New Blu-ray Reviews

Peeping Tom Blu-ray Movie    

50th Anniversary Edition

Optimum Home Entertainment | 1960 | 101 min | Rated BBFC: 15 | Nov 22, 2010 | Dr. Svet Atanasov

A frank exploration of voyeurism and violence, Michael Powell's extraordinary film is the story of a psychopathic cameraman - his childhood traumas, sexual crises, and murderous revenge as an adult. Reviled by critics upon its initial release for its deeply unsettling subject matter, the film has since been hailed as a masterpiece.

Mystery / Thriller / Psychological thriller

Fire And Ice: The Dragon Chronicles Blu-ray Movie  

Entertainment One | 2008 | 86 min | Rated PG-13 | Nov 23, 2010 | Jeffrey Kauffman

Ruled by King Augustin, Carpia is a peaceful kingdom in a world inhabited by dragons and knights. The land's serenity is unexpectedly shattered by a Fire Dragon that spreads almighty fear and death amongst the kingdom's innocent people.

Adventure / Drama / Fantasy

Superman/Shazam! The Return of Black Adam Blu-ray Movie  

DC Showcase Animated Shorts / Blu-ray + DVD

Warner Bros. | 2010 | 4 Movies | 63 min | Rated PG | Nov 09, 2010 | Kenneth Brown

Chosen the world’s protector against the Seven Deadly Enemies of Man – pride, envy, greed, hatred, selfishness, laziness and injustice – young Billy Batson accepts his destiny as Captain Marvel. Battling alongside Superman against nefarious Black Adam, Billy soon discovers the challenge super heroes ultimately face: is it revenge or justice?

Action / Adventure / Animation / Fantasy / Sci-Fi / Short / Comic book

Amores Perros Blu-ray Movie    

Love's a Bitch

Optimum Home Entertainment | 2000 | 154 min | Rated BBFC: 18 | Oct 18, 2010 | Dr. Svet Atanasov

In Mexico City, the lives of three strangers—a young man mixed up in the gritty underworld of dogfighting, a glamorous woman who seems to have it all, and a mysterious assassin who is desperate to reconnect with his estranged daughter—collide in a tragic twist of fate that forever alters their personal journeys.

Crime / Drama / Thriller / Foreign

Sherlock Jr. / Three Ages Blu-ray Movie  

Kino Lorber | 1923-1924 | 2 Movies | 108 min | Not rated | Nov 16, 2010 | Casey Broadwater

See individual titles for their synopses.

Action / Comedy / Romance

Dio: Holy Diver Live Blu-ray Movie  

Eagle Rock Entertainment | 2006 | 125 min | Not rated | Oct 12, 2010 | Dr. Svet Atanasov

Recorded live on October 22nd, 2005 at London's Astoria Theatre, Ronnie James Dio and company perform his debut solo record, Holy Diver in its entirity along with several other classics spanning his solo career and his stints as frontman for Rainbow and Black Sabbath. Set List: Tarot Woman The Sign of The Southern Cross One Night In The City Stand Up And Shout Holy Diver Gypsy Caught In The Middle Don't Talk To Strangers Straight Through The Heart Invisible Rainbow In The Dark Shame On The Night Gates of Babylon Heaven And Hell Man On The Silver Mountain Long Live Rock And Roll We Rock

Documentary / Music

Opera, Ballet & Theatre Blu-ray Movie  

The Blu-ray Experience II

Opus Arte | 2010 | 54 min | Not rated | Oct 26, 2010 | Jeffrey Kauffman

Fourteen excerpts from Opus Arte opera, ballet and live theater performances are offered.

Music

V: The Complete First Season Blu-ray Movie  

Warner Bros. | 2009-2010 | 520 min | Rated TV-14 | Nov 02, 2010 | Kenneth Brown

They arriVe. Earth’s first alien encounter begins when huge motherships appear over 29 major cities. The visitors – the Vs – are human-like beings who know our languages and bring awesome gifts of healing and technology. People everywhere welcome them as saviors. But a fledgling resistance is on the rise, determined to reveal the shocking truth. Among the underground cadre: an FBI Counter Terrorism Agent who uncovers a terror cell no one ever expected…and finds that her teenage son is drawn to the beauty and promise of the Vs. Get in the know with the amazing first season of the series that combines sci-fi thrills with the uncertainties of the post-9/11 world. Here. Now. AdVenture begins.

Drama / Sci-Fi / Thriller

Scent of a Woman Blu-ray Movie    

Universal Studios | 1992 | 157 min | Rated BBFC: 15 | Oct 25, 2010 | Dr. Svet Atanasov

Retired Army Lt. Col. Frank Slade is blind, cantankerous, and impossible to get along with. Charlie, a poor prep-school student hoping to earn some extra cash agrees to look after Frank over the Thanksgiving holiday. Though the two are mismatched, their relationship grows into a close friendship during a string of wild escapades on an unforgettable trip to the Big Apple… Hoo-ah!

Drama

Sondheim! The Birthday Concert Blu-ray Movie  

Image Entertainment | 2010 | 116 min | Not rated | Nov 16, 2010 | Jeffrey Kauffman

Broadway's greatest talents join together to honor the 80th birthday of legendary composer, Stephen Sondheim.

