[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Star Wars: The Clone Wars – The Lost Missions’ Concludes The Series With A Bang; Now Available on Blu-Ray & DVD From Lucasfilm & Disney

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Cast: Tom Kane, Dee Bradley Baker, Matt Lanter (VOICES)

Release Date: Own It Today On Blu-ray & DVD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Disc Rating: 9/10

 

Synopsis:

Against a backdrop of ever-shifting loyalties, uneasy alliances and ancient hostilities, the conflict between the Republic and the Separatists ramps up, setting the stage for Darth Sidious’ ultimate act of treachery against the Jedi. In these uncertain times, some of the deepest mysteries of the light and dark sides of the Force are revealed as an intrepid clone trooper uncovers a shocking conspiracy, Anakin Skywalker’s closest relationship is tested to its limits, and Master Yoda makes a discovery that could forever change the balance of power in the galaxy. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Star Wars: The Clone Wars – The Lost Missions’ Concludes The Series With A Bang; Now Available on Blu-Ray & DVD From Lucasfilm & Disney”

[DVD Review]“Sith Roast: Decaf!” ‘Phineas And Ferb: Star Wars’; Own It On DVD Today From Disney

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Phineas and Ferb: Star Wars (Star Wars IV: A New Hope – Retold & ReFERBished) [DVD]

Director(s):  Robert Hughes (as Robert F. Hughes) , Sue Perrotto

Cast: Vincent Martella, Ashley Tisdale, Thomas Brodie-Sangster (VOICES)

Release Date: Now Available on DVD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Disc Rating: 9/10

 

Synopsis:

A couple summers ago in a galaxy far, far away, Phineas and Ferb are happily basking in the glow of Tatooine’s twin suns – until plans for the Death Star accidentally fall into their hands, thrusting them (and Agent P) into a galactic rebellion and an epic struggle of good versus evil in Phineas And Ferb: Star Wars.

Will Phineas and Ferb be able to resist the Dark Side? Will Stormtrooper Candace finally bust a Rebel? Can Agent P stop Darthenshmirtz from using his Force-powered “Sith-Inator”?

Featuring 5 additional episodes for over 2 hours of action-packed fun, this mind-blowing, intergalactic adventure is a blast for all ages! May the Ferb be with you…always. Continue reading “[DVD Review]“Sith Roast: Decaf!” ‘Phineas And Ferb: Star Wars’; Own It On DVD Today From Disney”

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer: 50th Anniversary Collector’s Edition’; Now Available On Blu-Ray & DVD

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Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer (50th Anniversary Collector’s Edition) [Blu-Ray]

Director: Larry Roemer

Cast: Billie Mae Richards, Burl Ives, Paul Soles (VOICES)

Release Date: 50th Anniversary Collector’s Edition Blu-Ray & DVD Now Available

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Disc Rating: 8.5/10

Plot Summary:

Sam the snowman tells us the story of a young red-nosed reindeer who, after being ousted from the reindeer games because of his beaming honker, teams up with Hermey, an elf who wants to be a dentist, and Yukon Cornelius, the prospector. They run into the Abominable Snowman and find a whole island of misfit toys. Rudoph vows to see if he can get Santa to help the toys, and he goes back to the North Pole on Christmas Eve. But Santa’s sleigh is fogged in. But when Santa looks over Rudolph, he gets a very bright idea… Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer: 50th Anniversary Collector’s Edition’; Now Available On Blu-Ray & DVD”

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘The Following: The Complete Second Season’; Own It Today On Blu-Ray Combo & DVD From Warner Bros

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The Following: The Complete Second Season [Blu-Ray]

Cast: Kevin Bacon, James Purefoy, Shawn Ashmore

Release Date: Own It Today On Blu-ray™ Combo & DVD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Disc Rating: 10/10

 

Synopsis:

Golden Globe winner and Emmy® nominee Kevin Bacon and UK’s James Purefoy (Rome) star in this hit psychological thriller from Kevin Williamson (The Vampire Diaries, Scream). Heading into its intense, spellbinding second season, the show catches up with a healthy and healed Ryan Hardy (Kevin Bacon) a year after the tragic events of last season. Following a horrific new murder spree, the FBI calls on Ryan and Mike Weston (Shawn Ashmore) to speak with the lone survivor, Lily Gray (Connie Nielsen), in order to help them solve the case. Having worked tirelessly to rehabilitate his life, Ryan is reluctant to re-engage with the FBI. Instead, he proceeds with his own investigation behind closed doors, and finds a valuable ally in his niece, Max Hardy (Jessica Stroup), an NYPD cop working in the Intel Division. Throughout the season, Ryan will cross paths with several complicated individuals, including Mandy Lang (Tiffany Boone) and the enigmatic Luke (Sam Underwood), which furthers his suspicion that Joe Carroll’s (James Purefoy) reign of terror is far from over. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘The Following: The Complete Second Season’; Own It Today On Blu-Ray Combo & DVD From Warner Bros”

