Scream your way into the new year with Pulse 3!

We have just added Pulse 3 to thePrize Catalog! on Popcornmonsters.com.If you want something frightening this is for you.



Seven years after the last attack by the soulless ghosts who haunted the human race twice before, the world is left void of all deadly electronics that almost destroyed it, or so we thought. Living a primitive existence on the outskirts of the city, human survivors are surviving without any trace of technology. That is until 16 year old Justine enters the city and, letting her curiosity get the best of her, opens a working laptop and unknowingly unleashes the most terrifying attack the survivors have ever faced. In a world already torn and without hope, can humanity make it through the toughest struggle of all time?

THE GODFATHER movie review by star757

The Godfather Movie Review by star757


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This is the classic NY city mob movie starring Marlon Brandon as Vito "Don" Corleone, the godfather, head of the Corleone family. It also stars Robert Duvall, James Caan, and Al Pacino as Vito's son Michael. Overall this is a very good movie. It takes you through marriages, deaths and births in the family. It begins with Don Corleone's daughter's wedding and Michael's return from WWII. It follows the family saga through warring mob families and an attempted murder of Don Corleone. What will happen to the family? Will the Don die? Who will take over as head of the family...will it be Sonny or Michael. Michael was the straight laced one of the family, never involved in the business, but can he stay out of it? I enjoyed this movie. Be prepared because their are some very graphic and bloody scenes. The acting is great and you get to see some stars when they were just starting out. You get connected to the family and feel for them, and then you remember they're gangsters who kill people and do illegal business. I would recommend this movie if you're looking for a crime/drama movie to watch. It's a classic.

Resident Evil: Degeneration Movie Review by Derek_Fleek

Resident Evil: Degeneration Movie Review by Derek_Fleek


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Are you the type of video-gamer who skips through introductions and storyboards to get right into the action? Are you the type of movie-goer who enjoys an interesting line of characters and compelling story to accompany a film's marvelous animation? If so, then you'll probably have a hard time getting into Resident Evil: Degeneration.

Seven years after the tragedy in Raccoon City took place, the deadly G-Virus is unleashed in Harvardville Airport and both Claire Redfield and Leon S. Kennedy are ready to battle an infection that just might wipe out another city. Even with two of the most advanced technological agents in action, their goal of saving a town in need of help seems just as improbable as saving Raccoon City seven years ago.

If you're not familiar with the Resident Evil video game made popular in 1996, a little insight would be suitable before viewing. The best way to do this is to play the video game. If you aren't into playing video games or don't have a game system, watching the three live-action features would help. This addictive game spawned a series of movies that started in 2002 and continue to this date with a Resident Evil 4 announced to appear in theaters sometime in 2010. Thankfully, it will be a live-action feature.

Degeneration gets points for looking good and having a couple well-done action sequences (particularly the slow-mo sessions). Admiration for the incredible CG animation comes intuitively considering it is one of the few high points of this empty, new-looking Resident Evil feature.

Sadly, Degeneration forgot to mold interesting characters and sustain a compelling plot during its tiring 96-minute running time. Nearly every character speaks with a lifeless tone and the plot is nothing new. These are not small implications when making an animated feature in general. These problems take a large amount of interest out of a feature that (with the proper form of editing) could've been something exciting and thrilling instead of dull and ordinary.

There is a minor hiccup in the animation that might bother those who are attentive to the subject. It seems dubbed simply because the words don't match the lips of the characters a series of times. Aside from that, the CG animation is very precise in detail. From the smoke and explosions to character mobility, everything looks gratifying but feels entirely artificial. The video-game appearance gives the viewers the haunting impression that they're watching a video game, and we all know it is more fun to play the game than it is to watch.

The cluttered action overcomes its weak plot, making even the most action-packed scenes seem rather mundane. Topping that off is the stale dialog recited by boring characters. You might find yourself dozing off here and there.

Unfortunately, this entry in the Resident Evil series may only appeal to hardcore fans of the game. Much like hours of watching someone else play a video game, casual viewers will find it uninteresting, tiresome, and characterless.

There is nothing particularly noteworthy about Degeneration, a rather stale and discouraging attempt at pumping up moderate fans for the upcoming Resident Evil 5 game. About the best you can say regarding this all show and no go feature is, hey, it could've been worse.

