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GROOVIE GOOLIES — THE SATURDAY "MOURNING" COLLECTION DVD SET
Released by BCI Eclipse / Ink & Paint
In Stores October 24, 2006.
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Groovie Goolies — The Saturday "Mourning" Collection includes special features produced by Wally Wingert, Reed O. Kaplan and Andy Mangels:
• "Goolians"—brand new, 45 minute "docu-comedy" created by producer and voice over artist Wally Wingert (Family Guy, Invader Zim) and Daniel Roebuck (Lost, The Fugitive), featuring interviews with Alice Cooper, Forrest J. Ackerman, Ron Chaney, Lous Scheimer, Oscar winning make-up artist Bill Corso, "Goolie" head writer Jack Mendelsohn, and more. Includes new original rock song "True Blue Goolian," and a music video with the Sacramento punk band "The Groovie Ghoulies."
• Audio commentary tracks for two episodes, featuring producer Lou Scheimer, "Goolie" head writer Jack Mendelsohn, Filmation historian Darrell McNeil, and Hollywood monster expert Bob Burns. Hosted by Wally Wingert
• Image gallery featuring original model sheets, animation cels, storyboards, backgrounds and PSAs
• "Goolie-Get-Together Sing-a-Long"
• Candid story from producer Lou Scheimer about "The Creation of Filmation"
• Trivia and episode guide
• DVD-ROM extras, including scripts and the original Series Bible for "The Kookie Spookies"
REVIEWS
"Filmation Studios has had a long and glorious history in animation, but if you have to select the most visually impressive, historically underrated jewel in their crown, it’s The Groovie Goolies; with this release, here’s hoping it gets the appreciation it so richly deserves…You have to give the producers of this set credit for trying to do something a little different with the standard retrospective documentary..."
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"No self-respecting ghoul - groovy or otherwise - will allow Halloween to arrive BEFORE glomming onto this... EASILY the greatest DVD package to grace the 2006 Samhainiacal season...."
Read the rest of the review from HorrorwoodBabbleOn
"These re-monstered gems make for a great DVD collection, in large part due to the fantastic bonus material provided...But the absolute best special feature is something of a first in DVD releases: A mockumentary -- or docu-comedy, as they call it -- titled "Goolians"...An absolute must have for fans of the show, and a great set to introduce to a new generation of Goolians just waiting to be hatched, stitched together, or conjured up. This series has really held up well. Grade A."
Read the rest of the review from The Trades
"All in all, an all time American animated classic has arrived on DVD and especially if you have never seen The Groovie Goolies, this is a must-see and must have... Extras are once again many. Overall grade B-."
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"It’s hard to be too hard on the series. Many watchers of the early 70s are hardcore fans today (among them Alice Cooper and Bill Corso). Believe me when I say there really, really was an awful lot worse coming out at that time."
Read the rest of the review from Newsarama
"Ink & Paint have brought another long lost classic animated series to DVD...This show was long before my time but it seemed enjoyable when I viewed the DVD and fans of the show who remember it should be pleased with the DVD release."
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"This show looks terrific...These extras are a treasure trove of information for fans of the series...Filled with goofy humor, silly shenanigans, and fun extras, this set is sure to tickle your funny bone."
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FINAL PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 11th, 2006
ONE OF THE GROOVIEST CARTOONS FROM THE '70S COMES TO DVD AS NAVARRE CORPORATION'S BCI INTRODUCES
"GROOVIE GOOLIES"
The Saturday "Mourning" Collection
Available October 24th For $29.98
Los Angeles, CA (September 11, 2006) – They were the grooviest, most eclectic array of animated monsters ever to hit the small screen in the early '70s. Now, thanks to BCI, a wholly owned subsidiary of Navarre Corporation, the latest series from the Filmation catalog will be available on DVD with the release of "Groovie Goolies." The series, which aired in 1971, will be released on October 24th under BCI's Ink & Paint brand, and from media company and underlying rights owner, Entertainment Rights Plc ("ER"), at a suggested retail price of $29.98.
