim with awesome humor; The Christmas Shoes - a sweet and thoughtful TV movie that is about love and hope, loss and death. Visit the DVD Talk Review Database for all the latest reviews including an entire section devoted TV on DVD.

This week the DVD Savant has a number of new reviews including: Forbidden Hollywood Collection Volume One - Warners takes the plunge into the naughty, scandalous and pretty-darn wonderful realm called the pre-code era; Jackie Chan's Police Story - This special "Dragon Dynasty" edition presents Jackie's Hong Kong cop epic in the original Cantonese version, and supposedly uncut; Ecco - Something Weird is back with a 'Mondo' picture that can boast a substantial name recognition factor; Red Angel - Japanese firebrand director Yasuzo Masumura is back with another shocker, this one about a gruesome battlefront surgery in the Chinese campaign circa 1939. Read all this and more in this week's DVD Savant.

A fantastic week for notable DVDs including: Little Miss Sunshine [Review] - the darling of last year's Sundance Film Fest makes it way onto DVD in THE not-to-be-missed comedy of the year...If you watch one comedy this year on DVD, make it this one; Jet Li's Fearless [Review - Interview] - Jet Li goes out with a bang in his last and one of his best kung-fu epics; When the Levees Broke [Review] - Spike Lee's passionate and moving look at the flooding in New Orleans might just be his finest work yet; Lady in the Water [Review] - M. Night Shyamalan's latest isn't perfect, but that shouldn't stop you from enjoying it; A Scanner Darkly [Review] - Richard Linklater improves his technique from Waking Life and transforms this Philip K. Dick tale into a compelling film. Other Notable DVDs out this week include: All the King's Men [Review], Police Story: SE [Review], The Promise, Simpsons: S9, The Wicker Man:SE (1975). 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.

This week we have a very special giveaway from BCI for the DVD release of The New Adventures of He-Man, Vol. 1. This new He-Man series takes place 10,000 years into the future and it finds He-Man working to protect the Planet Primus from Floog and Skeletor. Presented in a six disc box set. The New Adventures of He-Man, Vol. 1 features: Two brand new documentaries, original art cards by award-winning comic book artists Ed McGuinness and Bryan Hitch, 50 Character profiles, Five scripts and more. Enter now for your chance to one of 5 copies of the The New Adventures of He-Man, Vol. 1 DVD we're giving away this week.

With over 18,000 DVD reviews in the DVD Talk Review Database, it's easy to overlook some of the great reviews. Recent DVD Reviews include: Idiocracy - with zero marketing and almost no theatrical release you might not be aware of Mike Judge's latest film but it's absolutely worth checking out; The Last Kiss - Zach Braff gets serious in a film that explores the choices people make in relationships and their impact; James Bond Ultimate Edition Vol 3 & 4 - the second wave of Ultimate Box Editions both snag DVD Talk's Collector Series Rating; Favella Rising - if you've got Netflix you'll want to add this exclusive to your queue; 1900 - Special Collector's Edition - Bernardo Bertolucci's saga finally gets the grand treatment it deserves and the result is DVD Talk's Highest Rating; Grand Theft Auto - Tricked Out Edition - Ron Howard learns his craft at the University of Roger Corman and makes a film that is like no other. Visit the DVD Talk Review Database for all the latest reviews including an entire section devoted to reviews of DVDs out this week as well as a new feature which lets you Browse reviews by studio.

Looking for last minute gifts for the holidays? . This year the next generation of home entertainment is a reality with HD DVD™. The staff of DVD Talk have assembled a quick and easy HD DVD Shopping Guide to point you in the right direction and give you some suggestions of HD DVD titles for the HD lover on your list. We'll also show you some of the upcoming HD DVD releases this year. Also be sure to check out our HD DVD Review Section with over 100 HD DVD Reviews.

Need a last minute gift for that otaku (obsessive anime fan) in your life? Well this week's Anime Talk takes a look at all the latest releases and helps steer you to the right choice. The Fullmetal Alchemist Special Edition will have fans drooling for some of the bonus content and you can't go wrong with the Full Metal Panic starter set for the second season. Though not strictly anime many fans of the genre would enjoy Broken Saints. It's our featured review this week and the set comes highly recommended. Originally a Flash animated web cartoon the story is much better than its meager origins would indicate and those who have the patience to watch the first few episodes will be rewarded with a great story. Still stuck for ideas? Why not take a look at our Best Of Anime 2004, and Top Ten Anime discs of 2005 articles.

