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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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Video Verdict: New DVDs for May 5

 

Brad Pitt, left, and Cate Blanchett star in "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button."

Brad Pitt, left, and Cate Blanchett star in "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button."

This week’s DVD crop features notable stars appearing in dramas that range from a big-budget blockbuster to a tiny independent. 

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Video Verdict: New DVDs for April 28

Kate Hudson, left, and Anne Hathaway face off in the comedy "Bride Wars."

Kate Hudson, left, and Anne Hathaway face off in the comedy "Bride Wars."

This week’s DVD releases form an eclectic group. There’s a star-studded comedy, a mainstream horror film, an easygoing family flick and a drama that earned multiple Critics Choice Award nominations.

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Video Verdict: New DVDs for April 21

Mickey Rourke was nominated for a best actor Oscar for his starring role in "The Wrestler."

Mickey Rourke was nominated for a best actor Oscar for his starring role in "The Wrestler."

This week’s DVD releases include two films nominated for multiple Oscars, plus a biopic about the late rapper Notorious B.I.G.

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Video Verdict: New DVDs for April 14

Gabriel Macht plays the title character in the comic strip-inspired film "The Spirit."

Gabriel Macht plays the title character in the comic strip-inspired film "The Spirit."

This week’s DVD releases are highlighted by a comic book adaptation from writer-director Frank Miller and the post-World War II drama that helped Kate Winslet land her first Oscar.

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