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A deeply religious man finds his faith tested when he is thrust into the material world in Ozer Kiziltan’s powerful TAKVA: A MAN’S FEAR OF GOD. The film, a prize winner at major film festivals including Toronto and Berlin,...

Megan Buehrer http://www.foundrycomm.com A deeply religious man finds his faith tested when he is thrust into the material world in Ozer Kiziltan’s powerful TAKVA: A MAN’S FEAR OF GOD. The film, a prize winner at major film festivals including Toronto and Berlin, makes its U.S. debut on KOCH Lorber Films DVD on December 9 for $26.98SRP.]]> WINNER – Berlin International Film Festival, FIPRESCI Prize WINNER – Best Actor, Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival ON DECEMBER 9, KOCH LORBER FILMS PRESENTS THE INTERNATIONALLY ACCLAIMED PORTRAIT OF A MAN TORN BETWEEN HIS FAITH AND THE SECULAR WORLD TAKVA: A MAN’S FEAR OF GOD A Worldwide Success at Major Film Festivals and Turkey’s Official Selection for Best Foreign Language Film, Ozer Kiziltan’s Timely Personal Drama Makes Its Highly Anticipated U.S. Debut on DVD Port Washington, NY– A deeply religious man finds his faith tested when he is thrust into the material world in Ozer Kiziltan’s powerful TAKVA: A MAN’S FEAR OF GOD. The film, a prize winner at major film festivals including Toronto and Berlin, makes its U.S. debut on KOCH Lorber Films DVD on December 9 for $26.98SRP. Set in Istanbul, a city on the border of Western and Eastern civilizations where the modern world and the ancient coexist TAKVA: A MAN’S FEAR OF GOD is centered around Muharrem, a quiet, humble and anonymous Istanbul Muslim living a solitary life of strict adherence to his religion, prayer and abstinence from sex and alcohol. When his good behavior draws the attention of a powerful religious leader, he is rewarded with the job of collecting rent from the numerous apartments and shops that the religious group owns. Suddenly, Muharrem is thrust into the business world, complete with a cell phone, Western-style suits and a car. Alternately anxious, curious and confused by this strange world of money, corruption and dishonesty – made worse by a recurring dream involving a seductive woman -- Muharrem begins to fear that God will punish him. Turkey’s official submission for the Academy Award for Best Foreign-Language Film, TAKVA was an official selection at the Tribeca and Seattle Film Festivals. The film, a hit with audiences worldwide, also captured the prestigious FIPRESCI prize at the Berlin International Film Festival and the Innovation Award at the Toronto International Film Festival, while the Sarajevo Film Festival named it Best Picture. Additionallu, Erkan Can (Muharrem), won the Best Actor prize at both the 2006 Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival in Turkey and the Geneva Film Festival. The DVD, which has an SRP of $26.98, presents the film in its original widescreen 1.85:1 (16x9) aspect ratio and Dolby Digital sound. The film is in Turkish, with English subtitles. About KOCH Lorber Films Dedicated to providing the best in award-winning, classic and contemporary international cinema, documentary features and cultural programming, KOCH Lorber Films is a market leader for high quality releases to both wide and specialized audiences through theatrical, television and home video distribution. KOCH Lorber Films DVD releases include: the classic films La Dolce Vita, The Decline of the American Empire, Teorema and The Umbrellas of Cherbourg, and recent festival hits such as Intimacy, The Girl from Paris, Children of the Century, The Five Obstructions and Save the Green Planet. Visit KOCH Lorber Films online at www.kochlorberfilms.com. ]]> tag:www.foundrywire.com,2008://1.95 2008-11-18T04:58:50Z 2008-11-18T05:08:08Z

This December, Koch Vision and the Imperial War Museum will release to DVD a collection of rare World War II films never before available on home video, and many that have not been seen since the war years. ROYAL...

Megan Buehrer http://www.foundrycomm.com This December, Koch Vision and the Imperial War Museum will release to DVD a collection of rare World War II films never before available on home video, and many that have not been seen since the war years. ROYAL AIR FORCE AT WAR: THE UNSEEN FILMS and ROYAL NAVY AT WAR: THE UNSEEN FILMS are multiple DVD collections of complete and uncut original British military films preserved in the Museum’s vaults chronicling the service of the RAF and Royal Navy from 1940 to 1944. These carefully selected historical artifacts cover a truly diverse range of subjects, from the obvious morale booster, to public information and instructional films. Arriving in stores December 9th, the ROYAL AIR FORCE AT WAR: THE UNSEEN FILMS 3- DVD set will be available for $29.98SRP and ROYAL NAVY AT WAR: THE UNSEEN FILMS will be available for $39.98SRP. Both historical collections are essential viewing for WW2 and British history buffs.]]> KOCH VISION PRESENTS TWO FASCINATING COLLECTOR’S DVD SETS FROM THE PRESTIGIOUS IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUM COLLECTION ROYAL AIR FORCE AT WAR: THE UNSEEN FILMS ROYAL NAVY AT WAR: THE UNSEEN FILMS Straight from the Imperial War Museum Vault, 49 Rare and Historically Significant British Military Films Become Available for the Very First Time IN STORES DECEMBER 9 Port Washington, NY– This December, Koch Vision and the Imperial War Museum will release to DVD a collection of rare World War II films never before available on home video, and many that have not been seen since the war years. ROYAL AIR FORCE AT WAR: THE UNSEEN FILMS and ROYAL NAVY AT WAR: THE UNSEEN FILMS are multiple DVD collections of complete and uncut original British military films preserved in the Museum’s vaults chronicling the service of the RAF and Royal Navy from 1940 to 1944. These carefully selected historical artifacts cover a truly diverse range of subjects, from the obvious morale booster, to public information and instructional films. Arriving in stores December 9th, the ROYAL AIR FORCE AT WAR: THE UNSEEN FILMS 3- DVD set will be available for $29.98SRP and ROYAL NAVY AT WAR: THE UNSEEN FILMS will be available for $39.98SRP. Both historical collections are essential viewing for WW2 and British history buffs. THE ROYAL AIR FORCE AT WAR: THE UNSEEN FILMS is a unique collection of 21 films on three extra-length DVDs covering the period 1940-1944. These historically fascinating films cover varied topics, from ditching procedures for Halifax bomber crews to a celebration of the newly introduced Lancaster and from instructions for navigators on board Stirlings to the best way to rescue crashed fighter pilots from their cockpits. There are film guides to preventing air accidents, fascinating behind-the-scenes accounts of servicing Wellington bombers and even a look at the RAF Regiment. Taken together, these 24 training and public information films provide a fascinating historical record of the Royal Air Force at the height of the war years. THE ROYAL NAVY AT WAR: THE UNSEEN FILMS includes four DVD volumes spanning the period from 1940 to 1943. These 28 films, all relating to the Royal Navy, give both a general overview of the navy’s role at the time and an in-depth look at some of its activities. A collection of wartime Naval instructional films prepared for the Admiralty offers a detailed and truly diverse look at the skills exposed to be mastered by the men of the Royal Navy and their duties on board ship. Another collection covers the commissioning of the HMS Howe, HMS London, HMS King George V and other vessels that saw service during WWII. More films offer a diverse insight into Fleet Air Arm operations and its carriers and aircraft. As a complete set, these films are necessary viewing for anyone interested in British maritime history. About KOCH Vision KOCH Vision is the home video arm of leading music and video distributor KOCH Entertainment. A leading independent supplier of a broad range of product genres, KOCH Vision boasts a library of feature films, television series and miniseries, award-winning children’s programs, live music concerts and more. It is the home of such notable properties as Soundstage, McLeod’s Daughters, Wire in the Blood, Popular Mechanics for Kids, Faerie Tale Theatre, Life with Derek, Ballet Shoes starring Emma Watson and Nickelback: Live At Sturgis. KOCH Entertainment is an Entertainment One company (LSE: ETO). Visit KOCH Vision online at www.kochvision.com ]]> tag:www.foundrywire.com,2008://1.94 2008-11-18T04:42:12Z 2008-11-18T04:58:41Z

This Christmas, enthusiastic fans will delight in spending another hot summer in Australia with the U.S. DVD debut of McLEOD’S DAUGHERS: THE COMPLETE SEVENTH SEASON. McLeod’s Daughters became an overnight sensation when it premiered on U.S. television several years...

