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

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

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When Chris was but a wee lad growing up in the slums of suburban New Jersey, he happened to rent a little movie called Tron. Then his head exploded. It was at the moment that he realized that he loved movies, and since then Chris has made it a habit of renting movies, going to the movies, discussing his favorite movies, and anything else in between when it comes to that genre.

Cloud Atlas

May 06, 2013

Ambitious doesn't even begin to describe "Cloud Atlas," which marks the first collaboration between Andy and Lana Wachowski and Tom Tykwer. Powerhouse screen visionaries, the trio find an un...

Full Review | Grade: A

Gangster Squad

Apr 18, 2013

Gangster Squad so desperately wants to rub shoulders with The Untouchables, L.A. Confidential and the classics of Gangland cinema, but it isn't in the same league.

Full Review | Grade: C

Parental Guidance

Apr 04, 2013

Billy Crystal hasn’t starred in a major motion picture since 2002.

Full Review | Grade: D

Lincoln

Mar 26, 2013

In 'Lincoln', Spielberg pairs with Day-Lewis for a restrained masterpiece, focusing on the final, crucial months of the 16th President's life.

Full Review | Grade: A

The Hunchback Of Notre Dame

Mar 22, 2013

"The Hunchback of Notre Dame" is another one of Disney's underrated films. This was released in the mid 90′s right when Pixar made their mark with their computer generated animated fil...

Full Review | Grade: C

Mulan

Mar 22, 2013

"Mulan" was at the tail end of Disney's hand-drawn animation success and it seems as though it was one Disney's more underrated successes. The music and songs are memorable and it...

Full Review | Grade: B

Brother Bear

Mar 22, 2013

When "Brother Bear" first hit theaters, it seemed that Disney was slipping quite a bit with their animated films but looking at it again with a little more age and wisdom adds a little somet...

Full Review | Grade: C