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NEW DARK KNIGHT RETURNS Clip
by Robert T. Trate, News Editor
(September 14, 2012)
Warner Brothers has released yet another clip from their upcoming BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS, PART 1. This clip features a little humor from within the film,courtesy of the sarcastic wit of Bruce Wayne's (Peter Weller) loyal butler, Alfred.
Mania Review: The Loved Ones
by Chuck Francisco , Columnist and Critic
(September 14, 2012)
Some horror films strike for the jugular. They come in hard and they come in fast; their plan is to startle the hell out of you. Violin chords rising sharply out of a solid wall of silence, mere milliseconds before the jump scare triggers your heart to ham
DVD Shopping Bag: HALLOWEEN 2 Collectors Edition Blu-ray
by Robert T. Trate, Columnist
(September 11, 2012)
Going into my fifth year of writing this column, I have had a lot of DVD and Blu-rays come across my desk. By far, my favorites have been the Criterion Collections. Hands down, they deliver the type of content and special features I want when I purchase a
The Halloween Tree DVD Review
by Kimberly McCall, Critic
(September 10, 2012)
With the Fall season upon us, the spirited Halloween movies can never come soon enough. Who doesn’t have wonderful memories of being young and breathing that first breath of pumpkin air and knowing it was time for costumes, candy, and all the exciting TV
From the Vault: Bela, Boris, and Apes!
by Tim Janson, Columnist
(September 09, 2012)
Apparently in the 1930s and 1940s, gorillas and apes were all the rage. From King Kong and his son, to a mad scientist wanting to put Curly Howard’s brain inside a gorilla, there were dozens of movies featuring apes or gorillas in key roles. Even horro
Shock-O-Rama: Incognito Cinema Warriors XP
by Chuck Francisco, Columnist and Rock Climber
(September 08, 2012)
Mystery Science Theater 3000 fans (MSTies) have a wide assortment of options available to them, when it comes to riffing. With Shout! Factory putting out dynamite MST3K episode releases, Cinematic Titanic performing live around the country, and Riff Trax g
New BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS, PART 1 Clip
by Robert T. Trate, News Editor
(September 05, 2012)
BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS, PART 1, the next entry in the popular, ongoing series of DC Universe Animated Original Movies, arrives September 25, 2012 from Warner Home Video as a Blu-ray Combo Pack and DVD, On Demand and for Download. The PG-13 film is
Amazing Spider-Man Blu-ray Details
by Robert T. Trate, News Editor
(September 04, 2012)
One of the most beloved and iconic super heroes of all time reemerges in THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN, debuting on Blu-ray/DVD Combo Pack, Blu-ray.
The Walking Dead Season Two DVD Review
by Tim Janson, Columnist and Critic
(September 04, 2012)
I still have to pinch myself that there is actually a zombie show TV. And not some watered down, homogenized show but one that has more blood, more gore, and better makeup effects than most theatrical films. Thank you AMC! After a short debut test seas
DVD Shopping Bag: Terminator Blu-ray Box Set
by Robert T. Trate, Columnist
(September 04, 2012)
I picked up the Best Buy Exclusive Terminator Box Set last week for two reasons. I really wanted the first two Terminators on Blu-ray. They both set precedents in storytelling and special effects for the genre. Any true Maniac should have both of these fil
From the Vault: The Munsters
by Tim Janson, Tim Janson
(September 02, 2012)
This week in from the Vault we take a fond look back at The Munsters TV series, perhaps the greatest TV series ever for “Monster Kids” including a look at the 2008 DVD release of the complete series from Universal.
Shock-O-Rama: Getting Filthy with Blue Underground
by Chuck Francisco, Columnist and Rock Climber
(September 01, 2012)
Back in the late 90's, those of the cult horror persuasion worshiped at the altar of Anchor Bay. From Argento classics like Suspiria, to genre monolith Evil Dead 2, their hands made busy putting out quality home releases. Most importantly, they specialized
Mania Exclusive: VFX Masters at ILM
by Robert T. Trate, Columnist an Critic
(August 29, 2012)
Last week Mania's “The Geek Life” featured a trip to Industrial Light and Magic in San Francisco. This week Mania brings you another exclusive interview with two of the wizards at ILM.
