EXCLUSIVE FIRST LOOK PICS: WWE: CM Punk - Best In The World DVD

Hey all. Just got in the hotly anticipated DVD of WWE: CM Punk - Best In The World being released by WWE Home Video on October 9,2012. Here now are Exclusive first look pics at the package contents. Will have my review up by Monday afternoon.

WORLD EXCLUSIVE WWE: You Think You Know Me? The Story of Edge - DVD Review

***MOVIE REVIEW***

WWE keeps their record of superb career biographies with this set. Adam Copeland (Edge) is such charismatic and down to earth talker. Yes he talks about going to Wrestlemania VI in Toronto and seeing his idol Hulk Hogan. We learn the history of how his friendship with Jay Reso (Christian) formed over Christian being the new kid with a throwing ninja star. We see some great home video footage of his learning and traveling the road under the tutelage of Sweet Daddy Siki due to his winning essay. The Brood is discussed and how once he spoke that was it, they new they had a star.

Then we move into the TLC era of classic matches between Edge & Christian, The Dudley Boys, and The Hardy Boyz. From there we move to when Edge & Christian were the coolest and funniest team on Raw or Smackdown. This section reeks of awesomeness. Then the splitting of the team occurs and we movie into his single careers and candid remarks on how some didn't think he was ready, including comments from Edge himself. Of course tragedy struck when his neck problems arose and he had to be out for close to a year. This only motivated him more and when he returned and was booed in hos hometown that is when he flipped the switch and became one of the best heels of the last decade.

My favorite part of this 110 minute biography is when we here a lot of the backstage details of the budding romance between Edge and Lita. I was shocked when we are treated to newly shot comments from Matt Hardy on the situation that happened in the summer of 05 and became the hottest program for about a month. His Money in the Bank cash in is discussed in great detail and John Cena states that him and Vince McMahon were the only ones fully confident in the decision of putting the belt on Edge. Of course he lost it back to Cena 3 weeks later and Edge says he was pissed because the fans were really taking to him as a new champion bit WWE decided to stick to the plan which he jokingly remarks they hardly ever do.

His strong programs with Cena, Batista and Undertaker are discussed in good detail and then some fun insight on his work with Vickie Guererro. One of the unexpected moments is how he calls Zakk Ryder and Curt Hawkins his "kids" and they call him "Uncle Adam". You all know what happens after WrestleMania last year but it was great to hear hos reflections on it now. In between his career retrospective we see Adam Copeland the man just enjoying his life now in the mountains. He tries to get out in nature 2-3 times a week with his dogs, goes kayaking and hiking. He looks to be at peace and loving his new lifestyle since his forced retirement. This is just a wholly entertaining watch and includes newly shot interview footage from Edges' Mother, Lita, Matt Hardy, his close friends, Christian, Sweet Daddy Siki, CM Punk, Chris Jericho, Stone Cold Steve Austin, Vickie Geurerro, John Cena, Curt Hawkins, Zakk Ryder, Michael Hayes, Batista, Randy Orton, Mick Foley, and Trish Stratus. Well worth adding to your wrestling library. 10/10

***VIDEO QUALITY***

The Story of Edge arrives on DVD with a 480p transfer in an aspect ratio of 1.78:1. Another high quality down convert from the HD source. There were no major signs of compression at all. Colors saturation was good with the bright coats and outfits Edge&Christian would wear as a tag team. Fine detail was great with close ups in newly shot interview footage all the little details of the participants faces.

Black levels were consistently well balanced. Any footage shot before 2008 is standard def in the original aspect ratio of 1.33:1 with an Edge pendant design in the sidebars to fill the image on 16x9 HDTV sets. This was an enjoyable and strong presentation overall. 8.5/10

***AUDIO QUALITY***

Audio is provided by a Dolby Digital 5.1 track. Dialogue was crisp and clean as was any commentary heard on the matches of Disc 2&3. Crowd din bleeds subtly to the surrounds from time to time. Edges awesome entrance music came through great and had some added heft from the woofers. A fine listen. 8/10

***SPECIAL FEATURES***


* The Ninja Star

* P.T.A.

