Wild Eyed and Wicked, the feature film debut from G.S. Foxwood, presents a unique blend of horror, familial drama, and fantasy. While it boasts some noteworthy elements, the film ultimately falls short of its potential. The story follows Lily Pierce, who seeks to confront a medieval creature that has tormented her family for generations.
Read MoreMind Body Spirit (2023)
Mind Body Spirit is a chilling dive into the world of screenlife horror, where the ordinary becomes eerie and the familiar is transformed into the terrifying. Directed by Alex Henes and Matthew Merenda, this film cleverly utilizes the digital age's trappings to craft a haunting narrative that lingers long after the credits roll. The story follows Anya, an aspiring yoga influencer who stumbles upon a ritual practice left behind by her estranged grandmother.
Read MoreTahoe Joe 2: The Sierra Nevada Bigfoot Conspiracy (2024)
Microbudget filmmakers Dillon Brown and Michael Rock are back with a follow-up to their $800 Bigfoot mockumentary, Tahoe Joe 2: The Sierra Nevada Bigfoot Conspiracy has slightly larger ambitions than the first film and admirably builds on the story. This time out, Brown and Rock worked with a relatively bigger budget of $5500. I’m highlighting the financial element here because I think it’s an essential component of how we should experience a film like this.
Read MoreFaceless After Dark (2023)
Faceless After Dark emerges from the depths of indie horror with a concoction of chilling effects, dynamic lighting, and a standout performance by Jenna Kanell. Directed by Raymond Wood and boasting Kanell as both co-writer and lead actor, this film ventures into the treacherous realm of parasocial relationships and the dark underbelly of fame in the digital era. Kanell's portrayal of Bowie, a horror star grappling with the repercussions of her niche fame, is a testament to her versatility as an actress.
Read MoreOver the Edge (1979) #RetroReview
I’m always on the lookout for movies that reflect the experiences of Generation X, being a member of that forgotten generation, myself. Jonathan Kaplan’s Over the Edge from 1979 is a coming-of-age teen drama infused with a massive amount of ennui, alienation, and rebellion. It also focuses on characters aged around 13 to 15 years old, making it an early look at Gen Xers. May 18th marks the 45th anniversary of the beginning of the film's limited theatrical release, so let's take a look back!
Read MoreMad Max: Fury Road (2015) #RetroReview
I doubt I’ll ever get tired of watching George Miller’s Mad Max: Fury Road from 2015. I’m definitely a fan of the whole series and after what was probably my sixth or seventh watch of the film, I’d still place it firmly as second best of the franchise after 1981’s Mad Max 2 aka The Road Warrior. The film is something of a throwback, with its reliance on practical effects and invoking of classic Western genre imagery, but that’s part of why the film is so damn good.
Read MoreThe Coffee Table (2022) #DVD
The Coffee Table isn't your typical horror film. In fact, it's far from it. Director Caye Casas takes a simple household item, a coffee table, and turns it into the centerpiece of a harrowing, unforgettable cinematic experience.
Read MoreLisa Frankenstein (2024) #BluRay
In a cinematic landscape often crowded with reboots and remakes, Lisa Frankenstein emerges as a refreshingly original concoction, blending elements of dark comedy, romance, and 80s nostalgia into a vibrant and entertaining tale. Directed by Zelda Williams in her feature-length debut and penned by the illustrious Diablo Cody, this film delivers a unique twist on the classic Frankenstein narrative, set against the backdrop of the colorful and eccentric 1980s.
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