Barbary Coast (1975) DVD Review: Frisco, The Western Frontier
By Gordon S. Miller |
William Shatner is a man of a thousand faces in this lighthearted TV series.
The Twilight Zone: The Complete Second Season DVD Review: A Most Unusual Program
By Gordon S. Miller |
Fascinating tales of science fiction and fantasy that appeal beyond fans of those genres,
The Carol Burnett Show: Carol’s Crack Ups DVD Review: So Funny the Cast Couldn’t Help but Laugh
By Gordon S. Miller |
Although packed with guest stars, the sketches with the main cast are the best.
Batman: The Brave and the Bold: The Complete First Season Blu-ray Review: Action and Comedy Make a Great Team
By Gordon S. Miller |
Highly recommended for comic-book fans.
Adventure Time: The Suitor DVD Review: Another 16 More Short Episodes
By Gordon S. Miller |
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.
Rollerball Blu-ray Review: Worth Viewing, but Didn’t Maximize Its Potential
By Gordon S. Miller |
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.
Book Review: The Complete Dick Tracy, Volume 16: 1954-1956 by Chester Gould
By Gordon S. Miller |
There’s no mystery why Gould’s work endures.
Barbary Coast Is the Pick of the Week
By Gordon S. Miller |
Hopefully, it was ahead of its time and won’t show its age, or else shows its age in an unintentionally funny way.
Book Review: The Complete Steve Canyon, Volume 4: 1953-1954 by Milton Caniff
By Gordon S. Miller |
This volume demonstrates what a talent Caniff was as both a writer and an artist.
Concert Review: Billy Joel Says Hello to Hollywood Bowl – 05/17/14
By Gordon S. Miller |
A very satisfying set filled with greatest hits and deep cuts in front of “a pretty good crowd for a Saturday.”
The Women (1939) Blu-ray Review: Their Own Worst Enemy
By Gordon S. Miller |
The main characters’ strength, intelligence, and independence is inevitably undermined by their decisions.
Bob Dylan: The Bootleg Series, Vol. 7: No Direction Home: The Soundtrack Review
By Gordon S. Miller |
A great example of having something for everyone.
Conversations with Robert Osborne DVD Review: Enlightening Interviews from the TCM Vaults
By Gordon S. Miller |
An outstanding set for those fascinated by the Classic Hollywood era.
When Jews Were Funny DVD Review: Looking for Mr. Goodman
By Gordon S. Miller |
The potential of what could have been is squandered.
Green Lantern: The Animated Series Blu-ray Review: Don’t Let It Escape Your Sight
By Gordon S. Miller |
Get yourself a copy and make your friends green with envy.
Book Review: Batman: The Silver Age Newspaper Comics, Volume One: 1966-1967
By Gordon S. Miller |
A welcome addition to any Batfan’s library.
TV Review: Fargo: “The Crocodile’s Dilemma”
By Gordon S. Miller |
The episode has me intrigued on what happens next, dontcha know.
The Secret Policeman’s Ball – USA Blu-ray Review: Comedy for a Cause
By Gordon S. Miller |
In celebration of Amnesty International’s 50th anniversary.
Frozen (2013) Collector’s Edition Blu-ray Review: A Fairy Tale about True Love
By Gordon S. Miller |
Only let it go if you want more extras.
Kagemusha Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: And a Thief Shall Lead Them
By Gordon S. Miller |
“The only crime is pride.” ― Sophocles, Antigone
Ran Criterion Collection DVD Review: Akira Kurosawa’s Final Masterpiece
By Gordon S. Miller |
Kurosawa uses Shakespeare’s King Lear to make a statement about mankind and the folly of war.
The Venture Bros.: The Fifth Season Blu-ray Review: Being and Ventureness
By Gordon S. Miller |
This season is more focused in story and provides a lot of laughs,
Book Review: Tarzan: The Complete Russ Manning Newspaper Strips, Volume Two: 1969-1971, Edited by Dean Mullaney
By Gordon S. Miller |
Manning has created captivating adventures accompanied by outstanding illustrations.
Sunrise (1927) Blu-ray Review: A Visual Masterpiece from the Silent Era
By Gordon S. Miller |
Though its plot and acting have not aged well, the visuals remain impressive to this day.
