Posted in: Random Fun by Gino Sassani on November 16th, 2011
HOLLYWOOD, CA (November 15, 2011) – Paramount Home Entertainment (PHE) invites fans across the country to enter into the world of mystery and adventure created by director J.J. Abrams in his sensational coming-of-age story SUPER 8with a unique Twitter promotion. In celebration of the film’s home entertainment debut on November 22, PHE will hide Blu-ray/DVD Combo Packs signed by J.J. Abrams in 20 cities across the U.S. and Canada and begin offering clues to the locations today via the film’s @Super8Movie Twitter account and Super8Tweet.com. Each day, the clues will get more specific until all of the prizes are found.
Posted in: Podcasts by Gino Sassani on November 15th, 2011
I had the opportunity to chat with Declan O'Brien about his latest film Wrong Turn 4. He's a product of the "Roger Corman school of filmmaking" and has brought the Wrong Turn series back to life. You can follow him on Twitter, just bang it here: Declan O'Brien On Twitter
To listen to my chat with Declan bang it here Interview
Posted in: The Reel World by Gino Sassani on November 12th, 2011
"Fight for honor. Fight for your children. Fight for your future. Fight for immortality!"
I know there are a lot of you out there who can't wait for the huge 300 sequel: 300 The Battle Of Artemisia. You might even have your calendar circled for the Clash Of The Titans remake sequel Wrath Of The Titans, also on the horizon. In case you find that you just can't wait, director Tarsem Singh has created a weigh-station, of sorts, with his action-packed Immortals.
Posted in: Contests by Gino Sassani on November 11th, 2011
It's Veteran's Day and we here at Upcomingdiscs along with our wonderful friends at A&E want to send out our deepest and most heartfelt gratitude to the men and women who have served, and now serve this nation. To help mark the day we have combined with A&E to give away one of the best documentary sets on World War II to be released. WWII in HD (Collector's Edition) is a startling look at our greatest generation in action. It's on Blu-ray and in high definition. We are offering it to vets, current military members, and their families. To win a copy of this prize, follow these instructions.
Contest is now closed Winner was Julie
Posted in: Disc Reviews by Gino Sassani on November 11th, 2011
"The 1920's in America: jazz music, girls who smoke, and the wing walkers. Like a giant party, only without the booze. Change was in the air. Skyscrapers displaced family farms, and revolutionary ideas challenged time-honored traditions."
Of course, one of those "revolutionary ideas" was the theories of Charles Darwin with the publication of his book On The Origin Of Species.
Posted in: Disc Reviews by Gino Sassani on November 9th, 2011
"All things are intrinsically connected, no matter how different they may appear. Hi. You know me -- Robert Axle. As a fabricator, I bring existing, often different, items together, maximizing their atomic and molecular potential. Making ordinary inventions infinitely more prolific."
Kevin Spacey has been quite prolific himself in the last couple of years. It seems no matter where I go these days, I see him in another movie I'm reviewing. In just the last 6 months I've seen him in Horrible Bosses, Margin Call, Casino Jack and now Father Of Invention.
Posted in: Disc Reviews by Gino Sassani on November 8th, 2011
"Soldiers, Sailors and Airmen of the Allied Expeditionary Force: You are about to embark upon the Great Crusade, toward which we have striven these many months. The eyes of the world are upon you. Good Luck! And let us all beseech the blessing of Almighty God upon this great and noble undertaking." - General Dwight D. Eisenhower, Supreme Commander of the Allied Forces."
World War II was a turning point in American history unlike any other in the 20th century.
Posted in: Disc Reviews by Gino Sassani on November 8th, 2011
"We skipped the light fandango, turned cartwheels 'cross the floor. I was feeling kinda seasick but the crowd called out for more. The room was humming harder as the ceiling flew away. When we called out for another drink the waiter brought a tray."
The lyrics are about as familiar as any that have been written in the last 60 years of rock music. Whiter Shade Of Pale is one of the most covered songs in history. From The Box Tops to Joe Cocker. The list includes such bands as ASA, The Dells, Willie Nelson and reggae artist Marlene Webber. But the lyrics belong to Keith Reid, and the original version belongs to the band Procol Harum.
Posted in: Disc Reviews by Gino Sassani on November 3rd, 2011
"We have 182 patients. Most are horribly deformed, due to inbreeding and birth defects."
If you’re a horror fan at all, then you have more than a passing familiarity with three of those patients. Back in 2003 we were introduced to Three-Finger, Saw-Tooth and One-Eye in the sleeper horror film Wrong Turn starring Buffy and Angel favorite actress Eliza Dushku in her first staring role, capitalizing on her television fame. She was good in the movie, but our three deformed cannibals were something that we just haven't been able to forget.
Posted in: Disc Reviews by Gino Sassani on November 3rd, 2011
"Hey everybody, McQueen's back."
Cars is only the second film in Pixar history to have at least one sequel added to the franchise. Of course, all of that is about to change. Monster University will explore the world of Monsters, Inc as a prequel. Brad Bird has recently spoken about plans for a follow-up to The Incredibles. And Toy Story appears ready to continue at least a little longer into the future. Personally, I've been looking forward to the Monsters film. But after watching Cars 2 I'm a little bit worried,
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