'Lay the Favorite' Blu-Ray Review: Not a Bad Bet Despite Lack of Theatrical Exposure

"Lay the Favorite" is the film adaptation of Beth Raymer's memoir detailing her life in the world of sports gambling. Director Stephen Frears gathered an impressive cast with everyone from Bruce Willis to Catherine Zeta Jones taking key roles. It passed through theaters relatively unnoticed and didn't get much attention from critics. Now with the film hitting shelves on Blu-Ray and DVD, audiences will have a better chance at discovering Raymer's story and her days as a rising star in the world of sports gambling. 5 Mar 2013

'Red Widow' Review: ABC Mob Drama Packs Solid Cast, Forced Execution

The new ABC drama "Red Widow" delivers a strong cast and some interesting mob storylines, but uneven writing and forced execution could hurt its chances for a full-season run. 2 Mar 2013

'Alex Cross, Run' Review: James Patterson, Famed Detective Character, Improving with Age

Author James Patterson's Alex Cross has taken on a life of his own. The character has been featured in countless novels, been portrayed by two top Hollywood actors and his newest adventure proves one thing: he ain't slowin' down and neither is Patterson. 26 Feb 2013

'Dreams and Shadows' Review: Movie Blogger Impresses in Fantasy Novel Debut

C. Robert Cargill was once known as Massawyrm on the movie blog Ain't it Cool News. After years as a freelance film writer, Cargill teamed up with director Scott Derrickson on the surprise hit horror film, Sinister. But Cargill wasn't done there. The man is still stretching his writing muscles with the debut of his first foray into novel writing, Dreams and Shadows, out Feb. 26th. 22 Feb 2013

New 'Die Hard' Director Keeps His Politics Off the Screen

John Moore may be virulently anti-gun in real life, but the director behind "A Good Day to Die Hard" knows well enough not to bring his views to the popular Bruce Willis franchise. 13 Feb 2013

Military Serviceman Turns to Self Publishing to Make His Mark

S. Cameron Roach has been in the military for 24 years. He has been to three wars, speaks Arabic, and is a subject matter expert on the Middle East. However, there is one more aspect to his resume that he has recently revealed to the world: he writes novels, the first of which is available now as an E-Book and online in print format from major retailers. 13 Feb 2013

Bruce Willis' 'Die Hard' Hero Keeps Reagan's Spirit Alive

Bruce Willis' "Die Hard" hero remains popular due to his Reagan-esque principles. Don't rely on the government when you can save the day yourself. 12 Feb 2013

Will Idaho Kids be Forced to Read 'Atlas Shrugged?'

Many Libertarians and Tea Party conservatives would be happy at the thought of high school students reading something like Ayn Rand's Atlas Shrugged as a requirement for their English classes. However, even the most modest fan of Rand's Objectivist ideology can see the blatant irony in a lawmaker setting a new law forcing children in public schools to read the novel and pass an examination over it. 10 Feb 2013

'Alex Cross' Blu-ray Review: Tyler Perry And Co. Offer Best Cross Film Yet

The new thriller "Alex Cross" might be a loose adaptation of the James Patterson novel "Cross," but it's the best Cross film yet because it sticks closer to the spirit of the character and the successful books. What star Tyler Perry sometimes lacks in acting chops, he makes up for in substantial likability and on screen charisma. 4 Feb 2013

'Ever After' Review: Kim Harrison's Latest Fantasy Arrives Short on Pixie Dust

Kim Harrison is a popular novelist. She has plenty of fans, bestselling books, an apparent sense of humor and she's even won some praise from critics. More power to her. I wish her all the best. I just hope I don't see any more of her books after enduring "Ever After." 30 Jan 2013