* Working in WCW

* Credgeley

* "Real Emotion"
Raw - 8th August, 2005

World Exclusive Pre-Release Photos - WWE You Think You Know Me? The Story of Edge 3-Disc DVD

Hi everyone. I just got in the DVD of WWE: You Think You Know Me? The Story of Edge due to release April 10, 2012. Here are some WORLD EXCLUSIVE pre-release photos of the 3-Disc DVD Set. Gonna work extra fast to get the review out on this one.

Exclusive Pre-Release Photos - WWE: The Epic Journey of Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson 3-Disc DVD

Hi all. I just got in the DVD of WWE: The Epic Journey of Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson due to release February 21, 2012. Here are some EXCLUSIVE pre-release photos of the 3-Disc Set.

EXCLUSIVE PREVIEW VIDEO WWE: The Best of Raw and Smackdown 2011

Here is a Video preview of the package contents for WWE: The Best of Raw and Smackdown 2011 set to release on Blu-ray and DVD January 31,2012.

Exclusive First Look Photos - WWE: The Best of Raw and Smackdown 2011 4-Disc DVD

I just got in WWE: The Best of Raw and Smackdown 2011 4-Disc DVD set. The set will take a look at the entire year of WWE programming. The set is due to release on DVD and Blu-ray January 31, 2012. I am happy to bring you all Exclusive first look photos at the package contents. If you enjoy these exclusive previews pre-order your DVD or Blu-ray by clicking on the link below.

WWE SummerSlam 2011 - DVD Review

***SYNOPSIS***

The 2011 edition of SummerSlam was one of the most talked about events of the year. CM Punk's battle with John Cena, Albert Del Rio cashing in his Money in the Bank briefcase for a shot at the title, Sheamus taking on Mark Henry, and more. Own this unbelievable night on DVD

*Six-Man Tag Team Match*
Kofi Kingston, Rey Mysterio & John Morrison Vs. The Miz, Alberto Del Rio & R-Truth

Sheamus Vs. Mark Henry

*WWE Divas Championship Match*
Kelly Kelly(Champion) Vs. Beth Phoenix

Wade Barrett Vs. Daniel Bryan

*No Holds Barred Match for the World Heavyweight Championship*
Christian(Champion) Vs. Randy Orton

*WWE Undisputed Championship Match* with HHH as Special Guest Referee
CM Punk(Champion) Vs. John Cena(Paper Champion)

*WWE Championship Match* (Money In The Bank Cash In)
CM Punk(Champion) Vs. Alberto Del Rio



***VIDEO QUALITY***

SummerSlam 2011 arrives on DVD with a 480p transfer in the original aspect ratio of 1.78:1. The PPV was shot in HD and the standard definition downconversion displayed a pleasing image. Black levels were consistent with solid contrast. Colors benefit from good saturation and some bold primaries. Fine detail was also clearly seen in the t-shirt designs and different people in the crowd. There were of course a few minor compression artifacts during ring entrances but nothing obtrusive. A strong performer overall. 8/10


***AUDIO QUALITY***

Audio is provided by a Dolby Digital 5.1 track. The commentary (when there was any actual play-by-play) was crisp and clean throughout the show. Entrance music was a standout with good dynamics and some mid bass notes coming across tight and accurate. Surround channels are there for atmospheric crowd din and some light bleeding of sounds from the ring. 8/10


***SPECIAL FEATURES***

* WWE Home Video Exclusive: Matt Striker interviews New WWE Champion Alberto Del Rio - This is okay for what it is but a shame they don't have more behind-the-scenes content like following the wrestlers like UFC DVD releases would have leading up to the fight.

