This week brings the long-awaited release of the Criterion Collection's reissue of the classic "Harold and Maude." Also out this week, there's last year's follow-up to Guy Ritchie's "Sherlock Holmes," the Neveldine and Taylor-ification of "Ghost Rider," and a new DC Comic Premiere Movie.
Check it all out on this week's Video Score!
Pick of the Week "Harold and Maude" (1971) Director: Hal Ashby Cast: Ruth Gordon,
Bud Cort,
Vivian Pickles Story:
A young man with a death wish and a 79-year-old high on life find love in Hal Ashby's cult black comedy. This cinema classic gets the full Criterion treatment in this new Blu-ray release.
On the Disc:
As you should expect from Criterion, this release comes with all the bells and whistles, including a new audio commentary from an Ashby biographer, new interviews with Yusuf/Cat Stevens, and a booklet featuring essays and interviews.
Reviews:
Rotten Tomatoes: 85%
Metacritic: N/A
Where to get it
Amazon: Blu-ray - $27.96, DVD - $21.93, Digital Download - $9.99, Digital Rental - $2.99
Apple: Digital Download - $9.99(HD: $17.99), Digital Rental - $2.99 (HD: $3.99)
Netflix Instant: Not Available
"Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows" (2011) Director: Guy Ritchie Cast: Robert Downey, Jr.,
Jude Law,
Noomi Rapace Story:
Brilliant detective Sherlock Holmes (Robert Downey Jr.) matches wits with the nefarious Professor Moriarty (Jared Harris) after uncovering a diabolical plot to destabilize the entire Western world in this sequel from director Guy Ritchie.
On the Disc:
The disc features "Maximum Movie Mode: Inside the Mind of Sherlock Holmes," a way of watching that has Robert Downey, Jr. take you behind the scenes of the film, plus a digital copy.
Past Coverage:
-'Sherlock Holmes' Mistake Turns Into Action Highlight
-Robert Downey Jr., Jude Law Go 'Bigger' In 'Sherlock Holmes 2'
Reviews:
Rotten Tomatoes: 61%
Metacritic: 48
Where to get it
Amazon: Blu-ray - $22.99, DVD - $14.96, Digital Download - $14.99
Apple: Digital Download - $14.99 (HD: $19.99)
Netflix Instant: Not available
"Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance" (2012) Director: Mark Neveldine,
Brian Taylor Cast: Nicolas Cage,
Ciarán Hinds,
Idris Elba Story:
Crank co-directors Mark Neveldine and Brian Taylor helm this sequel to 2007's Ghost Rider that finds Johnny Blaze (Nicolas Cage) summoning his infernal alter ego to help rescue a ten-year-old boy from the Devil incarnate.
On the Disc:
Like "Sherlock Holmes," "Spirit of Vengeance" comes with Maximum Mode Mode, where directors Neveldin and Taylor walk you threw the making of the movie. There are also deleted scenes and a series of making-of featurettes.
Past Coverage:
-'Ghost Rider: Spirit Of Vengeance': The Reviews Are In!
-'Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance' Trailer 2
Reviews:
Rotten Tomatoes: 18%
Metacritic: 32
Where to get it
Amazon: Blu-ray - $19.99, DVD - $16.99, Digital Download - $12.99, Digital Download - $3.99
Apple: Digital Download - $12.99 (HD: $17.99)
Netflix Instant: Not available
"Superman vs. The Elite" (2012) Story:
A group of so-called superheroes have been supposedly fighting for good, but leaving their enemies dead. This spurs Superman to stamp out their antics, leading to a battle on the surface of one of Jupiter's moons.
On the Disc:
The Blu-ray comes with exclusive content including a digital comic and commentary track from the writer. Plus, there's a preview for "Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1."
Past Coverage:
-'Superman Vs The Elite' Clip Introduces Some Very, Very Bad Guys
-'Superman Vs. The Elite' Trailer Makes Its Premiere
Reviews:
Rotten Tomatoes: N/A
Metacritic: N/A
Where to get it
Amazon: Blu-ray - $17.96, DVD - $14.95
Apple: Digital Download - $14.99 (HD: $19.99)
Netflix Instant: Not available
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