Beginning with Space Invaders in 1978, arcade games began to appear everywhere. By 1982, there were 13,000 dedicated arcade locations across North America. It was the Golden Age of Arcade Games, generating $3.2 billion dollars in 1983. By 1985, revenue had fallen 97%. Atari declared bankruptcy. Arcades closed. Most of the old games were convertedContinue reading “The Space Invaders: In Search of Lost Time – 2012”
Tag Archives: 2012
Superbook: Roar! – 2012
Daniel and the lions’ den. Chris is morally challenged, “to do the right thing,” when a smaller boy, Tommy, is harassed by Skateboard Park bully, Barry. SUPERBOOK takes the kids off to an adventure where they meet Daniel and King Darius in the land of Babylon. Through this adventure, Chris learns that no matter howContinue reading “Superbook: Roar! – 2012”
Winged Seduction: Birds of Paradise – 2012
Tim Laman a photographer for National Geographic and ornithologist Ed Scholes have been traveling to some of the most remote jungles the world has to offer in search of observing and photographing all 39 species of tropical bird. This particular group of birds are entitled as the “Birds of Paradise” and can be found inContinue reading “Winged Seduction: Birds of Paradise – 2012”
1812. Ballad of the Uhlans – 2012
The Year is 1812. On the eve of the decisive battle of Borodino, Napoleon’s secret agent steals a Russian battle plan. This fact is known to General Kutuzov (Head of Russian forces), thanks to a young nobleman Alexey Tarusov. Tarusov joint to the the regiment of Russian lancers, and finds new friends like Lieutenant Gorzhevsky,Continue reading “1812. Ballad of the Uhlans – 2012”
Flacas Vacas – 2012
Director : Santiago Svirsky Cast : César Troncoso|Darío Campanals|Mario Aguerre|Monina Bonelli|Verónica Perrotta Genre : Release Date : 7/10/2012 Country : Argentina
The Weekend – 2012
Based on a novel by Bernard Schlink (The Reader), The Weekend follows Jens as he leaves prison 18 years after being arrested as an RAF terrorist in Germany. Back with his family, friends, and ex-comrades, including his former lover Inga, Jens’ unexpected arrival disrupts their lives, forcing them to re-examine the violent idealism of theirContinue reading “The Weekend – 2012”
Amicus: House of Horrors – 2012
For the first time on DVD, the Alpha Archives Collection proudly presents a two part feature length documentary celebrating the history of the Amicus Productions film company. Founded in the early 1960s by Americans Milton Subotsky and Max J. Rosenberg, Amicus produced some classic (now cult) horror movies, including Dr. Terror’s House Of Horrors, TheContinue reading “Amicus: House of Horrors – 2012”
Maximum – 2012
A story of two of Mumbai Police’s top encounter specialists’ fight for control and oneupmanship which goes through a complex maze of politics, land deals, fake encounters and bad money. Director : Cast : Genre : Release Date : 6/28/2012 Country : India
Love Bite – 2012
Four teenaged lads set off to get laid in order to stay alive. However, the boys have to attract the girls first in order to complete their mission. Otherwise, they will be hunted and killed by a vicious Werewolf which only seems interested in Virgins. Director : Andy De Emmony Cast : Daniel Kendrick|Ed Speleers|JessicaContinue reading “Love Bite – 2012”
Deep in the Heart – 2012
An alcoholic man refocuses himself on putting kids through college via 4H and FFA scholarship donations. Guiding him is a spiritual figure he calls “The Bearded Man”. Director : Christopher Cain Cast : D. B. Sweeney|Donny Boaz|Elaine Hendrix|James Haven|Jon Gries|Rheagan Wallace|Val Kilmer Genre : Drama Release Date : 1/1/2012 Country : United States