“Fandango” is a light-hearted crowd pleasing coming-of-age film that features a charismatic performance by Kevin Costner on the cusp of fame. Warner Archive’s Blu-ray will please fans of the picture.
“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.
Arrow Video has updated the classic “An American Werewolf in London” to 4K UHD. One of the best horror films of all time is now available in a truly definitive edition that keeps the excellent supplements from the 2019 release and updates the video to its best presentation yet.
“Ghostbusters: Afterlife” is a family film that should please young and old fans of the original films. Directed and written by Jason Reitman, the movie strikes the right balance between nostalgia, thrills, and humor. Sony’s disc looks and sounds great.
“Heaven Can Wait” is a sweet natured and clean comedy written by and starring Warren Beatty that earned nine Oscar nominations. The film holds up well. Paramount has given the film a Blu-ray release.
“Beavis and Butthead Do America” allowed Mike Judge’s most iconic creations to expand their antics into a full length film. The results are satisfying for fans of the show as the two idiots travel cross country with some added star power.
The classic Steve Martin-John Candy-John Hughes holiday comedy has been given a new steelbook presentation. It’s a Thanksgiving tradition for many families to revisit the film and laugh as they watch every traveler’s worst nightmare unfold.
“Night Shift” is a genuinely funny and charming comedy from the Eighties. It features strong performances by Henry Winkler and Shelley Long, but Michael Keaton steals the film in his debut role. Warner Archive’s Blu-ray is not to be missed!
“Alone in the Dark” is an excellent thriller with elements of humor and horror. Jack Palance, Donald Pleasance, and Martin Landau Are all wonderful in the film. Shout! Factory has given the film a great release.
“One Crazy Summer” is a breezy lighthearted comedy from writer-director Savage Steve Holland. Starring John Cusack, the film was their follow-up to “Better Off Dead.” Warner Archive has given the film a release.
“There was a crooked man…” is a film born out of the studio’s attempts to market edgier entertainment after the success of films like “Easy Rider.” Aside from some small missteps, it is a lot of fun.