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New Release Announcement - New Release Announcement - New Release Announcement - New Releaa NEW RELEASE ANNOUNCEMENT - NEW RELEASE ANNOUNCEMENT - NEW RELEASE ANNOUNCEMENT - NEW RELEAA "…enjoyable spy spoof, that makes good use of its brilliant cast…" -- Ozus’ World Movie Reviews Starring: LESLIE BANKS (The Man Who Knew Too Much) ALASTAIR SIM (A Christmas Carol) JOHN MILLS (Ghandi, Great Expectations) Directed by: ANTHONY ASQUITH (Pygmalion, The Importence of Being Earnest) Set during WWII, an inventor is working on a new device for the British Air Ministry, but he has unknowingly sur- rounded himself with undercover spies! d 91 minutes / B&W / 1941 / Not Rated / UK / Comedy, Thriller / English Language & Subtitles / Video: 4x3 / Audio: Dolby Digital Mono / Region 1 “John Mills turns in a thoughtful performance, emotionally standout in NOTEWORTHY the closing sequences… George Cole manages to steal all the scenes First Official US DVD Release! he has; he’s likable toughy who should bear watching. Sim’s cagey Incredible Line-up of some of Britain’s Best Actors! playing is a smooth mixture of chill and cheer.” -- Variety COMP TITLES LAVENDER HILL MOB, SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE SECRET WEAPON Distributed by : $19.93 SRP Item #8834 UPC: 089859883422 Program © Carlton Film Distributors 1941 Licensed by ITV Global Entertainment Limited. Final artwork may vary. PRE-ORDER: 8-20-13 STREET DATE: 10-1-13 www.vcientertainment.com 800-331-4077 NEW RELEASE ANNOUNCEMENT - NEW RELEASE ANNOUNCEMENT - NEW RELEASE ANNOUNCEMENT - NEW RELEAA ESTHER WATERS A tale of strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity. Starring: DIRK BOGARDE (Campbell's Kingdom, The Servant) KATHLEEN RYAN (The Sound Of Fury) CYRIL CUSACK (Harold & Maude, 1984) Directed by: PETER PROUD (The League of Gentlemen) Released in the USA in an edited version titled “The Sin of Esther Waters,” this is the original un-cut UK version featuring Dirk Bogarde in his first starring role, playing a roguish character in this bodice-ripper set in Victorian England. d 108 minutes / B&W / 1948 / Not Rated / UK / Drama, British Cinema / English Language & Subtitles / “Well-appointed account Video: 4x3 / Audio: Dolby Digital Mono / Region 1 of rogue Bogarde (in $19.93 SRP Item #8833 UPC: 089859883323 starring debut) involved with lovely damsels frequenting the racetracks; set in NOTEWORTHY 19th-century England.” -- Leonard Maltin l First Time on DVD in the USA! l The Original Un-cut UK version! COMP TITLES Distributed by : UpstaIRS, DOWNstaIRS; JANE EYRE; Howard’S END Program © Carlton Film Distributors 1948 Licensed by ITV Global Entertainment Limited. Final artwork may vary. PRE-ORDER: 8-27-13 STREET DATE: 10-8-13 www.vcientertainment.com 800-331-4077 NEW RELEASE ANNOUNCEMENT - NEW RELEASE ANNOUNCEMENT - NEW RELEASE ANNOUNCEMENT - NEW RELEAA BANK HOLIDAY “In addition to its other assets, Bank Holiday demonstrates Reed’s con- tinuing mastery of cinematic lan- guage…” – Britmovie.co.uk Starring: JOHN LODGE (The Scarlet Empress, Little Women) MARGARET LOCKWOOD (The Lady Vanishes, Nightrain to Munich) HUGH WILLIAMS (Wuthering Heights) Directed by: CAROL REED (The Third Man, Oliver!, Fallen Idol) An original film that mixes comedy, drama and sentimen- tality, in a story that looks at the lives of people on a long holiday weekend, reminiscentd of The Grand Hotel. 