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DVD review: “One Night in the Tropics” (1940)

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“One Night in the Tropics” (1940) Comedy Running time: 82 minutes Written by: Gertrude Purcell and Charles Grayson Directed by: A. Edward Sutherland Featuring: Allan Jones, Robert Cummings, Nancy Kelly, Bud Abbott, Lou Costello, William Frawley and Peggy Moran Abbott: “Put that out. There's no smoking in here.” Costello: “What makes you think I'm smokin'?” Abbott: “You've got a cigar in your mouth!” Costello: “I've got shoes on... don't mean I'm …

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DVD review: “Diagnosis: Murder” (1993 – 2001)

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“Diagnosis: Murder” (1993 - 2001) Television Drama One hundred and seventy eight episodes Created by: Joyce Burditt Featuring: Dick Van Dyke, Scott Baio, Victoria Rowell, Barry Van Dyke, Michael Tucci, Delores Hall and Charlie Schlatter Diagnosis: Murder, a charmingly cheesy detective drama from the 1990s, holds a special place in the hearts of many viewers. The series, which ran for eight seasons, follows Dr. Mark Sloan (Dick Van Dyke), a charismatic Chief …

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DVD review: “Last Tango in Halifax” (2012-2020)

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“Last Tango in Halifax” (2012-2020) Television Drama Twenty four Episodes Created by: Sally Wainwright Featuring: Derek Jacobi and Anne Reid  John: “Um, I'm tempted to say it's a long story, but it isn't really. In fact, it's pretty straightforward. Turns out, Judith's a bit of an alcoholic. I knew she had a significant relationship with the stuff, I knew she …

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DVD Review: “Inspector Morse” (1987 – 2000)

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“Inspector Morse” (1987 - 2000) Television Series Thirty Three Episodes Created by: Colin Dexter Featuring: John Thaw, Kevin Whately and James Grout Morse: “I always drink at lunchtime. It helps my imagination.” "Inspector Morse" is a British television series that originally aired from 1987 to 2000. Based on the novels by Colin Dexter, the show stars John Thaw as the titular …

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DVD Review: “The Prisoner” (1967 – 1968)

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“The Prisoner” (1967 - 1968) Television 17 Episodes Created by: Patrick McGoohan and George Markstein Written by: Patrick McGoohan, David Tomblin, Anthony Skene, Terence Feely, Vincent Tilsley, George Markstein Directed by: Patrick McGoohan, Pat Jackson, Don Chaffey, David Tomblin Featuring: Patrick McGoohan Number 6: "I will not make any deals with you. I've resigned. I will not …

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DVD Review: “Shelley” (1979-1983)

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“Shelley” (1979-1983) TV Comedy Seventy One Episodes Featuring: Hywel Bennett, Warren Clarke, Garfield Morgan, Belinda Sinclair and Josephine Tewson "Shelley," the beloved British sitcom that premiered in 1979, remains a timeless classic that continues to charm audiences with its wit, humor, and endearing characters. Set in the bustling city of London, the series follows the misadventures of the titular character, James …

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DVD Review: “The Brokenwood Mysteries” (2014-present)

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“The Brokenwood Mysteries” (2014-present) TV Drama Forty Three Episodes Featuring: Neill Rea, Fern Sutherland, Nic Sampson, Jarod Rawiri, Cristina Serban Ionda, Pana Hema Taylor and Rawiri Jobe Kristin Sims: “Jacinta O'Connor, I'm arresting you for the murders of Nate Dunn and Evelyn Dunn. You have the right to remain silent.” Jacinta O'Connor: “It's a little late for that.”"The Brokenwood Mysteries" is a riveting New …

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DVD review: “Allelujah” (2022)

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“Allelujah” (2022) Drama Running Time: 99 minutes Written by: Heidi Thomas and Alan Bennett Directed by: Richard Eyre Featuring: Jennifer Saunders, Bally Gill, Russell Tovey, David Bradley, Derek Jacobi and Judi Dench Sister Gilpin: “I mean, all these managers, all they think about is movement isn't it? Like the hospital system is just some giant bowel that has to keep pumping out shit.” "Allelujah," the 2022 TV …

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DVD Review: “The Son” (2022)

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“The Son” (2022) Drama Running Time: 123 minutes Written by: Florian Zeller and Christopher Hampton Directed by: Florian Zeller Featuring: Hugh Jackman, Laura Dern, Vanessa Kirby, Zen McGrath and Anthony Hopkins Peter: “When you hurt yourself, it's as if you're doing it to me.” Nicholas: “And when you hurt Mom, you were doing it to me.” Florian Zeller's "The Son" is not …

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Blu-ray Review: “Bedtime Stories” (1964)

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“Bedtime Stories” (1964) Comedy Running Time: 99 minutes Written by: Stanley Shapiro and Paul Henning Directed by: Ralph Levy Featuring: Marlon Brando, David Niven and Shirley Jones Freddy Benson: “She caught me with another woman. You're French, you understand.” Andre: “To be with another woman, that is French. To be caught, that is American.” "Bedtime Story" is a charming 1964 comedy film directed by Ralph …

