Comedian/actor Will Ferrell met writer Andrew Steele when he got his big break as a performer on Saturday Night Live. The two entertainers not only became creative partners, but they also became the best of friends. This relationship would endure the tests of time and a major change that Andrew undertakes with his life. Andrew… Continue reading Fantastic Fest 2024 Review: WILL & HARPER
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Fantastic Fest 2024: Overall Review
What is arguably the most popular genre film festival returned to Austin, Texas, during the last two weeks of September. Hosted by the Alamo Drafthouse South Lamar (in Austin, Texas), Fantastic Fest 2024 treated its attendants to a diverse array of films and tantalizing teases of television programs that are due to be released soon,… Continue reading Fantastic Fest 2024: Overall Review
Fantestic Fest 2024: A Different Man
A Different Man is a striking and thought-provoking exploration of identity, transformation, and the pursuit of acceptance. Directed by Aaron Schimberg, this indie film delves deep into the psyche of its protagonist, Edward, played with remarkable intensity by Sebastian Stan. Edward suffers from neurofibromatosis, a condition that results in non-cancerous tumors growing on his face,… Continue reading Fantestic Fest 2024: A Different Man
Fantastic Fest 2024: The Rule of Jenny Penn
The Rule of Jenny Pen is a rare gem in the horror genre, offering a unique and nuanced portrayal of aging that is sure to intrigue and captivate audiences. Directed by James Ashcroft, this New Zealand thriller takes a familiar horror trope—fear of the elderly—and flips it on its head, treating its aging characters with… Continue reading Fantastic Fest 2024: The Rule of Jenny Penn
Fantastic Fest 2024: Get Away
Get Away is a wickedly dark and hilariously twisted thrill ride, offering a unique blend of horror, action, and comedy that will keep you guessing and grinning. Written by and starring Nick Frost, this blood-splattered romp feels like a mashup of Kill Bill and Shaun of the Dead, with Frost’s signature comedic touch keeping things… Continue reading Fantastic Fest 2024: Get Away
Fantestic Fest 2024: The Wild Robot
The Wild Robot is an enchanting and heartwarming animated adventure that offers a fresh take on the “fish out of water” story, blending science fiction with themes of survival, family, and connection. The film, adapted from Peter Brown’s popular book, follows Roz, a ROZZUM unit 7134, a shipwrecked robot who finds herself stranded on an… Continue reading Fantestic Fest 2024: The Wild Robot
Movie Review: The Seed of Truth Hollyshorts Film Festival – Continues on to the Catalina Film Festival
The Seed of Truth is a short film screened during the Hollyshorts Film Festival. The film continues the film festival circuit, screening in September and October at the Catalina Film Festival, NoHo Cinefest, and Raw Science Film Festival. According to a statement by filmmaker W. Y. Geng, “The inspiration for the film came from a… Continue reading Movie Review: The Seed of Truth Hollyshorts Film Festival – Continues on to the Catalina Film Festival
Fantastic Fest Movie Review: Faces – Showing in the Short Fuse Block
Faces is an award-winning short film playing at Fantastic Fest 2024 in the Short Fuse Block during the opening weekend. Written and directed by Blake Simon (Red Velvet, Goldilocks), the film recently won the Audience Award Gold for Best International Short Film at the Fantasia Film Festival 2024 this summer. The film cast includes Cailyn… Continue reading Fantastic Fest Movie Review: Faces – Showing in the Short Fuse Block
Fantastic Fest Movie Review: Strange Harvest: Occult Murder in the Inland Empire
Writer/Director Stuart Ortiz has a new feature, Strange Harvest: Occult Murder in the Inland Empire, that celebrated the World Premiere at Fantastic Fest in Austin, TX, this weekend. Although I knew going into the theater that this is not a factual documentary, the excellent story Ortiz has written will undoubtedly have you thinking this is… Continue reading Fantastic Fest Movie Review: Strange Harvest: Occult Murder in the Inland Empire
Movie Review: THE SUBSTANCE Is Currently My Favorite Horror Film Of The Year
I know we’ve only begun the Halloween movie season, but thus far, The Substance has risen above all the other horror flicks I have enjoyed this year. 2024 has been a great year for scary and wicked fare. Among my other favorites are The First Omen, Late Night With The Devil, Abigail, Longlegs, and Strange… Continue reading Movie Review: THE SUBSTANCE Is Currently My Favorite Horror Film Of The Year