THE MUMMY Unravels
Ever thought that the only problem with the classic Universal Monsters series was that they needed to team up and form an underground league to fight greater evil? I didn’t think so, but that is the tack that has officially…
MY COUSIN RACHEL Gives An Impressive Performance
Don’t be confused by the title that conjures ideas of a whimsical comedy; based on a well-regarded novel from the early 1950s by Daphne Du Maurier (whose work also inspired features like Rebecca, The Birds and Don’t Look Now), My…
DVD/Blu-ray Roundup for June 6th, 2017
Holy cow. When it comes to Blu-rays and DVDs, some weeks are quiet while others are filled with a seemingly endless supply of films. This happens to be one of the latter examples, with a massive supply of new releases…
WONDER WOMAN Is Successful… At Least Compared to What Preceded It
The latest comic book movie to hit cinemas this week is Wonder Woman, part of the DC Universe that includes the likes of Superman and Batman. The good news is that this film is far, far superior to the efforts…
PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: DEAD MEN TELL NO TALES Is a Bit Worn, But Provides a Proper Wrap-Up
It’s important to know when to say when. Back in 2004, Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl (based on the Disney theme park ride), was far more entertaining and enjoyable a movie than it had any right…
BAYWATCH Drowns With Nary a Laugh
I’m not very familiar with the TV series upon which the new Baywatch feature is based, but one imagines that it provided viewers with a bit of tongue-in-cheek camp and escapism over the course of an hour. The sad thing…
DVD/Blu-ray Roundup for May 23rd, 2017
It’s time for another look at what is coming your way on Blu-ray and DVD. There are several huge movies arriving and you can read all about them below. You can also click on any links you see to read…
ALIEN: COVENANT is Easier to Swallow than Prometheus
Remember the convoluted details of 2012’s Prometheus? Don’t worry. I don’t either. I didn’t remember that Charlize Theron was even in it to be honest. But it was five years ago and Ridley Scott’s first return to the Alien universe…
Blasts From the Past! Blu-ray Review: WOLF GUY (1975)
This release from Arrow Video will be available to purchase (www.arrowvideo.com – www.facebook.com/ArrowVideo/) on May 23rd. I was first introduced to the films of Sonny Chiba (Shin’ichi Chiba) back in the 90s with the laserdisc release of The Street Fighter…