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PATREON EXCLUSIVE - February 2020 Live Stream REPLAY: Spotlight on Special Features Now Available

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Our February 2020 Gold-Level live stream spotlight on DVD and Blu-ray special features is now available for REPLAY on Patreon! Please join us for this 85-minute live stream spotlight on home media special features! We've gotten a flood of comments, questions, and mentions lately about special features: the good, the bad, the digital exclusive, and even the trend toward no special features whatsoever! In this hang out, we discuss it all! This live stream was held on February 29, 2020 at 2 PM CT.

Kino Lorber Studio Classics SALE HAUL! (End of Winter Sale)

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Kino Lorber Studio Classics is currently running an "End of Winter" sale with some crazy-low prices on some of their latest and coolest releases! In this video, we unbox our haul from the sale and talk about what makes these titles so appealing! Access the "End of Winter" Sale HERE Be sure to check out all of our past Kino Lorber Studio Classics coverage, which you can find in THIS PLAYLIST

The Rocketeer Cereal At Midnight Commentary Now On Patreon!

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The Rocketeer has arrived! Dave Stevens' pulp hero soars off the comic book page and onto movie screens in this 1991 homage to Old Hollywood as well as to the serials and heroes of the forties. Join Heath and writer Josh Jabcuga as we revisit this hidden gem and explore how The Rocketeer has influenced the movies of today, including the very foundation of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Strap in for the adventure of a lifetime! Find it at Patreon.com/CerealAtMidnight !

When Is A Collection Complete? Crossover with Comic Book Savant!

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Is a collection ever complete? Cereal At Midnight and Comic Book Savant are tackling the tough questions in this crossover episode that covers all aspects of collecting, from space limitations, the collector's OCD, waiting for 8K, and when, if ever, to set limits and say enough is enough. Follow Comic Book Savant at ComicBookSavant.com and subscribe at YouTube.com/ComicBookSavant !

Cereal At Midnight RAW: Bob Iger Steps Down as Disney CEO (Thoughts and Reflections)

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Bob Iger has resigned as the CEO of Disney! What does this mean for the company? What does this mean for the fans? In this RAW episode of Cereal At Midnight, we look back at Iger's tenure as head honcho, and look forward to what may be next.

Return of Ultraman and Orb Origin Saga Unboxing / First Look!

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Ultraman has returned! In this video, we get our first look at Return of Ultraman (the fourth epic Ultra series) and Ultraman Orb: The Origin Saga! Join as we unbox each release, compare the Steelbook and the Blu-ray box set, and dig into the features and contents of each Blu-ray set, now available from Mill Creek Entertainment! Grab these Blu-rays using the links below and you're helping to support Cereal At Midnight! Return of Ultraman Steelbook: https://amzn.to/2TbFQof Return of Ultraman Standard Blu-ray: https://amzn.to/2HS6qO6 Ultraman Orb - The Origin Saga and Ultra Fight Orb Blu-ray: https://amzn.to/3c48ws3 Check out ALL of our Ultraman coverage via this handy dandy playlist!

15,000 Subscriber Q & A Announcement!

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Cereal At Midnight is throwing a party, and you're invited! As we near 15,000 subscribers, we're planning a question and answer video, which means we need your feedback and input! Do you have a question you've been wanting to ask us? Now's your chance! THANK YOU for all your likes, comments, and subscriptions, which have made this possible!

