Director Tom Hopper’s film — winner of this year’s Oscar for Best Picture — uses one man’s physical limitations as the core for this beautiful and moving story of courage and friendship.
Colin Firth turns in another standout performance that conveys how the mantle of royalty is both a curse and blessing. And Geoffrey Rush finds the right balance between respect for the crown and concern for the man wearing it.
This is not a movie simply about a king making a speech. It’s a complex emotional journey that will inspire and entertain.
Grade: A
“The Ernie Kovacs Collection”
The DVD set includes 13 hours of Ernie Kovacs’ original work on television. His comic genius, which ranged from the subtle to over-the-top, was a foundation for the likes of Johnny Carson and “Saturday Night Live.”
If you have any interest in comedy history, this is a DVD set you must own.
Grade: A
Also new
“Glee: Encore”: Features season one numbers of music by Lady Gaga, Madonna and Journey.
“Justin Bieber: Rise to Fame”: Story of the rise of Justin Bieber from street performer to superstar.
“Rabbit Hole“: The film based David Lindsay-Abaire’s play about a couple struggling to keep their marriage together. With Nicole Kidman.
“Sharpay’s Fabulous Adventure”: Ashley Tisdale reprises her “High School Musical” role.
“Born to Raise Hell”: Steven Seagal leads a task force on a mission of vengeance.
Rick Bentley, The Fresno Bee (Fresno, Calif.).
“Gulliver’s Travels”: Jack Black stars in this story of a huge world traveler.
“A Mind to Kill”: Clive Owen, Sean Bean and Polly Draper star in this Welsh detective drama.
“Captain Planet and the Planeteers: Season One”: Animated series about a super hero who cares about the environment.
Rick Bentley, The Fresno Bee (Fresno, Calif.).
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