This Week on DVD: Observe and Report, Lymelife, Star Trek: TNG Motion Picture Collection

Jody Hill's answer to Paul Blart is out on DVD today as Seth Rogen goes off the deep end in the dark and hilarious Observe and Report. On the flipside, we've also got the Matthew McConaughey rom-com Ghosts of Girlfriends Past, the animated CG adventure Battle for Terra, and the direct-to-DVD Scooby Doo prequel Scooby Doo: The Mystery Begins. Some potential hidden gems include the Sundance hit Lymelife, Clive Barker's Book of Blood, and Rob Zombie's animated sex comedy The Haunted World of El Superbeasto. New releases on Blu-ray include the Criterion release of Monterey Pop, Edgar Wright's Shaun of the Dead and Hot Fuzz, plus whole lot of Star Trek. See anything worth picking up? Observe and Report [1] (DVD, Blu-ray [2]) Ghosts of Girlfriends Past [3] (DVD, Blu-ray [4]) Lymelife [5] (DVD, Blu-ray [6]) Battle for Terra [7] (DVD, Blu-ray [8]) Scooby-Doo! The Mystery Begins [9] (DVD, Blu-ray [10]) The Haunted World of El Superbeasto [11] (DVD, Blu-ray [12]) Clive Barker's Book of Blood [13] (DVD, Blu-ray [14]) O'Horten [15] Adam Resurrected [16] (DVD, Blu-ray [17]) The Anna Nicole Smith Story [18] Albino Farm [19] Wallace and Gromit: A Matter of Loaf and Death [20] Wallace & Gromit: The Complete Collection [21] (DVD, Blu-ray [22]) Loose Change 9/11: An American Coup [23] Paul Newman: The Tribute Collection [24] 30 Rock: Season 3 [25] Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles Season 2 [26] (DVD, Blu-ray [27]) The Mentalist: The Complete First Season [28] Brotherhood: The Final Season [29] Castle: Season 1 [30] Ugly Betty: Season 3 [31] Ghost Whisperer: The Fourth Season [32] Taxi: The Fourth Season [33] Hot Fuzz [34] (Blu-ray) Shaun of the Dead [35] (Blu-ray) Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan [36] (Blu-ray) Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home [37] (Blu-ray) Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country [38] (Blu-ray) Star Trek: The Next Generation Motion Picture Collection [39] (Blu-ray) Star Trek: First Contact [40] (Blu-ray) Star Trek: The Original Series: Season 2 [41] (Blu-ray) The Complete Monterey Pop Festival: Criterion Collection [42] (Blu-ray) Pierrot le fou: Criterion Collection [43] (Blu-ray) Godzilla, King of the Monsters (Gojira) [44] (Blu-ray) [1] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B001UV4X8S/spacejunk-20 [2] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B001UV4X92/spacejunk-20 [3] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B001OQCUZM/spacejunk-20 [4] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B001OQCUZW/spacejunk-20 [5] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B002FP1426/spacejunk-20 [6] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B002FP141W/spacejunk-20 [7] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B002FVPFUC/spacejunk-20 [8] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B002FVPFU2/spacejunk-20 [9] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0027CT65E/spacejunk-20 [10] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B002FGTPRQ/spacejunk-20 [11] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B002CGT0TW/spacejunk-20 [12] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B002CGT0U6/spacejunk-20 [13] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B002GIBVPC/spacejunk-20 [14] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B002GIBVO8/spacejunk-20 [15] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B002H6NVPG/spacejunk-20 [16] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B002C39T1Y/spacejunk-20 [17] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B002C39T28/spacejunk-20 [18] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B002C8YSF6/spacejunk-20 [19] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B002GHHK30/spacejunk-20 [20] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B001OC6RZA/spacejunk-20 [21] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B002DPVI0Q/spacejunk-20 [22] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B002DR2GJQ/spacejunk-20 [23] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B002FOQY7M/spacejunk-20 [24] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B002CWKTU0/spacejunk-20 [25] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0024FAD9M/spacejunk-20 [26] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B001AQO43M/spacejunk-20 [27] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B001AQR3J4/spacejunk-20 [28] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B001CTDH76/spacejunk-20 [29] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B001AQMBF0/spacejunk-20 [30] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B001XRLWPQ/spacejunk-20 [31] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B001L1S1SK/spacejunk-20 [32] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B001G0MFLU/spacejunk-20 [33] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B002FLOTFO/spacejunk-20 [34] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B002HR1W1K/spacejunk-20 [35] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0025VLEM0/spacejunk-20 [36] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B002I9Z8B2/spacejunk-20 [37] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B002I9Z8CG/spacejunk-20 [38] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B002I9Z8DK/spacejunk-20 [39] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B002I9Z8GW/spacejunk-20 [40] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B002I9Z8G2/spacejunk-20 [41] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B002I9Z89Y/spacejunk-20 [42] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B002E01M9C/spacejunk-20 [43] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B002EBRFCY/spacejunk-20 [44] http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B002C6VMKC/spacejunk-20

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Abrams Talks Star Trek Sequel

One of my favorite films of 2009 is without a doubt Star Trek. I'm geeked on a franchise that I used to only like for Wrath of Khan (and a soft spot in my heart for the antics in Voyage Home). I have also been a die-hard fan of J.J. Abrams since before Lost -- okay, maybe not die hard until Lost -- and am happy to see that both these entities are sticking together for any possible sequel.

