Letterboxd 5019o Chris Stuckmann Unofficial

This Is the End 233571 2013

Wed, 6 Mar 2024 08:01:35 +1300

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I ed this page as a co- around 2020 to try and help out by keeping up with the page during the 8th Annual Halloween Special during the pretty bland year of 2020. Recently, Chris Stuckmann has launched his own Letterboxd (HERE), so it feels apropos to send this page off with a few words as a co-:

It’s been a great experience managing this alongside El Cobo for the last 3.5 years and I’ve thoroughly enjoyed dissecting the videos Chris has put out and providing excepts that I felt best described his feeling towards a specific movie or series. All I can say is thank you for being patient with us when we lagged behind on reviews and we hope you understand why we’re stopping the page with no new updates.
In the words of Truman Burbank:
“In case I don't see you, good afternoon, good evening, and goodnight.”

Keep watching movies, friends, and stay Stuckmannized…
- Jordan (JBSowers)

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Message from Cobo here! Thanks for all the 💖

I created this around 2019 (five years ago!) because I really love Chris' videos, really respect his opinion, and wanted to be able to catch his reviews on Letterboxd along side my own. He basically motivated me into loving films! So it was a great pleasure to manage this in honor to his work and taste. But as Jordan said, he now has his own Letterboxd, so it feels kinda redundant to keep this going. We're not gonna remove the profile so you can all still catch all the history of Chris' videos and opinions, but... this is the end.

Thanks for all the , and mostly for just staying around even if we didn't log everything exactly when it was expected. Managing these s its hard, but we love movies!

Be sure to follow Chris Stuckmann's Letterboxd! And... get's Stuckmannized!
- Cobo (elcobalto)

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American Fiction 515o27 2023

Fri, 29 Dec 2023 05:51:17 +1300

The best movies of 2023 are here!

Video: youtu.be/veOKnb2Rxhg

(Logged a random film in the top 5 to not spoil the ranking!)

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Kiss Kiss Bang Bang 6fj2g 2005

Fri, 29 Dec 2023 05:49:42 +1300

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The Boy and the Heron 1437u 2023

Fri, 29 Dec 2023 05:49:17 +1300

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The Abyss pp53 1989

Fri, 29 Dec 2023 05:48:52 +1300

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Wonka 273c5i 2023

Fri, 29 Dec 2023 05:48:21 +1300

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Silent Night 25m1v 2023

Fri, 29 Dec 2023 05:47:54 +1300

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Dream Scenario 4k2ld 2023

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 08:57:51 +1300

“I really think this is one of Nicolas Cage’s better performances, maybe even one of his best; I just think it’s so incredibly strange and I loved everything about it. [This movie may be too weird for awards voting bodies], but I think he’s phenomenal in the movie and I think the film itself is so special. If you get a chance to see this one in theaters, don’t miss it.”

Video is HERE

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Godzilla Minus One 550u 2023

Tue, 5 Dec 2023 06:57:57 +1300

“I could not have been happier watching [this film]; it just felt like everything I didn’t know I wanted to see in a Godzilla movie and it gave it me and also provided characters that I really cared about, a great version of Godzilla, and some really good action sequences.”

Video is HERE

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Poor Things h1a2a 2023

Sun, 3 Dec 2023 05:02:46 +1300

“…if you read or watch reviews for [this film] you’re gonna hear a few different words a lot. Words like bonkers, weird, crazy, insane, strange and they’re all apt descriptors. This movie absurd; it’s absolutely ridiculous, and I loved it.

“And this may sound like a weird praise, but I loved how this movie was actually rated R…it’s a very graphic movie. And you don’t see that as much anymore. People are very afraid to go there nowadays. It feels like films have gotten kind of watered down with their content and this movie is violent and there’s all kinds of things that occur in the film. And Emma Stone is fearless here…it feels like she’s holding nothing back from this character and I was truly mesmerized by her performance. It’s a fantastic movie, it’s very very strange, and it will not be for everyone.”

Video is HERE

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Thanksgiving 706j15 2023

Sat, 2 Dec 2023 08:53:13 +1300

“If Eli Roth has contributed one specific thing to the horror genre it’s really inventive kills and gore. This film has a lot of blood and body parts and organs. If that’s your kind of thing this movie will satisfy you. But what Eli Roth is so good at is not making it disturbing or disgusting…this film know exactly the right tone because of [the deliberate writing choices].”