DVD Shopping Bag: Halloween 4 and 5 Blu-rays
by Robert T. Trate, Columnist and Critic
(August 28, 2012)
Last week, Anchor Bay released both Halloween 4 and Halloween 5 on Blu-ray. Now, I had seen Halloween and Halloween 2 recently, but 4 and 5? It had either been a long time or, quite possibly, never. I grabbed both and headed home for double feature and a
The Battleship VFX Interview
by Robert T. Trate, News Editor
(August 27, 2012)
Last week’s “The Geek Life” featured a trip to Industrial Light and Magic in San Francisco. This week Mania brings you an exclusive interview with two of the wizards at ILM. Grady Cofer and Pablo Helman are both VFX Supervisors who collectively have
From the Vault
by Tim Janson, Columnist and Critic
(August 25, 2012)
Horror and comedy might seem like opposites but the fact is that the two have been mixed in films ever since the silent film era. Perhaps it’s the theory that you can take the edge off the horror with a little bit of funny business. Monogram Pictures w
Grimm Season One Blu-ray Review
by Tim Janson, Columnist and Critic
(August 24, 2012)
Grimm was one of the surprise hits of last year’s TV season. It didn’t receive nearly the publicity of other genre shows like “Once Upon a Time” or “Alcaltraz” but quietly built up a strong base of fans with its quirky characters and increasin
The Geek Life: Visits Industrial Light and Magic
by Robert T. Trate, Columnist
(August 22, 2012)
The Geek Life is a weekly look at what is going on in the Geek Culture. Movies, Comics, Books, Video Games, and TV Shows encompass more than just release dates and reviews. This week the Geek Life visits ILM (Industrial Light and Magic).
DVD Shopping Bag: ABBOTT AND COSTELLO MEET FRANKENSTEIN
by Robert T. Trate, News Editor
(August 21, 2012)
In case you haven’t noticed, we here at Mania are just a tad excited for fall. Don’t us get wrong, the summer is our Superbowl.
BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS, PART 1 Premiere
by Robert T. Trate, News Editor
(August 20, 2012)
Warner Home Video and The Paley Center for Media proudly present the bi-coastal World Premieres of Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1, the next entry in the popular, ongoing series of DC Universe Animated Original PG-13 Movies, in New York on Septembe
Shock-O-Rama: Vintage Movie Appetizers
by Chuck Francisco, Columnist and Rock Climber
(August 18, 2012)
The art of the movie trailer. The subtle science of audience manipulation and expectation gamesmanship. Quick edits reveal tantalizingly juicy bits, only to deny you the full course. Trailers are visual appetizers, designed to whet the appetite, leaving yo
Indy Marathon in Theaters
by Robert T. Trate, News Editor
(August 17, 2012)
Director Steven Spielberg and executive producer George Lucas’ legendary film series is returning exclusively to AMC Theatres for an unforgettable cinematic event: a one-day-only marathon presentation of all four Indiana Jones films on the big screen. RA
Raiders of the Lost Ark on IMAX
by Robert T. Trate, News Editor
(August 15, 2012)
The cinematic classic that introduced the world to Indiana Jones is ready to embark on a new adventure when director Steven Spielberg and executive producer George Lucas’ unforgettable Raiders of the Lost Ark is released for an exclusive one-week engagem
The Geek Life: Celebrates Jaws
by Robert T. Trate, News Editor
(August 15, 2012)
The Geek Life is a weekly look at what is going on in the Geek Culture. Movies, Comics, Books, Video Games, and TV Shows encompass more than just release dates and reviews. This week the Geek Life celebrates Jaws on Blu-ray.
Mania Review: Lovely Molly
by Chuck Francisco, Columnist an Critic
(August 14, 2012)
Have you ever purchased a jar bound candle? They come in a cornucopia of scents. Lovely Molly is very much like one of these. If pressed to name it's smell, I'd probably go with despair. There's a hopelessness built into Molly's madness, but it isn't alone
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