Atomic Blonde (Rated R): The story of a spy in search of a list of double agents who are being smuggled into the West near the end of the Colw War.
Cars 3 (Rated G): Blindsided by a new generation of blazing-fast racers, the legendary Lightning McQueen is suddenly pushed out of the sport he loves. To get back in the game, he will need the help of an eager young race technician Cruz Ramirez, inspiration from the late Fabulous Hudson Hornet and a few unexpected twists and turns of fate.
Glass Castle (Rated PG-13): Jeanette had a poor but adventurous childhood, raised by her free-spirited father and eccentric artist mother. When her father's behavior becomes erratic, Jeanette must find the courage and determination to carve out a successful life on her own terms despite her dysfunctional upbringing.
Hitman's Bodyguard (Rated R): An elite bodyguard is called upon to guard his mortal enemy--a notorious hitman who is willing to testify against a brutal dictator at the International Criminal Court.
Leap! (Rated PG): An orphan girl dreams of becoming a ballerina and flees her rural Brittany for Paris, where she passes for someone else and accedes to the position of pupil at the Grand Opera House.
Logan Lucky (Rated PG-13): Trying to reverse a family curse, brothers Jimmy and Clyde Logan set out to execute an elaborate robbery during the legendary Coca-Cola 600 race at the Charlotte Motor Speedway.
Patti Cake$ (Rated R): Female rapper Patti Cake$ takes advantage of every opportunity in her New Jersey hometown as she chases her dreams of music stardom.
Served Like a Girl (Not Rated): Five women veterans who have endured unimaginable trauma in service create a shared sisterhood to help the rising number of stranded homeless women veterans by entering into a competition that unexpectedly catalyzes moving events in their own lives to bring them full circle in a quest for healing and hope.
Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets (Rated PG-13): In the 28th century, Valerian and Laureline are a team of special operatives charged with maintaining order throughout the human territories. Under assignment from the Minister of Defense, the two embark on a mission to the astonishing city of Alpha. A mystery is at the center of Alpha, a dark force which threatens the peaceful existence of the city.
Wind River (Rated R): An FBI agent teams up with a town's veteran game tracker to investigate a murder that occurred on a Native American reservation.
Your Name (Rated PG): Mitsuha and Taki are two total strangers living completely different lives. But, when Mitsuha makes a wish to leave her mountain town for the bustling city of Tokyo, they become connected in a bizarre way. She dreams she is a boy living in Tokyo while Taki dreams he is a girl from a rural town he's never been to. What does their newfound connection mean? And how will it bring them together?
Browse the list of DVDs recently added to the Castle Shannon Library's collection. To place a DVD on hold, please call the library at 412.563.4552 or visit our Catalog.
Wednesday, January 3, 2018
Wednesday, November 1, 2017
NEW DVD TITLES FOR OCTOBER
Baby Driver (Rated R): A talented young getaway driver relies on the beat of his personal soundtrack to be the best in the game. But, after being coerced into working for a crime boss, he must face the music when a doomed heist threatens his life, love, and freedom.
The Beguiled (Rated R): At a girls' school in Virginia during the Civil War, where the young women have been sheltered from the outside world, a wounded Union soldier is taken in. Soon, the house is taken over with sexual tensions, rivalries, and an unexpected turn of events.
Girls Trip (Rated R): When four lifelong friends travel to New Orleans for the annual Essence Festival, sisterhoods are rekindled, wild sides are rediscovered, and there is enough dancing, drinking, brawling and romancing to make the Big Easy blush.
The House (Rated R): After Scott and Kate Johansen lose their daughter's college fund, they become desperate to earn it back so you can pursue her dream of attending a university. With the help of their neighbor Frank, they decide to start an illegal casino in his house.
Spider-Man: Homecoming (Rated PG-13): A young Peter Parker, who made his debut in Captain America: Civil War, begins to navigate his newfound identity as the web-slinging super hero. Thrilled by his experience with the Avengers, Peter returns home, where he lives with his Aunt May, under the watchful eye of his new mentor Tony Stark. Peter tries to fall back into his normal daily routine, distracted by thoughts of proving himself.
War for the Planet of the Apes (Rated PG-13): Caesar and his apes are forced into a deadly conflict with an army of humans led by a ruthless Colonel.
TELEVISION SHOWS
American Horror Story Season 6 (Not Rated): Hoping to find a new life in a North Carolina farmhouse, Shelby and Matt Miller flee Los Angeles only to find murder, mayhem, and madness. Contains all ten chapters from season six.
House of Card Season 5 (Not Rated): In the midst of the presidential election, tensions mount in the White House as Frank and Claire continue to navigate their political careers and redefine their relationships, particularly with each other.
