Blu-ray Review - Riddick

About the Movie
Vin Diesel returns to the larger-than-life role that made him a global superstar as Riddick blasts its way onto Blu-ray™ Combo Pack including Blu-ray, DVD and Digital HD with UltraViolet™ on January 14, 2014, from Universal Studios Home Entertainment. The film will also be available on Digital HD December 17, 2013. The third feature film installment of the blockbuster series returns to its hardcore action roots with an all-new, no-holds-barred adventure from writer and director David Twohy, creator of the hit franchise.

Debuting an Unrated Director’s Cut with even more intense, heart-pounding sequences not shown in theaters and an alternate ending, the Blu-ray Combo Pack includes bonus features that reveal the behind-the-scenes secrets of the heart-stopping thriller’s incredible cast, uniquely talented crew and cutthroat characters. In addition, Riddick will be available in a new collection that includes all three movies in the groundbreaking franchise: Pitch Black, The Chronicles of Riddick and Riddick plus The Chronicles of Riddick: Dark Fury from Emmy Award-Winning animator, Peter Chung (“Æon Flux”).

In an electrifying return to his signature role, Diesel heads up an internationally acclaimed cast that includes Karl Urban (Star Trek franchise), Katee Sackhoff (“Battlestar Galactica”), Jordi Mollà (Columbiana), WWE superstar Dave Bautista (upcoming Guardians of the Galaxy), Noah Danby (“Defiance”), Danny Blanco Hall (Immortals), Bokeem Woodbine (Total Recall), Matt Nable (Killer Elite), Raoul Trujillo (Apocalypto), Conrad Pla (Immortals), Neil Napier (White House Down), Nolan Gerard Funk (“Aliens in America”) and two-time Grammy Award nominee Keri Lynn Hilson.

The Blu-ray Combo Pack includes a Blu-ray, DVD and Digital HD with UltraViolet.

Blu-ray™ unleashes the power of your HDTV and is the best way to watch movies at home, featuring 6X the picture resolution of DVD, exclusive extras and theater-quality surround sound. DVD offers the flexibility and convenience of playing movies in more places, both at home and away.

DIGITAL HD with Ultraviolet lets fans watch movies anywhere on their favorite devices. Users can instantly stream or download movies to watch on iPad®, iPhone®, Android™, smart TVs, connected Blu-ray players, game consoles, and more.
Bonus Features Exclusively on Blu-ray

• The Twohy Touch—In this short film, writer and director David Twohy explains the development of Riddick, the third feature film in his high-concept sci-fi series. Interviews and on-set footage detail Twohy’s vision and inspiration, as well as the creative collaboration between the filmmaker and star Vin Diesel that takes the cult franchise to a new level.
• Riddickian Tech—The filmmakers, including Riddick’s amazing effects team, talk about the extraordinary technologies used to create Riddick’s eye-popping sci-fi elements, from the practical effects to the green screen wonders that made it possible to bring this high-intensity, futuristic thriller to the big screen.
• The World Of Riddick—Key members of the filmmaking team, including director David Twohy, production designer Joseph C. Nemec III and director of photography David Eggby talk about the inspiration and influences behind the film’s vivid and unique visuals and savage predators.

Bonus Features on Blu-ray and DVD

• Vin’s Riddick—Vin Diesel, his co-stars and the entire filmmaking team provide an inside look at the superstar’s passion for everything from the film’s production and development to his intensive physical training, as well as just what makes Diesel ideal for the role of the indestructible Richard B. Riddick.
• Meet The Mercs—From Karl Urban and Katee Sackhoff to Jordi Mollà, Dave Bautista, Bokeem Woodbine, and Nolan Gerard Funk, this featurette spotlights the dynamic supporting cast of Riddick and the characters they portray, exploring what the actors bring to their roles, as well as the weapons and clothing styles that define them to enhance this heart-stopping thriller.
• Riddick: Blindsided—A motion comic prequel to Riddick that fills in the gap since 2004’s The Chronicles of Riddick.

