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Reviews of films from various genres
Mickey 17 (2025) review – Bong Joon-ho’s ambitious sci-fi satire yields mixed results
Bong Joon-ho’s highly anticipated Mickey 17, his third English-language film, is an ambitious sci-fi comedy-drama that…
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Demon City (2025) ‘Netflix’ Review – A Slick but Generic Revenge Thriller
Demon City, directed by Seiji Tanaka, doesn’t break new ground in the “revenge thriller” subgenre, but…
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The Gorge (2025) review – Anya Taylor-Joy and Miles Teller bring enough charm and intensity to keep this flawed film engaging
Scott Derrickson’s The Gorge ambitiously combines romance, sci-fi, horror, action, and conspiracy thriller elements into a…
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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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