"As evidenced by our previously announced lineup, Filmation released some of the most memorable animated series ever to hit television in the '70s and '80s," said Jeff Hayne, Director of Acquisitions, BCI. "The Groovie Goolies were one of the most unique casts of characters on Saturday mornings, and we're glad to offer this series not only to those of us that remember it on television, but to a whole new generation."
"Groovie Goolies" features a cast of legendary monsters who get themselves in all sorts of wacky predicaments, as they joke, dance and sing their way through each episode. The hyper-colorful series stars the residents of Horrible Hall; Frankie, Wolfie, Drac, Mummy, Hagatha, Bella LaGhostley, Boneapart and a wealth of other animated tributes to classic monster movie icons. In each episode, the Goolies offer an abundance of goofy gags in "Weird Window Time," a segment reminiscent of the classic "Laugh-In" series. Each episode ends with an original Groovie Goolies rock song presented in the form of a wildly animated music video. This show inspired many famous "Goolians" including Rob Zombie, Alice Cooper, and wealth of Hollywood's top award winning costumers, writers and make-up artists.
Special features include:
• "Goolians"—brand new, 45 minute "docu-comedy" created by producer and voice over artist Wally Wingert (Family Guy, Invader Zim) and Daniel Roebuck (Lost, The Fugitive), featuring interviews with Alice Cooper, Forrest J. Ackerman, Ron Chaney, Lous Scheimer, Oscar winning make-up artist Bill Corso, "Goolie" head writer Jack Mendelsohn, and more. Includes new original rock song "True Blue Goolian," and a music video with the Sacramento punk band "The Groovie Ghoulies."
• Audio commentary tracks for two episodes, featuring producer Lou Scheimer, "Goolie" head writer Jack Mendelsohn, Filmation historian Darrell McNeil, and Hollywood monster expert Bob Burns. Hosted by Wally Wingert
• Image gallery featuring original model sheets, animation cels, storyboards, backgrounds and PSAs
• "Goolie-Get-Together Sing-a-Long"
• Candid story from producer Lou Scheimer about "The Creation of Filmation"
• Trivia and episode guide
• DVD-ROM extras, including scripts and the original Series Bible for "The Kookie Spookies"
About BCI
BCI, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Navarre Corporation, is an independent entertainment video and audio supplier. BCI has continually redefined the standards and concepts of this industry, often introducing national success categories through its marketing programs. Its vast collection of titles represents both exclusively licensed titles from around the world, as well as in-house produced CDs and DVDs. Under its Ink & Paint brand, it releases classic animation on award-winning DVD sets. www.InkAndPaintDVD.com.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 13th, 2006
ONE OF THE GROOVIEST CARTOONS FROM THE ‘70S COMES TO DVD AS NAVARRE CORPORATION’S BCI INTRODUCES
“GROOVIE GOOLIES”
The Saturday "Mourning" Collection
Available October 24th For $29.98
Los Angeles, CA – They were the grooviest, most eclectic array of animated monsters ever to hit the small screen in the early ‘70s. Now, thanks to BCI, a wholly owned subsidiary of Navarre Corporation, the latest series from the Filmation catalog will be available on DVD with the release of “Groovie Goolies.” The series, which aired in 1971, will be released on October 24th under BCI’s Ink & Paint brand, and from media company and underlying rights owner, Entertainment Rights Plc (“ER”), at a suggested retail price of $29.98.
“As evidenced by our previously announced lineup, Filmation released some of the most memorable animated series ever to hit television in the ‘70s and ‘80s,” said Jeff Hayne, Director of Acquisitions, BCI. “The Groovie Goolies were one of the most unique casts of characters on Saturday mornings, and we’re glad to offer this series not only to those of us that remember it on television, but to a whole new generation.”
