New to DVD & Blu-Ray - Week of 2/5/2012

Genre: Foreign

Writer/director Tom Twyker's ("Run Lola Run") bold indie drama follows a Berlin couple preparing to celebrate their 20th anniversary, eager to mark the occasion by injecting some excitement into their lives. Along comes Adam, a handsome younger man who manages to seduce both partners separately. Is there togetherness looming in the future for the members of this unusual love triangle? Sophie Rois, Sebastian Schipper, and Devid Striesow star. 119 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: German; Subtitles: English. In German with English subtitles.

Genre: Drama

Hoping to demonstrate the fraudulent nature of astrology, Berkeley student Jake Gibson (Cam Gigandet) gets off to an auspicious start after a "five-star" day predicted for him contains multiple personal misfortunes. To bolster his thesis, he tracks down three people born at the same place and time as himself...and then, surprising things begin to happen. Speculative drama co-stars Jena Malone, Mark Boone Junior. 97 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital 5.1; audio commentary; bloopers; deleted scenes; outtakes.

Genre: Drama

Based on the stage play by Carolyn Alexander, this faith-based drama concerns Regina--an independent and successful mother and wife. When her daughter becomes addicted to drugs, Regina must figure out how she can make things right with the help of her own mom. Can the three generations of women somehow overcome their problems? Rolonda Watts, Amentha Dymally, Vanessa Williams star. 105 min. Soundtrack: English.

Genre: Drama

This marvelous William Wellman classic that delves into the early days of the Hollywood star system features Fredric March as an alcoholic screen idol who meets and falls for would-be actress Janet Gaynor. Their romance takes a downward turn as she rises to the top while his career declines. This first filming of the memorable story was also one of the first films to be shot in Technicolor; with Andy Devine, Adolphe Menjou, and Lionel Stander. 111 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English DTS mono; theatrical trailer.

Genre: Comedy

It's been six years since they fled Gitmo, and America's favorite stoner buddies have drifted apart; while Kumar (Kal Penn) still lives for getting baked, Harold (John Cho) has straightened out and is holding down a soul-crushing Wall Street job. When Kumar causes the destruction of the beloved Christmas tree belonging to Harold's overbearing father-in-law (Danny Trejo), a race to replace it leads to the expected improper Yuletide fun. Paula Garces, Neil Patrick Harris, Thomas Lennon, Patton Oswalt co-star. R-rated version; 90 min./Extended cut; 96 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital 5.1; Subtitles: English (SDH). Also includes a DVD and Blu-ray 3D requires a 3D television, a 3D Blu-ray player, and special glasses to reproduce the original theatrical experience.

Genre: Comedy

It's been six years since they fled Gitmo, and America's favorite stoner buddies have drifted apart; while Kumar (Kal Penn) still lives for getting baked, Harold (John Cho) has straightened out and is holding down a soul-crushing Wall Street job. When Kumar causes the destruction of the beloved Christmas tree belonging to Harold's overbearing father-in-law (Danny Trejo), a race to replace it leads to the expected improper Yuletide fun. Paula Garces, Neil Patrick Harris, Thomas Lennon, Patton Oswalt co-star. Not in 3D. R-rated version; 90 min./Extended cut; 96 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English DTS HD 5.1 Master Audio, Dolby Digital 5.1, French Dolby Digital 5.1, Spanish Dolby Digital 5.1; Subtitles: English (SDH), French, Spanish; featurettes; deleted scenes.

Genre: Drama

When his Marine father is lost in combat, a star high school jock (Kellan Lutz) finds his life going off the rails. Will the discipline instilled at a wilderness lacrosse camp run by his dad's service buddy (Adam Beach) and the affection of a crushing classmate (Ashley Greene) fill him with a new sense of purpose? Gabrielle Anwar, Chord Overstreet co-star. 95 min. Widescreen; Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital 5.1, Dolby Digital stereo.

Genre: Drama

When his Marine father is lost in combat, a star high school jock (Kellan Lutz) finds his life going off the rails. Will the discipline instilled at a wilderness lacrosse camp run by his dad's service buddy (Adam Beach) and the affection of a crushing classmate (Ashley Greene) fill him with a new sense of purpose? Gabrielle Anwar, Chord Overstreet co-star. 95 min. Widescreen; Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital 5.1, Dolby Digital stereo.

Genre: Comedy

Widescreen; Soundtrack: English; interview; "making of" featurettes; theatrical trailers; bonus digital copy. Also includes a DVD version of the film. Three-disc set.

Genre: Comedy

Widescreen; Soundtrack: English; interview; "making of" featurettes; theatrical trailers.

Genre: Comedy

While Kate (Christina Ricci) is thrilled to be attending the Renaissance Faire, college jock Will (Owen Benjamin) finds himself forced to work there after getting into hot water with his literature professor (Cedric the Entertainer). The two new participants enjoy the joust of a delightful (if unlikely) romance while competing to win a contest sponsored by the fair's wealthy sponsor. Matthew Lillard, Louise Griffiths, and Ann-Margret co-star. 104 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English; interview; "making of" featurettes; theatrical trailers.