Video is HERE

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Sun, 19 Nov 2023 07:02:40 +1300

“Going in, I had absolutely no expectations for this movie, I mean truly zero….This is a pretty good movie and a better [film set in this franchise] than I thought it would be.”

Video is HERE

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Napoleon 326u5i 2023

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 06:48:12 +1300

“…[Ridley Scott] knows what he’s doing; he’s really good at this stuff. And the battle sequences in this film are jaw-dropping; obviously, there’s a combination of CG to fill out massive battlefields, but there are many shots where you can see hordes of extras and horses and weaponry and it’s just truly not the type of film you see that often. [This film] is not Ridley Scott’s best movie, I wouldn’t even put it in his top 5, but I do think it is a damn-good movie.”

Video is HERE

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The Holdovers 102p1w 2023

Sat, 11 Nov 2023 06:35:54 +1300

“Whatever movie Alexander Payne saw, he made a damn good one. But myself and many others are seeing a very warm-hearted, lovely Christmas movie that’s making a lot of people feel good.

“I loved this movie, if you can’t tell; it’s one of my favorites of the year. I think you gotta go see it right now if you can.”

Video is HERE

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E.T. the Extra 4vi18 Terrestrial, 1982

Thu, 2 Nov 2023 06:54:01 +1300

“Guys, I love this movie. If you’ve never seen it, I hope you check it out. It’s just a really emotionally stirring movie and it’s very difficult to watch it without feeling something, especially near the end thanks to John Williams.”

Video is HERE

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The Silence of the Lambs 5s7223 1991

Wed, 1 Nov 2023 10:09:50 +1300

“The Silence of the Lambs is absolutely a masterpiece for a reason. Anthony Hopkins’ portrayal of Hannibal Lecter is gonna be ed forever; he is so so good in this movie and he left such a major impact [with fairly limited screen time]. And it’s a fantastic film, and if you’ve never seen it, well I mean it’s definitely one of those ones you should check off pretty soon.”

Video is HERE

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Cloverfield z3l32 2008

Wed, 1 Nov 2023 04:08:04 +1300

“Cloverfield is awesome. [I was initially disappointed] when I first saw it because I was expecting it [to be something else]….I now love the movie, knowing it is just an original monster movie from the found footage perspective.”

Video is HERE

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Scooby 5y362h Doo on Zombie Island, 1998

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 11:04:16 +1300

“[The animation of the characters is by far my biggest criticism against the film], especially when compared to other Scooby-Doo movies. This is clearly one of the best, if not, the best. If you’ve never seen [this movie], I can confidently say: it probably won’t do a lot for you. And I mean that sincerely. I think this is helped a lot by nostalgia…but I do think that if you are a Scooby-Doo fan and you’ve never seen it before, it’s probably gonna be one of the better ones you’ve ever seen.”

Video is HERE

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What Lies Beneath 2r4x5f 2000

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 09:15:11 +1300

“I really do think this movie criminally underrated. I think it’s a bit too long; [I think there’s about 20 minutes that could so be trimmed and would be absolutely amazing]. But in of suspense building, in of tension, in of using the camera to make you feel like every move is going to revel something that is going to tighten your gut, [this film] is one of the best examples of that.”

Video is HERE

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Evolution u4z4w 2001

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 07:33:23 +1300

“For years, I have found myself rewatching this movie and enjoying it. It has an incredibly sarcastic sense of humor that really does not take its situation seriously. It’s really cool there’s an alien invasion movie that’s funny [as opposed to other self-serious alien invasion films]. So, I always liked going back to Evolution as a breath of fresh air and fun...”

Video is HERE

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Five Nights at Freddy's 2wh43 2023

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 11:35:41 +1300

“…I think for me Emma Tammi’s great direction, Josh Hutcherson’s wonderful performance, as well as a surprising amount of depth to our lead character. All those things made this movie really fun for me to watch and I do think if you aren’t that invested in the lore [or even if you are], I think that in general, it’s a really fun time at the movies.”

Video is HERE

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The Killer 3u2k14 2023

Sun, 29 Oct 2023 10:11:21 +1300

“[Michael] Fassbender is extremely good in this movie; he’s perfect for the role…but, like almost every David Fincher movie, the star is David Fincher and his direction is swift, sleek, and filled with innovation. The story itself isn’t necessarily as innovative as his filmmaking techniques…but it’s fascinating to watch.”

