Detective Film – Art House Cult

March 3, 2025March 3, 2025UHD Review

The Nice Guys

Shane Black’s “The Nice Guys” is one of my favorite movies of the last decade. Ryan Gosling and Russell Crowe have great chemistry as mismatched partners working a case. Warner has released a 4K UHD.

February 26, 2025February 26, 2025Blu-ray Review

“Black Eye” is an enjoyable Blaxploitation private detective film that benefits from a strong lead performance by Fred Williamson and workmanlike direction by Jack Arnold. The picture is a little forgettable, but Warner’s Blu-ray looks terrific.

March 26, 2021March 26, 2021Blu-ray Review

Klute

Klute was the first film in Alan J. Pakula’s acclaimed Paranoia trilogy. It’s a well made thriller featuring excellent lead performances by both Jane Fonda and Donald Sutherland. Criterion have given the film an excellent release.

May 16, 2020May 16, 2020Blu-ray Review

The Big Fix

The Big Fix is a bittersweet detective film with some comedic elements. The film was misunderstood upon its release, but it deserves to be rediscovered.