Supernatural: The Complete Tenth Season Blu-ray Review

**SYNOPSIS**


After Dean Winchester lost his battle with power-mad angel scribe Metatron last season, he was resurrected by the power of the First Blade and transformed into a demon, cursed with the Mark of Cain. The road to recovering wayward Dean takes brother Sam down sinister paths himself, with consequences that will shake the boys to their core. The Winchesters’ angelic comrade-in-arms Castiel must pick up the pieces in the aftermath of Metatron’s campaign to overtake Heaven. With his divine “grace” failing and rogue angels still loose, Cass faces the ticking clock of his own mortality while all-new and ages-old threats again push our heroes to their human and otherworldly limits. At the same time, the King of Hell, Crowley, must deal with dissension within his own twisted family. Supernatural: The Complete Tenth Season will unleash your inner demon and hold you spellbound.

Airing Wednesdays at 9/8c on The CW, Supernatural stars Jared Padalecki (Friday the 13th, Gilmore Girls) and Jensen Ackles (Smallville, My Bloody Valentine) as Sam and Dean Winchester, in addition to Misha Collins (24, Girl Interrupted) as Castiel and Mark A. Sheppard (In the Name of the Father, White Collar) as Crowley. Created by Eric Kripke (Revolution), the tenth season of the hit series was executive produced by Robert Singer (Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman), Jeremy Carver (Being Human), Phil Sgriccia (Smallville) and Adam Glass (Cold Case). Produced by Wonderland Sound and Vision in association with Warner Bros. Television, Supernatural returns for its eleventh season this fall on The CW.





**SEASON REVIEW**


The tenth season of Supernatural starts with Sam and Dean on different paths. Dean is cursed by the Mark of Cain and he is becoming a different man because of it. This causes a divide between Sam and Dean for most of the season, thankfully they come together down the road and at the end of the season are faced wit perhaps the greatest threat yet. The 23 episodes are a mixture of really good and some so-so episodes. The cast though is engaging as ever though which helps it appeal and makes watching this collection easy. The 200th episode is a touching episode and it includes some great in jokes and callbacks for fans of the series. 8/10


**VIDEO QUALITY**


Supernatural: The Complete Tenth Season arrives on Blu-ray with a 1080p transfer in the aspect ratio of 1.78:1 - Working in a dark color palette with moody tones, flashes of bright and brilliant primaries do get worked in depending on the setting or episode tone. Black levels were rich and inky, shadow delineation in the various night scenes and dark houses and locations was excellent. The image was razor sharp with a good amount of fine detail in textures, weapons, and close ups. No signs of artifacts or edge enhancement. 9/10


**AUDIO QUALITY**


Audio is provided by a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 track. - Dialogue reproduction was crisp and clear during the 23 episodes. LFE performance gets a nice workout when guns are fired or punches are thrown, a good amount of bass adds to the score. Surround activity included smooth pans and nice use of environmental effects, when spells are cast they envelop the listener. No anomalies to speak of. 9/10


**SPECIAL FEATURES**


* 3 Audio Commentaries

* A Very Special Supernatural Special

* Supernatural Theatre: Staging The 200th Episode

* The Winchester Mythology: Battling the Mark and The Blade

* Supernatural Fans

* Supernatural at Comic-Con 2014

* Deleted Scenes

* Gag Reel

Trainwreck Unrated Blu-ray November 10th

Universal Studios Home Entertainment has officially announced they will release hit comedy Trainwreck to Blu-ray Combo Pack and DVD on November 19, 2015. The Blu-ray specs are set to be 1080p video in the 2.40:1 aspect ratio and a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 track for audio. Below are the official details:





**SYNOPSIS**


Since she was a little girl, Amy (Amy Schumer) has been taught that monogamy isn’t realistic. Now a magazine writer, Amy lives by that credo, enjoying an uninhibited life free from stifling, boring romantic commitment. But when she finds herself starting to fall for the subject of a new article she’s writing, a charming and successful sports doctor (Bill Hader), Amy starts to wonder if other grown-ups, including this guy who really seems to like her, might be onto something.

