September 1, 1998
$9.98 COLLECTION (MCA)
Ten titles are released at $9.98: FOREIGN STUDENT; THE STING II; CRY BABY; FIRESTARTER;
THE GETAWAY; THE LEGACY; SEPTEMBER 30, 1995; SLAP SHOT; ARMY OF DARKNESS and MYSTERY
THEATER 3000.
3 NINJAS: HIGH NOON AT MEGA MOUNTAIN (Columbia/Tri-Star)
Stars: Hulk Hogan, Loni Anderson, Jim Varney, Victor Wong
A fading TV star comes to the rescue of some teenage martial arts
students in a robbery at an amusement park. Rated PG; 94m; $13.95.
4 LITTLE GIRLS (HBO)
Stars: Bill Cosby, Walter Cronkite, Jesse Jackson, Andrew Young, Corretta Scott King,
George Wallace
Spike Lee directs this powerful documentary about the bombing of a Baptist church that
killed four girls on September 15, 1963. 102m.
ADVENTURES IN BIGGLELAND
Stars: The Kidsongs Kids
Two new-to-video titles, "Meet the Biggles" and "Billy's Birthday" are
released. Each contains song and dance by the popular Kidsongs Kids and Biggle characters
like Freckles, Billy and Ruby. 30m each; $12.98.
AMERICAN TALL TALES & LEGENDS (Lyrick)
Stars: Shelley Duvall
Five titles from Shelley Duvall's children's video series, including two
never-before-released. Included are: PONCE DE LEON starring Michael York, Sally Kellerman
and Paul Rodriguez; JOHN HENRY starring Danny Glover, Tom Hulce, Lynn Whitfield, Lou Rawls
and Barry Corbin; DARLIN' CLEMENTINE starring Shelley Duvall, Ed Asner and David Dukes and
PECOS BILL - KING OF THE COWBOYS starring Steve Guttenberg, Martin Mull and Rebecca de
Mornay.
BARNEY'S HALLOWEEN PARTY (Lyrick)
Stars: Barney and friends
Barney and his friends celebrate one of their favorite holidays in this new video.
Includes fun and interesting craft ideas, the rules of safe trick-or-treating and more.
$14.95.
THE BATMAN/SUPERMAN MOVIE (Warner Bros.)
The two biggest names in superhero crimefighting gather their wits and strength to defeat
the evil Joker and Lex Luthor. A direct-to-video animated title. 80m. $14.95.
BBC TITLES (Fox)
A special release of classic moments from ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS MOMENTS, including brand new
footage and a collection of classic moments and outtakes from the series; Two new volumes
from FRENCH & SAUNDERS and the home video debut of THE VICAR OF DIBLEY.
THE BEGINNER'S BIBLE (Sony Wonder)
Two all new animated tales from the popular "Beginner's Bible" series are
released for Christmas. Included are: THE STORY OF JESUS AND HIS MIRACLES and THE STORY OF
THE GOOD SAMARITAN. 30m each; $9.98.
THE BEST OF KERMIT ON SESAME STREET (Sony Wonder)
Stars: Kermit the Frog
A tribute to the legendary Kermit the Frog. This 30m video contains Kermit's best bits
from the 30 year history of Sesame Street. 30m; $12.98 each.
BLUES BROTHERS 2000 (MCA)
Stars: Dan Aykroyd, John Goodman, Joe Morton
This sequel to the colossal hit starring Aykroyd and John Belushi is nowhere as
entertaining as the original, but it's still good to see the Blues Brothers back in action
again. Rated PG-13; 124m; Close-captioned.
CAUTION TO THE WIND: THE WHITBREAD ROUND THE WORLD RACE 1997 - 1998 (ESPN)
Stars: Gary Jobson
The Whitbread, the ultimate around-the-world sailing race that began 25 years ago, is
explored in this documentary hosted by ESPN sailing analyst Gary Jobson. A 32,000 mile,
around the world race. $19.99.
CHARLOTTE'S WEB (Paramount)
Stars: Voices of Debbie Reynolds, Paul Lynde, Henry Gibson, Agnes Moorehead, Danny
Bonaduce
The classic children's film, based on the book by E.B. White,
celebrates its 25th Anniversary. $14.95.
DESMOND MORRIS' THE HUMAN SEXES (BMG)
The six-part Learning Channel series that explores the mysteries of the human sexes is
released to video. Available only in a six volume set at $89.95. 300m; $89.98.
