Articles written by Dominic Messier

The Cylons were created by man, rebelled and had a Plan. We weren't told the full details, and so Edward James Olmos opted to direct this addendum for the fans. 8/10

Nov 1, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Having bore witness to Wilson's fiancee's death onboard a bus in last season's finale, Greg House chooses to heal his friendship with Wilson, before it's too late. 8/10

Oct 31, 2009 - Dominic Messier

In a clever and inventive take on the Old Testament tales of David and Goliath and King Saul, NBC explores a monarchic world based on modern times. 7.5/10

Oct 27, 2009 - Dominic Messier

In this second and final season of the spinoff based on the popular Terminator franchise, John and Sarah Connor keep fighting to stop Skynet, in 2008. 7/10

Oct 27, 2009 - Dominic Messier

After having fought all manner of mysterious beasts past and future in the first season, the members of ARC continue their investigations into temporal anomalies. 6.5/10

Oct 25, 2009 - Dominic Messier

The highly suspenseful CTV police drama starring a bevy of homegrown Canadian talent, makes its adrenaline-pumping debut on the high definition format, with a punch. 8/10

Oct 13, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Though it was unceremoniously canceled after only one season by the NBC brass, the high-octane reinvention of this famous Crime TV series gets the DVD treatment. 7/10

Oct 11, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Having chased various monsters and demons over the past three seasons, the Winchester brothers are back, this time working to prevent Lucifer from ruling the world. 8/10

Sep 15, 2009 - Dominic Messier

This follow-up to the popular 2006 remake, sees the infamous Inspector Jacques Clouseau clumsily making his way through the hunt for a famed thief, named Tornado. 7.5/10

Jul 6, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Related to its predecessor in name only, there is nothing worthwhile about this direct-to-video sequel, about a psychic investigator tracking down a serial killer. 2/10

Jun 29, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Arguably the most notorious piece of work by funnyman Eddie Murphy, Delirious is without a doubt the most quotable stand-up routine of the 1980's. It's out again on DVD.

Jun 21, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Though the cast sounds promising seeing how many of them are current or former Saturday Night Live cast, Spring Breakdown lives up to its title, the wrong way. 3/10

Jun 18, 2009 - Dominic Messier

German kinetic director Tom Tykwer (Run Lola Run) helms this fast paced thriller about investigators tackling a global bank with ties to most criminal organizations. 7/10

Jun 16, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Possibly the last appearance by Eastwood in front of the camera, Gran Torino could easily be seen as a sixth Dirty Harry movie, with Eastwood cleaning up the neighborhood

Jun 14, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Despite a handful of logistical shortcomings, BenQ's new portable projection device amazes in terms of its size and low noise emission, despite its lack of battery. 7/10

Jun 13, 2009 - Dominic Messier

In his first cinematic collaboration with real-life wife Kate Winslet, Sam Mendes adapts Richard Yates' powerful suburban novel about a couple in marital trouble. 7.5/10

Jun 9, 2009 - Dominic Messier

With another wave of recent cancellations following the 2008-2009 TV season, the networks are already lining up a few sci-fi offerings come September. Here's a glimpse...

Jun 8, 2009 - Dominic Messier

After appearing in the American comedy Forgetting Sarah Marshall, British comedian Russell Brand stars in this somewhat slow moving hour long weak stand up show. 3/10

Jun 7, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Based on the classic UK improv show, the U.S. "Whose Line" had a great run during its six seasons. Many of the funnier and questionable skits appear in this two-disc set.

Jun 6, 2009 - Dominic Messier

After a fairly good run at the box office, Bryan Singer's Valkyrie hits the high-def format, filled with informative tidbits about the men who tried to kill Hitler. 8/10

Jun 6, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Featuring forty comics, ranging from the now famous (Tim Allen) to the obscure (Basile Katsikis?), Laff Zone is remindful of old "Night at the Improv" episodes. 4/10

Jun 3, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Essentially a collection of 10 black and white documentaries exploring "the day that will live in infamy", this informative two-disc set is a must for war buffs. 6.5/10

Jun 3, 2009 - Dominic Messier

The very popular London stage play by Peter Morgan gets a silver screen treatment, featuring the same leads, with Frank Langella as Nixon and Michael Sheen as Frost. 8/10

Jun 3, 2009 - Dominic Messier

With the influx of animated films of late, this film by Universal studios comes off as somewhat lacking, as it tries to pay homage to Kate DiCamillo's popular book. 5/10

May 25, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Following the first two films directed by Len Wiseman, special effects wiz Patrick Tatopoulos jumps in the director's chair, in this fairly slow fantasy prequel. 6/10

May 22, 2009 - Dominic Messier

In this latest film based on characters from James Cameron's original 1984 film, Christian Bale and Sam Worthington co-star in the ongoing battle against Skynet. 7/10

May 21, 2009 - Dominic Messier

In a dream package for hardcore Trekkies, Paramount has remastered and re-released the first original Trek films, in crisp high definition Bluray, with great results.

