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CLAUDE BOLLING: Suite for Flute and Jazz Piano Trio (1975/2004)
Published on March 07, 2010
Glorious Versailles backgrounds for a short but upbeat baroque chamber jazz performance of Bolling's first such suite.
CLAUDE BOLLING: Suite for Flute and Jazz Piano Trio (1975/2004)
 
The Fourth Kind, Blu-ray (2010)
Published on March 07, 2010
Fact or sci-fi fiction? Mila says you decide.
The Fourth Kind, Blu-ray (2010)
 
Ponyo, Blu-ray - 2-disc Combo Pack (2009)
Published on March 05, 2010
The timeless story from this master of family animation comes off as a dazzling experience, even if it’s not quite up to the level he achieved with Spirited Away.
Ponyo, Blu-ray - 2-disc Combo Pack (2009)
 


GLUCK: Orpheus und Eurydike, Blu-ray (2010)
Published on March 05, 2010
Opera and dance can combine, but can they compete?
GLUCK: Orpheus und Eurydike, Blu-ray (2010)
 
George Crumb, “Bad Dog” (2009)
Published on March 05, 2010
A tribute done with love and affection of one of modern music's greats.
George Crumb, “Bad Dog” (2009)
 
Double Identity (2010)
Published on February 23, 2010
Kilmer does somehow escape getting killed by all the various bad and not-so-bad guys in the convoluted plot.
Double Identity (2010)
 
Coco Before Chanel, Blu-ray (2010)
Published on February 20, 2010
This is not your usual biopic, in that it deals with the young woman before she became Chanel and set about changing women’s fashion in general.
Coco Before Chanel, Blu-ray (2010)
 
Stargate SGU Universe 1.0, 3-Disc set (2010)
Published on February 17, 2010
Only the first ten of the 20 episodes of Season One of this series.
Stargate SGU Universe 1.0, 3-Disc set (2010)
 
Angels & Demons - 2 Blu-rays + Digital Copy (2009)
Published on February 16, 2010
While he’s no Indiana Jones, Tom Hanks nevertheless delivers yet another top-notch acting performance.
Angels & Demons - 2 Blu-rays + Digital Copy (2009)
 
Bach & Friends, 2010
Published on February 13, 2010
There have been other filmed documentaries on Bach, but this is the best I’ve ever seen.
Bach & Friends, 2010
 
The Godfather, Blu-ray (1972/2010) The Godfather, Part II, Blu-ray (1974/2010)
Published on February 10, 2010
First time the Blu-rays are available separately, but without the bonus features.
The Godfather, Blu-ray (1972/2010)
The Godfather, Part II, Blu-ray (1974/2010)
 
A Serious Man, Blu-ray (2010)
Published on February 08, 2010
The Oscar-winning Coen Brothers have come up with another winner here, just as good as The Big Lebowski and Fargo.
A Serious Man, Blu-ray (2010)
 
Amelia, Blu-ray (2009)
Published on February 05, 2010
Great cinematography and good acting, but the story of Earhart's unfortunately brief career falls a bit flat.
Amelia, Blu-ray (2009)
 
New York, I Love You, Blu-ray (2009)
Published on February 04, 2010
Ten love stories (using a wide range definition of that), mostly related to the diversity and unusual relationships that New York City is known for.
New York, I Love You, Blu-ray (2009)
 
Louis Armstrong - Good Evening Ev’rybody (1970/2009)
Published on January 30, 2010
This is an unforgettable musical celebration that we have to thank Newport Festival founder George Wein for getting together.
Louis Armstrong - Good Evening Ev’rybody (1970/2009)
 
Atonement, Blu-ray (2007/2010)
Published on January 28, 2010
This beautifully-constructed film has the air of a true classic from its very first scene.
Atonement, Blu-ray (2007/2010)
 
Fear And Loathing In Las Vegas, Blu-ray (1998/2010)
Published on January 26, 2010
This Blu-ray release will be a worthwhile addition to the collection of any film fan - especially Terry Gilliam aficionados - whether they identify with its characters or not.
Fear And Loathing In Las Vegas, Blu-ray (1998/2010)
 
Sita Sings the Blues (2009)
Published on January 25, 2010
This enchanting animated film was directed, written, produced, designed and animated by syndicated comic strip artist Nina Paley, who turned herself into a one-person movie production studio for three years to do it.
Sita Sings the Blues (2009)
 
HAYDN: The Seven Last Words of Christ on the Cross (original orchestral version)
Published on January 21, 2010
An outstandingly beautiful and moving presentation of Haydn’s first thoughts.
HAYDN: The Seven Last Words of Christ on the Cross (original orchestral version)
 
A Russian Night - Claudio Abbado conducting Lucerne Festival Orchestra
Published on January 21, 2010
Abbado and Lucerne are always a winning combination.
A Russian Night - Claudio Abbado conducting Lucerne Festival Orchestra
 
Surrogates, Blu-ray (2010)
Published on January 19, 2010
More of an interesting sci-fi tale than a typical action feature, Surrogates seems to leave out some important aspects of the story which could involve the viewer more, but Bruce Willis saves the day with his very watchable character.
Surrogates, Blu-ray (2010)
 
GLUCK: Orphee et Eurydice (complete opera) (1961)
Published on January 19, 2010
This production, despite its age, does musical justice to Gluck’s genius for dramatic storytelling.
GLUCK: Orphee et Eurydice (complete opera) (1961)
 
Terminator Salvation (3-Disc Set), Blu-ray (2009)
Published on January 19, 2010
While it may not be considered a classic sci-fi film like the first two entries in the Terminator franchise, I found it enjoyable to watch nonetheless.
Terminator Salvation (3-Disc Set), Blu-ray (2009)
 
Che, Parts One and Two, (Special Edition 2-Disc Set), Blu-ray (2008)
Published on January 18, 2010
This four-hour-plus biographical epic on Cuban revolutionary is not perfect, but worth viewing for its informative coverage of both the successful Cuban revolution and the unsuccessful Bolivian one, and for the superb portrayal by Benicio Del Toro.
Che, Parts One and Two, (Special Edition 2-Disc Set), Blu-ray (2008)
 
The Simpsons – The Complete 20th Season, Blu-ray (2008-2009)
Published on January 16, 2010
The latest from the show rated by some critics as "the best thing on TV," and responsible for Homer's "D'Oh" being listed in the new Webster's Dictionary.
The Simpsons – The Complete 20th Season, Blu-ray (2008-2009)
 
Bad Boy Made Good - The Revival of George Antheil’s 1924 Ballet mécanique (2 DVDs) (2006)
Published on January 13, 2010
An insanely loud and precise modern music milestone, a fine documentary on its revolutionary composer, and some valuable interviews. (Also a CD)
Bad Boy Made Good - The Revival of George Antheil’s 1924 Ballet mécanique (2 DVDs) (2006)
 

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