Time Bandits
(spoiler-free movie review) A whimsical exploration of time and space with a satirical edge. Director Terry Gillian kicks off his “Imagination Trilogy” with the 1981 genre-bending Time Bandits. The film … Continue Reading Time Bandits
Ambulance and Edge of Tomorrow on 4k Blu-ray
(physical media spotlight) Two new movies just became available for pre-order on Amazon. Both titles are getting 4k physical releases! Scroll below to view descriptions and specifications for each new … Continue Reading Ambulance and Edge of Tomorrow on 4k Blu-ray
The Deer Hunter
(spoiler-free movie review) An emotionally impactful movie with powerhouse performances and superb directing. Director Michael Cimino lovingly crafted a three-hour masterpiece that is amongst the most engrossing dramas ever captured … Continue Reading The Deer Hunter
Fear Street Part Three: 1666
(movie review) Please note: This review contains minor spoilers for Fear Street Part One: 1994 and Fear Street Part Two: 1978. Fear Street Part Three: 1666 is the third and … Continue Reading Fear Street Part Three: 1666
Halloween
(spoiler-free movie review) The original Halloween is a classic of horror cinema for good reason. Director John Carpenter crafted a suspenseful(and genuinely scary) slasher with a shoestring budget and an … Continue Reading Halloween
Fear Street Part Two: 1978
(movie review) Please note: This review contains minor spoilers for Fear Street Part One: 1994. Fear Street Part Two: 1978 is the second installment in a trilogy of films in … Continue Reading Fear Street Part Two: 1978
Shocktober Sale from Arrow Video Returns
(physical media spotlight) Arrow is one of my favorite boutique Blu-ray companies and their annual “Shocktober” sale just went live with huge discounts on cult classics. Head over to their … Continue Reading Shocktober Sale from Arrow Video Returns
Fear Street Part One: 1994
(spoiler-free movie review) Fear Street Part One: 1994 is the first in a trilogy of films in the slasher horror genre, released on Netflix over the course of three weeks … Continue Reading Fear Street Part One: 1994
Halloween Kills
(spoiler-free movie review) Halloween Kills delivers on it’s name with brutal carnage, courtesy of Michael Myers, but falls short in every other way. The story is a convoluted mess with … Continue Reading Halloween Kills
Phantasm
(spoiler-free movie review) Phantasm is a surrealistic journey that explores themes of loss and fear through the eyes of an adolescent boy, coping with the death of his parents. It’s … Continue Reading Phantasm
Upcoming Criterion Blu-ray Releases for January 2021
(physical media spotlight) January is upon us and with it comes four new entries into The Criterion Collection. There’s some interesting releases this month including a documentary about Bob Dylan … Continue Reading Upcoming Criterion Blu-ray Releases for January 2021
Upcoming Criterion Blu-ray Releases for November 2020
(physical media spotlight) November is here and with it comes five new entries into The Criterion Collection. There’s some solid releases this month including two(The Irishman and Moonstruck) that I’m … Continue Reading Upcoming Criterion Blu-ray Releases for November 2020
Ranking the Hotel Transylvania Movies from Worst to Best
The Hotel Transylvania movies are the perfect choice for family-friendly entertainment especially during the Halloween season. I already chronicled and rated every movie individually, so now it’s time to rank … Continue Reading Ranking the Hotel Transylvania Movies from Worst to Best
Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation
(spoiler-free movie review) Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation is another solid entry into this family-friendly series of animated movies. It was genuinely funny and full of memorable characters, voiced by … Continue Reading Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation
Motel Hell
(spoiler-free movie review) Motel Hell has everything I look for in a 1980’s horror flick. It’s funny, well-acted(mostly) and has an original concept. The pacing is swift and keeps the … Continue Reading Motel Hell
David Cronenberg’s Videodrome by Criterion
(physical media spotlight) Criterion brings Videodrome into the Collection with a beautiful new special edition. Lately I’ve been on a mission to collect all of David Cronenberg’s films and get … Continue Reading David Cronenberg’s Videodrome by Criterion
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