Brick [4K UHD, KL Studio Classics]
What’s it? A highschool noir.
Why see it? It feels considerably diminishing to label this merely as a highschool noir, however that units a reliable vibe going in for a movie that quickly blossoms into one thing much more. Joseph Gordon-Levitt is a teen a bit wiser than his years, who can’t transfer on after the demise of a pal. Author/director Rian Johnson fills the movie with shady, bizarre, and welcome characters alongside a thriller that doesn’t fairly go the place anticipated. Johnson has moved onto larger movies, however this stays one of his easiest with its masterful tackle loneliness, obsession, and indifference wrapped up in stunning ambiance. Kino’s new 4K might not be a revelation, however it’s nonetheless a noticeable improve at instances as the movie performs with shadows and menacing stillness.
[Extras: New 4K scan, commentaries, deleted scenes, featurette]
The Finest
Cross Creek [KL Studio Classics]
What’s it? A lady finds her voice.
Why see it? Mary Steenburgen is a nationwide treasure, and as soon as upon a time, Hollywood used to offer her main roles. Right here she performs real-life author Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings, a lady drained of the constraints placed on her by late 20s society, who decides to go away all of it behind for a life in the backwoods of Florida. It’s there the place she finds surprise, friendship, inspiration, and extra. It’s a candy, partaking movie, anchored by a terrific lead efficiency. Add in Peter Coyote, Rip Torn, and a few stunning landscapes, and you’ve got a movie you’ll need to revisit and share with household.
[Extras: Featurette, commentary]
The Relaxation
Captain Planet and the Planeteers: The Full Franchise
What’s it? Goody goodies unite!
Why see it? I child, Captain Planet, I child. But in addition I don’t. The character is an interplanetary being who will be summoned by 5 children making an attempt to maintain the Earth clear, and the thought is that children watching will find out about the risks of air pollution and such, after which exit and do the proper factor. We get unhealthy guys who must be taught a lesson about mistreating Mom Nature, and a handful of acquainted voices visitor star together with Meg Ryan, Martin Sheen, and extra. It’s finally as light-weight and formulaic as most youngsters’ cartoons, however it comes with a facet of preachy that typically interrupts the enjoyable. This set consists of each the authentic cartoon and The New Adventures of Captain Planet.
[Extras: None]
Cowboys & Aliens [4K UHD, KL Studio Classics]
What’s it? A western with aliens!
Why see it? Jon Favreau’s bold adaptation of a standard comedian is a higher time than you’re most likely remembering, even when it nonetheless doesn’t attain the stage of all that nice. That mentioned, it’s exhausting to not have some enjoyable right here as Daniel Craig and Harrison Ford saddle up for a style mash bringing six-shooters and horses up towards alien tech. The distinction is a enjoyable time, and the supporting forged helps too with nice faces like Walton Goggins, Keith Carradine, Clancy Brown, Paul Dano, Sam Rockwell, and extra. It arguably overstays its welcome a bit, the prolonged model extra so, however you’ll be able to’t knock the intentions and the minor thrills.
[Extras: New 4K scan, commentary, interviews, featurette, theatrical and extended cuts]
Garbo Talks [KL Studio Classics]
What’s it? A dying lady has one factor left on her to-do checklist.
Why see it? The nice Sidney Lumet directs this dramatic comedy, and whereas I’m not satisfied it’s materials that fits his explicit abilities, the outcome remains to be an attractive look the issues we prioritize in our lives and households. Anne Bancroft headlines alongside Ron Silver, Carrie Fisher, and Catherine Hicks, and everyone seems to be doing good work. There are minor laughs and a few candy moments, however the buildup doesn’t get the payoff you’re hoping for. It’s partially by design, however that doesn’t make it any higher.
[Extras: Commentary]
Additionally out this week:
Babylon Berlin: Season 4, The Boy in the Woods, Demon Pond [4K UHD, Criterion], A Nightmare on Elm Avenue [4K UHD], The Summer season With Carmen, Thanksgiving [4K UHD], To Catch a Thief [4K UHD]