Genre: Drama

Inspired by "Run Lola Run," this fun lesbian romp follows a talented photographer as she attempts to make it to an important meeting that could change her life. Over the course of three very different attempts with varied outcomes, the shutterbug races through the streets of San Francisco with hopes of keeping her appointment. Ashleigh Sumner, Jill Bennett, Cathy DeBuono star. 71 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital 5.1; featurette; theatrical trailers.

Genre: Horror

He thought he was approaching a medical miracle--the cure for AIDS--but instead, a young physician (Brian Krause) unleashes a monstrous new drug with terrifying side effects. Using a boy as his guinea pig, the doctor discovers that his medicine wreaks havoc on the human body and leaves recipients with an awful thirst...for blood! Low-budget horror outing co-stars Joel Bryant, Kadeem Hardisson, and Kym Jackson. 88 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital 5.1; bonus short "Chingaso The Clown" (2006); "making of" featurettes; theatrical trailer.

Genre: Family / Live-Action

From the backyard to the barnyard, critters of all shapes and sizes will delight your child in this program. Some scenes appear on "Baby Einstein: Baby MacDonald" and "Baby Einstein: Neighborhood Animals." 26 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English.

Genre: Family / Live-Action

Kids can take the plunge with whales, tropical fish, and other undersea denizens as they explore the world's aquatic regions, from coral reefs to the polar regions, in this fun-filled adventure. 28 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English.

Genre: Family / Live-Action

Youngsters can experience a world of wildlife without leaving home as wild animals come to their TV screen. Some scenes appear on "Baby Einstein: Baby Noah: Animal Expedition" and "Baby Einstein: World Animal Adventure." 26 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English.

Genre: Family / Live-Action

Charming puppetry, live-action sequences, and classical music are used by "Vincent Van Goat" to introduce kids to the world of art. For children ages 1 year to 4 years. 25 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English.

Genre: Family / Live-Action

Let Coco the cockatoo and Pelle the woodpecker introduce your kids to the magic of rhythm--in music, in the world around them, and as a form of expression--as they clap, stomp, and sing along. 29 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English.

Genre: Family / Live-Action

Kids can explore vocabulary through poetry and visuals as 12 common words are introduced by Bard, a word-loving dragon. For children ages 1 year to 4 years. 28 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English.

Genre: Religious

Eleven Oscars, including Best Picture, went to this classic adaptation of the Lew Wallace story of Palestine in the time of Christ. Charlton Heston stars as a Jewish prince sent to the galleys after being falsely accused of trying to murder a Roman governor. His road to vengeance against Roman nobleman Stephen Boyd, the childhood friend who betrayed him, leads Heston to compete in a dangerous chariot race, depicted in one of cinema's most breathtaking action sequences. With Martha Scott, Hugh Griffith; William Wyler directs. 3 2/3 hrs. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital 5.1, French Dolby Digital 5.1; Subtitles: English (SDH), French, Spanish; audio commentary; isolated music score; theatrical trailers. Also includes a DVD version of the film. Two-disc set.

Genre: Religious

Eleven Oscars, including Best Picture, went to this classic adaptation of the Lew Wallace story of Palestine in the time of Christ. Charlton Heston stars as a Jewish prince sent to the galleys after being falsely accused of trying to murder a Roman governor. His road to vengeance against Roman nobleman Stephen Boyd, the childhood friend who betrayed him, leads Heston to compete in a dangerous chariot race, depicted in one of cinema's most breathtaking action sequences. With Martha Scott, Hugh Griffith; William Wyler directs. 3 2/3 hrs. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English.

Genre: Family / Live-Action

Two-disc set includes "Benji," "For The Love Of Benji," and "Benji Off The Leash!," plus three episodes from the TV series "Benji, Zax & the Alien Prince."

Genre: TV

Ten episodes are featured in a three-disc set. 10 hrs. total. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English; bonus episodes. **10 episodes on 3 discs. 10 hrs.**

Genre: Drama

Stephen Frears' gorgeous costumer, set in 18th-century France, follows a carnal wager proposed by aristocratic seducers Glenn Close and John Malkovich. Among the victims of this sexual gamesmanship are Michelle Pfeiffer and Uma Thurman as a virtuous wife and wife-to-be targeted for corruption by Malkovich, and Keanu Reeves as Close's lover. 120 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English; audio commentary; theatrical trailer.

Genre: Horror

Hell is still plenty full, because this reimagined take on George A. Romero's 1985 zombie shocker features hordes of the dead still walking the Earth. Unrelated to the 2004 remake of Romero's "Dawn of the Dead," this blood-soaked outing set in a Colorado military outpost follows the efforts of a small band of unbitten survivors to best both the armed forces and the hungry ghouls. Ving Rhames, Mena Suvari and Nick Cannon star. 87 min. Blu-ray 3D requires a 3D television, a 3D Blu-ray player, and special glasses to reproduce the original theatrical experience.

Genre: Horror

He might be a college slacker, but when Will (Aaron Sosa) finds his visiting younger brother (Ryan DeLuca) threatened by zombies who have overrun the campus, he steps up his game to become a leader of those who would strike back against the hungry undead. They're a quirky crew, but Will and his new friends are ready to kick some pasty, rotting zombie butt! Shocker comedy co-stars Brian A. Mulligan, Dana DiRado. 86 min. Soundtrack: English; audio commentary; featurettes.

