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[Blu-Ray Review] John Carpenter’s ‘Village Of The Damned’: Available On Collector’s Edition Blu-ray April 12, 2016 From Scream Factory 1
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[Blu-Ray Review] John Carpenter’s ‘Village Of The Damned’: Available On Collector’s Edition Blu-ray April 12, 2016 From Scream Factory

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Director: John Carpenter

Cast: Christopher Reeve, Kirstie Alley, Linda Kozlowski

Release Date: Available On Collector’s Edition Blu-ray April 12, 2016

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Disc Rating: 8.5/10

Synopsis:

From the master of suspense, John Carpenter, comes a chilling new version of the sci-fi classic. Something is terribly wrong in the tiny village of Midwich. After an unseen force invades a quiet coastal town, ten women mysteriously find themselves pregnant. Local physician Dr. Alan Chaffee (Christopher Reeve) and government scientist Dr. Susan Verner (Kirstie Alley) join forces when the women simultaneously give birth… and the reign of supernatural terror begins. In what The New York Times calls “one scarifying trip,” the people of Midwich must try to find a way to stop the unstoppable in the Village of the Damned. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] John Carpenter’s ‘Village Of The Damned’: Available On Collector’s Edition Blu-ray April 12, 2016 From Scream Factory”

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[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’: Arriving On Blu-ray & DVD April 5, 2016 From Disney & Lucasfilm 2
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[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’: Arriving On Blu-ray & DVD April 5, 2016 From Disney & Lucasfilm

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Director: J.J. Abrams

Cast: Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Adam Driver

Release Date: Available on Blu-ray & DVD April 5, 2016

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

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

Synopsis:

Lucasfilm and visionary director J.J. Abrams join forces to take you back again to a galaxy far, far away as Star Wars returns to the big screen with Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’: Arriving On Blu-ray & DVD April 5, 2016 From Disney & Lucasfilm”

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[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Species III’ & ‘Species: The Awakening’ Double Feature: Now Available On Blu-ray From Scream Factory 3
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[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Species III’ & ‘Species: The Awakening’ Double Feature: Now Available On Blu-ray From Scream Factory

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Release Date: Now Available on Blu-ray

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Disc Rating: 8/10

 

Synopses:

 

SPECIES III

In the ongoing fight for supremacy between mankind and human-alien hybrids, a fatal weakness among the hybrids has given humans the advantage… until now. When Sara (Sunny Mabrey), the daughter of Eve (Natasha Henstridge, Species), is born, she develops into the most genetically perfect alien form yet! Seeking to repopulate Earth with her kind, this dangerously beautiful femme fatale heeds an overwhelming drive to mate… while a crack military team trails her in an attempt to end the war between the two species forever!

SPECIES – THE AWAKENING

When brilliant college professor Miranda Hollander (Helena Mattsson, American Horror Story) suffers a mysterious blackout and awakens amid the bloody aftermath of a mass slaughter, she turns to her uncle for answers. But when he reveals the shocking truth…that she’s only half human, a clone from a hybrid of human and alien DNA, they must flee to Mexico to locate the scientist who created her. Soon they find themselves locked in battle with a horde of rampaging, unstoppable hybrids…and time is running out before Miranda will inevitably surrender to the killer instinct that lurks inside her own body! Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Species III’ & ‘Species: The Awakening’ Double Feature: Now Available On Blu-ray From Scream Factory”

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[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Species II’: Arrives On Blu-ray March 8, 2016 From Scream Factory 4
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[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Species II’: Arrives On Blu-ray March 8, 2016 From Scream Factory

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Director: Peter Medak

Cast: Natasha Henstridge, Michael Madsen, Marg Helgenberger

Release Date: Available on Blu-ray March 8, 2016

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Disc Rating: 8.5/10

Synopsis:

Having just returned from a mission to Mars, Commander Ross (Justin Lazard) isn’t exactly himself. He’s slowly becoming a terrifying alien entity with a one-track mind – to procreate with human women!

