“Bolero” is a pretty strange movie. Bo Derek’s husband John directed her in a sophomoric sex comedy that feels like an excuse to get her disrobed. The MGM Blu-ray is pretty lousy overall, even for fans.
Philip Roth considered Larry Peerce’s adaptation of “Goodbye, Columbus” to be the best adaptation of his work. Fun City Editions has done a great job of bringing it to Blu-ray.
“Hearts of Darkness” is one of the greatest documentaries about filmmaking (possibly the greatest) ever made. Lionsgate has bravely chosen to release this classic documentary on 4K UHD.
“Thunderheart” was given a solid Blu-ray release by Sony in 2024. The 4K upgrade will appeal to fans of Roger Deakins’ cinematography and audio purists who want the newly included theatrical stereo track. It’a a great movie that deserves more attention.
Neil Labute’s take on gothic horror from 2022, “House of Darkness,” has been given a release by Shoreline Entertainment. Justin Long and Kate Bosworth are both well cast in the film.
“House on Haunted Hill” is a B-horror classic and one of my favorite films of its era. Vincent Price’s performance ranks as one of his best. Film Master has given the picture a new Blu-ray release.
Arrow Video has started 2026 out with a bang. “Under Siege,” starring Steven Seagal, has been given a true facelift that will make fans (like myself) want to leap for joy. Andrew Davis’s classic action film has received the royal treatment.
“Eyes Wide Shut” is a misunderstood masterpiece from visionary director Stanley Kubrick. I believe that Criterion Collection’s 4K release will lead to true reappraisal of one of Kubrick’s greatest achievements.
“Black Samson” is a star vehicle for the likable Rockne Tarkington who barely missed out on Jim Kelly’s role in “Enter the Dragon.” Warner Archive has restored the picture beautifully.
“A Nightmare on Elm Street: The Dream Master” was the most successful Elm Street film until “Freddy vs. Jason.” While the script is weaker than the prior film, the direction by Renny Harlin works. The picture is style over substance, but has plenty of nostalgic charm.
“A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors” is one of the best in the series thanks to a clever script with a more surreal vision. The 4K release in the new box set is fantastic.
