New Blu-ray Reviews

Frontera Blu-ray Movie  

Magnolia Pictures | 2014 | 103 min | Rated PG-13 | Nov 04, 2014 | Michael Reuben

After crossing the U.S. border illegally for work, Miguel, a hard-working father, is wrongfully accused of murder. Miguel’s pregnant wife tries to come to his aid and lands in the hands of corrupt "coyotes" who demand a ransom. When a former sheriff investigates the charges against Miguel, he uncovers disturbing evidence.

Drama

The Rolling Stones: From the Vault - Hampton Coliseum - Live in 1981 Blu-ray Movie  

Eagle Rock Entertainment | 1981 | 150 min | Not rated | Nov 04, 2014 | Jeffrey Kauffman

No synopsis for this title.

Music

The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari Blu-ray Movie  

Das Cabinet des Dr. Caligari

Kino Lorber | 1920 | 78 min | Not rated | Nov 18, 2014 | Dr. Svet Atanasov

Francis recalls in his memory the horrible experiences he and his fiancée Jane recently went through. Francis and his friend Alan visit The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari, an exhibit where the mysterious doctor shows the somnambulist Cesare, and awakens him for some moments from his death-like sleep. When Alan asks Cesare about his future, Cesare answers that he will die before dawn. The next morning Alan is found dead. Francis suspects Cesare of being the murderer, and starts spying on him and Dr. Caligari. The following night Cesare is going to stab Jane in her bed, but softens when he sees the beautiful woman, and instead of committing another murder, he abducts her. Francis pursues the fleeing Dr. Caligari, and sees him disappear into a madhouse, where he is sure he will find the truth behind all these mysterious events...

Horror / Thriller / Psychological thriller / Foreign / Surreal

Jeff Dunham: All Over the Map Blu-ray Movie  

Paramount Pictures | 2014 | 1 Movie, 2 Cuts | 84 min | Not rated | Nov 18, 2014 | Martin Liebman

In this documentary/stand-up special, Jeff takes his friends in the suitcase all around the world, performing in places such as Iceland, Norway, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, London, and Israel.

Comedy

Jennifer Blu-ray Movie  

Kino Lorber | 1978 | 90 min | Rated PG | Oct 14, 2014 | Brian Orndorf

Ostracized at a snooty private school because of her rural, poor background, a scholarship student is tormented to the point where her only remaining recourse is revenge, using the only method she knows: her psychic control over snakes!

Horror

Tammy Blu-ray Movie  

Extended Cut / Blu-ray + DVD + UV Digital Copy

Warner Bros. | 2014 | 1 Movie, 2 Cuts | 101 min | Rated R | Nov 11, 2014 | Kenneth Brown

After losing her job and learning that her husband has been unfaithful, a woman hits the road with her profane, hard-drinking grandmother.

Comedy

Step Up All In Blu-ray Movie  

Blu-ray + UV Digital Copy

Lionsgate Films | 2014 | 112 min | Rated PG-13 | Nov 04, 2014 | Jeffrey Kauffman

All-stars from the previous Step Up installments come together in glittering Las Vegas, battling for a victory that could define their dreams and their careers.

Drama / Music / Romance / Teen

Remember the Night Blu-ray Movie  

TCM Vault Collection

Turner Home Entertainment | 1940 | 94 min | Not rated | Nov 18, 2014 | Jeffrey Kauffman

A shoplifter and her prosecuter fall in love, creating tensions in their family lives.

Comedy / Drama / Romance / Holiday

22 Jump Street Blu-ray Movie  

Blu-ray + DVD + UV Digital Copy

Sony Pictures | 2014 | 112 min | Rated R | Nov 18, 2014 | Martin Liebman

After making their way through high school (twice), big changes are in store for officers Schmidt and Jenko when they go deep undercover at a local college.

Action / Comedy / Crime

Mon Oncle Blu-ray Movie  

My Uncle / French and English Versions

Criterion | 1958 | 1 Movie, 2 Cuts | 116 min | Not rated | No Release Date | Dr. Svet Atanasov

Monsieur Hulot visits the technology-driven world of his sister, brother-in-law, and nephew, but he can't quite fit into the surroundings.

Comedy / Foreign

The Ninth Configuration Blu-ray Movie  

Twinkle, Twinkle, "Killer" Kane / Blu-ray + DVD

Hen's Tooth Video | 1980 | 118 min | Rated R | Nov 04, 2014 | Michael Reuben

In the final days of the Vietnam War, a psychiatrist, Col. Kane, takes charge of an experimental military facility studying soldiers who appear to have suffered a psychotic break. Kane believes he can cure the inmates, but his methods are challenged both by the military men guarding the facility and by the patients themselves, some of whom suspect that Kane isn't what he seems.

Drama / Mystery / Thriller / War / Dark humor

Nocturna Blu-ray Movie  

Cinedigm | 2007 | 84 min | Not rated | Nov 11, 2014 | Jeffrey Kauffman

An orphan boy named Tim is afraid of the dark. However when the stars start going out in the sky he finds himself exploring the world of the night his new friend, the cat Shepard, to find out why.

