Chris Smith’s classic documentary “American Movie” follows best friends Mark Borchardt and Mike Schank on their quest to complete a short film without the benefit of funding or time. Sony’s 4K UHD is the final word on this great film.
Richard Pryor’s seminal stand-up special “Live on the Sunset Strip” has unexpectedly received a 4K release by Sony. The last twenty minutes feature the famous freebasing fire story.
“The Lady from Shanghai” is a deliriously strange film noir. Directed by Orson Welles, the film was recut by the studio, but still works. Rita Hayworth dazzles as a bombshell blonde. Sony has given the film a 4K UHD release.
Sony Pictures has given Spike Lee’s sophomore film “School Daze” a 4K UHD release. The transfer is rock solid and the archival special features are excellent.
Errol Morris’s “The Fog of War” is simply a masterpiece. One of the finest documentaries and finest films ever made on war and wartime decision making. A classic. Sony Pictures has finally given the film a Blu-ray release.
“American Pop” manages to traverse four generations of history and music in 96 minutes. It’s not perfect, but it is ambitious. Sony has given the film a Blu-ray release.
Pedro Almodovar’s latest film “Parallel Mothers” is an emotionally rich and poignant film with a mesmerizing performance by Penelope Cruz. Fans of Spanish Cinema will find a lot to enjoy.
“Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City” is a faithful film adaptation of the story from the first two games in the iconic survival horror series. Fans of the games will enjoy seeing R.P.D. and the Wesley House recreated.
“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.
“Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood” is still the best film from 2019. It isn’t even close. We revisited the film after reading “Helter Skelter.”
The Prisoner is a well written and perfectly acted morality play with the great Alec Guinness in the lead role. The film was controversial upon its release. It holds up well.
My Name is Julia Ross is an enjoyable thriller from Director Joseph H. Lewis that should please fans of films like Hitchcock’s Rebecca.