The Great Ziegfeld Blu-ray Review: There’s No Business Like Show Business
By Gordon S. Miller |
William Powell’s charm and William Anthony McGuire’s hagiographic screenplay make Ziegfeld “great.”
The Rolling Stones: Live at the Wiltern Blu-ray Review: 20 Licks Up Close and I Like It
By Gordon S. Miller |
The Stones and company deliver a great performance that fans of all stripes should appreciate.
Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny Blu-ray Review: A Must-own for Fans of the D
By Gordon S. Miller |
A raunchy musical comedy filled with good rock songs and funny references to other movies.
Wolfman’s Got Nards Blu-ray Review: The Monster Squad Squad Speaks
By Gordon S. Miller |
A wonderful gift to commemorate the movie’s pearl anniversary.
The Monster Squad Blu-ray Review: And the Children Shall Lead
By Gordon S. Miller |
It’s the Little Rascals meeting the Universal Monsters.
2024 Oscar-Nominated Live Action Short Films Review
By Gordon S. Miller |
Starting February 16, the 19th annual Oscar Nominated Short Films will be available in over 700 theaters globally and in 75+ theatrical markets including New York and Los Angeles. This is the only opportunity for audiences to watch all of the short film nominees in theaters before the 96th Academy Awards ceremony on Sunday, March…
Casino Remastered Edition Blu-ray Review: Paradise in the Desert Lost
By Gordon S. Miller |
Thankfully, what happens in Vegas doesn’t always stay there.
Book Review: Marvel Studios: The Infinity Saga – The Art of Iron Man by John Rhett Thomas
By Gordon S. Miller |
It’s recommended for fans of the movie and more so for fans of making movies.
Book Review: 50 Oscar Nights: Iconic Stars & Filmmakers on Their Career-Defining Wins by Dave Karger
By Gordon S. Miller |
It’s so well executed readers will be left wanting another 50 nights, if not more.
Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths Part One Blu-ray Review: It Starts with a Flash
By Gordon S. Miller |
The movie gets a lot right in terms of the plot and the action sequences so I am curious about the remaining two parts.
The Odd Couple: The Complete Series Blu-ray Review: Opposites Attract Laughs
By Gordon S. Miller |
Fans will be glad to have the entire series in their library and should appreciate the high-definition video presentation and the extras.
Jackie Chan: Emergence of a Superstar Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: An Enjoyable Six-Pack of Chan’s Early Films
By Gordon S. Miller |
From these films, it’s clear why Chan became known as the Clown Prince of Kung Fu.
Telefon Is the Pick of the Week
By Gordon S. Miller |
I am a fan of director Don Seigel, actor Charles Bronson, and screenwriter Peter Hyams, so I am certainly intrigued to see this Cold War tale of espionage.
Book Review: Walt Disney’s Donald Duck “Maharajah Donald” by Carl Barks
By Gordon S. Miller |
The Carl Barks stories collected here strike a great balance between far-off adventures and achievable, local mischief.
TV Review: Star Wars Holiday Special
By Gordon S. Miller |
This TV special will leave the viewer puzzled and filled with questions.
Oppenheimer Blu-ray Review: Prometheus Bound
By Gordon S. Miller |
A standout film of the year and of Christopher Nolan’s career.
Book Review: Warner Bros.: 100 Years of Storytelling by Mark A. Vieira
By Gordon S. Miller |
While it doesn’t tell the whole story, Warner Bros.: 100 Years of Storytelling is a fun trip down movie memory lane.
The Life and Times of Allen Ginsberg DVD Review: See One of the Best Minds of His Generation
By Gordon S. Miller |
The Life and Times of Allen Ginsberg were both fascinating because the choices Ginsberg made in the former made an impact upon the latter.
Barbie Blu-ray Review: When Worlds Collide
By Gordon S. Miller |
Greta Gerwig’s Barbie should be considered the film of 2023
Dumb Money Blu-ray Review: Fascinating to Watch Because of the Plot and Entertaining Because of the Cast
By Gordon S. Miller |
Before the envelopes are opened, let us know your thoughts.
The Life of Emile Zola Blu-ray Review: Paul Muni Gives a Great Performance in the Lead Role
By Gordon S. Miller |
Notable for being Warner Bros.’s first Best Picture winner, it has aged well unlike many of the Academy’s choices.
The Office (2005): Complete Christmas Collection DVD Review: Ain’t No Party Like a Dunder Mifflin Party
By Gordon S. Miller |
There’s plenty of laughs throughout thanks to the talented cast and writers.
Moonage Daydream Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: A Phantasmagoric Journey Through the Art and Mind of David Bowie
By Gordon S. Miller |
Follow White Rabbit Brett Morgen into the audiovisual wonderland that is Moonage Daydream.
The Lady from Shanghai Blu-ray Review: Forget It, Michael. It’s Chinatown
By Gordon S. Miller |
Orson Welles’ The Lady from Shanghai is an engaging film noir reminiscent of Howard Hawks’ The Big Sleep.
