Long before he was writing/directing billion dollar MCU blockbusters like Guardians of the Galaxy, James Gunn made a name for himself in horror with low budget exploitation-esque movies that fit right in during the grotesque phase of the mid-2000s. His most famous (or infamous) pre-MCU movie was that of 2006’s Slither. It’s both a satire of and love letter to gross, low budget gory horror … Continue reading 15 Fun Facts About “Slither”
In addition to being the Eighth Wonder of the World, King Kong also remains one of the oldest movie monsters in history. Debuting nearly a century ago, Kong has become one of the most recognizable names not only in cinema, but in pop culture overall (even for people who have never seen any of his movies). So as he prepares to go up against his … Continue reading Top 5 King Kong Movies
Technically spanning 3 years (late 2019-early 2021) the second season of Hulu’s Into the Dark certainly faced hardships, in the wake of worldwide challenges. While it took 5 months longer than usual, they still delivered 12 unique tales of terror, all based around a different holiday. So with the second season now ended (and hopefully a third one on the way), we thought it would … Continue reading Ranking “Into the Dark” Season 2
After getting off to a strong start by setting up its characters, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier continued with an episode filled with both humor and poignancy. Both Sam and Bucky face struggles and challenges, and things are far grayer than anyone realized. The New “Captain America” Following his introduction and instant hatred by the entire fan community online, we get to know John … Continue reading The Falcon and the Winter Soldier: “The Star-Spangled Man” Review
Movies based around video games tend to be very hit or miss, especially when the game in question isn’t one in real life. 2006’s Stay Alive strived to be hip and cutting edge for its time, but it resulted in a supernatural slasher that largely went forgotten. Looking back on it now, it seems like an odd blend of The Ring and Final Destination, but … Continue reading 15 Fun Facts About “Stay Alive”
Following a release schedule filled with challenges due to global lockdowns, Hulu’s Into the Dark managed to finish its second season with a werewolf themed movie in honor of the Spring Full Moon. “Blood Moon” is a fascinating character study filled with drama and tension. It’s well-acted, written, and directed, but it might not be what people are expecting. (Minor Spoilers Ahead) New Town, New … Continue reading Into the Dark: “Blood Moon” Review
While shopping malls have been sadly declining in the last decade, they were once the pinnacle of American consumerism and culture. They were a place to shop, seek out entertainment, or just hang out with friends on a Friday night. Reaching the height of their popularity in the 1980’s, one horror film sought to capture that popularity. Chopping Mall remains a cheesy but fun entry … Continue reading 35 Fun Facts About “Chopping Mall”
After years of Twitter campaigns, a Warner Brothers/AT&T merger, and the launch of HBO Max, the Snyder Cut of Justice League is finally here! For diehard Zack Snyder fans, and some DC fans, this was a momentous occasion. Regardless of whether you like the original Justice League, or are a fan of Zack Snyder at all, you do have to admit that it’s quite inspiring … Continue reading What the Snyder Cut Did Better (And What It Didn’t)
Only two weeks after the finale of WandaVision left a Mephisto-sized void in the hearts of MCU fans, Marvel and Disney+ are back with their second TV series in this new phase. The Falcon and the Winter Soldier is absolutely nothing WandaVision, but that’s a good thing because it’s very much its own story with its own themes and tone. With only 6 episodes, it … Continue reading The Falcon and the Winter Soldier: “New World Order” Review
The season-long tension-build finally came to an explosive conclusion on Servant. The result was equal parts thrilling and poignant, and leaves the series in a rather interesting position moving forward into the third season (which was already renewed before Season 2 began). (Spoilers Ahead – You’ve Been Warned) Aunt Josephine We’ve met the oddly eccentric Uncle George and Aunt May, but Leanne’s “Aunt” Josephine makes … Continue reading Servant: “Josephine” Review
Halloween Year-Round 