The Before Trilogy: Criterion Collection

Few people saw Before Sunrise when it was released in 1995 but those who did really loved it. In its own subtle and unassuming way, Richard Linklater’s film flew in the face of most romantic films at the time. It refused to be dated by obvious, trendy... 

Brooklyn’s Finest

Brooklyn’s Finest (2009) was seen as a comeback of sorts for Wesley Snipes who had been wandering the wilderness of direct-to-video fare and had not enjoyed a serious theatrical release since Blade: Trinity (2004). Unfortunately, this film wasn’t... 

Fast Food Nation

Adapted from the non-fiction book of the same name by Eric Schlosser, Fast Food Nation (2006) is something of a departure for filmmaker Richard Linklater as it is his most overtly political effort – a scathing indictment of the fast food industry as... 

Lord of War

Note to reader: This review and verdict is a reflection on the movie only as whatdvd.net was not sent the special features disc of the Lord of War 2 disc set. Disc One contains the movie only with the option of subtitles. We apologise for any inconvenience. Director... 

Dead Poets Society: Special Edition

Dead Poets Society (1989) is significant in Robin Williams’ career in that it was his most dramatic role at that point. Also, it was a film in which he did not have the most screen time. His character is not the central focus; rather it is the boys... 

Assault on Precinct 13

Assault on Precinct 13 (2004) is a remake of John Carpenter’s no frills cult classic (which was a remake of Howard Hawks’ Rio Bravo) but with a name cast and a CGI facelift. The results are a mixed bag. While competently filmed and ably acted by the... 

Before Sunset

It’s been nine years since Richard Linklater’s thoughtful and touching romance, Before Sunrise (1995) graced screens. Since then fans of the movie have wondered and ruminated about what happened to the two main characters. Did they meet up as promised... 

Taking Lives: Unrated Director’s Cut

Taking Lives (2004) was released the same year as the Ashley Judd film, Twisted and shares the same dubious honor of being a generic thriller starring an extremely talented actress who should know better. So, what went wrong? The performances by the talented...