Brazil Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: Dreams and Nightmares Courtesy of Terry Gilliam
By Gordon S. Miller |
Some times the little guy wins and some times he loses.
Joseph Campbell and The Power of Myth with Bill Moyers: 25th Anniversary Edition DVD Review
By Gordon S. Miller |
If you own one DVD set, it should contain this series.
LAFF 2013 Review: A Compelling Look at Our Nixon
By Gordon S. Miller |
This found-footage documentary that offers a compelling look at his presidency from the inside.
Fast & Furious 6 Movie Review: Flashy & Fantastic
By Gordon S. Miller |
It bucks conventional wisdom about sequels and is the best one yet.
Prometheus (2012) Blu-ray Review: A Feast for the Senses, An Appetizer for the Mind
By Gordon S. Miller |
My deep appreciation of the film’s visual style is why I am so disappointed there are problems with the script.
Man of Steel (2013) Movie Review: Man of Action, but Little Thought
By Gordon S. Miller |
A Superman I don’t completely recognize and I’m okay with that.
Book Review: The Treasures of Bruce Lee by Paul Bowman
By Gordon S. Miller |
The book is an absolute treasure to fans of Bruce Lee.
Fast Five Review: Between the Rock and a Heist Movie
By Gordon S. Miller |
A fight between Diesel and the Rock. What more do you want?
3:10 to Yuma (2007) Movie Review: A Thought-provoking Western
By Gordon S. Miller |
Is it better to reign in Hell than serve in Heaven?
Fast & Furious Movie Review: Figuring Out the Four-mula
By Gordon S. Miller |
Recommend to those looking for an entertaining action movie.
The Great Escape Blu-ray Review: Delivers Good WWII Escapism
By Gordon S. Miller |
An enjoyable film for fans of war stories
Star Trek: Into Darkness Movie Review: Leads Into Dopiness and Damnableness
By Gordon S. Miller |
One of the worst movies I’ve seen in quite a while.
The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift Movie Review: Crashes and Burns
By Gordon S. Miller |
I would recommend drifting right on by it.
Miles Davis with Quincy Jones & the Gil Evans Orchestra Live at Montreux Blu-ray Review: Sketches from Switzerland
By Gordon S. Miller |
A wonderful bit of jazz history for a number of reasons.
Star Trek: Nemesis Movie Review: The Wrath of Bad Moviemaking
By Gordon S. Miller |
The Next Generation crew go out with a whimper.
Star Trek: Insurrection Movie Review: New Aliens, Age-old Problems
By Gordon S. Miller |
A mixed bag, with plenty to like and dislike.
2 Fast 2 Furious Movie Review: 2 Dumb 4 Me
By Gordon S. Miller |
“All right, let’s see what this thing can do.” – Brian O’Connor
Iron Man 3 Movie Review: Third Time’s a Charm
By Gordon S. Miller |
Highly recommend for fans of action and/or Downey as Stark.
Book Review: The Complete Steve Canyon, Volume 3: 1951-1952 by Milton Caniff
By Gordon S. Miller |
Even though Volume 3 opens during the conclusion of a story, it makes a perfect introduction to the strip and Milton Caniff.
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.