Author Archive: Mark R. Hasan

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BR: Man in the Dark (1953)

BR: Man in the Dark (1953)

April 2, 2014 | By

Known as the first studio-produced 3D production, Columbia’s Man in the Dark followed in the heels of Arch Oboler’s indie hit Bwana Devil (1952), which surprised the majors with its ability to make money with yet another new exhibition technology alongside widescreen processes Cinemrama and CinemaScope…

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The Ridge – the film, and maybe where Toronto is politically

The Ridge – the film, and maybe where Toronto is politically

March 26, 2014 | By

Film review of Pablo Iraburu and Migueltxo Molina’s documentary The Ridge (2012), some thoughts on the upcoming Hot Docs 2014 Film Festival, Mondomark.com upgraded, and the municipal debate game show you likely missed tonight.

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Film: Ridge, The / Pura vida – The Ridge (2012)

Film: Ridge, The / Pura vida – The Ridge (2012)

March 26, 2014 | By

Boasting beautiful time lapse cinematography of the misty and snowy peaks of Nepal’s Mount Annapurna, Pablo Iraburu and Migueltxo Molina’s film should be a moving experience for viewers expecting a story of heroism and humanism…

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The Sights & Sounds of The Blue Max on Blu + CD

The Sights & Sounds of The Blue Max on Blu + CD

March 26, 2014 | By

John Guillermin’s awesome WWI flying drama The Blue Max makes it to Blu-ray via Twilight Time, sporting new commentary and music tracks + Jerry Goldsmith’s score is released by La-La Land Records in a 2-CD set.

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BR: Blue Max, The (1966)

BR: Blue Max, The (1966)

March 26, 2014 | By

  Film: Excellent Transfer: Excellent/ Extras: Excellent Label: Twilight Time Region: All Released:  February 11, 2014 Genre:  War / Action / Aviation Synopsis: An arrogant German fighter pilot rises to the top during the waning months of WWI. Special Features:  Audio Commentary Track #1: film historian Julie Kirgo and producer Nick Redman / Audio Commentary #2: Isolated […]

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