Enhanced with High Definition, Lady and the Tramp has been released on Blu-ray for the first time.  The format gives the animated film more color and sharpness missing when it was released in the original VHS Video format. The diamond edition includes the Blu-ray and DVD discs and several bonus features.   The story of Lady and the Tramp has been around since it’s release in the 1050’s and the tale has never lost its luster. It’s Christmas time and Jim Dear gives his wife a gift of a puppy that she names Lady.  We watch her ...

For the first time being away from his comfort zone of playing Harry Potter, Daniel Radcliffe takes on a Victorian horror flick called The Woman in Black.  Although Radcliffe has shown a strong growth on his way to being an adult film star, he chose this film that has to prove he has made it.  Good choice or bad, he’s now matured and ready for something even bigger. Although I was not pleased with the story due to it’s weak ending, lack of true horror and some plot points that did not work, most of Radcliffe’s followers will be waiting ...

“It’s all abuzz” and for good reason, Chronicle the movie takes aim for a box-office bundle with a “super-powered” film that’s directed at one of the largest movie going audiences, pre-teen to 25.  The highly imaginative, intensely thrilling teen film pushes all the right buttons providing a feeding for the frenzied populace that loves their movies on the edge and full of fantasy.  If you fit into this mold, then Chronicle should be at the top of your list, for you it’s a winner. Andrew Detmer (Dane Dehaan) just purchased a camera ...

Set in France, The Conquest could have easily been translated to a spoof on the government of the United States.  Good acting by Denis Podalydes keeps the story realistic and direction by Xavier Durringer shows he has his finger on the political pulse. If you like a witty take on ‘getting to the top of the food chain,’ then go see The Conquest. Always bucking his boss President Jacques Chirac (Bernard Le Coq), Nicolas Sarkozy (Denis Podalydes) has his own way of getting elected, telling what the country wants to hear.  But, Chirac wants to ...

  Recently ACED sat down and had a quick chat with Daniel Radcliffe, the 22 year old star of the upcoming Hammer horror film The Woman In Black (due out this Friday February 3rd). He had a lot to say about the legacy of Hammer films and what makes this particular one unique to that legacy. He even let us in on which moments in the film genuinely scared the crap out of him. Read on to find out …

      Are you looking for the latest social network to join? One that’s a little less for stalking other people and a lot more for, well, yourself? Pinterest might just be it! I do have to admit, I am hesitant to sign up for anything that demands to be linked to my Facbeook or Twitter accounts.  However, I got over my fear (of what I was afraid I’m not exactly sure), linked Pinterest with my Twitter account, and signed in. There isn’t much thinking involved, as Pinterest immediately sets up followers based on what categories ...

Predictable and boring   How many times have we seen this tired old formula? A romantic couple seeks refuge in a pristine wilderness when a bunch if inbred mutants stalks them and ruthlessly tortures them—all after leading us through a wild goose chase of hope that they might escape. But save your rental fee on this one. (spoiler alert). The man dies after being stabbed, tortured burned, and the woman is eventually murdered by the inbred mutants’ family. End of hopelessly predictable, boring story. Clearly, James Watkins, the writer needs ...

A very good script, fine direction and top-notch actors make Texas Killing Fields, now on Blu-ray/DVD, a suspenseful thriller.  The film, based on a true happening, winds its way through crime scenes, suspects and chases leading up to a final exciting confrontation.  If you like movies that are intriguing with a lot of action, then check out this title now available. The film centers on Detective Souder (Sam Worthington) who heads up the homicide division in Texas City a small Texas town.  He has just acquired a new partner, Detective Heigh ...

Post in Entertainment, Review on January 30th, 2012

Although a little lingering at times, The Double, now on Blu-ray/DVD still entertains.  The CIA spy thriller plays a game of cat and mouse that’s sure to please those that like good brain stimulation. Well acted by Richard Gere and Topher Grace it’s also a sweet treat for the ladies. The movie surrounds the murder of a US Senator and an indication that a Soviet assassin code-named Cassius has surfaced.  Thought eliminated years ago, this murder however, has all the trademarks of the cunning killer.  Chief CIA investigator (Martin Sheen) ...

Demi looking more than slim at the Margin Call opening. Seems that Demi Moore likes more than just her men young! The 49-year-old actress was hospitalized Monday after inhaling nitrous oxide. Nitrous oxide, found in many household products such as hair spray and whipped-cream cans (hence the street name for the drug, whippets), is often associated with a (much) younger generation.  Since the drug is cheap and easily accessible, it is popular among middle and high-school age users.  Intoxication lasts a few minutes at most, and is known ...