[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Horrible Bosses 2’ Is Hilarious Fun; A Great Sequel: Own It Today On Blu-ray, DVD & Digital HD From Warner Bros

Horrible.Bosses.2-Blu-Ray-CoverHorrible Bosses 2 (Extended Cut) [Blu-Ray]

Director: Sean Anders

Cast: Jason Bateman, Jason Sudeikis, Charlie Day

Release Date: Own it today on Blu-Ray Combo Pack, DVD & Digital HD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

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

 

Synopsis:

Fed up with answering to higher-ups, Nick (Bateman), Dale (Day) and Kurt (Sudeikis) decide to become their own bosses by launching their own business in “Horrible Bosses 2.”  But a slick investor soon pulls the rug out from under them. Outplayed and desperate, and with no legal recourse, the three would-be entrepreneurs hatch a misguided plan to kidnap the investor’s adult son and ransom him to regain control of their company. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Horrible Bosses 2’ Is Hilarious Fun; A Great Sequel: Own It Today On Blu-ray, DVD & Digital HD From Warner Bros”

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘The Interview’ Is Smart & Hilarious; One Of The Funniest Films Of 2014: Own The ‘Freedom Edition’ Today On Blu-Ray From Sony

The.Interview-Freedom.Edition-Blu-Ray-Cover The Interview (Freedom Edition) [Blu-Ray]

Director(s): Evan Goldberg, Seth Rogen

Cast: James Franco, Seth Rogen, Randall Park

Release Date: Now Available on Blu-Ray & DVD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Film Rating: 9/10
Disc Rating: 9.5/10

 

Synopsis:

In the action-comedy The Interview, Dave Skylark (James Franco) and his producer Aaron Rapoport (Seth Rogen) run the popular celebrity tabloid TV show “Skylark Tonight.” When they discover that North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un is a fan of the show, they land an interview with him in an attempt to legitimize themselves as journalists. As Dave and Aaron prepare to travel to Pyongyang, their plans change when the CIA recruits them, perhaps the two least-qualified men imaginable, to assassinate Kim Jong-un. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘The Interview’ Is Smart & Hilarious; One Of The Funniest Films Of 2014: Own The ‘Freedom Edition’ Today On Blu-Ray From Sony”

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Dumb And Dumber To’ Is A Decent & Funny Sequel: Own It On Blu-ray Combo Pack Today From Universal

Dumb.And.Dumber.To-Blu-Ray-CoverDumb and Dumber To [Blu-Ray]

Director(s):  Bobby Farrelly, Peter Farrelly

Cast: Jim Carrey, Jeff Daniels, Rob Riggle

Release Date: Now Available on Blu-ray  Combo Pack & DVD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Film Rating: 6.5/10
Disc Rating: 9/10

 

Synopsis:

Jim Carrey and Jeff Daniels reprise their signature roles as Lloyd and Harry in the sequel to the smash hit that took the physical comedy and kicked it in the nuts: Dumb and Dumber To. The original film’s directors, Peter and Bobby Farrelly, take Lloyd and Harry on a road trip to find a child Harry never knew he had and the responsibility neither should ever, ever be given. Along for the ride are co-stars Kathleen Turner, Laurie Holden, and Rob Riggle. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Dumb And Dumber To’ Is A Decent & Funny Sequel: Own It On Blu-ray Combo Pack Today From Universal”

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Fright Night: 30th Anniversary Edition’: Limited Edition Series Blu-Ray Now Available (But Sold Out) From Twilight Time

Fright.Night.30th.Anniversary.Edition-LE-Blu-Ray-CoverFright Night (1985) (30th Anniversary Limited Edition) [Blu-Ray]

Director: Tom Holland

Cast: Chris Sarandon, William Ragsdale, Roddy McDowall

Release Date: Limited Edition Series Blu-Ray Now Available =SOLD OUT=

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

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

 

Plot Summary:

When a teenager learns that his next door neighbor is a vampire, no one will believe him. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Fright Night: 30th Anniversary Edition’: Limited Edition Series Blu-Ray Now Available (But Sold Out) From Twilight Time”

[Blu-Ray Review] Scream Factory Double Features: ‘Vampire’s Kiss’/’High Spirits’ & ‘Love At First Bite’/’Once Bitten’: Both Now Available On Blu-Ray From Scream Factory

