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Animal Among Us: The Real Monster Was Boredom All Along
ANIMAL AMONG US: The Real Monster Was Boredom All Along

Generic in all the worst ways, Animal Among Us is poorly executed, feeling like a throwback to the worst of mid 2000’s horror.

THE END OF THE F***ING WORLD SEASON 2: A F***ing Solemn But Inessential Addition
THE END OF THE F***ING WORLD SEASON 2: A F***ing Solemn But Inessential Addition

Not as impactful or satisfying as its daring predecessor, The End of the F***ing World is not the end of the world, but it’s not a crucial send-off either.

EARTHQUAKE BIRD: Psychological Thriller Starts Off Strong But Veers Off Balance

Earthquake Bird is likely to be but a blip in the filmography of both its stars and director.

AHS 1984 (S9 E 8,9) "Rest in Pieces" & "Final Girl": The Final Episodes
AHS 1984 (S9E8,9) “Rest in Pieces” & “Final Girl”: The Final Episodes

In a compassionate ending, the season wraps up with a happy ending for all, a rarity for American Horror Story.

DANIEL ISN’T REAL: Third Acts Are Hard
DANIEL ISN’T REAL: Third Acts Are Hard

While the tone, look and disturbing special effects will enthrall audiences in the beginning, Daniel Isn’t Real misses the mark in its third act.

From Prince of the City to King of the World: Why 2006 was Leonardo DiCaprio’s Defining Year
From Prince Of The City To King Of The World: Why 2006 Was Leonardo DiCaprio’s Defining Year

Lorna Codrai looks at why 2006 was the most pivotal year of DiCaprio’s career, a year change him from a Prince to King of the World

JACK RYAN Season Two: Our Hero Falls Victim To The Sophomore Slump
JACK RYAN Season 2: Our Hero Falls Victim To The Sophomore Slump

Unfortunately, our hero has fallen victim to the sophomore slump; Jack Ryan has made a lackluster return to our screens for season 2.

Monster Fest 2019: TAMMY AND THE T-REX & COME TO DADDY
Monster Fest 2019: TAMMY AND THE T-REX & COME TO DADDY

In his latest report from Monster Fest 2019, Alex Lines reviews the 1994 restored Tammy and the T-Rex and directorial debut Come to Daddy.

THE REPORT: Tells The Truth Of 9/11, Warts And All

The Report is deserving of every ounce of praise it receives on its performances, accuracy, and commentary, but getting through the film is a bit of a slog.

AHS 1984 (S9E7) "The Lady in White": Reunions
AHS 1984 (S9E7) “The Lady in White”: Reunions

In this episode of AHS 1984, we are given Richter’s background, completing the grisly characteristics of his damaged self.

READY OR NOT Trailer
Monsterfest 2019: READY OR NOT

Ready or Not heralds the arrival of a fantastic talent in Samara Weaving, as well as directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett.

COUNTDOWN: A Gimmick App Not Worth Installing
COUNTDOWN: A Gimmick App Not Worth Installing

Countdown is not aggressively terrible, but it’s life-threateningly dull.

DOCTOR SLEEP: A Worthy Successor to Both King's Novel and Kubrick's Adaptation
DOCTOR SLEEP: A Worthy Successor to Both King’s Novel and Kubrick’s Adaptation

Doctor Sleep may not be the most satisfying conclusion to both the book and film version of The Shining, yet it is still an engaging film in its own right.

Chicago International Film Festival 2019 Week 2: COMPONENTS OF LOVE, JOJO RABBIT & THE IRISHMAN
Chicago International Film Festival 2019 Week 2: COMPONENTS OF LOVE, JOJO RABBIT & THE IRISHMAN

Reporting from Chicago International Film Festival, Lana Stanczak reviews Components of Love, Jojo Rabbit and The Irishman.

RED LETTER DAY: Like THE PURGE, Only Lazier
RED LETTER DAY: Like THE PURGE, Only Lazier

Even in its short runtime, Red Letter Day disappoints by the sheer laziness of never pushing the screenplay to a possibly climactic finale.