Entries from November 2009

November 25, 2009

Video Verdict: ‘Funny People,’ ‘Angels & Demons,’ ‘Four Christmases,’ ‘Shorts’

This week’s DVD releases cover a lot of territory. They include a family film from the director of “Spy Kids,” a holiday comedy starring Vince Vaughn and Reese Witherspoon, an Adam Sandler feature helmed by writer-director Judd Apatow and a big-budget thriller starring Tom Hanks.

November 17, 2009

Video Verdict: ‘Star Trek,’ ‘Bruno,’ ‘My Sister’s Keeper,’ ‘Wild Child’

This week’s DVD releases include a star-studded tearjerker, a traditional teen comedy, a controversial adult comedy and one of the most enjoyable adventure films of the year.

November 10, 2009

Video Verdict: ‘Up,’ ‘Spread’

This week’s DVD releases include a stunning animated feature from Disney/Pixar and an intriguing Ashton Kutcher drama that earns its R rating.

November 2, 2009

Video Verdict: ‘Taking of Pelham 1 2 3,’ ‘I Love You, Beth Cooper,’ ‘Aliens in the Attic,’ ‘Food, Inc.’

This week’s DVD releases range from a Denzel Washington thriller to a documentary film that may forever change the way you think about food.