In the Heat of the Night – The Criterion Collection #959 (a J!-ENT DVD Review)

“In the Heat of the Night” is a film that no doubt holds up well for today’s audience.  There is a clear message. As clear it was back in 1967.  But the question is, for the viewer watching the film, will that message reach out Read More …

The Shooting/Ride in the Whirlwind – The Criterion Collection #734-735 (a J!-ENT DVD Review)

“The Shooting/Ride in the Whirlwind” is a wonderful release from the Criterion Collection as you get both films together. This is the best looking version of both films to date and if you are looking for two artistic western films that are unique, fresh and Read More …

Return of the Magnificent Seven (a J!-ENT Blu-ray Disc Review)

An example of a popcorn Western film full of action but a weak screenplay and non-existent character development.  While the shining moment of this sequel is that Yul Brynner returned to reprise his role as Chris Adams, “Return of the Magnificent Seven” is not a Read More …

The Wild Bunch (a J!-ENT DVD Review)

BUY THIS DVD MOVIE COMPANY: Warner Bros. DVD reviewed by Dennis A. Amith CAST: William Holden, Ernest Borgnine, Robert Ryan, Edmond O’Brien, Warren Oates DIRECTED BY: Sam Peckinpah WRITTEN BY: Paul Seydor RATING: R INTERNET MOVIE DATABASE URL: http://us.imdb.com/Title?0065214 TYPE OF MOVIE: Action, Drama, Western Read More …