Edward Speleers and Jeremy Irons star in Eragon - the long-awaited adaptation of young Christopher Paolini's best selling novel. This exciting tale of a farm boy who happens upon a dragon's egg is sure to dazzle the eyes of the teenage set as Eragon opens wide this weekend. Also in theaters this week is The Pursuit of Happyness - Will Smith sports an old-school mustache and turns in his comedy hat for a dramatic one with this film based on the true story of Christopher Gardner; Charlotte's Web - Dakota Fanning stars in this highly-anticipated live-action version of the animated children's classic; and The Good German - Steven Soderbergh directs a cast of George Clooney, Cate Blanchett, and Tobey Maguire...all in glorious black and white. Be sure to catch reviews of other recent Theatrical Films: Dreamgirls, Volver, Home of the Brave, Blood Diamond, The Holiday, Apocalypto, Unaccompanied Minors, Van Wilder 2: The Rise of Taj, The Nativity Story, Turistas, 10 Items or Less, Volver, The Fountain. As always, we invite you to share your thoughts on films in theaters in our Movie Talk Forum Area.

DVD Stalk is back at it and packed with tons of great reviews (including a look at the unrated edition of Pulse, the latest Masters of Horror disc and the new two-disc version of The Wicker Man), information on all of this week's horror releases, previews of some upcoming scares, and a close look at a few overlooked horror films. We also have our usual bag of evil goodies, including a chance for readers to suggest some of their favorite overlooked fright flicks and an opportunity to load up on DVD Stalk apparel for the holiday shopping season. What better way to say Happy Holidays than with a DVD Stalk sweatshirt?! We hope you'll check out DVD Stalk and drop us a line to let us know what you think. Join us in the DVD Stalk Forum to chat about all things horror, friend us on DVD Stalk's MySpace, drop by the DVD Stalk Apparel Store, and be sure to check out DVD Talk's reviews of over 1,600 Horror DVDs.

A number of notable TV on DVD releases reviewed this week including: St. Elsewhere - Season 1 - one of American television's great odysseys finally makes its way onto DVD, and it was well worth the wait; 24: Season 5 - the shows best season, boasting strong performances, tight direction and ample suspense; Best of Match Game DVD Collection - an extremely enjoyable celeb game show from the seventies that's ripe for a comeback; Gene Simmons Family Jewels: The Complete Season 1 - a look at the relatively normal family life of Gene Simmons, well as normal as the family of a fire-breathing, blood-spitting, face-painted Seventies rock god can be;How I Met Your Mother: Season One - one of the few sitcoms to get the 'Friends' formula right, however Fox gets the DVD presentation all wrong. Visit the DVD Talk Review Database for all the latest reviews including an entire section devoted TV on DVD.

Silent DVD takes a look at a classic of early cinema this week when it reviews G. W. Pabst's 1929 classic Pandora's Box. This film made an international star out of Louise Brooks and is still as powerful and emotional today as it was 75 years ago. As usual, the folks at Criterion have put out an excellent package and they've included many rare bonus items including a 1974 interview with the reclusive Ms. Brooks. Pandora's Box is a set that should be tracked down by any silent film aficionado. Be sure to check out our review of Criterion's King of Kings as well as our recent look at the Lubitsch in Berlin series of films.

This week the DVD Savant has a number of new reviews including: Superman II The Richard Donner Cut - Warners reconstitutes most of Richard Donner's original "vision" of Superman II: A different beginning, a different ending, and more endearing performances from Christopher Reeve and Margot Kidder; The Wicker Man (2-Disc Set) - Anchor Bay returns to Summerisle again, this time with the coveted long original cut of this superlative horror picture; The Conformist - Bernardo Bertolucci's breakthrough picture still dazzles, with images so beautiful we forget to read the subtitles; Dean Martin Double Feature - Dino exercises his comedy skills opposite Tony Curtis and Janet Leigh in Who Was That Lady?, and seduces Stella Stevens in How to Save a Marriage (And Ruin Your Life); The Wild Blue Yonder - Werner Herzog's spacey Sci Fi picture is an anti-cinematic collage of unrelated images poetically standing in for a cosmic space odyssey. Read all this and more in this week's DVD Savant.

A strong week for notable DVDs including: The Devil Wears Prada [Review] - a terrific film that shouldn't be missed, with a fantastic performances and an engaging story World Trade Center [Review] - Oliver Stone drops any conspiracy theories in favor of telling the story of the real heroes of 9/11; Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby [Review] - Will Ferrell, John C. Reilly, Sacha Baron Cohen are each reason enough to pick this one up; Bugsy: Extended Cut [Review] - an extended cut of a film that actually improves it, not just another DVD marketing gimmick. Other notable DVDs out this week include: Barnyard [Review], The Chronicles of Narnia - The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe - Four Disc Extended Edition [Review], James Bond Ultimate Col 3 and James Bond Ultimate Col 4. 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.

