Articles

TOP GUN (1986): A 40th Anniversary Retrospective

Introduction Top Gun (1986) was a film that defined the military and action genres from the 1980’s on. Combining a high-octane story with an amazing...

The Making of POINT BLANK (1967)

Introduction Point Blank, released in 1967, is widely considered to be one of the best and most influential movies of the 1960s. Filmmakers such as...

POWER BALLAD Review: Second Chances And Missed Opportunities

Introduction I have been trying to find a way to start this review of Power Ballad ever since I saw it at SXSW. It has...

BETTER CALL SAUL: A Review Of The Final Season

Introduction For almost the last fifteen years, Vince Gilligan has created a "Breaking Bad Universe" that has enthralled fans and made critics swoon. Starting in...

THE PLAGUE (2025): A Review Of Charlie Polinger’s Haunting Debut Feature

Introduction The Plague is a haunting film. It caught me off guard in the most unsettling way. I sat down to watch it knowing only...

IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE (1946): The Making Of A Xmas Classic

Introduction It’s a Wonderful Life (1946) is one of the most beloved and enduring films in American cinema history. Directed and produced by Frank Capra...

SONG SUNG BLUE Review: Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson Sing The Hits

Introduction When I was asked to attend a screening of Song Sung Blue, my first request was for an extra ticket for my wife. She...

THE HOUSEMAID Review: At Least One Of Them Had A Plan…Sort Of

Introduction I’m guessing that The Housemaid is a case of the book being better than the movie. I’m guessing this because I haven’t read the...