DREAM FOR AN INSOMNIAC (Columbia/Tri-Star)
Stars: Ione Skye, Jennifer Aniston, MacKenzie Astin
An insomniac is convinced she'll be able to sleep when she meets her Prince Charming.
Guess who she finds? Rated R; 87m; Close-captioned.
FAIRYTALE - A TRUE STORY (Paramount)
Stars: Peter O'Toole, Harvey Keitel, Paul McGann, Phoebe Nicholls, Florence Hoath,
Elizabeth Earl
The true story of two young girls who claim to have seen and photographed fairies in their
garden. Things really heat up when major names of their time - Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and
Harry Houdini get involved. Now available at sell-through. Rated PG: 99m; $14.95.
HOLIDAY CLASSICS COLLECTION (Golden Books)
A collection of classic Christmas titles, and a brand new one, are released. Titles
include: RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER (with five minutes of newly restored footage);
FROSTY THE SNOWMAN; SANTA CLAUS IS COMIN' TO TOWN; THE LITTLE DRUMMER BOY and the brand
new CRICKET ON THE HEARTH. $12.98 each.
HOMEGROWN (Columbia/Tri-Star)
Stars: Billy Bob Thornton, Hank Azaria, Kelly Lynch, Jon Bon Jovi, Ryan Phillippe, Judge
Reinhold, Jon Tenney, John Lithgow, Jamie Lee Curtis
Surprisingly solid and entertaining film about a group of marijuana field employees who
take over the business when their boss turns up dead. Excellent performances by an
exceptional cast. Rated R; 102m; Close-captioned. Also available on laserdisc or DVD.
IN & OUT (Paramount)
Stars: Kevin Kline, Joan Cusack, Tom Selleck
A small town teacher's life is turned upside down when one of his former students becomes
a Hollywood superstar and calls Howard's sexuality into question on the Academy Awards
telecast. Wildly funny movie is buoyed by terrific performances throughout (particularly
Selleck and Cusack.) Now available at sell-through. Rated PG-13; 92m; Close-captioned.
JERRY SPRINGER TITLES (Real Entertainment)
Just when you thought you'd seen it all comes two new Jerry Springer titles: BAD BOYS
& NAUGHTY GIRLS and SECRET AND SURPRISES. 'Nuff said. $19.99 each.
KIKI'S DELIVERY SERVICE (BuenaVista)
Stars: Kirsten Dunst, Phil Hartman, Matthew Lawrence, Janeane Garafalo
A kind-hearted, 13-year old witch, her cynical black cat and her eager and inquisitive
friend Tombo and their adventures are explored in this animated feature. $19.99.
LEO UNAUTHORIZED: HANGIN' WITH LEONARDO DI CAPRIO (Real)
An inside look at the life of actor Leonardo DiCaprio. 35m; $12.99.
LOW PRICE COLLECTION (MCA)
A collection of titles is re-priced to $14.98 including THE PEACEMAKER starring George
Clooney and Nicole Kidman; YOUNG HERCULES; KULL THE CONQUEROR starring Kevin Sorbo; Steve
Spielberg's THE LOST WORLD and LIAR LIAR starring Jim Carrey.
MEET THE DEEDLES (Disney)
Stars: Dennis Hopper, Paul Walker, Steve Van Wormer
A couple of twin surfer dudes are sent to a Wyoming summer camp in order to "grow
up." There, they face a real challenge - a pack of prairie dogs and a vengeful
ex-Park Ranger. Rated PG; 94m; Close-captioned.
PEANUTS HOLIDAY FAVORITES (Paramount)
Stars: Charlie Brown et al
A collection of classic Peanuts animation is released. Titles include: A CHARLIE BROWN
CHRISTMAS; IT'S CHRISTMASTIME AGAIN, CHARLIE BROWN; HAPPY NEW YEAR, CHARLIE BROWN; A
CHARLIE BROWN THANKSGIVING; IT WAS MY BEST BIRTHDAY EVER, CHARLIE BROWN!$12.95.
ROBO WARRIORS (Paramount)
Stars: James Remar, James Lew
A twelve year old boy discovers the last remaining Robo Warrior and convinces him to take
up robot-warring again to defeat the evil Terridaxx. Rated PG-13; 94m.
