Welcome back, readers, for the second edition of Logan’s home video update!
Due to the lack of quality new DVD releases this week, I will be suggesting two slightly older releases to catch up on.
If you are like me, then I am sure your list of movies to see can never be too long.
Life of Pi (PG, 127 minutes- starring Suraj Sharma)
With a slew of Oscar nominations and a well-deserved four wins, Life of Pi was one of the biggest winners from the 2012 awards season. Although the performances from newcomer Suraj Sharma and veteran Bollywood actor Irrfan Khan were great, the true star of this film was the visual effects. It almost felt like the dazzlingly-beautiful set and CGI in the film were characters in their own right. Instead of making the film feel artificial, they brought an emotional depth to an already emotionally-rich story.
The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (PG-13, 169 minutes- starring Martin Freeman)
Though it drags on a bit, which was expected considering they are adapting one book into three different movies, The Hobbit was a welcome return for one of the most familiar and beloved film series of the last decade. One of the highlights of the film was the chemistry between all of the dwarves. Their characters were all cast very accurately, and the actors all had a natural chemistry with each other.
That’s a wrap for this week’s edition of the home video update. I hope you enjoy the films!