“Bond. James Bond.” And, with that smooth delivery, a catchphrase was born. Dr. No is filled with so many memorable moments - Ursula Andress emerging from the sea with her conch shells, the back-and-forth between Bond and Dr. No about their views on power and world relations, the ruthless ...
Tom Cruise returns – one last time – as Ethan Hunt in Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning, the adrenaline-charged finale to a franchise defined by its stunning stunts and high-stakes adventures. While most of the things that have made the franchise what it is over ...
Tarantino has certainly afforded us some classic auteur fair over the years, disparate in tone, in subject and in setting, but he always delivers something uniquely him and uniquely memorable. Of all his classics, Kill Bill is the one I frequently revisit. His batshit crazy modernist ronin tale of The Bride (Uma Thurman) ...
Don’t let the words “based on a short story by Stephen King” on marketing materials for The Life of Chuck fool you. It is not a horror movie. Well, the film’s third act, which, confusingly, opens the film, does feature a pretty harrowing depiction of the end of the world ...
Tarantino has certainly afforded us some classic auteur fair over the years, disparate in tone, in subject and in setting, but he always delivers something uniquely him and uniquely memorable. Of all his classics, Kill Bill is the one I frequently revisit. His batshit crazy modernist ronin tale of The Bride (Uma Thurman) ...
Rick Rosenthal's Halloween II isn’t the best release in the series but, with its workmanlike earnestness, the minor dip in glossy quality isn’t a complete undoing. It holds up better than most slasher sequels. Besides, measuring the original release both in reception and its critical analysis, the drop ...
The bookish virgin. Two selfish friends. The obsessed psychiatrist. A babysitting job on October 31st. And The Shape. Halloween, masterfully directed by John Carpenter, is considered – some 35 years after its release – a classic film of sound and vision. It is the film that I have watched more ...
Inbred children rise up . . . again! Filmmaker Dustin Ferguson (Space Sharks; Mega Ape; Beyond the Gates of Hell; Amityville in the Hood; Zombi VIII: Urban Decay; Apex Predators; Ebola Rex vs. Murder Hornets; Rattlers 2; Arachnado; Amityville Toybox and many, many ...
Existential dread has arrived! And, this time, in 4K! Writer/Director John Carpenter must really be a miracle worker. He’s got some serious mojo working in his favor. Or maybe he’s simply a smarter filmmaker than most give him credit for. Other than the late great ...
Family Requires Sacrifice! Never has that edict been more relevant than in the new film, Bring Her Back from the Philippou brothers, the filmmaking team that brought us 2022’s breakout Australian supernatural horror film, Talk to Me. Well, the brothers are back at it in their ...
Wes Anderson’s The Phoenician Scheme is a visual and whimsical delight that will undoubtedly charm long-time fans of the filmmaker’s signature style. Though this latest entry into Anderson’s cinematic repertoire brims with his trademarks – a meticulously crafted world ...
I put off watching A Minecraft Movie for a week due to all the noise it was making from certain crowds obsessed with the whole “chicken jockey” line before destroying the theater. I regret that decision. This movie - featuring totally on-brand performances from Jack Black and ...
The rage of The Dark Crystal soldiers on! There is a certain type of beauty to pulling off a modern day family friendly movie which doesn’t talk down to its audience. That’s sort of what you have here with The Legend of Ochi, A24’s first foray into movies geared toward the family. Except this movie has ...
Born from a short story written by screenwriter Thomas Martin, and inspired by the real-life tale of Luna Bay, a wealthy enclave of Palos Verdes Estates that has been a forbidden surfing paradise for non-locals, The Surfer marks director Lorcan Finnegan and Martin’s ...
Orion Pictures, the independent studio that got lucky from time to time at the box office, was in deep financial woes during the making of RoboCop 2. They needed Murphy’s return to the streets to be a big hit. It wasn’t. Scream Factory, providing the critically panned movie with a new 4K scan ...
Just when you thought it was safe to go to the toilet in peace, the ghoulies return! With talking ghoulies who are bigger and more gross than they have ever been before, the third installment in the horror comedy franchise has these demonic creatures creating all sorts of catastrophes within the halls of ...
Sometimes, life’s most extraordinary relationships come from the most unexpected places. The Friend, the touching adaptation of Sigrid Nunez’s 2018 acclaimed novel, delivers an emotionally resonant story that balances beauty, heartbreak, and growth, with a performance-driven ...
How far would you go to avenge the love of your life? This is the haunting question at the heart of The Amateur, the new thriller from director James Hawes that takes us on an emotional and suspenseful journey. Starring Rami Malek alongside Rachel Brosnahan and ...
There’s no denying that Death of a Unicorn has an intriguing premise. Directed by first-time filmmaker Alex Scharfman and starring a notable cast including Jenna Ortega, Paul Rudd, Will Poulter, and Téa Leoni, it promises a satirical, action-horror take on unicorn mythology ...
