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DVDs 1982
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1982 Best Picture Winner - Now On DVD
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Chariots Of Fire [DVD](1981) DVD
Based on a true story, the winner of 1981's Best Picture Oscar is an exciting human study of two British runners--one a devout Christian missionary, the other a nouveau-riche Jewish Cambridge student--who compete in the 1924 Olympic Games. Stellar performances from Ben Cross, Ian Charleson, and Ian Holm and a spectacular score by Vangelis highlight this exhilarating drama. 124 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital 5.1, French Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English, Spanish, French; deleted scenes; audio commentary; interview; "making of" documentary; documentary; theatrical trailer. Two-disc set.
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1982 Best Picture Nominees - Now On DVD
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Atlantic City [DVD](1981) DVD
Burt Lancaster shines as an aging small-time gangster who feels out of place amid the changing resort town, until a stash of drugs belonging to the mob and a chance to save waitress/casino dealer student and lemon-freshened love interest Susan Sarandon gives him renewed vigor and a will to live. Director Louis Malle's offbeat thriller also stars Kate Reid, Robert Joy, Hollis McLaren. 103 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English; theatrical trailer.
On Golden Pond [DVD](1981) DVD
Academy Awards went to Henry Fonda (his first) and Katharine Hepburn (her fourth) for this moving drama about an aging couple whose annual trip to their lakeside New England summer cottage offers Fonda a chance to reconcile his relationship with his grown daughter (Jane Fonda) and form a new friendship with her boyfriend's son. With Doug McKeon, Dabney Coleman. 109 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital 5.1 EX; documentaries; audio commentary; more.
The Adventures Of Indiana Jones--The Complete DVD Movie Collection (Widescreen) [DVD] DVD
Harrison Ford whipcracks his way around the globe as daredevil archeologist Indiana Jones in this four-disc boxed set of director Steven Spielberg's rousing action hits. Follow Jones on a search for the fabled Ark of the Covenant in "Raiders of the Lost Ark" (1981), co-starring Karen Allen, Paul Freeman and John Rhys-Davies; Indy saves children from a bloodthirsty Indian cult in "Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom" (1984), with Kate Capshaw and Ke Huy Quan; and Jones teams up with his father (Sean Connery) to fight Nazis and seek the Holy Grail in "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade" (1989). There's also a disc filled with documentaries, rare interviews and more. 6 hrs. total. Widescreen (Enhanced); Standard; Soundtracks: English Dolby
Reds [DVD](1981) DVD
Warren Beatty directed, co-scripted and starred in this Academy Award-winning drama about American writer and radical John Reed, who, along with fellow journalist and lover Louise Bryant (Diane Keaton), ventured into the turmoil of Revolutionary Russia and chronicled the events in his book "Ten Days That Shook the World." Maureen Stapleton, Jack Nicholson and Edward Herrmann also star. 195 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital 5.1, Dolby Digital mono, French Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English; audio commentary; featurettes; theatrical trailer. Two-disc set.
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Other Popular Movies Of 1982 - Now On DVD
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My Favorite Year [DVD](1982) DVD
Peter O'Toole turns in a devilishly funny performance as a boozing '30s matinee idol hired to appear on a '50s TV variety show, and Mark Linn-Baker as the young writer charged with keeping him sober. Wonderful comedy co-stars Joseph Bologna, Jessica Harper, Lainie Kazan; Richard Benjamin directs. 92 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital mono, French Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English, French, Portuguese, Spanish; audio commentary by Benjamin; theatrical trailer.
Sophie's Choice [DVD](1982) DVD
Meryl Streep earned her second Academy Award for her masterful performance as a Nazi death camp survivor who moves to America, but cannot escape the dark secret from her past that haunts her. Kevin Kline and Peter MacNicol give able support as the men in her life. Alan J. Pakula directs this moving adaptation of the William Styron novel. 150 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English Dolby 2.0; Subtitles: Spanish; audio commentary; documentary; production notes; biographies; trailer.
Frances [DVD](1982) DVD
Jessica Lange won acclaim for her titular performance in this riveting, fact-based account of the life of '30s actress Frances Farmer, from her rise to Hollywood stardom to her bouts with alcoholism and mental illness that landed her in an asylum. With Sam Shepard, Kim Stanley, Anjelica Huston; look for an early appearance by Kevin Costner. 140 min. Widescreen (Enhanced) Soundtracks: English mono, French mono; audio commentary; featurette; theatrical trailer; biographies.
