Dune: Part II (2024) March 2nd, 2024
If I were to give a straightforward review of Dune 2 it would be a regurgitation of my 2021 Dune review. Dune 2 is a visual spectacle paired with stiff … Continue Reading Dune: Part II (2024) March 2nd, 2024
Jackass 4.5 (2022) February 26th, 2024
Jackass’ traditional point-five sequels is back with Jackass 4.5 featuring behind the scenes antics, bonus stunts, and heartfelt moments of cast camaraderie. Jackass 4.5 chronicles Jackass Forever‘s troubled and unexpected … Continue Reading Jackass 4.5 (2022) February 26th, 2024
Let My Puppets Come (1976) February 19th, 2024
Hyperbole is rewarded in modern American self expression. A decade ago Louis C.K. commented on the overuse of adjectives like ‘hilarious’ and ‘amazing’ suggests an underlying competitiveness inherent in self … Continue Reading Let My Puppets Come (1976) February 19th, 2024
Memoirs of an Invisible Man (1992) February 15th, 2024
Sometimes renowned directors cast comedic actors against type to great success. Paul Thomas Anderson and Adam Sandler. Gus Van Sant and Robin Williams. Michel Gondry and Jim Carrey. It’s a … Continue Reading Memoirs of an Invisible Man (1992) February 15th, 2024
At Midnight I’ll Take Your Soul (1964) February 14th, 2024
Somewhere under the dust and past the cobwebs in my mind exists the memory of when I discovered Coffin Joe. I was in high school working a summer job and … Continue Reading At Midnight I’ll Take Your Soul (1964) February 14th, 2024
The Iron Claw (2023) January 7th, 2024
When I see an A24 film releasing in late December I see a movie the studio expects to be an Oscar contender. At minimum it’s Oscar bait. Unfortunately for A24, … Continue Reading The Iron Claw (2023) January 7th, 2024
36.15 Code Père Noël aka Deadly Games (1989) December 26th, 2023
Deadly Games is a kid-uses-gadgets-to-defend-his-home-at-Christmas-movie precursor to Home Alone, but don’t expect Deadly Games to be a heartwarming holiday romp. Thomas, Deadly Games‘ pint-sized protagonist, is the computer whizkid son … Continue Reading 36.15 Code Père Noël aka Deadly Games (1989) December 26th, 2023
Suburban Commando (1991) December 4th, 2023
I’ve probably seen the trailer for Suburban Commando 50 times because it was included in the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Secret of the Ooze VHS tape I watched … Continue Reading Suburban Commando (1991) December 4th, 2023
It’s a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie (2002) November 27th, 2023
The Muppet Christmas Carol, the ultimate rendition of Dickens’ A Christmas Carol followed closely by the version starring George C. Scott is my holiday-movie version of Frank’s Red Sauce, I … Continue Reading It’s a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie (2002) November 27th, 2023
The Devil Rides Out (1968) October 30th, 2023
The Devil Rides Out stands apart from other great horror-adventure pictures by being far less horrific or adventurous and far more British than most. Set in late 1920s England, The … Continue Reading The Devil Rides Out (1968) October 30th, 2023
Skinamarink (2022) October 28th, 2023
Henry Rollins once waxed incredulous about how the people who don’t prepare for airport security checks and slowly unpack the contents of their pockets and purses. Everyone else in line … Continue Reading Skinamarink (2022) October 28th, 2023
Prom Night (1980) October 23rd, 2023
Coming to us via the good people at the Criterion Channel, Prom Night is a regrettable addition to this year’s October horror marathon. It’s difficult to say where Prom Night … Continue Reading Prom Night (1980) October 23rd, 2023
Return of the Fly (1959) October 22nd, 2023
I had low expectations for Return of the Fly because this sequel to the campy and colorful The Fly was shot in a regressive black and white. Who would choose … Continue Reading Return of the Fly (1959) October 22nd, 2023
Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls (2023) October 19th, 2023
Movies based on popular YouTube characters like FRED: The Movie or Miranda Sings: Self Help are obnoxiously repulsive to me. I don’t know which to expect first, being run down … Continue Reading Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls (2023) October 19th, 2023
The White Reindeer (1952) October 16th, 2023
The White Reindeer sat on my shelf for years, patiently awaiting the October evening I would finally be ‘in the mood’ to watch a Finnish vampire movie. Eureka!’s synopsis calls … Continue Reading The White Reindeer (1952) October 16th, 2023
Massacre at Central High (1976) October 15th, 2023
A twisted study on hierarchy, morality, and authority, Massacre at Central High is a confounding exploration of society through the lens of a High-school new-kid. David’s finding it difficult to … Continue Reading Massacre at Central High (1976) October 15th, 2023
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