DVD Roundup: 2.27.07

Reno 911! – Reno’s Most Wanted (Uncensored)

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Rating: Not Rated

Starring:

Cedric Yarbrough as Deputy S. Jones

Niecy Nash as Deputy Raineesha Williams

Ben Garant as Deputy Travis Junior

Thomas Lennon as Lieutenant Jim Dangle

Carlos Alazraqui as Deputy James Garcia

Wendi McLendon-Covey as Deputy Clementine Johnson

Kerri Kenney as Deputy Trudy Wiegel

Mary Birdsong as Deputy Cheresa Kimball

Special Features:

Best of Reno 911!: The Deputies’ Favorite Calls

Live Musical Performance of “Don’t Steal Cable”

Other Info:

Fullscreen (1.33:1)

Dolby Digital Sound

Spanish Language

Running Time: 154 Minutes

Synopsis:

The following is from the official DVD synopsis:

“Roll with Reno’s finest deputies as they stumble through their favorite mishaps and misadventures in this compilation of the very best of ‘Reno 911!’

Episodes

• Scavenger Hunt

• Homeland Security (Parts 1 & 2)

• Reverend Gigg LeCarp

• Officer Smiley

• Reading Ron

• Rick from Citizen’s Patrol”

“Reno 911! – Reno’s Most Wanted (Uncensored)” is unrated.

CS Comment:

This DVD is released just in time for the movie. If you like the film, you’re probably going to want to go back and see more of the TV show.

Available Tuesday, February 27


The Heart of the Game

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Rating: PG-13

Starring:

Ludacris as Narrator

Devon Crosby Helms as Herself

Maude Lepley as Herself

Bill Resler as Himself

Darnellia Russell as Herself

Joyce Walker as Herself

Special Features:

Deleted scenes with optional audio commentary

The making of “The Heart of the Game”

Beyond “The Heart of the Game”: including interviews with Chris “Ludacris” Bridges, Coach Bill Resler and Darnelia Russell

Other Info:

Widescreen (1.85:1)

Spanish Language

French Subtiles

Running Time: 4 Hours 48 Minutes

Synopsis:

The following is from the official DVD synopsis:

“Go courtside for a true-life rush like no other in this passionate and inspirational documentary in the same powerful tradition as “Hoop Dreams.” Director Ward Serrill brings the camera up close and personal to capture the Roosevelt Roughriders girls’ basketball team during six turbulent seasons, taking us far beyond the court. You’ll meet Bill Resler, the tax professor turned hard-driving unorthodox coach who turns the team around — and Darnellia Russell, the talented inner-city tough girl who battles off-court threats to regain eligibility. You’ll meet a real team full of drive, toughness and the unbridled desire to make history.”

“The Heart of the Game” is rated PG-13 for brief strong language.

CS Comment:

Here’s a great documentary for fans of basketball and fans of women’s basketball in particular.

Available Tuesday, February 27


Girlfriends – The First Season

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Rating: Not Rated

Starring:

Reginald C. Hayes as William Jerome Dent

Persia White as Lynn Searcy

Tracee Ellis Ross as Joan Clayton

Golden Brooks as Maya Wilkes

Jill Marie Jones as Toni Childs

Tanner Scott Richards as Jabari Wilkes

Special Features:

None

Other Info:

Fullscreen (1.33:1)

Dolby Digital Stereo Sound

Running Time: 7 Hours 51 Minutes

Synopsis:

The following is from the official DVD synopsis:

“‘Girlfriends’ is a sophisticated comedy series that invites viewers into the lives of four professional African American women living in Los Angeles who are struggling with the weighty issues of life – men, love, money — and more men. As they search for happiness in all its elusive forms, the four girlfriends rely on each other for support, reality checks, advice and for the laughter that everyone needs to make it in this crazy place we call the modern world.”

“Girlfriends – The First Season” is not rated.

CS Comment:

I’m so far out of the target audience for “Girlfriends” that it’s not even funny. But I imagine if you saw this show when it first aired, you might want to pick up the DVD.

Available Tuesday, February 27


Disney’s Little Einsteins: The Legend of the Golden Pyramid

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Rating: Not Rated

Starring:

Reginald C. Hayes as William Jerome Dent

Persia White as Lynn Searcy

Tracee Ellis Ross as Joan Clayton

Golden Brooks as Maya Wilkes

Jill Marie Jones as Toni Childs

Tanner Scott Richards as Jabari Wilkes

Special Features:

Never-Before-Seen Episode: “Annie and the Little Toy Plane”

Interactive Storybook: “Where’s Froggy’s Family?”

Other Info:

Fullscreen (1.33:1)

Dolby Digital Surround Sound

Running Time: 72 Minutes

Synopsis:

The following is from the DVD cover:

“Are you hot on the trail of the coolest adventures under the sun? The sky’s the limit with ‘Disney’s Little Einsteins.’ Join Rocket, Leo, June, Quincy and Annie on a daring trek across the Egyptian desert. Their quest: to find a legendary Golden Pyramid and unlock its magical, musical secrets. Travel to the Far East for a parade of beautiful kites along the Great Wall of China. Then, head west to the City by the Bay where you’ll fly -– and sing! — higher than ever before to help a brave little toy plane rescue a green helicopter. Whether your preschooler is exploring the Forbidden City, soaring over the Golden Gate Bridge or solving the riddle of the Sphinx, ‘The Legend of the Golden Pyramid’ is the perfect passport to a world of exciting new discoveries you can experience together.”

“Disney’s Little Einsteins: The Legend of the Golden Pyramid” is not rated.

CS Comment:

If you have a toddler, you already know your kids will love this one.

Available Tuesday, February 27

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