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ALL ARTICLES BY Chris Delloiacono
Dark Horse Presents #23Comic Book Review - Apr 25, 2013
The Return of Bloodhound!!!!!!

The Yellow Brick Road and BeyondDVD Review - Mar 23, 2013
Looking at a look at the world of the wonderful Wizard!

Battle for BrooklynDVD Review - Jan 16, 2013
People vs. Power.

The Rolling Stones - Under Review 1975-1983: The Ronnie Wood Years Part 1DVD Review - Dec 21, 2012
Mick and Keith get Wood.

Catch Me If You Can [Blu-ray]DVD Review - Dec 3, 2012
“Catch Me If You Can” may not be the seminal motion picture of Steven Spielberg’s career, but it would be if from most other auteurs.

New York Mets 50th Anniversary DVD SetDVD Review - Sep 27, 2012
Meet the Mets and enjoy the best of times!

Judge Dredd [Blu-ray]DVD Review - Sep 16, 2012
Maybe it's not perfect but Stallone's attempt to be the law isn't that bad!

James Bond GadgetsDVD Review - Sep 14, 2012
You know his name, but do you know why Bond does the coolest stuff?

The Cabin In The Woods [Blu-ray + Digital Copy]DVD Review - Sep 14, 2012
Perhaps the most compelling and yet hackneyed film ever made!

High Fidelity [Blu-ray]DVD Review - Aug 6, 2012
A classic film comes to Blu-ray.

Bloodshot #1 (2012)Comic Book Review - Jul 10, 2012
Brilliant art and savvy writing show why Valiant is the comic company to follow!

Gi Joe: Series 2: Season 2DVD Review - Jul 8, 2012
It may be series two, but it's not the second coming!

Daredevil #14Comic Book Review - Jun 22, 2012
The only reason you need to venture to the comic shop each month!

The Shadow #3 - Advance ReviewComic Book Review - Jun 18, 2012
Are Garth Ennis and the Shadow a winning combinaton?

Charlie Daniels Band: Live at RockpalastDVD Review - Jun 18, 2012
The Devil Went Down to Georgia via Germany plus more!

John Lee Hooker: Cook with the Hook: Live in 1974DVD Review - Jun 18, 2012
A legendary performer comes to DVD with an unforgettable show.

Amazing Spider-Man #687 Comic Book Review - Jun 13, 2012
Dan Slott and Stefano Caselli can take me to the Ends of the Earth any time!

Grifter #10Comic Book Review - Jun 13, 2012
Fight and Conversation Comics Strike Again.

Earth 2 #2Comic Book Review - Jun 7, 2012
Fabulous art, brilliant writing, and needed diversity.

Harbinger #1 Comic Book Review - Jun 6, 2012
Valiant releases another brilliantly entertaining comic!

G.I. Joe Renegades: Season One, Volume 1DVD Review - Jun 4, 2012
You could really call it 'G.I. Joe Begins' or 'Joe Team Royale.'

Hondo [Blu-ray]DVD Review - Jun 2, 2012
The Duke in a Prince of a film with King-size extras!

Mutant Girls Squad [DVD/Blu-ray Combo]DVD Review - May 20, 2012
Splatter that doesn't matter!

The Scarlet WormDVD Review - Apr 18, 2012
Down and dirty Western filmmaking like it's the '70s!

War Horse (Four Disc Combo: Blu-ray/DVD + Digital Copy) (2011)DVD Review - Apr 11, 2012
World War I is brought to vivid life through the eyes of a horse.

Jimmy Lynch, "Nigger Please!"Music Review - Apr 10, 2012
Raunchy, nasty and hilarious comedy from the '70s!

The Three MusketeersDVD Review - Mar 13, 2012
Paul W.S. Anderson crafts another epic scale popcorn spectacle. It’s not perfect, but it’s probably going to surprise you.

Lady and the Tramp (Diamond Edition Two-Disc Blu-ray/DVD)DVD Review - Feb 6, 2012
Disney brings another legendary film to Blu-ray! “Lady and the Tramp” is so simple on initial thought. It’s a pampered cocker spaniel, Lady, falling for the street urchin, Tramp, that’s literally from the wrong-side-of-the tracks. There are also deeper themes at work in the film, which is something that Walt excelled at.

Real Steel (Two-Disc Blu-ray/DVD Combo)DVD Review - Jan 24, 2012
What do you get when you mix a bit of Matheson, a touch of Rock 'Em Sock 'Em, and ample parts Rocky?

Good Morning, Vietnam (25th Anniversary Edition) [Blu-ray]DVD Review - Jan 15, 2012
Robin Williams' brilliant star turn and amazing supporting performances assemble for reveille.

1911 (Collector's Edition)DVD Review - Jan 4, 2012
A Jackie Chan film unlike most others...

Helldriver (Blu-ray + DVD)DVD Review - Nov 21, 2011
Do you like splatter horror?

The Adventures of Tintin: Season OneDVD Review - Nov 21, 2011
A worldwide phenomenon served up for the U.S.

New York Dolls: Lookin' Fine on TelevisionDVD Review - Nov 20, 2011
Are you ready to experience the roots of punk rock?

Alexandre O. Phillippe - Director of "The People vs. George Lucas"Interview - Nov 2, 2011
The passionate director brings you the final verdict on George Lucas

Cop Land (Blu-ray)DVD Review - Nov 2, 2011
Have you ever had that "Best Cast Ever" debate?

