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LIZZIE: A Distinctive Take On The True Crime Legend
LIZZIE: A Distinctive Take On The True Crime Legend

Lizzie may be a fictional tale of a real-life crime that we will never fully know the truth of, but it sure is an intriguing and especially a well-designed one.

CASTLE ROCK "Henry Deaver" (S1E9): Not Kansas Anymore
CASTLE ROCK “Henry Deaver” (S1E9): Not Kansas Anymore

The latest episode of Castle Rock, “Henry Deaver”, dives further into the mystery behind the character, providing us with an alternative, intriguing world.

THE NUN: Silly Jump-Scare "Nun-sense"
THE NUN: Silly Jump-Scare “Nun-sense”

With adequate locations and a potentially interesting atmosphere, The Nun creates a darkly lit ordeal that is one silly “nun-sensical” roller coaster ride of jump scares.

KIN: Promising Sci-Fi Thriller Self-Destructs
KIN: Promising Sci-Fi Thriller Self-Destructs

Kin is a meandering road saga, filled with detours and dull patches and an ending that is both truly bizarre and unintentionally funny.

CASTLE ROCK “Past Perfect” (S1E8): Not A Whimper But A Bang

While feeling a bit like a preparatory hour designed to give us a push into the final climax, there’s still some good ol’ terror to be had in the latest Castle Rock episode.

REVENGE: An Intriguing But Uneven Scandinavian Thriller

Despite its strong beginning and its tangled plot and hard-to-ignore plot holes, the Norwegian thriller Revenge is an enjoyable film.

BOARDING SCHOOL: This School Teaches a Whole New Brand of Horror
BOARDING SCHOOL: This School Teaches A Whole New Brand Of Horror

Boarding School follows in suit with the continued reinvigoration of the horror genre, breaking away from the cliché and introducing new scares.

SEARCHING: A Cautionary Tale Elevated by a Gimmick
SEARCHING: A Cautionary Tale Elevated By A Gimmick

A striking cautionary tale with authentic performances, Searching is a small thriller whose computer-screen gimmick actually elevates its subject matter.

Actor Profile: Winona Ryder

We break down the career of Winona Ryder, showcasing her talent for the horror genre and more over her 30+ years in front of the camera.

SHARP OBJECTS “Milk” (S1E8): Outstanding Finale Cements Masterful Miniseries
SHARP OBJECTS “Milk” (S1E8): Outstanding Finale Cements Masterful Miniseries

Sharp Objects’ powerful series finale is a masterful instance of persistent hard work and a careful attention to detail paying off.

THE LITTLE STRANGER: Repression Casts An Intriguing Spell
THE LITTLE STRANGER: Repression Casts An Intriguing Spell

The Little Stranger is a demanding but absorbing thriller – it will not spoon feed you scares, and it’s all the better for it.

BLUE IGUANA: A Blood-Splattered Action Comedy
BLUE IGUANA: A Blood-Splattered Action Comedy

Blue Iguana is a fun throwback to 80’s action crime movies, aided by fantastic performances and a punchy script.

FIVE FINGERS FOR MARSEILLES: A South African Western living in the shadow of its influences
FIVE FINGERS FOR MARSEILLES: A South African Western Living In The Shadow Of Its Influences

Five Fingers for Marseilles is sporadically entertaining while watching, but devoid of the food for thought a film with this subject matter urgently needs.

MILE 22: An Abysmal, Cacophonous, Incoherent Ride

Team WahlBerg’s latest effort Mile 22 is abysmal, wasting the talents of all parties involved for a schlocky, aggressive shoot ‘em up picture.

ALONG CAME THE DEVIL: Not Your Average Horror Film
ALONG CAME THE DEVIL: Not Your Average Horror Film

Along Came the Devil balances haunting imagery and genuine scares with a realistic story about family, tragedy, and overcoming loss