Upcoming in the next few months are a very good selection of movies on video and VOD. Genre’s include romance, children’s/family animation, horror, drama, comedy and action films on DVD/Blu-ray/VOD/Digital HD and 4K. The releases are of titles that were in theaters, on TV series as well as direct to video. The most notable are Stan & Ollie. Green Book, Aquaman and If Beale Street Could Talk. We will be updating the column so please frequent our Video Release page. The films may also be available on VOD or just Digital HD so look for the download information inside the video release box.
We will be reviewing select titles so keep in touch at www.acedmagazine.com to get opinions from our writing staff. You might also discover a gem that you didn’t know existed or a hilarious comedy to brighten your day. Whether you’re on the lookout for horror, action-adventure, drama, comedy, thriller, romance, crime, foreign, children’s or lifestyles— the list below has a lot to offer.
MARCH 2019
March 1, 2019
We Die Young- VOD
WE DIE YOUNG When ruthless drug lord Rincon and his MS-13 gang recruit 10-year-old Miguel to work as a runner, big brother Lucas is desperate to keep Miguel safe. Fleeing for their lives, the boys are rescued by a veteran with PTSD named Daniel (Jean-Claude Van Damme), who helps them find their revenge.
March 5, 2019
Falling in Love Again- DVD
FALLING IN LOVE AGAIN follows Henry and Tara, a recently divorced couple navigating the challenges of co-parenting their young son while recovering from the wounds of their failed relationship. But after moving on to new partners, they soon find the grass isn’t quite greener and they might just want that old thing back. Will they take a second shot at love?
Vox Lux- Blu-ray/DVD
VOX LUX a 13-year-old music prodigy survives a horrific school shooting in Staten Island, N.Y., in 1999. Her talent shines during the memorial service when she sings a song that touches the hearts of the mourners. Guided by her sister and a talent manager, the young phenom transforms into a rising pop star.
The Favourite- Blu-ray DVD
THE FAVOURITE In the early 18th century, England is at war with the French. Nevertheless, duck racing and pineapple eating are thriving. A frail Queen Anne occupies the throne, and her close friend, Lady Sarah, governs the country in her stead, while tending to Anne’s ill health and mercurial temper. When a new servant, Abigail, arrives, her charm endears her to Sarah.
Burning- Blu-ray/DVD
BURNING Jong-soo runs into Hae-mi, a girl who once lived in his neighborhood, and she asks him to watch her cat while she’s out of town. When she returns, she introduces him to Ben, a man she met on the trip. Ben proceeds to tell Jong-soo about his hobby.
Prospect- Blu-ray/DVD
PROSPECT A man and his teenage daughter encounter nonstop danger while searching for valuable gems on an alien moon.
Creed II- 4K, Blu-ray, DVD
CREED II Against the wishes of trainer Rocky Balboa, Apollo’s son Adonis Johnson accepts a challenge from Drago’s son — another dangerous fighter. Under guidance from Rocky, Adonis trains for the showdown of his life — a date with destiny that soon becomes his obsession.
Instant Family- Blu-ray/DVD
INSTANT FAMILY Pete and Ellie decide to start a family, they stumble into the world of foster care adoption. They hope to take in one small child, but when they meet three siblings, including a rebellious 15-year-old girl, they find themselves speeding from zero to three kids overnight. Now, Pete and Ellie must try to learn the ropes of instant parenthood in the hope of becoming a family.
Free Solo-DVD
FREE SOLO Alex Honnold completes the first free solo climb of famed El Capitan’s 3,000-foot vertical rock face at Yosemite National Park in this documentary.
The Cloverhitch Killer- Blu-ray/DVD
THE CLOVERHITCH KILLER After Tyler finds a cache of disturbing images in his father’s possession, he begins to suspect that the man he trusts most in the world may be responsible for a series of unsolved murders.
The Mercy- Blu-ray/DVD
THE MERCY Yachtsman Donald Crowhurst creates an outrageous account of his disastrous attempt to win the 1968 Golden Globe Race.
March 12, 2019
Mortal Engines- Blu-ray/DVD, 4K
MORTAL ENGINES Hundreds of years after civilization was destroyed by a cataclysmic event, a mysterious young woman, Hester Shaw (Hera Hilmar), emerges as the only one who can stop London — now a giant, predator city on wheels — from devouring everything in its path.
