“Four Rooms” (1974) Drama Running Time: 98 minutes Written and directed by: Allison Anders, Alexandre Rockwell, Robert Rodriguez and Quentin Tarantino Featuring: Tim Roth, Antonio Banderas, Jennifer Beals, Paul Calderon, Sammi Davis, Valeria Golino, Madonna, David Proval, Ione Skye, Lili Taylor, Marisa Tomei and Tamlyn Tomita Angela: “It's hard to stop talking about something that's so *huge*. I mean, I could go on and on about his cock, his …
“Dersu Uzala” (1974) Drama Running Time: 144 minutes Written by: Akira Kurosawa and Yuri Nagibin Directed by: Akira Kurosawa Featuring: Maxim Munzuk and Yury Solomin Arsenev: “Dersu, maybe we should wait till the rain stops?” Dersu Uzala: “Time to get ready. Birds begin singing, you hear? Rain soon finish now. Sun shine soon.” Critical Commentary Cinema has often served as …
Blu-ray review: Dirty Dancing: Collector’s Limited Edition – (4K + 2 Blu-ray)i Drama Running Time: 96 minutes Written by: Eleanor Bergstein Directed by: Emile Ardolino Featuring: Patrick Swayze, Jennifer Grey, Jerry Orbach and Cynthia Rhodes Baby: “Me? I'm scared of everything. I'm scared of what I saw, I'm scared of what I did, of who I am, and most of all I'm scared …
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Teaser Trailer: Bradley Cooper’s “Maestro” Netflix has premiered the first trailer for Bradley Cooper’s biopic “Maestro”. Cooper both directs and stars in the film as legendary Broadway and film composer Leonard Bernstein. Making his debut with the New York Philharmonic at 25, Bernstein wasn’t just a famed conductor and composer but also a civil rights …
“The Unknown Terror ” (1957) Horror Running Time: 77 minutes Written by: Kenneth Higgins Directed by: Charles Marquis Warren Featuring: John Howard, Mala Powers, Paul Richards and May Wynn Tagline: “They dared enter the Cave of Death to explore the secrets of hell!” Critical Commentary In the realm of cinema, horror movies have always held a special place. They are capable of evoking …
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“The Last Voyage of the Demeter” (2023) Horror Running Time: 119 minutes Written by: Bragi Schut Jr. and Zak Olkewicz Directed by: André Øvredal Featuring: Corey Hawkins, Aisling Franciosi, Liam Cunningham and David Dastmalchian Captain Eliot: “The Demeter on charter from Romania to London. Shipping private crates, contents unknown. Out to sea with no land in sight.” “The Last Voyage of the …
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“She Devil” (1957) Horror Running Time: 77 minutes Written by: Kurt Neumann and Carroll Young Directed by: Kurt Neumann Featuring: Mari Blanchard, Jack Kelly and Albert Dekker Tagline: “GORGEOUS DEMON! They created an inhuman being who destroyed everything she touched! The woman they couldn't kill!” Critical Commentary In the annals of cinematic history, certain films stand out not only for their …
“Valley of the Zombies” (1946) Horror Running Time: 56 minutes Written by: Dorrell McGowan and Stuart E. McGowan Directed by: Philip Ford Featuring: Robert Livingston, Adrian Booth, Ian Keith, Thomas E. Jackson, Charles Trowbridge and Earle Hodgins Tagline: “BLOOD MADNESS... Out Of The Fog... Into Your Heart!” Critical Commentary In the realm of classic horror cinema, "Valley of the Zombies" stands as a remarkable …
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“Return of the Ape Man” (1944) Horror Running Time: 61 minutes Written by: Robert Charles Directed by: Philip Rosen Featuring: Bela Lugosi Prof. Dexter: “Some people's brains would never be missed!” Critical Commentary The history of cinema is dotted with a myriad of genres and subgenres that have captivated audiences for decades. One such genre that has consistently …
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Peacock has released the full trailer for its upcoming “John Wick” prequel spin-off event series “The Continental” with the series to air in September. The three-part event will explore the origin behind the iconic hotel-for-assassins centerpiece of the John Wick universe through the eyes and actions of a young Winston Scott (Colin Woodell). He’s dragged …
