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Oddity (2024).

Oddity Review: A Haunting Tale of Grief and the Supernatural

Oddity is a supernatural thriller written and directed by Damian McCarthy, set against the atmospheric backdrop of rural Ireland. This film weaves a tale of grief, betrayal, and vengeance, centered on Darcy Odello, a blind medium with psychometric abilities. McCarthy’s ...
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Crescent City

Crescent City Review: A Disjointed and Derivative Crime Thriller

Crescent City, directed by RJ Collins and written by Rich Ronat, is a crime thriller that promises to weave a tale of suspense, intrigue, and psychological torment. Unfortunately, what it delivers instead is a muddled narrative, underdeveloped characters, and a ...
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Alien Romulus

Alien: Romulus Review: An Atmospheric & Terrifying Gem

Alien: Romulus, directed by Fede Álvarez, is a thrilling new chapter in the Alien franchise, deftly balancing the elements of science fiction, action, and horror that have defined this iconic series. Serving as a standalone interquel between Alien (1979) and ...
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The Union

The Union Review: A Bunch of Wasted Potential

The Union, directed by Julian Farino and penned by Joe Barton and David Guggenheim, aims to blend the thrill of espionage with the light-heartedness of comedy. Unfortunately, it largely misses the mark, leaving audiences with a disjointed and ultimately unsatisfying ...
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Alien Romulus Out Of Theater Reaction

Alien Romulus Review: A Terrifying Symphony of Retro Horror

The Alien franchise has been a mixed bag over the years—sometimes brilliant, sometimes bewildering. But with Alien Romulus, director Fede Alvarez delivers a cinematic experience that takes the best of what we love about the original films and propels it ...
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It Ends with Us

It Ends with Us Review: Book Fans Will Be Disappointed

It Ends with Us, directed by Justin Baldoni and adapted from Colleen Hoover’s best-selling novel, had the potential to be a powerful exploration of love, trauma, and resilience. However, despite its promising source material and a star-studded cast, the film ...
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trap josh harnett m night movie 2024 (3)

“Trap”: M. Night Shymalan’s Twist-iest

The premise of a father taking his teenage daughter to a Taylor Swift-like concert in “Trap” by Writer/Director M. Night Shyamalan is timely.  Cooper, the father of Riley, is a doting father and fireman, but he is also a cold-blooded ...