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.
The Ultimate Richard Pryor Collection (Uncensored) 13-DVD Set Review: Earns the Ultimate Designation
By Gordon S. Miller |
This deep dive into Pryor’s career is for the hardcore fan.
Dune (2021) Blu-ray Review: Although Half the Story, Denis Villeneuve Delivers an Entertaining Science Fiction Spectacle
By Gordon S. Miller |
The film immerses the viewer in the story, and the Blu-ray’s high-definition presentation immerses the viewer in the film.
Ragtime (1981) Blu-ray Review: The Movie Needed to be Shorter or Longer to Succeed
By Gordon S. Miller |
There are a lot of characters whose actions make them and their plight unsympathetic.
Shadow of the Thin Man Blu-ray Review: Bask in the Laughs and Intrigue
By Gordon S. Miller |
The chemistry of William Powell and Myrna Loy is a rare quality and wonderful to witness.
All My Sons is the Pick of the Week
By Gordon S. Miller |
Knowing how good the story is and how good these actors are, All My Sons is definitely my Pick of the Week.
Live at Mister Kelly’s DVD Review: A History of Chicago Told Through a Nightclub
By Gordon S. Miller |
Live at Mister Kelly’s is an enjoyable discovery for those new to it and a marvelous scrapbook for those that remember it.
High Sierra Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: Raoul Walsh Tells a Story Twice
By Gordon S. Miller |
Criterion’s High Sierra / Colorado Territory double feature is a great release for fans of classic Hollywood.
Book Review: The Unseen Photos of Street Gang: How We Got to Sesame Street by Trevor Crafts
By Gordon S. Miller |
A behind-the-scenes look during the first season of Sesame Street.
The Old Fashioned Way / It’s a Gift / The Bank Dick Blu-rays Review: A Trio of W. C. Fields Comedies from KL Studio Classics
By Gordon S. Miller |
I recommend all three films because they show a range of Fields’ work.
Spider-Man: No Way Home Review: An Amazing Movie from the MCU Spider-Verse
By Gordon S. Miller |
It wouldn’t surprise me if some fans considered this their favorite of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Los Angeles Comic Con 2021 Panels I’d Like to See
By Gordon S. Miller |
Whether going or not, what panels are you most interested in?
Superman: The Complete Animated Series Blu-ray Review: A Set for Superfans to Treasure
By Gordon S. Miller |
The talented cast and crew created something super.
San Diego Comic-Con Special Edition 2021 Panels I’d Like to See
By Gordon S. Miller |
Ten panels you might find me attending at San Diego Comic-Con Special Edition 2021.
Coraline (LAIKA Studios Edition) Blu-ray Review: A Fantastic Fairy Tale
By Gordon S. Miller |
Coraline deserves a spot in the family video library alongside spooky fare like Snow White and Sleeping Beauty, and like those titles it’s not solely for kids.
The Suicide Squad Blu-ray Review: Suicide Isn’t Painless with James Gunn at the Helm
By Gordon S. Miller |
The Blu-ray’s high-definition presentation of the video and audio showcases the skilled work of the crew.
The Naked Spur Blu-ray Review: A Classic ’50s Western
By Gordon S. Miller |
The high-definition presentation from the Warner Archive should please fans of the movie and those new to it.
Injustice (2021) Blu-ray Review: An Intriguing Story in An Alternate DC Universe
By Gordon S. Miller |
The story deals with interesting themes as our heroes behave in new yet believable ways under the dire circumstances they find themselves.
Tex Avery Screwball Classics Volume 3 Blu-ray Review: Another Must-own for Fans of Avery and Animation
By Gordon S. Miller |
Avery and his team demonstrate a creative and boundless imagination and a great talent for bringing their comedic ideas to the screen.
A Night at the Opera Blu-ray Review: A Comedy Classic
By Gordon S. Miller |
Thankfully, losing 25 percent of the act didn’t translate into losing 25 percent of the laughs because this film.
48 Hrs. / Another 48 Hrs. Blu-ray Reviews: The Boys Are Back on Blu-ray
By Gordon S. Miller |
48 Hrs. is a solid action comedy that holds up decades later. Another 48 Hrs. doesn’t reach the same heights.
Zack Snyder’s Justice League Blu-ray Review: An Entertaining Superhero Spectacle
By Gordon S. Miller |
This version offers a better story and characterizations.
Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings: Marvel Delivers a Dynamic Duo
By Gordon S. Miller |
An entertaining action film and it demonstrates the MCU is in good hands, both in front of and behind the camera.
Bob Marley & the Wailers: The Capitol Session ’73 Album Review
By Gordon S. Miller |
Highly recommend for Wailers fans.
The Raven (1963) Blu-ray Review: A Silly, Spooky Movie for Children
By Gordon S. Miller |
Richard Matheson’s script goes way beyond the story of Poe’s famous poem and is turned into a horror comedy.
