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Michael Brandon (Four Flies on Grey Velvet) stars as Jeff Dugan, the ultra-cool program director at Q-SKY Radio, LA's number one rock station. Dugan encourages a free-wheeling culture at work, employing an array of eccentric DJ personalities: Mother (Eileen Brennan, Private Benjamin), a husky, world-weary ex-hippie; Eric Swan (Martin Mull, Clue), a mad-cap romantic looking for love, and The Prince of Darkness (Cleavon Little, Blazing Saddles), a cool cat who keeps the night-time airwaves alive. But when the station's future is thrown in to jeopardy by corporate bosses looking to cash-in, the Q-SKY troupe are forced to batten down the hatches and turn up the volume - will a fully-fledged rock 'n' roll rebellion save the day? Legendary cinematographer John A. Alonzo (Chinatown, Scarface) directs this slickly-produced rock film, which combines hilarious studio hijinks with epic footage of Linda Ronstadt and Jimmy Buffett in concert. FM also boasts an incredible platinum-selling soundtrack featuring a pantheon of AOR greats including Steely Dan, The Doobie Brothers, Eagles and Tom Petty (who also cameos). Now, High Fidelity meets High Definition as FM debuts on blu-ray with a selection of exciting new extras. Bonus Materials High Definition Blu-ray (1080p) presentation transferred from original film elements Uncompressed stereo 2.0 PCM audio soundtrack Mono 1.0 music and effects track Optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing No Static at All, a newly filmed interview with Michael Brandon, the star of FM Radio Chaos, a newly filmed interview with Ezra Sacks, the writer of FM The Spirit of Radio, a newly filmed video appreciation of the era of FM radio and the FM soundtrack by the film and music critic Glenn Kenny Extensive gallery of original stills, promotional images and soundtrack sleeves Original trailers • Reversible sleeve featuring two original artwork options FIRST PRESSING ONLY: Illustrated collector's booklet featuring new writing on the film by writer and critic Paul Corupe Arrow Video – https://www.arrowvideo.com/ “FM” Blu-Ray – https://mvdshop.com/products/fm-blu-ray "The 27 Club" Blu-Ray/DVD/CD Combo Review Pay the Toll... Sell Your Soul... Be Careful What You Wish For. Why did Brian Jones, Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, Jim Morrison, and Kurt Kobain all die at the age of 27? When an aspiring singer and a journalism student seek answers to the notorious curse of the so-called "27 Club," they find themselves trapped in an evil underworld that takes artists souls as payment for eternal fame. Features legendary singer, songwriter, and record producer, Todd Rundgren. Bonus Materials Gorgeous 3 Disc Digi-pack exclusive edition with BLU RAY, DVD,and audio CD Soundtrack! “The 27 Club” Blu-Ray – https://mvdshop.com/products/27-club-the-blu-ray-dvd "Scary Stories" DVD Review (Wild Eye Releasing) The Story Of The Books That Frightened A Generation. Explore the history of one of the most controversial works of modern children's literature: The best selling teen classic Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark, which scared a generation of readers and became of of the most banned books of modern times. Includes the author's family, scholars, folklorists, artists, fans, and children's book authors such as R.L. Stine, Q.L. Pearce, and more. Bonus Materials Director's Commentary Over 20 minutes of bonus footage Closed Captions Scene Selection Trailers “Scary Stories” DVD – https://mvdshop.com/products/scary-stories-dvd "Spunk's Not Dead" DVD Review A new drug is taking over the streets, coating them in blood, vomit, and other less savory fluids. The six eye-opening stories in this anthology reveal the truth about this new white menace. “Spunk’s Not Dead” DVD – https://www.amazon.com/Spunks-Not-Dead-Quinn-Allan/dp/B07M6RT3G4 "Henchman: The Al Leong Story" Online Screener Review This documentary explores the life of one of Hollywood's most recognizable faces from 80's action films. In addition to being the greatest cinematic henchman, Al Leong is also a martial arts champion, stuntman, biker, cancer survivor, and much more. From Die Hard and Lethal Weapon to Big Trouble in Little China and Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure, follow the career of Al Leong with vintage footage, film clips and candid interviews from the likes of John Carpenter, Jeff Imada, Craig Baxley and more. “Henchman: The Al Leong Story” DVD – https://www.amazon.com/Henchman-Al-Leong-Story-Unrated/dp/B07TMRS26B/ "High Life" Streaming Review (VUDU) Plot Description: Monte (Robert Pattinson) and his baby daughter are the last survivors of a damned and dangerous mission to the outer reaches of the solar system. They rely on each other to survive as they hurtle toward the oblivion of a black