In the plethora of Jackie Chan stunt scenes to choose from, the bus disaster in New Police Story may be the most visually stunning…
In the plethora of Jackie Chan stunt scenes to choose from, the bus disaster in New Police Story may be the most visually stunning…
Wondering what holiday themed Blu-ray’s DoBlu has reviewed? Here’s a list of what we have to offer to get you completely into that festive spirit. Gremlins Yes, it counts. Gizmo, that adorable Mogwai, was a Christmas gift after all. Plus, it has a Gremlin attacking Frances Lee McCain by hiding inside the decorated tree, further [...]
Why is it that all thieves who break into your home can’t be like Snow White? She finds a house in the middle of nowhere and gleefully dances around sweeping up dirt or washing dishes. It’s a shame not everyone can be that lucky. Of course, as everyone knows, Snow White is a fairy tale [...]
Forrest Gump (Tom Hanks) doesn’t care that he met President Kennedy, caught the Watergate criminals, won an All American Award, made millions fishing for shrimp, or won the Medal of Honor in Vietnam. He just wants the #9 bus to take him to Jenny (Robin Wright Penn), his lifelong girlfriend. That is all Forrest ever [...]
There is at least one small glimmer of hope for The Ugly Truth in the beginning: it will avoid becoming of “those” romantic comedies. Gerard Butler’s character Mike Chadway is ridiculously crude, planting the film into one of those fantastical romantic comedy universes where network TV would allow his type of shocking dialogue. The idea [...]
At one point in Disney/Pixar’s Up, Carl Fredricksen is trying to save Russell, his young companion, from falling off a giant blimp. Russell, tied to a chair, is unable to help Carl, but proclaims he wants to. Carl responds with, “I don’t want you to help. I want you to be safe!” It is one [...]
Stir of Echoes is the perfect example of a release date blunder. One month after Sixth Sense entered pop culture canon, the Kevin Bacon vehicle Echoes was pushed into theaters, and immediately rejected by audiences for its startling similarities, even though it’s based on a novel from 1958. It’s just poor timing, which is a [...]
A whimsical, energetic throwback to a style of movies long since lost, Night at the Museum is a wonderful family effort from Shawn Levy. Witty dialogue, memorable characters, and spectacular effects highlight this piece of escapist entertainment. Kids will have a blast, and adults will simply sit back and enjoy this innovative, soon-to-be Hollywood favorite. [...]
Obviously channeling Fargo, this Alaskan-set dark comedy has a surprisingly robust cast of stars lead by Robin Williams. It’s sick, it’s twisted, and if this is your style of humor, The Big White will assuredly grab your attention. Williams plays Paul Barnell, a down on his luck travel agent looking for a quick boost to [...]