Green Book- 4K, Ultra Blu-ray, (Digital HD February 19, 2019)
GREEN BOOK a film inspired by a true friendship that transcended race, class, and the 1962 Mason-Dixon line. When Tony Lip (Mortensen), a bouncer from an Italian-American neighborhood in the Bronx, is hired to drive Dr. Don Shirley (Ali), a world-class Black pianist, on a concert tour from Manhattan to the Deep South, they must rely on The Green Book to guide them to the few establishments that were then safe for African-Americans. Confronted with racism, danger as well as unexpected humanity and humor—they are forced to set aside differences to survive and thrive on the journey of a lifetime. (Golden Globe winner Best Motion Picture- Musical or Comedy.)
The Last Man- Blu-ray, DVD, Digital HD, VOD
THE LAST MAN In this chilling dystopian thriller, Hayden Christensen plays Kurt, a vet suffering from PTSD who comes home to an unholy, unruly land. The world is bad, no question — but local street prophet Noe (Harvey Keitel) says it’ll get even worse when a catastrophic storm strikes. As Kurt heeds Noe’s advice and readies for the apocalypse, he meets sultry Jessica, who also begins to believe. Yet even as the planet falls apart, Kurt finds his life finally coming together.
A.I. Rising- DVD, Digital HD
A.I. RISING On a lonely mission to Alpha Centauri, Sebastian is teamed up with Nimani 1345, a female cyborg designed to fulfill his every need. At first thrilled to be able to control her, Sebastian grows tired of having his desires fulfilled so easily. Longing for human intimacy, Sebastian alters Nimani’s programmed responses, but in doing so he risks the mission’s security — and his own life. This mind-blowing, visually sumptuous space journey will take you both beyond the stars and deep inside your soul.
American Brothers- DVD
AMERICAN BROTHERS As boys, Dick, Joe, and Benny Mahoney wanted to be Heroes. But disaster struck and their family was never the same. Now grown up and recently paroled, Dick decides to reconnect once more with his brothers before leaving the country for good. Their parents long gone, Joe runs the family business, and takes care of the emotionally damaged Benny. They come together remembering the good times, but Dick sees his brothers drowning in their routine.
March 19, 2019
The Quake- Blu-ray/DVD
THE QUAKE A geologist races against time to save his estranged wife and two children when a devastating earthquake strikes Oslo, Norway.
Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse- Blu-ray/DVD
SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE Teen Miles Morales becomes Spider-Man of his reality, crossing his path with five counterparts from another dimensions to stop a threat for all realities. Animated
March 26, 2019
Kim Possible- dvd
KIM POSSIBLE Kim and Ron enter high school and become friends with Athena. With Kim’s guidance, Athena transforms into the newest member of Team Possible and soon starts to eclipse Kim. When Drakken and Shego resurface in Middleton, the team must stop them.
Stan & Ollie- Blu-ray/DVD
STAN & OLLIE The true story of Hollywood’s greatest comedy double act, Laurel and Hardy, is brought to the big screen for the first time. Starring Steve Coogan and John C. Reilly as the inimitable movie icons, Stan and Ollie is the heart-warming story of what would become the pair’s triumphant farewell tour. With their golden era long behind them, the pair embark on a variety hall tour of Britain and Ireland. Despite the pressures of a hectic schedule, and with the support of their wives Lucille (Shirley Henderson) and Ida (Nina Arianda) – a formidable double act in their own right – the pair’s love of performing, as well as for each other, endures as they secure their place in the hearts of their adoring public.
Aquaman- Blu-ray/DVD, 4K
AQUAMAN Once home to the most advanced civilization on Earth, the city of Atlantis is now an underwater kingdom ruled by the power-hungry King Orm. With a vast army at his disposal, Orm plans to conquer the remaining oceanic people — and then the surface world. Standing in his way is Aquaman.
If Beale Street Could Talk- Blu-ray/DVD
IF BEALE STREET COULD TALK a newly engaged woman finds herself pregnant and her finance accused of a crime he didn’t commit.
Second Act- Blu-ray/DVD
SECOND ACT A big box store worker reinvents her life and her life-story and shows Madison Avenue what street smarts can do.