Genre: TV

Six-disc set includes seasons 1-2 of "Downton Abbey." **16 episodes on 6 discs. 14 hrs.**

Genre: TV

All nine episodes from the second series are presented in a three-disc set. 8 hrs. total. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English; Subtitles: English (SDH). **9 episodes on 3 discs. 8 hrs.**

Genre: TV

A tragic tale of love and destruction set in 19th-century England, this miniseries adaptation of Thomas Hardy's famous novel concerns three men who pursue the same woman, with tragic consequences. The woman is the proud Bathsheba Everdene (Paloma Baeza), and her suitors include the shepherd (Nathaniel Parker) who becomes her employee; her neighbor (Nigel Terry); and a womanizing soldier (Jonathan Firth). With Victoria Alcock, Peter Aubrey. 3 1/3 hrs. Soundtrack: English; Subtitles: English (SDH).

Genre: TV

All eight episodes from the debut season--the two-part "The Missing Body Mystery," "What Do You Call a Call Girl?," "The Man Who Came to Dinner," the two-part "The Mafia Priest Mystery," "The Face in the Mirror Mystery," and "The Pretty Baby Mystery"--are featured in a two-disc set. 8 hrs. total. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital stereo; Subtitles: English (SDH); TV spots. **8 episodes on 2 discs. 8 hrs. Includes the bonus pilot movie "Fatal Confession."**

Genre: Horror

A group of thrill-seeking teenagers--among them the brother of a young man whose girlfriend was murdered by a serial killer a year earlier--sets out to visit the believed-dead madman's abandoned lair. Once they reach the maniac's home base, though, the bloodletting resumes. Has the killer returned to life? Will he pay for his past crimes...or emerge from the massacre triumphant? Meredith Lane, Linda Bella, and Nicholas J. Leinbach star. 126 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English.

Genre: Horror

A group of thrill-seeking teenagers--among them the brother of a young man whose girlfriend was murdered by a serial killer a year earlier--sets out to visit the believed-dead madman's abandoned lair. Once they reach the maniac's home base, though, the bloodletting resumes. Has the killer returned to life? Will he pay for his past crimes...or emerge from the massacre triumphant? Meredith Lane, Linda Bella, and Nicholas J. Leinbach star. 126 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English.

Genre: Family / Live-Action

Internet sensation and perpetual grade-schooler Fred Figglehorn (Lucas Cruikshank) is back for a spooky, silly feature-length adventure, as he tries to convince best friend Bertha (Daniella Monet) to help him prove that their mysterious new music teacher is really a vampire. Seth Morris, Siobhan Fallon, Ariel Winter, and WWE wrestler John Cena, as Fred's dad, co-star. 83 min. Widescreen; Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital 5.1, Dolby Digital stereo; Subtitles: English, Spanish; featurettes; game; more.

Genre: Japanese Animation

In this exciting anime sci-fi saga, the wealthy and influential Gowa family of Japan is on the brink of cementing its hold on the nation's future with the manufacture of the ultimate weapon: gigantic robots. But will young Yoshiro Gowa fulfill his clan's destined glory, or fight to be his own man? <> Standard; Soundtracks: Japanese Dolby Digital stereo, English Dolby Digital stereo; Subtitles: English; behind-the-scenes footage. In Japanese with English subtitles/Dubbed in English. 25 episodes on 5 discs. 10 1/2 hrs.

Genre: Family / Live-Action

Popular Dylan (Sarah Hyland) was royalty at her posh L.A. high school, who'd never give media club nerd Josh (Matt Prokop) the time of day. Until, that is, he rescued her trendy purse from destruction, and in return asked that she star in his documentary about cool kids. Reluctant at first, she comes to learn that he's not so bad for a dweeb, and that she can count on him when her own status comes crashing down. Sasha Pieterse, Jordan Nichols co-star. 97 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital stereo; 10 bonus episodes of "Shake It Up." Two-disc set.

Genre: After Dark

Well, it's not such a secret anymore. First of all, it's far from privileged information that sorority sisters are astoundingly attractive. Second, it may be somewhat unknown that these coeds are often the horniest girls on campus who carry on kinky antics when they're alone, but those days are over. Thankfully, the GGW cameras are blowing the cover off of their saucy secrets behind closed doors as they explore themselves and each other. 58 min. Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital stereo.

Genre: Religious

Includes "Greatest Heroes and Legends of the Bible: The Last Supper, Crucifixion, And Resurrection," "Greatest Heroes and Legends of the Bible: The Miracles of Jesus," and "Greatest Heroes and Legends of the Bible: The Story of Moses."

Genre: Documentary

Even before they had their shot at making it in the big leagues, the eight high school basketball players at the center of this exciting sports documentary were bathed in the glare of the national spotlight. Beastie Boys co-founder Adam Yauch directs this intimate profile of the would-be NBA stars as they shoot hoops on Harlem's Rucker Park court, hoping to make the jump to a professional career. Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital 5.1; audio commentary; featurettes; theatrical trailer.