SELL-THROUGH TITLES (Columbia/Tri-Star)
Three hits are released at $14.95 each: MEN IN BLACK; MY BEST FRIEND'S WEDDING and SENSE
AND SENSIBILITY.
THE SPOOKTACULAR NEW ADVENTURES OF CASPER (MCA)
Two new collections of the adventure of the Friendly Ghost, available in special
glow-in-the-dark packaging - are available. $12.98.
STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION (Paramount)
Four new episodes of the popular series are released to homevideo. Titles include: THE
CHASE, FRAME OF MIND, SUSPICIONS, RIGHTFUL HEIR. 46m; $14.95.
TELETUBBIES (Warner Bros.)
Stars: The Teletubbies
Those bizarre little furry things with furry shapes on their heads and television for
belly buttons come to homevideo. Two brand-new, exclusive to video titles are available:
"Here Come the Teletubbies" and "Dance with the Teletubbies." $14.95.
TITANIC (Paramount)
Stars: Leonardo DiCaprio, Kate Winslet, David Warner
As if you didn't already know from all of the hype, the biggest-grossing movie of all time
comes to homevideo at prices ranging from $9.99 to $29.99. Rated PG-13; 183m;
Close-captioned.
TITANIC TITLES (BMG)
Two Discovery Channel documentaries are released: GREAT ADVENTURES OF THE 20TH CENTURY:
TITANIC and TITANIC: UNTOLD STORIES. Available only in a two-pack at $29.95. 50m.
UNIVERSAL CLASSIC HORROR COLLECTION (MCA)
Four new-to-video titles are released to the Horror Collection including JUNGLE CAPTIVE
starring Otto Kruger and Amelita Ward; JUNGLE WOMAN starring J. Carrol Naish and Lois
Collier; THE BLACK CAT starring Cecilia Loftus and Broderick Crawford and SHE WOLF OF
LONDON starring June Lockhart. $14.98 each.
WESTERN THEMED TITLES (BWE)
Six Western themed titles are released: LET THE WOMEN VOTE; GATHERED IN TIME; AMERICAN
GUNMAKER; LEGENDS AND DREAMERS; FRONTIER PHOTOGRAPHER; LIME ON THE DIAMOND. $14.95 each.
WHY WE FIGHT (Rhino)
Documentary
A seven volume box set of war documentaries directed by the legendary Frank Capra.
Digitally remastered from the original prints, this historic collection is beautifully
packaged and contains some of the most stirring World War II footage ever captured. The
seven volumes include: "Prelude to War," "The Nazi Strike,"
"Divide and Conquer," "Battle of Britain," "Battle of
China," "Battle of Russia" and "War Comes to America." Winner of
the 1944 Academy Award for Best Documentary and the 1944 New York Film Critics Award for
Best Documentary series. An utterly fascinating look at the tools that Capra produced to
boil the blood of the American fighting man and prepare him for battle against Germany and
its leader, Adolph Hitler. Our only complaint: After all the work Rhino put into this -
with its terrific package, pristine digital prints, etc., they've dubbed the VHS copies at
the EP speed and the picture quality isn't as crisp as we'd prefer. $39.95
WIDESCREEN LINE (Columbia/Tri-Star)
Four titles are released in their original theatrical format: FIRST KNIGHT starring
Richard Gere and Sean Connery; BIG NIGHT; CLIFFHANGER starring Sylvester Stallone; LAST
ACTION HERO starring Arnold Schwarzenegger.
September 8, 1998
A CALL TO REMEMBER (MCA)
Stars: Blythe Danner, Joe Mantegna, David Lascher
One family's struggle to stay together amidst the unveiling of their secret past. Rated R;
111m; Close-captioned.
BLUE'S BIRTHDAY (Paramount)
The hit Nickelodeon show comes to homevideo. The "Blue's Birthday" show is
released with ten minutes of additional footage never before seen. And this will be your
last chance to see this particular episode until February 1999. 38m; $9.95.
BRAM STOKER'S SHADOWBUILDER (Sterling)
Stars: Michael Rooker, Tony Todd, Kevin Zegers, Leslie Hope, Andrew Jackson
A struggle between good and evil is roused when a black magic coven invokes a demon during
a solar eclipse. Solid horror thriller is boosted by high-tech computer effects. 101m;
COMPUTER ANIMATION CELEBRATION (SMV)
A collection of eye-twisting computer animations gathered in one box. The DVD includes a
bonus segment. 50m; $14.98. Also available on DVD at $24.98.
