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Joseph Szadkowski

Joseph Szadkowski

A graduate of Northwestern University with a degree in communications, Joseph Szadkowski has written about popular culture for The Washington Times for the past 30 years. He covers video games, comic books, new media and technology. 

 

Articles by Joseph Szadkowski

Rick Sanchez ponders life in the classic episode "The Old Man and the Seat," part of Rick and Morty: Season 4, now available in Blu-ray from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment.

‘Rick and Morty: Season 4’ Blu-ray review

The latest season of Justin Roiland and Dan Harmon's sardonically sophomoric animated takes on man's place in the universe arrives on the Blu-ray format. Published September 21, 2020

The Hulk smashes robotic A.I.M. minions in the video game Marvel's Avengers. (Courtesy Square Enix)

Zadzooks video game review: ‘Marvel’s Avengers’ (PS4)

After their triumph at the box office in a string of popular super movies tied to Marvel's Cinematic Universe, Earth's Mightiest Heroes return to video game realms to shine in a third-person adventure. Published September 16, 2020

The latest DC Comics' superhero-themed television shows on the CW network now on the Blu-ray format courtesy of Warner Bros. Home Entertainment include "The Flash: The Complete Third Season," "Supergirl: The Complete Fifth Season" and "Batwoman: The Complete First Season."

Blu-ray TV reviews: ‘The Flash,’ ‘Supergirl’ and ‘Batwoman’

Here's a look at some of the latest DC Comics' superhero-themed television shows on the CW network -- "The Flash: The Complete Third Season," "Supergirl: The Complete Fifth Season" and "Batwoman: The Complete First Season" -- now binge ready in the Blu-ray format courtesy of Warner Bros. Home Entertainment. Published September 2, 2020

The legendary Captain Caveman appears in "Scoob!," now available on 4K Ultra HD from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment.

‘Scoob!’ 4K Ultra HD review

The legendary Mystery Inc. gang debuts in the ultra-high definition format for home theaters audiences to enjoy their latest animated adventure. Published July 28, 2020

Bruce Lee in "Enter the Dragon" and part of "Bruce Lee: His Greatest Hits," now available in Blu-ray from the Criterion Collection.

‘Bruce Lee: His Greatest Hits’ Blu-ray review

Criterion Collection's high definition celebration of the myth and magic of one of cinema's most famous martial artists offers a set of his most memorable movies including "The Big Boss," "The Way of the Dragon" and "Enter the Dragon." Published July 17, 2020

The Justice League teams up with Shazam to stop Mister Mind in "Lego DC: Shazam: Magic and Monsters," now available in Blu-ray from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment.

‘Lego DC: Shazam: Magic and Monsters’ Blu-ray movie review

The Lego-ized world of DC Comics welcomes the mighty Shazam and his alter ego, 10-year-old orphan Billy Batson to its fold in an origin tale that weaves an irresistible mix of familiar heroes and villains into an action-packed and humorous story about teamwork and trust. Published June 23, 2020

Last-minute 4K movie gift ideas for dad include "Jaws: 45th Anniversary Edition," "The Deer Hunter: Collector's Edition," "War of the Worlds: 15th Anniversary Edition" and "D-Day Normandy: 75th Anniversary Edition." Background image: John Krasinski in "A Quiet Place"

Father’s Day Gift Guide: Best 4K UHD movies

"Gladiator," "Jaws: 45th Anniversary Edition," "The Deer Hunter: Collector's Edition," "A Quiet Place," "War of the Worlds: 15th Anniversary Edition" and "D-Day Normandy: 75th Anniversary Edition" are some last-minute movie gift ideas for dads. Published June 18, 2020

Last-minute Blu-ray and DVD TV gift ideas for dad include "30 Rock: The Complete Series," "Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: In Concert," "The Good Place: The Complete Series," "Veep: The Complete Series,” "Criminal Minds: The Complete Series" and "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt: The Complete Series." Background image: Ozzy Osbourne performs with Metallica at the 25th Anniversary Rock & Roll Hall of Fame concert at Madison Square Garden, Friday, Oct. 30, 2009 in New York. (Associated Press)

Father’s Day TV Gift Guide: DVD & Blu-ray ideas for dads

"Gunsmoke: The Complete Series," "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt: The Complete Series," "Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: In Concert," "The Good Place: The Complete Series," "Criminal Minds: The Complete Series," "30 Rock: The Complete Series," "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt: The Complete Series" and "Veep: The Complete Series" are some last-minute TV gift ideas for dads. Published June 17, 2020

Spectrum Brands' George Foreman Smokeless Grill, Remington's Virtually Indestructible Trimmer, Audeze' Mobius Headphones and Black & Decker's Vortex Coffeemaker are some Father's Day gift ideas. (Photograph by Joseph Szadkowski/The Washington Times)

Father’s Day Gift Guide: Best gadgets and tech ideas for dad

BioLite's Firepit, Audeze' Mobius Headphones, Spectrum Brands' George Foreman Smokeless Grill, Remington's Virtually Indestructible Trimmer, Black & Decker's Vortex Coffeemaker and KontrolFreak's Gaming Lights are some last-minute gift ideas. Published June 13, 2020

Jeremy Irons as Adrian Veidt, aka Ozymandias, in "Watchmen: An HBO Limited Series," now available on Blu-ray from Warner Bros. Home Video.

‘Watchmen: An HBO Limited Series’ Blu-ray review

HBO's episodic extension of writer Alan Moore's and artist Dave Gibbons' seminal mature superhero comic book mini-series from 1987 is now available on Blu-ray in a three-disc set. Published June 8, 2020

The story "Bad Wolf Down" is part of the second episode of "Creepshow: Season 1" and features actor Jeffrey Combs as a Nazi.

‘Creepshow: Season 1’ Blu-ray review

Paying homage to 1950s comic book series such as "Tales from the Crypt" as well as piggybacking off of the two 1980s "Creepshow" movies, a new anthology horror show is now available on the Blu-ray format in a three-disc set. Published June 3, 2020