hole. “High Life” Blu-Ray – https://www.amazon.com/High-Life-Blu-ray-Robert-Pattinson/dp/B07RTG9PHG/ "The Osterman Weekend" DVD Review (Anchor Bay) The Final Film by Director Sam Peckinpah from the #1 Best-Seller by Robert Ludlum What would you do if a total stranger proved to you that your three closest friends are enemy agents? For investigative TV host John Tanner (Rutger Hauer), the news comes on the eve of a reunion weekend and his home where the traitors (Craig T. Nelson, Dennis Hopper and Chris Sarandon) are all placed under intense surveillance by a mysterious CIA operative (John Hurt). But as the get-together turns deadly, are Tanner and his family being set up for the most shocking betrayal of all? From its stinging look at media manipulation to its stunning final twist, the ultimate conspiracy will be uncovered by whoever survives The Osterman Weekend. Burt Lancaster, Helen Shaver and Meg Foster co-star in this action-packed suspense thriller from legendary director Sam Peckinpah (The Wild Bunch, Straw Dogs) adapted from the best-selling novel by Robert Ludlum (The Bourne Identity) . Anchor Bay is proud to present this commemorative two-disc set loaded with unprecedented Extras - including Peckinpah's never-before seen full-length rough cut - for a startling new look at the final film from the still-controversial movie maverick known as "Bloody Sam". Features Audio Commentary By Sam Peckinpah Historians Paul Seydor, Garner Simmons, David Weddle and Nick Redman Alpha To Omega-An All New 78 Minute Documentary Sam's First Cut-Never Before Seen Full Length Screening Version Theatrical Trailer Still Gallery Talent Bios “The Osterman Weekend” 2 Disc DVD – https://www.amazon.com/Osterman-Weekend-Two-Disc-Rutger-Hauer/dp/B00012FX4K/ The Weekly Western "Django the Bastard" Blu-Ray Review (Synapse Films) Written by MrParka Synapse Films brings one of the many unauthorized sequels to “Django” to Blu-Ray. “Django the Bastard” looks and sounds great and includes a commentary with film historian Troy Howarth. A mysterious man by the name of Django comes into town with a vendetta. Quickly, Django enacts revenge by killing some prominent town’s folk. The last on his list is a corrupt business man who runs the town with his insane brother and a posse of hired guns. An evitable showdown takes place. “Django the Bastard” is far from breaking any new ground; it’s fairly typical in its story. Often spaghetti westerns feature a mysterious man in black who holds a secret past and prefers to use his gun rather than his mouth. That said, it doesn’t negate that “Django the Bastard” does have some style and good film making. The framing is top notch when setting up the action, becoming a game trying to stop Django in the scene before he kills a group of baddies; often times hidden in plain sight. At times Django is caught in reflections or hidden in shadows; these little touches of mystery are the main contributor to the well-crafted action scenes and add a layer of playfulness. Every spaghetti western hero needs a couple tricks or gimmicks up his sleeve and Django is no different. The most memorable is the chiseled crosses he brings with him; the crosses branded with the name of his victim and the day they will die. Of course it is today’s date. The head games by the spectral like Django make him seem almost supernatural, similar to the vengeful Stranger in the Clint Eastwood outing “High Plains Drifter”. The film’s main downfall is the lead, Anthony Steffen isn’t exactly brimming with charisma and his eyes often look dead and hollow. Although one may enjoy that look for a killer with a vendetta, it plays as more of a soulless performance than one with much value. The show stealer is of course Luciano Rossi who made a career out of playing unstable characters; here he plays a lunatic who gets the best of Django on a couple occasions. The film has plenty of action; there are no shortages of dead bodies and gunplay. If one is into the spaghetti western or revenge genre, this pulpy little flick will keep you in your seat for the duration. All and all “Django the Bastard” is a solid release from Synapse. Lite on the features, but sports a good presentation, the Troy Howarth commentary is filled to the brim with information about the cast, crew, and other films of the same vein Plot Summary: Synapse Films presents Django the Bastard - A classic "spaghetti western" remastered for the first time ever in high-definition! Anthony Steffen (THE NIGHT EVELYN CAME OUT OF THE GRAVE, KILLER FISH) stars as the mysterious stranger named Django, a ghost-like figure who walks into a dusty western town with vengeance on his mind. As he finds the men he’s looking for, he places a cross with the person's name and death date in the middle of the street before enacting violent revenge! Is Django truly an unstoppable