Genre: Family / Animation

Includes "Happy, The Littlest Bunny," "Maxwell Saves The Day," and "Snow White."

Genre: TV

All 24 episodes from the first season--including the "Pilot," "Nalowale," "Palekaiko," "Powa Maka Moana," and "Oia'i'o"--are featured in a six-disc set. 18 hrs. total. Widescreen; Soundtracks: English DTS HD 5.1 Master Audio, French Dolby Digital stereo; Subtitles: French, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, Finnish, Swedish, Danish, Norwegian; audio commentary; featurettes; deleted scenes; gag reel; TV spots. **24 episodes on 6 discs. 18 hrs.**

Genre: Horror

Two-disc set includes "I Bury The Living," "House On Haunted Hill" (1959), "The Little Shop of Horrors" (1960), and "Carnival Of Souls" (1962).

Genre: Japanese Animation

After getting a job at the title mansion, orphan Shun sets his sights on the fortune of the five busty and beautiful sisters who live there...and on the sisters themselves...in this risque two-part OAV tale. WARNING: Contains nudity and sexual situations; adults only. 60 min. Soundtracks: Japanese, English; Subtitles: English. In Japanese with English subtitles/Dubbed in English.

Genre: Comedy

Ready for another helping of "Jackass"? Johnny Knoxville, Steve-O, Chris Pontius, Wee-Man, and the rest of the merry gang return for this continuation of pranks, stunts, and all-around lunacy. They may not be "the usual gang of idiots," but there's no denying they are mad all the same! Comprised of footage unused in "Jackass 3D," the film co-stars Preston Lacy, Bam Margera, and Ryan Dunn. 84 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital 5.1; Subtitles: English, French, Spanish; deleted scenes; featurettes; outtakes.

Genre: Foreign

Can a woman leave her husband and successfully start over again after 10 years of marriage? Karen (Angela Carrizosa) is determined to do so in spite of her ex's vote of no confidence, but she quickly discovers the road to prosperity to be a bumpy one. A chance encounter with a hairdresser then seems to turn fortune in her favor. Colombian drama co-stars Juan Manuel Diaz Oroztegui, Diego Galindo. 98 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: Spanish; Subtitles: English. In Spanish with English subtitles.

Genre: TV

At the center of this dramatic telenovela is Ivan (David Zepeda), raised in a household where his mother works as a servant--until he impregnates the beautiful Maripaz (Laisha Wilkins). Attacked and then wrongfully accused of killing one of his attackers, Ivan travels to America illegally to continue his education until the time he can return to Mexico and set things right. With Delia Casanova, Rosa Maria Bianchi. Standard; Soundtrack: Spanish Dolby Digital stereo; Subtitles: English. Three-disc set. In Spanish with English subtitles.

Genre: Family / Animation

The doggone funniest love story you'll ever see, this charming Disney animated feature follows the rocky romance between a proper cocker spaniel and a streetwise mutt from opposite sides of the tracks. Features the voice talents of Peggy Lee, Barbara Luddy, Larry Roberts, Stan Freberg, and Alan Reed. Songs include "Bella Notte," "He's a Tramp," "The Siamese Cat Song." 76 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital stereo, DTS HD 7.1 Master Audio, French Dolby Digital 5.1, Spanish Dolby Digital 5.1; Subtitles: English (SDH), French, Spanish; deleted scenes; featurettes; "making of" documentary. Also includes a Blu-ray version of the film. Two-disc set.

Genre: Religious

In a film filled with faith-based messages and dramatic uplift, an alcoholic postal worker (Jeffrey Johnson) finds his turbulent life taking a surprising turn after he discovers a series of letters written "to God" from a young boy (Tanner Maguire) stricken by cancer. Soon forging a connection to the boy's family, the troubled mailman discovers how faith, humor, and courage can change lives. With Robyn Lively, Michael Bolten. 114 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital 5.1; audio commentary; featurette; theatrical trailer.

Genre: Concerts and Performing Arts

California-born Lindsey Buckingham takes a live concert audience on a tour through his musical career, from the era of his Fleetwood Mac chart-toppers to his own solo career. Fellow Fleetwood alum Stevie Nicks joins Buckingham for two numbers, including "Never Going Back Again." Other songs include "Trouble," "Big Love," "Go Your Own Way," and more. 58 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English DTS HD 5.1 Master Audio.

Genre: Documentary

Journey back in time to explore what led to the disappearance of a cache of Saxon gold during the Dark Ages...and what led to its discovery in 2009 by an amateur using a metal detector! This National Geographic documentary revisits the clashes between pagan and Christian forces for the control of England, and the reasons for the burial of a treasure comprised of over 3,000 pieces. 90 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital 5.1.

Genre: Horror

His name was Joe. His weapon was a machete. His past is surviving the horrific attack of a murderer who claimed the life of his mother. His future butcheries became local lore. His saga is told in this low-budget shocker that follows a team of mythbusters investigating the truth behind the blood-soaked legend of...MACHETE JOE (Paul Campbell)! Gordon Greene, Erica Gimpel, and Ernie Hudson co-star. 81 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital 5.1, Dolby Digital stereo.

