And, with this release, Spielberg makes good on his promise to never revisit his classic films and tweak them with newly-minted special effects, additional footage, and whatever PC changes modern times dictate. For its blu-ray release E.T. The Extra Terrestrial ....
MPAA Rating: R for bloody violence and pervasive language.
Runtime: 112 mins.
Director: Neill Blomkamp
Writer: Neill Blomkamp & Terri Tatchell
Cast: Sharlto Copley; Nathalie Boltt; Jason Cope ... complete cast
Tagline: You are not welcome here.
Genre: Sci-Fi
Memorable Quote: "At least they're keeping them separate from us." ... more quotes
Release Date: August 14, 2009
DVD Release Date: Not yet on DVD.
Distributor: Tri-Star Pictures
Think you know westerns? If you haven’t seen High Noon, then you are two boots short of a genuine cowboy outfit. In 1952, this “little” film defied the genre and saved all its bullet-slinging action for the final few moments. And what of the rest of the film? ...
Your choices are: (a) Ambitious (b) Pedestrian (c) Quaint. Circle one of the words and you could anchor a review of Moontrap, written by Tex Ragsdale, around it. For this review, it works best if I take elements from all three words because the flick is all about the gooey ...
Rated: PG for battle sequences and frightening moments..
Runtime: 140 mins.
Director: Andrew Adamson
Writer: C.S. Lewis (novel) & Ann Peacock (screenplay)
Cast: Georgie Henley; Skandar Keynes; William Mosely
Memorable Quote: If it's a war Aslan wants, it's a war he shall get.
Tagline: The beloved masterpiece comes to life December 9.
Genre: Action/Adventure/Family
Opens: December 9, 2005
Studio: Buena Vista Pictures
Timeless is one of the many adjectives you could use to describe. Beautiful is another. There is a soul-stirring joy that washes over a person while watching Walt Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Perhaps because this ...
MPAA Rating: PG for fantasy action/violence involving scary images and situations, and for a smoking caterpillar.
Runtime: 108 mins.
Director: Tim Burton
Writer: Linda Woolverton
Cast: Johnny Depp; Mia Wasikowska; Helena Bonham Carter
Tagline: You've got a very important date.
Genre: Family/Fantasy
Walt Disney’s 1951 take on Lewis Carroll’s beloved children’s books never got the praise the film deserved from most critics. Sure, it doesn’t follow the books down to the letter and, yes, it barely...
Time has not been kind to Mary Lambert's adaptation of Stephen King’s Pet Sematary. Wait. Another lousy Stephen King movie, you ask? Big surprise, I know, as there are a ton of them. More so than there need be for source material that is so ...
Rick Rosenthal's Halloween II isn’t the best release in the series but, with its workmanlike earnestness, the minor dip in glossy quality isn’t a complete undoing. It holds up better than most slasher sequels. Besides, measure the original release both in reception and ...
MPAA Rating: R for strong language and disturbing images.
Director: William Friedkin
Writer: William Peter Blatty
Cast: Ellen Burstyn; Linda Blair; Max Von Sydow
Genre: Horror
Memorable Movie Quote: "...from this creature of God! Be gone! In the Name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit!"
Release Date: December 26, 1973
Available on Blu-ray/SD, On-demand: October 5, 2010. Also now available FOR DOWNLOAD on iTunes for the First Time with Bonus EXTRAS (Behind the Scenes and Talent Interviews).
Robert Zemeckis could never be accused of resting on laurels or past successes. Despite Romancing the Stone and Back to the Future being two of the 80s’ most successful offerings, Zemeckis wanted to push the boundaries of filmmaking and homage a couple ...
He-man and the Master of the Universe has to be one of the most successful merchandising/entertainment properties to come out of the Eighties there ever was. Every kid in the world clamoured for another episode at the time, and bugged their parents to ...
SPOILER ALERT! Do not read the following if you haven't seen the movie. It will ruin the experience. Keep in mind, this is just one person's opinion as to what happens in the movie.
These are not my own words. This explanation was derived from reader contributions and lengthy discussions, and in many cases, the grammar and syntax appear here as they were originally written.
Delightfully nostalgic for the unrushed days of 8-bit video innocence, yet finding inspiration in the full-throttle frenzy of today’s first-person shooters, Wreck-It Ralph is what happens when Disney meets Pixar – exactly the quality of film we had hoped for when Mickey ...
BADass SINema Unearthed - Where we dig up blu-rays of the wild, weird, and wonderfully wicked world of classic grindhouse cinema. Celebrates the raw energy and unapologetic style of vintage exploitation films — from the slick swagger of Blaxploitation and the lurid allure of sexploitation to the gnarly thrills of monster mayhem and cosmic horror.
Chop Socky Cinema is your go-to corner for all things martial arts on screen—from high-flying kung fu classics to modern bone-crunching brawlers. We dive into the legends, the hidden gems, and the genre-defining moments that shaped martial arts cinema.
Reel Classics celebrates the golden age of cinema, when shadows danced across silver screens and stories were told in black and white. This section revisits timeless masterpieces, legendary stars, and the directors who shaped film history. From noir thrillers to screwball comedies, Reel Classics explores how these cinematic treasures continue to inspire filmmakers and captivate audiences today.
Kaiju Korner is your ultimate destination for everything colossal and creature-filled. We explore the wild, wonderful world of kaiju cinema—spotlighting both classic monster epics and today’s thrilling new entries. From Godzilla and Gamera to modern reimaginings and global giants, Kaiju Korner dives deep into the history, cultural impact, and sheer spectacle of giant monster films.
Whether you’re a lifelong fan or a curious newcomer, this is where titans clash, cities crumble, and cinematic legends roar to life—one stomp at a time.
Monster Mayhem is your go-to destination for all things monstrous and menacing. We will sink our claws into the world of classic creature features, celebrating the timeless terror of cinema’s most iconic beasts.
From Universal’s legendary monsters to B-movie behemoths and international kaiju, Monster Mayhem explores the history, artistry, and cultural impact of the films that made us fear the dark. Expect deep dives, behind-the-scenes stories, retrospectives, and rankings that resurrect the giants of genre filmmaking.
Welcome to Christmas at the Cinema, where twinkly lights glow a little brighter, cocoa is always implied, and emotional subtlety has politely gone on holiday.
This is our cozy corner for celebrating the sappy, campy, utterly irresistible world of Hallmark-style Christmas movies — where snow falls on cue, careers are abandoned for small towns, and love arrives right on schedule. The season’s sappiest cinematic traditions start here.
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