So, I have been browsing the internet for new releases that might be worth purchasing once available and here is what I have come up with. I have not seen any of the films – but am looking forward to it:

The Golden Compass [2007] - DVD Release Date: 28 April 2008
Online Synopsis: This star-packed fantasy adventure follow the exploits of a 12-year-old girl as she attempts to find a kidnapped friend in a world filled with speaking animals, witches, wizards, and more.

No Country For Old Men [2007] - DVD Release Date: 2 Jun 2008

Just in time for Easter I have found a nice theme that resonates with Easter although it has not all that much to do with it – but allows you an “Easterly excuse” for spending the coming weekend in front of your telly:

Do you know what a virtual Easter egg is? Or that some DVD’s have hidden virtual Easter eggs? I have to admit, I did not use to, but now I do… Let me pass on my newly acquired knowledge to you dear reader:

A virtual Easter Egg consists of an intentionally hidden message or feature in either a movie, book, CD, DVD, computer program, or video game.

Director: Jason Reitman
Year: 2007
Cast: Ellen Page, Michael Cera, Jennifer Garner, Jason Bateman, Allison Janney, J.K. Simmons, Olivia Thirlby, Eileen Pedde, Rainn Wilson
Film Review: Juno (2007)

Yesterday finally I visited my local cinema to see Juno, the much hyped about new film sensation. I have to say I did enjoy the film a lot although it is the way it is with hyped up films: You end up expecting so much that it leaves you a little disappointed if that is at all possible.

What it definately makes me feel like is that I want to find that shop where Juno buys her clothes!

Directors: Marc Caro, Jean-Pierre Jeunet
Year: 1995
Cast: Ron Perlman, Daniel Emilfork, Judith Vittet, Dominique Pinon, Jean-Claude Dreyfus, Geneviève Brunet, Odile Mallet, Mireille Mossé, Serge Merlin
Film Review: Cité des enfants perdus, La - The City of Lost Children (1995)

This film is a visual masterpiece with the costumes designed by Jean Paul Gaultier. The plot is very surreal and at times hard to follow but it suits this dark fairytale.

Director: Jonathan Glazer
Year: 2004
Cast: Nicole Kidman, Cameron Bright, Danny Huston, Lauren Bacall, Alison Elliott, Arliss Howard, Michael Desautels, Anne Heche, Peter Stormare
Film Review: Birth (2004)

Anna (Nicole Kidman) has lost her husband who suffered from a heart-attack out jogging. Now, after 10 years she is engaged to be married, when she meets a 10 year old boy who claims to be her dead husband Sean.

So the oscars are over... As you know I published a list of the winners for those of you looking on my website.

I really want to see Juno when it comes out on DVD as I did not make it into the cinema. I need to check what the release dates are for Juno. Did you hear that Diablo Cody wants to get a tattoo of the face of the film's star Ellen Page on her arm? Funny how everyone is suddenly bringing up that Diablo Cody used to be a stripper!

So who were the winners this year? British and European actors and films did incredibly well, but here is a list - a more extensive update on the highlights shortly:

Actor in a Supporting Role:
Javier Bardem
No Country for Old Men

Visual Effects:
The Golden Compass

Animated Feature Film:
Ratatouille

Short Film (live action):
Ratatouille

Short Film (animated):
Peter & the Wolf

Costume Design:
Elizabeth: The Golden Age

MakeUp:
La Vie en Rose

Actress in a Supporting Role:
Tilda Swinton
Michael Clayton

Documentary Short
Freeheld

Documentary Feature:

Are you thinking about what to stick in your DVD drive the coming Thursday?
Have a read of my suggestions:

Watch:

1. Juno (2007)
This is bound to be the cinema Valentine's Day hit this Thursday!
I have not seen it personally, but I cannot wait.
Tagline: A comedy about growing up... and the bumps along the way.
Watch if: You are planning to go to the cinema.

2. When Harry Met Sally... (1989)
Tagline: Can two friends sleep together and still love each other in the morning?
Watch if: You love the 80's and 80's films.

3.Fabuleux destin d'Amélie Poulain, Le (2001)

Director: John Turturro
Year: 2005
Cast: James Gandolfini, Susan Sarandon, Kate Winslet, Steve Buscemi, Bobby Cannavale, Mandy Moore, Aida Turturro, Christopher Walken, Eddie Izzard

Film Review: Romance & Cigarettes (2005)

How can you go wrong with this star-studded cast?
This is a musical tragedy/comedy love story set in the working class world.
Nick (James Gandolfini) is married to Kitty (Susan Sarandon), a dressmaker, a very strong and gentle woman with whom he has three daughters.