DVD review – Mercenary For Justice

I remember Steven Seagal’s first films, they had lots of action, great throw away lines and lots of fighting. I really loved Under Siege. As of late Seagal is not the box office draw he once was, however he still has plenty of films coming out on DVD. His...

In Theatres Now MISSION IMPOSIBLE 3

Let us cut to the chase: Mission: Impossible 3 is the best of the series. Is that really a major accomplishment? Well, the first was ok, but nothing special. The second was simply more of John Woo’s stylish fighting with little else; more flash than substance. Quite...

Upcoming DVD's for May 9th

This week has only one new release, but 3 releases filled with all sorts of goodies. Reviews for most of these titles will be available here on the Zone early next week. May 9 Munich(2005) (Universal) Dir: Steven Spielberg; Eric Bana, Daniel Craig, Ciaran Hinds,...

RESCUE ME

Denis Leary did one of my all time favorite cop shows a few years back. The Job was funny,smart and sure seemed to be full of real people, not actors doing a role. I’ve watched the DVD set at least three times and will watch it even more. I love the rapid...

FREE Comics Day

In one week the fifth annual event “Free comics Day” will take place. Industry wide participation has helped make this a success and this year should be even better.   What this is exactly is a chance to go and get some free comics from participating...

Only Two Seasons

Here in Wisconsin we have two seasons, Winter and Road Construction.Well, winter is over.What I want to know is who is the city or state officail making the decisions about the constuction. I know I would recognize them because their head will be firmly in place in...

April 25 2006

Apr 25 2006 The Last Detective, Series 1(2003) Contemporary British mystery series, based on the popular “Dangerous Davies” novels by Leslie Thomas. Stars Peter Davison and Sean Hughes. Two-disc set, $39.99. (Acorn Media).Law & Order: Trial by...

Jon and Ruth' Movie Weekend

Jeremy’s listing will be up a little bit later today.Ruth and I are following our new tradition of renting a stack of DVD’s after the latest issue goes to the printer. This weekend, six movies, a couple we’ll be buying.CRASHJeremy loved it, I agree....

Bouchercon – Madison MADCITY BABY!!

Bouchercon 2006 in Madison Wisconsin. First a bit about Madison, skip down for the pitch on the convention  Madison is home of the University of Wisconsin Madison and has been rated one of the top ten college party towns by Playboy. This means funs stuff to do...