wadewainio

Wade is a wannabe artist and musician (operating under the moniker Grandpa Helicopter), and an occasional radio DJ for WMTU 91.9 FM Houghton. He is an occasional writer for Undead Walking, and also makes up various blogs of his own. He even has a few books in the works. Then again, doesn't everyone?

‘DIE HARD’ (1988): An Exemplary Action-Thriller

Die Hard

John McTiernan’s Die Hard stands as a quintessential example of the action-thriller genre, weaving suspense and adrenaline-pumping sequences into a tightly knit narrative. The film’s thriller elements are deeply embedded in its characters, plot, and setting, creating a gripping experience that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats. The Menace …

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From Voodoo to AI: A Defense of the 2019 ‘Child’s Play’ Remake

One of the most iconic moments from the original Child’s Play is when Karen Barclay (Catherine Hicks) discovers that Chucky is no ordinary doll. After finding the batteries that are supposed to be in her son’s toy, she examines it to see if it has power. It doesn’t! This means …

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‘SLUGS’ (1988): When Mutated Mollusks Attack!

Slugs

Slugs (also known as Slugs, Slimy Death) is a 1988 horror film directed by Juan Piquer Simón, known for his work in the horror and science fiction genres. The movie is based on the 1982 novel Slugs by Shaun Hutson. Now, admittedly, I have not read that novel, but I …

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‘TEMPLE OF DOOM’ (1984): The Controversial Yet Iconic Indiana Jones Prequel

In case you’ve lived under a rock, Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom is a 1984 action-adventure film directed by Steven Spielberg and produced by George Lucas, and the second installment in the Indiana Jones franchise. It serves as a prequel to Raiders of the Lost Ark but doesn’t …

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Joe Lynch’s ‘Suitable Flesh’ (2023): A Psychological Thriller’s Descent into Ambiguity – Movie Review

Written by Dennis Paoli and directed by Joe Lynch, Suitable Flesh strives to be a complex, mind-bending yet accessible, dark psychological thriller involving themes of identity, possession, and the supernatural. It follows Dr. Elizabeth Derby (Heather Graham), a psychiatrist who becomes entangled in a series of events involving a patient …

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Master of Suspense: Alfred Hitchcock’s Undying Legacy

Alfred Hitchcock

Alfred Hitchcock, often referred to as the “Master of Suspense,” was, and still is, one of the most influential and celebrated filmmakers in the history of cinema. Born on August 13, 1899, in Leytonstone, England, Hitchcock began his career in the British film industry in the 1920s as a title …

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‘Tourist Trap’ (1979): A Quirky Cult Classic With A Telekinetic Twist

Tourist Trap is a 1979 American horror film directed by David Schmoeller and starring Chuck Connors, Jocelyn Jones, Jon Van Ness, Robin Sherwood, and Tanya Roberts. It is an unnaturally entertaining flick, even if not absolutely perfect. Check out the trailer: The film follows a group of friends who become stranded …

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