The special features include two various trailers (Tokyo Game Show Trailer and Special Theatrical Trailer) for the upcoming Resident Evil 5 video game, "The Generation of Degeneration" featurette covering the importance of American actors and pleasing fans of the game, amusing voice bloopers, a seemingly scripted Faux Leon Interview, and Character Profiles. 1.5/5 stars

Coraline coming to theaters Feb 6, 2009

We have added some new info for the upcoming release of Coraline to Popcornmonsters.com.



Focus Features recently launched the official website for their upcoming 3D stop-motion animated film Coraline. Check out Coraline’s bedroom, catch a show at the Mouse Circus, and be sure to head over to the Other Mother’s Workshop to upload your picture to see what you look like in Coraline’s world. If you click around and explore, you’ll uncover hidden behind-the scenes videos and find a lot of fun goodies to download. Visit Coraline.com

GET SMART movie review by star757

Get Smart Movie Review by star757


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I really enjoyed this movie. It has a lot of action, an interesting and easy to follow story, and lots of comedy. It stars Steve Carrell as Maxwell Smart, a Control analyst who only wants to be a field agent. Anne Hathaway stars as Agent 99. When there is a threat of nuclear bombs by KAOS Max finally gets his chance to be an agent and live dangerously. He is partnered with Agent 99 and they travel to Moscow to investigate and stop the evil plot. Overall, I thought this was a very entertaining movie. It is funny throughout, but still the movie is somewhat serious, not just a total spoof. Watch for the Rock as an agent, and also Alan Arkin as the chief. The acting and chemistry between Hathaway and Carrell was good. The movie was funny without being too gross or stupid. I would recommend it if you are looking for a fun action movie that is not too serious.

Unstable Fables: Goldilocks and the 3 Bears

We have just added Unstable Fables: Goldilocks and the 3 Bears to thePrize Catalog! on Popcornmonsters.com.This is a fun movie for the whole family.



The classic fable Goldilocks & the 3 Bears gets a modern makeover as a hilarious reality TV show in which Goldilocks lives under the same roof with the 3 bears. During their quest for ratings glory, they'll have to learn to peacefully coexist and appreciate each other's drastic differences.

The Longshots Movie Review by Derek_Fleek

The Longshots Movie Review by Derek_Fleek


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Inspirational movies are extremely hard to pull off. They either come across as touching and heartfelt, or sappy and over-dramatized. In the late summer of 2008, a small movie titled The Longshots got its release to the silver screen. Most of you may have missed its theatrical running. With a low-budget, crappy trailer, and a rapper-turned-director guiding the story, many were hesitant to even give The Longshots a fighting chance at the box office. This is unfortunate for such a surprisingly touching, feel-good family feature.

During a time of depression and poverty, a former high school football star named Curtis Plummer (Ice Cube) transforms his down-and-out niece Jasmine (Keke Palmer) into a winning quarterback for the Minden Browns. The film is based on the true-life story of Jasmine Plummer, the first female to ever play in a Pop Warner Football League.

It's a little clichéd, a little funny, and a little warm with a lot of heart. Though the film travels through a well-worn path, it does so with unforced warmth and humor. The Longshots is one of Ice Cube's most respected and accomplished pieces of work and may be the year's best non-animated family flick.

Ice Cube just might have found his comfort zone in the family film genre. The on-screen chemistry between rising star Keke Palmer and veteran actor Ice Cube is what makes everything work resoundingly well. It takes strong on-screen chemistry, an unforeseen director (you surprised me Fred Durst), and a cheerful story to create a great family film as opposed to an average one. The film does have a "been there, done that" feeling to it, but you end up overlooking the familiar storyline and taking enjoyment in the uplifting aftermath. It's a tribute rather than a trite, cinematic exposition of a true-life story.

This heartwarming family film about the growing relationship of an uncle and his niece, the importance of teamwork, and the value of confidence is a touchdown for the entire family. Keke Palmer is superb and Ice Cube is remarkable. The biggest surprise of all is Fred Durst (commonly known as Limp Biscuit), who does an admirable job of directing.

This easily surpasses expectations of being an average family-based film to being one that inspires, brightens, and lifts the spirits of all those who see it. It's a great underdog story with sensitive performances by both Ice Cube and Keke Palmer. So who's to complain about the formulaic plot? These are the type of movies we need. It struck me as the right movie at the right time. Do yourself a big favor and see something sweet natured, inspiring, and worthwhile this year - something like The Longshots.

