Book Review: The Marvel Vault by Thomas, Sanderson, and Manning
By Gordon S. Miller |
A fascinating trip down memory lane for those curious about what went on behind the pages.
Rogue One: A Star Wars Story Blu-ray Review: An Impressive and Immersive High-def Experience
By Gordon S. Miller |
A delightful space fantasy with enough action to entertain the casual viewer and enough story elements and links to other works to please the Star Wars aficionado.
Neil Young Journeys Blu-ray Review: A Welcome Addition to Young’s Concert Filmography
By Gordon S. Miller |
Skip to the performances.
Book Review: James Bond: SPECTRE: The Complete Comic Strip Collection
By Gordon S. Miller |
Not only for your eyes.
Book Review: The Complete Dick Tracy, Volume 21: 1962-1964 by Chester Gould
By Gordon S. Miller |
I wouldn’t recommend it as a starting point, but it is an enjoyable continuation of the Dick Tracy series.
The Quiet Man Blu-ray Review: Entertaining Escapism on the Emerald Isle
By Gordon S. Miller |
John Ford’s lighthearted film deals with love and marriage on a superficial level.
Book Review: Star Trek: New Visions Volume 4 by John Byrne
By Gordon S. Miller |
Byrne has a strong sense of who the characters are and puts them in compelling stories.
My Most Anticipated at the 2017 TCM Classic Film Festival
By Gordon S. Miller |
The Top 7 films at what will be my seventh time attending the festival.
Book Review: Tarzan on Film by Scott Tracy Griffin
By Gordon S. Miller |
Highly recommended for fans of Burroughs’ character as well as those with an interest in Hollywood history.
Doctor Strange (2016) Blu-ray Review: Marvel Goes Into the Mystic
By Gordon S. Miller |
An entertaining blockbuster on its own and as yet an other chapter in the MCU.
Mannix: The Second Season DVD Review: Smart, Believable Mysteries
By Gordon S. Miller |
During these 25 episodes, Mannix is shot four times, knocked unconscious eleven, and keeps coming back for more.
I Love Lucy: Superstar Special #2 DVD Review: Lucy and the Duke
By Gordon S. Miller |
Over 60 years old, the shows remain funny and timeless thanks to the writing and the cast. And yet, I find the Superstar Special DVD to be an odd release.
Doubt Blu-ray Review: One of the Best Modern Acting Ensembles
By Gordon S. Miller |
Without a doubt, I highly recommend seeing this movie,
Book Review: Li’l Abner: The Complete Dailies and Color Sundays, Volume 8: 1949-1950 by Al Capp
By Gordon S. Miller |
I can’t remember anything being as wildly absurd as Li’l Abner.
Dr. Mabuse: The Gambler Blu-ray Review: A Captivating Crime Thriller
By Gordon S. Miller |
A safe bet for silent-film fans.
The Mary Tyler Moore Show: The Complete Fifth Season DVD Review: Life After Rhoda
By Gordon S. Miller |
Created by James L. Brooks and Allan Burns, the series excels because it has a simple formula of great writing brought to life by great acting.
Book Review: The Complete David Bowie (Revised and Updated 2016 Edition) by Nicholas Pegg
By Gordon S. Miller |
Expanded and updated with 35,000 words of new material, this edition is likely to be the last, until a number of the inevitable posthumous releases dictates another.
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson: The Vault Series 6-DVD Review: Heeere’s the ’70s
By Gordon S. Miller |
No matter what size set one chooses (and I’d recommend the biggest one that can be afforded), it’s great to have access to The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson and the hours of entertainment the show provided many years ago.
The Night of the Grizzly (Olive Signature) Blu-ray Review: An Enjoyable, Classic Western
By Gordon S. Miller |
Clint Walker is a commanding, comforting presence on screen.
The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story Blu-ray Review: A Highlight of the 2015/2016 Television Season
By Gordon S. Miller |
An impressive miniseries that sheds light on a significant event in American history.
Book Review: The Complete Dick Tracy, Volume 20: 1961-1962 by Chester Gould
By Gordon S. Miller |
Gould’s writing over the 18 months collected here is entertaining and the art remains first rate.
Bob Hope: Hope for the Holidays DVD Review: Pop-culture Relics from a Bygone Era
By Gordon S. Miller |
This disc should be enjoyed by fans of Hope and the era as well as those curious about both.
Chad Derdowski Chooses to Answer Questions about ‘Fortune Favors the Bold’
By Gordon S. Miller |
“[It] is not a parody because it is a fantasy/sword n’ sorcery book – but maybe it’s safe to say that it gently teases those genres a bit.” – Chad Derdowski
Finding Dory Blu-ray Combo Review: You Will Believe an Octopus Can Drive
By Gordon S. Miller |
An entertaining film though it suffers from similarities to its predecessor.
