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Win One Of 17 New Dvds Released This Week!

Start: August 29th, 2005
End: September 4th, 2005

• Garfield And Friends: Volume Four, courtesy Fox
Grab a seat on your Barcalounger; Garfield and his furry friends are back! Brimming with 25 all-new episodes from the top-rated Saturday morning television series, the collection features socially-inept owner Jon, playful pup Odie, and everyone's favorite fat cat. Each episode of features three separate segments, including two showcasing the comedic high-jinx of Garfield, Odie, and Jon, and one segment featuring the crazy characters from U.S. Acres. Five lucky winners can relive Saturday mornings of their youth with GARFIELD AND FRIENDS: VOLUME FOUR, courtesy of the animation historians at Fox Home Entertainment.

• Shultze Gets The Blues, courtesy Paramount
The story of accordion player who has spent his whole life in a small town in Saxon-Anhalt near the river Saale. Schultze's life -- consisting of work, the pub, the allotment, folk music, and fishing -- is rudely interrupted when he and his mates lose their jobs. Listening to the Blues one evening, Schultze discovers a newfound appreciation for this different music. Although his English is very limited, he decides to try out life on the other side of the hill and takes a trip to America. Five luck winners will experience how different life can be when SHULTZE GETS THE BLUES, courtesy of the Muddy Waters fan club at Paramount.

• The Shirley Temple Collection: Volume 1, courtesy Fox
Sometimes known as "dimples" or "little curly top," Shirley Temple has charmed audiences for ages. A movie star at the age of four who could dance and sing like no other, Temple performed with some of Hollywood's brightest stars. This first entry in the collection features three of her most beloved films -- CURLY TOP (1935), HEIDI (1937), and LITTLE MISS BROADWAY (1938). Digitally remastered and restored featuring state of the art colorization technology, each film features the original black/white print and new color transfer. Five lucky winners will celebrate this American icon with THE SHIRLEY TEMPLE COLLECTION: VOLUME 1, courtesy of the film archivists at Fox Home Entertainment.

• Ong-Bak: Thai Warrior, courtesy Fox
Tony Jaa stars as Ting, a young but religious warrior who swears an oath of peace. Yet when the head of his village's sacred statue is stolen, Ting sets out to recover it, at any cost. Featuring the most elaborate, eye-popping martial arts ever committed to celluloid -- all without the aid of stunt doubles, wires or computer graphic enhancements -- the film sets a new gold standard for hand-to-hand combat in action cinema. Five lucky winners will come face to face with ONG-BAK: THAI WARRIOR, courtesy of the monks at Fox Home Entertainment.

• Emergency: Season One, courtesy Universal
Race to the scene with the heroic men of paramedic Squad 51 and the emergency staff of Rampart Hospital as they respond round-the-clock to LA's most dire emergencies, from women in labor to an out-of-control epidemic. Kevin Tighe and Randolph Mantooth lead an acclaimed cast as two hard-working paramedics trying to deal with the daily crises of their job with wit, humor and bravery. This set also includes the thrilling TV movie ÒThe Wedsworth-Townsend ActÓ available for the first time ever on DVD. Two lucky winners will ride along with EMERGENCY: SEASON ONE, courtesy of the classic TV lovers at Universal Home Entertainment.

• Strawberry Shortcake: Moonlight Mysteries, courtesy Fox
Halloween is just around the corner and Strawberry Shortcake has two mysteries on her hands. In "Ginger Snap's Night of Fright," Strawberry must help her friend Ginger shed light on the things that go bump in the night. In "The Blueberry Beast," something is terrifying the neighborhood and it's up to Strawberry and her friends to save the day. Five lucky winners will be well prepared for Halloween when they receive their copy of STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE: MOONLIGHT MYSTERIES, courtesy of the animation detectives society at Fox Home Entertainment.

• The Blues Brothers: 25th Anniversary Edition, courtesy Universal
Comedy icons John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd star in this outrageously funny musical comedy. Jake and Elwood Blues are two brothers searching for redemption with nothing but a briefcase full of soul. Hit the road with performances by blues legends Ray Charles, James Brown, Aretha Franklin, and Cab Calloway. The 25th Anniversary edition includes an introduction by Dan Akroyd, the new extended version of the film, the original theatrical version, a making of featurette, music highlights, tour highlights, John Belushi tribute, production notes, theatrical trailer, and more! Two lucky winners will each take home a copy of THE BLUES BROTHERS: 25th ANNIVERSARY EDITION, courtesy of the penguins at Universal Home Entertainment.

