Joseph Szadkowski

‘Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker - Ultimate Collector’s Edition’ 4K Ultra HD review

The billion-dollar blockbuster that concluded the Skywalker saga debuts on ultra-high definition loaded with visual might but lacking in story satisfaction.

April 1, 2020

Zadzooks: Harley Quinn review (Spin Master)

Spin Master debuts its version of the Dark Knight and Justice League universes with a new line of 4-inch and 12-inch-tall, multi-articulated action figures that includes Joker's favorite gal, Harley Quinn.

March 31, 2020

‘1917’ 4K Ultra HD review

Director Sam Mendes' harrowing tale of a World War I mission moves from its critically acclaimed theatrical run to ultra-high definition equipped home entertainment centers.

March 25, 2020

Blu-ray movie reviews: ‘Dark Waters’ and ‘Richard Jewell’

Here's a look at a pair of films -- "Dark Waters" and "Richard Jewell" --now available in the Blu-ray format offering radically different perspectives on news organizations serving its audiences.

March 23, 2020

4K Ultra HD reviews: ‘Spies in Disguise’ and ‘Charlie’s Angels’

Here's a look at a pair of spy thrillers -- "Spies in Disguise" and "Charlie's Angels" -- available in the ultra-high definition format.

March 18, 2020

Blu-ray TV reviews: ‘Titans’ and ‘The Twilight Zone’

Here's a look at a pair of streaming shows -- "Titans: The Complete Second Season" and "The Twilight Zone: Season One" -- now available on the Blu-ray format.

March 12, 2020

‘Knives Out’ 4K Ultra HD review

Filmmaker Rian Johnson's fun murder mystery from late last year arrives to home theaters on ultra-high definition to enthrall Agatha Christie fans.

March 11, 2020

‘Frozen II: Ultimate Collector’s Edition’ 4K Ultra HD review

A billion-dollar blockbuster sequel starring a pair of Disney princesses arrives in magical ultra-high definition.

February 29, 2020

Zadzooks: Mystery Machine and Scooby-Doo (Playmobil) review

German toymaker Playmobil exposes children to another legendary pop culture universe with its collection of Scooby-Doo playsets and figures.

February 27, 2020

‘Jojo Rabbit’ 4K Ultra HD review

Master cinema satirist Taika Waititi hilariously skewers the Third Reich in a World War II, Academy Award-winning black comedy that debuts on ultra-high definition.

February 25, 2020

‘Ford v Ferrari: Ultimate Collector’s Edition’ 4K Ultra HD review

The multiple Academy Award-winning film about a testy racing rivalry between two legendary car companies roars onto ultra-high definition.

February 20, 2020

‘Midway’ 4K Ultra HD review

Director Roland Emmerich's ambitious World War II biographical drama took a hit at the box office but explodes on ultra-high definition for home theater viewers to witness arguably the most important naval battle in American history.

February 18, 2020

‘Doctor Sleep’ 4K Ultra HD review

Director Mike Flanagan, creator of "The Haunting of Hill House," offers a supernatural-tinged adaptation of author Stephen King's sequel to "The Shining," which arrives as an extended as well as ultra-high definition version for home theater owners.

February 12, 2020

Blu-ray TV reviews: ‘Veep,’ “Swamp Thing” and ‘My Life is Murder’

Here's a look at a trio of great televised or streamed shows -- "Veep: The Final Season," "Swamp Thing: The Complete Series" and "My Life is Murder: Series 1" now available on the Blu-ray format.

February 11, 2020

Blu-ray reviews: ‘Parasite’ and ‘Last Christmas’

Here's a look at a pair of movies -- "Parasite" and "Last Christmas" -- recently released on the Blu-ray format.

February 5, 2020

‘Terminator: Dark Fate’ 4K Ultra HD review

A once popular sci-fi franchise went back to its roots much to the indifference of film audiences but looks for help to return to greatness through the ultra-high definition format.

February 1, 2020

‘Zombieland: Double Tap’ 4K Ultra HD review

The continuation of one of the premiere undead apocalypse comedies arrived to a lukewarm response in theaters but now looks for fresh victims to impress in its home theater 4K ultra-high definition debut.

January 30, 2020

Blu-ray reviews: ‘The Addams Family’ and ‘Motherless Brooklyn’

Here's a look at a pair of home theater screen-filling films -- "The Addams Family" and "Motherless Brooklyn" -- available in the Blu-ray format.

January 23, 2020

‘Gemini Man’ 4K Ultra HD review

Director Ang Lee's visually advanced sci-fi thriller failed to impress critics or audiences but looks to sparkle in the ultra-high definition format.

January 16, 2020

‘Maleficent: Mistress of Evil, Ultimate Collector’s Edition’ 4K Ultra HD review

One of Disney's fiercest and, apparently most misunderstood villains, continued her complex cinematic origin story last year that now arrives on ultra-high definition for home theater audiences.

January 14, 2020