Video is HERE

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Joy Ride 256eq 2001

Sun, 29 Oct 2023 03:28:20 +1300

“It is a major goal of mine [to direct a movie like this]. As for [this film], I’ve always loved this movie. I think Steve Zahn and Paul Walker are excellent in it; Leelee Sobieski is also very good. And I wish John Dahl would direct more movies, because he’s really good at it.”

Video is HERE

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Stir of Echoes 6t376k 1999

Sat, 28 Oct 2023 08:50:08 +1300

“…it’s a damn good movie. And has a handful of masterful suspense sequences. The third act of this movie is genuinely riveting; so many puzzle pieces are setup throughout the beginning of the movie and into the second act…and when everything comes to a head, at the ending of the film, I honestly got chills.”

Video is HERE

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One Hour Photo 27a5s 2002

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 11:00:53 +1300

*Slight Spoilers in the video*

“I said it at the start of this video, but it bears repeating: I really do think that [this film] is one of the most underrated movies ever. A lot of people know what this movie is, it’s got a massive star in it, but I just don’t hear people talking about it ever and I do think that it is absolutely worth revisiting if you’ve seen it before…or if you’ve never seen it. I don’t know why more people don’t love this movie.”

Video is HERE

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Killers of the Flower Moon 5b354z 2023

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 08:41:06 +1300

“It’s a great movie that is very long but expertly paced. It’s a story I think everybody should know about and it’s made by people who really do care. So don’t miss this movie in theaters. I think it’s one of the best films of the year.”

Video is HERE

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Final Destination 3 4j5136 2006

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 08:30:10 +1300

“I’m kind of a big fan of the Final Destination franchise; I respect them a lot. It’s one of few teen-based, horror franchises that doesn’t have a [physical] presence trying to kill them. There’s no masked man hold a knife, machete, or chainsaw, it’s just Death and it’s pissed that was cheated.

“[This is] a film that not everyone views as one of the best of the franchise. I certainly don’t think it’s the worst…but I do like this one a hair more than [the second] and I think one of the biggest reasons is our protagonist, Wendy, [because of the star power Mary Elizabeth Winstead would go on to have].”

Video is HERE

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Frailty 6x1x39 2001

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 06:29:41 +1300

“It’s a movie that does not get enough credit. And I mean that in a lot of different ways. I don’t just mean the film’s underrated, because I definitely think it is. I think a lot of people have stolen from this movie and not given it credit, because it isn’t that well known [or discussed].

“It’s even more remarkable that Bill Paxton made this movie. Not just that it’s Bill Paxton and he has this persona that we’ve seen on-screen and loved for many years, but he made it as his first movie. And it’s such a risky and daring film that could easily turn off a lot of audiences, because not only does it have very mature religious undertones…it also enlists very young children in the crimes themselves.”

Video is HERE

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Taylor Swift 3fm2n The Eras Tour, 2023

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 04:46:01 +1300

“So I guess there are only a few people that can get me to break my October scary movie binge, one of them being Martin Scorsese…and, apparently, Taylor Swift.

“I would say, going into the film, I was a casual listener to her catalogue. I respected her a lot as an artist, but I couldn’t name my favorite song of hers…going out of the film though, I would say that the movie made me a fan. She’s incredibly talented as a songwriter and as a performer.

“I really had a good time with this and the crowd that I saw it with did too. I mean, people were like really into it and I do feel like it’s one of those kind of moments, and I get that it’s not the same as Barbenheimer, but this is something that is legitimately saving the fall movie season right now and I’m glad that I saw it in the theater.”

Video is HERE

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Freddy vs. Jason h1v1y 2003

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 07:02:54 +1300

“[This movie] is one of those I could watch in a very guilty pleasure sense and enjoy myself and not think too much about the movie.”

Video is HERE

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Pitch Black 5rq4j 2000

Sat, 21 Oct 2023 13:02:38 +1300

“It feels like the odds are stacked against [this movie] from the beginning because it’s trying so hard to get us to like it. And it was not meant to be a franchise. They didn’t know they had a great character in Riddick. They didn’t know they could make more movies off of this guy. They were just trying to make the best film they could right out the gate and Pitch Black is a lot of fun. So if you feel like watching a sci-fi action movie with monsters and a cool Vin Diesel character with goggles & eyeballs that can see in the darkness…this movie is perfect for you.”

