Review: Corey Hawkins Shines In The Last Voyage of the Demeter
Based on a single chilling chapter from Bram Stoker’s classic novel Dracula, The Last Voyage of the Demeter tells the terrifying story of the merchant ship Demeter, which was chartered to carry private cargo—fifty unmarked wooden crates—from Carpathia to London. Strange events befall the doomed…
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Dracula’s Horror Cruise Lacks Bite
This review was written during the 2023 WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Without the labor of the writers and actors currently on strike, the film being covered here wouldn't exist.There is a terrifying force at the center of director André Øvredal’s…
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Energetic Hairdresser Murder Mystery Mainly Coasts on Vibes
A bold and energetic debut, Thomas Hardiman’s “Medusa Deluxe” is what happens when you combine an Agatha Christie whodunit with a disco aesthetic. Roaming through the backstage confines of a regional hairdressing competition, the film begins after the murder and…
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The Last Autumn Featured, Reviews Film Threat
Observational documentaries are a tricky proposition. Give viewers too little context, and they have no clue what’s going on and therefore don’t care. Diving deep too deep is antithetical to the entire purpose of an observational documentary. Does director Yrsa…
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A Rom-Com Tailored for Book Fans
This review was written during the 2023 WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Without the labor of the writers and actors currently on strike, the film being covered here wouldn't exist.Adapting any bestselling book can be a tall task, but duplicating the…
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The Last Voyage of the Demeter Review
Even when Dracula bites the dust, his name never dies. The same can be said about his brand recognition. We already got one Dracula movie earlier this year with Renfield starring Nicolas Cage. Although The Last Voyage of the Demeter…
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Island Escape Review: A Bumpy Ride into Familiar Territory
Director Bruce Wemple’s Island Escape presents an intriguing premise that promises a blend of science fiction, horror, and suspense. The film attempts to immerse viewers in a world where time and reality warp, as a team of mercenaries attempt to…
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Make This Touching Sci-Fi Comedy Your Next Theater Outing
Summary Jules offers a refreshing alternative to big-budget summer blockbusters with its indie-smallness and 87-minute runtime. The film combines elements of quirky sci-fi and touching comedy-drama, making it a lighthearted and empathetic watch for multiple generations. Jules explores the role…
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Netflix’s OxyContin Series Is No ‘Dopesick’
This review was written during the 2023 WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Without the labor of the writers and actors currently on strike, the series being covered here wouldn't exist.There is something surreal about watching Netflix’s miniseries Painkiller — and not…
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Part 2 Featured, Reviews Film Threat
Further adventures in narrative acceleration await in the chopped-down nerve burner The Stalker: Part 2, directed by Jared M Reeder and Michelle Lewis, who also co-wrote the script with Jimmy Ace Lewis. Steve Hamilton (Chad Ayers) and his sons Hayden…
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Purgy’s Featured, Reviews Film Threat
Robbie Bryan’s Purgy’s is not just the title of the short but also the name of the bar where it takes place. I think you know precisely what this establishment is on the name alone. Purgy’s opens with a woman…
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Why Secret Invasion Was So Poorly Received By Critics And Audiences
Secret Invasion is the newest Disney+ series set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. While served to audiences as a spiritual successor to The Winter Soldier, (even I made that comparison in my review of the premiere), the show disappointed fans…
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