New Releases for December 2nd, 2008 (Full List)
Rise of the Footsoldier Football hooligan Carlton Leach's (Ricci Harnett) reputation for violence wins him a position as a foot soldier in the feared Inter City Firm gang, where he eventually rises to become one of the most powerful crime lords in England. This gangland biopic follows Leach's career as he becomes a nightclub bouncer and moves into the dark side of the early British rave scene, culminating in the infamous 1995 Rettendon triple murders.
Aesop's Fables: Animated Moral Stories This collection of Aesop's classic fables features people and animals making choices in very common situations, and can help teach children valuable lessons about how they should approach life and interact with others. It includes a donkey who is never content, a mighty lion that needs help from a tiny mouse, a hare who realizes how to help himself, a tortoise that wishes he could fly and many more.
Ancient Tales of Wit, Wisdom & Humour: Animated Moral Stories This compilation of classic Indian stories about common people and animals that must make difficult choices can help teach children to avoid selfish behavior and promotes the values of caring, self-reliance and sharing. It features a monkey king who refuses to give up his crown, a crab that must save his friends from a hungry crane, and several tales about the well-known clever folk heroes Tenali and Birbal.
Curious George: Leads the Band and Other Musical Mayhem Curious George finds all-new ways of stirring up trouble in this anthology of eight music-themed episodes that entertain young viewers while teaching them basic educational concepts. Based on the beloved books by H. A. and Margret Rey, the collection, culled from the Emmy-winning animated PBS series, features the vocal talent of Frank Welker as George and Jeff Bennett as the Man with the Yellow Hat.
Farmkids: Dude Ranch Book Camp A group of citified farm animals used to a star existence at a petting zoo try to adjust to their new environment when they're relocated to a dude ranch in these episodes of the offbeat animated series from Australia. The delightfully quirky characters include a business-savvy cow, a hip-hop-loving sheep, a gourmet-snob goat, a hip techno horse, an extreme-sports fan bull, a neurotic rat and an obsessive-compulsive crow.
Fly Me to the Moon Three ordinary flies -- best friends Nat, IQ and Scooter -- have the adventure of their lives when they stow away on Apollo 11 for its trip to the moon. As friends and family anxiously watch the lunar landing on television, the trio makes a crucial repair that could save the mission. Christopher Lloyd, Tim Curry and Kelly Ripa lend their voices to this charming animated feature, with a special appearance by real-life astronaut Buzz Aldrin.
Hey There, It's Yogi Bear! After his girlfriend, Cindy, is kidnapped by the evil ringleader of the Chizzling Brothers Circus and forced to perform dangerous stunts, Yogi Bear (voiced by Daws Butler) and his sidekick, Boo Boo (Don Messick), leave Jellystone Park to go on a rescue mission. Culminating with a showdown atop a sky-high New York construction site, the animated adventure features all the wisecracks audiences expect from the famed smarter-than-average bear.
Hi-5: Season 1 Join the spirited Hi-5 crew -- Kimee, Karla, Curtis, Jennifer and Shaun -- as they explore such topics as animals, machines, games and colors. This educational program teaches children basic skills through captivating lessons and catchy songs. By following along with the activities featured in this first season, kids can improve their logical thinking, coordination, vocabulary and visual awareness -- and have a heap of fun doing it!
The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian One year after the incredible adventure of The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe, Peter, Edmund, Lucy and Susan Pevensie return to Narnia to aid a young prince whose life has been threatened by the evil King Miraz. Now, with the help of a colorful cast of new characters, including Trufflehunter the badger and Nikabrik the dwarf, the Pevensie clan embarks on an incredible adventure to ensure that Narnia is returned to its rightful heir.
The Land Before Time: Friends Forever Young dinosaurs Littlefoot, Ducky, Chomper, Petrie, Spike and Cera are back for more prehistoric fun in four great episodes of the animated series. Kids will love the adventures while learning lessons about friendship and loyalty along the way. Memorable songs will also have young viewers singing and dancing their way through this dino-tastic entertainment. Bonus materials include the "Lone Dinosaur Sing Along."
Treasure Island Kids 3: The Mystery of Treasure Island While wacky inventor Conrad (John Callen) works on a new type of airship, the kid campers of Treasure Island search for a missing boy and discover an alien. After making friends with the extraterrestrial, Miranda (Sasha Tilley) and Charlie (Nicko Vella) try to protect it from scientists. This third installment of the family-friendly adventure series also stars Beth Allen, Keith Adams and Katherine Kennard.
Bam Margera Presents: Where the #$&% is Santa? In the midst of a trip to Finland to find the perfect Christmas gift for his wife, Missy, skateboarding superstar-turned-infamous MTV personality Bam Margera is struck by the inspiration to find the elusive St. Nick. Joined by buddies Brandon Novak and Joe Frantz, among others, the "Jackass" star journeys to the Artic Circle where he and his cohorts launch headfirst into a familiar brand of hair-brained antics and pain-inducing stunts.
