New Brit Chiller Salvage Coming to Cinamas and DVD This Month!
Described by the media as “thrilling” (Bizarre), “scary and believable” (Sci-Fi London), and “a seriously shocking chiller for our times” (Alan Jones, Frightfest), Salvage , the stunning debut feature from director Lawrence Gough, is a brand new British horror film that redefines the genre with a strong female heroine and a topical plot that positions the terror right on our doorstep.
It’s Christmas Eve and a quiet cul-de-sac is suddenly plunged into a world of violence, terror and paranoia when a group of heavily armed military personnel storms the area, sealing off the close and ordering the residents at gunpoint to retreat inside their homes.
Unsure if this is the first sign of a terrorist attack, or something worse, one local single mother, Beth (Neve Mcintosh), finds it in herself to fight to save her estranged daughter, Jodie (Linzey Cocker), who is visiting her for the holiday but is now stranded across the street in a neighbour’s house. However, with growing dread, the trapped residents soon discover that the imminent threat is far more monstrous than any of them could possibly imagine. Only one thing is certain… survival is no longer guaranteed.
Salvage will open at selected UK cinemas on 19th March 2010 as well as being available on Sky Box Office, iTunes, FilmFlex and LOVEFilM on the same day. It will be also released on DVD on 22nd March 2010.
Johnny Mad Dog Trailer For DVD Out This Mar!
Johnny Mad Dog brings to life the brutal, visceral reality of children caught up in civil wars across Africa.
The eponymous Johnny (Christopher Minie) is the lieutenant of an especially violent gang of young soldiers who believe they are leading a fight against a President they despise in an unnamed African country. The gang’s belief in their cause sees them commit atrocity after atrocity in the name of freedom, with rape, murder and brutalisation the tools in their personal war that is seeing the country fall into a state of ruin.
At the same time, Laokolé (Daisy Victoria Vandy), a 16-year old student in the country’s decimated capital, is attempting to flee the oncoming storm of violence with her baby brother, unaware that her plans will lead her inexorably towards an encounter with Johnny...
Gripping, frank and incredibly raw, JOHNNY MAD DOG is as important as it is affecting. Following an impressive showing at this year’s London Film Festival, the film’s release on DVD delivers a unique opportunity to witness the reality of what war means to the thousands of young lives that inevitably are consumed by it.
Johnny Mad Dog is available on DVD courtesy of Momentum Pictures from the 15th March 2010.
Surrogates On DVD & Blu-ray This Feb
The ultimate all-action hero, Bruce Willis, is back with another exhilarating thrill ride in Surrogates. Directed by Jonathan Mostow (Terminator Three: Rise of the Machines, U-571), Surrogates is a heart-pounding futuristic tale of splintered identity, treachery and murder. Both Blu-ray and DVD editions come with an array of bonus features that not only allow audiences to delve deeper into the darkly imaginative world of Surrogates, but explore how this futuristic plot is not so far from reality. Based on the enormously popular graphic novel created by Robert Venditti and Brett Weldele, Surrogates also stars Radha Mitchell (Silent Hill), Ving Rhames (Mission Impossible), James Cromwell (Spider-man 3) and Rosamund Pike (An Education). FBI agent Tom Greer (Bruce Willis) lives in a world where robotic surrogates stand in for people, protecting them from violence, contagion—and the appearance of aging. These picture perfect, real-life avatars—fit, good-looking, remotely controlled machines that assume their operator’s life role—enable the population to experience life vicariously from the comfort and safety of their own homes. Greer and his partner, Agent Peters (Radha Mitchell), are called in to probe the mysterious death of a college student, whose life ended when his surrogate was destroyed. When Greer’s surrogate is damaged in the investigation, he ventures out of his apartment for the first time in decades. In a world of masks, Greer must decide who is real and who can be trusted.
Check out this great clip entitled 'Seen this before' by clicking HERE!!!
