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DVDs 1984
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1984 Best Picture Winner - Now On DVD
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Terms Of Endearment [DVD](1983) DVD
Follow the lives and loves of a mother and daughter over the years, and the special bond they share, in this poignant comedy-drama that garnered five Oscars, including Best Picture, Director, Actress and Supporting Actor. Shirley MacLaine is the feisty mom; Debra Winger, her independent daughter; Jack Nicholson, a womanizing ex-astronaut who lives next door. With John Lithgow, Jeff Daniels, Danny DeVito; directed by James L. Brooks. 131 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital 5.1, Dolby Digital mono, French Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English; audio commentary by Brooks, others; theatrical trailer.
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1984 Best Picture Nominees - Now On DVD
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The Big Chill [DVD](1983) DVD
Writer/director Lawrence Kasdan's acclaimed, evocative comedy/drama about a group of '60s college friends who reunite years later, after one of their circle commits suicide, and spend a weekend re-examining their lives and what brought them together in the past. Filled with memorable dialogue and a quintessential oldies score, the film stars Tom Berenger, Glenn Close, Jeff Goldblum, William Hurt, Kevin Kline, May Kay Place, Meg Tilly and JoBeth Williams. 106 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital stereo, French Dolby Digital stereo, Spanish Dolby Digital stereo; Subtitles: English, French, Spanish; documentary; deleted scenes; theatrical trailer.
The Dresser [DVD](1983) DVD
Set against the backdrop of World War II England, this powerful drama examines the complex relationship between aging actor Albert Finney and his faithful manservant Tom Courtenay. While leading his theater troupe in a production of "King Lear," the veteran performer finds his health rapidly deteriorating. As Finney begins lashing out at his loyal assistant, the backstage drama begins to mirror the events in Shakespeare's tragedy. With Edward Fox, Michael Gough. 118 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital stereo; Subtitles: English, Japanese.
The Right Stuff (Special Edition) [DVD](1983) DVD
Spectacular adventure of the birth of the Space Age and America's Mercury astronauts combines sweeping action, humor and human drama. Sam Shepard, Scott Glenn, Ed Harris, Barbara Hershey and Dennis Quaid star; written and directed by Phil Kaufman from Tom Wolfe's novel. 192 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital 5.1, French Dolby Digital stereo; Subtitles: English, Spanish, French; documentaries; selected scene commentary; theatrical trailer; additional scenes; timeline. Two-disc set.
Tender Mercies [DVD](1983) DVD
Robert Duvall won an Academy Award for his brilliant performance as a down-and-out country singer who is weaned off the bottle and finds happiness while staying with a widow and her young son. Director Bruce Beresford's poignant character study also stars Tess Harper, Wilford Brimley, Ellen Barkin, Betty Buckley. 92 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital mono, French Dolby Digital mono; interviews; biographies; theatrical trailer.
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Other Popular Movies Of 1984 - Now On DVD
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Starman [DVD](1984) DVD
John Carpenter's sci-fi romance stars Jeff Bridges as an alien who lands on Earth and assumes the form of a dead man, only to fall in love with "his" wife (Karen Allen). Together the two must elude the Army and government officials in order to return Bridges to his people. With Richard Jaeckel, Charles Martin Smith. 115 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Surround, French, Spanish; Subtitles: English, French, Spanish; trailers.
Under The Volcano [DVD](1984) DVD
Engrossing drama dealing with an alcoholic ex-British official living in Mexico, his estranged wife and her former lover, the man's own brother. Albert Finney, Jacqueline Bisset and Anthony Andrews all shine in this lyrical, "stream of consciousness" tale, from the classic novel by Malcolm Lowry; John Huston directs. 112 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono; audio commentary; documentaries; interviews; theatrical trailers; more. Two-disc set.
The Bostonians [DVD](1984) DVD
Henry James' epic of life in 19th-century New England gets a splendid screen treatment. Feminism, jealousy and sexual needs are examined in a tale involving a lawyer (Christopher Reeve), a spinster (Vanessa Redgrave) and a charismatic teenage girl (Madeleine Potter). With Jessica Tandy and Wallace Shawn; directed by James Ivory. 122 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital stereo; Subtitles: English; interviews; theatrical trailer.
Country [DVD](1984) DVD
Jessica Lange and Sam Shepard play farmers at odds with government officials who wish to close down their family farm. Fine performances and a timely, heartfelt battle against big business highlight this rousing drama. Wilford Brimley. 109 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital 5.1; Subtitles: Spanish.
The River [DVD](1984) DVD
The endless struggle of man versus the land is the theme for this rural drama, with Sissy Spacek and Mel Gibson as a farm couple who must face floods and a government bureaucracy in order to save their crops. Scott Glenn co-stars. 124 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital 5.1, French Dolby Digital Surround; Subtitles: Spanish; biographies; theatrical trailer.
