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October 21
Succession Season 2: Beginning where Season 1 dramatically left off, Season 2 follows the Roy family -- a dysfunctional American global-media family -- as they struggle to retain control of their empire, and while the future looks increasingly uncertain, it is the past that threatens to ultimately destroy them. (Digital only)
October 22
Blinded by the Light: In England in 1987, a teenager from a Pakistani family learns to live his life, understand his family and find his own voice through the music of American rock star Bruce Springsteen. (DVD, Blu-ray release: November 19)
The Kitchen: The wives of New York gangsters in Hell's Kitchen in the 1970s continue to operate their husbands' rackets after they're locked up in prison. (DVD, Blu-ray release: November 5)
Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark : It’s 1968 in America. Change is blowing in the wind ... but seemingly far removed from the unrest in the cities is the small town of Mill Valley, where for generations the shadow of the Bellows family has loomed large. It is in their mansion on the edge of town that Sarah, a young girl with horrible secrets, turned her tortured life into a series of scary stories, written in a book that has transcended time. For a group of teenagers who discover Sarah’s terrifying home, the stories become all too real. (DVD, Blu-ray, VOD release: November 5)
Sweetheart: A young woman, washed ashore on a small tropical island after her boat sinks, must spend her time not only surviving the elements, but must also fend off the malevolent force that comes out each night. (Digital, VOD only)
Tone-Deaf: After being dumped by both her boss and her boyfriend, Olive (Amanda Crew) flees the city for the weekend and rents an ornate country house from an old-fashioned widower named Harvey (Robert Patrick)... and gets a weekend of sheer terror when she awakens his darkest urges and is plunged into a blood-soaked fight for her life (DVD, Blu-ray release: Day & date)
October 25
The Gallows Act II: After a teenage vlogger/aspiring actress logs onto a sinister website, she’s soon trapped in the malevolent world of a cursed stage play, "The Gallows." After performing a passage from the play for her tiny online fan base, she instantly achieves the stardom she seeks -- as well as a twisted challenge from a deadly spirit (The Hangman). (Digital, VOD only)
Crimson Peak
(2015) From the imagination of Oscar-winning director Guillermo del Toro comes this lavish, stunningly realized journey into the dark heart of Gothic romance. Beginning in Buffalo, New York, during the 1880s, "Crimson Peak" stars Mia Wasikowska as Edith Cushing, an aspiring writer who is haunted by the death of her mother. Edith falls in love with seductive stranger Thomas Sharpe (Tom Hiddleston), who whisks her off to Allerdale Hall, his baronial, yet dilapidated English mansion built upon a mountain of blood-red clay. Here Edith meets Lucille (Jessica Chastain), Thomas's sister who at times seems hostile and jealous. As Edith struggles
David Crosby: Remember My Name
(2019) A revealing and deeply personal documentary exploring the life and creative renaissance of music icon David Crosby. A cultural force for over 50 years, Crosby faced an uncertain future after the 2015 dissolution of Crosby, Stills and Nash. Racked with health issues and personal obstacles, Crosby forged a new path at the age of 76. Seeking out younger musicians and recording a pair of critically-praised new albums, Crosby now sets out to make a mark in a world now so different from the generation he came to define in the 60s. With unflinching honesty, self-examination, regret, fear, exuberance and an unshakable belief in family and the transformative nature of music, Crosby shares his often-challenging journey with humor and bite. Formats: DVD, Blu-ray, VOD, Digital. Extras: "In Conversation": Producer Cameron Crowe joins Crosby on stage at the Asbury Park Music + Film Festival to discuss the film and answer questions on his storied career from eager fans; extended and alternative scenes; extended interviews. (Sony).
Killer of Dolls
(1974 -- Spain) David Rocha, Helga Liné , Inma de Santis, Elisenda Ribas Marina Ferri, Lupe Rocha, Salvador Buchila, Alejandra Del Rio. In this bizarre and totally unique piece of Spanish horror, David Rocha plays Paul, a young man thrown out of medical school due to his inability to deal with the sight of blood. He goes home to Montpellier in France where his father is a gardener on a huge estate. But the fear of blood is not Paul’s only quirk: He was raised as a girl after his sister died and likes to play with dolls, performing strange operations on them, attempting to extract their hearts. Meanwhile, in the park surrounding the estate, a number of young girls have been found murdered. The killer seems to be a mysterious individual wearing a black wig, a white doll mask and speaking with a woman’s voice. As the killings multiply around him, Paul sinks ever deeper into a world of hallucination and nightmare. Brand new 4k transfer from the film negative.
