(THE FOLLOWING LISTING IS FOR REGION 1 DVDS ONLY)

AUDITION (1999) Ventura UPC Code: 634991122221 No. of discs: 1 Amazon.com Prices for New disc as of 12/25/04: $114.99 - $199.95 Comments: Takashi Miike's cult fave is highly sought after and comes in two versions -- it was initially released in a digipak and then in a standard keepcase. The digipak is considered more rare and valuable. This title will be re-released in a new edition later this year.

BACKDRAFT (1991) Universal UPC Code: 025192004124 No. of discs: 1 Amazon.com prices for New disc as of 12/25/04: $14.72 - $59.99 Comments: Currently not fetching high prices, but this is a popular movie and that will send up the price once the supply dries up.

BEAU PERE (1981) Fox Lorber UPC Code: 720917505329 No. of discs: 1 Amazon.com prices for New disc as of 12/25/04: None Available / Used prices: $92.20 - $94.95 Comments: A subpar transfer and English subtitles that go out-of-synch haven't kept this Bertrand Blier movie from being much sought-after on DVD. Supply has dried up and new copies are very difficult to find.

THE BEDROOM WINDOW (1987) Anchor Bay UPC Code: 013131118391 No. of discs: 1 Amazon.com prices for New disc as of 12/25/04: NONE / USED: $45.58 - $79.95 Comments: Before Curtis Hanson hit the big time with L.A. Confidential, he directed this modest but entertaining suspense thriller. This Anchor Bay DVD is hard to find and a worthwhile purchase whether you want to watch it or sell it.

BIG TROUBLE IN LITTLE CHINA (1986) (Special Edition) 20th Century Fox UPC Code: 024543014386 No. of discs: 2 Amazon.com prices for New disc as of 12/25/04: $52.99 - $59.95 Comments: When Fox reissued their 2-disc Special Edition DVDs, this title was conspicuously absent. Not a classic by any means, but this John Carpenter flick has a sizable following.

THE BLUES BROTHERS (1980) (Collector's Edition) Universal UPC Code: 025192046124 No. of discs: 1 Amazon.com Prices for New disc as of 12/23/04: $110 - $139.99 Comments: It's amazing how quickly the price of this DVD has shot up as supply has gone down. But that's what happens when a popular title becomes hard to get. A new copy can easily fetch you over $100.

BREAKING THE WAVES (1996) Artisan UPC Code: 707729100485 No. of discs: 1 Amazon.com prices for New disc as of 12/25/04: $23.85 - $59.99 Comments: Lars Von Trier's critically acclaimed movie is still readily available, but once supply dries up, this will be one of those arthouse flicks that commands a high price.

THE CAR (1977) Anchor Bay UPC Code: 013131086690 No. of discs: 1 Amazon.com prices for New disc as of 12/25/04: $74.94 - $109.99 Comments: This Anchor Bay DVD was always somewhat scarce and has risen in price accordingly. A definite buy if you can find it at regular price.

CARLITO'S WAY (1993) (Collector's Edition) Universal UPC Code: 025192145926 No. of discs: 1 Amazon.com prices for New disc as of 12/25/04: $15.79 - $59.95 Comments: Not a high-in-demand title as of yet, but the film has its following. Still easy to find, but might be wise to grab a copy or two at retail price while it's still cheap.

DAY FOR NIGHT (1973) Warner Home Video UPC Code: 085392407927 No. of discs: 1, Snapper Case Amazon.com prices for New disc as of 12/25/04: $21.44 - $49.95 Comments: One of Francois Truffaut's most popular titles, this one is sure to be in high demand once supply dries up, which could be sooner than later.

THE DEER HUNTER (1978) Universal UPC Code: 025192017728 No. of discs: 1 Amazon.com prices for New disc as of 12/25/04: $39.99 - $99.95 Comments: An Academy Award Winner for Best Picture, which means this title will be worth a pretty penny once stock runs out. For now, it's still pretty easy to locate.

DOUBLE INDEMNITY (1944) Image UPC Code: 014381422221 No. of discs: 1 Amazon.com prices for New disc as of 12/25/04: NONE / Used: $80 Comments: Billy's Wilder's classic noir is crying out for a re-release, but for now this no-frills version is all that's out there.

DUNE (1984) Universal UPC Code: 025192018428 No. of discs: 1 Amazon.com Prices for New disc as of 12/25/04: $12.45 - $64.54 Comments: It's a David Lynch movie, so there will always be a demand for it. Look for prices to rise in the months ahead as buyers find it harder to locate.

FLETCH (1985) Universal UPC Code: 025192028526 No. of discs: 1 Amazon.com prices for New disc as of 12/25/04: $31.99 - $71.99 Comments: A very popular Chevy Chase film. Not likely to be as valuable as The Blues Brothers but currently fetching decent prices.