Megan Buehrer http://www.foundrycomm.com This Christmas, enthusiastic fans will delight in spending another hot summer in Australia with the U.S. DVD debut of McLEOD’S DAUGHERS: THE COMPLETE SEVENTH SEASON. McLeod’s Daughters became an overnight sensation when it premiered on U.S. television several years ago on the WE: Women’s Entertainment channel -- and its popularity continues to this day. The series -- one of Australia’s most watched, and now in the midst of its eight and final season -- has captivated millions of viewers worldwide with its addictive storylines and heroic portrayals of empowered women. No longer a fixture on U.S. television, avid watchers eagerly await full season DVD releases from KOCH Vision. On December 9, Season Seven -- never before seen in the U.S. – will finally be unveiled on DVD as an 8-DVD set for $79.98SRP.]]> “Highly addictive…exactly what escapist TV should be.” –DVD Talk THIS DECEMBER, U.S. VIEWERS WILL WARM UP WITH THE NEWEST INSTALLMENT OF AUSTRALIA’S MOST POPULAR TV EXPORT McLEOD'S DAUGHTERS: THE COMPLETE SEVENTH SEASON New 8-DVD Collector’s Set Includes All 32 Season Seven Episodes for $79.98SRP IN STORES DECEMBER 9 Port Washington, NY – This Christmas, enthusiastic fans will delight in spending another hot summer in Australia with the U.S. DVD debut of McLEOD’S DAUGHERS: THE COMPLETE SEVENTH SEASON. "McLeod’s Daughters" became an overnight sensation when it premiered on U.S. television several years ago on the WE: Women’s Entertainment channel -- and its popularity continues to this day. The series -- one of Australia’s most watched, and now in the midst of its eight and final season -- has captivated millions of viewers worldwide with its addictive storylines and heroic portrayals of empowered women. No longer a fixture on U.S. television, avid watchers eagerly await full season DVD releases from KOCH Vision. On December 9, Season Seven -- never before seen in the U.S. – will finally be unveiled on DVD as an 8-DVD set for $79.98SRP. Shot entirely on location Down Under, McLeod’s Daughters follows the adventures of a largely-female workforce at a large family-owned Australian cattle ranch. In Season Seven, only Jodi Fountain-McLeod is left to run the ranch after the departure of Tess McLeod in Season Six. As the series has continued through the years, new characters and new adventures keep the show as fresh and exciting as ever. Created by Posie Graeme-Evans, McLeod’s Daughters stars Simmone Mackinnon, Luke Jacobz, Abi Tucker, Doris Younane, Matthew Passmore, Dustin Clare, Gillian Alexy, Aaron Jeffery, and Michala Banas. Praising the series for taking its time to “let sexual tensions build and simmer,” The New York Times described the show as “Dallas down under, Bonanza with better hair or The Thorn Birds with the sheep but not the priest.” Entertainment Weekly recommended it as “what to watch” and, in reference to the popularity of Australian actors Naomi Watts and Nicole Kidman, called it “Aussie Invasion, Round 2.” The Hollywood Reporter praised McLeod’s Daughters as “beautifully filmed, stylishly produced and believably conceived…a quality chick show that the dudes will be drawn to as well.” The New York Post said “the show isn’t like anything else on TV. And really, how refreshing to have women’s programming that actually makes female characters smart, savvy, self-sufficient survivors, instead of Desperate Housewives.” About KOCH Vision KOCH Vision is the home video arm of leading music and video distributor KOCH Entertainment. A leading independent supplier of a broad range of product genres, KOCH Vision boasts a library of feature films, television series and miniseries, award-winning children’s programs, live music concerts and more. It is the home of such notable properties as Soundstage, McLeod’s Daughters, Wire in the Blood, Popular Mechanics for Kids, Faerie Tale Theatre, Life with Derek, Ballet Shoes starring Emma Watson and Nickelback: Live At Sturgis. KOCH Entertainment is an Entertainment One company (LSE: ETO). Visit KOCH Vision online at www.kochvision.com ]]> tag:www.foundrywire.com,2008://1.93 2008-11-18T04:31:55Z 2008-11-18T04:40:35Z

This December, film noir gets a modern make-over with the DVD release of BLUE BLOOD from KOCH Vision. Delivering “a classic plot of lust, greed and murder” (Chicago Sun Times), the independent thriller impressed critics and audiences alike during...

Megan Buehrer http://www.foundrycomm.com This December, film noir gets a modern make-over with the DVD release of BLUE BLOOD from KOCH Vision. Delivering “a classic plot of lust, greed and murder” (Chicago Sun Times), the independent thriller impressed critics and audiences alike during its 2007 theatrical release (distributed with the title If I Didn’t Care in U.S. markets). BLUE BLOOD stars 2-time Oscar nominee Roy Scheider (Jaws, The French Connection) as the seasoned private investigator tasked with untangling a murder in the exclusive community of the Hamptons. Actors Bill Sage (American Psycho, Mysterious Skin), Susan Misner (“Gossip Girl,” Chicago), Noelle Beck (“As the World Turns,” “Cashmere Mafia”) and Ronald Guttman (27 Dresses, August Rush) round out the cast. BLUE BLOOD arrives in stores December 9, complete with bonus behind-the-scenes footage and cast and crew interviews, for $24.98SRP.]]> A neat-and-nasty little gem… a combination of cozy whodunit and noir romance” --Newsday 2-TIME OSCAR® NOMINEE ROY SCHEIDER STARS IN A FRESH HITCHCOCKIAN THRILLER ON DVD FROM KOCH VISION BLUE BLOOD An Official Selection of the Hamptons International Film Festival, Blue Blood Also Stars Bill Sage, Susan Miner, Noelle Beck and Ronald Guttman IN STORES DECEMBER 9 Port Washington, NY – This December, film noir gets a modern make-over with the DVD release of BLUE BLOOD from KOCH Vision. Delivering “a classic plot of lust, greed and murder” (Chicago Sun Times), the independent thriller impressed critics and audiences alike during its 2007 theatrical release (distributed with the title If I Didn’t Care in U.S. markets). BLUE BLOOD stars 2-time Oscar nominee Roy Scheider (Jaws, The French Connection) as the seasoned private investigator tasked with untangling a murder in the exclusive community of the Hamptons. Actors Bill Sage (American Psycho, Mysterious Skin), Susan Misner (“Gossip Girl,” Chicago), Noelle Beck (“As the World Turns,” “Cashmere Mafia”) and Ronald Guttman (27 Dresses, August Rush) round out the cast. BLUE BLOOD arrives in stores December 9, complete with bonus behind-the-scenes footage and cast and crew interviews, for $24.98SRP. BLUE BLOOD was written and directed by talented brothers Ben and Orson Cummings, and aside from a few scenes in Manhattan, was filmed entirely on location in their own backyard of East Hampton. As year-round residents of the resort-like area, the Cummings played upon the mood created by the long, empty days of the off-season for their film. In it, Davis Meyers (Sage) is a middle-aged man with no direction, though he operates under the pretense that he’s dabbling in real estate. In reality, he’s a kept man – a trophy husband to a high-powered Manhattan attorney (Beck). After failed attempts at producing an heir, Davis’ boredom leads to an affair with femme fatale Hadley Templeton (Misner) and a murder plot, and a cat and mouse game ensues with the arrival of private investigator Linus (Scheider) on the scene. The result is “a crisply written film noir” (Newsday) that’s “filled with fresh surprises” (New York Observer). About KOCH Vision KOCH Vision is the home video arm of leading music and video distributor KOCH Entertainment. A leading independent supplier of a broad range of product genres, KOCH Vision boasts a library of feature films, television series and miniseries, award-winning children’s programs, live music concerts and more. It is the home of such notable properties as Soundstage, McLeod’s Daughters, Wire in the Blood, Popular Mechanics for Kids, Faerie Tale Theatre, Life with Derek, Ballet Shoes starring Emma Watson and Nickelback: Live At Sturgis. KOCH Entertainment is an Entertainment One company (LSE: ETO). Visit KOCH Vision online at www.kochvision.com ]]> tag:www.foundrywire.com,2008://1.92 2008-11-18T04:23:11Z 2008-11-18T04:42:03Z

KOCH Vision, Coming Home Media and Blue Rider Pictures proudly announce the release of NICKELBACK LIVE AT STURGIS 2006, a hard-rockin’ set of twelve greatest hits recorded at the world-famous “Rockin’ The Rally” show in Sturgis, South Dakota. Coming...

