Newell Todd

THE SPECIAL EDITION – 12.20.05

As December rages on with its infinite fury, it’s quite possible most are burnt out with the things of life (work, shopping, and watching Cannibal Holocaust for the umpteenth time). Nothing is better than plunking yourself down and watching a film, even if you end up even more infuriated with yourself if it’s horrible. Bombs … Continue reading

THE SPECIAL EDITION – 12.13.05

We’re in the throes of December and now’s the time to catch up on shopping before whatever Holiday you celebrate (I declare war on the lines clogging up my time). It’s also a good time to seek and destroy your abilities to get dates while you’re being herded into corrals that lead to the promised … Continue reading

THE SPECIAL EDITION – 12.6.05

December! A month filled with half-days, long, cold nights and enough family gatherings to put a bullet in your brain. I’m not advocating that, but if you need something to get through all the wonderful times with people who you loathe with the fire of a thousand suns, you could do no better than digital … Continue reading

THE SPECIAL EDITION – 11.29.05

November. It’s not quite over. That’s definitely a you-know-what in your pants. There’s pure sexuality oozing off of the screen in Mr. & Mrs. Smith (read Nick’s review), and it’ll make even the most hardened of people even more hardened (especially Dave, whose DVD review you will await!). That’s not to say that the epic … Continue reading

DVD REVIEW: HERBIE – FULLY LOADED

BUY IT AT AMAZON: CLICK HERE!STUDIO: Walt Disney PicturesMSRP: $19.99RATED: GRUNNING TIME: 102 MinutesSPECIAL FEATURES:• Audio commentary from Director Angela Robinson• Deleted scenes with optional Director commentary• Alternate Opening with optional Director commentary• Bloopers• Featurette: “A Day At The Races”• Featurette: “Bringing Herbie to Life”• Featurette: “Breaking the Rules: The Stunts from Herbie: Fully Loaded”• … Continue reading

THE SPECIAL ‘BLACK FRIDAY’ EDITION

If you haven’t already become engorged beyond belief by now, most are slowly trekking along that sleepy path, dreaming of Tryptophanian slumber. But if you can manage to keep those hellishly damned eyes of yours awake for a few more moments, we’ll get to the crux of this ‘special’ Special Edition. Black Friday. Some would … Continue reading

THE SPECIAL EDITION – 11.22.05

As traditional gatherings take place across the country, from familial get-togethers to ritualistic sacrifice, the one thing I’ve noticed is that after the feasting has commenced, most sit down to watch some form of entertainment. Often times, it happens to be movies (although your little brother should cut down on the porn. The whole family … Continue reading

DVD REVIEW: ISLE OF THE DEAD/BEDLAM

BUY IT AT AMAZON: CLICK HERE! STUDIO: Warner Bros.MSRP: $19.97RATED: NRRUNNING TIME: 72/79 mins.SPECIAL FEATURES: Commentary by Film Historian Tom Weaver on Bedlam Note: Save some of your hard-earned dollars by purchasing the entire Val Lewton Horror Collection (click here). You won’t be sorry. For more Lewton, check out my Leopard Man/Ghost Ship review here … Continue reading

THE SPECIAL EDITION – 11.15.05

If you happen to just skim through my comments, make sure to check out the Bargain Bin. This week heralds the arrival of yet another 20% off Deepdiscountdvd.com sale, which should cause a flurry of spending for some of you. Additionally, Amazon.com has a small sale on some great Collections (John Wayne, TMNT, and Lethal … Continue reading

DVD REVIEW: LEOPARD MAN/GHOST SHIP

BUY IT AT AMAZON: CLICK HERE! STUDIO: Warner Bros.MSRP: $59.92RATED: NRRUNNING TIME: 66/69 min.SPECIAL FEATURES:• Commentary with Director William Friedkin on The Leopard Man• Theatrical trailer for The Leopard Man Note: These two films aren’t available separately, so consider yourselves lucky to have to purchase the entire Val Lewton Horror Collection! Click on the art … Continue reading