Here’s a couple reviews that cover some classic horror movies and the resurrection of a popular slasher franchise. Dr. Phibes Double Feature (Kino Lorber, PG and PG-13 rated, 1.85:1 aspect ratio, 183 minutes, $29.95) — One of my favorite horror icons growing up in the 1970s returns to Blu-ray format to give a new generation […]
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TV DVD and Blu-ray reviews: ‘Dexter: New Blood’ and ‘The Great: Season’
Let’s take a look at a couple of excellent episodic shows that are back for another season and are now available in disc format for binge-watchers. Dexter: New Blood — Steelbook Edition (Paramount Home Entertainment, unrated, 2.39:1 aspect ratio, 526 minutes, $39.99) — Everyone’s favorite serial killer vigilante returned to the Showtime cable network last […]
4K Ultra HD movie reviews: ‘Nightmare Road’ and ‘Last Night in Soho’
Here’s a look at a pair of psychological thrillers now available in ultra-high definition disc format. nightmare street (Walt Disney Studios Home EntertainmentR-rated, 2.39:1 aspect ratio148 minutes, $49.98) — Filmmaker Guillermo Del Toro’s latest film to be nominated for an Academy Award is based on William Lindsay Gresham’s 1946 novel and presents a simmering melodrama […]
Today’s edition of MIT Technology Review’s journal tech The Download
I scoured the internet for today’s most entertaining/important/scary/fascinating stories about technology. one Experts baffled by deadly plane crash in China yesterdayThe plane was flying normally, then suddenly nosebleed, killing all 132 people on board. (Bloomberg $) + Another bad news for Boeing. (Quartz $) + China’s recent air safety record is strong. (NYT $) 2 […]
Today’s edition of MIT Technology Review’s journal tech The Download
—Patrick Howell O’Neill must read I scoured the internet for today’s most entertaining/important/scary/fascinating stories about technology. 1 Food prices are risingUkraine provides most of the world’s wheat, maize and barley, and its farmers are unlikely to plant this season. (NYT $) + Climate change is exacerbating the problem. (wired $) + A Ukrainian lawmaker accused […]
4K Ultra HD movie reviews: “The King’s Man” and “Escape from LA”
Here’s a look at a couple of action movies recently released in ultra high definition disc format. The King’s Man (Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment System, R rated, 2.39:1 aspect ratio, 131 minutes, $39.99) — Director Matthew Vaughn’s World War I espionage drama from late last year gave a lower-octane prequel to the previous two […]
Blu-ray movie reviews: ‘Man in the Moon’ and ‘Gucci House’
Here’s a look at a couple of new movies released on Blu-ray disc with award-winning performances. Man in the Moon: Special Edition (Kino Lorber, R rated, 2.39:1 aspect ratio, 118 minutes, $29.95) — Arguably one of the best performances of actor Jim Carrey’s career debuted on Blu-ray disc to make American home theater audiences appreciate […]
Antitrust panel reviews bill to give news publishers more deliberation
A Senate antitrust panel has reviewed a bipartisan proposal aimed at giving news publishers more leverage to negotiate with major tech platforms. Senator Amy Klobuchar, a Minnesota Democrat who leads the antitrust panel, co-sponsored the Journalism Competition and Protection Act to help news organizations be pressed by Big Tech. Co-sponsored by four Republicans and four […]
Blu-ray movie reviews: ‘Malicious’, ‘Babe’ and ‘Werewolves Inside’
Nothing screams the holiday season quite like a few hilarious horror movies. Here’s a look at a trio now available on Blu-ray disc. bad-tempered (Warner Bros. Home Entertainment, R, 2.39:1 aspect ratio, 111 minutes, rated $34.98) — Horror maestro James Wan (“Saw,” “The Conjuring” and “Insidious”) is back behind the scenes to offer a twist […]
4K Ultra HD movie reviews: ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’
Here’s a look at a new action movie and classic spooky comedy released in ultra high definition format. Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings: Cinematic Universe Edition (Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment, PG-13, 1.90:1 aspect ratio, 132 minutes, $39.99) — The 25th movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe brings to light one of […]
