Smiles of a Summer Night Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: All’s Well That Ends Well
By Gordon S. Miller |
Ingmar Bergman’s film will deliver a smile any night.
Cream: Live at Royal Albert Hall London 2005 Blu-ray Review: I’m So Glad This Was Recorded
By Gordon S. Miller |
A great concert disc showcasing their triumphant return.
Book Review: Alien Vault: The Definitive Story of the Making of the Film by Ian Nathan
By Gordon S. Miller |
In space, they would hear you scream with delight.
Take Shelter Movie Review: Preparing for the Storm
By Gordon S. Miller |
A compelling family drama anchored by Michael Shannon’s captivating performance.
Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: Buy the Disc, Take the Ride
By Gordon S. Miller |
Highly recommended for Thompson fans and mildly recommended for Gilliam fans.
Pixar Short Films Collection Volume 1 DVD Review: A Study in Animation
By Gordon S. Miller |
A great collections of shorts that shows the company developing its talent and techniques.
Blood Simple Blu-ray Review: The Coen Brothers’ Impressive Debut Launches a Few Careers
By Gordon S. Miller |
A well-plotted, modern-day film noir.
Killer Elite Movie Review: Better Than Expected
By Gordon S. Miller |
A little bit of effort in writing the story goes a long way in making an entertaining movie.
The Hustler (1961) Blu-ray Review: This Disc is a Born Winner
By Gordon S. Miller |
“I’m Eddie Felson. I shoot straight pool.”
X-Men: First Class Blu-ray Review: Arguably the Best of the Film Franchise
By Gordon S. Miller |
The merry mutants go back to their beginnings.
Topsy-Turvy Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: It Is the Very Model of a Modern-Day Blu-ray Release
By Gordon S. Miller |
Mike Leigh’s marvelous look back at Gilbert and Sullivan.
Blow Out Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: Hearing Is Believing
By Gordon S. Miller |
Brian De Palma delivers the goods with this political thriller.
D23 Expo 2011: Walt Disney Studios Upcoming Live-Action Releases
By Gordon S. Miller |
Based on audience reaction, The Muppets and The Avengers are what Expo attendees are most excited about.
D23 Expo 2011: Walt Disney Studios Upcoming Animated Releases
By Gordon S. Miller |
Sneak Peeks of Brave and Wreck-It Ralph were the highlights.
The Mikado Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: Dated but Has its Charms
By Gordon S. Miller |
An enjoyable melding of opera and film that offers a glimpse back in time at the sitcom of its day.
Laws of Gravity DVD Review: Scorsese’s Mean Streets Did It Before and Did It Better
By Gordon S. Miller |
Writer/director Nick Gomez does nothing new or memorable with this familiar material.
Rise of the Planet of the Apes Presents the Rise of a New Franchise
By Gordon S. Miller |
Andy Serkis as Caesar and the CGI work by Weta Digital are the film’s highlights.
Book Review: Joe Simon: My Life in Comics
By Gordon S. Miller |
A great look at the comic book industry from the inside.
Planet of the Apes (1968) Blu-ray Review: A Franchise Started with a “Smile”
By Gordon S. Miller |
You’ll want to get your stinking paws on this one.
Captain America: The First Avenger Movie Review: Marvelous As a Standalone Story and As an Expansion of a Cinematic Franchise
By Gordon S. Miller |
The movie succeeds in large part due to the casting of Chris Evans.
Have a Laugh! Volume 3 and 4 DVD Review: Samplers of Disney’s Animated Stars
By Gordon S. Miller |
The series introduces classic Disney cartoons to young children.
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Movie Review: The Empire Strikes Back of the Harry Potter Series
By Gordon S. Miller |
Arguably the best adaptation of the series up to this point.
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire Ultimate Edition Blu-ray Review
By Gordon S. Miller |
Harry, Ron, and Hermione deal with the external forces working for Lord Voldemort and the internal ones associated with growing up.
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban Movie Review: Why So Sirius?
By Gordon S. Miller |
Plenty of characterization and plot developments keep the viewer’s interest.
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets Movie Review: Mysteries and a Riddle
By Gordon S. Miller |
Though frequently derided as the least favorite film in the franchise, it does contain some magic.
