Greetings from Amazon.com Delivers DVD New Releases Editor, Jeff Shannon FEATURED IN THIS E-MAIL: * "Blair Witch" and Beyond: Halloween movies on DVD * Top New Releases This Week: "Labyrinth," "Army of Darkness: Special Edition," "10 Things I Hate About You," "Melvin and Howard" * Full List of New Releases * Future Releases: "Election," "eXistenZ," "Bride of Frankenstein," and more * Disney Goes DVD: Nine animated classics in limited release "BLAIR WITCH" AND BEYOND: HALLOWEEN MOVIES ON DVD ************************************************* Now that "The Blair Witch Project" is scheduled to arrive on DVD on October 22, it's a great time to prepare for your own Halloween film festival. We've put together a list of frightfully good DVDs that will tingle your spine, curdle your blood, and chill you to the bone. Watch these DVDs... and keep looking over your shoulder! DVD TOP NEW RELEASES THIS WEEK ************************** Amazon.com's DVD Web site now includes comprehensive listings of new and future releases arranged in a weekly format. See a complete list of this week's new releases. DVD "Labyrinth" (PG) released October 12 starring Jennifer Connelly and David Bowie; directed by Jim Henson http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00000K3D4/entertainmentsit Muppet master Jim Henson directed this mesmerizing fantasy in which Jennifer Connelly plays Sarah, a young woman whose little brother is kidnapped into the labyrinthine City of Goblins. With its glorious production and supporting cast of elaborate puppets--not to mention David Bowie as the Goblin king--this imaginative adventure has captivated audiences around the world. The DVD includes a behind-the-scenes documentary, "Inside the Labyrinth." "Army of Darkness: Special Edition" (R) released October 12 starring Bruce Campbell and Embeth Davidtz; diretced by Sam Raimi http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00001ODHL/entertainmentsit Before he went "legit" with films like "A Simple Plan" and "For Love of the Game," director Sam Raimi earned his reputation as a master of gonzo horror, as evidenced by "Army of Darkness," the over-the-top sequel to Raimi's previous pair of "Evil Dead" extravaganzas. Befitting its cult status, Anchor Bay has issued the gruesome thriller-comedy as a two-disc DVD special edition, chock full of extras such as full-screen and widescreen viewing options, commentary by Raimi and star Bruce Campbell, a full-length director's cut, and a behind-the-scenes documentary. "10 Things I Hate About You" (PG-13) released October 12 starring Julia Stiles and Heath Ledger; directed by Gil Junger http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00000K31Q/entertainmentsit The teen-movie trend of the late '90s continues unabated, and this contemporary spin on Shakespeare's "The Taming of the Shrew" is one of the more agreeable entries. Following the Bard's lead, the romantic comedy begins when a brooding cool guy (Heath Ledger) is appointed to thaw the ice queen Kat (Julia Stiles). It's a paying gig that turns surprisingly romantic as Kat's hard exterior gives way to reveal the nice girl within. Like "Cruel Intentions" and "She's All That," this is a pretty good slice of entertainment, and the two young stars are wonderfully matched. "Melvin and Howard" (R) released October 12 starring Paul Le Mat, Mary Steenburgen, and Jason Robards; directed by Jonathan Demme http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00000K3C2/entertainmentsit A modern American classic, "Melvin and Howard" posits an affectionate what-if scenario based on the true story of Melvin Dummar (Paul Le Mat), who allegedly picked up hitchhiker Howard Hughes in the Nevada desert and later produced a will naming him sole heir to the Hughes fortune. Perfectly cast and directed, this whimsical slice-of-life comedy became one of the most critically acclaimed films of the '80s, and the DVD includes commentary by Demme and production designer Toby Rafelson. FULL LIST OF NEW RELEASES ************************* Amazon.com's DVD page now includes comprehensive listings of new and future releases arranged in a weekly format. See a complete list of this week's new releases at DVD These and other new releases are now available: "Cinderella" (with Whitney Huston) "The Ipcress File" "Laura Branigan" "Lolita" (1997 version) "The Marx Brothers Box" "The Rage: Carrie 