A hard fact of life: not everyone is an anime fan. This makes me sad, as anime is a vast, colorful world that contains so much depth when done correctly. One of the seminal pieces of the genre is 1988’s … Continue reading →
Can you believe that Scary Movie is 18 years old? This movie is going off to college in the fall. It’s got its license and can buy lottery tickets. This movie can join the armed forces if it wants to. … Continue reading →
Like a lot of people, I missed Seeking a Friend for the End of the World when it came out in 2012. The film didn’t perform that well at the box office, which is a damn shame because it’s surprising … Continue reading →
It’s a fun feeling to watch a movie and think to yourself, “I just watched a cult classic being born.” Such was the thought that entered my mind when I watched Bad Samaritan in theatres. Now, by the time this … Continue reading →
Fairy tales have always been my jam. People tend to point to the Brothers Grimm and Hans Christian Andersen, but if that’s all you know, then I want you to check out some of the even older stuff, like Giambattista … Continue reading →
By now, the sun should be shining, and with that, the advent of spring. Just kidding, you’re most likely getting hit with thunderstorms. What to do? Check in, relax, take a shower, and put on Alfred Hitchcock’s 1960 classic, Psycho. … Continue reading →
Some films just fit right into the self-care rituals we develop for ourselves – they can be sweet, or savory, or a careful nudge into relaxation. Some prefer gory fare (no judgment here – Battle Royale is my go-to after … Continue reading →
I’ll admit that this film is going to be hit or miss with audiences; frankly, I think it was ahead of its time and didn’t find the audience it deserved. 9 is an animated film from 2009, directed by Shane … Continue reading →
In the name of total honesty, I did not want to see Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle when it came out. My kids dragged me, and I truly thought it would be another dud. The stuff I’ve braved for them… … Continue reading →
Living in America, one can’t help but feel the pull of religion lately as it digs its way even further into the legal system. What’s the best way to approach it then? Black comedy, of course. 2004’s Saved! is the … Continue reading →