Ryan Coogler’s latest filmmaking venture, Sinners, is a testament to the creative brilliance that emerges when a filmmaker is unrestrained by convention. After earning acclaim in films like Black Panther and Fruitvale Station, Coogler seems exhilarated by the freedom to ...
Few genres hit harder than war films. They remind us of the stark reality of armed conflict while also exploring the raw humanity buried beneath. Classics like Saving Private Ryan, Black Hawk Down, and Apocalypse Now have set the bar for depicting the brutal nature ...
Do you still say your prayers?” Now, we all know that there is never a shortage of horror flicks that try to invade our senses and psyche every year. Countless additions to the genre and its subgenres release every year for us to enjoy in the darkness of the theater or slumped in our couches ...
Osgood Perkins, who brought us last year’s unexpected little horror gem Longlegs, is back with an adaptation of Stephen King’s short story called The Monkey, a curious blend of absurdist humor and relentless horror. The film opens with an ominous sense of dread, as Perkins immediately ...
As uninspired as its title, Barry Levinson’s The Alto Knights is a perplexing and surprisingly dull addition to the pantheon of mafia cinema. With the combined talent of Levinson and screenwriter Nicholas Pileggi – who brought us Casino, Goodfellas, and The Irishman for crying out loud! – expectations ...
It’s Hong Kong action flavored by some Latino spices as a shadowy figure stalks the Mexican underworld, travelling from town to town with only a guitar case in hand! Written, co-produced, edited, and directed by Robert Rodriguez, Desperado - the neo-western ...
And - SNAP! - just like that, 15 years have passed! Does Kick-Ass stand the test of time? It certainly does and, Lionsgate Limited, presenting this 15th Anniversary 4K edition of the film, gives us more to celebrate! More violence! More kick-ass! Complete with a SteelBook ...
As far as remakes go, The Crazies, based on George A. Romero's cult classic from 1973, is one hell of a wild ride through America's back roads. And Now, thanks to Lionsgate Limited, the film sees new life thanks to a Dolby Vision HDR upgrade, new nightmarish art from Attila Szarka, and five ...
“Ever done it in the woods?” Be warned. Piglet is on the prowl. This isn’t the Piglet you know and love, mind you. It’s not even the Piglet from the Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey horror series, although someone sure as hell wants you to think it is. Sure, it appears to be the ...
First dates are horrifying. Often a mix of excitement and anxiety, they’re more than just an evening out; they’re a chance to connect, to spark something new, and, inevitably, to put yourself out there. It’s a dance of curiosity and vulnerability, where the stakes often feel higher ...
Sleepy Floyd is Superman!” Some of you will remember that moment in basketball history. Some of you won’t. Regardless of your age, there’s quite a bit of fun to be had in the moment as Warriors guard Sleepy Floyd drops more than 29 points in the fourth quarter when he goes toe-to-toe with some neo-nazis in ...
BADass SINema Unearthed - Where we dig up blu-rays of the wild, weird, and wonderfully wicked world of classic grindhouse cinema. Celebrates the raw energy and unapologetic style of vintage exploitation films — from the slick swagger of Blaxploitation and the lurid allure of sexploitation to the gnarly thrills of monster mayhem and cosmic horror.
Chop Socky Cinema is your go-to corner for all things martial arts on screen—from high-flying kung fu classics to modern bone-crunching brawlers. We dive into the legends, the hidden gems, and the genre-defining moments that shaped martial arts cinema.
Reel Classics celebrates the golden age of cinema, when shadows danced across silver screens and stories were told in black and white. This section revisits timeless masterpieces, legendary stars, and the directors who shaped film history. From noir thrillers to screwball comedies, Reel Classics explores how these cinematic treasures continue to inspire filmmakers and captivate audiences today.
Kaiju Korner is your ultimate destination for everything colossal and creature-filled. We explore the wild, wonderful world of kaiju cinema—spotlighting both classic monster epics and today’s thrilling new entries. From Godzilla and Gamera to modern reimaginings and global giants, Kaiju Korner dives deep into the history, cultural impact, and sheer spectacle of giant monster films.
Whether you’re a lifelong fan or a curious newcomer, this is where titans clash, cities crumble, and cinematic legends roar to life—one stomp at a time.
Monster Mayhem is your go-to destination for all things monstrous and menacing. We will sink our claws into the world of classic creature features, celebrating the timeless terror of cinema’s most iconic beasts.
From Universal’s legendary monsters to B-movie behemoths and international kaiju, Monster Mayhem explores the history, artistry, and cultural impact of the films that made us fear the dark. Expect deep dives, behind-the-scenes stories, retrospectives, and rankings that resurrect the giants of genre filmmaking.
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