Joseph Szadkowski
Articles by Joseph Szadkowski
Blu-ray reviews: ‘Daphne & Velma’ and Annihilation’
Two recently released films on Blu-ray -- "Daphne & Velma" and "Annihilation" -- offer a touch of science and plenty of girl power. Published May 30, 2018
Zadzooks: Kessel Run Millennium Falcon and ‘Solo: A Star Wars Story’ toys review
A review of Hasbro's Kessel Run Millennium Falcon, Corellia Qi'ra and Mighty Muggs Lando Calrissian, Jakks Pacific's Mudtrooper and Funko's Pop! Chewbacca. Published May 23, 2018
‘Red Sparrow’ 4K Ultra HD review
The Jennifer Lawrence-fueled, international espionage thriller arrives in the ultra-high definition format. Published May 21, 2018
TV on DVD: ‘Rick and Morty: Season 3’ and ‘Genius’ reviews
Here's a look at a couple of TV shows -- 'Rick and Morty: Season 3' and 'Genius' -- starring eccentric scientists and now available in the DVD format. Published May 18, 2018
Zadzooks: “Solo: A Star Wars Story” Lando Calrissian figure review
Hasbro adds to an already voluminous collection of Black Series, 6-inch-tall action figures devoted to George Lucas' space fantasy with its new group spotlighting the release of "Solo: A Star Wars Story." Published May 16, 2018
‘Black Panther: Cinematic Universe Edition’ 4K UHD review
The live-action exploits of Wakanda's greatest superhero moves from its mega-blockbuster run in theaters to the ultra high-definition format. Published May 15, 2018
Zadzooks: “Solo: A Star Wars Story” Kessel Run Millennium Falcon Lego review
Lego celebrates the release of Disney and Lucasfilm's impending blockbuster "Solo: A Star Wars Story" with a new buildable version of the Millennium Falcon. Published May 10, 2018
Zadzooks: Chewbacca Electronic Mask and ‘Solo: A Star Wars Story’ toys review
A review of Hasbro's Chewbacca Electronic Mask, Bladebuilders Force Master Lightsaber and the Han Solo Card Game. Published May 9, 2018
‘Maze Runner: The Death Cure’ 4K Ultra HD review
Director Wes Ball's adaption of author T.S. Nowlin's third novel of the "Maze Runner" series arrives in the ultra-high definition format. Published May 3, 2018
Blu-ray reviews: ‘12 Strong’ and ‘The Post’
Two movies based on true stories about the complexities of war -- "12 Strong" and "The Post" -- are on the Blu-ray format. Published April 25, 2018
‘God of War’ review: Papa Kratos learns parenting not for faint-hearted
The Greek god-slayer moves to the Nordic realms to battle a new set of deities and deal with the scariest entity of all, his young son, in the latest third person adventure starring the Ghost of Sparta. Published April 19, 2018
Blu-ray reviews: ‘The Sandlot’ and ‘Up in Smoke’
Here's a pair of classic films -- The Sandlot: 25th Anniversary Edition" and "Up in Smoke: 40th Anniversary Edition" -- recently released in the Blu-ray format. Published April 12, 2018
‘The Greatest Showman’ 4K UHD review
Michael Gracey's 2017 musical blockbuster starring Hugh Jackman as P.T. Barnum dances to home theaters with a rousing ultra-high definition transfer Published April 9, 2018
Zadzooks: ‘Far Cry 5’ review (PS4)
Gamers looking for a guerilla-style fight to reclaim part of America can battle within a realistically crafted and massive landscape in the latest installment of Ubisoft's first-person shooter. Published April 6, 2018
Blu-ray reviews: ‘The Robot Chicken Walking Dead Special’ & ‘Lego DC Comics Super Heroes: The Flash’
Here's a look at a few animated laugh-fests -- "The Robot Chicken Walking Dead Special" and "Lego DC Comics Super Heroes: The Flash" -- now available in the high definition format. Published March 29, 2018
Blu-ray & DVD TV reviews: ‘The Good Fight: Season One’ and ‘The Handmaid’s Tale: Season One’
Here's a look at a few adult-themed, cable-television series -- "The Good Fight: Season One" and "The Handmaid's Tale: Season One" -- now available in digital disc formats. Published March 28, 2018
‘Star Wars: Episode VIII — The Last Jedi, Ultimate Collector’s Edition’ 4K Ultra HD review
Another billion-dollar blockbuster chronicling George Lucas' galaxy far, far away moves from movie to home theaters to unleash a nearly perfect ultra-high definition experience for devoted fans. Published March 26, 2018
‘The Dark Crystal: Anniversary Edition’ 4K Ultra HD review
A truly epic, 1980s fantasy adventure from master puppeteers Jim Henson and Frank Oz returns for fans to celebrate through a newly digitally restored, ultra-high definition edition. Published March 21, 2018
‘The Shape of Water’ 4K Ultra HD review
Guillermo del Toro's mature fairytale debuts in ultra-high definition to give movie lovers a chance to relive his Academy Award-winning masterpiece. Published March 20, 2018
‘Justice League’ 4K UHD review: Visual upgrade can’t save predictable story
I have waited a lifetime for a great live-action movie starring DC Comics' mightiest team of heroes including Batman, Wonder Woman and Aquaman. My wait continues. Published March 14, 2018
