Archive for the ‘DVD & Blu-ray Video Reviews’ Category
Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, Blu-Ray + DVD + Digital Copy (2012)Published on April 19, 2012
Oldman’s performance as Smiley effortlessly captures the sadness always below the surface of Le Carre’s most famous creation.
Treme, Season Two, Blu-ray (2012)Published on April 16, 2012
There are many different layers to this tapestry of life in New Orleans, and the accent on the music makes it a delight.
The Whistleblower – Blu-ray (2012)Published on April 16, 2012
Film about the Bosnian scandal is reissued in hi-def.
Cinema Verite, Blu-ray (2011)Published on April 11, 2012
A fictionalized behind-the-scenes look at the making of the first Reality TV series: 1973′s An American Family.
Ernie Kovacs – The ABC Specials (1961-62/2012)Published on April 11, 2012
One of the five DVDs from the earlier Kovacs set now available separately.
Santana Greatest Hits – Live At Montreux, Blu-ray (2011-2012)Published on April 09, 2012
Legendary guitarist electrifies the Montreux audience in a long program.
David Lean Directs Noel Coward = In Which We Serve; This Happy Breed; Blithe Spirit; Brief Encounter, Blu-ray (1942-45/2012)Published on April 08, 2012
A very complete overview of Coward’s film work as well as the British film industry during WWII.
Doors Mr. Mojo Risin’: The Story Of L.A. Woman, Blu-ray (2012)Published on April 05, 2012
A riveting documentary about a legendary rock band.
Ian Hunter Band featuring Mick Ronson: Live At Rockpalast (2012)Published on April 05, 2012
Hunter and Ronson were a formidable duo in the annals of rock, and this is a valuable document of that collaboration.
Sullivan’s Travels (1942/2012)Published on April 02, 2012
One of the best satires of Hollywood ever; similar to Frank Capra’s screwball comedies.