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Reviews of films from various genres
The Fury (1978) review – A visually rich de Palma film that seamlessly blends spy thrills with eerie supernatural twists
Following up on his highly acclaimed and influential horror film Carrie (1976), which revolved around a…
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Winchester ’73 (1950) review – A gripping and tightly crafted Western that redefined James Stewart’s career
Winchester ’73, a gripping and tightly crafted Western, not only reignited James Stewart’s career after a…
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Deva (2025) review – A decent effort, but still a downgraded version of the original
In Deva, Roshan Andrrews remakes his own daring and gripping Malayalam thriller, Mumbai Police (2013), delivering…
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The Haunting (1963) review – One of the finest haunted house films, expertly blending psychological drama with supernatural horror
Among the most prolific filmmakers of all time, Robert Wise was a master of versatility, crafting…
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Hangover Square (1945) review – A hidden noir treasure, showcasing John Brahm’s visual brilliance and Laird Cregar’s standout performance
After the success of The Lodger (1944), John Brahm and Laird Cregar collaborate once more on…
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Demolition Man (1993) review – A film that effectively combines action, comedy, and satire to create a thoroughly enjoyable cinematic experience
Demolition Man, directed by Marco Brambilla, is a sci-fi action film that is a solid addition…
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Carry-On (2024) ‘Netflix’ review – A gripping ticking-clock action thriller
Carry-on, a return to form for director Jaume Collet-Serra, checks all the boxes for a gripping…
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The Changeling (1980) review – A well-executed haunted house horror film
The Changeling, directed by Peter Medak, is a well-executed haunted house horror film with a solid…
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Gladiator II (2024) review – Denzel Washington shines in this flawed yet enjoyable sequel
Gladiator II, the sequel to director Ridley Scott’s only Oscar-winning epic film, Gladiator (2000), feels more…
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