• Austin City Limits: Music Festival Live 2004, courtesy Rhino
For more than 30 years, Austin City Limits has honored both artists and music fans alike, creating an unparalleled intimate connection between the two. Aiming beyond style boundaries, trends, and geography, ACL promises an authentic musical experience, while delivering the highest standard of discovery and production. This DVD/CD set features the best of the 2004 festival and includes standout performances by The Pixies, Franz Ferdinand, Blind Boys Of Alabama, Broken Social Scene, My Morning Jacket, Sheryl Crow, Drive-By Truckers, and more. For a preview, tune in. Two lucky winners will travel back in time for front-row seats to AUSTIN CITY LIMITS: MUSIC FESTIVAL LIVE 2004, courtesy of the impresarios at Rhino Records.

• Jerry Garcia Band: Live At Shoreline, courtesy Rhino
Recorded September 1, 1990 at Shoreline Amphitheater in Mountain View, California, this remains one of the very few Garcia Band concerts to ever be filmed. A Grateful Dead show was originally scheduled for that date, but due to the recent tragic death of keyboardist Brent Mydland, the Dead were unable to play. Instead of canceling the show, the Jerry Garcia Band stepped up and delivered this poignant performance. Two luck winners will get the chance to relive JERRY GARCIA BAND: LIVE AT THE SHORELINE, courtesy of the history of rock guardians at Rhino Records.

• Devil In The Flesh, courtesy Noshame Films
Marushka Detmers stars as Giulia, a young woman engaged to marry Giacomo, who's sitting behind bars because of his political activity. Restless in her appetites and inner turmoil, she meets a young student named Andrea and a passionate affair quickly ensues. But when the day arrives in which she has to face whether she wants to share her life with Giacomo or not, Giulia takes a surprising decision. As one of the most controversial Italians films of the 1980s, it caused a critical uproar due to its highly-charged political and sexually frank subject matter. Two lucky winners will each take home a copy of DEVIL IN THE FLESH, courtesy of the relationship counselors at NoShame Films.

• I Was A Zombie For The Fbi, courtesy Ryko Disc
The truth can now be told. In the stormy night skies over 1950s America, the diabolical plan begins: a UFO invasion that will turn the world's population into zombies using deranged escaped convicts, an alien ZomBall, and the secret formula of America's favorite soft drink. Now the FBI's toughest agents must infiltrate the alien army, destroy its body-snatching leaders, and restore good-tasting carbonated beverages to a thirsty nation. It's the ultimate combination of hair-trigger crime drama, sci-fi monster thriller, and old-fashioned, red-blooded American justice. Two lucky winners will hear the story, I WAS A ZOMBIE FOR THE FBI, first-hand from the brave souls at Rykodisc who lived to tell the tale.

• Secrets Of A Call Girl, courtesy Noshame Films
International sex symbol Edwige Fenech stars as Anna, a beautiful but naive small town salesgirl who quickly falls into an abusive relationship with sadistic mobster Guido, forcing her into a deep abyss of depravity, violence, and prostitution. Looking to start a new life, she escapes with their son and finds happiness in the arms of Lorenzo, a sensitive doctor. Before long Guido seeks out revenge on the woman whose life he has so ruthlessly controlled for so long., leaving Anna no choice but to face him and in the process confront her greatest fears. A tough and sexy Eurocult classic that showcases many charms and extraordinary beauty. Two lucky winners will journey into the SECRETS OF A CALL GIRL, courtesy of the 12 step program at NoShame Films.

• Senuous Nurse, courtesy Noshame Films
Having consoled himself for the loss of his wife by taking up with the undertaker's wife, wealthy aging widower Count Leonida (Mario Pisu) suffers a near-fatal heart attack. Hoping the old Casanova will pass quicker due to lusty desires, scheming nephew Benito has assigned him the incredibly sexy and sensuous nurse Anna (Ursula Andress). Her arrival sends everyone into a tizzy. To make matters worse, Benito's plans (and everyone else's for that matter) go wildly astray when the sensuous nurse falls for the decrepit old count! A biting social satire and an erotic comedy of the highest order. Two lucky winners will each be visited by the SENUOUS NURSE, courtesy of the house call team at NoShame Films.

