RICKY GERVAIS, GREG KINNEAR AND TÉA LEONI STAR IN THE MOST SPIRITED ROMANTIC COMEDY OF THE SEASON

Debuts on DVD and Blu-ray December 28, 2008 with Exclusive Bonus Features

HOLLYWOD, CALIF. – Ghost Town is a “hilarious romantic comedy” (Time) arriving on DVD and Blu-ray on December 28, 2008 from Paramount Home Entertainment. Emmy® winner Ricky Gervais (“The Office,” Stardust), Oscar® nominee Greg Kinnear (Little Miss Sunshine, Baby Mama) and Téa Leoni (Spanglish, Fun with Dick and Jane) star in this “clever, heartfelt and funny” (“Entertainment Tonight”) tale about a man, a woman and a ghost. The feel-good comedy of the season, Ghost Town is a perfect pick-me-up for the post holiday blues.

Ricky Gervais is Bertram Pincus, a New York City dentist with the people skills of a barracuda. When a routine surgery goes awry, Pincus is pronounced dead, but miraculously revived seven minutes later. The ill-mannered Manhattanite suffers only one lasting after-effect: the ability to see and speak with the dead. When word gets out in the spirit community, Pincus is irritated to discover he’s the go-to-guy for every phantom with unfinished business in the city. At the forefront of the ghostly mob is recently deceased Frank Herlihy (Greg Kinnear), who is determined to stop the remarriage of his widow, Gwen (Téa Leoni). The laughs unfold when the prickly and romantically inexperienced Pincus, smitten with Gwen, tries to woo her away from her betrothed—with hysterically awkward results.

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Behind-the-Scenes Bonus Features and Filmmaker Interviews Reveal the Real Passions and Secrets of the Life of Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire Available December 28, 2008

HOLLYWOOD, CALIF. – A young noblewoman marries into one of Britain’s most powerful families and becomes the toast of London in The Duchess, arriving on DVD and Blu-ray fashionably timed for the new year and holiday entertainment on December 28th from Paramount Home Entertainment. Keira Knightley (Atonement, Pride and Prejudice, Pirates of the Caribbean), Ralph Fiennes (In Bruges, the Harry Potter series, The Constant Gardener) and Dominic Cooper (Mamma Mia!) star in the true story of the Duchess of Devonshire and “Empress of Fashion” who must face an agonizing choice between responsibility and love. Captivating audiences and critics alike with its gripping and passionate tale of a young woman and direct ancestor to Princess Diana who became a fashion icon, a devoted mother, a voice for the common man and an unforgettable symbol of glamour for the ages, “The Duchess is feisty, cool, and scandalous” (Richard Schickle, Time). Showcasing rich and in-depth special features, The Duchess will be available for the suggested retail priced of $19.99 U.S./$24.99 Canada on DVD and on Blu-ray for $29.99 U.S./$36.99 Canada.

One of history’s most beguiling leading ladies, Georgiana Spencer (Keira Knightley) was married at 17 to the wealthy and influential William Cavendish (Ralph Fiennes), the fifth Duke of Devonshire — and into a lavish world filled with shocking deceptions, decadent scandals and stifling demands of duty. As Duchess of Devonshire, she first indulged her considerable energy in high society — outshining most of the aristocratic men around her with her incredible wit — only to become one of the most impassioned political voices in all of 18th century Britain. Beloved by a nation but betrayed by her husband, Georgiana’s charisma, political savvy and distinct flair for fashion would make her the “It Girl” of her era… but a chance for personal happiness would remain elusive until she dares to discover love on her own terms.

* (2005): Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role - Pride & Prejudice
** (1996): Best Actor in a Leading Role - The English Patient; (1993): Best Actor in a Supporting Role - Schindler’s List

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A MUST-HAVE FOR ANIME COLLECTORS …

~Blood +: Volume Four~ Contains the Next Five Episodes of the Popular Adult Swim Anime Series

SINGLE-DISC DVD DEBUTS JANUARY 27

CULVER CITY, CALIF. (November 17, 2008) – Sci-fi anime fans have more vampire action-adventure to look forward to January 27 with the release of Blood +: Volume Four, from Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. This is the fourth volume of the Blood + series to be released on DVD in a five-episode single-disc format, a popular option among anime collectors. Blood +, the dark and visually impressive Adult Swim series from The Cartoon Network, is based on the anime movie Blood: The Last Vampire. Blood +: Volume Four will be available for $24.96 SRP.

SYNOPSIS
Saya Otonashi, a seemingly normal high school student, suffers from amnesia and can’t remember the past year of her life. One day, after a man appears and gives her a katana sword, her destiny changes forever. Soon Saya finds herself fighting the latest threat to humanity – Chiropterans, ravenous immortal creatures that can change form and disguise themselves as human beings. An organization known as the Red Shield has been waging a private war to wipe them out. Saya travels to Ekaterinburg during the continued struggle, but no one’s safe.

