New to On Demand & DVD

On Demand DVD New Releases Oct. 19-25 Jurassic World (pictured below) John Hammond’s dream of opening a dinosaur park has become a reality with the beautiful Jurassic World. But it’s been open for 10 years now and the visitor rates are starting to decline. When corporate backers urge the creation of a new attraction, scientists start messing with the wrong things and it backfires horribly. Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard, Ty Simpkins (PG-13, 2:04) 10/20 Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection ‘F’ One peaceful day on Earth, two remnants of Frieza’s army named Sorbet and Tagoma arrive searching for the Dragon Balls […]

DOPE tells the story of Malcolm (Shameik Moore), a high-school senior who lives in a tough Los Angeles neighborhood. He is hoping to go to college — Harvard, no less — though first he has to get through the academic interviews and ace the SATs. As a teenager, writer-director Rick Famuyiwa never imagined that his own experiences growing up in a sketchy Los Angeles-area neighborhood high school would someday be made into a feature film. But that’s exactly what happened with the development of DOPE, which was filmed on location in and around the area in which Famuyiwa grew up: […]

On Demand DVD New Releases Oct. 12-18 Dope (pictured below) Malcolm is a kid living in a tough Inglewood, Calif., neighborhood called The Bottoms. When he applies to colleges during his senior year, Malcolm’s dream is to attend Harvard. This smart geek sets off on an adventure with his friends and just might go from geek to dope in one night. Shameik Moore, Tony Revolori, Kiersey Clemons (R, 1:43) 10/13 The Gallows It’s been 20 years since an accident during a theater production at a small-town high school cost the life of one of its students. A group of current […]

On Demand DVD New Releases Oct. 5-11 Insidious: Chapter 3 The origin story to this spooky saga comes to life in this new film. Quinn Brenner tries to contact her mother, who has passed away. Opening the door to her mother will also open the door to other spirits, some of which aren’t friendly at all. Dermot Mulroney, Stefanie Scott, Lin Shaye (PG-13, 1:37) 10/6 (With bonus Q&A) Magic Mike XXL (pictured) It’s been three years since Mike walked away from life as a stripper. Now he joins the remaining members of the Kings of Tampa to travel to a […]

On Demand DVD New Releases Sept. 28-Oct. 4 Entourage (pictured below) Now a studio head, Ari Gold has offered Vincent Chase the starring role in Gold’s first feature film. Turtle, Drama and E are also back with many great stars — including Jessica Alba, Mark Wahlberg and Ronda Rousey — making appearances. Adrian Grenier, Jeremy Piven, Kevin Connolly (R, 1:44) 9/29 Poltergeist In 1982, a film that uttered the simple phrase “They’re here” sent chills up the spines of audiences everywhere. In this contemporary reimagining of that classic tale, a peaceful suburban home is invaded by angry spirits, and a […]

Making their motion-picture debuts in Pitch Perfect 2 are six superfans — you might even say enormous fans — some of whom also happen to be members of the Green Bay Packers: Clay Matthews, David Bakhtiari, Don Barclay, T.J. Lang, Josh Sitton and Jordan Rogers (who plays for the Canadian Football League). Die-hard aficionados of Pitch Perfect, they were cast after impressing the filmmakers with their enviable knowledge of every song, line and dance move of the 2012 comedy. When the men learned that a sequel to their beloved comedy — of which they can quote every one of screenwriter […]

On Demand DVD New Releases Sept. 21-27 Pitch Perfect 2 (pictured) A humiliating mishap leads to a suspension for the Barden Bellas. Now it will take winning the world championships to regain their status. With most of the original cast returning and more surprises planned, this is sure to have you bopping in your seats. Anna Kendrick, Rebel Wilson, Hailee Steinfeld (PG-13, 1:55) 9/22 Saint Laurent  This is the story of the brilliant designer, his indulgent life and the price paid to be at the top of the world of fashion. Gaspard Ulliel, Léa Seydoux, Jeremie Renier (R,  2:15) 9/22 French, […]

While Furious 7 was in production in November 2013, Paul Walker, one of the stars of the series, was killed in an auto accident. Producer Neal H. Moritz, who, alongside other actors in the series Vin Diesel, Jordana Brewster and Michelle Rodriguez, has been with Walker since the beginning of his career, said: “After the unfortunate passing of our good friend and colleague, Paul, there was a lot of talk among us that we were going to stop and not finish this movie. After some time, it dawned on us that Paul would want us to finish it. Vin and […]

On Demand DVD New Releases Sept. 14-20 Cinderella (pictured below) Ella finds herself at the mercy of her new stepmother and stepsisters who take advantage of her kindness. A chance encounter with a stranger leads her down a very different path and makes her the belle of the ball. Lily James, Hayley Atwell, Cate Blanchett (PG, 1:45) 9/15 Monkey Kingdom Follow the journey of Maya and her newborn monkey Kip as she tries to keep him safe. See their colorful extended family, who will warm your heart. Narrated by Tina Fey. (G, 1:21) 9/15 Eden Paul, a teenager in the […]