Archives for the 'DVD & Blu-Ray' Category
‘Pinocchio: 70th Anniversary Platinum Edition’ comes to DVD and Blu-ray
The Walt Disney original classic, Pinocchio, is heading to DVD and Blu-ray as “Pinocchio: 70th Anniversary Platinum Edition” on March 10, 2009. Available for the first time on Blu-ray and 2-Disc DVD, Pinocchio is restored with enhanced picture and sound. The movie will be available for a limited time only and comes loaded with bonus features.
The special 2-Disc Blu-ray release not only includes a bonus standard definition DVD of the film in the same package, but provides viewers accessibility to Disney’s popular BD-Live Network, which allows viewers to chat, video stream, participate in communal games and download exclusive content.

‘The Flintstones: The Complete Series’ heads to DVD
Launched as an animated version of “The Honeymooners,” Hanna-Barbera’s cartoon classic “The Flintstones” is heading to DVD in a complete series box set. From the town of Bedrock, modern Stone-Age couple Fred and Wilma Flintstone and their goofy best-friend neighbors Barney and Betty Rubble comically trudge through prehistoric daily lives. Rounding out the cast are pet dinosaur, Dino, Flintstones daughter, Pebbles, and Rubbles son Bamm Bamm. The DVD collection includes all 166 episodes of the animated sitcom’s six seasons and will be available in stores on October 28, 2008.

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New ‘Resident Evil: Degeneration’ trailer
Check out the brand new trailer for ‘Resident Evil: Degeneration,’ which premiered at Tokyo Game Show 2008. Sony Pictures Home Entertainment is releasing this direct-to-DVD movie on December 30th.
Four ‘Peanuts Holiday Collection’ videos
Warner Home Video recently released “Peanuts Holiday Collection,” a 3 DVD set which includes “A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving”, “A Charlie Brown Christmas” and “It’s a Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown.” Those who prefer not to buy the complete set can purchase each movie separately, although you’ll probably save money by buying the set.
For those still on the fence on whether or not to purchase these, check out the following four videos and tell me you don’t want to run out and buy these for nostalgic reasons. We all remember the great times we had watching these as a child. Now’s your chance to relive those memories or pass them on to your children.
‘Dead Space: Downfall’ hospital clip
Check out this brand new video for Dead Space: Downfall, scheduled for release on October 28th on DVD and Blu-ray.
Warning: The following video contains violence and adult language.
Synopsis: An ancient religious artifact has been recovered by a deep-space mining ship, and for the crew of the USG Ishimura, life just became a living hell. Unearthed on a far-away planet during a mining operation, the relic is worshiped by some, even seen as proof of God. But when it’s removed from its resting place and brought on the ship, the artifact unleashes a long-dormant alien race, one bent on ripping apart — and taking over — every human aboard.
‘Dead Space: Downfall’ slashes its way onto DVD and Blu-ray
What if aliens took over the human race? Our own worst nightmares have come to life in Anchor Bay Entertainments October 28th DVD and Blu-ray Disc releases of Dead Space: Downfall. The movie bridges the gap in the narrative between the Dead Space comic series and the Dead Space: Downfall video game which will be released in late October.
Check out some artwork below.
‘The Flight Before Christmas’ takes off Oct. 28th
A young reindeer named Niko dreams about flying like his father who he believes is a member of Santa’s famous Flying Forces. Despite suffering from severe vertigo, he sneaks out of his home to take flying lessons from his friend Julius, a clumsy flying squirrel. Soon after, Niko and Julius learn that Santa and his reindeer are in serious trouble so the pair gather their forest friends and head North to save the day.
The Flight Before Christmas, starring Emma Roberts and Norm MacDonald, will be available on DVD at retailers nationwide on October 28, 2008.

‘Kung Fu Panda’ sequel release date announced
DreamWorks Animation today announced that the sequel to “Kung Fu Panda” is expected scheduled for theatrical release on June 3, 2011. DreamWorks Animation also hopes to release the movie in IMAX theaters worldwide.
The sequel will star Jack Black, Angelina Jolie and other original cast members. Running the show will be director ennifer Yuh Nelson, head of story “Kung Fu Panda.” Jonathan Aibel and Glenn Berger, writers and co-producers of the original film, will also return.
DreamWorks Animation’s CEO, Jeffrey Katzenberg, said, “We are thrilled to reunite the creative team that made ‘Kung Fu Panda’ such a global success. Because of their imaginative work, Po’s path to heroism proved popular with moviegoers of all ages around the world.”
“Kung Fu Panda,” which has raked in over $625MM worldwide will be release on on two-disc DVD and Blu-ray on November 9, 2008 alongside a brand new companion story, “Secrets of the Furious Five.”

10th Anniversary ‘Powerpuff Girls’ collection announced
Warner Home Video has announced today that it will release a special 10th anniversary collection of ‘The Powerpuff Girls,’ featuring all 78 episodes. The 6-disc DVD set is scheduled for release on January 20, 2009 and will retail for $59.97 — although you’ll probably be able to get it for less. Bonus materials include commentary tracks, a music video, a documentary on the show’s creator and much more.

‘Spongebob Squarepants - WhoBob WhatPants?’ coming to DVD
Spongebob Squarepants - WhoBob WhatPants? is set for release on October 14th on DVD; featuring six episodes for a total runtime of 78 minutes.
Episode Descriptions:
What Ever Happened to SpongeBob?
SpongeBob leaves Bikini Bottom, gets amnesia and finds himself Mayor of New Kelp City! When Sandy, Patrick, Mr. Krabs and Squidward finally find him, will SpongeBob return to his old life with these “strangers” or remain in the city where he’s a hero?