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Odd Problems,Great Sculpt:The "Raiders Of The Lost Ark" "Retrieving The Idol" Ornament Fizzles(My 3800th Review!)

Sat, 7 Nov 2009 17:56:27 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author wlswarts - With all of the Christmas ornaments on the market this year, it seems Lucasfilm is raking it in in their attempt to corner the market with merchandising their properties. In addition to the usual line-up of "Star Wars" ornaments, this year Lucasfilm...

Super Awesome Classic Monty Python's Flying Circus Overcomes The Medium's Limitations With "Volume 5!"

Sat, 7 Nov 2009 16:29:31 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author wlswarts - Sometimes, something is just so wonderful, it doesn't matter how it is presented, it is refreshing and wonderful to see. In the case of "Monty Python's Flying Circus," I have been very hesitant to rate the VHS tapes high. After all, the episodes now...

Not Worth Stocking Up On, Madagascar Vanilla Red In The Six-Pack Is Unimpressive.

Sat, 7 Nov 2009 14:25:32 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author wlswarts - As a reviewer of many, many teas, I have been discovering the joy of refining my palate and trying so many different types of food (in addition to giving me an unfortunate, slight paunch). This, I believe, allows me to bring some authority to the...

Entirely Repetitive: “Out Of Our Heads” Is An Early Disappointment From The Rolling Stones!(Lean-N-Mean W/O!)

Sat, 7 Nov 2009 13:19:33 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author wlswarts - In my quest to broaden my horizons, I have taken on The Rolling Stones as my November Artist Of The Month (my first review for them was “The Rolling Stones, Now!” at:...

"All The King's Men" Is A Political Fairy Tale That Doesn't Quite Stand Up!

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 22:57:55 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author wlswarts - Every now and then, I wonder if people who remake classic films ever feel cheated when the remake does far poorer than the original. It was only a few minutes after picking up "All The King's Men" for my Best Picture Project (at:...

Surprisingly Cool (Not Just Because He's Limited) The Greedo Ornament (Twelve Ornaments Before Christmas Write-Off#5)!

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 19:14:33 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author wlswarts - Every now and then, Hallmark does something special to surprise those who collect their ornaments. This year, on the premiere weekend when Hallmark released its 2009 line-up of ornaments, they released a limited edition "Star Wars" ornament that did...

"Sleeping Beauty" Is Very Average Children's Fare, Even On An Exceptional DVD

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 17:51:21 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author wlswarts - It is a rare thing that I sit down and watch a Disney film and while I went and saw "Up" (reviewed at: http://www.epinions.com/conten
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Mediocre Moment, Mediocre Ornament: “Harry! Happy Birthday!” Disappoints (Twelve Ornaments Before Christmas Write-Off #4!)

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 14:29:24 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author wlswarts - As I continue to evaluate various holiday ornaments, I am once again left considering how few ornaments are actually holiday or Christmas related this year. I come to this while considering the “Harry! Happy Birthday!” ornament because there...

W.L.’s November Artist Of The Month Arrives With “The Rolling Stones, Now!”

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 13:12:59 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author wlswarts - With the recent attention on The Beatles – whatwith this summer’s re-release of their albums – I decided to take a different turn. For sure, I’ve done a review or two of albums by The Beatles, like their anthology album (at:...

"Jewish Like Me," "Gentleman's Agreement" Hits Its Mark (Repetitively)!

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 11:25:54 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author wlswarts - As I continue to review older films, I find myself surprised by how few films I have seen featuring the supposed greats of acting. So, for example, until tonight, the only other film I had seen with Gregory Peck was "To Kill A Mockingbird" (reviewed...

Going Lean-N-Mean On Pillsbury Classic Cookbooks Magazine!

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 21:15:57 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author wlswarts - Sometimes, the right promotion comes at the right time for a product review. I have been straining to come up with enough to write about “Pillsbury” Magazine (professionally known as “Pillsbury Classic Cookbooks Magazine,” though it does not say that...

A Bundle Pack: "Frasier" The Complete Series Leaves Us Wishing For More.

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 20:13:29 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author wlswarts - There are essentially two types of "Complete Series" packages on DVD. The first are the bundle packs, the second are repackages. The bundle packs are very simple; they take the previously released seasons of boxed-set DVDs and repackage them together,...

Stocking Up On The Mediocre? No, I Think Not! "Sleepytime Vanilla" 6-pack Disappoints!

