(Click here to read my full review from Friday’s Arkansas Democrat-Gazette) South African filmmaker Neill Blomkamp made quite the memorable splash with his 2009 debut film “District 9”. The heady and perceptive sci-fi thriller set itself in an alternate 1982 and explored themes of xenophobia, class and income inequality. In addition to being a box … Continue reading
You’ve probably seen the shots of Kristen Stewart as Diana, Princess of Wales from the upcoming bio-drama “Spencer”. The resemblance in those images is uncanny. Now the Pablo Larraín directed film has dropped an amazing poster. Check it out and tell me what you think. DIRECTOR – Pablo Larraín WRITER – Steven Knight STARRING – … Continue reading
The original 1992 “Candyman” came out as the VHS era was booming. DVDs were still four years away so VHS cassettes were the way millions of people consumed their movies. When “Candyman” came out it wasn’t some genre-changing masterpiece, yet critics recognized not only its gory violence but its surprisingly rich social commentary. But for … Continue reading
For months social media has been begging for Marvel Studios to finally drop a trailer for “Spider-Man: No Way Home”. Last night they finally obliged and gave MCU fans a glimpse into one of the most highly anticipated movies on the studio’s docket. Of course Tom Holland reprises his role as the iconic webslinger, but … Continue reading
In one respect the new film “Reminiscence” shines on its star power wattage alone. Hugh Jackman and Rebecca Ferguson are a handsome pair and each possess their own uniquely magnetic acting styles. “Reminiscence” also sports an intriguing premise that melds together science-fiction, classic romance and hard-boiled 1940s film noir. If only all of those tantalizing … Continue reading
(Click here to read my full review from Friday’s Arkansas Democrat-Gazette) After taking in the trailers for the psychological horror film “The Night House” I was left with some rather obvious expectations: a haunted house story, a malevolent apparition, some spooky atmosphere, and (if we’re lucky) some genuine chills. What I didn’t expect to find … Continue reading