Rogue One: A Star Wars Story Movie Review: The Rebels Strike Back
By Gordon S. Miller |
A special-effects wonder filled with good action; however, the plot is not well thought out.
The Right Stuff (30th Anniversary Edition) Blu-ray Review: A Real Superhero Movie
By Gordon S. Miller |
A marvelous look at the men who risked their lives to make the impossible possible.
AFI Fest 2016 Review: Mifune: The Last Samurai: A Wonderful Remembrance
By Gordon S. Miller |
A straightforward biography that reveals little more than the story of the man’s life.
Citizen Kane 75th Anniversary Blu-ray Review: One of the Medium’s Most Visually Compelling Films
By Gordon S. Miller |
Caveat emptor, it’s a reissue of the 70th Anniversary release.
AFI Fest 2016 Review: Bright Lights: Starring Carrie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds
By Gordon S. Miller |
Fans should enjoy the up-close look that Bright Lights provides of the women in this interesting biography.
Johnny Guitar (Olive Signature) Blu-ray Review: A Captivating Story Populated with Complex Characters
By Gordon S. Miller |
The rare Western where strong, interesting female characters are the leads of the story while the men take a backseat.
AFI Fest 2016 Review: The Hitch-Hiker (1953)
By Gordon S. Miller |
At 71 minutes, director Ida Lupino has crafted a lean, mean thriller.
Iggy Pop: Post Pop Depression: Live at the Royal Albert Hall Review: An Impressive, Raucous Affair
By Gordon S. Miller |
It’s fitting the show concludes with “Success” because that’s an accurate description of what this concert is.
The Adventure of Sherlock Holmes’ Smarter Brother Blu-ray Review: Entertaining but Uneven
By Gordon S. Miller |
The comedy isn’t consistent nor is it consistently funny.
Book Review: TV Finales FAQ by Stephen Tropiano and Holly Van Buren
By Gordon S. Miller |
All that’s left to know about the endings of your favorite TV shows.
Thanks for the Memories: The Bob Hope Specials DVD Review: A Marvelous Hollywood Scrapbook
By Gordon S. Miller |
I gotta tell ya, it’s a real treat that this set has been released.
Los Angeles Podcast Festival 2016 – Saturday Review
By Gordon S. Miller |
What I saw and heard in the ballrooms of the Sofitel Los Angeles.
Motown 25: Yesterday, Today, Forever Six-DVD Set Review: A Happy Anniversary
By Gordon S. Miller |
More than the causal fan needs and delivers more than the hardcore fan will expect.
An American Werewolf in London (Full Moon Edition) Blu-ray Review: Its Cult-classic Status Is Certainly Warranted
By Gordon S. Miller |
Required by law to state “You’ll howl with laughter.”
A Town Called Panic: Double Fun Movie Review: The Bad Boys Are Back
By Gordon S. Miller |
Celebrate Art House Theater Day with Cowboy, Indian, and Horse.
L.A. Confidential (Two-Disc Special Edition) DVD Review: A Masterful Film Noir
By Gordon S. Miller |
A classic film that will long be remembered and appreciated.
The Flash (2014): The Complete Second Season Blu-ray Review: At Its Core, The Series Is a Family Drama
By Gordon S. Miller |
An entertaining show that stands out among the glut of superhero programs.
The Monkees: Season 2 DVD Review: The Monkees Take Control
By Gordon S. Miller |
The TV series that best exemplifies the 1960s.
Book Review: Star Trek: The Classic UK Comics, Volume 1 (1969-1970)
By Gordon S. Miller |
I’d highly recommend looking inside Volume 1 before buying it.
Ash vs Evil Dead: The Complete First Season Blu-ray Review: The Return of the King, Baby
By Gordon S. Miller |
All involved can take great pride with the results.
The Claypool Lennon Delirium: Monolith of Phobos Album Review
By Gordon S. Miller |
Trust us: “You oughta try it, you really oughta try it…”.
Speedy Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: The End of an Era
By Gordon S. Miller |
Harold Lloyd hits a comedy home run in his last silent film.
Concert Review: Sting & Peter Gabriel, Hollywood Bowl, 07/18/16
By Gordon S. Miller |
It was such a treat to see musicians so filled with joy playing together.
‘Neath the Arizona Skies Blu-ray Review: A Satisfying, Inconsequential Western
By Gordon S. Miller |
John Wayne takes on bad guys. What more do you need?