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 18:37:08 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author wlswarts - Given how these things usually happen, it is worth noting that this is a brand new tea review! I mention this up front because the bulk packs of teas here on Epinions often compel those of us who review food and drink to use the multipacks to comment...

Representing Music In The Lean-N-Mean! “Watchmen” Two-Track “Single” Flops!

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 14:53:07 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author wlswarts -


As a new TR in Music, I feel some Category pride and seeing the friendly competition that has engulfed the Lean-N-Mean Write-Off where everything is organized...

A Solid Refrigerator/Freezer, Even If It's Not Quite My Style.

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 13:46:57 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author wlswarts - My partner and I are currently living at my mother's house and, obviously, this is not an ideal living situation. Even so, we've been getting by and one of the biggest adjustments for me has been losing my kitchenspace from the house I...

Staying Around Home (And Looking At It Objectively) The Blase Days Inn, Canastota.

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 11:08:21 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author wlswarts - As a proud resident of Upstate New York (there IS more than just The City, you know!), I felt that I ought to take a few moments to reflect upon something truly local. In this case, I decided to get away for a night at a local hotel with the intent to...

Great Aroma, Decent Tea, Celestial Seasonings Vanilla Strawberry Rose Is Good, But Could Be Better.

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 09:07:50 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author wlswarts - In my many reviews of teas, I often find myself encountering flavors that are not quite congruent with the taste they claim to possess. This is not always a detraction and sometimes I find myself delighted by the result. In some cases, I find myself...

A Massive Boxed Set Makes Us Believe Peter, Paul And Mary Can "Carry It On!"

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 01:09:51 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author wlswarts - As October has come to an end, I find myself finishing up the last of my October Artist Of The Month a few days late before I start on my new group (stay tuned!). As such, I begin with the boxed set that was the impetus to select Peter, Paul And Mary...

Erratic Functioning Makes For A Split Decision On The Ultralast UL-BP511 Battery Pack!

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 16:59:46 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author wlswarts - Today may well be my day for Lean-N-Mean reviews! My original intent was to review my partner's camera (that shall be forthcoming) but it died on her recently, leaving me adrift and unable to review it. That said, I thought it might be useful to write...

Mediocre Dickens: "A Christmas Carol" Underwhelms (My Lean-N-Mean Write-Off Entry!)

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 14:20:57 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author wlswarts - I am not known for brevity,yet I wanted to be able to join in with the Lean-N- Mean Write-Off. I finally came across something I felt I could participate and be thorough with with Disney's new version of "A Christmas Carol." After all, given that the...

Another Surprise For Me: Mitzie Enjoys Yogurt Flavored Booda Bones (When There's Nothing Else)!

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 03:28:06 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author wlswarts - My partner surprises me quite a bit lately when it comes to pet products. She has great taste, but some of the products she picks surprise me for the fact that she thinks our dog will enjoy them. Even so, she has a pretty wonderful record with picking...

"Everybody Drives Me Crazy," "Marty" Is A Good, If Slow, Character Study.

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 01:09:04 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author wlswarts - Throughout my quest to get through every film that won the Best Picture Oscar, I have been very slow to get into the films from the 1950s. I don't exactly have a phobia of them or anything, but I've never been a huge fan of black and white movies or...

Two Early James Taylor Albums On A Single Cassette…Still Not Worth Picking Up!

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 17:26:47 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author wlswarts - This past weekend, my partner and I went to an estate sale where we found all sorts of music from crooners and classic artists. Ironically, I was looking through the boxes and boxes of records and cassettes and I found something that struck me as both a...

If The "Luke's Landspeeder" Hallmark Ornament Is So Detailed,Why Am I So Underwhelmed By It?

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 13:17:35 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author wlswarts - In my eagerness to review all sorts of Christmas ornaments, I tend to look at a lot of science-fiction themed ornaments because I am a big fan of science fiction and I like collectibles. So, looking over the sea of "Star Trek" and "Star Wars" ornaments...

In Its Ninth Season, "Friends" Settles In For Average Episodes And Average DVD Presentation.

Mon, 2 Nov 2009 22:10:35 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author wlswarts - When a long-running television show does not know just how much longer it has, it is interesting to see how it develops and how it makes use of the time it has left. According to the commentary track on "Friends" Season 8 (reviewed at:...