New on DVD: Dec. 9, 2008

Horton Hears a Who. Dr. Seuss’s classic 1954 book comes to life, with Steve Carell and Jim Carrey just a few of the actors offering voice talent. [Gecko Review] [Official Site]

The Dark Knight. Heath Ledger just got a Golden Globe nod for his turn as “The Joker.” The best Batman flick so far. [Gecko Review] [Official Site]

I Am Legend: Ultimate Collector’s Edition. Wow, this awesome DVD set includes tons of extras. Read more here, and check out the bonus features after the jump…

Available in Blu-ray and DVD. DVD set includes:

• 3-Disc Special Edition DVD
• Exclusive 44-Page Concept Sketch Book
• 10 Concept Illustrations
• 6 Art Cards Showing International Cities Devastated by the Plague Virus
• Collectible Lenticular
• Letter from the Director
• New Movie Commentary by Director Francis Lawrence and
Screenwriter/Producer Akiva Goldsman
• Deleted Scenes with Commentary
• Alternate Version of the Film with a Controversial Ending
• Creating “I Am Legend” Minidocumentary Gallery
• Cautionary Tale: The Science of “I Am Legend”
• 4 Awesome Animated Comics (4 Animated Comics Not Rated and May Contain Material Unsuitable for Minors)
• 2 Live-Action Shorts Directed by Jada Pinkett Smith
• Will Smith Rehearsal Footage of Alternate Ending
• Previsualizations of Key Special Effects Sequences
• Visual Effects Featurette
• Digital Copy of Theatrical Version

Images: Horton Hears a Who, 20th Century-Fox Film Corp., 2008; I Am Legend, Warner Bros., 2008