Lower Learning When school inspector Rebecca (Eva Longoria Parker) comes to investigate underachieving Geraldine Ferraro Elementary, it's up to vice principal Tom (Jason Biggs) to spearhead a turnaround. But with drunken teachers and a principal with no principles, he'll need a miracle. He'll have to expose his boss's extortion ring and rally the lazy staff in order to stave off closure -- just then he might be able to raise the lowest test scores in the state.
Rim Shop Joe Joe (Gavin Lewis) is living large as the proprietor of his new rim shop -- that is, until an old loan shark comes to collect. With 24 hours to repay the debt, Joe and his pals scheme to steal a million-dollar coin in hopes of selling it to the highest bidder. Clifton Powell, Tommy "Tiny" Lister, Maia Campbell, Mr. Magic, Chavon "M.O.N.E." Higgins and George Boyd co-star in this fast-paced urban comedy.
Step Brothers Brennan Huff (Will Ferrell) and Dale Doback (John C. Reilly) -- two grown men still living at home -- turn into jealous, competitive stepbrothers when their single parents marry in this Judd Apatow-produced comedy. Brennan's constant competition with Dale strains his mom's (Mary Steenburgen) marriage to Dale's dad (Richard Jenkins). Will the reluctant stepsiblings ever see eye to eye? And more importantly, will they ever leave the nest?
The Longshots Eleven-year-old Jasmine Plummer (Keke Palmer) becomes the Pop Warner League's first female quarterback with help from her uncle (Ice Cube), a former high school gridiron star, in this true story directed by Limp Bizkit front man Fred Durst. Despite her skills on the playing field, Jasmine raises eyebrows in her small Illinois town -- until she exceeds expectations by taking her team to the Pop Warner Super Bowl.
The Trojan Horse After Canada becomes part of the United States, former Prime Minister Tom McLaughlin (Paul Gross) hatches a plan to run for president. Backed by several European nations, Tom teams up with his billionaire ex-wife (Martha Burns) to vie for control of the country. While Tom attempts to unseat incumbent President Stanfield (Tom Skerritt), a British reporter (Greta Scacchi) following the story is drawn into a world of corruption and murder.
White Dog After hitting a German shepherd with her car, young actress Julie (Kristy McNichol) adopts it and nurses it back to health. When she discovers that her pet has been trained to viciously attack black people, she convinces dog trainer Keys (Paul Winfield) to try to cure the animal. Samuel Fuller directs this controversial, chilling drama based on Romain Gary's 1970 memoir, Chien Blanc. Burl Ives co-stars.
Wisegal Stone-broke mother of two Patty Montanari (Alyssa Milano) turns to hawking stolen cigarettes to make ends meet after her husband dies in this made-for-cable drama featuring James Caan as a syndicate don. Recruited for more lucrative ventures by a mobster (Jason Gedrick), Patty soon falls in love with him and begins to rise through the Mafia's ranks. But when the stakes get too high, she finds that quitting organized crime is a lethal proposition.
She Likes Girls 3 The sexy lesbian-vampire short "Twilight" leads this collection of eight fantastic shorts from an eclectic group of leading lesbian talents. In this installment of the venerable "She Like Girls" series, directors include the Tina Scorzafava, maker of the acclaimed short, "Gillery's Little Secret"; Guinevere Turner, writer of Go Fish and "The L Word"; as well as Julie Goldman of the "Big Gay Sketch Show."
The X-Files: I Want to Believe David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson reprise their trademark roles as FBI agents Fox Mulder and Dana Scully in this long-awaited sequel to the 1998 hit film The X Files: Fight the Future, based on the phenomenally popular TV series. Amanda Peet ("Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip"), Billy Connolly and Xzibit fill out the cast, along with series regular Mitch Pileggi ("Stargate: Atlantis"), who returns as FBI Assistant Director Walter Skinner.
Dark World Bitter LAPD cop Harry Boyd (Michael Paré) becomes entangled in a complicated missing persons case when his ex-wife's niece disappears and the clues point to several different suspects, including his ex (Theresa Russell), her seedy boyfriend and the missing girl's father. As Boyd digs deeper, he must also contend with his unhappy partner, Bob, and an unexpected proposition from Bob's beautiful wife, in this complex film noir thriller.
Wanted Wesley Gibbon (James McAvoy) is just an ordinary guy, unaware that his long-lost father is one of the world's most notorious assassins. But when his father is killed, a mysterious associate named Sloan (Morgan Freeman) arrives, offering Wesley the chance to fill dad's shoes. Mentored by Sloan's deputy, Fox (Angelina Jolie), Wesley carries out the will of the mythological Fates, who see Wesley's targets in a magical loom.