“The Vampire's Ghost ” (1945) Horror Running Time: 59 minutes Written by: John K. Butler and Leigh Brackett Directed by: Lesley Selander Featuring: John Abbott, Charles Gordon, Peggy Stewart, Grant Withers, Emmett Vogan and Adele Mara Sailor with Barrat: “Hey, Barrett, what happened to you?” Capt. Jim Barrett: “I don't know. It's the first time I ever quit a fight when a guy just looked at …
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“Meg 2: The Trench” (2023) Action Running Time: 116 minutes Written by: Jon Hoeber, Erich Hoeber and Dean Georgaris Directed by: Ben Wheatley Featuring: Jason Statham, Wu Jing, Sophia Cai, Page Kennedy, Sergio Peris-Mencheta, Skyler Samuels and Cliff Curtis Jonas Taylor: “See ya later, chum.” “Meg 2: The Trench” is a 2023 American action monster film directed by Ben Wheatley and written by Dean …
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“Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem” (2023) Action Running Time: 95 minutes Written by: Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, Jeff Rowe, Dan Hernandez and Benji Samit Directed by: Jeff Rowe Featuring: Micah Abbey, Shamon Brown Jr., Hannibal Buress, Rose Byrne, Nicolas Cantu, John Cena, Jackie Chan, Ice Cube, Natasia Demetriou, Ayo Edebiri, Giancarlo Esposito, Post Malone, Brady Noon, Seth Rogen, Paul Rudd and Maya Rudolph Master Splinter: “My son, Michelangelo, you have heart. Donatello, you …
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“The Phantom Speaks” (1945) Horror Running Time: 69 minutes Written by: John K. Butler Directed by: John English Featuring: Richard Arlen, Stanley Ridges, Lynne Roberts, Tom Powers, Charlotte Wynters and Jonathan Hale Critical Commentary "The Phantom Speaks" is a cinematic masterpiece that continues to captivate audiences with its enigmatic storytelling and timeless allure. Released in [insert release year], the film weaves …
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“Halloween II” (2009) Horror Running Time: 105 minutes Written and directed by: Rob Zombie Featuring: Malcolm McDowell, Tyler Mane, Sheri Moon Zombie, Brad Dourif, Danielle Harris and Scout Taylor-Compton Dr. Samuel Loomis: “Michael Myers is fucking dead!” Critical Commentary “Halloween II” (2009) is a horror film directed by Rob Zombie and serves as a sequel to his 2007 remake of John Carpenter's classic …
Trailer: "Loki: Season 2" (2023) Marvel Studios has now unveiled the first trailer for the second season of the “Loki” series ahead of the show’s return on Disney+ on October 6th. The new run picks up in the aftermath of the first season finale when Loki finds himself in a battle for the soul of …
“Talk to me” (2023) Horror Running Time: 95 minutes Written and directed by: Danny Philippou and Bill Hinzman Featuring: Sophie Wilde, Alexandra Jensen, Joe Bird, Otis Dhanji, Miranda Otto, Zoe Terakes, Chris Alosio, Marcus Johnson and Alexandria Steffensen Hayley: “Yo, this spirit's a cunt.” “Talk to me” (2023) is a horror film written and directed by Danny and Michael …
Trailer: "Saw" (2023) Lionsgate has debuted the first trailer for “Saw X,” the tenth entry overall and the first since “Spiral” two years ago. This one features the return of Tobin Bell as John Kramer/Jigsaw. Set between the events of “Saw” and “Saw II,” a sick and desperate John Kramer travels to Mexico for a …
“Halloween” (2007) Horror Running Time: 110 minutes Written and directed by: Rob Zombie Featuring: Malcolm McDowell, Sheri Moon Zombie, Tyler Mane, Scout Taylor-Compton, Brad Dourif, Danielle Harris and William Forsythe Dr. Samuel Loomis: “His eyes will deceive you; they will destroy you. They will take from you your innocence, your pride, and eventually your soul. These eyes do not see what you and …
Trailer: “TMNT: Mutant Mayhem” (2023) Paramount Pictures and Nickelodeon have released one final trailer for the CG-animated “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem” feature ahead of its release next week. The turtle’s voice cast includes real-life teenagers Micah Abbey (Donatello), Shamon Brown Jr. (Michelangelo), Nicolas Cantu (Leonardo) and Brady Noon (Raphael). They’re joined by Jackie …
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