Megan Buehrer http://www.foundrycomm.com KOCH Vision, Coming Home Media and Blue Rider Pictures proudly announce the release of NICKELBACK LIVE AT STURGIS 2006, a hard-rockin’ set of twelve greatest hits recorded at the world-famous “Rockin’ The Rally” show in Sturgis, South Dakota. Coming hot on the heels of the November 18 release of Nickelback’s highly-anticipated new album Dark Horse, the LIVE AT STURGIS 2006 DVD will be available exclusively at Walmart on December 2.]]> RECORDED IN HIGH DEFINITION IN FRONT OF 35,000 FANS NICKELBACK LIVE AT STURGIS 2006 Nickelback’s First Live DVD in Six Years Features the Band’s Performance at the Sturgis “Rockin’ The Rally” Show, Along with Bonus Features That Include a Behind-the-Scenes Featurette and the “Rockstar” Music Video AVAILABLE DECEMBER 2 EXCLUSIVELY AT WALMART Port Washington, NY – KOCH Vision, Coming Home Media and Blue Rider Pictures proudly announce the release of NICKELBACK LIVE AT STURGIS 2006, a hard-rockin’ set of twelve greatest hits recorded at the world-famous “Rockin’ The Rally” show in Sturgis, South Dakota. Coming hot on the heels of the November 18 release of Nickelback’s highly-anticipated new album Dark Horse, the LIVE AT STURGIS 2006 DVD will be available exclusively at Walmart on December 2. Nickelback’s first live DVD release since 2002, LIVE AT STURGIS 2006 captures an explosive show from one of the world’s greatest recording and touring artists. Filmed with 15 High Definition cameras, this definitive concert performance presents the band pounding out fan favorites and modern day classics from their first three multi-million selling albums: Silver Side Up, The Long Road and All The Right Reasons. Recorded with High Definition cameras that produce images equivalent to motion picture film, the LIVE AT STURGIS 2006 DVD offers four distortion-free, full range sound options including SRS Circle Surround, DTS and Dolby 5.1 Digital Surround Sound and Stereo. Bonus features include a special behind-the-scenes documentary featurette incorporating backstage interviews with the band, the music video for “Rockstar,” a Sturgis 101 primer and a photo gallery. Also included is a 12-page booklet featuring liner notes and photography from the show. NICKELBACK LIVE AT STURGIS 2006 was Directed by Daniel E. Catullo III; Produced by Jack Gulick & Daniel E. Catullo III; Executive Producers: Tilton Gardner, Jeff Geoffray & Walter Josten; Audio Mixed by Randy Staub About KOCH Vision KOCH Vision is the home video arm of leading music and video distributor KOCH Entertainment. A leading independent supplier of a broad range of product genres, KOCH Vision boasts a library of feature films, television series and miniseries, award-winning children’s programs, live music concerts and more. It is the home of such notable properties as Soundstage, McLeod’s Daughters, Wire in the Blood, Popular Mechanics for Kids, Faerie Tale Theatre, Life with Derek and Ballet Shoes starring Emma Watson. Visit KOCH Vision online at www.kochvision.com ]]> tag:www.foundrywire.com,2008://1.91 2008-11-14T22:37:00Z 2008-11-14T23:01:37Z

This Thanksgiving, MONSTERS HD cordially invites viewers to cozy up to a gaggle of zombies -- and we don’t mean your musty relatives -- for the network’s traditional undead buffet with all the trimmings: “Thanksgiving Day of the Dead.”...

Megan Buehrer http://www.foundrycomm.com This Thanksgiving, MONSTERS HD cordially invites viewers to cozy up to a gaggle of zombies -- and we don’t mean your musty relatives -- for the network’s traditional undead buffet with all the trimmings: “Thanksgiving Day of the Dead.” This year, on top of the 24/7 zombie thrills, the undead are also being unleashed online with the MONSTERSHD.COM (www.MONSTERSHD.com) premieres of the George Romero cult classic Day of the Dead and the neo-classic, The Rage, from director and special-effects master, Robert Kurtzman. So, this holiday, while everyone else is gobbling turkey, sink your teeth into “the other white meat” with these tasty zombie offerings, premiering on November 27]]> This Thanksgiving, MONSTERS HD cordially invites viewers to cozy up to a gaggle of zombies -- and we don’t mean your musty relatives -- for the network’s traditional undead buffet with all the trimmings: “Thanksgiving Day of the Dead.” This year, on top of the 24/7 zombie thrills, the undead are also being unleashed online with the MONSTERSHD.COM (www.MONSTERSHD.com) premieres of the George Romero cult classic Day of the Dead and the neo-classic, The Rage, from director and special-effects master, Robert Kurtzman. So, this holiday, while everyone else is gobbling turkey, sink your teeth into “the other white meat” with these tasty zombie offerings, premiering on November 27. DAY OF THE DEAD (1985) In this George Romero-directed installment, zombies have taken over the country, except for a small group of scientists and military personnel who reside in an underground bunker/ government lab. As they race to find a “cure,” disturbing facts are revealed, pitting soldiers against scientists and, of course, zombies. Preceded by Night of the Living Dead and Dawn of the Dead, and succeeded by Land of the Dead, Romero cites this film as his personal favorite –even making a cameo as one of zombies. Day of the Dead garnered a 1986 Saturn Award for Tom Savini for best make-up from the Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror Films. THE RAGE (2007) Robert Kurtzman, behind one of the top make-up and effects shops in the business and such films as From Dusk Till Dawn, Vampires, Cabin Fever, Hostel and The Devil’s Rejects, deftly utilizes his genre skills in The Rage, which he co-wrote and directed. In this gory take on the zombie genre, a mad scientist (Andrew Divoff) experiments with a rage-inducing virus on innocent victims. When these victims escape, they have a new found appetite for human flesh -- as do the mutant vultures that feed on the rage-infected humans. Reggie Bannister (Phantasm series), the “hardest working man in the horror genre”, co-stars in a film Dread Central calls a “new splatter classic”. About MONSTERS HD It’s Alive! Launched in October 2003, MONSTERS HD (www.monstershd.com) is television’s first and only, definitive channel dedicated to the popular horror & creature feature category. From the classic horrors of Dracula, Frankenstein and the Wolfman to prehistoric giants like King Kong and Godzilla, to supernatural terrors like The Evil Dead and The Exorcist to the modern maniacs of Freddy, Jason Michael and Leatherface. MONSTERS HD also goes behind the screams with Monsterama, the channel’s original series hosted by Elvira, Mistress of the Dark. Monsterama focuses on every aspect of monster movie mania imaginable. From Hollywood special effects, creature shops and monster make-up to the latest creature collectibles, conventions and upcoming theatrical, DVD and video game releases. MONSTERS HD’s Monsterama series has fright fans glued to their seats and drooling with delight with the eerie sights on display shot in stunning high definition. ]]> tag:www.foundrywire.com,2008://1.90 2008-10-03T14:23:55Z 2008-10-03T14:42:42Z

This fall, the games begin as KOCH Vision debuts the smash television series LIFE WITH DEREK on DVD. Airing continuously on the Disney Channel (U.S.) and Family Channel (Canada) since 2005 and currently in its forth season, this modern-day...