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Adventure Time: The Complete Fourth Season’; Own It Today On Blu-Ray & DVD From Cartoon Network & Warner Bros

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Adventure Time: The Complete Fourth Season [Blu-Ray]

Cast: Jeremy Shada, John DiMaggio (VOICES)

Release Date: Own It Today On Blu-ray™ & DVD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Disc Rating: 8/10

 

Plot Summary:

A human boy named Finn and adoptive brother and best friend Jake the Dog, protect the citizens of the Land of Ooo from foes of various shapes and sizes.

In the fourth season of the Emmy® Award-winning series created by Ward and produced by Cartoon Network Studios, fans witnessed Finn become infatuated with the Flame Princess in “Hot to the Touch,” anxiously looked on as Finn and Jake escaped from the clutches of Marceline’s demon father, Hunson Abadeer, in “They Went to the Nightosphere,” and followed alongside BMO on its journey to recover Finn’s missing sock in “BMO Noire.” Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Adventure Time: The Complete Fourth Season’; Own It Today On Blu-Ray & DVD From Cartoon Network & Warner Bros”

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Bates Motel: Season Two’ Only Improves On This Already Spectacular Series; Own It Today On Blu-ray & DVD From Universal

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Bates Motel: Season Two [Blu-Ray]

Cast: Vera Farmiga, Freddie Highmore, Max Thieriot

Release Date: Own It Today On Blu-ray™  & DVD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Disc Rating: 8.5/10

 

Plot Summary:

“Bates Motel” is a contemporary prequel to the genre-defining film “Psycho,” and gives a portrayal of how Norman Bates’ (Freddie Highmore) psyche unravels through his teenage years. Fans discover the dark, twisted backstory of Norman Bates and how deeply intricate his relationship with his mother, Norma (Vera Farmiga), truly is. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Bates Motel: Season Two’ Only Improves On This Already Spectacular Series; Own It Today On Blu-ray & DVD From Universal”

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Spartacus: The Complete Series; Now Available On Blu-Ray & DVD From Starz/Anchor Bay Entertainment

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Spartacus: The Complete Series [Blu-Ray]

Cast:  Andy Whitfield, Liam McIntyre, Lucy Lawless

Release Date: Now Available on Blu-Ray & DVD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Disc Rating: 10/10

 

Synopsis:

The inspiration behind this series is the Thracian Gladiator Spartacus, who led a slave uprising against the Roman Republic. The Thracians had been persuaded by Claudius Glaber to serve as auxiliaries in the Roman legions in a campaign against the Getae, who had often plundered Thracian lands. However after Glaber reneges on the deal and switches his attentions from the Getae to attack Mithridates in Asia Minor, the Thracians feel betrayed and mutiny. Captured by Glaber, Spartacus is condemned to death as a Gladiator, whilst his wife Sura is condemned to slavery. Spartacus, however, proves to be a formidable gladiator, and defeats the four gladiators tasked with executing him. He becomes a favorite of the crowd, leading Senator Albinius to commute his death sentence to a life of slavery. Spartacus is purchased by Batiatus for gladiator training, who promises to help him find Sura if he proves himself in training. As the series develops, the story follows the betrayals and machinations of Roman life and a tale of one man’s heroic quest for vengeance. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Spartacus: The Complete Series; Now Available On Blu-Ray & DVD From Starz/Anchor Bay Entertainment”

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Hannibal: Season Two’ Is Beautifully Dark & Mesmerizing Television; Own It Today On Blu-Ray & DVD From Lionsgate Home Entertainment

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Hannibal: Season Two [Blu-Ray]

Cast: Hugh Dancy, Mads Mikkelsen, Laurence Fishburne

Release Date: Own It Today On Blu-ray™ & DVD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Disc Rating: 10/10

 

Plot Summary:

Explores the early relationship between the renowned psychiatrist and his patient, a young FBI criminal profiler, who is haunted by his ability to empathize with serial killers. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Hannibal: Season Two’ Is Beautifully Dark & Mesmerizing Television; Own It Today On Blu-Ray & DVD From Lionsgate Home Entertainment”

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Arrow: The Complete Second Season’; Own It Today On Blu-Ray Combo & DVD From Warner Bros & DC

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Arrow: The Complete Second Season [Blu-Ray]

Cast: Stephen Amell, Katie Cassidy, David Ramsey

Release Date: Own It Today On Blu-ray™ Combo & DVD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Disc Rating: 10/10

