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Video Verdict: New DVDs for Feb. 17

Leonardo DiCaprio, left, and Russell Crowe in "Body of Lies."

Leonardo DiCaprio, left, and Russell Crowe in "Body of Lies."

This is a good week for home video, as most of the mainstream offerings are solid and several are downright outstanding.

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Video Verdict: New DVDs for Feb. 10

Josh Brolin plays former President George W. Bush (front) and Toby Jones plays Karl Rove in the new political drama "W."

Josh Brolin plays former President George W. Bush (front) and Toby Jones plays Karl Rove in the new political drama "W."

This week’s DVD releases include one of comedian Bernie Mac’s final screen appearances, a meditation on the life of former President George W. Bush and a fantastic war drama by director Spike Lee.

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Video Verdict: New DVDs for Feb. 3

Seth Rogen and Elizabeth Banks in "Zack & Miri Make a Porno."

Seth Rogen and Elizabeth Banks in "Zack & Miri Make a Porno."

This week’s new video releases range from a raunchy sex comedy by writer-director Kevin Smith to an animated family film featuring the voices of Ben Stiller and Chris Rock.

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Video Verdict: New DVDs for Jan. 27

Penelope Cruz is a naughty girl in "Vicky Cristina Barcelona."

Penelope Cruz is a naughty girl in "Vicky Cristina Barcelona."

It’s an extremely busy week for DVD releases, as we’re getting everything from an award-winning Woody Allen picture to a religious-themed meditation on the sanctity of marriage. Throw in a rough and tumble gangster film and two Hollywood cop dramas and you have a lot to choose from.

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Video Verdict: New DVDs for Jan. 20

Mark Wahlberg stars in "Max Payne."

Mark Wahlberg stars in "Max Payne."

This week’s DVD releases include an outstanding sports drama, a traditional shoot-em-up and an animated feature starring the voice of John Cusack.

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Video Verdict: New DVDs for Jan. 13

Kevin Costner stars in "Swing Vote."

Kevin Costner stars in "Swing Vote."

This week’s new video releases include two mainstream comedies, a Kiefer Sutherland horror film, and a terrific Western with Ed Harris’ fingerprints all over it.

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Video Verdict: New DVDs for Jan. 6

(Left to right) Robert De Niro and Al Pacino star in "Righteous Kill."

(Left to right) Robert De Niro and Al Pacino star in "Righteous Kill."

This week’s DVD releases target mostly male viewers, as they’re heavy on action and include a gritty Robert De Niro and Al Pacino cop drama, a Nicolas Cage thriller and a drug comedy starring Seth Rogen and James Franco.

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Video Verdict: New DVDs for Dec. 27

Shia LaBeouf and Michelle Monaghan in "Eagle Eye."

Shia LaBeouf and Michelle Monaghan in "Eagle Eye."

This week’s DVD releases include a Shia LaBeouf action flick, a Keira Knightley costume drama and an offbeat comedy starring British comedian Ricky Gervais.

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Video Verdict: New DVDs for Dec. 23

Jason Statham gets ready to ride in "Death Race."

Jason Statham gets ready to ride in "Death Race."

A brainless action film, a girl-power drama, an intimate documentary and two offbeat comedies. In other words, this week’s DVD crop has something for all types.

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Video Verdict: New DVDs for Dec. 16

Don Cheadle stars in "Traitor."

Don Cheadle stars in "Traitor."

This week’s DVD releases include an intense political thriller, the revival of Brendan Fraser’s “Mummy” franchise and a movie musical starring Meryl Streep. Continue reading

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