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It won’t be mentioned alongside the classics of his oeuvre, but those looking for something light and casual, it should fit the bill.

Fans of early Pink Floyd should be very pleased.

Queen & Slim suggests the beginning of two great film careers behind the camera.

A great set and well worth getting for fans of the movie,

Producer/director Stanley Donen guides the film with a sure and steady hand, balancing the comedy, drama, action, and romance together.

A very good introduction to the band and their music.

Even if you only choose to rent it, I strongly recommend that everyone see Gojira.

This is a disc you will bring out to show off your system, and the fact that it’s a very good movie makes it all the more deserving.

Fans of variety shows and of this television era should enjoy these episodes.

An impressive endeavor with so many interesting things going on.

The film is a must-have for any collection.

The five nominees are…

Not only has it affected filmmakers, but you can see its influence in first-person shooter games as well.

“Every villain is a hero of his or her own story.” – Christopher Vogler, “The Writer’s Journey”

While the Seinfeld storyline plays out over a few episodes, the remainder of the season finds Larry involved in typical uncomfortable shenanigans.

The story piqued my interest about the scientists involved, making me want to learn more about them and their projects.

A comedic gem for the serious film fan.

Hail! Hail! tells an important, albeit incomplete, story of an American music legend.

The impressive work put into making these cartoons available in high definition should be commended and make one hopeful for future animated releases from Warner Archive.

The filmmakers made the right decision revisiting and expanding this landmark story.

This release showcases some of the medium’s great talkers.

Am sorry to see the film and this new trilogy falter as much as it did.

An entertaining Who adventure that combines historical drama and science fiction.

It’s impressive how much ground Preston Sturges’ story covers in its brief 67-minute runtime while neither feeling overstuffed nor rushed.

Finishes the very popular run of executive producer/writer Russell T. Davies and actor David Tennant.

A delightful romp that finds the Tramp behave in a more enlightened manner as he puts others ahead of himself.

John Cleese is the highlight of the show, whether firing off witty insults or performing a bit of slapstick.

I was left wishing I had two documentaries instead of just the one.

The Doctor, Leela, and K-9 lead the people against their oppressors, a frequent Who story trope.

A thrilling drama infused with social commentary.

Having to compile a greatest hits for a 50-year-old show is a daunting task and the makers of this collection do a great job.

Fast and furious enough to please fans and those looking for a ridiculous action movie.

A must-own set for fans and a perfect introduction to the band’s great talents.

I’d recommend Dark Fate, but it’s too bad there’s not a better story.

While understandably not held in high regard, there’s still some fun to be had seeing Lee back as the Count.

While the characters and stories remained entertaining, the author’s hand was an even heavier presence during these stories.

It is an inspiring delight to see these old men still with a creative drive to make new music.

It was wonderful to have one more adventure with the Toy Story characters, and this serves as a fitting conclusion to the series.

It’s an interesting interpretation of Peanuts.

Robert Altman puts his twist on an Agatha Christie murder mystery.

Unfortunately, all good things come to an end, and so we get the final chapter in Ken Burns’s outstanding documentary.

In this episode, we see the biggest stars of this era are the folks who got successful doing things their way and expanding the genre’s perceived boundaries.

During this era, the country found itself in a turmoil that affected everything, including country music.

In this episode, Burns shows that the country’s societal upheaval made its way into the music.

With only a two-hour run time, it was always going to be hard to get enough screen time for all the main characters, and it was made even harder with most of the stories that focused on new ones.

An intriguing concept presented is that in addition to talent, chance encounters can be just as important to an artist’s career.

An important chapter in the history of rock is examined by those involved with it and those influenced by it.

Harlan Howard declared, “Country music is three chords and the truth.”

For those seeking classic Hollywood adventure, Reap the Wild Wind will fit the bill.

Smith’s essays make a compelling case for all of them, which will leave readers eager to seek out their films.