Synopsis:

Oliver Queen and his father are lost at sea when their luxury yacht sinks, apparently in a storm. His father dies, but Oliver survives for five years on an uncharted island and eventually returns home. But he wasn’t alone on the island where he learned not only how to fight and survive but also of his father’s corruption and unscrupulous business dealings. He returns to civilization a changed man, determined to put things right. He disguises himself with the hood of one of his mysterious island mentors, arms himself with a bow and sets about hunting down the men and women who have corrupted his city. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Arrow: The Complete Second Season’; Own It Today On Blu-Ray Combo & DVD From Warner Bros & DC”

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘The Vampire Diaries: The Complete Fifth Season’; Own It Today On Blu-Ray Combo & DVD From Warner Bros Entertainment

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The Vampire Diaries: The Complete Fifth Season [Blu-Ray]

Cast: Nina Dobrev, Paul Wesley, Ian Somerhalder

Release Date: Own It Today On Blu-ray™ Combo & DVD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Disc Rating: 10/10

Synopsis:

The vampire brothers Damon and Stefan Salvatore, eternal adolescents, having been leading ‘normal’ lives, hiding their bloodthirsty condition, for centuries, moving on before their non-aging is noticed. They are back in the Virginia town where they became vampires. Stefan is noble, denying himself blood to avoid killing, and tries to control his evil brother Damon. Stefan falls in love with schoolgirl Elena, whose best friend is a witch, like her grandma. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘The Vampire Diaries: The Complete Fifth Season’; Own It Today On Blu-Ray Combo & DVD From Warner Bros Entertainment”

[DVD Review] ‘The Goldbergs: The Complete First Season’; Own It Today On DVD From Sony

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The Goldbergs: The Complete First Season [DVD]

Cast: Wendi McLendon-Covey, Jeff Garlin, George Segal

Release Date: Own It Today On DVD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Disc Rating: 9/10

 

Plot Summary:

Before there were parenting blogs, trophies for showing up, and peanut allergies, there was a simpler time called the ’80s. For geeky 11-year old Adam these were his wonder years and he faced them armed with a video camera to capture all the crazy. Continue reading “[DVD Review] ‘The Goldbergs: The Complete First Season’; Own It Today On DVD From Sony”

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘The Originals: The Complete First Season’; Own It Today On Blu-Ray Combo & DVD From Warner Bros

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The Originals: The Complete First Season [Blu-Ray]

Cast: Joseph Morgan, Daniel Gillies, Phoebe Tonkin

Release Date: Own It Today On Blu-ray™ Combo & DVD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Disc Rating: 10/10

 

Synopsis:

A spin-off from The Vampire Diaries and set in New Orleans, The Originals centers on the Mikaelson siblings, otherwise known as the world’s original vampires: Klaus (Joseph Morgan), Elijah (Daniel Gillies), and Rebekah (Claire Holt). Now Klaus must take down his protégé, Marcel (Charles Michael Davis), who is now in charge of New Orleans, in order to re-take his city, as he originally built New Orleans. Klaus departed from the city after being chased down by his father Mikael, while it was being constructed and Marcel took charge. As Klaus has returned after many years, his ego has provoked him to become the king of the city. “Every King needs an heir” says Klaus, accepting the unborn child. The child is a first to be born to a hybrid (part vampire, part werewolf) and a werewolf (Hayley). Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘The Originals: The Complete First Season’; Own It Today On Blu-Ray Combo & DVD From Warner Bros”

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Person Of Interest: The Complete Third Season’; Own It Today On Blu-ray Combo & DVD From Warner Bros

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Person of Interest: The Complete Third Season [Blu-Ray]

Cast: Jim Caviezel, Michael Emerson, Taraji P. Henson

Release Date: Own It Today On Blu-ray™ Combo & DVD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Disc Rating: 10/10

Synopsis:

A billionaire software-genius named Harold Finch creates a Machine for the government that is designed to detect acts of terror before they can happen, by monitoring the entire world through every cell-phone, email and surveillance camera. Finch discovered that the machine sees everything, potential terrorist acts and violent crimes that involve ordinary people. When the government considered violent crimes between normal people “irrelevant”, Finch built a back door into the system that gives him the social security number of a person involved in a future violent crime so he could act. Partnered with John Reese, an ex-CIA agent, the two work in secret to prevent violent crimes before they can happen. Eventually their activities lead to being hunted by the New York Police Department, CIA Agents in pursuit of Reese who was listed as dead, a computer hacker named Root who wants access to the Machine, and government officials who want to keep all knowledge of the Machine a complete secret. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Person Of Interest: The Complete Third Season’; Own It Today On Blu-ray Combo & DVD From Warner Bros”

