Two New DVD's in the Prize Catalog.

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SOUTH OF PICO is about a devastating accident that catapults four strangers into the defining moments of their lives in this emotionally charged, brutally honest drama. Pico Boulevard, the sprawling Los Angeles thoroughfare separating the rich from the poor, is the backdrop where these four people with nothing in common will discover that the path they thought their lives were taking has come to a screeching halt. This award-winning film forces the viewer to ask, "What would you do if this happened to you?" And the answer might be chilling.



Check out INSIDE THE ACTORS STUDIO: ROBIN WILLIAMS hosted by James Lipton. This is the most requested episode now on DVD and includes 40 minutes of deleted scenes. A must have for Robin Williams fans.

The Wackness Movie Review by Derek_Fleek

The Wackness Movie Review by Derek_Fleek


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An interesting character study that's funny, bittersweet, charming, and thought-provoking, The Wackness draws its audience into the world of adolescence, harnessing its unique coming-of-age tale with a brand of humor and intelligence that is different from anything Hollywood has offered in years.

Drug dealer and troubled teenager Luke Shapiro (Josh Peck) has just graduated from high school and doesn't quite know what direction to steer in. Luke decides to go to Dr. Jeffrey Squires (Ben Kingsley), a therapist, for help. It is when Dr. Squires proposes that Luke trade weed for the therapy sessions that the two begin to form a friendship and tackle obstacles in life along the way. It isn't long before Luke (with the help of Dr. Squires) realizes that a cure to his problems might lie in a serious relationship with the girl of his dreams (Olivia Thirlby), who just happens to be his psychiatrist's stepdaughter.

Driven by a zany and crisp performance by a nearly unrecognizable Ben Kingsley and a blunt (yet throughly engaging) performance by Josh Peck, this is a nostalgia piece with endearing characters that brighten the screen's smoky glamour — nearly every scene is enveloped in a hotbox-like atmosphere. It overcomes familiar territory with an original script that features some of the best dialog in recent years and a tale that captures the essence of the '90s. From the hip soundtrack to the grungy lingo, it's all there and brings back fond memories of an era not fully explored until now.

The acting is stellar, the script seething with intelligence, and the characters are humble. This rare picture has a bit of everything. Whether it be the romantic and cavalier or the offbeat and peculiar, The Wackness has it all, serving up an authentic and assuring coming-of-age tale unlike any other. This is (with the help of its talented cast) a touching film that will hopefully be crowned with a number of Independent Spirit Awards, including best feature, come February.

Writer/director Jonathan Levine makes the absolute best out of an under-the-radar flick, rarely if ever taking a wrong step in the writing or directing. He never directs the film heavy-handedly and approaches the subject with affection and sincerity. Intelligent, hip, innocent, and pure, this is a movie that one cherishes for those reasons in particular, among many others.

Genuine, endearing, and full of sentimental value, The Wackness works on so many different levels. Most people would beg to differ, but in this reviewer's eyes it's a masterpiece and this year's best picture. I can assure you that it surpasses every visible coming-of-age cliché (and there are plenty to be seen) by providing fresh dialog and unexpected circumstances. This year's most refreshing, must-see indie flick will arrive on DVD December 29. 5/5 stars

Added Pulse 2 DVD to Prize Catalog

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Digital frequencies in the modern world have been interrupted again by the "soulless ghosts" who haunted the human race once before. On the brink of extinction, the remaining survivors are still running for refuge from the supernatural spirits on the hunt hoping to find permanent escape. However, that hope is fleeting. Now, two divorced parents must rely on their own personal hope and compromise their safety as they search endlessly for their young daughter lost in the midst of the incessant chaos and terror. From director Joel Soisson (Feast, Phantoms and Hellraiser: Hellseeker) and starring Jaime Bamber ("Battlestar Galactica") and Boti Bliss ("CSI: Miami"), PULSE 2 is both gruesome and horrifying, erupting with special effects that will leave your heart pounding.

Boogeyman 2 Movie review by Derek_Fleek

Boogeyman 2 Movie review by Derek_Fleek

You know you have a problem when the opening scene is the most well-crafted scene in the film and it almost spells out who the killer is for those of you with your brain in second gear. There is no mystery here. It's just another entry in the "torture porn" genre trying to disguise itself as a psychological thriller.

Haunted by her brutal past memories, Laura now has a long-term fear of the Boogeyman. After the death of her parents at the age of eight, Laura hasn't been able to shake off the idea that the Boogeyman was responsible for her parent's death. Convinced she saw it happen, she still has visions of the Boogeyman (who supposedly lives on fear) a decade later and voluntarily checks herself into a mental facility crowded with phobia-induced patients. A seemingly perfect feeding zone for the Boogeyman.

Although I didn't care for the first one, I could admire its spooky atmosphere and its creepy tone. It never solely relied on blood spatter or decapitation for thrills (which isn't a bad thing when done right). Don't get me wrong, I like my horror movies gory. However, a stylish atmosphere is what makes horror movies surreal and Boogeyman 2 bypasses any attempts at conjuring a sleek atmosphere. It substitutes ambiance with gore and the result is, unfortunately, less frightening and less original than the first.