Video is HERE

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When Evil Lurks 1c6s1w 2023

Sat, 14 Oct 2023 11:01:50 +1300

“This movie…it enters into that rare collection of movies that I will never eat while watching. There are some extremely nauseating images in this film that will stay with me for a while, and I did not enjoy [that]. It’s good, I’m not saying that…it’s bad, it’s just that it was gross. It grossed me out. And the director does not wanna cut away from some of this shit….

“But what’s great about [the film], is that despite the sickening visuals and the gore and the shocking images that are in the film, it does get to you on an emotional level. The film is very deep and it explores how a man that’s made all the wrong choices in his life, might start reaping the consequences of those choices.”

Video is HERE

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V/H/S/85 202962 2023

Mon, 9 Oct 2023 09:01:26 +1300

“This time around I think that every single short in [this entry] has merit and one of them is one of the best of the entire franchise.

“…I honestly had a really good time with [this movie]. Every single one of [the segments]. They all felt like the filmmakers were really trying their best to use what some people might consider limitations to what they could do as strengths.”

Video is HERE

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Cure 1f1e6s 1997

Sun, 8 Oct 2023 09:37:31 +1300

“Cure is truly a masterpiece. If you’ve never seen it, I would highly suggest checking it out. It’s a very scary movie. It’s got a lot of gory scenes, that’s why I’m talking about it on the Halloween Special; but it’s not just gore, and it’s not shock, it really does permeate your consciousness in a way that makes you feel deeply unsettled. So for me, it’s a great movie to watch this time of year.”

Video is HERE

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The Creator j231e 2023

Wed, 4 Oct 2023 11:23:48 +1300

“We’ve gotta go see these movies. So do we want more original movies? Then we should probably go see The Creator and it because it is a very good movie; although it is like a lot of other movies, and I agree with those criticisms, but I was very entertained by it and I thought. especially the third act, was fairly riveting.”

Video is HERE

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The Exorcist III 3h603p 1990

Wed, 4 Oct 2023 02:44:36 +1300

It’s time again to kick off the 11th Annual Halloween Special festivities! Starting off with a deep dive (spoilers included) for The Exorcist III.

Video is HERE

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Saw X 325vp 2023

Tue, 3 Oct 2023 12:09:08 +1300

“The Saw movies have a bit of an uneven history for me: I love [the first], enjoy 2, like 6, [the rest not so much]. Saw X is a good Saw movie; I like this movie a lot. I think it’s probably at least top 4 [in the franchise], maybe even top 3. It’s up there; it is definitely one of the better Saw films, because this time around, the writers have done an excellent job to make you be on the side of Jigsaw. You don’t necessarily think he’s as psychotic as he might be in this movie.”

Video is HERE

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No One Will Save You 69x4v 2023

Tue, 3 Oct 2023 07:34:37 +1300

“Kaitlyn Dever is excellent in a role that barely has any dialogue. A choice was clearly made to limit the amount of time she speaks, so most of the movie relies on her communicating her fear and her anxiety, just through looks and she is terrific….

“I honestly cannot wait to read discussion on this film because I don’t think it goes in a single direction that people are expecting it too, which is classic of Brian Duffield. He sorta likes to take your expectations and throw them out the window. And I think he’s made another really fun genre movie that potentially be discussed in a heated fashion, but I think a lot of it works very well and I would like to see it again.”

Video is HERE

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Strays 315m3p 2023

Tue, 3 Oct 2023 06:54:01 +1300

“I get it: Strays is not a movie you have to like, [or] run to the theater [to see before it leaves]. But, like, eventually, it could be a really fun time with the right crowd in your house. Have fun with this one. It’s good, especially if you like dogs.“

Video is HERE

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A Haunting in Venice 1d1r50 2023

Tue, 3 Oct 2023 01:57:41 +1300

“…this movie’s gonna get extra points from me because of the fact that it has horror elements and is a murder-mystery. These things are always going to work for me, if they’re done well. And I think they are done mostly well here. Where the disappointment came in was the way [Kenneth Branagh] crafted his scares. I think the most fascinating aspect of the movie is taking his character and making him question his beliefs.…when he sees things he can’t really explain, that’s when the movie gets really interesting. Because it challenges him. So, I do think this film does better things for [Hercule Poirot as a character], but I think that the murder-mystery element of the other two films was better.”