Greystoke: The Legend Of Tarzan, Lord Of The Apes [DVD](1984) DVD
Faithfully adapted from Burroughs' first Tarzan novel, this film from director Hugh Hudson ("Chariots of Fire") follows the adventures of the jungle lord as he is orphaned as an infant, grows up among the apes, and returns to England to reclaim his heritage. Christopher Lambert, Andie MacDowell, Ralph Richardson star. Includes footage not seen in American theaters; 137 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital 5.1; Subtitles: English, Spanish, French; audio commentary; theatrical trailer.
The Karate Kid [DVD](1984) DVD
Inspiring underdog tale from "Rocky" director John Avildsen stars Ralph Macchio as Daniel LaRusso, a New Jersey teen who moves to L.A. and runs afoul of a bullying bunch of karate students. Learning how to defend himself from handyman/martial arts master Mr. Miyagi (Noriyuki "Pat" Morita), Daniel enters a dangerous tournament in order to even the score. With Elisabeth Shue, William Zabka, Randee Heller, and Martin Kove. 126 min. Widescreen; Soundtracks: English, French; Subtitles: English, Spanish, Chinese, Thai, French; audio commentary; featurettes; "making of" documentary; theatrical trailer.
The Natural (Director's Cut) [DVD](1984) DVD
Robert Redford hits a grand slam as a mysterious rookie baseball player whose out-of-this-world slugging abilities bring the lowly New York Knights out of the cellar...but whose past comes back to haunt him. Director Barry Levinson's lyrical take on Bernard Malamud's novel co-stars Robert Duvall, Glenn Close, Kim Basinger. Director's cut; 144 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital 5.1, French, Japanese, Portuguese; Subtitles: English, French. Two-disc set.
The Pope Of Greenwich Village [DVD](1984) DVD
Gritty urban drama, laced with humor and reminiscent of "Mean Streets," with Mickey Rourke and Eric Roberts as two street toughs who wind up crossing with the Mafia. Co-stars Daryl Hannah, Kenneth McMillan. 120 min. Widescreen; Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital mono, French Dolby Digital mono, Spanish Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: French, Spanish; theatrical trailer; scene access.
Swing Shift [DVD](1984) DVD
When World War II breaks out, housewife Goldie Hawn joins thousands of other women on an airplane factory assembly line. Her offbeat love affair with Kurt Russell, new friends and experiences on the line make this a funny, poignant film. Christine Lahti, Ed Harris, Fred Ward, Holly Hunter co-star; Jonathan Demme directs. 100 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital mono, French Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English, Spanish, French; theatrical trailer.
Broadway Danny Rose [DVD](1984) DVD
Hilarious chases and wild sight gags ensue when small-time talent agent Woody Allen tries to make peace between his client (an over-the-hill crooner) and his mistress. Mia Farrow, Nick Apollo Forte and cameo appearances by Milton Berle, Sammy Davis Jr. and the great Joe Franklin. 85 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital mono, French Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English, French, Spanish; theatrical trailer.
Beat Street [DVD](1984) DVD
The Bronx is the hippest place in America, as breakdancers, graffiti artists, DJs and rap musicians converge for an exciting street scene. Grandmaster Melle Mel and Afrika Bambaataa are featured with Rae Dawn Chong in this Harry Belafonte production. 106 min. Standard and Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital Surround, Spanish Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English, Spanish, French; theatrical trailer.
Beverly Hills Cop: The Complete Line-Up [DVD] DVD
Three-disc set includes "Beverly Hills Cop," "Beverly Hills Cop II" and "Beverly Hills Cop III." Eddie Murphy is Axel Foley, a Detroit detective who heads to Southern California to track down a friend's killer, only to find resentment from both sides of the law. Action and laughs are mixed perfectly in one of the biggest comedy hits ever. Lisa Eilbacher, Judge Reinhold also star. 105 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital 5.1, Dolby Digital Surround, French Dolby Digital stereo; Subtitles: English; audio commentary; interviews; photo gallery; theatrical trailer; more.
Body Rock [DVD](1984) DVD
"Feast your eyes on the prize!" Get moving with "Falcon Crest" star Lorenzo Lamas in this vibrant, dynamic breakdancing musical that will transport you back in time to the 1980s. After he is offered the chance to shake his groove thing in a popular New York City nightclub, he discovers a taste of stardom. But will his newfound fame cost him the love of his life? Vicki Frederick, Cameron Dye, Michelle Nicastro co-star. 93 min. Soundtrack: English.
Breakin' [DVD](1984) DVD
Breakdance! Rap music! They're on the street! Movies Unlimited's got a flick that can't be beat! Lots of great dancin' and spinnin' around! It's the hippest movie you'll find in town! Lot's of great music from the top pop world! "Breakin'" has the beat that'll make you whirl! So get down, get funky, grab a pal! Movies Unlimited's gonna make you say "wow"!! Lucinda Dickey, Shabba-Doo, Boogaloo Shrimp and Christopher McDonald star, with a performance by Ice-T. 86 min. Standard; Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital stereo, Dolby Digital Surround, Spanish; Subtitles: English, French, Spanish; theatrical trailer.
