Criterion’s The Adventures of Baron Munchausen is the Pick of the Week
By Gordon S. Miller |
Ring in the new year with some new releases on Blu-ray.
Twilight (1998) Blu-ray Review: Mystery and Noir Fans Should Enjoy It
By Gordon S. Miller |
An errand for a friend lands Harry Ross in the middle of multiple murder investigations, from past and the present.
South Park: Post Covid Blu-ray Review: An Entertaining Mix of Goofy and Serious
By Gordon S. Miller |
The two-part story illustrates writer/director Trey Parker’s ability to continue delivering the series’ trademark blend of juvenile humor and insightful social commentary at Season 24.
Book Review: TCM Underground: 50 Must-See Films from the World of Classic Cult and Late-Night Cinema by Millie De Chirico & Quatoyiah Murry
By Gordon S. Miller |
A great addition to the library for those who have an alternative definition of “classic movie.”
Let There Be Drums! DVD Review: And There Was Drums and Drummers!
By Gordon S. Miller |
One doesn’t have to be a fan of drums or the Grateful Dead to enjoy Justin Kreutzmann’s Let There Be Drums!, as the drummers’ passions for their craft is infectious.
Make Way for Tomorrow Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: Children Just Don’t Understand
By Gordon S. Miller |
“The saddest movie ever made.” – Orson Welles
We Are As Gods DVD Review: A Life Well Lived
By Gordon S. Miller |
Stewart Brand is a fascinating figure whose passions and optimism have led him to impact culture, both American and global.
Aqua Teen Forever: Plantasm Blu-ray Review: Reunited, and It Feels So Good
By Gordon S. Miller |
Although there’s over 150 episodes and a movie, Plantasm is as good a place as any to enter the ATHF franchise.
Stargirl: The Complete Second Season Blu-ray Review: A Wonderful Continuation of the Series
By Gordon S. Miller |
Over the 13 episodes, the new Justice Society of America combats dark forces, both externally and internally.
Lost Highway Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: A Neo-noir with a Twist
By Gordon S. Miller |
You may end up lost but you’ll enjoy the journey.
Beast (2022) Blu-ray Review: A Fun, Albeit Familiar, Adventure
By Gordon S. Miller |
Baltasar Kormákur’s Beast and his visual effects team present thrills in this conventional man-versus-animal story set among the South African plains where a man must save his family against a lion driven to kill after the loss of its pride to poachers. Widower Dr. Nate Samuels (Idris Alba) takes his young daughters, Meredith (Iyana Halley),…
TV Review: Doctor Who: “The Power of the Doctor”
By Gordon S. Miller |
The real power of the Doctor are the show’s characters and the actors who portray them.
The Automat DVD Review: A Wonderful Piece of Americana
By Gordon S. Miller |
“How it began, how it blossomed, how it ended” – Mel Brooks
Batman and Superman: Battle of the Super Sons Blu-ray Review: The Super Odd Couple Unites for the First Time
By Gordon S. Miller |
A good combination of superhero antics and family drama.
Adventure Time: Distant Lands Blu-ray: The Saga Continues
By Gordon S. Miller |
As a causal fan of the series, I enjoyed the writing and animation in these specials.
Mark of the Vampire Blu-ray Review: A Horror Film Until It Isn’t
By Gordon S. Miller |
Enjoyable for those in the mood for light horror from the Classic Hollywood era.
Aqua Teen Hunger Force: The Baffler Meal Complete Collection DVD Review
By Gordon S. Miller |
If you love the show, The Baffler Meal Complete Collection is a great way to have access to ATHF, especially if the cable or internet is out.
ELVIS (2022) Blu-ray Review: That Film’s All Right
By Gordon S. Miller |
Grand in style but short on substance.
Facing Nolan Blu-ray Review: All Baseball Fans Should Face Ryan’s Story
By Gordon S. Miller |
For the non-baseball fans, the movie tells the story of a family man who persevered to become one of the best to ever do what he did.
South Park: The Complete Twenty-Fourth Season Blu-ray Review: COVID Comes to Town
By Gordon S. Miller |
The two COVID-themed specials are what anyone familiar with the series would expect.
The Thin Man Goes Home Blu-ray Review: Bring This Comic Mystery to Your Home
By Gordon S. Miller |
There’s enough comedy to go with the mystery to keep the audience entertained as well as engaged.
Green Lantern: Beware My Power Blu-ray Review: An Action-packed, Enjoyable Adventure for John Stewart’s First Outing
By Gordon S. Miller |
Although a reluctant hero, John proves to be worthy of the ring even though he sometimes fades into the background as the story’s scope expands.
The Capote Tapes DVD Review: Other Voices Help Tell the Story of the Famous Author
By Gordon S. Miller |
Recommended for those who want to learn about Truman Capote and his work.
Devil in a Blue Dress Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: Denzel Washington Makes Solving Mysteries Look Easy
By Gordon S. Miller |
The real mystery is why a film this good didn’t connect with audiences in 1995.