Megan Buehrer http://www.foundrycomm.com This fall, the games begin as KOCH Vision debuts the smash television series LIFE WITH DEREK on DVD. Airing continuously on the Disney Channel (U.S.) and Family Channel (Canada) since 2005 and currently in its forth season, this modern-day twist on the Brady Bunch has been all the rage with kids 6-14 as the #1-rated show in its time-slot and was the winner of the prestigious Shaw Rocket Prize for Best Children’s Program. On October 14, LIFE WITH DEREK: THE COMPLETE FIRST SEASON arrives as a must-have 2-DVD collector’s set priced for every family home entertainment library at $29.98 SRP. Featuring all 13 first season episodes, the jam-packed DVD set also includes an hour of bonus features including up-close-and-personal interviews with the stars and hilarious, behind-the-scenes b-roll footage as well as a collectible, full-color 8” x 20” locker poster and more!]]> ON OCTOBER 14, KOCH VISION PRESENTS THE SMASH HIT TELEVISION SERIES MAKING ITS DVD DEBUT LIFE WITH DEREK: THE COMPLETE FIRST SEASON Teen Idols Ashley Leggat and Michael Seater Star in This Top-Rated Series Now Arriving as a Loaded 2-Disc Set ($29.98 SRP) Featuring an Hour of Exclusive DVD Extras and a Full-Color 8” x 20” Locker Poster! Port Washington, NY – This fall, the games begin as KOCH Vision debuts the smash television series LIFE WITH DEREK on DVD. Airing continuously on the Disney Channel (U.S.) and Family Channel (Canada) since 2005 and currently in its forth season, this modern-day twist on the Brady Bunch has been all the rage with kids 6-14 as the #1-rated show in its time-slot and was the winner of the prestigious Shaw Rocket Prize for Best Children’s Program. On October 14, LIFE WITH DEREK: THE COMPLETE FIRST SEASON arrives as a must-have 2-DVD collector’s set priced for every family home entertainment library at $29.98 SRP. Featuring all 13 first season episodes, the jam-packed DVD set also includes an hour of bonus features including up-close-and-personal interviews with the stars and hilarious, behind-the-scenes b-roll footage as well as a collectible, full-color 8” x 20” locker poster and more! Talented stars Michael Seater (Strange Days at Blake Holsey High) and Ashley Leggat (Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen) shine as Derek Venturi and Casey MacDonald, two typical teenagers who are used to being in charge… that is until Casey’s mom and Derek’s dad decide to get married and merge their two families into one. Now, the two type-A teens must find a way to live together under the same roof. Caught in the middle and adding to the fun are Derek and Casey’s younger siblings, who change their alliances depending on the issue or the size of the bribe. Who will win as Derek and Casey battle for control of their house, their school and their world? Will it be Derek, the domestic Napoleon, already established in his domain – or will it be Casey, the tenacious pit bull whose determination to win makes up for her stubbornness? One thing’s for sure, it may take some time for everyone to adjust to LIFE WITH DEREK! Created by Daphne Ballon and commissioned by The Family Channel (Canada), LIFE WITH DEREK is produced by Shaftesbury Films. The series’ stellar cast is rounded out by John Ralston (Flash Gordon), Joy Tanner (Nancy Drew), Daniel Magder (Mee-Shee: The Water Giant),Jordan Todosey (The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio) and Ariel Waller (Cinderella Man). In addition to all 13 Season One episodes, exclusive bonus features for the 2-DVD set of LIFE WITH DEREK: THE COMPLETE FIRST SEASON include cast interviews with Ashley Leggat, Michael Seater, Jordan Todosey, Daniel Magder, Ariel Waller, John Ralston and Joy Tanner; an interview with director Ron Murphy; a behind-the-scenes photo shoot; and on-set tour and b-roll/alternate take footage – making this one DVD kids won’t be able to get enough of! The release of LIFE WITH DEREK: THE COMPLETE FIRST SEASON is supported by an exciting online/interactive program that will include a specially created consumer mini-site and MySpace page for the DVD as well as a “Life with Derek widget” (featuring a cool feature that unlocks exclusive content). Visit www.lifewithderekdvd.com to find out more! About KOCH Vision KOCH Vision is the home video arm of leading music and video distributor KOCH Entertainment. A leading independent supplier of a broad range of product genres, KOCH Vision boasts a library of feature films, television series and miniseries, award-winning children’s and fitness programs, documentaries, live music concerts and more. It is the home of such notable properties as SELF Fitness, Yoga Zone, McLeod’s Daughters, Soundstage, Popular Mechanics for Kids, Wire in the Blood and Terminal City. Visit KOCH Vision online at www.kochvision.com About Shaftesbury Films Founded in 1987, Shaftesbury Films has established a reputation as one of Canada’s leading producers of high quality film and television programming. Recent productions include the 14 Gemini-nominated drama series Murdoch Mysteries for Citytv; four seasons of ReGenesis for The Movie Network, Movie Central and Showcase; the record breaking TV movies In God’s Country and Eight Days to Live, both starring Kelly Rowan for CTV; and The Robber Bride, the Emmy-nominated TV movie starring Mary-Louise Parker for CBC. Shaftesbury Films also produces a variety of kids’ programming, including the highly successful series Life with Derek, currently airing on Family Channel and Disney Channel, and broadcast in over 100 countries worldwide. Visit the Shaftesbury website at www.shaftesbury.ca. ]]> tag:www.foundrywire.com,2008://1.89 2008-08-23T21:04:35Z 2008-08-23T21:10:50Z

NEW YORK, NY -- On August 26, let the wild rumpus begin anew as Maurice Sendak’s beloved classic comes to rich, animated life for a new generation with WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE…AND 5 MORE STORIES BY MAURICE SENDAK....

Megan Buehrer http://www.foundrycomm.com NEW YORK, NY -- On August 26, let the wild rumpus begin anew as Maurice Sendak’s beloved classic comes to rich, animated life for a new generation with WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE…AND 5 MORE STORIES BY MAURICE SENDAK. The faithfully adapted title tale – one of the classics of children’s literature -- headlines the repackaged and refreshed DVD from SCHOLASTIC STORYBOOK TREASURES™ (www.scholastic.com). The DVD, which also includes six animated Sendak tales, a rare, behind-the-scenes interview with the author entitled “Getting to Know Maurice Sendak”, the Spanish language version of “Where the Wild Things Are”, and Special Edition stickers will be priced to add to every family’s home entertainment collection for $14.95SRP.]]> LET THE WILD RUMPUS BEGIN WITH THE WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE …AND 5 MORE STORIES DVD FROM SCHOLASTIC STORYBOOK TREASURES™ Features a New Read Along Function, Behind the Scenes Author Interview and Special Edition Stickers NEW YORK, NY -- On August 26, let the wild rumpus begin anew as Maurice Sendak’s beloved classic comes to rich, animated life for a new generation with WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE…AND 5 MORE STORIES BY MAURICE SENDAK. The faithfully adapted title tale – one of the classics of children’s literature -- headlines the repackaged and refreshed DVD from SCHOLASTIC STORYBOOK TREASURES™ (www.scholastic.com). The DVD, which also includes six animated Sendak tales, a rare, behind-the-scenes interview with the author entitled “Getting to Know Maurice Sendak”, the Spanish language version of “Where the Wild Things Are”, and Special Edition stickers will be priced to add to every family’s home entertainment collection for $14.95SRP. The title tale, which has captured a prestigious Caldecott Medal and sold millions of copies since it was originally published in 1963, is familiar to children -- and adults -- of all ages. Regarded as a landmark children’s classic, it’s the wildly imaginative story of Max, a young boy who misbehaves and is sent to his room without supper. There, he lets his imagination take him to a faraway place where, after donning a distinctive wolf costume, he befriends the strange, mythical creatures who inhabit the island. But, after a “wild rumpus” Max decides it’s time to head back home, “where someone loved him best of all.” With the new read-along function on “Where the Wild Things Are,” children will delight in following the narration in this beautifully animated version of Max’s adventures. Other Sendak tales, distinctively adapted by Weston Woods and featured on the DVD include “Pierre,” “One Was Johnny,” “Alligators All Around,” “Chicken Soup with Rice,” and “In the Night Kitchen.” The SCHOLASTIC STORYBOOK TREASURES™ line offers carefully and colorfully animated stories adapted from some of the best-loved, best-selling children’s books of all time. Each DVD, priced at $14.95SRP, features at least an hour of stories and an enhanced read-along function which highlights the words as they are read. In conjunction with the line, a consumer-friendly website can be found www.newkideo.com, providing families with the latest information on new releases, product reviews, activities for children, and more. About Weston Woods Studios Weston Woods® Studios, a division of Scholastic Media, is the leading creator of audiovisual adaptations of classic children’s picture books. Serving the school and library market as a supplemental educational resource, Weston Woods has brought such cherished films as Where the Wild Things Are and Make Way for Ducklings to generations of children. These best-loved stories are offered through retailers on DVD, as SCHOLASTIC STORYBOOK TREASURES, distributed by New Video. For more information visit us at http://teacher.scholastic.com/products/westonwoods About Scholastic Scholastic Corporation (NASDAQ: SCHL) is the world’s largest publisher and distributor of children’s books and a leader in educational technology and children’s media. Scholastic creates quality educational and entertaining materials and products for use in school and at home, including children's books, magazines, technology-based products, teacher materials, television programming, film, videos and toys. The Company distributes its products and services through a variety of channels, including proprietary school-based book clubs and school-based book fairs, retail stores, schools, libraries, television networks and the Company’s Internet Site, www.scholastic.com. ]]> tag:www.foundrywire.com,2008://1.88 2008-08-23T20:52:32Z 2008-08-23T21:03:50Z

NEW YORK, NY -- Celebrate the exhilarating action of the world-class stars of Major League Soccer with GAMEBREAKERS: THE STARS OF MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER. A high-energy look at clutch, game-winning moments steeled in the red-hot forge of battle, this...