Genre: Sci-Fi & Fantasy

Hard up for cash, two brothers believe they've caught a big break when they find the remnants of a crashed satellite and sell them for scrap. Little does the dealer know that the object is infected with an alien substance that takes control of an 18-foot-tall metal robot he built for the local fair, driving it on a homicidal rampage. Wild Syfy channel thriller stars Kavan Smith, Colby Johannson, and Nicole de Boer. AKA: "Iron Invader." 90 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English.

Genre: Sci-Fi & Fantasy

Hard up for cash, two brothers believe they've caught a big break when they find the remnants of a crashed satellite and sell them for scrap. Little does the dealer know that the object is infected with an alien substance that takes control of an 18-foot-tall metal robot he built for the local fair, driving it on a homicidal rampage. Wild Syfy channel thriller stars Kavan Smith, Colby Johannson, and Nicole de Boer. AKA: "Iron Invader." 90 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English.

Genre: Family / Animation

Includes five episodes. 110 min. total. Widescreen; Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital stereo, French Dolby Digital stereo, Spanish Dolby Digital stereo; Subtitles: English, French, Spanish; featurette; bonus digital copy. Two-disc set.

Genre: Concerts and Performing Arts

Join conductor Mariss Jansons and the Vienna Philharmonic as they usher in the new year with a wonderful recital from the famed Musikverein. Along with performances of works by Tchaikovsky ("Sleeping Beauty Waltz"), Hellmesberger ("Danse Diabolique") and, of course, the Strauss family (the "Artists Greeting" and "Pizzicato" Polkas, "Blue Danube," "Radetzky March"), there are also special appearances by the Vienna Boys Choir and Vienna City Ballet. Julie Andrews hosts. 145 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English.

Genre: Concerts and Performing Arts

Join conductor Mariss Jansons and the Vienna Philharmonic as they usher in the new year with a wonderful recital from the famed Musikverein. Along with performances of works by Tchaikovsky ("Sleeping Beauty Waltz"), Hellmesberger ("Danse Diabolique") and, of course, the Strauss family (the "Artists Greeting" and "Pizzicato" Polkas, "Blue Danube," "Radetzky March"), there are also special appearances by the Vienna Boys Choir and Vienna City Ballet. Julie Andrews hosts. 145 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English.

Genre: Foreign

When one of the hookers he frequents leaves her infant daughter in his run-down apartment, a small-time Lima moneylender gets a neighbor to help him care for the child while he searches for its mother during October's Lord of Miracles celebrations. Little "Milagritos," however, has a deeper emotional effect on those around her than anyone anticipated. Charming and quirky seriocomedy from Peruvian filmmaking siblings Daniel and Diego Vega stars Bruno Odar, Gabriela Velasquez. 83 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: Spanish Dolby Digital 5.1; Subtitles: English; interview; bonus short "Inside Down Basement" (2008); theatrical trailer.

Genre: Documentary

First, filmmaker Lionel Rogosin's often agonizing "On the Bowery" (1957) mixes documentary footage with scripted scenes to deliver a chronicle of lost souls struggling in an alcohol-fueled limbo. The film focuses primarily on the hard-drinking Ray, a railway worker whose life on Skid Row is an experience etched in the American consciousness. The nonfiction short "Out" (1957) follows the journey of Hungarian refugees seeking a new home in Austria. Finally, the feature "Good Times, Wonderful Times" (1966) finds shocking real-life war footage juxtaposed with mild cocktail party scenes. 4 1/4 hrs. total on two discs. Soundtrack: English; bonus shorts; theatrical trailer.

Genre: Historical & War

Oliver Stone drew on his own real-life experiences for this harrowing Vietnam drama that won Academy Awards for Best Picture and Best Director. Charlie Sheen stars as a young grunt who volunteers for frontline combat and is soon caught up in the bitter power struggle between his grizzled, battle-scarred platoon sergeant (Tom Berenger) and his compassionate squad leader (Willem Dafoe). Keith David, Kevin Dillon, John C. McGinley, Johnny Depp, Forest Whitaker also star. 120 min. Widescreen; Soundtracks: English DTS HD 5.1 Master Audio, French DTS 5.1, Spanish Dolby Digital 5.1; Subtitles: English (SDH), French, Spanish; audio commentary by Stone, others; deleted scenes; extended scenes; documentaries; featurettes; TV spots; theatrical trailers.

Genre: Silents

One of early cinema's finest femme fatales, Pola Negri launched her American film career after first achieving stardom in Europe. This collection of Negri classics begins with the silent romance "The Polish Dancer" (1917), in which Negri plays a performer who entices a married man. Billed as the first feature made in Poland, the drama co-stars Witold Kuncewicz, Jan Pawlowski. Next, Imperial Russia's virulent attitudes about the Jewish people are exposed by the silent melodrama "The Yellow Ticket" (1918). Three-disc set also includes "Eyes Of The Mummy Ma" and "Sappho" (1921). 4 hrs. total. Standard; Soundtrack: music score; biography; bonus footage; photo gallery. Silent with music score.