My Take on the Movie
This was a movie that any Riddick fan will love. From the beginning to the end you are given a ton of action packed sequences with violence, but also a story that adds to the two previous movies that have been made. The actors do a great job bringing their characters to life and you are drawn into the story itself. This movie goes back to some of its' monster movie roots as you will find Riddick having to kick the butts of a ton of monsters in this movie which is part of the overall fun itself. All-in-all this was a ton of fun and you will be kept on the edge of your seat until the very end of the movie.


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Disney's MILLION DOLLAR ARM - Trailer and Poster

In a last ditch effort to save his career as a sports agent, JB Bernstein (Jon Hamm) concocts a scheme to find baseball’s next great pitching ace. Hoping to find a young cricket pitcher he can turninto a Major League Baseball star, JB travels to India to produce a realityshow competition called “Million Dollar Arm.” With the help of a cantankerous but eagle-eyed retired baseball scout (Alan Arkin) he discovers Dinesh (played by Madhur Mittal from “Slumdog Millionaire”) and Rinku (played by Suraj Sharma from “Life of Pi”), two 18 year old boys who have no idea about playing baseball, yet have a knack for throwing a fastball. Hoping to sign them to major league contracts and make a quick buck, JB brings the boys home toAmerica to train. While the Americans are definitely out of their element in India — the boys, who have never left their rural villages — are equally challenged when they come to the States. As the boys learn the finer points of baseball — JB, with the help of his charming friend Brenda (Lake Bell) — learns valuable life lessons about teamwork, commitment and what it means to be a family.

Directed by Craig Gillespie from a screenplay written by Tom McCarthy, Walt Disney Pictures’ drama “Million Dollar Arm” stars Jon Hamm, Aasif Mandvi, Suraj Sharma, Lake Bell, Madhur Mittal, Pitobash and Alan Arkin. The producers are Mark Ciardi, Gordon Gray and Joe Roth. The executive producers are Palak Patel, Kevin Hollaran,Bill Simmons and Connor Schell. The film will be release in the United States on May 16, 2014.



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DVD Review - Danny Phantom: The Complete Series

About the DVD Set
Find out how an average kid became part ghost-and all ghost hunter! With the extraordinary ability to turn himself into a super-heroic apparition, Danny Fenton must track down and defeat ghastly ghouls, while keeping his identity a secret!

All three seasons of Danny Phantom will be available in one gleefully ghoulish package when Shout! Factory releases Danny Phantom: The Complete Series on DVD January 28th, 2014. Get ready to take a trip to the other side with this 10-DVD set featuring all 53 original episodes of the hit Nickelodeon series.

And you thought the hassles of everyday high school life were bad! Meet Danny Fenton, a good-natured, ordinary 14-year-old kid with extraordinary powers. After an accident involving ‘Ghost Zone’ portal of his two highly eccentric ghost-hunting parents, Danny now has the half-ectoplasmic DNA of a ghost, giving him the ability to fight off the horrible spooks, specters and vengeful ghost hunters threatening our world! But before Danny can defeat anything, he must first learn to control his newfound powers with the help of his best friends, tech-head Tucker and self-proclaimed goth Sam.

Danny Phantom features an all-star voice cast, including David Kaufman (The Buzz on Maggie), Grey DiLisle (Rugrats, The Fairly Odd Parents), Rickey D’Shon Collins (Recess), Colleen O'Shaughnessey (Naruto), Rob Paulsen (Pinky and the Brain), Kath Soucie (Dexter’s Laboratory, Ben 10) and Martin Mull, Frank Welker (Transformers).

