Author: Scott Malchus

Scott Malchus is a writer, filmmaker and die hard Cleveland Indians fan. His memoir, “Basement Songs,” is available in paperback and Kindle. He wrote and directed the film “King's Highway." His family is heavily involved in fund raising to find a cure for cystic fibrosis. Scott Malchus is an employee of Cartoon Network and Turner Broadcasting. The opinions expressed on Popdose are his own and do not reflect those of his employer. Email: Malchus@popdose.com. Follow him @MrMalchus

August 1, 2017• Contests

Popdose Giveaway! Win a Digital Download copy of “The Wizard of Lies”

Enter to win a digital copy of the HBO's Emmy nominated film, "The Wizards of Lies."...

June 17, 2017• Theatre

Theater Review: “The New Bad Boys of Magic”

The estranged members of a magic act reunite on stage during The New Bad Boys of Magic, a one-act play now holding performances as a part...

February 3, 2017• Film

The Weekend Matinee: “Searching for Bobby Fischer”

For a couple of years, I’ve been trying to convince my daughter to watch this gem, but each time I explained the plot of "Searching for...

January 20, 2017• Film

The Weekend Matinee: “Gone with the Wind”

Was Gone with the Wind too long? I don’t know. Did I like it? Not sure. Obviously it left some impression on me, because here I am, 40...

December 6, 2016• Television, TV Reviews

TV Review: “Quarry”

While HBO receives the lion’s share of press for its original programming, the network’s sister station, Cinemax, has been producing...

November 23, 2016• Contests, Film

Popdose Giveway: Win copies of ” Marx Brothers Silver Screen Collection” on Blu-ray and ” Gregory Peck Centennial Collection” on DVD

This year, Universal Studios Home Entertainment is releasing two special movie collections, and Popdose has copies for one lucky reader....

November 23, 2016• Contests, Film

Popdose Giveway: “Jason Bourne” Blu-ray Combo Pack

Enter to win a Blu-ray combo pack of the latest Matt Damon action film, "Jason Bourne."...

October 17, 2016• Television, TV on Blu-ray

TV on Blu-ray: “The Night Of”

Believe the hype, "The Night Of" is as great as advertised....

October 14, 2016• Blu-ray Reviews, Film

Blu-ray Review: “X-Men: Apocalypse”

"X-Men: Apocalypse" is a solid entry in the X-Men film canon. Not the best, but worth a visit just to see Quicksilver....

October 12, 2016• Blu-ray Reviews, Film

Blu-ray Reviews: “Aliens: 30th Anniversary Edition” and “John Carpenter’s The Thing: Collector’s Edition”

Just in time for Halloween, two of the 80s greatest sci-fi/horror films have spectacular new Blu-ray releases....

October 3, 2016• Blu-ray Reviews, Film

Blu-ray Review: “Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising”

Seth Rogen and Zac Efron are back at it in "Neighbors 2," but it's the ladies that steal the film....

August 29, 2016• Blu-ray Reviews, Film

Blu-ray Reviews: “Return of the Living Dead,” “Buckaroo Banzai” and “Midnight Run”

Three cult favs from the 80s receive beautiful treatment on Blu-ray....

July 22, 2016• Contests, Television

Popdose Giveaway: “Silicon Valley: The Complete Season Three” on Digital HD

Enter to win Season 3 of HBO's Emmy nominated comedy, "Silicon Valley" on Digital HD...

May 5, 2016• Contests, Film

Popdose Giveaway: Win a Copy of “The Boy” on Blu-ray

Win a copy of the chilling horror film, "The Boy", starring Lauren Cohan and a creepy doll!...

March 28, 2016• Television, The Three Strike Rule, TV on Blu-ray

The Three Strike Rule: Freaks and Geeks and Fallen Heroes

"Game of Thrones: Season 5" and the long anticipated Blu-ray debut of "Freaks and Geeks"...

March 24, 2016• Television, TV on DVD

TV on DVD: “The Americans” Season 3 DVD

Season 3 of the acclaimed FX series on DVD....

February 29, 2016• Television, The Three Strike Rule

The Three Strike Rule: “Fargo” (Year Two)

Anyone missing a great crime drama now that Justified and Breaking Bad have driven off into the sunset, seek out Fargo and enjoy the ride....

February 18, 2016• Blu-ray Reviews, Film

Blu-ray Review: “Trumbo”

Bryan Cranston becomes controversial writer Dalton Trumbo in this new biopic....

February 16, 2016• Blu-ray Reviews, Film

Blu-ray Review: “Steve Jobs”

"Steve Jobs" is one of 2015's best and most overlooked films....

February 16, 2016• Television, The Three Strike Rule, TV on Blu-ray

The Three Strike Rule: “Togetherness: The Complete Season One”

The Duplass brothers transition to television with ease....

February 15, 2016• Contests, Film

Popdose Giveaway: Win “Steve Jobs” on Blu-ray Combo Pack

Enter for a chance to win "Steve Jobs" on Blu-ray combo pack....

February 5, 2016• Contests, Television, TV on DVD

Popdose Giveaway: Win HBO’s “Show Me a Hero” on DVD

Enter for a chance to win the Golden Globe winning HBO mini-series starring Oscar Isaac....

January 18, 2016• Blu-ray Reviews, Film

Blu-ray Review: “The Martian”

Matt Damon leads a stellar ensemble cast in Ridley Scott's "The Martian."...

January 16, 2016• Contests, Film

Popdose Contest: Win “Everest” on Blu-ray

Here's your chance to win a Blu-ray of the thrilling adventure "Everest."...

January 10, 2016• Blu-ray Reviews, Film

Blu-ray Reviews: “Sinister 2” and “Deathgasm”

Forget the slick Hollywood sequel and go straight for the New Zealand import. "Deathgasm" kicks ass!...

January 9, 2016• Contests, Film

Popdose Giveaway: Win “Sinister 2” on Blu-ray

Enter to win of copy of "Sinister 2" and get your pants scared off of you!...

January 6, 2016• Contests, Film

Popdose Giveaway: Win a copy of M. Night Shyamalan’s latest, “The Visit”

Enter to win a Blu-ray of M. Night Shyamalan's latest thriller....

January 6, 2016• Contests, Film

Popdose Giveaway: Win “The Green Inferno” on Blu-ray

Here's a chance to win a copy of Eli Roth's terrifying tale of cannibalism!...

December 1, 2015• Book Reviews, Books, Music

Book Review: “Van Halen Rising” by Greg Renoff

Greg Renoff's "Van Halen Rising" charts the early triumphs, mishaps and wildness of the band that saved heavy metal....

November 16, 2015• Blu-ray Reviews, Film

Blu-ray Review: “Trainwreck”

Amy Schumer and Bill Hader are a perfect match in the Schumer/Judd Apatow film, "Trainwreck."...

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