Gordon S. Miller

Popeye the Sailor: The 1940s, Volume 1 Blu-ray Review: Impressive Visuals but Disappointing Audio

After 10 years, completists will certainly be glad Warner Archive is continuing the release of Popeye cartoons.

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The Jerk: 40th Anniversary Edition Blu-ray Review: A Movie Star Is Born

Be somebody and add this to your collection.

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The Original Christmas Specials Collection: Deluxe Edition Blu-ray Review: A Great Gift for Any Holiday

It’s wonderful to have them on hand to watch at one’s leisure.

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Book Review: Star Wars: The Complete Classic Newspaper Comics, Vol. 3

The stories are enjoyable adventures with an arc that sees the Rebellion setting up on the ice planet Hoth where they are located when The Empire Strikes Back opens.

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King Cohen Blu-ray + CD Review: An Inspiring Story

Documentarian Steve Mitchell pays respect to Larry Cohen and his interesting filmography.

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Justice League: Throne of Atlantis: Commemorative Edition Blu-ray Review: Not All Heroes Wear Capes

A good introduction of Aquaman into this iteration of the Justice League.

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Strait-Jacket / Berserk! Double Feature Blu-ray Review: A Pair from the End of Joan Crawford’s Career

Fans of Crawford and horror should have some fun with these two.

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Pixar Short Films Collection Volume 3 Blu-ray Review: A Must-Own for Animation Fans

It’s evident the studio takes as much care with creating their shorts as they do their features.

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Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas!: The Ultimate Edition Blu-ray Review

An entertaining release that collects the Grinch’s TV specials.

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AFI Fest 2018 Review: Stan & Ollie

A sweet tribute to the legendary comedy duo of Laurel & Hardy during the last hurrah of their career.

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AFI Fest 2018 Review: Destroyer

Karyn Kusama’s Destroyer is a spectacular film that deserves to be added to the canon of Los Angeles-set film noirs.

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AFI Fest 2018 Review: Bird Box

Based on the novel of the same name by Josh Malerman, Bird Box is a captivating apocalyptic thriller.

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The Best of The Three Stooges (13-Disc) DVD Review: Will Soitantly Please the Curly Lovers

This collection repackages previous Stooges releases from Sony Pictures and Mill Creek Entertainment.

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Incredibles 2 Blu-ray Review: An Incredible Sequel

Writer/director Brad Bird and his talented cast and crew bring back beloved characters, expand their world, and tell the story in a visually engaging way.

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John Carpenter’s The Fog Movie Review: A Thrilling Ghost Story

Even though the story has room for improvement, The Fog is an entertaining horror movie that does a lot of things right.

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Twilight (2008) Blu-ray Review: Young Love Can Be Scary

Twilight delivers what one expects from a young-adult romance, but that’s a low bar for some.

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The Pink Panther Cartoon Collection: Volume 3 (1968-1969) Blu-ray Review

The laughs provided by these cartoons will leave you in the pink.

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Ant-Man and the Wasp Blu-ray Review: A Delightful Addition to the MCU

After the serious, universe-altering Avengers: Infinity War, this lighthearted comedy is a welcome follow-up.

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Book Review: Star Trek: New Visions Volume 7 by John Byrne 

It’s fun to see further adventures of the Original crew, particularly because Byrne understands the characters.

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LAFF 2018 Review: Stuntman

A story about pursuing dreams and redemption, and the highs and lows that can come with it.

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Rolling Stone: Stories from the Edge Blu-ray Review: The Magazine of Record and Records

An entertaining trip down memory lane even if it can’t help but mythologize.

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LAFF 2018 Review: The Great Buster: A Celebration

The film is an absolute delight in large part to the many entertaining clips taken from Keaton’s filmography.

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A Star Is Born (1954) Blu-ray Review: Judy Garland is at the Top of Her Game

An absolute treasure for fans of the film and is well worth checking out for fans of Hollywood musicals.

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Book Review: The Complete Dick Tracy, Volume 24: 1967-1969 by Chester Gould

Throughout Volume 24, Gould continues to deliver adventures filled with thrills, laughs, and action.

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LAFF 2018 Review: Making Montgomery Clift

An engaging, informative documentary about the man, his craft, and show business.

