This week on DVD/Blu-ray: Martin Scorsese’s modern nod to the past; a gonzo comedy from the mind of Todd Rohal; an overlooked feature film debut worth checking out; the latest Criterion release; and one the most divisive films to play at Sundance last year. Â #1
With not a lot of wacky romance films in theaters Wanderlust may be the right ticket for you and your date. Not the sharpest knife in the drawer, but it’s still passable, especially if you aren’t critical of stories that are a bit goofier than the ordinary. The script gets obsessive in a brazen kind of way with some scenes even kicking it up a notch. But, if it’s an icebreaker you want or just a way to add time to a first date, then you can do worse than Wanderlust.
This action adventure aims for the 9 to 12 age group and nails it on the head. Fueled with wondrous scenes of a quest filled journey and combined with a LOT of 3D special effects, Journey 2: The Mysterious Island should do okay at the box-office. Having Josh Hutcherson and Vanessa Hudgens doesn’t hurt either, as they are both very popular with the Tweens and Teens.
Enhanced with High Definition, Lady and the Tramp has been released on Blu-ray for the first time. The format gives the animated film more color and sharpness missing when it was released in the original VHS Video format. The diamond edition includes the Blu-ray and DVD discs and several bonus features.
Set in France, The Conquest could have easily been translated to a spoof on the government of the United States. Good acting by Denis Podalydes keeps the story realistic and direction by Xavier Durringer shows he has his finger on the political pulse. If you like a witty take on ‘getting to the top of the food chain,’ then go see The Conquest.
A very well-sculpted comedy, as well as a touching and relatable drama with genuine warmth.
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This week on DVD/Blu-ray: “Bombay Beach” from music video director Ama Har’el; the last epic from Chilean filmmaker Raul Ruiz; George Clooney’s political thriller “The Ides of March”; “Belle de Jour” starring Catherine Deneuve; and the Blu-ray debut of “Traffic.” #1. Critic’s Pick: “Bombay Beach” (DVD) Music video director Alma Har’el’s first foray into feature filmmaking, the documentary hybrid …