This reviewer "HATED"  "The Postman" after having seen it at a movie theater during its brief run.  Not a lot of time has gone by, the film hasn't been edited in any way, but, still, I'll admit it,... I truly enjoyed "The Postman" on DVD.  This defies explanation!  The film, directed by Kevin Costner, is meant to achieve epic status, like "Dances With Wolves".  It's shot on a large canvas, with a thematic score evoking the great westerns, and at times, "Dances With Wolves".  So why then is it more appealing on the home entertainment center?  It's an enigma, but we recommend that you buy this one!   

The plot dealing with the U.S. appearing to have become socially/politically dissolved following some unexplained civil war in 2013, is often too simplistic.  More troublesome, when it's not cartoonish, it's too complicated!  Costner is the unwitting hero of the film.  A wandering actor, he escapes a bad situation by posing as a postman, and in doing so, inspires those he meets to pull together, forming a more perfect union!

The DVD picture is spectacular!  Certainly one of the best looking transfers so far.  The Dolby Digital 5.1 soundtrack is also wonderful, with an abundance of rear speaker effects and an unforgettable musical score.  We only wish WARNER BROS. would have included the score on an isolated track.  There is an extra feature about special effects included as well as a captivating live menu.

Alas, the 25th Anniversary edition of "Enter the Dragon" is here! It's been worth the wait.  The sound effects are a real treat.  Now remastered in Dolby Digital 5.1 sound, the karate blows take on a new life, and the Lalo Schifrin score is more enjoyable as well.  The transfer has never looked this good before.   There's great depth to every shot and Director Robert Clouse uses wide screen images with great skill, making the letterboxed version the one to watch.  Also included are a number of theatrical trailers, tv commercials and two excellent documentaries.  This is one for every collection.

Clint Eastwood's "Midnight in the Garden of Evil" has gotten the typically outstanding type of transfer that is so common with Warner Bros. DVD releases.  The picture blows away the laserdisc version, with much sharper contrast and great depth.   In addition, this is one of the few DVDs wherein the Dolby Digital 5.1 sound also surpasses the laserdisc counterpart.  John Cusack stars as a reporter  writing a story on the culture and social status of Savannah Georgia residents and soon finds himself involved with a more investigative piece surrounding an eccentric gay socialite.   Based on a true story, the film unfolds at its own leisurely pace, and this may be too long for some viewers.  Still, it's well directed, well acted, and enjoyable.  

There are plenty of supplementary materials, though sparse in comparison to the type of material offered on the "LA Confidential Special Edition" DVD.