Original Cast Album “Company” Criterion Collection: You Could Drive an Actor Crazy
By Gordon S. Miller |
This film is mostly for musical theater fans but it should also be of interest to those curious about how things are made.
Coogan’s Bluff Blu-ray Review: An Unintentional Precursor to Dirty Harry
By Gordon S. Miller |
The first pairing of Clint Eastwood and director Don Siegel is a decent crime thriller with good action.
Batman: The Long Halloween, Part Two Blu-ray Review: Filled with Enjoyable Tricks and Treats
By Gordon S. Miller |
Tim Sheridan’s script does a great job handing a myriad of distinct characters and keeping them engaging for the viewer.
The Suicide Squad Movie Review: A Top-tier Title in the DC Extended Universe
By Gordon S. Miller |
James Gunn makes a movie for those with a dark sense of humor who are ready for a bit of the old ultraviolence.
Godzilla vs. Kong Blu-ray Review: Clash of the Titans
By Gordon S. Miller |
If you like special-effects work and seeing things get smashed, Godzilla vs. Kong is the movie for you.
The Herculoids: The Complete Original Series Blu-ray Review: The Adventures of the Exotic Eight
By Gordon S. Miller |
The animators’ creativity and talent is apparent in the settings, the characters, and the Herculoids in action.
Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One Blu-ray Review: Gotham for the Holidays
By Gordon S. Miller |
Although it’s only half of the overall story, Part One is an enjoyable addition to the DC Universe Movie series and will surely make one seek out Part Two.
Pickup on South Street Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: Sam Fuller Blends Film Noir with a Cold War Spy Thriller
By Gordon S. Miller |
The film engages viewers by making them care about the seedy characters of New York City’s underworld.
Last Train from Gun Hill Blu-ray Review: Variation on a Western Theme
By Gordon S. Miller |
Although a man seeking justice against a mob is a common plot, the screenplay goes in directions that keep the viewer engaged.
Roadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain Movie Review: A Wonderful Tribute, Albeit One Tinged with Sadness
By Gordon S. Miller |
Bourdain served as a guide to the world of restaurants then as a guide to the world and here he serves as a guide to his life.
Explorers Collector’s Edition Blu-ray Review: Kids in Space
By Gordon S. Miller |
A simple adventure for a young audience, particularly boys.
Book Review: The Complete Dick Tracy Volume 29: 1976-1977 by Chester Gould
By Gordon S. Miller |
It is bittersweet knowing that Gould’s run, and this LOAC series, had come to an end.
Black Widow (2021) Movie Review: Back in the MCU
By Gordon S. Miller |
Longtime fans should be pleased to see the character once again and how her story has been expanded.
My Little Chickadee Blu-ray Review: A Delightful Romp Worth Seeing Some Time
By Gordon S. Miller |
West and Fields have a few scenes together, but the film’s funniest moments are when they are apart.
Fool for Love Blu-ray Review: The Sins of the Father Revisited
By Gordon S. Miller |
While it is not rewatchable like his better-known films, it is good to see Altman directing in manner different from his usual style.
Rick and Morty: The Complete Seasons 1-4 Blu-ray Review
By Gordon S. Miller |
For those who like their humor dark, violence graphic, and characters nihilistic, Rick and Morty is the show for you.
John Wayne Essential 14-Movie Collection DVD Review: A Good Sampling of the Duke’s Work
By Gordon S. Miller |
Recommended for fans of John Wayne and those new to him as it offers a good cross section of his work from this era.
Genndy Tartakovsky’s Primal: The Complete First Season Blu-ray Review: An Animation Masterpiece
By Gordon S. Miller |
The high-def presentation of both video and audio showcases the work of the talented crew.
Grizzly Blu-ray Review: Jaws with Claws Has Flaws
By Gordon S. Miller |
For those on the Venn diagram who enjoy both “nature run amuck” movies and bad movies, Grizzly is for you.
Escape from Fort Bravo Blu-ray Review: A Serviceable B-western Undercut by Its Love Story
By Gordon S. Miller |
Frank Fenton’s screenplay works best with the interaction of the soldiers.
King Kong (1976) Collector’s Edition Blu-ray Review: A Special Effects Marvel
By Gordon S. Miller |
This remake has a place beside other blockbusters of the ’70s disaster genre thanks to special effects.
Snoopy Collection Blu-ray Review: You’d Be a Blockhead Not to Own It
By Gordon S. Miller |
The first three movies in the Snoopy Collection are very entertaining, and while the fourth has a weak story, there are still some delightful bits in it.
Book Review: Usagi Yojimbo: Homecoming by Stan Sakai
By Gordon S. Miller |
Homecoming finds Sakai continuing the high standard he set in past Usagi comics.
Fast Times at Ridgemont High Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: A Standout Comedy
By Gordon S. Miller |
Fast Times excels because of the authenticity of the teenage characters and situations brought to fruition by its talented cast.
Book Review: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Ultimate Collection, Volume 5
By Gordon S. Miller |
The comics collected offer an intriguing blend of genres for readers.