“Beverly Hills Cop” is the film that elevated Eddie Murphy to superstar status. A great blend of comedy and action, it helped establish the formula for buddy cop movies in the Eighties. Paramount’s UHD release is the best the film has looked.
Liam Neeson is a good actor, but “Blacklight” is sadly a misfire for all those involved (including Aidan Quinn.) Universal Pictures have given the film a competent Blu-ray release.
The Lubitsch Touch is a wonderful thing to behold. “Heaven Can Wait” finds the director in excellent form with a great cast that includes Don Ameche and Gene Tierney. Criterion released the film in 2018.
Mill Creek’s release of “Metropolis”brought a rare Blu-ray back into print in a well designed steelbook packaging. The technical specs are good, but the film quality is excellent. Otomo and Rintaro created a visually stunning world.
“The Godfather: Part II” is a brilliant successor to the classic first film. It stands on its own as an artistic triumph which still resonates today. The 4K UHD is exceptional.
“Paganini Horror” is an interesting if not entirely successful horror film from Daria Nicolodi and Luigi Cozzi. Severin have given the film a solid release.
“The Godfather” is one of the best crime dramas ever made. Coppola directed an ensemble cast of Brando, Pacino, Caan, Duvall, and more in roles that defined their careers. The Paramount 4K UHD is an essential purchase with a jaw-dropping new restoration.
Pedro Almodovar’s latest film “Parallel Mothers” is an emotionally rich and poignant film with a mesmerizing performance by Penelope Cruz. Fans of Spanish Cinema will find a lot to enjoy.
“Ordinary People” is an expertly crafted film about grief and family dysfunction. It is also a great coming-of-age story. Timothy Hutton deservedly won an Oscar for his role as Conrad. Paramount has given the film an excellent release.
“Wild Things” was one of the last erotic thrillers to see large scale success at the box office. With a strong neo-noir story and sly sense of humor, it has aged well. The Arrow Video 4K UHD is gorgeous.
Eric Karson hoped he had found another Jean-Claude Van Damme in Olivier Gruner. Their first film together “Angel Town” was a modest box office success, but it did not elevate Gruner to star status. That may be because Gruner could hardly speak English. MVD Rewind gave the film a great special edition release in 2018.
“Queen of Outer Space” is a science fiction film from the Fifties that makes hilariously inaccurate scientific claims whenever possible. The film featured Zsa Zsa Gabor. Warner Archive released the film.