REVIEW: “Inside” (2023)

REVIEW: “Inside” (2023)

(CLICK HERE to read my full review in the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette) I’ve always been impressed with Willem Dafoe’s broad range and versatility. With “Inside”, the seasoned and routinely compelling actor takes center stage in a high-concept genre confection from first time feature film director Vasilis Katsoupis. Penned by Ben Hopkins, working from a story by … Continue reading

REVIEW: “65” (2023)

REVIEW: “65” (2023)

(CLICK HERE to read my full review in the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette) How does this sound to you: Adam Driver playing a space traveler who crash-lands on prehistoric planet earth and fights dinosaurs? There’s enough wackiness in that basic description to get me onboard with “65”, a lean, unambiguous, and all-around fun genre mash-up from the … Continue reading

RETRO REVIEW: “Death Wish” (1974)

RETRO REVIEW: “Death Wish” (1974)

Few movies in the 1970s caused a stir quite like “Death Wish”. Upon its release, the 1974 neo-noir action-thriller was heavily criticized for its alleged support and glorification of vigilantism. Many critics shellacked the film, calling it “immoral”, “exploitative”, and “despicable”. But the film resonated with audiences and sparked an intense debate over how to … Continue reading