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Get ready for plenty of laughs along with a few thrills as Scream Factory unleashes four cult classic Horror Comedies from the 70’s & 80’s in glorious high definition in the form of two new Double Feature Blu-Ray releases. The first Double Feature release includes Nicolas Cage in ‘Vampire’s Kiss’ along with Steve Guttenberg in ‘High Spirits’, while the second Double Feature release consists of George Hamilton in ‘Love at First Bite’ paired with a young Jim Carrey in ‘Once Bitten’, all four finally arriving home on Blu-Ray. Hit the jump for our full review of both these Double Feature Blu-Ray releases if you haven’t already closed the browser window and headed off to pick up your own copies. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] Scream Factory Double Features: ‘Vampire’s Kiss’/’High Spirits’ & ‘Love At First Bite’/’Once Bitten’: Both Now Available On Blu-Ray From Scream Factory”

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Nightcrawler’ Is A Masterpiece With A Phenomenal Performance By Gyllenhaal: Own It On Blu-ray Combo Pack Today From Universal

Nightcrawler-Blu-Ray-CoverNightcrawler [Blu-Ray]

Director: Dan Gilroy

Cast: Jake Gyllenhaal, Rene Russo, Bill Paxton

Release Date: Now Available on Blu-ray  Combo Pack & DVD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

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

 

Synopsis:

NIGHTCRAWLER is a thriller set in the nocturnal underbelly of contemporary Los Angeles. Jake Gyllenhaal stars as Lou Bloom, a driven young man desperate for work who discovers the high-speed world of L.A. crime journalism. Finding a group of freelance camera crews who film crashes, fires, murder and other mayhem, Lou muscles into the cut-throat, dangerous realm of nightcrawling – where each police siren wail equals a possible windfall and victims are converted into dollars and cents. Aided by Rene Russo as Nina, a veteran of the blood-sport that is local TV news, Lou blurs the line between observer and participant to become the star of his own story. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Nightcrawler’ Is A Masterpiece With A Phenomenal Performance By Gyllenhaal: Own It On Blu-ray Combo Pack Today From Universal”

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Predestination’ Is Smart & Gorgeous; The Spierig Brothers’ Best Film Yet: Own It Today On Blu-Ray & DVD From Sony

Predestination-Blu-Ray-CoverPredestination [Blu-Ray]

Director(s): The Spierig Brothers

Cast: Ethan Hawke, Sarah Snook, Noah Taylor

Release Date: Now Available on Blu-Ray & DVD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

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

 

Plot Summary:

The life of a time-traveling Temporal Agent. On his final assignment, he must pursue the one criminal that has eluded him throughout time. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Predestination’ Is Smart & Gorgeous; The Spierig Brothers’ Best Film Yet: Own It Today On Blu-Ray & DVD From Sony”

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘101 Dalmatians’ Finally Comes Home In Beautiful HD With The Diamond Treatment: Own The Diamond Edition On Blu-Ray Combo Pack Today From Disney

Disneys.101.Dalmations-DE-Blu-Ray-Cover101 Dalmatians (1961) (Diamond Edition) [Blu-Ray]

Director(s): Clyde Geronimi, Hamilton Luske, Wolfgang Reitherman

Cast: Rod Taylor, Betty Lou Gerson, J. Pat O’Malley (VOICES)

Release Date: Now Available on Diamond Edition Blu-Ray Combo Pack

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Disc Rating: 10/10

 

Plot Summary:

When a litter of dalmatian puppies are abducted by the minions of Cruella De Vil, the parents must find them before she uses them for a diabolical fashion statement. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘101 Dalmatians’ Finally Comes Home In Beautiful HD With The Diamond Treatment: Own The Diamond Edition On Blu-Ray Combo Pack Today From Disney”

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Poker Night’ Is Decent Bloody Fun With A Great Cast: Now Available On Blu-Ray & DVD From XLrator Media

Poker.Night-Blu-Ray-CoverPoker Night [Blu-Ray]

Director: Greg Francis

Cast: Beau Mirchoff, Ron Perlman, Giancarlo Esposito

Release Date: Now Available on Blu-Ray & DVD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Film Rating: 6.5/10
Disc Rating: 7/10

 

Synopsis:

When you become a detective in Warsaw Indiana – you go to Poker Night, where you play against some of the best cops in the business. They tell you stories about their time on the job – their successes and failures. When new Detective Stan Jeter leaves the game, he is caught by a vicious psychopath and locked in a basement. Using the stories he heard at Poker Night, he must match wits against his captor – and save not only himself, but the young girl trapped in the basement with him. Like Seven and Usual Suspect, Poker Night combines thrills and twists and turns that will leave you guessing till the very end. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Poker Night’ Is Decent Bloody Fun With A Great Cast: Now Available On Blu-Ray & DVD From XLrator Media”

