The Rescuers Down Under isn't a quickie, direct-to-video sequel, cashing in on the success of the original 1977 animated hit about adventurous mice, but a full-blown theatrical effort. This time around, Bernard (voice of Bob Newhart) is trying to pop the question to Bianca (Eva Gabor) when they're summoned to Australia, where a young boy has been kidnapped by a pallid, grey-faced poacher (who looks like and is voiced by George C. Scott). Wilbur, a chatterbox of an albatross (John Candy, replacing the late Jim Jordan's character Orville), and Jake (Tristan Rogers), a kangaroo mouse--Bernard is jealous of the dashing rodent--assist the Rescuers in saving the day and imparting a mild environmental message. The film opens with an absolutely breathtaking aerial sequence--this was made near the beginning of Disney's animation renaissance--so impressive it would seem the story, literally, has nowhere else to go but down. However, some smart gags, excellent animation and rollicking adventures ensue. So why isn't it better known? It had the bad luck to open, in 1990, opposite another kids' film--Home Alone. --David Kronke
Filmed in 1968 and set in British India in 1895, Carry On Up the Khyber is one of the team's most memorable efforts. Sid James plays Sid James as ever, though nominally his role is that of Sir Sidney Ruff-Diamond, the unflappable British Governor who must deal with the snakelike, scheming Khasi of Khalabar, played by Kenneth Williams. A crisis occurs when the mystique of the "devils in skirts" of the 3rd Foot and Mouth regiment is exploded when one of their number, the sensitive-to-draughts Charles Hawtrey, is discovered by the natives to be wearing underpants. Revolt is in the offing, with Bernard Bresslaw once again playing a seething native warrior. Roy Castle neatly plays the sort of role normally assigned to Jim Dale, as the ineffectual young officer, Peter Butterworth is a splendid compromised evangelist, while Terry Scott puts his comedic all into the role of the gruff Sergeant. Most enduring, however, is the final dinner party sequence in which the British contingent, with the Burpas at the gates of the compound, and plaster falling all about them, demonstrate typical insouciance in the face of imminent peril. The "I'm Backing Britain" Union Jack hoist at the end, however, over-excitedly reveals the streak of reactionary patriotism that lurked beneath the bumbling double-entendres of most Carry On films. --David Stubbs
Unseen for many years these four made-for-TV Christmas Carry On spectaculars feature favourite stories and timely traditions including Treasure Island A Christmas Carol pantomime and much more in the only way the Carry On team know how... pure slapstick comedy and scripts full of trademark innuendo! This is Carry On at its Christmas best! Carry On Christmas 1969: sees Sid James Barbara Windsor et al in a re-working of literary classic 'A Christmas Carol' - obviously thou
Its 1981, the start of a new decade and Ritchie, Roscoe and Colin begin a new life in London. Strangers at first, these young gay lads, and their best friend Jill, find themselves thrown together, and soon share each other's adventures. But a new virus is on the rise, and soon their lives will be tested in ways they never imagined. As the decade passes, and they grow up in the shadow of AIDS, they're determined to live and love more fiercely than ever. Hedonistic, proud, emotional and ground-breaking. Its the story of friends, lovers and families, set to soundtrack of the growing Gay scene of the 1980s.
Disney's 1992 animated feature Aladdin is a triumph of wit and skill. The high-tech artwork and graphics look great, the characters are strong, the familiar story is nicely augmented with an interesting villain (Jafar, voiced by Jonathan Freeman), and there's an incredible hook atop the whole thing: Robin Williams's frantically hilarious vocal performance as Aladdin's genie. Even if one isn't particularly moved by the love story between the title character (Scott Weinger) and his girlfriend Jasmine (Linda Larkin), you can easily get lost in Williams's improvisational energy and the equally entertaining performances of Freeman and Gilbert Gottfried (as Jafar's parrot). --Tom Keogh
Its 1981, the start of a new decade and Ritchie, Roscoe and Colin begin a new life in London. Strangers at first, these young gay lads, and their best friend Jill, find themselves thrown together, and soon share each others adventures. But a new virus is on the rise, and soon their lives will be tested in ways they never imagined. As the decade passes, and they grow up in the shadow of AIDS, theyre determined to live and love more fiercely than ever. Hedonistic, proud, emotional and ground-breaking. Its the story of friends, lovers and families, set to soundtrack of the growing Gay scene of the 1980s.
The series that brought Kenya's big cats into our homes is back. Presenters Simon King and Jonathan Scott are joined by Saba Douglas-Hamilton in an adventure series starring the big cats of Kenya's Masai Mara. This is high-octane cat action. Every day their exploits are witnessed as they happen. The unfolding stories are compiled into a true-life diary of the adventures of totally wild animals.
