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Review: "The Empty Man"
After news broke of Disney's merger with the likes of 20th Century Fox, it was inevitable for some of Century Fox films to be affected in a negative way unfortunately. For evidence of that look no further then The Empty Man. This project was largely inspired by the graphic novel that bared the same name, but the differences between the two are massive. The Empty Man went on to become the last film with the Century Fox logo and in return only had one day in theater with no advertisements leading up to that day. Not to mention, as of writing this review it does not have a DVD or Bluray copy available. The studio heads that had writer/director David Prior's back along the way in creating this psychological/ supernatural horror were gone after the merger and his passion project was largely abandoned. Thew new people that came in charge, viewed the film as a massive undertaking that was borderline unmarketable as it is a 132 minute film, which is abnormal for a horror film, thus they asked him to cut it down to 90 mins only to see that it tested horribly leading them to throw it out like garbage. It is something that we will likely not see again within the film industry as Century Fox originally gave Prior tons of money as they believed in his vision all to be thrown away in the last second. By all purposes it is an oddity that has developed a bit of a cult following after its release on HBO Max for streaming, and rightfully so.
By Nick Cavuoti5 years ago in Geeks
Memento - A Movie Review
Memories can be distorted - they change the shape of the world. Released to theaters in 2000, Memento is about a man with short-term memory loss. Leonard is not stopping until his wife’s murder case is solved. Though it is difficult, Lenny meets significant people. Can they help him is the question?
By Marielle Sabbag5 years ago in Geeks
ESCAPE ROOM (2017) vs ESCAPE ROOM (2019): Who Wins?
When you see the Google Trends graph showing how frequently people searched for the term "escape room" between 2010 and 2016, you probably think something to to the effect of, "huh. I guess people were getting excited about escape rooms."
By Littlewit Philips5 years ago in Geeks
Review: "Infinite"
Infinite is another in a long list of films that were delayed for theatrical release due to the Covid-19 pandemic only to find itself being digitially released on a streaming platform and features a rather impressive cast alongside a very accomplished director in Antoine Fuqua. While the film has a lot going for it in talent, the script and logic behind it is very frequently missing. The film does however feature some rather impressive action sequences but it lacks any real impact or weight among the audience.
By Nick Cavuoti5 years ago in Geeks
‘The Last Mercenary’ Review—An Offbeat Actioner
The 2000s were not kind to late ’80s and ’90s action star Jean-Claude Van Damme. Despite gaining national recognition from films such as Bloodsport and Kickboxer, his career took a turn to direct-to-VOD and limited release films that nobody ever watched.
By Jonathan Sim5 years ago in Geeks
Midnight Run - A Movie Review
This is either going to be the worst trip or the best trip of your life. Guess I’ll see. Midnight Run was released to theaters in 1988 after an epic adventure. Jack, a bounty hunter, is on a mission to bring a former mafia accountant back to New York. In five days, an unlikely friendly stems between the duo. As they converse on their tales, this adventure is the most chaotic trip ever.
By Marielle Sabbag5 years ago in Geeks
Review of 'Malice'
Once upon a time, there was a wicked fairy who, in an act of vengeance, cursed a line of princesses to die. A curse that could only be broken by true love's kiss. You've heard this before, haven't you? The handsome prince. The happily ever after. Utter nonsense. Let me tell you, no one in Briar actually cares about what happens to its princesses. Not the way they care about their jewels and elaborate parties and charm-granting elixirs. I thought I didn't care, either. Until I met her. Princess Aurora. The last heir to Briar's throne. Kind. Gracious. The future queen her realm needs. One who isn't bothered that I am Alyce, the Dark Grace, abhorred and feared for the mysterious dark magic that runs in my veins. Humiliated and shamed by the same nobles who pay me to bottle hexes and then brand me a monster. Aurora says I should be proud of my gifts. That she . . . cares for me. Even though a power like mine was responsible for her curse. But with less than a year until that curse will kill her, any future I might see with Aurora is swiftly disintegrating--and she can't stand to kiss yet another insipid prince. I want to help her. If my power began her curse, perhaps it's what can lift it. Perhaps together we could forge a new world. Nonsense again. Because we all know how this story ends, don't we? Aurora is the beautiful princess. And I-- I am the villain.
By Cyn's Workshop5 years ago in Geeks
Review: "Blood Red Sky"
Netflix new horror film, Blood Red Sky, has an incredibly fun premise but feels incredibly disjointed at times. The film itself doesn't seem like it knows whether or not it wanted to be a foreign film, or an American horror story for one and the dialogue is so jarring that it easily takes you out of the experience. The premise and feel of the film will make many people think back to genre hits such as "From Dusk till Dawn", "Snakes on a Plane" and even at times "30 Days of Night." That is some high praise as all of those films are fairly well received and I suspect Blood Red Sky will be as it is a rarity to find a decent monster horror film these days.
By Nick Cavuoti5 years ago in Geeks
Secondhand Lions - A Movie Review
Always continue to live life’s best adventures. Released to theaters in 2003, Secondhand Lions centers around a young boy. Dropped off by his irresponsible mother to live with his eccentric uncles for the summer, Walter is fascinated by their past. During this summer, they all learn and grow.
By Marielle Sabbag5 years ago in Geeks
12 Feet Deep - A Movie Review
We need to work together if we’re going to get out of this swimming pool alive! 12 Feet Deep was released in 2017. Trapped under the fiberglass of a public swimming pool, two sisters must fend for their survival. Trying every idea possible, the women are in for a harrowing night of torture.
By Marielle Sabbag5 years ago in Geeks
