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Video Verdict: New DVDs for July 14

Virginia Madsen, left, and Kyle Gallner, right, star in the horror thriller “The Haunting in Connecticut.”

Virginia Madsen, left, and Kyle Gallner, right, star in the horror thriller “The Haunting in Connecticut.”

It’s a slow week on the home video front with only one major theatrical release making its way to DVD. Fortunately, that mainstream title is being propped up by the DVD debut of a fascinating foreign film that was nominated for an Oscar in 2008.

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Video Verdict: New DVDs for July 7

Nicolas Cage, left, and Chandler Canterbury star in the science-fiction thriller "Knowing."

Nicolas Cage, left, and Chandler Canterbury star in the science-fiction thriller "Knowing."

Major DVD releases this week range from a Nicolas Cage drama to an action movie starring Dakota Fanning, and all have roots in science fiction and the supernatural.

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Video Verdict: New DVDs for June 30

John Cena plays New Orleans police officer Danny Fisher in the thriller “12 Rounds.”

John Cena plays New Orleans police officer Danny Fisher in the thriller “12 Rounds.”

This week’s DVD releases include two amped up action flicks and a concert movie featuring one of America’s top teen acts.

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Video Verdict: New DVDs for June 23

Isla Fisher is on a permanent spending spree in the romantic comedy "Confessions of a Shopaholic."

Isla Fisher is on a permanent spending spree in the romantic comedy "Confessions of a Shopaholic."

This week’s video releases range from a family friendly fantasy starring Brendan Fraser to an R-rated animated film that won a Golden Globe.

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Video Verdict: New DVDs for June 16

Chelsea (Willa Ford) discovers Jason (Derek Mears) watching her from the shores of Crystal Lake in the 2009 remake of "Friday the 13th."

Chelsea (Willa Ford) discovers Jason (Derek Mears) watching her from the shores of Crystal Lake in the 2009 remake of "Friday the 13th."

It’s an off week for mainstream DVD releases, but horror fans are getting something they can sink their teeth — or should I say machete — into with a remake of the horror classic “Friday the 13th.”

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Video Verdict: New DVDs for June 9

Clint Eastwood doesn't always play nice in the drama "Gran Torino." He directed the film, and he also stars in it.

Clint Eastwood doesn't always play nice in the drama "Gran Torino."

This week’s DVD releases are anchored by a Clint Eastwood drama that earned the veteran performer a best actor nod from the National Board of Review.

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Video Verdict: New DVDs for June 2

Leonardo DiCaprio, left, and Kate Winslet play Frank and April Wheeler in the drama "Revolutionary Road."

Leonardo DiCaprio, left, and Kate Winslet play Frank and April Wheeler in the drama "Revolutionary Road."

It’s a good week for movie lovers because the latest DVDs include two of the finest dramas released into theaters in 2008.

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Video Verdict: New DVDs for May 26

Renee Zellweger plays businesswoman Lucy Hill in the romantic comedy "New in Town."

Renee Zellweger plays businesswoman Lucy Hill in the romantic comedy "New in Town."

It’s a slow week on the DVD front, with only one major theatrical release making its way to home video.

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Video Verdict: New DVDs for May 19

Tom Cruise plays Col. Claus von Stauffenberg in the World War II drama "Valkyrie."

Tom Cruise plays Col. Claus von Stauffenberg in the World War II drama "Valkyrie."

This week’s DVD releases include a World War II thriller starring Tom Cruise, a goofy comedy featuring Kevin James and the first season of an excellent television drama led by Anna Paquin.

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Video Verdict: New DVDs for May 12

Liam Neeson stars as Bryan Mills, a former government operative who will stop at nothing to save his kidnapped daughter in "Taken."

Liam Neeson stars as Bryan Mills in "Taken."

This week’s DVD releases are anchored by a prequel to the popular “Underworld” franchise and an action-packed thriller featuring Liam Neeson.

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