“31 Nights Of Terror” Maniac Cop (Blu-ray)
Posted in Disc Reviews by M. W. Phillips on October 14th, 2011
“You have the right to remain silent… forever!”
Maniac Cop is a movie that has all the elements of being a cult classic.
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October 2011
Fall Classic at Fenway Park (Blu-Ray)
Posted in Disc Reviews by Michael Durr on October 14th, 2011
For those who do not know, I am not a typical sports fan. I primarily watch three sports, none of which are football. I love me some wrestling, hockey, and the legendary sport of baseball. The Phillies have been my team for over 30 years and even though they took it hard this year in the playoffs, I look forward to more baseball in the years to come. I also appreciate the history of baseball so I was certainly curious to see a couple of great Red Sox teams come to Blu-Ray in this A&E presentation.
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“31 Nights Of Terror” Doomed to Die
Posted in No Huddle by Archive Authors on October 13th, 2011
By Natasha Samreny
In a world where people still got land-line phone calls in restaurants and $1 cocktails were considered expensive, Boris Karloff is detective James Lee Wong. Better known as Mr. Wong, the Chinese sleuth is based on author Charles Wiley’s mystery series character. In Doomed to Die, Wong works the case of a shipping magnate’s mysterious death.
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If A Tree Falls: A Story of the Earth Liberation Front
Posted in No Huddle by Archive Authors on October 13th, 2011
By Natasha Samreny
Terrorist. Revolutionary. Activist. Each word is charged with emotional and political meaning. Advocate. Leader. Liberator. How could they all refer to the same person? This documentary tells the story of the Earth Liberation Front (ELF), an international movement dedicated to oppose and expose profit-driven practices that destroy the environment. By the turn of the 21st century, the FBI said it considered the ELF the major domestic terror in the United States.
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The Lion King (Two-Disc Diamond Edition Blu-ray)
Posted in Disc Reviews by Gino Sassani on October 12th, 2011
“From the day we arrive on the planet and blinking, step into the sun, there’s more to see than can ever be seen. More to do than can ever be done. There’s far too much to take in here. More to find than can ever be found…”
There’s a period in the 1990’s that has often been referred to as the second golden age of Disney animation. The studio had fallen from its once mighty perch, and most film historians tend to agree there was a creative dark ages through the 1980’s. But the renaissance of the studio began with Aladdin in 1992
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“31 Nights Of Terror” Dead Alive (Blu-ray)
Posted in Disc Reviews by Gino Sassani on October 12th, 2011
Stop me if you’ve heard any of this before. Peter Jackson directs a horror film that has an expedition going to Skull Island to retrieve a horrific primate. Of course, you might now be expecting a review of Jackson’s remake of King Kong. But the primate here is something called a rat monkey, and it only figures into the film’s early moments. Long before Jackson achieved household name status by taking us on a journey to Middle Earth, he was a small filmmaker with no less grand designs.
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Horrible Bosses
Posted in The Reel World by Archive Authors on October 12th, 2011
Written by John Delia
Most everyone would like to be the boss, but in most instances there’s only one. I hope my readers don’t have a boss as despicable as the ones in Horrible Bosses, a nicely funny comedy directed by Seth Gordon. Filled with a lot of hilarious situations, this film is perfect for mature adults. If you are not offended by sexuality and a lot of crude language, then run to see Horrible Bosses.
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Avengers Trailer Hits
Posted in Release Announcements by Gino Sassani on October 12th, 2011
As we draw the curtain of the Summer 2011 movie season, most of us are already looking forward to the big movies of Summer 2012. One of the biggest films of that season has to be The Avengers.
Bang it here to see the second trailer for The Avengers:
Stool Pigeon (Blu-Ray)
Posted in Disc Reviews by Michael Durr on October 11th, 2011
The more I get into this review writing gig (I say this like I just started writing movie reviews last week when it’s been half a dozen years), the more I appreciate foreign films. I am no longer afraid of subtitles, culturally sensitive sub-plots, or the use of specific foreign mythological creatures as supporting characters. I am not even sure what I just said. Anyway, we have an interesting foreign film to review today entitled “Sin Yan” or more commonly known by the American title as Stool Pigeon.
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Perry Mason: Season 6, Volume 1
Posted in Disc Reviews by William O'Donnell on October 11th, 2011
For nine seasons and several TV-movies afterwards, Raymond Burr was Los Angeles based defense attorney Perry Mason. His adventures have been well-reviewed by my compadre Gino on this very site (http://upcomingdiscs.com/?s=perry+mason) so I shall do my best to avoid redundancies while I speak of Season 6.
