Fail Safe Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: It’s the End of the World as They Know It (and No One Feels Fine)
By Gordon S. Miller |
While Fail Safe has been overshadowed by its comedic cousin for decades, it deserves to shine in the spotlight.
The Boy and the Heron Blu-ray Review: The Return of the King (of Animation)
By Gordon S. Miller |
The Boy and the Heron stands equally alongside the other classics in Miyazaki’s filmography and sets a high bar for all animated films that follow it.
Book Review: Marvel Studios: The Infinity Saga – The Art of Iron Man 3 by Marie Javins & Stuart Moore
By Gordon S. Miller |
Although The Art of Iron Man 3 returns readers to world of Tony Stark for the third time, it feels like a fresh look into it.
Man on the Moon Blu-ray Review: Jim Carrey Brings Andy Kaufman to Life
By Gordon S. Miller |
Director Milos Forman reteamed with screenwriters Scott Alexander and Larry Karaszewski for another biopic of an American original.
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga Blu-ray Review: Captures the Film’s Visual and Auditory Thrills
By Gordon S. Miller |
The action has to be seen to be believed.
Book Review: Walt Disney’s Donald Duck “A Christmas For Shacktown” by Carl Barks
By Gordon S. Miller |
While I enjoy the stories, I am fascinated by Barks’ approach to Donald because he is rarely the hero.
Book Review: Marvel Studios: The Infinity Saga – The Art of The Avengers by Jason Surrell
By Gordon S. Miller |
What makes The Art of The Avengers so interesting is that while Phase One of the MCU was concluding, the artists had to deal with the evolution of characters,
Deadpool & Wolverine Movie Review: Welcome to the MCFU
By Gordon S. Miller |
The merc with the (filthy) mouth returns in yet another multiverse mash-up that bids farewell to the Fox Marvel Universe.
The Fall Guy (2024) Blu-ray Review: An Entertaining Industry Send-Up
By Gordon S. Miller |
The unsung Hollywood hero, the stunt man, gets the spotlight.
The Flash: The Original Series Blu-ray Review: A Flashback to a Simpler Time for Superheroes
By Gordon S. Miller |
Some viewers may enjoy this throwback to an earlier era.
San Diego Comic-Con 2024 Sunday Programming Highlights
By Gordon S. Miller |
Gordon’s Top 5 panels for Sunday are…
San Diego Comic-Con 2024 Saturday Programming Highlights
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Gordon’s Top 5 panels for Saturday are…
San Diego Comic-Con 2024: Friday Programming Highlights
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Gordon’s Top 5 panels for Friday are…
San Diego Comic-Con 2024: Thursday Programming Highlights
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Gordon’s Top 5 panels for Thursday are…
Le samouraï Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: A Well-Executed French Neo-noir
By Gordon S. Miller |
Arguably one of the best noirs put to film.
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire Blu-ray Review: Together Again for the First Time
By Gordon S. Miller |
Even though the names and places change, it’s still the same basic premise of giant monsters fighting giant monsters and the accompanying destruction that ensues.
Tribeca 2024 Review: Missing from Fire Trail Road
By Gordon S. Miller |
There’s no denying how tragic these stories are nor how important it is they be told.
Book Review: Marvel Studios: The Infinity Saga – The Art of Captain America: The First Avenger by Matthew K. Manning
By Gordon S. Miller |
The Art of Captain America is marvelous in its own right.
Dexter’s Laboratory: The Complete Series DVD Review: As Inventive As Its Main Character
By Gordon S. Miller |
Recommend for fans of animation and comedy.
Tribeca 2024 Review: The Stanford Prison Experiment: Unlocking the Truth
By Gordon S. Miller |
What if the experiment was flawed from the start and the results tainted?
Dune Part Two Blu-ray Review: Will the Prophecy Be Fulfilled?
By Gordon S. Miller |
It’s a visually impressive endeavor that never gets so big it forgets the small moments between characters are what drive a story forward.
Book Review: Walt Disney’s Donald Duck “The Old Castle’s Secret” by Carl Barks
By Gordon S. Miller |
Barks once again provides an entertaining blend of adventure and comedy.
Welcome Back, Kotter: The Complete Series DVD Review: A Funny Show Even When Dealing with Serious Topics
By Gordon S. Miller |
The storylines are frequently about issues that high-schoolers deal with.
Tribeca 2024 Review: Hacking Hate
By Gordon S. Miller |
A compelling documentary that is more chilling than any horror movie.
Tribeca 2024 Review: Shelf Life
By Gordon S. Miller |
Shelf Life shows cheese is an interesting subject to be the focus of a documentary. Unfortunately, it’s not always an interesting documentary.
