In The Video Score today, we have a throw back to when horror movies were actually scary, one of last year's most celebrated film debuts from a writer-director, and that movie Halle Berry did about sharks. We're breaking down the week's major Blu-ray and DVD releases all for you below!
Pick of the Week "The Innkeepers" (2011) Director: Ti West Cast: Sara Paxton,
Pat Healy,
Alsion Bartlett Story:
A pair of self-styled ghost chasers hunt for spirits in a run-down New England inn in this subtle thriller from director Ti West. The Yankee Pedlar Inn is a hotel in Torrington, CT, that's been welcoming guests for over a hundred years. However, not many have been stopping by lately, and the owners have chosen to shut it down. In the Yankee Pedlar's last weeks of operation, the staff have been reduced to just two people, Claire (Sara Paxton) and Luke (Pat Healy). Neither one is especially interested in hotel management, but they're both students of the supernatural: They've come to the Yankee Pedlar because it has a reputation for being haunted and they want to see for themselves if ghosts walk the halls before it's too late.
On the Disc:
The Blu-ray comes with a look behind-the-scenes at the making of "The Innkeepers," as well as two commentary tracks from director Ti West.
Past Coverage:
-'The Innkeepers' Paranormal Viral Clip
Reviews:
Rotten Tomatoes: 77%
Metacritic: 64
Where to get it
Amazon: Blu-ray - $13.99, DVD - $12.99
Apple: Digital Rental - $3.99, Ditigal Download - $14.99 (HD: $19.99)
Netflix Instant: Not available
"Contraband" (2011) Director: Baltasar Kormakur Cast: Mark Wahlberg,
Kate Beckinsale Story:
A former smuggler from New Orleans faces ruthless drug lords, vicious criminals, corrupt officials, and trigger-happy hit men after getting back into the business to help his brother-in-law settle a deadly debt.
On the Disc:
The disc features a handful of deleted and alternate takes, plus a directors commentary.
Past Coverage:
-Exclusive 'Contraband' Deleted Scene Features A Dancing Ninja
-Five Things In All Mark Wahlberg Movies
Reviews:
Rotten Tomatoes: 51%
Metacritic: 51
Where to get it
Amazon: Blu-ray - $19.99, DVD - $15.99, Digital Download - $14.99
Apple: Digital Rental - $3.99 (HD: $4.99), Ditigal Download - $14.99 (HD: $19.99)
Netflix Instant: Not available
"Pariah" (2011) Director: Dee Rees Cast: Adepero Oduye,
Pernell Walker Story:
A teenager must choose between the life she wants and the path her parents have picked out for her in this independent coming-of-age drama.
On the Disc:
The film comes with three short behind-the-scenes looks at the making of the movie.
Reviews:
Rotten Tomatoes: 96%
Metacritic: 79
Where to get it
Amazon: Blu-ray - $23.99, DVD - $19.99, Digital Download - $14.99
Apple: Digital Rental - $3.99 (HD: $4.99), Ditigal Download - $14.99 (HD: $19.99)
Netflix Instant: Not available
"Dark Tide" (2012) Director: John Stockwell Cast: Halle Berry,
Olivier Martinez Story:
Oscar winner Halle Berry stars as a shark expert who accepts a lucrative business offer, only to become stranded in "Shark Alley" and hunted by nature's most dangerous predator in this deep-sea thriller from director John Stockwell (Blue Crush, Into the Blue).
On the Disc:
You're just getting the film with this one.
Past Coverage:
-'Dark Tide' Clip: Shark Jumping With Halle Berry
Reviews:
Rotten Tomatoes: 0%
Metacritic: 23
Where to get it
Amazon: Blu-ray - $19.99, DVD - $16.99, Digital Download - $14.99, Digital Rental - $3.99
Apple: Digital Rental - $3.99 (HD: $4.99), Ditigal Download - $14.99 (HD: $19.99)
Netflix Instant: Not available
The Video Score is your guide to everything you need to know about what's out this week, all in one place. What's available? Which formats? Is it streaming? How much will it set you back? We'll break down the week's biggest new releases and some smaller ones that deserve your attention. Check back each Tuesday to find out what's hot that week and where you can catch it all!
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