Book Review: 300: Rise of An Empire: The Art of the Film by Peter Aperlo
By Gordon S. Miller |
The book tells the film’s story through a presentation of its visual elements.
The 300 Spartans Blu-ray Review: Caveat Emptor
By Gordon S. Miller |
The inspiration for Frank Miller’s 300 is less than inspiring.
Adventure Time: The Complete Third Season Blu-ray Review: The Animated Saga Continues
By Gordon S. Miller |
They are right. The fun doesn’t end.
300 Movie Review: A Bit of the Old Hyperviolence
By Gordon S. Miller |
A magnificent ballet of violence and bloodshed
TV Review: Ali G Rezurection: “Cannes”
By Gordon S. Miller |
Very nice. Da Ali G show back on the telly.
The Americans (2013): The Complete First Season DVD Review: Spies Like Us
By Gordon S. Miller |
An enjoyable espionage drama where thrills can trump realism.
The Jungle Book (1967) Diamond Edition Blu-ray Review: Trust in Me and Own It
By Gordon S. Miller |
It’s a necessity for your video library.
In the Heat of the Night Blu-ray Review: Murder (and Race) in a Small Town
By Gordon S. Miller |
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.
Naked Lunch Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: Enter the Interzone
By Gordon S. Miller |
As unique today as it was when it was released.
The 2014 Oscar-Nominated Animated Short Films Review: Great Talent and Creativity on Display
By Gordon S. Miller |
The five Animated Short Film nominees are well worth seeking out.
Terminator Anthology Blu-ray Review: An Unstoppable Franchise
By Gordon S. Miller |
If you don’t own any Terminator Blu-rays, this set is for you.
Concert Review: The History of the Eagles, The Forum, Inglewood, CA, 01/22/14
By Gordon S. Miller |
“The History of The Eagles” finds the band performing songs from their impressive collection at a high level.
The Doors: R-Evolution Blu-ray Review: Your Eyes Can See Them
By Gordon S. Miller |
The program for this evening will be not new to longtime fans, but that doesn’t make the collection any less entertaining.
Archer: The Complete Fourth Season Four Blu-ray Review: Laugh Another Day
By Gordon S. Miller |
Archer remains one of the top comedies in my book, so this release is a must-own alongside the previous three seasons.
Book Review: The Filmmaker Says: Quotes, Quips, and Words of Wisdom, compiled & edited by Jamie Thompson Stern
By Gordon S. Miller |
A great read for those intrigued by those who make films intriguing.
Book Review: The James Bond Omnibus Volume 005 by Jim Lawrence & Yaroslav Horak
By Gordon S. Miller |
These are quality Bond stories that every fan should appreciate.
Doctor Who: The Day of the Doctor Blu-ray Review: Celebrating 50 Years
By Gordon S. Miller |
Steven Moffat strikes gold with this 50th Anniversary Special.
The Dean Martin Celebrity Roasts Collector’s Edition DVD Review: You’re Nobody ’til Somebody Insults You
By Gordon S. Miller |
For fans of classic comedy, few collections deliver the variety that appears on The Dean Martin Celebrity Roasts.
Cleopatra (1963) 50th Anniversary Blu-ray Review: She Never Looked Better
By Gordon S. Miller |
For those who enjoy off-screen stories as much as on, this release delivers a wealth of entertainment.
Book Review: Hollywood in Kodachrome by David Wills and Stephen Schmidt
By Gordon S. Miller |
An outstanding collection of classic Hollywood imagery.
Iron Man / Hulk: Heroes United Blu-ray Review: Needed a Better (Creative) Team
By Gordon S. Miller |
Not bad, but I would have liked a better story and better art.
Go for Sisters Movie Review: Forget It, Jake. It’s Mexico
By Gordon S. Miller |
Recommended for fans of mysteries and crime dramas.
Invictus Blu-ray Review: Nelson Mandela Unites a Nation
By Gordon S. Miller |
A good film about a great story of humanity that deserves to be remembered.
All the President’s Men Two-Disc Special Edition Blu-ray Review: The Unmaking of the President
By Gordon S. Miller |
An important movie about an important time in United States history
The Twilight Zone: The Complete First Season DVD Review: Rod Serling Creates a TV Landmark
By Gordon S. Miller |
A journey into a wondrous land of outstanding television.