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![Into the Woods [Includes Digital Copy] [Blu-ray] [2014]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/1437/1437171_sa.jpg)
Posted by: Bobby
As a big fan of the stage show, I was skeptical of this adaptation, as director Rob Marshall's other films all blew chunks (seriously, I have despise every other movie on his filmography). But the impressive cast made me quite intrigued. Lo and behold, this movie is darn near perfect. All the actors sing very well, emote properly, and act believably- Chris Pine steals the show as Prince Charming!
If there is any issues, it is that the elapsed time from the first to second acts doesn't translate too well onscreen, and there had to have been a better way to make that transition apparent.
Still, if you don't mind your fairy tales dark and not all that happy, I recommend this quite a bit.
My Best Buy number: 2826268787
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![Road Wars [DVD] [2015]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/4246/4246035_sa.jpg)
Posted by: Bobby
The Asylum has been making low budget films for close to two decades now, and with each passing year, they just keep getting better. Exhibit A for that statement is their recently released "Road Wars"- a post-apocalyptic vampire/zombie hybrid movie.
The creatures aren't called zombies or vampires, just 'walkers', but they have an uncontrollable thirst for human blood, and can only come out at night, but the are very horde minded, and loss any higher brain functions, and this fusion of those two classic movie monsters works surprisingly well. Each element from one monster adds a refreshing take on the other, and vice versa.
Thankfully, the acting and directing are also good, so if you are in the mood for a new spin on post-apocalypse tales, with some cool creature attacks, look no further.
My Best Buy number: 2826268787
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![The Book of Life [2 Discs] [Blu-ray/DVD] [2014]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/1223/1223012_sa.jpg)
Posted by: Bobby
I was quite skeptical about this movie before seeing it, so it was not watched in theaters. Upon hitting home video, and hearing from some friends that it was good, I rented it. Well, I was quite wrong! The basic story is quite standard, but specifics are original, so it feels fresh.
The animation is stupendous, and every frame is a work of art. The voice acting is just as excellent, with all the actors/ actresses bringing their A game, and being not only convincing, but singing beautifully as well.
The "Moulin Rouge" reference in the title is there for a reason- I can't think of another movie that "Book Of Life" resembles more. Both are crazy energetic, over-the-top, love stories incorporating modern songs, with a dash of surrealism/ magic to give it an extra flourish. 100% amazing!
My Best Buy number: 2826268787
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![Dragonheart 3: The Sorcerer's Curse [Blu-ray] [2015]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/1526/1526304_sa.jpg)
Posted by: Bobby
Gareth (Julian Morris) is but a lowly squire, tasked with menial jobs by his high and mighty commander. Despite being a very skilled swordsman, Gareth must still prove he can take orders, which means shaking down tradesmen for protection money. Yes, the knights in this movie act like frat boys trying to be mafiosos, and it is glorious! It is strange to see a movie take that stance, but it feels realistic enough. After refusing to destroy a potter's livelihood, he's tossed out of the Knighthood, and is left nowhere to stay. The potter takes him in, and than something resembling a comet crashes to Earth. Gareth goes to investigate, and discovers Drago (voiced by Ben Kingsley), who is tasked with protecting nine dragon eggs. Gareth, Drago, and new found friends Rhonu (Tazmin Merchant) and Lorne (Jassa Ahluwalia), they try to protect the dragons not only from the corrupt knights, but also an evil sorcerer.
That's a lot of set-up I realize, but I feel it is important that the scope of the movie be properly understood before the review continues. This film paints with an epic brush, and succeeds for the most part. It is notable that the first sequel "Dragonheart: A New Beginning" was (reportedly) the first ever direct-to-dvd sequel ever released (please note the use of the term DVD, not just video, but specific to that format), because this latest (a prequel, set at Hadrian's Wall and the surrounding counttryside, some 400-500 years before the first movie), is one of the best I have seen.
All the actors, but especially Tamzin Merchant with her fierce attitude, impressive action chops, and fiery red hair and Sir Kingsley do an amazing job. Sir Ben Kingsley adds an incredible amount of dignity to his role as the cursed dragon, making for a believable and interesting character. Julian Morris plays opposite nothing (the dragon is pure CGI) quite well, and while he comes off a little whiny in the beginning, as the character grows more confident, so does the actor.
Director Colin Teague has a keen eye, and the movie looks sharp and crisp, without looking gritty (thank god!). There's a lot of eye popping colors, especially within a very interesting subplot about Drago and the eggs, I won't ruin here, that make the movie very engaging on a visual front. Also, one of the first big battle sequences at night, and lo and behold, one can actually see everything going on! How crazy is that?
The special effects to make Drago are first rate, especially for a direct-to-video movie, and while it doesn't quite live up to "Dragonheart" standards, that was a massive theatrical release, so looking quite good is good enough.
The only real downside I can think of is lack of an original score- there is one, but it relies so heavily upon the amazing theme from the original film that it got a tad overplayed, in my opinion.
If you are a big fan of this series, or just like exciting fantasy movies, you owe it to yourself to pick up this excellent flick.
My Best Buy number: 2826268787
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