“Cursed in Baja,” directed by Jeff Daniel Phillips, presents itself as a haunting exploration of a man grappling with his turbulent past and the dark forces that intertwine with it. The film begins ominously with a prison guard leading the protagonist, Pirelli, played by Phillips himself, to what one might assume is his execution. However,
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In the chilling opening of “Shelby Oaks,” we are introduced to protagonist Riley Brennan, portrayed by Sarah Durn, who articulates a profound sense of dread: “I’m not safe in here; I feel like I’m being watched.” This line not only sets the emotional tone for the film but also creates a stark contrast between what
The latest installment in the storied Alien series, directed by Fede Alvarez, endeavours to recapture the gripping horror that made the original 1979 film a classic. Following the divisive responses to Ridley Scott’s recent prequels, there has been a palpable longing among fans for a return to the series’ more chilling and straightforward narrative style.
In “The Last Voyage of the Demeter,” directed by André Øvredal, the narrative unfurls under an umbrella of fatalism. The film strategically begins at its end, with the ship Demeter wrecked on the shores of Whitby and no souls remaining among her crew. This grim start sets an ominous tone, instilling a sense of dread
The film “Saint Clare” unfurls a narrative that intricately weaves together themes of identity, morality, and societal expectations through the eyes of its complex protagonist, Clare Bleecker, portrayed by Bella Thorne. The story, a mix of dark comedy and horror that probes into the psyche and predicament of a young woman caught between her violent
From the very onset of “Strange Darling,” viewers are thrust into an unsettling experience that challenges typical storytelling conventions. The film opens with a chilling exchange between a character known as The Lady and her pursuer, The Demon, setting a tone steeped in apprehension. The audacity of the question, “Are you a serial killer?” immediately
“Broken Bird,” directed by Joanne Mitchell, opens with a strikingly morbid visual: a lifeless bird displayed starkly against a blurred backdrop, swiftly picked up by Sybil Chamberlain, a character who is as intricate as the dead creature she handles. Portrayed by Rebecca Calder, Sybil inhabits a world marked by her unique hobbies and professional responsibilities—embracing
On June 7, 2015, the legendary actor Christopher Lee left this world at the venerable age of 93. This unique point in time serves as the starting block for Jon Spira’s inventive documentary, which explores the multifaceted life of this cinematic icon through an audacious narrative voice that seems to transcend death itself. By having
The existential question of whether humanity is alone in the universe resonates deeply, prompting a spectrum of emotions from wonder to terror. This inquiry is poignantly encapsulated in Josephine Rose’s feature debut, “Touchdown,” which begins with an impactful quote from Arthur C. Clarke that sets the thematic tone for the film. As we enter a
Buddy Cooper and John S. Douglass’ film, *The Mutilator*, first made its appearance in North Carolina in January 1984 under the title *Fall Break*. The film was eventually rebranded later that same year, though irony draped itself over this rebranding process; the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) played a significant role, demanding edits from