Inspired by the acclaimed graphic novel from Robert Rodi and Esad Ribic, Marvel Knights Animation’s “Thor & Loki: Blood Brothers” takes a powerful look inside the minds of Thor & Loki, brothers in the mythical land of Asgard and seemingly forever enemies. But just why does Loki hate his brother Thor? And could it be that this master of mischief isn’t really the villain he’s been branded? Loki’s insatiable lust for power and his feud with Thor take on new meaning in this resonant epic.
Dr. Grace Devlin is a promising young surgeon working in Chicago’s most pre-eminent hospital. Still, she can’t escape her Southside roots. With her kid brother facing a mobster’s wrath, Grace makes a deal and agrees to work “off book” for the infamous Chicago Outfit. As Grace’s “day job” forces her to take on emotionally compelling cases – a convict determined to donate his heart to his estranged daughter, a whole family injured in a horrific hit-and-run – she is also forced to deal with mob-related tasks, doing emergency medical procedures in back rooms, treating mobsters hiding from the law and even working on a stolen thoroughbred only hours before he’s due to race. Through it all, Grace fights to keep her dual life a secret… except from the one man who knows Grace best – Southside mob boss Constantine Alexander, whose relationship with Grace is more than it seems.
One-time martial arts prodigy Michael Shaw is sentenced to community service at a rundown karate school, where he gets back into the discipline of the sport. During a local MMA fight he encounters the man who killed his family a decade ago, and his decision to get revenge involves going behind his karate master’s back to train and compete in the upcoming MMA tournament. When he finally goes toe to toe in the ring with his parents’ killer he won’t stop until the last punch knocks his opponent to the ground, leaving him TAPPED OUT.
Initiated by the Golden Horse Film Festival, 10+10 is a collaborative project that brings together 20 Taiwanese film directors, each given free rein to create a 5-minute short under the central theme of “Taiwan’s uniqueness”. The resulting anthology, encompassing a whole spectrum of genres, styles, and subjects, is not only a showcase for the creativity and diversity of contemporary Taiwan cinema, but also a love letter to the island they call home.
Outstanding Basic Photography DVD! Informative, upbeat, interesting, insightful. Great for someone who wants to move away from the auto settings and venture into the manual settings!
This new Magic Lantern DVD is absolutely essential for every proud owner of a digital SLR! That’s because being a good photographer isn’t about having costly equipment or scores of accessories, it’s about knowing HOW to use them. And that’s exactly what this superbly produced, high-definition 65 minute workshop teaches: basic, timeless photographic techniques that everyone with a camera should know. With plenty of real-world examples shown in an easy-to-follow action format, it explains the advantages SLRs offer over other digital cameras; the range of available lenses; how to achieve perfect exposure and focus; and the camera’s many options for quality settings. There’s also information on white balance, principles of good composition, and working with your built-in flash.
This weekly course covers the most common questions videographers encounter when shooting and editing with DSLR cameras, from choosing a frame size and frame rate to understanding moiré. Authors Rich Harrington and Robbie Carman will also help you understand the impacts of compression and the difference between cropped (or micro 4/3rds) and full-sized sensors in cameras, and much more. This continual FAQ guide is a handy way to find the answers to the questions that plague you the most.
Something a bit different from the team of Jackie Chan and Sammo Hung, Heart of Dragon has action scenes and comedy, but also tells the dramatic tale of two brothers who are torn between duty and dreams. Tat Fung (Chan) has recently left a S.W.A.T.-type agency for the local police force to take care of his mentally disabled older brother Do-do (Hung). Tat has put away his dreams of marriage and traveling the world as a sailor to watch after Do-do. While playing cops and robbers with his kid friends, Do-do gets mixed up in a jewelry heist and is kidnapped by the bad guys.
In a haunting examination of the female psyche, Genevieve moves to the country with her self-involved boyfriend, Sebastian. Bored and neglected, Genevieve turns to Robin, a local woman, for companionship. When Sebastian forms his own bond with Robin, Genevieve becomes jealous and insecure.
WARNING! PLEASE DO NOT WATCH THIS IS YOU ARE SQUEAMISH. “Executions” is one of the most disturbing documentaries ever made. This is a very graphic and real film, not some footage that the film makers have created, and many would consider it to be vile and sick. Many had said that this movie should never be released… The film makers are showing their disgust! They challenge you to look into the subjects eyes to an extent that it may even change the minds of some of those in favour of execution…
“Executions” is a documentary showing real footage of the many different methods humanity has used through-out history for capital punishment. During the film, the makers point out how unjustifiable the death penalty is in every situation, so they do take a staunch stance against what they’re presenting. Footage from live executions are shown in detail.
A midwestern teacher questions his sexuality after a former student makes a comment about him at the Academy Awards.
A fascinating and honest look into the porn industry. It’s been called “Hollywood’s little secret.” But for thousands of uninhibited actors and filmmakers, it’s a chance to grab a piece of America’s multi-billion-dollar pornography pie. Going Down in the Valley is a 6-part documentary series on the status of the adult film industry in Southern California’s San Fernandino Valley. It goes deep into the lives of the various types of pornography with their creators, directors, and stars.
In this modern day drama, Oscar-winner Melissa Leo beautifully conveys the heart-wrenching struggle that comes with love and addiction, while also lightheartedly depicting a woman rediscovering romance. She plays hopelessly hopeful Faye, mother to Sylvie (Marin Ireland) who, many months after a car accident, continues to complain of back pain. After refusing physical therapy, it becomes clear to everyone but Faye that her daughter is addicted to pain killers. When earnest environmentalist Beckett (Josh Hamilton) moves to town, Faye quickly befriends him, hoping that he will be the solution to Sylvie’s problems. As Beckett finds himself further intertwined in their lives, he inadvertently helps Faye realize the depth of her family’s problem, even as he brings a touch of happiness. Before too long Faye’s hand is forced, and she must decide whether to protect her daughter or find the happiness that she has long denied herself.
