Bad News Bears (DVD)
Hollywood`s tradition of remaking classic movies continues with this 21st-century updating of the 1976 romp, THE BAD NEWS BEARS. Acclaimed director Richard Linklater (THE SCHOOL OF ROCK, DAZED AND CONFUSED) pays respect to Michael Ritchie`s original film by updating it rather than reinventing it. Stepping into the tough-to-fill shoes of Walter Matthau, Billy Bob Thornton plays the liquor-swilling, foulmouthed Morris Buttermaker, who has agreed to coach a Little League team for the paycheck. Unfortunately for him, his assembled team consists of the league`s most inept outcasts. Gradually, however, Buttermaker`s determination wins out, to the point where he recruits an ex-girlfriend`s gifted daughter, Amanda Whurlitzer (Sammi Kane Kraft), to step onto the pitcher`s mound. The team is complete when local bad boy Kelly Leak (Jeffrey Davies) lends his overflowing talent to the cause. Soon, the Bears are climbing their way to the top of the standings, resulting in a championship showdown with the Yankees, who are managed by the ridiculously pompous Coach Bullock (Greg Kinnear).As with 2003`s THE SCHOOL OF ROCK, Linklater proves he has an uncanny ability to draw out compelling performances from child actors. But it is Thornton who steals the show. Incorporating elements from his characters in BAD SANTA and FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS, his variation on the Morris Buttermaker character is another finely crafted achievement, a reprehensible man who somehow remains likeable and compelling. The script from Glenn Ficarra and John Requa throws a few modern curveballs into the mix, yet they still remain faithful to Bill Lancaster`s original vision, resulting in a crowd-pleasing film that is definitely not intended for young children.
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The Care Bears are back in action with this collection of six exciting episodes. Watch as the cute and cuddly creatures use their cunning against the evil Professor Coldheart. Episodes include: The Night The Stars Went Out, The Magic Shop, Birthday, Lucky Charm, Drab City, and The Cloud Worm. Also included is a special bonus cartoon, The Old Man and The Lighthouse.DVD Features:Region 1Keep CaseFull Frame - 1.33Interactive Features: Scene Access
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Spice up a family dinner or a party with our French Ceramic Sunflower baking dish.
This versatile dish is freezer, oven, and microwave safe, plus it is completely functional for baking and serving all in the same dish. The dish comes in the shape of an opening sunflower and is sure to be a conversation starter. It is the perfect piece for your fine cakes, desserts casseroles, meat dishes, and more. Made in France from French ceramic, this piece is sure to be a favorite for years to come. Choose from colors in green or yellow.
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Brighten up any men's wardrobe with the vivacious colors and feel of this Steven Land Printed Oval Dots Tie and Hanky.
Tie and hanky set
Red silk with black oval design
100-percent silk
Dry clean only
Made in China
Model number S3053
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