Reba Season 5 (Not Rated): Reba is back, and the Hart household is crazier than ever! While Cheyenne and Van struggle to save their rocky marriage, Brock is in danger of losing his home, and Barbra Jean is simply driving the rest of the family insane! And still, with a little tough love and a whole lot of determination, Reba manages to keep her extended brood together, proving that she really is a survivor.
Reba Season 6 (Not Rated): Get ready to join country music superstar Reba McEntire and bid farewell to America's first family of down-home dysfunction in the hilarious and heartfelt final season of Reba. McEntire stars as Reba Hart, a feisty single mother whose family is feeling some major growing pains. Van and Cheyenne are expecting a baby, Kyra wants to drop out of school, and Brock and Barbra Jean's marriage is on the rocks - again. And, as usual, Reba is caught in the middle, doing all she can to keep the peace - and her sanity. All it takes is a little tough love...and a whole lot of heart.
Saving Hope Season 2 (Not Rated): Charlie is awake and he's still seeing spirits. This season, Charlie battles to free himself of his connection to the spirit world, as it threatens to destroy his relationship with Alex, his career, and even his life. Meanwhile, the doctors of Hope Zion Hospital, including new Chief of Staff Dr. Joel Goran, continue to solve medical mysteries, perform heroic surgeries, and navigate complicated - and racy - relationships.
Saving Hope Season 3 (Not Rated): The most romantic season yet. Recovering from her catastrophic injury, Alex forgets her love for Charlie as she fights for her professional life. Charlie is determined to win her back with every tool he has, including those in the spirit world. Joel spirals out of control as he struggles to treat patients on the streets, confronting their demons and his.
Viking Season 4 Volume 2 (Not Rated): Battles, treachery, and power grabs rage on in Vikings Season Four. Ragnar's return to Kattegat following his shameful defeat in Paris escalates tension among his sons. Determined to save what remains of his legacy, Ragnar recruits Ivar for a perilous voyage to England, where he plans to attack the Saxons. Meanwhile, a prophecy that a woman will one day rule Kattegat deepens Aslaug and Lagertha's feud.
The Beguiled (Rated R): At a girls' school in Virginia during the Civil War, where the young women have been sheltered from the outside world, a wounded Union soldier is taken in. Soon, the house is taken over with sexual tensions, rivalries, and an unexpected turn of events.
Girls Trip (Rated R): When four lifelong friends travel to New Orleans for the annual Essence Festival, sisterhoods are rekindled, wild sides are rediscovered, and there is enough dancing, drinking, brawling and romancing to make the Big Easy blush.
The House (Rated R): After Scott and Kate Johansen lose their daughter's college fund, they become desperate to earn it back so you can pursue her dream of attending a university. With the help of their neighbor Frank, they decide to start an illegal casino in his house.
Spider-Man: Homecoming (Rated PG-13): A young Peter Parker, who made his debut in Captain America: Civil War, begins to navigate his newfound identity as the web-slinging super hero. Thrilled by his experience with the Avengers, Peter returns home, where he lives with his Aunt May, under the watchful eye of his new mentor Tony Stark. Peter tries to fall back into his normal daily routine, distracted by thoughts of proving himself.
War for the Planet of the Apes (Rated PG-13): Caesar and his apes are forced into a deadly conflict with an army of humans led by a ruthless Colonel.
TELEVISION SHOWS
American Horror Story Season 6 (Not Rated): Hoping to find a new life in a North Carolina farmhouse, Shelby and Matt Miller flee Los Angeles only to find murder, mayhem, and madness. Contains all ten chapters from season six.
House of Card Season 5 (Not Rated): In the midst of the presidential election, tensions mount in the White House as Frank and Claire continue to navigate their political careers and redefine their relationships, particularly with each other.
Reba Season 5 (Not Rated): Reba is back, and the Hart household is crazier than ever! While Cheyenne and Van struggle to save their rocky marriage, Brock is in danger of losing his home, and Barbra Jean is simply driving the rest of the family insane! And still, with a little tough love and a whole lot of determination, Reba manages to keep her extended brood together, proving that she really is a survivor.
Reba Season 6 (Not Rated): Get ready to join country music superstar Reba McEntire and bid farewell to America's first family of down-home dysfunction in the hilarious and heartfelt final season of Reba. McEntire stars as Reba Hart, a feisty single mother whose family is feeling some major growing pains. Van and Cheyenne are expecting a baby, Kyra wants to drop out of school, and Brock and Barbra Jean's marriage is on the rocks - again. And, as usual, Reba is caught in the middle, doing all she can to keep the peace - and her sanity. All it takes is a little tough love...and a whole lot of heart.
Saving Hope Season 2 (Not Rated): Charlie is awake and he's still seeing spirits. This season, Charlie battles to free himself of his connection to the spirit world, as it threatens to destroy his relationship with Alex, his career, and even his life. Meanwhile, the doctors of Hope Zion Hospital, including new Chief of Staff Dr. Joel Goran, continue to solve medical mysteries, perform heroic surgeries, and navigate complicated - and racy - relationships.
