Too often overlooked, Peter Yates was a director of remarkable versatility whose career spanned an impressive…
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Reviews of films from various genres
Outland (1981) review – Peter Hyams’ space-bound take on High Noon is a tense and compelling sci-fi western
Outland, Peter Hyams’ futuristic spin on High Noon (1952), is a taut, gripping sci-fi western set…
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Predator: Killer of Killers (2025) review – A visually striking, brutally violent, and meticulously crafted animated spectacle
As the sixth installment in the iconic Predator franchise, Predator: Killer of Killers, directed by Dan…
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Havoc (2025) ‘Netflix’ review – A slick neo-noir action thriller that fails to reach its full potential
Havoc, a neo-noir action thriller directed by Gareth Evans, features some slick action set pieces and…
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Darkman (1990) review – A highly stylized superhero origin story that is dark, daring, and distinctively Raimi
Based on a short story by Sam Raimi written as an homage to Universal’s 1940s horror…
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Elevator to the Gallows (1958) review – A hypnotic and atmospheric french noir, with Jeanne Moreau at her most captivating
At only 25, Louis Malle introduced the world to his cinematic vision with Elevator to the…
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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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