Joseph Szadkowski
Articles by Joseph Szadkowski
‘Finding Dory’ review (Blu-ray)
An absent-minded, blue tang fish in search of her family led to another blockbuster for Pixar animation this year with its sequel to the mega-popular "Finding Nemo." Published November 18, 2016
CONCERT REVIEW: Stevie Nicks and Chrissie Hynde inspire fans at Verizon Center
Two grande dames of rock and roll delivered their distinct musical styles to a near-capacity crowd in the nation's capital on Monday night. Published November 16, 2016
Blu-ray review: ‘Batman: Return of the Caped Crusaders’
A new, full-length cartoon celebrates the Dynamic Duo's glory days on ABC Network back in 1960s. Published November 10, 2016
‘X-Men: Apocalypse’ review (4K UHD)
Director Bryan Singer's latest cinematic exploration of Marvel Comics complex mutant universe arrives on ultra high-definition disc to dazzle home theater owners. Published November 5, 2016
‘Ghostbusters: Extended Edition’ review (4K UHD)
Director Paul Feig's infuriating reboot of a beloved comedy horror franchise looks for redemption through home theater owners by offering the theatrical and an extended cut of the film along with an abundance of extras. Published November 4, 2016
‘Independence Day: Resurgence’ review (4K UHD)
A sci-fi disaster film sequel 20 years in the making moves from the big screen to home theaters to confound hard-core fans but often astound ultra high-definition lovers. Published November 3, 2016
‘Star Trek Beyond’ review (4K UHD)
The latest installment of the rebooted Gene Roddenberry science-fiction universe arrives in ultra high-definition to appreciate a crew of space explorers that boldly going where no man has gone before. Published November 2, 2016
Best Blu-ray horror TV: Ash vs Evil Dead, The Walking Dead, iZombie and Preacher
Just in time for Halloween, reviews of Ash vs Evil Dead: The Complete First Season," "American Horror Story: Hotel," "The Walking Dead: The Complete Sixth Season," "iZombie: The Complete First Season," "Preacher: Season One" and "American Crime Story: The People vs. O.J. Simpson" Published October 27, 2016
Best Blu-ray horror movies: ‘Carrie,’ ‘The Hills Have Eyes’ and ‘The Thing’
Just in time for Halloween, reviews of "Carrie: Collector's Edition," "The Hill's Have Eyes: Limited Edition" and "The Thing: Collector's Edition." Published October 26, 2016
Universal Orlando’s ‘Halloween Horror Nights 26’: Best haunted mazes
This year's top mazes include The Exorcist, American Horror Story, Krampus, The Walking Dead and Tomb of the Ancients. Published October 17, 2016
Zadzooks: Destiny: The Collection review (Xbox One)
The two-year saga to consume a player's time continues with this definitive compilation not only offering the core "Destiny" video game but all of its major content expansions including "The Dark Below," "House of Wolves," "The Taken King" and the latest, "Rise of Iron." Published October 16, 2016
Universal Orlando’s Repository: Live theater and virtual reality combine for a haunting adventure
The Repository ushers in the next evolution of the theme-park experience by delivering a puzzle-solving ghost story with help from live theater and virtual reality elements. Published October 15, 2016
Blu-ray reviews: ‘Neighbors 2,’ ‘Central Intelligence’ and ‘Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates’
A trio of recent home theater releases -- "Neighbors 2," "Central Intelligence" and "Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates" -- offer a smattering of laughs for comedy fans. Published October 5, 2016
Blu-ray review: ‘Swiss Army Man’
Directors and writers Daniel Scheinert and Daniel Kwan's gassy dark comedy that taps into a symbiotic relationship between a marooned man and a corpse arrives on high-definition to amuse and disturb viewers. Published October 4, 2016
Best horror attractions 2016: ‘Field of Screams’ (Mountville, Pennsylvania)
Gene and Jim Schopf's Field of Screams returns for the 24th season to offer an affordable scare-fest featuring a quartet of attractions for those willing to drive to Mountville, Pennsylvania. Published September 30, 2016
Blu-ray horror movie reviews: ‘Clown,’ ‘The Shallows’ and ‘The Wailing’
Top, frightening picks from recent home theater releases include "Clown," "The Shallows" and "The Wailing." Published September 29, 2016
Blu-ray review: ‘Warcraft’ - Orcs dominate high-def war
Home theater gamers familiar with Blizzard Entertainment's mega-popular, massive multiplayer online adventures can now appreciate the mythology's debut in a live-action movie. Published September 28, 2016
Blu-ray review: Aliens: 30th Anniversary Edition
Director James Cameron's Academy Award-winning opus to the deadly Xenomorph species returns to home theater screens to annoy fans with its difficult extras. Published September 22, 2016
Concert review: AC/DC and Axl Rose shook Verizon Center all night long
Music fans wondering what it would be like to stand in front of a running jet engine for over two hours found out Saturday night when AC/DC stopped by the Verizon Center. Published September 19, 2016
Blu-ray review: The Conjuring 2
Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren return to home theaters to give viewers a fright while solving the mystery of the "Enfield Poltergeist." Published September 15, 2016
