Russian Grand Ballet: Swan Lake (2017) Rated NR

Ā The Russian Grand Ballet is pleased to present, Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake. This full-length classical production features the rarely seen Waltz of the Black Swans. Music By Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Choreography by Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov. Libretto: Vladimir Begichev, and Vasily Getzer. Starring Constantine Mayorov, Yulia Zakharenko, Denis Chernyak

This production was beautifully done. The dancers were wonderful. I’ve never actually seen the Ballet of Swan Lake, and they took me on the journey. I was able to see the ballet in four acts and by The Russian Grand Ballet who uses students from Moscow, St. Petersburg and Kiev. I couldn’t tell you if they did it perfectly or if there were mistakes in the dancing, but it was a joy to watch. This theatre production is wonderfully done and worth the watch.

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New This Week on DVD, February 17, 2026

 

Ā Nights at Freddy’s 2 (PG-13)

One year since the supernatural nightmare at Freddy Fazbear’s Pizza, the stories about what transpired there have been twisted into a campy local legend, inspiring the town’s first ever Fazfest. With the truth kept from her, Abby sneaks out to reconnect with Freddy, Bonnie, Chica, and Foxy, setting into motion a terrifying series of events that will reveal dark secrets about the real origin of Freddy’s, and unleash a decades-hidden horror. Starring Josh Hutcherson, Piper Rubio, Elizabeth Lail, Matthew Lillard

Predator: Badlands (PG-13)

Cast out from his clan, a young Predator finds an unlikely ally in a damaged android and embarks on a treacherous journey in search of the ultimate adversary. Starring Elle Fanning, Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi, Ravi Narayan



Now You See Me: Now You Don’t (PG-13)

The original Four Horsemen reunite with a new generation of illusionists to take on powerful diamond heiress Veronika Vanderberg, who leads a criminal empire built on money laundering and trafficking. The new and old magicians must overcome their differences to work together on their most ambitious heist yet. Starring Jesse Eisenberg, Dominic Sessa, Ariana Greenblatt

Ā Regretting You (PG-13)

Morgan Grant and her daughter Clara explore what’s left behind after a devastating accident reveals a shocking betrayal and forces them to confront family secrets, redefine love, and rediscover each other. Starring Allison Williams, Mckenna Grace, Dave Franco

Song Sung Blue (PG-13)

Based on a true story, two down-on-their-luck musicians form a joyous Neil Diamond tribute band, proving it’s never too late to find love and follow your dreams. Starring Hugh Jackman, Kate Hudson, Michael Imperioli, Fisher Stevens, Jim Belushi

Rental Family (PG-13)

An American actor in Tokyo struggles to find purpose until he lands an unusual gig: working for a Japanese ‘rental family’ agency, playing stand-in roles for strangers. As he immerses himself in his clients’ worlds, he begins to form genuine bonds that blur the lines between performance and reality. Starring Brendan Fraser, Takehiro Hira, Mari Yamamoto

Sisu: Road to Revenge (2025)

Returning to the house where his family was brutally murdered during the war, “the man who refuses to die” dismantles it, loads it on a truck, and is determined to rebuild it somewhere safe in their honor. When the commander who killed his family comes back hellbent on finishing the job, a relentless, eye-popping cross-country chase ensues. Starring Jorma Tommila, Stephen Lang, Richard Brake

Silent Night, Deadly Night (R)

After witnessing his parents’ brutal murder on Christmas Eve, Billy transforms into a Killer Santa, delivering a yearly spree of calculated, chilling violence. This year, his blood-soaked mission collides with love, as a young woman challenges him to confront his darkness. Starring Rohan Campbell, Ruby Modine, Mark Acheson

Ā Deathstalker (NR)

A powerful swordsman known as Deathstalker recovers a cursed amulet from a corpse-strewn battlefield. Marked by dark magic and hunted by monstrous assassins, he must face the rising evil and break the curse. Starring Daniel Bernhardt, Christina Orjalo, Paul Lazenby

Dexter: Resurrection: The Complete First Season (TV-MA)

Dexter Morgan awakens from a coma to find Harrison gone without a trace. Realizing the weight of what he put his son through, Dexter sets out for New York City, determined to find him and make things right. But closure won’t come easy. When Miami Metro’s Angel Batista arrives with questions, Dexter realizes his past is catching up to him fast. As father and son navigate their own darkness in the city that never sleeps, they soon find themselves deeper than they ever imagined – and that the only way out is together. Starring Michael C. Hall, Uma Thurman, Jack Alcott

The Astronaut (NR)

After returning from her first space mission, astronaut Sam Walker is placed under NASA’s care at a high security house for rehabilitation and medical testing. However, when disturbing occurrences begin happening around the property, she fears that something extraterrestrial has followed her back to Earth. Starring Kate Mara, Laurence Fishburne, Gabriel Luna

Ā The Carpenter’s Son (R)

A remote village in Roman-era Egypt explodes into spiritual warfare when a carpenter, his wife and their child are targeted by supernatural forces. Starring Nicolas Cage, Noah Jupe, FKA twigs

Ā Trap House (R)

An undercover DEA agent and his partner embark on a game of cat and mouse with an audacious, and surprising group of thieves – their own rebellious teenagers, who have begun robbing from a dangerous cartel, using their parents’ tactics and top-secret intel to do it. Starring Dave Bautista, Jack Champion, Sophia Lillis

Ā Wildcat (2025)

An ex-black ops team reunite to pull off a desperate heist in order to save the life of their leader’s eight-year-old daughter. Starring Kate Beckinsale, Lewis Tan, Alice Krige

 

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The Happy Elf (2005) Rated NR

Ā Based on Grammy-winner Harry Connick, Jr.’s song. The story follows one of Santa’s helpers when he decides to bring Christmas joy to a sad little town called Bluesville. Starring Harry Connick Jr., Rob Paulsen, Carol Kane, and Mickey Rooney.

