Physical Media: 4K UHD, Blu-ray, DVD Reviews

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Dumbo

Chris Rebholz | Sep 26, 2011

It is always interesting to look back on films of the past and marvel at what was accomplished with so few resources. Given what can be done today in the world of animation, it is beyond impressive to...

Full Review | Grade: B

The Tempest

Chris Rebholz | Sep 20, 2011

There are few who would debate that William Shakespeare is one of the most prolific writers in history. His works have been adapted and poured over for generations; always finding new audiences to red...

Full Review | Grade: C

The Last Starfighter

Chris Rebholz | Sep 14, 2011

"Greetings Starfighter, You have been recruited by the Star League to defend the frontier against Xur and the Kodan Armada." These words are etched into the brains of many an adult and possibly the...

Full Review | Grade: B

X-Men: First Class

Chris Rebholz | Sep 10, 2011

When looking back at the birth of the comic book movie genre there are a few that stand out. As time passes the films have gotten better, given the popularity of the genre and Hollywood's willingness...

Full Review | Grade: B

Prom

Roger Longenbach | Aug 30, 2011

The latest entry from Walt Disney Studios in an effort to grab the tween/teenage market is coming out on Blu-ray/DVD combo pack on August 30. Prom is about exactly that. ...

Full Review | Grade: B

Limitless

Nathan M Rose | Aug 14, 2011

Limitless should go to the top of your purchase/rental list, as it is one of the better films that have come out of 2011.

Full Review | Grade: B

Dylan Dog: Dead of Night

Nathan M Rose | Aug 07, 2011

Brandon Routh has played some very iconic roles in recent years -- from the Man of Steel in Bryan Singer's Superman Returns, to Agent Daniel Shaw on the hit NBC television series,...

Full Review | Grade: B

Donnie Darko Physical Media: Blu-ray Review

Donnie Darko (10th Anniversary Edition)

Chris Rebholz | Aug 06, 2011

Ten years ago a film came out that did more than simply tell another teen high school drama, it posed questions that dealt with philosophical, theological and scientific elements. But what thi...

Full Review | Grade: B

Mars Needs Moms

Roger Longenbach | Aug 05, 2011

The latest and probably last feature from Imagemovers Digital (Polar Express, A Christmas Carol) is the home release of Mars Needs Moms in an amazing value combo pack. Imagemovers specia...

Full Review | Grade: B

Overboard

Chris Rebholz | Aug 01, 2011

In the 1980's there were a few hits that not only helped shape the career of certain actors but also left a mark on the industry as well. In the vein of the traditional romantic comedy, Overbo...

Full Review | Grade: B