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘The Walking Dead: The Complete Fourth Season’; Own It Today On Blu-ray & DVD from AMC & Anchor Bay

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The Walking Dead: The Complete Fourth Season [Blu-Ray]

Cast:  Andrew Lincoln, Norman Reedus, Lauren Cohan

Release Date: Now Available on Blu-Ray & DVD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Disc Rating: 10/10

Plot Summary:

Rick Grimes is a former Sheriff’s deputy who has been in a coma for several months after being shot while on duty. When he wakes, he discovers that the world has been taken over by zombies, and that he seems to be the only person still alive. After returning home to discover his wife and son missing, he heads for Atlanta to search for his family. Narrowly escaping death at the hands of the zombies on arrival in Atlanta, he is aided by another survivor Glenn who takes Rick to a camp outside the town. There Rick finds his wife Lori and son Carl, along with his partner/best friend Shane and a small group of survivors who struggle to fend off the zombie hordes; as well as competing with other survivor groups who are prepared to do whatever it takes to survive. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘The Walking Dead: The Complete Fourth Season’; Own It Today On Blu-ray & DVD from AMC & Anchor Bay”

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Revolution: The Complete Second & Final Season; Own It Today On Blu-ray Combo, DVD & Digital HD From Warner Bros

 

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Cast:  Billy Burke, Tracy Spiridakos, Giancarlo Esposito

Release Date: Own It Today On Blu-ray™ Combo, DVD & Digital HD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Disc Rating: 10/10

 

Synopsis:

Imagine a world where all technology – computers, planes, cars, phones, even lights – has suddenly and mysteriously blacked out…everywhere. What’s left is a post-apocalyptic landscape inhabited by ruthless paramilitary groups, heroic freedom fighters – and a family struggling to survive in this epic adventure thriller from Supernatural’s Eric Kripke and J.J. Abrams’ Bad Robot Productions. Seen through the eyes of a fiercely determined young woman, Charlie Matheson, REVOLUTION follows a rogue band of rebels – including Charlie’s secretive mother Rachel and estranged uncle Miles, a former marine and militia leader – as they face danger at every turn in an attempt to overthrow the Militia, and ultimately return power to the people. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Revolution: The Complete Second & Final Season; Own It Today On Blu-ray Combo, DVD & Digital HD From Warner Bros”

[DVD Review]’Transformers Cybertron: The Complete Series’ Arrives Home Concluding The Unicron Trilogy; Now Available On DVD From Shout Factory

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Transformers Cybertron: The Complete Series (7-Disc Collection) [DVD]

Release Date: Now Available on DVD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Disc Rating: 9/10

 

Plot Summary:

The Autobots embark on a quest to locate mystical artifacts to save their homeworld of Cybertron from being sucked into a black hole. But the Decepticons want to get their hands on those artifacts too. Continue reading “[DVD Review]’Transformers Cybertron: The Complete Series’ Arrives Home Concluding The Unicron Trilogy; Now Available On DVD From Shout Factory”

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Hell On Wheels: The Complete Third Season’; Now Available On Blu-Ray & DVD From eOne

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Hell on Wheels: The Complete Third Season [Blu-Ray]

Cast:  Anson Mount, Colm Meaney, Common

Release Date: Now Available on Blu-Ray & DVD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Disc Rating: 9/10

 

Plot Summary:

Cullen Bohannon, a former soldier and slaveholder, follows the track of a band of Union soldiers, the killers of his wife. This brings him to the middle of one of the biggest projects in US history, the building of the transcontinental railroad. After the war years in the 1860s, this undertaking connected the prospering east with the still wild west. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Hell On Wheels: The Complete Third Season’; Now Available On Blu-Ray & DVD From eOne”

[DVD Review]’Transformers Animated: The Complete Series’ In Its Entirety On DVD For The First Time Ever; Now Available On DVD Exclusively At Amazon, From Shout! Factory

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Transformers Animated: The Complete Series (6-Disc Collection) [DVD]

Release Date: Now Available on DVD Exclusively At Amazon

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Disc Rating: 9/10

Plot Summary:

In this incarnation the young Optimis Prime and the Autobots must stop the Decepticons from getting the powerful artifact called the Allspark, an artifact capable of changing all of Earth’s machines into an army of Decepticons. Set in the near future Detroit, the Autobots have a new human ally, a girl named Sari, who after an encounter with the Allspark, gains the ability to heal and revive the Transformers. Continue reading “[DVD Review]’Transformers Animated: The Complete Series’ In Its Entirety On DVD For The First Time Ever; Now Available On DVD Exclusively At Amazon, From Shout! Factory”