Formats: Blu-ray. Extras: Exclusive interview with actor David Rocha, audio commentary, Mondo Macabro previews. (Mondo Macabro).
The Lion King
(2019) Dir.: Jon Favreau; voices of Donald Glover, Beyoncé, Chiwetel Ejiofor, John Oliver, James Earl Jones, John Kani, Alfre Woodard, JD McCrary, Shahadi Wright Joseph, Penny Johnson
NOS4A2: Season 1
(2019) Single disc with all 10 episodes of the AMC series. Vic McQueen (Ashleigh Cummings) is a gifted young woman who discovers she has a supernatural ability to find lost things. Charlie Manx (Zachary Quinto) is a supernatural villain who feeds off the souls of children and then deposits what remains of them into Christmasland -- a twisted place of Manx’s imagination where every day is Christmas Day and unhappiness is against the law. Vic strives to defeat Manx and rescue his victims — without losing her mind or falling victim to him herself. Formats: DVD, Blu-ray. (RLJ Entertainment).
The Return of Martin Guerre
(1982) Gérard Depardieu, Nathalie Baye, Tchéky Karyo. In the 16th century, Martin Guerre (Depardieu), who went off to war seven years earlier, unexpectedly returns home to his village and family. But something strange has happened to him in the intervening years: He seems to demonstrate more wisdom, strength of character and tenderness than both the locals and his wife, Bertrande (Baye), remember him as having. Accusations of identity theft arise, landing the man Bertrande loves in court -- and leaving the audience guessing, along with the characters, if this is the actual Martin. The real-life case resonated throughout French history and had already been turned into a book, play and opera before producer-director Daniel Vigne enlisted the services of the great screenwriter Jean-Claude Carrière ("The Discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie," "The Unbearable Lightness of Being") for this adaptation. With visuals drawn from Bruegel's paintings, this richly textured drama won three César Awards. In a 4K restoration director's cut. Formats: DVD, Blu-ray, Digital. Extras: Discussion with actress Nathalie Baye, original trailer, restoration trailer. (Cohen Film Collection).
Satanic Panic
(2019) Hayley Griffith, Ruby Modine, Rebecca Romijn, Arden Myrin, Jerry O’Connell. A pizza delivery girl at the end of her financial rope has to fight for her life - and her tips - when her last order of the night turns out to be high society Satanists in need of a virgin sacrifice. Formats: DVD, Blu-ray. Extras: "The Making of Satanic Panic,” "Sam & Judi," "Girl Power." (RLJE Films).
Tone-Deaf
(2019) Amanda Crew, Robert Patrick. After being dumped by both her boss and her boyfriend, Olive (Crew) flees the city for the weekend and rents an ornate country house from an old-fashioned widower named Harvey (Patrick). She's hoping for a few days of peace. What she gets is a weekend of sheer terror: Olive awakens Harvey's darkest urges and is plunged into a blood-soaked fight for her life. Formats: DVD, Blu-ray, VOD, Digital. Extras: "The Struggle Is Real: Making Tone-Deaf" featurette. (Lionsgate).
Veronica Mars (2019): The Complete First Season
(2019) Two-disc set with all eight episodes. Television’s favorite super-sleuth is back, and on a mission to save Neptune -- with more secrets, snooping, and seduction. Spring breakers are getting murdered in Neptune, thereby decimating the seaside town's lifeblood tourist industry. After Mars Investigations is hired by the parents of one of the victims to find their son's killer, Veronica (Kristen Bell) is drawn into a mystery that pits the enclave's wealthy elites, who would rather put an end to the month-long bacchanalia, against a working class that relies on the cash influx that comes with being the West Coast's answer to Daytona Beach.
Formats: DVD, Blu-ray, Digital. Extras: "Veronica Mars at Comic Con 2019." (Warner).
Wonder Woman: Bloodlines
(2019) Latest entry in the popular series of DC Universe Movies. Amazon princess Diana of Themyscira chooses to save fighter pilot Steve Trevor and return him to his home in America -- setting in motion one of Wonder Woman’s most captivating chapters. Fulfilling the role of both ambassador as well as protector, Diana soon earns the name Wonder Woman from the gracious people of Earth. Equally strong in body, heart and will, she makes it her mission to help a troubled young girl enlisted by a deadly organization known as Villainy, Inc., whose criminal members have their sights set on invading Themyscira, Diana’s paradise home.
