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# By Randy Williams Newdvdreleases
- URL: https://www.smdp.com/b-y-r-a-n-d-y-w-i-l-l-i-a-m-s-newdvdreleases-20080620/
- Published: 2008-06-20T15:00:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-10-25T00:16:55.000Z
- Author: Guest Author
- Tags: Opinion, Santa Monica, #archive-import

To paraphrase the tagline of the most recent installment, heroes never die, they just reload … and reload … and reload. For fans of Sylvester Stallone’s action icon John Rambo, a haunted survivor of an elite squad during Vietnam, this is the ultimate package. Beginning with 1982’s “First Blood” to the new theatrical version “Rambo,” all four films are included here but that is only the first cut. There is a complete arsenal of special features covering just about any holes imaginable. The 6-disc set includes a “Rambo” special edition that is a digital copy compatible with iTunes and Windows plus over 20 bonus features. (Lionsgate) One of the greatest performers in Hollywood history, the physical comedy genius is on full display in the three-disc package that includes numerous shorts such as “The Electric House” and “The Boat” as well as classic pictures, “Steamboat Bill Jr.” and “The General.” With bonus features there is over 11 hours of the silent film superstar. (St. Clair) Da Vinci’s Inquest: Season One In the vein of CSI and Law & Order, Nicholas Campbell stars as crusading coroner Dominic Da Vinci who along with cops, forensic specialists and medical experts, probe the back alleys and bedroom communities of Vancouver to shine a light on the shadowy means and motives for murder. Well-written, the series also takes great advantage of the location, showing that British Columbian city’s beauty and dark underbelly with dexterity. There are 13 episodes on four discs including behind-the-scenes clips. (Acorn Media) Human Body: Pushing the Limits Incorporating the latest CGI tools and camerawork, this groundbreaking series portrays the human body unseen before. The two-disc offering presents ourselves in vivid detail via people around the world who have pushed their bodies to the max. Under the topics of sight, strength, sensation and brain power, we get a rare and special look at our body’s inner and outer workings. Here is an eye-opening look at the power, poetry, fragility, and resilience of the human anatomy.(Discovery) ER: The Complete Ninth Season Speaking of pressure on bodies, this multi-Emmy winning drama created by best-selling author Michael Crichton explores the turmoil of Chicago’s public hospital emergency room and the lives of those doctors, nurses and technicians behind the split-second decision that often determine life or death. Season nine opens with staff members of County General Hospital confined to the ER and under lockdown for two weeks and the drama builds from there. All 22 episodes come on six discs including a gag reel and deleted scenes. (Warner Bros.) Rescue Me: Complete Fourth Season The edgy FX network drama starring Denis Leary centers on the inner workings of a New York City firehouse and the personal and emotional battles of its members in a post-9/11 world. Thirteen episodes on four discs include storylines involving the fate of beloved but ill chief Jerry Reilly and the public humiliation the firehouse suffers after a botched rescue attempt. Guest stars include Gina Gershon and Susan Sarandon. Blooper reels, deleted scenes are part of a firehouse full of extras. (Sony) Australia One of the most sparsely populated and rugged landscapes on earth, the land Down Under is enormously popular as a vacation destination. This travelogue is full of surprises and explores the people and sights of this magnificent ancient land. Between the two youthful and daring guides Ian Wright and Megan McCormick you will see Australia from a hang glider, hitch a ride across the legendary Outback and of course dive in the Great Barrier Reef as well as visit the cities of Melbourne, Sydney and Darwin among several others. (Globetrekkertv.com) Film and television author RANDY WILLIAMS reviews the latest movies, television shows, documentaries and music programs now available for purchase online or at your local retail store. He

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*Originally published in the Santa Monica Daily Press print edition on June 20, 2008.* [Read the original PDF.](https://s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/smdp%5Fbackissues/062008.pdf?ref=smdp.com)