Sights and sounds abound in this stocking-stuffable array of gifts.
Music sounds better with you
Warner Bros. Records has released several music bundles and gift sets this season, such as the Big Four DVD ( Metallica, Megadeth, Anthrax and Slayer ) , Josh Groban's Illuminations: The Exclusive Fan Edition, Natalie Merchant's Leave Your Sleep, Tegan and Sara: The Official Vinyl Collection and The Danny Elfman & Tim Burton 25th Anniversary Music Box. At least you can't say there's no variety.
Cher and share alike
You've seen the movieso why not get the soundtrack for you and/or friends? The Burlesque soundtrack features music by the film's stars, Cher and Christina Aguilera. This marks Cher's first new original song in seven years as well as her first movie musical. The soundtrack also includes remakes/covers of classic songs such as Etta James' "Something's Got A Hold On Me" and "Tough Lover" and Mae West's "A Guy What Takes His Time," all performed by Christina Aguilera. Among other tunes, Cher belts "You Haven't Seen the Last of Me"which is a pretty safe bet.
Getting deep
What do people believe? ( As the joke goes, I believe I'll have another drink. ) Filmmaker Roger Nygard traveled the globe for four years, exploring the world's philosophies, religions and belief systems, and shooting more than 450 hours of footageand the result is the DVD The Nature of Existence ( $24.95-$29.95 ) .
'Hour' time together
The iconic photographer Herb Ritts is immortalized in The Golden Hour ( $65 ) , which some call the definitive book on his life, complete with never-before-seen images and interviews with his closest confidants. At the time of his death in 2002, Ritts was among the most celebrated photographers in celebrity portraiture, fashion, and music videos. Among those interviewed are Madonna, Cindy Crawford, Elton John, Anna Wintour and Calvin Klein.
Just the 'Facts,' ma'am
Are you missing some Jo, Tootie, Natalie and even Blair? Well, there's a cure for that. The Facts of Life Season Five DVD is now available in a four-set collection from Shout! Factory. Everyone's favorite baby dyke Jo ( Nancy McKeon ) is joined by Charlotte Rae, Lisa Whelchel, Mindy Cohn and Kim Fields in these 24 episodes of the much-loved TV series. Who doesn't need some nostalgia during the holidays, whether you have a great family or not? The DVD set is $39.97.