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Dracula Untold’ Is An Action-Packed Good Time: Own It On Blu-ray Combo Pack Today From Universal

Dracula.Untold-Blu-Ray-CoverDracula Untold [Blu-Ray]

Director: Gary Shore

Cast: Luke Evans, Dominic Cooper, Sarah Gadon

Release Date: Now Available on Blu-ray  Combo Pack & DVD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Film Rating: 7/10
Disc Rating: 9/10

 

Synopsis:

For almost a century, the legend of Dracula has mesmerized audiences with the story of a charismatic royal who feasts on the blood of innocents after the sun goes down. Dracula Untold reveals the man behind the myth in the thrilling, action-packed tale of Vlad III, Prince of Wallachia (Luke Evans – The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies, Fast & Furious 6), who makes a terrifying deal with a supernatural ally that will allow him to save his family and his country – at the cost of his soul. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Dracula Untold’ Is An Action-Packed Good Time: Own It On Blu-ray Combo Pack Today From Universal”

[Movie Review] ‘The Voices’ Is A Deliciously Twisted Dark Comedy Masterpiece; Reynolds’ Best Performance Yet: In Theaters & On Demand February 6th From Lionsgate

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The Voices

Director: Marjane Satrapi

Cast: Ryan Reynolds, Gemma Arterton, Anna Kendrick

Release Date: In Select Theaters & On Demand February 6th

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Film Rating: 9/10

 

Synopsis:

Jerry (Ryan Reynolds) is that chipper guy clocking the nine-to-five at a bathtub factory, with the offbeat charm of anyone who could use a few friends. With the help of his court-appointed psychiatrist, he pursues his office crush (Gemma Arterton). However, the relationship takes a sudden, murderous turn after she stands him up for a date. Guided by his evil talking cat and benevolent talking dog, Jerry must decide whether to keep striving for normalcy, or indulge in a much more sinister path. Continue reading “[Movie Review] ‘The Voices’ Is A Deliciously Twisted Dark Comedy Masterpiece; Reynolds’ Best Performance Yet: In Theaters & On Demand February 6th From Lionsgate”

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Starry Eyes’ Is Gruesome & Mind-Twisting Magnificence: Now Available On Blu-Ray & DVD From MPI & Dark Sky Films

Starry.Eyes-Blu-Ray-CoverStarry Eyes [Blu-Ray]

Director(s): Kevin Kolsch, Dennis Widmyer

Cast: Alex Essoe, Amanda Fuller, Noah Segan

Release Date: Now Available on Blu-Ray & DVD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Film Rating: 9.5/10
Disc Rating: 9/10

 

Synopsis:

Determined to make it as an actress in Hollywood, Sarah Walker (Alex Essoe, Passion Play, Boy Toy) spends her days working a dead-end job, enduring petty friendships with other struggling artists and competing actors, and going on countless casting calls in hopes of catching her big break. After a series of strange auditions, Sarah lands the leading role in a film from a mysterious production company. But this opportunity comes with some bizarre conditions that will transform her both mentally and physically into something beautiful … and altogether terrifying. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Starry Eyes’ Is Gruesome & Mind-Twisting Magnificence: Now Available On Blu-Ray & DVD From MPI & Dark Sky Films”

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Horns’ Is Disturbing, Often Hilarious & Beautifully Shot; One Of Aja’s Best Films Yet: Now Available on Blu-Ray & DVD from Radius TWC & Anchor Bay

Horns-Blu-Ray-CoverHorns [Blu-Ray]

Director: Alexandre Aja

Cast: Daniel Radcliffe, Juno Temple, Max Minghella

Release Date: Now Available on Blu-Ray & DVD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Film Rating: 8/10
Disc Rating: 7.5/10

 

Plot Summary:

In the aftermath of his girlfriend’s mysterious death, a young man awakens to find strange horns sprouting from his temples. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Horns’ Is Disturbing, Often Hilarious & Beautifully Shot; One Of Aja’s Best Films Yet: Now Available on Blu-Ray & DVD from Radius TWC & Anchor Bay”