Surrogates is available on Blu-ray and DVD courtesy of Touchstone Pictures from the 1st February 2010.
Harry Brown Strolls Onto DVD This March
Two-time Academy Award winner and screen icon, Sir Michael Caine stars in the riveting and gritty action thriller Harry Brown, the story of one man’s journey through a chaotic world where drugs are the currency and guns run the streets. Modest law-abiding citizen, Harry Brown is forced to dispense his own brand of justice as he bids to clean up the run-down estate he calls home. Sir Michael Caine gives the performance of his lifetime as the iconic Harry Brown. Barber’s debut film is a gripping, violent thriller that’ll ‘make any Quentin Tarantino film seem like The Magic Roundabout’ (Mail on Sunday). Daniel Barber’s first directorial feature is a shocking, brilliant and thought-provoking film which stars a strong supporting cast including Emily Mortimer (Shutter Island), Liam Cunningham (Hunger, The Wind That Shakes the Barely), and up-and-coming British talent like Ben Drew aka Plan B (Adulthood), Jack O’Connell (Eden Lake), Lee Oakes (Two Pints of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps), Joseph Gilgun (This Is England), Sean Harris (24 Hour Party People), David Bradley (Harry Potter, Hot Fuzz) and Iain Glen (“The Diary of Anne Frank” Kingdom of Heaven). The film boasts a brilliant soundtrack and both the DVD and Blu-ray releases are packed with excellent extras. Caine is a class act in this hard-hitting suspense thriller and Harry Brown is a must-have addition to any DVD/Blu-ray collection.
Harry Brown will be released on DVD and Blu-ray with a host of special features, including an unmissable audio commentary from Caine, on 22nd March.
30 Rock: Season 3 Comes To DVD This March
Rejoin Tina Fey (Baby Mama, Mean Girls), Alec Baldwin (Beetlejuice, The Hunt For Red October) and Jane Krakowski (Ally McBeal) and get set to laugh your head off as 30 ROCK: SEASON 3 comes to DVD. It was this 22-episode season which earned 22 Emmy nominations – the most ever for a TV comedy. 30 Rock is a parody sit-com that revolves around a fictional comedy variety show called The Girlie Show (TGS) with Tracy Jordan, set in New York at ‘30 Rockefeller Plaza’. The show’s main writer, Liz Lemon, is played by Tina Fey, her boss, executive Jack Donaghy, is played by Alec Baldwin, and various TGS cast members include famous comedian Tracy Jordan, played by Tracy Morgan, and Jenna Maroney, played by Jane Krakowski. As we hit Season 3 the main storylines have migrated from the sketch show, TGS with Tracey Morgan, to the characters' personal lives, mainly Liz's and Jack's. However, this doesn’t put a halt to some amazing star appearances from Jon Hamm (Mad Men), who plays Liz’s boyfriend Drew, while Salma Hayek (Ugly Betty) plays Jack’s love interest Elisa in six episodes. Other guest stars include Jennifer Aniston, Oprah Winfrey, Megan Mullally, Milton Greene, Carrie Fisher, Elaine Stritch, Steve Buscemi and Steve Martin. If this isn’t enough for one season, the finale episode features multiple musical guests including Norah Jones, Steve Earle, Clay Aiken, Beastie Boys, Mary J. Blige, Elvis Costello, Sheryl Crow, Cyndi Lauper, Adam Levine, Sara Bareilles and Rachael Yamagata, performing an organ donation drive spoof appropriately titled ‘Kidney Now’. With extremely strong writing and a bevy of inspired celebrity cameos, this witty look at an alternate-reality SNL gains laugh out loud momentum during its third season, and it’s critical acclaim and mass popularity proves Tina Fey's comedic TV exposé still tickles the funny bone!
30 ROCK: SEASON 3 comes to DVD on 8th March 2010.
Michael Jackson’s This Is It Dances Onto DVD & Blu-Ray This Feb!
