REVIEW: “Laws of Man” (2025)

REVIEW: “Laws of Man” (2025)

Writer-director Phil Blattenberger’s “Laws of Man” is a pulpy throwback genre feature – the kind that’s sure to scratch the nostalgic itch of anyone (like me) who has an affection for movies of its kind. It has a colorful company of characters, deliciously heightened drama, a terrific period-rich setting, and one gloriously gonzo ending that … Continue reading

First Glance: “Companion”

First Glance: “Companion”

Following its wildly intriguing teaser released several weeks ago, the first full trailer for “Companion” just dropped and it adds even more reasons to be interested. Written and directed by Drew Hancock, “Companion” is yet another A.I./robot thriller that joins the numerous others put out over the last several years. But the trailer leaves the … Continue reading

REVIEW: “Survive” (2025)

REVIEW: “Survive” (2025)

The title says it all in “Survive”, a fun and fittingly propulsive French feature that mixes disaster and survival thriller elements into one entertaining cocktail. Directed by Frédéric Jardin and written by Matt Alexander, “Survive” follows a stranded family of four fighting for their lives following a cataclysmic global disaster. It’s nothing you would consider … Continue reading

REVIEW: “The Damned” (2025)

REVIEW: “The Damned” (2025)

Odessa Young plays a widow suffering the consequences of an impossible choice in “The Damned”, a period psychological horror thriller from director Thordur Palsson. Set in the 19th century, the story (written for the screen by Jamie Hannigan) builds much of its tension through its harsh setting. It often implies more than it shows which … Continue reading