Gordon S. Miller

A good examination of an artist’s evolution,

While the film dazzles the viewer’s eyes and ears, underneath the screenplay’s camp veneer is a sweet story about family that should connect with one’s heart.

From Kit Parker Films comes Laurel & Hardy: The Definitive Restorations Volume 2, a two-disc set that contains nine of the comedy teams classic shorts and a trove of extras. The restorations are presented by Jeff Joseph / SabuCat in conjunction with the UCLA Film & Television Archive and the Library of Congress. Buy Laurel…

A series of action set pieces rather than being a vehicle to tell a story of great depth.

Marvel Studios: The Infinity Saga – The Art of Spider-Man: Homecoming is the 15th release in the 22-book Marvel Studios: The Infinity Saga series, which is republishing previously released art books as a resized matching set. This book plays with the series format by pretending to be Peter Parker’s high-school yearbook for Midtown School of…

A well-deserved focus on the artistry of Davis and Wood which shows it takes serious skills to make silly drawing.

The comic thriller blends crime and a haunted house.

Those who lived through the times or have/had similar experiences will identify with the characters and situations, but it’s not required to enjoy the stories and humor.

It’s wonderful that the Warner Archive Collection giving this lesser-known cartoon character a chance to be rediscovered.

A very good document of the ’81 Stones tour.

Although the template for the Donald stories are familiar, Barks does a very good job creating entertaining stories that still feel fresh after writing the characters for decades.

An enjoyable jungle adventure with a plot and characters as simplistic as Weissmuller’s monosyllabic portrayal.

Fans of these characters should enjoy seeing them brought together in this massive crossover series.

The book explores the career of a man, who author Ian Nathan refers to in his Introduction as “surely the most revered director alive.”

A well-made crime drama that keeps the viewer invested in where its story leads.

A heartfelt tale about survivor’s guilt and how not carrying an emotional burden alone can allow a person to thrive.

Although my trepidation over the subject matter of dealing with the loss of a loved has put off my seeing it, being a fan of Buckley’s work for a while has me curious to see it.

The mix might not strong enough for the causal cartoon fan.

A psychedelic trip through the shared imaginations of the production’s artists.

If I was an Oscar voter, I would select the one that comes the closest to achieving its goal, which is ….

Francis Ford Coppola dreams an impossible dream.

Starting February 20, the 2026 Oscar-nominated Short Films will be available in theaters. This is the only opportunity for audiences to watch all of the short film nominees in theaters before the 98th Academy Awards ceremony on Sunday, March 15, 2024. Each nominee is released in one of three distinct feature-length compilations according to their…

Has more in common with an international spy thriller than a horror movie.

The inclusion of the orchestra adds a nice element to the arrangements, differentiating this from other live releases.

Fans of the TV series are likely to be disappointed.

The stars encounter another classic monster and “meet” Boris Karloff for the second time.

The first home-video release of all the Tom and Jerry cartoons uncut and in chronological order.

A memorable addition to PTA’s filmography.

Korhonen has written a fun throwback adventure.

A collection of funny films that sees the duo seamlessly transition from silent to sound pictures.

Unlike some series that frequently repeat the same premise, the diversity in the plots make the show easier to binge.

In these stories, Fritz the Cat is a fascinating character, though not always an appealing one, which is part of the point.

A thrilling buddy picture that Woo elevates with his directorial style.

A contributing factor to the film’s success are the fun special effects.

Highly recommended but put this monster of a book on a bottom shelf of your library.

The Story of Spinal Tap is presented in two stories. In two-thirds of the book, A Fine Line Between Stupid and Clever is the account of how the film was made as told by its co-writer/director Rob Reiner with co-writers/actors Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, and Harry Shearer. Flip it over and Smell the Book is…

Of any book in the series up to this point, The Art of Doctor Strange seems to be where the artists tapped the deepest into their imaginations.

While it doesn’t match their best films, the comic and musical sequences with the brothers are entertaining.

The attention to detail is stunning, and the UHD video presentation allows for each frame to engage the viewer’s eye.

The film is highly recommend and Kino Lorber Studio Classics’ 4K UHD release delivers an impressive picture.

This volume delivers a good variety of stories and a good variety of characters from the Disney Duck universe.

Throughout the series, David mines humor from uncomfortable situations as Larry pushes boundaries in his questioning and mocking of social norms.

Many of the specials present are so humorous and insightful, they are worth revisiting repeatedly and worth showing to new generations.

A fascinating biography that should please longtime Lynch fans and those new to his work and his world.

An essential resource for those who want to learn more about Anderson’s filmography.

A compelling TV series, comprised of nearly 300 well-written stories.

A must-own for fans who want to learn more about the work that went into bringing the series to life.

A wonderful document about a series that is and remains both a television and a music institution.

While the characters aren’t morally complex, the producers and writers instead are more interested in the promotion of the better angels of our nature.

For fans in search of a great book about the making of Star Trek III, the Tenutos absolutely deliver the goods.