[DVD Review] ‘Capture The Flag’: Now Available On DVD, Digital HD & On Demand From Paramount 1

[DVD Review] ‘Capture The Flag’: Now Available On DVD, Digital HD & On Demand From Paramount

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Director: Enrique Gato

Cast:  Dani Rovira, Michelle Jenner, Carme Calvell (VOICES)

Release Date: Now Available on DVD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Film Rating: 6.5/10
Disc Rating: 6.5/10

Synopsis:

Space travel runs in Mike Goldwing’s family: both his father and grandfather were astronauts. But the plucky 12-year-old’s estranged grandfather, Frank, has lived a life isolated from his family after missing out on the chance to make history as a member of the Apollo 11 crew. However, when Mike discovers that an eccentric billionaire plans to fly to the moon, claim its vast, valuable mineral resources, and destroy the American flag planted by the Apollo 11 astronauts, the countdown to a spectacular adventure begins! Mike, teamed with his grandfather, best friends Amy and Marty, and a clever chameleon, blasts off on an incredible moon-bound mission, determined to thwart the billionaire’s evil plan, capture the flag, and reunite his divided family. Continue reading “[DVD Review] ‘Capture The Flag’: Now Available On DVD, Digital HD & On Demand From Paramount”

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘My All American’: Now Available On Blu-ray, DVD & Digital HD From Universal 2

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘My All American’: Now Available On Blu-ray, DVD & Digital HD From Universal

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Director: Angelo Pizzo 

Cast: Aaron Eckhart, Finn Wittrock, Robin Tunney

Release Date: Now Available on Blu-ray & DVD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Film Rating: 8.5/10
Disc Rating: 7.5/10

Synopsis:

An unlikely football hero faces unexpected challenges with grit and grace in My All American , the true story of Freddie Steinmark. Although deemed too small as an athlete, Freddie (Finn Wittrock – The Big Short, “American Horror Story”) dreams of playing football and brings a fight to the game that is noticed by legendary coach Darrell Royal (Aaron Eckhart – The Dark Knight, Olympus Has Fallen), leading to a scholarship to play college football. With dedication and grueling practices, a victorious season is within reach, but Freddie then receives a shocking diagnosis and discovers what it truly means to have the heart of a champion. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘My All American’: Now Available On Blu-ray, DVD & Digital HD From Universal”

'Star Wars: The Force Awakens'; Arriving Early On Digital HD April 1 & On Blu-ray & DVD April 5, 2016 From Disney & Lucasfilm 3

‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’; Arriving Early On Digital HD April 1 & On Blu-ray & DVD April 5, 2016 From Disney & Lucasfilm

Star.Wars.The.Force.Awakens-Blu-ray.Cover-SideLucasfilm and Walt Disney Home Entertainment have officially announced and detailed the home entertainment releases of ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’. The good news is the film will arrive home early on Digital HD April 1 followed by Blu-ray Combo Pack and DVD on April 5, 2016. The bad news is that fellow 3D enthusiasts will be disappointed to find that no 3D Blu-ray release of the film has been scheduled. While some sources report a 3D Blu-ray release will arrive later this year, this is certainly disappointing news for those anxious to bring home the epic adventure in 3D. You can read the full announcement below followed by the Blu-ray and DVD artwork. Continue reading “‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’; Arriving Early On Digital HD April 1 & On Blu-ray & DVD April 5, 2016 From Disney & Lucasfilm”

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[Blu-Ray Review] ‘The Night Before’: Arrives On Blu-ray & DVD March 1, 2016 & On Digital Now From Sony

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Director: Jonathan Levine 

Cast: Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Seth Rogen, Anthony Mackie

Release Date: Available on Blu-ray & DVD March 1, 2016

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Film Rating: 8/10
Disc Rating: 8.5/10

Synopsis:

Ethan (Joseph Gordon-Levitt), Isaac (Seth Rogen) and Chris (Anthony Mackie) have been friends since childhood, and for a decade, their yearly Christmas Eve reunion has been an annual night of debauchery and hilarity. Now that they’re entering adulthood, the tradition is coming to an end, and to make it as memorable as possible, they set out to find the Nutcracka Ball – the Holy Grail of Christmas parties. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘The Night Before’: Arrives On Blu-ray & DVD March 1, 2016 & On Digital Now From Sony”

