Screened at SXSW 2024, Jon Bell’s debut feature, ‘The Moogai, delves into the chilling realm of Aboriginal folklore and maternal paranoia, offering a unique blend of psychological horror and cultural exploration. Set against the backdrop of modern-day Australia, the film follows Sarah and Fergus, a young Aboriginal couple, as they navigate the complexities of parenthood… Continue reading SXSW 2024: The Moogai – A Haunting Tale of Maternal Terror
Day: March 22, 2024
Fantastic Fest Feature, Riddle of Fire, Arrives in Theaters
The neo-fairytale, set in Wyoming, USA, follows three mischievous children as they embark on an odyssey when their mother, Julie (Danielle Hoetmer), asks them to run an errand. On the hunt to obtain her favorite blueberry pie, the children are kidnapped by poachers, battle a witch, outwit a huntsman, befriend a fairy, and bond together… Continue reading Fantastic Fest Feature, Riddle of Fire, Arrives in Theaters
SXSW 2024 Short: TOSSERS – Uncontrollable belly laughs, anyone?
Directors: Bryce VAN LEUVEN, Chase BLOCK SXSW 2024 INDEPENDENT TV PILOT COMPETITION 2023 – 33 minutes Comedy, TV Series Hold the phone, stop everything… this comedy tv series was so much fun and the characters so instantly lovable that it simply MUST be green-lit for a full series offering! Everyone from Bryce Van Leuven (who… Continue reading SXSW 2024 Short: TOSSERS – Uncontrollable belly laughs, anyone?
Crítica de cine en SXSW: Road House se reinventa con acción exagerada y escenas de lucha
Esta reinvención [para reinterpretarla o repensarla] de la película de 1989 es una definición que funciona mejor que usar la palabra “remake” para Road House del director Doug Liman (a partir de un guión de Anthony Bagarozzi (The Nice Guys) y Chuck Mondry (Deathless), con R. Lance Hill (un escritor de Road House 1989, también… Continue reading Crítica de cine en SXSW: Road House se reinventa con acción exagerada y escenas de lucha
GHOSTBUSTERS: FROZEN EMPIRE Is Good Fun, But Lacks Depth
There have been a lot of mixed feelings from movie fans regarding their reactions to Ghostbusters: Afterlife. While it lacked the witty comedic approach the first movies had, this movie had more depth and emotion, and I loved that installment for it. It is now time to examine the latest installment, and I get the… Continue reading GHOSTBUSTERS: FROZEN EMPIRE Is Good Fun, But Lacks Depth