Brad Davis (The Player) and John Hurt (Alien) star in this riveting true story of a young American's nightmarish experiences in a Turkish prison and his unforgettable journey to freedom.Busted for attempting to smuggle hashish out of Istanbul American college student Billy Hayes (Davies) is thrown into the city's most brutal jail. After suffering through four years of sadistic torture and inhuman conditions Billy is about to be released when his parole is denied. Only his inner courage and the support of a fellow inmate (Hurt) give him the strength to catch the Midnight Express (prison code for escape).
Back in 1927, The Jazz Singer entered the history books as the first true, sound-on-film talking picture, with Al Jolson uttering the immortal words, "You ain't heard nothing yet!" But even then it was a creakingly sentimental old yarn. By the time this second remake showed up in 1980 (there was a previous one in 1953) it looked as ludicrously dated as a chaperone in a strip club. Our young hero, played by pop singer Neil Diamond in a doomed bid for movie stardom, is the latest in a long line of Jewish cantors, but secretly moonlights with a Harlem soul group. When his strictly Orthodox father (Laurence Olivier, complete with painfully hammy "oya-veh" accent) finds out, the expected ructions follow. Though the lad makes it big in showbiz, it all means nothing while he's cut off from family and roots. But in the end--well, you can guess, can't you? Diamond comes across as likeable enough in a bland way, but unencumbered by acting talent, and the music business has never looked so squeaky clean--nary a trace of drugs, and precious little sex or rock 'n' roll. As for anything sounding remotely like jazz, forget it. This is one story that should have been left to slumber in the archives. --Philip Kemp
THE MOST WWE SUPERSTARS EVER IN A LIVE-ACTION FEATURE FILM! After returning stateside and now working as an EMT, Jake Carter (Mike The Miz Mizanin) finds himself trapped with an injured, marked man he's sworn to save. As a ruthless biker gang bent on revenge gains speed, Carter must use his killer Marine instincts to end the rampage . . . or die trying! DVD Special Features: Evening The Odds featurette Superstar Studded featurette Click Images to Enlarge
Mike Myers stars as the title character in the big screen adaptation of the classic children's book by Dr. Seuss.
There is a fifth dimension beyond that which is known to man. It is a dimension as vast as space and as timeless as infinity. It is the middle ground between light and shadows, between science and superstition. And it lies between the pit of man's fears and the summit of his knowledge. This is the dimension of imagination. It is an area which we call...The Twilight Zone.Season 4 of this iconic series moved from half an hour episodes to eighteen hour length TV episodes, including appearances by Dennis Hopper (He's Alive) and Robert Duvall (Miniature).Released digitally remastered for the first time in the UK, this 5 disc set contains all episodes from this fourth season as well as special features:Disc 1:In His ImageThe Thirty-Fathom GraveValley of the ShadowDisc 2:He's AliveMuteDeath ShipDisc 3:Jesse-BelleMiniaturePrinter's DevilDisc 4:No Time Like The PastThe ParallelI Dream of GenieDisc 5:The New ExhibitOf Late I Think of CliffordvilleThe Inredible World of Horace FordDisc 6:On Thursday We Leave For HomePassage On The Lady AnneThe Bard
Brad Davis (The Player) and John Hurt (Alien) star in this riveting true story of a young American's nightmarish experiences in a Turkish prison and his unforgettable journey to freedom.Busted for attempting to smuggle hashish out of Istanbul American college student Billy Hayes (Davies) is thrown into the city's most brutal jail. After suffering through four years of sadistic torture and inhuman conditions Billy is about to be released when his parole is denied. Only his inner courage and the support of a fellow inmate (Hurt) give him the strength to catch the Midnight Express (prison code for escape).
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Episodes: Crocodile Tears Guess Who's Coming to Dinner Abide with Me The Weekend The Hostage The Path of True Love But Is It Art? A Christmas Story Speed's Return Rebel Without a Pause The Tooting Connection Working Class Hero Spanish Fly Right to Work Rock Bottom.
