“There was a crooked man…” is a film born out of the studio’s attempts to market edgier entertainment after the success of films like “Easy Rider.” Aside from some small missteps, it is a lot of fun.
Featuring an introduction with film scholar Garner Simmons –
“Bring Me the Head of Alfredo Garcia” is one of Sam Peckinpah’s most distinct and best films. Kino Lorber have given the film a new release sourced from a 2017 4K scan from MGM.
Sleeping Dogs was a big leap forward for New Zealand cinema when it was released in 1977. Arrow Academy has given the film a great looking release.
Featuring an introduction from scholar Garner Simmons! –
Bring Me The Head of Alfredo Garcia is one of the most original films by Sam Peckinpah. A truly unique journey. Twilight Time released the film on Blu-ray in 2014 and 2016.
Featuring an intro from Peckinpah scholar Garner Simmons!
The Wild Bunch is arguably the best film made by maverick filmmaker Sam Peckinpah. It is certainly one of the greatest Westerns ever made. The Warner Blu-ray is dated somewhat, but is still an irresistible package for fans of the film.
Major Dundee is a flawed film by Sam Peckinpah with some great performances and a true sense of realism. The Twilight Time Blu-ray is the definitive version of the film with the 2005 cut and Theatrical Cut.
Ride the High Country is an early masterpiece from the great Sam Peckinpah. This review also features an introduction from Peckinpah scholar Garner Simmons!