Gladiator

Released in 2000, (same year Almost Famous came out) “Gladiator” earned critical acclaim from critics and movie goers alike. In addition to praise, it became the second highest-grossing film of the year behind “Mission Impossible II.” Gladiator went on to win a few Oscars including “Best Actor,” (Russell Crowe) “Best Original Score,” (Hans Zimmer) and […]

Hereditary

Ari Aster’s directorial debut, “Hereditary” was officially released in 2018. (same year A Quiet Place came out) It received critical acclaim from critics and movie goers alike. In addition to praise, it became A24’s highest-grossing film. Until “Everything Everywhere All at Once” surpassed it. Mr. Aster’s latest film, “Beau Is Afraid” starring Joaquin Phoenix, is […]

Army of Darkness

“Army of Darkness” was officially released in 1992. (same year Reservoir Dogs came out) The third film in “The Evil Dead” series earned positive reviews from critics and movie goers alike. It was a modest success at the box office. The series became a cult following ranging from merchandise, video games, comic books, a TV […]

Classics Review: House on Haunted Hill (1959)

“House in Haunted Hill” was officially released in 1959. (same year Hal Jordan/Green Lantern made his his comic book debut) It received good reviews from critics and movie goers alike. Plus, it recoup money at the box office. Forty Years Later, a remake with Geoffrey Rush earned negative reviews. Anyway, it’s Halloween Month 2023. I’ll […]

Evil Dead II

In 1981, Sam Raimi directed a Horror film titled, “The Evil Dead” starring his bestie, Bruce Campbell. It’s about Ash and his friends who stay in an abandoned cabin in the woods. They find an audio tape. Whoever plays it, summons demonic spirits. Ash must find a way to put an end to the Deadites. […]

Flashback Review: Casper

In 1945, “Casper the Friendly Ghost” made his cartoon debut. The titular character isn’t your typical ghost who haunts people, he’s just a nice guy who wants to hang out with humans. His three uncles often pull pranks on him and the people he tries to befriend. He appeared in 55 theatrical cartoons back when […]