“The Menu” is sharp as a knife. This acidic dark comedy is an excellent satire of haute cuisine and foodie culture. It’s one of the best films of 2022. Ralph Fiennes, Anya Taylor-Joy and Nicholas Hoult lead an excellent ensemble cast.
“The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2” flies in the face of convention to deliver one of the most over-the-top sequels ever made.
“The Funhouse” is a well made horror film from Tobe Hooper that is set apart by strong production design, its carnival setting, and Andrew Laszlo’s cinematography. Shout! Factory’s 4K UHD release is excellent.
“Poltergeist” is arguably Tobe Hooper’s greatest film. Warner Bros. has given the film a 4K release to celebrate its fortieth anniversary. It’s a wonderful film that is as scary as it is fantastic.
“The Fog” is one of the most atmospheric horror films ever made. John Carpenter’s classic has been given an amazing new UHD release by Shout! Factory that ups the ante with an Atmos track.
Joel Schumacher’s “Flatliners” has been given a significant 4K UHD upgrade by Arrow Video with color grading approved by cinematographer Jan de Bont. It is far and away the best way to experience the film.
“Massacre at Central High” is a much better film than the name would imply. Synapse Films has brought the film from relative obscurity to Blu-ray with a strong transfer and an excellent documentary by Red Shirt Pictures.
In 2018, Twilight Time released the excellent thriller “The Incident” on Blu-ray. The film shows off a wonderful debut performance by Martin Sheen alongside Tony Musante.
MVD Rewind has given Michael Cimino’s film “Desperate Hours” a Blu-ray release. Edited against Cimino’s will, the film is an interesting misfire that has some redeeming elements.