Alien – The new blu-ray release of Alien is simply fantastic. The images are pristine and sharp and looks amazing for a film from the 70s. The spaceships shots from outer space look fantastic and the interiors look just like they’re supposed to look. An amazing release. – Apocalypse Now – One of the […]
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The Blu-ray Files #002
July 11, 2011The Ten Most Memorable Uses of Songs at the Movies
June 26, 2011Here’s a little clarification as to what this list is about. The songs chosen re songs which must have existed before production of the movies they were used in. This is a list of the best uses of already existing songs, not original songs written for the movie or soundtrack. 10. Twist and Shout Ferris […]
AFI Recap: #21 – #30
September 17, 201021. The Grapes of Wrath (1940) – This is the ultimate American story about the great depression. It is well directed and has some real moments of gold. But for all that it can be quite dull and dreary. — 22. 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968) – A true masterpiece, yet I still find it […]
My Top Ten Movies of the 70s
April 9, 201010. All the President’s Men (1976) President’s Men is a truly solid film full of intrigue and investigation. Redford and Hoffman are great as always and the realist atmosphere set by director Alan Pakula is unique and refreshing. 9. The Godfather Part 2 (1974) Many people claim that Godfather 2 is better than the original. […]