DVD Talk: November 2015 Archives

Leon: The Professional - Supreme Cinema Series

Check out the latest DVD reviews that have been entered into the DVD Talk Review Database including: Leon: The Professional - Supreme Cinema Series - arguably the best film that director Luc Besson will ever make... a perfect confluence of idea and execution, casting and direction; F/X2 - this sequel is the one where the series' concept really shines, with a number of terrific set pieces, and charming turns from Bryan Brown and Brian Dennehy; Ghost Story - full of fantastic performances, this film elicits odd, spooky charm.

Interested in the latest TV on DVD reviews? DVD Talk has you covered! This week's notable entries include: My Favorite Martian: Complete Series - the laughs are good in this science fiction comedy series from the mid-sixties and it comes highly recommended for vintage TV buffs; Automan: The Complete Series - this series about a holographic crime fighter is one of those shows that only could have existed in the eighties... it's pretty out there, but it's still a lot of fun; and Gosei Sentai Dairanger: The Complete Series - Wonderfully surreal in parts and filled with exciting action, this is an all around fun show. Want more? Check out all of the TV on DVD reviews in the DVD Talk database.

Having trouble finding the perfect holiday gift for someone in your life? Let DVD Talk help you out! We've come up with a list of the greatest gifts for the cinephile in your life. From sports documentaies to classic horror movies, the Disney shorts to Akain Resnais, and classic musicals to Japanese kid's shows there's something on the list to suit every taste. Find all this and more in this year's DVD Talk Holiday Gift Guide.

Some pretty cool discs are being released this week. Check out these new titles: Inside Amy Schumer: Season 3 [review] - in this season the show did a little bit of everything, added a lot of new ideas, and earned seven Emmy nominations and two wins; Ikiru: Criterion Collection [review] - Akira Kurosawa's timeless film about a dying man who discovers redemption and happiness by leaving his comfort zone of nostalgia and wasted opportunities; and A Child is Waiting [review] - an offbeat entry amongst the films of John Cassavetes, this film nevertheless sports some excellent work from Burt Lancaster and Judy Garland. Other reviews of note include: The Mask 3-D [review], Applesauce [review], and Blood And Lace [review]. Be sure to check out our DVD Talk Review Database for all the latest reviews including an entire section devoted to reviews of DVDs out this week.

Some cool discs have been reviewed over the past week. Check out these recent entries: The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies (Extended Edition) - a decent conclusion to Peter Jackson's epic trilogy, fans will no doubt want to own this extended edition, which offers fantastic picture and sound quality, hours upon hours of extras, and 20 minutes of additional footage; Chaplin's Essanay Comedies - a fantastic collection of 15 Chaplin shorts, they're very funny and entertaining even a century after they were made; Troll / Troll 2 - these movies still play brilliantly as a double feature... they're both dark fairy tales, they're fiercely imaginative, and they're entirely too fun for words. it's too good to pass up. Other recent reviews include: Bad Boys / Bad Boys II, The Safecracker, and The End of the Tour. Visit the DVD Talk Review Database for all the latest reviews including an entire section devoted to reviews of DVDs out this week.

Planning a trip to the local multiplex this weekend? Here are DVD Talk's reviews of the latest theatrical releases: The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2 - after an incredibly underwhelming Part 1, it's great to see the series return to form... this film is everything that a finale should be: engaging, fun, and epic; Anomalisa - Charlie Kaufman's latest movie is simultaneously complex, funny, heartbreaking, and sincerely spellbinding; and Concussion - Will Smith plays Nigerian immigrant Dr. Bennet Omalu in this true story of the neurotpathologist who chronicled the first discovered case of football-related brain trauma.

Other recent films include: Spectre, Steve Jobs, Bridge of Spies, Room , Sicario, Pan, The Martian (3D), Pawn Sacrifice, and Straight Outta Compton. Check out these, and more, in DVDTalk's Theatrical Review section.

Interested in the latest TV on DVD reviews? DVD Talk has you covered! This week's notable entries include: Better Call Saul: Season 1 - this prequel to "Breaking Bad" had a LOT to live up to but the cast, crew and creative team really did knock it out of the park with this first season; The Walking Dead Season 5 Limited Edition - the best season to date, and this limited edition boxed set also comes with an impressive asphalt zombie figurine atop a plastic box that houses the digipack; and Mission: Impossible - The Original TV Series - the superb video transfers, great audio, and extremely high quality of the show itself make this a must-have for classic TV and espionage fans everywhere. Other shows recently reviewed include: Fairy Tail: Part 17, Danny Kaye - Legends, and Ascension. Want more? Check out all of the TV on DVD reviews in the DVD Talk database.

Some pretty cool discs are being released this week. Check out these new titles: Faust (1926) [review] - F. W. Murnau was given carte blanche to bring to the screen his version of Goethe's classic tale, and the result is a magnificent silent classic; Living In Oblivion: 20th Anniversary Edition [review] - one of the funniest comedies of the '90s, and a big part of its lasting appeal came from Steve Buscemi's performance as an overtaxed director simply trying to finish his zero-budget indie film; and Pitfall [review] - a top tier film noir... It's suspenseful, exciting, occasionally quite twisted while at the same time delivering plenty of slick, visual style and some crafty, interesting characters to latch onto. Be sure to check out our DVD Talk Review Database for all the latest reviews including an entire section devoted to reviews of DVDs out this week.

