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Blu-ray Review “National Lampoon’s Vacation: 30th Anniversary Edition”
May 9, 2013 by Leave a Comment
If you own the last Blu-ray from 2010, I wouldn’t recommend upgrading but if you don’t then this release is a must-own for any fan!
Tippi Hedren reflects on working with Alfred Hitchcock and the 50th Anniversary of “The Birds”
April 10, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Star of Hitchcock’s “The Birds”
CD Review “Jurassic Park: 20th Anniversary” Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
March 28, 2013 by Leave a Comment
John Williams’ score for “Jurassic Park” was always one of my all-time favorite score…and now it sounds ever better than it ever has.
Blu-ray Review “The Sandlot: 20th Anniversary”
March 27, 2013 by Leave a Comment
I was hoping for the anniversary treatment, but was left disappointed with the release…but not the film obviously.
Charles Fleischer reflects on 25th Anniversary of “Who Framed Roger Rabbit” and talks about Moleeds
March 12, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Voice of Roger Rabbit in “Who Framed Roger Rabbit”
Blu-ray Review “Who Framed Roger Rabbit: 25th Anniversary Edition”
March 11, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Disney did a pretty good job restoring this film for Blu-ray, but this lacks any effort in the extras department
Book Review “Firefly: A Celebration (Anniversary Edition)”
March 7, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Easily one of the most impressive books ever produced for a TV show
Blu-ray Review “Schindler’s List: 20th Anniversary Edition”
February 15, 2013 by Leave a Comment
This release is a must for any Spielberg fan and I guarantee you will be left marveling at the wonderful Blu-ray release.
The Stars of Cabaret Reunite to Celebrate the Film’s 40th Anniversary
February 5, 2013 by 1 Comment
The stars of the film, Joel Grey, Michael York, Marisa Berenson and Louise Quick, along with Bob Fosse’s daughter…
Blu-ray Review “Cabaret: 40th Anniversary”
February 4, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Even forty years later and amidst modern movie musicals such as Les Mis and Chicago, Cabaret still maintains its edge.
Book Review “Where’s Waldo Now?: The 25th Anniversary Edition”
November 10, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Author/Illustrator: Martin Handford Reading level: Ages 5 and up Hardcover: 32 pages Publisher: Candlewick Deluxe Anniversary Edition Release Date: September 25, 2012 Our Score: 5 out of 5 stars It is hard to believe but I remember getting this book right when it was released in September 1988. That is many years ago but finding [...]
Blu-ray Review “The Muppet Christmas Carol: It’s Not Easy Being Scrooge Special Edition (20th Anniversary)”
October 29, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Starring: Michael Caine, Dave Goelz, Steve Whitmire, Jerry Nelson, Frank Oz, David Rudman Director: Brian Henson Rated: G (General Audience) Studio: Walt Disney Home Entertainment Release Date: November 6, 2012 Run Time: 85 minutes Film: 5 out of 5 stars EXtras: 4 out of 5 stars There is no film that I think about Christmas [...]
Blu-ray Review “Blade Runner: 30th Anniversary Collector’s Edition”
October 25, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Actors: Harrison Ford, Rutger Hauer, Daryl Hannah, Sean Young Director: Ridley Scott Rated: R (Restricted) Studio: Warner Home Video Release Date: October 23, 2012 Run Time: 117 minutes Film: 5 out of 5 stars Extras: 5 out of 5 stars “Blade Runner” has been labeled with “The #1 Sci-Fi Film of all time” and it [...]
Blu-ray Review “E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial – Anniversary Edition”
October 12, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Starring: Henry Thomas, Drew Barrymore, Peter Coyote, Dee Wallace, Robert MacNaughton, K.C. Martel Directors: Steven Spielberg Rated: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested) Studio: Universal Pictures Release Date: October 9, 2012 Run Time: 115 minutes Film: 5 out of 5 stars Extras: 3.5 out of 5 stars “E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial” is celebrating its 30th Anniversary this year [...]
Blu-ray Review “What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?: 50th Anniversary Edition”
October 12, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Starring: Bette Davis, Joan Crawford, Victor Buono, Anna Lee, Maidie Norman, Marjorie Bennett Director: Robert Aldrich Rated: NR (Not Rated) Studio: Warner Home Video Release Date: October 9, 2012 Run Time: 134 minutes Film: 4 out of 5 stars Extras: 3.5 out of 5 stars Bette Davis and Joan Crawford were known for there feuding [...]
Blu-ray Review “Pete’s Dragon: 35th Anniversary Edition”
October 10, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Actors: Mickey Rooney, Jim Dale, Sean Marshall, Helen Reddy Director: Don Chaffey Rated: G (General Audience) Studio: Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment Release Date: October 16, 2012 Run Time: 128 minutes Film: 3.5 out of 5 stars Extras: 2.5 out of 5 stars “Pete’s Dragon” has always been a favorite of mine (and my wife). [...]