When countless women suffer gruesome deaths after bearing half-alien offspring, scientist Laura Baker and hired assassin Press Lennox (Michael Madsen) use Eve (Natasha Henstridge, Species), a more tempered alien clone, to find Ross and his virulent brood. But they underestimate Eve’s maternal drive, and before long she escapes to mate with Ross in order to create a purer and unstoppable race that could spell doom for mankind.

As time is running out, the ultimate battle takes place in a chilling climax that puts Darwin’s theory to the ultimate test… only the strongest species will survive. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Species II’: Arrives On Blu-ray March 8, 2016 From Scream Factory”

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[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Falling Skies: The Complete Fifth Season’: Now Available On Blu-ray & DVD From Warner Bros 5
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[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Falling Skies: The Complete Fifth Season’: Now Available On Blu-ray & DVD From Warner Bros

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Cast: Noah Wyle, Will Patton, Moon Bloodgood

Release Date: Now Available On Blu-ray & DVD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Disc Rating: 7.5/10

Synopsis:

As season five opens, all breed of beast and mutant are running rampant on earth. The Espheni’s power core has been destroyed, and humans are now ready to fight on their terms. And after four years of being tortured, Tom and the 2nd Mass are filled with rage, ready to destroy the enemy in an all-out battle to determine the fate of Earth. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Falling Skies: The Complete Fifth Season’: Now Available On Blu-ray & DVD From Warner Bros”

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[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Terminator Genisys 3D’: Debuts On Blu-ray 3D, Blu-ray & DVD November 10, 2015 From Paramount 6
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[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Terminator Genisys 3D’: Debuts On Blu-ray 3D, Blu-ray & DVD November 10, 2015 From Paramount

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Director: Alan Taylor

Cast: Arnold Schwarzenegger, Emilia Clarke, Jai Courtney

Release Date: Available on Blu-ray 3D, Blu-ray & DVD November 10, 2015

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Film Rating: 7/10
Disc Rating: 8/10

Synopsis:

In the war of man against machine, Kyle Reese (Jai Courtney, The Divergent Series) is sent back to 1984 by resistance leader John Connor (Jason Clarke, Everest) to protect his young mother, Sarah Connor (Emilia Clarke, Game of Thrones). However, this time unexpected events have altered the past and threaten the future for all mankind. Now Reese must join forces with Sarah and her “Guardian” (Arnold Schwarzenegger) to save the world and stop the next evolution of Terminators. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Terminator Genisys 3D’: Debuts On Blu-ray 3D, Blu-ray & DVD November 10, 2015 From Paramount”

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[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Tomorrowland’ Is Out Of This World Fun: Now Available On Blu-ray & DVD From Disney

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Director: Brad Bird

Cast: George Clooney, Britt Robertson, Hugh Laurie

Release Date: Now Available on Blu-Ray & DVD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

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

 

Synopsis:

Dreamers Wanted… Disney invites you to an incredible world of epic imagination where anything is possible. Buckle your seat belt, as the director of The Incredibles takes your family on an action-packed thrill ride.

Join former boy genius Frank (George Clooney), optimistic, science-minded teen Casey (Britt Robertson), mysterious Athena (Raffey Cassidy) and the brilliant David Nix (Hugh Laurie) in a world of pure Disney imagination. Tomorrowland transports you on an inspiring and magical journey of wonder and adventure to a place where if you can dream it, you can do it. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Tomorrowland’ Is Out Of This World Fun: Now Available On Blu-ray & DVD From Disney”

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[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Ejecta’: Now Available On Blu-Ray/ DVD Combo Pack From IFC Midnight & Scream Factory

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Director(s): Chad Archibald, Matt Wiele

Cast: Julian Richings, Adam Seybold, Lisa Houle

Release Date: Now Available on Blu-Ray + DVD Combo

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

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

 

Synopsis:

A horrific alien invasion forces two men to fight for their lives during one universe-altering night of terror. This nerve-shredding film stars Julian Richings (Cube, X-Men: The Last Stand) in a tour-de-force performance as William Cassidy, a man who, following decades of frightening extraterrestrial encounters, is now trapped in a living hell of fear and paranoia. On the evening of a massive solar flare, Cassidy invites paranormal researcher Joe Sullivan (Adam Seybold, Exit Humanity) to his secluded home in the woods. What occurs there will change both men—and possibly the Earth—forever. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Ejecta’: Now Available On Blu-Ray/ DVD Combo Pack From IFC Midnight & Scream Factory”