DVD TITLES (Columbia/Tri-Star)
WILD THINGS is released to DVD and includes director's commentary and three deleted
scenes. SEX LIES AND VIDEOTAPE will include director's commentary and an interview by Neil
Labute. CANDYMAN and BLUE THUNDER are also available. $24.95 each.
DVD TITLES (MCA)
Eight titles are released to DVD: LIONHEART; RAISING CAIN; RUMBLEFISH; THE REAL MCCOY;
VIDEODROME at $24.98; PRIMARY COLORS at $26.98 and the Collector's Editions of THE THING
and THE BLUES BROTHERS at $34.98.
THE GAME (PolyGram)
Stars: Michael Douglas, Sean Penn
Douglas stars as a man who accepts the gift of a Game from his
brother, only to discover that it is a horrifying match of twists and turns from which he
may not survive. Now priced at sell-through. Rated R; 128m; Close-captioned. $19.95. Also
available on DVD at $29.95.
GOOD BURGER (Paramount)
Stars: Kenan Thompson, Kel Mitchell, Shaquille O'Neal, George Clinton
Fun family comedy taken from the scenes of Nickelodeon's "All That" series.
Rated PG; $14.95.
MOLLY & THE SKYWALKERZ (BWE)
Stars: Voices of Henry Winkler, Carol Burnett, Danny DeVito, Rhea Perlman, Carrie Fisher
Two new titles, "Happily Ever After" and "Two Daddies" are released.
Produced by Winkler, they are the story of redhead Molly Conway and her friends as they
tackle the challenges of childhood and attempt to understand grownups. The producers doing
an excellent job of entertaining children while slyly teaching them valuable life lessons.
NICK JR. TITLES (Paramount)
Two new video for preschoolers - from the popular Nickelodeon series - are released.
Titles include: MAURICE SENDAK'S LITTLE BEAR: GOODNIGHT LITTLE BEAR and GULLAH GULLAH
ISLAND CHRISTMAS. $9.95 each.
PRIMARY COLORS (MCA)
Stars: John Travolta, Emma Thompson, Billy Bob Thornton, Kathy Bates, Adrian Lester
A thinly-veiled comic study of President Clinton's transformation from the governor of
Arkansas to the President of the United States. Rated R; 138m; Close-captioned.
REFLECTIONS ON ICE: A DIARY OF LADIES FIGURE SKATING (HBO)
Stars: Dorothy Hamill, Tenley Albright, Peggy Fleming, Carol Heiss
Narrated by Susan St. James, this is a documentary - featuring rare home movies, archival
photos and interviews - that explores the world of figure skating. 59m. Close-captioned.
$14.95.
RUGRATS (Paramount)
Stars: Tommie,Chuckie, Angelica et al
Three new gift sets from the phenomenally popular Nickelodeon series a re released. Gift
sets include: A RUGRATS THANKSGIVING/THE SANTA EXPERIENCE; A RUGRATS CHANUKAH/PASSOVER;
CHUCKIE THE BRAVE/TOMMIE TROUBLES. $22.90.
SELL-THROUGH TITLES (Columbia/Tri-Star)
I KNOW WHAT YOU DID LAST SUMMER and the surprisingly good TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE: THE
NEXT GENERATION are released at $14.95. Also available are ANACONDA, THE CRAFT and BRAM
STOKER'S DRACULA at $14.95 each and a special HORROR GIFT SET including BRAM STOKER'S
DRACULA; WOLF and MARY SHELLEY'S FRANKENSTEIN at $34.95.
TV SCREEN GEMS (Columbia/Tri-Star)
Three new volumes of the classic television show, "All In the Family" are
released, including: IN THE FAMILY WAY featuring "Gloria's Pregnancy" "The
First and Last Supper" and "The Bunkers and the Swingers"; ARCHIE MEETS
MEATHEAD featuring "Meet the Bunkers," "Flashback: Mike Meets Archie"
and "Lionel Moves into the Neighborhood" and SAMMY TAKES BUNKER HILL featuring
"Sammy's Visit" "Maude" and "The Very Moving Day." 75m each;
$9.95.
WILD THINGS (Columbia/Tri-Star)
Stars: Kevin Bacon, Matt Dillon, Neve Campbell
Ridiculous thriller about a teacher and his students and their evil plan to extricate
money from rich parents. Goes over the top one too many times. Rated R; 108m;
Close-captioned. Also available on laserdisc and DVD.
