KINO Video/KINO International/KINO Lorber (a J!-ENT Listing of All KINO Blu-ray and DVD Reviews)

Kino International was founded in 1977 as a theatrical distribution company specializing in classics and foreign language art films. The company began operation with a license to handle theatrical distribution of the Janus Collection, a library containing over 100 important European and Asian art films Read More …

The Blue Angel (2-Disc Ultimate Edition) (a J!-ENT Blu-ray Disc Review)

“The Blue Angel” is a classic film that is compelling, enjoyable and a highlight of Weimar cinema.  And with this classic film on Blu-ray, for fans of older classic cinema, “The Blue Angel (2-Disc Ultimate Edition)” is highly recommended! Images courtesy of © 2013 Kino Read More …

City of Life and Death (a J!-ENT Blu-ray Disc Review)

“City of Life and Death” is the most visceral war film that I have seen to effectively capture the atrocities and the brutality of the Nanking massacre in cinema.  This is an unforgettable film that resonates within you for a very long time with its Read More …

The Blue Angel: Special Two Disc Set (a J!-ENT DVD Review)

“The Blue Angel” is the film that would launch Marlene Dietrich’s career.  It is the film that brought Dietrich and filmmaker Josef von Sternberg together and both would go on to make several hit films with each other.  But for this classic talkie, the fact Read More …

happily ever after (Ils se marièrent et eurent beaucoup d’enfants) (a J!-ENT DVD Review)

“happily ever after” is a fantastic film featuring strong performances from Yvan Attal and Charlotte Gainsbourg and the other talent in this film. The writing and cinematography (especially the music) are well-done. And I know the film goes against the trend of a romantic comedy Read More …

Pandora and the Flying Dutchman (a J!-ENT Blu-ray Disc Review)

A film from 1951 that stands out for its magical storyline but also for its wonderful performance by Ava Gardner and James Mason.  A surprising release on Blu-ray and a significant improvement compared to the original DVD release from KINO.  Definitely recommended! Images courtesy of Read More …

Long Pants (as part of “Harry Langdon…the forgotten clown”) (a J!-ENT DVD Review)

A fun, dark and crazy comedy collaboration between filmmaker Frank Capra and Harry Langdon!  “Long Pants” is one of the three films included in “Harry Langdon…the forgotten clown”.  All three films are considered as Langdon’s best and this DVD is recommended! Images courtesy of © Read More …