Megan Buehrer http://www.foundrycomm.com NEW YORK, NY -- Celebrate the exhilarating action of the world-class stars of Major League Soccer with GAMEBREAKERS: THE STARS OF MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER. A high-energy look at clutch, game-winning moments steeled in the red-hot forge of battle, this original film showcases the League’s top performers – from the young American stars pumping patriotic passion into every match to the dazzling marquee of international dream-weavers and playmakers. Featuring both English and Spanish narration and bonus material, it will be available for all soccer fans during the height of the MLS season and Summer Olympic fever on August 26 for the collectible price of $19.95SRP.]]> THIS AUGUST, CELEBRATE THE RISING STARS, SHOOTING STARS AND WORLD-CLASS STARS OF MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER WITH ONE SINGULAR DVD GAMEBREAKERS: THE STARS OF MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER A Must for Any Soccer Fan, This DVD ($19.95SRP) Arriving at the Height of the MLS Season and ’08 Olympics, Features Both English and Spanish Narration and Bonus Material and Includes Players such as Beckham, Twellman, Donovan and Many More! NEW YORK, NY -- Celebrate the exhilarating action of the world-class stars of Major League Soccer with GAMEBREAKERS: THE STARS OF MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER. A high-energy look at clutch, game-winning moments steeled in the red-hot forge of battle, this original film showcases the League’s top performers – from the young American stars pumping patriotic passion into every match to the dazzling marquee of international dream-weavers and playmakers. Featuring both English and Spanish narration and bonus material, it will be available for all soccer fans during the height of the MLS season and Summer Olympic fever on August 26 for the collectible price of $19.95SRP. This one-of-a-kind program kicks off with heart-thumping game action and then gets chest-to-chest with the stars who share their secrets, favorites plays and players, and reveal what it takes to maximize talent and excel in the world-class soccer of today’s MLS. GAMEBREAKERS features a line-up of 12 dynamic and dazzling artists and pitch-perfect soccer icons – some of the greatest athletes in the game today: Landon Donovan - Los Angeles Galaxy Taylor Twellman - New England Revolution Brian Ching - Houston Dynamo Brad Guzan - Chivas USA Dwayne De Rosario - Houston Dynamo David Beckham (England) - Los Angeles Galaxy Juan Pablo Angel (Colombia) - New York Red Bulls Cuauhtemoc Blanco (Mexico) - Chicago Fire Luciano Emilio (Brazil) - Washington D.C. United Jozy Altidore - New York Red Bulls Mauricio Edu - Toronto FC Sacha Kljestan - Chivas USA Special features: Cobi Jones Additional Footage ■ 8 Classic Best XI Tributes ■ Spanish and English Narration ■ Spanish and English Bonus Material A&E Home Video, part of the Consumer Products Division of A&E Television Networks (AETN) is a video distributor of non-theatrical programming, featuring collectible DVD editions of the high quality programming from A&E Network and HISTORY™, as well as acquired classic programming. A&E Home Video brings the best of critically acclaimed entertainment presented in award-winning packaging to the special interest category. About Major League Soccer Headquartered in New York City, Major League Soccer is the top-flight professional soccer league in the United States and features many stars from the U.S. and around the world. Now in its 13th season, the 14 teams in MLS are: the Chicago Fire, Colorado Rapids, Chivas USA, Columbus Crew, D.C. United, FC Dallas, Houston Dynamo, Kansas City Wizards, Los Angeles Galaxy, New York Red Bulls, New England Revolution, Real Salt Lake, San Jose Earthquakes and Toronto FC. Seattle Sounders FC will join the League in 2009 and a Philadelphia expansion team will debut in 2010. For more information about MLS, log on to the League’s official Web site at www.MLSnet.com. ]]> tag:www.foundrywire.com,2008://1.87 2008-08-23T20:33:56Z 2008-08-23T20:48:38Z

NEW YORK, NY – Arguably the most popular of all college sports since the very first game in 1869, football has become an indelible part of our culture. Each Saturday during the season, millions turn out to root for...

Megan Buehrer http://www.foundrycomm.com NEW YORK, NY – Arguably the most popular of all college sports since the very first game in 1869, football has become an indelible part of our culture. Each Saturday during the season, millions turn out to root for their favorite college teams, players and coaches, who define their legacies by delivering championships. To kick off the coming collegiate gridiron season, this August, A&E Home Video offers football fans a trio of original, direct-to-DVD films celebrating three true college football legends. BO SCHEMBECHLER’S MICHIGAN WOLVERINES, TOM OSBORNE’S NEBRASKA HUSKERS® and WOODY HAYES’ OHIO STATE BUCKEYES, documentary tributes commemorating the careers of these coaching icons, all feature classic game action, insightful archival and contemporary interviews with legendary players and coaches, plus riveting tales of competition and victory. Each priced at an ultra-collectible $24.95SRP, these never-before-released films are certain to thrill any collegiate sports fan – whether a Wolverine, Buckeye or Husker alumnus or a die-hard, stadium-bound face-painter of any stripe!]]> A&E HOME VIDEO KICKS OFF THE COLLEGE FOOTBALL SEASON WITH A TRIO OF ORIGINAL TRIBUTE FILMS HONORING THREE LEGENDARY GRIDIRON GREATS BO SCHEMBECHLER’S MICHIGAN WOLVERINES TOM OSBORNE’S NEBRASKA HUSKERS® WOODY HAYES’ OHIO STATE BUCKEYES® NEW YORK, NY – Arguably the most popular of all college sports since the very first game in 1869, football has become an indelible part of our culture. Each Saturday during the season, millions turn out to root for their favorite college teams, players and coaches, who define their legacies by delivering championships. To kick off the coming collegiate gridiron season, this August, A&E Home Video offers football fans a trio of original, direct-to-DVD films celebrating three true college football legends. BO SCHEMBECHLER’S MICHIGAN WOLVERINES, TOM OSBORNE’S NEBRASKA HUSKERS® and WOODY HAYES’ OHIO STATE BUCKEYES, documentary tributes commemorating the careers of these coaching icons, all feature classic game action, insightful archival and contemporary interviews with legendary players and coaches, plus riveting tales of competition and victory. Each priced at an ultra-collectible $24.95SRP, these never-before-released films are certain to thrill any collegiate sports fan – whether a Wolverine, Buckeye or Husker alumnus or a die-hard, stadium-bound face-painter of any stripe! BO SCHEMBECHLER’S MICHIGAN WOLVERINES Across 21 Michigan Football seasons, Glenn Edward “Bo” Schembechler Jr. was the embodiment of integrity. From his relationships with players and peers, to the 194 Michigan wins and .796 wining percentage, Bo believed in core values for the man and the mind. But, most of all, he knew how to win football games. From Schembechler’s rise in the coaching ranks to the riveting and explosive “Ten Year War” with Ohio State, through to his regal retirement, Bo was beloved. In many ways, he defined the modern Michigan Man while elevating Wolverine football to a national powerhouse. Spanning the decades, unforgettable stories of Coach Schembechler are told by players, colleagues, and friends. Tales of triumph include interviews with Wolverines Dan Dierdorf, Bump Elliott, Jamie Morris, Jim Brandstetter, John Falk, Lloyd Carr and many others hailing from the Michigan family. (Running Time: Approx. 66 mins. + extras; Catalog#: AAE115950) Special Features: Bo Knows ■ Bo and Woody Reunited ■ Best of Bob Ufer TOM OSBORNE’S NEBRASKA HUSKERS® As head coach of the Cornhuskers from 1973 to 1997, Coach Tom Osborne guided, inspired, and elevated his Nebraska teams to 255 wins, 13 conference championships, and 3 national titles to cap perfect seasons. A moving tribute to a college football icon, this original film follows Osborne’s early coaching seasons under Bob Devaney through his ascension to head coach and beyond, honoring and celebrating the attributes of a champion on and off the field. Quiet and gracious, Doctor Osborne formulated the most prolific machine in College history while insisting that student quality run side-by-side with student-athlete quality. Spanning the decades at Memorial Stadium, stories are told by Coach Osborne himself, family, colleagues, and players including Cornhuskers Johnny Rodgers, Turner Gill, Jason Peter, Jerry Tagge, and Aaron Taylor. (Running Time: Approx. 70 mins. + extras; Catalog#: AAE115960) Special Features: Game Day Lincoln ■ Tom Osborne Calm Demeanor ■ Tom Osborne: Offensive Genius WOODY HAYES’ OHIO STATE BUCKEYES Across his three decades at Ohio State, Woody Hayes dominated the football landscape and spread the virtues and tradition of the Buckeyes from coast to coast. This film is a tribute to the man who embodied the spirit of the Scarlet and Gray through hard work, intellect, leadership, inspiration, and character. 205 wins at Ohio State, three national championships, and 13 Big Ten titles only begin to measure Hayes’ accomplishments, his lasting legacy, and the remarkable impact of his core beliefs on Ohio State, are celebrated and honored here. Hayes’ creation of a national football powerhouse helped fill Buckeye Grove with All-Americans, but on and off the field Coach Hayes built champions. From his start at OSU, to the “Ten Year War” between the Buckeyes and Wolverines for top-rank bragging rights, through to his retirement, the stories of Coach Hayes are told by players, colleagues, and friends including Archie Griffin, Rex Kern, Dick Schafrath, Jack Tatum, John Hicks and other Buckeye greats. (Running Time: Approx. 70 mins. + extras; Catalog#: AAE115970) Special Features: Archie Griffin Interview ■ Jack Tatum Interview ■ Recruiting Stories ■ Anne Hayes ■ Bo and Woody Reunited A&E Home Video, part of the Consumer Products Division of A&E Television Networks (AETN) is a video distributor of non-theatrical programming, featuring collectible DVD editions of the high quality programming from A&E Network and HISTORY™, as well as acquired classic programming. A&E Home Video brings the best of critically acclaimed entertainment presented in award-winning packaging to the special interest category. For more information about ordering these and other titles from the A&E Home Video Collection, call (212) 206-8600 (TRADE ONLY). Consumers please call 1-800-423-1212 (A&E). In addition to placing orders by phone, A&E Home Video products may be purchased over the World Wide Web at ShopAETV.com. ]]> tag:www.foundrywire.com,2008://1.86 2008-08-23T20:16:51Z 2008-08-23T20:33:21Z

