Blow Out

“Blow Out” was officially released in 1981. (same year Mad Max: The Road Warrior came out) It received praise from critics including Gene Siskel & Roger Ebert. However, the film flopped at the box office. Overtime, Blow Out earned a cult following. Quentin Tarantino mentioned Blow Out as one of his all-time favorite films. Hence, […]

Classics Review: Stagecoach

“Stagecoach” was officially released in 1939. (same year The Wizard of Oz came out) It received praise from critics and movie goers. It also made enough money at the box office. Stagecoach made John Wayne a star after appearing in obscure films throughout his early career. The film earned a “Best Picture” nomination at the […]

Classics Review: Treasure Island

“Treasure Island” was officially released in 1950. (same year Akira Kurosawa’s Rashomon came out) It received positive reviews from critics and movie goers alike. There are two reasons why I wanna share my thoughts on Disney’s first live-action film. First, Disney officially turns 100. Walt founded the company back in 1923. Second, Disney’s live-action remake […]

The Royal Tenenbaums

After “Rushmore” came out in 1998 earning critical acclaim, friends/business partners Wes Anderson & Owen Wilson penned a script together titled, “The Royal Tenenbaums.” The Premise focuses on the patriarch pretending he’s dying in order to reconnect with his estranged gifted kids and ex-wife Released in 2001. (same year Ocean’s 11 came out) It received […]

Classics: Review: The Hidden Fortress

“The Hidden Fortress” was officially released in 1958. (same year The Icee Company was born) It received positive reviews from critics and movie goers alike. Plus, it made enough money at the box office. The Criterion Collection digitally restored The Hidden Fortress on DVD/Blu-Ray labeled as spine number 116. Sucker Punch is working on a […]

American Psycho

In 1991, author/screenwriter Bret Easton Ellis published a book titled, “American Psycho.” The story focuses on Patrick Bateman living a double life as a Wall Street investor and serial killer. Nine Years Later a film adaptation starring Christian Bale was released in 2000. (same year Requiem for a Dream came out) It received positive reviews […]