Adventure / Animation / Family / Fantasy / Mystery / Foreign

Last Embrace Blu-ray Movie  

Kino Lorber | 1979 | 102 min | Rated R | Oct 14, 2014 | Brian Orndorf

When his wife is killed in a restaurant shoot-out, intelligence man Harry Hannan (Roy Scheider) has a breakdown and finds that his department doesn't want him back. Someone's trying to kill him and it could be them, though a cryptic Jewish death-threat suggests there's something else going on. His only ally seems to be mousy Ellie Fabian (Janet Margolin) who has managed to move into his New York apartment.

Thriller

True Blood: The Complete Seventh Season Blu-ray Movie  

Blu-ray + UV Digital Copy

HBO | 2014 | 600 min | Rated TV-MA | Nov 11, 2014 | Kenneth Brown

In a world where vampires have come out of the coffin, Sookie Stackhouse, a telepathic waitress, discovers a new world of different creatures when she meets Bill Compton, a vampire.

Drama / Fantasy / Horror / Mystery / Romance / Thriller / Supernatural / Erotic

Los Angeles Plays Itself Blu-ray Movie  

Cinema Guild | 2003 | 170 min | Not rated | Oct 21, 2014 | Brian Orndorf

Of the cities in the world, few are depicted in and mythologized more in film and television than the city of Los Angeles. Examines in detail of the ways the city has been depicted, both when it is meant to be anonymous and when itself is the focus. Along the way, illustration of concerns of how the real city and its people are misrepresented and distorted through the prism of popular film culture. Furthermore, it is also a chronicle of the real stories of the city's modern history behind the notorious accounts of the great conspiracies that ravaged the city, that reveal a more open and yet darker past than the casual viewer would suspect.

Documentary / History

Welcome to the Space Show Blu-ray Movie  

Uchū Show e Yōkoso

Cinedigm | 2010 | 136 min | Not rated | Nov 11, 2014 | Jeffrey Kauffman

A tiny mountain village in a remote woodland region. Five primary school kids have come together in this idyllic spot in order to spend their summer holidays at a camp. At first the children enjoy carefree days amidst unspoiled nature far away from adult supervision. But their life changes dramatically when they come across what they believe to be a small dog, badly in need of help. The creature - known as Pochi - turns out not to be a dog at all but an alien on an important mission. It seems there is a mysterious substance on earth that is coveted throughout the universe. Pochi had almost found it but was so badly injured during a fight that he had to give up his search. Thanks to the children's help, the alien survives - and decides to reward them generously. "Where would you most like to travel?" is the question Pochi puts to his rescuers. Their answer is prompt, if vague: "As far as possible!" Pochi suggests they try the moon first of all, and so, the alien whisks away the kids to the satellite next door. This marks the beginning of an absolutely amazing adventure. During the course of their travels they discover that the substance coveted throughout the universe is in fact also integral to Japanese cuisine - and it just so happens that one of the kids has some of this mysterious substance in his pocket.

Adventure / Anime / Drama / Family / Fantasy / Sci-Fi / Foreign

Rabid Dogs Blu-ray Movie    

Cani arrabbiati / Kidnapped / Blu-ray + DVD

Arrow | 1974 | 1 Movie, 2 Cuts | 96 min | Rated BBFC: 18 | Oct 27, 2014 | Dr. Svet Atanasov

Three violent criminals take hostages and force them to drive them outside Rome to help them make a clean escape.

Crime / Drama / Thriller / Foreign

Genesis: Three Sides Live Blu-ray Movie  

Eagle Rock Entertainment | 1981 | 133 min | Not rated | Nov 04, 2014 | Jeffrey Kauffman

No synopsis for this title.

Music

Eric Clapton: Planes, Trains and Eric Blu-ray Movie  

Eagle Rock Entertainment | 2014 | 155 min | Not rated | Nov 04, 2014 | Jeffrey Kauffman

Eric Clapton is one of the most revered and influential guitarists of all time. From his early days with the Yardbirds, through John Mayall sBluesbreakers, Cream, Blind Faith, Derek And The Dominos and on to his solo career he has had consistent critical and commercial success. Planes, Trains And Eric follows Eric Clapton and his band on the Far and Middle Eastern leg of his 2014 World Tour. The film features 13 full length performances from the tour intercut with interviews with Eric Clapton and the band members, rehearsal and soundcheck footage, travel by trains and planes, presentations and fly on the wall filming of all the many aspects of being on the road with Eric Clapton. Bonus Features Additional interviews Live performances: (1) Nobody Knows You (When You re Down And Out) (2) Alabama Woman Track Listing 1) Tell The Truth 2) Pretending 3) Crossroads 4) Driftin 5) I Shot The Sherriff 6) Little Queen Of Spades 7) Layla 8) Wonderful Tonight 9) Key To The Highway 10) Before You Accuse Me 11) Tears In Heaven 12) Cocaine 13) HoochieCoochie Man 14) High Time (Credits Audio Only)

Documentary / Music

Land Ho! Blu-ray Movie  

Blu-ray + DVD

Sony Pictures | 2014 | 95 min | Rated R | Nov 04, 2014 | Martin Liebman

A pair of ex-brothers-in-law set off to Iceland in an attempt to reclaim their youth through Reykjavik nightclubs, trendy spas, and rugged campsites. This bawdy adventure is a throwback to 1980s road trip comedies, as well as a candid exploration of aging, loneliness, and friendship.

Adventure / Comedy