Eclipse Series 32: Pearls of the Czech New Wave DVD Review: Gems Indeed
By Luigi Bastardo |
Criterion brings us six seldom-seen surreal ditties from five masterful directors.
Underworld: Awakening Blu-ray Review: Can This Series Really Have a Nadir?
By Luigi Bastardo |
Kate Beckinsale returns for another easy paycheck.
Chapter Two (1979) DVD Review: Dull Neil Simon Melodrama
By Luigi Bastardo |
James Caan sinks into one sappy quagmire of a film.
Tom and Jerry: Around the World DVD Review: A Bad Trip
By Luigi Bastardo |
Yet another “best of” set that fails to deliver.
The Three Stooges (2000) DVD Review: Nowhere Near as Bad as its Reputation
By Luigi Bastardo |
A heartfelt but nevertheless fabricated biography of America’s longest running comedy team.
Flicka: Country Pride Blu-ray Review: Talk About Beating a Dead Horse
By Luigi Bastardo |
Clint Black, Family, Flicka, Country Pride,
Strip Strip Hooray! DVD Review: A Sexual Sextuplet of Sleaze
By Luigi Bastardo |
Once again, Something Weird is afoot; and I’m pleased as punch about it.
W.E. Blu-ray Review: Evidently, Madonna Didn’t Have Enough Material for One Whole Film
By Luigi Bastardo |
This is one weird sequel to W.
The Convoy Collection DVD Review: Highway to Haul
By Luigi Bastardo |
Buckle up and prepare for three, forgotten grey market ’70s movies, kids.
Pal Joey Blu-ray Review: Joey’s Definitely a Pal of Mine
By Luigi Bastardo |
Rita, Frankie, and Kim shine; as does Twilight Time’s presentation.
Pharaoh’s Curse (1957) DVD Review: Silly, Dumb, and Very Enjoyable
By Luigi Bastardo |
MGM dives into their own tombs to excavate an ’50s horror obscurity.
Young, Violent, Dangerous DVD Review: A Healthy Dose of Italian Cheese
By Luigi Bastardo |
Shootings galore, nudity en masse, and common sense in short supply.
Swamp Water Blu-ray Review: Jean Renoir Comes to America
By Luigi Bastardo |
A larger-than-life, captivating feature starring Walter Brennan and Dana Andrews.
Picnic (1955) Blu-ray Review: William Inge’s Play Comes to Life
By Luigi Bastardo |
Okay, so maybe it’s no picnic, but it is damn good.
The Darkest Hour (2011) Blu-ray Review: Attack of the Imperceptible Intruders
By Luigi Bastardo |
Dumb? Yes. But it has an enjoyable 1950s drive-in movie feel to it.
A Night to Remember (1958) Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: A Stunning Presentation for a Genuine Classic
By Luigi Bastardo |
I’ve never paid to see James Cameron’s film, but I’d gladly pay ten-times over to see this one again and again.
Nightmares (1980) DVD Review: Australia’s Contribution to the Slasher/Giallo Genres
By Luigi Bastardo |
“Mama, mama, I keep having Nightmares. Mama, mama, mama, am I ill?”
We Bought a Zoo Blu-ray Review: A Whole Hell of a Lot Better Than Buying the Farm
By Luigi Bastardo |
A feel-good family flick that tries to make you feel a lot more than you need to. In fact, it gets downright pushy at times.
Hornets’ Nest (1970) DVD Review: Not Really Recommended but Good for a Gander
By Luigi Bastardo |
Rock Hudson leads a group of orphaned Italian kids into war against the Nazis.
Letter Never Sent Blu-ray Criterion Collection Review: A Survival Flick from Russia?
By Luigi Bastardo |
A grandiose piece of Russian cinema that depicts the triumph of the human spirit.
The Descendants Blu-ray Review: A Dynamic Drama from Alexander Payne
By Luigi Bastardo |
A film that rightfully deserved the Oscar it won.
Savage Sisters (1974) DVD Review: Filipino Exploitation Madness
By Luigi Bastardo |
Another weird and wacky oddity from Eddie Romero.
Anatomy of a Murder Criterion Collection DVD Review: Anatomy of a Classic
By Luigi Bastardo |
A film that brings justice to the genre of courtroom dramas.
The Town Ultimate Collector’s Edition Blu-ray Review: Double Dipping? You Bet Your Affleck It Is!
By Luigi Bastardo |
The new ending of the lengthier cut of the already-long two-hour-plus feature is an appropriate one — but is it worth it?
Tooth Fairy 2 Blu-ray Review: Dumbfounding in Its Dumbness
By Luigi Bastardo |
Larry the Cable Guy in a pink leotard farting fairy dust; yes, that’s EXACTLY what I wanted to see.
