Blu-ray Review: Igor
Directed by Anthony Leondis (Lilo & Stitch 2), Igor is a somewhat fun but ultimately disappointing exercise in animation. Had it not been for the voice talents of Steve Buscemi, John Cusack, John Cleese, Molly Shannon, Jay Leno, Christian Slater and Arsenio Hall Igor would have been written off as a formulaic romantic comedy. However, […]
Blu-ray Review: Wonder Woman
In this direct-to-video animated release of Wonder Woman, the plot is based on George Perez’ reboot of the character. Specifically, the “Gods and Mortals” arc that started the character’s second volume back in 1987. The film presumes that Wonder Woman exists in a world of her own and there are no references to the greater […]
DVD Review: Wonder Woman
In this direct-to-video animated release of Wonder Woman, the plot is based on George Perez’ reboot of the character. Specifically, the “Gods and Mortals” arc that started the character’s second volume back in 1987. The film presumes that Wonder Woman exists in a world of her own and there are no references to the greater […]
DVD Review: Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hears a Who!
I found myself completely taken with Horton Hears a Who! based on the 1954 classic by Dr. Seuss of the same name. At its core, the story is about recognizing the value of a person, despite their size, as Horton, an enormous elephant, becomes aware of a voice coming from a small speck of matter, […]
Blu-ray Review: Tinker Bell
I have to admit wasn’t really looking forward to seeing Tinker Bell. Something about direct to DVD films tends to put up a lot of red flags in my mind. Having seen a slew of direct-to -video sequels of quality films such as Tarzan, The Lion King, Cinderella, and The Little Mermaid, I think I […]
Blu-Ray Review: Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street is based on the Tony Award-winning musical with a book by Hugh Wheeler and words and music by Stephen Sondheim. The Broadway show originally opened on March 1, 1979. Len Cariou won the Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical for his portrayal of Sweeney Todd. […]
DVD Review: Jack Frost – Deluxe Remastered Edition
I can’t believe its October already. With the holiday season fast approaching, it’s just about time to start watching all of those Thanksgiving and Christmas themed specials that help mark this time of year. Warner Brothers recently released Jack Frost as a deluxe edition, to help get the ball rolling. The special originally aired on […]
Music Review: Serena Ryder – Sweeping the Ashes
Back in November of 2007, I reviewed Serena Ryder’s EP I Told You in a Whispered Song. That was my introduction to the Canadian born singer. Nearly two years later, Ryder is set to release a new three song EP titled Sweeping the Ashes that highlights her raspy delivery, emotional lyrics and impressive guitar skills. […]
DVD Review: Sinatra – The 2 Disc Collector’s Edition
Tina Sinatra recently said of her father, “Dad had no interest in writing a memoir: “What good would that do?” he’d say. “My life and music are the whole of me.” Of course, he was right. Film was the only way to go. His music transcends time and intensifies what the screenplay reveals in words.”Tina […]
Music Review: Peggy Lee – The Lost ’40s & ’50s Capitol Masters
As a long time music collector in my thirties, I’ve always had an appreciation for what I like to call “pure vocalists”–singers who seem to be able to belt out any song and make it their own. This talented group tends to cross musical genres: standards, jazz, pop–their tremendous vocal range gives them a vast […]