King of Thieves- Blu-ray/DVD
KING OF THIEVES A crew of retired crooks pulls off a major heist in London’s jewellery district, but what begins as a nostalgic last hurrah for the group quickly becomes a brutal nightmare when greed overtakes them.
APRIL 2019
April 1, 2019
Laurel & Hardy Collector’s set- DVD
LAUREL & HARDY COLLECTOR’S SET As a new generation of fans embrace the late-career comedy of Laurel & Hardy in the hit box office biopic Stan & Ollie, this collection of 27 hilarious film shorts – including some silent films newly restored from the original elements – capture the formative years when these comedy legends honed the sight gags and slapstick that propelled them to worldwide fame. Also includes three BONUS SHORTS – two featuring Laurel & Hardy cameos and one from producer Hal Roach
April 2, 2019
Vice- Blu-ray/DVD
VICE Governor George W Bush of Texas picks Dick Cheney, the CEO of Halliburton Co, to be his Republican running mate in the 2000 presidential election. No stranger to politics, Cheney’s impressive résumé includes stints as White House chief of staff, House Minority Whip and defence secretary. When Bush wins by a narrow margin, Cheney begins to use his newfound power to help reshape the country and the world.
Bumblebee – Blu-ray/DVD
BUMBLEBEE On the run in the year of 1987, Bumblebee finds refuge in a junkyard in a small
Californian beach town. Charlie, on the cusp of turning 18 and trying to find her place in the world, discovers Bumblebee, battle-scarred and broken.
Rust Creek- Blu-ray/DVD
RUST CREEK Sawyer is an ambitious, overachieving college senior who has a seemingly bright future. While on her way to a job interview, a wrong turn leaves her stranded deep in the frozen forest. Suddenly, the young woman who has everything to live for finds herself facing her own mortality as she’s punished by the elements and pursued by a band of ruthless outlaws.
The Mule- Blu-ray/DVD, 4K
THE MULE Broke, alone and facing foreclosure on his business, 90-year-old horticulturist Earl Stone takes a job as a drug courier for a Mexican cartel. His immediate success leads to easy money and a larger shipment that soon draws the attention of hard-charging DEA agent Colin Bates.
The Man Who Killed Hitler and then The Big Foot- Blu-ray/DVD
THE MAN WHO KILLED HITLER AND THEN THE BIG FOOT Decades after ending World War II by assassinating Adolf Hitler in an undercover operation, unsung American hero Calvin Barr is called upon by the government to hunt down the fabled Bigfoot, the carrier of a deadly plague that could destroy humanity.
April 5, 2019
The Browsing Effect- VOD
THE BROWSING EFFECT the seemingly endless possibilities of dating apps send a group of friends into a whirlwind of sex, jealousy, and self-doubt in this ensemble comedy that examines dating culture in the age of swiping.
April 9, 2019
We Die Young- Blu-ray/DVD, Digital HD
WE DIE YOUNG When ruthless drug lord Rincon and his MS-13 gang recruit 10-year-old Miguel to work as a runner, big brother Lucas is desperate to keep Miguel safe. Fleeing for their lives, the boys are rescued by a veteran with PTSD named Daniel (Jean-Claude Van Damme), who helps them find their revenge.
The Browsing Effect- Blu-ray.DVD
THE BROWSING EFFECT The seemingly endless possibilities of dating apps send a group of friends into a whirlwind of sex, jealousy, and self-doubt in this ensemble comedy that examines dating culture in the age of swiping.
The Man who Killed Don Quixote- Blu-ray/DVD
THE MAN WHO KILLED DON QUIXOTE A disillusioned advertising executive is pulled into a time-jumping fantasy when he is mistaken for Sancho Panza.
A Dog’s Way Home- Blu-ray/DVD
A DOG’S WAY HOME As a puppy, Bella finds her way into the arms of Lucas, a young man who gives her a good home. When Bella becomes separated from Lucas, she soon finds herself on an epic 400-mile journey to reunite with her beloved owner. Along the way, the lost but spirited dog touches the lives of an orphaned mountain lion, a down-on-his-luck veteran and some friendly strangers who happen to cross her path
We Die Young-Blu-Ray/DVD, Digital HD
WE DIE YOUNG When ruthless drug lord Rincon and his MS-13 gang recruit 10-year-old Miguel to work as a runner, big brother Lucas is desperate to keep Miguel safe. Fleeing for their lives, the boys are rescued by a veteran with PTSD named Daniel (Jean-Claude Van Damme), who helps them find their revenge.