Music / Musical

Dragon Ball Z Kai: Part 2 Blu-ray Movie  

FUNimation Entertainment | 2009 | 325 min | Rated TV-PG | Sep 14, 2010 | Dustin Somner

Goku lies battered and nearly beaten, the Dragon Balls have been destroyed, and a new breed of evil looms on the horizon! Frieza, a violent galactic overlord, has discovered the source of the original Dragon Balls, and he’ll eagerly destroy anything to harness their wish-granting power. Meanwhile, Vegeta – fully recovered from his humiliating defeat – travels to planet Namek on a mission to intercept Frieza and seize the Dragon Balls for own devious desires. With Goku out of commission, courageous young Gohan must journey to the far reaches of space to defeat a foe far more fearsome than anything his father ever encountered. The future depends on it.

Action / Adventure / Anime / Fantasy / Sci-Fi / Martial arts / Comic book / Foreign

The Goonies Blu-ray Movie  

25th Anniversary Ultimate Collector's Edition

Warner Bros. | 1985 | 114 min | Rated PG | Nov 02, 2010 | Dr. Svet Atanasov

A band of young boys find a treasure map and embark on a magical adventure.

Adventure / Comedy / Family / Mystery / Coming of age

Cars Toon: Mater's Tall Tales Blu-ray Movie  

Blu-ray + DVD

Disney / Pixar | 2008-2010 | 2 Seasons | 36 min | Rated TV-G | Nov 02, 2010 | Kenneth Brown

Rev up your engines for this unforgettable collection of Cars Toons starring Mater, the lovable and hilarious tow truck from the hit movie Cars. From the creative minds of Disney/Pixar come nine highly entertaining "Tall Tales" involving bullfights, drag races, rock concerts, monster truck showdowns and even UFOs - plus, check out the new, exclusive, never-before-seen Cars Toons Mater Private Eye and Moon Mater. Join Mater, the heart and soul of Radiator Springs, and all your favorite characters from the world of Cars as they take you on a fun-filled ride that will have your family roaring with laughter!

Animation / Family

Centurion Blu-ray Movie  

Blu-ray + Digital Copy

Magnolia Pictures | 2010 | 97 min | Rated R | Nov 02, 2010 | Casey Broadwater

In 117 AD, Roman warrior Quintus Dias marches into northern Britain with General Virilus's Ninth Legion in an attempt to take down the Picts who have been carrying out terrifying raids on Roman forts. When the legion is ambushed and Virilus taken captive, Quintus and his men must do all they can to survive in harsh and unfamiliar terrain, rescue their General and get back to the safety of the Roman frontier.

Action / Adventure / Drama / History / Thriller / War

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Concerts Blu-ray Movie  

25th Anniversary

Time Life Records | 2009-2010 | 320 min | Unrated | Nov 02, 2010 | Jeffrey Kauffman

On October 29th and 30th, 2009, rock 'n' roll royalty held court at Madison Square Garden for what haven been called "the best concerts ever," where "rock 'n' roll history was made."

Music

Chungking Express Blu-ray Movie    

Chung Hing sam lam

Mei Ah | 1994 | 102 min | Rated IIB | Sep 08, 2010 | Dr. Svet Atanasov

Two heartsick Hong Kong cops, both jilted by ex-lovers, cross paths at the Midnight Express take-out restaurant stand, where the ethereal pixie waitress Faye works.

Drama / Romance / Foreign

Disney WOW: World of Wonder Blu-ray Movie  

AV Calibration Suite

Disney / Buena Vista | 2010 | 2 Movies | 240 min | Not rated | Nov 02, 2010 | Kenneth Brown

The Disney WOW World of Wonder Disc is a definitive "how to" guide for in-home High Definition (HD) optimization of home entertainment systems featuring the help of classic Disney character GOOFY and including HD demonstration clips from popular Disney titles including Toy Story, Up, Bolt and Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End. The easy to follow on-screen guide is designed to help consumers get the best quality experience from their home theater systems by providing everyone from beginners and enthusiasts to experts and custom installers alike with valuable high quality calibration tools.

Animation / Other

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Blu-ray Movie  

Blu-ray + DVD

Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer | 1968 | 146 min | Rated G | Nov 02, 2010 | Casey Broadwater

A wacky inventor creates a super-car that can float as well as fly, and, along with his children, uses it to rescue his kidnapped father from an evil prince.

Comedy / Family / Musical / Imaginary

Love Ranch Blu-ray Movie  

National Entertainment Media | 2010 | 117 min | Rated R | Nov 09, 2010 | Jeffrey Kauffman

A drama centered around a married couple who opened the first legal brothel in Nevada. Based on real events.

Comedy / Drama / Romance / Sport

Wild at Heart Blu-ray Movie    

Universal Studios | 1990 | 125 min | Rated BBFC: 18 | Oct 25, 2010 | Dr. Svet Atanasov

Young lovers Sailor and Lula run from the variety of weirdos that Lula's mom has hired to kill Sailor.

Comedy / Crime / Drama / Romance / Thriller / Dark humor