Star Trek Sequel Talk
LA Times caught up to JJ Abrams and Roberto Orci to discuss the current happenings for a possible Star Trek sequel. Abrams reminds us that he won't make another movie just to cash in on a sequel, and is looking for the next angle they'd like to approach.

Abrams Star Trek DVD/Blu-Ray Is Packed With Features

While not the most sophisticated science fiction movie ever made, it was a lot of fun to watch. Paramount Home Entertainment has announced all of the features that will be included in the DVD and 2 or 3 disc Blu-Ray edition of Star Trek on November 17th. Here the press release!DIRECTOR J.J. ABRAMS PHENOMENAL REIMAGINING OF THE LEGENDARY ADVENTURE SOARS ONTO DVD AND BLU-RAY $375 Million Worldwide Sensation Beams Up to a Single and Two-Disc DVD and Three-Disc Blu-ray November 17, 2009< HOLLYWOOD, Calif. This year audiences thrilled at the triumphant voyage of the Starship Enterprise and her young and vibrant crew in movie theaters across the planetand on November 17, 2009, the world will go where no one has gone before when STAR TREK debuts as a three-disc Blu-ray with digital copy, two-disc DVD with digital copy and a single-disc DVD from Paramount Home Entertainment. Bursting with spectacular action (Hollywood Reporter) and pure filmmaking exhilaration (Rolling Stone) director J.J. Abrams sensational reinvention of the Star Trek franchise was hailed by critics and embraced by long-time and new fans alike, earning over $375 million at the worldwide box office. Starring a hot young cast including Chris Pine (Carriers), Zachary Quinto (Heroes), Zoe Saldana (Avatar), Karl Urban (The Bourne Supremacy), John Cho (Harold & Kumar Go To White Castle), Anton Yelchin (Terminator Salvation) and Simon Pegg (Shaun of the Dead), the global smash hit also features seasoned actors such as Eric Bana (Munich), Bruce Greenwood (National Treasure: Book of Secrets), Winona Ryder (Girl, Interrupted) and the original Spock himself, Leonard Nimoy. I cannot wait for fans of Star Trek to check out the home entertainment release of the film. The behind-the-scenes features on the DVD -- and especially the Blu-ray -- give a wonderful look at the crazy hard work and incredible fun that went into making this movie, said J.J. Abrams. The cast and crew were truly extraordinary to work with -- watching these special features, you'll see why. And for people who didn't catch Star Trek in the theater, I hope they do now, as Paramount has done an exceptional job with this release; the picture and sound quality are both excellent. The STAR TREK DVD and Blu-ray will boast out-of-this-world special features to take viewers even further into the new universe of the rousing space adventure. The two-disc DVD and three-disc Blu-ray include in-depth explorations of the reimagining of the franchise, the phenomenal cast, the spectacularly real action sequences, the powerful score and the captivating aliens, commentary by J.J. Abrams, the writers and producers, a gag reel and a digital copy of the film. Additionally, the discs feature compelling deleted scenes that reveal a side story involving Nero with a first-ever look at Abrams version of the infamous warrior Klingons. The STAR TREK Blu-ray boldly ventures beyond the final frontier with over three hours of sensational bonus footage including branching pods that allow for enhanced exploration, more fascinating features on the starships, planets, props, costumes and sound of STAR TREK, as well as a Starfleet Vessel Simulator and access to the latest NASA news about real-life space exploration via BD-Live. The two-disc DVD and three-disc Blu-ray will also offer a home entertainment first: groundbreaking augmented reality technology. Using a webcam, a Star Trek visual cue will morph into a 3D holographic tour of the U.S.S. Enterprise on the screen, providing a unique immersive and interactive experience. DVD: The STAR TREK two-disc DVD is presented in widescreen enhanced for 16:9 televisions with Dolby Digital English 5.1 Surround, French 5.1 Surround and Spanish 5.1 Surround with English, French and Spanish subtitles. Special features are as follows: Disc 1: CommentaryBy director J.J. Abrams, writers Robert Orci and Alex Kurtzman, producer Damon Lindelof and executive producer Bryan Burk. A New Vision J.J. Abrams vision was not only to create a Star Trek that was a bigger, more action-packed spectacle, but also to make the spectacle feel real. Every aspect of productionfrom unique locations to the use of classic Hollywood camera trickswas guided by this overall objective. Gag ReelBloopers featuring the entire principal cast. Disc 2: Digital Copy Deleted Scenes with Optional Commentary o Spock Birth o Klingons Take Over Narada o Young Kirk, Johnny and Uncle Frank o Amanda and Sarek Argue After Spock Fights o Prison Interrogation and Breakout o Sarek Gets Amanda o Dorm Room and Kobayashi Maru (original version) o Kirk Apologizes to the Green Girl o Sarek Sees Spock To Boldly Go Taking on the worlds most beloved science fiction franchise was no small mission. Director J.J. Abrams, writers Roberto Orci and Alex Kurtzman, producer Damon Lindelof, and executive producer Bryan Burk talk about the many challenges they faced and their strategy for success. Casting The producers knew their greatest task was finding the right cast to reprise these epic roles. The cast, for their part, talk about the experience of trying to capture the essence of these mythic characters. The piece concludes with a moving tribute to Leonard Nimoy. Aliens Designers Neville Page and Joel Harlow talk about the hurdles they faced creating new alien species, recreating the Romulans and Vulcans, and designing the terrifying creatures on Delta Vega for the new Star Trek. Score As a fan of the original series, composer Michael Giacchino embraced the challenge of creating new music for Star Trek while preserving the spirit of Alexander Courages celebrated theme. DVD-Rom: o STAR TREK® D-A-C Free Trial Game for XBOX 360® o Weblink to the STAR TREK® D-A-C Free Trial Game for PC o Weblink to the STAR TREK® D-A-C Free Trial Game for PlayStation® Network Blu-ray The STAR TREK three-disc Blu-ray is presented in 1080p High Definition with English 5.1 Dolby TrueHD, French 5.1 Dolby Digital and Spanish 5.1 Dolby Digital with English, English SDH, French, Spanish and Portuguese subtitles. Special features are as follows: Disc 1: CommentaryBy director J.J. Abrams, writers Robert Orci and Alex Kurtzman, producer Damon Lindelof and executive producer Bryan Burk. NASA News This BD-Live feature gives viewers access to the latest NASA news about real space exploration. Learn about new mission developments and check out featured imagery from around the universe. Disc 2: To Boldly GoSee description above. o Branching Pods: The Shatner Conundrum Red Shirt Guy The Green Girl Trekker Alert! CastingSee description above. A New VisionSee description above. o Branching Pods: Savage Pressure StarshipsAbrams and production designer Scott Chambliss were careful to pay tribute to the design of the original Enterprise, but they also wanted to make it futuristic and cool for a modern audience. This chapter focuses on the unique stories behind the creation of the films starships. o Branching Pods: Warp Explained Paint Job Bridge Construction Accelerated The Captains Chair Button Acting 101 Shuttle Shuffle Narada Construction Accelerated AliensSee description above. o Branching Pods: The Alien Paradox Big-Eyed Girl Big Bro Quinto Klingons Drakoulias Anatomy 101 Planets >From the frozen landscape of Delta Vega to the desert plains of Vulcan, Scott Chambliss and the art department had a number of radically different planets to create. Abrams desire to shoot on real locations whenever possible led the production team to a number of strange and surprising locations. o Branching Pods: Extra Business Confidentiality Props and Costumes Property master Russell Bobbitt had the unique challenge of designing props that were both true to the original series and pertinent to todays technology. Likewise, costume designer Mic

