Make no mistake, the British comedy/drama Dough is a very quirky and cute film. Its two lead characters are likable and the gifted cast earn several chuckles from their confection-related hi-jinx. While enjoyable in the moment, the light approach leaves…
Well, we’re now 13 films into the “Marvel Cinematic Universe.” Under the circumstances, things appear to be going quite well. Not every film has exactly soared creatively, but most present just enough to keep viewers entrenched and wanting more. The…
Welcome to another look at highlights coming your way on DVD and Blu-ray. There is plenty of fun stuff out there in a wide variety of genres. Be sure to click on the links to read more about some of…
Geez, being a member of an indie band can be punishing, but I’ve never seen anything quite like this. The latest from writer/director Jeremy Saulnier (Blue Ruin) is in many respects a more conventional horror/thriller than his previous (and far…
No matter what you may read in the coming paragraphs, make no mistake, I appreciate the work of director Garry Marshall. Growing up, he was responsible for two of my favorite TV shows (Laverne & Shirley and Happy Days) and…
Welcome back for another look at highlights of what’s arriving on Blu-ray and DVD. It’s an interesting one, with a wide variety of styles and genres represented. Be sure to click on any links you see to read more. So…
I’ve just realized that I probably know far too much about popular singer Elvis Presley. Over the years I’ve read a couple of accounts of his life, which involve events that are truly stranger than fiction. Certainly, those depicted in…
I’m not entirely sure that anyone was clamoring for it, but this week we’re receiving yet another sequel. The follow-up to the 2012 Snow White film is called The Huntsman: Winter’s War. Unfortunately for fans of the first film, the…
Irish director John Carney can’t seem to get enough of musicals. After the Oscar-winning Once (2007) and Oscar-nominated Begin Again (2013), he is once again telling a story filled with melody, drama and a bit more comedy. The result is…
Hello again! It’s time for our highlights of new DVD and Blu-ray releases. There are a couple of big releases and some very good small ones too – remember to click on any links to read more. So if you…