The Calvin and Hobbes Portable Compendium Set 2
Books 3 & 4 of the paperback collections of Bill Watterson’s timeless comic. The new, portable format (6″ x 9″) allows fans to take the imaginative, mischievous boy and his stuffed tiger BFF on the go — nearly 500 comics presented chronologically from March 1987 to July 1988. The second of seven planned volumes collecting one of the 20th century’s most popular and esteemed strips.
[Andrews McMeel | $22]
Tove Jansson: Life, Art, Words
Delve into the creative life of the famed Finnish-Swedish writer and artist which goes far deeper than her globally beloved Moomins. Author Boel Westlin (translated by Silvester Mazzarella) weaves together a rich life story through conversations with Jansson (1914-2001) and unprecedented access to her journals, letters and personal archives.
[Univ. of Minnesota Press | $30 | April 2024]
Tim Burton: The Iconic Filmmaker and His Work
This new, updated edition of the book from the Iconic Filmmaker series brings fans and film buffs up to Burton’s latest endeavors, including the smash hit Netflix series Wednesday and the start of development on Beetlejuice 2. Explore the influences and behind-the-scenes details behind decades of acclaimed movies, including The Nightmare Before Christmas and Corpse Bride.
[White Lion | $36]
Wish
Includes Sing-Along version! Bonus features: Once Upon a Studio Disney 100th anniversary short ● Wish D-Classified (Easter egg guide) ● 100 Years in the Making: The Story of Wish ● Song Selection ● Deleted Scenes ● Deleted Song ● Outtakes
[Disney | $35 BD, $21 DVD]
Suzume
Bonus features: Roundtable Interview with Makoto Shinkai (director), Yojiro Noda (from OST band Radwimps) & Kazuma Jinnai (composer) ● Director’s Commentary ● Director’s Interview ● Director’s Filmography Recap ● Radwimps Interview ● “Making Of” Documentary ● Ending Scene “Tadaima” Version ● Special Commemoration Videos ● Promos, Teaser & Trailers
[Crunchyroll | $35 BD]
Looney Tunes Collector’s Choice Vol. 3
25 Golden Age Warner Bros. cartoons (1934-1964) on Blu-ray for the first time, including 10 films new to disc. Collection features rarities starring Daffy Duck, Foghorn Leghorn, Tweety & Sylvester, Bobo the Elephant and Quentin Quail; original Bugs Bunny shorts; early appearances by Egghead and Elmer; and the first color Merrie Melodies short, Honeymoon Hotel.
[WB | $22 BD]
The Lost Legends of Redwall
Based on Brian Jacques’ children’s fantasy books which have sold more than 20 million copies worldwide, two new video games from Forthright Ent. and Soma Games are ready to bring players to the forest floor.
The Scout Anthology, available for PC, PS5 and X|S on Steam, is a narrative puzzle-driven action-adventure in three acts following young mouse recruits in Mossflower on a mission to save their home from pirates. For the cute and cozy casual gaming crowd, Feasts & Friends (PC, coming soon) savors the peaceful town of Lilygrove as players forage for ingredients, craft recipes and meet charming characters.
Great Pretender: The Complete Series
Deluxe Edition, 5 discs. Includes: 192-Page Art Book ● 10 Art Cards ● Double-Sided A3 Poster | Bonus features: Spoiler-Filled Exposition Contest with SD Characters ● Freddie Mercury’s “The Great Pretender” Special Music Video ● Textless Opening/Ending ● Teasers & Trailers ● “Someday ft. Emarie” Music Video ● Launch Promo
[Anime Ltd./Shout! Factory | $160 BD]
Rick and Morty: The Complete Seventh Season
[WB | $30 BD, $25 DVD]
