Blu-ray Review: The Heat Dan Koelsch, October 15, 2013October 15, 2013 The buddy cop comedy The Heat has its home release today, where you can get it on Blu-ray, DVD, and Digital. For a full review of the movie itself, check out our writer Christopher’s take from when the movie was released in theaters. My opinion is pretty similar, so I’ll go over the Blu-ray itself after the break. The Heat stars Sandra Bullock as an uptight FBI who has to team up with a foul-mouthed Boston cop played by Melissa McCarthy. The theatrical cut is Rated R for good reason, but the unrated version on the Blu-ray pushes the boundaries even further. What struck me the most was how many extras were included. There are six separate gag reels (some of which are only one scene) that are all introduced by director Paul Feig, who is having a great time hamming it up for the cameria. There are also five different commentaries. I love the fact that there is a Mystery Science Theater 3000 commentary with Joel Hodgson, Trace Beaulieu, and J. Elvis Weinstein, since that is one of my favorite shows. There is also an option to turn on audio of the premiere screening so you can join along in all the cheers and laughs of the audience.As to be expected, there is also a “Making of” featurette, but there are two funny bits with Jessica Chaffin and Jamie Denbo as Gina and Beth, respectively. All together, this is an impressive release for a hilarious film. Reviews DVD ReviewThe Heat
Book Review: “Tales From Development Hell: The Greatest Movies Never Made?” By David Hughes February 28, 2012February 28, 2012I know what you’re thinking: A book review on MY MovieViral? Well, this is a special book. Tales From Development Hell: The Greatest Movies Never Made? tells the story of several Hollywood films that never got made and the complicated history of ones that did. After the break, read my… Read More
For Your Reconsideration: Paycheck (2003) August 1, 2013Do you always agree with the general populous when it comes to movies? Then our newest feature, For Your Reconsideration, may not be the right one for you. Twice a month, I will provide my own review to a poorly-reviewed movie that I actually like. Hopefully my reviews will inspire… Read More
“Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit” Review (Kevin’s Take) January 17, 2014January 18, 2014The very first Jack Ryan movie I saw was The Hunt For Red October. I didn’t know it at the time, but this would also be the best Jack Ryan movie. If Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit is looked at in a vacuum, it is a fairly serviceable action thriller. If… Read More