Posted in Disc Reviews by Gino Sassani on February 23rd, 2007
An epic is defined as an artistic work that celebrates the feats of a legendary figure. The film Cleopatra actually deals with many such figures, the title character being merely one of them. The truth is the film was never really about the Egyptian queen as much as it was about Rome and its relationship […]
Posted in Disc Reviews by Archive Authors on February 12th, 2007
The Arrangement is a film that I had always heard the name of, but never really heard anything about. It’s rare for a film to be directed by the author of the book that it is based on. In fact, I can’t recall ever seeing that before. Upon watching the film, it is obvious to […]
Posted in Disc Reviews by Archive Authors on January 13th, 2007
Wolf Creek is an Australian horror film that is based on true events; with no certain event in specific it combines a few elements from some missing people�s cases in Australia. The actions of some of the characters mirror that of famous serial killers, most notably that of Ivan Milat who most have speculated is […]
Posted in Disc Reviews by Archive Authors on January 13th, 2007
Written by Jason Smilovic, Lucky Number Slevin is an adaptation from the 1961 Japanesse film Yojimbo. Maybe a more referable title, 1964�s A Fistful of Dollars with Clint Eastwood which was also based on Yojimbo, or even another film starring Bruce Willis, Last Man Standing. Basically Lucky Number Slevin keeps the main plot elements, a […]
Posted in Disc Reviews by Archive Authors on December 4th, 2006
When I sat down to watch The Devil Wears Prada with my wife, who was excited to see it, I was braced for a complete chick flick. I figured it was another one of those �ugly� duckling turns beautiful to conquer her situation movies, and that prospect didn�t exactly have me jazzed up. Well, that�s […]
Posted in Brain Blasters, News and Opinions by David Annandale on December 1st, 2006
A few weeks ago, I profiled Cult Epics, which has become the reigning king when it comes to DVD companies specializing in vintage sexploitation, erotica, and the like. That position is likely to remain pretty secure for some time, what with the release of such treasures as The Irving Klaw Classics box set, but there […]
Posted in Dare to Play the Game, News and Opinions by Michael Durr on November 29th, 2006
Black Friday, Wii like you want it and a dinner with a female for your host? – Welcome to the 2nd date that never even gets a complimentary phone call known as Dare to Play the Game. Welcome to another edition of Dare to Play the Game. I’m your host that had a really incredible […]
Posted in Disc Reviews by Gino Sassani on November 24th, 2006
No monster movie is bigger than King Kong. AFI members recently considered King Kong to be the most influential film ever. The original King Kong has inspired more filmmakers, actors, and technicians than any film in Hollywood’s history. The score is considered the first modern film score. For the first time the music is timed […]
Posted in Dare to Play the Game, News and Opinions by Michael Durr on November 22nd, 2006
Tacos, Turkey and lots of 360 – Welcome to the Giblets that left out the gravy and everything else known as Dare to Play the Game. Welcome to another edition of Dare to Play the Game. I am your host that likes dark meat and brisket for thanksgiving…but probably will get neither. Yeah this is […]
Posted in Disc Reviews by Gino Sassani on November 22nd, 2006
Few science fiction films of the 1950’s left as much of an impact as Forbidden Planet. Gene Roddenberry often cited the film as the birth of Star Trek. It is in this film that he took away the interactions of an interstellar craft’s bridge crew. Even the United Planets organization in Forbidden Planet heralds Trek’s […]
Posted in Disc Reviews by Archive Authors on November 16th, 2006
Steven Seagal has never been able to do it for me, that probably explains why this is the first time I have ever seen this movie. Upon reading the back it seemed to have potential, the first thing I notice on the back was the comment “Die Hard on a battleship”. That’s a bold statement […]
Posted in Disc Reviews by Archive Authors on November 15th, 2006
Yes I will admit that I probably was the only person who had never seen Casablanca. A movie so highly regarded by critics and fans alike, I don’t think it needs an introduction. With A List stars of its time, and seemingly endless amounts of quotable phrases it is quite a surprise I haven’t seen […]
Posted in Disc Reviews by Archive Authors on November 10th, 2006
Warren Beatty attempts directing for the second time in Reds, a film based on the life of John Reed during the Russian Revolution. I didn’t know what to expect from this film, as I had never heard of it prior to its release on HD DVD. I have never seen a movie based on this […]