See all 53 Episodes

1. Mystery Meat
2. Paternal Bonding
3. One of a Kind
4. Attack of the Killer Garage Sale
5. Splitting Images
6. What You Want
7. Bitter Reunions
8. Prisoners of Love
9. My Brother's Keeper
10. Shades of Gray
11. Fanning the Flames
12. Teacher of the Year
13. 13
14. Fright Night
15. Public Enemies
16. Maternal Instinct
17. Lucky in Love
18. Life Lessons
19. The Million Dollar Ghost
20. Control Freaks
21. Memory Blank
22. Doctor's Disorders
23. Pirate Radio
24. Reign Storm (1)
25. Reign Storm (2)
26. Identity Crisis
27. The Fenton Menace
28. The Ultimate Enemy (1)
29. The Ultimate Enemy (2)
30. Secret Weapons
31. The Fright Before Christmas
32. Flirting with Disaster
33. Micro-Management
34. Beauty Marked
35. King Tuck
36. Masters of All Time
37. Reality Trip (1)
38. Reality Trip (2)
39. Double Cross My Heart
40. Kindred Spirits
41. Eye for an Eye
42. Infinite Realms
43. Girls Night Out
44. Torrent of Terror
45. Forever Phantom
46. Urban Jungle
47. Livin' Large
48. Boxed Up Fury
49. Frightmare
50. Claw of the Wild
51. D-Stabilized
52. Phantom Planet (1)
53. Phantom Planet (2)



My Take on the Book
This was an amazing collection of the entire series of Danny Phantom. As someone who has been a fan of the series for a long time and have been waiting for the complete series to be in one place at one time and now it is! You get all of the action and fun in one set and it is one that will entertain you and the whole family for hours and hours.


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Book Review - Grandma's Yarn

About the Book
Let's take a trip together to a home where folks take time to really listen and care for each other, to a family where the laughter is homemade, and to a place where every day is truly treated as a gift that has been given to each one of us.



My Take on the Book
GRANDMA'S YARN is based on a true Christmas event in Waneta Cotner Worstine's family. Waneta explains in her story how her family always created memories together through activities, projects, games, and more. Her grandparents were the center of the action when they were alive. Waneta's family encouraged her to write this beautiful story in memory of her grandparents and the story of her grandmother's yarn activity.

GRANDMA'S YARN could be the catalyst to inspire you to create family activities which will produce memories and traditions within your family. It is a heartwarming story about family love and the desire for all family members to connect. They did this through communicating with each other, laughing together, listening to each other, and the desire to build strong family relationships.

I believe you will enjoy this story and want to share it with your child.



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The Cubodira Cutting Board and Collapsible Dish Drying Rack Saves Space

About the Product
The Cubodira creates more counter space for holiday treats and décor by combining two kitchen necessities in one. Attractively priced at $49.95, the Cubodira is a durable scratch resistant cutting board that unfolds into a drying rack with an inclined base so water automatically drains into a sink. The Cubodira has a thick surface to minimize scratching making it a great holiday gift for anyone who loves to cook.

Made of white polyethylene the 14.5" x 16.5" x 1.5". Cutting board has a high density and is the ideal material to clean and maintain. After slicing and dicing on the cutting board simply push the front latch to unlock, pull it up, and slide out the front bar to transform Cubodira into a drying rack for easy cleaning after the meal. The drying rack holds 9 dishes, glasses and silverware. An indent on the bottom allows it to be placed over a sink edge allowing water to drain into the sink. Cubodira is great for preparing fun festive meals and cleaning up after brunch, lunch or dinner with friends and family.

Features

• Four rubber feet keep it stable on any surface.
• A small indent at the underside of the end allows it to be placed over a sink lip so water drains into a sink.
• The base is inclined so water drains easily when dishes are placed in the rack
• A "trombone arm" provides support for glasses at the end of the dish rack.
• A lock at the end of the closed cutting board locks it shut for cleaning the surface
• A surface indent on the cutting board minimizes liquid flowing off onto a counter during use
• Stainless steel plate supports provide strength and durability

My Take on the Product
The JonJas Company has produced a cutting board and dish rack constructed of a polyethylene material which is sturdy, minimizes scratches, is easy to store and to clean. The top section is a good size cutting board and when you open it up, there is a dish rack. The metal dish and silverware holding sections are made of stainless steel. The sections come apart easily for cleaning purposes. The dish rack is on a small angle so the water does not pool in the bottom.

