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the truman show 4k review
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[4K Ultra HD Review] ‘The Truman Show’ 25th Anniversary; Now Available From Paramount

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Director: Peter Weir

Cast: Jim Carrey, Laura Linney, Ed Harris

Release Date: July 4, 2023

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Disc Rating: 8/10

Synopsis:

Carrey stars as Truman Burbank, a man whose life is a nonstop TV show. Truman doesn’t realize that his quaint hometown is a giant studio set run by a visionary creator (Ed Harris), that folks living and working there are Hollywood actors, and that even his incessantly bubbly wife (Laura Linney) is a contract player. Gradually, Truman gets wise, and his response leaves viewers laughing, crying, and cheering like few films ever have. Continue reading “[4K Ultra HD Review] ‘The Truman Show’ 25th Anniversary; Now Available From Paramount”

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the man from toronto, blu ray, review
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[Blu-Ray Review] The Man From Toronto; Now Available On Blu-ray, DVD & Digital From Sony

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Director: Patrick Hughes

Cast: Kevin Hart, Woody Harrelson, Kaley Cuoco

Release Date: June 13, 2023

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Film Rating: 6/10
Disc Rating: 7/10

Synopsis:

Teddy Jackson (Kevin Hart) is a bumbling entrepreneur who can’t make any of his ideas work. Taking his wife on a vacation getaway, Teddy ends up at the wrong Airbnb and is mistaken for a vicious assassin known as “the man from Toronto.” When the real assassin (Woody Harrelson) arrives, the two realize that they have to work together to escape tenacious FBI agents, bloodthirsty hired killers and a handler (Ellen Barkin) who wants her money back. THE MAN FROM TORONTO is an explosive comedy with wall-to-wall action. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] The Man From Toronto; Now Available On Blu-ray, DVD & Digital From Sony”

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[Blu-Ray Review] Scream VI; Available On 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray & DVD July 11, 2023 From Paramount

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Directors: Matt Bettinelli-Olpin, Tyler Gillett

Cast: Melissa Barrera, Jasmin Savoy Brown, Jack Champion

Release Date: July 11, 2023

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Film Rating: 8/10
Disc Rating: 8.5/10

Synopsis:

The four survivors from the most recent Woodsboro Ghostface killings have moved to New York City for a fresh start. Just as they begin to feel a sense of normalcy, they receive that infamous call. Ghostface is more brutal and relentless than ever and will stop at nothing to hunt them down. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] Scream VI; Available On 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray & DVD July 11, 2023 From Paramount”

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[4K Ultra HD Review] Evil Dead Rise; Now Available From Warner Bros

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Director: Lee Cronin

Cast: Lily Sullivan, Alyssa Sutherland, Morgan Davies

Release Date: June 27, 2023

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Film Rating: 8/10
Disc Rating: 6.5/10

Synopsis:

In “Evil Dead Rise,” the action moves out of the woods and into the city, and tells a twisted tale of two estranged sisters, played by Sullivan and Sutherland, whose reunion is cut short by the rise of flesh-possessing demons, thrusting them into a primal battle for survival as they face the most nightmarish version of family imaginable. Continue reading “[4K Ultra HD Review] Evil Dead Rise; Now Available From Warner Bros”

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guy ritchie's the covenant, blu ray, review, the covenant
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[Blu-Ray Review] Guy Ritchie’s The Covenant; Now Available From MGM – Warner Bros

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Director: Guy Ritchie

Cast: Jake Gyllenhaal, Dar Salim, Antony Starr

Release Date: June 20, 2023

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Film Rating: 8.5/10
Disc Rating: 7/10

Synopsis:

Guy Ritchie’s The Covenant follows US Army Sergeant John Kinley (Gyllenhaal) and Afghan interpreter Ahmed (Salim). After an ambush, Ahmed goes to Herculean lengths to save Kinley’s life. When Kinley learns that Ahmed and his family were not given safe passage to America as promised, he must repay his debt by returning to the war zone to retrieve them before the Taliban hunts them down. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] Guy Ritchie’s The Covenant; Now Available From MGM – Warner Bros”

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john wick chapter 4, 4k, review
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[4K Ultra HD Review] John Wick: Chapter 4; Now Available From Lionsgate

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Director: Chad Stahelski

Cast: Keanu Reeves, Donnie Yen, Bill Skarsgård

Release Date: June 13, 2023

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Film Rating: 9/10
Disc Rating: 8.5/10

Synopsis:

John Wick (Keanu Reeves) uncovers a path to defeating The High Table. But before he can earn his freedom, Wick must face off against a new enemy with powerful alliances across the globe, and forces that turn old friends into foes. Continue reading “[4K Ultra HD Review] John Wick: Chapter 4; Now Available From Lionsgate”

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the pope's exorcist, blu ray, review
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[Blu-Ray Review] The Pope’s Exorcist; Now Available On Blu-ray, DVD & Digital From Sony

