A24's "Janet Planet," directed by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Annie Baker, will be released nationwide this Friday, June 28th. This film marks Baker's debut in the cinematic world, and it is nothing short of a sublime exploration of childhood and maternal bonds set against the evocative backdrop of rural Western Massachusetts in the summer of 1991. The story revolves around 11-year-old Lacy, played by Zoe Ziegler, who spends her summer immersed in her vivid imagination and the presence of her enchanting mother, Janet, portrayed by Julianne Nicholson.
Read MoreConan the Destroyer (1984) #RetroReview
For a long time, I was reluctant to revisit Richard Fleischer’s Conan the Destroyer from 1984. I remember thinking it paled in comparison to its predecessor. These days, I still think that. However, I also think that there’s quite a bit of fun to be had, once I decided to stop comparing it to John Milius’ masterful original and just go along for the ride.
Read MoreTuesday (2023)
"Tuesday," a debut film by Daina O. Pusić, is a heart-rending fairy tale that brings an unusual and profound story to the screen. Julia Louis-Dreyfus delivers a profoundly moving performance as a mother navigating the depths of grief alongside her teenage daughter, played by Lola Petticrew. Together, they must confront Death, which takes the astonishing form of a talking bird, making for a deeply emotive narrative about loss and resilience.
Read MoreSomnium (2024)
"Somnium" is a mesmerizing blend of sci-fi and horror, masterfully crafted by Racheal Cain. The film follows small-town Gemma, who moves to Los Angeles after a painful breakup, hoping to make it big. To get on her feet, she takes a job working the overnight shift at Somnium, a mysterious, experimental sleep clinic where dreams are made real.
Read MoreThe Exorcism (2024)
"The Exorcism," directed by Joshua John Miller, is set to haunt cinemas from June 21st. The film stars an impressive cast, including Russell Crowe, Ryan Simpkins, Sam Worthington, Chloe Bailey, Adam Goldberg, and David Hyde Pierce. This meta-horror flick follows Anthony Miller, a troubled actor who begins to unravel while filming a supernatural horror movie.
Read MoreWormwood (2006)
Some of my favorite things to write about are microbudget films, trash films, and films made in my hometown of Columbus, Ohio. 2006’s Wormwood checks all of those boxes. Directed and produced by James Maynard, and scripted by Maynard and Brett Blumfield, the budget was a minuscule $400 according to one of the less scathing reviews on IMDb.
Read MoreDexters Laboratory: The Complete Series (1996) #DVD
The beloved Emmy Award-winning animated series "Dexter’s Laboratory" is finally available on DVD for the first time! Mark your calendars for June 25, 2024, when all 78 episodes of this classic cartoon series, along with the special "Dexter's Laboratory: Ego Trip," will be released in one complete set. Fans can purchase this collection online and in-store at major retailers.
Read MoreWelcome Back, Kotter: The Complete Series (1975) #DVD
Fans of the beloved sitcom "Welcome Back, Kotter" can rejoice as all 95 episodes of this Emmy Award-nominated classic are now available in one comprehensive set. "Welcome Back, Kotter: The Complete Series" is set to be released on DVD on June 11, 2024, and will be available for purchase online and in-store at major retailers. This iconic series, which originally premiered in 1975 and aired for four seasons, follows the heartwarming and hilarious story of Gabe Kotter, a high school teacher who returns to his tough Brooklyn alma mater to teach a new generation of troublemaking students.
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