Genre: Comedy

Take the plunge with this blood- and laugh-filled spoof, a "lost" 1990 actioner directed by a 10-year-old boy. After surviving the horrors of Vietnam, would-be poolboy Sal Bando (Kevin Sorbo) returns home to find his family murdered by Caesar (Danny Trejo), head of an evil Mexican cartel monopolizing Southern California's pool-cleaning business. Skimmer in hand, Sorbo sets out to get rid of the scum and find vengeance. With Alanna Ubach, Jason Mewes, Robert LaSardo. 90 min. Soundtrack: English.

Genre: Religious

Sent back to Colonial America, Timmy the angel helps two boys--Native-American Little Sparrow and settler Johnny--create peace between their peoples' villages. 30 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English.

Genre: Religious

Shunned by the other sheep after a splash from Timmy's rainbow paint accidentally turns his white wool blue, Simon manages to save the flock and learns the importance of being true to yourself. 23 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English.

Genre: Religious

The Old Testament story of young Joseph, the colorfully clad lad who was sold away from his family into bondage but went on to become a member of Pharaoh's court, is recounted. 30 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English.

Genre: Family / Animation

A young angel named Timmy is dispatched from Heaven to Earth with a crown to deliver to the newborn baby Jesus in this heartwarming animated Christmas tale, based on the popular Precious Moments figurines. With the voices of Dom DeLuise, Don Knotts, Zachary Bostrom. 23 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English.

Genre: Family / Animation

When poor siblings Chris and Holly pray for each other to receive Christmas presents instead of themselves, it's up to tiny angel Timmy to bring them a holiday surprise in this charming animated Yuletide tale. With the voices of Jonathan Winters, Tom and Dick Smothers, and Lynn Redgrave. AKA: "Timmy's Special Delivery: A Precious Moments Christmas." 25 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English.

Genre: Religious

When the mayor threatens to tear down the town zoo to make way for a railroad, Timmy the angel comes to the aid of the zookeeper's daughter and teaches the mayor a valuable lesson in the process. 23 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English.

Genre: Documentary

Could an ape be taught to communicate like a human? Meet Nim, the chimpanzee raised much like a human child as part of an ambitious 1970s scientific experiment to test that groundbreaking hypothesis. This acclaimed, thought-provoking documentary from the makers of "Man on a Wire" chronicles Nim's fascinating saga and explores the societal boundaries between humans and animals. 93 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital 5.1; Subtitles: English, Spanish; audio commentary; "making of" featurettes; theatrical trailer.

Genre: Family / Animation

All 13 episodes from the second season--including "I Have No Son!," "Down the Hatch/Road Rash," "Rocko's Modern Christmas," "Born to Spawn/Uniform Behavior," and "Short Story/Eyes-Capades"--are featured in a two-disc set. 4 3/4 hrs. total. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital stereo. **13 episodes on 2 discs. 4 3/4 hrs.**

Genre: Drama

Set in the 1990s, this bracing war film follows British soldier Tom (Robert Whitelock) as he hopes to find some respite from the PTSD he has suffered since his comrades-in-arms vanished during a mission. While in Tokyo, he meets a beautiful young Asian woman (Nina Fog) who could hold the key to his deliverance...but memories of the past continue threatening to derail his future. With Matthew Bloxham, Haruka Abe. 75 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital stereo.

Genre: Horror

Los Angeles gets ready for a red Christmas...when zombies attack! In this low-budget shocker laced with holiday-themed laughs, two best friends (who happen also to be cops, and, thus, armed with guns) hole up in a house as the undead make their best play to eat their flesh. The gal sharing their cramped and creepy space is married to one of them, but they're both in love with her. Now things are scary...and awkward! Jack Forcinito, Andy Hopper, and Nadine Stenovitch star. 83 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English.

Genre: Horror

Los Angeles gets ready for a red Christmas...when zombies attack! In this low-budget shocker laced with holiday-themed laughs, two best friends (who happen also to be cops, and, thus, armed with guns) hole up in a house as the undead make their best play to eat their flesh. The gal sharing their cramped and creepy space is married to one of them, but they're both in love with her. Now things are scary...and awkward! Jack Forcinito, Andy Hopper, and Nadine Stenovitch star. 83 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English.

Genre: Horror

In the spirit of "Paranormal Activity" comes this horror film about a supernatural entity that was captured and imprisoned at an English military base in 2002. When a "ghost whisperer" is brought in to communicate with the spirit, the otherworldly being escapes...and death soon follows. Grahame Fox, Martin Delaney, Katherine Flynn star. 87 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital 5.1; Subtitles: English, Spanish; featurette; theatrical trailers.

Genre: Family / Animation

Standard; Soundtrack: English.

Genre: Action & Adventure

Robert Donat was never more dashing than in this lush adaptation of the Dumas swashbuckler. Unjustly convicted on espionage charges during the Napoleonic Wars, Donat's Edmond Dantes manages to escape his island prison and locates a fabulous treasure that allows him to plot his revenge. Elissa Landi, Louis Calhern, and O.P. Heggie also star. 113 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English; Subtitles: English.

