No Retreat, No Surrender The Rest 3 Classic Films by Claude Chabrol Toss is a fun ’80s score, a wise-cracking, break-dancing sidekick, and a strong message about not being a pussy and you have a fantastic piece of entertainment.
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Does this mean the kid is schizophrenic? Probably, but his mental illness only makes the movie that much more enjoyable.
The dialogue is wonderfully cheesy, the fights are often impressive, and the spirit of Lee really does appear to train our hero into becoming a great fighter. Jean-Claude Van Damme has a small role as a fearsome heavy, but the joy here ‐ and oh my do I mean joy ‐ is everywhere in this Karate Kid ripoff. Why see it? I’m ashamed to say that I’ve somehow missed this absolute gem over the decades, but now that I’ve seen it I don’t ever want to stop watching it. What is it? A young man moves to Seattle with his father where he’s forced to stand up for what’s right and does so with the ghost of Bruce Lee in his corner. Manchester By The Sea No Retreat No Surrender If you’re a movie crier prepare to be drenched.
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Ideas of grief, family, and responsibility are intertwined here in smartly engrossing ways, and the film’s two hour plus running time disappears in the process. He’s helped by some terrific performances, namely from Casey Affleck and Michelle Williams, with the former in particular offering something of a revelation. Why see it? Kenneth Lonergan’s latest film is also his best and most-assured, and it manages to deliver scenes of levity and humanity alongside sequences of intense and immense sadness. What is it? A man still grieving his own loss is forced by circumstance into taking care of his teenage nephew. It’s a terrific action picture saddled with some unfortunate setup. The knives were out for it from some corners due to Mel Gibson’s presence in the director’s chair, but if you’ve enjoyed his past directorial efforts ‐ most of which are focused on the suffering of man ‐ then you’ll be equally thrilled here. There’s a slight cheesiness to some of the pre-war dialogue, but once he enters training and the battle itself the film finds its footing and delivers a harrowing, exciting, and frequently bloody experience. Why see it? Andrew Garfield does good work here as a young man whose religious beliefs prevent him from harming another but don’t discourage his desire to help serve during the war. What is it? A pacifist in World War II saves the lives of dozens of men without ever firing a gun. Kino’s new Blu uses a recently restored picture for the film. This is a legitimately thrilling film that blends action big and small into a solidly entertaining, endlessly impressive early ’30s adventure. Its pre-code status means the lead lady gets to gallivant in her underwear ‐ every time she enters the water she ends up in her underwear ‐ and it leads to some disturbing setups. It opens as a disaster picture with scenes of major destruction to cityscapes and then shifts into a post-apocalyptic adventure featuring individual survivors, small communities, and a roving band of men doing grisly things to women. Why see it? This 1933 epic is an absolute wonder for the time. What is it? An earthquake causes world-ending tsunamis that wipe out most of the life on earth, and a handful of survivors struggle among themselves. Psychomania (2-Disc Special Edition) The Best Deluge Arrow’s special features mix the old and new, and while some of it feels repetitive there are still plenty of fun tidbits to be found for fans of film production. The film also features a wonderfully propulsive and eclectic score that I’m dying to find on vinyl. There’s an understated horror element here in favor of action and counter-culture antics, but that doesn’t mean they’re above driving over a baby carriage when the opportunity arises. It never descends into zombie mayhem like the cover art teases, but its stylized thrills still bring the goods with some fantastic stunt work, character drama, and unabashed acts of evil. Why buy it? This early ’70s flick is a delightfully odd little thriller that blends the vibe of UK chillers with the motorcycle thrills of an American picture into a fun and unique experience. What is it? A biker gang called The Living Dead discover their name may have been prophetic. Welcome to this week in home video! Click the title to buy a Blu-ray/DVD from Amazon and help support FSR in the process! Pick of the Week Psychomania This Week in Home Video ‘Psychomania’ Brings a Stylish, Baby-Killing Biker Gang Back from the Dead Plus 11 more new releases to watch at home this week on Blu-ray/DVD.