Schumer, called “comedy’s funny& fearless new voice” by Entertainment Weekly, heads up an accomplished cast featuring Bill Hader (“Saturday Night Live,” Inside Out), NBA All-Star LeBron James, Tilda Swinton (The Grand Budapest Hotel, Moonrise Kingdom), Brie Larson (The Gambler, 21 Jump Street), Colin Quinn (“Saturday Night Live,” “Girls”), Vanessa Bayer (“Saturday Night Live,” “Portlandia”) and WWE star John Cena, in a contemporary look at romance that’s “hilarious, heartwarming, and refreshingly honest” (WNYW FOX-TV).


**SPECIAL FEATURES**


* UNRATED Version

* Deleted Scenes

* Gag Reel

* Extended Scenes

* Line-O-Rama

* Behind-The-Scenes

* Directing Athletes: A Blood Sport - The athletes of Trainwreck talk about their experiences under the direction of Judd Apatow

* The Dogwalker - Daniel Radcliffe plays the dogwalker in this film that Amy and Steven go see at the theater

* Trainwreck Comedy Tour Featurette - Take a peek backstage at the Trainwreck Comedy Tour featuring comedy all-stars Amy Schumer, Mike Birbiglia, Colin Quinn, Dave Atell, Vanessa Bayer and Judd Apatow.

DOPE Blu-ray October 13th

Universal Studios Home Entertainment has officially announced they will release DOPE to Blu-ray Combo Pack and DVD on October 13, 2015. The Blu-ray specs are set to be 1080p video in the 2.40:1 aspect ratio and a DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 track for audio. Below are the official details:





**SYNOPSIS**


Malcolm (Shameik Moore) is a straight-A high-school senior into old-school rap who finds himself in the middle of an adventure involving shady drug dealers, offbeat weirdos and a backpack that can make or break his chance of getting into Harvard. Also starring hip-hop talent A$AP Rocky, Blake Anderson (“Workaholics”), Zoë Kravitz (Divergent), Tony Revolori (The Grand Budapest Hotel), rapper Tyga and supermodel Chanel Iman, Dope is “vibrant and entertaining” (Boyd van Hoeij, The Hollywood Reporter).


**SPECIAL FEATURES**


* Dope Is Different – The cast and crew discuss the film’s central characters and themes of being unique and authentic.

* Dope Music - Pharrell Williams, A$AP Rocky, Rick Fumuyiwa and others delve into the essential role old-school rap and punk rock tracks play in the film.

Peanuts: Emmy Honored Collection DVD Review

**SYNOPSIS**


Take a bow, Charlie Brown! Now fans have a front-row seat to a showcase of the most prestigious Peanuts features ever assembled into one collection. Peanuts: Emmy® Honored Collection includes 11 animated television specials on two discs. All of the specials featured in this release were recognized with either an Emmy® Award win or nomination. All specials have been remastered for gorgeous picture and sound quality. It’s a collection full of big laughs, best friends and life lessons that will delight the whole family.

Featured Specials:

You’re the Greatest, Charlie Brown – Hard work and team spirit is what Charlie Brown needs to win the decathlon at the school Junior Olympics event. His competitors are Marcie, defending Decathlon champ Freddie Fabulous and the Masked Marvel (aka, Snoopy). On the first day, Charlie Brown places third. On day two however, he begins to feel the pressure. He’s faced with having to tackle the high hurdles, pole vault, discus/javelin throw, and other events. Will he emerge victorious and win the Olympics for his school?

She’s a Good Skate, Charlie Brown – Peppermint Patty trains for a figure-skating competition with Snoopy as her coach. Her determination is fierce, even after facing several obstacles, including exhaustion from pre-dawn training sessions to Marci’s failure to create a proper skating outfit, to her soundtrack malfunctioning at the start of her performance. Will it be disaster on ice or will Peppermint Patty emerge as a champ?

