DVD-R FILM

The following are back-up DVD-R copies of my retail DVD collection.

BADLANDS (1973) 95m (WS)  TRAILER
Kit Carruthers, a young garbage collector and his girlfriend Holly Sargis from Fort Dupree, South Dakota, are on the run after killing Holly's father who disagreed with their relationship. On their way towards the Badlands of Montana they leave a trail of dispassionate and seemingly random murders. A very intriguing narrative without judgements, and lacking the usually sensational approach of this genre. Very good acting and directing, and beautiful photography. The script was based upon the true story of the Charles Starkweather and Caril-Ann Fugate murders in 1958.

Director: Terrence Malick
Writer: Terrence Malick
Stars: Martin Sheen, Sissy Spacek, Warren Oates


BOOM! (1968) 108m (WS)(PAL)  TRAILER
Film version of playwright Tennessee Williams' "The Milk Train Doesn't Stop Here Anymore" involves very wealthy Flora 'Sissy' Goforth, supposedly dying, and living in a large mansion on a secluded island with her servants and nurses; into her life comes a mysterious man, Angelo Del Morte and "the Witch of Capri." The mysterious man may or may not be "The Angel of Death".

Director: Joseph Losey
Writers: Tennessee Williams (play), Tennessee Williams (screenplay)
Stars: Elizabeth Taylor, Richard Burton, Noel Coward


 BUBBA HO-TEP (2002) 92m (WS)  TRAILER
Based on the Bram Stoker Award nominee short story by cult author Joe R. Lansdale, Bubba Ho-tep tells the "true" story of what really did become of Elvis Presley. We find Elvis (Bruce Campbell) as an elderly resident in an East Texas rest home, who switched identities with an Elvis impersonator years before his "death", then missed his chance to switch back. Elvis teams up with Jack (Ossie Davis), a fellow nursing home resident who thinks that he is actually President John F. Kennedy, and the two valiant old codgers sally forth to battle an evil Egyptian entity who has chosen their long-term care facility as his happy hunting grounds. 
 Director: Don Coscarelli
Writers: Joe R. Lansdale (short story), Don Coscarelli (screenplay)
Stars: Bruce Campbell, Ossie Davis, Ella Joyce


CALAMITY JANE (1953) 101m  TRAILER
Deadwood, Dakota Territory, is largely the abode of men, where Indian scout Calamity Jane is as hard-riding, boastful, and handy with a gun as any; quite an overpowering personality. But the army lieutenant she favors doesn't really appreciate her finer qualities. One of Jane's boasts brings her to Chicago to recruit an actress for the Golden Garter stage. Arrived, the lady in question appears (at first) to be a more feminine rival for the favors of Jane's male friends...including her friendly enemy Wild Bill Hickock. 

Director: David Butler
Writer: James O'Hanlon
Stars: Doris Day, Howard Keel, Allyn Ann McLerie



CALL ME MADAM (1953) 114m  TRAILER
Boisterous, fun-loving, and popular Washington D.C. hostess Sally Adams is appointed U.S. Ambassador to the Grand Duchy of Lichtenburg, Europe's smallest country. In Lichtenburg, the Duke and Duchess are negotiating a political marriage for their niece, Princess Maria in exchange for a substantial dowry. However, the country is desperate for funds, and turns to the inexperienced ambassador for a much needed U.S. loan. Sally refuses to talk money, that is, until she meets the ultra charming Gen. Cosmo Constantine. Meanwhile, Sally's press attaché Kenneth Gibson falls head over heels for Princess Maria.

Director: Walter Lang
Writers: Russel Crouse (musical "Call Me Madam"), Howard Lindsay (musical "Call Me Madam")
Stars: Ethel Merman, Donald O'Connor, Vera-Ellen



CHASING MAVERICKS (1012) 116m (WS)  TRAILER
The inspirational true story of real life surfing phenomenon Jay Moriarity. When 15 year old Jay discovers that the mythic Mavericks surf break, one of the biggest waves on Earth, is not only real, but exists just miles from his Santa Cruz home, he enlists the help of local legend Frosty Hesson to train him to survive it. As Jay and Frosty embark on their quest to accomplish the impossible, they form a unique friendship that transforms both their lives, and their quest to tame Mavericks becomes about far more than surfing.

