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David Callaway

Nature Strikes Back

Monday, April 20th, 2009 at 10:00 AM
Category: Movies | Tags: , ,

Earth Day is this week, and we hope that you’ll go out and do something nice for the planet on Wednesday, whether it’s replacing standard light bulbs with CFLs, starting a recycling program, planting a tree or something equally laudable.

But if movies have taught us anything, it’s that sometimes nature can be a real jerk. There are literally hundreds of examples (note: “literally” might not be the right word, since I’m too lazy to look it up) from cinema where the environment/nature comes after humans. I’m talking tornados, giant storms, animal attacks, volcanoes, and even huge objects hurtling toward us from space. Seriously — a gargantuan space-rock that leads to the death of Bruce Willis? That’s just messed up, Mother Nature. So please go out and support the Earth this week. But watch your back.

This is what I’m talking about:
The Perfect Storm
Twister
Deep Impact
Armageddon
Jaws
Deep Blue Sea
The Edge
The Birds
Poseidon
The Day After Tomorrow
The Happening
Lake Placid
Deadliest Catch
The Great Outdoors
Dante’s Peak
Volcano
Earthquake

Finales

Wednesday, April 8th, 2009 at 9:23 AM
Category: Television | Tags: , , ,

Having some favorite TV shows to look forward to every week is comforting, like when your mom used to make hot dog octopi for dinner. It becomes such a part of your routine that a season or series finale can really bring you down. It’s nothing earth shattering — we’re not dealing with missiles here — but it is kind of a bummer.

Comforting foodstuffs or odd simile? (photo courtesy of supertouchart.com)

Some recent season/series finales that have made me and others on the Online Content team all frowny-face include Burn Notice, Psych, and of course Battlestar Galactica.

So how do you fill the void? You could learn a new trade, get out there and meet new people, take classes to expand your mind, or volunteer at a local charity. Or you could be like me — avoid any sort of engaging, socially responsible activities, and just find a new TV series to rent on DVD.

Here are some series that are perfect for putting the Seven Stages of Finale Grief behind you (please note that I habitually deal in superlatives, but these really are some of the best shows out there):

It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia
This is the funniest show on TV right now. Ironically, it’s also the one that I miss the most after the finale each year. Sort of like Seinfeld, but the characters have less redeeming qualities.

The Wire
Best show ever!

Mad Men
Just started this, but it’s a good one. Follow the exploits of 60s ad guys as they booze, womanize, and create the modern ad industry. Since my background is in advertising, I especially like it.

Arrested Development
This is the funniest show ever to grace the small screen. For serious.

Psych
Quirky USA show about a fake psychic detective agency. Featuring Dulé Hill from The West Wing!

The West Wing
Speaking of The West Wing, it’s fantastic.

Burn Notice
Another USA show that I really like. Kind of like an updated A Team, only with Bruce Campbell as Face.

30 Rock
Super smart funniness from Tina Fey.

Magnum PI
No explanation necessary.

Hope that helps soothe your television-troubled souls.

Clarification: Blu-ray prices in-store

Wednesday, April 1st, 2009 at 11:17 AM
Category: Uncategorized | Tags: ,

We originally posted yesterday that Blu-ray prices in BLOCKBUSTER stores are the same as standard DVD prices. A little clarification is in order — Blu-ray DVD rentals cost the same as new release DVDs.

There may be some franchise stores (franchises make up about 15% of our stores, nationwide) that charge more for Blu-ray, but none of our corporate-owned stores do. Hope that helps, and sorry for any confusion!

BLOCKBUSTER Online doesn’t charge extra for Blu-ray rentals

Tuesday, March 31st, 2009 at 2:50 PM
Category: Uncategorized

We love Blu-ray movies. With sweet high-def graphics and awesome sound, it’s like treating your eyes and ears to a delicious six-course meal, followed by a massage, followed by a night out at the finest discotheque in town. That’s why we don’t charge more for online Blu-ray rentals.

You can put as many Blu-ray movies in your Queue as you want with no extra fee. And BLOCKBUSTER Total Access customers get to exchange online rentals for in-store Blu-ray rentals at no additional charge!

We have hundreds of Blu-ray titles available. Want the latest releases? We’ve got movies like Quantum of Solace, Twilight and The Dark Knight. Or maybe you prefer to watch older movies that look and sound better than ever. Done — we have titles like Blade Runner, The Boondock Saints and The Wild Bunch.

So go add some Blu-ray movies to your Queue without paying extra. It’s the American way. And don’t forget to set your online Blu-ray preferences so that every time you add a movie to your Queue, we’ll automatically add the Blu-ray version if available.

Check out the BLOCKBUSTER Online Blu-ray list

Set your online Blu-ray preferences

Welcome to the Blockbuster blog!

Monday, March 30th, 2009 at 9:00 AM
Category: Updates

We created this blog to keep you informed about new happenings with Blockbuster Online and the company as a whole, as well as to share musings and news about movies and television shows.

We’ll also feature regular posts from Bob Barr, General Manager of Blockbuster Online, that will discuss developments in the company, provide behind-the-scenes looks at our business, and introduce you to some of the great people that make Blockbuster Online tick.

We’ll be posting a couple of times a week, so make sure to check back regularly. For more frequent updates, please follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/blockbuster_com.

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