It’s Magic, Charlie Brown – This special finds Snoopy putting on a show after he checks out a book on magic tricks from the library. With Marcie and Sally as his assistants, he performs many tricks (some that work and some that don’t) before an audience. The grand finale features the biggest trick of all, making Charlie Brown disappear. To everyone’s amazement, Snoopy makes him invisible but doesn’t know how to bring Charlie Brown back. Will Snoopy find a way to reverse the trick?

Someday You’ll Find Her, Charlie Brown – Charlie Brown is in love – again! He enlists Linus’ help to find a pretty girl he spotted in the crowd at a football game. He is crushed when the game ends because he thinks he’ll never see her again.

Is this Goodbye, Charlie Brown? – Linus’ father lands a new job which, means the family must relocate. As Linus and Lucy prepare to depart, the Peanuts gang all bid them farewell. Everyone has to cope with the Van Pelts’ departure – some to a greater degree than others. Their absence is felt by all. Charlie Brown is miserable without his pal Linus and Sally too misses her “sweet babboo.” Schroeder regrets not saying a proper “good-bye” to Lucy. Peppermint Patty attempts to cheer up Charlie Brown. How will the gang cope with their pals having left the neighborhood?

Life is a Circus, Charlie Brown – This special finds Snoopy joining the circus when he falls for one of its performers, a white poodle named Fifi. Snoopy soon becomes a star performer, doing tricks on the unicycle, high wire and trapeze, and he’s renamed “Hugo the Great.” In the meantime, Charlie Brown is left distraught by Snoopy’s decision. What he doesn’t know however, is that for Snoopy, show business isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. Will Snoopy ever return home or will the lure of stardom and his love for Fifi keep him from Charlie Brown?

What Have We Learned, Charlie Brown? – This touching special finds the Peanuts gang in Europe as they visit various war memorials. They learn about the First and Second World Wars, and the sacrifices made by soldiers at various historical battles. In France they learn about the D-Day Invasion of World War II. Charlie Brown and his pals also visit Ypres and find out about the various battles fought during World War I. Linus recites the famous war poem “In Flanders Fields.”

It’s Flashbeagle, Charlie Brown – Originally broadcast in 1984, this special is comprised of several clever parodies inspired by popular early ‘80s dance trends ranging from disco to break dancing as well as a series of top 40 hit songs from the era.

Snoopy’s Getting Married, Charlie Brown – Is Snoopy really planning on tying the knot? In this special, everyone in the Peanuts gang pitches in, in an effort to make preparations for Snoopy’s big wedding day. When Snoopy meets the girl of his dreams, Genevieve, a beautiful Poodle, they begin courting and soon after, he proposes. The excitement builds as the big day draws near but Snoopy gets increasingly nervous about leaving his bachelorhood behind. Will wedding bells ring for Snoopy?

Why, Charlie Brown, Why? – This moving special finds Linus learning how to cope with a very ill classmate, Janice, whom he has grown close to and feels a great deal of affection for. He visits her at the hospital and at school, he defends her from a bully who makes fun of the way she looks. As Janice undergoes treatments to recover her health, Linus questions why she became ill to begin with.

You’re a Good Sport, Charlie Brown - Start your engines! Its Motocross season and competing against the likes of Peppermint Patty and the Masked Marvel – aka a certain daredevil Beagle named Snoopy – can intimidate anyone. But if Charlie Brown – tagged with unlucky number 13 – can keep the pace slow and steady (as well as hold onto his helmet), he might just win the race! It’s fast and furious fun right up through the finish line.





**COLLECTION REVIEW**


I had a blast sitting down to watch these beloved animated specials that still enchant viewers today. Peanuts: Emmy Honored Collection is spread over two discs and I found myself watching all 11 specials in one night. Charlie Brown and the gang are just as endearing and funny as they were so many years ago. I particularly remember watching It's Flashbeagle , Charlie Brown when it originally aired on CBS when I was just 5 years old and it brought back the kid in me to see it for the first time since then. You owe it to yourself and your family to pick up this great collection. 9/10


**VIDEO QUALITY**


Peanuts: Emmy Honored Collection arrives on DVD with a 480p transfer in the aspect ratio of 1.33:1 - The new 4k remasters look brilliant but I hope one day soon they are released on Blu-ray to take full advantage. The image was quite crisp throughout the 11 specials with only a few instances of softness. 8/10


