“Beyond the Valley of the Dolls” Freaks Out the Criterion Collection on September 27
Russ Meyer’s “Beyond the Valley of the Dolls,” written by Roger Ebert, will be released on Criterion Blu-ray/DVD on September 27.
TV/Streaming
“You’re the Worst” Remains One of TV’s Best Shows
A review of FXX’s “You’re the Worst,” which starts season three on August 31.
Home Entertainment Consumer Guide: August 18, 2016
The latest in streaming and Blu-ray/DVD options, including “A Hologram for the King,” “The Gang’s All Here,” “Ingrid Bergman: In Her Own Words” and much more!
No Matter Where You Go, Here It Is: “The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension” Hits Blu-ray
A celebration of the cult classic “The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension,” in light of the film’s release on Shout! Factory Blu-ray.
Brad Anderson’s “Session 9”: The Little Leap From Comedy to Killing
A look at the early days of the career of Brad Anderson in light of the Shout Factory Blu-ray release of “Session 9.”
Creative Passion of “The Get Down” Overwhelms Any Flaws
Baz Luhrmann’s “The Get Down” is so romantic and extreme that it’s almost overwhelming.
Home Entertainment Consumer Guide: August 4, 2016
The latest on Blu-ray and DVD, including “The Invitation,” “Sing Street,” “Louder Than Bombs,” “Keanu” and “Hardcore Henry.”
Netflix Breaks Into Sports with “Last Chance U”
Netflix’s new docu-series tackles a fascinating story of a community college that serves as the final stop for dozens of potential superstars.
The Bend in the River: Terrence Malick’s “The New World”
A review of Terrence Malick’s “The New World,” now on Criterion Blu-ray and DVD.
Blu-ray Review: Kino Lorber’s “Pioneers of African-American Cinema”
A look at one of the most important and valuable Blu-ray releases of the year, which brings to light important aspects of black and cinema history that must not be forgotten.
Home Entertainment Consumer Guide: July 21, 2016
A great collection of new Blu-ray releases, including “Green Room,” “Night and Fog,” “Everybody Wants Some!!” and “OJ: Made in America.”
So Different in Daylight: On the Masterful “Carnival of Souls”
A celebration of Herk Harvey’s “Carnival of Souls,” now out on Criterion Blu-ray.
Blu-ray Review: “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (Ultimate Edition)”
A Blu-ray review of “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (Ultimate Edition),” arriving July 19.
It’s Over the Ocean to Scranton, Pennsylvania: An Appreciation of “The In-Laws”
A look at “The In-Laws” in light of its Criterion Blu-ray release this month.
You Can Go Home Again: Netflix’s Wildly Entertaining “Stranger Things”
A review of Netflix’s great new series “Stranger Things.”
Eastbound and Educated: Danny McBride Goes to School on HBO’s “Vice Principals”
A TV review of HBO’s Vice Principals, premiering Sunday, July 17th.
Take Me Home: Why “Mr. Robot” Matters
A review of the season two premiere of USA’s “Mr. Robot.”
Home Entertainment Consumer Guide: July 7, 2016
The latest and greatest on Blu-ray, including “Eye in the Sky,” “Only Yesterday,” “The Mermaid” and more!
The New American Wanderers of “True Detective,” “Preacher,” “Outcast”
On images of wanderers of the American west in TV shows like “True Detective,” “Preacher” and “Outcast.”
Home Entertainment Consumer Guide: June 23, 2016
A packed version of our Blu-ray guide with thoughts on “Knight of Cups,” “Midnight Special,” “10 Cloverfield Lane,” “45 Years” and many more!
