The first batch of episodes laid the groundwork for the reboot of Doctor Who but batch two immediately deepens the lore. As Christopher Eccleston continues to show his incredible range, Russell T. Davies delivers some of the best episodes of Doctor Who's Season 1. This group shows how good Doctor Who can be when it's … Continue reading Unhinged Binge: ‘Doctor Who’ – Season 1 – Episodes 6 – 10
Unhinged Binge: ‘Doctor Who’ Season 1 – Episodes 1 – 5
We're kicking off a less formal, more passionate side to our TV coverage. We all have blind spots, and this is meant to help alleviate some of that. Think of this as a journal as I work through some of the classic shows that I've never watched before. With that in mind, let's hop into … Continue reading Unhinged Binge: ‘Doctor Who’ Season 1 – Episodes 1 – 5
Review: ‘They Cloned Tyrone’ – A Baadasssss Look into Exploitation
It’s business as usual in The Glen. Drug dealers roam the streets pushing product and collecting debts. Sex workers serve more than carnal desires by being eyes and ears on the streets. Pimps control inventory from shady motels adorned with cheap rugs and old blinds. Territories are disputed, and scores are settled. Today was a … Continue reading Review: ‘They Cloned Tyrone’ – A Baadasssss Look into Exploitation
Review: ‘Transformers: Rise of the Beasts’ – The Franchise Transforms in a Fresh Direction
The latest entry in the Transformers franchise, Transformers: Rise of the Beasts, serves as a loose sequel to Bumblebee and an even looser prequel to the original Michael Bay-directed films that starred Shia LaBeouf. With only two returning Transformer characters, the film feels like a soft reboot of the series. This works in the film’s … Continue reading Review: ‘Transformers: Rise of the Beasts’ – The Franchise Transforms in a Fresh Direction
Review: ‘The Flash’ – The Past Cannot Be Changed and the Fate of the Old DCU is Sealed
Early marketing and interviews regarding The Flash hyped the best DC movie that Warner Brothers has made. Bold words, indeed. Yet anticipation was somewhat reserved due to real-life conflicts and controversy of its lead star. Further confusing matters was when the film was meant to take place. Was this meant to be the end of … Continue reading Review: ‘The Flash’ – The Past Cannot Be Changed and the Fate of the Old DCU is Sealed
Tribeca 2023: ‘I.S.S.’ – A Visual Experience in Confined Space
For the last seventy-five years, America and Russia appear at a stalemate. While empires rise and fall, the two nations with the capability of destroying the world diametrically opposed on most issues. It’s a worrying fear that inspires I.S.S.. With tensions high and interpersonal relationships tested, I.S.S. navigates human conundrums miles above the Earth. Two … Continue reading Tribeca 2023: ‘I.S.S.’ – A Visual Experience in Confined Space
Review: ‘The Flash’ – A Heartfelt, Disappointing Mess
For movie studios everything, everywhere, all at once, seems to be about the multiverse. The DCU first dipped its toes into the idea of the multiverse and time-traveling with Batman V. Superman: Dawn of Justice. Since then, the comic book-inspired cinematic universe has attempted a soft reboot, veering away from its initial less-than-perfectly executed plan. … Continue reading Review: ‘The Flash’ – A Heartfelt, Disappointing Mess
‘Jurassic Park’ at 30 – The Power and Wonder Remain
When Steven Spielberg took on Jurassic Park, there were plenty of suitors. Tim Burton, Joe Dante, and Richard Donner were all in the mix. Michael Crichton had more than enough credentials to demand a seat in directing chair. Yet Spielberg had Industrial Light and Magic, as well as George Lucas, in his back pocket. It … Continue reading ‘Jurassic Park’ at 30 – The Power and Wonder Remain
Review: ‘Transformers: Rise Of The Beasts’ – A Mechanical Rumble In The Jungle
In the sequel to Bumblebee, Transformers: Rise of the Beasts moves to New York City in 1994. A former military electronics expert Noah Diaz (Anthony Ramos) breaks into a sleek Porsche. It just happens to be a juvenile Maximal named Mirage (voiced by Pete Davidson). Meanwhile, a young artifact researcher Elena (Dominique Fishback) studies what … Continue reading Review: ‘Transformers: Rise Of The Beasts’ – A Mechanical Rumble In The Jungle
Review: ‘Motion Detected’ Fails to Deliver the Scares
The era of smart tech is upon us in horror films. Scream (2022) showed a character fighting off her attacker with a smart lock. Video surveillance in Paranormal Activity led to truly grueling scares. Meg3n embraced a killer AI doll and seems poised for sequels. The fears of AI and a digital world are primed … Continue reading Review: ‘Motion Detected’ Fails to Deliver the Scares