Formats: DVD, Blu-ray/DVD Combo, 4K Ultra HD/Blu-ray Combo, VOD, Digital. Extras: "DC Showcase: Death" (animated short), "The Cheetah: Ferocious Archenemy" featurette, sneak Peek at the next DC Universe Movie" "Superman: Red Son." (Warner).
The Lion King
Pioneering filmmaking techniques bring treasured characters to life in a whole new way. Simba idolizes his father, King Mufasa, and takes to heart his own royal destiny. But not everyone in the kingdom celebrates the new cub’s arrival. Scar, Mufasa’s brother — and former heir to the throne — has plans of his own. The battle for Pride Rock is ravaged with betrayal, tragedy and drama, ultimately resulting in Simba’s exile. With help from a curious pair of newfound friends, Simba will have to figure out how to grow up and take back what is rightfully his.
Vitals: Director: Jon Favreau. Stars: Voices of Donald Glover, Beyoncé, Chiwetel Ejiofor, John Oliver, James Earl Jones, John Kani, Alfre Woodard, JD McCrary, Shahadi Wright Joseph, Penny Johnson Jerald , Keegan-Michael Key, Eric André, Florence Kasumba, Billy Eichner, Amy Sedaris.
2019, CC, MPAA rating: PG, 118 min., Family, Box office gross: $537.592 million, Disney.
Extras: "The Journey to The Lion King: The Music, The Magic, The Timeless Tale"; "More to Be Scene" recording studio and layer-by-layer progressions of some of most iconic moments; music videos: “Never Too Late” (lyric video) by Elton John and “Spirit” performed by Beyoncé Knowles-Carter; filmmaker introduction; audio Commentary by director Jon Favreau; song selection: “Circle of Life,” “I Just Can’t Wait to be King,” “Be Prepared,” “Hakuna Matata,” “The Lion Sleeps Tonight,” “Spirit” and “Never Too Late”; "Protect the Pride: Favreau, the Lion Recovery Fund and conservationists highlight efforts to protect the majestic lions and their home. 
Bakugan: Battle Planet - Origin of Species
(2019) Two-disc set with 13 episodes. Twelve years after The Great Collision, Dan Kuso and his friends (aka The Awesome Ones) begin to unravel the mystery of the Bakugan. With each new Bakugan they discover, The Awesome Ones become even greater heroes as they defend their neighborhood, protect each other, and battle dark forces.
Formats: DVD. (Cartoon Network).
to feel at home in the imposing residence, she gradually uncovers a horrendous family secret and encounters supernatural forces that will help her discover the terrible truth behind Crimson Peak. Formats: Blu-ray. Extras: Audio commentary by co-writer and director Guillermo del Toro; "The House is Alive: Constructing Crimson Peak," a feature-length documentary with cast and crew interviews and extensive behind the scenes footage; Spanish language interview with del Toro; "The Gothic Corridor, The Scullery, The Red Clay Mines, The Limbo Fog Set": four featurettes exploring different aspects of Allerdale Hall; "A Primer on Gothic Romance," in which the director and stars talk about the key traits of Gothic romance; "The Light and Dark of Crimson Peak" in which the cast and crew talk about the film’s use of color; "Hand Tailored Gothic," a featurette on the film’s striking costumes; "A Living Thing" look at the design, modeling and construction of the Allerdale Hall sets; "Beware of Crimson Peak" walking tour around Allerdale Hall with Tom Hiddleston; "Crimson Phantoms" featurette on the film’s amazing ghosts; "Kim Newman on Crimson Peak and the Tradition of Gothic Romance," an interview with the author and critic "Violence and Beauty in Guillermo del Toro’s Gothic Fairy Tale Films," a video essay by the writer Kat Ellinger; deleted scenes; image gallery; original trailers and TV spots. (Arrow Video/MVD Entertainment).