WWE Randy Orton: The Evolution Of A Predator - DVD Review

***SYNOPSIS***

*DISC ONE*

I Am Randy Orton
The Road to WrestleMania Begins
Preparing for the Chamber
Embarking on a Path of Destiny
Training Days
The Elimination Chamber
Facing the Media
The Next Diamond
Signs of Trouble
Dealing with Injuries
The Legend Killer
The Man of Destiny
Punked Out
Coming Home
A Hard Lesson to Learn
Evening the Odds
The Mecca
The Price and Reward of WrestleMania
Making a Difference
Dark Days
Madison Square Melee
Randy's Redemption
Axxess to the Apex Predator
Legacy
The Day Has Arrived...
I Won't Be Your Hero
The Evolution of Randy Orton

*DISC TWO*

Randy Orton vs. Slick Robbie D
OVW Christmas Chaos - January 31, 2001

Randy Orton vs. Hardcore Holly
SmackDown - April 25, 2002

Randy Orton vs. Shawn Michaels
Unforgiven - September 21, 2003

Intercontinental Championship Match
Randy Orton vs. Rob Van Dam
Armageddon - December 14, 2003

Handicap Tag Team Match
Randy Orton, Ric Flair & Batista vs. The Rock & Mick Foley
WrestleMania 20 - March 14, 2004

Hardcore Match for the Intercontinental Championship
Randy Orton vs. Mick Foley
Backlash - April 18, 2004

Intercontinental Championship Match
Randy Orton vs. Edge
Vengeance - July 11, 2004

Handicap Casket Match
Randy Orton & "Cowboy" Bob Orton vs. The Undertaker
No Mercy - October 9, 2005

*DISC THREE*

Randy Orton vs. Kurt Angle
Vengeance - June 25, 2006

Legend Killer vs. WWE Legend
Randy Orton vs. Hulk Hogan
SummerSlam - August 20, 2006

Texas Bull Rope Match
Randy Orton vs. Dusty Rhodes
The Great American Bash - July 22, 2007

Triple Threat Match for the WWE Championship
Randy Orton vs. Triple H vs. John Cena
WrestleMania 24 - March 30, 2008

"I Quit" Match for the WWE Championship
Randy Orton vs. John Cena
Breaking Point - September 13, 2009

Hell in a Cell Match for the WWE Championship
Randy Orton vs. Sheamus
Hell in a Cell - October 3, 2010

Randy Orton vs. CM Punk
WrestleMania 27 - April 3, 2011

World Heavyweight Championship Match
Randy Orton vs. Christian
SmackDown - May 6, 2011

***MOVIE REVIEW***

The main feature on Disc 1 runs at 1hr and 30min. This was one of my most anticipated releases and I wasn't disappointed. It all starts at Elimination Chamber 2011 where we see Randy being candidly followed into the back stage area and locker room. From there the doc follows this path all the way to WrestleMania XXVII with some great insight and reflection of his career so far.

One of the highlights is seeing the great family man he has matured into when he has a home show in St. Louis. We are given a glimpse into their home life with his adorable little girl and his beautiful wife. Harley Race is seen near catering at the arena and is so sweet with Randy's daughter. John Cena jokes that he got his food all ready for him. Randy and his Wife speak openly about his drug addiction and how it almost claimed his life and it by the end of this feature you will be proud of the man he has become by focusing on his family and how he now channels his rage into his "Viper" character instead of lashing out at people who care about him.

