“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.
“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.
“Walking the Edge” is an enjoyable low key revenge film with Robert Forster, Joe Spinell, and Nancy Kwan. Fun City Editions have given fans a great looking release.
“Strike Commando 2” replaces Reb Brown with Brent Huff in the role of Michael Ransom. The film manages to rip off “Raiders of the Lost Ark” and “Rambo: First Blood Part II” at the same time. Fans of Bruno Mattei will have a lot to grin about.
“The Forever Purge” is a very strong fifth entry in the Purge series. This is the best film in the series since “The Purge: Anarchy.” By focusing their attention on Texas and immigration, they have given the series new life.
“The First Purge” is James DeMonaco’s attempt to capture the zeitgeist during a politically inflamed time in America. It’s an interesting film that is the most divisive amongst fans of the series.
“The Purge: Election Year” has a little difficulty following up “The Purge: Anarchy,” but it is still an enjoyable action film. The candy bar sequence may be the best sequence in the series.
“The Purge: Anarchy” pivots from horror into action-thriller territory successfully. It’s a strong sequel that set the template for the rest of the series. It remains a fan favorite.
“Raiders of Atlantis” is an outlandish and unbelievably ridiculous post-apocalyptic action film from Italian filmmaker Ruggero Deodato. Severin Films have resurrected the film from the VHS era for a proper release!