6/24/06 - History: Index / Nonfiction Book Reviews: American Revolutionary Era
Rum is more than just a delicious drink - it helped to shape the modern world. Ian Williams's book, Rum, as biting, multifaceted, and warm-spirited as the drink itself - triumphantly restores rum's rightful place in history, taking us across space and time, from its origins in the plantations of Barbados through Puritan and Revolutionary New England, to Voodoo rites in modern Haiti and across the Florida straits where Fidel and the Bacardi family are still fighting over the rights to the ingredients for a Cuba Libre. Book Details and Review from PatriotResource.com
Finally, some news on the Season 2.5 DVD. It is scheduled for release on September 19th. Early word on the DVD states that it will include the extended cut of Episode 2.10 (Pegasus). It also is being promoted as having over 10 hours of bonus content, which probably is accounted for by the extended episode, the podcast commentaries and some deleted scenes.
6/20/06 - Film: Index / Films: General
Inspired by a true story, Eight Below, now on DVD, tells the thrilling and heartwarming adventure of loyalty, courage and the bonds of friendship between eight incredible sled dogs and their human guide. Stranded in the extreme wilderness of Antarctica, the intrepid sled dogs must band together to survive while their handler Jerry (Paul Walker) stops at nothing to attempt a rescue mission. Eight Below is an inspiring, exciting adventure of incredible survival and triumphant friendship that will captivate every member of the family. Click Here for More Details From The Patriot Resource
6/20/06 - TV Series: Index / TV Series: Animated
In Justice League: Season 2 DVD, Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, The Flash, Green Lantern, Martian Manhunter and Hawkgirl - they have all used their unique powers to fight evil across the galaxy. These 7 super heroes unite to become the Justice League. Dangers across the galaxy threaten Deep-rooted feelings of mistrust and insecurity surface and plauge the Justice League, causing internal strife and leaving them vulnerable to attacks from their enemies. But when one of their own commits the ultimate betrayal, it could be the end of the Justice League and Earth forever. Click Here for More Details From The Patriot Resource
6/20/06 - TV Series: Index / TV Series: SciFi
The Lois & Clark: The Complete Third Season DVD chronicles an expected turn of events between Lois and Clark. Their relationship takes on a whole new dimension with Lois discovering Clark's true identity and accepting his marriage proposal. Wedding planning puts a strain on any couple, Lois and Clark aren't just any couple. Besides coping with caterers and orange blossoms, they must battle mad scientists, Lex Luthor, revived World War II Nazis and other diabolical foes. This all means that Lois and Clark face one tough trip to the altar. Click Here for More Details From The Patriot Resource
6/20/06 - TV Series: Index / TV Series: Animated In Superman: Volume 3 DVD, alien warships instantly appear and attack Metropolis. Superman flies into action to save his beloved city, but his powers are not enough. This enemy is greater than any other Superman will ever know: the malicious Darkseid, a vicious dictator intent on controlling the universe and the one villain Superman is willing to kill ...or die trying. Darkseid vows to Superman, "If you will not be my knight, then you will be my pawn." No idle threat, he manipulates the Man of Steel to take over Earth in a plot that ultimately changes Superman's life forever! Click Here for More Details From The Patriot Resource
6/20/06 - - Film: Index / Films: General Syriana, starring George Clooney, Matt Damon and Christopher Plummer is now available on DVD. Big oil means big money. Very big money. And that fact unleashes corruption that stretches from Houston to Washington to the Mideast and ensnares industrialists, princes, spies, politicos, oilfield laborers and terrorists in a deadly, deceptive web of move and countermove. This lightning-paced, whip-smart action thriller grips your mind and nerves with an intensity that doesn't let go for an instant. Click Here for More Details From The Patriot Resource
6/20/06 - TV Series: Index / TV Series: Animated