NEW YORK, NY -- Following the monstrous success of the original HAUNTED HISTORIES COLLECTION, A&E Home Video is set to unearth an all-new, all-terrifying installment of supernatural phenomenon -- just in time for Halloween! From the tortured spirits who...

Megan Buehrer http://www.foundrycomm.com NEW YORK, NY -- Following the monstrous success of the original HAUNTED HISTORIES COLLECTION, A&E Home Video is set to unearth an all-new, all-terrifying installment of supernatural phenomenon -- just in time for Halloween! From the tortured spirits who haunt American homes and a historical alchemist and grave robber who yearned for the secret elixir of life to eyewitness accounts of actual zombies, HAUNTED HISTORIES COLLECTION: VOLUME 2 investigates the facts supporting the world’s most ghoulish, real-life tales. The space-saving five-disc set includes over five hours of bone-chilling phenomena and is priced to disappear off shelves for $24.95SRP.]]> FOLLOWING THE FRIGHTENING SUCCESS OF THE ORIGINAL HAUNTED HISTORIES COLLECTION, A&E HOME VIDEO UNEARTHS A NEW SET OF TRUE, SPOOKY STORIES! HAUNTED HISTORIES COLLECTION: VOLUME 2 Over Five Hours of Spine-tingling Horrors – Zombies, Voodoo, the Real Frankenstein and More –on Five Dastardly Discs Value-Priced at $24.95SRP – and Just in Time for Halloween! IN STORES AUGUST 26 NEW YORK, NY -- Following the monstrous success of the original HAUNTED HISTORIES COLLECTION, A&E Home Video is set to unearth an all-new, all-terrifying installment of supernatural phenomenon -- just in time for Halloween! From the tortured spirits who haunt American homes and a historical alchemist and grave robber who yearned for the secret elixir of life to eyewitness accounts of actual zombies, HAUNTED HISTORIES COLLECTION: VOLUME 2 investigates the facts supporting the world’s most ghoulish, real-life tales. The space-saving five-disc set includes over five hours of bone-chilling phenomena and is priced to disappear off shelves for $24.95SRP. From bone-chilling interviews with eyewitnesses who have felt the presence of restless ghosts, seen the walking dead, or participated in spirit possession rituals to expert testimony from historians, scientists, biomedical researchers and psychics – you don’t have to believe in ghosts to be spooked by these terrifying tales. HAUNTED HISTORIES COLLECTION: VOLUME 2 features in-depth investigations of the world’s scariest stories, including: “Haunted Houses”, “In Search of the Real Frankenstein”, “More Haunted Houses: Tortured Souls and Restless Spirits”, “Voodoo Rituals”, and “Zombies”, and provide spine-tingling evidence for the unlikeliest of paranormal terrors. Haunted Houses – A murdered slave girl still wanders Myrtles Plantation in Louisiana, a betrayed Redcoat spy roams New York’s Raynam Hall, and seventeenth-century witch hunter George Corwin curses Salem sheriffs to this very day. Dramatic recreations and expert historians provide insight into these vexed spirits trapped between two worlds. More Haunted Houses: Tortured Souls and Restless Spirits – Over a century ago, a family of immigrants were burned to death—could the killers’ descendents still be haunted by the victims? Does the ghost of a conspirator in Lincoln’s assassination still haunt the U.S. Army? Psychics, scholars, and eyewitnesses tell stories from beyond the grave. Zombies – Could there be a real-life basis for the existence of zombies? A biomedical researcher, a voodoo priest, and experts on Haitian culture consider the possibilities and reveal astonishing true stories of zombie encounters. Voodoo Rituals – Famed for the practice of divination, animal sacrifice, and spirit possession, and brought to the Western Hemisphere by enslaved Africans, voodoo is much maligned and often misunderstood. Now, an expert practitioner returns to a remote corner of Africa to show the roots of a religion rarely seen by the uninitiated. In Search of the Real Frankenstein– HISTORY™ presents the true tale Johann Konrad Dippel, a brilliant and troubled scientist caught up in the dark world of alchemy and grave robbing. This original mad scientist dug up fresh corpses from the nearby cemetery and dragged them to his laboratory in Castle Frankenstein to test out his formulas in search of the secret elixir of life. A&E Home Video, part of the Consumer Products Division of A&E Television Networks (AETN) is a video distributor of non-theatrical programming, featuring collectible DVD editions of the high quality programming from A&E Network and HISTORY™, as well as acquired classic programming. A&E Home Video brings the best of critically acclaimed entertainment presented in award-winning packaging to the special interest category. For more information about ordering these and other titles from the A&E Home Video Collection, call (212) 206-8600 (TRADE ONLY). Consumers please call 1-800-423-1212 (A&E). In addition to placing orders by phone, A&E Home Video products may be purchased over the World Wide Web at ShopAETV.com. ]]> tag:www.foundrywire.com,2008://1.85 2008-08-23T20:09:21Z 2008-08-23T20:16:38Z

NEW YORK, NY – Nothing makes for more exciting television than seeing history captured as it happened -- whether by home video, cell phones, surveillance systems or the occasional lucky news cameraman. SHOCKWAVE -- a groundbreaking new HISTORY™ series...

