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Controversial Classics Collection from Warner on DVD

By James Wray Mar 18, 2005, 12:28 GMT

Warner Home Entertainment are set to release the Controversial Classics Collection on DVD this May, the set includes the likes of "Blackboard Jungle," "Bad Day at Black Rock" and "The Americanization of Emily."

The seven films being released are those that changed attitudes and brought important political and social reforms by tackling controversial topics such as prison injustice, racial tension and homosexuality. WHV's The Controversial Classics Collection includes A Face in the Crowd, Blackboard Jungle, Fury, Bad Day at Black Rock, Advise and Consent, The Americanization of Emily and I am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang.

All seven new-to-DVD titles will be available individually for $19.97 SRP or in a Gift Set for $79.92 SRP.

You can pre-order via Amazon, we have no details regards any UK release as yet. Find out more about each film in our database.



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Controversial Classics Collection

Each film features either a commentary or documentary examining the film's historical context and political impact. Blackboard Jungle Featuring Bill Haley's classic "Rock Around the Clock," Blackboard Jungle is often ...more

  • US Release: 2005-05-10
  • UK Release: TBA

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