HHH, John Cena, Batista, Edge, Cowboy Bob Orton, The Miz, and several more superstars are both praising but bluntly truthful , the best Cena calling the old Orton "a Dick and and an asshole". HHH speaks on them bringing him into Evolution and seeing a once in lifetime talent. He also reflects on Randys cockiness and addictions. It first of all was great there was no Matt Striker or Michael Cole anywhere to be seen, and to here people be so candid for once instead of just glowing praise was refreshing. I won't speak anymore on this well made documentary and let you see for yourself, you will not regret purchasing this set. 9/10

***VIDEO QUALITY***
Evolution Of A Predator arrives on DVD with a 480p transfer in an aspect ratio of 1.78:1. The main feature is a superbly edited feature and there were no major signs of compression or edge enhancement.Interspersed between the main feature on Disc 1 are new interviews and they are pretty much perfect with deep blacks, rich color saturation, and superb facial details. The matches are presented in their original aspect ratios of 1.33:1 and more current ones in 1.78:1. There is a static image on the sides for the early matches to fill out the image on your HDTV. The content overall is crisp and clean with great color balance and strong black levels. This is a solid presentation that I'm sure will look even better on Blu-ray. 8/10

***AUDIO QUALITY***
Audio is provided by a Dolby Digital 5.1 track. While this is a 5.1 track it is for the most part very front heavy. The front channels exhibit some decent stereo separation and there was some subtle crowd din in the rear channels. The commentary on the matches was crisp and clean. Narration on the main feature was perfect, as was the newly shot interview footage. 7/10

WWE: Money In The Bank 2011 - DVD Review

***SYNOPSIS***

For years, the Money in the Bank match was a highlight of WrestleMania, with each of the six winners going on to successfully cash in their opportunities and win World Championships. Last year, the popular match headlined its own WWE pay-per-view event, and two spectacular matches led to two more successful title reigns, including the Miz seizing on his momentum at last year's event to become the most must-see WWE Champion in history. So the stakes are incredibly high for the Superstars of Raw and SmackDown look to climb the ladder of success at Money in the Bank 2011. Now, you can own the DVD!

Smackdown Money In The Bank Ladder Match

Daniel Bryan vs. Wade Barrett vs. Sin Cara vs. Sheamus vs. Cody Rhodes vs. Heath Slater vs. Justin Gabriel vs. Kane

WWE Divas Championship Match

Kelly Kelly vs. Brie Bella

Mark Henry vs. The Big Show

Raw Money In The Bank Ladder Match

The Miz vs. Alex Riley vs. Alberto Del Rio vs. Kofi Kingston vs. Rey Mysterio vs. Evan Bourne vs. R-Truth vs. Jack Swagger

World Heavyweight Championship Match (If Orton is disqualified Christian wins title)

Randy Orton vs. Christian

WWE Championship

CM Punk vs. John Cena

***VIDEO QUALITY***

Money In The Bank 2011 arrives on DVD with a 480p transfer in the original aspect ratio of 1.78:1. Black levels are good with solid contrast. Colors were great with nice saturation and no bleeding. Detail was solid but there was softness in the image the first 20 minutes due to Kanes' pyro making the ring and arena presented in a haze. There were some minor compression artifacts during ring entrances but nothing obtrusive. A solid performer, but it is a shame that the best PPV in quite some time doesn't get a Blu-ray release. 8/10

***AUDIO QUALITY***

Audio is provided by a Dolby Digital 5.1 track. Entrance music was the highlight with good dynamics and some solid bass performance. Commentary was crisp and clean throughout the show. Surround channels were used for atmospheric crowd din, which comes across well with the lively Chicago crowd. 7.5/10

EXCLUSIVE PRE-RELEASE VIDEO WWE: Randy Orton Evolution of a Predator 3-Disc DVD

Here is my exclusive video preview of the package contents for the September 6, 2011 release of WWE: Randy Orton Evolution of a Predator 3-Disc DVD set.

WORLD EXCLUSIVE PRE-RELEASE PHOTOS WWE: Randy Orton Evolution of a Predator 3-Disc DVD

Good afternoon everyone. I just got in WWE: Randy Orton Evolution of a Predator 3 -Disc DVD set to release on September 6, 2011. WWE has been random in their choice of listing DVD Disc content or not, but thankfully this time we have full content listing on the left panel of the set. This is some of the nicest packaging in quite awhile, the front cover has a ton of embossing and even the individual snake bones are embossed. Nice work on this set. Review to follow shortly.