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Director: Julius Avery

Cast: Russell Crowe, Daniel Zovatto, Alex Essoe

Release Date: June 13, 2023

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Film Rating: 5/10
Disc Rating: 7/10

Synopsis:

Inspired by the actual files of Father Gabriele Amorth, Chief Exorcist of the Vatican (Academy Award®-winner Russell Crowe; 2000, Best Actor, Gladiator), The Pope’s Exorcist follows Amorth as he investigates a young boy’s terrifying possession and ends up uncovering a centuries-old conspiracy the Vatican has desperately tried to keep hidden. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] The Pope’s Exorcist; Now Available On Blu-ray, DVD & Digital From Sony”

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renfield, blu ray, review
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[Blu-Ray Review] Renfield; Now Available On Blu-ray, DVD & Digital From Universal

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Director: Chris McKay

Cast: Nicholas Hoult, Awkwafina, Nicolas Cage

Release Date: June 6, 2023

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Film Rating: 7/10
Disc Rating: 8/10

Synopsis:

Nicholas Hoult stars as Renfield, the tortured aide to history’s most narcissistic boss: Dracula (Nicolas Cage). For centuries, Renfield has slavishly served Dracula by procuring his master’s prey and doing his every bidding, no matter how debased. But now, Renfield is ready to look for a new life outside the shadow of The Prince of Darkness, if only he can figure out how to end the toxic, co-dependent relationship… Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] Renfield; Now Available On Blu-ray, DVD & Digital From Universal”

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[4K Ultra HD Review] Creed III; Now Available On 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, DVD & Digital From MGM – Warner Bros

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Director: Michael B. Jordan

Cast: Michael B. Jordan, Tessa Thompson, Jonathan Majors

Release Date: May 23, 2023

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Film Rating: 6/10
Disc Rating: 7.5/10

Synopsis:

After dominating the boxing world, Adonis Creed (Michael B. Jordan) has been thriving in both his career and family life. When a childhood friend and former boxing prodigy, Damian (Jonathan Majors), resurfaces after serving a long sentence in prison, he is eager to prove that he deserves his shot in the ring. The face off between former friends is more than just a fight. To settle the score, Adonis must put his future on the line to battle Damian – a fighter who has nothing to lose. Continue reading “[4K Ultra HD Review] Creed III; Now Available On 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, DVD & Digital From MGM – Warner Bros”

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65, 4k, blu ray, dvd
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[4K Ultra HD Review] 65; Now Available On 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, DVD & Digital From Sony

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Directors: Scott Beck, Bryan Woods

Cast: Adam Driver, Ariana Greenblatt

Release Date: May 30, 2023

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Film Rating: 6.5/10
Disc Rating: 7.5/10

Synopsis:

After a catastrophic crash on an unknown planet, pilot Mills (Adam Driver) quickly discovers he’s actually stranded on Earth…65 million years ago. Now, with only one chance at rescue, Mills and the only other survivor, Koa (Ariana Greenblatt), must make their way across an unknown terrain riddled with dangerous prehistoric creatures in an epic fight to survive. From the writers of A Quiet Place comes 65, a sci-fi thriller produced by Sam Raimi, Deborah Liebling, Zainab Azizi, Scott Beck and Bryan Woods. Continue reading “[4K Ultra HD Review] 65; Now Available On 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, DVD & Digital From Sony”

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dungeons and dragons, honor among thieves, 4k, review
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[4K Ultra HD Review] Dungeons And Dragons: Honor Among Thieves; Available On 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray & DVD May 30, 2023 From Paramount

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Directors: Jonathan Goldstein, John Francis Daley

Cast: Chris Pine, Michelle Rodriguez, Regé-Jean Page

Release Date: May 30, 2023

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Film Rating: 8/10
Disc Rating: 8.5/10

Synopsis:

A charming thief and a band of unlikely adventurers undertake an epic heist to retrieve a lost relic, but things go dangerously awry when they run afoul of the wrong people in this hilarious and action-packed adventure. Continue reading “[4K Ultra HD Review] Dungeons And Dragons: Honor Among Thieves; Available On 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray & DVD May 30, 2023 From Paramount”

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shazam fury of the gods, 4k, review
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[4K Ultra HD Review] Shazam! Fury Of The Gods; Now Available On 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, DVD & Digital From DC – Warner Bros

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Director: David F. Sandberg

Cast: Zachary Levi, Asher Angel, Jack Dylan Grazer

Release Date: May 23, 2023

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Film Rating: 7.5/10
Disc Rating: 9/10

Synopsis:

“Shazam! Fury of the Gods” continues the story of teenage Billy Batson (Asher Angel) who, upon reciting the magic word “SHAZAM!,” is transformed into his adult Super Hero alter ego, Shazam. Bestowed with the powers of the gods, Billy Batson and his fellow foster kids are still learning how to juggle teenage life with having adult Super Hero alter-egos. But when the Daughters of Atlas, a vengeful trio of ancient gods, arrive on Earth in search of the magic stolen from them long ago, Billy—aka Shazam (Zachary Levi)—and his family are thrust into a battle for their superpowers, their lives, and the fate of their world. Continue reading “[4K Ultra HD Review] Shazam! Fury Of The Gods; Now Available On 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, DVD & Digital From DC – Warner Bros”

