New Blu-ray Reviews

None But the Brave Blu-ray Movie  

Warner Bros. | 1965 | 106 min | Not rated | Jun 11, 2019 | Randy Miller III

A crippled C-47 transport crash-lands on a remote Pacific island. For the Marines aboard, World War II becomes smaller but no less deadly. The atoll is held by a Japanese platoon, also cut off from its command. After initial bullet-laced confrontations, the Japanese leader offers to swap water for the aid of Pharmacist Mate Maloney, whom he’s mistaken for a doctor. When Maloney amputates the leg of a Japanese soldier and saves his life, peace results. But can it last? There are two sides to every war.

Drama / War

Judy Blu-ray Movie  

Blu-ray + DVD + Digital Copy

Lionsgate Films | 2019 | 118 min | Rated PG-13 | Dec 24, 2019 | Jeffrey Kauffman

Legendary performer Judy Garland arrives in London in the winter of 1968 to perform a series of sold-out concerts.

Biography / Drama / Music / Romance / Period

Nelly and Monsieur Arnaud Blu-ray Movie  

Nelly et M. Arnaud

Kino Lorber | 1995 | 106 min | Not rated | Sep 24, 2019 | Dr. Svet Atanasov

When Nelly, a woman being just divorced, meets by chance M. Arnaud, a mature salesman just retired, begins a strange and special relationship between the two personalities.

Drama / Romance / Foreign

Freaks Blu-ray Movie  

Blu-ray + DVD

Well Go USA | 2018 | 105 min | Rated R | Dec 10, 2019 | Jeffrey Kauffman

A bold girl discovers a bizarre, threatening, and mysterious new world beyond her front door after she escapes her father's protective and paranoid control.

Drama / Horror / Mystery / Sci-Fi / Thriller

Once Upon a Time in Hollywood 4K Blu-ray Movie  

4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray + Digital Copy

Sony Pictures | 2019 | 162 min | Rated R | Dec 10, 2019 | Jeffrey Kauffman

A story that takes place in Los Angeles in 1969, at the height of hippy Hollywood. The two lead characters are Rick Dalton, former star of a western TV series, and his longtime stunt double Cliff Booth. Both are struggling to make it in a Hollywood they don’t recognize anymore. But Rick has a new next-door neighbor, who may be a rising star…Sharon Tate.

Comedy / Drama / Thriller / Dark humor / Period

Silver Bullet Blu-ray Movie  

Collector's Edition

Shout Factory | 1985 | 95 min | Rated R | Dec 17, 2019 | Brian Orndorf

The small town of Tarker's Mill was a place that was very peaceful, where nothing ever happened. Until one night, murders begin. The town people believe its some maniac killer on the loose and intend to hunt the man down. Marty, a young handicapped boy, believes that the killer is no man at all, but a werewolf.

Adventure / Drama / Horror / Mystery / Thriller

The Harvesters Blu-ray Movie  

Die Stropers

Altered Innocence | 2018 | 107 min | Not rated | Dec 10, 2019 | Brian Orndorf

South Africa, Free State region, isolated stronghold to the Afrikaans white ethnic minority culture. In this conservative farming territory obsessed with strength and masculinity, Janno is different, secretive, emotionally frail. One day his mother, fiercely religious, brings home Pieter, a hardened street orphan she wants to save, and asks Janno to make this stranger into his brother. The two boys start a fight for power, heritage and parental love.

Drama / Foreign

Glorifying the American Girl Blu-ray Movie  

Kino Lorber | 1929 | 95 min | Not rated | Dec 03, 2019 | Neil Lumbard

Gloria, Barbara and Buddy are working at the sheet music counter in a New York department store. On a trip of the whole store, Gloria, who's in love with Buddy, is spotted by vaudeville hoofer Miller, whom his partner Mooney, like her predecessors, has just left. Miller tours with Gloria and both are spotted by Ziegfeld's talent scouts, just before they were splitting up, leaving Gloria with a contract giving Miller a part of her earnings in the next few years. Gloria becomes the star of a new Ziegfeld production, but Barbara, who has been pining for buddy for quite a while, seems to have more luck with him.

Comedy / Drama / Musical

Christmas in July Blu-ray Movie  

Kino Lorber | 1940 | 67 min | Not rated | Nov 26, 2019 | Neil Lumbard

A workplace practical joke goes awry when an office clerk (Dick Powell), believing he has won a $25,000 prize, takes his girlfriend (Ellen Drew) on an extravagant Christmas shopping spree…in the middle of July! When the truth comes out, he's not prepared for the consequences.

Comedy / Romance

The Holly and the Ivy Blu-ray Movie  

Kino Lorber | 1952 | 81 min | Not rated | Nov 26, 2019 | Neil Lumbard

The Gregory family arrive at the home of their recently widowed patriarch Martin, the local Parson, on Christmas Eve. However, family tensions threaten to ruin the holiday, as his three children battle with personal issues and are unable to confide in a father that they consider unapproachable, judgemental and out of touch.

Drama / Holiday

Undertow Blu-ray Movie  

Olive Films | 2004 | 108 min | Rated R | Mar 22, 2016 | Neil Lumbard

Chris Munn is a troubled teenager who can't seem to stay out of trouble. His hard-nosed father, John, and younger brother, Tim, are his only companions. But when Chris's long-lost Uncle Deel shows up for a reunion of sorts, the past comes back to haunt everyone.