86 minutes / B&W / 1938 / Not Rated / UK / Drama, “Strengthened at British Cinema / English Language & Subtitles / the outset by an Video: 4x3 / Audio: Dolby Digital Mono / Region 1 unusual and good $19.93 SRP Item #8841 UPC: 089859884122 story, good taste NOTEWORTHY and excellence in production values, of all the films which l First Time On Video or DVD! have come from Britain there has not been one l Carol Reed is one of Britain's most aclaimed directors! with more artistic merit than this one.” -- Variety l Margaret Lockwood was Britain’s most popular actress during the 1940s! COMP TITLES Distributed by : l The Ghost and Mrs. Muir, So Well Remembered Program © Carlton Film Distributors 1938 Licensed by ITV Global Entertainment Limited. Final artwork may vary. PRE-ORDER: 8-27-13 STREET DATE: 10-8-13 www.vcientertainment.com 800-331-4077 Touch of the Master’s Hand NEW RELEASE ANNOUNCEMENT - NEW RELEASE ANNOUNCEMENT - NEW RELEASE ANNOUNCEMENT - NEW RELEAA from Heartland Family Films PATMOS The Revelation of Jesus Christ Starring: LOUIS ROLSTON as John, MARK MULHOLLAND as Catalinas, Directed by: JIMMY MURPHY As an older man, the Apostle John was sentenced to forced labor on the Island of Patmos. Not only did he experience the joy of ministering to a young group of believers, also fellow prisoners, but God honored John with His visions, faithfully transcribed to become the Book of Revelation. Ex- Directedperience by Patmos!Jimmy Murphy The hard physical labor, the blessings, and some of the Starringvision. James Mcllroy, Joe McPartland 73 minutes / Color / 1985 / Not Rated / UK / Drama, Religious / English Language & Subtitles / Video: 4x3 / Audio: Dolby Digital Mono / Region All $9.99 SRP / Item #6213 / UPC: 089859621321 d OF TOUCH THE MASTer’S HAND Starring James Mcllroy, Joe McPartland, Julian Chambers, Maurice O’Callaghan Directed by JIMMY MURPHY Just an old violin, for sale in the wan- ing moments of an auction. But its sale set the stage for a drama of intrigue, warmth, and purpose. A memorable vi- sualization of Christian commitment in a story which clearly visualizes the need for personal acceptance of Jesus Christ as Savior. This presentation of the famous poem and song shows we are all like old violins unless “Touched by the Master’s hand.” 70 minutes / Color / 1980 / Not Rated / UK / Drama, Inspirational / English Language & Subtitles / Video: 4x3 / Audio: Dolby Digital Mono / $9.99 SRP / Item #6214 / UPC: 089859621420 Region All Final artwork may vary. Distributed by : PRE-ORDER: 8-27-13 STREET DATE: 10-8-13 www.vcientertainment.com 800-331-4077 NEW RELEASE ANNOUNCEMENT - NEW RELEASE ANNOUNCEMENT - NEW RELEASE ANNOUNCEMENT - NEW RELEAA The Sights & Sounds of Christmas CHILDREN'S SING-ALONG Sing along with the bouncing ball to 10 of your favorite Christmas songs and carols, enriched with a spectacular backdrop of joyous holiday scenes to cheer and warm the heart! The sights and songs of Christmas, seen and sung to- gether in this special DVD production, promotes warm feelings of love and fellowship and will make the perfect accompaniment to any holiday gathering.THE SIGHTS AND SOUNDS OF CHRISTMAS - CHILDREN'S SING-ALONG is sure to become a special part of your holiday tradition to be cherished by family and friends forever! d Complete Song List: 1 Rudolph 