While the acting was pretty convincing (with the exception of a couple of one-dimensional characters), the screaming wasn't. It is almost as if these actors were intended to be in a drama and were inadvertently placed in a DTV horror sequel. Tobin Bell (most known for his satanic role in the Saw franchise) rarely appears in the film and is obviously just there to leak star power, a cheap way of attracting audiences familiar to his work.

First-time director Jeff Betancourt has a talent, and it shows spontaneously every now and then. But the material here is a poor choice for a debut director to exert his or her talents. I feel Betancourt would've done more justice to a B-grade horror flick, possibly gaining a cult status in this manner. Who knows, it might have been his ticket to fame. Adding injury to pain is debut screenwriter Brian Sieve, a strong believer in unwanted sequels. The fact that he believes that the original Boogeyman was worthy of a trilogy is proof of the previous statement. That's right, we have a Boogeyman 3 in the works. It is obvious that Sieve is empty and has no originality up his sleeve.

When will Hollywood ever come up with something new to include in this vapid genre? It seems as though nearly every first-time screenwriter is turning to sequels and prequels as an attempt at making something worthy. Audiences are in dire need of something different, something unique, and Boogeyman 2 is far from this need.

The DVDs special features (if any are interested) include widescreen and fullscreen versions of the film, commentary with Betancourt and Sieve, commentary with Bell and Danielle Savre and producers Gary Bryman and Steve Hein, and a featurette on the makeup effects from storyboard to screen. 1.5/5 stars

FIST OF LEGEND added to the prize catalog.

The martial arts movie "Fist of Legend" starring Jet Li has just been added to the prize catalog



Chen Zhen (Li) returns home to learn that his childhood school has been overtaken by Japanese fighters and that they have killed his beloved master. Zhen goes on a quest to bring the killers to justice in an effort to restore honor to his mentor and school.

Unstable Fables: Tortoise Vs. Hare Movie Review by star757

Unstable Fables: Tortoise Vs. Hare Movie Review by star757


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This was a funny, animated movie. It stars Danny Glover as the tortoise and Jay Leno as the hare. The previous Unstable Fable was a retelling of The Three Little Pigs. This movie is an updated take on The Tortoise and The Hare. They first raced 15 years ago where the tortoise beat the hare because "slow and steady wins the race". Now they have kids, Butch (hare) and Crystal (tortoise). Both kids feel like they don't live up to their fathers' expectations. Butch is into science, Crystal into dance. When Butch's dad hears of the Mt. Impossible Adventure race he knows that he and his son can beat Team Tortoise. Will the kids want to race? Is it all about family or just winning a race? This is a cute movie, one that can be enjoyed by kids and their parents. The race is followed by the stork commentators and filmed the whole way. I enjoyed this movie. There are some funny moments like the avalanche and the waterfall. I would recommend this if you're looking for a fun family movie that everyone will love.

Added 2 Great New Prizes to the Prize Catalog

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102 Dalmations Movie Review by Derek_Fleek

102 Dalmations Movie Review by Derek_Fleek

Step on my toes and pluck out my eyes why don't ya! This just might be the worst project Disney has ever given green light to. Don't be fooled by the seemingly harmless DVD cover. This movie hurts. It hurts to watch, it hurts to listen, and most of all, it hurts that Disney is responsible for approving it.

After undergoing behavioral studies and experiments to control her madness, Cruella de Vil is now a changed woman. So changed that she decides to alter her name to Ella and work with puppies to complete her community service hours. Unfortunately, Big Ben strikes noon and at the same time, strikes a chord of madness in Cruella's brain. Now Cruella is out for the puppies she hates the most.

I'm sure the majority of you have passed up this unwanted sequel with ease and comfort, and those of you who did saved precious time and money. Congratulations on trusting your instincts and I think I speak for everyone when I say, "For god's sake, don't make another one!" The plot is formulaic and frequently frantic.

More often than not, the film tests your patience by seeming long and lowers your IQ by being simultaneously irritating and insanely idiotic. The script is horrendous and dimwitted to the max, resulting in a heartless film with an abundance of strange characters that no adult should ever let their kids watch. If Disney ever plans to make another instant classic, they aren't going to do it by making unnecessary sequels and prequels. This is just a reminder of how great Disney used to be. You know, Beauty and the Beast, Lady and the Tramp, and the original animated 101 Dalmatians. Take note debut screenwriters. The film did manage to scoop up an Oscar Nomination for Best Costume Design.

There are plenty of adorable puppies, but canceling that out are the many encounters with irritatingly strange characters. The show stopper — a macaw (voiced by an erratic Eric Idle) convinced he is a Rottweiler. Whoever thought this one up clearly wasn't thinking straight. Come to think of it, Ioan Gruffudd's character is so oddly written I ended up questioning his humanness.

