Reviews of films
The ability to upgrade our pathetic meat popsicle bodies has long been an important goal of science and consequently sci-fi has also sought to reflect this desire. I know it sure is one that is frequently on my mind as … Continue reading Movie Reviews: Upgrade (2018)
Who are the Shaw Brothers? If you didn’t grow up a child of the 70’s and 80’s, then they’re probably best known as the guys who provided the entire sound clip library for the Wu-Tang Clan. Seriously, where would Ghostface … Continue reading Made Overseas: The Super Inframan (1975)
In my past three reviews, I’ve now violated the three basic things you don’t talk about, politics, religion, and worst of all nerd properties. The religion at the center of today’s film is Judaism or more specifically, a branch of … Continue reading Movie Reviews: Disobedience (2018)
Welcome to my weekly discussion of the animated films of the Walt Disney Studio. I’m proceeding mostly chronologically. The title comes from a quote from Walt, “I never called my work an ‘art’ It’s part of show business, the business … Continue reading Building Entertainment: The Animated Films of the Walt Disney Studio. The Emperor’s New Groove
AUDITION FOR FREE ON YOUTUBE Right there. That is a link to the movie. If you have heard of the movie called Audition, but have not watched it for whatever reason, then it is up to you to decide if … Continue reading WTF ASIA 7: Audition (1999)
In 2000, Kinji Fukasaku directed a movie called Battle Royale and fulfilled the every old person fantasy of teenagers murdering each other in the name of bloodsport. The movie was based on a popular Japanese dystopian novel which was also … Continue reading Made Overseas: Battle Royale (2000)
Welcome to my weekly discussion of the animated films of the Walt Disney Studio. I’m proceeding mostly chronologically. The title comes from a quote from Walt, “I never called my work an ‘art’ It’s part of show business, the business … Continue reading Building Entertainment: The Animated Films of the Walt Disney Studio. Dinosaur.
This week on WTF ASIA, I present Hellcats…or I Like It Hot…about three women at different points in their lives each struggling to deal with the difficulties of romance and of family members. There is a lot of screaming and swearing; it’s great. Coming Hot? Well, okay. … Continue reading WTF ASIA 6: Hellcats (2008)
There was a time when the newest Star Wars film would have been the biggest release of the year, and yet, it isn’t even the biggest (or second biggest) film of the first half of this year released by Disney. Partly, it’s … Continue reading Movie Reviews: Solo: A Star Wars Story (2018)
Now for something a little different: a movie about killing trolls! And I’m not talking about QAnon! (Cue: slide whistle sound effect…. Wait. What do you mean Made Overseas isn’t a podcast? What did I buy all these expensive microphones … Continue reading Made Overseas: Trollhunter (2010)
Some folks in the comments have suggested that once in a while, I could perhaps watch better movies. And I do see good movies, I promise. Recently, I’ve enjoyed Stand By Me, City of God, Boogie Nights, and many others. … Continue reading Ynce Iche’s Movie Misery Corner: There Is Nothing More Satisfying Than Being Mean Online
I don’t review many documentaries here for a number of reasons. It’s hard to argue most of them are the most cinematic of art forms and as such are frequently shunted down on my list of films to see. Also, … Continue reading Movie Reviews: RBG (2018)
Welcome to my weekly discussion of the animated films of the Walt Disney Studio. I’m proceeding mostly chronologically. The title comes from a quote from Walt, “I never called my work an ‘art’ It’s part of show business, the business … Continue reading Building Entertainment: The Animated Films of the Walt Disney Studio. Fantasia 2000
What, does this really need an introduction? Do any of you think that this movie may be about eggs? Come on. It’s about babies. Free on Youtube. Approximately 128 minutes. Tequila is…what everyone calls him. Anyways, Tequila is … Continue reading WTF ASIA 5: Hard Boiled (1992)
I was never much into the X-Men growing up, preferring instead the many other superhero programming that came out in the 90s and eventually the 00s. I also can’t speak with any authority here as a comics guy as my … Continue reading Movie Reviews: Deadpool 2 (2018)
I have a terrible confession to make: I am weirdly fascinated by Hong Kong movies superheroes. I guess you could make the argument that most wu xia films are superhero movies already — people with amazing, nearly supernatural powers that … Continue reading Made Overseas: Black Mask (1996)
Sure, this review would have been thematically more relevant, a few days ago, but it’s never too late to honor mothers. On that subject, we have the latest collaboration of director Jason Reitman and Diablo Cody. After breaking out with … Continue reading Movie Reviews: Tully (2018)
This week on TCM Underground, we travel to the 1950s and 1960s in Japan and get treated to a double feature that goes against the norm and invites us to a frank discussion on sexuality. Both films go into explicit … Continue reading TCM Underground: Funeral Parade of Roses (1969) and Crazed Fruit (1956)
Welcome to my weekly discussion of the animated films of the Walt Disney Studio. I’m proceeding mostly chronologically. The title comes from a quote from Walt, “I never called my work an ‘art’ It’s part of show business, the business … Continue reading Building Entertainment: The Animated Films of the Walt Disney Studio. Pixar edition. Toy Story 2
There have been many Indian movies about the country’s fraught relationship with Pakistan. It is only natural, given their history. This week’s movie, Lahore, addresses the relationship more directly, and hints at the possibility of reconciliation. It is also a story … Continue reading WTF ASIA 4: Lahore (2010)
For the longest time, I thought I might be the only one outside of Cameron Crowe who actually owns this movie on DVD, but then I found out our own Gougagna does as well, so there are at least three copies floating around out there. Continue reading Poor Little Rich Boys: Revisiting Vanilla Sky
You must be logged in to post a comment.