An Officer And A Gentleman (Special Collector's Edition) [DVD](1982) DVD
This romantic blockbuster will "lift you up where you belong." Richard Gere is a loner who enrolls in a Naval aviation training program where he butts heads with a tough drill instructor (Louis Gossett, Jr. in an Oscar-winning supporting role) while falling in love with a working class local girl (Debra Winger). With David Keith, Lisa Blount, Lisa Eilbacher, and Robert Loggia. 124 min. Widescreen; Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital 5.1, Dolby Digital mono, French Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English; audio commentary; featurettes; photo gallery.
The Best Little Whorehouse In Texas [DVD](1982) DVD
High-stepping, fast-talking, side-cracking, rib-tickling musical-comedy with Burt Reynolds as the sheriff pressured to force the closing of the Chicken Ranch, a brothel headed by feisty madam Dolly Parton. Songs include "I Will Always Love You." Co-stars Charles Durning, Dom DeLuise, Jim Nabors, Robert Mandan, Noah Beery, Jr. 115 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital Surround; Subtitles: French, Spanish; "making of" documentary; outtakes; theatrical trailer.
The World According To Garp [DVD](1982) DVD
John Irving's bestseller about some heartwarmingly offbeat people is brilliantly adapted, with Robin Williams as T.S. Garp, struggling writer, lover and Everyman; Glenn Close as his free-spirited mother; and John Lithgow as best friend Roberta, a transsexual football player. 136 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital Surround stereo, French Dolby Digital Surround stereo; Subtitles: English, French, Portuguese, Spanish; biographies; theatrical trailer.
Das Boot (Director's Cut) [DVD](1982) DVD
One of the most acclaimed German films of all time, director Wolfgang Petersen's harrowing drama looks at World War II through the eyes of a weary U-boat crew, with stunning photography that vividly depicts the cramped, claustrophobic feelings of life onboard a submarine. Jurgen Prochnow stars as the ship commander. Director's cut; 209 min. Widescreen; Soundtracks: German Dolby Digital 5.1, English Dolby Digital 5.1; Subtitles: English, Spanish, French; audio commentary by Petersen; "making of" documentary. In German with English subtitles/Dubbed in English.
The Beastmaster (Special Edition) [DVD](1982) DVD
Follow the incredible journey of a mighty warrior with the gift of communicating with animals, as he fights cannibalistic bat men, evil witches and other menaces to free his love from the sorcerer who slew his father. Marc Singer, Tanya Roberts, Rip Torn, John Amos, and Podo and Kodo the ferrets star. 118 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English DTS 6.1 ES, Dolby Digital Surround; documentary; audio commentary; photo gallery; biographies; theatrical trailer; DVD-ROM content.
Blade Runner (Five-Disc Ultimate Collector's Edition) [DVD](1982) DVD
Packaged in a replica of Rick Deckard's briefcase, this five-disc set includes "Blade Runner: The Final Cut," as well as the 1982 theatrical version, the 1982 international version, the 1992 director's cut, a workprint version of the film, the "Enhancement Archive," a lenticular motion film clip, a miniature origami unicorn, a miniature replica "Spinner," photographs, and a signed letter from Ridley Scott.
Class Of 1984 [DVD](1982) DVD
Violent cult favorite look at the urban high school jungle like you've never seen it before. Perry King is the new music teacher at a crime-ridden school where both the students and faculty are preyed upon by a gang headed by a crazed Timothy Van Patten. With Roddy McDowall, Merrie Lynn Ross, and Michael J. Fox in an early role. 98 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital 5.1; audio commentary; featurette; biography; photo gallery; poster gallery; DVD-ROM content; theatrical trailer; TV spots.
Conan The Barbarian (Collector's Edition) [DVD](1982) DVD
Sword-and-sorcery fantasy, based on the adventures of Robert E. Howard's pulp novel warrior, ushered in a wave of imitators and launched the career of star Arnold Schwarzenegger. After enduring the murder of his parents and his enslavement by evil leader Thulsa Doom (James Earl Jones), Conan sets out on a mission of vengeance. Co-stars Max von Sydow, Sandahl Bergman; directed by John Milius. Extended version; 129 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: French; audio commentary by Schwarzenegger, Milius; featurette; "making of" documentary; deleted scenes; theatrical trailers.