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment offers music lovers a backstage pass to witness the King of Pop plan and create what would have been his electrifying and triumphant return to the stage when Michael Jackson’s This Is It debuts on Blu-ray, Single Disc and Two-Disc Special Edition DVD. After breaking box office records around the world, Michael Jackson’s This Is It will dazzle on Blu-ray and DVD. Directed by Kenny Ortega, the Blu-ray and DVD releases will allow fans to go beyond the theatrical experience of the film with the two documentaries "Staging The Return: Beyond The Show" and "Staging The Return: The Adventure Begins," in which Michael Jackson is shown developing, creating and rehearsing for his sold-out “This Is It” tour. Also available are a series of illuminating featurettes, including “The Gloved One,” a costume themed featurette; “Memories of Michael,” in which cast and crew pay moving tribute to the legacy of Michael Jackson; “Auditions: Searching for the World's Best Dancers,” spotlighting the search for the show’s incredibly talented backup dancers; and the film’s Theatrical Trailer. Also included exclusively on the European release is the never-before seen additional featurette ‘The Unfinished Rehearsals’ in which Kenny Ortega and Production Designer Michael Cotten reveal two show-stopping concepts for This Is It which never made it to the big screen. Additional features exclusive to the Blu-ray include the complete and uncut versions of “Smooth Criminal” and “Thriller,” two all-new vignettes seen briefly in the film, along with a special “Making-of Smooth Criminal” featurette. In “Smooth Criminal,” sit back and marvel as Michael Jackson seamlessly shares the screen with some of the greatest movie stars of all-time in a new black and white vignette that celebrates Michael’s love of ‘Old Hollywood.’ Then, in the all-new “Thriller” vignette, watch in awe as Michael brings one of his most popular songs to a monstrous second life in a thrilling new video featuring a whole new cast of zombies, ghosts and ghouls igniting awareness with all-new and signature Jackson dance moves. Exclusive to the Blu-ray edition of Michael Jackson’s This Is It are even more must-have bonus features Jackson fans will love, including the BD-Live™ enabled movieIQ, which lets viewers add their favourite songs from the film to an emailable “This is It” playlist. With movieIQ, viewers can also access live trivia information about the movie’s cast, crew, music and production – all while watching the movie! Also included is a Photo Gallery with 75 insider photos from the rehearsals as well as an additional featurette “Dancing Machine” in which Choreographer Travis Payne discusses collaborating with dancing legend Michael Jackson on the choreography for his This Is It tour. The Blu-ray release also includes an exclusive 24 page photo booklet which is a unique archive of photographs taken during the final rehearsals.
Michael Jackson’s This Is It is available on single disc and double disc DVD and Blu-ray from February 22nd
The Battle Of The Sexes Heats Up In The Ugly Truth, On DVD & Blu-ray This Feb!
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment invites you to discover the hilarious truth about how men and women differ in their approach to romance in sexy comedy hit The Ugly Truth… Directed by Robert Luketic, who previously helmed the comedy hits Legally Blonde and Monster-In-Law, THE UGLY TRUTH is a classic screwball comedy with a deliciously modern sensibility that’s had male and female moviegoers talking - and laughing – everywhere! Katherine Heigl and Gerard Butler star in this wildly funny battle of the sexes. Abby (Heigl), a successful morning show producer, is looking for a lot in a man. Mike (Butler), her obnoxious TV star, knows men only want one thing. Determined to prove that she’s not romantically challenged, Abby takes Mike’s advice during a promising new romance, but the unexpected results will stun everyone.
The Ugly Truth debuts on Blu-ray and DVD this 8th February.
Robot Chicken Vol 3 Release
Robot Chicken is ba‐ba‐baw‐baaack! Season 3 of the toy murderin, attention‐span shatterin TV series comes to DVD on the 25th January 2010!
