Willie Dynamite is an entertaining Blaxploitation film that is not as tough as other films from that era, but the styles worn by Willie are truly things of beauty.
No Down Payment is a deeply cynical look at the troubled suburban lives of the post-war generation. Martin Ritt directs an excellent cast that includes Tony Randall and Joanne Woodward. Twilight Time gave the film a Blu-ray release with a great transfer provided by 20th Century Fox.
The Giant Behemoth is an enjoyable Atomic Age monster film. It’s a little forgettable, but should scratch the itch for fans of the genre. Warner Archive released the film on Blu-ray.
Sleeping Dogs was a big leap forward for New Zealand cinema when it was released in 1977. Arrow Academy has given the film a great looking release.
The Possessed is an exceptionally crafted film. It is an atmospheric masterpiece and one of the best films in Arrow’s fantastic lineup.
Talk Radio is a well made adaptation of the one-man play by Eric Bogosian. Oliver Stone directs the film capably, even if the film can feel abrasive at times. Twilight Time brought the film to Blu-ray.
JSA: Joint Security Area was the third film by Park Chan Wook and the last before his Vengeance Trilogy made him an international sensation. Arrow Video have given the film a pristine new release.
The fifth Friday the 13th picks up where Part 4 left off. It’s a bizarre and entertaining sequel. Shout! Factory features the film within their new deluxe box set.
In 2018, Luca Guadagnino remade the classic Dario Argento film Suspiria. The resulting film can’t compete with the brilliance of the original, but there is a unique vision presented that will stir debates over the film’s merit. The music by Thom Yorke is exceptional.
Total Recall is one of the most enjoyable and entertaining science fiction films from the Nineties. Director Paul Verhoeven delivered one of his best films featuring Arnold Schwarzenegger in his prime. There is a beautifully designed limited edition steelbook worth seeking out.