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“31 Nights Of Terror” Win Frankenhooker on Blu-ray
Posted in Contests by Gino Sassani on October 11th, 2011
We continue Synapse Week here at Upcomingdiscs for our 31 Nights Of Terror. The great folks at Synapse will be featured plenty this week with reviews and giveaways. For now they have given us 2 copies of Frank Henenlotter’s classic farce Frankenhooker on high-definition Blu-ray to give away to 2 lucky readers. It’s a terrifying tale of sluts and bolts. To win a copy of this prize, follow these instructions.
- Fill out your name and email address in the comment form below – your email address will remain private and visible only to us.
- Do not post your address as an actual comment! Instead – Tell us your favorite horror song.
- Only those comments that answer our question will be considered.
Contest is now closed Winners are James Erkles & Eric King
Winners are notified by E-mail. If you did not get a confirmation E-mail from us, check your Spam filter and contact us. Any prize not claimed in 2 weeks will be forfeit and be placed in the end of year contests next Holiday Season.
Soapdish
Posted in Disc Reviews by William O'Donnell on October 11th, 2011
An aging soap opera starred, played by Sally Field, is the target of a jealous supporting cast and a conniving producer (Robert Downey Jr.). The head writer of her show (Whoopi Goldberg) seems to be the only ally she has as a former love’s character (Kevin Kline) is recast to throw her off her game, along with a mysterious family member barging into her world and work life.
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Lie To Me: Season Three
Posted in Disc Reviews by Gino Sassani on October 11th, 2011
“Cal Lightman sees the truth. It’s written all over your face. It’s also in your voice, your posture, the words you choose. Give him five minutes and 20 questions and he’ll know whether you went off to Argentina to cheat on your wife, lied about a well-timed stock sale, or murdered a one-night stand.”
I spent quite a few years as a detective. My specialty turned out to be in the interview room. When some of my fellow detectives had a suspect they couldn’t break, they often called me in.
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The Honeymooners : Lost Episodes 1951-1957
Posted in Disc Reviews by Gino Sassani on October 11th, 2011
It’s hard to believe that one of the most popular comedy shows of the 1950’s was not really a show at all, at least not in the way that we think of a television series today. The show began its life in 1951 as a segment on the popular Cavalcade of Stars. At that time only Jackie Gleason and Art Carney starred in their familiar roles. Alice was played by Pert Kelton. The series took its more recognizable look when it became part of The Jackie Gleason Show in 1955. That’s also when Joyce Randolph joined the series as Trixie Norton. The series would take up a half hour of the slot.
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“31 Nights Of Terror” Celebrates Synapse Week: Win A Copy Of Maniac Cop On Blu-ray
Posted in Contests by Gino Sassani on October 10th, 2011
We start Synapse Week here at Upcomingdiscs for our 31 Nights Of Terror. The great folks at Synapse will be featured plenty this week with reviews and giveaways. For now they have given us 2 copies of Bruce Campbell in Mania Cop on high-definition Blu-ray to give away to 2 lucky readers. You have a right to remain silent…forever with this classic gore-fest. To win a copy of this prize, follow these instructions.
- Fill out your name and email address in the comment form below – your email address will remain private and visible only to us.
- Do not post your address as an actual comment! Instead – Tell us your favorite horror actor.
- Only those comments that answer our question will be considered.
Contest is now closed Winners are Eric Eisenberger & Philly Bob
Winners are notified by E-mail. If you did not get a confirmation E-mail from us, check your Spam filter and contact us. Any prize not claimed in 2 weeks will be forfeit and be placed in the end of year contests next Holiday Season.
In Treatment: The Complete Third Season
Posted in No Huddle by Archive Authors on October 9th, 2011
In Treatment is one of HBO’s least flashy and lowest profile series. That doesn’t prevent it from being amazing in many ways. Large parts of America are not used to a show that is essentially two people sitting in a room talking. Those kinds of people are considered to have short attention spans. HBO’s The Sopranos served up the idea of regular therapy sessions, but those shows were enlivened by brutal behavior and gruesome killings. That is no knock on The Sopranos, because it was a great and intellectually complex show. In Treatment is a special case that deserves to be nurtured because it is not flashy or easy. It is uncompromising in its way, and that is a good thing.
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“31 Nights of Terror” Aaahh!! Real Monsters – Season One
Posted in Disc Reviews by Michael Durr on October 9th, 2011
Upcomingdisc’s 31 Nights of Terror is a favorite of many here at the website. I have been through a few now and have always tried to bring something unique to the table. Whether it be Top 10 Lists, special movie essays, or games of a forgotten lore, I always want this time of the year to be different and wonderful. Well today, to start off my month of oddball terror off right, I am given a rare scary (well somewhat anyway) animation title. One of my favorites from the mid 90’s, Aaahh!! Real Monsters, Season 1 from our friends at Shout Factory.
