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Universal Horror Classics On Sale!

No zombies, unless you counted the re-animated corpse of Frankenstein or the walking dead of The Mummy, but this new deal is simply too good for any horror aficionado to pass up - the Universal Classic Monsters: The Essential Collection on Blu-ray is currently on sale for just $79.99 at Amazon. This is a 50% savings off the full list price and still represents a significant savings - $50 off - of their usual discount price.

This set features digitally versions of eight horror classic from Universal Studios - Dracula, Frankenstein, The Mummy, The Invisible Man, The Bride of Frankenstein, The Wolf Man, Phantom of the Opera and Creature From the Black Lagoon.

"From the era of silent movies through present day, Universal Pictures has been regarded as the home of the monsters. Universal Classic Monsters: The Essential Collection showcases 8 of the most iconic monsters in motion picture history including Dracula, Frankenstein, The Mummy, The Invisible Man, The Bride of Frankenstein, The Wolf Man, Phantom of the Opera and Creature From the Black Lagoon. Starring Bela Lugosi, Boris Karloff, Lon Chaney, Jr., Claude Rains and Elsa Lanchester in the roles that they made famous, these original films set the standard for a new horror genre with revolutionary makeup, mood-altering cinematography and groundbreaking special effects. Featuring over 12 hours of revealing bonus features plus an exclusive collectible book, each film has been digitally restored from high resolution film elements for the ultimate classic monster experience."

Universal Classic Monsters: The Essential Collection on Blu-ray is on sale this week only so we strongly recommend that, if you were planning on getting this set eventually, do it now at this price while you can.



New On Blu: Frankenweenie

New this week from Disney, Frankenweenie, directed by Tim Burton and starring Charlie Tahan, Winina Ryder, Martin Short, Catherine O'Hara and Martin Landau.

"Unleash all the thrills as Frankenweenie sparks to life, leaping off the screen right into your living room in thrilling Blu-ray 3D - the absolute best you can get at home.

From Disney and creative genius Tim Burton (Alice In Wonderland, The Nightmare Before Christmas) comes the hilarious and offbeat, Frankenweenie, a heartwarming tale about a boy and his dog. After unexpectedly losing his beloved dog Sparky, young Victor harnesses the power of science to bring his best friend back to life - with just a few minor adjustments. He tries to hide his home-sewn creation, but when Sparky gets out, Victor's fellow students, teachers and the entire town learn that getting a new "leash on life" can be monstrous. Complete with electrifying bonus features, Frankenweenie is alive with enchanting fun for the whole family in eye-popping Blu-ray 3D!"

Frankenweenie is available now on Blu-ray 3D, Blu-ray, DVD and iTunes.

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