The lovably ugly green ogre returns with his green bride and furry, hooved friend in Shrek 2. The newlywed Shrek and Princess Fiona are invited to Fiona's former kingdom, Far Far Away, to have the marriage blessed by Fiona's parents--which Shrek thinks is a bad, bad idea, and he's proved right: the parents are horrified by their daughter's transformation into an ogress, a fairy godmother wants her son Prince Charming to win Fiona, and a feline assassin is hired to get Shrek out of the way. The computer animation is more detailed than ever, but it's the acting that make the comedy work--in addition to the return of Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, and Cameron Diaz, Shrek 2 features the flexible voices of Julie Andrews, John Cleese and Antonio Banderas, plus Jennifer Saunders as the gleefully wicked fairy godmother. --Bret Fetzer
Both the Power Rangers and Galvanax attempt to find more information about the new mysterious Gold Ranger. Meanwhile, Brody finds himself as the new bodyguard for country music star Levi Weston. Levi is excited to be embarking on his world tour, but as mysterious earthquakes start shaking up Summer Cove, he's presented with a tough decision... Contains episodes 9-12 on 1 DVD disc. Episode List: Rocking & Rolling The Ranger Ribbon Poisonous Plots Family Fusion
UNLEASH THE POWER! The evil Galvanax sends his warrior contestants down to Earth to steal the Ninja Power Stars, where each epic battle against the Power Rangers is broadcast throughout the universe. Together, the Power Rangers must master their arsenal of Ninja Power Stars, Zords and Megazords, each made of legendary Ninja Steel, in order to stop this evil threat and save Earth from destruction. Contains episodes 5-8 on 1 DVD disc. Episode List: Drive to Survive My Friend, Redbot Hack Attack Gold Rush
Collects the Diamond & Pearl saga of films - The Rise of Darkrai, Giratina and the Sky Warrior, Arceus and the Jewel of Life, and Zoroark - Master of Illusions. The Rise of Darkrai - While on their way to a Pokémon Contest, Ash and his friends pass through Alamos Town, home of the Time-Space Tower. Something, it seems, is inflicting terrible nightmares on Pokémon and people alike! The dashing but arrogant Baron Alberto immediately blames Darkrai...but is Darkrai fiend or friend? Meanwhile, a battle between Legendary Pokémon Dialga and Palkia rages above town, threatening to tear a hole in the time-space continuum! Will Ash and his friends survive this showdown and learn Darkrai s true nature? Giratina and the Sky Warrior - Deep in the heart of a mysterious forest, a Pokémon named Shaymin stumbles into the midst of a battle between two powerful Pokémon, Dialga and Giratina. Ash and his friends meet up with the feisty Pokémon and discover their common interests a love of nature and a wish to explore the connections between humans and Pokémon. But in a spectacular turn, a Pokémon of legendary status awakens the colossal Regigigas! How will Ash and his friends get out of this predicament? Arceus and the Jewel of Life - Long ago, Arceus granted a fragment of its awesome power to help the town of Michina in its hour of need, only to be betrayed when it was time for that power to be returned. Now Arceus enraged, vengeful, and seemingly unstoppable has returned to reclaim that stolen power. Ash and companions may have discovered a way to set things right. But will they have time to return the Jewel of Life before Arceus destroys everything and everyone they ve ever known? Zoroark - Master of Illusions - The Pokémon Baccer World Cup is the most anticipated event of the year. As hundreds flock to Crown City to watch the exciting competition, Ash, Pikachu, and his friends encounter a mysterious new Pokémon they have never seen before Zorua. Suddenly, the Legendary Pokémon Raikou, Entei, and Suicune show up, rampaging through the streets while the mighty Zoroark unleashes its fury on the town. Can Ash and companions find enough courage, strength, and friendship to unearth the mystery and save Crown City?
