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Dan HeatonAbout Dan Heaton Dan Heaton has written about film and music for more than 10 years for both print and web publications, including DigitallyObsessed.com and ErasingClouds.com. He earned Bachelors degrees in English and Journalism from the University of Missouri-Columbia in 1998. His writing covers a wide array of genres, with a particular interest in sci-fi movies and television. He currently lives in St. Louis with his wife and baby daughter. Reviews
The Guild: Seasons 1 & 2Only a keen understanding of the gaming culture could generate such a dedicated, enthusiastic audience. [14 October 2009] 
Sanctuary: The Complete First SeasonThe modern-day stories mirror our society's uncaring treatment of outsider groups without being too blatant. [6 October 2009] 
Angel of DeathEven a modest web series needs a competent story to transcend the genre formula. [18 August 2009] 
Stargate SG-1: Children of the GodsThere's a fine line between improving a dated product and gouging fans, and this release falls right in the middle. [12 August 2009] 
Stargate Atlantis: The Complete Fifth SeasonDuring its five-year run, this show's given us improved visual effects, engaging new characters and some classic sci-fi adventure. [23 July 2009] 
Thrilla in ManilaWhile the filmmaker supports Frazier's viewpoint, he also depicts a frightening, unhealthy side of his personality. [24 June 2009] 
Apollo 11: A Night to RememberThe vintage BBC material should jump off the screen and inspire us, but the footage just sits there. [23 June 2009] 
The Hills: The Complete Fourth SeasonThe scenes are designed to resemble actual events, but everything feels staged and purposely awkward. [29 April 2009] 
NOFX: Backstage PassportThe eight installments offer childish mayhem but reveal surprising heart amid the chaos. [19 April 2009] 
Blue Gold: World Water WarsPainting a frightening picture of violence, greed and desperation, Bozzo reveals another growing crack in our fragile environment. [13 April 2009] 
Whale WarsThe Sea Shepherds consistently blur the line between courageous activism and illegal mayhem, leading to polarizing reactions. [9 March 2009] 
Sputnik ManiaHoffman avoids the “talking head” approach and relies more on actual footage than modern interviews. [22 February 2009] 
Eagle EyeThis might pretend to criticize our increasing reliance on technology, but it’s really just the setting for a big dumb movie. [14 January 2009] 
Hannah Takes the StairsThe 'mumblecore' approach may alienate those expecting a glossy indie, but it's a welcome respite from the typical costume dramas and crime epics. [3 December 2008] |
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