New Blu-ray Reviews
Home- November 17, 2017
Time to Die Blu-ray Movie
Tiempo de morir
Film Movement | 1966 | 89 min | Not rated | Nov 14, 2017 | Jeffrey Kauffman
This classic Mexican neo-western, was the first realized screenplay of Nobel Prize winner Gabriel García Márquez and legendary Mexican novelist Carlos Fuentes. Under the direction of Mexican auteur Arturo Ripstein, TIME TO DIE tells the story of a former gunman who, after serving a term in prison, returns to his town planning to live a quiet life, however, the sons of a man he killed have other plans.
Drama / Western / Foreign
Satan's Cheerleaders Blu-ray Movie
Blu-ray + DVD
VCI | 1977 | 92 min | Rated R | Nov 07, 2017 | Jeffrey Kauffman
The janitor at a local high school is actually the scout for a coven of Satanists on the lookout for a virgin to sacrifice. One day he kidnaps the cheerleading squad to use for their rituals. However, unbeknownst to the devil-worshipers, one of the cheerleaders is actually a witch, and has plans of her own for the Satanists.
Comedy / Horror
- November 16, 2017
Creepy Blu-ray Movie
クリーピー’ / Kurîpî | Masters of Cinema / Blu-ray + DVD
Eureka Entertainment | 2016 | 130 min | Rated BBFC: 15 | Jan 23, 2017 | Dr. Svet Atanasov
Former detective, Takakura, now works as a Professor of criminal psychology at a university. An ex-colleague requests his assistance on an unsolved six-year old case involving a missing family. Meanwhile, Takakura and his wife Yasuko move into a new neighborhood. One of their neighbors, Nishino, has a sick wife and a young daughter, Mio. While on one hand Takakura is solving the missing family case, events in his neighborhood get "creepy". Things go berserk after Mio reveals to Takakura a secret about her family. As the past and present collide, Takakura is not just solving a case anymore.
Thriller / Foreign
Silent Night, Deadly Night Blu-ray Movie
Collector's Edition
Shout Factory | 1984 | 1 Movie, 2 Cuts | 85 min | Not rated | Dec 05, 2017 | Brian Orndorf
After his parents are murdered, a young tormented teenager goes on a murderous rampage dressed as Santa, due to his stay at an orphanage where he was abused by the Mother Superior.
Horror / Thriller / Holiday
The Untamed Blu-ray Movie
La región salvaje
Strand Releasing | 2016 | 100 min | Not rated | Nov 07, 2017 | Brian Orndorf
A couple in a troubled marriage locate a meteorite, initiating an encounter with a mysterious creature. Their lives are turned upside down by the discovery of the creature, which is a source of both pleasure and destruction.
Drama / Horror / Sci-Fi / Foreign
Black Sabbath: The End - Live in Birmingham Blu-ray Movie
Blu-ray + CD
Eagle Vision Media | 2017 | 136 min | Not rated | Nov 17, 2017 | Jeffrey Kauffman
THE FINAL SHOW FROM THE GREATEST METAL BAND OF ALL TIME On 4th February, 2017, Black Sabbath stormed the stage in their hometown of Birmingham for their final triumphant gig. This monumental show brought down the curtain on a career that spanned almost half a century, and is featured here in its entirety. With a hit packed set list including Iron Man, Paranoid, War Pigs and many more, the high production values, visual effects and pyrotechnics wowed fans, as the band delivered the most emotionally charged show in their history. Also included is The Angelic Sessions, the exclusive final studio recordings by the band who forged the sound of metal and continue to influence bands the world over. The End captures a once-in-a-career performance, an essential snapshot of musical history and a fitting farewell to true innovators and original heavy metal icons, Black Sabbath.
Documentary / Music
Riverdale: The Complete First Season Blu-ray Movie
Warner Archive Collection
Warner Bros. | 2017 | 555 min | Rated TV-14 | Aug 15, 2017 | Jeffrey Kauffman
Things aren’t always what you expect in Riverdale. As a new school year begins, the town is reeling from the tragic death of high school golden boy Jason Blossom. The summer’s events made all-American teen Archie Andrews realize that he wants to pursue a career in music, but his fractured friendship with Jughead Jones, and Josie McCoy’s focus on her own band leaves Archie without a mentor. Meanwhile, girl-next-door Betty Cooper is not ready to reveal her true feelings for Archie, and new student, Veronica Lodge, has an undeniable spark with her crush. And then there’s Cheryl Blossom, Riverdale’s Queen Bee, who stirs up trouble amongst Archie, Betty and Veronica. But is Cheryl hiding something about the mysterious death of her twin brother, Jason?
Crime / Drama / Mystery / Teen / Comic book
- November 15, 2017
George A. Romero: Between Night and Dawn Blu-ray Movie
Blu-ray + DVD
Arrow | 1971-1973 | 3 Movies, 4 Cuts | 326 min | Not rated | Nov 14, 2017 | Jeffrey Kauffman
See individual titles for their synopses.
Action / Comedy / Drama / Fantasy / Horror / Mystery / Romance / Sci-Fi
There's Always Vanilla Blu-ray Movie
Blu-ray + DVD
Arrow | 1971 | 93 min | Rated R | No Release Date | Jeffrey Kauffman
A young man returns to his home city of Pittsburgh and moves in with an older woman whom he begins to rely on for emotional and financial support.
