“The Purge: Anarchy” pivots from horror into action-thriller territory successfully. It’s a strong sequel that set the template for the rest of the series. It remains a fan favorite.
“Deep Blood” is a masterclass in inept filmmaking. Stilted dialogue, poor plotting, and terrible acting contribute to this indescribable sharksploitation classic. Severin Films have given the film a proper release.
“Cruel Jaws” is a jaw dropping work of boldfaced plagiarism. One of the most infamous and enjoyable “Jaws” ripoffs, it was actually released as “Jaws 5” in some territories. Severin Films released this cinematic gift on Blu-ray.
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“The Bird with the Crystal Plumage” is one of Argento’s best films and one of the greatest giallo films ever made. The new 4K UHD release from Arrow looks fantastic.
“Day of the Animals” is an entertaining Natural Horror film from William Girdler. The best aspect is Leslie Nielsen playing against type as a sociopathic jerk. Severin Films has given the film a deluxe release.
“The Dead Zone” is one of the best Stephen King adaptations and one of Cronenberg’s better films. Shout! Factory has given the film the release it deserves and that fans have wanted.
“The Lawnmower Man” is probably the best known film from the brief boom of Cyber Cinema. Starring Jeff Fahey and Pierce Brosnan, it is a fun and fairly traditional science fiction film. The Shout! Factory Blu-ray is a definitive Collector’s Edition.