Reviewing films slightly off the beaten path
Oliver Stone has worked with writer James DiEugenio, the author of “Destiny Betrayed,” to create a spellbinding tour de force documentary about who and why JFK was assassinated. Shout! Factory has given the documentary a proper release that earns our highest recommendation.
“True Romance” is one of the best films of the Nineties. Watching Tony Scott interpret the words of Quentin Tarantino while maintaining his signature visual style is an absolute treat. The 4K UHD release by Arrow Video looks gorgeous and features the legacy content alongside a few new features.
“God Told Me To” is a unique thriller from the inimitable mind of independent guerrilla filmmaker Larry Cohen. The Blue Underground release looks and sounds fantastic and features a new commentary by Steve Mitchell and Troy Howarth.
“Compartment No. 6” won the prestigious Grand Prize at Cannes Film Festival in 2021. Sony Pictures Classics have given the film a release. While deliberately paced, the ride is worth taking.
“The Living Dead at Manchester Morgue” is one of the best zombie horror films ever made. The Synapse Blu-ray looks and sounds fantastic. This releases earns our highest recommendation.
“The Untouchables” benefits from great direction by Brian De Palma and a strong cast made up of Sean Connery, Kevin Costner, and Robert De Niro. The Paramount UHD release is a vast upgrade from the 2007 Blu-ray release.
“The Batman” is the best Batman film since “The Dark Knight.” Matt Reeves’s vision of Gotham is one of the most compelling yet. The Warner Bros. 4K UHD is one of the most impressive releases this year on the format.
“Warriors of the Year 2072” is the Post-Apocalyptic Italian VHS-Era Lucio Fulci film you have always wanted. Severin’s Blu-ray release is fantastic.
“Beverly Hills Cop II” is a sequel that in many ways is the equal of the first film. The cinematography by Jeffrey Kimball and direction by Tony Scott make the film a winner. The UHD by Paramount looks fantastic.