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Catfish
Posted in Disc Reviews by William O'Donnell on October 8th, 2011
Two young filmmakers from New York city, Ariel Schulman and Henry Joost, start documenting the burgeoning relationship between their roommate (and brother in the case of Ariel) Nev and a family from Michigan. Said relationship exists only through online correspondence and phone calls. As a romance seems to be arising between Nev and Meghan, who is oldest daughter in the family, the filmmakers decide to make a trip to meet the family in person.
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“31 Nights Of Terror” Happy Birthday, Edgar Allan Poe and Poe Film Announcement
Posted in Random Fun by Gino Sassani on October 8th, 2011
Did You Know? Some Unusual Facts about Poe, the “Enigmatic Master of Darkness”:
The 7th of October marks the 162nd Birthday of one of horror’s greatest writers. Edgar Allan Poe was born on that date and what a treat for horror fans for centuries to come.
Poe was the first person to gather at the gravesite of Thomas Jefferson while groups from The University Of Virginia argued over their position in the procession to the grave.
That one is from us. Relativity Media has provided even more Poe facts. Continue reading to learn more about Poe and he film, The Raven.
Tomorrow Is Forever
Posted in MGM, No Huddle Reviews by Archive Authors on October 7th, 2011
Written by John Delia
It’s a 1946 black and white movie, but the entertainment value still holds true. The classic film Tomorrow Is Forever, a love story on many levels, survives the test of time with performances by some of the top film stars ever. If you enjoy films made by the hands of filmmakers for the love of an audience’s embrace, then try Tomorrow Is Forever, now on DVD.
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“31 Nights Of Terror” Friday the 13th – The Ultimate Collection (Limited Edition)
Posted in Disc Reviews by David Annandale on October 7th, 2011
A few years back, Paramount released all eight of the studio’s Friday the 13th films in a so-called “Ultimate Edition.” With cut versions of the films and no 3D, it wasn’t really that ultimate. So here we are again, with another Ultimate Edition (also Limited!) and this time, the package is much more worthy of the name, bringing together all the deluxe versions of the series.
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The Lion King (Four-Disc Diamond Edition Blu-ray 3D)
Posted in Disc Reviews by Archive Authors on October 6th, 2011
Written by John Delia
I don’t know if you recently had the opportunity to see The Lion King in 3D at your local theater or the original version in 1994 when it came out, but I had the opportunity to see the film in the 3D Blu-ray disc version and it’s amazing. The film will probably never be replaced as the all time animated entertainment event for me because it has all the action, drama, comedy and values that make it the best for family viewing, and now in 3D Blu-ray.
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“31 Nights Of Terror” The Walking Dead: The Complete First Season (3-Disc Special Edition) (Blu-ray)
Posted in Disc Reviews by Gino Sassani on October 6th, 2011
“I guess if this is the first you’re hearing about it, I know how this must all sound.”
Unless you’ve been in a coma like the lead character of The Walking Dead, you’ve been hearing a lot about this AMC television series of late. It’s no wonder. I’m amazed that it’s taken so long to see a zombie television series. The show has incredible visuals. There’s a courtyard scene at the beginning of the pilot that is as impressive as anything you’ve seen in a movie. And when a character has to shoot a 6-year-old girl in the head, you understand instantly that this is going to be something unique.
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Modern Family: The Complete Second Season (Blu-ray)
Posted in Disc Reviews by Gino Sassani on October 6th, 2011
We all remember Ed O’Neill as Al Bundy from Married With Children. It’s an iconic role that he’ll never be able to shake no matter what he does for the rest of his life. After that series ended its 11-year run, he even attempted to get out of comedy and take more dramatic roles. I’m sure there was a deliberate intent to try to distance himself from Al. It’s not that he likely didn’t love playing the role. He just wanted to avoid getting forever typecast in the mold.
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A Better Life
Posted in No Huddle by Archive Authors on October 6th, 2011
By Natasha Samreny
“I wanted you to be able to be anything you wanted to be. That would make me feel worthy.”
A Better Life mesmerizes. Father and son share one life while their separate desires for something different drive them apart. Carlos Galindo (Demián Bichir) loses his job, and his son Luis (José Julián) seems to be losing his way. While Carlos does everything he can to maintain, Luis does all he can to avoid any connection with the life his father is struggling to keep.
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