This is a cute story based on a song by Harry Connick Jr. While the song is an upbeat tune about a happy Elf, there is no substance there. It does not really tell a story about the happy Elf; it just gives us an idea of a happy Elf that works with Santa. Then to have it turned into a cartoon story of the same thing, a Happy Elf, it just doesn’t translate well. There isn’t much substance to the story.Ā  It has the redemption angle with Bluesville town needing joy, but it does it in a way that makes the elf go outside the rules. I was not impressed and I don’t think children will enjoy it outside of the soundtrack. Other than that, it’s not worth the watch.Ā 

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Alias Grace (2017) Rated TV-MA

Grace, an Immigrant from Ireland, is convicted of murder by her employer. While going through the trial, she is psychiatrically observed, which brings about new answers.  Starring Sarah Gadon, Edward Holcroft, Rebecca Liddiard, and Zachary Levi.

I wasn’t expecting much from this series. It doesn’t help that it has a slow start, taking you on the journey of Grace’s life. The whole series revolves around whether Grace could have committed the murder. It takes place in a world where women are not considered of importance, especially a woman on the low end of life. This story takes place in a period where a woman is just an object, and they blatantly point this out in every scene. At times, it’s annoying, and while true to history, did the women really discuss how poorly they were treated? A little of both, perhaps. The casting is brilliant; Sarah portrayed Grace, who was truthful, honest, and smart. It’s evident that she was a brilliant woman who was down on her luck. Whether she actually killed is another story. This is a brilliant series and well worth the watch.

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The Beauty (FX) Rated TV-MA

It is based on the comic book, The Beauty, written by Jeremy Haun and Jason A. Hurley. A sexually transmitted treatment, The Beauty, spreads rapidly with deadly side effects. The FBI starts to investigate the history of the drug and the epidemic that follows. Starring
Evan Peters, Anthony Ramos, and Ashton Kutcher.

This series was created by Ryan Murphy, and anyone who is familiar with Murphy understands that he showcases absurd programs. This is no exception. The show revolves around sex and the concept of staying young. There is no base for the plot of the story. Maybe they will come up with something in the end, but there is nothing to carry the story. Murphy uses sex as the conduit, but with nothing of substance to connect it. It’s just perverse. He does bring in multiple guest stars that he hopes will woo the audience. Overall, I find the show pointless. It’s not worth the watch.Ā 

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New This Week in Theaters, February 6, 2026

 

Dracula (2025) DVD Release Date Dracula (NR)
Opens on Friday, February 6
Starring: Caleb Landry Jones, Zoe Bleu Sidel, Christoph Waltz

When a 15th-century prince denounces God after the devastating loss of his wife, he inherits an eternal curse: he becomes Dracula. Condemned to wander the centuries, he defies fate and death itself, guided by a single hope — to be reunited with his lost love.

Solo Mio (2026) DVD Release DateĀ Solo Mio (PG)
Opens on Friday, February 6
Starring: Kevin James, Alyson Hannigan, Kim Coates, Jonathan Roumie

After Matt’s dreams of a picturesque Italian wedding are shattered when his fiancĆ©e leaves him at the altar, he embarks on his planned honeymoon across Italy alone, immersing himself in the country’s vibrant culture, food, and beauty, meeting Gia along the way.

The Strangers: Chapter 3 (2026) DVD Release DateĀ The Strangers: Chapter 3 (NR)
Opens on Friday, February 6
Starring: Madelaine Petsch, Richard Brake, Rachel Shenton

Tethered by a frightening conclusion, Maya and the Strangers are locked on an unavoidable, unforgiving collision course — a showdown that proves they’re far from strangers now.

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New This Week on DVD, February 3, 2026

 

Keeper (R)

Liz and Malcolm escape for a romantic anniversary weekend at a secluded cabin. When Malcolm suddenly returns to the city, Liz finds herself isolated and in the presence of an unspeakable evil that reveals the cabin’s horrifying secrets. Starring Tatiana Maslany, Rossif Sutherland, Birkett Turton

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New This Week in Theaters, January 29, 2026

 

Send Help (2026) DVD Release DateĀ Send Help (NR)
Opens on Friday, January 30
Starring: Rachel McAdams, Dylan O’Brien, Edyll Ismail

Two colleagues become stranded on a deserted island, the only survivors of a plane crash. On the island, they must overcome past grievances and work together to survive, but ultimately, it’s a battle of wills and wits to make it out alive.

Shelter (2026) DVD Release DateĀ Shelter (R)
Opens on Friday, January 30
Starring: Jason Statham, Bodhi Rae Breathnach, Bill Nighy

Mason lives in recluse at a remote setting by the sea. When he chooses to rescue a young girl from drowning in a terrible storm, he unwittingly sets off a chain reaction that soon brings violence his way, forcing him to confront choices from his past.

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New This Week on DVD, January 27, 2026

No New DVDs released this week.

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Dirty Dancing (2017) Rated TV-PG

A retelling of the film from 1987, Dirty Dancing. Starring Abigail Breslin, Colt Prattes, and Sarah Hyland.

This is not the original film. I had hoped it would be more of a cookie cutter version, but I think they tried too hard on making it an updated version of the original. Classics don’t need to be updated; there is a reason we loved the original. This version is overly cheesy and the dancing is basic. While the singing isn’t bad (we all sing along to this soundtrack), it adds to the cheesiness of the film. The modernized story changes the perception of the original story, taking away something special. The acting isn’t as bad; they did what they could with the direction, but this film is not worth the watch.

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