

Joker: Phoenix Stuns in Villainous Origin Tale (Blu-ray)
The Film: At this point, it’s undeniable to say that The Joker is one of the great, iconic villains of cinema. For over 50 years, we’ve...


Ready or Not: A Middling Horror Outing That Doesn't Do Quite Enough (Blu-ray)
The Film: Sadly, 2019 has been a rather dismal year for the horror genre. From outright stinkers like “The Prodigy,” “Pet Sematary,” “IT:...


IT: Chapter Two: A Startlingly-Disappointing Follow-Up (Blu-ray)
The Film: Just two years ago, director Andy Muschietti delivered the remarkable first half of his adaptation of Stephen King’s “IT.” It...


X-Men: Dark Phoenix: A Sad End for a Once-Great Series (Blu-ray)
The Film: When last we left the current “X-Men” series, we had been made to suffer through what is arguably the worst entry in the entire...


All is True: An Intriguing Treat for Shakespeare Fans (Blu-ray)
The Film: The great Sir Kenneth Branagh is well-known for his multiple Shakespeare adaptations that have included “Henry V,” “Much Ado...


Godzilla: King of the Monsters: A Solid Contender for Worst Film of 2019 (Blu-ray)
The Film: Over the course of 65 years, the “Godzilla” franchise has certainly seen its ups and downs. The original 1954 film is a decent...


The Flash: The Complete Fifth Season: A Decent Season That Takes a Step Back (Blu-ray)
The Show: Last season, “The Flash” managed to deliver another stunning arc that utilized the show’s incredible ability to combine action,...


The Flavor of Green Tea over Rice: Compelling Set-Ups Requiring More Depth (Criterion Blu-ray)
The Film: When it comes to the great directors of Japanese cinema, it’s a shame that the great Yasujiro Ozu has never really become a...


Pokémon: Detective Pikachu: A Silly Idea Becomes a Compelling Adaptation (Blu-ray)
The Film: Anyone growing up in the ‘90s certainly remembers the phenomenon that is Pokémon. It seemed to come out of nowhere, but...


1984: A Splendidly-Designed Adaptation That Doesn't Quite Hit the Mark (Criterion Blu-ray)
The Film: At one point or another, it seems that everyone ends up reading George Orwell’s classic dystopian novel “1984.” Whether it’s...