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘John Wick’ Is Action-Packed Insanity; One Of The Best American Action Films In Years: Arrives On Blu-Ray & DVD February 3rd From Summit & Lionsgate 1

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘John Wick’ Is Action-Packed Insanity; One Of The Best American Action Films In Years: Arrives On Blu-Ray & DVD February 3rd From Summit & Lionsgate

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Director(s): Chad Stahelski, David Leitch (uncredited)

Cast: Keanu Reeves, Michael Nyqvist, Adrianne Palicki

Release Date:February 3, 2015

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

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

Synopsis:

When sadistic young thugs senselessly attack John Wick – a brilliantly lethal ex-assassin – they have no idea that they’ve just awakened the boogeyman.  With New York City as his bullet-riddled playground, Wick embarks on a merciless rampage, hunting down his adversaries with the skill and ruthlessness that made him an underworld legend. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘John Wick’ Is Action-Packed Insanity; One Of The Best American Action Films In Years: Arrives On Blu-Ray & DVD February 3rd From Summit & Lionsgate”

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Ouija’ Looks Good & Has Some Solid Effects Yet Suffers In Many Other Ways: Own The Blu-ray Combo Pack On February 3rd From Universal

Ouija-Blu-Ray-CoverOuija [Blu-Ray]

Director: Stiles White

Cast: Olivia Cooke, Ana Coto, Daren Kagasoff

Release Date: Own it on Blu-ray  Combo Pack & DVD On February 3rd

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Film Rating: 5/10
Disc Rating: 8/10

 

Plot Summary:

A group of friends must confront their most terrifying fears when they awaken the dark powers of an ancient spirit board. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Ouija’ Looks Good & Has Some Solid Effects Yet Suffers In Many Other Ways: Own The Blu-ray Combo Pack On February 3rd From Universal”

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Justice League: Throne Of Atlantis’ Is A Solid Follow-up To ‘JL: War’: Own It Today On Blu-Ray Combo Pack & DVD From Warner Bros. & DC Comics

Justice.League.Throne.Of.Atlantis-Blu-Ray-CoverJustice League: Throne of Atlantis [Blu-Ray]

Director: Ethan Spaulding

Cast: Jason O’Mara, Matt Lanter, Christopher Gorham (VOICES)

Release Date: Own it today on Blu-Ray Combo Pack, DVD & Digital HD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Film Rating: 7/10
Disc Rating: 9/10

 

Plot Summary:

In the aftermath of Justice League: War, the world is at peace or so it seems. When Atlantis attacks the Metropolis for the death of their king. But the Queen has different plans and requires the Justice League to find her lost son. But while they search for him, Atlantian troops; lead by Ocean Master, continue their assault. Who will win? Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Justice League: Throne Of Atlantis’ Is A Solid Follow-up To ‘JL: War’: Own It Today On Blu-Ray Combo Pack & DVD From Warner Bros. & DC Comics”

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Why Don’t You Play In Hell?’ Is Bloody, Over The Top Fun: Now Available On Blu-Ray & DVD From Drafthouse Films

Why.Dont.You.Play.In.Hell-Blu-Ray-CoverWhy Don’t You Play In Hell? [Blu-Ray]

Director: Sion Sono

Cast: Jun Kunimura, Fumi Nikaidô, Shin’ichi Tsutsumi

Release Date: Now Available on Blu-Ray & DVD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Film Rating: 9/10
Disc Rating: 8.5/10

 

Plot Summary:

A renegade film crew becomes embroiled with a yakuza clan feud. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Why Don’t You Play In Hell?’ Is Bloody, Over The Top Fun: Now Available On Blu-Ray & DVD From Drafthouse Films”

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘The Judge’ Is Well Constructed Drama That Shines With Exceptional Performances: Own It Today On Blu-ray, DVD & Digital HD From Warner Bros

The.Judge-BluRay-CoverThe Judge [Blu-Ray]

Director: David Dobkin

Cast: Robert Downey Jr., Robert Duvall, Billy Bob Thornton

Release Date: Own it today on Blu-Ray Combo Pack, DVD & Digital HD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

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

 

Synopsis:

In “The Judge,” Downey stars as big city lawyer Hank Palmer, who returns to his childhood home where his estranged father, the town’s judge (Duvall), is suspected of murder. He sets out to discover the truth and along the way reconnects with the family he walked away from years before.    Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘The Judge’ Is Well Constructed Drama That Shines With Exceptional Performances: Own It Today On Blu-ray, DVD & Digital HD From Warner Bros”