Gordon S. Miller

Cinema Sentries

The Tragically Hip: Long Time Running Blu-ray Review: Beating the Inevitability of Death Just a Little Bit

A fantastic behind-the-scenes look at how the band, their team, and their fans dealt with this farewell tour.

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Black Sabbath: The End Blu-ray Review: A Fitting Swan Song

The Blu-ray deserves to recognized on “Best of 2017” lists.

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AFI Fest 2017 Review: The Shape of Water

Albeit an unusual love story, The Shape of Water is del Toro’s most accessible film.

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Book Review: Star Trek: New Visions Volume 5 by John Byrne 

Byrne understands the essence of what Star Trek is and why the Original Series was so successful.

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DC Universe Original Movies: 10th Anniversary Collection Bonus Disc Review

If this ever becomes available for sale individually, DC fans would enjoy it.

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Batman: Under the Red Hood Blu-ray Review: Pays off Better Than Expected

With a strong story, quality art, and a very good audio track, Batman: Under the Red Hood is recommend for fans of the character.

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The Ballad of Cable Hogue Blu-ray Review: A Bland Western

For its fans, Warner Archive has created a satisfying high-definition presentation with interesting extras about the movie and its director.

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The Honeymooners: Christmas Laughter DVD Review

No denying these episodes are entertaining, but not sure who the intended audience is for this release.

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Geostorm 4DX Review: If You Intend to Weather This Storm, Do It in 4DX

The visual effects are so captivating, I wouldn’t be surprised to hear the phrase “Oscar-nominated Geostorm” next year.

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Alice Cooper: Welcome to My Nightmare Special Edition DVD Review: Highly Recommended

A welcome addition to the collection of any Alice Cooper fan.

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Ernie Kovacs: Take A Good Look: The Definitive Collection DVD Review

A treat for fans of Kovacs and this era of television.

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The House (2017) Blu-ray Review: Silly but Slight

The ensemble generates laughs, but the movie feels like watching improv actors early in the workshop phase rather than a polished product.

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The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson: Johnny and Friends 10-DVD Box Set Review

At nearly 29 hours, it offers a lot of laughs for fans of Carson, comedy, and classic television.

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Five Cool Things and Tom Petty

A bright end to a week that got off to a rough start.

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Book Review: The Complete Dick Tracy, Volume 22: 1964-1965 by Chester Gould

While not the best volume to be introduced to Gould’s Dick Tracy, it is entertaining and contains a lot of what made the strip a success.

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Hype! Collector’s Edition Blu-ray Review: The Rise and Fall of Grunge

While being a fan of the music certainly adds to the enjoyment of Hype!, it’s not required to learn the cautionary tale it tells.

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Wonder Woman (2017) Blu-ray Review: Entertaining, Uplifting, and Empowering

The viewer is invested because the good guys are compelling, thanks to the writing, and charming, thanks to the cast.

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TV Review: Star Trek: Discovery: “The Vulcan Hello”

Star Trek: Discovery seems better suited for those who know little about Star Trek and those without hard, fast rules of what it should be.

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Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In: The Complete First Season DVD Review: Highly Recommended for the Comedy Fan

While the first season has a late-’60s sensibility and some of the references might slip by modern viewers, Laugh-In remains fresh and delivers a lot of laughs.

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The Lion King (The Circle of Life Edition) Blu-ray Review: Don’t Wait to Own It

Well worth having in one’s Disney video collection, but there’s no need to double dip.

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Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 Blu-ray Review: Family Matters

There is no doubt how well the HD presentation succeeds.

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Sid & Nancy Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: They Did It Their Way

It’s hard to care about Sid and Nancy when they care so little about themselves and those around them.

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How to Be a Latin Lover Blu-ray Review: Doesn’t Know What It Wants to Be

A sharper focus on being either an adult comedy or a family comedy could have led to better results.

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The Manchurian Candidate (1962) Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: Assassination, She Wrote

A captivating Cold War political thriller that resonates stronger today than it has in years.

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Book Review: The Art and Making of Kong: Skull Island by Simon Ward

Recommended for the impressive art it showcases.

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Book Review: The Complete Steve Canyon, Volume 7: 1959-1960 by Milton Caniff

Another entertaining installment of adventure comic strips and another impressive showcase for Caniff’s skills.

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Protocol DVD Review: Goldie Hawn Comedy Too Light-hearted for Its Own Good

For fans who like Goldie being Goldie, she takes part in mildly amusing antics.

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Eagles of Death Metal: I Love You All the Time: Live at the Olympia in Paris DVD Review

Dedicated to victims of terrorism all around the world, the band marks a triumphant return to France with this concert.

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Grateful Dead 2017 Meet-Up at the Movies: RFK Stadium, Wash. D.C. – 07/12/89 Review

Another enjoyable night seeing the Dead come back to life.

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Going in Style (2017) Blu-ray Review: Entertainment to Pass the Time

The main cast members are appealing even though their talents aren’t being fully utilized.

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Free Fire Blu-ray Review: Pride and Stupidity Cometh Before the Fall

A hysterical showdown between gangs that couldn’t shoot straight.

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Lost in America Is the Pick of the Week

Hope you have a nest egg ready to buy these releases.

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Five Cool Things and San Diego Comic-Con 2017

There were cool things all over San Diego this weekend.

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Hailing Frequencies Open with Dennis Hanon, IKV Stranglehold 

A discussion about the long-running panel’s history and workings.

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The Gumball Rally Blu-ray Review: An Amusing Racing Movie

The Warner Archive’s Blu-ray delivers quality video and good audio.

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The Lodger: A Story of the London Fog Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: A Stealth Double Feature

This release allows viewers to see Hitchcock at the early stage of career on his way to becoming a legendary director.

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The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson: Johnny and Friends Featuring Steve Martin, Robin Williams & Eddie Murphy DVD Review

In addition to how wonderful it is having Carson’s Tonight Show at one’s fingertips, it is interesting to compare the different styles of the comedians.

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Previewing San Diego Comic-Con 2017: Thursday

Any of these make your list?

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Cheech and Chong’s Next Movie Blu-ray Review: The Humor Buzz Wears Off Quickly

The movie plays like a dress rehearsal of an outline.

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

A marvelous collection from the Disney vaults.

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John Wick: Chapter 2 Blu-ray Review: I’m Thinking He’s Back and That’s Great News

Expect to see this on “Best Blu-rays of 2017” lists.

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Ride the High Country Blu-ray Review: A Captivating Western

The Blu-ray’s video shines as bright as the film’s two lead actors.

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RiffTrax Live: Summer Shorts Beach Party! Review

Summer’s here and the time is right for riffing on the shorts.

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High Noon (Olive Signature) Blu-ray Review: One is the Loneliest Number

Another impressive high-definition presentation in the Olive Signature line.

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