The DVD Talk review panel has been covering the a lot of releases in the past week, everything from the latest Sherlock Holmes movie to one of the earliest. Checl out these recent reviews: Mr. Holmes - a marvelous heartfelt ode to the consulting detective from Baker Street; Sherlock Holmes (1919) - actor William Gillette made a career on the stage out of playing the famous sleuth, and this filmed version of the play he stared in is a legitimately good take on the character made with the right mix of style and suspense; The Beginning or the End - an expensive MGM docudrama about the development and deployment of the first atomic bombs... conceived by actress Donna Reed and her high school science teacher. Other recent reviews include: Flying Disc Man From Mars, I Want to Live!, and The Mask 3-D. Visit the DVD Talk Review Database for all the latest reviews including an entire section devoted to reviews of DVDs out this week.

Interested in the latest TV on DVD reviews? DVD Talk has you covered! This week's notable entries include: Happyish: Season 1 - brutal social satire of the finest kind... one that doesn't pull any punches; The Ultimate Don Rickles - a remarkable time capsule for a formidable comedian; and Nurse Jackie - Season Seven - the show returns for its seventh and final season, capping an extraordinary run and solidifying this remarkable program as one of the Top Ten television dramas of the last ten years. Want more? Check out all of the TV on DVD reviews in the DVD Talk database.

Another banner week for DVDs with the studios releasing some great films and boxed sets such as: Trainwreck [review] - with a pile of funny and famous people involved, this Judd Apatow movie staring comedian Amy Schumer is entertaining throughout; Terminator Genisys 3D [review] - the film's mostly-successful attempts to remix its own history gives it a good amount of entertainment value... it's honestly about as good as a fifth franchise entry has any right to be; and Nathan For You: Seasons One & Two [review] - constantly hilarious and ridiculously clever, this show's first two seasons start strong and only get better, hitting high points repeatedly with both simple bits and complex stunts alike. Other reviews of note include: Code Unknown [review], Manimal: The Complete Series [review], and Je t'aime je t'aime [review]. Be sure to check out our DVD Talk Review Database for all the latest reviews including an entire section devoted to reviews of DVDs out this week.

Some cool discs have been reviewed over the past week. Check out these recent entries: Back to the Future 30th Anniversary Trilogy - this set of the iconic film franchise throws in everything but the kitchen sink in terms of supplements... it's a no-brainer to add to any collection; Vampires - John Carpenter's horror flick is a bloody, often-exciting homage to legendary Western filmmaking; Count Yorga, Vampire - this film's hip approach to updating the vampire movie endures remarkably well these many decades later, and as sarcastic and playful as the film so often is, its ferocity is astonishing when the moment calls for it Other recent reviews include: The Great American Dream Machine, The Gift, and Paper Towns. Visit the DVD Talk Review Database for all the latest reviews including an entire section devoted to reviews of DVDs out this week.

Planning a trip to the local multiplex this weekend? Here are DVD Talk's reviews of the latest theatrical releases: Steve Jobs - a fast-paced, emotional, uncomfortable, and sometimes overwhelming all-access pass to the life of the revolutionary man; Suffragette - this story of the women's rights movement in early 1900s England is inspirational, well-paced, and genuine; and Spectre [a second review] - the fourth Bond film since Casino Royale's reboot, it's littered with evidence that the producers of the series still haven't quite figured out what James Bond means in the 21st century.

Other recent films include: Bridge of Spies, Room , Sicario, Pan, The Martian (3D), Pawn Sacrifice, and Straight Outta Compton. Check out these, and more, in DVDTalk's Theatrical Review section.

Interested in the latest TV on DVD reviews? DVD Talk has you covered! This week's notable entries include: Arrow: Season 3 - while it's true that this is the most dour season of Arrow yet, it feels like a natural progression given what a dark and gritty show it's always been; The Following: The Complete Third Season - Kevin Bacon really anchors this series about a violent cult, and though this is the final season, there are still some bloody thrills to be had; and My Little Pony: Equestria Girls: Friendship Games - this second Equestria Girls offers a different, yet still entertaining take on the My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic characters... the film keeps pace through quality animation, a fun sense of humor and an action-packed third act. Want more? Check out all of the TV on DVD reviews in the DVD Talk database.

Another banner week for DVDs with the studios releasing some great films and boxed sets such as: Inside Out [review] - one can't help but be enamored with the film, its characters, its story and its artistry, which is delivered with Pixar's trademark creativity, humor and heartfelt emotion; Stung [review] - a campy horror flick with an army of oversized insects skewering everyone and everything in sight; and Richard Pryor: American Id [review] - this book by former DVD Talk reviewer Jason Bailey is a well-researched selective exploration of Pryor's work, as a stand-up comedian, as an actor, and even as a celebrity in television interviews and is well worth picking up. Be sure to check out our DVD Talk Review Database for all the latest reviews including an entire section devoted to reviews of DVDs out this week.

Our reviewers have been busy this week, filling the DVD Talk Review Database more great entries. Some new reviews of note include: Pixels - while this film is not all that it could have been, there is still a lot to enjoy and the real stars are the o;d-school video game characters who attack Earth; Mulholland Dr. - The Criterion Collection - David Lynch's landmark film is a a portrait of idealism corrupted by cynicism, and it's filled with great performances; Je t'aime je t'aime - one of director Alain Resnais's greatest films... a quietly brain-teasing and emotionally affecting view of romance through the lenses of memory and regret. Other recent reviews include: Strange Invaders, Home Alone: 25th Anniversary Ultimate Collector's Edition, and The Mighty Quinn. Visit the DVD Talk Review Database for all the latest reviews including an entire section devoted to reviews of DVDs out this week.