After the tragic loss of his wife and daughter, a New York composer relocates to Seattle in hopes of a fresh start, only to find that his new home harbours a terrible secret. Product Features New 4K scan and restoration presented in HDR10 Audio Commentary with Director Peter Medak and Producer Joel B. Michaels Interview with Peter Medak by filmmaker Adrián GarcÃa Bogliano at Mórbido Fest 2018 Exile on Curzon St. - Peter Medak on his early years in swinging London The House on Cheesman Park - The Haunting True Story of The Changeling Audio commentary with Actors Marilyn Burns, Allen Danziger and Paul A. Partain, and Art Director Robert A. Burns The Music of The Changeling - an interview with Music Arranger Kenneth Wannberg Building the House Of Horror - an interview with Art Director Reuben Freed The Psychotronic Tourist Master of horror Mick Garris on The Changeling
John Russell (Scott) a composer and music professor loses his wife and daughter in a tragic accident. Seeking solace he moves into an old mansion unoccupied for twelve years. But a child-like presence seems to be sharing the house and trying to share its secrets with him. Through research into the house's past and a seance held within Russell discovers the horrific secret of the house's past a secret that the presence will no longer allow to be kept...
Following the tragic death of his wife and daughter in a car crash, composer John Russell leaves the city and retires to an old mansion in the hope of rebuilding his life. The peace and quiet he craves is soon disturbed however. Unexplained noises are just the beginning. Convinced there is a supernatural presence in the house he enlists the help a local historian. What they uncover is more shocking than he could ever have imagined. The Changeling is one of the most chilling and highly acclaimed horror films of all time. SPECIAL EDITION FEATURES: Brand new 4K scan and restoration Audio commentary with director Peter Medak and producer Joel B. Michaels moderated by Severin Films' David Gregory The House on Cheesman Park': The Haunting True Story of The Changeling The Music of The Changeling': Interview with Music Arranger Kenneth Wannberg Building The House of Horror': Interview with Art Director Reuben Freed The Psychotronic Tourist': The Changeling Master of Horror Mick Garris on The Changeling' Trailer TV Spot New English subtitles for the hearing impaired
Based on Andrew Morton's bestselling book the film traces Diana's transformation from shy young girl to public icon and sophisticated princess whose fairy tale marriage to Prince Charles soon turned into a nightmare well hidden outside the walls of Buckingham Palace. Until the book and this film revealed Diana's side of the story: her marital troubles her loneliness inside the royal family her suicide attempts and her struggles with bulimia. With this critically acclaimed film the world reached a new understanding of this complex fascinating woman.
Following the tragic death of his wife and daughter in a car crash, composer John Russell leaves the city and retires to an old mansion in the hope of rebuilding his life. The peace and quiet he craves is soon disturbed however. Unexplained noises are just the beginning. Convinced there is a supernatural presence in the house he enlists the help a local historian. What they uncover is more shocking than he could ever have imagined. The Changeling is one of the most chilling and highly acclaimed horror films of all time. Features: Brand new 4K scan and restoration Limited Edition packaging featuring outer rigid slipcase, Amaray case, poster, 40 page booklet and OST CD Audio commentary with director Peter Medak and producer Joel B. Michaels moderated by Severin Films' David Gregory The House on Cheesman Park': The Haunting True Story of The Changeling The Music of The Changeling': Interview with Music Arranger Kenneth Wannberg Building The House of Horror': Interview with Art Director Reuben Freed The Psychotronic Tourist': The Changeling Master of Horror Mick Garris on The Changeling' Trailer TV Spot New English subtitles for the hearing impaired Limited Edition Contents: Original Soundtrack CD 40 page perfect bound booklet with new essay by Kevin Lyons, production notes and onset interview with George C. Scott Doublesided poster and reversible Amaray sleeve featuring newly commissioned artwork by artist Christopher Shy and original poster art
From executive producer Eli Roth and based on the gripping Brian McGreevy novel of the same name, Hemlock Grove is a murder-mystery series involving the eccentric residents of a former steel town in Pennsylvania. The story begins with the discovery of a high school cheerleader, mangled and murdered in the shadow of an abandoned Godfrey steel mill in the dilapidated community of Hemlock Grove. The ensuing investigation exposes the community s underbelly and reveals that nothing is as it seems.
From executive producer Eli Roth and based on the gripping Brian McGreevy novel of the same name, Hemlock Grove is a murder-mystery series involving the eccentric residents of a former steel town in Pennsylvania. The story begins with the discovery of a high school cheerleader, mangled and murdered in the shadow of an abandoned Godfrey steel mill in the dilapidated community of Hemlock Grove. The ensuing investigation exposes the community s underbelly and reveals that nothing is as it seems.
