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

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Patti Cake$

Allison Rose | Nov 13, 2017

While Patti Cake$ is not overly long, the film is entertaining with the help of terrific characters. An underdog itself, it fights its way to the top to be among the contenders.

Full Review | Grade: B

Home Alone 2: Lost in New York

Allison Rose | Nov 10, 2017

Culkin was a wonderful actor as a child and, to be honest, this film series wouldn’t have been the same with a different actor in the role. His slightly mischievous smile and maturity really make one believe that a young boy could be lost in New York all by himself and manage to pull it off.

Full Review | Grade: C

The Crown Physical Media: Blu-ray Review

The Crown: The Complete First Season

Jennifer Broderick | Nov 07, 2017

The Crown is beautifully tailored, both the writing and production flow, bringing into our homes a real-life tale of what it really takes to be Queen Elizabeth II. Purchasing this Blu-ray for your home is a definite must!

Full Review | Grade: B

Westworld: The Complete First Season

Nathan M Rose | Nov 06, 2017

These Violent Delights Have Violent Ends

Full Review | Grade: A

Cars 3

Jennifer Broderick | Nov 06, 2017

Cars 3 is enjoyable by all ages, and when it’s over, you’ll look at the time and wonder how a movie could go by so fast. Disney-Pixar definitely knows how to make a family-friendly movie, loved by all members of the household.

Full Review | Grade: B

The Glass Castle

Allison Rose | Nov 06, 2017

Based on Jeanette's memoir about her life growing up in poverty with an alcoholic father, The Glass Castle is a mix of warmth, love, despair, and heartbreak.

Full Review | Grade: B

Annabelle: Creation

Nathan M Rose | Oct 26, 2017

Annabelle: Creation is another step for producer/director James Wan and Warner Bros. to create a horror universe that they are hoping one day will rival Disney’s Marvel one.

Full Review | Grade: B

War for the Planet of the Apes

Allison Rose | Oct 24, 2017

Serkis is the pulse that keeps War for the Planet of the Apes beating, infusing so much humanity into Caesar.

Full Review | Grade: B

Warrior

Allison Rose | Oct 23, 2017

The 4K UHD Blu-ray disc of Warrior is beautifully presented in 2160p high definition video quality and accentuates the sharp differences between Tommy’s and Brendan’s worlds.

Full Review | Grade: B

The Birds Physical Media: Blu-ray Review

Alfred Hitchcock: The Ultimate Collection

Allison Rose | Oct 20, 2017

If you are a fan Alfred Hitchcock or know someone who is, you will want to buy this collection as a keepsake and the extras make it even more worthwhile.

Full Review | Grade: A