Fun City Editions has given Stuart Gillard’s 1982 film “Paradise” a Blu-ray release. The picture plays as a “Blue Lagoon” style romance-adventure that benefits from the natural beauty of Phoebe Cates.
“Bad Company” is another solid discovery by Fun City Editions – an acid Western starring Jeff Bridges and Barry Brown. The cinematography by Gordon Willis brings a lot to Robert Benton’s first film.
“Strangers Kiss” is a romantic drama from 1983 that focuses on low budget filmmaking with Stanley Kubrick’s “Killer’s Kiss” as chief inspiration for the events in the film. Fun City Editions have gone above and beyond to give the film a solid release.
Fun City Editions has given the 1971 slice-of-life drama “T.R. Baskin” a Blu-ray release. Directed by Herbert Ross, the film was written and produced by Peter Hyams. The disc features solid technical specs and an excellent interview,
Fun City Editions has given the 1995 independent comedy “Party Girl” a Blu-ray release from a new 4K restoration. Parker Posey shines in the film that was a staple of video stores in the Nineties.
“Cutter’s Way” is a low-key masterpiece of the sundrenched noir genre. The film stars Jeff Bridges and John Heard in an unforgettable performance. The Fun City Edition Blu-ray earns our highest recommendation.
Ivan Passer’s “Born to Win” is a well made character driven drama from the “New Hollywood” era. George Segal stars as J, a heroin addict whose hustles cause him to continuously spiral downward. Fun City Editions have given the film an attractive release.
“Morvern Callar” is an exceptionally well made film by filmmaker Lynne Ramsay. It is a beautiful rumination on loss, grief, and rejuvenation. The soundtrack is killer. Fun City Editions has given the film a great release with a strong 2K scan.
Written by novelist Thomas McGuane, “Rancho Deluxe” is an out there “acid Western” starring Jeff Bridges and Sam Waterston. Fun City Editions’s release has great supplements and a solid 4K transfer.
“Married to the Mob” is a colorful film that mixes mobster intrigue and romantic comedy elements. Fun City Editions has given the film a solid 2K scan and new special features.
Jonathan Hertzberg of Fun City Editions was kind enough to talk to us for a couple hours about his label and his love of film. The conversation is roughly 25 pages long and full of insights into his processes and inspirations.