Lundgren’s ‘The Punisher’ (1989) isn’t as fun as it should be
Superhero Saturday (Movie review): Dolph Lundgren’s take on the vigilante isn’t as bad as you’d assume, but nor is it as fun as it should be.
Author: John Hansen
Lundgren’s ‘The Punisher’ (1989) isn’t as fun as it should be
‘Ghostbusters’ (1984) masterfully mixes comedy, critique
Throwback Thursday (Movie review): “Ghostbusters” masterfully mixes genres as it chronicles a small business and critiques government agencies.
‘Buffy’ flashback: ‘Go Ask Malice: A Slayer’s Diary’ (2006) (Book review)
It’s probably too strong of a statement to say Robert Joseph Levy’s “Go Ask Malice: A Slayer’s Diary” (June 2006) is the best Faith story. There’s no question it stands on the shoulders of the […]
‘Ronin’ (1998) driven by gripping car chases, heist details
Mamet Monday (Movie review): Given the gripping car chases and fascinating heist details, it doesn’t matter what’s in the case.
‘Spider-Man 3’ (2007) packs too much into trilogy capper
Superhero Saturday (Movie review): “Spider-Man 3” packs too much into the trilogy capper, but it’s clear Raimi and his team still care.
‘The Perfection’ isn’t what you think it is, but it’s still a clever little horror gem (Movie review)
“The Perfection” (Netflix) has one of those trailers that seems to give away the whole movie, so after making the mistake of watching the trailer, I let it fade from my mind a bit before […]
‘Karate Kid Part III’ (1989) a great comedy … but not on purpose
Throwback Thursday (Movie review): This is much funnier than the first two; unfortunately, this isn’t supposed to be a comedy series.
‘Slasher’ Season 3 cracks code on slasher TV narrative
TV review: The present-day narrative of “Slasher: Solstice” is tense and tight. But the show is also peppered with flashbacks where we learn about motives.
‘Buffy’ flashback: ‘Carnival of Souls’ (2006) (Book review)
Nancy Holder’s status as an elite Buffyverse author was already secured, but disappointingly – especially considering she’s coming off the outstanding “Queen of the Slayers” (2005) — she wraps up her run with the forgettable […]
Mamet makes a reader work in crime novel ‘Chicago’ (2018)
Mamet Monday (Book review): Mamet makes a reader work, but it’s worth the effort in this 1920s crime novel.