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LAKEVIEW TERRACE

Starring Oscar® Nominee Samuel L. Jackson, Golden Globe® Nominee Patrick Wilson, Kerry Washington, and Jay Hernandez

Breaking into Homes on Blu-ray™ High-Def, DVD and PSP™ January 27th With Bonus Material Including Deleted Scenes, Audio Commentary and More

CULVER CITY, CALIF. (November 17, 2008) – What could be safer than living next to a cop? Find out in the suspenseful thriller Lakeview Terrace, starring Oscar® and Golden Globe® Nominee Samuel L. Jackson (Pulp Fiction, Jumper), debuting on Blu-ray High-Def, DVD and PSP™ January 27, 2009 from Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. The film follows an LAPD officer who will stop at nothing to force out the couple who just moved in next door. Directed by Neil LaBute (The Wicker Man, The Shape of Things, In the Company of Men) and produced by James Lassiter and Will Smith, the all-star cast includes Patrick Wilson (TV’s “Angels in America,” Running with Scissors), Kerry Washington (The Last King of Scotland, Mr. And Mrs. Smith), and Jay Hernandez (Hostel and Hostel: Part II). The Blu-ray Disc™ and DVD bonus materials include deleted scenes, commentary with Director Neil LaBute and Kerry Washington, and three making-of featurettes: An Open House, Meet Your Neighbors and Home Sweet Home. The DVD will be available for $28.96 SRP, the Blu-ray High-Def for $39.95 SRP, and the PSP™ for $24.94 SRP.

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Academy Award®-Winner Sissy Spacek and Emmy®-Winner Beau Bridges Star in the Compelling Television Drama

Songs in Ordinary Time TV Movie on DVD January 27 Based on the Best-Selling Novel by Mary McGarry Morris

Culver City, CA (November 19, 2008) – The CBS television movie Songs in Ordinary Time, starring Academy Award®-winner Sissy Spacek (1980, Actress in a Leading Role, Coal Miner’s Daughter) and Beau Bridges (Stargate SG-1, The Fabulous Baker Boys), will be released on DVD January 27 from Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. The compelling drama, based on the popular novel by best-selling author Mary McGarry Morris, will be available for $19.94 SRP.

Morris’ Songs in Ordinary Time enjoyed huge popularity as a book, selling 1.5 million copies. She is also the author of A Dangerous Woman, which was chosen as one of the “Five Best Novels of the Year” by Time magazine and was subsequently made into a motion picture.

Directed by Rod Holcomb (TV’s “ER”) and written by Malcolm MacRury (teleplay), Songs in Ordinary Time centers around Marie Fermoyle (Spacek) a divorced mother of three children struggling to provide for her family in Vermont. Marie’s life is forever changed with the arrival of an enigmatic stranger named Omar Duvall (Bridges), to whom the Fermoyle family extends their hospitality. Marie quickly becomes an easy target for the smooth-talking Omar, who seduces her and her family with the promise of easy money and success. Eventually Marie uncovers his lies and discovers for the first time just how important she really is, both to her children and to her community. Songs in Ordinary Time premiered October 22, 2000 on CBS.

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Rainn Wilson From TV’s “The Office” Headlines The Sleeper Comedy Of The Summer Rockin’ Out On DVD & Blu-ray Disc January 27 From Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment

CENTURY CITY, CA – Opportunity rocks! School of Rock meets Spinal Tap in the “flat-out funny” (Richard Roeper, “At The Movies”) comedy for the rock star in everyone as THE ROCKER takes center stage on DVD and Blu-ray Disc (BD) January 27th from Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment. Rainn Wilson (“The Office,” Juno) drums up huge laughs in “the surprise comedy of the summer” (Ben Lyons, E!) as Robert “Fish” Fishman, a man living in a rock ‘n’ roll dream…but waking up in a midlife crisis! After being kicked out of ‘80s metal band Vesuvius just before they hit superstardom, “Fish” spends the next 20 years in relative obscurity, stuck in a humdrum office work life, constantly daydreaming of what might have been. When his teenage nephew’s band is in desperate need for a new drummer to play the Senior Prom, he reluctantly steps in and picks up right where he left off. With a second chance to re-live his rock fantasies, “Fish” and his new band mates quickly skyrocket to fame…and rock will never be the same.

“A fun-filled musical romp that also doubles as a poignant coming-of-age story” (Clint O’Connor, Cleveland Plain Dealer) from director Peter Cattaneo (The Full Monty), THE ROCKER features up-and-coming young talents Emma Stone (Superbad), Josh Gad (21) and pop star Teddy Geiger, plus hilarious supporting performances from Christina Applegate (“Samantha Who?”), Will Arnett (“Arrested Development”), Jeff Garlin (“Curb Your Enthusiasm”), Jane Lynch (Best In Show), Howard Hesseman (“WKRP In Cincinnati”), Bradley Cooper (“Alias”) and “Saturday Night Live” veterans Jason Sudeikis and Fred Armisen.

