Gordon S. Miller

While the plot is predictable, Gene Hackman’s performance and the stunt work keep the viewer engaged.

The show has become TV comfort food, for good and for ill.

A stealth double feature of Keaton’s last two silent films.

In these 19 cartoons, gags fly rapidly, and the rules of physics and the medium are thrown out the window.

While it’s fun to see Snake Plissken back in action, it’s a shame his mission is so similar to the previous film.

Criterion’s inclusion of Soul Power makes this a must-own.

If one enjoys deciphering riddles, as more than a few Dylanogists do, then Masked and Anonymous is worth examining.

Not sure the reasons it’s taken so long to get John Sayles in the Criterion Collection, but Matewan is certainly a worthy title from his filmography.

Kino Lorber provides fans an opportunity to rewatch these cartoons and new audiences a chance to discover them.

For fans that grew up with the show, it’s nice to have the first season collected.

Criterion presents a crash course on the post-war movement with these classics: Rome Open City, Paisan, and Germany Year Zero.

It is the complete truth that I highly recommend Half Truth for fans of trivia games.

Although I can’t recommend the movie, if there are fans, they will be pleased by the high-definition video.

Fans will appreciate the high-definition presentations and the behind-the-scenes extras.

Even with its narrow focus, anything that shines a spotlight on The Band is well worth giving one’s attention.

Ben Mankiewicz, Pola Changnon, and Charlie Tabesh talk about what’s ahead (mostly) for the TCM brand.

An enjoyable fantasy that brings to mind Douglas Adams’s Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy

It’s so easy to fall in love with Linda Ronstadt and her music.

It is worth investigating for the film’s story and the Blu-ray’s high-def presentation.

A compelling film that asks eternal questions about society and the responsibility of the people within it.

Fans of early Pink Floyd should be very pleased.

Queen & Slim suggests the beginning of two great film careers behind the camera.

A very good introduction to the band and their music.

Fans of variety shows and of this television era should enjoy these episodes.

An impressive endeavor with so many interesting things going on.

The five nominees are…

“Every villain is a hero of his or her own story.” – Christopher Vogler, “The Writer’s Journey”

The story piqued my interest about the scientists involved, making me want to learn more about them and their projects.

Hail! Hail! tells an important, albeit incomplete, story of an American music legend.

The impressive work put into making these cartoons available in high definition should be commended and make one hopeful for future animated releases from Warner Archive.

The filmmakers made the right decision revisiting and expanding this landmark story.

This release showcases some of the medium’s great talkers.

Am sorry to see the film and this new trilogy falter as much as it did.

It’s impressive how much ground Preston Sturges’ story covers in its brief 67-minute runtime while neither feeling overstuffed nor rushed.

A delightful romp that finds the Tramp behave in a more enlightened manner as he puts others ahead of himself.

I was left wishing I had two documentaries instead of just the one.

The Doctor, Leela, and K-9 lead the people against their oppressors, a frequent Who story trope.

A thrilling drama infused with social commentary.

Having to compile a greatest hits for a 50-year-old show is a daunting task and the makers of this collection do a great job.

Fast and furious enough to please fans and those looking for a ridiculous action movie.

A must-own set for fans and a perfect introduction to the band’s great talents.

I’d recommend Dark Fate, but it’s too bad there’s not a better story.

While understandably not held in high regard, there’s still some fun to be had seeing Lee back as the Count.

While the characters and stories remained entertaining, the author’s hand was an even heavier presence during these stories.

It is an inspiring delight to see these old men still with a creative drive to make new music.

It was wonderful to have one more adventure with the Toy Story characters, and this serves as a fitting conclusion to the series.

Robert Altman puts his twist on an Agatha Christie murder mystery.

Unfortunately, all good things come to an end, and so we get the final chapter in Ken Burns’s outstanding documentary.

In this episode, we see the biggest stars of this era are the folks who got successful doing things their way and expanding the genre’s perceived boundaries.

During this era, the country found itself in a turmoil that affected everything, including country music.