‘Marvels’ (2023) is rather fun despite being indecipherable
Superhero Saturday (Movie review): The script needed several more passes, but the interplay of the titular trio makes for a rhythmic romp.
Samuel L. Jackson
‘Marvels’ (2023) is rather fun despite being indecipherable
‘Pulp Fiction’ (1994) ingeniously makes the whole film into a maguffin
Throwback Thursday (Movie review): In his masterwork of dark comedy, Tarantino relies on the audience’s cinema knowledge to cleverly invert the crime genre’s traditional message.
‘True Romance’ (1993) a violent fairy-tale love story
Throwback Thursday (Movie review): Even coming out in the wake of “Glengarry Glen Ross,” the depth of acting talent in this Tarantino-Scott riff is incredible.
‘RoboCop’ (2014) drops the satire for slick, familiar sci-fi
‘RoboCop’ redux (Movie review): This remake has perhaps the best cast ever assembled for a movie you’ll forget almost immediately.
‘Deep Blue Sea’ (1999) a smart actioner about smart-sharks
Toothy Tuesday (Movie review): Renny Harlin’s thriller has its admirers and haters. After this rewatch, I realized I’m firmly in the former category.
‘Sphere’ (1998) takes its place among sci-fi mind-benders
Michael Crichton Monday (Movie review): I can see why “Sphere” is disliked by many, but I’m surprised it’s not loved by more SF enthusiasts.
‘The Other Guys’ (2010) skewers action excesses
Throwback Thursday (Movie review): This Ferrell-Wahlberg team-up is tonally uneven, but it delivers its share of chuckles.
‘Die Hard with a Vengeance’ (1995) spices up proven formula
Throwback Thursday (Movie review): John McClane returns to NYC and is joined by a buddy, banter and bombs in this stellar three-quel.
‘Long Kiss Goodnight’ (1996) gets overblown toward end
Throwback Thursday (Movie review): This Shane Black-penned film gets overblown toward the end, but his one-liners are a blast.
‘The Spirit’ (2008) a weak imitation of ‘Sin City’
Superhero Saturday (Movie review): Frank Miller’s “The Spirit” is, ironically, a weak imitation of his own “Sin City.”