This week we have a very special giveaway from R&B Films for the HD DVD release of Chronos. Originally presented in IMAX Theaters, Chronos is a tour de force featuring natural and man-made wonders presented through the magic of time-lapse cinematography. The Grand Prize Winner at the International OMNI-MAX Film festival, Chronos is also the first IMAX film to be presented in high-definition for a home audience. The Chronos HD DVD features: DTS-HD Surround - 96/24, DRS Mastering, Filmmaker's Commentary, Animated Globe illustrations of each location featured in the film, Detailed Annotations about each location featured in the film and more. Enter Now for your chance to win one of five copies of Chronos we're giving away this week.

With over 17,900 DVD reviews in the DVD Talk Review Database, it's easy to overlook some of the great reviews. Recent DVD Reviews include: A Scanner Darkly - Richard Linklater's faithful adaptation of Philip K. Dick's story is a visual treat; Lady in the Water - M. Night Shyamalan's latest doesn't exactly work, but that shouldn't stop you from renting it; John Water's This Filthy World - a Netflix exclusive, fresh off its debut at the Toronto International Film Fest; Rocky: Collector's Edition - the theatrical release of Balboa on the horizon, MGM finally gives Rocky the 2 disc special edition it deserves; Grey Gardens - Criterion - Criterion bundles the cult classic with The Beales Of Grey Gardens for a double shot at two completely eccentric counter-culture heroines; Saint of 9/11 - one of the more poignant and emotional post 9/11 docs, focused on Father Mychal Judge who perished in the collapse of the twin towers; Un Coeur en Hiver (A Heart in Winter) - simply THE best release from Koch Lorber Films yet 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 as well as a new feature which lets you Browse reviews by studio.

We're excited to announce the complete redesign and relaunch of Video Game Talk. Some of the writers you know and love from DVD Talk also give their no-nonsenses views on all the latest video games. You'll find reviews on all the latest games including a ton of reviews for XBOX 360, PS2 and Nintendo DS. We're also working on reviews for the newest video game platforms including Wii and PS3. We've also added News and Features to the mix. Check out the new VideoGameTalk.com now.

You can't go wrong when you've got Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Connelly, and Djimon Hounsou leading the way in your latest film, and Edward Zwick's Blood Diamond is no exception. The exciting search, through Sierra Leone, for a priceless "conflict diamond" unravels as Blood Diamond opens wide this weekend. Also in theaters this week is The Holiday - this sweet-natured Nancy Meyers film pairs Jack Black with Kate Winslet and Jude Law with Cameron Diaz; Apocalypto - Can audiences look past Mel Gibson's recent controversy, or maybe the question is - should they? and Unaccompanied Minors - a group of youngsters draw up their own holiday celebration while stranded in Chicago's O'Hare International Airport. Be sure to catch reviews of other recent Theatrical Films: Van Wilder 2: The Rise of Taj, The Nativity Story, Turistas, 10 Items or Less, Volver, The Fountain, Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny, Deck the Halls. As always, we invite you to share your thoughts on films in theaters in our Movie Talk Forum Area.

A ton of notable TV on DVD releases reviewed this week including: Friends: The Complete Series Collection - a 40 disc monster box of all things Friends comes in a nice compact package that will save a ton of shelf space; Bones - The Complete 1st Season - David Boreanaz and Emily Deschanel create a fantastic crime solving duo that will keep you engaged throughout the 22 episode season; Mission: Impossible - The Complete First TV Season - revisiting the original TV series will give you an entirely different perspective on the theatrical films and you'll rediscover just how amazing the series was; Animaniacs, Vol. 2 - building on the success of the first volume Warner Bros. gives fans exactly what they want; Pinky and the Brain, Vol. 2 - a solid spin off from Animaniacs which is aimed at a slightly older audience. Visit the DVD Talk Review Database for all the latest reviews including an entire section devoted TV on DVD.

This week the DVD Savant has a number of new reviews including: Preston Sturges The Filmmaker Collection - Almost all of the films of one of the best comedy writer-directors in history can be seen all at once; Glamour Girls - Kino packages five of its vintage romances, each starring a different screen siren; Sweetie - Jane Campion's early feature is an eccentric tale of the problems that come with having a disturbed sister; Preston Sturges The Filmmaker Collection - Almost all of the films of one of the best comedy writer-directors in history can be seen all at once; The Most Beautiful Wife - Italian director Damiano Damiani's strong tale of sex and power is based on a true scandal in Sicily. Read all this and more in this week's DVD Savant.

A strong week for notable DVDs including: Pirates Of The Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest [Review] - everybody's favorite pirate is back for another adventure on a packed DVD with enough treasures to satisfy even the most intense pirate fan; Miami Vice [Review] - Michael Mann's re-imaging of the popular 80's series with Jamie Foxx and Colin Farrell taxes the soul and confuses the mind but with with gripping performances and and an intense story it emerges as fairly enjoyable, yet frustrating crime caper; Saturday Night Live: S1 [Review] - the complete series finally gets released warts and all including both the famous sketches and ones that might have been better forgotten; The Premiere Frank Capra Collection [Review] - simply a must for any self respecting DVD collector or anyone who is madly in love with movies. Other notable DVDs out this week include: 1900, 24: Season 5, Black Christmas [Review], How to Eat Fried Worms, Kebab Connection, Mission Impossible: S1 [Review and Pulse [Review]. 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.

