Month: September 2015

Creepshow 2 – Quickie Review

A mediocre follow-up to the 1982 horror classic. There’s a couple of decent moments, but all in all, it vastly pales in comparison to the original. The Raft segment is probably the only real highlight.

This Is Where I Leave You – Quickie Review

Extremely funny and often very touching comedic-drama featuring a phenomenal ensemble cast. I was surprised about how much I enjoyed this movie. While there is absolutely no need for a sequel, I hope for one just so I could see this cast perform together again.

5 Faves: Films of 1984

1. Ghostbusters 2. Amadeus 3. Beverly Hills Cop 4. Terminator, The 5. This Is Spinal Tap Just Missed The Cut: The Natural, A Nightmare On Elm Street, Once Upon A Time In America, Splash, Top Secret! Need To See: Blood Simple, The Killing Fields, Missing In Action, Red Dawn, Repo Man Comedy Hi-Lites: All Of …

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Without Warning – Quickie Review

Low budget horror/sci-fi film starring future Oscar winners Jack Palance and Martin Landau as well as the very young, ginger-haired David Caruso. Predates Predator by 7 years in the Aliens Hunting Humans For Sport On Earth genre. The effects range from cheesy to graphic; the dialogue ranges from cheesy to extreme cheese. Palance and Landau …

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Inherit The Wind – Quickie Review

Based on the landmark Scopes Monkey Trial. This is a riveting courtroom drama that pits religion versus evolution. Powerhouse performances from top to bottom with Gene Kelly being a standout in a rare non-musical appearance. I read the book and watched the film in high school as a part of curriculum and now I just …

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