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    “Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore” (Criterion)

    This site’s relationship with early Martin Scorsese films is well-documented. Roger was one of the key supporters for Scorsese in the ’70s and ’80s, really helping to elevate the profile of one of the best American filmmakers of all time. I think he would love that Scorsese’s 1974 drama, which won a deserved Oscar for the great Ellen Burstyn, has been given the Criterion treatment 52 years later, including a 4K digital restoration supervised by the master himself. The set also includes an imported commentary with Scorsese and his incredible cast, alongside new conversations with Burstyn and the recently passed Marcia Lucas. As if that’s not enough, the brilliant Farran Smith Nehme conducts the Burstyn interview, and the great Stephanie Zacharek provides an essay. In a time when Criterion gets a lot of attention for headline-grabbing releases like the upcoming Kubrick set and Guillermo del Toro’s “Frankenstein,” releases like this can fall under the radar. Don’t let it.

    Special Features

    New 4K digital restoration, supervised and approved by director Martin Scorsese, with uncompressed monaural soundtrack One 4K UHD disc of the film presented in Dolby Vision HDR and one Blu-ray with the film and special features Audio commentary featuring Scorsese and actors Ellen Burstyn, Jodie Foster, Kris Kristofferson, Diane Ladd, and Alfred Lutter New conversation between Burstyn and film critic Farran Smith Nehme New interview with editor Marcia Lucas Making-of documentary featuring Burstyn and Kristofferson Trailer English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing PLUS: An essay by film critic Stephanie Zacharek

    “The Christophers“

    Every Steven Soderbergh film should be a bigger deal. He’s quite simply one of the best American directors of his generation, and his latest is merely further proof of his remarkable range. Who else could go from the haunted “Presence” to the thrilling “Black Bag” to this chamber piece about art and commerce? Sir Ian McKellen and Michaela Coel prove to be a perfect partnership in this smart, engaging drama from Neon, which has given the film a relatively bare-bones physical release, but did include a new conversation about the film between two brilliant writers: Ed Solomon and Charlie Kaufman.

    Special Features

    Conversation with screenwriter Ed Solomon and Charlie Kaufman Theatrical trailer

    “Cold Prey Trilogy”

    It’s always amazing to stumble into entire hit franchises from other countries that simply never found their way into the American pop culture consciousness. Despite being a huge horror fan, I hadn’t really heard much about (or I had heard and forgotten) this Norwegian slasher trilogy launched by the director of “The Wave” and “Troll.” Could these films really justify a massive Limited Edition box set from the excellent folks over at Second Sight, a European physical media company? (Note: You’ll need an all-region player for this one as it’s not HD.)

    Regular readers of this column will know how much I love it when a company like Arrow or Second Sight goes all out for what could be called a cult classic, and that’s the case here. This gorgeously packaged set includes tons of special features, including a booklet filled with excellent essays. As for the movies themselves, there’s a captivating efficiency to the first movie: The story of five snowboarders who discover that the remote ski resort they found for shelter has a homicidal resident. And the second movie is arguably even more ambitious while also feeling like a “Halloween II” nod. They’re a reminder of how lean and mean the slasher genre can be, and it’s worth noting that future “Westworld” star Ingrid Bolsø Berdal is great in both.

    Cold Prey Special Features

    A new audio commentary with Director Roar Uthaug and Actor Ingrid Bolsø Berdal This is the Vibe: a new interview with Director Roar Uthaug Draw the Process: a new interview with Actor Ingrid Bolsø Berdal Alternative Ending Behind the Scenes The Visual FX of Cold Prey Car Scenes Bloopers Short Film: Mountain Rose Runs Amok Short Film: An Evening in the Green Music Video: Bloodlights “One Eye Open”

    Cold Prey II Special Features

    A new audio commentary with Director Mats Stenberg A Blessing and A Curse: a new interview with Director Mats Stenberg Dissociation: a new interview with Actor Ingrid Bolsø Berdal Stepping Aside: a new interview with Associate Producer Roar Uthaug Behind the Scenes Bloopers Extended / Deleted Scenes