September 15, 1998
FAMILY COLLECTION (Columbia/Tri-Star)
Films the entire family can enjoy together are released at sell-through prices: RACE THE
SUN starring Halle Berry and Jim Belushi; MAGIC IN THE WATER starring Mark Harmon and
Sarah Wayne and ALASKA starring Thora Birch and Charlton Heston. $14.95.
FAMILY TITLES (MCA)
Two family titles are released at reduced prices: A SIMPLE WISH starring Martin Short,
Mara Wilson and Kathleen Turner at $14.95 and FLIPPER starring Elijah Wood and Paul Hogan
at $9.98.
A PRICE ABOVE RUBIES (Miramax)
Stars: Renee Zellweger, Julianna Marguiles
A young wife and new mother becomes restless and discontented with her "proper"
lifestyle and desires independence. Rated R; 120m; Close-captioned.
AMERICAN GRAFFITI - 25TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION (MCA)
Stars: Ron Howard, Cindy Williams, Richard Dreyfuss, Harrison Ford, MacKenzie Phillips,
Paul Le Mat, Candy Clark, Charles Martin Smith, Suzanne Somers
The classic film by George Lucas celebrates its 25th anniversary with this special edition
that includes the film (also available in widescreen) and a special 10-minute featurette,
"The Making of American Graffiti." The DVD version contains the complete 2-hour
version of the documentary. Rated PG-13.
ANNABELLE'S WISH (Hallmark)
Stars: the voices of Randy Travis, Cloris Leachman, Jerry Van Dyke, Jim Varney, Rue
McClanahan, Alison Krauss, Beth Nielsen Chapman, Jay Johnson
A lovable calf named Annabelle makes a very special wish come true for the little boy she
loves in this animated Christmas tale that is fast becoming a perennial classic. 54m.
ATOMIC DOG (Paramount)
Stars: Daniel Hugh-Kelly, Isabella Hoffman
The Yates family has just moved to a new town near a nuclear power plant. When their dog
has puppies, they think it's swell - until they realize that the pups' father is a
radioactive hound who will stop at nothing to get them back! Rated PG-13; 86m.
BEAR IN THE BIG BLUE HOUSE (Columbia/Tri-Star)
Two first-time-to-video volumes of the critically acclaimed series are released to video.
Geared for pre-schoolers. $12.95.
BRAD PITT TITLES (Columbia/Tri-Star)
Stars: Brad Pitt
Three Brad Pitt titles are re-priced for sell-through: SEVEN YEARS IN TIBET at $19.95; THE
DEVIL'S OWN at $14.95 and A RIVER RUNS THROUGH IT at $9.95.
CHRISTMAS PROMOTION (Artisan)
Four classic Christmas titles are released. JESUS OF NAZARETH starring Robert Powell; A
NORMAN ROCKWELL CHRISTMAS starring Eddie Albert and Ross Malinger; THE MAGIC SNOWMAN and
CHRISTMAS COMES TO WILLOW CREEK. JESUS OF NAZARETH is priced at $49.98; the others at
$12.98.
CHRISTMAS PROMOTION (Hallmark Entertainment)
A collection of Christmas titles is released, including: THE LITTLEST ANGEL; THE CHRISTMAS
BOX; MRS. SANTA CLAUS; APRIL AND THE SANDMAN and DOT AND SPOT'S MAGICAL CHRISTMAS
ADVENTURE. $12.98 each.
CHRISTMAS VALUE LINE (Hallmark Home Entertainment)
A collection of classic Christmas titles is released including: CHRISTOPHER & HOLLY;
NICK & NOEL; A MONSTER CHRISTMAS; SANTA'S CHRISTMAS SNOOZE; SANTA'S CHRISTMAS CRASH;
HELLO KITTY: SANTA'S MISSING HAT; THE TEDDY BEAR'S CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION and A SNOW WHITE
CHRISTMAS. $9.98 each.
DEEP RISING (Hollywood)
Stars: Treat Williams, Famke Janssen, Derrick O'Connor, Anthony Heald
A band of hijackers seize the most luxurious ship in the world, only to find its
passengers have disappeared. And something evil is aboard - something evil...and hungry!
Rated R; 106m; Close-captioned. Also available on laserdisc.