After the tragic loss of his wife and daughter, a New York composer relocates to Seattle in hopes of a fresh start, only to find that his new home harbours a terrible secret. Product Features New 4K scan and restoration Audio Commentary with Director Peter Medak and Producer Joel B. Michaels Interview with Peter Medak by filmmaker Adrián GarcÃa Bogliano at Mórbido Fest 2018 Exile on Curzon St. - Peter Medak on his early years in swinging London The House on Cheesman Park - The Haunting True Story of The Changeling Audio commentary with Actors Marilyn Burns, Allen Danziger and Paul A. Partain, and Art Director Robert A. Burns The Music of The Changeling - an interview with Music Arranger Kenneth Wannberg Building the House Of Horror - an interview with Art Director Reuben Freed The Psychotronic Tourist Master of horror Mick Garris on The Changeling
To celebrate a decade of Big Cat Diary action we revisit the cast and characters offering a unique opportunity to watch their unfolding lives over a two-year span. From a camp in the heart of Kenya's magnificent Masi Mara specialist teams observe the daily lives and adventures of Africa's big cats. Series 1:The Marsh Pride of lions is 30 strong - a magnificent group of females sub-adults and cubs. But there's a problem their sole defender is lone male Simba. When two yo
This dark melodrama based on the John Patrick story 'Love Lies Bleeding' stars Barbara Stanwyck as the wonderfully wicked Martha Ivers a wealthy and domineering woman who controls a small town after inheriting a large family fortune. She lives with her weakling husband a district attorney running for mayor played by Kirk Douglas in his feature film debut - a role that's an unusual departure from his later work. What no one in the town knows however is that Stanwyck and Douglas are bound by a dark secret involving murder. Gripping and suspenseful this film noir classic also stars Van Heflin as Martha's old love who returns to town after an 18-year absence whom Douglas thinks is there for one reason: blackmail.
After the tragic loss of his wife and daughter, a New York composer relocates to Seattle in hopes of a fresh start, only to find that his new home harbours a terrible secret. Product Features New 4K scan and restoration presented in HDR10 Audio Commentary with Director Peter Medak and Producer Joel B. Michaels Interview with Peter Medak by filmmaker Adrián GarcÃa Bogliano at Mórbido Fest 2018 Exile on Curzon St. - Peter Medak on his early years in swinging London The House on Cheesman Park - The Haunting True Story of The Changeling Audio commentary with Actors Marilyn Burns, Allen Danziger and Paul A. Partain, and Art Director Robert A. Burns The Music of The Changeling - an interview with Music Arranger Kenneth Wannberg Building the House Of Horror - an interview with Art Director Reuben Freed The Psychotronic Tourist Master of horror Mick Garris on The Changeling Limited Edition Contents Rigid slipcase with new artwork by Christopher Shy 108 page book with new essays by Martyn Conterio, Alexandra Heller-Nicholas, Rich Johnson, Mikel J Koven, Meagan Navarro, Rachel Reeves, Shelagh Rown-Legg and Heather Wixson plus archive interview with Peter Medak Original Soundtrack CD 5 collectors' art cards
Filmed in 1968 and set in British India in 1895, Carry On Up the Khyber is one of the team's most memorable efforts. Sid James plays Sid James as ever, though nominally his role is that of Sir Sidney Ruff-Diamond, the unflappable British Governor who must deal with the snakelike, scheming Khasi of Khalabar, played by Kenneth Williams. A crisis occurs when the mystique of the "devils in skirts" of the 3rd Foot and Mouth regiment is exploded when one of their numbers, the sensitive-to-draughts Charles Hawtrey, is discovered by the natives to be wearing underpants. Revolt is in the offing, with Bernard Bresslaw once again playing a seething native warrior. Roy Castle neatly plays the sort of role normally assigned to Jim Dale, as the ineffectual young officer, Peter Butterworth is a splendid compromised evangelist, while Terry Scott puts his comedic all into the role of the gruff Sergeant. Most enduring, however, is the final dinner party sequence in which the British contingent, with the Burpas at the gates of the compound, plaster falling all about them, demonstrates typical insouciance in the face of imminent peril. The "I'm Backing Britain" Union Jack hoist at the end, however, over-excitedly reveals the streak of reactionary patriotism that lurked beneath the bumbling double entendres of most Carry On films. On the DVD: Sadly, no extra features except scene selection. The picture is 4:3 full screen. --David Stubbs
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