Category: Science Fiction

Mad Love (1935) & Tearsucker (2023) Movie Reviews | Weird Deadly Obsessions

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Madness and obsession is often played for thrills in cinema, especially in the horror genre; many reviews for such films include disclaimers about the inaccuracy of the mental illness depicted. It is not the filmmakers intentionally wishing to misrepresent the very real struggles of individuals, but a movie is often compelled to take liberties with … Continue reading Mad Love (1935) & Tearsucker (2023) Movie Reviews | Weird Deadly Obsessions

Edward Scissorhands (1990) Movie Review

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Sometimes a film is so ingrained in pop culture that it is easy to take for granted. Tim Burton's Edward Scissorhands (1990) is such a movie. Its themes like "beauty in eccentricity" and "the misunderstood monster" are well-worn in popular cinema (granted monster movies have explored these ideas for centuries, but with far less mainstream … Continue reading Edward Scissorhands (1990) Movie Review

Re-Animator (1985) Movie Review: Going for the Jugular

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Few movies start with as bloody a bang as Stuart Gordon's Re-Animator. In those opening minutes, the film prepares you for everything you need to know; there will be gory special effects, deranged scientists, and more than a few surprises to keep you glued to the screen. Fans of such special effects driven horror movies, … Continue reading Re-Animator (1985) Movie Review: Going for the Jugular

The Monsters of MSPIFF

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The 42nd Minneapolis-St. Paul International Film Festival (MSPIFF) wrapped up on Thursday, April 27. Offering two weeks of local and international fare, encompassing fiction, documentary, animation, and practically every conceivable genre, it's an almost overwhelming smorgasbord for cinephiles in Minnesota. Initially, my plan was to see more than 40 movies throughout the festival, but I … Continue reading The Monsters of MSPIFF

65 Million Years Ago a Spaceman Blasted Dinosaurs in the Face | “65” Movie Review

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Or as the official tagline goes, 65 million years ago prehistoric earth had a visitor... Whichever you prefer, 65 is a pulp fiction combining dinosaur action with science fiction thrills. The results are sometimes uneven - more intriguing than captivating - but thanks to brisk pacing and likable performances, there's simply not enough time for … Continue reading 65 Million Years Ago a Spaceman Blasted Dinosaurs in the Face | “65” Movie Review