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28 Years Later – A Drama Disguised in Horror Clothing

I really liked 28 Days Later . It’s one of those rare horror films that truly redefined the genre. 28 Weeks Later was...fine. So, when 28 Years Later was announced, I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect. Would it recapture the bleak tension of the original? Would it go full action like its predecessor? What we got instead was something very different—a dramatic adventure story with zombies in the background, and I’m honestly torn about it. Image by Rotten Tomatoes Great Performances, Strong Characters Let’s start with the good: the acting is solid across the board. The cast really brings a sense of humanity to the story. The characters are fleshed out, and their motivations make sense. The story, which focuses on a father-son relationship, has some genuine emotional weight behind it and serves as a metaphor for growing up and confronting harsh realities. It’s well done and honestly refreshing to see male characters that are actually useful in a post-apocalyptic world for once. They ...
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Final Destination: Bloodlines – A Bloody Fun Return to Form

I’m a big fan of the Final Destination series, so I was honestly surprised to hear that another installment was in the works. Part 5 wrapped things up in such a neat little bow that it felt like the story had come full circle. So when Bloodlines was announced, I was hesitantly optimistic. Could they recapture the magic (and mayhem) of the originals without running the whole thing into the ground? I’m glad to report—it was worth the price of admission. Image by Pacific Science Center Not Shakespeare, But It’ll Do Let’s just be clear up front: this is not some masterpiece of screenwriting. The plot is about as flimsy as ever, and no one here is giving an Oscar-caliber performance. But let’s be real—if you’re showing up to a Final Destination movie expecting award-winning drama, you’ve already wandered into the wrong theater. That said, the writing didn’t make me want to claw my ears off either, which is more than I can say for a lot of recent horror flicks. It was… fine. Image by The...
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Peter Pan's Neverland Nightmare – Less Neverland and More Nightmare

Let’s be honest here—after Pooh: Blood and Honey and knowing that Peter Pan's Neverland Nightmare came from the same twisted universe, I didn’t expect much. Maybe a few cheap kills, some bad acting, and another cash-in on public domain characters. But I’m happy to say I was completely wrong. This is the first horror movie of 2025 that actually feels fresh —not just in premise, but in execution too. Image by IMDb Kills With Purpose, Not Just Style Unlike so many horror flicks that go all in on creative gore for gore’s sake, Neverland Nightmare surprised me. The kills here actually fit the story. They’re brutal, yes—but they make sense. They aren’t just random “wouldn’t this be cool” moments. They reflect the psychology of the killer and the evolution of the story. That’s such a rare thing in modern horror, where violence often exists just to fill time or keep the audience awake. Image by The Austin Chronicle It Doesn’t Hold Back, and That’s the Point The film isn’t afraid to pus...
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The Electric State - Suspended Animation

This one completely flew under my radar. I had only caught a brief teaser, and then—bam!—it was out. I had no idea what to expect. After watching it, I have to say, The Electric State is a strange one to rate. It’s good for the wrong reasons and wrong for some of the right ones. Let me explain. Image by KinoCheck Visually Stunning, Despite What Some Say Let’s start with something positive. I’ve seen some media outlets criticize the CG and effects in this movie, and honestly, I don’t get it. I thought they were superb. The way the film blends practical effects with CGI is exactly how it should be done. The bots in particular looked fantastic, feeling weighty and tangible rather than floaty and artificial. The world looks great, and the budget was clearly spent in all the right places—well, almost all. Image by Screen Rant A Script That Falls Flat Unfortunately, while the effects and set design are top-tier, the script is not . The writing fails at some really key moments. Without spo...
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The Monkey (2025): Don't March to This Drum

I had no idea what I was getting into with The Monkey. I went in more or less blind, but given that it was based on a Stephen King story, I had some hope. With the success of It and even the more mediocre Pet Sematary remake, I figured this could be another solid King adaptation. Man, was I ever misguided. Image by IMDb Aesthetic Confusion: What Year Is It? Right away, something felt off. The film starts in 1999—or at least that’s what it claims—but absolutely nothing in the children’s room or the general set design reflects that era. No Blockbuster VHS tapes, no Nirvana posters, no era-appropriate TV shows, not even the right music. Instead, it all feels straight out of the 80s. Then we meet the boys’ Aunt and Uncle, and we’re suddenly in That 70’s Show . The uncle even has the classic 70’s sideburns. The entire aesthetic is a bizarre mishmash of decades, making it feel like the filmmakers didn’t actually care about immersing the audience in the supposed time period. Image by Th...
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Wicked (2024) – A Mixed Spell of Enchantment and Frustration

Right off the bat, I have to admit: musicals and I don’t usually get along. If I can count on one hand the musicals I genuinely enjoy, that’s being generous. So when I sat down to watch Wicked , I was already crafting my critique in my head. But somewhere along the way, something happened. The movie started to work for me—until it didn’t. Let me explain. Image via IMDb A Vibrant and Immersive Oz First off, the set and costume design are top-tier. The world of Oz has never felt more alive, immersive, or well-thought-out. I’m a fan of The Wizard of Oz and have always appreciated the intricate world-building within it. Much like The Lord of the Rings , every bizarre element of Oz feels like it has a purpose and a place. It’s whimsical yet grounded, and Wicked captures that beautifully. Image by ELLE Decor Strong Character Arcs The characters also deserve praise. Each one felt three-dimensional, and the movie took care to give even minor players their own arcs. It’s rare for a film to st...
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Heretic (2024): A Twisted Take on Captivity and Faith

When I sat down to watch Heretic , I thought I was in for a straightforward creepy-kidnap thriller. And yes, there’s a captivity element at its core, but the film takes a turn into something far more introspective and psychological than I expected. This isn’t necessarily a bad thing, but it does catch you off guard—it isn’t the typical cat-and-mouse horror. And that approach actually manages to bring out some deeply unsettling elements, just in a different way. Image by IMDb Words as Weapons of Fear One of Heretic 's most unique aspects is its slow, simmering creep factor that doesn’t rely on dark corners or shadowy lurking. The captor isn’t hiding or cloaked in mystery; in fact, he’s front and center. It’s his words, his unnervingly calm demeanor, that inject a skin-crawling tension. It’s refreshing—and disturbing—to see a character who doesn’t need to physically intimidate. His words do all the damage. Image by IMDb Hugh Grant's Haunting Performance The standout here, without...
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