This week we have a number of clips from Happy Tree Friends: Season 1 - Cute, cuddly and horribly wrong...It's the Happy Tree Friends! No matter how innocently their day begins, it always ends in mayhem. Happy Tree Friends: Season 1 DVD features: the first nine 7-minute segments: The Wrong Side of the Tracks, From Hero to Eternity, And the Kitchen Sink, Party Animal, Ipso Fatso, Don't Yank My Chain, Dog Gone It, Concrete Solution, Sea What I Found, plus commentaries, storyboards, and more. Check out clips from the Happy Tree Friends: Season 1 DVD including: Don't Yank My Chain and Sea What I Found. (Get more info on Happy Tree Friends Third Strike DVD here). Be sure to catch past week's clips at DVD Talk TV.

This week we have a very special giveaway from BCI for the DVD release of Dungeons & Dragons - The Complete Series. One Of History's Greatest Role-Playing Games Comes To DVD with The Classic '80S Animated Series. The Dungeons & Dragons - The Complete Series DVD features: The all-new half hour documentary, "Entering the Realm of Dungeons & Dragons", Two commentary tracks for, Full length animated storyboard with interactive episode comparisons, "Choose Your Own Adventure" DVD Game, live-action short fan film, Extensive Gallery of original model sheets and memorabilia, Radio show presentation of unaired episode, Alternate and rare footage and more. Enter now for your chance to win one of five copies of Dungeons & Dragons - The Complete Series we're giving away this week.

With over 17,800 DVD reviews in the DVD Talk Review Database, it's easy to overlook some of the great reviews. Recent DVD Reviews include: Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby - an enjoyable treat for Will Ferrell fans including an additional thirteen minutes of extended footage and a wide array of enjoyable special features; Superman Ultimate Collector's Edition - a monumental collection, giving the fan every last bit of Superman cinema available in one knockout package; Bugsy - Extended Cut - an extended version of a movie that actually improves on the original with bonus features that are worth watching; Nirvana: Live! Tonight! Sold Out!! - originally conceived by Kurt Cobain and released shortly after his death, this documentary takes an unexpectedly raw and self effacing look at a band that reshaped modern popular music; Thin - a powerfully affecting documentary, showing clearly the horrific effects of eating disorders and also their insidious nature; Azumi - a rocking adventure film, probably Ryuhei Kitamura's best; The Beauty Academy of Kabul - the real hook of this movie is the enduring spirit of the women who have been living under the oppressive rule of the Taliban and who have now found a creative outlet for themselves. Visit the DVD Talk Review Database for all the latest reviews including an entire section devoted to reviews of DVDs out this week as well as a new feature which lets you Browse reviews by studio.

This week DVD Talk writer Paul Mavis had the opportunity to sit down and talk with Roy Disney. Growing up as the son of one of the founders of Disney and nephew to the great Walt Disney, Roy spent his childhood on the Disney Studio lot. When he grew up, Roy went into the family business, ultimately becoming the company's vice chairman and head of the animation department. Roy oversaw the golden age of Disney including The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast and The Lion King. Roy took time out of his still very busy schedule to speak about a project close to his heart Disney's True-Life Adventure Series. The True-Life Adventure Series -- a series of 13 groundbreaking films that captured the wonder of animals and nature and won eight Academy Awards -- epitomize the magic of Walt Disney. Read our complete interview with Roy Disney. Be sure to also check out our recent interviews with Kevin Smith, Jet Li, Michael Cuesta and Guy Pearce.

Kal Penn might have stolen the show in the first Van Wilder film, but in Van Wilder 2: The Rise of Taj he's got the lead role. Can Penn follow in the footsteps of Ryan Reynolds and turn this comedy into a cult hit? You decide as Van Wilder 2 opens wide this weekend. Also in theaters this week is The Nativity Story - the phenomenally talented Keisha Castle-Hughes stars in this Catherine Hardwicke film about Mary's life up until the birth of Jesus Christ; Turistas - all the trailers scream Hostel-copycat, but we doubt this fright flick will have the same glorious depravity as Eli Roth's masterpiece; and 10 Items or Less - Brad Silberling follows up Lemony Snicket with this indie film starring Morgan Freeman and Paz Vega. Be sure to catch reviews of other recent Theatrical Films: Volver, The Fountain, Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny, Deck the Halls, Deja Vu, Casino Royale, Fast Food Nation, Happy Feet, For Your Consideration. As always, we invite you to share your thoughts on films in theaters in our Movie Talk Forum Area.

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