The Sandlot (Dir. David Mickey Evans 1993): It's the early 1960's and 5th grader Scotty Smalls has just moved into town with his folks. Kids call him a dork because he can't even throw a baseball. But that changes when the leader of the neighborhood gang recruits him to play on the nearby sandlot field. It's the beginning of a magical summer of baseball wild adventures first kisses and fearsome confrontations with the dreaded beast and its owner who live behind the left fie
Hapless Private Alvin Corwin (Jerry Lewis) is the lowest of the low at a World War II US Army training camp. With the overbearing sergeant constantly on his back Alvin blunders from one farcical situation to another.
Forever embroiled in controversy, Midnight Express divides viewers into opposing camps: those who think it's one of the most intense real-life dramas ever made, and those who abhor its manipulative tactics and alteration of facts for the exploitative purpose of achieving a desired effect. That effect is powerfully achieved, regardless of how you may feel about director Alan Parker and Oscar-winning screenwriter Oliver Stone's interpretation of the story of Billy Hayes. It was the American Hayes--played by the late Brad Davis in an unforgettable performance--who was caught smuggling 2kg of hashish while attempting to board a flight from Istanbul in 1970. He was sentenced to four years in a hellish Turkish prison on a drug possession charge, but his sentence was later extended (though not by 30 years, as the film suggests), and Hayes endured unthinkable brutality and torture before his escape in 1975. Unquestionably, this is a superbly crafted film, provoking a visceral response that's powerful enough to boil your blood. By the time Hayes erupts in an explosion of self-defensive violence, Parker and Stone have proven the power--and danger--of their skill. Their film is deeply manipulative, extremely xenophobic, and embellishes reality to heighten its calculated impact. Is that a crime? Not necessarily, and there's no doubt that Midnight Express is expertly directed and blessed with exceptional supporting performances (especially from John Hurt as a long-term prisoner). Still, it's obvious that strings are being pulled, and Parker, while applying his talent to a nefarious purpose, is a masterful puppeteer. --Jeff Shannon, Amazon.com
All 18 episodes of the fourth season of Rod Serling's classic, groundbreaking series, now presented in pristine high-definition for the first time ever, along with hours of new and exclusive bonus features not available anywhere else! Titles Comprise:In His ImageThe Thirty-Fathom GraveValley of the ShadowHe's AliveMuteDeath ShipJesse-BelleMiniaturePrinter's DevilNo Time Like The PastThe ParallelI Dream of GenieThe New ExhibitOf Late I Think of CliffordvilleThe Inredible World of Horace FordOn Thursday We Leave For HomePassage On The Lady AnneThe Bard
JUST BEFORE DAWN Beloved cult filmmaker Jeff Lieberman already horrified audiences across the world with his killer-worm epic SQUIRM (1976) but he arguably outdid himself with JUST BEFORE DAWN (1981) one of the most popular slasher classics to ever tear up the inside of a grindhouse movie theatre. In this powerful bout of plasma splashing cinema, a group of teenage vacationers opt for an ill-advised hike around the beautiful national forests of Oregon. But Lieberman is quick to show that backwoods baddies do not just exist in the American South - they can also be found preying on campers in the supposedly more liberal (and safe) West Coast too!! With machete massacres galore, masked maniacs on the prowl and plenty of skinny dipping and flesh ripping to enjoy, JUST BEFORE DAWN is a horror masterpiece that is finally available in the UK, fully remastered in HD. Starring George Kennedy (THE NAKED GUN) and Chris Lemmon (WISHMASTER), 88 Films is proud to present one of the most sublime and stylish slice and dice creepers ever concocted!
His reputation precedes him but commander Fess Parker is in no position to be choosy when he learns that his tired platoon will not be shipping home as rumored but tossed into a ragged new offensive...
Director Todd Solondz presents this characteristically bleak and darkly comic drama in two distinct parts. The first story ""Fiction"" stars Selma Blair as Vi a confused university student who engages in an impulsive tryst with her Pulitzer Prize-winning professor (Robert Wisdom) after arguing with her cerebral palsy-afflicted boyfriend (Leo Fitzpatrick). The second (and longer) tale ""Non-Fiction "" stars Paul Giamatti as Toby a down-on-his-luck documentary filmmaker who turns his ca
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