Directors: Michael Apted, Curtis Hanson
Writers: Kario Salem (screenplay), Jim Meenaghan (story)
Stars: Jonny Weston, Gerard Butler, Elisabeth Shue


 DICK VAN DYKE: IN RARE FORM (2007) 75m

Before he became a star from his performances in BYE-BYE BIRDIE, MARY POPPINS and CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG, as well as on his own popular sitcom, Dick Van Dyke honed his comedy chops on television panel and variety shows.
This revelatory and highly entertaining collection of vintage performances -- many not seen since the 1950s -- showcase a comic legend in the making.
"In Rare Form" features classic monologue, pantomime and song & dance routines from the 1958-59 season of THE PAT BOONE CHEVY SHOWROOM. In those days, singer-actor Pat Boone would present fresh new talent to the nation's TV viewers… and he returns to repeat the feat in brand-new introductions made exclusively for this collection.
Highlights include some of Dick's most hilarious and beloved routines: "Babysitting Father", "Mailing A Letter On A Windy Corner", "Daddy’s Little Girls", "The Pet Cat", "Sneaking In" and "The Tennis Champ" as well as song performances with Pat Boone and Shirley Jones.
 The Dick Van Dyke Show cast on Stump the Stars (1962)


 
EARTHQUAKE (1974) 123m (WS)  TRAILER  Construction Engineer Stuart Graff is estranged from his jealously possessive wife, Remy, and has an affair with Denise Marshall, the widow of a co-worker. Remy tries to persuade her father, Sam Royce, who is Stuart's employer, to use his influence to stop Stuart from seeing Denise. Rogue policeman Lew Slade is suspended from the L.A.P.D. for having punched an obtuse officer from another jurisdiction. Embittered, Slade contemplates quitting the police force. Jody, a perverted grocery store manager, lusts after Rosa Amici, sister of Sal, assistant to Miles Quade, an aspiring daredevil motor cyclist. The lives of these people are devastated when a major earthquake rips through LA and reduces the city to ruins.
Director: Mark Robson
Writers: George Fox, Mario Puzo
Stars: Charlton Heston, Ava Gardner, George Kennedy



IMPOSSIBLE, THE (2012) 114m (WS)  TRAILER
A regular family - Maria (Naomi Watts), Henry (Ewan McGregor) and their three kids - travel to Thailand to spend Christmas. They get an upgrade to a villa on the coastline. After settling in and exchanging gifts, they go to the pool, like so many other tourists. A perfect paradise vacation until a distant noise becomes a roar. There is no time to escape from the tsunami; Maria and her eldest are swept one way, Henry and the youngest another. Who will survive, and what will become of them?

Director: J.A. Bayona
Writers: Sergio G. Sánchez, María Belón (story)
Stars: Naomi Watts, Ewan McGregor, Tom Holland 



KING KONG ESCAPES (1967) 96m (WS)  TRAILER
King Kong is brought in by an evil ruler to dig for precious gems in a mine when the robot MechaKong is unable to do the task. This leads to the machine and the real Kong engaging in a tremendous battle that threatens to level Japan.

Director: Ishirô Honda
Writer: Takeshi Kimura
Stars: Rhodes Reason, Mie Hama, Linda Miller




 LEGEND OF HELL HOUSE (1973) 90m (WS)  TRAILER
A team consisting of a physicist, his wife, a young female psychic and the only survivor of the previous visit are sent to the notorious Hell House to prove/disprove survival after death. Previous visitors have either been killed or gone mad, and it is up to the team to survive a full week in isolation, and solve the mystery of the Hell House.
 Director: John Hough
Writers: Richard Matheson (novel), Richard Matheson (screenplay)
Stars: Roddy McDowall, Gayle Hunnicutt, Pamela Franklin



 LITTLE SEX, A (1982) 95m (WS)  TRAILER
Tim Matheson loves women, I mean, he loves women. Enter Kate Capshaw, his latest girlfriend. She wants to get married, but he can't commit. This might sound like just another excuse to make another stupid and forgettable sex-pic with plenty of nudity. But, actually it's better than it sounds, with very little nudity save for a neighbor who vacuums in the nude. Tim exudes his usual charm. In fact, despite his flaws, he is more interesting than Kate Capshaw's character. Maybe, because of his flaws. But the highlights of the picture are his talks with his brother, played by Edward Herrmann (Gilmore Girls, Big Business) on walks through New York. His brother, being a psychiatrist, loves to analyze him and tell him what he's doing wrong. Their rapport on screen is very natural, and their conversations are well written.
 Director: Bruce Paltrow
Writer: Robert De Laurentiis
Stars: Tim Matheson, Kate Capshaw, Edward Herrmann 

MIRROR, MIRROR (2012) 116m (WS) TRAILER
After a beloved King vanishes, his ruthless wife seizes control of the kingdom and keeps her beautiful 18-year-old stepdaughter, Snow White, hidden away in the palace. But when the princess attracts the attention of a charming and wealthy visiting prince, the jealous Queen banishes the girl to a nearby forest. Taken in by a band of rebellious but kindhearted dwarfs, Snow White blossoms into a brave young woman determined to save her country from the Queen. With the support of her new friends, she roars into action to reclaim her birthright and win back her Prince in this magical adventure comedy that will capture the hearts and imaginations of audiences the world over.

