Gordon S. Miller

The Aviator Movie Review: An Interesting Biography Set During an Interesting Time in America’s History

As the film illustrates Howard Hughes’ crews striving towards perfection to meet his vision, that same level of dedication and determination is matched by Scorsese’s crews in the creation of his vision.

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The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus Movie Review: Stunning Visuals Can’t Save an Unsatisfying Story

Even though a Terry Gilliam misfire has more going for it than most less-talented directors’ successes, I can’t recommend it.

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The Comancheros Blu-ray Review: The Duke Doesn’t Abide Bad Guys

“It would break my heart if I had to put a bullet in your back.” – Capt. Jake Cutter

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Daredevil (2003) Review: A Good Action Movie but Nothing Special

It’s just a piece of Action Meringue Pie, tasty at the time yet leaving you empty and unfulfilled in a matter of minutes.

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Saturday Night Live: The Complete First Season DVD Review: How It Started

After Johnny Carson’s request that NBC stop airing Best of Carson on the weekends, the network wanted to fill the gap with a 90-minute variety show. Former Laugh-In writer Lorne Michaels was hired to run the show and the rest is television history, but how many people actually know the entire history? The Not Ready…

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Nirvana: Sliver – The Best of the Box Album Review

It is really good to hear Cobain’s artistic growth over the years, but I’m not sure for whom the album is meant.

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True Grit (2010) Blu-ray Review: Fill Your Hand With It

The high standards set by True Grit the film have been maintained by those responsible for creating the Blu-ray.

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The Triplets of Belleville Movie Review: One Wild, Weird Ride

This film will do well with people who enjoy animation and foreign films.

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Spartacus 50th Anniversary Edition Blu-ray Review: A Good Movie, but a Disappointing Blu-ray

A good, swords-and-sandals epic from the latter stage of the classic Hollywood era.

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Platoon Blu-ray Review: A Balanced, Realistic Portrayal of War

“Somebody once wrote: ‘Hell is the impossibility of reason.’ That’s what this place feels like. Hell.” – Pvt. Chris Taylor

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Gladiator (2000) Movie Review: Friends, Romans, Countrymen, Lend Ridley Scott Your Eyes and Ears

If one seeks a movie about good triumphing over evil, Gladiator is your champion.

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Drive Angry DVD Review: Watch Disappointed

I wish the Accountant had taken this back to Hell before I saw it.

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M*A*S*H Blu-ray Review: A Brilliant Military Farce

The bits of comedic insanity are separated by the insanity of war.

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The Times of Harvey Milk Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: History in the Making

An outstanding documentary that presents an important chapter in the United States civil rights movement.

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My Last Movie Before the Rapture

It’s too late and would be disingenuous to start pandering now.

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Pirates of Tortuga DVD Review: A Love Story at its Core

Fans of Classic Hollywood spectacles should enjoy this romantic tale.

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A High Wind in Jamaica DVD Review: This Children’s Pirate Adventure Blows

An action film starring Coburn and Quinn sounds good on paper. Unfortunately, that’s not what this movie contains.

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Army of Shadows Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: A Different Kind of Spy Thriller

An impressive film that honors those whose story it tells.

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Friday the 13th (1980) Blu-ray Review: The Uncut Edition

The one that launched a franchise.

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Super Friends: The Legendary Super Powers Show: The Complete Series DVD Review

Die-hard fans and very young children will enjoy The Legendary Super Powers Show.

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Super Friends: The Lost Episodes DVD Review: Definitely Geared Towards Kids

The “lost” adventures feature a wide roster of heroes teaming up in various combinations.

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All-Star Superman Blu-ray Review: You Will Believe a Man Can Die

An action-packed adventure that has something to offer even to those who aren’t fans of the character.

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The TCM Classic Film Festival 2011: Presenting Music and the Movies

A wide variety of material to see for the first time or revisit on the silver screen.

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Super Friends!: Season One, Volume Two DVD Review: Some May Enjoy Its Quaintness

The stories have the heroes dealing with aliens and evil scientists.

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Super Friends!: Season One, Volume One DVD Review: The Series Still Has a Charm

Hanna-Barbera’s Super Friends features an all-star team of DC Comics heroes.

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Being There Blu-ray Review: Peter Sellers in One of His Finest Performances

Whether identified as a serious comedy or a funny drama, Being There is a very enjoyable.

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Doctor Who: The Monster of Peladon DVD Review: A Well-Written Sequel

Doctor Who fans would be wise to spend some time with The Monster of Peladon.

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Doctor Who: The Space Museum / The Chase DVD Review: Two Time-Traveling Adventures

Absolutely charming if the context can be appreciated.

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8 1/2 Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: A World-Cinema Landmark

It’s a must-own for anyone serious about cinema and gets better with each viewing.

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The Dark Knight: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack Album Review

The partnership of Zimmer and Howard has created a wonderful collection of music that is perfectly enjoyable and stands on its own for those who haven’t seen the movie.

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Legend of the Fist: The Return of Chen Zhen Movie Review

Donnie Yen makes a welcome return to the character.

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The Incredibles Blu-ray Review: An Incredible High Def Experience

An engaging drama about a man struggling to balance career and family set in a superhero world.

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Justice League: The Complete Series DVD Review: Will Keep Comic Fans Entertained for Hours

It’s a smart show that understands and respects both the material and its audience.

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Fiddler on the Roof 40th Anniversary Blu-ray Review

The musical about tradition debuts in a new format.

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U2 3D Movie Review: Almost Better Than the Real Thing

U2 gives viewers something they can nearly feel, fee-ee-eel.

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The Who: Live at The Isle of Wight Festival 1970 DVD Review: Absolutely Brilliant

Who’s the greatest rock and roll band of all time? This DVD may make the case.

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Shine a Light DVD Review: The Rolling Stones and Martin Scorsese Deliver Satisfaction

These legends prove they still got it with this concert filmed in 2006.

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Woodstock: 3 Days of Peace & Music (Director’s Cut) Blu-ray Review: The Beginning of the End of the ’60s

The 40th Anniversary Ultimate Collector’s Edition is quite a trip.

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The Complete Monterey Pop Festival Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: A Marvelous Time Capsule

The set includes the films: Monterey Pop, Jimi Plays Monterey, and Shake! Otis at Monterey.

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Seven Samurai Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: A Cinematic Masterpiece of Epic Proportions

A landmark in the history of film whose influence is still felt.

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A Pup Named Scooby-Doo: Complete 2nd, 3rd & 4th Seasons DVD Review

Kids may well like the silliness Pup has to offer, but those who grew up on earlier versions will barely recognize the show.

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Joyeux Noel Movie Review: Demonstrating People Are More Alike Than Different

It walks a fine line between comedy and drama and excels at both without compromising either.

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The Jayhawks: Hollywood Town Hall and Tomorrow the Green Grass (Legacy Edition) Albums Review

This Minnesota band worked under the radar and ahead of their time.

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The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King Review: An Amazing Film on a Very Grand Scale

Peter Jackson’s The Lord of the Rings does for movies what Tolkein’s The Lord of the Rings does for books.

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Alien vs. Predator Movie Review: Quickly Disintegrates into Fighting and Special Effects

Sure, all aspects of the writing were bad, but I wasn’t going to see Shakespeare’s Alien vs. Predator.

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The Lincoln Lawyer Movie Review: Guilty of Being a Very Good Film

If filmgoers are looking for a smart, well-acted story, they should make an appointment with The Lincoln Lawyer.

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Wonder Woman (2009) (Two-Disc Special Edition) DVD Review: The Iconic Character Deserves Better

It’s a wonder this got made considering how many bad choices the creative team made.

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