Jurassic Park Ultimate Trilogy (Blu-ray + Digital Copy)DVD Review - Oct 28, 2011
Should you take another walk in the Park?

Nazi HuntersDVD Review - Oct 25, 2011
Tracking down the scum of the Earth.

Baseball's Greatest GamesDVD Review - Oct 21, 2011
Are these really the ten greatest games ever?

The People vs. George LucasDVD Review - Oct 16, 2011
Geek outrage...in an enjoyable sense!

Yankeeography: Pinstripe LegendsDVD Review - Oct 10, 2011
The Yankees may be out of the playoffs, but this set is a home run!

DC's New 52 - Launch Month - Final ReviewsEditorial - Oct 1, 2011
The last titles of the relaunch and a complete scorecard of grades!

DC's New 52 - Continuing to Defy Expectations!Editorial - Sep 25, 2011
Wonder Woman, Batman, Deadman, and the Birds of Prey come to town!

4th & GoalDVD Review - Sep 17, 2011
An entertaining football documentary just in time for new season!

DC's New 52 - Latest ThoughtsEditorial - Sep 16, 2011
The week Batwoman, Resurrection Man, Grifter, and Demon Knights usher in a new era of excellence?

DC's New 52: State of the Relaunch -- A Week or So In Editorial - Sep 12, 2011
Has DC begun publishing a quality line of books again?

The Death of Andy KaufmanDVD Review - Sep 1, 2011
Do you really think Andy's alive after all these years?

Robert Plant's Blue NoteDVD Review - Aug 21, 2011
Wanna know about a documentary with a rather off-beat focus concerning a legend?

Conspiracy of the Planet of the ApesBook Review - Aug 8, 2011
The POTA renasissance of 2011 continues with this can't miss book set during the original film.

2011 San Diego Comic Con An Epic Journey (Part 2)Editorial - Aug 3, 2011
The Geek Nirvana Tome Concludes!

2011 San Diego Comic Con an Epic Journey (Part 1)Editorial - Jul 30, 2011
What's SDCC really like? Here's the story and some tips from a regular geek!

Cowboys and AliensMovie Review - Jul 26, 2011
Was Jon Favreau's gift to Comic Con a good one?

The Making of the President: The 1960sDVD Review - Jul 5, 2011
Tumult and drama for the 1960's race for the Oval Office

Green LanternMovie Review - Jun 21, 2011
Stars and the director deserve not nearly the blame of the producers.

Kill the IrishmanDVD Review - Jun 15, 2011
Danny Greene's story is interesting, but well-traveled in cinema.

Paul McCartney, "McCartney II" [Deluxe Edition]Music Review - Jun 12, 2011
Coming Up with a reason to buy this is difficult.

Paul McCartney, "McCartney" [Deluxe Edition]Music Review - Jun 9, 2011
Maybe I'm amazed at how much extras cost?

The Feathered Serpent: The Complete SeriesDVD Review - Jun 8, 2011
Plucking this serpent off the shelves may be painful!

Madagascar: The Land Where Evolution Ran WildDVD Review - Jun 4, 2011
Who'd have thought a giant egg would be more interesting than a bunch of lemurs?

Glenn Tilbrook and the Fluffers - Live in New York CityDVD Review - May 17, 2011
You're surely tempted to get squeezed, but you won't be pulling any mussels!

20th Century with Mike Wallace: America at WarDVD Review - Apr 26, 2011
20th Century glory and miscues mirror 21st Century issues.

FUBAR: Balls to the WallDVD Review - Apr 25, 2011
Is this an adventure with idiots that actually connects to your own life?

Plastic PlanetDVD Review - Apr 9, 2011
What harm can plastic be causing us? Werner Boote wants to tell you!

Anywhere USA DVD Review - Apr 3, 2011
This anywhere is somewhere to be!

The Complete Sherlock Holmes Collection (Blu-ray)DVD Review - Mar 27, 2011
Holmes spouts propaganda, battles Nazis, and confronts other villains in this classic release!

Drive Angry 3DMovie Review - Feb 27, 2011
This Nicolas Cage vehicle is a wholly modern exploitation film. But is it 3D worthy?

Bambi (Diamond Edition Blu-ray/DVD Combo)DVD Review - Feb 27, 2011
An all-time classic and brilliant bonus features!

Kings of PastryDVD Review - Feb 24, 2011
The thrill of bakery and the agony of dropping treats!

Single-Handed: Set OneDVD Review - Feb 9, 2011
A lone wolf Irish cop protects and serves with beautiful scenery and ugly characters.

Man in a Suitcase: Set OneDVD Review - Jan 19, 2011
An entertaining Cold War gem!

The Green Hornet (2011)Movie Review - Jan 15, 2011
Is it worth it to feel the Hornet's Sting?

Nomad (Blu-ray)DVD Review - Jan 12, 2011
Stunning action sequences and a good story made this a big surprise!

The Great Debaters (Blu-ray)DVD Review - Jan 7, 2011
A young cast holds their own with Denzel Washington and Forest Whitaker!

True Grit (2010)Movie Review - Dec 27, 2010
Acting + Realism = 2010 > 1969

Tron: LegacyMovie Review - Dec 19, 2010
Is the Legacy of "Tron" in good hands?

 
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