One-Eyed Jacks, Marlon Brando’s solitary directorial film, stands apart from other Westerns of that era and…
Continue ReadingBlog
The Case of the Scorpion’s Tail (1971) review – An engaging Giallo film that contains all the genre’s defining characteristics
With films like All the Colors in the Dark (1972), Torso (1973), Your Vice is a…
Continue Reading
15 best underrated Neo-Noir films of the 1990s
Some critics refer to “Noir” as a genre, while others consider it a filmmaking style. From…
Continue Reading
Eyes Without a Face (1960) review – One of the most influential horror films ever made
One of the most influential films ever made, Eyes Without a Face, directed by Georges Franju,…
Continue Reading
Merry Christmas (2024) review – Shriram Raghavan explores the idea of executing ”A perfect murder” to craft an enticing murder mystery that Alfred Hitchcock would have appreciated
With Merry Christmas, director Sriram Raghavan investigates the idea of executing “A Perfect Murder” to craft…
Continue Reading
Captain Miller (2024) review – Arun Matheswaran’s expertly crafted, high-octane historical action-adventure reinforces his reputation as one of the most exciting filmmakers currently at work
After helming two critically acclaimed revenge thrillers, Rocky (2021) and Saani Kaayidham (2022), director Arun Matheswaran…
Continue Reading
Ace in the Hole (1951) review – Billy Wilder masterfully explores the darkest facets of human nature
Although Billy Wilder had previously delved into the shadowy side of human nature in masterpieces like…
Continue Reading
Eileen (2023) review – Thomasin McKenzie delivers a stellar performance in this deliciously twisted thriller
William Oldroyd’s deliciously twisted thriller, Eileen, mostly succeeds because of its assured direction, superb lead performances,…
Continue Reading
Saltburn (2023) review – Emerald Fennell’s second feature is a thrilling ride for the most part but takes a wrong turn towards the end
Emerald Fennell’s second directorial feature, Saltburn, joins the growing list of “F**k-the-rich-people” flicks that have gained…
Continue Reading
A Simple Plan (1998) review – Sam Raimi’s best film to date
Sam Raimi has given us several memorable films throughout his four-decade career, including The Evil Dead trilogy…
Continue Reading