Comic-Con International: San Diego 2022 Saturday Program Highlights
By Gordon S. Miller |
Here’s what I am hoping to see on Day 3.
Phil Lynott Songs For While I’m Away + Thin Lizzy: The Boys Are Back In Town: Live at the Sydney Opera House October 1978 DVD Review
By Gordon S. Miller |
Believe these words: add this Thin Lizzy set to your classic rock collection.
Comic-Con International: San Diego 2022 Friday Program Highlights
By Gordon S. Miller |
Where you might find me on this day when I am not standing in a line.
Comic-Con International: San Diego 2022 Thursday Program Highlights
By Gordon S. Miller |
The programmers have done a great job because they have made choosing what to see tough as a number of intriguing panels have time conflicts.
Downton Abbey: A New Era Blu-ray Review: A Wedding and a Funeral and More
By Gordon S. Miller |
A New Era does a better job than the previous film in allowing all the characters to get their moments.
Strawberry Mansion Blu-ray Review: Seek Out This Surrealistic, Genre-blending Film
By Gordon S. Miller |
Albert Birney and Kentucker Audley should be on everyone’s “Filmmakers to Watch” list because this pair have proven to be ingenious talents.
Tribeca 2022 Review: The Lost Weekend: A Love Story
By Gordon S. Miller |
For new Beatles/John Lennon fans, The Lost Weekend: A Love Story is worth watching.
Tribeca 2022 Review: Employee of the Month
By Gordon S. Miller |
The film shows not much has changed for women since its thematic predecessor Colin Higgins’s 9 to 5 even though they are set in different countries over four decades apart.
Breaking In (1989) Blu-ray Review: Burt Reynolds Performance is the Film’s Strong Point
By Gordon S. Miller |
Not a comedy or a crime story, but rather a drama with amusing situations.
The Police: Around the World (Restored & Expanded) Review: An Entertaining Scrapbook from the Band’s Early Days
By Gordon S. Miller |
The bonus concert material and the live album make the set worth owning.
The Batman (2022) Blu-ray Review: Matt Reeves Delivers a Fresh Take on the Franchise with a Noiresque Detective Story
By Gordon S. Miller |
The Blu-ray offers a high-definition experience that succeeds in showcasing the crew’s work
Trekkies: 25th Anniversary Edition Blu-ray Review: It’s Logical to Them
By Gordon S. Miller |
Trekkies opens a window to a fascinating world, strange and new to some, familiar to others.
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness Movie Review: Sam Raimi’s Magic Saves a Jam-packed Script
By Gordon S. Miller |
There might be too much going on for the casual viewer, but those invested in the MCU should enjoy it.
Constantine: The House of Mystery Blu-ray Review: A Cosmic Groundhog Day
By Gordon S. Miller |
This cartoon quartet shows that the DC Comics universe is broader than just costumed superheroes.
Ambulance (2022) Movie Review: Brothers Make Grim Choices in Michael Bay’s Latest
By Gordon S. Miller |
A very good actioner that keeps the intensity up for a long period.
The Last Waltz Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: And All the People Were Singin’
By Gordon S. Miller |
Martin Scorsese captures the Band’s farewell concert on Thanksgiving 1976.
Night Shift (1982) Blu-ray Review: Pimpin’ Ain’t Easy but Comedy Is for This Cast
By Gordon S. Miller |
Night Shift leans into its silliness thanks to Michael Keaton’s breakout performance.
WonderCon 2022 Program Highlights
By Gordon S. Miller |
What I am most interested in seeing, although whether I attend them is anyone’s guess at this point.
All My Sons (1948) Blu-ray Review: Greed Is Not Good
By Gordon S. Miller |
A compelling look at a character so driven to achieve the American Dream he cares nothing about to cost to himself and others.
Bringing Up Baby Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: Bone up on a Comedy Classic
By Gordon S. Miller |
A very funny comedy of errors brought to life by a talented cast who handle the silliness they been tasked with well.
The Batman (2022) Movie Review: Vengeance and Vigilantes Flood Gotham
By Gordon S. Miller |
A compelling mystery populated by intriguing characters brought to life by a talented cast.
2022 Oscar-Nominated Animated Short Films Review
By Gordon S. Miller |
Not sure how Academy voters will see it, but my choice wins based on the animation alone.
Sundance 2022 Review: La Guerra Civil
By Gordon S. Miller |
Boxing fans should definitely enjoy it, but there’s also something here for the non-boxing fan.
Fritz the Cat / The Nine Lives of Fritz the Cat Blu-rays Review: Sex, Drugs, and Counterculture
By Gordon S. Miller |
Fritz’s animated adventures are available in high definition.
Sundance 2022 Review: We Need to Talk About Cosby
By Gordon S. Miller |
What happens when our hero is revealed to be a villain.
Rifkin’s Festival Movie Review: Another Story About a Dead Shark
By Gordon S. Miller |
Rifkin’s Festival suffers as much of Woody Allen’s latter work does by feeling stale.