The Last-Minute Gift Guide

23.12.2008

The Box Set

It's still not too late to go to the local video store to get a time-honored last-minute gift: The box set. Of course, your mileage will vary depending on tastes, but with Blu-ray winning this round of the high-def wars, odds are you'll find plenty of interesting gift box collections of favorite TV shows and movies. Why not get some remastered classics like, say, the of the five films (not 2000's Marky Mark and the Monkey Bunch remake). It's beautifully bundled in an oversized hardcover book with the original movies on Blu-ray discs and a gang of extras. Just keep in mind that not all special editions are created equal. Read up before you buy to ensure that you're not just shelling out top-dollar for a pretty box.

Video Games, 24/7

We've already broken down some of the burning up consoles this holiday season, but what if you can't make it to the mall in time? Not to worry: Did you know that 7-11 stores across the land can give you an extra life? These late-night munchie havens also happen to sell games behind the counter: , World of WarCraft: Wrath of the Liche King, Gears of War 2, Madden NFL -- they won't have every game, but, hey, since you're so late at this point, beggars can't be choosers. So, find a --and maybe grab yourself a gallon-sized drink as a reward for finishing your shopping in time.

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