Adventureland Hits DVD This Feb - Watch The Clip Too!!! On what should be an unsatisfying summer, James is introduced to the shady goings on of the fun fair world as he swaps cheap Czech beer, world-famous museums and cute Italian girls for stroppy parents, stuffed toys and screaming kids. But stumbling upon an assortment of misfits, goons and lost souls, James’ stint at Adventureland is about to prove more enlightening than he could ever have imagined... Amongst the outsiders he encounters is witty co-worker Em Lewin (Kristen Stewart) who instantly captures his heart. Clueless to her secret affair with rocker turned maintenance man Mick Connell (Ryan Reynolds), he sets out to win her affections, but not without the typical teen trials and tribulations thrown in along the way.
Adventureland is available from February 8th 2010 on Blu-Ray, DVD, and VOD.
The clip is entitled ‘Hired’:
The Avengers: The Complete Series 3 Out To Own This Feb
The seminal classic The Avengers was at the height of the Cathy Gale era when Series 3 was broadcast to UK audiences. Starring Patrick Macnee as John Steed and Honor Blackman as Dr Cathy Gale, the show’s popularity was such that the producers bestowed a very healthy budget to ensure the series’ success and maintain its position as one of the nation’s favourite shows. Telling highly imaginative stories of secret agents in 1960s Britain, The Avengers is also an early example of the spy-fi genre combining as it does secret agent storylines with science fiction and fantasy elements. Although the writers were not allowed to let characters go beyond first base, Series 3 did establish a level of sexual tension between the characters, which was progressive for 1962-1963. The series revealed that Gale lived in Steed’s flat, and whilst the explanation was that it was a temporary arrangement whilst Gale looked for a new home, and that Steed slept in a hotel, the innuendo was there for all to see. The Gale era also saw Steed transformed from a trenchcoat-wearing run of the mill agent into a stereotypical English gentleman in Savile Row suit, bowler hat and umbrella – a traditional English Gent, though his attire concealed all manner of tricks and gadgets. Gale, on the other hand, was clad in black leather with high-heeled “kinky boots”, an outfit necessary for her high-kicking fighting style. The longest running espionage series produced for English-language television, The Avengers eventually reached audiences in 120 countries, a record that still stands to this day. Now, with the release of The Complete Series 3 on 15th February 2010, you can watch time this timeless classic time and time again.
The Avengers: Complete Series 3 is available to buy on DVD from the 15th February.
Astro Boy Trailer
A thrilling tale of a true hero, Astro Boy is an all new feature film full of action, adventure, humour and heart, brought to life on the big screen in breathtaking CGI animation. Set in futuristic Metro City, Astro Boy is about a young robot with incredible powers created by a brilliant scientist named Dr. Tenma (Nicolas Cage). Powered by positive ‘blue’ energy, Astro Boy (Freddie Highmore) is endowed with super strength, X-Ray vision, unbelievable speed and the ability to fly. Embarking on a journey in search of acceptance, Astro Boy encounters many other colourful characters along the way. Through his adventures, he learns the joys and emotions of being human and gains the strength to embrace his destiny. Learning his friends and family are in danger, Astro Boy marshals his awesome super powers and returns to Metro City in a valiant effort to save everything he cares about and to understand what it takes to be a hero.
Astro Boy opens in cinemas 5th February with previews on 30th & 31st February.
