Pros: hilarious, acting, soundtrack, Britishisms Cons: a bit too heavy, too gory for some, romantic comedy part The Bottom Line: You might die of laughter … more
Pros: Great Direction and script, gripping, and effective. Cons: Maybe a bit extreme for some. The Bottom Line: A gripping and effective film that marks … more
The ocean and her countless waves have always provided excellent fodder for storytellers throughout all time. There are more tales about ghosts, ghouls, and monsters on ships and under the water than … more
I don't see what is so amazing about "Alien." I was convinced to watch this film after so many people bragged on it in the reviews of "Alien Vs. Predator." Perhaps it is the fact that I saw both of the … more
I've seen plenty of movies like this one. It has a neat story line in it, but for the obvious reasons that hinder B-movies, it falls short of its potential. "The Bone Snatcher" starts off well enough, … more
Pros: Nice idea, some good jokes. Cons: Very dull final 20 minutes, loses direction in the final 1/3 of the film. The Bottom Line: Could have been much … more
Pros: you'll love it or hate it, no medium here - pardon the pun Cons: described in review The Bottom Line: There is only one Jersey Devil but which one … more
"Near Dark" is one of those obscure cult movies that was overshadowed by a bigger budget, better looking cast, & special effects - the likes of the blockbuster film "Lost Boys". However, this is one of … more
HEADCHEESE! Did you know that Tobe Hooper's original 1974 Texas Chainsaw Massacre was titled "Headcheese", but at the last minute the title was changed to TCM?The original 1974 TCM was filled with a group … more
Pros: Anthony Hopkins and Julianne Moore rock my socks Cons: Took forever for Hannibal and Clarice to meet up... The Bottom Line: "Well, hello Clarice..." … more
I have never seen the original, but I thoroughly enjoyed this one! Let me start saying, that I made a mistake of eatting dinner and watching this movie at the same time. Um, yeah, I could hardly chew, … more
I decided to buy this movie on the talk about it alone... I am glad that I did. I decided to watch it by myself, in the dark on a stormy night, with my bowl of popcorn, pop, pillow & blankie. I must confess … more
"Over the top" doesn't even begin to describe this film. It's a rare movie that works as a satire of a beloved genre (NIGHT & DAWN OF THE DEAD) and stands more or less alone as a credible horror movie … more
I won't rehash the plot here, except to say it doesn't make much sense. We've got a traditional "... teenagers getting cut down one by one" theme (a la early FRIDAY THE 13th), coupled with a touch of … more
The Danvers Mental Hospital is a REAL, honest-to-goodness asylum in Massachusetts that pioneered and perfected the frontal lobotomy. Built in the 1850's and closed in the mid-1980's due to lack of state … more
Pros: Some nice thrills and dark humor. Cons: Drags in the middle nothing great in the acting area. The Bottom Line: A good update on the original. … more
Pros: The message is pretty strong, Angela Bettis plays a great May Cons: May be to gruesome, weird for some. The Bottom Line: A weird, but powerful film. … more
With an interesting twist on Wild West stories Director Ron Howard once again demonstrates his sensitivity to parental/filial relationships. THE MISSING is an excellent example of how a fairly simple … more
Captain Kronos, TO THE RESCUE! A killer vampire hunter, hot & sexy English STUD and an expert swordsman to boot, who, with the physical & sexual assistance of the gorgeous gypsy shorty Carla and his hunchbacked … more