LENNY: CRITERION COLLECTION [BLU-RAY] (1974): "Not every famous figure lived a life that creates a compelling cinematic journey, and that becomes the case with Lenny. It fails to make controversial comedian Lenny Bruce an interesting subject so the film feels slow and dull too much of the time." Starring Dustin Hoffman, Valerie Perrine. Criterion, $39.95, 5/26/2026.

THE LAST ISLAND [BLU-RAY] (1990): "Essentially a piece of social commentary with a story built around it, the first act of The Last Island comes with intriguing elements. Unfortunately, it sputters after that, as it turns into too much of a cartoon to succeed." Starring Paul Freeman, Shelagh McLeod. Cult Epics, $34.95, 10/20/2023.

GEORGE STEVENS: A FILMMAKER'S JOURNEY [4K UHD] (1984): "With George Stevens: A Filmmaker’s Journey, we find a generally interesting look at a Hollywood legend. Although the documentary suffers from too many movie clips, it does more right than wrong." Starring George Stevens. Sony, $29.99, 5/12/2026.

INVASION OF THE BODY SNATCHERS [4K UHD] (1956): "The initial adaptation of a novel that’d see multiple film versions, the 1956 Invasion of the Body Snatchers continues to work well after 70 years. While I prefer the 1978 take on the story, this first movie still seems spooky and eerie." Starring Kevin McCarthy, Dana Wynter. Kino Lorber, $24.99, 7/16/2024.

GIRLS [4K UHD] (1984): "In theory, Girls presents a ‘coming of age’ narrative about teens on the verge of womanhood. However, that gives this sketchy and nearly plot-free affair more credit than it deserves, as the end product doesn’t bring interesting characters or situations." Starring Anne Parillaud, Zoé Chauveau. Cult Epics, $34.95, 4/21/2026.

PRIVATE BENJAMIN [BLU-RAY] (1980): "Back in 1980, Private Benjamin became a surprise hit, and it holds up pretty well after more than 45 years. While not without flaws, the movie becomes a largely endearing form of ‘coming of age’ comedy/drama." Starring Goldie Hawn, Eileen Brennan. Warner, $21.99, 4/28/2026.

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