Make Way For Tomorrow – The Criterion Collection #505 (a J!-ENT Blu-ray Disc Review)

A touching yet hearbreaking Leo McCarey classic.   The film will forever have its relevance in American society today and the future as every family must deal with how they will handle their aging parents.  A fantastic film and a worthy addition to the Criterion Read More …

Bird of Paradise (a J!-ENT Blu-ray Disc Review)

While King Vidor’s 1932 film “Bird of Paradise” may draw some comparisons to F.W. Murnau’s film “Tabu”, “Bird of Paradise” is a film that features romance and action but also spotlights Latina actress Dolores del Rio in her sexiest (and most scandalous) role yet!  If Read More …

A Farewell to Arms (a J!-ENT Blu-ray Disc Review)

“A Farewell to Arms” is a tragic melodrama that showcases Frank Borzage’s attention to details.  May it be visual details or to extracting the best emotional performance from the film’s talents.  While the film may not be a perfect adaptation of Ernest Hemmingway’s classic novel, Read More …

Nothing Sacred (a J!-ENT Blu-ray Disc Review)

 “Nothing Sacred” is a delightfully, fun Hollywood classic that showcases Carole Lombard’s comedic brilliance but also a screwball comedy that was the first to be filmed in Technicolor and a comedy film that was not afraid to satirize American life and society.  A wonderful performance Read More …

Fashion Model (a J!-ENT DVD Review)

Robert Lowery (“Campus Rhythm”, “Batman/Robin”) and Marjorie Weaver (“Young Mr. Lincoln”, “Charlie Chan’s Murder Cruise”) team up in the 1945 mystery comedy film “Fashion Model”.  Although farfetched, it’s a popcorn comedy film that will definitely entertain Monogram Pictures fans! Images courtesy of © 1945 Metro Read More …

The Living Ghost (a J!-ENT DVD Review)

Monogram Pictures “The Living Ghost” receives its American DVD release via MGM’s Made-on-Demand (MOD) Limited Edition Collection.  A fun detective film with humor and suspense starring two talents who would go on to bigger films, James Dunn and Joan Woodbury.  Exiting, fun and definitely enjoyable! Read More …

Campus Rhythm (a J!-ENT DVD Review)

“Campus Rhythm” is one of those rare low-budget gems from early 1940’s Hollywood that is fun, hilarious and enjoyable.  The comedy showcases the talent of Gale Storm but also stars future up-and-coming talents Robert Lowery, Johnny Downs and Candy Candido.  A fun comedy worth checking Read More …