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

Browse reviews written by Leonard Buccellato, including critical takes on films, home entertainment releases, and television series.

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Leonard's lifelong passion for movies began at a young age with his fascination for the horror classic Blacula. This love of movies has inspired him to explore his creative interests, resulting in his writing of short stories and co-producing a web series. Currently, he is developing a horror novel, showcasing his love of storytelling. His diverse interests, including his enjoyment of Dungeons and Dragons, make him a multifaceted individual committed to exploring new ideas and experiences through movies and literature.

Waterworld

Jan 21, 2019

This release of Waterworld includes one of the best film documentaries I’ve seen, Maelstrom: The Odyssey of Waterworld.

Full Review | Grade: A

The House with a Clock in Its Walls

Dec 21, 2018

While it may not be Dumbledore and Potter, The House with a Clock in Its Walls does a fine job of conjuring up 105 minutes of fun.

Full Review | Grade: B

The Nun

Dec 03, 2018

The Nun takes a truly scary horror character and leaves us wanting more from her. Let’s say a few “Hail Mary’s” and hope our prayers are answered for a terrifying sequel.

Full Review | Grade: B

Mile 22

Nov 19, 2018

If you are looking for solidly acted, and a polished looking, action thriller, Mile 22 should satisfy; besides it's always fun to watch some knuckles get bloodied, and shiny things go boom!

Full Review | Grade: B

The Walking Dead Physical Media: Blu-ray Review

The Walking Dead: The Complete Eigth Season

Aug 29, 2018

The Walking Dead does an excellent job of melding practical and digital effects, you will find yourself attempting to dodge out of the way when a walker bites one of the actors on screen.

Full Review | Grade: B

Beyond Re-Animator

Jul 24, 2018

It is too bad they couldn’t get more funding for another Re-Animator sequel. This is one corpse I would like to see resurrected, again, and again, and again...

Full Review | Grade: A

Dagon

Jul 24, 2018

All in all, Dagon is a fun, if flawed, release. However, if you are a Stuart Gordon/ Brian Yuzna fan, you should pick this up as it contains all the gore and camp one has come to expect of the pair. "Iä! Iä! Cthulhu fhtagn!"

Full Review | Grade: B

The 15:17 to Paris

May 24, 2018

The three main actors involved in 15:17 to Paris deserve every ounce of attention, as well as awards. They performed selfless acts of bravery at a time when real heroes seem in short supply.

Full Review | Grade: C

The Maze Runner: The Death Cure

May 06, 2018

From the musical score to ambient noises, to dialog, to heart-pounding action sequences, all channels are optimized and the listener is fully immersed in the experience.

Full Review | Grade: B