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[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Chappie’ Is Phenomenal, A Powerful & Uncompromising Emotional Rollercoaster: Now Available On Blu-Ray & DVD From Sony

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Director: Neill Blomkamp

Cast: Sharlto Copley, Dev Patel, Hugh Jackman

Release Date: Now Available on Blu-Ray & DVD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

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

 

Synopsis:

In the near future, crime is patrolled by an oppressive mechanized police force. But now, the people are fighting back. When one police droid, Chappie, is stolen and given new programming, he becomes the first robot with the ability to think and feel for himself. As powerful, destructive forces start to see Chappie as a danger to mankind and order, they will stop at nothing to maintain the status quo and ensure that Chappie is the last of his kind. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Chappie’ Is Phenomenal, A Powerful & Uncompromising Emotional Rollercoaster: Now Available On Blu-Ray & DVD From Sony”

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[Blu-Ray Review] ‘The Last Ship: The Complete First Season’: Now Available On Blu-Ray & DVD From Warner Bros

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Cast: Eric Dane, Rhona Mitra, Adam Baldwin

Release Date: Now Available On Blu-ray & DVD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Disc Rating: 9/10

 

Plot Summary:

The crew of a naval destroyer is forced to confront the reality of a new existence when a pandemic kills off most of the earth’s population. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘The Last Ship: The Complete First Season’: Now Available On Blu-Ray & DVD From Warner Bros”

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[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Falling Skies: The Complete Fourth Season’: Now Available On Blu-Ray & DVD From Warner Bros

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Cast: Noah Wyle, Moon Bloodgood, Will Patton

Release Date: Now Available On Blu-ray & DVD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Disc Rating: 9/10

 

Plot Summary:

The chaotic aftermath of an alien attack has left most of the world completely incapacitated. In the six months since the initial invasion, the few survivors have banded together outside major cities to begin the difficult task of fighting back. Each day is a test of survival as citizen soldiers work to protect the people in their care while also engaging in an insurgency campaign against the occupying alien force. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Falling Skies: The Complete Fourth Season’: Now Available On Blu-Ray & DVD From Warner Bros”

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[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Spring’ Is A Unique, Beautiful & Monstrous Love Story: Now On Blu-Ray* & DVD From Drafthouse Films, FilmBuff & Anchor Bay

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Director(s): Justin Benson, Aaron Moorhead

Cast: Lou Taylor Pucci, Nadia Hilker

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

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

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

 

Synopsis:

After the death of his mother and a bar fight that could lead to jail time, sous-chef Evan (Lou Taylor Pucci, Evil Dead, Thumbsucker) flees California for Italy. While backpacking along the spectacular cliffs of the Adriatic coast, he stops in an idyllic village, where he meets and instantly connects with the enchanting and mysterious Louise (European TV star Nadia Hilker in a breakout role). A flirtatious romance begins to bloom between the two – however, Evan soon realizes that the voracious Louise harbors a monstrous, primordial secret that could put both their relationship and their lives in jeopardy. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Spring’ Is A Unique, Beautiful & Monstrous Love Story: Now On Blu-Ray* & DVD From Drafthouse Films, FilmBuff & Anchor Bay”

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Highly Anticipated Psychological Thriller ‘Ex Machina’ Arrives On Blu-Ray & DVD July 14 From Lionsgate Home Entertainment

Ex.Machina-Blu-Ray-CoverApologies for the slightly late post on this announcement; Lionsgate Home Entertainment has now officially announced the US home entertainment releases for Alex Garland’s ‘Ex Machina’. Hit the jump to read the full announcement including special features listings, disc specs and more. Continue reading “Highly Anticipated Psychological Thriller ‘Ex Machina’ Arrives On Blu-Ray & DVD July 14 From Lionsgate Home Entertainment”

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[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Extraterrestrial’ Is Creepy & Exceptional; The Vicious Bros. Deliver Yet Again: Now Available On Blu-Ray & DVD From IFC Midnight & Scream Factory

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Director: Colin Minihan (of The Vicious Bros.)

