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Harvey Pekar, the hilariously downtrodden Cleveland comic book artist, is the subject of AMERICAN SPLENDOR, titled after Pekar's autobiographical series. Played by actor Paul Giamatti, Pekar also appears as himself, giving the film a documentary feeling with many behind-the-scenes on-set shots. Directors Shari Springer Berman and Robert Pulcini maintain this balance between the actors and the real-life characters--Pekar's wife Joyce and coworker Toby also appear on set as themselves--while crafting a funny, difficult, heartwarming tale that encapsulates Pekar's life, work, and uniquely bizarre perspectives.Pekar is a pessimistic file clerk with no hope of ever rising above his boring job, slobbish apartment, and bad attitude. Wonderfully set in his ways, Pekar's constant self-deprication is clearly a front for his prolific interests in music and art. When his friend Robert Crumb (James Urbaniak) gets his big break as a comic book artist, Pekar decides to try his hand at the craft. Though he can't illustrate, his stories are good, and Crumb agrees to help draw the pictures. Soon several artists are illustrating Pekar's American Splendor series, and the comic book's readership grows. The film continues through the events of Pekar's life--meeting wife Joyce Brabner, appearing on David Letterman, struggling with cancer, and adopting a daughter--always showing Pekar's no-frills approach to life. A creative and punchy film, AMERICAN SPLENDOR invites viewers into the odd world of Pekar and his comic-book antihero persona.DVD Features:Region 1Keep CaseWidescreen - 1.85Audio: Dolby Surround 5.1 - English Dolby Surround Stereo - EnglishAdditional Release Material: Audio Commentary - 1. Directors and Cast Theatrical Trailer Easter EggsBonus Products:My Movie Year 8-Page Comic InsertInteractive Features: Interactive MenusDVD-Rom Features
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Comedian Bernie Mac gets his first starring vehicle in this foulmouthed baseball comedy. He plays Milwaukee Brewer Stan Ross, a self-centered heavy hitter who retires from the game after 3,000 hits, expecting an automatic entry into the Baseball Hall of Fame. The complication is that when Hall of Fame officials finally--after nine long years--re-do his tally for official consideration, they realize three of his hits where counted twice, so he's only Mr. 2,997. As his whole life's been revolving around the 3,000 mark, Stan has no choice but to sign up with the Brewers yet again, even though he's now 47 and has not exactly been exercising during his retirement. What could have been just another feel-good sports film--with Stan learning the value of friendship and working together as he gets a second chance at being a team-player--is turned into a laconic, dryly amusing film thanks to Mac's vast array of comic tics, tricks, and perfect comedic timing. Angela Bassett is the smart sports reporter who was once Stan's lover and now won't give him the time of day. And Paul Sorvino sulks excellently as the coach Ross betrayed back in the day. Real-life baseballer Ryan J. White is also good as the new, obnoxious young hitter on the team, with whom Stan has to contend.DVD Features:Region 1Keep CaseWidescreen
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It is Christmas time and the bookstore Jonathan works at is full of New Yorkers shopping for the perfect gift. Jonathan only has one Christmas wish and he may get what he wants when Toby, a sexy southerner walks into his life. Toby's wild antics in New York begin to frighten his new lover, but Jonathan's literally believes that Santa Claus will help him. A combination of dreams of childhood and adulthood provide the magic for a gay romantic comedy that's perfect for the holidays. Full of rich characterizations and solid performances, including Kevin Isola and Aido Turturro.DVD Features:Region 1Keep CaseAnamorphic Widescreen - 1.85Single Side - Dual LayerAdditional Release Materials: Audio Commentary - 1. Kieran Turner - DirectorText: Bios - 1. Cast




2. Crew
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THREE'S COMPANY: SEASON TWO contains the complete second season of the classic sitcom that has spawned endless imitators of the sexy singles-based humor. Relying primarily on physical comedy and endless misunderstandings about sexuality, drugs, and a few stereotypes, and known for creating the jiggle phenomenon, THREE'S COMPANY made its mark on the genre.DVD Features:Region [unknown]4-Disc Boxed SetFull Frame - 1.33Additional Release Material: Commentary - 1. ForDays of Beer and Weeds with Chris Mann - Author Featurettes - 1. Never-Before-Seen First Pilot Episode











2.John Ritter - Always Leaving Them Laughing - Documentary











3. Bloopers











4.Eight Years of Laughter - Tribute to John Ritter











5.Best of Janet - Season 2











6.Best of Chrissy - Season 2











7.Best of the Ropers - Season 2Interactive Features: Game - 1. Trivia GameText/Photo Galleries: Still Image Gallery Memorabilia Gallery Talent Biographies
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Comedies SPRUNG, starring Rusty Cundieff and Tisha Campbell, and HELD UP, starring Jamie Foxx and Nia Long, are put together on this special two-on-one DVD. See individual titles for details.DVD Features:Region 1Keep CaseWidescreenAdditional Release Material: TrailersAudio: Dolby Digital 5.1 - EnglishInteractive Features: Interactive Menus Scene Selection
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