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[4K Ultra HD Review] Small Soldiers (Steelbook); Now Available From Paramount

[4K Ultra HD Review] Small Soldiers (Steelbook); Now Available From Paramount 1Small Soldiers (1998) (Limited Edition Steelbook) [4K Ultra HD] amazon-cart-logo

Director: Joe Dante

Cast: Kirsten Dunst, Gregory Smith, Jay Mohr

Release Date: July 22, 2025

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Release Rating: 7/10

Synopsis:

When missile technology is used to enhance toy action figures, the toys soon begin to take their battle programming too seriously. Continue reading “[4K Ultra HD Review] Small Soldiers (Steelbook); Now Available From Paramount”

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'Gremlins'; Joe Dante's Beloved Classic Arrives On 4K Ultra HD & Digital October 1, 2019 From Warner Bros 2
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‘Gremlins’; Joe Dante’s Beloved Classic Arrives On 4K Ultra HD & Digital October 1, 2019 From Warner Bros

'Gremlins'; Joe Dante's Beloved Classic Arrives On 4K Ultra HD & Digital October 1, 2019 From Warner Bros 3Warner Bros. Home Entertainment has officially announced that they will release the beloved classic ‘Gremlins’ in 4K resolution for the first time, featuring high dynamic range. The horror comedy from director Joe Dante and writer Chris Columbus will arrive home on 4K Ultra HD combo pack and on Digital October 1, 2019. Continue after the jump to check out the full announcement for the release including bonus content listings, disc specs and more. Continue reading “‘Gremlins’; Joe Dante’s Beloved Classic Arrives On 4K Ultra HD & Digital October 1, 2019 From Warner Bros”

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[Blu-Ray Review] ‘The ‘Burbs’: Now Available On Collector’s Edition Blu-ray From Shout Select 4
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[Blu-Ray Review] ‘The ‘Burbs’: Now Available On Collector’s Edition Blu-ray From Shout Select

[Blu-Ray Review] ‘The ‘Burbs’: Now Available On Collector’s Edition Blu-ray From Shout Select 5The ‘Burbs (1989) (Collector’s Edition) [Blu-Ray] amazon-cart-logo

Director: Joe Dante

Cast: Tom Hanks, Bruce Dern, Carrie Fisher

Release Date: March 20, 2018

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Disc Rating: 9/10

Synopsis:

Tom Hanks stars in The ‘Burbs, a comedy about a suburbanite whose plans for a peaceful vacation at home are disturbed by a creepy new family on the block. Much to the disappointment of his wife (Carrie Fisher), Ray Peterson (Hanks) and his three neighbors set out to investigate the next-door residence after they begin to observe strange happenings. Set in an average neighborhood that is anything but ordinary, The ‘Burbs blends slapstick comedy and spine-thrilling mystery and is superbly directed by cult filmmaker Joe Dante (Piranha, Gremlins, Matinee, The Howling). Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘The ‘Burbs’: Now Available On Collector’s Edition Blu-ray From Shout Select”

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[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Burying The Ex’: Now Available On DVD & Blu-Ray* From RLJ & Image Entertainment

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Director: Joe Dante

Cast: Anton Yelchin, Ashley Greene, Alexandra Daddario

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

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Film Rating: 6/10
Disc Rating: 7/10

 

Synopsis:

It seemed like a great idea when all-around nice guy Max (YELCHIN) and his beautiful girlfriend, Evelyn (GREENE) moved in together. But when Evelyn turns out to be a controlling, manipulative nightmare, Max knows it’s time to call it quits. There’s just one problem: he’s terrified of breaking up with her. Fate steps in when Evelyn is the victim of a fatal, freak accident, leaving Max single and ready to mingle. Just as Max is thinking about moving on with what could be his dream girl, Olivia (DADDARIO) – Evelyn has returned from the grave and is determined to get her boyfriend back…even if that means transforming him into one of the undead. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Burying The Ex’: Now Available On DVD & Blu-Ray* From RLJ & Image Entertainment”

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