The Creature Columns: It Comes At Night (2017)

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*Because of the nature of this review spoilers are somewhat necessary. While I do not put tremendous stock in Rotten Tomatoes scores, they can sometimes serve to tell a story. Such is the case for the excellent film by Trey Edward Shults, It Comes At Night . The film was surrounded in controversy back during its release because many people felt that it was marketed in a deceptive way. Some in the horror community were disappointed by the film because it was not what they were expecting. They claimed that the movie failed in its execution, and many audiences openly spoke against the movie. They cited plot holes and profound disappointment as reasons. However, critical acclaim was high. As of this writing, the critical score on Rotten Tomatoes is at 87% while the audience score is at 44%. Before I delve into the film itself, I would like to make a suggestion. Everyone is certainly entitled to their own opinion, but I think modern audiences are cheating themselves out of some amazing

5 Movies That Need Blu-Rays - Films At Home Crossover!

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It's crossover time! In this episode, we're collaborating with the awesome YouTube channel Films At Home for a discussion about movies we wish were on Blu-ray! The five movies presented here are just half of the conversation, so be sure to check out Films At Home's video for the other half! Check out Films At Home's 5 choices HERE Subscribe to Films At Home HERE

Review: This is the Night (1932) - Cary Grant's Debut and The Glimpse of a Darker Hollywood

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1932's  This is the Night  comes from the short--but wonderful--pre-code era of cinema. More specifically, it was made before the days when the Hays Code (aka the Motion Pictures Production Code, which guaranteed the decency and moral value of each and every Hollywood production) was being firmly enforced. Those that consider movies of the thirties and forties to be gentrified might be surprised at just how bold and risque some of the films from the early days of cinema actually were, and sometimes still are.

Tex Avery Animation, Underwater Adventure, and a Guillotine! (Warner Archive Spotlight #4)

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In our latest spotlight on Warner Archive, we discuss Tex Avery Screwball Classics Vol. 1, which features 19 restored MGM animated shorts directed by the great cartoon icon! We also talk about a half-dozen other gems from the label which have recently arrived on Blu-ray!
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Sonic the Hedgehog has arrived in theaters! How does Sega's greatest and most famous mascot fare in his transition from the small screen to the big screen? Find out in this Five Minute Review!

Thrift Store 21 - Thrifting With Billy Blanks and Frank Sinatra

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In the latest installment of the thrift store series, we chill with the Rat Pack, watch cigarette commercials, hang with Mel Brooks, and do a little Tae Bo before finally saying Aloha to Hulk Hogan!

"Under the Blade: Horror Author Matt Serafini Dissects Vinegar Syndrome, Streaming Services, and Doctor Sleep" By Joshua Jabcuga

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Under the Blade and Microscope: Wherein author-screenwriter Matt Serafini dissects physical media, standouts of streaming services, and Mike Flanagan’s film adaptation of Stephen King’s Doctor Sleep, with comics writer Josh Jabcuga. (Note: The following interview was conducted via email, beginning in early November 2019, and wrapping up February 7 th , 2020.) JOSH JABCUGA: Over on your Twitter account (@MattFini) you encouraged your readers to support Mike Flanagan's film adaptation of the Stephen King novel Doctor Sleep when it had just been released theatrically. One of those tweets struck a chord. Your comments went viral, even catching the attention of Stephen King himself, who then quote-tweeted you. This film had so much going for it, if nothing else than being a sequel to, in my opinion, a classic King novel and a classic horror film. As if the sheer potential wasn't enough, you said: "Flanagan stages an incredible adaptation that somehow bridges TW

Review: Vibes (1988)

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Before Mill Creek Entertainment announced 1988's Vibes  as part of their latest wave of retro VHS-style slipcover Blu-rays , I hadn't even heard of the movie, at least not that I can remember. Yet, something about it immediately ignited my interest. In part, it was the cast: Jeff Goldblum, Cyndi Lauper, and Lieutenant Columbo himself, Peter Falk. Maybe it was that cover image, recreating the stunning video cassette box art. Maybe it was even the font of the title logo, which screams 1988 and ignites my nostalgia for the long-gone days of my childhood. Regardless, I couldn't wait to pop Vibes  into my Blu-ray player. I was not disappointed. The movie is delightfully quirky, seemingly in service of no particular direction or tone. At some points, it's a comedy about characters who are gifted with psychic abilities, while at others, it's a romance. Still at other times, it's an adventure movie that seems to be chasing Raiders of the Lost Ark  and Romancing t

Unboxing Robby the Robot from Forbidden Planet!

