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Eragon
- Click here to check out the Eragon (2 disc) [DVD]
Based
on a best selling novel. Eragon, the Dragon Rider has the power to save
or destroy an Empire.
Fantasy
is back.
Dragons
and swordplay aplenty.
Children
Of Men (2-disc Special Edition) [DVD] - Click here to learn more!
A
catastrophic event has occured and humans are no longer able to give birth.
What kind of future will occur when mankind stares at certain extinction?!
Is
there any hope? This looks like a fantastic UK sci-fi movie starring Clive
Owen.
A
Scanner Darkly [DVD] - Click here to learn more!
A
unique animation was layered over live action producing a stunning effect
which needs to be seen.
Keanu
Reeves headlines in this sci-fi story.
Harry
Potter And The Order Of The Phoenix [DVD] - Click here to learn
more!
Are
you ready for Dumbledore's army?
This
is the adaptation of the fifth book and its being released in the
same year that the final, seventh book is released.
The
last two movies took a darker twist which was most welcome so looking
forward to see how this pans out.
Lord
Voldermort has returned. Harry and Dumbledore try to warn all but
fall on deaf ears.
They
are then targeted by Wizard powers that be as a new leader is installed
at Hogwarts.
The
fightback begins now!
This
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The
Bourne Ultimatum [DVD] - Click here to learn more!
Jason
Bourne, the new super spy, is back. They stole his mind, now he's getting
even!
I
loved the first two Bourne Identity and Bourne Supremacy and have great
hopes for the final chapter of the trilogy. Bring it on!
Shrek
The Third (Shrek 3) [DVD] - Click here to learn more!
Just
when you thought you couldn't laugh any harder, the whole gang are
back for more fun, frolics and anarchic fairy tales for the enjoyment
of all.
Mike
Myers, Eddie Murphy and Cameron Diaz all return as Shrek, Donkey
and Princess Fiona.
Shrek,
in a bid to avoid becoming King and leaving his swamp, undertakes
a journey to find a heir to the Kingdom of Far Far Away.
However,
in his absence, Prince Charming makes his move to seize the throne!
Using
clever twists and modern takes on old stories, this movie will have
you laughing hard!
So
you know it'll be great! |
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The
Simpsons Movie [DVD] - Click here to learn more!
Homer,
Marge, Bart Lisa and the all the rest feature in this big screen debut.
About
time too!
These
guys are great!
Fantastic
Four - Rise Of The Silver Surfer (2 Disc Special Edition) [DVD]
- Click here to find out more!
Featuring
one of Marvel Comics most popular superhero groups.
Mister
Fantastic, The Invisble Girl, The Thing and the Human Torch.
A
stranger from another world. Who is he? Why is he here?
The
answer will shock you!
Witness
the coming of the Silver Surfer and the terror of Galactus!
Quality
action adapted from the classic comic books by Stan Lee and Jack
Kirby.
Directed
by Tim Storey who is guiding the franchise in the mighty Marvel
manner! |
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Die
Hard 4.0 (2 Disc Special Edition) [DVD] - Click here to learn more!
Bruce
Willis returns as the wise cracking cop John MacClane that doesn't mess
around.
Prone
to bad days, he's up against an internet based organisation hellbent on
causing destruction and carnage.
Also
starring Maggie Q.
Yippee
kay yay, Mister Trucker!
Spider-Man
3 [DVD] - Click here to learn more!
Peter
Parker and the final showdown with best former best friend Harry
Osborne, the new Hobgoblin.
Not
to mention Sandman, a man whose very body is composed of pliable
sand. He can control every molecule of it to devastating effect!
From
flowing like water to being denser than concrete!
And
Venom, an evil version of Spider-Man with vastly greater powers.
How
will our hero defeat the combined might of three of his greatest
enemies!
One
of the most faithful comic book to film adaptations of all time
continues here.
Directed
by San Raimi and starring Tobey Maguire.
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28
Weeks Later [DVD] - Click here to learn more!
The
incredible sequel to 28 Days Later which shows the aftermath of the deadly
virus which spawned a race of zombies running through London. A must see!
Curse
of the Golden Flower [DVD] - Click here to learn more!
This
is a stunning period piece set in Imperial China and it certainly
looks the business!
Starring
Gong Li and Chow Yun Fat this is set to continue the high standard
set by Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, House of Flying Daggers and
Seven Swords!
Set
in the opulent Tang Dynasty the story follows the secrets kept by
the royal family and how they ultimately unravel amid destruction.
The
fight scenes are out of this world. Stunning choreography, beautiful
cinematography and astonishing period dress.
Ancient
China will come alive before your very eyes!
Definitely
needs to be seen on the big screen! |
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Sunshine
[DVD] - Click here to learn more!
