In a schlockmeister-meets-schlockmogul dream come true, CineSchlock-O-Rama talks shop with CineSchlocker royal Roger Corman who recently signed an ever-so-shrewd deal with Mickey's Buena Vista Home Entertainment to distribute his historic catalog of more than 400 flicks. In this exclusive interview, discover why the move was key, get schooled by The King of Bs on the economics of successful sequels, ponder the rebirth of creature features and more! Listen using this handy player or download the complete schlockcast (14 mins, 8 mb). First of the title tidal wave to hit shelves are truly special editions of Death Race 2000, Rock 'n' Roll High School and Big Bad Mama. Plus, proving how with-it Roger's Disney deal is -- just imagine eyeballing Death Race or Rock 'n' Roll High on your PSP!?! Oh, and let us not forget the digital debut of Roger's latest critter run amok -- DinoCroc -- who Corman winkingly wonders might be kin to Carnosaur.

This week the DVD Savant has a number of new reviews including: King Kong Two-Disc Special Edition - Warners' terrific disc has a gotta-see extra from Peter Jackson's WETA effects group among almost 3.5 hours of solid extras; The Son of Kong - this immediate sequel to King Kong is like the hangover after a big party; Mighty Joe Young - Willis O'Brien's technical marvel introduced Ray Harryhausen's animation artistry to the film in an underrated kid's story of a giant pet ape who becomes a great hero; State Fair - This double disc 60th Anniversary set includes two versions of Rodgers & Hammerstein's direct-to-Hollywood romantic musical; A Man Called Magnum - Grindhouse action fluff, Italian style; The Tales of Hoffmann - Criterion gives us Powell& Pressburger's opera epic, an extended exercise using their The Red Shoes stylistics; Punishment Park - New Yorker gives Peter Watkins' abrasively political fantasy an official domestic U.S. release. Read all this and more in this week's DVD Savant.

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: Star Wars: Episode III - Hip Hop Yoda; Batman Begins: 2-Disc Deluxe Edition - David S. Goyer discusses the ultra-secretive writing process, a featurette discussing the making of a digital Batman and a montage of various practical special effects tests; Charlie and the Chocolate Factory: 2-Disc Deluxe Edition - a rough animatic of the Oompa-Loompas' Mike Teavee song, including some Deep Roy rehearsal footage; Saw: Uncut Edition - a 60-second version of Saw, a promo for Saw II and a puppet version of Saw; Dr Who - City of Death - Mark III Jagaroth Battlecruiser advertisement; Jeopardy: An Inside Look at America's Favorite Quiz Show! - an alternate beginning of the first Ultimate Jeopardy Tournament where Alex Trebek is not wearing his pants. 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 we're really excited to bring you several clips from Chan-Wook Park's Sympathy For Mr. Vengeance - one of the most amazingly dark, complex and brutal film we've seen. Take a peek at Sympathy For Mr. Vengeance including : The Sympathy For Mr. Vengeance Trailer, Commentary with Park Chan-wook and two key scenes: Water and We're Different. (Get more info on the Sympathy For Mr. Vengeance DVD here.) Be sure to catch past week's clips at DVD Talk TV.

Anoter strong week filled with notable DVDs including: Murderball [Review] - in line for the best documentary of the year, this is a no-holds-barred look at the fascinating world of full contact paraplegic rugby; Sky High [Review] - an extremely enjoyable film for the entire family and a reminder that comic book superheros CAN be fore kids; March of the Penguins [Review] - another enjoyable documentary worth checking out; CSI: S5 [Review] - one of the series best seasons including an episode with Tarantino behind the camera. Other notable DVDs out this week include: Family Guy Vol 3, Lila Says [Review], Muppet Movie and World Series 2005: Chicago White Sox. 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 Best and Worst of American Idol Collector's Edition. This 3 Disc set features the highs and lows from the first four seasons of American Idol including: Season 1-4 Reviews, Top 2 Finalists audition footage, Paula Abdul in San Jose with the Idols, Best of The Worst with Paula, Season 4 interviews, an extended homecoming with Carrie Underwood and Bo Bice, and exclusive Paula Abdul interview and much more. We're giving away 5 copies of the The Best and Worst of American Idol Collector's Edition so enter now for your chance to win.

Now with over 14,000 DVD reviews in the DVD Talk Review Database, it's easy to overlook some of the great reviews. Recent DVD Reviews include: Jay and Silent Bob Do Degrassi - a nice treat for Kevin Smith fans and a great intro to a series with a serious following; Aqua Teen Hunger Force: Vol 4 - one of the funniest and just plain 'out there' shows on TV continues to receive excellent treatment on DVD; World Poker Tour: Best of Season Three - these episodes have solid replay value: the excitement isn't just in seeing who wins, but also in seeing how the best of the best play; Seinfeld - Season 5 & Season 6 Giftset - as fresh, creative, and funny as always, this is Seinfeld at its best; The Oprah Winfrey Show - 20th Anniversary DVD Collection - a look at the woman who redefined the TV talk show; Shoot the Piano Player - Criterion -a completely enjoyable film that is quirky and interesting blend of thrills and laughs; C.S.I. Season 5 - another fine installment in an excellent TV series featuring the first commentaries to involve the franchise's cast. 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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