Blu-ray Review “The Princess Bride: 25th Anniversary Edition”
October 7, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Starring: Cary Elwes, Robin Wright Penn, Mandy Patinkin, Chris Sarandon, Christopher Guest, Wallace Shawn Director: Rob Reiner Rated: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested) Studio: MGM Release Date: October 2, 2012 Run Time: 98 minutes Film: 4 out of 5 stars Extras: 4 out of 5 stars Has it really been 25 years since “The Princess Bride” [...]
Blu-ray Review “A League of Their Own: 20th Anniversary”
October 7, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Starring: Tom Hanks, Geena Davis, Lori Petty, Madonna, Rosie O’Donnell, Jon Lovitz Director: Penny Marshall Rated: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested) Studio: Sony Pictures Home Entertainment Release Date: October 16, 2012 Run Time: 128 minutes Film: 4 out of 5 stars Extras: 3.5 out of 5 stars First, let me admit that I am not a [...]
Blu-ray Review “Masters of the Universe: 25th Anniversary Edition”
October 6, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Starring: Dolph Lundgren, Frank Langella, Meg Foster, Courteney Cox, Robert Duncan McNeill, Chelsea Field Director: Gary Goddard Rated: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested) Studio: Warner Home Video Release Date: October 2, 2012 Run Time: 106 minutes Film: 3 out of 5 stars Extras 1.5 out of 5 stars I am a child of the 80′s and [...]
Book Review “E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial from Concept to Classic: 30th Anniversary Edition”
October 6, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Author(s): Steven Spielberg, Melissa Mathison Paperback: 192 pages Publisher: Newmarket Press 30th Anniversary Edition Release Date: October 9, 2012 Our Score: 4 out of 5 stars This 30th Anniversary Edition included the illustrated story of the film and the filmmakers. As I turn 30 myself this year, it is crazy to believe that this film [...]
Blu-ray Review “Annie: 30th Anniversary – Sing-Along Edition”
September 21, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Director: John Huston Starring: Albert Finney, Carol Burnett, Tim Curry, Bernadette Peters, Ann Reinking, Aileen Quinn MPAA Rating: PG Distributed by: Sony Pictures Home Entertainment Release Date: October 2, 2012 Running Time: 127 minutes Film: 4 out of 5 stars Extras: 3 out of 5 stars Who doesn’t love little ole’ Annie and her wonderful [...]
Marina Sirtis reflects on the 25th Anniversary of “Star Trek:” The Next Generation”
September 11, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Deanna Troi in “Star Trek:” The Next Generation”
Book Review “Making Tootsie: Inside the Classic Film with Dustin Hoffman and Sydney Pollack – The 30th Anniversary Edition”
August 29, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Author: Susan Dworkin Paperback: 160 pages Publisher: Newmarket Press; Expanded edition Release Date: August 28, 2012 Our Score: 4 out of 5 stars Who doesn’t love “Tootsie”. It showcases Dustin Hoffman in one of his best roles to date. It was named #2 of the 100 Best Comedies of the Twentieth Century by The American [...]
Founder/Owner of Metal Blade Records’ Brian Slagel talks about 30th Anniversary
August 28, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Founder/owner of Metal Blade Records
Blu-ray Review “Good Will Hunting: 15th Anniversary Edition”
August 20, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Directed by: Gus Van Sant Starring: Matt Damon, Robin Williams, Ben Affleck, Minnie Driver, Stellan Skarsgård, Casey Affleck MPAA Rating: R Distributed by: Lionsgate Release Date: August 21, 2012 Running Time: 126 minutes Film: 4 out of 5 stars Extras: 4 out of 5 stars When it comes to re-releasing films on Blu-ray for different [...]
Blu-ray Review “Full Metal Jacket: 25th Anniversary Edition”
August 12, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Director: Stanley Kubrick Starring: Matthew Modine, Adam Baldwin, Vincent D’Onofrio, R. Lee Ermey, Dorian Harewood, Kevyn Major Howard MPAA Rating: R Distributed: Warner Home Video Release Date: August 7, 2012 Running Time: 116 minutes Film: 5 out of 5 stars Extras: 3 out of 5 stars As much as I absolutely love this film, the [...]
Discovery Channel adds Shark Savers as conservation partner for Shark Week’s 25th Anniversary
August 3, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Discovery Channel and Shark Savers, a shark conservation non-profit organization, are teaming up for the 25th Anniversary of the highly popular Shark Week, the network’s annual weeklong programming event devoted entirely to the ocean’s apex predators. Shark Week, kicking off this year on August 12th at 9PM E/P, attracts millions of viewers each summer. And [...]
