Tradition, self-expression square off in ‘Jimmy’s Hall’
By Bob Bloom “Jimmy’s Hall” examines the conflict when free speech butts up against entrenched and traditional values and precepts. The movie, directed by the […]
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I am the former movie critic and Blu-ray/DVD reviewer at the Journal & Courier in Lafayette, Ind. Prior to that, I wrote movie reviews for The Dispatch in Columbus, Ohio, and The Sun in Springfield, Ohio. I am a film collector, who enjoys serials, B-Westerns, classic horror films as well as contemporary features.
‘Meru’ celebrates men who battled nature and won
By Bob Bloom “Meru” is your classic man vs. nature documentary. A true story dealing with courage, determination, perseverance and stubbornness, the film centers on […]
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GIVEAWAY: Win a Blu-ray of ‘Love & Mercy’
Are you a fan of the Beach Boys? I have two Blu-rays of the Brian Wilson biopic, “Love & Mercy” to give away. It is […]
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New to View: ‘Fury Road’ retains its thrills for home theaters
By Bob Bloom The following Blu-rays and DVDs are being released on Tuesday, Sept. 1: Mad Max: Fury Road (Blu-ray + DVD + Ultraviolet) Details: […]
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