Book Review: The Complete Peanuts 1989-1990: Wait — Charlie Brown Gets a Girlfriend?
By generaljabbo |
Schulz’s brand off offbeat, absurd, heartfelt observational humor is a joy to read, both then and now, and he remains sorely missed.
Book Review: The Complete Peanuts 1987-1988: A Lovingly Curated Collection of Charles M. Schulz’ Brilliant Strips
By generaljabbo |
A must-read for fans of the characters or of the genre.
Have You Got It Yet? The Story of Syd Barrett and Pink Floyd Movie Review: A Look at the Life of Pink Floyd’s Founder
By generaljabbo |
A fascinating picture of a musician whose star shone brightly, if only for a little bit.
Shazam! Fury of the Gods Blu-ray Review: A Family-Friendly Return of the “Shazamily”
By generaljabbo |
Like the first film, it has plenty of charming moments.
Comic Book Review: G.I. Joe – A Real American Hero #299: The Penultimate Issue at IDW Sets up an Exciting Finale
By generaljabbo |
Dr. Mindbender has one final surprise — and it’s a big one.
Book Review: G.I. Joe – A Real American Hero: Saturday Morning Adventures: The TV Show Comes to Life in This Fun Miniseries
By generaljabbo |
A love letter to the original show and longtime fans will find a lot to like about this story.
Book Review: G.I. Joe – A Real American Hero 40th Anniversary Special by Larry Hama
By generaljabbo |
Forty years later, the Joes are as relevant and popular as ever.
House of Gucci Blu-ray Review: A Tale of Greed, Ego, and Betrayal
By generaljabbo |
House of Gucci struggles to determine whether it should be camp or serious and in the end ends up being a little of both.
Apocalypse ’45 Blu-ray Review: A Brutal Look at the Harsh Realities of the War with Japan During World War II
By generaljabbo |
The documentary is very well done and well worth viewing.
The Transformers – The Movie 35th Anniversary Limited Edition Steelbook Review: Still More Than Meets the Eye
By generaljabbo |
Arguably, still the best Transformers movie ever.
Lynyrd Skynyrd: Live at Knebworth ’76 DVD Review: A Day the Giants of Southern Rock Held Their Own Against the Stones
By generaljabbo |
They may not have been the headliner, but you wouldn’t know it from the crowd response.
Zappa Movie Review: A Compelling Look at One of History’s Most Intriguing Musicians
By generaljabbo |
Alex Winter delivers a fine documentary about a musical enigma with Zappa.
The Vinyl Revival DVD Review: A Loving Look at the Resurgence of Vinyl Records
By generaljabbo |
Pip Piper takes a look at vinyl’s unlikely comeback.
Joker Blu-ray Review: A Gritty Origin Story for Batman’s Most Iconic Villain
By generaljabbo |
Joaquin Phoenix delivers a strong performance as the Clown Prince of Crime.
Book Review: Superman: The Golden Age Dailies 1947-1949 by Alvin Schwartz, Wayne Boring, et al.
By generaljabbo |
A fine collection of post-war Superman dailies where the Man of Steel finds a series of problems more domestic in nature.
Sinatra in Palm Springs: The Place He Called Home Blu-ray Review: A Look at the Love Affair Between the Singer and the City
By generaljabbo |
The documentary is worth watching for sure.
The Public Image Is Rotten Movie Review: A Fine Introduction to John Lydon’s post-Sex Pistols Career
By generaljabbo |
Not surprisingly, the documentary spends a lot of time focusing on this original period of the band when it produced its most influential and challenging work.
Book Review: Superman: The Golden Age Newspaper Dailies (1944-1947)
By generaljabbo |
The latest volume of Superman dailies tackles the end of World War II and beyond.
Book Review: Al Capp’s Li’l Abner, Volume Nine: Complete Sundays and Dailies 1951-1952
By generaljabbo |
Li’l Abner and Daisy Mae tie the knot in this latest volume of Li’l Abner comic strips.
Chris Claremont’s X-Men Movie Review: A Look at the Man Who Single-handedly Reinvented the X-Men Franchise
By generaljabbo |
Chris Claremont looks back at his remarkable career writing the X-Men.
Book Review: Superman: The Atomic Age Sundays, Volume 3 (1956-1959): A Wonderful Time Capsule for Fans of the Man of Steel
By generaljabbo |
Thirteen classic Superman tales, all collected in one volume.
Arrow: The Complete Fifth Season Blu-ray Review: A Period of Uncertainty Awaits Team Arrow
By generaljabbo |
Well worth checking out for DC Comics fans.
Star Wars: Rebels: The Complete Season Three Blu-ray Review: An Excellent New Chapter in a Galaxy Far, Far Away
By generaljabbo |
This season brings new characters to life while adding new dimensions to old favorites.
Gotham (2014): The Complete Third Season Blu-ray Review: A Look at the Dark Underbelly of One of the Comic World’s Most Famous Cities
By generaljabbo |
Gotham’s characters get one step closer to their comic-book versions.
