Wednesday, February 1 2012
The Magnificent ‘Coast’
Coast is a celebration of the British Isles, its neighbors, its peoples, their connections, and their relationships to the land and sea that shapes them.
Tuesday, January 31 2012
‘The Love We Make’ Is One for the Vaults
You gotta know when to roll 'em, know when to cut 'em, and know when to let it be.
‘Scorpion King 3: Battle for Redemption’: Sit Back and Bask in the Ninjaness of It All
A down on his luck former king goes on a quest for redemption, finds ninjas.
‘Texas Killing Fields’ Is Murder!
When you feel sorry for the bad guys in a serial killer flick, you know there's something wrong.
Monday, January 30 2012
‘Queen: Days of Our Lives’ Is the Definitive Queen Documentary—for Now
Loud guitar, astrophysics, little people, S&M clubs, positive thinking, and nude women on bicycles are all part of the Queen saga, darling.
Thanks to ‘Paranormal Activity 3’: I Can’t Even Look at an Oscillating Fan, Anymore
For a franchise that prides itself on slowly building to a fright-filled finalé, Paranormal Activity 3 comes up short -- but it does leave lasting impressions.
‘Drive’ Works Because of Its Self-Conscious Artifice
Ryan Gosling is instantly iconic as a driver trying to find his humanity amidst the corruption of Los Angeles.
Friday, January 27 2012
These ‘Superheroes’ Have the Power to Tear Themselves Away from Their Smart Phones & iPods
Are these self-styled "superheroes" bored malcontents or Good Samaritans? They're both.
She Was Always Chasing Rainbows: ‘Mildred Pierce: Collector’s Edition”
Foregoing the pulpy essence of the 1945 version for a raw naturalism, this miniseries is a brilliant time portal. It's Madame Bovary with rayon stockings and a strong work ethic.
More than a Movie: ‘The Whistleblower’s Heartfelt Plea for Greater Humanity
This small film with a big theme strives to encourage us all to be whistleblowers.
Thursday, January 26 2012
You May Observe the Ride, but You May Not Come Aboard the Bus: ‘Magic Trip’
On listening to people read from a script while we watch silent home movie footage of people on heroic doses of psychedelics.
For Your Eyes Only: ‘Archer: The Complete Season Two’
Pull on your black turtleneck and pour yourself a drink -- Archer is back for a second round and he's just as lethal as he was in Season One.
This Isn’t Your Typical Straight-Arrow Police Officer: ‘The Guard’
Brendan Gleeson never misses a beat as Sergeant Gerry Boyle, and his success lifts this clever film to a higher level.
Wednesday, January 25 2012
Murder Proposes, Perry Disposes: ‘Perry Mason: Season Six’
A well-oiled machine, Perry Mason Season Six is marked by clear stories and ingenious bafflements.
‘Jane’s Journey’: Insightful, Moving, Beautiful and Maddeningly Superficial
Lorenz Knauer presents Jane Goodall’s life as traditionally female, structured by marriages, sacrifice, and an act of reconciliation with her son.
‘Limelight’: Dancing to a Great American Crime Story
This story features plenty of the usual suspects: opportunistic thugs, opportunistic law men, and the pride which comes before a fall.
Tuesday, January 24 2012
‘‘Memphis’: A Tony Award-Winning Musical Brought to Your Living Room
Broadway hit musical Memphis is now available on DVD, offering the best of both worlds: the excitement of a live performance and the expressive opportunities offered by a multi-camera recording.
Waylon Jennings and Willie Nelson: Live at the US Festival
The US Festival's "Country Day" in June 1983, featured both Waylon Jennings and Willie Nelson.
Monday, January 23 2012
Daft Punk: Interstella 5555: The 5tory of the 5ecret 5tar 5ystem
The music and the storyline build off of and rely on each other to the point that, after seeing Interstella 5555, you may never be able to disconnect the two again.
The Will of God: ‘The Borgias: The First Season’
The Borgias: The First Season on Blu-ray introduces "the original crime family", and it wastes no time in getting to the dirty secrets of one of the most powerful and influential families of the 15th century.