The Mentalist Thinks Its Way Onto DVD This March
Follow independent consultant Patrick Jane, as he embarks on a series of crime solving quests, in the critically acclaimed US drama The Mentalist. Patrick Jane played by Golden Globe Award nominee Simon Baker, (Devil Wears Prada, The Guardian,) who works with the California Bureau of Investigation (CBI), has a remarkable track record for solving serious crimes by using his razor sharp skills of observation. Within the Bureau, Jane is notorious for his blatant lack of protocol and his semi-celebrity past as a former psychic medium, whose paranormal abilities he now admits he faked. Jane's role in cracking a series of tough high-profile cases is greatly valued by his fellow agents. However, no-nonsense Senior Agent Teresa Lisbon, played by Robin Tunney (Empire Records, The Craft, Prison Break), openly resists having Jane in her unit and alternates between reluctantly acknowledging Jane’s usefulness and blasting him for his theatrics, narcissism and dangerous lack of boundaries. Lisbon’s team includes agents Kimball Cho (Tim Kang - The Forgotten, Two Weeks Notice), Wayne Rigsby (Owain Yeoman - Generation Kill, Troy) and rookie member Grace Van Pelt (Amanda Righetti- The O.C., Return to House on Haunted Hill), who all think Jane’s a loose cannon but admire his charm and knack for solving cases. Throughout the series Jane uses his mentalist skills to crack a number of complex murder cases including a wealthy banker who is found murdered inside his locked safe house, a school girl who’s body mysteriously washes up on the beach and even a crime where his former psychiatrist is the prime subject. The series was created by Bruno Heller (Rome) with a pilot directed by Emmy winner David Nutter (The Sopranos, Band of Brothers, Supernatural, The X-Files), and broadcast on FIVE earlier this year.
The Mentalist is available on DVD from Monday 8th March courtesy of Warner Home Video.
Halo Legends - 8 New Chapters To Be Revealed In Feb On DVD!
The Halo universe will expand on February 15th 2010, with the arrival of seven brand new animated stories. Produced by 343 Industries and distributed by Warner Bros, Halo Legends is an unprecedented gathering of the finest talent in Japanese anime, telling seven new stories (including one two-parter) across one phenomenal movie available on DVD and limited edition Blu-Ray. The Halo series of videogames has sold over 27 million copies across its various iterations, and up until recently holding the record for highest-grossing entertainment launch in history. Its success hasn't just been down to its sublime playability: the world itself is fully developed, with a rich and detailed history - something the release of Halo: Legends will confirm with its seven original stories. Each episode is set in the 26th Century of the Halo universe. The eight chapters have each been mastered by a highly celebrated Japanese anime studio, each exploring the mystery and action of the Halo universe. A stunning range of visual styles shed new light and epic perspective on Halo lore.
Halo Legends will be released in three formats: 1-disc DVD, 2-disc Special Edition DVD and limited edition Blu-Ray steel book. The 2-disc Special Edition contains several hours of incredible bonus features, including audio commentary with directors Frank O'Connor and Joseph Chou, "The Making of Halo Legends," and "Halo: Gaming Evolved" which explains the Halo phenomenon from its inception as an Xbox video game to a present day entertainment franchise. The Halo Legends Blu-Ray is loaded with bonus material, including all the great extras from the 2-disc Special Edition as well as "Halo: The Story so Far," an overview of the Halo universe up until the end of Halo 3. Visit our GAME NEWS SECTION for more information, a trailer and some screenshots!!!
Clash Of The Titans Full Trailer Released
In CLASH OF THE TITANS the ultimate struggle for power pits men against kings and kings against gods. But the war between the gods themselves could destroy the world. Born of a god but raised as a man, Perseus (Sam Worthington) is helpless to save his family from Hades (Ralph Fiennes), vengeful god of the underworld. With nothing left to lose, Perseus volunteers to lead a dangerous mission to defeat Hades before he can seize power from Zeus (Liam Neeson) and unleash hell on earth. Leading a daring band of warriors, Perseus sets off on a perilous journey deep into forbidden worlds. Battling unholy demons and fearsome beasts, he will only survive if he can accept his power as a god, defy his fate and create his own destiny.
