Princess Kaiulani
The epic true story of a Hawaiian princess who must choose between love and duty comes to DVD, Digital Download and On Demand this fall from Lionsgate. This “beautiful” (San Francisco Chronicle) film uncovers the legend of Princess Kaiulani (Q’orianka Kilcher, The New World), whose plight takes her from her island paradise to Victorian England and to the U.S. White House after the royal family is exiled. But the most unexpected journey Kaiulani must navigate may be that of her own heart, when she meets the young and handsome Clive Davies (Shaun Evans) who tempts her to change her fate for love. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Hawaii, Princess Kaiulani garnered the Audience Award at the 2009 Hawaii International Film Festival and has been hailed by critics as “exotic, erotic” (The New York Post) and “charming” (Onion A.V. Club). Co-starring Shaun Evans (Dread), and Emmy® Award-nominated Barry Pepper (Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries or a Movie, 61*, 2001), the story of this legendary princess arrives on DVD, featuring bonus content that includes a behind-the-scenes featurette and the documentary, “Kaiulani: The Crown Princess of Hawaii.”
Following an idyllic childhood in Honolulu, the willful and beautiful Princess Kaiulani is sent to Britain to receive an education fit for a future heir to the Hawaiian throne. There, she meets the handsome young Clive Davies (Shaun Evans), who quickly sweeps her off her feet. But meanwhile, destiny calls back home, as supporters of U.S. annexation overthrow the royal Hawaiian government. Now, Kaiulani must choose between love and duty to her people in this sweeping tale of royalty, romance and destiny.
Pricing: DVD $27.98
Fraggle Rock: Scared Silly
Carve the pumpkins, bob for apples, and put the mask on; a new Halloween tradition is born when Fraggle Rock: Scared Silly from Lionsgate Home Entertainment becomes available on DVD just in time for Halloween! Three mysterious and magical Fraggle stories will entertain kids and parents alike! These frightfully delightful episodes come from the beloved series that has been awarded five International Emmys, including top honors for Outstanding Children’s Program.
The Fraggle Rock brand is hotter than ever as the “Fraggle Rock Forever” merchandise collection continues its roll-out with product in categories including apparel, tote bags, belt buckles, jewelry and classic plush-plus adult Halloween costumes for 2010. In addition, a brand new line of Fraggle Rock comic books is in stores and a theatrical movie is currently in development resulting in much buzz from both fans and media alike!
Join the Fraggle gang in three frightfully delightful episodes full of mystery and magic! From Wembley accidentally wandering into the cursed “Terrible Tunnel,” Boober discovering what makes Fraggle tails flare when they get startled, and Ma and Pa Gorg leaving Junior alone in the castle on a dark and stormy night, Fraggle Rock: Scared Silly is bursting with Halloween fun! This new DVD includes three ghostly episodes: Terrible Tunnel, Scared Silly and A Dark & Stormy Night.
Terrible Tunnel: Lately, Boober’s been trying to get Wembley believing that if you do certain things, no bad luck will befall you. So when he hears about the Terrible Tunnel, he seeks out the Storyteller Fraggle to tell him all about it. Later on, during a game of “Hidey-Ho”, Wembley accidentally finds the Terrible Tunnel. When he gets back and tells everyone, nobody believes him. So he gets Gobo and Red to go back with him and see the truth. Was Wembley just imagining what he saw?
Scared Silly: Boober’s been testing belouviouses, which are the part of a Fraggle’s tail that flares up when scared. And when he tests Wembley’s, Wembley wants to get even, so Philo and Gunge give him ideas on how to test his belouvious back. When hiding in the laundry and shouting “Boo!” doesn’t work, he goes with an elaborate plan of setting up scary masks, spiders and snakes. Wembley goes back to Philo and Gunge to tell him of what he’s set up, Marjorie tells him that when the boys tried scaring her, she nearly blew up. Wembley misunderstands this, and tries to go back to tear down his plan before Boober shows up, but he’s too late, and thinks that Boober’s blown up. Did Wembley go too far?
A Dark & Stormy Night: Gobo is desperate to explore new territory; so one evening he braves the Castle of the Gorg’s alone! But then the night turns eerie. Wha-what’s that noise? If no one is supposed to be home, the castle must be haunted!
