Planet Terror

Theater audiences weren't all that interested in the double-feature "Grindhouse," crafted by pals Robert Rodriguez and Quentin Tarantino as a tribute to the deranged B-movies they both loved as kids. Following the September DVD release of Tarantino's portion, "Death Proof," comes Rodriguez's half of the "Grindhouse" experiment, the bloody zombie fest "Planet Terror." DVD set, $29.95.

A Mighty Heart

Angelina Jolie and romantic companion Brad Pitt, a producer on the film, found a passion project with this portrait of radio journalist Mariane Pearl, the wife of slain Wall Street Journal reporter Daniel Pearl. Jolie delivers a tremendous, self-effacing performance as her character rallies a diverse circle of loved ones and new friends to try to save Daniel Pearl, who was abducted by terrorists in Pakistan and later beheaded. DVD, $29.99; HD DVD, $39.99.

The Jazz Singer

Eighty years has flown by since Al Jolson told audiences, "You ain't heard nothing yet," ushering in the age of talking pictures. The 1927 film gets grand DVD treatment in a three-disc set featuring restored images and sound. Jolson plays a son at odds with his dad because he chooses the life of a pop singer rather than enter the family trade as a Jewish cantor. DVD set, $39.92.

Treasures III: Social Issues in American Film - 1900-1934

It's not just modern stars and filmmakers who climb onto the soapbox. Hollywood has always worn its political and social heart on its sleeve. This magnificent four-disc set follows two previous collections of vintage cinema from the National Film Preservation Foundation, which gathers another treasure trove of rarities from the early years of moviemaking. Ranging from dark drama to satire, the films take hard looks at issues still at the forefront today, including racism, labor unions, abortion, women's rights, immigration, infectious disease, alcohol, patriotism during wartime and the adjustments disabled veterans must make after returning home. DVD set, $89.99.

TV on DVD:

"Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip: The Complete Series" - DVD set, $59.98.

"Medium: The Third Season" - DVD set, $61.99.

"That '70s Show: Season Seven" - DVD set, $49.98.

"Roseanne: The Complete Ninth Season" - DVD set, $39.97.

"Ironside: Season 2" - DVD set, $44.99.