'Room'; Arriving On Blu-ray & DVD March 1, 2016 From Lionsgate 4

‘Room’; Arriving On Blu-ray & DVD March 1, 2016 From Lionsgate

Room-Blu-ray.CoverLionsgate Home Entertainment has officially announced and detailed the Academy Award Winning ‘Room’ starring Brie Larson, which interestingly will arrive home on Blu-ray and DVD on March 1, 2016 which for those not keeping track is tomorrow. You can read the full announcement below. Continue reading “‘Room’; Arriving On Blu-ray & DVD March 1, 2016 From Lionsgate”

[Blu-Ray Review] Wes Craven’s ‘The Serpent And The Rainbow’: Collector’s Edition Blu-ray Now Available From Scream Factory 5

[Blu-Ray Review] Wes Craven’s ‘The Serpent And The Rainbow’: Collector’s Edition Blu-ray Now Available From Scream Factory

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Director: Wes Craven

Cast: Bill Pullman, Cathy Tyson, Zakes Mokae

Release Date: Collector’s Edition Blu-ray Now Available

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Disc Rating: 8/10

Synopsis:

A Harvard anthropologist (Bill Pullman) is sent to Haiti to retrieve a strange powder that is said to have the power to bring human beings back from the dead. In his quest to find the miracle drug, the cynical scientist enters the rarely seen netherworld of walking zombies, blood rites and ancient curses. Based on the true life experiences of Wade Davis and filmed on location in Haiti, it’s a frightening excursion into black magic and the supernatural. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] Wes Craven’s ‘The Serpent And The Rainbow’: Collector’s Edition Blu-ray Now Available From Scream Factory”

'The Revenant'; Arrives On Digital HD March 22 & On 4K Ultra HD Disc, Blu-ray & DVD April 19, 2016 From Fox 6

‘The Revenant’; Arrives On Digital HD March 22 & On 4K Ultra HD Disc, Blu-ray & DVD April 19, 2016 From Fox

The.Revenant-Blu-ray.Cover-Side20th Century Fox Home Entertainment has officially announced and detailed the home entertainment releases of the Academy Award Winning film ‘The Revenant’ which will arrive early on Digital HD March 22, followed by 4K Ultra HD Disc, Blu-ray and DVD on April 19, 2016. You can read the full announcement below. Continue reading “‘The Revenant’; Arrives On Digital HD March 22 & On 4K Ultra HD Disc, Blu-ray & DVD April 19, 2016 From Fox”

'Daddy's Home'; Debuts On Blu-ray Combo Pack March 22 & On Digital HD March 8, 2016 From Paramount 7

‘Daddy’s Home’; Debuts On Blu-ray Combo Pack March 22 & On Digital HD March 8, 2016 From Paramount

Daddy's.Home-Blu-ray.Cover-SideParamount Home Media Distribution has now officially announced and detailed the home entertainment releases of ‘Daddy’s Home’ starring Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg. The film is scheduled to arrive home early on Digital HD March 8, with the Blu-ray Combo Pack and DVD to follow on March 22, 2016. You can read the full announcement below. Continue reading “‘Daddy’s Home’; Debuts On Blu-ray Combo Pack March 22 & On Digital HD March 8, 2016 From Paramount”

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Secret In Their Eyes’: Now Available On Blu-ray, DVD & Digital HD From Universal 8

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Secret In Their Eyes’: Now Available On Blu-ray, DVD & Digital HD From Universal

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Director: Billy Ray 

Cast: Chiwetel Ejiofor, Nicole Kidman, Julia Roberts

Release Date: Now Available on Blu-ray & DVD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Film Rating: 6.5/10
Disc Rating: 7.5/10

Synopsis:

A tight-knit team of investigators — Ray (Ejiofor), Jess (Roberts) and their supervisor Claire (Kidman) — is torn apart when Jess’s teenage daughter is brutally and inexplicably murdered. After obsessively searching for the elusive killer every day for 13 years, Ray finally uncovers a new lead that he’s certain will resolve the case. No one is prepared, however, for the shocking secret that will reveal the enduring, destructive effects of personal vengeance on the human soul. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Secret In Their Eyes’: Now Available On Blu-ray, DVD & Digital HD From Universal”