Clamp School Detectives: The Complete Series The Clamp School is an exclusive institution of higher learning, to be sure. But it's also home to a squad of pint-sized detectives who split their time between having fun, solving mysteries and saving the day. Nokoru, Suoh and Akira are in sixth, fifth and fourth grade, respectively, and each has special talent. Nokuru is one of the smartest kids in the whole school, Suoh is a marital arts expert and Akira can cook up a storm.
Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion: Part 2 Zero and the Order of the Black Nights set a landslide trap for Imperial Princess Cornelia in the mountains of Narita, all but ensuring victory for their side. But suddenly, Suzaku appears, and the childhood friends face off once again. Despite C.C.'s intervention, the casualties pile up. And when the identity of Shirley's father is revealed, she vows to seek revenge against the Order of the Black Knights.
Ghost Slayers Ayashi: Part 1 Yukiatsu Ryuuda hasn't lived an honorable life by any means. But after a run-in with one of the Youi, he discovers he has the power to repel the aggressive beasts and help the Ayashi rid the land of their evil influence. In the process of embracing his heretofore unknown talents, Yukiatsu is forced to reexamine his past, paving the way for significant change when it comes to making important choices in the future.
Hero's of India: Animated Short Stories Discover the exciting history of India's greatest legendary heroes in this animated collection of biographies showing how these brave warriors overcame incredible obstacles to defend their nation while demonstrating their noble characters. The film includes Tippu Sultan and Rani of Jhansi, who both fought against the British, Chatrapathi Shivaji, who created an empire, and Prithviraj Chauhan, who was famed for both bravery and mercy.
Indian Folk Tales: Animated Moral Stories A selfish man, a poor woodcutter and an unusually intelligent deer are just some of the characters in this collection of animated Indian folk tales that can help children learn how to make wise choices when faced with difficult decisions. The stories includes the generous keshav who learns the value of giving, a woodcutter who does not keep his promises, a miser who learns an important lesson and a man who finds a magic pumpkin.
Maria Watches Over Us: Season 2 Big changes are afoot as the spring semester begins at the prestigious Lillian Girls Academy in the second season of this appealing anime series. As friends come back together, they realize that some of them will be parting ways soon. Yoko, Eriko and Sei will be leaving the academy, and Sachiko, Rei and Shimako work to make sure their graduation ceremony is special. Meanwhile, new girls arrive and new relationships start forming.
The Story of Saiunkoku: Season 1: Part 2 Shurei, a young woman whose family has noble blood but little money, is thrilled to receive an invitation to serve as consort and advisor to the emperor of Saiunkoku, but soon discovers that life in the palace is more complicated than she expected. After some initial hazing, Shurei begins to win the respect of the other court officials in this popular anime series, until questions arise about her loyalties and her personal politics.
Toward the Terra: Part 3 On the brink of a grand and final battle, rebel leader Jomy and the powerful Keith Anyan stand in command of their respective forces, each with a drastically different vision for the future of the world. On one side is Keith, who is determined to stop the Mu from setting foot in Terra. On the other side is Jomy, who, fueled by the knowledge that he carries the Mu Factor gene, is determined to help the Mu reach their final destination.
Toward the Terra: The Movie In this futuristic anime, 14-year-old Jomy's life turns upside down when he begins to challenge the government's strict control of society. Now, he's wanted by the officials and is forced to go on the run. But the government isn't the only group interested in Jomy. A race of underground psychics known as the Mu is on the verge of rebellion. But can they save young Jomy before the government gets to him?
Black Greek: The Foundation Get an up-close and personal peek at the brotherhood and sisterhood behind the world of Black Greek organizations, a close-knit culture with traditions dating back to ancient times. Interviewees include famed pledges such as basketball star Shaquille O'Neal of Omega Psi, stand-up comedian Sherry Underwood of Zeta Phi Beta and famed attorney Johnnie Cochran of Kappa Alpha Psi (in the last interview before his death).
Pleasure for Sale There's love for sale at the world-famous Chicken Ranch, a legal brothel just outside of Las Vegas where women from all walks of life have come to earn their living as purveyors of the oldest commodity: sex. In this six-part series, directors Joe and Harry Gantz -- the same minds behind HBO's "Taxicab Confessions" -- shine a light on the realities of prostitution, resulting in a complex tale of dreams and disappointment.
Starz Inside: In the Gutter Movie critic Richard Roeper hosts this hilarious look at the best boundary-pushing gross-out comedies in film history, including Superbad, The Meaning of Life, Animal House, American Pie, Blazing Saddles, Porky's and many more. Along with classic (and outrageous) film clips, this special includes interviews with John Waters, Jason Biggs, Stephen Furst, Peter Riegert, Lin Shaye and a slew of other actors, writers, directors and film critics.