Enterprising Opening For Star Trek

Well, The Voyage Home has been a long one, but the weekend’s First Contact with the JJ Abrams-directed Star Trek reboot showed much promise for the new (old?) franchise. The film pulled in an estimated $76.5M over its extended three-and-a-half-day debut.…

Star Trek The Marathon: There Be Whales Here!

Our Star Trek marathon warps on with our fourth film, Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home. Katey remains a total Trek noob and Josh is, as always, a huge nerd. Follow along with our entire marathon by going right here. JOSH: After the success of Wrath of Khan, I'd really hoped Search for Spock would seal the deal and make Katey a lifelong Trekker. But she didn't buy into my insistence that Star Trek III is better than it gets ...

Weekly Poll Results: Best Environmental-Themed Movie

Earth Day inspired last week's poll topic, which was environmental-themed movies. Looking at the results, it's cool to see that the votes were spread out across many different genres, although the winner was certainly no surprise: Pixar's Wall-E! The "save the whales" theme from Star Trek IV was blatant enough to secure the #2 spot on the poll, while Korean monster movie The Host held down #3. Whale Rider and Happy Feet finished in a deadlock for last place, despite the fact that they both were critically-acclaimed and received Academy Award recognition. I guess not everyone can have the Pixar Touch™! 1. Wall-E -- 29% 2. Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home -- 15.7% 3. The Host -- 11.9% 4. An Inconvenient Truth -- 10.4% 4. Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind -- 10.4% 6. The Toxic Avenger -- 9.7% 7. Soylent Green -- 6% 8. Erin Brockovich -- 3.7% 9. Happy Feet -- 1.5% 9. Whale Rider -- 1.5%

New Star Trek Production Photos

Paramount Pictures has sent over a new batch of movie stills for Star Trek. With the film's theatrical release quickly approaching, expect the media updates to begin beaming in at an accelerated rate.

Star Trek Stills
As an added bonus, Paramount has also released a collection of dossiers, which give those of you non-Trekkies descriptions and definitions on various planets, races and characters. What I'd suggest is just go watch Wrath of Khan. End of story. Maybe Voyage Home for a couple of laughs, but stick with Khan.