Doctor Sleep: An Insubstantial Follow-Up to a Horror Classic (Blu-ray)
Note: This review is for the Director's Cut of the film. The Film: Without a doubt, Stanley Kubrick's cinematic adaptation of Stephen...
Harriet: A Powerful Telling of Tubman's Extraordinary Story (Blu-ray)
The Film: There has always been a fascinating story to be told about the legendary Underground Railroad, and the brave men and women who...
Joker: Phoenix Stuns in Villainous Origin Tale (Blu-ray)
The Film: At this point, it’s undeniable to say that The Joker is one of the great, iconic villains of cinema. For over 50 years, we’ve...
Ready or Not: A Middling Horror Outing That Doesn't Do Quite Enough (Blu-ray)
The Film: Sadly, 2019 has been a rather dismal year for the horror genre. From outright stinkers like “The Prodigy,” “Pet Sematary,” “IT:...
IT: Chapter Two: A Startlingly-Disappointing Follow-Up (Blu-ray)
The Film: Just two years ago, director Andy Muschietti delivered the remarkable first half of his adaptation of Stephen King’s “IT.” It...
X-Men: Dark Phoenix: A Sad End for a Once-Great Series (Blu-ray)
The Film: When last we left the current “X-Men” series, we had been made to suffer through what is arguably the worst entry in the entire...
All is True: An Intriguing Treat for Shakespeare Fans (Blu-ray)
The Film: The great Sir Kenneth Branagh is well-known for his multiple Shakespeare adaptations that have included “Henry V,” “Much Ado...
Godzilla: King of the Monsters: A Solid Contender for Worst Film of 2019 (Blu-ray)
The Film: Over the course of 65 years, the “Godzilla” franchise has certainly seen its ups and downs. The original 1954 film is a decent...
The Flash: The Complete Fifth Season: A Decent Season That Takes a Step Back (Blu-ray)
The Show: Last season, “The Flash” managed to deliver another stunning arc that utilized the show’s incredible ability to combine action,...
The Flavor of Green Tea over Rice: Compelling Set-Ups Requiring More Depth (Criterion Blu-ray)
The Film: When it comes to the great directors of Japanese cinema, it’s a shame that the great Yasujiro Ozu has never really become a...