Charlie Cargile

Central Illinois based film journalist. Lover of cinema of all varieties but in love with films with an independent spirit. Elder Emo. Cat Dad. Metalhead.

Timo Vuorensola’s ‘ALTERED’ (2025) – Movie Review

As humans we tend to focus on our differences instead of the things we have in common. This is especially true when it comes to politics, economics, and class. Altered explores the ways we are divided and shows that humanity is stronger when it is united. Here are by thoughts …

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PJ Starks and Eric Huskisson’s ‘NEW FEARS EVE’ (2025) – Movie Review

I’ve been following PJ Starks filmmaking since Volumes of Blood. Way back in the day. I remember when news first came out about New Fears Eve and how amazing it looked. Recently I was given the opportunity to check out New Fears Eve. Read on for my thoughts. Synopsis The …

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Yorgos Lanthimos’s ‘BUGONIA’ (2025) – Movie Review

Yorgos Lanthimos is one of my absolute favorite filmmakers, though I came to him later in his career with Poor Things. Since then I’ve bought his entire filmography and have watched and rewatched all of his films. I’m always excited for a new Yorgos Lanthimos film, especially when it pairs …

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Paul Ragsdale and Angie De Alba’s ‘ONLYFANGS’ (2025) – Movie Review

I’ve been following Paul Ragsdale and Angie De Alba since I reviewed their film Streets of Vengeance back in 2016. I’ve been a huge fan ever since and I’m always anxiously awaiting their latest film. Well, the times has arrived for a new A & P Productions film, Onlyfangs. Read …

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