Blu-ray Review “Shark Week: 25th Anniversary Collection”
July 24, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Distributed by: Discovery Channel Release Date: July 31, 2012 MPAA Rating: PG Episodes: 4 Running Time 212 min Our Score: 3 out of 5 stars When it comes to Discover Channel’s “Shark Week”, I am one of its biggest fans. I count down the days to next year following each completion. I was expecting a [...]
Blu-ray Review “Singin’ in the Rain: 60th Anniversary – Ultimate Collector’s Edition”
July 14, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Directors: Gene Kelly, Stanley Donen Starring: Gene Kelly, Debbie Reynolds, Donald O’Connor, MPAA Rating: Not Rated Distributed by: Warner Home Video Release Date: July 17, 2012 Running Time: 103 minutes Ultimate Collector’s Edition: 5 out of 5 stars Film: 5 out of 5 stars Extras: 5 out of 5 stars Warner Home Video is really [...]
LeVar Burton talks about TNT’s “Perception”, “Reading Rainbow” iPad app and 25th Anniversary of “Star Trek: The Next Generation”
July 7, 2012 by Leave a Comment
“Star Trek: The Next Generation”, “Reading Rainbow”, “Roots”, TNT’s “Perception”
Blu-ray Review “Treasure Planet:10th Anniversary Edition”
July 4, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Directors: John Musker, Ron Clements Starring: Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Emma Thompson, Roscoe Lee Browne, Corey Burton, Patrick McGoohan MPAA Rating: PG Distributed by: Walt Disney Video Release Date: July 3, 2012 Running Time: 95 minutes Film: 3.5 out of 5 stars Extras: 4 out of 5 stars There is something unique about Robert Louis Stevenson’s “Treasure [...]
Blu-ray Review “Newsies: 20th Anniversary Edition”
July 4, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Directed by: Kenny Ortega Starring: Christian Bale, David Moscow, Bill Pullman, Robert Duvall, Max Casella MPAA Rating: PG Distributed by: Walt Disney Video Release Date: June 19, 2012 Running Time: 121 minutes Film: 3.5 out of 5 stars Extras: 3.5 out of 5 stars It is hard to believe that it is already the 20th [...]
Blu-ray Review “Deliverance: 40th Anniversary Edition”
June 25, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Directed by: John Boorman Starring: Jon Voight, Burt Reynolds, Ned Beatty, Ronny Cox MPAA Rating: R Distributed by: Warner Home Video Release Date: June 26, 2012 Running Time: 109 minutes Blu-ray: 4 out of 5 stars Film: 3.5 out of stars Extras: 3.5 out of 5 stars It’s really hard to believe that “Deliverance” was [...]
Blu-ray Review “Gremlins: 25th Anniversary Edition”
May 1, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Directed by: Joe Dante Starring: Zach Galligan, Phoebe Cates, Hoyt Axton, Polly Holliday, Frances Lee Mccain MPAA Rating: PG Distributed by: Warner Home Video Release Date: December 1, 2009 / May 8, 2012 Run Time: 106 minutes Film: 3.5 out of 5 stars Extras: 3 out of 5 stars This Blu-ray release was for the [...]
Blu-ray Review “Camelot: 45th Anniversary Edition”
April 17, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Directed by: Joshua Logan Starring: Richard Harris, Vanessa Redgrave, Franco Nero MPAA Rating: Not Rated Distributed by: Warner Bros. Release Date: April 24, 2012 Running Time: 179 minutes Film: 3.5 out of 5 stars Extras: 3 out of 5 stars This film was based off the classic Broadway musical and it definitely has it problems [...]
CD Review: “Titanic: Collector’s Anniversary Edition”
April 8, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Composer/Conductor: James Horner Release Date: March 26, 2012 Number of Discs: 4 Running Time Label: Sony Masterworks Our Score: 5 out of 5 stars With the commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the Titanic launch and the 15th anniversary and re-release in 3D of James Cameron’s film, I can’t seem you get enough of “Titanic”. [...]
Concert Review “The Toasters 30th Anniversary Tour” Ithaca, NY
March 28, 2012 by Leave a Comment
“The Toasters 30th Anniversary Tour” The Toasters, The Rudie Crew, The XSKAVATORS Date: Friday, February 24th 2012 Venue: The Haunt, Ithaca, NY Our Score: 3.5 out of 5 stars The Toasters 30th Anniversary tour made a stop in the eclectic college town of Ithaca, NY on Feb. 24th where they performed to a diverse crowd [...]
Blu-ray Review “Casablanca: 70th Anniversary Limited Collector’s Edition”
March 27, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Directed by: Michael Curtiz Starring: Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman, Paul Henreid, Claude Rains, Conrad Veidt Distributed by: Warner Home Video MPAA Rating: Not Rated Release Date: March 27, 2012 Running Time: 102 minutes Film: 5 out of 5 stars Extras: 4.5 out of 5 stars Warner Bros. is becoming know for releasing these amazing Anniversary [...]
