Film

Blu-ray Review: The Hoax

Based on true events, Richard Gere shines as Clifford Irving, the author who literally faked an autobiography of someone he never met—Howard Hughes.
Chaz Lipp
Film

DVD Review: Eclipse Series 38: Masaki Kobayashi Against the System - The Criterion Collection

Four films directed by one Japan's most important filmmakers, Criterion's Eclipse Series continues to keep overlooked obscurities in wide release.
Chaz Lipp
Music

Bentley's Bandstand: Tom Jones, Swamp People, Freddie King

What is more inspiring than seeing someone on the back nine going for the gusto and bringing it all the way home?
Bill Bentley
Health

Innovations in Health and Smartphone Technology

They started as bizarre ideas. Now, they are viewed as one of the significant innovation for health technology.
Nancy Perkins
Music

New Music for Old People: Churchill, Spin Doctors, Jeff Lynne, Emeli Sandé and More

The wait is over — after a two-week absence, Al is back with an eclectic mix of tunes that's sure to please. There's something here for everyone, so grab the headphones and enjoy.
Al Kooper
Film

Blu-ray Review: Hellraiser: Deader

The seventh film in the series based on Clive Barker's characters debuts on Blu-ray with a surprisingly strong presentation.
Chaz Lipp
Music

Quinn Sullivan: The Blues as Young as They Come

The respected blues powerhouse that is Buddy Guy has added another feather in his illustrious cap by the discovery of magical guitarist, Quinn Sullivan. The real surprise? The kid's only 14-years old.
Matt Rowe
Music

RCA and Legacy Recordings to Deliver Elvis at Stax: Deluxe Edition Box

Five years before his untimely death, Elvis Presley entered the Stax recording studios in Memphis to record a series of tracks over the stretch of 12 days split into two sessions in July and December of 1973.
Matt Rowe
Television

Interview with Robert Trachtenberg, Director of Mel Brooks: Make a Noise

Director Robert Trachtenberg talks with The Morton Report about the upcoming PBS American Masters profile, "Mel Brooks: Make a Noise," airing on May 20.
Jim Curtis
Film

Blu-ray Review: Cheech and Chong's Animated Movie

Basically a series of Cheech and Chong's greatest bits, animated and strung together, this release benefits from three informative commentary tracks.
Chaz Lipp
Film

Blu-ray Review: The Oranges

A quirky comedy whose quirks feel increasingly forced, but Hugh Laurie, Alia Shawkat, and Leighton Meester all shine.
Chaz Lipp
Books

Books: J. David Spurlock on The Alluring Art of Margaret Brundage: Queen of Pin-Up Art

Co-author J. David Spurlock discusses his latest release, the heavily illustrated biography The Alluring Art of Margaret Brundage, Queen of Pin-Up Art, and the difficulties and surprising discoveries he encountered while doing research for the book.
Bill Baker
Film

DVD Review: Koala Kid

Exclusive to Walmart and Sam's Club, this animated film was produced in South Korea and features voice work by Rob Schneider and Norm MacDonald.
Chaz Lipp
Television

A Conversation with Ned Rolsma of How I Met Your Mother

How I Met Your Mother has been nominated for 24 Emmy awards over its run, with a solid win of seven of the category awards. With most successful shows, the main casts are often shored up with peripheral characters that add to the charms of the story lines. How I Met Your Mother is no exception.
Matt Rowe
Film

Blu-ray Review: The Details

A darkly comic tale of infidelity that takes a few suprising turns. Ray Liotta and Laura Linney steal it with finely-tuned supporting turns.
Chaz Lipp
Books

Books: CW Moss on Why Unicorn Drinks

CW Moss discusses the origins of Why Unicorn Drinks, the second volume to feature the adventures of his hapless signature creation, what he hopes his work does for readers, and his immediate plans for the future with The Morton Report columnist Bill Baker.
Bill Baker
Film

Blu-ray Review: Broken City

Despite enthusiastic contributions by Mark Wahlberg as producer and star plus the formidable directorial experience of Allen Hughes, this is a thriller without thrills.
Chaz Lipp
Film

Blu-ray Review: Major Dundee - Twilight Time Limited Edition

Sam Peckinpah's beautiful mess, this epic Western boasts a great lead performance by Charlton Heston. This limited release offers two different cuts.
Chaz Lipp
Television

DVD Review: Tom and Jerry Kids Show - The Complete Season 1

The famous cat and mouse depicted as youngster, but still at each other's throats. All 13 first season episodes available on DVD for the first time.
Chaz Lipp
Television

Blu-ray Review: Star Trek: The Next Generation - The Best of Both Worlds

Collectors of the full seasons will have this two-part episode once the fourth season is out, but some exclusive extras make this a nice release.
Chaz Lipp
Which Famous Woman Sued a Paper Over a Horsemeat Story?
Britain’s recent horseburger scandal — when some supermarkets were caught out selling horsemeat disguised as beef — reminded me of an old story told to me by a UK gossip columnist, now sadly deceased. Blind Item Solved: Yes, It Was Lisa Vanderpump
Congratulations to TMR commenter Kellie, websites Blind Gossip and Generation Gossip, and anyone else for solving my blind item about a TV wife knowing all about her husband’s secret son. Which Royal Couple Had Regular Stand-Up Fights?
Flashback to over twenty years ago… Imagine the scene: one of the most opulent buildings in the world. It’s a royal palace, not necessarily in England... Which Famous Woman Parades Both Her Husbands?
This Famous Woman has had lots of male admirers — which is surprising as she is rather lacking in the looks department. The Lesser-Spotted Mr and Mrs VIP Seen Again
This elusive couple has been spotted again, a rare sighting of an increasingly endangered species. Which Two Celebrity Chefs Had a Rodent Problem?
Maybe sometimes silence is the wiser course of action. Which Famous Man Is Psychologically Dependent on Another?
Dependency is like love - a very powerful emotion. It's Gonna Be A Busy Year For Yoko Ono
Yoko Ono will have a busy 2013 with the expected reissue of her albums from 1968 through 1985. Also on her busy calendar will be the release of a career-spanning art book, Infinite Universe at Dawn, which will highlight 60 years of Yoko Ono art. She will also curate the 2013 Meltdown Festival at Southbanke Centre that will take place in June. Which Young Male Star is Popular with the Girls and Even More Popular with Their Agents?
This nice young man is so busy being out and about, it's a wonder he has time left for work. Will Kate's Baby Arrive on Diana's Birthday?
There is a real possibility that William and Kate's baby could be born on July 1, 2013, the date William's mother, Princess Diana, would have been 52. Which Racing Driver Had a Lucky Escape - From a Girl?
One driver had a lucky escape when a determined girl he hardly knew wanted to move into his apartment. Did Charles Spencer Scoop the Best Baby Name from William and Kate?
The first and second names are the focus right now, with the world wondering if the late Diana, Princess of Wales will be commemorated in the names of her descendant. Which Couple Made a Hasty Retreat to the Restroom Within Minutes of Meeting?
Can you guess who the parties are to this sexy (and perhaps pragmatic) marriage?

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