We look at Jenn Wexler’s new holiday horror on Shudder, “The Sacrifice Game”, plus a surprising return to a famous erotic film franchise.
We begin, as always, with a discussion of the latest horror news.
It has been a while since we last talked about video games, but some announcements at The Game Awards sparked our interest. (At least on the show.) We also speak about Smile 2 (the upcoming sequel to the surprise horror hit Smile) and its imminent release. Plus, we discuss how the change from Ryan Gosling to Christopher Abbott in Wolf Man may actually be a good thing.
Then, it’s on to our featured reviews, unwrapping a couple of recent horror releases, including a new holiday horror from a rising star in the world of indie genre filmmaking.
Whether the original French or the Italian spin-offs, the Emanuelle franchise holds a special place in the memories of a certain age group. Short on plot but highly sexual, the films eased the transition into young adulthood. Most would be hard-pressed to remember what they were actually about, but they still managed to leave an impression.
Emanuelle’s Revenge is the latest installment, and unsurprisingly, it has its share of sexy moments. However, in what will be a surprise to many, the story takes precedence.
Highlighting it all are some strong performances, with Beatrice Schiaffino stealing just about every scene she is in at the titular and titillating lead. But do all the pros outweigh the cons?
Then, we’re on to this week’s feature presentation, the latest feature from Jenn Wexler (The Ranger).
The Sacrifice Game is a holiday horror movie that could have been something special. There are great performances, strong characters, and a fun premise. If only the ending were a little stronger…
Every week AIPT Movie Editor Nathaniel Muir and his cinema partner in crime Blake Heath discuss indie and genre movies you have have never heard of, the ones you cannot hear enough about, and the ones you never want to hear about again.
A few weeks back we discussed unfilmable books. One that is often brought up is Cormac McCarthy’s Blood Meridian. Reportedly, another adaptation is in the works. There is a reason that the many attempts to adapt it have fallen apart, however.
As the name implies, Southern Gothic is a subgenre that is heavily influenced by elements of the American south. Anne Rice and A Streetcar Named Desire are two of the most well known examples. This week we look at one author’s struggle to complete her novel.
Flannery O’Connor wrote a number of stories that used elements of her upbringing. Starring Maya Hawke and directed by her father Ethan, Wildcat examines how her life and works connected. Maya’s performance is fantastic and includes some real standout moments. That being said, there were some surprising missteps.
Since the birth of the internet people have asked serious questions. Who would win in a fight between Goku and the Hulk? Could Lancelot best Luke Skywalker in a duel? A/S/L? One of the things young internet denizens argued about was who would win in a one-on-one battle between Bruce Lee and Superman.
As it turns out, a 1975 movie dared to give this match to audiences. It is certainly a risk. Both are incredibly popular, meaning it was going to be impossible to not anger some viewers. Plus, how could any film possibly live up to what would certainly be sky high expectations? Worse yet, what if it is a bait and switch?
Bruce Lee vs Superman (or Bruce Lee Against the Supermen or Superdragon vs Superman) is far from a perfect movie – or even a good one – but it presents the fight it advertises. There is more than just the slugfest between the two iconic heroes, however. Green Hornet, Kato, and possibly the wildest rickshaw scene in the history of cinema all get involved. It may not be the best Bruceploitation movie, but it is hard to believe there is anything zanier.
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Adventures in Movies! is hosted by Nathaniel and Blake. You can find Nathaniel on Instagram at nathaninpoortaste. Blake can be found on Twitter @foureyedhorror and on Instagram at foureyedhorror.
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