DVD
Crime Busters
Bud Spencer and Terence Hill never really made it big in the US but when I grew up in Europe, their films were typically some of the most adored fan fare. People – myself included – would flock into theaters to see their latest exploits as they [...]
Superman II: Two-Disc Special Edition
Following on the heels of 1978's mega-blockbuster "Superman: The Movie, " the 1980 sequel found its way to theaters not without its share of backstage drama. With Richard Donner leaving production after filming much of it concurrently with [...]
Satan's Playground
The low-budget horror scene of the 1970s is paid loving homage by cult indie director Dante Tomaselli in his latest horror effort, "Satan's Playground." Known in small circles for his surrealist and artsy approach to horror, Tomaselli [...]
The Best Of She-Ra – Princess Of Power
On BCI Home Entertainment’s release of “The Best Of She-Ra – Princess Of Power” the studio has included some interesting tidbits to uncover. From the Main Menu, select “Special Features” and there highlight the menu entry “Trailer 2.” Now [...]
School For Scoundrels
For a young company such as the Weinstein Company and their home video arm Genius Products I have to admit that I am increasingly impressed with the films released by the company. They may be small but they sure know how to pick a good movie as most of [...]
Walt Disney Treasures – More Silly Symphonies
On their release of “Walt Disney Treasures – More Silly Symphonies” the studio has also included a charming little gem hidden away from immediate view. Insert the second disc of the DVD set and select “Alphabetical Listing” from the Main [...]
Tenchi Muyo! Ryo Ohki – Target: Tenchi! (Vol. 2)
The interplanetary struggles between a high school student and vengeful deities are put in the spotlight in "Tenchi Muyo! Ryo Ohki, " an OVA (Original Video Animation) series from Japan. Released through FUNimation Entertainment, Volume 2 of [...]
Extras: The Complete First Season
Since the original BBC version of "The Office", Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant are familiar faces to many fans of imported comedy. With "Extras, " HBO Home Video is now presenting the most recent show that the multi-talented guys [...]