DVD TITLES (MCA)
Two DVD titles are released to DVD: MERCURY RISING and AMERICAN
GRAFFITI: THE COLLECTOR'S EDITION.
HE GOT GAME (Touchstone)
Stars: Denzel Washington, Milla Jovavich, Bill Nunn, Jim Brown, Thomas Jefferson Bird, Ray
Allen
Spike Lee directs this story of a man in prison who is offered a lone chance to free
himself - convince his superstar son to sign with Big State - the Governor's alma mater.
Rated R; 136m; Close-captioned. Also available on laserdisc.
HUSH (Columbia/Tri-Star)
Stars: Jessica Lange, Gwyneth Paltrow
A young woman must face her lover's mother who wants to bring him back home where she
thinks he belongs. Rated PG-13; 96m; Close-captioned. Also available on laserdisc, on DVD
($24.95) and in Spanish.
KISS THE GIRLS (Paramount)
Stars: Morgan Freeman, Ashley Judd, Carey Elwes
Based on the novel by James Patterson, this tense thriller is somewhat predictable but
very watchable. Now available at sell-through. Rated R; 117m; Close-captioned. Also
available with Spanish subtitles.
LADY AND THE TRAMP (Disney)
Stars: Voices of Barbara Luddy, Larry Roberts, Lee Millar, Peggy Lee
One of Disney's masterpieces, the classic film comes to home video again. Also available
is a Collector's Edition featuring a widescreen presentation and an added
behind-the-scenes footage of Peggy Lee recording the "Siamese Cat Song." Rated
G; $26.99.
MERCURY RISING (MCA)
Stars: Bruce Willis, Alec Baldwin
An outcast FBI agent gets in the way of a National Security Agency Official when the
official wants a young autistic boy eliminated because he's figured out a top secret code.
Rated R; 112m; Close-captioned. Also available on DVD at $24.98 and with Spanish
subtitles.
MERLIN (Hallmark)
Stars: Sam Neill, Helena Bonham Carter, John Gielgud, Rutger Hauer, James Earl Jones,
Miranda Richardson, Isabella Rossellini, Martin Short
The hugely popular mini-series about the legendary wizard comes to DVD. 180m.
THE REAL HOWARD SPITZ (Hallmark)
Stars: Kelsey Grammar, Amanda Donohoe, Joseph Rutten, Patrick McKenna
A cranky, has-been detective novelist is out of money and out of luck until he meets an
eight year old girl who convinces him he can write children's books. Rated PG; 93m;
Close-captioned.
SELL-THROUGH TITLES (Artisan)
A collection of films is released at $14.95: TOTAL RECALL (also letterbox); ASTEROID; THE
ARRIVAL (also letterbox); MILLENNIUM; STARGATE (also letterbox); BASIC INSTINCT (also
Director's Cut); GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS; PHAT BEACH; RESERVOIR DOGS (also letterbox); SNOWY
RIVER: THE RACE; THE SUBSTITUTE; THE LAST UNICORN; ON GOLDEN POND; THE RETURN OF THE PINK
PANTHER. $14.98.
SUICIDE KINGS (Artisan)
Stars: Christopher Walken, Denis Leary, Henry Thomas, Sean Patrick Flanery
A group of rich punks decide to kidnap a Mafia Capo. The DVD release features alternate
endings. Rated R; 103m; Close-captioned.
TERMINAL JUSTICE (Artisan)
Stars: Lorenzo Lamos, Chris Sarandon, Kari Salin, Peter Coyote
In a future where Virtual Reality has replaced good old-fashioned reality, the police are
overwhelmed by VR crime. Rated R; 95m; Close-captioned.
ULTIMATE GOOSEBUMPS (Fox)
A collection of three new videos from the Goosebumps television show. Included are
"One Day at Horrorland," "Werewolf Skin," "Bride of the Living
Dummy"/"An Old Story." $9.98.
WIDE AWAKE (Miramax)
Stars: Rosie O'Donnell, Denis Leary, Dana Delaney, Robert Loggia
A 10 year old boy sets out to find the answer to the age-old question: What is the meaning
of life? Rated PG; 88m.
September 22, 1998
GIRLS IN PRISON (Dimension)
Stars: Anne Heche, Ione Skye
A young singer journeys to Hollywood to become a star but she winds up being framed for
murder instead! Rated R; 82m; Close-captioned.
