‘Alone’ Review: Jules Willcox And Marc Menchaca Power Gritty And Uncompromising Thriller
One of my favorite aspects of movie watching lies in discovery. Though I’m familiar with Marc Menchaca’s work (Ozark, Every Time I Die), Jules Willcox (Bloodline) and director John Hyams (Universal Soldier: Day of Reckoning) were total blind spots. Alone changes that very equation, and this straight ahead yet ultimately elevated thriller is one for the books.
‘Alien’ 40th Anniversary 4K Ultra HD And ‘Alien Covenant’ Giveaway
This week I’m giving away my sealed copies of Alien 40th Anniversary 4K Ultra HD (includes Blu-ray & Digital), Prometheus Blu-ray (Digital included) and Alien Covenant Blu-ray (DVD and Digital included). One winner will get all three discs! Giveaway details below!
Geraldine Viswanathan Loves “Honest Nuances” Of The Broken Hearts Gallery
The Broken Hearts Gallery, which marks the feature writing and directing debut of Natalie Krinsky (Red Band Society, Gossip Girl), centers on a young woman’s (Geraldine Viswanathan) innovative and creative way of remembering previous relationships.Â
‘The Social Dilemma’ Review: Incisive Documentary Tackles “Existential Threat” Of Tech
Social media is an addiction that has been normalized. We are living in a digital age of mass consumption, and convenience may have taken precedence over empathy and face to face communication. The Netflix documentary The Social Dilemma addresses issues we may already understand, but looking in the mirror has an intrinsic value.
‘The Alfred Hitchcock Classics Collection 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack’ Giveaway
This week I’m giving away one copy of ‘The Alfred Hitchcock Classics Collection 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack’ Giveaway. Details below!
Find Your Film Spotlights ‘Be Natural: The Untold Story of Alice Blaché’
Films, at their very very best, can be a pure discovery. Be Natural: The Untold Story of Alice Guy-Blaché introduces us to the first female directors in cinema to craft a narrative film. Director Pamela B. Green spent years crafting this documentary which is narrated and executive produced by Jodie Foster. The documentary, as well as Guy-Blaché diverse work, is spotlighted on the latest episode of Find Your Film.
Lexi Simonsen Takes First Feature Film Role With ‘The 2nd’
Lexi Simonsen makes her feature acting debut opposite Ryan Philippe in the action thriller The 2nd. During our conversation she talked about learning on the job from Philippe and Jack Griffo, pursuing other endeavors, and why The Devil Wears Prada is one of her favorite features.
‘The Owners’ Director Julius Berg Talks Maisie Williams And Thriller Stylings
A twisty and unrelenting thriller, The Owners is also blessed with a talented ensemble (Sylvester McCoy, Rita Tushingham, Maisie Williams) to anchor the narrative. Director/co-writer Julius Berg talked about his approach to his feature and how strong performances is a key to his feature’s effectiveness.
‘I’m Thinking Of Ending Things’ Review: Charlie Kaufman’s Latest Is Much Ado About Everything
