As winter approaches, it is time to think about ways to entertain ourselves during the coldest months of the year. Some of you might be interested in outdoor sports like skiing or snowboarding, but I am more concerned with simply staying warm. I will be a spectator for the next few months, and luckily there are a number of awesome DVD movies coming out just in time. Let's have a look at some upcoming releases for November:



Star Wars III – Revenge of the Sith

This is one that we have all been waiting for. If you haven't already seen it, you should be ashamed of yourself. This is the final picture in the Star Wars saga, and the one in which young Skywalker turns to the dark side and becomes Darth Vader. I've already seen this in the theater countless times, but I can't wait to watch it in the comfort of my own home. Starring Hayden Christensen, Natalie Portman, and Ewan MacGregor. Directed by George Lucas.

War of the Worlds

This is an adaptation of the classic H.G. Wells novel. Orson Welles also produced a radio broadcast based upon the novel that drove people to the brink of madness back in the late 1930's. In case you haven't heard, it is about an invading alien force from the far reaches of outer space. This a horror movie packaged as science fiction because it plays on some our greatest collective fears. Starring Tom Cruise, Tim Robbins, Dakota Fanning. Directed by Steven Spielberg.

Madagascar

This is the smash hit children's movie of the season. It follows the exciting adventures of a lion, hippo, giraffe, and zebra as they try to avoid being shipped back to Africa. All the hijinks and heroism you would expect from a group of animated animals can be found in this wonderful release from the makers of Shrek and Shark Tale. Starring the voices of Ben Stiller, Chris Rock, and Jada Pinkett Smith. Directed by Eric Darnell.

The Polar Express

Just in time for Christmas, another entertaining children's movie. This one is about a young boy whose faith in Santa Claus is rewarded with a trip to the North Pole on the Polar Express. Isn't every child's dream to meet Santa Claus? This is a great family movie narrated by Tom Hanks. Starring Eddie Deezen, Nona Gaye, and Charles Fleisher. Directed by Robert Zemeckis.