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John’s Horror Corner: The Taking of Deborah Logan (2014), a creepy horror...
MY CALL: This film came out of nowhere and blew away viewer expectations by bringing us smart characters, a creepiness that developed with the story, and a not-so color by numbers plot. Very good...
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John’s Horror Corner: The ABCs of Death 2 (2014), and a guide to its short...
MY CALL: Only die hard gore and horror anthology fans should even consider this schizophrenic mix of wildly inane short films. Overall this is nothing special. But I’ll bet you could make one Hell...
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A certified bro’s perspective on Fifty Shades of Grey (2015)
WARNING: If you liked this movie or the book, you will probably be offended by this review. There, I said it. Don’t be curious. The movie isn’t worth it. MY CALL: Not sexy, not...
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Movienomics: Analyzing the Cheek-Embracing World of Nicholas Sparks Movie...
Hello all. Mark here. I love researching movie posters. I’ve already studied Jason Statham posters and explored whether explosions on action movie posters matter. That is why I am excited to bring you...
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John’s Horror Corner: The Sacrament (2014), with an excellent mid-movie...
Did Ti West seriously just sit back and let the marketers put a spoiler on the movie poster!?!?! “Live as one. DIE as one.” MY CALL: Very much a mixed bag. The ending…so terrible…the cult leader’s...
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Chappie (2015), Short Circuit meets RoboCop in this visually striking and...
MY CALL: Short Circuit (1986) meets RoboCop (1987, 2014) in this visually striking and emotionally captivating take on artificial intelligence, humanity and a likeable robot. Chappie is vibrant,...
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The House at the End of Time (2013), a cerebral house movie that bends time,...
MY CALL: A cerebral house movie that bends time, genres, reality and expectations. Venezuela’s #1 thriller of all time is truly a winner. MOVIES LIKE The House at the End of Time: I’ve seen my...
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Housebound (2014), a dark New Zealand horror comedy that just may be the...
MY CALL: A dark New Zealand horror comedy that just may be the hidden gem you’ve been looking for. MORE MOVIES LIKE Housebound: Dead Alive (1992), although more extreme in all aspects, captured...
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John’s Horror Corner: Mine Games (2012), a B-movie that surely makes an...
Let’s talk about misleading movie posters, shall we? Misleading movie poster #1: Movie is called Mine Games. The poster has a picture of a cabin in the woods. REALLY? MY CALL: This B-movie makes an...
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The Damned (2013), a solid premise and great atmosphere that fails to deliver...
MY CALL: A solid premise and great atmosphere that fails to deliver an effective possession movie. Despite some good performances and a decent ending, we are not completely reimbursed for the...
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John’s Horror Corner: It Follows (2015), entrancing and unsettling, this...
MY CALL: Entrancing and unsettling, this gritty timeless film serves as a powerful cautionary metaphor to the consequences of unprotected sex. Beautifully executed and a unique experience; quite an...
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John’s Horror Corner: Absentia (2011), a quietly scary adult fable melding...
MY CALL: This minimalist, quietly scary adult fable melds the Billy Goats Gruff with a hauntingly melancholy atmosphere. The budget is low, but the film does not rely on effects as characters and...
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John’s Horror Corner: The Voices (2014), a gory dark comedy with Ryan...
MY CALL: Definitely not for everyone. This film is sweet and funny, but it has its Texas Chainsaw moments, too. It’s a cute little murderous movie. MOVIES LIKE The Voices: Maybe American Psycho...
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The MFF Podcast #8: An exploration of 50 Shades of Grey and when saving the...
Hello all. Mark here. Episode 8 of the “new and noteworthy” (thank you Itunes) and Audible sponsored podcast is here! . In this episode we answer listener questions like “who wins in a fight? The Rock...
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The MFF Podcast #9: Talking about the best cinematic jerks and horror films...
Hello all. Mark here! The MFF podcast is back and we are examining the 1995 cinematic landscape. We talk about the subpar horror films of 1995 and examine the jerkiness of all the cinematic jerks. No...
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Ex Machina (2015), playing on your sympathies as powerfully as your...
MY CALL: An artificial intelligence thriller told in a manner you have not seen before. It will play on your sympathies as powerfully as your suspicions. MOVIES LIKE Ex Machina: The Machine (2013),...
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John’s Horror Corner: A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night (2014), far from...
MY CALL: Far from anything resembling horror, this boring art-house Iranian film features a skateboarding hipster vampire. Amazon boasts numerous positive reviews, but horror fans should beware....
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John’s Horror Corner: Tales from the Darkside: The Movie (1990), a great...
MY CALL: An excellent anthology that focuses more on storytelling than shock value—but it still has its moments. These fun short stories span serious to silly and original to trope-rich. Well worth...
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Mad Max: Fury Road (2015), mechanical arms, Valhallan cults, flamethrowing...
MY CALL: If you like action movies then this is for you. PERIOD. Do not wait to see this at home. See it on the biggest screen possible…it’s GORGEOUS and INTENSE. MOVIES LIKE Mad Max: Fury Road:...
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Pulp Reviews: The Mirror (2014), Extracted (2012), Exorcismus (2010)
PULP REVIEW: noun//A review devoid of a thorough or complete synopsis, but including snarky snippets of ideas and overall opinions/recommendations. Alt. def. A review of a movie that was not worth my...
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