Never before released theatrically in the U.S., Altered Innocence is bringing Iván Zulueta’s mesmerizing “Arrebato” to the big screen. When the Fascist dictatorship of …continue reading A Rapturous Restoration: Arrebato (Rapture) (1979)
Instead of leaning into the insanity of its plot, “Intrusion” takes itself too seriously — but the audience has a hard time following suit. Intrusion …continue reading Netflix and Chills: Intrusion Review
These are five of the most memorable, innovative, affecting films from GenreBlast 2021 — from the sublimely weird to the darkly hilarious. I was …continue reading GenreBlast 2021: Five Film Favorites
“Royal Jelly” subverts expectations, delivering arthouse style over creepy-crawly horror; but there’s a lot to like if that’s your honeypot. Royal Jelly is an …continue reading Movie Night: Royal Jelly (2021)
“Apartment 413” is a taut psychological thriller about isolation and paranoia, featuring stellar performances, that really hits the mark. Apartment 413 is a psychological …continue reading Reel Review: Apartment 413 (2021)
Destined to be an annual Halloween classic, “Nightbooks” respects rather than panders to its audience — delivering on nearly every front. “We are the …continue reading Netflix and Chills: Nightbooks Review
“Yakuza Princess” is a modern-day samurai tale burdened by an identity crisis, steeped in potential but falling just short of greatness. A film about …continue reading Reel Review: Yakuza Princess (2021)
“Army of the Dead” is far from an intellectual think-piece, but if bloody mayhem and humor score big with you, it’s a sure bet. …continue reading Digging Up Bones: Army of The Dead (2021)
James Wan’s “Malignant” is insane and understandably polarizing, but it’s also a shining example of an unrestrained horror master at work. “A New Vision …continue reading Reel Review: Malignant (2021)
To call “Generation Wrecks” a teen movie or a coming-of-age comedy simply doesn’t do justice to the artistry, emotion, and filmmaking skill. Generation Wrecks …continue reading Dances With Films: Generation Wrecks
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