Mill Creek Entertainment releases Volume 2 of the Terrifying Tortoise with the power to connect to children as a guardian of the universe. Filled with aliens, monsters, and all kinds of kids screaming the name of Gamera until their faces turn blue, Volume 2 garners the original cuts of the “Gamera” films, now in Blu-Ray form for consumption from fans. With four films in the second volume, it’s more turtle action from Daiei Studios’ for the kaiju completists.
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Revenge of the Nerds (1984)
I said it before, and I’ll say it again. If you’re going to rip off a movie, twist it in to something unique and almost refreshing. “Revenge of the Nerds” is my favorite “Animal House” rip off of all time. And while “Animal House” was about underdog slackers battling upper crest class men, “Revenge of the Nerds” focuses on the grade A students and outcasts that fight for their right to be treated like human beings in the face of a world that values physical prowess over basic intellect. “Revenge of the Nerds” has its charms, and though it riffs on “Animal House” every now and then, it still comes out feeling unique and original.
Gamera: Ultimate Collection Volume 2 [Blu-Ray]
Now Available from Mill Creek Entertainment.
Mill Creek Entertainment releases Volume 2 of the Terrifying Tortoise with the power to connect to children as a guardian of the universe. Filled with aliens, monsters, and all kinds of kids screaming the name of Gamera until their faces turn blue, Volume 2 garners the original cuts of the “Gamera” films, now in Blu-Ray form for consumption from fans. With four films in the second volume, it’s more turtle action from Daiei Studios’ for the kaiju completists.
The Big Bang Theory: The Proton Transmogrification
Holding true to the geek credo of the series, “The Big Bang Theory” celebrates May the 4th in style with official Star Wars props and sets that help the writers give a very entertaining glimpse in to the appeal of the iconic movie series. I don’t normally review single episodes of many shows these days, but “The Big Bang Theory” really helped remind me why I used to love “Star Wars.: No matter what you think of the prequels or how it’s being tailored these days, “Star Wars” has a meaning to everyone whose ever seen it, and it’s an important saga for anyone that’s followed it since its release. I was afraid “The Proton Transmogrification” was going to be one of those lazy scenario episodes like “Blue Harvest,” where the gang re-enacts the entire series in one episode. Especially since the news broke that Lucasfilm allowed the series to use many costumes and props for the episode.
The Sacrament (2014)
It’s really tough in this day and age to come up with new insight in to the mindset of the cult. Director Ti West manages to accomplish such a feat during the narrative of “The Sacrament” where he not only explores the facade of the utopian cult that many flock to, but the inherent mind set behind the structure of the cult. “Many people come here out of desperation,” explains character Sam, thus it’s apparent why community Eden Parish is able to thrive and live for so long without being disturbed. Even though many of the leaders of these cults are conmen, on occasion they’re also desperate individuals seeking isolation and a like minded civilization they can rule, or destroy in one fell swoop.
The Big Bang Theory: The Proton Transmogrification
Holding true to the geek credo of the series, “The Big Bang Theory” celebrates May the 4th in style with official Star Wars props and sets that help the writers give a very entertaining glimpse in to the appeal of the iconic movie series. I don’t normally review single episodes of many shows these days, but “The Big Bang Theory” really helped remind me why I used to love “Star Wars.: No matter what you think of the prequels or how it’s being tailored these days, “Star Wars” has a meaning to everyone whose ever seen it, and it’s an important saga for anyone that’s followed it since its release. I was afraid “The Proton Transmogrification” was going to be one of those lazy scenario episodes like “Blue Harvest,” where the gang re-enacts the entire series in one episode. Especially since the news broke that Lucasfilm allowed the series to use many costumes and props for the episode.
Gamera: Ultimate Collection – Volume 1 [Blu-Ray]
Mill Creek Entertainment brings Gamera to Blu-Ray in their original Japanese Cuts and titles, with Volume 1 of the “Gamera: Ultimate Collection.” Bringing the fourst four films of the Gamera saga, Volume 1 a great re-visiting of Daiei Film’s answer to Toho’s Godzilla. Gamera, unlike Godzilla, is a consistently changing big screen kaiju who is originally introduced as a gigantic menace who eventually becomes an intergalactic guardian. “Gamera: The Giant Monster (1965)” is the first film in the saga that is known by many for being spoofed on “Mystery Science Theater 3000.” On its own, it’s a solid giant monster film about a gargantuan fire breathing turtle with rocket packs in its shell, and abilities that seemingly pop out of nowhere whenever a sequel deems it convenient.