Genre: Documentary

The phenomenon of exotic pet ownership, as well as all of its attendant controversy, is compellingly explored through the intersecting stories of an Ohio man keeping two grown lions in his home, and the state public safety officer charged with responding when one of the big cats escapes. Standard; Soundtrack: English.

Genre: Horror

Haunted and driven to drink by his wife's suicide, an ex-writer takes a job as custodian of a rundown apartment house. As a series of murders occurs and visions of his late spouse torment the caretaker, he finds that a hellish horror is linked to the building and to his troubled past. Eerie and well-made indie shocker stars Mark Borchardt ("American Movie's" would-be horror filmmaker), Nadine Gross, Gizelle Erickson. 107 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital 5.1; audio commentary; deleted scenes; interview; art gallery; photo gallery; theatrical trailers.

Genre: Horror

Haunted and driven to drink by his wife's suicide, an ex-writer takes a job as custodian of a rundown apartment house. As a series of murders occurs and visions of his late spouse torment the caretaker, he finds that a hellish horror is linked to the building and to his troubled past. Eerie and well-made indie shocker stars Mark Borchardt ("American Movie's" would-be horror filmmaker), Nadine Gross, Gizelle Erickson. 107 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital 5.1; audio commentary; deleted scenes; interview; art gallery; photo gallery; theatrical trailer.

Genre: Drama

Inspired by true events, this uplifting sports drama depicts the trials and tribulations of a family living in Boston. While their neighborhood is plagued by the scourges of drugs and violence, they refuse to give up hope, teaching their children positive values and doing their best to provide them with the tools they need to survive. But will their hard work end in triumph...or tragedy? Dylan Brown Harrell, Ryan Bonnick, and Deidre Taise Kerr star. 93 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital stereo.

Genre: Family / Animation

Disney returns to traditional animation with this loose adaptation of E.D. Baker's novel "The Frog Princess." In early 1900s New Orleans, Prince Naveen--transformed into a frog by a voodoo curse--mistakes the beautiful Tiana for a princess whose kiss will break the spell. But when the smooch also turns Tiana into a frog, the pair must race to find a way to change them both back, falling madly in love along the way. Features the voices of Anika Noni Rose, Bruno Campos, Jim Cummings, and Oprah Winfrey. 98 min. Widescreen; Soundtracks: English DTS HD 5.1 Master Audio, French Dolby Digital 5.1, Spanish Dolby Digital 5.1; Subtitles: English (SDH), French, Spanish; audio commentary; deleted scenes; game; music video; featurettes; art gallery; more. Two-disc set.

Genre: Comedy

After dumping her unfaithful husband, now-single mother-of-two Catherine Zeta-Jones moves with her kids to a Manhattan apartment. The demands of her new job force Zeta-Jones to hire an unlikely "nanny" choice in twentysomething coffee shop clerk Justin Bartha, but even more unlikely is the romance that blossoms between the duo. Charming comedy also stars Sam Robards, Kate Jennings Grant, Art Garfunkel. 95 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English DTS HD 5.1 Master Audio; Subtitles: English (SDH), Spanish; interviews.

Genre: Family / Live-Action

A suburban family takes in a stray dog that soon gives birth to a large litter of puppies. After giving away all of the pups, the children become so despondent that they plead with Mom and Dad to bring all of their new dog's offspring back home. Heartwarming family comedy stars Robert Hays, Betty White, and Robert Wagner. 90 min. Soundtrack: English.

Genre: Horror

Following the wedding of Bella (Kristen Stewart) and vampire Edward (Robert Pattinson), Jacob (Taylor Lautner) leaves his wolf pack when he learns they plan to kill the pregnant Bella and her unborn child. But Bella's health begins to fail as her fetus grows at an accelerated rate, leading to a dangerous birth and an unexpected transformation for the new mother, and leaving the lycanthropic Jacob as the baby's protector. Peter Facinelli, Elizabeth Reaser co-star in part one of the final installment of Stephenie Meyer's successful saga. 117 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital 5.1, DVS Dolby Digital stereo, Spanish Dolby Digital 5.1; Subtitles: English (SDH), Spanish; audio commentary; "making of" documentary; featurettes. Two-disc set.

Genre: Horror

Following the wedding of Bella (Kristen Stewart) and vampire Edward (Robert Pattinson), Jacob (Taylor Lautner) leaves his wolf pack when he learns they plan to kill the pregnant Bella and her unborn child. But Bella's health begins to fail as her fetus grows at an accelerated rate, leading to a dangerous birth and an unexpected transformation for the new mother, and leaving the lycanthropic Jacob as the baby's protector. Peter Facinelli, Elizabeth Reaser co-star in part one of the final installment of Stephenie Meyer's successful saga. 117 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English DTS HD 5.1 Master Audio, DVS Dolby Digital stereo, Spanish Dolby Digital 5.1; Subtitles: English (SDH), Spanish; audio commentary; "making of" documentary; featurettes.

