The world of indie horror filmmaking can be hit or miss. Occasionally, we may find a rare, unexpected gem proving that a lack of budget won’t always stand in the way of a satisfying final product. Take 2021’s WE’RE ALL GOING TO THE WORLD’S FAIR: a shoestring budget actually added to the aura of this unsettling festival hit, and whether you liked the divisive movie or not, it left everyone who’s seen it feeling unsettled and spooked. Unfortunately, the film…
Continue ReadingLIVING is a dreadfully slow Oscar-bait movie that follows William (Bill Nighy), a man who isn't "living" learning to live.…
Continue ReadingIt's all so good.....until it all goes ASTONISHINGLY BAD.…
Continue ReadingEMILY IN PARIS is beautiful visually.…
Continue ReadingDespite being a beautiful film to watch and a captivating performance from Christian Bale, THE PALE BLUE EYE is a dull horror film that doesn't have much to say. …
Continue ReadingWOMEN TALKING feels like a weird mashup of A HANDMAID'S TALE, A QUIET PLACE visuals, and the Amish lifestyle.…
Continue ReadingTHE SANTA CLAUSES did not have to be made.…
Continue ReadingAnother holiday rom/com is passing through AMAZON’s 2022 repertoire. YOUR CHRISTMAS OR MINE should probably just keep on going. …
Continue ReadingI’d planned to write a witty, fun, rhyming introduction to this review, but, well… what’s the point? The latest release from XYZ Films, THE MEAN ONE—a slasher film based on the iconic HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS (yes, you read that right)—is just not worth the effort. If you’re unfamiliar with XYZ Films, don’t kick yourself. They grabbed some attention this August by announcing their upcoming slasher flick, WINNIE THE POOH: BLOOD AND HONEY. You see, as soon as the…
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