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‘KING KONG’ (1933) at 90: A Great Movie…That People Frequently Accuse of Racism?!

King Kong (1933)

Is King Kong the greatest monster movie of all time? Possibly. It is certainly among the most iconic, and like so many monster flicks to follow, it really involves people venturing to places they probably should not go. In this case, it’s a troubled voyage to Skull Island. The expedition …

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Actor Julian Sands Still Missing – Latest Update

Julian Sands

The Search Continues… Nearly two months after actor Julian Sands (Ghosts of Monday, 2022) first went missing on Mt. Baldy in the San Gabriel Mountains, there has been recent speculation that he’s been found. There have been other missing hikers recovered. But as of now, Sands still remains missing. The …

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‘CRYPTID’ (2023) Review – Just Another Creature Feature? Or Something More?

At first glance, the crowdfunded indie film Cryptid may look like just another B-movie creature feature. I found it to be more than that. How much more? Check out the trailer, then read on for the full review! The Story Harriet (Ellen Adair) and Max (Nicholas Baroudi) give us a …

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‘CHILDREN OF THE CORN’ (2023) Reboot: My Expectations Were Low, But Oh My!

When it comes to sequels, unless the title has the words “The Godfather” in front of it, I’m never expecting it to be as good as the original. Reboots are something different. They can either give a much-needed, original jolt of adrenaline to a dying franchise like the recent Wrong …

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Michael Lombardi’s ‘THE RETALIATORS’ (2022) Blu-Ray Review

The Retaliators (2022)

I’m a huge fan of revenge films, low-budget horror films, and heavy metal. It stands to reason that the indie horror/revenge film The Retaliators, which stars and features music from some of the biggest bands from the rock/metal scene, would be right up my alley.  Did The Retaliators satisfy my …

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A Difficult Conversation – ‘KNOCK AT THE CABIN’ (2023) – Spoiler Free Review

Knock at the Cabin

I never know what to expect when entering an M. Night Shyamalan (Old (2021), Servant (2019-23) movie. For years, the Sixth Sense (1999) and Signs (2002) were high water marks of entertainment in my imagination. Meanwhile, the scars of The Village (2004) and The Happening (2008) hinder my eagerness to …

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Coming Soon to Digital: ‘The Burial’

The Burial

Coming soon to Digital from Terror Films and director Michael Escalante (To Raise Hell) is the new horror film, The Burial. The film stars Spencer Weitzel (Halloweeners – TV Series), Faith Kearns (Dreamer), and Aaron Pyle (Memora). It will be available March 3, 2023. Synopsis: When Molly’s boyfriend gets a phone …

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Cinedigm Acquires All North American Rights to Lithuanian Film ‘PENSIVE’

Cinedigm has acquired all North American rights to the Lithuanian horror film, Pensive. Directed by Jonas Trukanas (When the Lights Go Out), the film stars Sarunas Rapolas Meliesius (People We Know are Confused), Gabija Bargailaite (Pilgrims), and Marius Repsys (Runner). Synopsis: Inspired by local legends, Pensive follows a group of …

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A (Very) Comprehensive Review of ‘COCAINE BEAR’ (2023)

“Alright hear me out, a bear… Does cocaine… A Cocaine Bear… ” “I love it! We’ll give you $35 Million Dollars!” – A conversation definitely had at Lord Miller Productions, Brownstone Productions, Jurassic Party Productions, and Universal Pictures. I’m not going to lie, this was a movie I walked into …

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