2" "They Shoot Horses, Don't They?" FUTURE RELEASES *************** Amazon.com now offers a complete list of upcoming DVD releases, arranged by week of release date. See what's coming. DVD "Election" (R) releases October 19 starring Matthew Broderick and Reese Witherspoon; directed by Alexander Payne http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/6305574944/entertainmentsit One of the best comedies of 1999, "Election" is a sublimely skewed look at the collision of ethics and ambition during a high school election campaign. Matthew Broderick does some of his best work yet as a Nebraska teacher caught between lust and loathing for a scheming student (Reese Witherspoon in a brilliant performance). Director Alexander Payne ("Citizen Ruth") scores again with this hilarious sendup of high school politics, filled with attentive details that will make you laugh out loud. "eXistenZ" (R) releases October 19 starring Jude Law and Jennifer Jason Leigh; directed by David Cronenberg http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00000K31V/entertainmentsit Hook up your bioports and prepare to have your mind blown! David Cronenberg returns to his roots of weirdness with this intelligent thriller about a virtual-reality game and its inventor (Jennifer Jason Leigh), who finds herself trapped in a reality she can't easily trust. What is real and what's the game? If you're looking for a sharp alternative to "The Matrix," this is the movie for you. "Bride of Frankenstein" (NR) releases October 19 starring Boris Karloff and Elsa Lanchester; directed by James Whale http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/078323502X/entertainmentsit Considered by some to be the greatest horror film of the golden age of Universal horror, "The Bride of Frankenstein" matches and surpasses its legendary predecessor. Combining humor and ominous atmosphere, director James Whale created a classic that stands the test of time. Like all of Universal's recent classic horror releases, this superb DVD includes a detailed documentary about the production hosted and narrated by Joe Dante, an informative commentary by film historian Scott McQueen, rare production photos and more. "The Judy Garland Show Collection" (NR) releases October 26 starring Judy Garland http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00000K4YX/entertainmentsit If you're a fan of Judy Garland, this boxed-set tribute to Garland sees her at her finest. A 6-disc compendium of 14 episodes of her 1963-64 TV variety series, featuring guests appearance by a stellar array of stars from Hollywood's golden age, this is a must-have set for Garland fans, complete with a host of bonus materials such as a copy of the book "Rainbow's End: The Judy Garland Show." The following DVD titles are available for pre-order, and will be delivered as soon as they are released. (NOTE: All release dates are subject to change.) Scheduled for October 19: "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" "For Your Eyes Only" "Goldfinger" "The James Bond Gift Set" "The Wizard of Oz: Special Edition" Scheduled for October 26: "Arlington Road" "Charade"--Criterion Collection "Pinocchio" "Stargate: Special Edition" "Stephen King's The Stand" Scheduled for November 2: "Big Daddy" "Patton" "Saving Private Ryan: Special Limited Edition" "The Thin Red Line" "The Wolfman" DISNEY GOES DVD: NINE ANIMATED CLASSICS IN LIMITED RELEASE ********************************************************** When DVD was first introduced more than two years ago, industry pundits said the format would never truly succeed until Disney's animated classics were released on DVD. Now that time has come, and Disney is releasing nine of their best, including "Pinocchio," "Mulan," "Hercules," and "The Jungle Book." Arriving on a staggered release schedule between October 26 and December 7, these popular titles will only be available for 60 days following their release dates. When you order any five of these Disney titles you'll receive one other title by mail free of charge, and if you order all nine you'll receive a rebate offer worth two free discs. Pre-order all of them now. DVD ****** Give the Perfect Gift -- Get the Perfect Gift Does Aunt Ida send polka CDs when you'd prefer pop? Create an Amazon.com Wish List and save everyone the agony of the unwanted gift. Wish list
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