Pricing: DVD $14.98
Studio Canal Collection
The Third Man Blu-ray Disc
Delicatessen Blu-ray Disc
From the StudioCanal Collection, Lionsgate proudly presents two award-winning films on Blu-ray Disc: the Academy Award®-winning classic The Third Man (Best Cinematography – Black-and-White, Robert Krasker, 1950) from Oscar® winning director Carol Reed (Best Director, Oliver!, 1968), and the critically acclaimed film Delicatessen, which stars Cesár Award winning actors Jean-Claude Dreyfus, Dominique Pinon and Karin Viard, alongside fellow nominees Marie-Laure Dougnac and Ticky Holgado. These two films will join Contempt, Ran, and TheLadykillers as part of the StudioCanal Collection, a new line of deluxe Blu-rays with superior picture and sound quality and extensive special features. Each film will include comprehensive special features as well as a 20-page collectible booklet.
The Third Man
Recognized as a cinematic masterpiece and praised for its eloquent fusion of bold elements and outstanding cast, The Third Man stars Academy Award® winner Orson Welles (Best Writing, Original Screenplay, Citizen Kane, 1941); Academy Award® nominee Trevor Howard (Best Actor in a Leading Role, Sons and Lovers, 1960); and critically acclaimed actor Joseph Cotten (Shadow of a Doubt). Reed’s film was awarded the Grand Prix at the 1949 Cannes Film Festival, was included in AFI’s Top 100 Movies List and was named the Top British Film of the 20th Century by the British Film Institute. The Blu-ray Disc is adorned with special features including a new audio commentary with assistant director Guy Hamilton, actor Simon Callow and crew member Angela Allen; a new The Third Man interactive Vienna Tour; and a 20-page collectible booklet written by film historian Charles Drazin. The Blu-ray Disc is presented in 1080P High Definition Full Screen format with 2.0 Monaural DTS-HD Master Audio.
Delicatessen
From the creators of Amélie (Jean-Pierre Jeunet) and The City of Lost Children (Jean-Pierre Jeunet and Marc Caro) comes the black comedy Delicatessen. Upon its debut in 1991, the film became an instant cult classic and received overwhelming critical acclaim for establishing Jeunet and Caro’s signature style. Variety proclaimed it “beautifully textured, cleverly scripted and eerily shot … a zany little film,” and it was nominated for a BAFTA Film Award for Best Film not in the English language along with an amazing 10 Cesar Awards, winning for Best Editing, Best First Work, Best Production Design and Best Writing. New bonus features include an original retrospective documentary with Jean-Pierre Jeunet, a making-of featurette and a 20-page collectible booklet written by Empire contributing editor Kim Newman. The Blu-ray Disc is presented in 1080P High Definition 16×9 Widescreen format with French 2.0 DTS-HD Master Audio.
Pricing: Blu-ray Disc $39.99 each
Jacob’s Ladder Blu-ray Disc
The most frightening thing about Jacob Singer’s nightmare is that he isn’t dreaming. The critically acclaimed classic thriller Jacob’s Ladder makes its Blu-ray Disc debut this fall from Lionsgate. Directed by Academy Award®nominee Adrian Lyne (Best Director, Fatal Attraction, 1987), this “bold, powerful psychological horror film” (Chicago Reader) stars Oscar® winner Tim Robbins (Best Actor in a Supporting Role, Mystic River, 2004) as Singer, a mild-mannered Vietnam vet thrust into an unsettling journey filled with fear, bewilderment and strange fascination. The film is featured in 1080P High Definition Widescreen and includes an audio commentary with the director, deleted scenes, a “making-of” featurette along with the theatrical trailer. Jacob’s Ladder was called a “terrifying landscape of nightmares, fantasies and illusions” by the Washington Post.
Vietnam veteran Jacob Singer (Robbins) is tormented by the vivid memories of war and the heartbreaking death of his son. Demonic visions and hallucinations begin to haunt him day and night, leaving Jacob disturbed and searching for answers. Unsure if he is suffering from post-traumatic stress, dementia, or something paranormal, Jacob finds himself quickly spiraling out of control in this taut psychological thriller.
Pricing: Blu-ray Disc $19.99