Breakin' 2: Electric Boogaloo [DVD](1984) DVD
The snazzy, smash sequel to the big breakdancing hit of the year brings back Lucinda Dickey, Boogaloo Shrimp and Shabba-Doo to organize all the breakers in town to help fight a mean-spirited land developer. These hip-hop kids just want to have fun, and so will you! With Ice-T, Jo De Winter. 94 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital stereo Surround; Subtitles: English, Spanish, French.
Footloose [DVD](1984) DVD
Smash hit, filled with great pop music score, stars Kevin Bacon as a high-stepping city kid who goes against a music-hating preacher in a small town while falling for the clergyman's pretty daughter. Lori Singer, Dianne Wiest, John Lithgow also star; music by Kenny Loggins, Deniece Williams, and others. 107 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital 5.1 EX, French Dolby Digital stereo; Subtitles: English; audio commentary by Bacon, others; featurettes; theatrical trailer.
Gremlins [DVD](1984) DVD
Gremlins may be cute and cuddly, but don't get them wet or feed them after midnight, or else you'll have more monsters than anyone can handle. "E.T." meets "The Thing" by way of "It's a Wonderful Life" in this horror gem from Joe Dante and Steven Spielberg; with Zach Galligan, Phoebe Cates, Hoyt Axton and the great Dick Miller. 111 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital 5.1, Dolby Digital stereo, Spanish Dolby Digital stereo, French Dolby Digital stereo; Subtitles: English, Spanish, French; audio commentary by Dante, Cates, others; deleted scenes; bloopers; documentary; theatrical trailers; photo gallery.
The Last Starfighter [DVD](1984) DVD
A young video game master becomes part of a real outer space war when he's called on to help defend the Star League of Planets from their arch-enemy. Lance Guest, Robert Preston, Dan O'Herlihy, and Catherine Mary Stewart star. 101 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital 5.1; Subtitles: French; audio commentary; "making of" documentary; photo gallery; theatrical trailers.
No Small Affair [DVD](1984) DVD
Lighthearted comedy stars Jon Cryer as a teenage photography buff who becomes romantically obsessed with would-be singing star Demi Moore after taking her picture and sets out to help her achieve fame. With George Wendt, Tim Robbins, Jennifer Tilly. 102 min. Soundtrack: English.
Police Academy [DVD](1984) DVD
An outrageously funny look at a group of misfits who sign up for training as lawmen at a place where the cops are so inept, crime's gotta pay! A riotous beat you won't want to miss! Steve Guttenberg, Kim Cattrall, Bubba Smith, George Gaynes and Michael Winslow star; directed by Hugh Wilson. 96 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital mono, French Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English, Spanish, French; audio commentary by Guttenberg, Winslow, others; documentary; theatrical trailer.
Revenge Of The Nerds (Panty Raid Edition) [DVD](1984) DVD
They've got pocket protectors, black-framed glasses and computer programming on their minds. No, they're not the Movies Unlimited catalog editors, but rather a lovable group of college geeks led by Robert Carradine and Anthony Edwards. After campus football star Ted McGinley and his team of jerky jocks kick them out of their dorm, the misfits unite to take a stand against the bullies. With Timothy Busfield, Curtis Armstrong, Julia Montgomery, Bernie Casey, and John Goodman. 90 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital stereo, Dolby Digital mono, French Dolby Digital mono, Spanish Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English, Spanish; audio commentary by Carradine, Busfield, Armstrong, others; featurette; deleted scenes; theatrical trailer & more
Romancing The Stone [DVD](1984) DVD
Hit adventure/comedy stars Kathleen Turner as a repressed romance novelist who must travel to Colombia when her sister is kidnapped. Forced to team up with wisecracking soldier-of-fortune Michael Douglas, Turner finds herself thrust into an unfamiliar world of danger and thrills while trying to rescue her sister and find a legendary treasure. With Danny DeVito, Zack Norman, Holland Taylor; Robert Zemeckis directs. 106 min. Widescreen; Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital Surround, Spanish Dolby Digital mono, French Dolby Digital Surround; Subtitles: English, Spanish; deleted scenes; featurettes.
Sixteen Candles [DVD](1984) DVD
Molly Ringwald stars as a young girl whose 16th birthday has pretty much been a total disaster--her family forgets the day, a boy at school ignores her, and her only confidant is a classmate known as "the Geek." Anthony Michael Hall, Paul Dooley, John Cusack co-star; John Hughes directs. 93 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1; Subtitles: Spanish, French.
Supergirl [DVD](1984) DVD
Superman's cousin, the Girl of Steel, comes to Earth on a mission to save her starlost people and must use her newfound powers to defeat a scheming sorceress in this exciting sci-fi adventure. Faye Dunaway, Peter O'Toole, Hart Bochner, Mia Farrow, and Brenda Vaccaro star, and Helen Slater cuts a fine figure in the title role. International version includes footage not shown in U.S. theatres; 125 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital 5.1, French Dolby Digital Surround stereo; Subtitles: English, French, Spanish.
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