Carnivàle, Season 1 (2003)

Sep 09, 2009 by Mr. Nau In this gorgeous HBO series, a circus tours around the Midwest during the Great Depression. Full of magic and mystery, the story lines are extremely gripping and the characters are engaging. A talented cast of performers and parallel plot lines make this collection of DVDs almost impossible not to […]

Long Way Down (2007)

Aug 20, 2009 by Mr. Nau Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman plan another motorcycle trip in this documentary. This time, they’re heading from John O’Groats in Scotland to Cape Town, South Africa. They meet lots of interesting people, struggle with border checkpoints, break down, and share in the lives of destitute, but generous and smiling […]

Long Way Round (2004)

Aug 09, 2009 by Mr. Nau Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman ride motorcycles overland from London to New York City, heading east through Europe and Asia and flying over the Bering Sea to ride across North America. Their riveting adventure is fraught with terrible weather, primitive roads, grueling work, mechanical failures, interesting people, and gorgeous […]

28 Up (1985)

Apr 04, 2009 by Mr. Nau This British documentary, the fourth in a series, somehow garnered an ISA nomination while following around a group of utterly ordinary people as they grow into adulthood and deal with life, relationships, and work. Sadly, the idea delivers far more than the film itself and this beast trudges on […]

John Adams (2008)

Mar 15, 2009 by Mr. Nau Paul Giamatti and Laura Linney lead a stellar cast in this miniseries about the life of John Adams, the second President of the United States. Based on the Pulitzer-winning biography by David McCullough, this masterpiece is the magnificent union of acting brilliance, obsessive attention to detail, and screenplay perfection. […]

Rome (2005)

Dec 07, 2008 by Mr. Nau This epic television series, running for two seasons, follows the time line of the end of the Roman Republic, from Caesar’s conquest of Gaul through the victory of Octavian. Astonishing acting performances, a gorgeous backdrop, and tight storytelling make this essential for any history buff—perfect for many repeated viewings. […]

The 4400 (2004)

Jun 29, 2008 by Mr. Nau In four seasons, the producers of this spectacular science fiction show created a vivid story full of intriguing characters trying to figure out the secret of the 4400 returnees, smart episodes that evoke more questions than are answered, and moments of incredibly compelling television drama with an unforgettable cast. […]

Dead Man’s Walk (1996)

May 05, 2008 by Mr. Nau This third installment of the Lonesome Dove epic is set before the original miniseries as Call and McCrae venture out as new Texas Rangers on an expedition to annex Santa Fe and become prisoners of the Mexican Army. A talented cast and a great script make this a must-see. […]

Streets of Laredo (1995)

Apr 30, 2008 by Mr. Nau James Garner is Captain Woodrow Call in this mini-series sequel to Lonesome Dove, supported by a star-filled cast that includes names like Sissy Spacek, Sam Shepard, and Randy Quaid. The story is incredibly engaging, the cinematography and sets awe-inspiring, the villains menacing, and the acting first-rate. Grade: A-. IMDB: […]

Comanche Moon (2008)

Apr 21, 2008 by Mr. Nau This prequel to Larry McMurtry’s Lonesome Dove is based on the final novel of the series. This television adaptation follows the exploits of a pair of Texas Rangers as they fight Comanches in Texas. The acting is great, the sets are realistic, and the story is engaging and entertaining. […]

« go back — keep looking »