I Melt with You Blu-ray Review: Unforeseeable and Unforgettable
By Luigi Bastardo |
A haunting masterpiece starring Thomas Jane, Rob Lowe, Jeremy Piven, and Christian McKay.
Wyatt Earp’s Revenge DVD Review: Just Another Lousy Modern Western
By Luigi Bastardo |
A low-budget affair that really isn’t worth your time.
Columbus Circle Blu-ray Review: A Turkey of a Thriller from Kevin Pollak
By Luigi Bastardo |
I’m afraid Columbus just doesn’t succeed in coming to a full circle.
The Roots of Heaven Blu-ray Review: John Huston Has an Off-Day
By Luigi Bastardo |
A forgotten flick from the 20th Century Fox vaults finally finds a home.
Rapture (1965) Blu-ray Review: A Forgotten, Poignant Masterpiece
By Luigi Bastardo |
Twilight Time brings us a genuine obscurity, and the results are hauntingly pleasing.
J. Edgar Blu-ray Review: Bloated Hollywood Makeup Drama
By Luigi Bastardo |
A hodgepodge of powerhouse moments interjected with a lot of ho-hummery.
Mandrill Blu-ray Review: Chile’s Contribution to the Neo-Grindhouse Genre
By Luigi Bastardo |
I’m something of a “Mandrill” myself, if you know what I mean.
Looney Tunes Super Stars: Pepe Le Pew DVD Review: Le Win
By Luigi Bastardo |
Warner’s barebones disc delivers pristine-looking shorts coupled with timeless laughs.
The Son of No One Blu-ray Review: “Meh, I Saw That One Coming”
By Luigi Bastardo |
The writer/director and star of Fighting reunite to bring us something just as boring.
The Deadly Spawn Blu-ray Review: A Wonderful Slice of Gory, Cheapo ’80s Sci-Fi / Horror that Delivers
By Luigi Bastardo |
Elite Entertainment returns from the grave with a disappointing “High-Def” release.
Treasure Train Blu-ray Review: I’m Being Punished for Something, I Know It
By Luigi Bastardo |
What, they can’t find a good print of The Secret of Magic Island, but they can release THIS on Blu-ray?
Ferry to Hong Kong DVD Review: The Beginning of the End for Orson Welles
By Luigi Bastardo |
One of the rare films where German great Curd Jürgens plays a good guy.
5 Star Day Blu-ray Review: A Movie About Life, Love, and Manure
By Luigi Bastardo |
Any movie that has a lounge singer is OK by me.
Survive! DVD Review: Mexploitation Cannibal Goodness with Hugo Stiglitz
By Luigi Bastardo |
Best fit for a gloomy, snowed-in afternoon with a raw steak at your disposal.
The Rebound (2009) Blu-ray Review: A MILF and a Twenty-something Guy Walk into a Movie…
By Luigi Bastardo |
Hey, Catherine Zeta-Jones can use me for rebound sex any day.
The Thousand Plane Raid DVD Review: An Ode to Stock Footage
By Luigi Bastardo |
A weak WWII flick that only succeeds in dropping the wrong kind of bomb.
Fright Night (1985) Blu-ray Review: Already Hard-to-Find, but Definitely Worth It
By Luigi Bastardo |
Twilight Time presents us with another wonderful HD release.
Zone Troopers DVD Review: Nazis, Aliens, and Tim Thomerson, Too!
By Luigi Bastardo |
A wonderful tale from Charles Band and the makers of The Rocketeer.
Gog DVD Review: The Final Chapter in Ivan Tors’ OSI Trilogy
By Luigi Bastardo |
A good pick for the fan of vintage ’50s sci-fi.
Jerry Lewis as The Jazz Singer (1959) DVD Review: Jerry Sings? Oy Vey!
By Luigi Bastardo |
A genuine prize for any Lewis lover.
Mercenary Fighters DVD Review: When Cannon Films Roamed the Earth
By Luigi Bastardo |
Peter Fonda and Reb Brown “star” in another embarrassing Golan-Globus dud.
Division III: Football’s Finest Blu-ray Review: Andy Dick Jokes Do Not a Movie Make
By Luigi Bastardo |
I can’t even see college brahs owning this one in their library.
The Big Year Blu-ray Review: One of the Best Family-Friendly Comedies of 2011. Seriously!
By Luigi Bastardo |
Steve Martin, Jack Black, and Owen Wilson prove they still have something to give.
Mysterious Island (1961) Blu-ray Review: Herbert Lom as Captain Nemo? Sold!
By Luigi Bastardo |
Twilight Time joyfully fills that gap in your Ray Harryhausen Blu-ray collection.
10 Things I Hate About You: Season One, Volume Two DVD Review: Canceled Too Soon?
By Luigi Bastardo |
Look at it this way: it’s completely free of Julia Stiles and her patented pouty face!