Director Christopher Nolan's clever, and at times puzzling, thriller Memento is presented on DVD, but the real mystery is why more wasn't done with this acclaimed film on a format that practically invites innovation. On the bright side, the image is first-rate, with an anamorphic transfer framed at the original aspect ratio of 2.35:1. There are few signs that this was a lower budget independent film, as the picture is sharp, with little wear, and constantly conveys the theatrical experience. Offering both Dolby Digital 5.1 and two-channel surround tracks, the sound on this release is also well defined. Though there is a very limited use of the rear speakers, all other sounds are clearly reproduced up front. Fans of this intelligent film highly anticipated a special edition, but their hopes were quickly squashed by the reality that supplemental materials are unfortunately rather thin. The main extra is a 23-minute IFC interview with director Christopher Nolan covering this film, his previous movie Following, and his influences. The remaining features are brief and less interesting, including a comparison of the tattoos with original concept art, a section that allows viewing of elements from the movie's website, theatrical trailers for this film and the aforementioned Following, a television spot, and some brief cast and director biographies. Finally -- and curiously not mentioned on the box -- the full original story from Jonathan Nolan that inspired the movie is included. This is unquestionably a film that begs for an audio commentary, or at least an in-depth documentary. Sadly, they are not included, though with the way things work, expect a special edition sometime down the line.

Billed as a "teenage terror drive-in double feature," this disc from Something Weird Video will not disappoint fans of "wild youth" films. The Violent Years has the distinct honor of having been scripted by none other than the infamous Ed Wood Jr. (Plan Nine From Outer Space, Glen or Glenda). Both films are presented full frame (aspect ratio of 1.33:1) with prints that are a bit dark but lack major flaws. The soundtracks are Dolby Digital Mono. The disc is loaded with thematic extras. The trailers section features clips for The Violent Years, The Choppers, Jacktown, Slightly Damaged, and Strange Compulsion. There is also a hidden feature on this menu page: a 35-second alternate take from The Violent Years. The "Delinquent Goodies" section includes two short films. The short Goof Balls and Tea is a classic scare film credited as "A Police Science Production" and has a running time of 34 minutes. The other short has a similar somber tone and is entitled What About Juvenile Delinquency?, running 11 minutes. Both prints are in rough shape but still worth watching. Also included in this section is a 13-minute "Gallery of Drive-In Exploitation Art with Drive-In Intermission Announcements " and "Behind the Scenes Stills and Art" from The Violent Years, which features radio spots for Slightly Damaged and runs approximately ten minutes. There are also three separate "Intermission" films (snack bars clips, local business ads, etc.), each running around ten minutes, and a hidden trailer" for Teenage Mother. The final great feature for this wonderful disc is the optional "Let's Go to the Drive-In" which allows for uninterrupted playback of all of the disc's features.

Before comedian Louie C.K. hit the big time with his hit FX series Louie, he was pushing the boundaries of the traditional three-camera sitcom with this HBO series that was taped before a live audience. Now you can own every episode of Lucky Louie in this release also featuring the unaired episode "Clowntime is Over."