JACK PAAR: AS I WAS SAYING...AND MORE! (White Star)
Stars: Jack Paar
A three box set of videos celebrating the life and times of the beloved host of "The
Tonight Show," Jack Paar. Included are two sixty minute tapes from Paar's
critically-acclaimed PBS special and a third tape containing some of Paar's hand-chosen
favorite moments from his career. 180m; $49.95.
KISS ME, GUIDO (Paramount)
Stars: Nick Scotti, Anthony Barrile
A straight pizza maker moves in with a gay man and doesn't realize his new roommate is a
GWM (Gay White Male). Described as an "odd couple for the 90s". Now available at
sell-through. Rated R; 90m; Close-captioned. $14.95. Also available with Spanish
subtitles.
LOST IN SPACE (Fox)
Stars: The Space Family Robinson
Three new episodes are released to homevideo: "Blast off into Space," "Wild
Adventure" and "The Android Machine." Available separately or in a special
three-pack ($24.98). $14.98 each.
NIGHTWATCH (Dimension)
Stars: Ewan McGregor, Patricia Arquette, Josh Brolin, Nick Nolte
A nightwatchman at a city morgue becomes the number 1 suspect in a serial killing spree.
Rated R; 101m; Close-captioned.
THE REAL WORLD YOU NEVER SAW: BOSTON AND SEATTLE (SMV)
All never-before-seen footage from the Boston and Seattle editions of the popular MTV show
in which a cast of real people live their lives on camera. 70m; $12.98.
RIDE (Dimension)
Stars: Snoop Doggy Dogg, Doctor Dre, Downtown Julie Brown
A group of wanna-be singers and rappers from Harlem are given the chance to make it big in
the music business...if they can get to Miami in 24 hours. Rated R; 84m; Close-captioned.
SINATRA TWO PACK (Columbia/Tri-Star)
Stars: Frank Sinatra
A special two pack of titles starring Frank Sinatra is released. Included are PAL JOEY
co-starring Rita Hayworth and Kim Novak and FROM HERE TO ETERNITY co-starring Burt
Lancaster, Montgomery Clift, Donna Reed and Ernest Borgnine. 109m/118m; $34.95.
September 29, 1998
ABC NEWS SPECIALS (MPI)
Two fascinating studies of World War II are released: TURNING POINT AT NORMANDY: THE
SOLDIER'S STORY and HIROSHIMA: WHY THE BOMB WAS DROPPED. 70m each. $19.98.
BABE (MCA)
Stars: James Cromwell, Magda Szubanski, voices of Christine Cavanaugh, Roscoe Lee Brown,
more
The Oscar-nominated film (some thought it should have won) returns to home video in time
to promote its sequel, "Babe: Pig in the City" due soon in theaters. Special
packaging and a Spanish-dubbed version are available. Rated PG; 92m; Close-captioned.
$14.95.
BBC TITLES (Fox)
FAWLTY TOWERS, BENNY HILL and ARE YOU BEING SERVED are re-released in new packaging and in
gift sets. SISTER WENDY'S PAINS OF GLASS and SISTER WENDY'S GRAND TOUR, in which Sister
Wendy Beckett discusses art, are also released. $19.98 each.
DISCOVERY CHANNEL ANIMAL FILMS (BMG)
Three of the Discovery Channel's most popular animal titles are released: WOLVES AT OUR
DOOR; IN THE COMPANY OF WHALES and A LITTLE DUCK TALE. $19.98 each.
DVD TITLES (Columbia/Tri-Star)
Four titles are newly released to DVD: THE QUICK AND THE DEAD starring Sharon Stone and
Gene Hackman; THUNDERHEART; THE SEVENTH SIGN starring Demi Moore and REVENGE starring
Kevin Costner. $24.95 each.
JIM HENSON CHRISTMAS TITLES (Columbia/Tri-Star)
Three Christmas tales from Jim Henson Entertainment are released. Titles include: MUPPET
FAMILY CHRISTMAS; EMMET OTTER'S JUG-BAND CHRISTMAS and THE CHRISTMAS TOY. $9.95 each.
JUNGLE BOOK: MOWGLI'S STORY (Disney)
Stars: Brandon Baker, voices of Fred Savage, Eartha Kitt, Wallace Shawn, Kathy Najimy,
Brian Doyle-Murray, Marty Ingels
Mowgli returns to join his friends Baloo and Bagheera and the not so friendly Shere Khan
in this direct-to-video sequel. $22.99.