On the Basis of Sex- Blu-ray/DVD
ON THE BASIS OF SEX Ruth Bader Ginsburg is a struggling attorney and new mother who faces adversity and numerous obstacles in her fight for equal rights. When Ruth takes on a groundbreaking tax case with her husband, attorney Martin Ginsburg, she knows it could change the direction of her career and the way the courts view gender discrimination.
Welcome to Marwen- Blu-ray/DVD
WELCOME TO MARWEN When a devastating attack shatters Mark Hogancamp (Steve Carell) and wipes away all memories, no one expected recovery. Putting together pieces from his old and new life, Mark meticulously creates a wondrous town where he can heal and be heroic.
Holmes and Watson- Blu-ray/DVD
HOLMES AND WATSON Detective Sherlock Holmes and Dr. John Watson join forces to investigate a mysterious murder at Buckingham Palace. It seems like an open-and-shut case as all signs point to Professor James Moriarty, the criminal mastermind and longtime nemesis of the crime-solving duo.
Mirai- Blu-ray/DVD
MIRAI A young boy named Kun feels forgotten by his family when his little sister Mirai arrives. Running away from home, Kun stumbles upon a magical garden that serves as a time-travelling gateway where he encounters his mother as a little girl and has a series of adventures. Animated
April 16, 2019
Glass- Blu-rau/DVD
GLASS Following the conclusion of Split, Glass finds Dunn pursuing Crumb’s superhuman figure of The Beast in a series of escalating encounters, while the shadowy presence of Price emerges as an orchestrator who holds secrets critical to both men.
The Kid Who Would be King- Blu-ray/DVD
THE KID WHO WOULD BE KING Old-school magic meets the modern world when young Alex stumbles upon the mythical sword Excalibur. He soon unites his friends and enemies, and they become knights who join forces with the legendary wizard Merlin. Together, they must save mankind from the wicked enchantress Morgana and her army of supernatural warriors.
April 23, 2019
Hagazussa- Blu-ray/DVD, VOD
HAGAZUSSA In the 15th Century in the remote Austrian Alps, the orphan Albrun (Celina Peter) grows up to be a simple goatherd living in solitude…and a marked woman. As a scapegoat of ancient myths and monstrous misogyny, Albrun (portrayed by Aleksandra Cwen as an adult) finds herself tormented by the local townsfolk, driving her to unleash the inner darkness that swells within her. A self-styled witch, Albrun soon exercises her other-worldly birthright and conjures a plague that makes the surrounding human cruelty look pathetic and small by comparison.
Destroyer- Blu-ray/DVD
DESTROYER As a young cop, Erin Bell went under cover to infiltrate a gang in the California desert — with tragic results. Bell continues to work as a detective for the Los Angeles Police Department, but feelings of anger and remorse leave her worn-down and consumed by guilt. When the leader of that gang suddenly re-emerges, Erin embarks on an obsessive quest to bring him to justice and make peace with her tortured past.
Escape Room- Blu-ray/DVD
ESCAPE ROOM Six adventurous strangers travel to a mysterious building to experience the escape room — a game where players compete to solve a series of puzzles to win $10,000. What starts out as seemingly innocent fun soon turns into a living nightmare as the four men and two women discover each room is an elaborate trap that’s part of a sadistic game of life or death.
April 30, 2019
Serenity- Blu-ray.DVD
SERENITY Baker Dill is a fishing boat captain who leads tours off of the tranquil enclave of Plymouth Island. His peaceful life is soon shattered when his ex-wife Karen tracks him down. Desperate for help, Karen begs Baker to save her — and their young son — from her abusive husband. She wants him to take the brute out for a fishing excursion — then throw him overboard to the sharks. Thrust back into a life that he wanted to forget, Baker now finds himself struggling to choose between right and wrong.