GHOSTBUSTERS (1984) Columbia/Tri-Star UPC Code: 043396041394 No. of discs: 1 Amazon.com Prices for New disc as of 12/25/04: $28.99 - $59.95 Comments: Rerelease due on August 2, 2005.

GHOSTBUSTERS 2 (1989) Columbia/Tri-Star UPC Code: 043396501690 No. of discs: 1 Amazon.com Prices for New disc as of 12/25/04: $12.99 - $19.95 Comments: Rerelease due on August 2, 2005.

THE HI-LO COUNTRY (1998) Pioneer UPC Code: 044005868722 No. of discs: 1 Amazon.com prices for New disc as of 12/25/04: NONE Comments: Very hard to find in New condition. A used copy in excellent condition is worth at least $35.

THE INCREDIBLE ADVENTURES OF WALLACE AND GROMIT BBC Home Video UPC Code: 794051151025 No. of discs: 1 Amazon Prices for New disc as of 12/25/04: $76.55 - $99.99 Comments: This disc went out of print, was re-released in a new edition, and is now out of print again.

THE LADY IN WHITE (1988) Elite UPC Code: 790594524029 No. of discs: 1 Amazon Prices for New disc as of 12/25/04: $33.95 - $259.95 Comments: Not exactly a horror classic, The Lady in White is quite highly regarded by some and this DVD has become rather hard to find.

MALLRATS (1998) (Collector's Edition) Universal UPC Code: 025192001925 No. of discs: 1 Amazon Prices for New disc as of 12/25/04: $34.93 - $59.69 Comments: Given Kevin Smith's following, this will always be a pretty good investment, hovering around the $40 to $60 range. However, a new edition is expected for release in 2005.

NADJA (1994) Pioneer UPC Code: 013023052796 No. of discs: 1 Amazon Prices for New disc as of 12/25/04: $35 - $142.34 Comments: Nadja has a small but devoted cult following. This DVD is extremely hard to find, so you'd be wise to grab it if you have the chance.

PLUNKETT & MACLEANE (1999) USA Films UPC Code: 044005868524 No. of discs: 1 Amazon Prices for New disc as of 12/25/04: $47.44 - $74.99 Comments: The presence of Liv Tyler ensures that there will always be some interest in this title. Though not likely to ever be a huge seller, it tends to hover in the $40 - $60 range.

THE PORTRAIT OF A LADY (1996) USA Films UPC Code: 044004379724 No. of discs: 1 Amazon Prices for New disc as of 12/25/04: $117.66 - $117.67 Comments: Nicole Kidman in the title role makes this a pretty safe investment considering how difficult it is to find in New condition.

THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW (1975) (25th Anniversary Edition) 20th Century Fox UPC Code: 024543005742 No. of discs: 2 Amazon Prices for New disc as of 12/25/04: $99.99 - $182.35 Comments: Another 2-Disc Special Edition DVD that Fox did not reissue. A huge cult following makes this DVD a highly sought after item.

SWEPT AWAY (1974) Fox Lorber UPC Code: 720917500126 No. of discs: 1 Amazon Prices for New disc as of 12/25/04: $49.99 - $69.95 Comments: Not to be confused with the horrible remake starring Madonna, this Lina Wertmuller movie is much scarcer and much more sought after by collectors.

TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD (1962) (Special Edition) Universal UPC Code: 025192025228 No. of discs: 1 Amazon Prices for New disc as of 12/25/04: $16.72 - $109.99 Comments: A Hollywood classic, which means there will always be a strong demand for this title. A new Special Edition is due for release later this year.

THE UNBEARABLE LIGHTNESS OF BEING (1988) MGM UPC Code: 027616879080 No. of discs: 1 Amazon Prices for New disc as of 12/25/04: NONE / USED: 49.60 - $74.99 Comments: While this version lacks the audio commentary track on the Criterion DVD, the transfer is slightly better. This MGM version is surprisingly scarce and good for at least $50 in new condition.

THE WAR OF THE WORLDS (1953) Paramount UPC Code: 097360530377 No. of discs: 1 Amazon Prices for New disc as of 07/25/05: $147.95 Comments: This is a highly sought after DVD since the release of the Spielberg/Cruise remake. A new edition is scheduled for release later this year.

WOMEN ON THE VERGE OF A NERVOUS BREAKDOWN (1988) MGM/UA UPC Code: 027616860439 No. of discs: 1 Amazon Prices for New disc as of 12/25/04: $79.91 - $99.95 Comments: One of Pedro Almodovar's biggest crossover hits, this remains a popular and hard-to-find title.