Joseph Szadkowski
Articles by Joseph Szadkowski
‘Logan’ review (4K UHD): Wolverine’s swan song claws at the heart
Director and writer James Mangold's final cinematic ode to Marvel Comics popular feral mutant moves to ultra high-definition to depress as well as dazzle home theater viewers. Published June 22, 2017
‘The Lego Batman Movie’ review (4K UHD)
Director Chris McKay's block-building and block-busting, computer-animated movie starring the not-so-Dark Knight arrives on home, ultra high-definition screens to thrill young superhero fans. Published June 21, 2017
‘John Wick: Chapter 2’ review (4K UHD): A bloody great retirement party
The anticipated return of a famed boogeyman assassin debuts on the ultra high-definition format to highlight every one of his 116 kills in an action-packed sequel starring Keanu Reeves. Published June 20, 2017
Wonder Woman: Lasso of Truth ride soars over Six Flags America
DC Comics' famed Amazonian princess, not only has a No. 1 live-action movie to celebrate but a new theme-park attraction at Six Flags America. Published June 16, 2017
CONCERT REVIEW: The B-52s and The Romantics party at Wolf Trap
The B52s stopped by Wolf Trap's Filene Center and caused a shimmy-and-shake outbreak among a sweaty but appreciative crowd Sunday night. Published June 13, 2017
Father’s Day Gift Guide: Best multimedia gadgets and tech toys
Nikon's D3400 DSLR camera, Crosley's Nomad turntable, Scuf Gaming's Impact controller and Hisense's 65-inch 4K UHD television are some last-minute gift ideas. Published June 11, 2017
Father’s Day Gift Guide: Blu-ray and DVD TV ideas for dads
"The Last Ship: The Complete Third Season," "Beavis and Butthead: The Complete Collection" and "The Good Wife: The Complete Original Series" are some last-minute TV gift ideas for dads. Published June 10, 2017
Father’s Day Gift Guide: Outdoor tech gadget ideas
The Uuni 3 pizza oven, Life-Beam's VI personal trainer earbuds, Zmodo' Greet video doorbell, Helen of Troy's Stinger bug zapper and Open 2's Hydra smart water bottle are some last-minute gift ideas. Published June 10, 2017
Father’s Day Gift Guide: Blu-ray and 4K UHD movies
"Unforgiven: 25th Anniversary Edition," "Saturday Night Fever: Director's Cut," "Heat: Director's Definitive Edition" and "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix" are some last-minute movie gift ideas for dads. Published June 9, 2017
Zadzooks: Ghostbusters’ Ecto-1 and Stay Puft Marshmallow Man review (Playmobil)
Playmobil dives into the licensed movie franchise arena with its debut of a "Ghostbusters" line of mini figures and playsets that includes the Ecto-1 and Stay Puft Marshmallow Man. Published June 6, 2017
4K UHD reviews: ‘Dredd’ and ‘xXx: Return of Xander Cage’
Two hard-core heroes -- Judges Dredd and Xander Cage -- deliver some heavy-duty action in recent movie releases available in the ultra high-definition format. Published June 3, 2017
‘The Great Wall’ review (4K UHD)
A monstrous fantasy film directed by Zhang Yimou and co-starring China's legendary wonder of the world gets a welcomed ultra high-definition release after its underwhelming theatrical performance earlier this year. Published June 2, 2017
Zadzooks: ‘Prey’ review - Sci-fi survival shooter shines
One scientist's harrowing quest to contain a lethal extraterrestrial species from consuming humanity plays out in Arkane Studios' latest role-playing, first-person extravaganza. Published May 27, 2017
Blu-ray review: ‘Donnie Darko: Limited Edition’
The definitive homage to director Richard Kelly's surreal, apocalyptic science-fiction drama from 2001 arrives in a four-disc set offering a fresh digital transfer to both its theatrical and director's cut versions and a crushing amount of extras. Published May 22, 2017
‘Resident Evil: The Final Chapter’ review (4K UHD)
The supposedly last live action homage to Capcom's popular survival horror gaming franchise arrives on ultra high-definition to offer director Paul W.S. Anderson's bleak and muddied look at a post-apocalyptic world overrun by mutated monsters and zombies. Published May 22, 2017
Zadzooks: Carl Grimes and Lucille review (McFarlane Toys)
McFarlane Toys continues to celebrate AMC's television show "The Walking Dead" with the release of Negan's best buddy and a boy turned into a ferocious, zombie-fighting machine. Published May 12, 2017
Blu-ray reviews: ‘Split’ and ‘The Girl with All the Gifts’
Here's a look at a pair of smart horror films -- "Split" and "The Girl with All the Gifts" -- recently released to home theaters. Published May 9, 2017
Blu-ray reviews: ‘The Founder,’ ‘A League of Their Own: 25th Anniversary Edition’ and ‘Gold’
A look at three recent high definition releases -- "The Founder," "A League of Their Own: 25th Anniversary Edition" and "Gold" -- offering stories based on real-life legends and events. Published May 5, 2017
‘Little Nightmares’ review (Xbox One)
The premise of a child trying to escape a gantlet of horrors offers a devilishly stylish and puzzling platformer for brave souls. Published May 3, 2017
Zadzooks: Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy: The Telltale Series review
Gamers smitten with the quirky intergalactic superhero team of Star-Lord, Drax, Gamora, Groot and Rocket Racoon can now dive into their intricate lives through an interactive story from the developers of "The Walking Dead: Michonne" and "Jurassic Park: The Game." Published May 2, 2017
