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The Graduate [StudioCanal Collection][UK] Blu-ray Review

Posted September 2nd, 2010 by Brandon DuHamel

The Graduate [StudioCanal Collection][UK] Blu-ray Review

Here’s to you, Mrs. Robinson, and StudioCanal.This classic looks about as good as it can get in this StudioCanal Collection edition from Optimum.

Delicatessen [StudioCanal Collection][UK] Blu-ray Review

Posted September 2nd, 2010 by Brandon DuHamel

Delicatessen [StudioCanal Collection][UK] Blu-ray Review

This tasty dark comedic treat may not be for everyone, but it’s served up nicely in this StudioCanal Collection release from Optimum.

The Third Man [StudioCanal Collection][UK] Blu-ray Review

Posted September 1st, 2010 by Brandon DuHamel

The Third Man [StudioCanal Collection][UK] Blu-ray Review

This classic 1949 film-noir from director Carol Reed is the essence of a crime thriller done right and it’s a Blu-ray done right from Optimum’s Studio Canal Collection as well.

Mulholland Drive [StudioCanal Collection][UK] Blu-ray Review

Posted August 31st, 2010 by Brandon DuHamel

Mulholland Drive [StudioCanal Collection][UK] Blu-ray Review

David Lynch’s surrealistic vision in Mulholland Drive is refreshed in a solid 1080p StudioCanal Collection release from Optimum Releasing.

Flash Gordon: 30th Anniversary Edition [UK Release] Blu-ray Review

Posted August 23rd, 2010 by Brandon DuHamel

Flash Gordon: 30th Anniversary Edition [UK Release] Blu-ray Review

The ultimate camp sci-fi flick, Flash Gordon arrives on Blu-ray to amuse its long built-up cult followers with sexy catsuits, tongue-in-cheek dialogue, and outlandish costumes.

Hierro [UK Release] Blu-ray Review

Posted July 16th, 2010 by Brandon DuHamel

Hierro [UK Release] Blu-ray Review

Hierro is a visually stunning treat, but this Spanish psychological thriller is no Pan’s Labyrinth or The Orphange and the transfer to Blu-ray is only middling at best.

Vengeance [UK Release] Blu-ray Review

Posted June 20th, 2010 by Brandon DuHamel

Vengeance [UK Release] Blu-ray Review

Glossy action and a strong HD transfer make director Johnny To’s English-language debut a winner from Optimum on Blu-ray.

The Last Station [UK Release] Blu-ray Review

Posted June 15th, 2010 by Brandon DuHamel

The Last Station [UK Release] Blu-ray Review

Helen Mirren shines in this powerful romantic drama about the last year in the life and marriage of Leo Tolstoy.

A Prophet (Un prophète) [UK Release] Blu-ray Review

Posted June 3rd, 2010 by Brandon DuHamel

A Prophet (Un prophète) [UK Release] Blu-ray Review

This powerful French prison crime drama arrives in a reference release from the UK’s Optimum Releasing that is not to be missed.

The Dam Busters: Special Anniversary Edition [UK Release] Blu-ray Review

Posted May 7th, 2010 by Brandon DuHamel

The Dam Busters: Special Anniversary Edition [UK Release] Blu-ray Review

Classic British war film The Dam Busters is re-released on Blu-ray with a superb transfer and interesting documentary.