Fast Times At Ridgemont High (Widescreen Version) [DVD](1982) DVD
Adapted from Cameron Crowe's book, this fast and funny look at Southern California teen life from high school to the mall is highlighted by Sean Penn's performance as stoned surfer dude Jeff Spicoli. With Phoebe Cates, Judge Reinhold, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Ray Walston; look for Nicolas Cage, Anthony Edwards, Eric Stoltz and Forest Whitaker in early roles; directed by Amy Heckerling. 90 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English DTS 5.1, Dolby Digital 5.1, Spanish Dolby Digital stereo; Subtitles: Spanish, French; audio commentary by Heckerling, Crowe; documentary; more.
First Blood [DVD](1982) DVD
John Rambo (Sylvester Stallone) is an ex-Green Beret haunted by his memories of Vietnam. Harassed and jailed by the locals in a Northwest town, he makes a daring escape and travels to the mountains, where he stages a one-man guerrilla war against the antagonistic sheriff (Brian Dennehy) and his men. But when Rambo's former colonel (Richard Crenna) arrives, can tragedy be averted? With Bill McKinney, Jack Starrett. AKA: "Rambo: First Blood." 96 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital 5.1; alternate ending.
Grease 2 [DVD](1982) DVD
More marvelous musical fun! Rydell High is up in the air over a mysterious motorcycle master who's charming Pink Lady Michelle Pfeiffer away from T-Bird leader Adrian Zmed. Could he possibly be quiet new student Maxwell Caulfield? Fun-filled '60s sequel also stars Lorna Luft, Tab Hunter, Eve Arden, Didi Conn. 114 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital 5.1, Dolby Digital Surround, French Dolby Digital stereo; Subtitles: English.
The Last American Virgin [DVD](1982) DVD
Hilarious '80s teen romp centers on a group of friends on a frantic quest to lose their innocence. But when two of the pals go after the same girl, their friendship is put to the test. Lawrence Monoson, Diane Franklin, Steve Antin star; music by U2, The Police, Devo, Journey, The Cars and more. 93 min. Standard and Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital stereo, Dolby Digital Surround; Subtitles: English, French, Spanish; theatrical trailer.
The Man From Snowy River [DVD](1982) DVD
From Australia comes this big, beautiful epic of a young man who sets out to tame a bunch of wild horses on a trek through the Australian wilderness. Kirk Douglas is on hand for two roles. Jack Thompson co-stars. 114 min. Standard and Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English stereo and mono, French mono; Subtitles: English, Spanish; theatrical trailer; scene access.
Paradise [DVD](1982) DVD
In the tradition of "The Blue Lagoon" comes this erotically charged drama starring Phoebe Cates and Willie Aames. On the run from a ruthless slave trader, the teens find sanctuary in a tropical paradise. As their friendship blooms into all-consuming passion, the pair embarks on a journey of sexual awakening that they--and you--will never forget. With Tuvia Tavi, Richard Curnock. 100 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English.
Porky's [DVD](1981) DVD
Gut-busting comedy about youthful shenanigans in 1950s Florida that follows a group of hormone-driven high school buddies to a rowdy bar named Porky's and through one wacky experience after another. Surprise box office hit stars Roger Wilson, Kim Cattrall, Scott Colomby, Dan Monahan; directed by Bob Clark. 99 min. Widescreen; Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital mono, French Dolby Digital mono, Spanish Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English; theatrical trailer.
Summer Lovers [DVD](1982) DVD
Beautiful Greek locales and beautiful young bodies enmesh in this fun-filled, romantic tale of two American students' Mediterranean vacation and the young French woman who joins them in their sensual odyssey. Daryl Hannah, Peter Gallagher, Valerie Quennessen star; Randal Kleiser ("The Blue Lagoon") directs. 99 min. Standard; Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital stereo Surround, French Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English, French, Spanish; theatrical trailer.
They Call Me Bruce? [DVD](1982) DVD
Crazy kung-fu parody stars Johnny Yune as a cook with an uncanny resemblance to a certain martial arts legend. When Yune unwittingly becomes a cocaine smuggler for the mob, he finds himself on the run from a variety of zany pursuers, all after his stash of "Chinese flour." Margaux Hemingway, Pam Huntington and Ralph Mauro co-star. 85 min. Standard; Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital stereo, Spanish Dolby Digital stereo; theatrical trailers.
Zapped! [DVD](1982) DVD
Scott Baio is a high school chemistry whiz who stumbles upon a formula that gives him telekinetic powers. With help from pal Willie Aames, Baio begins to put his newfound abilities to their best uses: getting money and undressing girls. Heather Thomas, Felice Schacter, Robert Mandan, and Scatman Crothers co-star in this sci-fi-flavored teen comedy. 98 min. Standard and Widescreen; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital stereo; Subtitles: English, Spanish.
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