Synapse Film’s release of Frank Henelotter’s splatterfest “Brain Damage” contains a hidden feature. From the disc’s main menu, go to the “Special Features” and from there go to the filmographies. Select “Basketcase” and press [...]
While most action films look and sound great on DVD, I have recently come across several comedies that pack a punch with their visual and audio presentation, like “Jawbreaker”. This DVD is presented in full-frame, or a beautiful 1.85:1 letterboxed [...]
As the number of DVD titles continues to grow, it’s becoming obvious that audio commentaries are very hit-or-miss. However, it is also becoming apparent that John Waters can be relied upon to supply a very entertaining speech while watching his films. [...]
There is a certain flair and an undeniable charm to the film versions of Jane Austen’s novels, be it "Pride And Prejudice", "Emma" or "Sense And Sensibility". Her stories concisely capture the essence of British class [...]
There is a small hidden feature on New Line Home Video’s release of “Hurlyburly”. Go to the disc’s main menu and then select the New Line logo. If you press “Enter” now you will see a credit screen with information about the people who brought [...]
There are some neat trailers on Universal’s Collector’s Edition of “EdTV” that are not mentioned on the packaging and buried in the depths of the disc’s menus. From the disc’s main menu select “Bonus Materials”. On the second page of the [...]
Episode trailers anyone? Paramount Home Video has hidden original episode trailers on their “Star Trek – Original Series” releases. Bring up the disc’s main menu and press the arrow up button to select the “Star Trek” logo. Then press [...]
When consulting any reference guide on cult films, rest assured that Frank Henenlotter will be mentioned. Despite the fact that he has only made five movies and hasn’t had a release out since 1992, Henenlotter is still seen as a guiding force among cult [...]
I’m the kind of person who is rarely impressed on Oscar night. I just never seem to agree with the winners chosen by the Academy. So, when I come across an Oscar winning film that I enjoy, it is a true rarity. But, I must admit, I did enjoy [...]
New Line Home Video’s “The Wedding Singer” starring Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore contains a small feature, hidden in the disc’s main menu. Highlight the “New Line Cinema” logo by pressing the right arrow key and then press “Enter” and [...]