• Clueless: Whatever Edition, courtesy Paramount
Loosely based on Jane Austen's novel "Emma," the side-splitting and trend-setting film from acclaimed director Amy Heckerling follows popular teen Cher Horowitz, her friends and the lives they lead in posh Beverly Hills. This special edition showcases two theatrical trailers and seven totally fab featurettes. One lucky winner will be enlightened by CLUELESS: WHATEVER EDITION, courtesy of the school social activities club at Paramount.

• The Truman Show: Special Edition, courtesy Paramount
This fascinating and thought-provoking film showcases Jim Carrey's comic and dramatic skills, portraying a young man who has unknowingly had his entire life televised. Special features include a two-part documentary, deleted scenes, visual effects featurette, photo gallery, two theatrical trailers, and two TV spots. One lucky winner will enter THE TRUMAN SHOW: SPECIAL EDITION, courtesy of the reality TV gurus at Paramount.

• Tommy Boy: Holy Schnike Edition, courtesy Paramount
Underachiever extraordinaire Tommy Callahan is in for a rude awakening when he inherits his father's auto parts shop and must save the business from going under. Ten years later, that "fat guy in a little coat" has made audiences unable to look at a deer-crossing sign in the same way. Boasting deleted/extended scenes, TV spots, alternate takes, storyboard comparisons, a gag reel, photo gallery, and the theatrical trailer, this Special Edition also includes a map of Tommy and Richard?s uproarious road trip. One lucky winner will relive the experience with TOMMY BOY: HOLY SCHNIKE EDITION, courtesy of the Chris Farley appreciation society at Paramount.

• Witness: 20th Anniversary Edition, courtesy Paramount
Harrison Ford plays a police detective assigned to protect an Amish woman and her son in this culture clash romantic drama. This 20th anniversary special edition features a five-part documentary including brand-new interviews with cast members including Harrison Ford, Kelly McGillis, Viggo Mortensen, and Lukas Haas, as well as an interview with director Peter Weir. One lucky winners will bear witness to WITNESS: 20th ANNIVERSARY EDITION, courtesy of the film lovers at Paramount.

Winners

Garfield And Friends: Volume Four
• Ron Baron of Florida
• Mike Breland of Louisiana
• Nancy Horiye of California
• Arthur Lambert of Texas
• Kathy Peters of New York

Shultze Gets The Blues
• Amy Boggs of Florida
• Janea Carrell of Washington
• Sally Delaney of California
• Marie-Eve Gagnon of Quebec
• Douglas Hoff of California

The Shirley Temple Collection: Volume 1
• Leslie Bitner of Texas
• Kurt Canada of Minnesota
• William Chow of Ontario
• Kristin Maynard of North Carolina
• Jennifer Rippy of North Carolina

Ong-Bak: Thai Warrior
• Mitch L. Bator of Florida
• Manuel Lamonica of Florida
• Paula Mcclement of Missouri
• Christy Simpson of Georgia
• Evan Stein of New York

Emergency: Season One
• Rebecca Leonard of British Columbia
• R Welch of Ontario

Strawberry Shortcake: Moonlight Mysteries
• Doug Ackerman of Minnesota
• Ruthie Archer of California
• Elizabeth Koski of Florida
• J Mcmahon of New Jersey
• Brenda Zuniga of Oregon

The Blues Brothers: 25th Anniversary Edition
• Tanya Alsip of Minnesota
• Veronique Langlois of Quebec

Austin City Limits: Music Festival Live 2004
• Ken Cenerelli of Ontario
• Sherrie Kucin of New York

Jerry Garcia Band: Live At Shoreline
• Rebecca Gulstad of Minnesota
• Joseph Stephen Kemp of Kentucky

Devil In The Flesh
• Teresa Franklin of Ontario
• Denise Riley of Texas

I Was A Zombie For The Fbi
• Allan Culmer of Arkansas
• Anthony Malaschak of North Carolina

Secrets Of A Call Girl
• Diego Baz of California
• Margie Haynie of Arkansas

Senuous Nurse
• Nuno Duarte of Texas
• Tammie Mcquinn of Ohio

Clueless: Whatever Edition
• Leslie Stanziani of Florida

The Truman Show: Special Edition
• Thomas Kropaczewski of Michigan

Tommy Boy: Holy Schnike Edition
• John Clark of Pennsylvania

Witness: 20th Anniversary Edition
• Janet Kelnhofer of Colorado



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