Star Trek: The Motion Picture Review: Boldly Going Where They’ve Gone Before
By Gordon S. Miller |
The making of the movie is more interesting than the movie.
The Fast and the Furious (2001) Movie Review: Start Your Franchise Engines
By Gordon S. Miller |
“My hobbies are fast cars and fast women because uh… that’s why my… the guys in my car club call me the ‘cruiser’.” – Cruiser
Book Review: Mind Over Matter 4: The Images of Pink Floyd by Storm Thorgerson and Peter Curzon
By Gordon S. Miller |
Mind Over Matter is a great addition to a Pink Floyd collection.
Umberto D. Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: An Old Man and His Dog
By Gordon S. Miller |
A classic of world cinema I highly recommend.
The Company You Keep (2012) Movie Review: Redford Delivers a Decent Thriller
By Gordon S. Miller |
You don’t need a weatherman to know which way the film ends.
I Got the Feelin’: James Brown in the ’60s Review: A Great Tribute to the Man and His Music
By Gordon S. Miller |
Many black artists crossed over to white America, but James Brown brought white America to black music.
Remembering Roger Ebert (1942 – 2013)
By Gordon S. Miller |
The life of the legendary film critic offers a valuable lesson.
The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: It’s a Man’s Life in the Formerly Modern Army
By Gordon S. Miller |
A charming British film about a charming British man.
Ugetsu Criterion Collection DVD Review: What Price Desire?
By Gordon S. Miller |
A powerful, thought-provoking story.
Room 237 Movie Review: What You See Is What You Get
By Gordon S. Miller |
An absolute delight, especially for Stanley Kubrick fans.
Schindler’s List 25th Anniversary Limited Edition Blu-ray Review: Never Forget
By Gordon S. Miller |
A powerful story about what can happen when just one man stands up for what is right.
The Wizard of Oz (1939): 70th Anniversary Ultimate Collector’s Edition Blu-ray: An Absolute Must-Have for the Hardcore Fan
By Gordon S. Miller |
The “Ultimate Collector’s Edition” surely lives up to its name.
Being John Malkovich Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: Malkovich, Malkovich, Malkovich
By Gordon S. Miller |
Malkovich, malkovich, malkovich.
Skyfall Blu-ray Review: Nobody’s Done It Better
By Gordon S. Miller |
Both Skyfall and the Blu-ray on which it appears are highly recommended.
Peter Pan (1953) Diamond Edition Blu-ray Review: The Boy Who Wouldn’t Grow Up Turns 60
By Gordon S. Miller |
An entertaining film, packed with action, memorable characters, and quality artwork.
Following Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: Christopher Nolan’s Memorable Debut
By Gordon S. Miller |
A writer finds himself in the middle of a crime drama.
Frankenweenie (2012) Blu-ray Review: A Technically Impressive Animated Endeavor
By Gordon S. Miller |
Tim Burton returns to his filmmaking roots.
Batman: The Dark Knight Returns Part 1 Blu-ray Review: A Great Adaptation of Frank Miller’s Work
By Gordon S. Miller |
The plot is faithful, the animation outstanding, and the voice acting impressive.
Quincy, M.E.: Seasons 1 & 2 DVD Review: Lightning Strikes Twice for Jack Klugman
By Gordon S. Miller |
It makes for a good rental for fans of ’70s/’80s television.
Grindhouse Movie Review: Robert Rodriguez, Quentin Tarantino, and Friends Recreate the Experience
By Gordon S. Miller |
Tarantino’s well of creativity as a screenwriter has run bone dry here.
Finding Nemo Collector’s Edition Blu-ray Review: The Art of Letting Go
By Gordon S. Miller |
A story of love and parenthood.
AFI Fest 2012 Review: The Central Park Five: One the Most Important Films of the Year
By Gordon S. Miller |
It will surely ruin whatever faith viewers have in the U.S. justice system.
Eight is Enough: The Complete Second Season DVD Review: And Abby Makes Nine
By Gordon S. Miller |
Warner Archive presents the ongoing adventures of The Bradfords.
Pixar Short Films Collection Volume 2 Review: A Very Entertaining Roster
By Gordon S. Miller |
A showcase for technological innovations and the talents of up-and-coming filmmakers.
Astonishing X-Men Blu-ray Collection Review: Joss Whedon Teams Up with Marvel Superheroes
By Gordon S. Miller |
The plots are engaging and the characters entertaining.