Video is HERE

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The Nun II 2pm2a 2023

Mon, 2 Oct 2023 09:02:32 +1300

“I found this to be a much better film than the first. The story is considerably more investing…this film certainly has the requisite scares that most fans expect out of a [movie from this Conjuring franchise], but it also does quite a bit with its characters that [other films in this franchise don’t do,] and that’s setup a very tragic and real story that involves some rather harsh and surprising violence against characters that normally don’t [have that directed at them].”

Video is HERE

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The Equalizer 3 1m4764 2023

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 04:34:53 +1200

“Both [previous movies] are very violent, but [this film] just might take the cake. It is so brutal and so gory I was actually kind of surprised, even though I was expecting the gore. This film, as well as the two previous, do something at this budget level and with this star & director power, that is, nowadays, usually found in bargain bin, straight-to-VOD action movies… In the 70s and 80s, these kind of movies were very popular…nowadays we don’t get a lot of badass guy does badass things because somebody crossed him the wrong way.”

Video is HERE

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Oldboy 5u1o2c 2003 - ★★★★★

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 12:40:01 +1200

“Oldboy is one of those movie when you’re talking to a fellow film fan and you tell them you’ve never seen that, they stop everything and they stare at you and ask you ‘why?’ And they tell you to immediately go home and watch it. There are a very few films that have that effect on film lovers. …because it really is that good. But it’s such a unique classic, that it doesn’t really fit in to any box you would normally think would be [well regarded], because the film is incredibly dark while also being very funny it’s got insane action sequences and some of the best and most inventive editing I’ve ever seen.”

Video is HERE

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Gran Turismo 501q8 2023

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 05:07:57 +1200

“It’s a movie that follows the tropes of most underdog stories and you can kind of predict where it’s going, but I do think that there are some [familiar elements] in films that are just always going to work. There are things that I’m always going to feel for if the movie is well crafted and Neil Blomkamp does a fantastic job with the characters, presenting people that feel real, piling obstacles on his protagonist, while also filming some incredible racing sequences. Probably the best I’ve seen since Ford v Ferrari.”

Video is HERE

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The First Slam Dunk 4c6s47 2022 - ★★★★★

Mon, 4 Sep 2023 09:54:37 +1200

“This is one of my favorite experiences watching anime in a theater in my entire life. I loved this film so deeply, on such an emotional level. I found myself riveted by the basketball action, which is masterfully crafted by a beautiful combination of [3D and 2D] animation.”

Grade: A+
Video is HERE

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2c2t2v Mutant Mayhem, 2023

Sun, 3 Sep 2023 07:52:07 +1200

“I do think that if you’ve never seen a [TMNT] property, this movie is going to be very entertaining for you. I especially think that families will like it. I enjoyed it quite a bit; I think it’s a pretty good movie. But I could also see some die-hard [TMNT] fans [having some concerns and criticism about the handling of the property].”

Video is HERE

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Haunted Mansion 3n26s 2023

Sun, 3 Sep 2023 05:52:52 +1200

“While this movie does not certainly reach the heights of Pirates of the Caribbean, I do think that is a very fun movie that kids will especially like. I think if I was 8 years old when this movie came out, I would’ve fuckin’ loved it. I think this is a great gateway horror movie for kids; even though it’s rated PG-13, it has some mature exploration of things like grief, as well as social anxiety.”

Video is HERE

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Insidious s2c46 The Red Door, 2023

Sat, 2 Sep 2023 13:38:22 +1200

“[Patrick Wilson] is kind of letting you know that the movie is going to take its time with some of its characters and allow you to have some of those breather moments, because it’s not just about the haunted house scare factory that some of the other films are. And not that that makes this move any better, I do have a lot of issues with the film and I found it to be mostly an enjoyable, competent horror movie. It’s by no means great, I don’t think it’s the best Insidious film.”

Video is HERE

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Extraction 2 6z2z2h 2023

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 10:12:07 +1200

“The first one was a huge surprise, most people seemed to enjoy it. This film is even better, I think. When it comes to plot, it’s fairly formulaic…but these movies are allowed to be.”

Video is HERE

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Sanctuary 1i2x5a 2022

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 01:53:38 +1200

“Sanctuary, I think, really knocked [its ending] out of the park. I love the ending for this movie and as stressful and difficult it is to sometimes watch these characters go through what they’re going through when you start to see humanity really creeping in there and you get a sense that really is them…that’s when the movie went to another level for me. I thought this was absolutely fascinating, two incredible performances, two great characters, amazing writing, great directing. It never felt stale; it moved like lightning. I really loved this movie.”

Video is HERE

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