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.
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.
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.
Contest is now closed Winners are Eric Eisenberger & Philly Bob
Posted in: Random Fun by Gino Sassani on October 8th, 2011
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.
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.
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.
Posted in: Disc Reviews by Gino Sassani on October 6th, 2011
Yes formed in 1968 and instantly became a pioneer in the area of progressive rock. The band utilized classical trends and ideas to create epic musical pieces that were often over 10 minutes in length. While that made AM radio success more fleeting, the band was huge at its peak, joining the ranks of Emerson, Lake and Palmer in the genre as one of the most endearing and enduring bands of the era.
Posted in: Random Fun by Gino Sassani on October 5th, 2011
With this week's release of The Lion King on Blu-ray we thought we'd share this interview with the film's original directors. You'll find it is just full of wonderful information about, what I consider to be, Disney's best animated feature. Look for our reviews of The Lion King 3D Blu-ray and The Lion King Blu-ray soon.
Posted in: Release Announcements by Gino Sassani on October 5th, 2011
BURBANK, Calif. – October 4, 2011 – On the heels of the phenomenal success of The Lion King 3D – which will cross the $80 million mark at the domestic box office today – The Walt Disney Studios has announced limited theatrical engagements for four of its classic films for the first time in 3D. The following titles from Walt Disney and Pixar Animation Studios will be released in 2012 and 2013:
· Beauty and the Beast – January 13, 2012
· Disney•Pixar’s Finding Nemo – September 14, 2012
· Disney•Pixar’s Monsters, Inc. – January 18, 2013
· The Little Mermaid – September 13, 2013
Posted in: Contests by Gino Sassani on October 4th, 2011
The horror giveaways just keep on coming. We also have three copies of the Scream 4 soundtrack on CD to give away. To win a copy of this prize, follow these instructions.
Contest is now closed Winners are Veronica Murillo, Burcu A. & Ben S.
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