DVD Verdict: Reality TV

Jersey Shore: The Final Season

2013-03-25

Reviewed by Gordon Sullivan
Quote: "The antics are still inane, the people still repugnant, and the banter still largely stupid. Even among aficionados, this season won't rate."

Duck Dynasty: Season 2, Volume 1

2013-03-21

Reviewed by David Johnson
Quote: "I despise reality shows, but have absolutely embraced Duck Dynasty."

Ghost Hunters Academy

2013-01-25

Reviewed by David Johnson
Quote: "These students are so earnest in their wannabe ghost-hunting it becomes a semi-painful viewing experience, especially when their dreams are crushed by their betters."

Ernie Kovacs: Take A Good Look

2012-11-02

Reviewed by James A. Stewart
Quote: "Kovacs' explanations of the sketches are funnier than most of the sketches themselves."

Cajun Pawn Stars: Season One

2012-10-26

Reviewed by Michael Rubino
Quote: "It's bite-sized history created for a generation of TV viewers who can't sit still an entire documentary on the evolution of a blunderbuss."

Tight

2012-10-19

Reviewed by Dawn Hunt
Quote: "Difficult for me to recommend a DVD you'll probably watch without the sound."

David Blaine: Decade of Magic

2012-10-08

Reviewed by Gordon Sullivan
Quote: "For those new to Blaine's antics, this set is a good way to experience his endurance-defying performances."

Jersey Shore: Season Five

2012-08-24

Reviewed by Bill Gibron
Quote: "I would rather hang out with Honey Boo Boo and her inbred redneck cholesterol-infused clan than spend five more minutes with the jaundiced crew of Jersey Shore."

The Story of Wales

2012-08-22

Reviewed by P.S. Colbert
Quote: "This brilliant documentary cannot be properly absorbed without repeat viewings."

Dance Moms: Season One

2012-08-17

Reviewed by Brett Cullum
Quote: "If you take the most wretched parts of Toddlers & Tiaras and marry them with the backstabbing sequences of any of The Real Housewives you will get this show."