Saving Hope Season 3 (Not Rated): The most romantic season yet. Recovering from her catastrophic injury, Alex forgets her love for Charlie as she fights for her professional life. Charlie is determined to win her back with every tool he has, including those in the spirit world. Joel spirals out of control as he struggles to treat patients on the streets, confronting their demons and his.
Viking Season 4 Volume 2 (Not Rated): Battles, treachery, and power grabs rage on in Vikings Season Four. Ragnar's return to Kattegat following his shameful defeat in Paris escalates tension among his sons. Determined to save what remains of his legacy, Ragnar recruits Ivar for a perilous voyage to England, where he plans to attack the Saxons. Meanwhile, a prophecy that a woman will one day rule Kattegat deepens Aslaug and Lagertha's feud.
Thursday, October 5, 2017
NEW DVD TITLES FOR SEPTEMBER
Absolutely Anything (Rated R): A group of eccentric aliens confer a human being with the power to do absolutely anything, as an experiment.
Big Sick (Rated R): Pakistan-born aspiring comedian Kumail connects with grad student Emily after a standup set. However, what they thought would be just a one-night stand blossoms into the real thing.
Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie (Rated PG): Two overly imaginative pranksters named George and Harold, hypnotize their principal into thinking he's a ridiculously enthusiastic, incredibly dimwitted superhero named Captain Underpants.
Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood: King Daniel for a Day (Rated TV-Y): Daniel is declared 'King for the Day' by King Friday, who sends him on a royal mission to Baker Aker's bakery and Music Man Stan's shop. In this tigertastic DVD, Daniel also helps celebrate Prince Wednesday's birthday, shares a book at the library with O the Owl, and takes care of the class pet!
Megan Leavey (Rated PG-13): Based on the true story of a U.S. Marine and her combat dog during her service in Iraq.
The Mummy (Rated PG-13): Thought safely entombed deep beneath the desert, an ancient princess whose destiny was unjustly taken from her is awakened in our current day. Her malevolence has grown over millennia and with it come terrors that defy human comprehension.
It's Potty Time (Rated TV-Y): Kids can tackle potty training with some of their favorite PBS Kids friends. Come along as Daniel Tiger's friend Prince Wednesday learns how important it is to stop and go potty right away, Peg and Cat show Big Mouth the six steps of going potty, and Buddy and Tiny discover that all creatures poop, even really big dinosaurs!
Rough Night (Rated R): Five friends from college reunite when they rent a beach house in Miami for a wild bachelorette weekend that goes completely off the rails. Just when all hope is lost, they realize there's more to the story than they could've ever imagined.
Wonder Woman (Rated PG-13): After a downed American pilot is rescued by an Amazonian warrior, he tells her of the ongoing conflict of World War I, leading her to leave home to end the conflict while becoming Wonder Woman in the process.
Big Sick (Rated R): Pakistan-born aspiring comedian Kumail connects with grad student Emily after a standup set. However, what they thought would be just a one-night stand blossoms into the real thing.
Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie (Rated PG): Two overly imaginative pranksters named George and Harold, hypnotize their principal into thinking he's a ridiculously enthusiastic, incredibly dimwitted superhero named Captain Underpants.
Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood: King Daniel for a Day (Rated TV-Y): Daniel is declared 'King for the Day' by King Friday, who sends him on a royal mission to Baker Aker's bakery and Music Man Stan's shop. In this tigertastic DVD, Daniel also helps celebrate Prince Wednesday's birthday, shares a book at the library with O the Owl, and takes care of the class pet!
Megan Leavey (Rated PG-13): Based on the true story of a U.S. Marine and her combat dog during her service in Iraq.
The Mummy (Rated PG-13): Thought safely entombed deep beneath the desert, an ancient princess whose destiny was unjustly taken from her is awakened in our current day. Her malevolence has grown over millennia and with it come terrors that defy human comprehension.
It's Potty Time (Rated TV-Y): Kids can tackle potty training with some of their favorite PBS Kids friends. Come along as Daniel Tiger's friend Prince Wednesday learns how important it is to stop and go potty right away, Peg and Cat show Big Mouth the six steps of going potty, and Buddy and Tiny discover that all creatures poop, even really big dinosaurs!
Rough Night (Rated R): Five friends from college reunite when they rent a beach house in Miami for a wild bachelorette weekend that goes completely off the rails. Just when all hope is lost, they realize there's more to the story than they could've ever imagined.
Wonder Woman (Rated PG-13): After a downed American pilot is rescued by an Amazonian warrior, he tells her of the ongoing conflict of World War I, leading her to leave home to end the conflict while becoming Wonder Woman in the process.
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