Comedy / Drama / Romance
Season of the Witch Blu-ray Movie
Blu-ray + DVD
Arrow | 1972 | 1 Movie, 2 Cuts | 104 min | Rated R | No Release Date | Jeffrey Kauffman
Unseen for over 30 years. After forever changing horror history with NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD, George A. Romero next directed a pair of rarely seen movies that have been considered 'lost' by critics and fans worldwide. Filmed as JACK'S WIFE and briefly released under the title HUNGRY WIVES, Romero's third feature is the disturbing story of a suburban housewife's descent into extramarital sex and the occult.
Drama / Fantasy / Horror / Mystery
The Crazies Blu-ray Movie
Blu-ray + DVD
Arrow | 1973 | 103 min | Rated R | No Release Date | Jeffrey Kauffman
When a plane carrying secret biological weapon crash-lands near a small, rural town, the area descends into chaos.
Action / Horror / Sci-Fi
Summer of '42 Blu-ray Movie
Warner Bros. | 1971 | 104 min | Rated PG | Nov 07, 2017 | Michael Reuben
Daydreaming teen Hermie and his offbeat pals Oscy and Benjie they spend their summer vacation in a sleepy resort town. After befriending 22-year-old Dorothy, Hermie becomes determined to romance the beauty when her husband is sent to fight in World War II. Quickly, the young man leaves childhood behind as he experiences love for the first time.
Drama / Romance / Coming of age
- November 14, 2017
Ponyo Blu-ray Movie
崖の上のポニョ / Gake no ue no Ponyo / Blu-ray + DVD
Shout Factory | 2008 | 102 min | Rated G | Oct 17, 2017 | Dr. Stephen Larson
A young boy, Sōsuke, befriends a strange looking goldfish whom he names Ponyo. Unbeknownst to Sōsuke, Ponyo is a magic fish who has decided that she wants to live with Sōsuke and the other humans. Unfortunately, Ponyo's decision to give up her underwater life creates a crack in an ancient magic spell, and places the world in danger. Together, Sōsuke and Ponyo must set things right.
Adventure / Anime / Family / Fantasy / Foreign
The Nut Job 2: Nutty by Nature Blu-ray Movie
Blu-ray + DVD + UV Digital Copy
Universal Studios | 2017 | 91 min | Rated PG | Nov 14, 2017 | Martin Liebman
Surly and the gang must save their park when Oakton's mayor plans to bulldoze it to make way for an amusement park.
Adventure / Animation / Comedy
A Few Good Men 4K Blu-ray Movie
25th Anniversary Edition / 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray + UV Digital Copy
Sony Pictures | 1992 | 138 min | Rated R | Apr 24, 2018 | Martin Liebman
Tom Cruise stars as a brash Navy lawyer who's teamed with a gung-ho litigator in a politically-explosive murder case. Charged with defending two Marines accused of killing a fellow soldier, they are confronted with complex issues of loyalty and honor-including its most sacred code and its most formidable warrior.
Crime / Drama / Mystery / Thriller
Amityville: The Awakening Blu-ray Movie
Blu-ray + UV Digital Copy
Lionsgate Films | 2017 | 87 min | Rated PG-13 | Nov 14, 2017 | Jeffrey Kauffman
A desperate single mother moves with her three children into the notorious, supposedly haunted, real-life Amityville house to try and use its dark powers to cure her comatose son. Things go horribly wrong.
Horror / Thriller
My Dinner with Andre Blu-ray Movie
Artificial Eye | 1981 | 112 min | Rated BBFC: 12 | No Release Date | Dr. Svet Atanasov
Two old friends meet for dinner; as one tells anecdotes detailing his experiences, the other notices their differing worldviews.
Drama
- November 13, 2017
The Piano Teacher Blu-ray Movie
La pianiste
Criterion | 2001 | 131 min | Rated R | Sep 26, 2017 | Dr. Svet Atanasov
A young man romantically pursues his masochistic piano teacher.
Drama / Music / Romance / Erotic / Foreign
Preacher: Season One Blu-ray Movie
Blu-ray + UV Digital Copy
Sony Pictures | 2016 | 471 min | Rated TV-MA | Oct 04, 2016 | Martin Liebman
Preacher tells the story of Jesse Custer, a preacher in the small Texas town of Annville. Custer is accidentally possessed by the supernatural creature named Genesis in an incident which killed his entire congregation and flattened his church. Genesis, the product of the unauthorized, unnatural coupling of an angel and a demon, is an infant with no sense of individual will. However, as it is composed of both pure goodness and pure evil, it might have enough power to rival that of God Himself.
Adventure / Drama / Mystery / Dark humor / Supernatural / Comic book
Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency: Season One Blu-ray Movie
BBC | 2016 | 345 min | Not rated | Jan 24, 2017 | Jeffrey Kauffman
Corpses – cops – trap – cult – assassins – Pararibulitis – vampires – lottery ticket – kitten – corgi – EVERYTHING IS CONNECTED! Welcome to the world of Dirk Gently’s Holistic Detective Agency; a trippy mystery that thrusts a reluctant sidekick into the bizarre world of an unconventional detective who believes in the interconnectedness of all things.
Comedy / Drama / Mystery / Sci-Fi