If you have storage issues but could use a cutting board and dish rack, I believe you will find this a useful addition to your kitchen. It would make a lovely bridal shower , wedding gift, or house warming gift also.



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Be Prepared - When I’m Gone – My Info, Wishes, & Thoughts Journal

About the Journal
People rarely discuss end of life wishes when it is the most important thing you should do – no matter your age. The pages guide you through the process to communicate info, wishes, and thoughts. The best time to do this is before a life-threatening illness occurs or a crisis hits. It will greatly reduce the stress, uncertainty, and anxiety for you and your family.

“This all-inclusive journal goes into great detail and has very thoughtful prompts on each page – things I never even thought of” says customer Cherice Ridley. “I love that it not only covers all of the important facts but allows me to write a little autobiography. The prompts make it so easy.” She vows to leave one for her children to avoid having them making so many hard decisions at such an emotional time.

This journal has plenty of space to write down the locations of your important documents, including Wills, Power of Attorney, financial and insurance info, service providers, credit card info, and usernames & passwords. It features several pages for funeral wishes, a health history, education, and work history along with a family tree. Guided pages help to record special details of your childhood through adult life along with cherished accomplishments and unrealized dreams. You can leave special messages and advice to specific people.

“This journal was designed mainly for baby boomers coming into their golden years although we encourage people of all ages to fill one out” says Barb Morina, President of Journals Unlimited. “I had so many questions for my parents – and could not find anything on the market that allowed them to express all of their wishes, information, and life history in one place. Luckily, owning a company that carries the world’s largest collection of themed and guided journals, allowed me to put something together. It is our most comprehensive journal ever! It is truly the gift of a lifetime.”



My Take on the Book
Journals Unlimited has published a journal called WHEN I'M GONE: MY INFO, WISHES, AND THOUGHTS. It is a sturdy journal with pages for you to communicate your wishes and help you through the process of thinking through the information your friends and family may need to know if you become ill or die.

I found the journal to contain pages for information that I had not thought about, even though many of my wishes and information are written down already. To give you several examples: there are pages on the usual kinds of information about your living will,, last will and testament, trusts, estate planning, organ donation and insurances. In addition to those pages there are also entries your funeral and memorial service, your family and medical history, memories of your life you wish to pass along, and pages to share special messages to individuals.
I would say this is probably the most complete book of your history that you would ever find.

My feeling is we need to make it easier for those we leave behind when we pass from this life. Writing down our thought and wishes is one way we can do this while we are alive. I believe you will find this journal an avenue for that process.



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Book Review - E-Squared

About the Book
Don’t face reality. Create reality!

E-Squared could best be described as a lab manual with simple experiments to prove once and for all that reality is malleable, that consciousness trumps matter, and that you shape your life with your mind. Rather than take it on faith, you are invited to conduct nine 48-hour experiments to prove there really is a positive, loving, totally hip force in the universe. Yes, you read that right. It says prove.

The experiments, each of which can be conducted with absolutely no money and very little time expenditure, demonstrate that spiritual principles are as dependable as gravity, as consistent as Newton’s laws of motion. For years, you’ve been hoping and praying that spiritual principles are true. Now, you can know.

E-Squared proves the following:

1. There is an invisible energy force or field of infinite possibilities.
2. You impact the field and draw from it according to your beliefs and expectations.
3. You, too, are a field of energy.
4. Whatever you focus on expands.
5. Your connection to the field provides accurate and unlimited guidance.
6. Your thoughts and consciousness impact matter.
7. Your thoughts and consciousness provide the scaffolding for your physical body.
8. You are connected to everything and everyone else in the universe.
9. The universe is limitless, abundant, and strangely accommodating.

My Take on the Book
This was a great book that makes you really think about yourself and what is possible for your own life. Each of the experiments that are shared are ones that will make you re-evaluate your world. This is not an easy journey, and it will definitely take some time to go through - so don't expect easy fixes. Yet, step-by-step you are empowered to make changes that will impact your life for the better and expand your realm of the possible.


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