SHAUN OF THE DEAD is a witty look at the undead. It leaves viewers with a silly grin on their faces until the gruesome end. It was a successful zombie movie that killed off main characters in a grisly way, all while keeping the tone light and acceptable.…
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There are two things that horror movies tend to iconize. The obvious ones are horror characters. Freddy, Jason, Michael Myers, and Leatherface are what I like to call the big four. Venerable horror figures with franchises that can last the test of time. Horror characters that multiple actors can play without anybody getting upset about it. I’m a man of a certain age, and the Halloween costumes of all four characters are just as relevant now as they were in…
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DEATH BECOMES HER is my kind of horror flick -not super scary, but bizarre, hair-raising, and borderline chilling. Spooky movies need an absurd plot, music that pumps your heart along with a lightning storm in the middle of the night, a kick-ass cast, and humorous moments. Robert Zemeckis created a most intriguing comedy, fantasy, and horror film in 1992, which won an Oscar for Special and Visual Effects. Looking younger than your actual age is still a thing in Hollywood. The…
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THE PRIDE OF THE YANKEES is more than just another journey through sports. It was a sentimental and romantic story about a poor kid who achieved his dream. It had depth and tenacity that came from Lou’s gut and soul. It is a classic sports film.…
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APPLES NEVER FALL shines a glaring light on the misrepresentation of family dynamics.…
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To my surprise, this is a lot stronger from a comedic standpoint than the previous TED film (And much better than the past 10 years of FAMILY GUY).…
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MR. MONK’S LAST CASE: A MONK MOVIE was a trip down memory lane with an old friend that you didn’t realize how much he was missed over the last twelve years.…
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The HARRY POTTER series has a cauldron full of Christmas moments. Although the 8-movie franchise isn't a traditional choice for a holiday pick, there's something uniquely magical about rewatching the films around this time.…
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GENIE is a revisit of a timeless story theme. The problem is that once movie goers have experienced the best, (Robin Williams in ALADDIN) it is impossible to accept Melissa McCarthy’s weak attempt. …
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