 Director: Tarsem Singh
Writers: Marc Klein (screenplay), Jason Keller (screenplay)
Stars: Lily Collins, Julia Roberts, Armie Hammer


MOMENT BY MOMENT (1978) 94m P&S  FULL FILM
One year after "Saturday Night Fever," John Travolta starred in this love story between a young drifter and an older woman - Lily Tomlin. The characters are savagely portrayed, and the story is set against a backdrop of shrink-riddled and over-privileged society.   10MIN TRIBUTE
"Gonna Let Her In My Life" - John Travolta on DINAH SHORE SHOW

Director: Jane Wagner
Writer: Jane Wagner
Stars: Lily Tomlin, John Travolta, Andra Akers



OFFICE SPACE (1999) 89m (WS)  TRAILER
In the Initech office, the insecure Peter Gibbons hates his job and the abusive Division VP Bill Lumbergh that has just hired two consultants to downsize the company. His best friends are the software engineers Michael Bolton and Samir Nagheenanajar that also hate Initech, and his next door neighbor Lawrence. His girlfriend Anne is cheating on him but she convinces Peter to visit the hypnotherapist Dr. Swanson. Peter tells how miserable his life is and Dr. Swanson hypnotizes him and he goes into a state of ecstasy. However, Dr. Swanson dies immediately after giving the hypnotic suggestion to Peter. He dates the waitress Joanna and changes his attitude in the company, being promoted by the consultants. When he discovers that Michael and Samir will be fired, they decide to plant a virus in the account system to embezzle fraction of cents in each financial operation into Peter's account. However Michael commits a mistake in the software and instead of decimals, they steal a large amount....

Director: Mike Judge
Writers: Mike Judge (Milton animated shorts), Mike Judge (screenplay)
Stars: Ron Livingston, Jennifer Aniston, David Herman

PRETTY IN PINK (1986) 96m (WS)  TRAILER
Teenager Andie is one of the not-so-popular girls in high school. She usually hangs out with her friends Iona or Duckie. Duckie has always had a crush on her, but now she has met a new guy at school, Blane. He's one of the rich and popular guys but can the two worlds meet?
Pretty In Pink (video)      If You Leave (video)

Director: Howard Deutch
Writer: John Hughes
Stars: Molly Ringwald, Jon Cryer, Harry Dean Stanton


PRIVATE MATTER, A (1992-TV) 92m  TRAILER
The true story of Romper Room host "Miss Sherri" Finkbine, who, after the devastating effects of thalidomide were discovered in the early 1960s, sparked a firestorm of controversy with her determination to obtain an abortion.

Director: Joan Micklin Silver
Writer: William Nicholson
Stars: Sissy Spacek, Aidan Quinn, Estelle Parsons





ROLLER COASTER (1977) 119m (WS)  TRAILER
 In a series of amusement parks, something deadly is happening. Rollercoasters are flying off their tracks, and people are dying. It soon becomes apparent that these are not a series of coincidences, but the work of a psychopathic extortionist who is placing explosives on the tracks. The FBI is called in to investigate and traces the crimes to a young man. But even after the man gets his ransom, he plans to blow up another rollercoaster...this one at a well-known park in California. Will the FBI be able to arrest him before he can carry out his murderous plan...or will another rollercoaster go off the rails?

Director: James Goldstone
Writers: Tommy Cook (story), Sanford Sheldon (screen story)
Stars: George Segal, Timothy Bottoms, Richard Widmark


 SCARY MOVIE 4 (2006) 91m (WS)  TRAILER
The unemployed Cindy Campbell is hired to work in a cursed house as caretaker of an old lady and meets the ghost of a boy. Meanwhile, the teenager son Robbie and the young daughter Rachel of his next door neighbor and crane operator Tom Ryan are spending the weekend with their loser father. Cindy and Tom meet and fall in love for each other, but when Giant Tripods invade Earth, Tom escapes with Robbie and Rachel; Cindy travels to a village, trying to find the answer to a riddle to save the world; and the president of USA organizes the defense of the planet in UN under his intelligence and leadership.

