Brother John

Brother John Review

Brother John is a fascinating example of the social-issue cinema that flourished in the early 1970s. This subtly engrossing drama posits the second coming of Christ as an Alabama-born black man named John Kane (Sidney Poitier)--a prodigal son, savior, and quiet peacemaker who can still kick ass when he needs to. Screenwriter Ernest Kinoy's clever strategy is to embrace near-total ambiguity, injecting just a hint of divinity into Kane's personal belongings. Director James Goldstone (a veteran, along with cinematographer Gerry Finnerman, of TV's original Star Trek) maintains a crucial balance of faith and uncertainty that inspires one of Poitier's most underrated performances; at times he really seems to be carrying the burdens of humankind in his weary, compassionate heart. Is he God, bidding farewell on the verge of doomsday? Only the doctor who birthed him (Will Geer, at his best) surmises the truth. A fine score by Quincy Jones with then-trendy harmonica soloist Toots Thielemans makes this a '70s gem to savor. --Jeff Shannon

The Chemical Brothers: Don't Think [Blu-ray/CD]

The Chemical Brothers: Don't Think [Blu-ray/CD] Review

Blu-Ray pressing includes bonus CD. 2012 release from the Grammy-winning British Electronic duo. With Don't Think , The Chemical Brothers bring their mind-bendingly psychedelic live show to the big screen for the first time, and in grand style. A state of art spectacle shot at Japan s Fujirock Festival in front of 50,000 ravenous fans, Don't Think combines the Chemical Brothers famously ferocious modern electronic sounds and hardcore dance beats with eye-popping visuals. Directed by their longtime visual collaborator Adam Smith, and shot on 20 cameras, Don't Think is the first concert film to feature Dolby 7:1 surround sound, mixed for the screen by the band, and includes 2 new Chemical Brothers tracks. Don't think, let it flow, surrender to the void.

Four Brothers (Widescreen Special Collector's Edition)

Four Brothers (Widescreen Special Collector's Edition) Review

Four adopted brothers come together to bury the woman who raised them. At the funeral, the brothers discover that their mother was murdered, and they look to seek revenge.

Brothers at War

Brothers at War Review

An intimate portrait of modern heroism and the importance of family during turbulent times, Brothers at War tells the story of Jake Rademacher as he sets out to understand the experience, sacrifice, and motivation of his two brothers serving in Iraq. The film follows Jake's exploits as he risks everything - including his life - to tell his brothers' story and document the courage and integrity of the American soldier.

The Coen Brothers Movie Collection (Fargo / Miller's Crossing / Barton Fink / Raising Arizona / Blood Simple)

The Coen Brothers Movie Collection (Fargo / Miller's Crossing / Barton Fink / Raising Arizona / Blood Simple) Review

The Coen Brothers Movie Collection (Fargo / Miller's Crossing / Barton Fink / Raising Arizona / Blood Simple) Feature

• Fargo - Languages English and French, Subtitles English, French, Spanish
• Raising Arizona - Languages English and French, Subtitles English, Spanish
• Miller's Crossing - Languages English, Spanish, French; Subtitles English, Spanish
• Blood Simple - Language English, Subtitles English, Spanish, French
• Barton Fink - Languages English, Spanish, French; Subtitles English, Spanish

Disc 1: Barton Fink WS Disc 2: Blood Simple WS Disc 3: Fargo WS Disc 4: Miller's Crossing WS Disc 5: Raising Arizona WS

Brother Bear (Two-Disc Special Edition)

Brother Bear (Two-Disc Special Edition) Review

Brother Bear (Two-Disc Special Edition) Feature

• Condition: New
• Format: DVD
• Anamorphic; Color; Dolby; DTS Surround Sound; DVD; Special Edition; Widescreen; NTSC

Brother Bear has a dramatic story--after he kills a bear, a young hunter named Kenai (voiced by Joaquin Phoenix, Gladiator) in prehistoric North America is turned into a bear himself and hunted by his own brother--but the animated movie's tone is more earnest and warm than tragic, focusing on the unfolding relationship between Kenai and an orphaned bear cub named Koda (voiced by Jeremy Suarez). However, it's often the comic supporting characters who prove the most popular, and a pair of moose voiced by Rick Moranis and Doug Thomas in their McKenzie brothers/Canadian dude mode (from SCTV and the movie Strange Brew) will win many fans. The songs by Phil Collins are typically negligible, but the hand-drawn animation is lush (occasional flashes of computer-generated animation clash with the movie's overall look). Kids will also enjoy the mammoths; no sabre-toothed tigers, unfortunately. --Bret Fetzer Disney proudly presents BROTHER BEAR, an epic animated adventure full of comedy and heart. With five great new songs from Academy Award winner Phil Collins (1999 Best Original Song, "You'll Be In My Heart," from TARZAN(R)), it's "pure Disney magic from beginning to end!" raves Clay Smith of Access Hollywood. When an impulsive boy named Kenai is magically transformed into a bear, he must literally walk in another's footsteps until he learns some valuable life lessons. His courageous and often zany journey introduces him to a forest full of wildlife, including the lovable bear cub Koda, hilarious moose Rutt and Tuke, woolly mammoths, rambunctious rams, and more! BROTHER BEAR is "a charming, enchanting story for kids of all ages!" ( Larry King, CNN)

The Allman Brothers Band: Live at the Beacon Theatre

The Allman Brothers Band: Live at the Beacon Theatre Review

Out of print in the U.S. PAL/Region 0. Two DVD set. Rock legends The Allman Brothers Band perform live at New York City's Beacon Theatre in this two disc, three hour set of old and new material. The band have a yearly residency at the Beacon, taking to the stage every March to deliver their heartwarming tunes, and now this mammoth event has finally been captured for posterity. Tracks include "Melissa," "Whipping Post," "Midnight Rider," and many more. Sanctuary.