May 15, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Following the continuing adventures of the later Starship Enterprise-D, headed by Captain Jean-Luc Picard, Paramount offers four top-rated episodes for fans. 8/10

May 11, 2009 - Dominic Messier

With 79 episodes overall to choose from, Paramount decided to go with fan favorites, by offering a varied selection, with the release of this four-episode set. 8/10

May 11, 2009 - Dominic Messier

In what may be deemed an absolute treat for both newcomers and hardcore fans alike, the first Star Trek Original Series season comes packed with a tons of extras. 9/10

May 11, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Just when you thought a franchise could never be revitalized, an ingenious TV producer turned Hollywood director took the reigns and reinvented a cult hit. 9.5/10

May 8, 2009 - Dominic Messier

From AMC, the same U.S. network which also recently brought on Mad Men and Hustle, comes Breaking Bad, a tragicomic look into the world of the suburban drug trade. 8/10

May 3, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Director Peter Hyams, known for more recent fare such as Timecop and End of Days, directs this passable cerebral sequel to Stanley Kubrick's science-fiction masterpiece.

Apr 29, 2009 - Dominic Messier

After a considerable hiatus from Hollywood, Mickey Rourke returns to top form as an aging wrestler, whose life scars in and out of the ring are slow to heal.

Apr 28, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Based on Bernard Schlink's powerful novel Der Vorleser, The Reader is a moving drama about regret, love, and the pain endured by keeping secrets for too long. 8.5/10

Apr 25, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Having delved into some dramatic roles and having played supporting characters in family fare, Jim Carrey is back to true hyperactive form in Yes Man, now in Blu-Ray.

Apr 19, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Though a transparent parable on our planet's environmental issues, this remake of the 1951 sci-fi hit sadly misses many of the memorable elements of the original. 6/10

Apr 18, 2009 - Dominic Messier

SNL alumnus Adam Sandler tries his hand at conservative family fare, in this Disney comedy about a playful janitor whose stories to his nephew and niece come true. 7/10

Apr 18, 2009 - Dominic Messier

In this intricate whodunit, Russell Crowe plays a seasoned journalist who uncovers a deeply rooted political scandal involving Ben Affleck's congressman character. 8/10

Apr 18, 2009 - Dominic Messier

The film that made Keanu Reeves a Cult Film demigod, and also introduced the ubiquitous "bullet time" effect, The Matrix is 10 years old, and comes out on Blu-Ray. 8/10

Apr 14, 2009 - Dominic Messier

A much awaited Bluray box set with nearly 18 hours of extras lets fans can relive their favorite moments from the original first four films, released from 1989 to 1997.

Apr 11, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Based on journalist John Grogan's collections of popular columns which mainly focused on his interactions with his golden labrador, Marley & Me is a moving film. 8.5/10

Apr 11, 2009 - Dominic Messier

The star and writer of such hits as The Office (UK Version) and Extras, appears on stage in this DVD release of his popular US tour, offering another does of wit. 8/10

Apr 8, 2009 - Dominic Messier

A comedy for both Star Wars fans and Star Trek enthusiasts, Fanboys about is four enterprising fans, who try to steal The Phantom Menace so their dying friend can see it.

Apr 6, 2009 - Dominic Messier

In this film which reunites the original film's Vin Diesel and Paul Walker, both men try to set their differences aside, to bring down a ruthless Mexican drug lord. 5/10

Apr 5, 2009 - Dominic Messier

The brainchild of producers Chuck Lorre and Bill Prady (Two and a Half Men, Dharma and Greg), Big Bang Theory follows two scientist roommates and their inner circle. 9/10

Apr 4, 2009 - Dominic Messier

This newest James Bond action movie is Daniel Craig's second outing as the dashing yet deadly agent 007, in this visually fast-paced direct sequel to Casino Royale. 7/10

Apr 3, 2009 - Dominic Messier

After its winning theatrical run last November, the Catherine Hardwicke movie based on Stephanie Meyer's successful book, hits the home video market ferociously. 7/10

Apr 3, 2009 - Dominic Messier

A new documentary by filmmaker Pietra Brettkelly, follows controversial artist Vanessa Beecroft as she passionately tries to adopt two near-orphaned twins in Sudan. 4/10