Top
quality British sci-fi has arrived! Gripping science fiction on the edge
of the Sun!
Featuring
a stellar cast including Michelle Yeoh and a budget to match, I'm really
excited about this one!
Pirates
of the Caribbean 3: At World's End [DVD] - Click here to learn more!
The
end of the trilogy.
What
will be the final fate of Captain Jack Sparrow and his pirates in
arms?
Will
Elizabeth Swann get her true love?
Will
Will Turner be able to rescue his father from the Flying Dutchman?
What
haunts Davy Jones?
And
who is Calypso?
The
entire cast return which now includes Chow Yun Fat in the grand,
huge finale!
Pirates
have never looked so good! |
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The
Prestige [DVD] - Click here to learn more!
Duelling
magicians in Victorian London are the order of the day.
Starring
Hugh Jackman, Christian Bale and David Bowie.
Ghost
Rider - Extended Cut [DVD] - Click here to learn more!
Johnny
Blaze, quite possibly the world's greatest motorcycle stunt rider.
Carrying
on his dad's legacy.
To prolong his father's life he made a deal with the devil, Mephisto,
and now the Ghost Rider terrorizes the earth!
But
the son of Mephisto, Blackheart, has other ideas.
He
wants his father's crown and before the day is out there will be
a reckoning!
See
the shocking origin story of one of Marvel Comics most terrifying
superheroes! |
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TMNT
- Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles [DVD] - Click here to learn more!
After
a long absence, the Teenage Ninja Mutant Turtles are back and saving the
day like only they can. Shot is beautiful CGI this is how they should
have been done. You must see this one for the action scenes and crazy
comedy.
Tideland
[DVD] - Click here to learn more!
Directed
by Terry Gilliam of Monty Python fame, this is a fantasy tale that needs
to be seen to be believed! A modern day Alice in Wonderland, but slightly
darker...
Dreamgirls
(2 Disc Special Edition) [DVD] - Click here to learn more!
Fantastic
musical about a young girl r&b group who rise to the greatest heights
of fame but not without some upsets!
Loosely
based aaround Diana Ross and the Supremes. Starring Beyonce Knowles, Jennifer
Hudson, Jamie Foxx and Eddie Murphy. Quality film!
Pan's
Labyrinth (2 Disc Set) [DVD] - Click here to learn more!
This
is another take on Alice in Wonderland and directed by Guillermo
Del Toro.
A
young girl called orphelia must perform three tasks to get to a
magic kingdom.
Guided
by a Faun named Pan this film has a dark edge to it.
The
world she discovers is populated by many fantastical creatures and
the effects I've seen look quite menacing.
Someone
once said 'fairy tales work best when they are dark.' and Del Toro
seems to have certainly taken this on board.
Well
known for his dark fantasy tales he's previously directed Hellboy
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Snakes
on a Plane [DVD] - Click here to learn more!
Samuel
L Jackson stars in this frightful tale of deadly snakes let loose on an
airplane in mid flight! This needs to be seen!
Miami
Vice (Colin Farrell and Jamie Foxx) [DVD] - Click here to learn more!
Jamie
Foxx, Colin Farrell and Gong Li star in this adaptation of the hot 1980's
TV series. Guaranteed hot action and cool drama throughout!
300
(2 Disc Special Edition) [DVD] - Click here to learn more!
Frank
Miller's comic book adaptation of the battle of Thermopylae from
ancient Greece.
I
saw this at London's IMAX cinema and it was breathtaking.
Epic
in scale and adapted faithfully from the graphic novel this film
is brutal in places but overall, quite the spectacle.
The
cinematography was gorgeous and quite mystical. The attention to
detail of the costumes was great to see too.
Really
plunging you into that world.
It's
not for the faint of heart but is worth seeing.
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The
Pursuit Of Happyness [DVD] - Click here to learn more!
Will
Smith stars in this great adaptation of a true story about a man who picks
himself up from the lowest depths of despair and goes on to achieve great
heights in the financial industry.
Very
inspiring and highly entertaining.
DOA
- Dead Or Alive [DVD] - Click here to learn more!
Based
on a best selling video game featuring all female combatants, expect action
galore!
Starring
Devon Aoki and Holly Valance and fight choreography by Corey Yuen.
Idlewild
[DVD] - Click here to learn more!
This
musical set in the 1920's starring Andre (3000) Benjamin and Big Boi from
Outkast looks absolutely stunning and you know the music will be top notch.
Can't
wait to see this one!
Deja
Vu [DVD] - Click here to learn more!
Denzel
Washington stars in this cool sci-fi movie about time travel technology
used to solve major crimes.
And
so the adventure begins...