“Groovie Goolies” features a cast of legendary monsters who get themselves in all sorts of wacky predicaments, as they joke, dance and sing their way through each episode. The hyper-colorful series stars the residents of Horrible Hall; Frankie, Wolfie, Drac, Mummy, Hagatha, Bella LaGhostley, Boneapart and a wealth of other animated tributes to classic monster movie icons. In each episode, the Goolies offer an abundance of goofy gags in “Weird Window Time,” a segment reminiscent of the classic “Laugh-In” series. Each episode ends with an original Groovie Goolies rock song presented in the form of a wildly animated music video. This show inspired many famous “Goolians” including Rob Zombie, Alice Cooper, and wealth of Hollywood’s top award winning costumers, writers and make-up artists.
Special features include“The Definitive Groovie Goolies Docu-Comedy,” produced by horror aficionados Wally Wingert and Dan Roebuck.
Under its Ink & Paint brand, BCI has to date released the following titles from the classic Filmation library:
The Best of He-Man and the Masters of the Universe®
[2005 TV DVD Award for Best 1980’s Series release]
He-Man and the Masters of the Universe® Season One Volumes I & II
He-Man and the Masters of the Universe® Season Two Volume I & II
The Best of She-Ra, Princess of Power®
He-Man and She-Ra: A Christmas Special
Prince Valiant
Flash Gordon
Space Sentinels & The Freedom Force — The Complete Series
Blackstar — The Complete Series
And now:
Groovie Goolies — The Saturday "Mourning" Collection
About BCI
BCI, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Navarre Corporation, is an independent entertainment video and audio supplier. BCI has continually redefined the standards and concepts of this industry, often introducing national success categories through its marketing programs. Its vast collection of titles represents both exclusively licensed titles from around the world, as well as in-house produced CDs and DVDs. Under its Ink & Paint brand, it releases classic animation on award-winning DVD sets. www.InkAndPaintDVD.com.
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HE-MAN AND THE MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE:
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Two new half-hour+ documentaries directed and scripted by Andy Mangels!
Released October 18, 2005.
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HE-MAN AND SHE-RA
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Two new half-hour+ documentaries directed and scripted by Andy Mangels!
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Two new half-hour+ documentaries directed and scripted by Andy Mangels!
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Two new half-hour+ documentaries directed and scripted by Andy Mangels, plus commentary tracks hosted by him!
In Stores June 6, 2006.
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THE LEGEND OF PRINCE VALIANT: THE COMPLETE SERIES, VOLUME 1
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Featuring interviews and commentary tracks directed and hosted by Andy Mangels!
In Stores July 4, 2006.
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"SECRET OF THE SWORD"
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In Stores July 18, 2006.
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FLASH GORDON — THE COMPLETE SERIES
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Featuring a new documentary directed and scripted by Andy Mangels, as well as commentary tracks hosted by him!
In Stores July 18, 2006.
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SPACE SENTINELS & FREEDOM FORCE — THE COMPLETE SERIES
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Featuring interviews and documentary directed and hosted by Andy Mangels!
In Stores August 22, 2006.
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BLACKSTAR — THE COMPLETE SERIES
COLLECTOR'S EDITION DVD SET
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Featuring interviews, documentary, and commentary tracks directed and hosted by Andy Mangels!
In Stores August 22, 2006.
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HE-MAN AND THE MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE:
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Two new half-hour+ documentaries directed and scripted by Andy Mangels, plus commentary tracks hosted by him!
In Stores September 19, 2006.
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DEFENDERS OF THE EARTH: VOLUME ONE BOXED DVD SET
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Featuring interviews and commentary tracks directed and hosted by Andy Mangels!
In Stores October 10, 2006.
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GROOVIE GOOLIES: SATURDAY "MOURNING" COLLECTION BOXED DVD SET
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includes Special Features co-produced by Andy Mangels!
In Stores October 24, 2006.
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In Stores October 24, 2006.
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ARK II — THE COMPLETE SERIES
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In Stores November 7, 2006.
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