It's been a while since DVD Stalk has hit you with the latest horror DVD release info but we're back on track! This month we take a look at some of the more interesting genre releases and reviews that have shown up in DVD Talk's ever expanding DVD Review Database including The Evil Dead: The Ultimate Edition - Anchor Bay, the culprits behind all but the original Elite DVD release of the film, have seen fit to go back to the well that Raimi built one more time with yet another release of this genre milestone; Storm Warning - an Australian survival horror/slash film which manages to be both entertaining and sufficiently gory as to be worth a look; and David Fincher's 2-Disc director's cut HDM release of Zodiac - One of the most acclaimed thrillers of 2007. All this, plus discs that may have flown under your radar and a look at an overlooked DVD from the past in this month's DVD Stalk!

Matthew McConaughey and Kate Hudson plunge into the deep blue sea in search of Fool's Gold. What they end up with is a soggy romantic adventure film. The Hottie and the Nottie shows audiences that when Paris Hilton is the best part of a movie, the end of days is drawing near. And former wild card Martin Lawrence returns to his emasculated roots in the boisterous Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins. Also opening: Vince Vaughn hits the road with his Wild West Comedy Show, Colin Farrell attempts to escape In Bruges, and Ethiopian women are handed a solid helping of hope in the arresting documentary A Walk to Beautiful. Be sure to catch reviews of other recent Theatrical Films: Taxi to the Dark Side, Strange Wilderness, The Eye, Hannah Montana/Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds Concert Tour , Billy the Kid, and The Air I Breathe. As always, we invite you to share your thoughts on films In Theaters in our Movie Talk Forum.

This seems to be the week when we review complete Television series. New TV reviews include:  Angel: The Complete Series - a spin off from the popular Buffy the Vampire Slayer series, this is a modern, supernatural soap opera geared toward a smarter, younger generation that has just enough street savvy to make itself stand out from the crowd; Extras - The Complete Series - a brilliant series from the creators of The Office that is completely hilarious and comes highly recommended; Rosemary & Thyme - The Complete Series - Leisurely, unruffled, and genialy, this complete series collection should find welcome viewers who like their murder mysteries with a light, knowing touch.; Other shows include:  Curb Your Enthusiasm - The Complete Sixth Season, Weird Science - The Complete Seasons 1 & 2, The Riches - Season 1, Kingdom - Series Two, and Cops: 20th Anniversary Edition.  Want more?  Check out all of the TV on DVD reviews in the DVDTalk database.

This week the DVD Savant has a number of new reviews including: 'Breaker' Morant - Bruce Beresford's searing drama investigates the arrest and trial of three commando fighters in the Boer war for committing battlefield 'murders' -- that were mandated by their superior officers. A gripping true story, with great performances from Edward Woodward, Jack Thompson and Bryan Brown; Indiscreet - Stanley Donen directed this nearly perfect romantic confection starring Cary Grant and Ingrid Bergman about a classy affair between a stage star and a millionaire; Payday - Tired of films that are the equivalent of junk food? Rip Torn and director Daryl Duke show them how it's done in this sharp and uncompromising tale of a country western star on a tear. One of the best of the early 70s 'freedom of the screen' movies; and Halleluja Italo-Western Box -a Region 2 Pal release of three Spaghetti Westerns centered around characters named Hallelujah -- and one that just has Hallelujah in the title: Ein Halleluja Fur Camposanto, Man Nennt Mich Halleluja and Sando Kid Spricht Das Letzte Halleluja. Read all this and more in this week's DVD Savant.

Another banner week for DVDs with the studios releasing some great films and boxed sets such as:  The Aristocats: Special Edition [review] - a fun selection from the tail end of the original classic period of Disney studio animation it's full of colorful characters, great songs, and beautiful animation; The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford [review] - a reimagining of familiar, rough American folklore as a more nuanced and sensitive portrait of one man's soul; and Across the Universe [review]- a visually arresting musical set to dozens of The Beatles' most enduring songs; Other releases of note include:  Elizabeth - The Golden Age [review], The Jane Austen Book Club,  The Brave One, Mystery Science Theater 3000 Collection - Volume 10.2, and Third Watch - The Complete First Season. 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.

An ex-cop turned sex therapist is pulled into the seedy world of fetish and S&M when her ex-lover seeks her advice on a sordid murder case. New on DVD from KOCH VISION, award-winning writer/creator Kay Mellor (Band of Gold) pushes TV boundaries once again with the sexy, new series Strictly Confidential (view teaser and go behind-the-scenes). Also debuting on DVD is the multi-million dollar WWII epic Dresden. Enjoy these clips from the awe-inspiring mini-series: Mission Target, Air Attack, The Inferno. Meanwhile, KOCH LORBER FILMS presents two internationally acclaimed documentaries: 9 Star Hotel (view trailer) and the Independent Spirit Award-nominated The Monastery: Mr. Vig & the Nun. (view trailer)

This week we have a special giveaway from Genius Products and Classic Media for Turok: Son of Stone. A great warrior in a lost land is about to find his destiny when TUROK: SON OF STONE charges onto DVD for the first time February 5th. This production draws on the original 1950s comic book series, as well as influences ranging from Frank Miller to Akira Kurosawa, to create a dark, intense, epic reimagining of Turok's origin story. For the generation of fans who grew up on Turok video games as well as new devotees of the legendary franchise, this film is a chance to peer into the heart of the hero - and witness the birth of the legend. Turok gamers will love this return to the original story. Enter now for your chance to win one of 5 copies of Turok: Son of Stone on DVD.

This week the DVD Talk Review Database has some great new entries, including some discs you may have overlooked. Recent DVD Reviews include: The Legend of Butch & Sundance - Deftly written, with smart direction and three charismatic leads make this an engaging comedy romance oater that holds up quite nicely; King of California - a delightful and exuberant tale that come highly recommended; Alex Haley's Queen - a beautifully realized and touching account of the other side of Alex Haley's family story, and it will be appreciated by Roots fans everywhere; Other recent reviews include: War Made Easy: How Presidents and Pundits Keep Spinning Us to Death, Les Miserables: 10th Anniversary Concert at London's Royal Albert Hall, Big Bang Love, Juvenile A, Die and Let Live, and Coma (2007).  Visit the DVD Talk Review Database for all the latest reviews including an entire section devoted to reviews of DVDs out this week and the ability to browse reviews by studio.

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