Trying
to solve a case of a boat explosion which caused many deaths, detective
Doug Carlin (played by Washington) is introduced to a special FBI
investigation team which has the technology to view the recent past
through a wormhole.
Using
this technology and even journeying to the past Carlin finds that
things are not what they seem...
Tony
Scott directs this fast paced and thrilling movie.
Denzel
Washington will pull you into the world of the film through his
portrayal of the federal agent. |
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Borat
[DVD] - Click here to learn more!
I
defy you not to watch this and laugh out loud. This guy is stupidly funny,
from the creator of Ali G, Sasha Baron Cohen.
Cars
[DVD] - Click here to learn more!
Pixar
and Disney's tour de force, hot on the heels of The Incredibles, looks
to have broken records again.
The
buzz is amazing and the special effects, CGI animation is second to none.
A
great family film about a world inhabited by cars.
28
Days Later : Limited Edition (2 Disc Set) [DVD] - Click here to learn
more!
An
airbourne virus on the loose in London.
It
mutates people horrifically turning them into something else. Zombies!
British
sci-fi horror that looks absolute quality!
Have
to see this.
Pirates
Of The Caribbean - Dead Man's Chest [DVD] - Click here to learn
more!
He's
back!
Captain
Jack Sparrow is making more mischief on the high seas!
And
the gang's all with him.
Time
for a fateful meeting with Davy Jones Locker!
Starring
Johnny Depp, Keira Knightley and Orlando Bloom.
I
loved the first one and this is the second in the trilogy. It was
filmed back to back with the third so that will be out soon.
I'll
let you know when, of course! |
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Superman
Returns - 2 Disc [DVD] - Click here to learn more!
Bryan
Singer directs Brandon Routh as the new Man of Steel.
Focusing
on the return of Superman to Earth after a long absence.
Kevin
Spacey is Lex Luthor.
You
will believe a man can fly!
The
most iconic superhero creation of our time is about to be re-introduced
to a new generation.
You
won't want to miss this! |
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Ultraviolet
[DVD] - Click here to learn more!
Set
in the near future, this film pits humans against a offshoot of
humanity called Hemophages.
This
genetic breed possesses a vampire like disease which gives them
almost superhuman powers.
One
woman stands inbetween the warring sides. The Hemophage named Ultraviolet.
Which
side are you on?
Starring
Milla Jovovich. |
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Fearless
[DVD] - Click here to learn more!
Billed
as Jet Li's last martial arts film I sincerely hope it's not because
he is one of it's finest ambassadors.
Set
in the late Qing Dynasty this is based on a true story about the
founder of a martial arts school.
Words
can't begin to desribe Jet Li's quality so I won't even try.
Just
go and see it. |
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The
New World [DVD] - Click here to learn more!
An
epic encounter between European and Native American cultures set
in 1607.
Partly
inspired by the story of Pocahontas and featuring some stunning
scenic backdrops it touches on discovery, love and loss.
This
looks great!
Starring
Colin Farrell.
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Memoirs
of a Geisha [DVD] - Click here to learn more!
Zhang
Ziyi!
Gong
Li!
Michelle
Yeoh!
Wow.
Three
titans of Chinese cinema in one movie.
If
that alone isn't enough to grab you, the film is adapted from the
bestselling book.
Love,
tradition and tragedy, what more could you ask for! |
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Sky
High [DVD] - Click here to learn more!
Imagine!
A
school for superheroes.
Somewhere
to learn and train your powers, and have a little fun.
The
trailers that I've seen for this look great and it reminds me of
Marvel Comics New Mutants title.
Looking
forward to seeing this.
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Stealth
[DVD]- Click here to learn more!
When
an experimental military plane goes wrong and takes a life all of
its own, three ace pilots are charged to bring it down.
High
octane action and adrenaline busting thrills!
Starring
Jamie Foxx. |
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The
Haunted Mansion [DVD] - Click here to learn more!
When
a family moves into their new home the neighbours are a little bit
more than friendly.
In
fact, they're dead friendly!!
Dare
I say they neighbours from hell? Literally!
This
is a great horror comedy starring the legendary Eddie Murphy. |
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Timecop
[DVD] - Click here to learn more!
Ok,
this is a classic but I love this movie!
A
great story, fantastic Sci-fi backdrop and some of the greatest
CGI special effects of its time.
It
still holds up well and I my opinion is one of Jean Claude Van
Damme's finest films.
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Shaolin
Soccer [DVD] - Click here to learn more!
I
first saw this film with no Englsih subtitles, told in spoken
Mandarin Chinese. The story was still strong enough to follow
and enjoy.
Of
course now you can enjoy it, subtitles and all and Marvel at Stephen
Chow's genius.
Slapstick
and sensational action run riot throughout and it's highly enjoyable.
Great
stuff!
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