The Dead Center
(2018) When a very dead suicide victim (Jeremy Childs) disappears from the morgue, it sets in motion a chain of events that has the power to immolate everything, and everyone, it touches. Troubled psychiatrist Daniel Forrester (Shane Carruth) is drawn to help a mysterious patient who is brought to the emergency psych ward in a catatonic state with no memory of how he reached the hospital. As if to exorcise his own demons, the doctor feverishly tries to break through to his mysterious patient. But as a spate of mysterious deaths shake the ward to its core, Forrester comes to suspect that there is more to his new ward than meets the eye. As he comes to realize what he's unleashed, a desperate race against the forces of evil threatens to swallow him whole. The Dead Center is a smart supernatural thriller that explores the demons that live inside all of us from writer-director Billy Senese, recently hailed as a "masterful new voice in terror." Formats: DVD, Blu-ray. Extras: Commentary with writer-director Billy Senese, producer-actor Shane Carruth and co-star Jeremy Childs; commentary with writer-director Billy Senese, producers Denis Deck and Jonathan Rogers, and cinematographer Andy Duensing; "A Walk Through The Dead Center," a making-of documentary featuring new interviews with writer-director Billy Senese, producer-actor Shane Carruth, cinematographer Andy Duensing, and many others revisiting the locations and discussing the production; deleted scenes, including an alternate ending; on-set interviews with actors Shane Carruth and Poorna Jagannathan; "Head-Casting with Jeremy Childs," a brief look at the creation of the make-up effects seen in the climax of the film; "Intruder," a short film from 2011 directed by Billy Senese and starring Jeremy Childs; "The Suicide Tapes," the original short film from 2010 directed by Senese and starring Childs that later inspired "The Dead Center"; Midnight Radio Theater, six chilling radio plays written, produced and directed by Billy Senese; theatrical trailer and teasers; image gallery; reversible sleeve featuring new and original artwork; FIRST PRESSING ONLY: Illustrated collectors' booklet featuring new writing on the film by Jamie Graham. (Arrow Video/MVD Entertainment).
Legend of the Demon Cat
(2017 -- China) Xuan Huang, Shôta Sometani, Yuqi Zhang, Hao Qin. In the visually lush Xianxia fantasy, a cat possesses a General’s wife, leaving a series of clues that a Poet and Monk follow in order the solve the mysterious death of a famous Concubine. Havoc descends upon the Imperial Court of the Tang Dynasty when the General’s wife is possessed by an ancient demon. Through a series of unexpected twists and turns, the unlikely duo of an eccentric poet and dutiful monk, unravel the dark and ancient mystery behind a centuries-old death of a beautiful courtesan in hopes it holds the key to saving the general’s wife. Formats: Blu-ray, Digital. (Well Go USA).
Jerald , Keegan-Michael Key, Eric André, Florence Kasumba, Billy Eichner, Amy Sedaris.
After the murder of his father, a young lion prince flees his kingdom only to learn the true meaning of responsibility and bravery. Formats: DVD, Blu-ray/DVD Combo, 4K Ultra HD/Blu-ray Combo, VOD, Digital. Extras: "The Journey to The Lion King: The Music, The Magic, The Timeless Tale"; "More to Be Scene" recording studio and layer-by-layer progressions of some of most iconic moments; music videos: “Never Too Late” (lyric video) by Elton Johnand “Spirit” performed by Beyoncé Knowles-Carter; filmmaker introduction; audio Commentary by director Jon Favreau; song selection: “Circle of Life,” “I Just Can’t Wait to be King,” “Be Prepared,” “Hakuna Matata,” “The Lion Sleeps Tonight,” “Spirit” and “Never Too Late”; "Protect the Pride: Favreau, the Lion Recovery Fund and conservationists highlight efforts to protect the majestic lions and their home. (Disney).
When We Were Kings
(1996) In 1974, Leon Gast ("Our Latin Thing") traveled to Africa to film Zaire 74, a music festival planned to accompany an unprecedented sports spectacle: the Rumble in the Jungle, in which late-career underdog Muhammad Ali would contend with the younger powerhouse George Foreman for the boxing heavyweight championship title -- "a fight between two blacks in a black nation, organized by blacks," as a Kinshasa billboard put it. When the main event was delayed, extending Ali's stay in Africa, Gast wound up amassing a treasure trove of footage, capturing the wildly charismatic athlete training for one of the toughest bouts of his career while basking in his role as black America's proud ambassador to postcolonial Africa. Two decades in the making, "When We Were Kings" features interviews with Norman Mailer and George Plimpton that illustrate the sensational impact of the fight, rounding out an Academy Award-winning portrait of Ali that captures his charm, grace, and defiance. Formats: DVD, Blu-ray Disc with new, restored 4K digital transfer, with 5.1 surround DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack on the Blu-ray. Extras: "Soul Power," a 2009 documentary about the Zaire 74 music festival directed by Jeffrey Kusama-Hinte; new interviews with producers Taylor Hackford and David Sonenberg; interview from 1997 with director Leon Gast; trailer; an essay by critic Kelefa Sanneh. (The Criterion Collection).
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