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Denzel Washington takes ‘Flight’ to DVD Feb 11, 2013 12:00 AM
Denzel Washington, in one of this best performances in years, adds depth and tension to "Flight," a movie in which a plane crash is only one of the tragedies a pilot must overcome in his life.
'Casablanca,' 'Gone With the Wind' among the celebrated films Feb 1, 2013 12:00 AM
Warner Brothers Studios has put together a great collection of 20 films that have all won the Academy Award for best picture. Included are classics like "Casablanca" and "Gone with the Wind," as well modern winners "The Departed" and "Million Dollar Baby."
'Sugar Man' tells the tale of rocker Rodriguez Jan 25, 2013 12:00 AM
"Searching For Sugar Man" reveals the true story of 1970s musician Rodriguez — just Rodriguez — whose soulful melodies and lyrics should have catapulted him to the top of the charts, But his album tanked and Rodriguez disappeared. The documentary is now on DVD.
Filmed at Arcada, Joan Rivers’ St. Charles show now on DVD Jan 16, 2013 12:00 AM
Joan Rivers' special at St. Charles' Arcada Theatre is now out on DVD. "Don't Start With Me" features her in-your-face brand of comedy.
‘Game Change,’ ‘Smash’ out on DVD Jan 13, 2013 12:00 AM
HBO's "Game Change," now on DVD," depicts the behind-the-scenes drama of the 2008 McCain campaign and the decision to tap Sarah Palin as his running mate. Julianne Moore shines as the former Alaska governor.
‘Ted,’ ‘Girls’ out on DVD Dec 14, 2012 12:00 AM
Seth MacFarlane directed, produced and co-wrote "Ted." a box-office hit now on DVD about a man (Mark Wahlberg) and his brought-to-life stuffed bear. Ted is no family-friendly toy. He's grown-up John's best bud — a foul-mouthed, dope-smoking, sex-crazed creature (voiced by MacFarlane) who is messing with John's love life.
‘Expendables 2’ explodes on DVD Nov 30, 2012 12:00 AM
Viewers know what they're in for when the most famous action stars of the 1980s — including Sylvester Stallone, Chuck Norris and Arnold Schwarzenegger — all team up in the same film. You expect aventure and great special effects rather than stellar acting and writing, and the "Expendables 2" delivers. It's now on DVD.
‘Brave’ hits the mark on DVD Nov 15, 2012 12:00 AM
Pixar has a history of making quality films that parents and children want to see over and over again. Their latest, "Brave," is a unique and original film, and among the studio's best. It's now out on DVD.
‘Amazing Spider-Man’ swings onto DVD Nov 8, 2012 12:00 AM
In "The Amazing Spider-Man." now on DVD, Andrew Garfield takes over the spider suit from Tobey Maguire. Once again, viewers are introduced to Peter Parker, a nerdy high school student who gains special powers when he gets bitten by a radioactive spider.
'Campaign' DVD earns votes for laughs, satire Nov 1, 2012 12:00 AM
With the presidential election less than a week away, "The Campaign" is out on DVD, sending up the political system and providing laughs to counter all the TV ads and negative mailers. The comedy stars Will Ferrell and Zach Galifianakis as rival congressional candidates in a nasty yet comic race.
Follow ‘Mad Men’ as season five hits DVD Oct 22, 2012 12:00 AM
Winner of four best drama Emmys, “Mad Men” is one of the most popular and critically acclaimed shows in the history of AMC. Fans eagerly awaited the fifth season, which continued to deliver great writing and strong performances from the ensemble cast. The season is now out on DVD.
Indy’s ‘Complete Adventures’ now on DVD Sep 24, 2012 12:00 AM
Fans of the great Indiana Jones adventure series starring Harrison Ford can now get all the films together in a five-disc box set. The Blu-ray editions present the films in the finest video and audio. Steven Spielberg was involved with the transfers, and his touch is all over the final product.
‘Snow White & The Huntsman’ now on DVD Sep 13, 2012 12:00 AM
"Snow White & The Huntsman" is a dark, exciting retelling of the classic tale featuring lots of special effects and outstanding cinematography. Charlize Theron is the backbone of the film as the evil age-defying Queen Ravenna, plotting against her stepdaughter.
Oscar-nominated ‘Monsieur Lazhar’ now on DVD Sep 6, 2012 12:00 AM
"Monsieur Lazhar," an emotionally charged and inspirational film, was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Film. It's now available on DVD.
‘Stooges’ movie now out on DVD Jul 19, 2012 12:00 AM
Peter and Bobby Farrelly pay tribute to The Three Stooges with a film that offers something both for a new generation and those of us who grew up laughing at their antics. "The Three Stooges" is now available on DVD.
New on DVD: ‘Artist,’ ‘21 Jump Street’ Jun 27, 2012 12:00 AM
Winner of five Academy Awards, including best picture, the silent black-and-white film "The Artist" was set at a time when American cinema was changing from silent films to the talkies. It's now out on DVD.
‘Holmes’ sequel DVD more than elementary Jun 14, 2012 12:00 AM
Robert Downey Jr. reprises his role as clever crime-solver Sherlock Holmes and Jude Law stars as his sidekick in the action-packed "Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows," now out on DVD. This time, they are dealing with the brilliant and quite evil Professor James Moriarty (Jared Harris). He seems to be connected with chaos around the world, tied to his ownership of a weapons factory that clearly benefits from the spread of war.
Now on DVD: ‘Safe House’ delivers action Jun 11, 2012 12:00 AM
When a CIA safe house comes under attack, an agent and the former agent he must protect are forced to go on the run in this cat-and-mouse thriller now on DVD.
‘True Blood’ season four out on DVD May 31, 2012 12:00 AM
One of the most successful series in the history of HBO, "True Blood" returned to the foundation that made it great with season four. If you missed it, you can now catch it on DVD. The series is based on the Sookie Stackhouse novels by Charlaine Harris and lets us in on the world of vampires. Anna Panquin stars as Sookie, and she rules most of the scenes that she is in. The ensemble cast is excellent, and season four had a more cohesive balance with the scripts.
Tuskegee airmen drama 'Red Tails' arrives on DVD May 25, 2012 12:00 AM
Based on the true story of the Tuskegee Airmen, "Red Tails" weaves together history, drama and action. The movie is no available on DVD.