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- First reviewOctober 21, 2014
- Last reviewOctober 30, 2014
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![The Wolf of Wall Street [DVD] [2013]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/3921/3921178_sa.jpg)
Posted by: Eric
Thoroughly engrossing from the start, "The Wolf of Wall Street" grabbed my attention and didn't let go. During its three hours, I was never compelled to check the time. Chock full of profanity, and featuring some graphic scenes of varying acts of debauchery, it's not an easy recommendation. It is, however, a very well-made, and entertaining film.
My Best Buy number: 0202352556
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![3 Days to Kill [DVD] [2014]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/5838/5838286_sa.jpg)
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Ludicrous story, terrible direction, and a headache inducing score (which often makes no sense when compared to the action onscreen). Avoid this one if you can.
My Best Buy number: 0202352556
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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![The LEGO Movie [2 Discs] [Includes Digital Copy] [Blu-ray/DVD] [2014]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/5863/5863038_sa.jpg)
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"The Lego Movie" is a decent enough film. It's flashy and entertaining, as well as funny and creative. It's better than most Kid/Family films. The film's message concerning creative freedom, however, seems to contradict its corporate roots. Ultimately, the movie exists as a commercial for Lego toys -- which really should surprise no one.
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![Saving Mr. Banks [Blu-ray] [2013]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/4120/4120077_sa.jpg)
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This Disney-produced accounting of the story behind the scenes of their own film, "Mary Poppins" is just what you'd probably expect. Slick production values, strong performances, zero surprises, and a tendency to play fast and loose with the facts. Scrubbed and sanitized for maximum penetration of the Family market, it's perfectly adequate.
My Best Buy number: 0202352556
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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![Sabotage [2 Discs] [Includes Digital Copy] [UltraViolet] [Blu-ray/DVD] [2014]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/6712/6712017_sa.jpg)
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Brutal and humorless, lesser Schwarzenegger
on October 29, 2014
Posted by: Eric
Something of an anomaly for Schwarzenegger, in that the film is brutal (and relentlessly profane) yet humorless. Despite having very few likable characters, the film's mystery element is compelling enough. The final showdown is something of a head-scratcher, though, as the motives of one particular character seem to ping pong around until the film just ends. Worth watching, but it's lesser Schwarzenegger.
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![American Hustle [Includes Digital Copy] [DVD] [2013]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/3924/3924102_sa.jpg)
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Watching this film it seemed like the cast almost certainly enjoyed themselves. After all, each actor gets an opportunity to go completely bonkers, chewing scenery like bubble gum, and trying to out-crazy everyone else onscreen. Unfortunately, watching this play out over two-and-a-half hours is an arduous slog through what might have otherwise been an engaging film.
My Best Buy number: 0202352556
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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![Side Effects [DVD] [2013]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/8864/8864674_sa.jpg)
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Steven Soderbergh routinely cranks out well-crafted, stylish films, and "Side Effects" is no exception. Best enjoyed with little knowledge of the plot -- at least for a first viewing.
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![Salmon Fishing in the Yemen [Includes Digital Copy] [DVD] [2011]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/5681/5681718_sa.jpg)
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For a while, "Salmon Fishing on the Yemen" truly has a lot going for it. The cast is good, it's got an interesting plot and some decent laughs. But in the end it turns sour, as the filmmakers' secular humanism kicks in. Manipulative and overwrought, the film seeks to justify adultery rather than honestly facing the realities and responsibilities of marriage.
My Best Buy number: 0202352556
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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![Deceptive Practice: The Mysteries and Mentors of Ricky Jay [DVD] [2012]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/2192/21929305_sa.jpg)
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Ricky Jay is a masterful performer. His skills and accomplishments at sleight-of-hand are awe-inspiring, and this film is a fantastic view into his persona. Highly, highly recommended!
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![The Purge [DVD] [2013]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/1740/1740126_sa.jpg)
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"The Purge" offers an interesting concept, but devolves into predictability. It's adequate, but forgettable.
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