    Cold Prey III Special Features

    A new audio commentary by Christer Andresen and Phillip Escott Behind the Scenes

    Limited Edition Contents

    Rigid slipcase with new artwork by James Neal 120-page book with new essays by Matt Donato, JA Kerswell, Justin LaLiberty, Paul Lê, Ariel Power-Schaub and Nathaniel Thompson 5 collectors’ art cards

    “The Crying Game” (Criterion)

    “Some movies keep you guessing. Some movies make you care. Once in a long while a movie comes along that does both things at the same time. It’s not easy.” Roger Ebert got “The Crying Game,” a masterful drama that was sadly reduced to its twist instead of appreciating it for its characters. This Criterion version should go a long way to correcting the record, especially via two of the best essays of the year from the phenomenal Tasha Robinson and Willow Catelyn Maclay. The set also includes new interviews with the great Neil Jordan and Stephen Rea, along with some excellent previously available material.

    Special Features

    New 4K digital restoration, supervised and approved by director Neil Jordan, with 2.0 surround DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack One 4K UHD disc of the film presented in Dolby Vision HDR and one Blu-ray with the film and special features Audio commentary featuring Jordan New interviews with Jordan and actor Stephen Rea Making-of documentary from 2005 featuring interviews with Jordan, Rea, and producer Stephen Woolley Alternate ending featuring audio commentary by Jordan English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing PLUS: Essays by film critics Tasha Robinson and Willow Catelyn Maclay

    “The Devil Wears Prada 2“

    Two decades after the release of the Oscar-nominated “The Devil Wears Prada,” audiences flocked to the sequel, making it one of the biggest films of 2026 (it’s approaching $700 million worldwide). Given how much I adore the cast, I wish I liked the final product more, but it’s an easy watch on a lazy weekend this summer, and it’s notable that Fox has gone lavish with the Blu-ray release, including a commentary and several featurettes. Even as the plot gets increasingly thin in a movie that I’m not sure really understands journalism, fashion, or big business, it’s never anything less than gorgeous. Sometimes that’s all that matters.

    Special Features

    AUDIO COMMENTARY BY DAVID FRANKEL, ALINE BROSH MCKENNA, AND MOLLY ROGERS – Watch the film with audio commentary by director David Frankel, writer Aline Brosh McKenna, and costume designer Molly Rogers. Level Up: Updating the Icons: Join the cast, crew, and other notables as they look back on the iconic first film and its timelessness. Then see how the characters and their wardrobes have evolved for the sequel, and follow the shoot in New York. Inside the Fashion Closet: Sit down with the cast, filmmakers, and lead costume designer Molly Rogers as she talks about dressing Miranda, Andy, Emily, and Nigel. Discover their of-the-moment but timeless fashion looks that shine a spotlight on each of their personalities. Front-Row Access: Shooting in Italy: Join the cast, crew, and director David Frankel as he talks about the production in Italy and shooting during Milan’s fashion week. Hear how top design houses supported the production and how Runway’s own fashion show and concert was created. “Runway” Music Video by Lady Gaga and Doechii: Turn it up with Lady Gaga and Doechii in their music video for the movie’s new song, “Runway.” GAG REEL – Check out the fun on set in these outtakes from the making of the movie.

    “The Drama“

    Kristoffer Borgli’s A24 film is one of the most divisive of 2026, a movie that’s either a brilliant dissection of modern morals or a hollow provocation that borders on irresponsible, depending on how you’re talking to. I’m actually in the middle of those extreme camps. It’s a bit of a premise in search of a movie, and I don’t think it really has the nerve to follow through on some of its thorniest ideas, but Robert Pattinson, Zendaya, and Alana Haim are all unimpeachably great, adding nuance and believability to difficult characters. Ultimately, it’s not quite as smart as it thinks it is, but I also don’t think it’s as dumb as its detractors would have you believe. The A24 Blu-ray is expectedly great for one of their top ten movies of all time, with a commentary, featurette, wedding video, postcards, and excellent packaging.