The Kremlin American filmmaker and TV producer Lucy Jarvis is granted unprecedented access to the iconic Soviet complex, the Kremlin, in this groundbreaking 1963 TV special nominated for three Emmy Awards. Featuring interviews with several Kremlin officials, the documentary examines the rise of Soviet ideology from its modest beginnings to its enormous power at the height of the Cold War. The film is a remarkable time capsule of Soviet-era Communism.
The World Within Influential Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung riffs on the images from his own subconscious in these rarely seen interviews based on his famed Red Book, in which the renowned thinker kept a record of his dreams and fantasies. Jung also extemporizes on memory, archetypal figures and the importance of ritual. Bonus features include "Remembering Jung," a 20-minute collection of Jung reminiscences from British writer Laurens Vander Post.
10 Minute Solution: Kettlebell Ultimate Fat Burner If you're short on time, grab a kettlebell or a hand weight and try one of these five 10-minute kettleball-style workouts, designed to sculpt your body and slash more than 60 percent more calories than typical weight lifting. The fat-blasting workout is led by veteran fitness instructor Dr. Michele Olson, research director for Auburn University at Montgomery's Human Performance Research Lab in Alabama.
15 Minutes Results Yoga Acclaimed yoga instructor Rodney Yee joins forces with actress and longtime yoga practitioner Mariel Hemingway to host a series of powerful 15-minute workouts, each focusing on specific body parts. Burn fat and tone muscle while improving flexibility and boosting relaxation in this dynamic, easy-to-follow workout. Do one 15-minute workout a day, or mix and match workouts to exercise more of your body.
Dance Off the Inches: Dance It Off Ballroom Dance the calories away with this fun collection of ballroom dance moves in the style of samba, cha-cha and jive. And these easy-to-follow, cardio-friendly routines don't require a partner. The workout is led by certified fitness instructor Kristina Milova, winner of several ballroom dance awards. Not only will the fat-blasting regimen help to give you the toned body of a dancer, but it will also teach you moves you can use on the dance floor.
ESPN: Before They Were Pros Before they were pros, they were ambitious players on college teams across the country. Watch how these future NFL stars forged their skills on the crucible of collegiate football. Condensed footage showcases the promising careers of Heisman winner Reggie Bush at the University of Southern California, Randy Moss at Marshall University, Shaun Alexander at Alabama, LaDainian Tomlinson at Texas Christian and Vince Young at the University of Texas.
EliteXC: Lawler vs Smith II Middleweight champ "Ruthless" Robbie Lawler goes to battle once again with Scott "Hands of Steel" Smith in this mixed martial arts event. In other championship action, Jake Shields takes on Nick Thompson and Antonio Silva challenges Justin Eilers. Full of highly competitive bouts, this extreme fighting showcase also features bad boy Nick Diaz, Thomas "The Wildman" Denny, Shayna "Queen of Spades" Baszler and Cristiane Cyborg.
Exhale: Core Fusion Body Sculpt Take fat-slashing aim at your arms, glutes, shoulders, hips, thighs and abs in this body-sculpting workout, presented as part of the popular Core Fusion series, which has won over celeb fans such as Cameron Diaz and Julia Roberts. Your own body weight provides the resistance in these five intensive 10-minute workouts, designed to produce a long, lean physique. The workout was created by fitness gurus Elisabeth Halfpapp and Fred DeVito.
Exhale: Core Fusion Pilates Plus Mix elements of Pilates-based exercises with yoga-based poses in these five 10-minute workouts designed to steamroll the abdominals. The Core Fusion program, created by fitness gurus Elisabeth Halfpapp and Fred DeVito, blends core-related movements with strength-training to create a slimming workout, one that has been touted by People and Shape magazines, as well as by such movie stars as Julia Roberts and Cameron Diaz.
Hemalayaa: Bollywood Booty Get the firm backside and lower body of an energetic Bollywood star with this infectious dance workout from ace instructor Hemalayaa. Featuring rump-shaking Bollywood dance moves, these four brief fat-blasting routines are accompanied by music composed specifically for the program. In addition to the 45-minute workout, you can try a bonus 7-minute routine based on the Indian classical dance form, Odissi.
Joyce Vedral: Complete Bottoms Up Based on exercise guru Joyce Vedral's best-selling book, Bottoms Up, this program offers two routines that provide a complete strength-training workout for your entire body when used on alternate days. The first routine works your chest, shoulders, biceps, triceps and abdominals, while the second routine focuses on thighs, hips, buttocks, back and calves. Substitutes are provided for people who are unable to do squats and lunges.
Joyce Vedral: Just Abs Workout Flatten and firm up your stomach with this powerful program from exercise guru Joyce Vedral. Vedral's concept combines working the abs before any other exercise and alternating six different workouts each week. Starting with a gentle routine on the first day, Vedral leads viewers through more intense workouts on the second and third days. Then, varying routines on days four through six combine to create the stomach you've always wanted.
