DVD Day: December 21st, 2010
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?? Futurama Vol. 5
The post-DVD movies, resurrected TV season of Futurama wasn’t perfect, but it was better than the four DVD movies, had at least a couple of episodes that were as good as the best of the original run, and offer a lot of hope for season 6, in my opinion.
? Family Guy: It’s a Trap
Did you love Robot Chicken‘s third Star Wars comedy special on Adult Swim this last weekend? Then you better hope your non-nerd family members don’t get confused and accidentally buy you the less funny but currently available third Family Guy Star Wars comedy special on DVD. Although I do appreciate that the “trilogy” packs come in gold and silver.
? Caprica: Season 1.5
Here’s a riddle for Caprica fans: What number does SyFy think comes after 1.5? Zero!
? Devil
M. Night Shyamalan’s tale of Satan, whom apparently has nothing better to do than trap some jackasses on an elevator. If I were Satan, I’d be terribly offended, frankly.
? Mega Shark Vs. Crocosaurus
The one starring Urkel. Remember, this is what SyFy is spending their money on instead of more Caprica or Stargate: Universe. On movies with giant CG monsters starring Jaleel White. Makes you think, don’t it?
? The Horde
A French zombie movie. I can’t imagine it’s any good, but it’s a French zombie film. I felt you guys should be aware of it.
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