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v/h/s/99 blu ray review
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[Blu-Ray Review] V/H/S/99; Available On Blu-ray & DVD May 23, 2023 From Shudder – RLJE

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Directors: Maggie Levin, Johannes Roberts, Flying Lotus, Tyler MacIntyre, Vanessa Winter, Joseph Winter

Cast: Steven Ogg, Ally Ioannides, Keanush Tafreshi

Release Date: May 23, 2023

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Film Rating: 7/10
Disc Rating: 8/10

Synopsis:

In V/H/S/99, a thirsty teenager’s home video leads to a series of horrifying revelations. Featuring five new stories from filmmakers Maggie Levin, Johannes Roberts, Flying Lotus, Tyler MacIntyre and Joseph & Vanessa Winter, V/H/S/99 harkens back to the final punk rock analog days of VHS, while taking one giant leap forward into the hellish new millennium. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] V/H/S/99; Available On Blu-ray & DVD May 23, 2023 From Shudder – RLJE”

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knock at the cabin, 4k, review
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[4K Ultra HD Review] Knock At The Cabin; Now Available On 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, DVD & Digital From Universal

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Director: M. Night Shyamalan

Cast: Dave Bautista, Jonathan Groff, Ben Aldridge

Release Date: May 9, 2023

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Film Rating: 7/10
Disc Rating: 8/10

Synopsis:

KNOCK AT THE CABIN is a thriller about a tight-knit family who are taken hostage by four armed strangers while vacationing at a remote cabin. The visitors, led by Dave Bautista (Guardians of the Galaxy franchise, Dune), demand that the young girl and her parents make an unthinkable choice: to save their family or save humanity. Continue reading “[4K Ultra HD Review] Knock At The Cabin; Now Available On 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, DVD & Digital From Universal”

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[Movie Review] ‘Fool’s Paradise’ Is A Fun, Goofy And Frequently Hilarious Romp Of A Directorial Debut From Charlie Day; In Theaters May 12, 2023 From Roadside Attractions & Lionsgate

Fool’s Paradise (2023) Director: Charlie Day Cast: Charlie Day, Ken Jeong, Kate Beckinsale Release Date: In Theaters May 12, 2023 A Review By: Kevin Lovell Film Rating: 8/10 Synopsis: A satirical comedy about a down on his luck publicist, who gets his lucky break when he discovers a man recently released from a mental health facility looks just like a method actor who refuses to … Continue reading [Movie Review] ‘Fool’s Paradise’ Is A Fun, Goofy And Frequently Hilarious Romp Of A Directorial Debut From Charlie Day; In Theaters May 12, 2023 From Roadside Attractions & Lionsgate

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superman 5 film collection 4k review
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[4K Ultra HD Review] Superman 5-Film Collection – 1978-1987; Now Available From DC – Warner Bros

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Directors: Richard Donner, Richard Lester, Sydney J. Furie

Cast: Christopher Reeve, Margot Kidder, Gene Hackman

Release Date: May 9, 2023

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Disc Rating: 8/10

Continue reading “[4K Ultra HD Review] Superman 5-Film Collection – 1978-1987; Now Available From DC – Warner Bros”

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[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Champions’; Available On Blu-ray & DVD May 2, 2023 From Universal

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Director: Bobby Farrelly

Cast: Woody Harrelson, Kaitlin Olson, Ernie Hudson

Release Date: May 2, 2023

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Film Rating: 7.5/10
Disc Rating: 7.5/10

Synopsis:

Woody Harrelson stars in the hilarious and heartwarming story of a former minor-league basketball coach who, after a series of missteps, is ordered by the court to manage a team of players with intellectual disabilities. He soon realizes that despite his doubts, together, this team can go further than they ever imagined. Continue reading “[Blu-Ray Review] ‘Champions’; Available On Blu-ray & DVD May 2, 2023 From Universal”

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all-star superman, 4k, review
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[4K Ultra HD Review] ‘All-Star Superman’; Now Available From DC – Warner Bros

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Director: Sam Liu

Cast: James Denton, Christina Hendricks, Anthony LaPaglia (VOICES)

Release Date: April 18, 2023

A Review By: Kevin Lovell

Disc Rating: 8/10

Synopsis:

Lex Luthor’s elaborate plot to kill the Man of Steel works! Poisoned by solar radiation, Superman is dying. With weeks to live, he fulfills his life’s dreams – especially revealing his true identity to Lois Lane – until Luthor proclaims his ultimate plan to control the world with no alien hero to stop him. His powers fading, Superman engages in a spectacular deadly battle that could truly trigger the end of Earth’s greatest protector. Continue reading “[4K Ultra HD Review] ‘All-Star Superman’; Now Available From DC – Warner Bros”

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