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DVD review: “The Professionals: The Complete Series” (1977-1983)

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“The Professionals: The Complete Series” (1977-1983) TV Series Fifty Seven Episodes Created by: Brian Clemens Featuring: Gordon Jackson, Martin Shaw and Lewis Collins George Cowley: “Anarchy, acts of terror, crimes against the public. To combat it I've got special men - experts from the army, the police, from every service - these are The Professionals.” "The Professionals" is a classic British …

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DVD review: “Shetland Collection One” (2023)

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“Shetland Collection One” (2023) TV Series Ten Episodes Created by: Ann Cleeves Featuring: Douglas Henshall, Alison O'Donnell, Steven Robertson, Lewis Howden, Erin Armstrong, Mark Bonnar, Anne Kidd and Julie Graham "Shetland" is a gripping crime drama that transports viewers to the ruggedly beautiful Shetland Islands, off the coast of Scotland. Adapted from Ann Cleeves' bestselling novels, this television series offers a …

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DVD Review: “EO” (2022)

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“EO” (2022) Drama Running Time: 88 minutes Written by: Jerzy Skolimowski and Ewa Piaskowska Directed by: Jerzy Skolimowski Featuring: Sandra Drzymalska, Lorenzo Zurzolo, Mateusz Kościukiewicz and Isabelle Huppert "EO" is a film that transcends traditional boundaries of storytelling, inviting its audience into a mesmerizing journey through the realms of imagination and emotion. Directed by a visionary filmmaker, the movie unfolds with …

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Blu-ray review: “Elephant Walk” (1954)

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“Elephant Walk” (1954) Adventure Running Time: 103 minutes Written by: John Lee Mahin Directed by: William Dieterle Featuring: Elizabeth Taylor, Dana Andrews, Peter Finch, Abraham Sofaer and Abner Biberman John Wiley: “Let them have their Elephant Walk, Ruth. We'll build a new place, a home somewhere else.” "Elephant Walk," released in 1954, is a captivating and intense drama set against the lush backdrop of …

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DVD review: “Prom Night IV: Deliver Us from Evil” (1991)

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“Prom Night IV: Deliver Us from Evil” (1991) Horror Running Time: 92 minutes Written by: Richard Beattie Directed by: Clay Borris Featuring: Nicole de Boer, J.H. Wyman, Joy Tanner and Alle Ghadban Father Jaeger: [showing Colin, Jonas in his room] “In there is Father Jonas. The Devil has taken him... He is beyond saving.” "Prom Night IV: Deliver Us from Evil." Now, that's a …

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DVD review: “Prom Night III: The Last Kiss” (1990)

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“Prom Night III: The Last Kiss” (1990) Horror Running Time: 97 minutes Written by: Ron Oliver Directed by: Ron Oliver and Peter R. Simpson Featuring: Tim Conlon, Cyndy Preston, David Stratton, Courtney Taylor and Brock Simpson Alex Grey: “What am I talking about? I just stuffed my dead biology teacher into the cupboard. Things are not all right.” “Prom Night III: The Last …

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DVD review: “Hello Mary Lou: Prom Night II” (1987)

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“Hello Mary Lou: Prom Night II” (1987) Horror Running Time: 97 minutes Written by: Ron Oliver Directed by: Bruce Pittman Featuring: Michael Ironside, Wendy Lyon, Justin Louis, Lisa Schrage and Richard Monette Mary Lou Maloney: “It's not who you come with, it's who takes you home.” “Hello Mary Lou: Prom Night II” is a fascinating delve into the world of supernatural horror and high …

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DVD review: “Prom Night” (2023)

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“Prom Night” (2023) Horror Running Time: 93 minutes Written by: William Gray Directed by: Paul Lynch Featuring: Jamie Lee Curtis and Leslie Nielsen Kim: “You seem a little anxious, Wendy. By the way, who are going with tonight?” Wendy: “It's not who you go with, honey. It's who takes you home.” "Prom Night," directed by Paul Lynch and released in 1980, …

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Blu-ray review: “The Avengers: The Tara King Collection” (1968)

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“The Avengers: The Tara King Collection” (1968) Television  Episodes: Thirty-Three Episodes  Created by: Sydney Newman Featuring: Patrick Macnee, Ian Hendry, Honor Blackman, Julie Stevens, Diana Rigg, Linda Thorson and Patrick Newell John Steed: “Mrs. Peel, we're needed.” Critical Commentary "The Avengers," a British television series that first aired in 1961, underwent significant transformations throughout its run. One of the notable eras was the inclusion of …

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Blu-ray review: “Road House” (1989)

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“Road House” (1989) Action Running Time: 114 minutes Written by: David Lee Henry and Hilary Henkin Directed by: Rowdy Herrington Featuring: Patrick Swayze, Ben Gazzara, Kelly Lynch and Sam Elliott Dalton: “Take the biggest guy in the world, shatter his knee and he'll drop like a stone.” Critical Commentary "Road House," released in 1989, directed by Rowdy Herrington, is a film that has left an …

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