In the original movie, Superman: Brainiac Attacks, Superman is about to finally divulge his identity and his feelings to Lois Lane, when he suddenly finds his mighty hands full when Brainiac, a powerful computer, bent on universal domination and Lex Luthor team up to defeat him. When Lois Lane is critically injured by a force beam that was intended for him, Superman must race into the mysterious Phantom Zone to find a cure. Brianiac, believing Superman to be dead, betrays Lex Luthor and begins his attack on the city of Metropolis and ultimately Earth. Click Here for More Details From The Patriot Resource
6/7/06 - Film: Index / Films: General
In Firewall, now on DVD, Harrison Ford stars as Jack Stanfield, a man who's got it all-a loving family, a beautiful home, and a high-powered job at Landrock Pacific Bank as head of security. His perfect life is shattered to pieces when his wife and children are kidnapped and held for $100 million ransom, plunging him into a cyber-edged race against time. Paul Bettany (Master and Commander: the Far Side of the World) co-stars as the ice-blooded criminal mastermind.The DVD includes an interview with Harrison Ford and a featurette on the thriller genre. Click Here for More Details From The Patriot Resource
6/6/06 - TV Series: Index / TV Series: Western F-Troop was a slapstick comedy that was the first to spoof the classic TV western. F-Troop: The Complete First Season DVD follows a crew of hilarious cavalrymen at Fort Courage. After accidentally leading a cavalry charge into victory, Private Wilton Parmenter (Ken Berry) becomes a hero and is given command of the fort. He and his group of men bumble through fighting their enemies and working with the local Hekawi Indians to sell items to tourists. The six-disc collector's set includes all 34 episodes of the first season. Click Here for More Details from The Patriot Resource
6/6/06 - TV Series: Index / TV Series: Western
The program that defined the television western, Cheyenne originally aired on ABC from 1955 to 1963. Follow the adventures of Cheyenne Bodie (Clint Walker), after the Civil War, roamed the west fighting ruthless outlaws and deadly gunslingers. A former army scout, he drifted from job to job - one day a cowboy, one day a lawman - but always remained a larger-than-life hero. Cheyenne: The Complete First Season DVD includes all 15 episodes of the first season along with a newly produced featurette, The Lonely Gunfighter: The Legacy of Cheyenne, narrated by Clint Walker. Click Here for More Details from The Patriot Resource
6/6/06 - Film: Index / Films: General
From the studio that brought audiences Remember The Titans, Glory Road, debuts on DVD and UMDT on June 6. This inspiring, exhilarating film is the true story of legendary basketball coach Don Haskins and his 1966 NCAA championship team, the first all African-American squad to win the national title. The DVD features the Alicia Keys music video "Sweet Music;" never-before-seen deleted scenes; "Legacy Of The Bear" - with commentary by Coach Haskins; "Surviving Practice" featuring NBA all-star Tim Hardaway; extended interviews with former Haskins players; and audio commentaries with superproducer Jerry Bruckheimer and the film's director and writers. Click Here for More Details & Review From The Patriot Resource
6/6/06 - TV Series: Index / TV Series: Comedy Home Improvement, a top-rated and beloved TV series, features Tim Taylor (Tim Allen), the accident-prone host of a television program about tools called "Tool Time." Home Improvement: The Complete Fourth Season DVD includes some of the most hilarious and memorable moments ever as Jill returns to college, Al is named one of Detroit's Most Eligible Bachelors and Wilson goes on his first date in 20 years. Featuring guest appearances by Dave Chappelle, Michelle Williams and Lucy Liu, plus new, never-before-seen bloopers, this collection is an absolute must-own for any Home Improvement fan. Click Here for More Details from The Patriot Resource
5/29/06 - TV Series: Index / TV Series: Action
Get your cowboy boots ready for the The Dukes of Hazzard: The Complete Sixth Season as Bo, Luke and Daisy take on jewel thieves, escaped convicts and Boss Hogg. In the sixth season, which originally aired in 1983, Boss Hogg is out to finally get his revenge on the Duke clan. He bribes Bo and Luke after they miss their probationary hearing and hypnotizes Daisy into thinking she is someone else. Nevertheless, time and again the Duke trio finds out about Boss' schemes, and end up defeating him and his mischievous ways. Click Here for More Details & Video Clips from The Patriot Resource
