Lonesome is a minor classic of the “silent” era although it has some interpolated talking scenes. Director Pál Fejös provides some cutting edge visual effects for the times, and, mostly, lets this simple love story tell itself.
The Gold Rush [Criterion Collection] Blu-ray Review
The Gold Rush, an early silent-film era epic that vaulted Charlie Chaplin’s career, is presented in two lovingly restored versions by the Criterion Collection. The remastering efforts result in a triumph of technology over the ravages of time making for an entertaining watch.
The Artist Blu-ray Review
A marvelous throwback to the golden days of cinema, this silent film, a love letter to “Hollywoodland,” is a refreshing departure from the typical films of today.
Wings Blu-ray Review
This reissue of the classic aviation movie, Wings, is a triumph of restoration. While a silent film, the drama and scope are huge and well worth the two hour watch
The Phantom of the Opera (1925) Blu-ray Review
The Phantom of the Opera returns in a Blu-ray reincarnation of three versions, the original 1925, and two 1929 revivals. Silent film lovers will appreciate the care and effort to restore this horror masterpiece to acceptable visual standards when compared to the blurry and shadowy original. There are three different soundtracks, each mated to a different version.
The Soviet Influence: From Turksib to Night Mail [UK] Blu-ray Review
This collection of 1930s documentaries pose an interesting and historic look at the Soviet influence over British documentary filmmaking techniques.
Cœur fidèle [Masters of Cinema] [UK] Blu-ray Review
A silent film-era masterpiece from French filmmaker Jean Epstein, Cœur fidèle arrives in a splendid reference quality dual format edition from Eureka’s Masters of Cinema label.
The Great White Silence [UK Release] Blu-ray Review
The tragic 1910 expedition of Captain Scott’s Terra Nova crew to the South Pole as filmed by cameraman Herbert Ponting is restored and given a new, modern score by composer Simon Fisher Turner for release in this compelling Dual Format Edition from the BFI.
Metropolis: Reconstructed and Restored [Masters of Cinema][UK] Blu-ray Review
The 1929 Fritz Lang sci-fi classic is finally reconstructed to its full length and given a brand new 2010 recording of the Gottfried Huppertz score.