Quick Fix: Pre & Post Natal Workouts New mothers and mothers-to-be can take advantage of these potent 10-minute micro-workouts without making a dent in their busy schedules. The pre-natal workout helps women prepare their bodies for the big day while preserving the same level of fitness they maintained before their pregnancies. Then, in the post-natal workout, new moms can focus on each part of the body that was affected by the pregnancy.
Results Fitness: 10 Days to a Better Body If you have 10 days, you can lose eight pounds with this fast-acting intensive workout designed to firm up the butt, flatten abs and slim down thighs. Two 30-minute workouts switch up brief blasts of heart-pumping cardio with intense muscle conditioning. The first focuses on upper body, abs and cardio; the second on lower body, abs and cardio. In addition to the workout, the program offers a 10-day meal program developed by a top nutritionist.
Results Fitness: Boost Your Metabolism Trim fat, sculpt muscles and burn more calories throughout your day with this fast-acting approach to fitness: a workout combining compound-strength moves and cardio-friendly exercises. In addition to the workout, the program offers a comprehensive metabolism-boosting, seven-day meal program developed by a top nutritionist. The Results Fitness brand is designed for busy, health-minded folks who want quick results.
Strong Knees Has a lifetime of running -- or even walking -- left you weak in the knees? Then try out this special workout designed to strengthen the knee muscles and prevent future injury. Any orthopedist will tell you that knee problems derive from a weakness in the very muscles this regimen is designed to improve. Host and physical therapist Chantal Donnelly focuses on fortifying and stretching those muscles in this dynamic workout.
The Firm: Get Chisel'd Using the Firm's trademark mix of cardio-pumping moves and weight training, this workout helps leave your body looking chiseled, thanks to intervals of power-push cardio sequences and body-sculpting exercises. Fitness instructor Rebekah Sturkie leads the way in this 40-minute workout, designed to trim fat while shaping lean muscles. The regimen also boosts your metabolism so you can burn more calories throughout your day.
The Firm: The 500 Calorie Workout Burn 500 calories in just one session thanks to this intense workout from the popular Firm series. Led by instructor Kelsie Daniels, this targeted regimen mixes forceful cardio-heavy moves with muscle-toning exercises. The result is a fat-blasting extravaganza that will boost metabolism so high that you'll be burning calories well after the workout is over, seeing visible results after just 10 sessions.
The Method: Dance to Fitness Let the moves of jazz and modern dance guide you through these two low-impact, body-slimming workouts designed to boost energy, trim fat and build long, lean muscles. In the first, instructor Jennifer Kries focuses on body rhythm. In the second, instructor Lisa Wheeler incorporates jazz and modern moves into one seamless workout. Achieve the graceful body of a dancer without a lifetime of dance training.
The Method: Pilates Target Specifics Zero in on the abs, arms, hips, thighs or any combination therein with this series of Pilates-based workouts designed to take fat-burning aim on specific body parts. In "Abs," exercises focus on the lower spine and the larger ab muscle groups. In "Arms," work your tris, bis and shoulders with light hand weights. "Hips" and "Thighs" both incorporate yoga, dance and Pilates moves. Each workout is 15-minutes long.
The Practical Power of Yoga Under the guidance of Rodney Yee and Colleen Saidman, learn to apply the principles of yoga to your everyday life. In addition to demonstrating poses and movements, this program will also explore new ways to think about healthfulness and optimism. Throughout this workout routine, master instructor Yee shares stories and philosophical teachings that will motivate viewers to embrace the power of yoga.
Tru2Form: Latin Grooves Dance Workout Shake your hips to the sizzling moves of traditional cha-cha, mambo, merengue, tango and salsa in this Latino-dance workout hosted by dancer and fitness instructor Gloria Araya-Quinlan. Get your heart rate going and torch fat and calories with these grooving dance moves, perfect for beginner and intermediate exercisers, though a little coordination is required. A Spanish translation is also included.
Tru2Form: Urban Heat Hip Hop Workout Get down to the hip-hop beat of this fat-torching dance workout, which incorporates the hottest hops, twists and moves from the urban dance scene into an easy-to-follow, effective program perfect for beginning and intermediate exercisers. Dance pro and respected fitness instructor Gloria Araya-Quinlan leads the half-hour routine, and each move is demonstrated with a simpler, lower-impact alternative.
UFC 87: Seek & Destroy There's a rumble inside Minnesota's Target Center throughout this complete collection of fights culled from the UFC 87: Seek and Destroy tournament. Highlights include welterweight champion Georges "Rush" St-Pierre's title-defending bout against Jon Fitch; a much-anticipated match-up between Kenny "Ken-Flo" Florian and Roger "El Matador" Huerta; and a never-before-seen featurette showcasing the UFC's biggest stars.