**AUDIO QUALITY**


Voice work was consistently crisp and clear. These tracks are front heavy but didn't have any problems with hissing or pops. 7.5/10

The Gallows Blu-ray October 13th

Warner Bros. Home Entertainment has officially announced they will be releasing The Gallows to Blu-ray Combo Pack and DVD on October 13, 2015. The Blu-ray will feature 1080p video in the 1.85:1 aspect ratio and a Dolby Atmos 7.1 track. Below are the official details:





Don’t say his name when “The Gallows” arrives onto Blu-ray Combo Pack, DVD and Digital HD from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment. From New Line Cinema comes the horror film “The Gallows,” starring Reese Mishler (“Youthful Daze”), Pfeifer Brown (“Molly’s Method”), Ryan Shoos (“As Night Comes”) and Cassidy Gifford (“God’s Not Dead”). The film will be available on Blu-ray Combo Pack and DVD on October 13 and will be available early on Digital HD on September 29.

“The Gallows” was directed by Chris Lofing and Travis Cluff, who also wrote the film’s screenplay. Jason Blum, Guymon Casady, Dean Schnider, Benjamin Forkner, and Lofing and Cluff produced the film alongside executive producers Dave Neustadter, Walter Hamada and Couper Samuelson.

“The Gallows” will be available on Blu-ray Combo Pack for $35.99, and includes the film in high definition on Blu-ray disc, a DVD and a digital version of the movie in Digital HD with UltraViolet. The Blu-ray disc of “The Gallows” will feature a Dolby Atmos® soundtrack remixed specifically for the home theater environment to place and move audio anywhere in the room, including overhead. To experience Dolby Atmos at home, a Dolby Atmos enabled AV receiver and additional speakers are required. Dolby Atmos soundtracks are fully backward compatible with traditional audio configurations and legacy home entertainment equipment that aren’t Dolby Atmos compatible. Fans can also own “The Gallows” via purchase from digital retailers.

Lofing and Cluff’s original feature length cut of the film – the “director’s cut” that initially caught the attention of the film’s producers and led to “The Gallows” worldwide theatrical release – is included on the Blu-ray Combo Pack and Digital HD.


**SYNOPSIS**


Twenty years after an accident caused the death of the lead actor during a high school play, students at the same small town school resurrect the failed stage production in a misguided attempt to honor the anniversary of the tragedy - but ultimately find out that some things are better left alone.


**SPECIAL FEATURES**


* The Gallows: The Original Version
* The Gallows: Surviving the Noose
* Charlie: Every School Has Its Spirit
* Deleted Scenes
* Gag Reel
* Concept, Original Version and Theatrical Trailers

Sesame Street: Play All Day With Elmo DVD Review

**SYNOPSIS**


Spend the afternoon dancing, jumping, and clapping while playing all of Elmo’s favorite games. Preschoolers will join Elmo to play Freeze Dance, Red Light Green Light, Elmo Says, and more. Elmo helps make learning fun with his interactive approach to teaching children his favorite games. Sesame Street: Play All Day With Elmo will have your toddler bouncing up and down with excitement while practicing important executive function skills such as self-control, following directions and paying attention.





**SERIES REVIEW**


Elmo is a great companion to help teach your children some fun games that will educate and engage them all at the same time. Parents should have no problem sitting their young ones down to enjoy this disc, most bigger kids (a.k.a. adults) will be charmed to. 9/10


**VIDEO QUALITY**


Elmo and his bright red fur look great as does rest of the characters with bold primaries. Black levels were okay. Overall clarity was good and details in the puppets fur textures were easily seen. 8/10


**AUDIO QUALITY**


Audio is provided by a Dolby Digital 2.0 track. - Elmo's squeaky and cut little voice was consistently crisp and clear. Stereo separation was good when some music was played for a game or scene. 7.5/10


**SPECIAL FEATURES**


* "Simon Says" - Full length episode.

* "Elmo's Word Games" - Full length episode.