Gordon S. Miller

Barbary Coast (1975) DVD Review: Frisco, The Western Frontier

William Shatner is a man of a thousand faces in this lighthearted TV series.

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The Twilight Zone: The Complete Second Season DVD Review: A Most Unusual Program

Fascinating tales of science fiction and fantasy that appeal beyond fans of those genres,

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The Carol Burnett Show: Carol’s Crack Ups DVD Review: So Funny the Cast Couldn’t Help but Laugh

Although packed with guest stars, the sketches with the main cast are the best.

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Adventure Time: The Suitor DVD Review: Another 16 More Short Episodes

For a completist/obsessive-compulsive, it’s tough not knowing which episodes are in what volume, particularly when the narrative about the the characters and their relationships evolves.

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Rollerball Blu-ray Review: Worth Viewing, but Didn’t Maximize Its Potential

In a corporate-controlled future, an ultra-violent sport known as Rollerball represents the world, and one of its powerful athletes is out to defy those who want him out of the game.

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Book Review: The Complete Dick Tracy, Volume 16: 1954-1956 by Chester Gould

There’s no mystery why Gould’s work endures.

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Barbary Coast Is the Pick of the Week

Hopefully, it was ahead of its time and won’t show its age, or else shows its age in an unintentionally funny way.

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Book Review: The Complete Steve Canyon, Volume 4: 1953-1954 by Milton Caniff

This volume demonstrates what a talent Caniff was as both a writer and an artist.

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Concert Review: Billy Joel Says Hello to Hollywood Bowl – 05/17/14

A very satisfying set filled with greatest hits and deep cuts in front of “a pretty good crowd for a Saturday.”

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The Women (1939) Blu-ray Review: Their Own Worst Enemy

The main characters’ strength, intelligence, and independence is inevitably undermined by their decisions.

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Bob Dylan: The Bootleg Series, Vol. 7: No Direction Home: The Soundtrack Review

A great example of having something for everyone.

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Conversations with Robert Osborne DVD Review: Enlightening Interviews from the TCM Vaults 

An outstanding set for those fascinated by the Classic Hollywood era.

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When Jews Were Funny DVD Review: Looking for Mr. Goodman

The potential of what could have been is squandered.

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Green Lantern: The Animated Series Blu-ray Review: Don’t Let It Escape Your Sight

Get yourself a copy and make your friends green with envy.

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Book Review: Batman: The Silver Age Newspaper Comics, Volume One: 1966-1967

A welcome addition to any Batfan’s library.

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TV Review: Fargo: “The Crocodile’s Dilemma”

The episode has me intrigued on what happens next, dontcha know.

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The Secret Policeman’s Ball – USA Blu-ray Review: Comedy for a Cause

In celebration of Amnesty International’s 50th anniversary.

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Kagemusha Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: And a Thief Shall Lead Them 

“The only crime is pride.” ― Sophocles, Antigone

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Ran Criterion Collection DVD Review: Akira Kurosawa’s Final Masterpiece

Kurosawa uses Shakespeare’s King Lear to make a statement about mankind and the folly of war.

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The Venture Bros.: The Fifth Season Blu-ray Review: Being and Ventureness

This season is more focused in story and provides a lot of laughs,

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Book Review: Tarzan: The Complete Russ Manning Newspaper Strips, Volume Two: 1969-1971, Edited by Dean Mullaney

Manning has created captivating adventures accompanied by outstanding illustrations.

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Sunrise (1927) Blu-ray Review: A Visual Masterpiece from the Silent Era

Though its plot and acting have not aged well, the visuals remain impressive to this day.

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Book Review: 300: Rise of An Empire: The Art of the Film by Peter Aperlo

The book tells the film’s story through a presentation of its visual elements.

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The 300 Spartans Blu-ray Review: Caveat Emptor

The inspiration for Frank Miller’s 300 is less than inspiring.

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300 Movie Review: A Bit of the Old Hyperviolence

A magnificent ballet of violence and bloodshed

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TV Review: Ali G Rezurection: “Cannes”

Very nice. Da Ali G show back on the telly.

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The Americans (2013): The Complete First Season DVD Review: Spies Like Us

An enjoyable espionage drama where thrills can trump realism.

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The Jungle Book (1967) Diamond Edition Blu-ray Review: Trust in Me and Own It

It’s a necessity for your video library.

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In the Heat of the Night Blu-ray Review: Murder (and Race) in a Small Town

As In the Heat of the Night progresses, what is revealed about the main characters is as important as the plot, making for a very satisfying story.

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Naked Lunch Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: Enter the Interzone

As unique today as it was when it was released.

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The 2014 Oscar-Nominated Animated Short Films Review: Great Talent and Creativity on Display

The five Animated Short Film nominees are well worth seeking out.

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Terminator Anthology Blu-ray Review: An Unstoppable Franchise

If you don’t own any Terminator Blu-rays, this set is for you.

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Concert Review: The History of the Eagles, The Forum, Inglewood, CA, 01/22/14

“The History of The Eagles” finds the band performing songs from their impressive collection at a high level.

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The Doors: R-Evolution Blu-ray Review: Your Eyes Can See Them

The program for this evening will be not new to longtime fans, but that doesn’t make the collection any less entertaining.

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Archer: The Complete Fourth Season Four Blu-ray Review: Laugh Another Day

Archer remains one of the top comedies in my book, so this release is a must-own alongside the previous three seasons.

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Book Review: The Filmmaker Says: Quotes, Quips, and Words of Wisdom, compiled & edited by Jamie Thompson Stern

A great read for those intrigued by those who make films intriguing.

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Book Review: The James Bond Omnibus Volume 005 by Jim Lawrence & Yaroslav Horak

These are quality Bond stories that every fan should appreciate.

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Doctor Who: The Day of the Doctor Blu-ray Review: Celebrating 50 Years

Steven Moffat strikes gold with this 50th Anniversary Special.

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The Dean Martin Celebrity Roasts Collector’s Edition DVD Review: You’re Nobody ’til Somebody Insults You

For fans of classic comedy, few collections deliver the variety that appears on The Dean Martin Celebrity Roasts.

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Cleopatra (1963) 50th Anniversary Blu-ray Review: She Never Looked Better

For those who enjoy off-screen stories as much as on, this release delivers a wealth of entertainment.

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Book Review: Hollywood in Kodachrome by David Wills and Stephen Schmidt

An outstanding collection of classic Hollywood imagery.

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Iron Man / Hulk: Heroes United Blu-ray Review: Needed a Better (Creative) Team

Not bad, but I would have liked a better story and better art.

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Go for Sisters Movie Review: Forget It, Jake. It’s Mexico

Recommended for fans of mysteries and crime dramas.

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Invictus Blu-ray Review: Nelson Mandela Unites a Nation

A good film about a great story of humanity that deserves to be remembered.

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All the President’s Men Two-Disc Special Edition Blu-ray Review: The Unmaking of the President

An important movie about an important time in United States history

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The Twilight Zone: The Complete First Season DVD Review: Rod Serling Creates a TV Landmark

A journey into a wondrous land of outstanding television.

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