Megan Buehrer http://www.foundrycomm.com NEW YORK, NY – Nothing makes for more exciting television than seeing history captured as it happened -- whether by home video, cell phones, surveillance systems or the occasional lucky news cameraman. SHOCKWAVE -- a groundbreaking new HISTORY™ series -- takes the best and most compelling raw footage of headline-making events from the world over and uses the latest in digital technology to dissect the video, revealing astonishing 3-D models that help us understand how – and why – some of these disasters happened. From the catastrophic bridge collapse in Minneapolis to the explosion aboard the USS Forrestal, SHOCKWAVE: THE COMPLETE SEASON ONE takes an in-depth look at the stories behind the headlines and presents history as it unfolds in inimitable fashion. This debut DVD set includes all 13 astonishing, pulse-pounding episodes from the blockbuster premiere season for $39.95SRP…exclusively from A&E Home Video.]]> THROUGH HOME VIDEO, CELL PHONE AND SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM FOOTAGE, SEE SOME OF THE WORLD’S GREATEST DISASTERS UNFOLD IN REAL TIME IN A GROUNDBREAKING SERIES FROM HISTORY™ SHOCKWAVE: THE COMPLETE SEASON ONE The Premiere Season Makes its DVD Debut in a 4-Disc Set Containing All 13 Eye-Opening Original Episodes for $39.95SRP IN STORES AUGUST 26 NEW YORK, NY – Nothing makes for more exciting television than seeing history captured as it happened -- whether by home video, cell phones, surveillance systems or the occasional lucky news cameraman. SHOCKWAVE -- a groundbreaking new HISTORY™ series -- takes the best and most compelling raw footage of headline-making events from the world over and uses the latest in digital technology to dissect the video, revealing astonishing 3-D models that help us understand how – and why – some of these disasters happened. From the catastrophic bridge collapse in Minneapolis to the explosion aboard the USS Forrestal, SHOCKWAVE: THE COMPLETE SEASON ONE takes an in-depth look at the stories behind the headlines and presents history as it unfolds in inimitable fashion. This debut DVD set includes all 13 astonishing, pulse-pounding episodes from the blockbuster premiere season for $39.95SRP…exclusively from A&E Home Video. A hiker stranded on Mt. Hood is about to be saved when his rescue helicopter suddenly crashes into the mountain, and the disaster is captured live on video. A missile misfires on the USS Forrestal, careening into the fighter planes on deck, and the action is recorded in real time. From the Minneapolis bridge collapse to a Hawaiian tourist being dragged out to sea, headline-making events around the world are increasingly being caught on tape – both intentionally and unintentionally -- through many different means and mediums. SHOCKWAVE analyzes these shocking videos to explain what really happened in these major events, and introduces home audiences to the people who conquered tragedy with their incredible human spirit. A picture is worth a thousand words, and from cell-phone video to archival black-and-white film, the raw images at the heart of SHOCKWAVE are worth millions. The 13 episodes of the premiere season of SHOCKWAVE left viewers absolutely breathless. And, now, witness all the mishaps, mayhem, disasters, near-misses and direct hits first hand with SHOCKWAVE: THE COMPLETE SEASON ONE. A&E Home Video, part of the Consumer Products Division of A&E Television Networks (AETN) is a video distributor of non-theatrical programming, featuring collectible DVD editions of the high quality programming from A&E Network and HISTORY™, as well as acquired classic programming. A&E Home Video brings the best of critically acclaimed entertainment presented in award-winning packaging to the special interest category. For more information about ordering these and other titles from the A&E Home Video Collection, call (212) 206-8600 (TRADE ONLY). Consumers please call 1-800-423-1212 (A&E). In addition to placing orders by phone, A&E Home Video products may be purchased over the World Wide Web at ShopAETV.com ]]> tag:www.foundrywire.com,2008://1.84 2008-08-23T19:59:36Z 2008-08-23T20:09:15Z

NEW YORK, NY – For nearly a decade, the legendary World War II aircraft carrier USS Enterprise held a pivotal place on the turbulent seas of war, engaging in some of the fiercest multi-front battles ever witnessed in modern...

Megan Buehrer http://www.foundrycomm.com NEW YORK, NY – For nearly a decade, the legendary World War II aircraft carrier USS Enterprise held a pivotal place on the turbulent seas of war, engaging in some of the fiercest multi-front battles ever witnessed in modern combat. The only carrier to be involved in every major sea conflict in the Pacific, the USS Enterprise’s battles were marked by intense firepower, instinct and a 360º-coordination between the ship, the destroyers, the aircraft above and the submarines below. BATTLE 360º: THE COMPLETE SEASON ONE, the DVD debut of the top-rated HISTORY™ series which premiered to nearly 2 million viewers, follows the USS Enterprise and its courageous crew through some of WWII’s most intense and exciting battles. The 4-disc set, packaged in collectible SteelBook™ packaging, includes all 10 adrenaline-pumping episodes and additional footage and will be available for all military and history buffs for $39.95SRP.]]> THIS AUGUST, HISTORY™ INVITES HOME VIEWERS TO TAKE A 360º VIEW -- FROM THE AIR, SEA, AND OCEAN DEPTHS – OF SOME OF THE MOST INTENSE BATTLES OF WORLD WAR II BATTLE 360º: THE COMPLETE SEASON ONE Relive WWII With This Top-Rated New Series – Featuring 50% Cutting-Edge CGI – in a 4-Disc SteelBook™ Set Containing All 10 Episodes and Bonus Content for $39.95SRP… Only from A&E Home Video IN STORES AUGUST 26 NEW YORK, NY – For nearly a decade, the legendary World War II aircraft carrier USS Enterprise held a pivotal place on the turbulent seas of war, engaging in some of the fiercest multi-front battles ever witnessed in modern combat. The only carrier to be involved in every major sea conflict in the Pacific, the USS Enterprise’s battles were marked by intense firepower, instinct and a 360º-coordination between the ship, the destroyers, the aircraft above and the submarines below. BATTLE 360º: THE COMPLETE SEASON ONE, the DVD debut of the top-rated HISTORY™ series which premiered to nearly 2 million viewers, follows the USS Enterprise and its courageous crew through some of WWII’s most intense and exciting battles. The 4-disc set, packaged in collectible SteelBook™ packaging, includes all 10 adrenaline-pumping episodes and additional footage and will be available for all military and history buffs for $39.95SRP. From the Doolittle Raid to Iwo Jima, the USS Enterprise earned 20 battle stars, as well as the distinction of being the most decorated ship of WWII. Utilizing state-of-the-art CGI technology mixed seamlessly with archival footage of the real events, BATTLE 360º brings viewers aboard this virtual “floating city” to reanimate some of the carrier’s most intense conflicts such as the U.S. Navy’s decisive victory in the battle at Midway, fighting Okinawa’s hellish Kamikazes and the Great Marianas Turkey Shoot. Each episode, featuring over 50% CGI, brings home audiences a unique first-person perspective of some of WWII’s deadliest conflicts like never before. Discover the massive coordination of air, sea, and underwater forces necessary to complete a successful mission. Find out how this massive ship was the vital hub for planes, submarines, destroyers, and cruisers involved in the American war effort. And hear from USS Enterprise crew members, both past and present, as they share their stunning seafaring experiences. The only DVD set that lets viewers relive the most exciting battles of WWII from the air, sea and underwater, BATTLE 360: THE COMPLETE SEASON ONE recounts those epic days in the Pacific in breathtaking fashion. A&E Home Video, part of the Consumer Products Division of A&E Television Networks (AETN) is a video distributor of non-theatrical programming, featuring collectible DVD editions of the high quality programming from A&E Network and HISTORY™, as well as acquired classic programming. A&E Home Video brings the best of critically acclaimed entertainment presented in award-winning packaging to the special interest category. For more information about ordering these and other titles from the A&E Home Video Collection, call (212) 206-8600 (TRADE ONLY). Consumers please call 1-800-423-1212 (A&E). In addition to placing orders by phone, A&E Home Video products may be purchased over the World Wide Web at ShopAETV.com. ]]> tag:www.foundrywire.com,2008://1.83 2008-08-23T19:27:30Z 2008-08-23T19:39:42Z

NEW YORK, NY – They look to the stars, to the earth, and within the human body. Their determination, attitude, and methodologies stand strong against ridicule and disbelief. Passionate about separating fact from fallacy, they are the UFO research elite...