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Robby the Robot, the mechanical masterpiece made famous in the 1956 science fiction film Forbidden Planet, has arrived on Walmart toy shelves! In this video, we unbox the toy robot, which speaks, walks, and lights up! Check your local Walmart for Robby HERE

The Creature Columns: The Aesthetic Appeal of Movie Posters - Sequel Posters (Part 2) By Tom "Creature" Jeffers

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DISCLAIMER: Remember art is completely subjective. 😀 I also realize that there are multiple posters for many  films. I am simply comparing particular versions that show artistic growth. Read Part 1 HERE Movie sequels: we love them or we hate them. Some have surpassed the original films as in the  case of Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back and perhaps The Godfather 2 . Many others go on to  be notoriously bad pictures or box office flops. However, along the way new ideas on how to  promote such films rise up and grab our attention. I wanted to showcase a few franchises that, in  my opinion, did this in a spectacular fashion. Some of the changes to movie posters are very  obvious, and some are more subtle. Here are a few of my favorites.

Birds of Prey / Harley Quinn Spoiler-Free Review and Discussion

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Cereal At Midnight sits down for a spoiler-free discussion about the latest DC movie from Warner Brothers: Birds of Prey and the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn ! Margot Robbie is back as the iconic anti-hero, and this time, she's got friends!

Retro VHS Blu ray Unboxing, Plus Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt!

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The latest releases in Mill Creek Entertainment's Retro VHS Blu-ray line have arrived, and so has Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt: The Complete Series! Join us as we unbox each item and stick around for a look at the ENTIRE Retro VHS Blu-ray collection so far! All of our Mill Creek Entertainment Retro VHS Slipcover Blu-ray videos can be viewed in this handy dandy playlist!

Elton John: Live From Moscow 1979 - Elton Unplugged!

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Elton John: Live From Moscow 1979 is a brand new live album from the BBC archives! It captures Elton at the tail end of the 1970s as he ends a string of concerts in the USSR, but what makes the concert even more spectacular is that it presents a man alone with his piano. Here's our review!

The Creature Columns: The Aesthetic Appeal of Movie Posters (Part 1) by Tom "Creature" Jeffers

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DISCLAIMER: Art is completely subjective. The appreciation of cinema is completely objective. I wanted to get that out of the way before I proceed with what is a deep passion of mine. Movie posters are like book covers. They can draw or repulse. They can even draw a person in because they repulse. Bad movies can have spectacular posters. Excellent films can have terrible posters. This is the first article that I have in a planned series that discusses this notion from a purely artistic standpoint. A review of a movie poster in no way reflects a film. It is a total and separate entity. What I am also offering here is my own opinion based on hours of research and art appreciation. I am in no way a complete expert. Therefore, if my opinion is different from yours, dear reader, please do not take offense. My intention is not to be negative in any way. I am simply offering my observations and opinions. Thank you for your understanding! A movie poster can make a film or break it. That

Interview with Body By Starfleet Author Robb Pearlman

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Cereal At Midnight recently had the opportunity to speak with author Robb Pearlman about his new book  Body By Starfleet , a fitness guide that uses the worlds and characters of Star Trek to promote physical health! C@M: Robb, thank you so much for speaking with us!  Body By Starfleet combines physical fitness with the themes, characters, and ideals of Star Trek. Some readers may be surprised at how naturally these two topics fit together. What was the genesis of this project, and what led you to combine your love of Star Trek with personal fitness? RP : A few years ago I decided to make a change in my life and go where I'd never gone before: they gym. I found a great local place, Tutela Training Systems, in Clark NJ. Though I was initially intimidated to even walk through the door, I quickly warmed to it as I realized that the other guys working out were not only of all different body types, backgrounds, and careers, but all completely supportive and encouraging of each o