The League of Gentlemen (as part of the Basil Dearden’s London Underground – Eclipse Series #25) (a J!-ENT DVD Review)

In 1960, two heist films were released… America had “Ocean’s Eleven”, the UK had “The League of Gentlemen” and the latter, Basil Dearden’s heist film is an example of enjoyable, fun but yet provocative  British cinema.  A wonderful inclusion to the latest Eclipse Series “Basil Read More …

Sapphire (as part of the Basil Dearden’s London Underground – Eclipse Series #25) (a J!-ENT DVD Review)

A bold, progressive movie at its time.  “Sapphire” exposed the racism that existed in Britain right after the 1958 Notting Hill Race Riots and a film that was unlike any film created in the UK.  A winner of the BAFTA award in 1959  for “Best 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 …