Posts From Mark Pacis
Judy – Blu-ray Review
In a time when biopics are all the rage (see Rocketman or Bohemian Rhapsody), Judy isn’t necessarily a full-on biopic. Instead, it focuses on two eras in her life. These
Gemini Man – 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Review
When I reviewed the movie back in October, I initially gave it a slightly favorable review. Upon a second viewing, my thoughts on the movie have changed. Gemini Man is
Maleficent: Mistress of Evil – 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Review
The first Maleficent wasn’t well-received critically but that didn’t deter Disney from creating a sequel. After all, the movie did make 758 million worldwide. Surprisingly, Maleficent: Mistress of Evil is
Beverly Hills Cop: 3 Movie Collection – Blu-ray Review
Beverly Hills Cop Before Beverly Hills Cop, a majority of cop movies were gritty and violent. Thanks to Beverly Hills Cop, we wouldn’t have the cop action-comedies that we know
Once Upon a Time in… Hollywood – Blu-ray Review
When I originally reviewed the film back in August, I gave it a mediocre review. Upon several viewings, my thoughts on the film have changed for the better. It should
Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Review
When Disney bought Lucasfilm back in 2012, many thought the studio would save the franchise from the clutches of George Lucas. After all, his continuing changes to the “Age of
Rambo: Last Blood – 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Review
When I reviewed the film back in September, I initially gave it an unfavorable review. Upon several viewings, my thoughts on the movie have changed for the worst. For brand
Ad Astra – 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Review
When I originally reviewed the movie in September, I originally gave it a slightly favorable review. However, upon multiple viewings, my thoughts on the film have changed. Ad Astra features a
Richard Jewell Review
The 1996 Centennial Park Bombing in Atlanta was a tragedy to the eyes of the world at the time. However, it could’ve been way, way worse if it weren’t for
Bombshell Review
Roger Ailes is a man that became one of the biggest figures in the news world by building Fox News into the juggernaut it is today. But thanks to the
Uncut Gems Review
Adam Sandler’s name has been put through the mud in recent years. Then again, a lot of that is self-inflicted with such movies as The Ridiculous 6, Hotel Transylvania 3,
Marriage Story Review
Love and marriage is a wonderful thing when it’s at its best. But it requires a lot of effort and work to maintain a happy marriage. Sometimes, it doesn’t work
Ready or Not – Blu-ray Review
Ready or Not is a film that seemingly came out of nowhere this year. But its unique and entertaining twist on the slasher genre made it a favorite among horror
The Irishman Review
No name has been synonymous with Italian gangster films than Martin Scorsese. With films such as Goodfella and Casino, Martin Scorsese has revolutionized the way we see mob films. However, it’s been
Hollywood Critics Association announces nominees for 3rd annual awards
The Los Angeles Online Film Critics Society is getting a name change. The LAOFCS will now be known as the Hollywood Critics Association. In addition to its name change announcement,
1917 Review
The gimmick of a one-shot film can be good or are bad. It works for small films like Hitchcock’s Rope and Inarritu’s Birdman. But 1917 isn’t a small film, it’s
Little Women Review
Louisa May Alcott’s “Little Women” has been read by millions for over a hundred years now. The story of Jo, Meg, Amy, and Beth has charmed readers for its love,
Frozen II Review
Disney’s Frozen became one of the biggest animated films of all-time. Not to mention, Idina Menzel’s “Let It Go” became a pop culture phenomenon and became a big hit for Disney—much
The Thing – Blu-ray Review
As we’ve learned from the Lord of the Rings and Star Wars prequels, they’re not the best in the world. Unfortunately, 2011’s The Thing is in the same group. The
White Snake Review
China is starting to become a major player in Hollywood. Although their film industry has been around for decades, the animation is still a relatively new thing in China. Chinese
