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Once again, we look at a few titles in more detail which are due out soon. The prices listed are the current prices on Amazon.
The Adventures of Tintin: The Secret Of The Unicorn Globally beloved young reporter Tintin and his fiercely loyal dog Snowy–iconic characters, created by Herge–are brought to life in world-wide smash hit, The Adventures of Tintin. After discovering a model ship carrying an explosive secret, Tintin and his friends find themselves in the crosshairs of a diabolical villain. From the high seas to the sands of the North African deserts, every new twist and turn sweeps viewers to ever greater levels of thrills, peril and adventure. The Adventures of Tintin: The Secret Of The Unicorn is released on Blu-ray (£14.99), Blu-ray 3D (£17.99) and and DVD (£10.99). |
Doctor Who: The Dæmons 
In the peaceful village of Devil’s End something very strange is happening. A professor is preparing to open a nearby burial mound and a local white has foresees death and disaster. Meanwhile, the new vicar looks suspiciously like the Master and he is using black magic to conjure up an ancient Dæmon. Starring Jon Pertwee, can the Doctor, Jo and UNIT stop their old enemy before he succeeds? Special Features
• The Devil Rides Out Cast and crew talk about the making of the story. • Remembering Barry Letts A look at the life and work of Barry Letts. • Location Film A mute amateur 8mm film shot in the village of Aldbourne during the location filming. • Colourisation Test The original colourisation test version of episode one from 1992. • Tomorrow’s World An article on the technology used in the restoration. • Radio Times listings • Programme subtitles • Production information subtitles • Photo gallery • Coming soon trailer • Digitally remastered picture and sound quality Doctor Who: The Dæmons is released on DVD (£12.99). |
The Devils (Special Edition)
In seventeenth-century France, a promiscuous and divisive local priest, Urbain Grandier (Oliver Reed), uses his powers to protect the city of Loudun from destruction at the hands of the establishment. Soon, he stands accused of the demonic possession of Sister Jeanne (Vanessa Redgrave), whose erotic obsession with him fuels the hysterical fervour that sweeps through the convent. With its bold and brilliant direction by Ken Russell, magnificent performances by Oliver Reed and Vanessa Redgrave, exquisite Derek Jarman sets and sublimely dissonant score by Sir Peter Maxwell Davies, The Devils stands as a profound and sincere commentary on religious hysteria, political persecution and the corrupt marriage of church and state. Finally available on DVD for the first time, The Devils is presented in the original UK X certificate version with a host of new and exciting extra features. Special Features:
Mark Kermode introduction (2012, 2 mins): the broadcaster and critic’s newly filmed foreword to The Devils Audio commentary with Ken Russell, Mark Kermode, Michael Bradsell and Paul Joyce Hell on Earth (Paul Joyce, 2002, 48 mins): documentary exploring the film’s production and the controversial history Director of Devils(1971, 22 mins): documentary featuring candid Ken Russell interviews and unique footage of Sir Peter Maxwell Davies recording his score On-set footage with Michael Bradsell commentary(2012, 8 mins) On-stage Q&A with Ken Russell (2012, 13 mins): the director in conversation with Mark Kermode at the NFT in 2004 Amelia and the Angel (Ken Russell, 1958, 26 mins): a delightful mix of religious allegory and magical fantasy Original UK trailer Original US trailer Fully illustrated booklet featuring new essays by Mark Kermode, Craig Lapper (BBFC), and editor Michael Bradsell, with original production materials and on-set photographs The Devils (Special Edition) is released on DVD (£11.99). |
Weekend
A one-night stand that becomes something more – an unconventional love story between two young men trying to make sense of their lives. On a Friday night after hanging out with his straight mates, Russell heads out to a nightclub, alone and on the pull. Just before closing time he picks up Glen. And so begins a weekend – in bars and in bedrooms, getting drunk and taking drugs, telling stories and having sex that will resonate throughout their lives. Extras:
Quinnford + Scout picture gallery with commentary Weekend UK Premier at LFF Interview with Director and Casts Interview with Director and Producer Weekend is released on Blu-ray (£12.99) and DVD (£8.99). |
Tower Heist
A group of disgruntled luxury apartment employees, led by Ben Stiller, attempt to take down their wealthiest resident (Alan Alda), who defrauded all of them from their pension plans. With the help of a recently-released ex-con (Eddie Murphy) who has a knack for robberies, a plan is in place to nab $20 million. Of course, what high-stakes, ensemble comedy would be complete without plenty of shenanigans to boot? The fantastic supporting cast includes Matthew Broderick, Casey Affleck, Gabourey Sidibe, Tia Leoni and Michael Pena. Bonus Features:
Plotting Tower Heist: The Ratner/Grazer Connection Part One; The Conspirators; The Ratner/Grazer Connection Part Two; Set Pieces; The Ratner/Grazer U-Control {Picture in Picture; The Music of Tower Heist} Alternate Ending: 15 Months Later Alternate Ending: Lester’s Bar Feature Commentary with Director Brett Ratner, Editor Mark Helfrich and Co-Writers Ted Griffin and Jeff Nathanson Deleted/Alternate Scenes Gag reel Tower Heist is released on Blu-ray (£16.99) and DVD (£9.99). |
Moneyball
Oakland A’s general manager Billy Beane (Brad Pitt) challenges the system and defies conventional wisdom when he is forced to rebuild his small-market team, on a limited budget. Despite opposition from the old guard, the media, fans and their own field manager (Philip Seymour Hoffman), Beane – with the help of a young, number-crunching, Yale-educated economist (Jonah Hill) – develops a roster of misfits and changes the way the game is played forever. Moneyball also features an all-star line-up of filmmakers. Academy Award® winners Steven Zaillian (1993, Best Adapted Screenplay, Schindler’s List) and Aaron Sorkin (2010, Best Adapted Screenplay, The Social Network) wrote the screenplay. The film was directed by Academy Award® nominee Bennett Miller (2005, Best Director, Capote), produced by Michael DeLuca (The Social Network), Rachael Horovitz (About Schmidt) and Brad Pitt; and executive produced by Scott Rudin, Andrew Karsch (Conviction), Sidney Kimmel (The Lincoln Lawyer) and Mark Bakshi (Rango). Blu-ray Special Features:
Billy Beane: Re-Inventing the Game Moneyball: Playing The Game Deleted Scenes Drafting The Team Adapting Moneyball PS3 Wallpaper/Theme Moneyball is released on Blu-ray (£13.99) and DVD (£9.99). |
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