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘The Good Dinosaur’: Arrives On Blu-ray Combo Pack & DVD February 23, 2016 From Disney•Pixar 9

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘The Good Dinosaur’: Arrives On Blu-ray Combo Pack & DVD February 23, 2016 From Disney•Pixar

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Director: Peter Sohn

Cast: Jeffrey Wright, Frances McDormand, Maleah Nipay-Padilla (VOICES)

Release Date: Available on Blu-ray & DVD February 23, 2016

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Film Rating: 8/10
Disc Rating: 9/10

Synopsis:

From the innovative minds of Disney•Pixar comes a hilariously heartwarming adventure about the power of confronting and overcoming your fears and discovering who you are meant to be.

The Good Dinosaur asks the question: What if the asteroid that forever changed life on Earth missed the planet completely, and giant dinosaurs never became extinct? In this epic journey into the world of dinosaurs, an apatosaurus named Arlo makes an unlikely human friend. While traveling through a harsh and mysterious landscape, Arlo learns the power of confronting his fears and discovers what he is truly capable of.

Bring home this original story full of humor, heart, action and imagination, perfect for the whole family! Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘The Good Dinosaur’: Arrives On Blu-ray Combo Pack & DVD February 23, 2016 From Disney•Pixar”

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Spotlight’: Arrives On Blu-ray & DVD February 23, 2016 & On Digital HD Now From Universal 11

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Spotlight’: Arrives On Blu-ray & DVD February 23, 2016 & On Digital HD Now From Universal

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Director: Tom McCarthy 

Cast: Mark Ruffalo, Michael Keaton, Rachel McAdams

Release Date: Available on Blu-Ray & DVD February 23, 2016

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Film Rating: 10/10
Disc Rating: 7.5/10

Synopsis:

Michael Keaton (Birdman), Mark Ruffalo (Foxcatcher) in his Academy Award® nominated role and Rachel McAdams (Southpaw) in her Academy Award® nominated role lead a critically acclaimed cast in this gripping story of the Pulitzer Prize-winning investigation that uncovered a scandal that rocked one of the world’s oldest and most trusted institutions. Delving into allegations of child abuse within the local Catholic Archdiocese, a tenacious team of Boston Globe reporters exposes a decades-long cover-up that reaches the highest levels of Boston’s religious, legal, and government establishments. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Spotlight’: Arrives On Blu-ray & DVD February 23, 2016 & On Digital HD Now From Universal”

'Top Gun'; 30th Anniversary Limited Edition Blu-ray Steelbook Takes Flight May 3, 2016 From Paramount 12

‘Top Gun’; 30th Anniversary Limited Edition Blu-ray Steelbook Takes Flight May 3, 2016 From Paramount

Top.Gun-30th.Anniversary.Steelbook-Blu-ray.Cover-SideParamount Home Media Distribution has sent over details on an upcoming Limited Edition Steelbook release of ‘Top Gun’ in celebration of its 30th Anniversary. The Limited Edition Steelbook will be available on May 3, 2016 along with special features via Digital HD for the first time on May 10, 2016. You can check out the full announcement below. Continue reading “‘Top Gun’; 30th Anniversary Limited Edition Blu-ray Steelbook Takes Flight May 3, 2016 From Paramount”

Quentin Tarantino's 'The Hateful Eight'; Arriving On Digital HD March 15 & On Blu-ray & DVD March 29, 2016 From TWC & Anchor Bay 13

Quentin Tarantino’s ‘The Hateful Eight’; Arriving On Digital HD March 15 & On Blu-ray & DVD March 29, 2016 From TWC & Anchor Bay

The.Hateful.Eight-Blu-ray.Cover-SideAnchor Bay Entertainment along with The Weinstein Company have officially announced and detailed the home entertainment releases of Quentin Tarantino’s ‘The Hateful Eight’ which will arrive early on Digital HD March 15 with Blu-ray Combo Pack, DVD and VOD to follow on March 29, 2016. You can read the full announcement below. Continue reading “Quentin Tarantino’s ‘The Hateful Eight’; Arriving On Digital HD March 15 & On Blu-ray & DVD March 29, 2016 From TWC & Anchor Bay”