Cannon: Season 1: Vol. 2 William Conrad stars in the second half of the premiere season of this Quinn Martin hit. Private investigator Frank Cannon's imposing stature, stentorian voice -- and invulnerable Lincoln Continental -- intimidate Los Angeles's bad guys. Cannon crosses paths with gangs, arms dealers, arsonists and bank robbers, as well as some of the 1970s most popular faces in guest roles: Vera Miles, David Birney, Tab Hunter, Joyce Van Patten and more.
Jake & the Fatman: Season 1: Vol. 2 Hawaiian cop turned district attorney Jason "Fatman" McCabe (William Conrad) and his partner, Jake Styles (Joe Penny), clean up Los Angeles's streets in the second half of the first season of this Emmy-nominated hit. Though they don't always see eye to eye, their differing styles (McCabe is uptight, Jake more laid-back) come in handy when dealing with the city's stalkers, murderers, kidnappers and other sundry evildoers.
Law & Order: Season 6 Benjamin Bratt joins the show's cast as Det. Rey Curtis, the new partner of caustic Det. Lennie Briscoe (Jerry Orbach), in the venerated series' sixth year. In the opener, a distraught mother guns down -- in court -- the man charged with abducting and murdering her young daughter. Guest stars this season include Sada Thompson, Sandy Duncan, Chris Cooper, Frank Converse, Ellen Pompeo and Jennifer Garner.
Metalocalypse: Season 2 Metal mega-band Dethklok -- consisting of Nathan Explosion, William "Murderface," Skwisgaar Skwigelf, Toki Wartooth and Pickles -- continue their reign of musical destruction in the sophomore season of the Cartoon Network series. Season highlights include Dethklok's dabbling in electrocutions and fashion design, a decoy version of the band and a road trip to the Amazon in search of a tribal hallucinogen.
MythBusters: Big Blasts Collection Tag along with MythBusters Jamie and Adam for explosive fun as they try to blow up a cement truck filled with hardened concrete, send an ordinary water heater through the roof of a house, dunk a ticking time bomb under water and much more. Two episodes in this dynamite collection examine James Bond's most incredible gadgets and gimmicks, including a highly explosive ballpoint pen, a deadly bowler hat and a bullet-deflecting watch.
Perry Mason: Season 3: Vol. 2 Raymond Burr continues his Emmy Award-winning turn as genius defense attorney Perry Mason in episodes from the long-running show's third season. Although he gets an assist from investigator Paul Drake (William Hopper) and secretary Della Street (Barbara Hale), it's Mason's unparalleled prowess in the courtroom that makes him a force to be reckoned with. Norman Fell, Beverly Garland, Bert Convy and a host of the era's other popular faces guest.
Saturday Night Live: Season 4 Relive the witty sketches and inspired satire of early "Saturday Night Live" in this anthology that includes every episode from the show's fourth season. "SNL" legends John Belushi, Dan Aykroyd, Jane Curtin, Gilda Radner, Bill Murray and Laraine Newman star, and Steve Martin, Eric Idle and Elliott Gould are among the hosts. Musical guests include the Rolling Stones, Frank Zappa, Devo, James Taylor and the Doobie Brothers.
Sensing Murder When the trail goes cold, police investigating murders turn to psychics Pam Coronado and Laurie Campbell to help them uncover fresh clues they hope will lead them to the killer. The first season of this reality series chronicles the work of the two clairvoyants as they delve into the 1997 fatal beating of a University of Colorado student; the decades-old rape and slaying of a nun in West Virginia; and other cases.
Sensing Murder: Disc 1 This disc includes the following episodes: "Desperate for Answers," "Random Killer," "Mountain Murders," "Basement Horror," "Hunted in the Forest" and "Missing Teens."
Sensing Murder: Disc 2 This disc includes the following episodes: "Prairie Predator," "Video Store Murder," "Convent Killer," "Parkway Mystery" and "Dream House Nightmare."
The Best of Password: 1962-1967 Host Allen Ludden leads the fun in this collection of episodes from the classic 1960s game show as two teams -- each pairing a contestant with a celebrity guest -- compete to figure out the secret password by giving single-word clues. The compilation includes several of the funniest installments from 1962 to 1967 and features appearances by such notable stars as Woody Allen, Nancy Sinatra and Sammy Davis Jr.
Chinese Acrobatics Well-respected and talented acrobatic troupes from regions all across China, including Beijing, Zunyi, Shenyang, Tianjin and Guangzhou, perform challenging acrobatic routines that demonstrate their strength, skill and artistry. Touching on themes of love, springtime, the sun and falling stars, this unique collection of performances will entertain viewers as well as teach them about Chinese culture.
Era: Intersection of Time The past and future of Shanghai collide in this eye-popping acrobatic performance, a multimedia combination of traditional Chinese acrobatic arts and state-of-the-art special effects. Tricks include flying with a silk rope, large jars balanced on heads, jumping loops, trampoline stunts and much more. This wordless performance -- which also features soothing live music and gorgeous costumes -- makes great entertainment for all cultures.