Posted in Disc Reviews by Gino Sassani on November 10th, 2006
In the wake of cable television’s recent success in the horror anthology genre, TNT brings us 8 tales from the mind and pen of Stephen King. Showtime’s hugely popular Masters of Horror series set a high standard while proving that this time-honored method of storytelling could survive. Cable’s unique ability to circumvent many of the […]
Posted in Disc Reviews by Archive Authors on October 28th, 2006
With all that’s been going on with Tom Cruise as of late, I found myself doubting the integrity of this picture. I was fearful that the happenings of Cruise’s personal life would somehow bring down this movie; the previous two films did set the bar pretty high. So how did the third installment add up, […]
Posted in Brain Blasters, News and Opinions by David Annandale on October 27th, 2006
It is time for a long-overdue tribute to Michael Ripper (1913-2000). Those in the know (You Know Who You Are) need no introduction to the British character actor, and we worship him for his innumerable roles in British horror films in the 60s, particularly those produced by Hammer Studios. Imagine, if you will, a dignified […]
Posted in Disc Reviews by Archive Authors on October 26th, 2006
Whichever generation you’re from I think we can all remember watching this movie as a child. I have great memories of this film, and when watching the newly released Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, I found myself comparing it to these memories. Finally I’ve gotten the chance to sit down and watch it again for […]
Posted in Disc Reviews by Archive Authors on October 26th, 2006
We’ve all been at that age where we begin to challenge the thought of how just one man could travel around the world in one night. This inevitable dilemma has been showcased nearly every year in a motion picture, so how does The Polar Express stack up against them? Based on the 1985 short story […]
Posted in Dare to Play the Game, News and Opinions by Michael Durr on October 25th, 2006
A Portrait of Ruin, Magic Swords & My Personal Force that is ripe with THUNDER – Welcome to the storm that packs less punch than Mike Tyson when he’s not fighting women known as Dare to Play the Game. Welcome to another edition of Dare to Play the Game. I’m your host that really needs […]
Posted in Disc Reviews by Gino Sassani on October 25th, 2006
Wasn’t it just yesterday that The Fast and the Furious raced across our theatre and soon after took the checkered flag on DVD in our own living rooms? I guess not, because Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift is upon us, and it’s the third and least imaginative of the franchise. Unfortunately, none of the […]
Posted in Disc Reviews by Gino Sassani on October 20th, 2006
This could have been a pretty good film. I just don’t know. The advance material and the jacket suggest this is a “gripping thriller” with timely themes of terrorism and war. As soon as the film opens, it becomes immediately obvious that something entirely different is at work here. A news report suggests that a […]
Posted in Dare to Play the Game, News and Opinions by Michael Durr on October 18th, 2006
Vectors, PS3 Linux, and Knights not being squire – Welcome to the Sword that lost its edge a long time ago known as Dare to Play the Game. Welcome to another edition of Dare to Play the Game. I’m your host that is a little happier this week. Why? I don’t know. And no I […]
Posted in Disc Reviews by Archive Authors on October 3rd, 2006
The second season of USA Network’s The 4400 picks up one year after the events of the four-part season one. This time around, we know the 4400 once-missing people were not returned from alien abduction, but rather from the future. That revelation aside, this series is still chock full of mystery. What is the nature […]
Posted in Dare to Play the Game, News and Opinions by Michael Durr on September 20th, 2006
Losing a Head, Having a Heavy Barrel and WIIIIIIIIII! – Welcome to the old wooden roller coaster with a missing set of tracks known as Dare to Play the Game. Welcome to another edition of Dare to Play the Game. May you never experience what it is like to have your house half full and […]
Posted in Disc Reviews by Archive Authors on September 12th, 2006
Synopsis Larry David plays Larry David, so thorough a narcissistic curmudgeon that he would be completely and utterly loathsome were it not for his unerring propensity to bring disaster down upon his head. Once again, we see him grump from episode to episode, never failing to make the worst possible decision at the worst possible […]
