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Book Review: The Complete Peanuts 1989-1990: Wait — Charlie Brown Gets a Girlfriend?

Schulz’s brand off offbeat, absurd, heartfelt observational humor is a joy to read, both then and now, and he remains sorely missed.

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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

A fascinating picture of a musician whose star shone brightly, if only for a little bit.

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Shazam! Fury of the Gods Blu-ray Review: A Family-Friendly Return of the “Shazamily”

Like the first film, it has plenty of charming moments.

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Book Review: G.I. Joe – A Real American Hero: Saturday Morning Adventures: The TV Show Comes to Life in This Fun Miniseries

A love letter to the original show and longtime fans will find a lot to like about this story.

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Book Review: G.I. Joe – A Real American Hero 40th Anniversary Special by Larry Hama

Forty years later, the Joes are as relevant and popular as ever.

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House of Gucci Blu-ray Review: A Tale of Greed, Ego, and Betrayal

House of Gucci struggles to determine whether it should be camp or serious and in the end ends up being a little of both.

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Lynyrd Skynyrd: Live at Knebworth ’76 DVD Review: A Day the Giants of Southern Rock Held Their Own Against the Stones

They may not have been the headliner, but you wouldn’t know it from the crowd response.

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Zappa Movie Review: A Compelling Look at One of History’s Most Intriguing Musicians

Alex Winter delivers a fine documentary about a musical enigma with Zappa.

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The Vinyl Revival DVD Review: A Loving Look at the Resurgence of Vinyl Records

Pip Piper takes a look at vinyl’s unlikely comeback.

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Joker Blu-ray Review: A Gritty Origin Story for Batman’s Most Iconic Villain

Joaquin Phoenix delivers a strong performance as the Clown Prince of Crime.

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Book Review: Superman: The Golden Age Dailies 1947-1949 by Alvin Schwartz, Wayne Boring, et al.

A fine collection of post-war Superman dailies where the Man of Steel finds a series of problems more domestic in nature.

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The Public Image Is Rotten Movie Review: A Fine Introduction to John Lydon’s post-Sex Pistols Career

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.

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Book Review: Superman: The Golden Age Newspaper Dailies (1944-1947)

The latest volume of Superman dailies tackles the end of World War II and beyond.

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Book Review: Al Capp’s Li’l Abner, Volume Nine: Complete Sundays and Dailies 1951-1952

Li’l Abner and Daisy Mae tie the knot in this latest volume of Li’l Abner comic strips.

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Chris Claremont’s X-Men Movie Review: A Look at the Man Who Single-handedly Reinvented the X-Men Franchise

Chris Claremont looks back at his remarkable career writing the X-Men.

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Star Wars: Rebels: The Complete Season Three Blu-ray Review: An Excellent New Chapter in a Galaxy Far, Far Away

This season brings new characters to life while adding new dimensions to old favorites.

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With Great Power…The Stan Lee Story DVD Review: A Look at This Legendary Comic Creator

With Great Power tells the story of Marvel Comics’ biggest name.

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Arrow: The Complete Fourth Season Blu-ray Review: Darkness Consumes Several Characters as Loyalties are Tested

Arrow’s fourth season pushes several characters to their limits.

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DC’s Legends of Tomorrow: The Complete First Season Blu-ray Review: Brings the Fun Back to Comic Book-related Shows

It ties in well to the Arrowverse and may be the best comic-book show on TV right now.

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Mudcrutch: 2 Album Review: Tom Petty Returns to His pre-Heartbreakers Band with Great Results

The long-awaited sophomore release from Mudcrutch doesn’t disappoint.

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Book Review: Batman V Superman — Dawn of Justice: The Art of the Film by Peter Aperlo

A highly detailed look at the art of this superhero blockbuster.

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Book Review: Batman V Superman — Dawn of Justice: Tech Manual by Adam Newell and Sharon Gosling

This new book details the technology in the film belonging to Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman.

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Book Review: The Blacklist: Elizabeth Keen’s Dossier by Tara Bennett and Paul Terry

A deeper look at the colorful characters of The Blacklist.

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Remembering David Bowie and “Under Pressure”

RIP to the Thin White Duke.

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Arrow: The Complete Third Season Blu-ray Review: An Exciting Ride for Starling City’s Most Famous Archer

Oliver Queen makes some tough choices in the excellent third season of Arrow.

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The Big Bang Theory: The Complete Eighth Season Blu-ray Review: Still Funny After All These Years (and Changes)

Eight seasons in, The Big Bang Theory keeps the laughs while allowing for character growth.

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Music from Love & Mercy Album Review: An Auditory Journey into the Mind of a Troubled Genius

The soundtrack reveals the good and bad in the life of Brian Wilson.

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Monkey Warriors DVD Review: A Fascinating Look at How Monkeys Have Adapted to City Life

BBC Earth takes a look at the lives of monkeys forced to live in the city.

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Star Wars: The Clone Wars: The Lost Missions Blu-ray Review: An Excellent Ending to a Strong Series

The final season for the animated Clone Wars series makes its way to Blu-ray.

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The Who: Quadrophenia – Live in London Blu-ray Review: A Stunning Audio and Visual Presentation

A brilliant performance of one of the band’s best-loved pieces.

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Earth Flight: The Complete Series Blu-ray Review: A Bird’s-eye View of Life on the Wing

A fantastic view of the life of birds from their perspective.

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Elvis Presley: Recorded Live on Stage in Memphis Legacy Edition Review: The King’s Homecoming Concert in Its Entirety

The latest Elvis Presley Legacy Edition release includes two complete concerts from 1974.

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Snow Babies DVD Review: A Look at the Challenges Baby Animals Face in Life’s First Year

The harsh reality of life for baby animals in some of the world’s coldest climates.

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Penguins: Spy In The Huddle DVD Review: A Look at a Penguin’s Life from the Inside

A penguin’s eye view of the lifecycle of these remarkable birds.

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The Spy Who Came in from the Cold Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: Masterfully Acted and Presented

Martin Ritt’s adaptation of this classic spy novel is a gritty view of Cold War-era spy life.

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Last Shop Standing DVD Review: The Rise, Fall and Rebirth of the Independent Record Store

When a store such as Hudson’s Record & Tape Centre closes after 105 years of business, it is cause to take notice.

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Concert Review: Michael Nesmith, The Magic Bag, Ferndale, MI, 4/7/13

Michael Nesmith returns for his first solo tour in 21 years.

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The Blue Planet: Seas of Life Blu-ray Review: A Spectacular View of Life at Sea

The BBC takes viewers on an incredible journey to the farthest reaches of the Earth’s oceans.

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FCA! 35 Tour: An Evening with Peter Frampton DVD Review: Paying Tribute to the Album That Made Him a Household Name

The legendary live album gets the anniversary treatment on this new DVD.

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