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WALL-E

Tuesday, November 18th, 2008

Dvd release date: 11/18/2008

Starring: Fred Willard, John Ratzenberger
Director: Andrew Stanton
Category: Children & Family
Rated: G

The highly acclaimed director of “Finding Nemo” and the creative storytellers behind “Cars” and “Ratatouille” transport you to a galaxy not so far away for a new cosmic comedy adventure about a determined robot named “WALL-E”. After hundreds of lonely years of doing what he was built for, the curious and lovable “WALL-E” discovers a new purpose in life when he meets a sleek search robot named EVE. Join them and a hilarious cast of characters on a fantastic journey across the universe. Transport yourself to a fascinating new world with Disney-Pixar’s latest adventure, now even more astonishing on DVD and loaded with bonus features, including the exclusive animated short film “BURN-E”. “WALL-E” is a film your family will want to enjoy over and over again.(Publisher)

Summary of critic reviews:

Chicago Tribune: **** (out of four)
New York Post: **** (out of four)
USA Today: **** (out of four)

Overall: **** (out of four)

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Hellboy II: The Golden Army

Tuesday, November 11th, 2008

Dvd release date: 11/11/2008

Starring: Ron Perlman, Selma Blair
Director: Guillermo del Toro
Category: Action & Adventure
Rated: PG-13

From the visionary director of “Pan’s Labyrinth”, “Hellboy II: The Golden Army” takes you into fantastical worlds with imaginative creatures and thrilling fight sequences unlike anything you’ve ever seen before. The roughest, toughest, unlikeliest of heroes is back with a signature blend of action and humor. With bigger muscle, badder weapons and more ungodly villains than ever before, “Hellboy II: The Golden Army” features the ultimate battle of good versus evil. Packed with thrilling fight sequences, imaginative creatures and fantastical worlds, “Hellboy II: The Golden Army” is a must-own DVD for fanboys and movie-lovers, alike. The fate of mankind hangs in the balance when a ruthless prince awakens an unstoppable army of creatures and wages war with the human world. It’s up to Hellboy and his team of paranormal outcasts to face off with the forces of darkness in the ultimate battle of good versus evil. (Publisher)

Summary of critic reviews:

Chicago Tribune: *** (out of four)
New York Post: **1/2 (out of four)
Rolling Stone: *** (out of four)
USA Today: *** (out of four)

Overall: *** (out of four)

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The Perfect Holiday

Tuesday, November 11th, 2008

Dvd release date: 11/11/2008

Starring: Gabrielle Union, Morris Chestnut
Director: Lance Rivera
Category: Romance
Rated: PG

Laughter, love and a just a hint of magic make for “The Perfect Holiday” a fun-filled comedy romance starring Morris Chestnut, Gabrielle Union, Charlie Murphy, Katt Williams, Faizon Love, Terrence Howard and Queen Latifah. All Nancy Taylor (Union) wants for Christmas is to meet a nice man. So when her little girl shares Mommy’s wish with smitten shopping mall Santa, Benjamin Armstrong (Chestnut), he does his best to make her dream come true in this delightful holiday treat the entire family will enjoy. (Publisher)

Summary of critic reviews:

Chicago Tribune: ** (out of four)
New York Post: * (out of four)

Overall: *1/2 (out of four)

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Star Wars: The Clone Wars

Tuesday, November 11th, 2008

Dvd release date: 11/11/2008

Starring: Ashley Eckstein, Matthew Wood
Director: Dave Filoni
Category: Children & Family
Rated: PG

“The Clone Wars” takes place between “Star Wars Episode II: Attack Of The Clones” and “Star Wars Episode III: Revenge Of The Sith”. Jedi Knights Anakin Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi continue their journey across the galaxy amongst the “Clone Wars”, meeting up with familiar villains, such as Count Dooku, General Grievous and Asajj Ventress. The Grand Army of the Republic, led by Yoda, Mace Windu, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and other Jedi Knights, must fight the New Droid Army of the Separatists. (Publisher)

Summary of critic reviews:

Chicago Tribune: * (out of four)
New York Post: ** (out of four)
USA Today: *1/2 (out of four)

Overall: *1/2 (out of four)

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This Christmas

Tuesday, November 11th, 2008

Dvd release date: 11/11/2008

Starring: Laz Alonso, Chris Brown
Director: Preston A. Whitmore II
Category: Drama
Rated: PG-13

This year Christmas with the Whitfields promises to be one they will never forget. All the siblings have come home for the first time in years and they’ve brought plenty of baggage with them. As the Christmas tree is trimmed and the lights are hung, secrets are revealed and family bonds are tested. As their lives converge, they join together and help each other discover the true meaning of family. (Publisher)

Summary of critic reviews:

Chicago Tribune: **1/2 (out of four)
New York Post: **1/2 (out of four)
USA Today: **1/2 (out of four)

Overall: **1/2 (out of four)

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