LOW PRICE COLLECTION (MCA)
A collection of titles is re-priced for sell-through including: THE JACKAL starring Bruce
Willis and Richard Gere ($14.98); KISS OR KILL ($19.98) and ESCAPE FROM ATLANTIS ($9.98).
MARLENE DIETRICH TITLES (MCA)
Four new-to-video titles starring Marlene Dietrich are released: THE DEVIL IS A WOMAN
co-starring Cesar Romero; A FOREIGN AFFAIR co-starring John Lund; THE SONG OF SONGS
co-starring Brian Atherne and Lionel Atwill and FLAME OF NEW ORLEANS co-starring Roland
Young and Bruce Cabot. $14.98.
THE OBJECT OF MY AFFECTION (Fox)
Stars: Jennifer Aniston, Paul Rudd, John Pankow, Alan Alda
A young woman falls in love with her new roommate even though he just wants to be friends.
When she becomes pregnant, she realizes she'd rather raise the child with her roommate
than her boyfriend. Rated R; 111m; Close-captioned. Also available on laserdisc and with
Spanish subtitles.
RAMONES: AROUND THE WORLD (Rhino)
Stars: The Ramones
A "rockumentary" filmed by Ramones drummer Marky Ramone that includes backstage
footage, performance footage and more. Another chance to witness one of the world's
greatest rock'n'roll bands in action. 71m; $14.98.
SELL-THROUGH TITLES (Columbia/Tri-Star)
THE SHOW starring Run DMC and the Dogg Pound; THE LAST SUPPER starring Cameron Diaz and
Annabeth Gish and PARTY GIRL starring Parker Posey are re-priced to $14.95 each.
THE SPANISH PRISONER (Columbia/Tri-Star)
Stars: Campbell Scott, Rebecca Pidgeon, Steve Martin, Ben Gazzara, Ed O'Neill, Rick Jay,
Felicity Huffman
A man who's discovered a top secret formula must decide who his friends really are and who
his exploiters might be. Rated PG; 110m; Close-captioned. Also available on DVD at $24.95.
TWILIGHT (Paramount)
Stars: Paul Newman, Susan Sarandon, Gene Hackman, James Garner, Stockard Channing
A retried P.I. agrees to help some old friends but becomes embroiled in a complex murder
mystery. Rated R; 96m; Available with Spanish subtitles.
TWO GIRLS AND A GUY (Fox)
Stars: Robert Downey Jr., Heather Graham, Natasha Gregson Wagner
When a two-timing man is caught by his respective girlfriends, he is forced to examine his
reasons for cheating and must answer the ultimate question - who does he truly love?
Available in R- and NC-17 rated versions; 100m; Close-captioned. Also available on
laserdisc.
VALUE VIDEO LINE (Columbia/Tri-Star)
Nine titles are released at $9.95 each, including: HEAVEN IS A PLAYGROUND; ISHTAR; THE
LORDS OF FLATBUSH; MO' MONEY; MOSCOW ON THE HUDSON; SINGLE WHITE FEMALE; SUSPECT; WHERE
SLEEPING DOGS LIE; YEAR OF THE GUN.
WAR AND CIVILIZATION (BMG)
Eight titles from the popular War and Civilization series on the Learning Channel are
released, including: FIRST BLOOD; EMPIRES AND ARMIES; HORSE WARRIORS; GUNPOWDER;
REVOLUTION; BLOOD & IRON; WAR MACHINES; THE PRICE OF WAR. Available only in an 8
volume set. $119.98; 400m; Close-captioned.
WHEN TRUMPETS FADE (HBO)
Stars: Rod Eldard, Frank Whaley, Martin Donovan, Dwight Yoakam
Set during World War II, circa 1944, this is the tale of four soldiers caught up in a
bloody maelstrom and their battle to survive. Directed by John Irvin ("Hamburger
Hill"). Rated R; 94m; Close-captioned.
WIDESCREEN COLLECTION (MCA)
BORN ON THE FOURTH OF JULY starring Tom Cruise; HIGH PLAINS DRIFTER starring Clint
Eastwood and SCARFACE starring Al Pacino are released in their original widescreen
formats. $19.98.
WOMEN OF SUBSTANCE SERIES (MPI)
Three biographies from the Lifetime Channel are released to video: KATHARINE HEPBURN;
GLORIA VANDERBILT and DORIS DUKE. $29.98.
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