Au revoir les enfants Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: Louis Malle’s Remembrance of Things Past
By Gordon S. Miller |
Another valuable WWII-inspired entry in the Criterion Collection.
Game Review: Scene It? – Harry Potter 2nd Edition
By Gordon S. Miller |
Discontinued fun for the whole family.
American: The Bill Hicks Story Blu-ray Review: Only the Ruthlessly Funny Die Young
By Gordon S. Miller |
There aren’t now and haven’t been many comedians like Bill Hicks.
Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark (Special Edition) DVD Review: Remains a Classic Adventure Film 30 Years Later
By Gordon S. Miller |
A valuable treasure, but not worth double-dipping.
The Comancheros Blu-ray Review: The Duke Doesn’t Abide Bad Guys
By Gordon S. Miller |
“It would break my heart if I had to put a bullet in your back.” – Capt. Jake Cutter
True Grit (2010) Blu-ray Review: Fill Your Hand With It
By Gordon S. Miller |
The high standards set by True Grit the film have been maintained by those responsible for creating the Blu-ray.
Platoon Blu-ray Review: A Balanced, Realistic Portrayal of War
By Gordon S. Miller |
“Somebody once wrote: ‘Hell is the impossibility of reason.’ That’s what this place feels like. Hell.” – Pvt. Chris Taylor
Drive Angry DVD Review: Watch Disappointed
By Gordon S. Miller |
I wish the Accountant had taken this back to Hell before I saw it.
M*A*S*H Blu-ray Review: A Brilliant Military Farce
By Gordon S. Miller |
The bits of comedic insanity are separated by the insanity of war.
The Times of Harvey Milk Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: History in the Making
By Gordon S. Miller |
An outstanding documentary that presents an important chapter in the United States civil rights movement.
My Last Movie Before the Rapture
By Gordon S. Miller |
It’s too late and would be disingenuous to start pandering now.
Pirates of Tortuga DVD Review: A Love Story at its Core
By Gordon S. Miller |
Fans of Classic Hollywood spectacles should enjoy this romantic tale.
A High Wind in Jamaica DVD Review: This Children’s Pirate Adventure Blows
By Gordon S. Miller |
An action film starring Coburn and Quinn sounds good on paper. Unfortunately, that’s not what this movie contains.
Army of Shadows Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: A Different Kind of Spy Thriller
By Gordon S. Miller |
An impressive film that honors those whose story it tells.
Friday the 13th (1980) Blu-ray Review: The Uncut Edition
By Gordon S. Miller |
The one that launched a franchise.
Super Friends: The Legendary Super Powers Show: The Complete Series DVD Review
By Gordon S. Miller |
Die-hard fans and very young children will enjoy The Legendary Super Powers Show.
Super Friends: The Lost Episodes DVD Review: Definitely Geared Towards Kids
By Gordon S. Miller |
The “lost” adventures feature a wide roster of heroes teaming up in various combinations.
All-Star Superman Blu-ray Review: You Will Believe a Man Can Die
By Gordon S. Miller |
An action-packed adventure that has something to offer even to those who aren’t fans of the character.
The TCM Classic Film Festival 2011: Presenting Music and the Movies
By Gordon S. Miller |
A wide variety of material to see for the first time or revisit on the silver screen.
Super Friends!: Season One, Volume Two DVD Review: Some May Enjoy Its Quaintness
By Gordon S. Miller |
The stories have the heroes dealing with aliens and evil scientists.
Super Friends!: Season One, Volume One DVD Review: The Series Still Has a Charm
By Gordon S. Miller |
Hanna-Barbera’s Super Friends features an all-star team of DC Comics heroes.
Being There Blu-ray Review: Peter Sellers in One of His Finest Performances
By Gordon S. Miller |
Whether identified as a serious comedy or a funny drama, Being There is a very enjoyable.
Doctor Who: The Monster of Peladon DVD Review: A Well-Written Sequel
By Gordon S. Miller |
Doctor Who fans would be wise to spend some time with The Monster of Peladon.
Doctor Who: The Space Museum / The Chase DVD Review: Two Time-Traveling Adventures
By Gordon S. Miller |
Absolutely charming if the context can be appreciated.