Loving the Mountain and Water Get ready for heart-stopping feats of gymnastic precision in this performance of traditional Chinese acrobatic routines such as "Candle Shadow," "Straw Hat Player," "Spiderman," "One Handstand," "Tire Player" and "Sunny Girl." The Zunyi Acrobatic Troupe with the Guizhou Provincial Song and Dance Ensemble execute unbelievable stunts in a grand performance filled with live music as well as breathtaking costumes and sets.
Shaolin in the Wind After his lover Su Shui is kidnapped by bandits, scholar Tian Yuan goes to a Shaolin Temple, where he trains relentlessly in the martial arts so he can confront the criminals. But when he finally encounters them years later, Tian Yuan learns his beloved Su Shui is dead and leads a group of military monks on a vengeful mission to battle the bandits. The Henan Zhengzhou Song and Dance Troupe performs this touching tragedy.
Swan Lake The Guangzhou Military Performance Group reinvents the timeless ballet "Swan Lake" with this high-flying rendition full of acrobatic feats, all set to the lush music of Tchaikovsky's classic score. More than 100 performers, some of whom are international award winners in the field of acrobatics, bring to life this magical tale about a prince who dreams of a beautiful girl who's been transformed into a swan.
The Bright Red Lanterns Hung High After being forced to become the third concubine of an old man, a woman wastes her life away watching operas, playing mahjong and occasionally visiting her lover. Frustrated with her life, the woman lashes out against her husband and pays the price. Performed by the Central Ballet Troupe, this Chinese stage production set in the 1920s examines complicated themes such as love, betrayal and forgiveness.
The Moon Reflected on the Er-Quan Spring Chinese folk artist Quan shares a deep love with the beautiful Yue'er, whose aging father plays the Chinese instrument known as the erhu. When the evil Gu family threatens the young couple's relationship, Yue'er takes drastic measures. Culminating in a tragic and bittersweet finale, this heart-wrenching stage drama, adapted from the famed erhu solo, is performed by the Liaoning Ballet Troupe in China.
Ricardo Arjona: Simplemente Lo Mejor Grammy-winning Guatemalan pop star Ricardo Arjona unleashes his sensual and passionate voice in this collection of his best music videos, featuring such chart-toppers as "Mujeres," "Cuando" and "Señora De Las Cuatro Decadas." Other tracks include "Jesus Verbo No Sustantivo," "Historia De Un Taxi," "Te Conozco," "Tu Reputación," "Si El Norte Fuera El Sur," "Se Nos Muere El Amor," "Dime Que No" and more.
Three Days Grace: Live at the Palace 2008 Canadian rockers Three Days Grace set aflame The Palace in Auburn, Mich., with a set of scorching alt-metal tunes, including "Animal I Have Become," "Never Too Late," "Home" and "Gone Forever." They also fire up the enthusiastic audience at this 2008 concert with tracks such as "I Hate Everything About You," "Wake Up," "Riot," "Get Out Alive," "Pain," "Rooster" and more.
Vans Warped Tour 2007 The Vans Warped Tour returns with live performances of the biggest names in punk and rock, such as Bad Religion, Pennywise and Avenged Sevenfold, along with more than 100 other bands. What began in 1995 as a concert tour of punk music has morphed into a full-blown music and extreme sports festival. Other bands in 2007's lineup include Fishbone, Coheed & Cambria and Pepper, plus interviews with Paramore, the Starting Line and Killswitch Engage.
Vicente Fernandez: Primera Fila Mexico's Vicente Fernández enchants a sold-out audience in this concert, the first he's ever recorded. Filmed at the Guadalajara venue that bears his name, the show includes his biggest ranchera hits as well as new tunes. The Jalisco Philharmonic Orchestra accompanies Fernández on "Caminemos," "Me Voy a Quitar de en Medio," "La Diferencia," "Hermoso Cariño," "A Pesar de Todo," "Gracias," "Mujeres Divinas" and 13 other numbers.
Casimir Beloved French comedian Fernandel stars as Casimir, a struggling door-to-door vacuum cleaner salesman who gets mistaken for the fiancée of Angelita (Germaine Montero), a wealthy South American woman who's never actually met her betrothed. But who is Casimir to argue, especially when he learns that Angelita is the owner of more than 1,000 hotel rooms? As the desperate salesman's logic goes, 1,000 rooms equal 1,000 vacuum cleaners.
Cruel Restaurant Just what is the mystery ingredient in the pot stickers at Togen Restaurant? Those who look for the answer have a habit of disappearing. So when body parts start washing up on the beach, police trace the murders to Togen's seemingly innocent owner. But the slaughter of a few curious fans is the least shocking secret coming out of Togen's kitchen! Mihiro, Sakae Yamazaki, Katsuya Naruse and Yusuke Iwata star in this pitch-black comic horror tale.