Director: David Zucker
Writers: Craig Mazin (screenplay), Jim Abrahams (screenplay)
Stars: Anna Faris, Regina Hall, Craig Bierko


Walter Mitty, a daydreaming pulp-fiction writer with an overprotective mother, likes to imagine that he is a hero who experiences fantastic adventures. His dream becomes true when he accidentally meets a mysterious woman who hands him a little black book. According to her, it contains the locations of the Dutch crown jewels hidden since World War II. Soon, Mitty finds himself in the middle of a confusing conspiracy and has to admit that being a hero in real life isn't that easy. 
Director: Norman Z. McLeod
Writers: Ken Englund (screen play), Everett Freeman (screen play)
Stars: Danny Kaye, Virginia Mayo, Boris Karloff  


SILVER LININGS PLAYBOOK (20012) 122m (WS)  TRAILER
Against medical advice and without the knowledge of her husband Pat Solatano Sr., caring Dolores Solatano discharges her adult son, Pat Solatano Jr., from a Maryland mental health institution after his minimum eight month court ordered stint. The condition of the release includes Pat Jr. moving back in with his parents in their Philadelphia home. Although Pat Jr.'s institutionalization was due to him beating up the lover of his wife Nikki, he was diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Nikki has since left him and has received a restraining order against him. Although he is on medication (which he doesn't take because of the way it makes him feel) and has mandatory therapy sessions, Pat Jr. feels like he can manage on the outside solely by healthy living and looking for the "silver linings" in his life. His goals are to get his old job back as a substitute teacher, but more importantly reunite with Nikki. He finds there are certain instances where he doesn't cope well, however no less so ... 

Director: David O. Russell
Writers: David O. Russell (screenplay), Matthew Quick (novel)
Stars: Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence, Robert De Niro



SLAYER (2006-TV) 87m (Unrated)  TRAILER
An elite commando squad led by longtime soldier buddies Hawk and Grives run afoul of lethal and powerful vampires in a South American rain forest. Grieves gets turned into a vampire and becomes leader of a savage roving herd. Moreover, Hawk has to rescue his scientist ex-wife Dr. Laurie Williams from the bloodsuckers' evil clutches.

Director: Kevin VanHook
Writer: Kevin VanHook
Stars: Casper Van Dien, Tony Plana, Kevin Grevioux


 SWARM, THE (1977) 115m (WS)  TRAILER
 Killer bees from South America have been breeding with the gentler bees of more northern climes, slowly extending their territory northward decade after decade. Entomologist Brad Crane has discovered that something is making them come together in huge, killer swarms. He wants to keep the General Slater from using military tactics from further upsetting the balance of nature as they join to try to stop the swarms from approaching Houston.

Director: Irwin Allen
Writers: Arthur Herzog III (novel), Stirling Silliphant (screenplay)
Stars: Michael Caine, Katharine Ross, Richard Widmark


TOMMY (1975) 111m (WS) RARE TRAILER   TRAILER
Nora Walker is told that her British fighter pilot husband is missing in action and presumed killed in World War II. On V.E. Day, Nora gives birth to their son, who she names Tommy. While Tommy is an adolescent, Nora marries Frank, a shifty camp counselor. Shortly thereafter, Tommy suffers an emotionally traumatic experience associated with his father and step-father, which, based on things told to him at that time, results in him becoming deaf, dumb and blind, a situation which several people exploit for their own pleasure. As Nora tries several things to bring Tommy out of his psychosomatic disabilities, Tommy, now a young man, happens upon pinball as a stimulus. Playing by intuition, Tommy becomes a pinball master, which in turn makes him, and by association Nora and Frank, rich and famous. Nora literally shatters Tommy to his awakening, which ultimately leads to both the family's rise and downfall as people initially try to emulate Tommy's path then rebel against it.

MEDLEY OF STAGE MUSICAL
Director: Ken Russell
Writers: Pete Townshend (album), Pete Townshend (story)
Stars: Roger Daltrey, Ann-Margret, Oliver Reed


WASABI TUNA (2003) 92m (WS)  TRAILER
It's the night before Halloween and everyone in LA is trying to make time to finish their costumes for the biggest and brashest block party of the year. Fredrico, Dave, Evan, Harvey and Emme have all been waiting for this day to come for what seems like an eternity. Emme has the perfect solution, something edgy, something fresh, something dangerous, something which will defy all expectations, to dress up as gang bangers. But in order to achieve that authentic straight from the hood look, they have to go to the professionals. The five friends split up and Dave makes his way to East LA where he meets Romeo, a real life gangster who agrees to loan Dave his purple low rider in exchange for Dave's cherry red Porsche. The Anna Nicole Smith Show S.2-Wasabi Tuna

Director: Lee Friedlander
Writer: Celia Fox
Stars: Antonio Sabato Jr., Jason London, Barney Cheng


WESTWORLD (1973) 88m (WS)  TRAILER
A amusement park for rich vacationers. The park provides its customers a way to live out their fantasies through the use of robots that provide anything they want. Two of the vacationers choose a wild west adventure. However, after a computer breakdown, they find that they are now being stalked by a rogue robot gun-slinger.   
MAKING OF Westworld

Director: Michael Crichton
Writer: Michael Crichton
Stars: Yul Brynner, Richard Benjamin, James Brolin
















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