5/28/06TV Series: Index / TV Series: Drama The Closer, cable television's most watched television series of last year, arrives on The Closer: The Complete First Season DVD just in time for the start of the highly anticipated second season on TNT. The four 4 -disc collector's set features all 13 episodes of the critically acclaimed first season as well as deleted scenes. Deputy Chief Brenda Leigh Johnson (Kyra Sedgwick) is a CIA-trained detective who has been brought from Atlanta to Los Angeles to head up the Priority Murder Squad, a special unit of the LAPD Click Here for More Details & Video Clips from The Patriot Resource
5/28/06 - He lost more battles than he won, faced mutinies among his men, and helped to ignite a war with reckless military decisions. And still to this day, George Washington is the standard by which all other American commanders are held. Find out how George Washington became America's foremost founding father, one battle at a time, in the special The History Channel presentation, Washington The Warrior, airing Monday, May 29th at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT. Click Here for More Details and Review of the Presentation from The Patriot Resource
5/19/06 - He lost more battles than he won, faced mutinies among his men, and helped to ignite a war with reckless military decisions. And still to this day, George Washington is the standard by which all other American commanders are held. Find out how George Washington became America's foremost founding father, one battle at a time, in the special The History Channel presentation, Washington The Warrior, airing Monday, May 29th at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT. Click Here for More Details from The Patriot Resource
5/9/06 - TV Series: Index / TV Series: Drama
Fans can relive the drama as the Bartlett administration enters its last year in the oval office with The West Wing: The Complete Sixth Season DVD. The six-disc collector's set includes all 22 episodes along with never-before-seen footage from the sixth season. C.J. becomes chief of staff, President Bartlet suffers a debilitating attack of multiple sclerosis, and Josh leaves the White House to run Matt Santos' presidential campaign. The season also delves into the behind-the-scenes battle over who will score the Democratic nomination and go up against Republican frontrunner Arnold Vinick for President. Click Here for More Details & Video Clips
5/4/06 - TV Series: Index / TV Series: Comedy Dinosaurs: The Complete First and Second Seasons DVD is now available. Dinosaurs, the critically acclaimed, award-winning series from Michael Jacobs Productions and Jim Henson Productions, is a comedy series set in 60,000,003 B.C., starring the Sinclairs, a hilarious family of very modern dinosaurs. Their comedic antics and continuing family relationships provide a humorous look at our own society today. The show features a talented vocal cast and big-time guest stars, and the four-disc DVD box set boasts exclusive bonus features including a never-before-seen look at the making of Dinosaurs. Click Here for More Details
5/2/06 - History: Index / Nonfiction Book Reviews: American Revolutionary Era
America's popular memory of the Revolutionary War casts New England minutemen facing off against redcoats at Concord Bridge and George Washington's frostbitten soldiers huddled together at Valley Forge, but The Southern Strategy, David K. Wilson's new study challenges the generally accepted notion that the war was fought primarily in the North. Wilson considers the waging of war in the southern colonies during the critical and often overlooked period from 1775 to the spring of 1780. Book Details and Review from PatriotResource.com
4/19/06 - TV Series: Index / TV Series: Animated The Batman: Season 1 DVD features the latest animated series that chronicles the life of a young Bruce Wayne and his alter-ego Batman who lands him in a variety of precarious situations. The newly anointed Caped Crusader of Gotham City confronts updated versions of familiar foes such as The Joker, The Penguin, Catwoman, Mr. Freeze and The Riddler. In this series, the Dark Knight takes his war on crime to the next level utilizing brand new Bat-gadgets and a 21st Century-styled Batmobile operated by his remote-controlled invention the "Batwave." Click Here for More Details from The Patriot Resource
