A Second Look: Time has healed the reputation of the once-notorious film 'Ishtar,' among several critical 'flops' that have proved to be misunderstood rather than misguided.

For the three-hundredth installment of Movie of the Week, something special: Elaine May’s “Ishtar.” It’s one of my favorite films, and it’s the victim of enduring misunderstandings ...

Elaine May’s 1987 flop, “Ishtar,” might well be the most accomplished punching bag in cinematic history. The reasons aren’t hard to figure out, but are almost too numerous to name. Well ...

So, last night, the event happened: the previously unscreened director’s cut of “Ishtar” was shown (the rumor I heard is that it’s shorter than the released version of the film), the ...

Forgotten Tech LaserDisc the 1970’s DVD Era. Posted: December 26, 2024 | Last updated: March 6, 2025 "A retrospective on the forgotten tech of LaserDisc and its role in the 1970s DVD era.

Ishtar's sides are standard, though the "cabbage salad" is actually coleslaw like you'll find at Denny's. However, the restaurant prepares a solid Iraqi salad, fattoush, and other familiar plates.

Nacon has acquired Dead in series and The Last Spell developer Ishtar Games, the company announced.The acquisition is accompanied by the creation of the Ishtar label in order to develop the ...

Paris-based Believe Digital Music has acquired India’s Venus Music from the Venus Worldwide conglomerate. As part of the 100% acquisition, Venus Music is now rebranded as Ishtar. Financial ...

RCA announces CED disc - Tons of major studios supporting it. Several manufacturers as well. Pioneer buys the license to Phillips Laserdisc with One major studio support (MCA/Universal - Odd note ...