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 […]

The Last Boy Scout

After “Lethal Weapon 2” was released in 1989, Shane Black (one of my favorite writers) worked on an original script inspired by his breakup with a girlfriend as a serious and less funny version of “Lethal Weapon” with Bruce Willis and Damon Wayans teaming up to investigate a slain woman tied to a crooked Politian […]

The Rescuers

In 1959, Margery Sharp published a book titled, “The Rescuers.” The premise focuses on two mice named, Bernard & Bianca. Their mission is to save a little girl captured by treasure hunters whose goal is to use the girl to obtain a diamond. Three Years Later, a follow-up, “Miss Bianca” continues the mice’s further adventures. […]

Kiss Kiss Bang Bang (WB’s Flops Vol. 2 #30)

Eight Years After “Lethal Weapon 4” came out, Shane Black went on hiatus due to negative reactions of The Long Kiss Goodnight. (I thought was pretty good) He read a novel titled, “Bodies Are Where You Find Them.” The book inspired Shane to get back into his comfort zone making another mystery crime-comedy buddy film. […]

Django Unchained

After “Inglorious Basterds” earned universal acclaim from critics and movie goers alike, Quentin Tarantino worked on his next project titled starring Jamie Foxx, Christoph Waltz, Leonardo DiCaprio and his good luck charm, Samuel L. Jackson in a throwback to Clint Eastwood westerns set two years before The Civil War titled, “Django Unchained.” Officially released in […]

Mallrats

After Kevin Smith earned praise for his directorial debut known as “Clerks,” his next film focuses on two best friends Brodie & Quint fed up with their girlfriends breaking up. Hilarity Ensues as they endure surreal moments, conflicted on what they want to do in their futures and last but not least interacting with a […]