Ranking The Mission: Impossible Films: #7 – Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning (2023)
There is a lot happening in Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning. One could argue that there is too much going on.
Four Shorty Reactions: “MaXXXine” (2024), “Monkey Man” (2024), “Raising Arizona” (1987), “Scoop” (2024)
MaXXXine (2024) “In 1980s Hollywood, adult film star and aspiring actress Maxine Minx finally gets her big break. But as a mysterious killer stalks the starlets of Hollywood, a trail […]
Ralph Fiennes And Edward Berger Show Off In “Conclave”
Conclave is one of the best movies released in the calendar year 2024. It holds the audience’s attention with a blend of pristine craftsmanship and character entertainment.
Ranking John McTiernan Films: #3 – “The Hunt For Red October” (1990)
Remember. One ping only.
Ranking John McTiernan Films: #4 – “Die Hard With A Vengeance” (1995)
John McTiernan lone sequel project is a damn good one.
Ranking John McTiernan Films: #6 – “Last Action Hero” (1993)
Oh wait, it was a disaster from start to finish? Genuinely, it shocked me.
Ranking John McTiernan Films: #8 – “Nomads” (1986)
It’s a strange film, not necessarily a good movie. Yet, somehow, Nomads sticks in your crawl.
Ranking John McTiernan Films: #9 – “Medicine Man” (1992)
Medicine Man is such a strange movie—the premise, the execution, the idea—all of it.
“The Verdict” Is A Courtroom Classic
Paul Newman is excellent in The Verdict as Frank Galvin.
“The Big Chill” Is A People Talking Crowd Pleaser
The movie thrives with its slew of characters partaking in fast-paced and intellectual conversations, all in a confined environment.
“Congo” Is Bad, Even On Second Go-Around
It’s never good when you watch a movie and it turns out you have seen it before, but you remember absolutely NOTHING about it.
“Alien: Romulus” Instant Reaction
We are fresh out of the movie theater, and oh, what an outstanding movie theater experience it was. Alien: Romulus (2024) delivers on its fantastic potential and marketing campaign. Director Fede Alvarez takes a step back from Ridley Scott’s latest religious ventures and reloads the franchise with thrilling scares and dark, visceral visuals.
Marketing Decisions Letdown Perfectly Enjoyable “Abigail”
I’d like to speak with the marketing team for Abigail (2024). This blog post is directed at you.
“The Color Purple” Strikes An Odd Tone
The Color Purple (2023) had been on my to-do list for a long time.
“The Apartment” Unlocks Romantic Comedy Genius
So yes, 64 years later, The Apartment (1960) holds up, and then some.
“Blink Twice” Trailer Reaction
“When tech billionaire Slater King meets cocktail waitress Frida at his fundraising gala, he invites her to join him and his friends on a dream vacation on his private island. […]
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