Joseph Szadkowski
Articles by Joseph Szadkowski
‘Jumanji: The Next Level’ 4K Ultra HD review
The sequel to the 2017 hit movie that updated the Robin Williams-fueled classic about a board game that comes to life arrives in ultra-high definition for home theater families and packed with extras. Published April 8, 2020
‘Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker - Ultimate Collector’s Edition’ 4K Ultra HD review
The billion-dollar blockbuster that concluded the Skywalker saga debuts on ultra-high definition loaded with visual might but lacking in story satisfaction. Published April 1, 2020
Zadzooks: Harley Quinn review (Spin Master)
Spin Master debuts its version of the Dark Knight and Justice League universes with a new line of 4-inch and 12-inch-tall, multi-articulated action figures that includes Joker's favorite gal, Harley Quinn. Published March 31, 2020
‘1917’ 4K Ultra HD review
Director Sam Mendes' harrowing tale of a World War I mission moves from its critically acclaimed theatrical run to ultra-high definition equipped home entertainment centers. Published March 25, 2020
Blu-ray movie reviews: ‘Dark Waters’ and ‘Richard Jewell’
Here's a look at a pair of films -- "Dark Waters" and "Richard Jewell" --now available in the Blu-ray format offering radically different perspectives on news organizations serving its audiences. Published March 23, 2020
4K Ultra HD reviews: ‘Spies in Disguise’ and ‘Charlie’s Angels’
Here's a look at a pair of spy thrillers -- "Spies in Disguise" and "Charlie's Angels" -- available in the ultra-high definition format. Published March 18, 2020
Blu-ray TV reviews: ‘Titans’ and ‘The Twilight Zone’
Here's a look at a pair of streaming shows -- "Titans: The Complete Second Season" and "The Twilight Zone: Season One" -- now available on the Blu-ray format. Published March 12, 2020
‘Knives Out’ 4K Ultra HD review
Filmmaker Rian Johnson's fun murder mystery from late last year arrives to home theaters on ultra-high definition to enthrall Agatha Christie fans. Published March 11, 2020
‘Frozen II: Ultimate Collector’s Edition’ 4K Ultra HD review
A billion-dollar blockbuster sequel starring a pair of Disney princesses arrives in magical ultra-high definition. Published February 29, 2020
Zadzooks: Mystery Machine and Scooby-Doo (Playmobil) review
German toymaker Playmobil exposes children to another legendary pop culture universe with its collection of Scooby-Doo playsets and figures. Published February 27, 2020
‘Jojo Rabbit’ 4K Ultra HD review
Master cinema satirist Taika Waititi hilariously skewers the Third Reich in a World War II, Academy Award-winning black comedy that debuts on ultra-high definition. Published February 25, 2020
‘Ford v Ferrari: Ultimate Collector’s Edition’ 4K Ultra HD review
The multiple Academy Award-winning film about a testy racing rivalry between two legendary car companies roars onto ultra-high definition. Published February 20, 2020
‘Midway’ 4K Ultra HD review
Director Roland Emmerich's ambitious World War II biographical drama took a hit at the box office but explodes on ultra-high definition for home theater viewers to witness arguably the most important naval battle in American history. Published February 18, 2020
‘Doctor Sleep’ 4K Ultra HD review
Director Mike Flanagan, creator of "The Haunting of Hill House," offers a supernatural-tinged adaptation of author Stephen King's sequel to "The Shining," which arrives as an extended as well as ultra-high definition version for home theater owners. Published February 12, 2020
Blu-ray TV reviews: ‘Veep,’ “Swamp Thing” and ‘My Life is Murder’
Here's a look at a trio of great televised or streamed shows -- "Veep: The Final Season," "Swamp Thing: The Complete Series" and "My Life is Murder: Series 1" now available on the Blu-ray format. Published February 11, 2020
Blu-ray reviews: ‘Parasite’ and ‘Last Christmas’
Here's a look at a pair of movies -- "Parasite" and "Last Christmas" -- recently released on the Blu-ray format. Published February 5, 2020
‘Terminator: Dark Fate’ 4K Ultra HD review
A once popular sci-fi franchise went back to its roots much to the indifference of film audiences but looks for help to return to greatness through the ultra-high definition format. Published February 1, 2020
‘Zombieland: Double Tap’ 4K Ultra HD review
The continuation of one of the premiere undead apocalypse comedies arrived to a lukewarm response in theaters but now looks for fresh victims to impress in its home theater 4K ultra-high definition debut. Published January 30, 2020
Blu-ray reviews: ‘The Addams Family’ and ‘Motherless Brooklyn’
Here's a look at a pair of home theater screen-filling films -- "The Addams Family" and "Motherless Brooklyn" -- available in the Blu-ray format. Published January 23, 2020
‘Gemini Man’ 4K Ultra HD review
Director Ang Lee's visually advanced sci-fi thriller failed to impress critics or audiences but looks to sparkle in the ultra-high definition format. Published January 16, 2020