Cast: Brittany Allen, Freddie Stroma, Jesse Moss

Release Date: Now Available on Blu-Ray  & DVD

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

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

 

Synopsis:

In Extraterrestrial, April (Brittany Allen, Dead Before Dawn), still reeling from her parents’ divorce, is dragged by her boyfriend (Freddie Stroma, Harry Potter & The Half Blood Prince, Pitch Perfect), and a group of his friends back to the cabin where she spent summers as a child. Her trip down memory lane takes a dramatic and terrifying turn when a fireball descends from the sky and explodes in the nearby woods. The group venture out to the crash site and discover the remnants of a ship from another planet, along with footprints that suggest its alien occupants are still alive. They soon find themselves caught in the middle of something bigger and more terrifying than anything they could ever imagine. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Extraterrestrial’ Is Creepy & Exceptional; The Vicious Bros. Deliver Yet Again: Now Available On Blu-Ray & DVD From IFC Midnight & Scream Factory”

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Irwin Allen’s Beloved Sci-Fi Adventure ‘Lost in Space’ Arrives on Blu-ray September 15 From Fox As It Celebrates 50 Years

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20th Century Fox has officially announced the Blu-Ray release of the entire classic science fiction series ‘Lost In Space’ just in time for its fiftieth anniversary. The set will arrive home on September 15th. Hit the jump to read the full announcement including special features listings, disc specs and more. Continue reading “Irwin Allen’s Beloved Sci-Fi Adventure ‘Lost in Space’ Arrives on Blu-ray September 15 From Fox As It Celebrates 50 Years”

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[Blu-Ray Review] Action Roundup: ‘Son Of A Gun’ & ‘Vice’: Both Now Available On Blu-Ray & DVD From Lionsgate

Son.Of.A.Gun.&.Vice-Blu-Ray-CoversFor all of you action movie fans out there, here I take a look at two new releases from Lionsgate Home Entertainment that you just might be interested in: ‘Son Of A Gun’ starring Ewan McGregor and ‘Vice’ starring Thomas Jane and Bruce Willis; both now available to own (separately) on Blu-Ray and DVD. Hit the jump to check out my review of the Blu-Ray releases for both of these films. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] Action Roundup: ‘Son Of A Gun’ & ‘Vice’: Both Now Available On Blu-Ray & DVD From Lionsgate”

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

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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”

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[Blu-Ray Review] The Star-Studded Sci-Fi Thriller ‘Supernova’ Comes Home In HD: Now Available On Blu-Ray From Scream Factory

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Supernova (R-Rated) [Blu-Ray]

Director: Walter Hill (as Thomas Lee)

Cast: James Spader, Angela Bassett, Peter Facinelli

Release Date: Now Available on Blu-Ray

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Film Rating: 6.5/10
Disc Rating: 8/10

 

Synopsis:

In the farthest reaches of space, something has been waiting…

Beyond comprehension, beyond imagination and beyond the deepest regions of this galaxy… life as we know it is about to end! James Spader (The Blacklist), Angela Bassett (American Horror Story) , Lou Diamond Phillips (Bats), Robert Forster (Jackie Brown), Peter Facinelli (Twilight) and Robin Tunney (The Craft) star in this terrifying sci-fi thriller.

In the farthest reaches of deep space, the medical vessel Nightingale keeps a lonely vigil for those in trouble. When a frantic cry for help pierces the void, the crew responds with a near fatal, hyperspace dimension jump into the gravitational pull of a dying star. The disabled ship rescues a shuttlecraft containing a mysterious survivor and a strange alien artifact. Now the crew must unravel a chilling secret and escape the nearby imploding star before the rapidly forming supernova blasts them and the entire galaxy into oblivion! Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] The Star-Studded Sci-Fi Thriller ‘Supernova’ Comes Home In HD: Now Available On Blu-Ray From Scream Factory”

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