2 O Christmas Tree 32 minutes / Color / 1938 / Not Rated - Suitable for All Ages / 3 Away In A Manger USA / Family, Musical / Video: 4x3 / Audio: Dolby Digital 2.0 / 4 Greensleaves Region: All 5 Winter Wonderland 6 Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas $9.99 SRP / Item #8683 / UPC: 089859868320 / ISBN: 1-55739-933-6 7 Santa Claus Is Comin’ To Town NOTEWORTHY 8 Jolly Old St. Nicholas l First Time On DVD! 9 We Wish You A Merry Christmas l Sure to become an 10 Silent Night Evergreen part of your DVD collection! Distributed by : Final artwork may vary. PRE-ORDER: 8-27-13 STREET DATE: 10-8-13 www.vcientertainment.com 800-331-4077 Touch of the Master’s Hand NEW RELEASE ANNOUNCEMENT - NEW RELEASE ANNOUNCEMENT - NEW RELEASE ANNOUNCEMENT - NEW RELEAA HEARTWARMING HOLIDAY FILMS from Heartland Family Films CHRISTMAS FAMILY CLASSICS This special DVD collection features over 2 ½ hours of films that portray the real meaning of Christmas. Perfect for the holidays, these inspirational films are full of warmth and family value. Films include: BIRTH OF A SAVIOR (1958, Color) - THE LITTLEST LAMB (1955, B&W, fea- turing Maureen O’Sullivan) - SILENT NIGHT (1953, Color, The Story of the Christmas Carol, by Cathedral Films) - CHRISTMAS SPIRIT (1957, B&W) - THE GUIDING STAR (1955, B&W) - THREE WISE BOYS (1953, B&W) - THE GREATEST GIFT (1959, B&W) Aprox. 152 minutes / 2013 / Not Rated – Suitable for all Ages / USA / Fam- ily & Inspirational / English Language / Video: 4x3 / Audio: Dolby Digital Mono / Region All $9.99 SRP / Item #6218 / UPC: 089859621826 d CHRISTMAS CLASSICS FOR KIDS! This special holiday DVD features over 2 hours of delightful animated stories about the true meaning of Christmas. Stories that are perfect for kids and for the young-at-heart! Programs include: THE FIRST CHRISTMAS (1970, Color, Luke 1:5-57; Luke 2:1-20) CHRISTMAS IS (1970, Color, featuring the voice of Hans Conried) WHEN THE LITTLEST CAMEL KNELT (1958, Color, An inspirational Christ- mas tale) - THE CANDLEMAKER (1957, Color) THE BIRTH OF JESUS (1978, Color, from the Children’s Heroes of the Bible series) - BRIGHTEST NIGHT (1952, Color) - UNDER THE BETHLEHEM STAR (1970, Color) - THE CITY THAT FORGOT ABOUT CHRISTMAS (1970, Color, by Mary Warren) Approx. 135 minutes / 2013 / Not Rated – Suitable for all Ages / USA / Children & Fam- ily / Video: 4x3 / Audio: Dolby Digital Mono / Region All $9.99 SRP / Item #6216 / UPC: 089859621628 Final artwork may vary. Distributed by : PRE-ORDER: 9-17-13 STREET DATE: 10-29-13 www.vcientertainment.com 800-331-4077 NEW RELEASE ANNOUNCEMENT - NEW RELEASE ANNOUNCEMENT - NEW RELEASE ANNOUNCEMENT - NEW RELEAA "Inteligent and beautifully filmed adaptation of A.J. Cronin novel." -- Leonard Maltin Starring DIRK BOGARDE (Agent 8-3/4, King & Country) JON WHITELEY (The Stranger in Between) Directed by PHILIP LEACOCK (The Little Kidnappers) Separated from his wife and embittered by lack of promotion, Harrington Brande (Michael Hordern) is posted to a small port in Spain. With him goes his young son Nicholas (Jon White- ley), a shy boy forced to lead a quiet life by his domineering father. At their new home they meet their gardener, José (Dirk Bogarde), who strikes up a friendship with the boy. As Nicholas’s father realises this, out of jealousy, he bans them from speaking.
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