Extras included on the DVD are incredibly dull and really hurts the DVD as a whole. The making of the film is absent of supporting facts about Jasmine Plummer and details about the process of making the film. The interviews with the real Jasmine Plummer are lifeless, and conversations with Director Fred Durst and actor Ice Cube are essentially a bore. 4/5 stars

Burn After Reading Movie Review by Derek_Fleek

Burn After Reading Movie Review by Derek_Fleek


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Somebody please explain the purpose of this film! Joel and Ethan Coen are back to lesser form with Burn After Reading, a half-baked and utterly pointless flick involving a series of absurd events that lead to a head-scratching conclusion.

When an important disc supposedly containing top secret CIA documents falls into the hands of two unlikely gym trainers, things take a turn for the worst. Everyone involved becomes sucked into a whirlwind of crazy happenings, mixed-up identities, and some are put to rest for good.

The all-star cast includes a paranoid George Clooney, a dimwitted Frances McDormand, an uptight John Malkovich, and a sober Tilda Swinton. But it's a flamboyant, thickheaded, and eccentric Brad Pitt who dances away with the show with his appearance that's sadly cut short. He proves he has what it takes to be the next comedic star in future Coen Brothers comedies.

This is a film that will indeed gain cult status like many other Joel and Ethan Coen features. Previously, the Coens have made a number of films that don't really account for any true meaning at all such as The Big Lebowski and Barton Fink. Some work and some don't. Unfortunately Burn After Reading falls in the latter category by being quickly forgettable, moderately funny (thank you, Brad Pitt, for generating the film's only laughs), mildly confusing, and consistently foolish throughout.

I warn you if you're not a fan of the Coen Brothers' films you will be left with an empty feeling. This is nothing groundbreaking, nor anything to go out of your way to rent. It just may be one of the more overpraised films of the year. I doubt they'll ever top Fargo.

With a total of one shocking moment in the film (I'll spare you the spoiler), it fails to maintain a steady level of interest and thrills to keep viewers thoroughly engaged. It is very similar to previous films made by these Academy Award-winning directors. The hackneyed script and unexplained subplots make it difficult to enjoy and know exactly what's going on. So if you happen to follow their work and enjoy most of their pointless projects, Burn After Reading just might suit your needs. Otherwise, just don't bother with this sloppy and incoherent film, a less serious and more upbeat flick than last year's Best Picture, No Country For Old Men.

Special features include "Finding The Burn", a short "making of" featurette that lacks a detailed description of the movie itself, "DC Insiders Run Amuck" which breaks down every character in the film with intricate precision, and "Welcome Back, George" which is a three minute tribute to George Clooney by directors Joel and Ethan Coen. Burn After Reading is available on DVD and Blu-Ray Hi-Def December 21 from Universal Studios Home Entertainment. 2/5 stars

Unstable Fables: Tortoise Vs. Hare Movie Reviews by Derek_Fleek

Unstable Fables: Tortoise Vs. Hare Movie Review by Derek_Fleek


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Most of you have heard of the Aesop's fable about the tortoise and the hare that dates back to ancient Greece, but do you know what happened after the infamous race?

After years of defeat, Murray Hare is determined to set things straight with his arch-nemesis Walter Tortoise by having a father/child race to the finish. Hare's thoughts are that winning the race requires speed and agility, whereas Tortoise believes that slow and steady wins the race. Sound familiar? Well, as I mentioned before, the story dates back to ancient Greece and has been told for many centuries, so it should. However, this time it's set years after the Tortoise beat the Hare.

Jay Leno lends his high-strung voice to the role of Murray, a jittery and over-eccentric hare obsessed with speed who believes that the most important rule to winning a race is no naps. His arch-nemesis is a calm and collected tortoise by the name of Walter, leisurely voiced by Danny Glover. Stuck in the middle of their two competitive fathers are Butch Hare, voiced by a geeky Drake Bell, and Crystal Tortoise, voiced by an upbeat Keke Palmer.

The voice cast fits well, but the moral of the story becomes muddled in the 79 minute running time thanks to the number of unnecessary characters and some overly dramatized moments of peril. Sure, these moments fill in much-needed running time and add suspense to the tale, but more importantly it takes the big heart out of a simple story and makes it smaller.