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The Man Who Cheated Himself Blu-ray Review: You Can’t Trust Anyone

Don’t cheat yourself, film noir fans. Pick up a copy.

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My (Current) 2018 Toronto International Film Festival Schedule

These are some of the places you’ll find me in Canada.

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Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In: The Complete Sixth Season DVD Review: Goodbye, Dick

Because they were kept in the vault for so long, this final season is like getting 24 new episodes for many fans of the show.

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Book Review: Star Trek: Lost Scenes by David Tilotta & Curt McAloney

A fascinating look at the series that is sure to be held in high esteem by fans.

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Deadpool 2 (Super Duper $@%!#& Cut) Blu-ray Review: It’s a Family Film, Sorta

An entertaining mix of action and comedy for those with a high tolerance for vulgarity (like myself).

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The Adventures of Tom Sawyer (1938) Blu-ray Review: Plenty of Audacious Mischief

The adventures are thrilling for kids and those who remember being a kid.

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Documentary Now! Seasons 1 & 2 Blu-ray Review: An Entertaining Anthology

“A [humorous] look back at the films that helped shape and innovate the world of documentary.”

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Avengers: Infinity War Blu-ray Review: A Marvelous (pun intended) Superhero Movie

It was fun seeing so many characters interact, which helped distract from the plot issues.

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Dragon Inn Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: Villains Check In but They Don’t Check Out

Fans of the genre will do themselves a favor if they plan a stop at Dragon Inn.

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Gravity Falls: The Complete Series Collector’s Edition Blu-ray Review: A “Strange and Wondrous” TV Show

Highly recommended for fans and for those curious to learn about this marvelous series because both the show and the Blu-ray presentation are of such high quality.

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Book Review: Walt Disney’s Treasury of Classic Tales, Volume Three

It’s wonderful to experience the strips as readers did over 50 years ago and see the artistry on display.

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Ready Player One Blu-ray Review: A Grand Spectacle Lacking Substance

The movie’s story has lessons to pass onto viewers, yet somehow they are overlooked by the filmmakers.

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Skyscraper (2018) Movie Review: “Die Hard” in a Building

The stunt team and visual-effects artists are deserving of the most praise.

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Shark Week: 30th Anniversary Collection Blu-ray Review: More Bark than Bite

Other than the public’s deep fascination with sharks, it’s hard to understand how these oddly produced shows have been luring in viewers all these years.

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Book Review: Star Trek: The Next Generation: Terra Incognita by Tipton, Tipton, Shasteen, Hernandez, Nieto

Terra Incognita was well written by the Tiptons and had the feeling of a television season.

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The Pink Panther Cartoon Collection: Volume 2 (1966-1968) Blu-ray Review

This is recommend for fans of the character and for these type of comedic shorts.

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Book Review: Star Trek: The Next Generation: Mirror Broken by Tipton, Tipton, Woodward, Kirchoff

This collection serves as a very good origin story, setting the stage for future adventures.

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George Carlin Commemorative Collection Is the Pick of the Week

Here are a few titles worth picking up this week.

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Cinema Sentries

Jackass: Complete Movie and TV Collection DVD Review: Not for the Faint of Heart

Watching Jackass is a challenge in and of itself, but it’s hard not to laugh at the sheer idiocy and recklessness on display.

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The Jim Henson Exhibition: Imagination Unlimited Review: A Marvelous Remembrance of the Man and his Work

“As children, we all live in a world of imagination, of fantasy, and for some of us that world of make-believe continues into adulthood.” Jim Henson

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Solo: A Star Wars Story Movie Review: A Fun Addition to the Franchise

An entertaining space adventure that is best when it’s not spending time covering obvious connective plot points.

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Book Review: The Complete Steve Canyon, Volume 8: 1961-1962 by Milton Caniff

Caniff continues to work at the top of his game.

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Schlock DVD Review: “Appropriately Named”

The commentary by John Landis and Rick Baker makes for a much more entertaining experience than the movie itself.

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The Dogfather / Misterjaw Blu-rays Review: More from the DePatie / Freleng Collection

Fans of both these cartoons will be happy to view them in high-definition along with the informative extras that are included.

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Book Review: Star Wars: The Complete Classic Newspaper Comics, Vol. 2

They are fun adventures that don’t require one to be well versed in the movies or other media of the franchise.

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