Genre: Documentary

Who says you can't travel around the world by train? Just sit back and let this exciting documentary series take you on a tour of some of the globe's most legendary and scenic rail journeys. From deserts to mountains and from vintage locomotives to modern engines, you've got a ticket to ride the "Ringling Circus Train," "Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad," "Trains of Cuba," "New Zealand Railroads," "Irish Railroads," and more. 9 hrs. total on three discs. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono.

Genre: Action & Adventure

Includes "XIII: The Conspiracy," "JCVD," and "Brotherhood" (2010).

Genre: Action & Adventure

Includes "Ultimate Heist," "BloodRayne: The Third Reich," and "Spoils Of War" (2010).

Genre: Family / Animation

Includes "Donkey X," "Disco Worms," and "The Missing Lynx."

Genre: Horror

Includes "Forget Me Not" (2009), "Red Hook," and "House of Fallen."

Genre: Concerts and Performing Arts

"Improg" ensemble Umphrey's McGee exhibits a unique brand of prog-rock improvisation for this live concert program recorded for public television in their home city of Chicago. The sextet pumps out lively renditions of "Ocean Billy," "Higgins," "Out of Order," "Believe the Lie," "Morning Song," and more; also includes two songs from their 2008 appearance at Chicago's Auditorium Theatre. 118 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English DTS HD 5.1 Master Audio.

Genre: Concerts and Performing Arts

"Improg" ensemble Umphrey's McGee exhibits a unique brand of prog-rock improvisation for this live concert program recorded for public television in their home city of Chicago. The sextet pumps out lively renditions of "Ocean Billy," "Higgins," "Out of Order," "Believe the Lie," "Morning Song," and more; also includes two songs from their 2008 appearance at Chicago's Auditorium Theatre. 118 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital 5.1.

Genre: Religious

What's the best "Veggie Tales" song? Find out in this release that features 20 fun tunes that were hand-picked by fans. Includes such classics as "Where Is My Hairbrush?," "The Cheeseburger Song," "Pants," "The Stapler Song," "Monkey," and more. 60 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital 5.1; sing-along songs.

Genre: Comedy

David Wain--actor, writer, director, and one of the twisted minds behind the comedy troupes the State and Stella--brings you this hilariously offbeat series that originally aired on the Internet from 2007-09. Join David (or at least a somewhat fictionalized version of him) as he makes his way through his bizarre life, interacting with strange characters and working in a sweatshop. Features appearances by Paul Rudd, Elizabeth Banks, Jonah Hill, Rob Corddry, Rashida Jones, Michael Ian Black, and more. <> 170 min. total. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English; audio commentary; outtakes; bonus shorts "Aisle Six" (1992), "Portrait," "Real World (Citibank)"; bonus footage; more. 32 episodes on 1 disc. 170 min.

Genre: Comedy

When a self-made multimillionaire (Jon Lindstrom) sells out his business, his overbearing sister (Wendie Malick) thinks that his newfound free time ought to be spent on that long-deferred search for Ms. Right. When he has a dog-park encounter with a charming--and gay--young ad man (Chris Murrah), though, everybody's expectations are in for a tweaking. Natalia Cigluti, Ariel Shafir co-star. 100 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital 5.1; deleted scenes; theatrical trailer.

Genre: Documentary

How close are we to seeing highways filled with fossil fuel-free automobiles? This documentary takes you back to basics by explaining the technology behind what many believe to be the future of transportation. Simultaneously sharing facts and dispensing with myths, this film shares insights from industry pioneers and manufacturers and provides commentary by people who have actually driven the vehicles. 75 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English.

Genre: Concerts and Performing Arts

Written and directed by David E. Talbert, this captivating urban stage play concerns the imperfections that exist in a loving couple's seemingly flawless marriage. With her husband devoting most of his time to his career, a neglected wife develops feelings for a man who is doing work on her home. What follows is an exploration of passion, sex, and deception. Ann Nesby, Brian White, Clifton Davis star. 113 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital 5.1.

Genre: Foreign

If you thought machine gun-legged Cherry Darling from "Planet Terror" was awesome, wait'll you meet Shozo Iwaki (Tak Sakaguchi), the Yakuza antihero of this wild and comic Japanese action flick! Boasting a burly firearm on the stump of his arm and a missile launcher on his knee, this death-dealing tough guy goes up against the criminal warlord who killed his father...while doing his best to postpone his pre-arranged marriage. With Dennis Gunn, Cay Izumi. 106 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: Japanese; Subtitles: English; bonus film "Takuzo Weapon"; featurette; interview; theatrical trailers. In Japanese with English subtitles. Also includes a DVD version of the film. Two-disc set.

Genre: Foreign

If you thought machine gun-legged Cherry Darling from "Planet Terror" was awesome, wait'll you meet Shozo Iwaki (Tak Sakaguchi), the Yakuza antihero of this wild and comic Japanese action flick! Boasting a burly firearm on the stump of his arm and a missile launcher on his knee, this death-dealing tough guy goes up against the criminal warlord who killed his father...while doing his best to postpone his pre-arranged marriage. With Dennis Gunn, Cay Izumi. 106 min. Soundtrack: Japanese; Subtitles: English; bonus film "Takuzo Weapon"; featurette; interview; theatrical trailers. In Japanese with English subtitles.