With Great Power…The Stan Lee Story DVD Review: A Look at This Legendary Comic Creator
By generaljabbo |
With Great Power tells the story of Marvel Comics’ biggest name.
Arrow: The Complete Fourth Season Blu-ray Review: Darkness Consumes Several Characters as Loyalties are Tested
By generaljabbo |
Arrow’s fourth season pushes several characters to their limits.
DC’s Legends of Tomorrow: The Complete First Season Blu-ray Review: Brings the Fun Back to Comic Book-related Shows
By generaljabbo |
It ties in well to the Arrowverse and may be the best comic-book show on TV right now.
Mudcrutch: 2 Album Review: Tom Petty Returns to His pre-Heartbreakers Band with Great Results
By generaljabbo |
The long-awaited sophomore release from Mudcrutch doesn’t disappoint.
Book Review: Batman V Superman — Dawn of Justice: The Art of the Film by Peter Aperlo
By generaljabbo |
A highly detailed look at the art of this superhero blockbuster.
Book Review: Batman V Superman — Dawn of Justice: Tech Manual by Adam Newell and Sharon Gosling
By generaljabbo |
This new book details the technology in the film belonging to Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman.
Book Review: The Blacklist: Elizabeth Keen’s Dossier by Tara Bennett and Paul Terry
By generaljabbo |
A deeper look at the colorful characters of The Blacklist.
Arrow: The Complete Third Season Blu-ray Review: An Exciting Ride for Starling City’s Most Famous Archer
By generaljabbo |
Oliver Queen makes some tough choices in the excellent third season of Arrow.
The Big Bang Theory: The Complete Eighth Season Blu-ray Review: Still Funny After All These Years (and Changes)
By generaljabbo |
Eight seasons in, The Big Bang Theory keeps the laughs while allowing for character growth.
Music from Love & Mercy Album Review: An Auditory Journey into the Mind of a Troubled Genius
By generaljabbo |
The soundtrack reveals the good and bad in the life of Brian Wilson.
Monkey Warriors DVD Review: A Fascinating Look at How Monkeys Have Adapted to City Life
By generaljabbo |
BBC Earth takes a look at the lives of monkeys forced to live in the city.
Star Wars: The Clone Wars: The Lost Missions Blu-ray Review: An Excellent Ending to a Strong Series
By generaljabbo |
The final season for the animated Clone Wars series makes its way to Blu-ray.
The Who: Quadrophenia – Live in London Blu-ray Review: A Stunning Audio and Visual Presentation
By generaljabbo |
A brilliant performance of one of the band’s best-loved pieces.
Earth Flight: The Complete Series Blu-ray Review: A Bird’s-eye View of Life on the Wing
By generaljabbo |
A fantastic view of the life of birds from their perspective.
Elton John: Goodbye Yellow Brick Road (40th Anniversary Super Deluxe Edition) Review: A Classic Album Worthy of the Treatment
By generaljabbo |
A must-own collection for any Elton John fan.
Elvis Presley: Recorded Live on Stage in Memphis Legacy Edition Review: The King’s Homecoming Concert in Its Entirety
By generaljabbo |
The latest Elvis Presley Legacy Edition release includes two complete concerts from 1974.
100 Years Of Wrigley Field DVD Review: A Century of Baseball on Chicago’s North Side
By generaljabbo |
A loving look at this classic ballpark.
Pride and Perseverance: The Story of the Negro Leagues DVD Review: Best Told by the Players Who Lived It
By generaljabbo |
A worthy addition to any baseball fan’s collection.
Snow Babies DVD Review: A Look at the Challenges Baby Animals Face in Life’s First Year
By generaljabbo |
The harsh reality of life for baby animals in some of the world’s coldest climates.
Penguins: Spy In The Huddle DVD Review: A Look at a Penguin’s Life from the Inside
By generaljabbo |
A penguin’s eye view of the lifecycle of these remarkable birds.
The Spy Who Came in from the Cold Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: Masterfully Acted and Presented
By generaljabbo |
Martin Ritt’s adaptation of this classic spy novel is a gritty view of Cold War-era spy life.
Last Shop Standing DVD Review: The Rise, Fall and Rebirth of the Independent Record Store
By generaljabbo |
When a store such as Hudson’s Record & Tape Centre closes after 105 years of business, it is cause to take notice.
Concert Review: Michael Nesmith, The Magic Bag, Ferndale, MI, 4/7/13
By generaljabbo |
Michael Nesmith returns for his first solo tour in 21 years.
The Blue Planet: Seas of Life Blu-ray Review: A Spectacular View of Life at Sea
By generaljabbo |
The BBC takes viewers on an incredible journey to the farthest reaches of the Earth’s oceans.
FCA! 35 Tour: An Evening with Peter Frampton DVD Review: Paying Tribute to the Album That Made Him a Household Name
By generaljabbo |
The legendary live album gets the anniversary treatment on this new DVD.