Apr 2, 2009 - Dominic Messier

A new comedy from rising Quebec director Matthiew Klinck, Hank and Mike explore the ups and downs of two Easter bunnies who get laid off from their famous jobs. 7/10

Apr 2, 2009 - Dominic Messier

In Milk, Oscar winner Sean Penn plays Harvey Milk, a good humored gay man who refuses to accept the plight of his community in San Francisco, and runs for office. 8.5/10

Apr 1, 2009 - Dominic Messier

The latest of the teenage road movies (Road Trip, Eurotrip), Sex Drive tells the questionable tale of a teen virgin who drives off to meet a girl he meets online. 4/10

Mar 25, 2009 - Dominic Messier

The newest animated film overseen by John Lasseter and co-directed by Chris Williams, Bolt tells of a dog who ventures cross country to save his beloved owner. 7/10

Mar 24, 2009 - Dominic Messier

In this film by director Alex Proyas, Nicolas Cage tries to decipher a cryptic letter from an elementary school time capsule, which may predict future disasters. 7/10

Mar 20, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Alex Proyas is known to millions of sci-fi fans as the director of past hits such as The Crow and I, Robot. He recently sat down at a roundtable Q&A to discuss his films.

Mar 18, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Director Alex Proyas discusses the inspiration for the new film which stars Nicolas Cage, as a man faced with information which may announce the end of the world.

Mar 18, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Alex Proyas is a recognized director responsible for works such as Dark City, and The Crow. In part two of four of a series of articles, Proyas discusses the film's theme

Mar 18, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Alex Proyas, the seasoned director of such films as Dark City, The Crow and I, Robot, recently sat down at a roundtable Q&A regarding his new film, Knowing, out March 20.

Mar 18, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Following such demonic themed films as Rosemary's Baby, and The Omen, The Haunting of Molly Hartley follows a teen's terror as she's about to turn 18 years old. 4/10

Mar 17, 2009 - Dominic Messier

In Barry Levinson's latest film, Oscar Winner DeNiro stars as a power player cursed with a series of failed projects and marriages, in this uneven take on Hollywood. 5/10

Mar 16, 2009 - Dominic Messier

In Flash of Genius, Kinnear plays Bob Kearns, inventor of the intermittent windshield wiper. Large auto companies took his idea. Drama ensues. 6/10

Mar 14, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Based on the cult hit directed and produced by Wes Craven and Sean Cunningham, this remake tells of parents exacting revenge on criminals who abuse their daughter. 5/10

Mar 13, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Essentially a televised anthology akin to Creepshow or The Twilight Zone, Tales from the Darkside offers somewhat low budget tales of terror and horror. 3/10

Mar 11, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Creator Bryan Fuller's funnily clever series about recently deceased folk who get recruited into reaping souls, is now on DVD and features both seasons and TV movie. 8/10

Mar 11, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Despite a decent cast of relatively unknown actors and a beautiful setting, Spike Lee's tale of African American soldiers in Italy runs way too long on a short tale. 6/10

Mar 9, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Everyone's favorite hockey mask killing machine is now appearing on his twelfth screen incarnation, so Paramount revisits the first three installments, in remastered DVD.

Mar 9, 2009 - Dominic Messier

In a feat many would have thought impossible 20 years ago, director Zack Snyder directs 'Watchmen', a tale of an alternate year 1985, filled with ex-superheroes. 9/10

Mar 6, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Leonardo DiCaprio plays a determined CIA undercover agent, assigned to track down a wanted terrorist, all under the watchful eye of handler Russell Crowe. 6.5/10

Mar 2, 2009 - Dominic Messier

In keeping up with the times and the new technology, Universal has re-released its popular Back to the Future film trilogy, with some new extras, and a few old ones. 7/10

Feb 23, 2009 - Dominic Messier

In this, the latest direct-to-video release in the Air Bud series, which in turn spawned the Air Buddies series, Space Buddies follows the six puppies into space. 3/10

Feb 20, 2009 - Dominic Messier

When an epidemic called "white blindness" causes social order to break down in an unnamed city, Julianne Moore is the last one to see, in this though provoking film. 7/10

Feb 19, 2009 - Dominic Messier

In Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist, audiences are treated to a wonderful romance for the young generation, a "When Harry Met Sally" for the 21st Century. 8.5/10

Feb 18, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Antarctic Mission takes the viewer on a visually stunning journey to the Antarctic Circle, exploring the frozen continent and the changes brought on by global warming.

Feb 16, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Northern Greetings (aka "Des Nouvelles du Nord" in Quebec French) is a short documentary about the daily lives of the people of Radisson, Qc, and its native neighbors.