Astonishing X-Men Blu-ray Collection Review: Joss Whedon Teams Up with Marvel Superheroes
By Gordon S. Miller |
The plots are engaging and the characters entertaining.
Stray Cats: Live in Montreux 1981 DVD Review: Rockabilly Purr-fection
By Gordon S. Miller |
The concert captures a band at the peak of their talents and demonstrates that great music is the timeless.
Brave (2012) Ultimate Collector’s Edition Review: Mothers and Daughters and Bears, Oh My!
By Gordon S. Miller |
The Blu-ray delivers such an impressive presentation it should talked about when considering the best of the year.
Concert Review: An Evening with The Monkees, Greek Theater, Los Angeles, CA, 11/10/12
By Gordon S. Miller |
“It’s about the good work we did.” – Mike Nesmith to Los Angeles Times
I, Claudius: 35th Anniversary DVD Review: An Outstanding Television Series
By Gordon S. Miller |
The drama, and a few characters, are captivatingly executed.
Shazam!: The Complete Live Action Series DVD Review: Well Intentioned but Poorly Produced
By Gordon S. Miller |
“If you’re not careful you may learn something before it’s done.” – Bill Cosby, Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids
Reservoir Dogs Movie Review: An Outstanding Debut
By Gordon S. Miller |
Twenty years later, it remains a compelling piece of work.
TIFF 2012 Review: The Bay
By Gordon S. Miller |
Barry Levinson finds success with the found-footage format.
The War Room Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: A Peek Behind the Campaign Curtain
By Gordon S. Miller |
It’s The Criterion Collection, stupid.
One Bright Shining Moment Movie Review: What Made George McGovern Run
By Gordon S. Miller |
An insightful documentary that examines the candidacy of Senator George McGovern sans gonzo journalism.
12 Angry Men Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: Guilty of Being a Great Film
By Gordon S. Miller |
This edition will make you one happy person.
Cinderella (1950) Diamond Edition Blu-ray Review: Sparkles Like a Glass Slipper in the Moonlight
By Gordon S. Miller |
It’s a must-own, particularly for those who don’t own the previous DVD edition.
John Cusack Alludes to Say Anything at Peter Gabriel’s Hollywood Bowl Concert
By Gordon S. Miller |
Lloyd Dobler lives!
Doctor Who: Vengeance on Varos Special Edition DVD Review: The Doctor Prescribes Death
By Gordon S. Miller |
There are enough good moments to make up for the flaws.
Peter Gabriel: Secret World Live Blu-ray Review: An Impressive Combination of Music and Visuals
By Gordon S. Miller |
Gabriel is a phenomenal musician/performer and this document proves it.
Homeland: The Complete First Season Blu-ray Review: Intriguing Premise and Great Acting Defeated by Terrible Writing
By Gordon S. Miller |
The season offers great moments, which is likely why the bad ones deliver such disappointment.
Licence to Kill Movie Review: Reconsidering the Revoking
By Gordon S. Miller |
This is a different kind of James Bond, and that’s a good thing.
Fringe: The Complete Fourth Season Blu-ray Review: A New Timeline Brings Both Enjoyment and Disappointment
By Gordon S. Miller |
Just think, there’s an alternative universe where the writers did a better job.
The Delta Force Blu-ray Review: Chuck Norris Negotiates Peace in the Middle East
By Gordon S. Miller |
Fun and unintentionally funny.
Modern Family: The Complete Third Season Blu-ray Review: More of the Same and That’s a Good Thing
By Gordon S. Miller |
A pleasant family sitcom that combines laughs and heart in its stories.
Absolutely Fabulous 20th Anniversary Specials: Still Not Acting Their Age, Thankfully
By Gordon S. Miller |
Edina, Patsy, and the gang return for three specials.
TIFF 2012 Review: Storm Surfers 3D: A Marvelous Adventure
By Gordon S. Miller |
Surfing for these guys isn’t just a board and some wax.
The Spy Who Loved Me Movie Review: One of the Franchise’s Best
By Gordon S. Miller |
Nobody does James Bond better than the cast and crew of The Spy Who Loved Me.
The Man with the Golden Gun Movie Review: All That’s Gold Does Not Glitter
By Gordon S. Miller |
The filmmakers missed a golden opportunity.