    Special Features

    Commentary with Costume Designer Katina Danabassis, Production Designer Zosia Mackenzie, & Co-editor Joshua Raymond Lee “Unpacking the Drama” Making-of Featurette Wardrobe & Camera Test with Commentary by Katina Danabassis “Relationship Hotline” Promo Charlie & Emma Wedding Video Set of six collectible postcards illustrated by Kristina Tzekova

    “Hud” (Criterion)

    Criterion’s Western section is one of the best in the industry, and they’ve finally gotten around to including Martin Ritt’s adaptation of genre master Larry McMurtry’s Horseman, Pass By. The title character, played by Paul Newman in one of his best performances, was more of a minor one in the source, which focuses on Lonnie Bannon (Brandon deWilde), who is trapped in a battle between his grandfather Homer (Melvyn Douglas) and uncle Hud. The new Criterion release is a beauty, including new interviews with Sally Field and Roger Deakins, two absolute legends. It also features a captivating episode of the classic “Inside the Actors Studio” with Newman, one of my favorite actors of all time.

    Special Features

    New 4K digital restoration, with uncompressed monaural soundtrack One 4K UHD disc of the film presented in Dolby Vision HDR and one Blu-ray with the film and special features Audio excerpts from a 1974 American Film Institute seminar with director Martin Ritt New interview with actor Sally Field, conducted by author Isaac Butler, on Ritt and Hud New interview with cinematographer Roger Deakins on director of photography James Wong Howe Episode of Inside the Actors Studio, hosted by James Lipton, featuring actor Paul Newman English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing PLUS: An essay by author and film scholar Gabriel Miller and a 1963 American Cinematographer interview with Howe

    “Is God Is“

    Amazon MGM is doing that kinda lame thing they do sometimes wherein they drop a movie on physical media … and that’s the end of it. Not only is there no digital code for this thrilling future cult classic, but nary a special feature. If writer/director Aleshea Harris has the career I suspect that she will, “Is God Is” will someday get a special edition. Until then, find a way to watch her debut, the story of twin sisters Racine (movie MVP Kara Young) and Anaia (Mallori Johnson), and their quest for vengeance on the awful father (Sterling K. Brown) who set them on fire. The filmmaking here is kinetic, marrying classic revenge movie tropes to a new vision. There’s a reason we put this on our list of The Best Movies of 2026 So Far. Don’t miss it.

    “Obsession“

    The story of “Obsession” is one of the most interesting pop culture explosions of 2026. Shot for under $1 million and picked up out of TIFF (where I first saw it) by Focus for around $15 million, it has now made almost half a billion dollars around the world. It is a true phenomenon, and more than just an announcement of a new talent in Curry Barker. It truly feels like this, and “Backrooms” (and, to a lesser extent, “Iron Lung” last year) signal a shift in the horror industry, a new wave of young talent that’s redefining the narrative in the genre, taking us from the Grief Horror era into a new one about an uncertain world. As “Obsession” continues to make money in theaters, it’s already available on Blu-ray and DVD in a relatively thin edition for a movie that proved thicker than anyone could have imagined.

    Special Features

    FEATURE COMMENTARY WITH DIRECTOR/WRITER/EDITOR CURRY BARKER OBSESSION UNLEASHED – Take the obsession further by going behind the scenes with filmmaker Curry Barker and the cast, Michael Johnston, Inde Navarrette, Cooper Tomlinson and Megan Lawless, to see them create a wild horror story out of intense performances and shocking scares. Hear the cast reflect on their most memorable scenes, get a peek at Michael and Inde’s chemistry test that sparked the film’s emotional core, and see how their collaboration shaped the film’s most unsettling moments.

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