Days and Clouds After years of putting it off, Elsa (Margherita Buy) finally returns to school to pursue her art history degree. But her newfound academic bliss crumbles when her husband, Michele (Antonio Albanese), loses his job and the duo is forced to sell their gorgeous flat. The ensuing financial strain soon takes a surprising toll on their marriage in director Silvio Soldini's intimate domestic drama, shot in beautiful Genoa.
Dunhuang, My Dream Follow the story of Mo Gao, a young painter who goes looking for inspiration at the Dunhuang Caves but finds love instead. After the beautiful Yue Ya rescues Mo Gao in the desert, the two fall in love but face opposition from Yue Ya's father. Performed by the Singing and Dancing Theatre of Lanzhou, China, this popular stage production explores the difficult sacrifices this couple makes in the name of love.
Lone Wolf and Cub: TV Series: Vol. 5 With his young son, Daigoro, in tow, disgraced Shogun executioner Ogami Itto (Kinnosuke Nakamura) brandishes his Dotanuki battle sword across the Japanese countryside in a quest for revenge against the Yagyu clan, who dishonored his name and murdered his wife. Produced by famed Japanese star Shintaro Katsu, the classic early-1970s martial-arts series is based on the manga by Kazuo Koike and Goseki Kojima.
My Father My Lord When young Menahem (Ilan Griff) innocently questions his family's ultra-Orthodox faith, his father (Assi Dayan) falls back on the dogma he teaches as a respected rabbi, but his answers fail to satisfy his inquisitive, sensitive son. Will the rabbi's strict adherence to doctrine bring harm to his family? Directed by David Volach, this lyrical Israeli drama also stars Sharon Hacohen-Bar as Menahem's devoted mother.
Seeding of a Ghost When a Hong Kong taxi driver accidentally hits a man with his cab, the victim -- who is a dark sorcerer -- curses the cabbie, and soon, his wife is raped and killed by a gang of brutal hoods. Seeking revenge, the driver entreats the magician to unleash supernatural forces to destroy his wife's attackers, but the bloodthirsty otherworldly powers quickly grow beyond control. Phillip Ko stars in this grisly zombie flick.
The Exciting 80's Relive the 1980s with this amazing collection of over 40 of the best songs from the biggest Hindi movies of this vibrant and creative decade, featuring song-and-dance extravaganzas, stories of regret, and of course lots and lots of love songs. Highlights include "Dekho Maine Dekha Hai" from Love Story, "Tarzan My Tarzan" from Tarzan, "Tum Badi Khubsoorat Ho" from Daulat and "Sarakti Jaaye Hai" from Deedar-E-Yaar.
The Fantastic 50's Travel back to the 1950s with this exciting compilation of nearly 50 popular songs from the biggest Hindi movies of this decade, featuring plenty of love ballads, some sad tunes and several amazing song-and-dance productions. Highlights include "Achchha Jee Main Haari" from Kala Pani, "Woh Dekhein To Unki" from Funtoosh, "Oonche Sur Mein Gaaye" from House No. 44 and "Dil Se Milake Dil Pyar" from Taxi Driver.
The Grocer's Son When his father suffers a stroke, Antoine (Nicolas Cazale) reluctantly returns home from the big city to his small mountain village to help out with the family business, a grocery that makes daily rounds to the town's elderly inhabitants. But when Antoine's poor manners rub the villagers the wrong way, can the lovely young Claire (Clotilde Hesme) help smooth things over? French director Eric Guirado helms this charmingly low-key film.
The Next-Gen 90's Enjoy a trip back to the 1990s with this exciting collection of more than 40 big songs from some of the biggest Hindi movies of the decade, featuring the best song-and-dance productions and the most romantic love songs. Highlights include "Mujhe Allah Ki Kasam" from Sanam Bewafa, "Phoolon Ke Is Shehar" from Parampara, "I Am Very Sorry" from Chaand Kaa Tukdaa and "Dil Lagake Dekho" from Ghar Ho To Aisa.
The Scintillating 70's Revisit the 1970s with this amazing compilation of 45 of the most exciting songs from some of the biggest Hindi films of the decade, featuring theatrical song-and-dance numbers and plenty of romantic love ballads. Highlights include "Dum Maaro Dum" from Hare Rama Hare Krishna, "Pal Pal Dil Ke Paas" from Black Mail, "Do Lafzon Ki Hai" from The Great Gambler and "Hum Dono Milke Kaagaz Ke Dil Pe" from Tumhari Kasam.
The Sparkling 60's Revisit the exciting 1960s through this amazing collection of more than 40 favorite songs from the smash-hit Hindi movies of the decade, featuring love songs, plenty of huge song-and-dance numbers and a few tearjerkers. Highlights include "Allah Tero Naam" from Hum Dono, "Hothon Mein Aisi Baat" from Jewel Thief, "Govinda Aala Re Aala" from Bluff Master and "Suno Sajna Papihe Ne" from Aaye Din Bahaar Ke.
