This guide aims to provide comprehensive reviews and ratings for a wide array of films released on video, serving as a critical resource for consumers navigating the home entertainment market.

As a guide from its era, the 'Video Movie Guide 1999' would have been a valuable tool for consumers seeking curated recommendations in the burgeoning home video market. Its utility lay in providing organized critical assessments and essential details for a vast number of films, helping viewers make informed choices. The publication's annual nature suggests an effort to keep pace with the rapid release schedule of the film industry. Its reception would have been tied to its accuracy, comprehensiveness, and the perceived authority of its reviewers in guiding consumer decisions.