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Steve Jobs’: Now Available On Blu-ray, DVD & Digital HD From Universal 14

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Steve Jobs’: Now Available On Blu-ray, DVD & Digital HD From Universal

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Director: Danny Boyle 

Cast: Michael Fassbender, Kate Winslet, Seth Rogen

Release Date: Now Available on Blu-ray & DVD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Film Rating: 10/10
Disc Rating: 8/10

Synopsis:

Witness the founder of Apple like never before. Steve Jobs paints an intimate portrait of the brilliant man at the epicenter of the digital revolution, backstage in the final minutes before three iconic product launches. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Steve Jobs’: Now Available On Blu-ray, DVD & Digital HD From Universal”

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Trumbo’: Now Available On Blu-ray, DVD & Digital HD From Universal 15

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Trumbo’: Now Available On Blu-ray, DVD & Digital HD From Universal

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Director: Jay Roach 

Cast: Bryan Cranston, Louis C.K., Diane Lane

Release Date: Now Available on Blu-ray & DVD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Film Rating: 9.5/10
Disc Rating: 7/10

Synopsis:

In 1947, Dalton Trumbo (Bryan Cranston) was Hollywood’s top screenwriter until he and other artists were jailed and blacklisted for their political beliefs. Trumbo (directed by Jay Roach) recounts how Dalton used words and wit to win two Academy Awards and expose the absurdity and injustice of the blacklist, which entangled everyone from gossip columnist Hedda Hopper (Helen Mirren) to John Wayne, Kirk Douglas and Otto Preminger. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Trumbo’: Now Available On Blu-ray, DVD & Digital HD From Universal”

'The Big Short'; Debuts On Blu-ray Combo Pack March 15, 2016 From Paramount 16

‘The Big Short’; Debuts On Blu-ray Combo Pack March 15, 2016 From Paramount

The.Big.Short-Blu-ray.Cover-SideParamount Home Media Distribution has now officially announced and detailed the home entertainment releases of the acclaimed and Oscar nominated film ‘The Big Short’ which is set to arrive on Blu-ray Combo Pack and DVD March 15, 2016. You can read the full announcement below including bonus content listings, disc specs and more. Continue reading “‘The Big Short’; Debuts On Blu-ray Combo Pack March 15, 2016 From Paramount”

The Official Trailer For 'Pee-wee's Big Holiday' Is Here; Debuts March 18, 2016 Only On Netflix 17

The Official Trailer For ‘Pee-wee’s Big Holiday’ Is Here; Debuts March 18, 2016 Only On Netflix

Pee-wee's.Big.Holiday.Official.Trailer-Image-01Netflix has now released the Official Trailer for their upcoming Original Movie ‘Pee-wee’s Big Holiday’ which will be available to stream beginning March 18, 2016. You can watch the official trailer for the film below. Continue reading “The Official Trailer For ‘Pee-wee’s Big Holiday’ Is Here; Debuts March 18, 2016 Only On Netflix”

[Blu-Ray Review] ’99 Homes’: Now Available On Blu-ray* DVD & Digital HD From Broad Green 18

[Blu-Ray Review] ’99 Homes’: Now Available On Blu-ray* DVD & Digital HD From Broad Green

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Director: Ramin Bahrani

Cast: Andrew Garfield, Michael Shannon, Laura Dern

Release Date: Now Available on Blu-ray* (*A Best Buy Exclusive) & DVD (Everywhere)

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Film Rating: 9/10
Disc Rating: 7.5/10

Synopsis:

In this timely thriller, single father Dennis Nash (Andrew Garfield) is evicted from his home and his only chance to win it back is to go to work for Rick Carver (Michael Shannon), the charismatic and ruthless businessman who evicted him in the first place. It’s a deal-with-the-devil that provides security for his family; but as Nash falls deeper into Carver’s web, he finds his situation grows more brutal and dangerous than he ever imagined. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ’99 Homes’: Now Available On Blu-ray* DVD & Digital HD From Broad Green”