The zombie killers are back, and so are their rules. The rules of “Zombieland” are simple: Cardio (the fat guy dies quick), Double Tap (make sure the zombie stays dead), Beware of Bathrooms, Buckle Up, Travel Light, Don’t Be a… Read More ›
Horror
It: Chapter Two
Too many demons, but something wicked this way comes. There’s a similar reaction to “Avengers: Infinity War” and “Endgame,” and “The Matrix Reloaded” and “Revolutions.” It was a Pennywise choice to split Stephen King’s “It” in two chapters. If it… Read More ›
Ready or Not
For horror fans, this is one wedding reception you won’t want to miss. There’s a synopsis in “Ready or Not” that you’re going to think is terrible, and I don’t blame you. There is a family tradition that whenever somebody… Read More ›
Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark
There’s a story inside the stories that makes it likable. I’ve been skeptical about whether or not I should dish on “Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark,” because of how most jump scares bore me these days. And I’ve… Read More ›
Crawl
Them gators look fake, but the thrills and stars are real The best movie to rip off “Jaws” is “Deep Blue Sea” from 20 years ago. It was no shark masterpiece at that exact level, but there was still a… Read More ›
Midsommar
It’s deranged, it’s disturbing, it’s long, and yet, it’s watchable. As a kid, my biggest fear is standing out in a field midday by myself, and hearing a loud scream. I would be frightened by that situation, doesn’t matter how… Read More ›
Child’s Play (2019)
This reboot should have stayed in the box or in the factory where it was produced. I just praised “Toy Story 4” for possessing the heart and imagination the other three movies, especially since I grew up with the original… Read More ›
Child’s Play (1988)
To prepare you for the new one, here’s my review of the original. The new version of “Child’s Play” with Mark Hamill voicing the demon doll Chucky opens this Friday. So, I’ve decided to share with you my opinion on… Read More ›
The Dead Don’t Die
Jim Jarmusch’s latest zombie entry is neither “Zombieland” nor “Shaun of the Dead.” The best thing about Jim Jarmusch’s latest movie “The Dead Don’t Die” is how one of his characters, portrayed by Adam Driver, knows he’s in a movie…. Read More ›
Ma
Octavia Spencer is fine on almost every level, but the third act loses The Help. “Ma” is a horror movie that only works in its first two acts and then loses its way towards the end. It doesn’t follow the… Read More ›