When people think of Halloween movies, horror flicks immediately come to mind. However, Halloween is a children’s holiday and, while “Saw” and “Paranormal Activity” provide lots of scares to the big kids, there are also options for the younger ones. Halloween offers kids a time to dress up and go trick or treating
If you like action, mystery, and adventure, Cars 2 is for you. This time Lightning McQueen (Owen Wilson) and his best friend Mater (Larry the Cable Guy), step out of Radiator Springs into an exciting but hilarious international adventure that doesn’t leave anything out. Lightning McQueen is challenged to race in the first-time World Grand Prix, which takes place in the streets of Japan, Italy and London. While McQueen is trying to prove his racing skills to the globe, Mater finds himself thrown into the world of international espionage. Explosions and action packed chase scenes ignites the audience in an exciting ride of action and fun. Their skill, intellect and friendship are put to the test in a wild ride that would even give James Bond a run for his money.
Talking about eye-popping 3D, the current release of Gnomeo & Juliet provides a heaping helping of the special entertainment on Blu-ray. The combo pack provides four ways to watch the film Blu-ray 3D, Blu-ray disc, DVD and a Digital Copy so even if you do not have 3D right now, it’s yours for the future.
The rugged and mysterious Highlands of Scotland serve as the backdrop for “Brave,†a new tale that joins the land’s ancient lore—stories of epic battles and mystical legends passed down for generations. “Brave,†full of heart, memorable characters and Pixar’s signature humor, takes aim at theaters on June 22, 2012, and will be presented in Disney Digital 3D™ in select theaters.
One of my most loved animated films of 2010 gets its release on 3D Blu-ray, Blu-ray, and DVD. The much-anticipated full-length feature provides a fun time for the whole family. Tangled grossed over $400 million worldwide in theatres making it one of the highest Disney producers.
Just nominated for an Academy Award The Illusionist rounds out the candidates for Best-Animated feature. I like the film for it’s old style flat animation and the storyline. If you saw The Triplets of Belleville, another Oscar nominated feature several years ago, then you will get the same feel with this film. Is it the Best-Animated film for 2010? Not if you like the modern CGI animation laden leaders that feature 3D with all the eye popping special effects.
One of the top animated films for 2010 has hit the screen, and the adventure is fun to watch. Even though skewed a great deal toward an adult audience, Megamind does have all the silliness that children love. If you want a family film that reaches out to a wide audience and has excellent voice acting then you need to see Megamind.
TOY STORY 3 (4-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack + Digital Copy, 2-Disc Blu-ray & Single Disc DVD) (Rated: G). Now Available in stores.
If you are looking for a movie with superior 3D action and adventure then Alpha and Omega is the film for you. Ever wonder the answer to the ultimate question ‘Is the Alpha wolf more superior then the Omega wolf?’ Is it possible for them to be the one and only match? From this opening statement, “Alpha’s and Omega’s do not mixâ€, to the endearing ending this roller coaster of fun provides the answer to that question in this action adventure that’s presented in super 3D.