Pop Culture is such a large umbrella that covers pretty much anything you can think of. In terms of this guide, I’ll break down what I think are some of the best DVD/Blu-Ray based on television and films that you can get for your loved ones this holiday. Of course these aren’t the only recommendations and if you think of ones that I might of missed, add them to the comments below!

Movies for Kids

Title: The Wizard of Oz (Collector’s Edition)
Rating: PG
Price: $54.49
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The Wizard of OZ Collector’s Edition is one that the whole family can enjoy together. It is amazing what they were able to do with increased resolution. Even if you have seen Wizard of Oz many times, the 70th Anniversary Collection will show you a whole new side to Oz. You’ll see details that you have never seen before. The story of Oz holds up and should be passed on to a new generation of fans.  ~Trina

Title: Up
Rating: PG
Price: $19.99
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Pixar’s Up is hailed as one of the funniest and heartwarming animated movies this year. Carl Fredrickson, a 78 year old balloon salesman, fulfills a dream by tying balloons together and flying to South America. But in leaving, he discovers that an 8 year old boy ended up with him.  ~Trina

Title: The Dark Crystal
Rating: PG
Price: $16.99
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The Dark Crystal was re-released on Blu-Ray in September and has all the good from the Jim Henson movie you remember from the 80′s.  But now, it’s in Blu-Ray.  And it comes with a bunch of new features:  Commentary with Brian Froud, Storyboard Track, The Book of Thra: Dark Crystal Collector, SkekTek’s Crystal Challenge Trivia Game, Original Skeksis Language – Test Scenes with Introduction by Screenwriter David Odell, Deleted Scenes, The World of “The Dark Crystal”, Reflections of the Dark Crystal: “Light on the Path of Creation” andReflections of the Dark Crystal: “Shard of Illusion”.  ~Cherith

Title: Labyrinth
Rating: PG -13
Price: $16.99
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The other great 80s kid movie that was re-released onto Blu-Ray this year was Labyrinth, complete with David Bowie in all of his loveliness.  There’s a bunch of new special features on this disc as well: Making of Documentary: Inside The Labyrinth, Commentary with Brian Froud, Journey through the Labyrinth: “Kingdom of Characters”, Journey through the Labyrinth: “The Quest for Goblin City”, The Storytellers (PiP – Blu Ray Exclusive).  Both The Dark Crystal and Labyrinth on Blu-Ray make a great opportunity to spread some really unique movies with today’s kids.  ~ Cherith

The last movie choice is a tie. I recommend Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince which comes out on Blu-Ray December 8th, but for those that are younger and maybe looking for something a bit less scary, I recommend Tinkerbell and the Lost Treasure, a brand new movie in the Tinkerbell series.

TV on DVD for Adults

Title: Dexter
Rating: Unrated
Price: $35.99
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I just started watching this season of Dexter on Showtime and I fell in love. I’m not sure why it’s taken me so long to watch Dexter, but now I find myself going back to watch old episodes. There are three seasons of watching Michael C. Hall playing the blood splatter expert all while taking care of justice in his own way.  If you hated Lila from season 2 and are wondering if season 3 is worth it? Well, it is. Dexter definitely finds itself back to the quality of the first season. It’s a little frustrating getting only 12 episodes in the season but they pack a lot into that time. ~Trina & RachelZoe
Title: Mad Men Season 2
Rating: Unrated
Price: $27.99
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Madmen is highly acclaimed as one of the best shows on television. The two seasons are available on DVD and Blu-Ray and cover the world of Advertising Agencies. One wouldn’t think advertising is that dramatic but these actors do it well. The scene is set in the 1960′s so there are plenty of discussions about the role of women at the time and true human nature.  ~Trina

Title: Fringe
Rating: Unrated
Price: $47.99
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The first season of Fringe (now in its second season) had everything from plane crashes to chimeras to walking through walls. Fans of Lost will also get a kick out of it, because it’s made by the same guys. A great gift for anyone who misses the X-Files or who loves to look for details.  ~RachelZoe

Title: Dollhouse
Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Price: $39.99
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While the first season of Dollhouse got off to a rocky start, the beauty of buying something on DVD means you can just pick up the show wherever you want. Start with episode 5 and find yourself absorbed in the story. Perfect for any Whedonphile.  ~RachelZoe

Title: Battlestar Galactica (The Complete Series)
Rating: Unrated
Price: $203.49
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Battlestar Galactica Complete Series on Blu-Ray – The COMPLETE series on Blu-Ray! Nothing gets cooler than that. Oh wait, the discs come in a massive Cylon head — that makes it almost a crime to not buy it. With the price tag at $200+ (now), this is one gift that you can give and if you want the giftee to love you forever. ~RachelZoe

Title: True Blood Season 1
Rating: NR
Price: $31.99
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My last tv recommendation is True Blood. This has to be one of the best stories about vampires out today. Sookie Stackhouse is a strong female lead and you can’t help but fall in love with Bill and/or Eric. The television series is different than the book, but I guarantee it will suck you in.  ~Trina

Movies for Adults

Title: Star Trek
Rating: PG -13
Price: $20.99
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I’ll start off the Adult movie section with Star Trek coming out this Tuesday (November 17th). While this isn’t the best movie ever, it is an entertaining re-boot of the classic series. Dubbed by many as “Star Trek 90210″, the cast is made up of a very interesting cast of young stars. Definitely a fun sci-fi action film.  ~Trina
Title: Inglorious Basterds
Rating: R
Price: $19.49
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Inglorious Bastards I saw in the theater. I thought the movie was incredibly well done with Quentin Tarantino taking us to the first year of German occupied France. Brad Pitt plays Lieutenant Aldo Raine who organizes a group of Jewish American soldiers to perform acts of retribution. This is definitely not for the kids as it’s very violent and bloody, but the film, coming to DVD and Blu-Ray on December 15th, delivers on entertainment value.  ~Trina
Title: Watchmen
Rating: R
Price: $16.99
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The Directors Special of the Watchmen is a definite must own for fans of the film. Many say that the Directors cut is the only way the film should be watched. It’s based on the popular graphic novel and the Director’s cut has the following special features:  The Phenomenon: The Comic That Changed Comics – The Original Graphic Novel’s Groundbreaking Impact Real Super Heroes, Real Vigilantes Explores how the Saga’s Characters Are Mirrored in Historical and Contemporary Real-Life Behavior Mechanics: Technologies of a Fantastic World Immerse Yourself in All 11 Watchmen Video Journals My Chemical Romance Desolation Row Music Video Exclusive Features Via BD-Live.  You might also want to check out the Ultimate Cut edition of the movie which weaves in the Black Freighter which was released separately, earlier this year.  ~Trina