Arctic- Blu-ray/DVD
ARCTIC A man stranded in the Arctic after an airplane crash must decide whether to remain in the relative safety of his makeshift camp or to embark on a deadly trek through the unknown in hopes of making it out alive.
MAY 2019
May 14, 2019
American Exit- DVD, Digital HD, VOD
AMERICAN EXIT Based on an incredible true story, this searing crime-thriller stars Dane Cook as Charlie, a desperate father who steals a million-dollar painting from Anton, a shady art dealer. With time running out, he flees to the California desert with his rebellious teen son, Leo. But when Anton and his henchman come seeking revenge, the situation explodes into violence, and suddenly Charlie is not the only one whose days may be numbered.
Life Like- DVD, Digital HD, VOD
LIFE LIKE In this futuristic thriller, and James purchase a lifelike robot to cook and clean at their sprawling new home. At first, android Henry is quiet and hard-working. But as his artificial-intelligence programming kicks in, Henry starts to anticipate the couple’s needs and desires, ones they themselves cannot fully understand.
April 23, 2019
The Destroyer- Blu-ray/DVD
THE DESTROYER As a young cop, Erin Bell went under cover to infiltrate a gang in the California desert — with tragic results. Bell continues to work as a detective for the Los Angeles Police Department, but feelings of anger and remorse leave her worn-down and consumed by guilt. When the leader of that gang suddenly re-emerges, Erin embarks on an obsessive quest to find his former associates, bring him to justice and make peace with her tortured past.
April 30, 2019
Serenity- Blu-ray/DVD
SERENITY Baker Dill is a fishing boat captain who leads tours off of the tranquil enclave of Plymouth Island. His peaceful life is soon shattered when his ex-wife Karen tracks him down. Desperate for help, Karen begs Baker to save her — and their young son — from her abusive husband.
Arctic- Blu-ray/DVD
ARCTIC A man stranded in the Arctic after an airplane crash must decide whether to remain in the relative safety of his makeshift camp or to embark on a deadly trek through the unknown in hopes of making it out alive.
Level 16- DVD
LEVEL 16 Girls in a prison-like boarding school embark on a desperate search to uncover the awful truth behind their captivity.
Mission of Honor- Blu-ray/DVD
MISSION OF HONOR Polish pilots overcome prejudice to fight against the Luftwaffe with the Royal Air Force during the Second World War, in the hope of protecting both Great Britain and their own Poland from the German advance.
MAY 2019
May 7, 2019
Blaze- Blu-ray/DVD
BLAZE A reimagining of the life and times of Blaze Foley, the unsung songwriting legend of the Texas Outlaw Music movement
Everybody Knows- Blu-ray/DVD
EVERYBODY KNOWS Laura and her two children travel from Argentina to Spain to attend her sister’s wedding. The joyful reunion soon turns tragic when her older daughter gets kidnapped — revealing a dark web of hidden secrets.
May 14, 2019
Kiss Kiss – DVD
KISS KISS Four best friends embark on a luxurious wine tasting and soon find themselves fighting for their lives.
Triple Threat- Blu-ray/DVD
TRIPLE THREAT A crime syndicate places a hit on a billionaire’s daughter, making her the target of an elite assassin squad. A small band of down-and-out mercenaries protects her, fighting tooth and nail to stop the assassins from reaching their target.
American Exit- DVD, VOD
AMERICAN EXIT Based on an incredible true story, this searing crime-thriller stars Dane Cook (Good Luck Chuck) as Charlie, a desperate father who steals a million-dollar painting from Anton (Udo Kier, Blade), a shady art dealer. With time running out, he flees to the California desert with his rebellious teen son, Leo (Levi Miller, Pan). But when Anton and his henchman come seeking revenge, the situation explodes into violence, and suddenly Charlie is not the only one whose days may be numbered.
May 28, 2019
General Commander-Blu-ray/DVD, Digital HD, VOD
GENERAL COMMANDER After CIA agent Jake Alexander (Steven Seagal) sees a member of his team killed during a sting operation, he demands revenge against guilty mob boss Orsini. But the CIA won’t sanction the hit, so Jake and his crew quit the agency and form a task force with just one mission: vengeance. Full of explosive action, thrilling stunts, and bone-crunching fights, General Commander never lets up.
