Posts From Mark Pacis
Spies in Disguise – Blu-ray Review
Spies in Disguise isn’t the best-animated film but it’s still a light-hearted and entertaining film. A lot of the jokes are stupid but they’re still super hilarious thanks to an
Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker – 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Review
When I originally reviewed the film in December, I initially gave it a great review. Upon a secondary viewing, my thoughts on the film have changed slightly. The final chapter
Jumanji: The Next Level – Blu-ray Review
The filmmakers behind Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle could’ve easily rehashed the same concept for its sequel Jumanji: The Next Level (see: The Hangover). Luckily, The Next Level tries to
The Climb Review
When it comes to buddy comedies, you don’t necessarily think of dramedies. You might think of slapstick comedies like Dumb and Dumber or action-comedies like Lethal Weapon. But The Climb
1917 – 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Review
When I originally reviewed the film back in November, I gave 1917 a glowing review. After several viewings, my thoughts on the film stayed the same. That’s because 1917 is
Knives Out – 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Review
When I originally reviewed the film in October, I initially gave it a great review. Upon multiple viewings, my thoughts on the film have changed for the better. Despite what
Bombshell – Blu-ray Review
When I reviewed the film in December, I initially gave it a great review. Upon a secondary viewing, my thoughts on the film have changed. Bombshell had all the ingredients
A Quiet Place – 4K Ultra HD Mondo x Steelbook Blu-ray Review
Who knew that being a comedic actor would make you into an effective director of the horror genre? Well, if you’re Jordan Peele and John Krasinski then you proved that
The Ten Commandments (1923 & 1956) – Blu-ray DigiBook Review
The Ten Commandments (1923) Silent films—especially ones made in the early 20th-century—are difficult films to watch for modern audiences. The off-putting eye makeup, the grand gestures, and jittery frame rates
Burden Review
It’s 2020 and people are still living in a world where racism is openly spouted on a (sadly) daily basis. We shouldn’t be making films that highlight the racism in
Daily and stage lineups revealed for Beyond Wonderland 2020
Last month, we got our first look at the stacked lineup for Beyond Wonderland 2020. Now, with Beyond Wonderland less than a month away, Insomniac revealed not only the daily
Insomniac reveals the highly anticipated lineup for EDC Las Vegas 2020
Insomniac’s Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) is one of the biggest EDM festivals in the US. So it’s no surprise that the lineup reveals for the festival is always a big
Onward Review
Pixar’s films have always tapped into the emotional side of audiences all over the world. Whether it’s making people feel for inanimate toys or making audiences cry in just 15
Frozen II – 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Review
When I originally reviewed the film in November, I initially gave it a lukewarm review. Upon a secondary viewing, my thoughts relatively remain the same. You might not expect it
Ford v Ferrari – Blu-ray Review
Although the film’s title just screams racing film, it’s not just about the cars. Ford v Ferrari is a fantastic film about friendship and overcoming the odds. The film’s “David
Jojo Rabbit – Blu-ray Review
The subject matter for Jojo Rabbit is a very delicate one. Creating a satire that pokes fun of Nazis can either genius or tone-deaf. But Taika can balance the outrageous
Shutter Island – 4K Ultra HD Steelbook Blu-ray Review
Shutter Island is one of those rare mystery thrillers that are still rewatchable after several viewings. When you first watch it, you’ll get a sense of the multi-layered mystery surrounding
Birds of Prey (And the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn) Review
The DC Extended Universe got off to a rocky start with a bunch of lackluster films. One of those films was Suicide Squad, a film that’s was critically panned but it also gave
Parasite – Blu-ray Review
When I reviewed Parasite in October, I called it an “absolute masterpiece.” Upon multiple viewings, my thoughts have not changed at all. It’s a film that’s hard to describe, and
Playing With Fire – Blu-ray Review
When I reviewed Playing With Fire back in November, I called it a film that’s “fun for the whole family.” Upon a second viewing, my thoughts on the film haven’t