Blu-ray Review “Wizards: 35th Anniversary Edition”
March 21, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Directed by: Ralph Bakshi Starring: Bob Holt, Steve Gravers and Jesse Welles Distributed by: 20th Century Fox MPAA Rating: PG Release Date: March 13, 2012 Running Time: 81 minutes Film: 3.5 out of 5 stars Extras: 2 out of 5 stars If you are a fan of Ralph Bakshi then you would be excited for [...]
Blu-ray Review “Unforgiven: 20th Anniversary Edition”
February 23, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Directed by: Clint Eastwood Starring: Clint Eastwood, Gene Hackman, Morgan Freeman, Richard Harris MPAA Rating: R Distributed by: Warner Home Video DVD Release Date: February 21, 2012 Run Time: 131 minutes 2012 Release: 4 out of 5 stars Extras: 3 out of 5 stars “Unforgiven” celebrates its 20th anniversary this year with a newly restored [...]
Concert Review “Children of Bodom’s 15th Anniversary Tour” Rochester, NY
February 9, 2012 by Leave a Comment
“Children of Bodom’s 15th Anniversary Tour” Children of Bodom, Eluveite, Revocation and Threat Signal Date: Monday, January 30th 2012 Venue: Water St. Music Hall, Rochester, NY Our Score: 3 out of 5 stars January 30th ad the Water Street Music Hall in Rochester, NY played host to the third show of a 36 date tour [...]
Concert Review: Queensryche “30th Anniversary” Tour – Orlando, FL
November 21, 2011 by 1 Comment
Queensryche “30th Anniversary” Tour House of Blues, Orlando, FL November 12, 2011 Our Score: 5 out of 5 stars Over the course of their career since forming in 1981, Queensryche have gone from playing large arenas to support huge-selling albums like “Operation: Mindcrime”, “Empire” and “Promised Land” to playing smaller theatres and clubs to promote [...]
DVD Review “Neverwhere: 15th Anniversary Edition”
November 9, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Created by: Neil Gaiman, Lenny Henry Starring: Gary Bakewell, Laura Fraser, Hywel Bennett, Clive Russell, Paterson Joseph, Trevor Peacock, Elizabeth Marmur, Tanya Moodie, Peter Capaldi Distributed by: BBC Episodes: 6 Running Time: 180 minutes Overall Score: 3 out of 5 stars Neil Gaiman definitely has a very unique eye for storytelling. One of my favorites [...]
Blu-ray Review “Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory” 40th Anniversary Ultimate Collector’s Edition
October 18, 2011 by Leave a Comment
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Directed by: Mel Stuart Starring: Gene Wilder, Jack Albertson, Peter Ostrum, Julie Dawn Cole, Paris Themmen, Denise Nickerson & Michael Bollner Distributed by: Warner Bros. MPAA Rating: PG Running time: 100 minutes Ultimate Collector’s Edition: 5 out of 5 stars I have seen “Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory” an uncountable amount of times. I [...]
Blu-ray Review “Ben-Hur 50th Anniversary Ultimate Collector’s Edition”
October 10, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Directed by: William Wyler Starring: Charlton Heston, Jack Hawkins, Haya Harareet, Stephen Boyd, Hugh Griffith Distributed by: Warner Bros. MPAA Rating: G Running time: 212 minutes Overall Score: 5 out of 5 stars “Ben-Hur” is such a classic film and it is celebrating it’s 50th anniversary this year. Warner Bros is giving this film the [...]
Disney’s “Dumbo” 70th Anniversary Edition Blu-Ray Giveaway [EDNED]
September 13, 2011 by 128 Comments
This giveaway will be open until Monday September 26th
Allied Faith & Family Celebrating 1st Anniversary
August 29, 2011 by 1 Comment
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ALLIED FAITH & FAMILY CELEBRATING 1ST ANNIVERSARY Unique Faith & Family Marketing Division Builds on Its Success with Lionsgate, Paramount Pictures and Sony Pictures, and Accelerates into its Second Year with Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment HOLLYWOOD, August 25, 2011 – Allied Faith & Family (AFF), the division of Allied Integrated Marketing [...]
DVD Review “The Anniversary at Shallow Creek”
June 7, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Director: Jon D. Wagner Vicious Circle Films and Breaking Glass Pictures Runtime: 1 hr 25 minutes Special Features: N/A Our Score: 3 out 5 stars “The Anniversary at Shallow Creek” directed by Jon D. Wagner and written by Eric Fischer and Brianna Lee Johnson who also star in the film is the story of six [...]