Academy Award winning director Hayao Miyazaki ("Spirited Away") takes more moviegoers on a magical new adventure that celebrates the power of innocent love and the beauty of the natural world in his latest animated triumph, "PONYO". Inspired by Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale "The Little Mermaid", "PONYO" tells the story of a young and overeager goldfish named PONYO and her quest to become human. An enchanting and visually stunning blend of imagination, humour, action, myst ery and romance. Voice cast includes: Cate Blanchett, Matt Damon, Tina Fey and Liam Neeson
Ponyo is out in cinemas nationwide February 12 2010, courtesy of Optimum Releasing
Driving Aphrodite Steers Onto DVD This Feb
Release your inner goddess and open your heart to love this Valentine’s Day with DRIVING APHRODITE. From the star and writer of My Big Fat Greek Wedding and directed by Donald Petrie (How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, Miss Congeniality), join Nia Vardalos along with Richard Dreyfuss (Poseidon, W.) and Alistair McGowan (Alistair McGowan’s Big Impression) as they tour ancient Greece in this charming romantic comedy. Nia Vardalos plays Greek-American history professor Georgia, unlucky-in-love and in finding her dream job. Georgia has come to Athens and is working as a tour guide for Pangloss Tours hoping to find an eager audience for her encyclopaedic knowledge of ancient Greece. Instead, the travellers who regularly fill Georgia’s tours are far more interested in lounging on famous Greek beaches or shopping for tacky souvenirs. Georgia’s latest tour group is her worst yet. The motley crew is filled with misfits from all over the world including Irv (Richard Dreyfuss) who can always be counted on for a bad joke at every occasion. To make matters worse, Georgia has been assigned the most dilapidated tour bus in Europe, the crummiest hotels Greece has to offer, and Pangloss’ seemingly mute bus driver, Poupi Kakas (Alexis Georgoulis). Meanwhile, fellow tour guide Nico (Alistair McGowan) unleashes a series of pranks to turn Georgia’s group against her and with everything going wrong, she is ready to quit and leave Greek life behind. But she forms an unlikely friendship with Irv who takes her on a personal detour showing her how to look for the beauty in people. As Irv plays cupid, and with his help, Georgia finds the Va Va Voom missing from her life. Opening her eyes to new possibilities, she realises that true love may be a lot closer than she thinks. Set in a beautiful, romantic and picturesque destination, the hilarious DRIVING APHRODITE is the perfect gift Valentine’s Day.
DRIVING APHRODITE is available on DVD, On Demand and Digital Download from 8th February 2010, courtesy of Warner Home Video.
Clash Of The Titans 2010 Teaser Trailer
There is nothing to say about this upcoming big budget remake of a great classic... other than AWESOME!!!
Starring Sam Worthington (Terminator: Salvation) as the heroic Perseus, Clash of the Titans is expected to hit cinemas in Spring 2010.
The Wolfman Trailer IS HERE!!!
Inspired by the classic Universal film that launched a legacy of horror, The Wolfman brings the myth of a cursed man back to its iconic origins. Benicio Del Toro stars as Lawrence Talbot, a haunted nobleman lured back to his family estate after his brother vanishes. Reunited with his estranged father (Anthony Hopkins), Talbot sets out to find his brother... and discovers a horrifying destiny for himself. Lawrence Talbot’s childhood ended the night his mother died. After he left the sleepy Victorian hamlet of Blackmoor, he spent decades recovering and trying to forget. But when his brother’s fiancée, Gwen Conliffe (Emily Blunt), tracks him down to help find her missing love, Talbot returns home to join the search. He learns that something with brute strength and insatiable bloodlust has been killing the villagers, and that a suspicious Scotland Yard inspector named Aberline (Hugo Weaving) has come to investigate. As he pieces together the gory puzzle, he hears of an ancient curse that turns the afflicted into werewolves when the moon is full. Now, if he has any chance at ending the slaughter and protecting the woman he has grown to love, Talbot must destroy the vicious creature in the woods surrounding Blackmoor. But as he hunts for the nightmarish beast, a simple man with a tortured past will uncover a primal side to himself... one he never imagined existed.
Now we are firmly into 2010, we decided to put together a list of some of the movies we can all expect to be appearing in cinemas nationwide this coming year, take a look and see if anything whets your appetite! CLICK HERE to read the full feature!!!
Trailers:
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