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“Lisa Frankenstein” could use a spark
“So what happened to her? I’ve heard things…” Story: It’s 1989, and Lisa has been through it. In the past couple of years, she’s lost her mom, her dad remarried, and she’s been relocated. Now, in a new city, new … Continue reading
In Queue Review – Mister Organ wrecked me.
“The whole thing was like this weird psychedelic dream.” Genre: Documentaries Release Date: 2024 Where I Watched: Netflix Gist: Auckland, NZ, 2016. What started as a “silly” investigative piece about a parking lot that (threatens) folks who dare to park … Continue reading
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Tagged 2024 Films, Documentaries, Movie Reviews, Netflix
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“Night Swim” successfully glides through familiar waters
“We’re the pool family!” Story: The Walker fam look to move into a new house after dad Ray got injured during his pro baseball thang. (#GoSports) But they can’t decide on what house to choose; one that’s handicapped accessible but … Continue reading
In Queue Review – “Hell Camp: Teen Nightmare”
“I mean, some of how we did things could look abusive… I’m sorry, I might be old school, but human nature is we need parameters.” Genre: Horrifying Documentaries Release Date: 2023 Where I Watched: Netflix Gist: A look at Challenger Camp, led by … Continue reading
“The Color Purple” – How To Adapt A Musical Beautifully 101
“We are more than kings and queens. We are the center of the universe.” Genre I’d put it in: Musical Adaptations That Become A Master Class In Their Genre Release Date: 2023 Remake, Sequel, Based-On, or Original: Based on the … Continue reading
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Tagged 2023 Films, Adaptations, Movie Musicals, Movie Reviews
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“Godzilla Minus One” harks back to Kaiju classics while keeping things fresh
“This country never changes. Perhaps it can’t.” Story: In the aftermath of the Japanese loss in WWII, Kōichi Shikishima, a failed kamikaze pilot, tries to pick up the pieces of his life amid shame and self-loathing, while trying to figure … Continue reading
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Tagged 2023 Films, Godzilla, In Horror, Kaiju Fever, Movie Reviews
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In Queue Review – “Scream of the Wolf” (aka “Wolf Manor”)
“Trust me. I’m a producer.” Genre: Furry Horror Comedies Release Date: 2023 (wide & streaming), 2022 (Festival circuit) Where I Watched: Shudder Gist: Crimson Manor, the latest installment of a beloved Gothic vampire series, is wrapping up production at a … Continue reading
“Wish” – new story, old hat
“A squirrel just said good morning to me…. What do you say to a squirrel?” Story: Welcome to the Kingdom of Rosas! Here, our King is a magnificent sorcerer that can grant wishes! Just give him your wish on your … Continue reading
“The Hunger Games: The Ballad Of Songbirds and Snakes”
“Snow lands on top.” Story: It’s time for the tenth annual Hunger Games. After Panem’s failed revolution decimated the Capitol, the once shining city is starting to rebuild. A young Coriolanus “Cori” Snow is tasked with being the mentor for … Continue reading
“Napoleon” isn’t Ridley Scott’s Waterloo, but it’s just as muddy
“Destiny has brought me here! Destiny has brought me this lamb chop!” Story: It’s 1789, and Marie Antoinette has been beheaded during the rabid tide of the French Revolution. As years pass, a Corsican military commander named Napoleon Bonaparte seeks … Continue reading
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