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Film Reviews
I worked at 7-24 Videos & More, in Parkdale. I loved recommending, discussing, and debating films with customers. Then I discovered the amazing DVD collection at the Toronto Public Library.
In addition to DVDs, you can also stream films using Kanopy and Hoopla. Remember when you’d hold up a DVD case and ask, “How’s this?” In the spirit of an opinionated video store clerk, here are our answers.
Written by Peter Bird and Paul Hutcheson.
Film Reviews: April 1st, 2026
BAD BOYS
An early Sean Penn film that starts out gritty and exciting but becomes lost in a boiler of violence that gets more and more outlandish and unnecessary. Prison in the 80s was poorly lit and lax.
LIZA; A TRULY TERRIFIC ABSOLUTELY TRUE STORY
A truly terrific documentary. Happy to look past all the impersonations and see Minnelli as the iconic artist, fashion icon and trusted friend. What a talent; she deserves these flowers. This will make you happy.
REDS
Nominated for 12 Oscars, but winning 3 makes sense: It’s a grand film with beautiful sets, wonderful costumes, strong writing and some magical moments but doesn’t entirely cohere. Plus, we’re bored with tortured straight love affairs.
TRICK OR TREAT
An 80’s heavy metal horror flick where bullied teen (Skippy from Family Ties!), gets possessed by his idol and starts killing. A fun, campy watch with an Ozzy Osbourne cameo.