Get a front row seat to the ultimate performance with THE ROCKER Born To Rock Edition fully-loaded DVD and BD highlighted by over 90 minutes of chart-topping special features including several “backstage pass” behind-the-scenes featurettes, an interview with former Beatles drummer Pete Best, cast/director commentaries, deleted scenes, gag reels, podcasts and more; plus both feature a Digital Copy of the film for portable media players. THE ROCKER Born To Rock Edition DVD will be available for a suggested retail price of $29.98 U.S. / $43.48 Canada and on Blu-ray Disc for $39.99 U.S. / $49.99 Canada.

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The ultimate Weekend Trip Will Change These High School boys Forever In COLLEGE

The Lewd, Crude Higher-Learning Comedy Takes The Ultimate Pledge Onto DVD January 27th From MGM Home Entertainment

LOS ANGELES, CA – Inspired by the off-the-wall humor of Animal House, American Pie and Old School, three geeky high school seniors take the trip of a lifetime in what begins as the weekend from hell turns into the best weekend ever as MGM Home Entertainment debuts College on DVD January 27th. Starring Drake Bell (Superhero Movie, “Drake & Josh”), Nick Zano (Joy Ride: Dead Ahead, “What I Like About You”), Kevin Covais (Labor Pains, “American Idol”) and Andrew Caldwell (My Best Friend’s Girl, Drillbit Taylor), College follows three prospective college freshmen as they plan the craziest weekend ever during their visit to a local college.

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Produced By Multiple Academy Award-Winner Tom Hanks And Starring Oscar-Winner Tim Robbins And Golden Globe-Winner Bill Murray, The Mystery Unfolds On DVD January 20 From Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment

CENTURY CITY, Calif. – To save the human race, an underground city was built to last 200 years… now time is up and they must unlock the secret for their survival. Step into the light when the action-packed family adventure City of Ember, shines onto DVD January 20 from Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment. For generations, the people of the City of Ember have thrived in an amazing underground world of flickering lights. Built as a refuge for humanity and powered by a massive generator, the city’s time is almost up and now Ember is falling into darkness as the generator fails. In a race against time, it’s up to two brave teenagers to unravel the mystery behind the city’s existence, maneuver around corrupt politicians and save the City of Ember. “Imaginative, heartfelt and exciting” (St. Paul Pioneer Press), City of Ember is based on the 2003 best-selling novel, The City of Ember, by Jeanne Duprau.

Featuring an all-star cast and crew of acclaimed talent that will light up any screen, City of Ember was produced by Emmy Award winner* Gary Goetzman (We Stand Alone Together) and Academy AwardÒ-winner** Tom Hanks (Forrest Gump) and stars OscarÒ-winner Tim Robbins (Best Supporting Actor, Mystic River), Golden GlobeÒ-winner Bill Murray (Best Actor, Lost in Translation) and Academy AwardÒ-nominee Saoirse Ronan (Best Supporting Actress, Atonement).

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On November 18th, Paramount Home Entertainment will release the hilarious and outrageous comedy TROPIC THUNDER on DVD and Blu-ray! One of the year’s funniest films, TROPIC THUNDER includes a star-studded cast and this Director’s Cut DVD has enough bonus material to keep you “in the s&*t” for days! GET SOME as TROPIC THUNDER rocks onto DVD and Blu-ray November 18th!!

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**Walmart - Exclusive two-pack: Tropic Thunder Single-disc DVD and “Get Some” music sampler CD - perfect for anytime you’re lost in the jungle!

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ICE CUBE AND KEKE PALMER ARE A TOUGH TEAM TO BEAT IN

Based On The True Story Of Pop Warner’s First Female Quarterback, The Inspiring Tale Rushes To DVD And Blu-ray December 2 From Genius Products And The Weinstein Company

“…undeniably heartwarming…”
- USA TODAY

SANTA MONICA, CA – The new coach has a secret weapon in the hilarious and heartwarming comedy THE LONGSHOTS, touching down on DVD and Blu-ray December 2 from The Weinstein Company and Genius Products. “A big winner for the whole family,” (Hollywood.com) THE LONGSHOTS is based on the awe-inspiring real-life accomplishments of 11-year-old Jasmine Plummer, who became the first female quarterback in Pop Warner’s 56 year history. Starring Ice Cube (Are We There Yet?, Barbershop) and rising star Keke Palmer (Akeelah and the Bee, Madea’s Family Renunion), THE LONGSHOTS follows the superstar quarterback’s journey as she leads her local football team to the league’s Super Bowl under the coaching of her uncle, a former high school football star.

From former Limp Bizkit frontman turned director Fred Durst, THE LONGSHOTS also features performances from Tasha Smith (Why Did I Get Married), Jill Marie Jones (The Perfect Holiday), Dash Mihok (Kiss Kiss Bang Bang), Matt Craven (Crimson Tide) and Garrett Morris (“Saturday Night Live”). A “…Cinderella story, one whose heart is clearly in the right place…” (Los Angeles Times), THE LONGSHOTS DVD will include commentary from Director Fred Durst, 20 deleted scenes and much more (see next page) for the suggested retail price of $28.95 for standard DVD and $34.99 for Blu-ray.

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