Lovejoy: Series 3 DVD Review: Is Lovejoy Looking for Love?
By Elizabeth Periale |
A great edition in the series, with lots of the usual fun that Ian McShane’s Lovejoy brings.
Horns Blu-ray Review: Daniel Radcliffe Can Still Talk to Snakes
By Elizabeth Periale |
The real reason to see Horns, of course, is for Daniel Radcliffe, who is quite good as Ig, American accent, horns, and all.
How to Train Your Dragon 2 Digital Download Review: Here Be Dragons
By Elizabeth Periale |
Hiccup and Toothless are still a great team and How To Train Your Dragon 2 is a nice middle chapter in their story.
Lovejoy: Series 2 DVD Review: Ian McShane Is Back for More Antiques, Crime and Fun
By Elizabeth Periale |
Ian McShane is charming and funny and even a little bit tough when necessary. He is wonderful as Lovejoy, and his show is as charming as its star.
Inspector Manara: Season Two DVD Review: Crime and Amore
By Elizabeth Periale |
Luca’s intuitive yet iconoclastic approach to crime-solving is a lot of fun to watch, but it is the romance of Luca and Lara that is sure to keep viewers interested and involved.
Book Review: The Wizard of Oz FAQ by David J. Hogan: Over the Rainbow and Beyond
By Elizabeth Periale |
It covers all aspects of Oz, from Garland’s recording of “Over the Rainbow” to costumes to casting, to fan reaction to the film – and yes, even includes stories about Ebsen and the Munchkins
Inspector Manara: Season One DVD Review: Crime-solving, Italian style
By Elizabeth Periale |
Inspector Manara features a winning mixture of comedy and mystery.
Donna Detective: Season 1 DVD Review: Ahhh, Roma
By Elizabeth Periale |
It may seem impossible to American viewers to take Lisa seriously when watching her switch gears so quickly but that is exactly the show’s charm.
Lovejoy: Series 1 DVD Review: Ian McShane Is a Lovable Rascal (and Might Just Teach You a Thing or Two about Antiques)
By Elizabeth Periale |
The true pleasures of the show are in the charm of its star and the great settings and art objects he shares with the audience.
Girl Trouble (1942) DVD Review: Romantic Comedy Lite
By Elizabeth Periale |
Girl Crazy is an extremely silly romantic comedy, but offers fast-paced fun.
Woman’s World DVD Review: It’s Frothy, ’50s Fun
By Elizabeth Periale |
This welcome arrival to DVD is good fun and should be enjoyed on repeat viewings.
Book Review: Borderline Is Lawrence Block’s Pulp Fiction
By Elizabeth Periale |
It shows what a training ground pulp fiction played for such a good and prolific writer as Block.
Dan Curtis’ Dracula Blu-ray Review: Jack Palance Is Dead and Loving It
By Elizabeth Periale |
With an emphasis on scares, it’s great to re-welcome Dan Curtis’ Dracula to the filmed pantheon of the infamous bloodthirsty Count.
Bachelor Flat DVD Review: Everybody Loves Terry-Thomas
By Elizabeth Periale |
Terry-Thomas’ attempts to steer clear of his female fans, including the adorable Jessica the dachshund, provide the real laughs in Bachelor Flat.
The Maltese Falcon (1941) Blu-ray Review: The Stuff Dreams Are Made of
By Elizabeth Periale |
When Huston, Bogart, Astor, and the rest of the crew got together it was movie magic.
It’s A Wrap: The 2014 Humphrey Bogart Film Festival
By Elizabeth Periale |
It is quickly becoming a wonderful tradition for film buffs and Bogie enthusiasts – in a relaxed and beautiful setting.
Here’s Looking At You, Kid: The 2014 Humphrey Bogart Film Festival Preview
By Elizabeth Periale |
Sounds like a busy, film-filled (and pretty fun) weekend.
20 Feet from Stardom Movie Review: Backup Singers Take Center Stage
By Elizabeth Periale |
A fine film for any music fan to watch.
Book Review: Grimm: Below the Surface: The Insider’s Guide to the Show
By Elizabeth Periale |
A great companion guide to the series, as well as a reference guide to Portland’s creepiest inhabitants.
The Nut Job Blu-ray Review: Amiable Enough to Entertain the Kiddos
By Elizabeth Periale |
It brings to mind classic Bugs Bunny – alas, none of the characters have quite the personality of Bugs, but then, who does?
Agatha Christie’s Poirot: Series 11 DVD Review: Poirot’s Still Got It
By Elizabeth Periale |
A welcome addition to fans of David Suchet’s definitive portrayal of the little Belgian sleuth.
Joanna Lumley’s Nile and Joanna Lumley’s Greek Odyssey DVDs Review: Take a Tour with Patsy
By Elizabeth Periale |
Equally at home in drama or comedy, Joanna Lumley seems to have found a new calling in these travel programs.
Les Petits Meurtres D’Agatha Christie: Set 1 DVD Review: Who Needs Poirot?
By Elizabeth Periale |
This delightful new box set of Christie mysteries is worth the effort of reading a few subtitles.
Agatha Christie’s The Queen of Crime Collection DVD Review: No Poirot, but Plenty of Madcap Amateur Sleuths in this Fun Set
By Elizabeth Periale |
These films should keep Christie and British mystery fans entertained, too.
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