human army-of-one, or an avenging immortal angel of death? An intriguing spaghetti western with gothic horror genre elements, DJANGO THE BASTARD bears striking similarities to Clint Eastwood's film HIGH PLAINS DRIFTER, released four years later. This version of DJANGO THE BASTARD is the alternate English language U.S. version titled THE STRANGERS GUNDOWN, remastered in high-definition widescreen from a beautiful original 35mm negative element. Special Features: - Audio Commentary with Film Historian and Author, Troy Howarth. Synapse Films – https://synapse-films.com/ “Django the Bastard” Blu-Ray – https://synapse-films.com/synapse-films/django-the-bastard-blu-ray/ "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood" Theater Review Plot Outline Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood visits 1969 Los Angeles, where everything is changing, as TV star Rick Dalton (Leonardo DiCaprio) and his longtime stunt double Cliff Booth (Brad Pitt) make their way around an industry they hardly recognize anymore. The ninth film from the writer-director features a large ensemble cast and multiple storylines in a tribute to the final moments of Hollywood’s golden age. “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/OnceInHollywood/ Pure Cinema Podcast – https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/now-playing-network/pure-cinema-podcast Pure Cinema Podcast w Quentin Tarantino – https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/now-playing-network/pure-cinema-podcast/e/62345751 Hammer Time Episode 12 "Kiss of the Vampire" Blu-Ray Review SHOCKING! - HORRIFYING! - MACABRE! Honeymooning in Bavaria, the young couple become stranded and are forced to stay the night in the area. Doctor Ravna, owner of the impressive chateau that sits imposingly above the village, invites them to dinner that evening. Their association with Ravna and his charming, beautiful family is to prove disastrous as they become unwittingly embroiled with this family of vampires who seek to initiate them into their diabolical creed. Hammer Horror Universal Blu-Ray Set – https://www.amazon.com/Hammer-Horror-8-Film-Collection-Blu-ray/dp/B01I048O8W Ask a Question/Answer a QuestionFavorite defunct Blu-Ray or DVD label? Podcast Version https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/podbean-70/shut-up-brandon-podcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/shut-up-brandon-podcast/id988229934? https://shutupbrandon.podbean.com/e/mrparka-s-weekly-reviews-episode-116-audio-version/ Shout Out From Horrorphilia The Wat-Zee Party Horror Show, where we’re fighting the good fight for the horror nation! Listen as hosts Mister Watson & Dave Zee conduct their 3-Act podcast! Subscribe in Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wat-zee-party-horror-show-horrorphilia/id1466581863 Wat-Zee Podcast – https://www.horrorphilia.com/the-wat-zee-party-horror-show/ UpdateUpdate Blu-Ray 1. The Mummy’s Revenge 2. Wild Rovers 3. Papillion 4. The Blue Knight 5. The Deadly Tracks 6. Cleopatra Jones 7. Ragmork 8. The Annihilators 9. The Brink’s Job 10. Lost Highway 11. Mississippi Burning 12. The Border 13. The Silent Partner 14. Black Moon Rising 15. The Nightcomers 16. Incident in a Ghostland 17. Heathers 18. The Train 19. Hounds of Love Film NotesFM – 1978 – John A. Alonzo
The 27th Club – 2019 – Patrick Fogarty Scary Stories – 2018 – Cody Meirick Spunk’s Not Dead – 2019 – Zach Carter/Jeremy Garner/Bryan Hiltner/Steven K. Jackley/Christopher Jayawardena/Calvin Morie McCarthy Henchman: The Al Leong Story – 2018 – Vito Trabucco High Life – 2018 – Claire Denis The Osterman Weekend – 1983 – Sam Peckinpah Django the Bastard – 1969 – Sergio Garrone Once Upon a Time in Hollywood – 2019 – Quentin Tarantino Kiss of the Vampire – 1963 – Don Sharp
5 Comments
Nick Mua
7/31/2019 05:52:32 pm
I quite enjoyed NicheFLIX they tended to distribute films from all over the world RIP 8/1/2019 02:41:55 am
Favorite defunct Blu-Ray or DVD label? 8/2/2019 09:05:39 am
Too many defunct labels to name one. I really do miss Somerville House, Subversive Cinema, Noshame, Millennium Entertainment, and Elite Entertainment (last one being the only company to release Deadly Spawn on blu that I know of). Don't know if Mya Distribution and Fantoma are around anymore. They aren't dead but I really miss Shriek Show, Dark Sky, and MGM's output from over a decade ago 8/2/2019 05:01:14 pm
Add Something Weird Video to that list of companies that aren't dead but still don't release as much as they used to.
James Grimmer
8/3/2019 01:38:38 am
Since I'm into Asian horror, I miss the Danger After Dark label from TLA Releasing. They put out some pretty out-there movies such as Meatball Machine and Suicide Club. I also miss MGM's DVD label as that was my introduction to a fair amount of genre films back in the day. Leave a Reply. |