Megan Buehrer http://www.foundrycomm.com NEW YORK, NY – They look to the stars, to the earth, and within the human body. Their determination, attitude, and methodologies stand strong against ridicule and disbelief. Passionate about separating fact from fallacy, they are the UFO research elite …they are the UFO HUNTERS. This August, join in the hunt with UFO HUNTERS: THE COMPLETE SEASON ONE, the DVD debut of the new series from HISTORY™, certain to help separate fact from fiction when it comes to unidentified flying objects. Those who watch the skies and fans of the unknown are invited to follow the exciting investigations of these expert researchers as they determine the authenticity of UFO sightings through forensic analysis, science, and eyewitness accounts in an ultra-collectible Steelbook™ set featuring all 13 Season One episodes ($39.95SRP).]]> THIS SUMMER, JOIN A&E HOME VIDEO FOR THE EXCITING, EERIE AND OTHERWORLDLY INVESTIGATIONS OF THE WORLD’S TOP UFO RESEARCHERS FROM THE NEW TOP-RATED SERIES ON HISTORY™ UFO HUNTERS: THE COMPLETE SEASON ONE The Premiere Season Lands in a 4-Disc SteelBook™ Collector’s Set ($39.95SRP) Containing All 13 Episodes and Never-Before-Aired Bonus Footage! NEW YORK, NY – They look to the stars, to the earth, and within the human body. Their determination, attitude, and methodologies stand strong against ridicule and disbelief. Passionate about separating fact from fallacy, they are the UFO research elite …they are the UFO HUNTERS. This August, join in the hunt with UFO HUNTERS: THE COMPLETE SEASON ONE, the DVD debut of the new series from HISTORY™, certain to help separate fact from fiction when it comes to unidentified flying objects. Those who watch the skies and fans of the unknown are invited to follow the exciting investigations of these expert researchers as they determine the authenticity of UFO sightings through forensic analysis, science, and eyewitness accounts in an ultra-collectible Steelbook™ set featuring all 13 Season One episodes ($39.95SRP). They Hunt the Truth UFO Hunters Bill Birnes, Pat Uskert, Dr. Ted Acworth, and Jeff Tomlinson are passionate about uncovering the truth about UFO incidents, and UFO HUNTERS: THE COMPLETE SEASON ONE follows these experts as they travel to a new site of a well-known UFO incident every week to further explore a truly promising lead. Each of these debunkers brings a different background and perspective: From “UFO Magazine” home to the world’s largest collection of UFO documentation, comes publisher Birnes, researcher Uskert, who became intrigued with UFO phenomenon after witnessing a strange metallic object floating over Venice, California, and Tomlinson, their scientific intern. Also aboard is Dr. Acworth of MIT, a mechanical engineer previously of NASA, who brings the discipline of hard science to the group’s investigations. From Roswell and the start of Project Blue Book, to the UFO sightings of the 21st century; between the exploration of the cosmos and the alleged removal of alien implants…UFO HUNTERS seeks to reveal the answers – and always the truth. Is it Hoax or History? Using history as their guide, the UFO HUNTERS examine evidence such as videotapes, audiotapes, witness interviews and files newly opened under the Freedom of Information Act, then go on location and to the lab to interview, re-construct the events and investigate. In UFO HUNTERS: THE COMPLETE SEASON ONE, home viewers get every single investigation -- every on-site analysis, every exclusive interview, every previously undisclosed document -- from the smash debut season of UFO HUNTERS, which premiered to over 1.3 million viewers and has stayed atop the ratings of the most popular programs on HISTORY™. Also included is bonus programming of never-before-aired content. Who knows what secrets the UFO hunters will reveal? 1 in 3 Americans believe in extraterrestrial phenomena. View UFO HUNTERS: THE COMPLETE SEASON ONE and decide where you stand! A&E Home Video, part of the Consumer Products Division of A&E Television Networks (AETN) is a video distributor of non-theatrical programming, featuring collectible DVD editions of the high quality programming from A&E Network and HISTORY™, as well as acquired classic programming. A&E Home Video brings the best of critically acclaimed entertainment presented in award-winning packaging to the special interest category. For more information about ordering these and other titles from the A&E Home Video Collection, call (212) 206-8600 (TRADE ONLY). Consumers please call 1-800-423-1212 (A&E). In addition to placing orders by phone, A&E Home Video products may be purchased over the World Wide Web at ShopAETV.com. ]]> tag:www.foundrywire.com,2008://1.82 2008-08-06T15:35:32Z 2008-08-23T19:25:23Z

Port Washington, NY -- Featuring an all-star cast led by Emma Watson (Hermione from Harry Potter), the inspiring and uplifting family drama BALLET SHOES won over audiences of all ages during its UK premiere last Christmas. Now, KOCH Vision...

Megan Buehrer http://www.foundrycomm.com Port Washington, NY -- Featuring an all-star cast led by Emma Watson (Hermione from Harry Potter), the inspiring and uplifting family drama BALLET SHOES won over audiences of all ages during its UK premiere last Christmas. Now, KOCH Vision brings BALLET SHOES to American audiences for the first time, when this feature-length adaptation of Noel Streatfeild’s beloved novel makes its DVD debut – complete with an exclusive Emma Watson bonus interview. Showcasing Watson in her first role beyond Harry Potter, this heartwarming tale – and soon-to-be family classic – pirouettes onto shelves September 2 for $24.98 SRP.]]> HARRY POTTER’S EMMA WATSON STARS IN THE MUST-SEE FAMILY EVENT OF THE YEAR, DEBUTING ON DVD SEPTEMBER 2, ONLY FROM KOCH VISION BALLET SHOES This BBC Adaptation of Noel Streatfeild’s Classic Novel – Also Starring Eileen Atkins (Cold Mountain) and Richard Griffiths (Harry Potter) – Premieres with an Exclusive Emma Watson Bonus Interview as well as a Limited Edition Mini-Poster! Port Washington, NY -- Featuring an all-star cast led by Emma Watson (Hermione from Harry Potter), the inspiring and uplifting family drama BALLET SHOES won over audiences of all ages during its UK premiere last Christmas. Now, KOCH Vision brings BALLET SHOES to American audiences for the first time, when this feature-length adaptation of Noel Streatfeild’s beloved novel makes its DVD debut – complete with an exclusive Emma Watson bonus interview. Showcasing Watson in her first role beyond Harry Potter, this heartwarming tale – and soon-to-be family classic – pirouettes onto shelves September 2 for $24.98 SRP. Continuously in print since first being published in 1936, Streatfeild’s novel – subtitled “A Story of Three Children on the Stage” – has delighted generations of young girls with its message that dreams really do come true. Directed by Sandra Goldbacher (Me Without You, The Governess), this “enchanting ” adaptation, produced by Granada for the BBC, also stars Eileen Atkins (Cold Comfort Farm, Gosford Park), Richard Griffiths (The History Boys, Sleepy Hollow), Gemma Jones (Sense and Sensibility, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets), Emilia Fox (The Pianist, Cashback), Victoria Wood (Housewife 49, The Wind and the Willows) and Marc Warren (Wanted, Land of the Blind). “We three Fossils vow to put our name in the history book, because it is ours, and ours alone…” With these words, three orphans embark on an exhilarating journey that takes them to the heights of the stage, screen and sky. Pauline (Watson), Petrova (Yasmin Paige) and Posy Fossil (Lucy Boynton) are adopted as infants by eccentric explorer Professor Matthew Brown (Richard Griffiths), whom they affectionately call Great Uncle Matthew (or “Gum” for short). When “Gum” goes missing, his niece Sylvia (Emilia Fox) keeps the family together by taking in lodgers and eventually enrolls the girls in the Children's Academy of Dancing and Stage Training. This suits the ambitious Pauline, who longs to act, and Posy, a natural dancer, but Petrova, who yearns to become an aviator, has her own dreams of soaring the skies. The girls’ lives in show business are filled with triumphs and lessons learned until “Gum’s” surprise return provides the perfect happy ending for them all. BALLET SHOES is recommended family entertainment by The Dove Foundation, whose mission is to encourage and promote the creation, production, distribution and consumption of wholesome family entertainment. Bonus features include an exclusive 20-minute interview with Emma Watson, deleted scenes, an excerpt from the Ballet Shoes audiobook (read by Elizabeth Sastre) and a limited-edition 9” x 14” mini-poster. Additionally, the film is presented with optional SDH English Subtitles (for the deaf and hard of hearing). About KOCH Vision KOCH Vision is the home video arm of leading music and video distributor KOCH Entertainment. A leading independent supplier of a broad range of product genres, KOCH Vision boasts a library of feature films, television series and miniseries, award-winning children’s and fitness programs, documentaries, live music concerts and more. It is the home of such notable properties as SELF Fitness, Yoga Zone, McLeod’s Daughters, Soundstage, Popular Mechanics for Kids, Wire in the Blood and Terminal City. Visit KOCH Vision online at www.kochvision.com ]]>