Phoenix DVD Blog

If you’re new to World War II television, it can be hard to know where to start. Three series dominate the conversation — Band of Brothers , The Pacific , and Masters of the Air . They’re often mentioned together, share the same creative roots, and each tells a different part of the same global story. But they’re not the same experience. I have these two sets on Blu-ray, and I’m still waiting for Masters of the Air to get a proper physical release. If you jump in at the wrong point, there’s a good chance you won’t fully appreciate what makes them so powerful. So the real question isn’t just which one is best — it’s: Which one should you watch first? Quick Answer: Start Here If you want the simplest route: Start with Band of Brothers Then watch The Pacific Finish with Masters of the Air That order gives you the strongest emotional connection first, followed by a deeper and darker perspective, and finally a different viewpoint from the skies above Europe.  This is...

There’s a certain age, around 11 or 12, where going to the cinema feels like a major event. Not just something to do, but something you build up to, talk about for days, and remember for years afterwards. For me, that time is tied to a handful of films that still stand out today. Not just because of what they were, but because of when I saw them. I can still picture it clearly, standing in the queue at the sweet counter, convinced I was going to miss the start of the film. Even though we were always there early, at least 20 minutes before the cartoon started, it never felt early enough. At that age, you’re not analysing films, you’re just experiencing them. And somehow, those experiences stick. I had all of these movies before on DVD but sold them when things were tough. I continue to buy movies on Blu Ray these days but only when I really want them or I get a good deal.  ⭐ The Foundation – Star Wars at Home Before all of these, there was Star Wars . That was my ultimate h...