With detailed animation and a fair amount of entertainment value at hand, Tortoise vs. Hare doesn't take the fun out of the classic story as much as it swamps its important point. On the plus side, it does have its amusing moments and it's never really a strain to enjoy hearing these talented voices. Also, the animation is done surprisingly well given the fact that it was intended to go direct to video without a theatrical release. So while the film is by no means a bad one, it took what was once a 10-minute short and made it into a frantic and over-extended 79 minute story that's complex and ironically unstable (as described in the title).

With the help of a couple of much needed chuckles and the occasional spurts of cleverness, the film does manage to be moderately entertaining. However, the extensive running time hurts the film immensely considering that it's largely formulaic and conveys morals covered in many other animated films. And who's to say that those films aren't better than this one? I would suggest renting the original 1935 animated short (if you can find it) rather than sitting through 79 minutes of congested morals that you end up having to explain to your young ones.

Writer Tom Martin (known for writing TV shows such as The Simpsons and SNL) does provide a few inside jokes for the grown-ups (the tortoise wears a turtleneck) and a couple of good chuckles for the kids. This is precisely what makes Tortoise vs. Hare mild entertainment and nothing more.

The DVD's special features include a remarkably detailed description from director Howard E. Baker on how to draw a character, a short but well deserved look at "The Making of Tortoise Vs. Hare," a sneak peek at the next Unstable Fable, and a trailer for Tortoise vs. Hare. 2.5/5 stars

NICKELBACK LIVE AT STURGIS 2006

We have just added NICKELBACK LIVE AT STURGIS 2006 to thePrize Catalog! on Popcornmonsters.com.




Nickelback’s first live DVD release since 2002, Live at Sturgis 2006 captures an explosive show from one of the world’s greatest recording and touring artists. Filmed with 15 High Definition cameras, this definitive concert performance presents the band pounding out fan favorites and modern day classics from their first three multi-million selling albums: Silver Side Up, The Long Road and All The Right Reasons. Recorded with High Definition cameras that produce images equivalent to motion picture film, the Live at Sturgis 2006DVD offers four distortion-free, full range sound options including SRS Circle Surround, DTS and Dolby 5.1 Digital Surround Sound and Stereo. Bonus features include a special behind-the-scenes documentary featurette incorporating backstage interviews with the band, the music video for “Rockstar,” a Sturgis 101 primer and a photo gallery. Also included is a 12-page booklet featuring liner notes and photography from the show.

Vans Warped Tour added to the prize catalog.

We have just added the Vans Warped Tour 2007 to thePrize Catalog! on Popcornmonsters.com.



The largest festival tour currently running in North America, the Vans Warped Tour brings the top names in modern punk together on four stages. This eclectic line-up of both popular and up-and-coming acts provides an unforgettable music experience that continues to draw huge crowds every year! FEATURED ARTISTS: Avenged Sevenfold Bad Religion Chiodos Circa Survive Coheed & Cambria Killswitch Engage Fishbone Pennywise Pepper Starting Line Sum 41. Plus Bonus Interviews with Alkaline Trio, The Almost, Chiodos, Coheed & Cambria, Escape The Fate, Killswitch Engage, Meg & Dia, Paramore and The Starting Line.

Burn After Reading Movie Review by star757

Burn After Reading Movie Review by star757


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This movie stars Brad Pitt, George Clooney, Frances Mcdormand, and John Malkovich. It is a very funny movie....not your typical movie. It begins with John Malkovich being fired/quitting his job at the CIA. He decides to write his memoirs, while his wife is cheating on him and planning their divorce. From there it snowballs. Throw into this Brad Pitt and Frances Mcdormand's characters who work at Hard Bodies Gym and come across a CD with what they think is top secret info. They decided to be "good samaratins" and get Ozzy(John Malkovich) to give them reward money for the secret info of his they found. When this doesn't work out they decide to take it to the Russians. Little do they know that it's not that important. George Clooney is also mixed into this, and it's a pretty good movie. There is some violence in this movie, but it's done in an odd way. Along the way all the characters are connected. The acting is great. The characters act dumb, but yet they are so serious about it. Overall, it's a very entertaining movie, and I would highly recommend it.

The Mummy Tomb of the Dragon Emperor Movie Review by Derek_Fleek

The Mummy Tomb of the Dragon Emperor Movie Review by Derek_Fleek


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One of Hollywood's highest grossing movie franchises that began with a bang ends with a whimper with the third entry in The Mummy franchise having a noticeable lack of smarts and entertainment.

