Recent TV DVD ReviewsFriday, October 2 2009
TraffikFilm after film has borrowed the structure of this epic British miniseries, but few have used it to effect achieved by the original Traffik. Tuesday, September 29 2009
The Patty Duke ShowNaturally, the confusion about the identical cousins' identities and hijinks surrounding switcheroos is there, but the bulk of the show centers on the relationships between these two girls and their family. Tuesday, September 22 2009Important Things with Demetri MartinAiring a show featuring a comedian best known for support roles in The Daily Show and Flight of the Conchords might have been one of their riskier properties for Comedy Central -- but it works. Thursday, September 17 2009
The Life and Times of Vivienne VyleA satirical commentary on sleazy daytime talk-show television, the modern version of the age-old obsession with fame, status and success, and the cult of one's own perceived celebrity. Wednesday, September 9 2009The No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency: The Complete First SeasonAs long as HBO keeps airing original, first-rate productions like this, it will remain essential to discerning viewers. Monday, August 31 2009
The Mighty Boosh: Series 1, 2 and 3It's a television show. It's a comedy. It's an adventure. It's the place where inspiration, imagination and a hint of hallucination collide to create brilliant comedic, escapist entertainment. Sunday, August 30 2009The Shape of the WorldThe history of cartography is, in a close to literal sense, the history of the entire world, and it is this fact that finds this documentary covering an amount of territory that is ultimately too big. Tuesday, August 25 2009
Dexter: The Complete Third SeasonDexter's façade of normalcy has gotten more credible and he begins to believe that he can truly live the life he has created for himself. Sunday, August 23 2009Designing Women: Season TwoQuick, smart and frank, these women were let loose to create the kinds of characters that are still vibrant, 20 years later. Friday, August 21 2009
The Middleman: The Complete SeriesSometimes its cleverness gets the best of it, but The Middleman’s mix of cynicism, innocence, and quirk makes for a hugely enjoyable and original show. Thursday, August 20 2009
Prison Break: Season 4Hitting the ground running, the show charges forward recklessly and heedlessly, it’s sole concern to maintain forward momentum, even at the expense of continuity and consistency Wednesday, August 19 2009The Terry Jones CollectionJones is simply reminding us that hubris is the worst of all historical errors. To presume that whatever we need to do to sustain our position is justified, is to head full bore toward the precipice. Monday, August 17 2009Edge of ExistenceThis show’s top-notch filming, hip soundtrack, and the host’s ‘everyman’ demeanor help it stand out from the crowd. Wednesday, August 12 2009Stargate 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.
Early Edition: The Second SeasonEqual parts sweet and old-fashioned, the show’s regard for newspapers isn’t the only thing that feels of another era. Monday, August 10 2009
Torchwood: Children of EarthIt'll be hard for the show to ever be darker than Children of Earth, and even harder for it to ever be more compelling. |
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