Welcome back! Well, to some of you, anyway. To the rest of you, glad you decided to stop by and I hope that this humble column helps you navigate the stacks of new releases each week. My goal is to point you toward titles of interest and warn you away from those films that seek to do nothing but leech away your time and give you nothing in return.
This week brings a nice selection of films that includes some comedy, a little drama, some romance, a splash of blood, a director's cut, and more. I know there are a few here that I am looking forward to checking out again, as well as some that I am eager to see for the first time. Read on and see if any strike your fancy.
Dark City: Director's Cut. When this movie first graced the big screen, I loved it and I wasn't alone as it was Roger Ebert's favorite film of 1998. In the years between then and now there was always talk of another cut and now it is finally here. This movie is fascinating, with Alex Proyas displaying a unique screen vision. The original DVD release was quite good and featured a great Roger Ebert commentary track. I am really looking forward to getting my hands on this new cut, which runs 15 minutes longer and is said to have improved effects and a new sound mix. (BUY, RENT, SKIP)
Stargate: Continuum. Surprisingly, I have not yet seen the first Stargate direct-to-DVD film, so I need to catch up on that, but it does not make me any less interested in this release. This is also the last work that Don S. Davis completed before his recent passing (RIP). This film dispenses with the Ori and returns the Goa'uld to their place as main baddie. Looking forward to seeing if this one delivers. (BUY, RENT, SKIP)
Shine A Light. Martin Scorsese's follow-up to the Oscar-winning The Departed is not another fictional epic, but rather a concert by/documentary on The Rolling Stones. I never did get to see this on the big screen, but it seems like an ideal rental candidate. I have heard good things about the film and the trailers looked impressive. (BUY, RENT, SKIP)
Witchblade: The Complete Series. I remember enjoying this short-lived TNT series when it was on a few years back. I think I'd like to revisit it on DVD. Yancy Butler starred as the cop who comes into possession of the Witchblade, an ancient weapon that gives her great power. A feature film is in the early stages of development, could this release be used to gauge potential interest? (BUY, RENT, SKIP)
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