The fact that the series became less memorable and uninspired as it went along doesn't help, but a seeming lack of current interest in the franchise plays a part here as well. After a solidly entertaining flick like The Mummy is followed up by a forgettable sequel and a direct to DVD prequel to the sequel, a third entry in the franchise soon becomes improvident.

Called back into action is Rick O'Connell (Brendan Fraser), his lovely wife Evelyn (Maria Bello), the wise-cracking Jonathan, and newly introduced son Alex O'Connell (Luke Ford) to put yet another mummy to rest. After a 2,000-year-old curse is broken, the Dragon Emperor (Jet Li) is revived and on a mission to gain control of the China Empire using his army of undead. It's is up to the new and improved O'Connell family to save China from the ruthless Dragon Emperor and crack a few lame jokes along the way.

A promising start with some decent CGI work becomes ruined by an overload of middling special effects afterwards, prolonged battle sequences, and the usual bad line reading by Brendan Fraser (the goofball of cinema). These are just some of the numerous shortcomings that the third entry in The Mummy franchise has to offer. Topping off these blemishes are bland hand-to-hand combat sequences and a layout in the script that called for poorly imaged abominable snowmen to the rescue.

With a director like Rob Cohen at the helm, a man who seems very addicted to deploying frantic action and rapid gunfire that quickly becomes stale (xXx, The Fast and The Furious, Stealth), The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor is a perfect example of how a change in director can completely change the tone and momentum of a stable series. This is loaded with repetitive action, occasionally sloppy camerawork, ill-favored subplots involving love and daddy issues, and an excessively lackluster script. The fun is bogged down by these multiple faults, predictable humor, misleads in the direction, and an underused Jet Li in poor form.

Having taken full interest in Jet Li after being convinced he is the only reason to watch the film, I was disappointed that computer generated imagery took his form. And when used in martial arts sequences, the excessive use of slow motion is a momentum burner. In the end, even Jet Li is mildly disappointing in his short appearance on screen. On the plus side, it's much more watchable than expected thanks to some standard CG imagery in the opening and final scenes that sadly top anything downstream.

Even the special features lack entertainment value. The 2-Disc Deluxe Edition contains nearly 90 minutes of special features including deleted and extended scenes, a walk through through the 89 days of shooting, stunt work, China's legacy, and much more. Problem is that it's an effort to sit through such dull special features that have a distinct lack of fun. The DVD will be available to own on December 16, but fans of the series will most likely be disappointed this time around. 1/5 stars

Boiler Room movie review by dittlit

Boiler Room Movie Review by dittlit




This movie stars Giovanni Ribisi as a young college dropout, Seth Davis, who is making a living running a small casino from his home. His dad is an important judge and is upset to see his son wasting his life this way. More than anything Seth wants his father's approval and respect. A chance meeting with an old friend will change his life. He embarks on a new career at a brokerage firm where they only hire young inexperienced men. This place guarantees to make the new hires millionaires in a short period of time. All he has to do is sell people on stocks. The only thing is it turns out to be a phony company that pushes stock so the price goes up without real reason, and then the company dumps the stocks they own and make millions. Seth figures out what is going on, but is not sure if what he's doing is really illegal. Along the way their clients lose lots of money as the brokers grow rich. What will happen once the police start surveilance on Seth? This was a very good movie. It has an interesting story, is fast paced, and keeps you watching. I would definitely recommend it.

New prize, just in time for Christmas!

We have just added The Johnny Cash Christmas Special 1979 to thePrize Catalog! on Popcornmonsters.com.



For the 1979 broadcast, Cash's annual CBS Christmas special returns to Nashville for a program featuring his father, Ray Cash, and his older brother, Roy Cash, in a visit to the small home in Dyess, Arkansas, where Johnny and his siblings were raised. Guests include Canadian pop and country star Anne Murray (You Needed Me), who was enjoying the most successful period of her career, and country music's Tom T. Hall, whom Cash introduces as my very favorite songwriter before Cash and Hall launch into a medley of Hall's hits (Old Dogs, Children And) Watermelon Wine, The Year That Clayton Delaney Died, I Love and Country Is. The show's comic foil is the late Andy Kaufman, who appears as his character Latka Gravas from the hit network show Taxi.