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Imavision Nabs ‘Goldorak’ for French Canada


September 25, 2012 by Mercedes Milligan 1 Comment divider image
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Toei Animation Co. Ltd. has awarded French Canadian DVD, TV and digital distribution rights to the studio’s classic series Goldorak (also known as Grendizer) to leading independent DVD distributor Imavision. This latest agreement, announced jointly by Toei GM Kenji Ebato and Imavision prez Pierre Paquet, will see the retro property [...]

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Animated ‘Dark Knight Returns’ Pic Out Today


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After several months of build-up, Warner Bros. new animated feature Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 is finally available on Blu-ray Combo Pack, DVD, On Demand and for Download today (Sept. 25). This new entry in the popular DC Universe Original Movie (PG-13) is produced by Warner Premiere, DC [...]

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New Clip from ‘Batman: The Dark Knight Returns’


September 19, 2012 by Thomas J. McLean No Comments divider image
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It’s not out until next week, but just to whet your appetite, here’s a new clip from Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1. Adapted from the classic Frank Miller graphic novel by writer Bob Goodman and directed by Jay Oliva, the feature tells the story f a retired Bruce [...]

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Oscar-Nominated ‘Chico & Rita’ Arrives on Home Video


September 17, 2012 by Thomas J. McLean No Comments divider image
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It’s a great week for indie toons on home video, with the release of Chico & Rita and Adventures in Plymptoons! leading the way. Nominated for an Oscar, Chico & Rita (New Video Group, $29.95 DVD, $39.95 Blu-ray-DVD and CD soundtrack combo pack) is a stunning animated feature from directors Javier [...]

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‘Snow White’ Gets Extended; Complete ‘Terra Nova’ on DVD


September 10, 2012 by Thomas J. McLean No Comments divider image
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What’s old is new again this week, as hot home video releases re-imagine the classics and take a high-tech trip to prehistoric times. Getting the extended edition treatment is the hit fantasy movie Snow White and the Huntsman (Universal, $29.98 Extended Edition DVD, $34.98 Blu-ray-DVD-Digital Copy Combo Pack). The re-take [...]

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Warner Bros. Serves Up New ‘Dark Knight’ Clip


September 6, 2012 by Ramin Zahed No Comments divider image
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Warner Bros. is riding the popularity of the Batman series with a new animated adaptation of Frank Miller’s Bat-epic The Dark Knight Returns. The new direct-to-DVD release takes place a decade after Bruce Wayne traded in the cape an cowl for a life of retirement and fine liquor. But, when [...]

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New ‘Chucky’ Movie Begins Photography in Winnipeg


September 5, 2012 by Ramin Zahed No Comments divider image
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It looks like Chucky, the homicidal ginger-haired doll of the Child’s Play film series has come out of retirement. Directed and written by original creator Don Mancini, the new direct-to-DVD Universal Home Ent. feature Curse of Chucky began principal photograph in Winnipeg, Canada this week. “Since his introduction to audiences [...]

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New ‘Dark Knight Returns’ Clip Surfaces


August 28, 2012 by Ramin Zahed No Comments divider image
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Warner Bros. Home Ent. has released a new clip from its upcoming animated feature Frank Miller‘s The Dark Knight Returns. The pic is exec produced by Bruce Timm, directed by Jay Oliva and written by Bob Goodman. It features Peter Weller as the voice of Batman, David Selby as Comissioner [...]

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Aardman’s ‘Pirates!’ Sets Sail on DVD/Blu-ray Today


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Aardman fans, rejoice! This spring’s stop-motion animated feature The Pirates! Band of Misfits arrives on DVD and Blu-ray 3D today (Tuesday, August 28). Directed by Aardman co-founder Peter Lord (Chicken Run) and co-directed by Jeff Newitt, this critically acclaimed action-packed comedy adventure follows the luxuriantly bearded Pirate Captain, voiced by Hugh [...]

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9 Story, NCircle Partner on ‘Wibbly Pig’


August 23, 2012 by Mercedes Milligan No Comments divider image
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9 Story Entertainment has announced a new partnership with NCircle Entertainment for home entertainment sales of its hit animated preschool show Wibbly Pig in the U.S. “NCircle is known for its portfolio of high quality programming with enduring brands and we are delighted to be working with them to launch [...]

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