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Jules Verne’s ‘Mysterious Island’ Getting a German Blu-ray Release

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Roughly ten years after it first aired on television, the mini-series for Jules Vern’s Mysterious Island is getting a Blu-ray release in Germany courtesy of Koch Media on September 10, 2015. Along with the Blu-ray, Koch will also be releasing the series on DVD and VOD.

I did not see this when it aired, so I’m unsure of how good it is or isn’t. I am fan of the Jules Verne story however, and I do like the cast quite a bit. Plus it was directed by Russell Mulcahy and he directed Highlander, so that’s cool. I think there’s a chance this could be fun. It’s a slight change, but a chance. What says you BD readers? Did anyone watch this when it originally aired?

If you’re Region A there’s already a pretty cheap release available via Echo Bridge Entertainment. If you’re a die hard Jules Verne fan who is Region B however, here’s your chance to add this to your collection.

Synopsis:
To escape evils of the Civil war, Cyrus removes his small family and random war prisoners by way if hot air balloon. Once landing on an island the group finds they are surrounded by danger from giant insects and gold craving pirates. Turned away by the only safe haven on the island, owned by captain Nemo, Patrick Suart, the group is forced to find shelter and survive.

Extras: Making Of (about 11 minutes), trailer, image gallery
Directed: by Russell Mulcahy
Starring: Patrick Stewart, Kyle MacLachlan, Gabrielle Anwar
Production USA 2005
DVD Runtime: about 163 minutes
Blu-ray Runtime: about 170 minutes
Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1 (16:9)
Sound DVD: Dolby Digital 2.0
Blu-ray: DTS-HD Master
Languages: German, English 

Chris Coffel is originally from Phoenix, AZ and now resides in Portland, OR. He once scored 26 goals in a game of FIFA. He likes the Phoenix Suns, Paul Simon and 'The 'Burbs.' Oh and cats. He also likes cats.

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‘Hollywood Dreams & Nightmares: The Robert Englund Story’ Slashes into VHS from Lunchmeat!

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ollywood Dreams & Nightmares: The Robert Englund Story

The SCREAMBOX Original documentary Hollywood Dreams & Nightmares: The Robert Englund Story is now streaming on SCREAMBOX, and it’s next coming to VHS!

A limited edition of only 50 copies worldwide, the VHS copies of the Englund documentary will go up for grabs on Saturday, April 27 at 12pm EST on Lunchmeat’s official website.

Josh Schafer of Lunchmeat explains, “With so many of Englund’s works being seen and familiarized on videotape, it only felt right to offer fans and collectors the opportunity to experience this fantastic doc on VHS. We all know the Freddy movies just feel different on videocassette, and we wanted to bring that feel to this film for those who want it.”

“Since first donning a tattered fedora and a glove of eviscerating blades in 1984, Robert Englund has become a beloved horror icon. His portrayal of Freddy Krueger is without doubt a moment as visceral to the horror genre as Chaney’s werewolf or Karloff’s groundbreaking realization of Frankenstein’s monster. However, few realize the depths of Englund’s true power as a character actor away from the latex mask and iconic red and green sweater.

“A classically trained actor and director, Robert Englund has become one of the most revolutionary horror icons of our generation.. This unique and intimate portrait captures the man behind the glove and features interviews with Englund and his wife Nancy, Lin Shaye, Eli Roth, Tony Todd, Heather Langenkamp, and more.

“This is the quintessential documentary on the man who didn’t just bring Freddy Krueger to horrific and historic life on-screen and beyond, but has created a fantastic career as an elite actor and entertainer.”

Selling for $30, the VHS is presented in native widescreen format & duplicated in NTSC, housed in full-color slipcase and pressed on black videocassettes with silver foil face and side labels.

The VHS release is presented in partnership with Cineverse, Bloody Disgusting, and Screambox, in association with Dead Mouse Productions and Cult Screenings U.K.

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