Holy Spider is a film directed by Ali Abbasi. Story The film is based on a true story. It follows a journalist, Rahimi as she investigates the serial killings of sex workers by the “Spider Killer” in the holy city of Mashhad. Visuals It is definitely a gritty and grimy film, but it has a lot of style. It features a high contrast and cold … Continue reading ‘Holy Spider’ Review [Houston Cinema Arts Festival]
The Five Devils is a film directed by Léa Mysius, with screenplay by Léa Mysius, Paul Guilhaume, Léa Mysius, and Paul Guilhaume. Story The film centers on a young girl, Vicky. Vicky has an obsession with smell, and she’s able to recreate any scent. She keeps these scents in labeled jars, several of which are of her mother, Joanne. Her father’s sister, Julia re-enters their lives, and when … Continue reading ‘The Five Devils’ Review [Houston Cinema Arts Festival]
Indiana Jones is back, and we have our first look at Harrison Ford as the famous Indiana Jones for Mangolds take on the legendary character. We haven’t had an Indiana Jones movie since Kingdom of The Crystal Skull so it’s great to come back to this world. The fifth film in the franchise has gone through several hands over the years even Spielberg was attached … Continue reading ‘Indiana Jones 5’ First Look at Harrison Ford as Indiana Jones
Blumhouse and Atomic Monster have been behind some of the biggest horror franchises in modern time. Halloween and The Conjuring amongst the names of franchises that the companies have brought to the big screen. Jason Blum And James Wan who have both made horror a staple and box office hit could be reaching a deal soon to merge both companies. This would not be the … Continue reading Blumhouse and Atomic Monster Merging in Monstrous Deal!
Sissy is a film written and directed by Hannah Barlow and Kane Senes. Story The film follows influencer Cecilia. As a tween, she was best friends with Emma. This friendship was shattered by another girl, Alex. Years have passed, until Cecilia runs into Emma at the store. Excited, Emma invites Cecilia to her bachelorette weekend, located in an isolated cabin in the mountains. Visuals The … Continue reading ‘Sissy’ Review
The Inspection is a film written and directed by Elegance Bratton. Story The story follows a young, gay Black man, Ellis French. His life is in limbo, as he was rejected by his mother, and has been on his own since the age of 16. Desperate to find a sense of purpose and belonging, he joins the Marines. There, he continues to face rejection and … Continue reading ‘The Inspection’ Review [Houston Cinema Arts Festival]
An Indiana Jones series for Disney+ is in talks. The Mousehouse and Lucasfilm have been bringing up the possibility of the show. The series is still early on in the process, with no writer attached yet. Therefore, there are no plot details available yet. It is unknown if it will be a prequel, spinoff, or if it will tie into the upcoming fifth film. It … Continue reading ‘Indiana Jones’ Series Coming to Disney+
TÁR is a film written, produced, and directed by Todd Field. Story TÁR follows Lydia Tár, a world-famous conductor who is leading a German Orchestra. The film begins with Lydia at the peak of her career, with the upcoming release of her book and her preparation for a live performance. As time progresses, Lydia’s life crumbles as a result of her abuse of power. Visuals … Continue reading ‘TÁR’ Review
A Friday the 13th series is coming to Peacock. Titled, Crystal Lake, it is set to be a prequel series. It follows an extensive legal battle between the team of the original film. Bryan Fuller (Hannibal, Star Trek: Discovery) serves as writer, showrunner and exec producer. A24 is the studio and Victor Miller (the first film’s writer), Marc Toberoff (Miller’s copywrite lawyer), and Rob Barsamian … Continue reading ‘Friday the 13th’ Series Coming to Peacock
Wednesday is an upcoming Netflix series. Story The story centers on Wednesday Addams. Following several troubling acts in school, she is sent to attend Nevermore Academy. At Nevermore, she encounters society’s outcasts: vampire, werewolves, and the like. Simultaneously, she is discovering her psychic abilities, and begins to uncover a killing spree and a mystery surrounding her parents. Visuals The show features a lot of contrast … Continue reading ‘Wednesday’ Episode 1 Review
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