Drama / Thriller

One Piece: Episode of Sabo Blu-ray Movie  

The Three Brothers' Bond - The Miraculous Reunion and the Inherited Will / Blu-ray + DVD

FUNimation Entertainment | 2015 | 107 min | Rated TV-14 | Mar 19, 2019 | Neil Lumbard

After two years of training, the Straw Hats reunited at Sabaody Archipelago. Getting past the Fish-Man Island, they finally made it to the final sea - the New World.

Action / Anime / Comic book / Foreign

Kundun Blu-ray Movie  

Kino Lorber | 1997 | 134 min | Rated PG-13 | Oct 29, 2019 | Neil Lumbard

The incredible true story of one of the world's most fascinating leaders - Tibet's Dalai Lama - and his daring struggle to rule a nation at one of the most challenging times in its history.

Biography / Drama / History / War

Millennium Actress Blu-ray Movie  

千年女優 / Blu-ray + DVD

Shout Factory | 2001 | 87 min | Rated PG | Dec 10, 2019 | Neil Lumbard

When Studio Gin'ei commissions filmmaker Gen'ya Tachibana to make a documentary in commemoration of its 70th anniversary, he travels to a secluded mountain lodge to interview the idol of his youth, the enigmatic Chiyoko Fujiwara, who was the studio's leading lady from the 1930s until the 1960s. As Chiyoko reminisces about her life, Tachibana and his cameraman suddenly find themselves on a rich and dazzling journey through time. Chiyoko's films and personal memories intertwine with present events and stretch the boundaries of reality.

Anime / Drama / Fantasy / Romance / Foreign / Surreal / Period

Konga Blu-ray Movie  

Kino Lorber | 1961 | 90 min | Not rated | Dec 03, 2019 | Neil Lumbard

Dr. Decker comes back from Africa after a year, presumed dead. During that year, he came across a way of growing plants and animals to an enormous size. He brings back a baby chimpanzee to test out his theory. As he has many enemies at home, he decides to use his chimp, Konga, to "get rid of them". Then Konga grows to gigantic proportions and reaks havoc all over the city of London...!

Horror / Sci-Fi

Downton Abbey Blu-ray Movie  

Blu-ray + DVD + Digital Copy

Universal Studios | 2019 | 122 min | Rated PG | Dec 17, 2019 | Brian Orndorf

The continuing story of the Crawley family, wealthy owners of a large estate in the English countryside in the early 20th century.

Drama / Romance / Period

The Magic Sword Blu-ray Movie  

The Seven Curses of Lodac / St. George and the Seven Curses / St. George and the Dragon

Kino Lorber | 1962 | 80 min | Not rated | Dec 03, 2019 | Neil Lumbard

The son of a sorceress, armed with weapons, armour and six magically summoned knights, embarks on a quest to save a princess from a vengeful wizard.

Adventure / Drama / Fantasy

Dora and the Lost City of Gold Blu-ray Movie  

Blu-ray + DVD + Digital Copy

Paramount Pictures | 2019 | 102 min | Rated PG | Nov 19, 2019 | Brian Orndorf

Having spent most of her life exploring the jungle with her parents, nothing could prepare Dora (Isabela Moner) for her biggest challenge yet – High School. When her parents mysteriously disappear while searching for the Lost City of Gold, Dora must swing into action and lead a group of ill-equipped high schoolers on a wild quest to save them. Hold on for a high stakes mission as Dora and her new friends navigate the jungle, outrun treasure hunters and solve ancient puzzles to unlock the mystery of the fabled city. Grab your friends and family and join Dora on this fun-filled adventure of a lifetime!

Action / Adventure / Family

Witness for the Prosecution Blu-ray Movie    

Masters of Cinema

Eureka Entertainment | 1957 | 116 min | Rated BBFC: U | Sep 10, 2018 | Neil Lumbard

Sir Wilfrid Robarts is an ailing barrister who has been told that he should accept fewer legal cases for the sake of his health. However, he cannot resist defending Leonard Stephen Vole, a man accused of murder whose only alibi is provided by his devoted wife, Christine. The police are convinced of Vole's guilt as he stands to benefit financially from the murder, but Robarts believes that he can prove the man's innocence in court.

Crime / Drama / Film-Noir / Mystery / Thriller

Aya of Yop City Blu-ray Movie  

Aya de Yopougon

Kino Lorber | 2013 | 88 min | Not rated | Nov 26, 2019 | Neil Lumbard

Against the colorful and spirited backdrop of the Ivory Coast in the 1970s, Aya of Yop City is a vibrant, beautifully animated film. From teen romance to parental tribulations, it offers a rare glimpse into the daily lives of Africans, and is adapted from a best-selling series of graphic novels. Aya is 19, and she loves her neighborhood of Yop City in Abidjan, where everyone knows each other. It is always lively, with open markets, colorful fabrics, funky cafés and of course, music everywhere. Her mom Fanta is the neighborhood’s most trusted healer. Her dad is a sales rep for a brewery, and certainly gets his fill of the product. While Aya has dreams of becoming a doctor, her two best friends, Adjoua and Bintou, just like to hang out and spend their evenings dancing, drinking and flirting with boys. Their ambition is to follow plan C: Combs, Clothes and Chasing Men! Big trouble comes to town when Adjoua realizes she’s pregnant. Not to mention when Moussa, the spoiled rotten Sissoko boy finds out he’s going to be a dad! How can he tell his old man, one of the richest and most feared men in the whole country? Aya of Yop City is a gorgeously rendered animated drama that places the Ivory Coast in a shimmering new light.

Animation / Drama / Romance / Foreign