Laurel & Hardy: Year One – The Newly Restored 1927 Silents Blu-ray Review: A Standout Release
By Gordon S. Miller |
Although it took several shorts before they were joined together as a comedy team, this collection delivers plenty of laughs.
Wallace & Gromit: The Complete Cracking Collection Blu-ray Review: Charming, Entertaining, and Imaginative
By Gordon S. Miller |
If you don’t have any of these shorts in your library, this disc is worth picking up.
Scorsese Shorts Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: A Must-own for Fans of the Director
By Gordon S. Miller |
It’s a fascinating look back because themes and techniques Scorsese will revisit throughout his career are on display.
R.E.M. – Up (25th Anniversary) Deluxe Edition Album Review: And Then There Were Three
By Gordon S. Miller |
This 25th anniversary edition offers an opportunity for a re-examination of a talented band willing to “Walk Unafraid” and push themselves in a new direction.
Book Review: Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan: The Making of the Classic Film by John Tenuto & Maria Jose Tenuto
By Gordon S. Miller |
Sure to satisfy the needs of the film’s many fans.
AFI Fest 2023 Review: Menus-Plaisirs – Les Troisgros
By Gordon S. Miller |
At four hours, Wiseman may challenge your attention span in one sitting, but for those interested in the artistry of food, the documentary is well worth sampling.
AFI Fest 2023 Review: Albert Brooks: Defending My Life
By Gordon S. Miller |
A love letter to a comic genius.
Meg 2: The Trench Blu-ray Review: Works Best When It Repeats What Worked Before
By Gordon S. Miller |
Meg 2: The Trench stumbles out of the gate as the serious tone of the first half isn’t in line nor does it work as well as the campiness of the second half.
Strays (2023) Blu-ray Review: The Incredibly Crude Journey
By Gordon S. Miller |
If you enjoy crude humor, the movie should fetch laughter.
Wallace & Gromit: The Complete Cracking Collection Is the Pick of the Week
By Gordon S. Miller |
Gromit, it’s the right Blu-ray.
New York Stories Blu-ray Review: A Disappointing Trio from Three Great Directors
By Gordon S. Miller |
Fans of the film should be pleased with the high-definition presentation on the Blu-ray from KL Studio Classics.
Book Review: Walt Disney’s Donald Duck “Christmas on Bear Mountain” by Carl Barks
By Gordon S. Miller |
A wonderful collection for the young and young at heart.
Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas: Beyond Halloween Town: The Story, the Characters, and the Legacy by Emily Zemler
By Gordon S. Miller |
It’s a great introduction to new fans and a wonderful survey for those who helped make the film a mild box-office success back in 1993.
Malone Blu-ray Review: Burt Reynolds Shows Off a Particular Set of Skills in a Generic Actioner
By Gordon S. Miller |
It’s a fine shoot-’em up, but not a genre standout.
The Woody Woodpecker and Friends Classic Cartoon Collection DVD Review: A Fantastic Set
By Gordon S. Miller |
It belongs in the library of every serious fan of animation and those who enjoy a good laugh.
Book Review: Ernie in Kovacsland: Writings, Drawings, and Photographs from Television’s Original Genius
By Gordon S. Miller |
Curious comedy fans should and Kovacs fans must visit Ernie in Kovacsland.
The Flash (2023) Blu-ray Review: You Can’t Go Home Again
By Gordon S. Miller |
It contains good humor, great action, and amidst all the comic book cacophony, there is a thoughtful story.
The Broadway Melody Blu-ray Review: Give My Regards to the Warner Archive Team
By Gordon S. Miller |
While the backstage exploits are familiar to the genre, it’s a fun snapshot of a bygone era for both film and theater.
Book Review: Christopher Nolan: The Iconic Filmmaker and His Work by Ian Nathan
By Gordon S. Miller |
Ian Nathan serves as a literary archeologist, excavating Nolan’s films, digging into their production, their themes, and the reactions they earned.
Book Review: Walt Disney’s Uncle Scrooge “Cave of Ali Baba” by Carl Barks
By Gordon S. Miller |
Fans of Disney comics and youth adventures should enter the“Cave of Ali Baba” and the other fowl stories in this volume.
“Asteroid City” Is the Pick of the Week
By Gordon S. Miller |
Make your to-watch list, starting with my Pick of the Week.
The Fastest Gun Alive Blu-ray Review: A Compelling Western
By Gordon S. Miller |
While “The Fastest Gun Alive” is a dangerous title to hold, it’s a wonderful title to own.
Fast X Blu-ray Review: It’s Still About Family
By Gordon S. Miller |
The high-definition presentation highlights the state-of-the-art action scenes and the work of the crew.
Robot Monster: 70th Anniversary Edition Blu-ray Review: A Dream Release for 3-D Fans
By Gordon S. Miller |
This release is memorable for the right reasons.
Midsummer Scream 2023 Review, Part 2: Sunday Spooky Sunday
By Gordon S. Miller |
I would highly recommend Midsummer Scream to anyone considering attending.