(Universal)
This set features one of Hollywood’s greatest stars, Gregory Peck, in films co-starring Sophia Loren, Anthony Quinn, Walter Matthau and Robert Mitchum.
There are two masterpieces, To Kill a Mockingbird and Cape Fear, a couple of entertaining second-tier ’60s thrillers, Arabesque and Mirage, and two lesser known films, Captain Newman, M.D. and Raoul Walsh’s The World in His Arms.
Grade: A-
The Gregory Peck Film Collection is currently available.
War And Remembrance: The Complete Epic Mini-Series
(MPI)
This award-winning WWII mini-series airing in 1988 is one of the largest undertakings in cinematic history. Based on Herman Wouk’s novel, it boasts an impressive cast including: Robert Mitchum, Jane Seymour, Sharon Stone, Ian McShane.
Grade: A-
War And Remembrance: The Complete Epic Mini-Series is currently available.
Warner Gangsters Collection, Vol. 4
(Warner)
Warner is once again releasing a set of lesser-known gangster gems from their vaults. Mostly Edward G. Robinson vehicles, Humphrey Bogart appears in supporting roles, joined by Bette Davis, George Raft and a very young William Holden.
Also included is the all-new documentary Public Enemies: The Golden Age of the Gangster Film and four WB gangster cartoons. Grade: A-
Warner Gangsters Collection, Vol. 4 is currently available.
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