Justice League: Crisis on Two Earths Movie Review: When Worlds Collide
By Gordon S. Miller |
Recommended no matter what Earth you currently reside on.
Fletch Lives (Special Edition) Blu-ray Review: A Subpar Sequel
By Gordon S. Miller |
Unfortunately, Chevy Chase and director Michael Ritchie aren’t able to recreate the success of the first Fletch.
Defending Your Life Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: Love in the Time of Purgatory
By Gordon S. Miller |
It’s easy to defend Defending Your Life.
The War of the Worlds Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: A Special-Effects Spectacle
By Gordon S. Miller |
The War of the Worlds is a classic of the era and of the genre thanks to its award-winning special effects.
City of Hope (1991) Blu-ray Review: A Compelling Mosaic of Urban Life
By Gordon S. Miller |
During the ’80s and ’90s, John Sayles epitomized the independent filmmaker and City of Hope is one of the many reasons why.
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga Movie Review: They Had It In Them to Make It Epic
By Gordon S. Miller |
George Miller and his crew deserve kudos once again because they make movie magic.
Fletch (Special Edition) Blu-ray Review: Chevy Chase’s Star Turn Anchors This Comic Mystery
By Gordon S. Miller |
Fletch works well on a number of fronts and has a timeless feel outside of Faltermeyer ’80s synth score.
Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths Part Two Blu-ray Review: Doesn’t Stand on Its Own
By Gordon S. Miller |
I might have a different reaction seeing it as part of the whole, but until then, Part Two is disappointing.
Fear and Desire (Special Edition) Blu-ray Review: A Collection of Kubrick’s Early Works
By Gordon S. Miller |
Unfortunately, it’s only notable for Kubrick completists than being a film worth watching on its own accord
Book Review: Marvel Studios: The Infinity Saga – The Art of Thor by Matthew K. Manning
By Gordon S. Miller |
The Art of Thor showcases the work done in expanding the MCU.
The Monster (1994) Blu-ray Review: Delivers Quite a Bit of Silliness
By Gordon S. Miller |
The Monster plays like a TV sitcom with Benigni finding humor in situations reminiscent of a European sex farce.
Hendrie DVD Review: A Portrait of the Artist as a Radio Man
By Gordon S. Miller |
Hendrie serves as both a remembrance of and an introduction to the comedy of Phil Hendrie.
The Beekeeper (2024) Blu-ray Review: Jason Statham Packs a Sting
By Gordon S. Miller |
If you want to see Jason Statham in action, this movie is a serviceable outing that will satisfy that itch.
Book Review: Marvel Studios: The Infinity Saga – The Art of Iron Man 2 by John Barber
By Gordon S. Miller |
A great look behind the scenes of the return to the world of Iron Man and the expansion of the Marvel Cinematic Universe by Jon Favreau and his talented team.
Looney Tunes Collector’s Choice Vol. 3 Blu-ray Review: Another Choice Collection of Classic Cartoons
By Gordon S. Miller |
A wonderful slate of cartoons that mixes classic characters with rare gems by some of the industry’s most talented artists.
Book Review: Walt Disney’s Uncle Scrooge “Only a Poor Old Man” by Carl Barks
By Gordon S. Miller |
A great entry point into the world of Scrooge and the work of Barks.
A Day at the Races Blu-ray Review: Better Than a Bowl of Tootsie-Fruitsie Ice Cream
By Gordon S. Miller |
A Day at the Races is very entertaining and is arguably the last time the Marx Brothers were so funny in a film.
WonderCon 2024 Review: Day One
By Gordon S. Miller |
Not sure if it’s an intentional decision, but WonderCon is getting smaller.
Looney Tunes Collector’s Choice Vol. 2 Blu-ray Review: Another Wonderful Collection of Classic Cartoons
By Gordon S. Miller |
Vol. 2 expands upon the previous volume’s offerings in the number of cartoons available and the decades from whence they debuted.
Book Review: Alfred Hitchcock Storyboards by Tony Lee Moral
By Gordon S. Miller |
A fascinating book for Hitchcock fans and those curious about the making of films.
The Questor Tapes Blu-ray Review: An Android Seeks Its Creator in This TV Pilot from Gene Roddenberry
By Gordon S. Miller |
An actual episode of the characters in action would have been more interesting.
The Lady Eve Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: Preston Sturges Presents a Two-Sided Love Triangle
By Gordon S. Miller |
A classic romantic comedy that sets a high bar thanks to the talent of Sturges and the chemistry of the lead actors.
WonderCon 2024 Program Highlights
By Gordon S. Miller |
The ten panels I am looking forward to at this year’s WonderCon.