Reviewing films slightly off the beaten path
Reversal of Fortune is a well made film based on the true crime book by defense lawyer Alan Dershowitz. Jeremy Irons gives a strong performance alongside Ron Silver and Glenn Close. Warner Archive has given the film a fan pleasing Blu-ray presentation.
Featuring introductions by scholar Garner Simmons! –
The Killer Elite is not a fully fledged film by Sam Peckinpah despite flashes of greatness. Noon Wine, which is included in the Twilight Time Blu-ray, is an essential work by Peckinpah.
Featuring an introduction from scholar Garner Simmons! –
Bring Me The Head of Alfredo Garcia is one of the most original films by Sam Peckinpah. A truly unique journey. Twilight Time released the film on Blu-ray in 2014 and 2016.
Featuring an introduction by scholar Garner Simmons! –
Pat Garrett and Billy the Kid is one of Peckinpah’s most interesting and most flawed films. Disavowed by Peckinpah himself upon its release, a 2005 restoration brought the film back in a form close to its original intent.
Featuring an introduction by scholar Garner Simmons! –
The Getaway is an iconic Sam Peckinpah film starring Ali MacGraw and Steve McQueen. Warner Bros. released the film on Blu-ray in 2007.
Featuring an introduction from scholar Garner Simmons! –
Junior Bonner is a wonderful family drama starring Steve McQueen, Robert Preston, and Ida Lupino. Kino Lorber’s Blu-ray is well worth adding to your collection.
Featuring an intro from Peckinpah scholar Garner Simmons! –
Straw Dogs is one of Peckinpah’s most brutally effective and harrowing films. It’s a truly unforgettable film. The Criterion Collection release of the film is essential for fans of the film.
Featuring an introduction from Peckinpah scholar Garner Simmons!
The Ballad of Cable Hogue finds Sam Peckinpah in a light hearted mood. Jason Robards gives a great performance. Warner Archive gave the film a good release on Blu-ray.
Featuring an intro from Peckinpah scholar Garner Simmons!
The Wild Bunch is arguably the best film made by maverick filmmaker Sam Peckinpah. It is certainly one of the greatest Westerns ever made. The Warner Blu-ray is dated somewhat, but is still an irresistible package for fans of the film.
Major Dundee is a flawed film by Sam Peckinpah with some great performances and a true sense of realism. The Twilight Time Blu-ray is the definitive version of the film with the 2005 cut and Theatrical Cut.
Ride the High Country is an early masterpiece from the great Sam Peckinpah. This review also features an introduction from Peckinpah scholar Garner Simmons!
Kubrick’s Full Metal Jacket is a truly unique take on the Vietnam war. Warner have given the film a beautiful new 4K transfer that breathes new life into the film.