Feb 16, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Roman Polanski: Wanted and Desired looks at the life and times of the French-born Polish director, whose ambiguous legal treatment in 1978 led to his exile in France.

Feb 15, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Gather your single friends together and host an anti-Valentine's Day party. These films will make you grateful that you're not in a bad relationship.

Feb 14, 2009 - Dominic Messier

If sommeliers can recommend wine with a meal, a film critic can recommend a fine film for a meal. Enjoy these matches for an entertaining evening in for couples.

Feb 13, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Take the guesswork out of Valentine's Day: Here are some films that are sure to please both guys and gals for a romantic (and affordable) evening in.

Feb 11, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Bottle Shock is a lovely tale about a small vineyard in the Californian Napa Valley, which went on to be recognized in a publicized blind taste test in France, in 1976.

Feb 10, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Former TV Mountie Paul Gross presents his latest directorial effort, a love story set during Canada's European involvement in World War One.

Feb 10, 2009 - Dominic Messier

The Rocker features The Office's Rainn Wilson as Robert "Fish" Fishman, a rock drummer once booted from a famous act, only to inspire a younger group twenty years later.

Feb 6, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Jersey-born indie auteur Kevin Smith leaves the Askewniverse once again, with a tale about roommates who turn to making an adult film, in order to raise cash for bills.

Feb 4, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Having spent the last few decades providing variations on the same tales of neurotic love and romance, Woody Allen heads to Spain for a newer twist on the same theme.

Feb 4, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Lakeview Terrace is an uncomfortable thriller which deals with neighbor issues, when a strongly opinionated veteran cop takes offense at the mixed race couple next door.

Feb 4, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Pride and Glory is a tale about family values, loyalty and integrity, as seen through the eyes of a family of police officers, through generations of the NYPD

Jan 31, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Following in the same vein as his previous works, Snatch, Lock Stock and Two Smoking Barrels, Guy Ritchie stays true to form, with this well written comical crime caper.

Jan 31, 2009 - Dominic Messier

In this live-action adaptation of the best selling video game, Wahlberg stars as Max, a determined cop with nothing to lose, as he searches for his family's killers.

Jan 31, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Based on the first of Jeanne DuPrau's Books of Ember series, City of Ember tells the tale of an underground city and its inhabitants, and the search for the outside world

Jan 29, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Though it showed promise as the latest show featuring a crime fighting creature of the night, Moonlight was cancelled after only one season, and is offered here on DVD.

Jan 26, 2009 - Dominic Messier

In The Express, Rob Brown plays Ernie Davis, a colored football star who made his mark playing for the Syracuse Orangemen, in the late 1950's, making his way to the NFL

Jan 26, 2009 - Dominic Messier

The hit series which reinvented the original 1970's sci-fi classic, Battlestar Galactica is back for the first half of its final season, with 10 action packed episodes.

Jan 22, 2009 - Dominic Messier

A full-length feature which picks up from the events depicted in the four Resident Evil video games by Capcom, Resident Evil Degeneration provides further bloody rampage.

Jan 22, 2009 - Dominic Messier

The second directorial outing by actor Ed Harris (the first film being Pollock), Appaloosa tells of the story of two lawmen hired to clean up a small southern town.

Jan 21, 2009 - Dominic Messier

In Jonathan Levine's The Wackness, Sir Ben Kingsley co-stars with up-and-coming actor Josh Peck, as a psychiatrist helping a hapless teen while facing his own issues.

Jan 20, 2009 - Dominic Messier

In their first pairing since their famous restaurant scene in Heat (1995), De Niro and Pacino are back on screen in Righteous Kill, with mixed results.

Jan 18, 2009 - Dominic Messier

A sweet little documentary about the various cliques which exist within any small town high school, American Teen follows five kids throughout their senior year.

Jan 15, 2009 - Dominic Messier

In anticipation of the film sequel "X-Files: I Want to Believe", Fox Home Video has released eight select episodes aimed at revisiting some familiar themes

Jan 14, 2009 - Dominic Messier

A film that has left many viewers squirming in their seats due to its taboo content, Alan Ball's Towelhead tells of a young teen moving in with her strict dad in Texas.

Jan 12, 2009 - Dominic Messier

Six years after its considerable nine season run, The X-Files return to the big screen for a second motion picture, with Mulder and Scully investigating body mutilations.

Jan 7, 2009 - Dominic Messier

After three packed seasons on the mysterious island, dealing with the Others, and trying to find a way home, the survivors of Oceanic 815 are back for another turn.

Jan 5, 2009 - Dominic Messier