New Blu-ray Reviews

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

Once Upon a Time in Hollywood Blu-ray Movie  

Blu-ray + DVD + Digital Copy

Sony Pictures | 2019 | 161 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

The Cotton Club Encore Blu-ray Movie  

Blu-ray + DVD + Digital Copy

Lionsgate Films | 1984 | 139 min | Rated R | Dec 10, 2019 | Jeffrey Kauffman

The Cotton Club was a famous night club in Harlem. The story follows the people that visited the club, those that ran it, and is peppered with the Jazz music that made it so famous.

Crime / Drama / Music

The Red Rider Blu-ray Movie  

VCI | 1934 | 310 min | Not rated | Nov 12, 2019 | Jeffrey Kauffman

"Red" Davison (Buck Jones), the sheriff of Sun Dog, sacrifices his job and his good name to save his best friend, "Silent" Slade from the hangman's noose, following a framed-up court decision which sentences Slade to hang for the murder of Scotty McKee (J.P. McGowan). Davidson allows Slade to escape from jail and follows him to aid him in proving his innocence.

Action / Adventure / Drama / Western

Fail Safe Blu-ray Movie  

Criterion | 1964 | 112 min | Not rated | Jan 28, 2020 | Dr. Svet Atanasov

During the Cold War, U.S. bomber jets are equipped with fail-safe boxes that instruct pilots when and if to attack. When an attack order is inadvertently administered due to a system malfunction, the President of the United States must scramble to fix the mistake before the bombs are dropped on Moscow.

Drama / Thriller / War

Dracula Blu-ray Movie  

Collector's Edition with Theatrical & Badham color

Shout Factory | 1979 | 109 min | Rated R | Nov 26, 2019 | Dr. Stephen Larson

In early 20th-century England, the bloodthirsty, but also charming and seductive Count Dracula tries to create an immortal bride, but must contend with Professor Abraham Van Helsing.

Horror / Romance / Supernatural / Period

Dracula: Prince of Darkness Blu-ray Movie  

Collector's Edition

Shout Factory | 1966 | 1 Movie, 2 Cuts | 90 min | Not rated | Dec 18, 2018 | Dr. Stephen Larson

Dracula is resurrected, preying on four unsuspecting visitors to his castle.

Fantasy / Horror / Thriller / Supernatural / Period

Paddington 2 Blu-ray Movie  

Blu-ray + DVD + Digital Copy

Warner Bros. | 2017 | 104 min | Rated PG | Apr 24, 2018 | Randy Miller III

Paddington, now happily settled with the Brown family and a popular member of the local community, picks up a series of odd jobs to buy the perfect present for his Aunt Lucy's 100th birthday, only for the gift to be stolen.

Animation / Comedy / Family

Joan the Maid Blu-ray Movie  

Joan the Maid Part 1: The Battles / Joan the Maid Part 2: The Prisons | Jeanne la Pucelle

Cohen Media Group | 1994 | 2 Movies | 336 min | Rated R | Dec 03, 2019 | Jeffrey Kauffman

Joan the Maid is a two-part 1994 French film directed by Jacques Rivette. It chronicles the life of Joan of Arc. This film was released in two parts: Joan the Maid, Part 1: The Battles and Joan the Maid, Part 2: The Prisons.

Biography / Drama / History / Foreign

Joan the Maid Part 1: The Battles Blu-ray Movie  

Jeanne la Pucelle I - Les batailles

Cohen Media Group | 1994 | 160 min | Not rated | No Release Date | Jeffrey Kauffman

A part of Joan of Arc's life. At the beginning, Jeanne (Joan) has already left Domremy, she is trying to convince a captain to escort her to the Dauphin. It ends during Jeanne's first battle, at Orleans. Meanwhile, Jeanne is depicted more as a warrior than a saint (all cliches are avoided), with only her faith for strength.

Biography / Drama / History / Foreign