Glenn Close reprises her role as Cruella de Vil, the most notorious, iconic, and devilish villain Disney has to offer. Unfortunately, the material here is thin and withered, giving Glenn Close a bad reputation. It isn't that her acting was bad. In fact, Glenn Close is the only thing the film has feeding it fuel and keeping it from being entirely unwatchable. But the fact that she agreed to do such a god-awful film is beyond my comprehension.

Disney rarely makes features that are truly bad. However, 102 Dalmatians is that rare disaster that occasionally spews out of the Disney vault. If the intentions here are to sorely disappoint and annoy the hell out of Disney believers, debut screenwriter Kristen Buckley and director Kevin Lima (who went on to direct Enchanted) have tremendously succeeded on multiple levels.

The DVD has many special features for those interested. Bonus features included are a deleted scene, three behind-the-scenes featurettes, audio commentary with the director, animal coordinator and trainers, and plenty more. 1/5 stars

Seed Movie Review by Derek_Fleek

Seed Movie Review by Derek_Fleek

During the opening credits of Seed, real-life footage is seen of animal abuse and torture. This footage was received from PETA and director Uwe Boll (proud owner of two dogs) has pledged to donate 2.5 percent of the profits from the release of this DVD to charity. Although this opening footage isn’t completely necessary, it does provide a sort of dimension to the serial killer himself. He enjoys this torture and abuse, getting aroused by watching this horrific footage. In a way, it is powerful footage and adds magnitude to the killer’s wrath.

Uwe Boll has steadily been showing signs of improvement, and in many ways, this is among his most accomplished features. With his recent comedy being another effort among his failures, Uwe Boll decided to switch gears to the dying genre known as torture porn. Admittedly, this is a dully shot, dimly lit, and poorly acted film. However, it has got to be one of the most disturbing and graphic films I have ever encountered. These images that become lodged into the viewer’s brain look surprisingly substantial, due to the nearly undetectable CGI effects.

It accomplishes what most horror movies fail to do — it disturbs us to the point where we actually feel the terror. The horror is thick and merciless. And to think that Uwe Boll is responsible for making this happen is even more astonishing. A few awe-inspiring kills (yes, they actually look real) and a sudden, yet unsettling, ending to top off the madness left me rattled to the core.

Enjoyable? Absolutely not. This is a film that one doesn’t enjoy — it’s a disquieting experience, a film that one admires for its audacity and ability to disturb. It is in this area that Seed is brilliantly conceived and it is in this area that most horror movies manage to fall short miserably.

Don’t get me wrong, this will get criticized for the acting, pacing, lighting, and many other nearly uncountable aspects. But the execution here and the savage kills are perfected. A B-movie lightweight has turned himself into a one-hit cult director. One scene in particular involving a woman bound to a chair will leave you uneasy and questioning whether or not it’s real (of course, it isn’t). That is what makes Seed a one-of-a-kind movie in its own sick and twisted way. Bravo Uwe Boll, you have at last justified yourself. I have never been so ruffled by a film in my life. My hat goes off to Uwe Boll, a director who has improved greatly and has brought unrestrained violence to an expired genre.

The DVD’s special features include commentary by Uwe Boll, “‘Criticized’ - How a Filmmaker Gets Back at His Critics”, “Behind-the-Scenes with Cast and Crew”, trailers, and deleted scenes. I highly suggest checking out “Criticized”, a pitch-black comedy short depicting a sinister way for a filmmaker to put a scare into his critics. 3.5/5 stars

Added Unstable Fables Tortoise VS. Hare! to Prize catalog

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Unstable Fables: Tortoise VS. Hare!
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Get ready, get set, GO! The exciting racing duo, Tortoise and Hare, return again for another match in the upcoming release of The Jim Henson Company animation, UNSTABLE FABLES: TORTOISE VS. HARE! Brought to you by Genius Products and The Weinstein Company, this revamped children’s classic will be debuting on DVD September 9th.

Once again, the highly respected Jim Henson Company, Prana Animation Studios and Flame Ventures, bring together the third CGI animated film in the charming “Unstable Fables” collection.

UNSTABLE FABLES: TORTOISE VS. HARE races forward 15 years after the beginning of the infamous rivalry. Walter the Tortoise and Murray the Hare are ready more than ever for a long awaited rematch and this time their kids join the race for an all out competition – the ultimate race of the century!

This heart-felt and hysterical story features a fantastic celebrity ensemble including the voice talent of Emmy Award® winner* Jay Leno (Ice Age 2), Danny Glover (Dreamgirls), Vivica A. Fox (Ella Enchanted), Keke Palmer (Jump In!, Akeelah And The Bee) and three-time winner of Kid’s Choice Award for Best Actor, Drake Bell (Superhero Movie, “Drake and Josh”).

The DVD features exclusive bonus materials including a special tutorial on how to draw a character from the movie, as well as an exclusive behind the scenes look at the animation process, voice recordings and more!